<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Hurricanes versus the Sabres? The puck drops at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TNT. The game will be played at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. In this Eastern matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 goals against the Sabres. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Sabres winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Sabres on the moneyline (+157)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Hurricanes Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 26-15-3 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total line of 6 goals was a push.</p> 

<p>After taking a 1-0 lead, the Hurricanes allowed two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the victory.</p><p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Andrei Svechnikov netting his 6th goal of the season on an empty net. Dmitry Orlov scored twice, bringing his season total to 3 goals. Martin Necas added his 6th goal and picked up two assists, giving him 12 assists for the year.</p> <p>After a first-period goal, the Hurricanes added two more in the second and capped their scoring with an empty-netter in the final seconds. Carolina had 14 giveaways in the game.</p><p>After giving up two late goals in the first period, Carolina's defense tightened up, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while the Hurricanes' defense recorded 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p><h3>Can Buffalo Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Buffalo's record fell to 16-22-5 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres held a 1-0 lead after the first period, but Detroit responded with two second-period goals.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 3. As underdogs on the puck line, Buffalo failed to cover. The Sabres’ lone goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored at 11:39 in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense fired 32 shots on goal but only found the net once in their 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. Alex Tuch scored his fifth goal of the season, an unassisted, shorthanded effort 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres were held without an assist and went scoreless on the power play. Tuch took five shots on goal, while the team recorded 13 giveaways.</p><p>Buffalo's defense will look to bounce back after giving up two second-period goals to Detroit, both of which came on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Sabres' defense recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Islanders and Maple Leafs face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Maple Leafs are hosting the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Islanders.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Islanders winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Islanders on the moneyline (+150)</li><li>The Islanders are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Toronto Possible for the Islanders?</h3><p>The Islanders dropped to 12-14-7 with a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. As underdogs on the puck line, New York failed to cover, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> <p>Trailing 2-0, Casey Cizikas got the Islanders on the board at 15:22 in the second period. Brock Nelson added another goal for New York, cutting the deficit to 3-2 before the Rangers pulled away.</p><p>Casey Cizikas netted his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth in the Islanders' 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Pierre Engvall picked up his first assist, with Simon Holmstrom, Kyle Palmieri, and Anders Lee also contributing assists.</p> <p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They found the net twice in the second period, with Cizikas' goal coming 4:38 into the period and Nelson scoring with just 8 seconds left.</p><p>The Islanders' defense gave up the first goal just 3:44 into the game and allowed two more in the second period after they had cut the Rangers' lead to 2-1. The Islanders made it 3-2 late in the second, but their defense gave up two more goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage.</p><h3>Will the Maple Leafs Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Toronto’s latest game ended in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, bringing their record to 21-10-2. The Maple Leafs were underdogs on the puck line and the total was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for only 3.</p> 

<p>After the Wild scored first, William Nylander tied it up for Toronto with just 52 seconds left in the first period. The game remained scoreless until Minnesota netted the winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Toronto’s offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to Minnesota. William Nylander found the net for the 9th time this season, scoring on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. The Maple Leafs registered 28 shots on goal and had 10 giveaways.</p> <p>Mitchell Marner picked up his 12th assist, while Auston Matthews added his 6th. After Nylander’s first-period goal, Toronto was unable to score again in regulation or overtime.</p><p>Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but the Maple Leafs' defense gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the 1st period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime. Toronto's defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Both Arizona and Kansas State are 2-0 coming into this week three matchup, which is set for 8:00 ET at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan. The game will be broadcast on FOX, and the over/under line is currently set at 58.5 points. Kansas State is the -7 point favorite at home. The money line odds are +211 for Arizona and -263 for Kansas State.</p><h3>ARIZONA WILDCATS VS KANSAS STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Wildcats +7</p><p>This game will be played at Bill Snyder Family Stadium at 8:00 ET on Friday, September 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Kansas State Wildcats winning this one by a score of 29 to 24</li><li>Even though we like the Kansas State Wildcats to win, our ATS pick is to take the Arizona Wildcats at +7</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 58.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Arizona Wildcats Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Arizona is now 2-0 after their 22-10 win over Northern Arizona. This game had no betting lines available, but the Wildcats were able to come out on top. The game's total score was 32 points, with Arizona holding Northern Arizona to just 10 points.</p><p></p><p>Arizona led 3-0 after the first quarter, but Northern Arizona outscored them 10-7 in the second, making it 13-10 at the half. The Wildcats took control in the second half, shutting out Northern Arizona in the third quarter and adding 9 points in the fourth to secure the win.</p><p>Arizona's offense, led by quarterback Noah Fifita, put up 361 yards of total offense in their 22-10 win over Northern Arizona. The Wildcats' ground game was particularly effective, racking up 188 yards and a touchdown, while the passing game added 173 yards and a score.</p> 
<p>Fifita completed 18 of 26 passes (69.2%) for 173 yards, with one touchdown and one interception, earning a passer rating of 84.29. On the ground, Quali Conley was the standout performer, rushing for 112 yards on 17 carries. Conley also led the team in receiving with five catches for 38 yards.</p><p>Arizona's defense was effective in their most recent game, limiting Northern Arizona to just 10 points and 198 total yards. The Wildcats' defense was particularly strong against the run, allowing only 89 rushing yards on 31 carries. However, they did give up a touchdown through the air, allowing 109 passing yards on 15 completions.</p><h3>Are The Kansas State Wildcats Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Kansas State is now 2-0 after their 34-27 road win over Tulane. The Wildcats were -9.5 point favorites but ended up winning by just 7 points, failing to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 61 points surpassed the over/under line of 47.5 points.</p> 
<p>Tulane took an early 7-3 lead, but Kansas State outscored them 13-7 in the second quarter to tie the game at 20-20 by halftime. The Wildcats then shut out Tulane in the third quarter and added 14 points in the fourth quarter to secure the win.</p><p>Kansas State's offense was effective in their 34-27 win, racking up 397 total yards and 19 first downs. The ground game was particularly strong, with 216 rushing yards and a touchdown. DJ Giddens led the way with 114 yards on 19 carries, averaging 6.0 yards per attempt.</p> <p>Quarterback Avery Johnson completed 65.2% of his passes for 181 yards and two touchdowns. Johnson's top target was Giddens, who also had four receptions for 63 yards and one of the receiving touchdowns.</p><p>After giving up 491 total yards to Tulane in their last game, Kansas State's defense is looking to improve. They allowed 342 passing yards on 19 completions and 29 attempts, and their secondary will need to tighten up. The Wildcats also struggled against the run, giving up 149 yards on the ground and one rushing touchdown. Despite these numbers, Kansas State's defense did come up with one interception.</p>

Arizona Wildcats vs Kansas State Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 9/13/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Seminoles? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. Pittsburgh is favored by -2 in this Atlantic Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PANTHERS VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles +2</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-4 on the season after an 82-78 loss to Louisville on Saturday, January 11th. The Panthers were -3.5 favorites at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Pittsburgh scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47, leading to the loss.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. They connected on 47.6% of their threes, hitting 10 of 21 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 20 for 22 (90.9%).</p> <p>Reyne Smith led the way with 25 points, knocking down 7 of 11 threes. Jaland Lowe added 24 points and 6 assists, despite shooting just 33.3% overall and 20% from deep.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, they gave up 82 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. The Panthers held them to 41% shooting on two-pointers, as they went 14/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 20 for 90%. Pittsburgh limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Florida State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida State’s season record fell to 11-5 after a 77-57 road loss to Clemson on Saturday. The Seminoles entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FSU trailed 36-29 at halftime and struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their recent game, the Seminoles managed just 57 points, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit only 25%, connecting on 4 of 16 threes.</p> <p>Florida State made 11 of 15 free throws (73.3%) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, finishing with 10 assists. Chase Hunter led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Jaeden Zackery added 15 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Florida State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Seminoles gave up 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

Pittsburgh Panthers vs Florida State Seminoles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Cardinal and Demon Deacons. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on ESPNN, and it's hosted by the Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Coliseum in Winston-Salem, NC. Get ready to place your bets! This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 142 points, and Wake Forest is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Stanford.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wake Forest Demon Deacons -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lawrence Joel Coliseum at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Demon Deacons.</li><li>Not only will Wake Forest pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Stanford Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford improved to 11-5 on the season with a dominant 88-65 win over Virginia on Saturday, January 11th. Playing at home, the Cardinal entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 153, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Stanford led 40-30 at halftime and continued to pull away in the second half, outscoring Virginia 48-35. The Cardinal’s strong performance on both ends of the floor helped them secure the win.</p><p>Stanford put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 50.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They hit 41.7% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 24 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 16 of 17 shots (94.1%).</p> <p>Maxime Raynaud led the way with 24 points and 10 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Isaac McKneely added 22 points, hitting 5 of 11 from deep (45.5%), while Oziyah Sellers contributed 15 points, shooting 50% from both the field and three-point range.</p><p>Stanford's defense gave up 65 points, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field on 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 56% shooting, as the other team made 21 of 37 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stanford's defense saw their opponents hit 10 of 24 attempts, good for 41%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they converted 16 free throws at a 94% rate. Stanford allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Wake Forest Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Wake Forest Demon Deacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wake Forest improved to 12-4 on the season with an 88-78 road win over Miami on Saturday, January 11th. The Demon Deacons entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game reached 166, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Wake Forest led 39-31 at halftime and scored 49 points in the 2nd half, while Miami put up 47 points after the break.</p><p>Wake Forest put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 54.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 65.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.8% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they made 10 of 12 attempts, good for 83.3%.</p> <p>Cameron Hildreth led the way with 31 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 75.0% from three-point range, hitting 6 of 8 attempts. Matthew Cleveland and Hunter Sallis each added 22 points, with Cleveland shooting 61.5% from the field. Tre'Von Spillers was efficient as well, hitting 72.7% of his shots to finish with 17 points.</p><p>Wake Forest's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 25 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, with 14 made two-point baskets.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 11 of 35 shots, good for 31%. Wake Forest also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 81%. The Demon Deacons allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<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

<p>From Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, we have the Athletics and Rangers facing off in an AL West matchup. This one gets started at 9:40 PM ET, and it's the Rangers who are favored on the money line (-120). The Athletics are 3-3 on their losing streak and are 67-89 overall, while the Rangers have won two straight and are 3rd in the AL West at 74-82.</p>

<p>Texas will be starting Nathan Eovaldi, while the Athletics are set to go with Mitch Spence. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs, and the game can be seen on BSSW.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +102</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, September 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RANGERS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics 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>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Mariners, the Rangers closed out the series with a 6-5 win. Leading up to the game, they were the slight favorite at +117 on the money line. It was a big 4th inning for the Rangers, as they scored four runs in the inning. The Mariners could only score one run in the 2nd, and added another three in the 6th.</p>

<p>Andrew Heaney put together a good start for the Rangers, going 5 2/3 innings and giving up just four runs on seven hits. He only had four strikeouts in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Texas is 74-82 overall, putting them 3rd in the AL West, and they trail the Astros by 10.5 games. So far, they are 21-25 in AL West matchups. The Rangers will be on the road for today's game vs. the Athletics, and they are 30-45 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Rangers are 49-36 this season, and they are 25-46 as the underdog. Texas' series record is 20-28-1 coming into today's game, and they lost their previous series vs. the Mariners. The Rangers have dropped two straight, which is their road losing streak.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Rangers have been a better bet as the underdog, going 37-34 compared to 29-56 as the favorite. Their overall run line record is 66-90, with an average run margin of -0.4 runs per game. They have been better at covering the run line on the road, going 32-43 compared to 34-47 at home. Their average run margin on the road is -1.2 runs per game.</p><p>The Texas Rangers are on the road today against the Oakland Athletics. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. Both teams have a combined run average of 8.8 runs per game this season. The over/under record for the Rangers this season is 74-77. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, the Rangers have an even 8-8 record. Overall, 82.1% of the Rangers' games this season have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs. The over has hit in their last three games.</p><p>Right-hander Nathan Eovaldi gets the start for the Rangers today as he faces the Athletics on the road. Eovaldi has made 27 starts this season and has a record of 11-8 with a 3.96 ERA. In his 27 appearances, he has turned in 14 quality starts and is averaging 8.85 strikeouts per nine innings. Eovaldi's WHIP for the season is currently 1.13. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up seven earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won three straight starts.</p><p>Adolis García comes into the game as the Rangers' top home run hitter, but he is batting just .219 for the season. However, he does have 80 RBIs, which is the best mark on the team. Corey Seager has been the team's most consistent hitter this season, batting .278 with 30 home runs. Marcus Semien is also near the top of the league in home runs, as he has 22 this season.</p>

<p>Leody Taveras and Wyatt Langford have both been swinging the bat well of late, with Taveras going 10/29 in his last nine games, and Langford is 9/31 in that stretch. Josh Smith comes into the game on a six-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics wrapped up their series vs. the Yankees with a 7-4 loss. Oakland was the +150 underdog at home going into this matchup. Things started off well for the Athletics, as they got on the board with two runs in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Yankees scored two runs in the top of the 2nd.</p>

<p>Oakland started Joey Estes, and he took the loss, going only four innings and giving up five earned runs on seven hits. The Athletics also issued three walks and hit a batter. Tyler Soderstrom was hot at the plate, going 2/2 with a double, two RBIs, and a run scored. The Athletics also had a big 3rd inning, with Ryan Noda driving in two runs with a single.</p><p>The Athletics will host the Rangers today with an overall record of 67-89, which has them 4th in the AL West. Currently, they are 17.5 games behind the Astros for the division lead. Oakland will be looking to snap their three-game losing streak today, and they are 3-7 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Athletics are 36-42 this season compared to 31-47 on the road. As the underdog, the Athletics are 55-82 this season, and they are 12-7 when favored. Looking at their overall series record, the Athletics are 19-25-5 and have dropped two straight series at home.</p><p>The Athletics have been a profitable bet on the run line this season, going 84-72 overall. They have been even better on the run line on the road, going 43-35. They have been a tough bet at home, going 41-37 on the run line. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 77-60. They have been a poor bet as the favorite, going just 7-12 on the run line.</p><p>It's been a high-scoring season in Oakland, as the Athletics have played to an over/under record of 74-80, with an average combined run average of 8.7 runs per game. The over/under line for today's game against the Texas Rangers is set at 7.5 runs, and when the line has been set at that number, the A's have gone over the total in 15 of 36 games. Overall, 73.1% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs, and the over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Mitch Spence gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Rangers at home. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 8-9 with an ERA of 4.30. Spence's WHIP for the season is 1.36, and he is coming off a start in which he gave up two earned runs in five innings of work. In that outing, he got the win. Leading up to that start, he had finished with a no-decision in three straight outings. Spence has made four quality starts this year and is averaging 7.52 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, he has allowed 18 homers.</p><p>As a team, the Athletics are 26th in the MLB in runs scored, averaging 4 runs per game. They have been a very consistent offense, as they are also 26th in runs scored on the road and 24th in runs scored at home. Oakland is 5th in the league in home runs and have the 9th best isolated power figure in the league. However, they are batting just .234 as a team and have the 26th worst strikeout rate in the league.</p>

<p>Brent Rooker has been the Athletics' top hitter this season, batting .296 with a team-leading 38 home runs and 110 RBIs. He has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/37 with two homers over his last nine games. Catcher Shea Langeliers is also on a five-game hitting streak but is batting just .224 for the season.</p>

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<p>The Sabres and Maple Leafs are set to face off at 7:00 ET on TNT. The Maple Leafs will host the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. This Atlantic division matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, March 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Maple Leafs to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Buffalo as Away Dogs</h3><p><p>Buffalo comes into this game with an overall record of 29-29-4, which has them sitting in 6th place in the Atlantic Division and 13th place in the Eastern Conference. On the road, the Sabres have gone 15-12-3 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Buffalo has gone 6-4 and they have won two straight games when they have been the favorite. Against teams from the Eastern Conference, the Sabres have gone 17-20 this year.</p></p><p>Buffalo enters the game with an average scoring margin of -.1 goals per game. So far this season, the Sabres have 20 losses by more than one goal compared to 10 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>On the road, the Sabres have a puck line record of 19-11, and their average scoring margin away from home is at 0 goals per game. In their last ten road games, Buffalo has a puck line record of 7-3.</p> <p>For the season, Buffalo's games have finished with an average of 6 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.5. Overall, the Sabres have an over/under record of 25-35-2.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Buffalo has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Sabres come in averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, which is 23rd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 12th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Sabres offense is 27th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 15th in the NHL.</p><p>Buffalo's current leading scorer is JJ Peterka. This season, he has 20 goals, which puts him 66th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 18 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Maple Leafs head into the game ranked 24th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.7 shots per game against Toronto. So far, they are 6th in shutouts, achieving 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Toronto, goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has started 35 games in this season. His current record is 19-16, and his save percentage stands at 0.796%.</p><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Maple Leafs have gone 17-12-2, and when favored, they have a record of 30-14-7. In the Atlantic Division, Toronto is in 3rd place, and in the Eastern Conference, they are in 5th place. Over their last ten games, the Maple Leafs have gone 8-2.</p>

<p>So far this season, Toronto has accumulated 78 points, and their overall record is 35-18-8. Against Eastern Conference opponents, the Maple Leafs have gone 12-18, and they have been favored in 51 of their 61 games. Over their last five games, Toronto has gone 3-2.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Maple Leafs have a puck line record of just 10-21, and their average scoring margin is +.4 goals per game. Overall, Toronto has gone 22-39 against the puck line, and they have 19 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>So far, the Maple Leafs' puck line record as the favorite is 15-36, and they have dropped their last two games against the puck line. In their last ten games at home, Toronto has gone just 3-7 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, Toronto's games have finished with an average of 6.9 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.5. Overall, the Maple Leafs have an over/under record of 33-26-2.</p><p>Buffalo has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Maple Leafs come in averaging 3.6 goals per game this season, which is 4th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 5th in the league. The Toronto offense is ranked 7th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 13th in the NHL.</p><p>The leading scorer for Toronto's offense is Auston Matthews. Coming into the game he has 53 goals, ranking 1st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 26 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs come into the season ranked 24th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.7 shots per game against Toronto. For the season, they are ranked 6th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ilya Samsonov gets the start and has made 28 starts this season. His record at this point is 15-5, and his save percentage is 0.62%.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Green Wave and Blazers game? Catch the action at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, AL, as the Blazers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 158 points, and UAB is favored by -8.5 vs. Tulane in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>TULANE GREEN WAVE VS UAB BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulane Green Wave +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bartow Arena at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULANE GREEN WAVE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Blazers.</li><li>Even though we have UAB winning straight-up, we like Tulane at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Green Wave Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Tulane Green Wave Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulane improved to 6-7 on the season with a dominant 92-63 win over UTSA on Saturday. Playing at home, the Green Wave entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game finished at 155, just over the pre-game O/U line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Tulane took control early, leading 47-23 at halftime. While they allowed 40 points in the 2nd half, they still managed to score 45 points of their own to seal the win.</p><p>Tulane's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 92 points on 63.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.2%, thanks in large part to their 76.5% shooting on two-point attempts. They also connected on 79.2% of their free throws, going 19-for-24 from the line.</p> <p>Kaleb Banks led the way with 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field, while Rowan Brumbaugh added 23 points on 80% shooting, hitting 2-of-4 from three-point range. Tulane finished with 25 assists as a team, though they only grabbed 3 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Tulane's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 63 points. The Green Wave allowed a 63% shooting performance, with 33 made field goals on 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Tulane gave up 26 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 76% shooting rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 7 of 18 shots, shooting 38%. Tulane also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws, shooting 79%.</p><h3>Will the Blazers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>UAB evened their record at 7-7 with a dominant 83-51 win over Tulsa on Saturday. Playing at home, the Blazers were -13 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points fell short of the 158.5 O/U line, with just 134 points scored.</p> <p>UAB took control early, leading 42-22 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Tulsa 41-29.</p><p>UAB's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. They hit 57.8% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.8% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-22. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, hitting 10 of 11 attempts for a 90.9% rate.</p> <p>Alejandro Vasquez led the Blazers with 27 points, shooting 4-for-9 from three and 10-for-20 overall. Ian Smikle was efficient inside, hitting 8 of 10 shots for 17 points, and Christian Coleman added 14 points, grabbing 13 rebounds. UAB finished with 19 assists and 10 offensive boards.</p><p>Despite UAB's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 51 points. The Blazers allowed a 49% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 33 of 67 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UAB gave up 26 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 57% success rate. From three-point range, the opponent shot 31%, making 7 of 22. UAB also sent them to the line 11 times, where they converted 10 free throws.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Jayhawks and Cyclones face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Cyclones are hosting the game at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 144 points, with Iowa State being favored by -5.5 at home against Kansas.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS IOWA STATE CYCLONES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa State Cyclones -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hilton Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA STATE CYCLONES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cyclones.</li><li>Not only will Iowa State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jayhawks Win in Ames?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 12-3 on the season with a 54-40 win over Cincinnati on Saturday. The Jayhawks entered the game as +1 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Trailing 25-24 at halftime, Kansas clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 15 points while scoring 30. The game’s total points of 94 fell well below the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 35.3%. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 9.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kansas shot 46.8% on two-point attempts, and they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Hunter Dickinson contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and missing all three of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Kansas held their opponent to just 40 points in their previous game. The Jayhawks' defense limited their opponent to 30% shooting overall, with a 40% mark on two-point attempts (15/37).</p> <p>Kansas was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 13% (3/22). The Jayhawks also kept their opponent off the free-throw line, allowing only 2 attempts, of which 1 was made.</p><h3>Can the Iowa State Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 14-1 on the season with a narrow 85-84 win over Texas Tech on Saturday. The Cyclones, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 169 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, Iowa State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Texas Tech 40-34 to secure the win. The Cyclones’ ability to tighten up defensively and execute offensively in the second half was key to their victory.</p><p>Iowa State's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts (25/42) and connected on 35.3% from beyond the arc (6/17). At the free-throw line, the Cyclones shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range. Christian Anderson was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4, and finished with 18 points, as did JT Toppin and Chance McMillian. Toppin also grabbed 9 rebounds, while Darrion Williams added 15 points and 6 boards.</p><p>Iowa State's defense struggled, giving up 84 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 41% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 45%, hitting 9 of 20 threes. Iowa State also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 79% clip.</p>

<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>

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<p>Betting on today's Rams and Ramblers game? Catch the action at Joseph J. Gentile Arena in Chicago, IL, as the Ramblers hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on CBSS. This Atlantic 10 conference matchup has an over/under of 145 points, and Loyola Chicago is favored to win by -4 at home vs. Rhode Island.</p><h3>RHODE ISLAND RAMS VS LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Chicago Ramblers -4</p><p>This game will be played at Joseph J. Gentile Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Ramblers.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Chicago pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Rhode Island?</h3><h3>Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Rhode Island improved to 12-3 on the season with a 67-64 road win over Richmond on Saturday. The Rams entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, but the total points of 131 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Rhode Island trailed 25-18 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Richmond 37-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rhode Island's offense managed 67 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 27 attempts for a 22.2% rate, while connecting on 58.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 59.1%, and they recorded 12 offensive rebounds and 6 assists. Dusan Neskovic led the way with 28 points, and Sebastian Thomas added 23, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense held their opponent to just 64 points, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, limiting them to 6/27 shooting for 22% from three-point range. Overall, they allowed 21 field goals on 57 attempts, a 36% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Rams gave up 15 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 50% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted all their attempts.</p><h3>Will the Ramblers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 9-6 on the season after a tough 93-57 road loss to Saint Joseph's on Saturday. The Ramblers entered the game as +5.5 underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago fell behind 53-29 by halftime and couldn't mount a comeback, scoring just 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40.</p><p>Loyola Chicago struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points while shooting 34.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.3%, and they hit only 32.6% of their two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they connected on 8 of 21 threes, shooting 38.1%, but managed just 3 of 10 free throws.</p> <p>The Ramblers grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Xzayvier Brown led the way with 20 points, shooting 50% overall and from three-point range. Derek Simpson added 19 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago putting up 93 points, their defense struggled, allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field. They gave up 18 threes on 33 attempts, with their opponent shooting 54% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Loyola Chicago's opponent went 7/11, hitting 63%. The Ramblers gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>The Houston Rockets (-121) are favored by 1.5 points on the road against the Denver Nuggets (+100) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 231.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on SCHN. The Rockets (26-12) have won four straight and are 2nd in the Western Conference. The Nuggets (24-15) have also won four straight and are 4th in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-115 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 29 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Offense Score Enough in Denver?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 26-12 on the season with a 120-118 win over the Grizzlies on Monday. Houston, playing at home, didn’t cover the spread as -2.5 favorites, winning by just two points. The total score of 238 points went over the pre-game line of 233.5.</p> <p>Houston’s 10-0 run was a key moment in the game, as they turned an 18-14 deficit into a 24-18 lead. After falling behind 92-87 going into the 4th quarter, the Rockets outscored the Grizzlies 33-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Green's 42-point performance, shooting 72.2% from the field and 83.3% from deep, led the Rockets to a win over the Grizzlies. Green hit 5 threes, scoring 11 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and added 10 points in each of the final two periods.</p> <p>The Rockets connected on 16 threes at a 51.6% clip, finishing with a 50.6% overall shooting percentage. Amen Thompson contributed 12 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Cam Whitmore added 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 118 points, the Rockets' defense tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing just 26 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 30 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters and 32 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 53% from the field.</p> <p>Houston also struggled to defend the three, with Memphis hitting 14 threes at a 43% clip. The Rockets sent the Grizzlies to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, the Rockets recorded 13 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will Denver Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Nuggets improved to 24-15 on the season with a 118-99 win over the Mavericks on Tuesday. Denver, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 217, falling short of the 235-point over/under line.</p> <p>Denver set the tone early, jumping out to a 36-21 lead after the 1st quarter and extending it to 71-45 by halftime. A 12-0 run helped the Mavericks close the gap, but the Nuggets’ 91-67 lead heading into the 4th quarter was too much for Dallas to overcome.</p><p>Jamal Murray's 45-point performance, shooting 69.2% from the field and hitting 5 threes at 55.6%, led the Nuggets to a win over the Mavericks. Murray scored 19 points in the 1st quarter and added 13 more in the 2nd.</p> <p>As a team, Denver shot 51.8% from the field and made 13 threes at a 44.8% clip. Michael Porter Jr. contributed 13 points, hitting 3 threes at 75%, while Nikola Jokic added a 10-point, 14-rebound, 10-assist triple-double.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets were solid throughout the game, holding the Mavericks to just 99 points. They gave up 21 points in the 1st quarter, 24 in the 2nd, and 22 in the 3rd, before allowing 32 in the 4th.</p> <p>Denver limited Dallas to 42% shooting, including 28% from three-point range, with the Mavericks making just 9 threes. The Nuggets also sent Dallas to the line 22 times, where they made 14 free throws. Denver finished with 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

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<p>In a division matchup between the Grizzlies and Spurs, Memphis (-147) is favored by 3 points over San Antonio (+123) at the Frost Bank Center. The over/under line is set at 239 points.</p>

<p>Memphis is 25-15 overall and 3rd in the Western Conference. San Antonio is 19-19 and 10th in the West. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 ET and the game can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -3</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 149-132 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 25-15 on the season after a 120-118 road loss to the Rockets on Monday. Memphis entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread with the two-point loss. The total points for the game reached 238, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 233.5 by 4.5 points.</p> <p>Memphis started strong, leading 30-23 after the 1st quarter, but a 10-0 run by the Rockets shifted momentum. The Grizzlies regained control, taking a 92-87 lead into the 4th quarter, but Houston outscored them 33-26 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>In their 120-118 loss to the Rockets, the Grizzlies shot 53.6% from the field, with a 43.8% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes. Ja Morant led the way with 29 points, adding 11 in the 4th quarter, while Desmond Bane contributed 25 points, 15 of which came in the 3rd.</p> <p>Morant and Bane each made 4 threes, with Bane shooting 80% from deep. Jaren Jackson added 17 points, and Jaylen Wells chipped in 14, scoring 4 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies started strong in the 1st quarter, allowing just 23 points, but they struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 34 and 33 points, respectively, in their 120-118 loss to the Rockets. Overall, Memphis allowed Houston to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies also had a tough time defending the three, as the Rockets hit 16 threes on 51% shooting. Memphis sent Houston to the line 31 times, where they made 22 free throws. The Grizzlies gave up 15 offensive rebounds but managed to come up with 17 steals.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>San Antonio pulled their record to 19-19 with a 126-102 road win over the Lakers on Monday. The Spurs entered the game as +4 point underdogs and not only won but covered the spread with a +24 point victory. The total score of 228 points went over the pre-game line of 220.5.</p> <p>After trailing 62-53 at halftime, the Spurs turned things around by winning the 3rd quarter 36-27. They then dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring the Lakers 37-13, including a 10-0 run that extended their lead from 84-76 to 94-76.</p><p>The Spurs shot 53.3% from the field and 37.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes in their 126-102 win over the Lakers. Devin Vassell, Victor Wembanyama, and Stephon Castle each scored 23 points, with Vassell knocking down 5 threes at a 55.6% rate.</p> <p>Castle did most of his damage in the 3rd quarter, scoring 14 of his 23 points. Harrison Barnes added 10 of his 17 points in the 4th, while Chris Paul chipped in 5 of his 13 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a tough 2nd quarter where they allowed 36 points, the Spurs' defense locked down in the 4th, giving up just 13 points to secure the win. Overall, they held the Lakers to 102 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>San Antonio limited the Lakers' three-point shooting, allowing just 14 threes on 31% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Spurs finished with 16 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulls versus the Bobcats? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Convocation Center (OH) in Athens, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Ohio is favored by -14 to win at home against Buffalo.</p><h3>BUFFALO BULLS VS OHIO BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bulls +14</p><p>This game will be played at Convocation Center (OH) at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Even though we have Ohio winning straight-up, we like Buffalo at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulls Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Buffalo is a 14-point underdog for tonight's game against Ohio. The Bulls are 2-17 this season and have lost six games in a row. They are 1-6 in Mid-American Conference play and 1-11 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On the road, Buffalo is 1-7 this season, and their average scoring margin is -8.5 points per game. The Bulls have lost three straight games on the road, and they are 2-8 in their last 10 road contests. Their record as an underdog this season is 1-13.</p><p>Buffalo's overall ATS record this season is 6-12, but their road ATS record is a solid 6-2. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulls are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Buffalo games is 6-11-1. Today's over/under line of 148.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (146.5). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 142 points. So far, 13 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Bulls' offense tallied 65 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 67.1 points per game. Leading the team in scoring is Sy Chatman, who is averaging 18.3 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Isaiah Adams also maintains a PPG average of 12.9 heading into game.</p><p>Facing Ohio, Buffalo aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 79.3 points allowed per game (296th). Buffalo's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Eastern Michigan offense to knock down 50% of their shots on their way to putting up 75 points.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bobcats?</h3><p>Ohio enters this game as 14-point favorites. The Bobcats are 8-8 this season when favored, and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>Ohio comes in with a 10-10 record this season, including a 4-4 mark in Mid-American Conference play. They have gone 8-5 at home compared to 1-5 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite, Ohio has gone 6-10 against the spread this season and just 3-7 in their last 10 games as the favorite. However, the Bobcats have been perfect against the spread in their last three home games and have an ATS record of 6-7 at home this year.</p><p>So far this year, the over/under record for Ohio games sits at 9-10. The average scoring total in their games is 149.2 points. Today's over/under line of 148.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (149.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Ohio offense ended with 71 points against Kent State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 44.8% and made 11 threes. On the offensive front, the Bobcats have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 154th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 153rd in terms of percentage and 102nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>On defense, Ohio is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.0 points per game. Against Kent State, the Bobcats' defense gave up 64 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Kent State only made 10 free-throws.</p>

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