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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Cardinals and Golden Gophers. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on B1G+, and it's hosted by the Golden Gophers at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with the Golden Gophers being the favored team playing at home against the Cardinals.</p><h3>BALL STATE CARDINALS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ball State Cardinals +12</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALL STATE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Even though we have Minnesota winning straight-up, we like Ball State at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cardinals Offense Score Enough in Minneapolis?</h3><p>Ball State has a record of 8-3 and will be playing their 12th game of the season. This season, Ball State has gone 1-3 as the road team and 4-0 at home. Ball State has a positive ATS record, sitting above .500 at 6-2. Over their last five games, the team has gone 4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through 11 games, Ball State has an over/under record of 3-5-0 with their games averaging a combined 141.4 points per game so far. The Cardinals have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 143 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their latest game, Ball State offense put up 72 points against Indiana State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 43.3% and made 11 threes. Basheer Jihad is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 18.5. Meanwhile, Jalin Anderson also brings a PPG average of 15.4 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Ball State defense is giving up an average of 64.9 points per contest. Ball State's three-point defense is currently 61st in the country at 5.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 46.7% of their shots vs. Ball State.</p><h3>Can the Golden Gophers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>After playing 11 games, Minnesota's overall record stands at 8-3. The Golden Gophers have yet to win a game on the road, going 0-2, but are 5-1 at home. Against the spread, Minnesota has a current record of 5-2-1. In their last five games, they are a perfect 5-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far, Minnesota's games have averaged 147.8 points per game with the average over/under line being 144.6 points. The Golden Gophers' last five games have culminated with an average of 152 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 80.5 points per game, the Minnesota had a below average performance. They scored 74 points against Ohio State and had a field goal percentage of 48.3%. The top scorer for the Golden Gophers was Dawson Garcia with 36 points, while Cam Christie also added 11 to the scoreboard.</p><p>At this time, the Golden Gophers' defense is positioned 59th in the country, permitting 65.3 points per game. In their most recent game, the Minnesota defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Ohio State knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 84 points.</p>

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<p>The NCAAF regular season traditionally ends with a Navy-Army rivalry game on the second Saturday of December, so make sure you get the best Midshipmen vs. Knights betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Navy and Army will battle for the Secretary’s Trophy when they meet at Lincoln Financial Field. The Midshipmen are slight -1.5 favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 32.5 points. These traditional foes have met on 122 occasions since 1890, and the Midshipmen lead 62–53–7. Navy also won the last year’s clash 17-13 in East Rutherford, NJ.</p>



<p><strong>Midshipmen upset UCF on the road</strong></p>



<p>The Navy Midshipmen (4-7-0, 7-4-0 ATS) were on a two-game losing run and in jeopardy to suffer the third consecutive defeat for the first time this season. However, after losing to Cincinnati and Notre Dame, the Midshipmen upset the UCF Knights 17-14 on the road. It was Navy’s first away victory in four games, while that was also UCF’s first home defeat in five.</p>



<p>Navy had just one passing attempt in this win and 63 carries for 248 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Daba Fofana led all the runners with a game-high 114 yards on 20 attempts. Vincent Terrell Jr. found the end zone on the ground, while quarterback Xavier Arline, who had that lone pass attempt, also recorded a rushing TD. </p>



<p>Mbiti Williams Jr. contributed defensively with an interception, while John Marshall had an outstanding game, the best of his career. He registered a career-high four sacks, led the team with ten tackles, and also had a forced fumble.</p>



<p>QB Tai Lavatai suffered a season-ending injury to his left knee in late October and is ruled out for the season.</p>



<p><strong>The Black Knights are looking to conclude the year with the third win in a row</strong></p>



<p>The Army Black Knights (5-6-0, 6-5-0 ATS) were impressive in the last two games in which they scored 78 points, winning against UConn and UMass in the process. Army justified the role of a big favorite against the UMass Minutemen with a massive 44-7 victory on the road. </p>



<p>The Black Knights dominated the total yards (396-235), first downs (18-12), and forced even four turnovers while committing none on the other end. Interestingly, UMass actually got a 7-0 lead at the start.  </p>



<p>Tyhier Tyler completed two of two passes for 67 yards. He was excellent on the ground, though, with a game-high 101 yards and three rushing touchdowns on 11 carries. Jakobi Buchanan added a pair of rushing TDs, while Bryson Daily and Markel Johnson combined for 146 yards and a score on 16 attempts. Army forced two interceptions and two fumbles, while Max Didomenico led the Black Knights with six tackles.</p>



<p>RB Tyrell Robinson (undisclosed) is out indefinitely and will not feature on Saturday against Navy. QB Cade Ballard (hand) is questionable.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Navy:</strong></p>



<ul><li>3-7 ATS in the last ten non-conference games</li><li>2-7 ATS in the last nine games after allowing less than 20 points in their previous game</li></ul>



<p><strong>Army:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-0 ATS in the last five games overall</li><li>7-3-1 ATS in the last 11 neutral site games</li><li>4-0 ATS in the last four games after accumulating more than 200 yards rushing in their previous game</li></ul>



<p><strong>Navy Midshipmen vs. Army Black Knights Pick&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>I am aware that the current form has nothing to do with this particular rivalry game, but I am going with the Black Knights. Navy will play its first game in three weeks, and I expect the Midshipmen to be a bit out of the competitive rhythm, which should be Army’s advantage. </p>



<p>Army has a better offense that is scoring 29.4 points per game opposite Navy’s 22.5 ppg. The Black Knights have the second-best run offense in college football that is averaging 304.4 yards per contest. It’s going to be a great duel between Daba Fofana and Tyhier Tyler, and I am backing Tyler to come away with a victory.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Black Knights at +1.5 (-110)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Not only that the Black Knights are fantastic in running, but the Midshipmen also have a top-10 run offense that is averaging 239.5 yards per game. We will not be going to see more than a couple of pass attempts from each side in this game. Instead, prepare yourselves for a run fest and multiple rushing touchdowns. </p>



<p>The total is quite low, but knowing these rivals and considering recent H2Hs, it’s not strange. Under is 18-3 in the last 21 H2H meetings; Under is 5-1 in the Midshipmen’s previous six non-conference games, while Under is 22-7 in the Black Knights’ last 29 neutral site games.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Under 33.5 (-130)</p>

Navy Midshipmen vs. Army Black Knights, Pick, Prediction 12/10/22

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Owls versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on MWN. The game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 152.5 points, with San Jose State being favored by -3.5 over Kennesaw State.</p><h3>KENNESAW STATE OWLS VS SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have San Jose State winning straight-up, we like Kennesaw State at +3.5.</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 Kennesaw State Stun the Crowd at Provident Credit Union Event Center?</h3><p>Kennesaw State fell to 5-4 on the season after a 94-74 road loss to Santa Clara on Wednesday. Entering the game as +15 point underdogs, the Owls not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 157.5.</p> <p>The Owls trailed 42-29 at halftime and were unable to mount a comeback, allowing 52 points in the second half while scoring 45 of their own.</p><p>Adama-Alpha Bal and Adrian Wooley led the way for Kennesaw State, each scoring 27 and 25 points respectively in their last game. Bal hit 6 of 11 from beyond the arc, while Wooley connected on 3 of 5 threes, shooting 60% overall.</p> <p>The Owls shot 46.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They hit 36.4% of their threes, going 8 for 22, and made 20 of 29 free throws (69%).</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive efforts, they allowed 94 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Owls gave up 17 baskets on 25 attempts from two-point range, a 68% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's defense saw 11 threes go down on 31 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 34 times, where they converted 27 free throws at a 79% rate.</p><h3>Is It the Spartans Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>San Jose State Spartans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>San Jose State improved to 4-6 on the season with a 107-100 win over Cal Poly on Saturday, December 14th. The Spartans, who were favored by 6 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>San Jose State led 45-40 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 51 points. The total points for the game were 207, well over the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>San Jose State's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 107 points while shooting 52.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.5%, with a strong 63.8% shooting inside the arc and 33.3% from three-point range. They also hit 20 of 29 free throws, good for 69%.</p> <p>Sadaidriene Hall led the way with 33 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and 40% from deep. Owen Koonce added 32 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes for 66.7% from beyond the arc. Mac Riniker was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>San Jose State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 100 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 63% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponents hitting 30 of 47 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, San Jose State's opponents shot 33%, making 9 of 27 attempts. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws.</p>

Kennesaw State Owls vs San Jose State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the 9-18 Portland Trail Blazers will be in San Antonio to take on the 14-13 Spurs. The Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 11th. San Antonio is favored by 6.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The game can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-153 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Lock in a Win at San Antonio?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 9-18 on the season with a 126-124 win over the Nuggets on Thursday. Portland, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 250, exceeding the over/under line of 234.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Portland turned things around after a 10-0 run by Denver, which extended the score from 66-59 to 76-59. The Blazers responded by outscoring the Nuggets 38-21 in the 3rd quarter, taking a 104-87 lead into the 4th. Denver made a push in the final quarter, outscoring Portland 37-22, but the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, shooting 55% from the field and hitting 4 threes in the Trail Blazers' win over the Nuggets. Shaedon Sharpe added 27 points, including 12 in the 4th quarter, while Deni Avdija contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Portland connected on 16 threes as a team, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc and 46.4% overall. Jerami Grant scored 10 of his 13 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough defensive outing, the Trail Blazers managed to secure a win over the Nuggets, even after allowing 124 points. Portland gave up 35 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Denver to 21 points.</p> <p>Portland's defense allowed the Nuggets to shoot 54% from the field and 44% from three, with Denver hitting 15 threes. The Blazers sent the Nuggets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. Portland finished with 30 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Antonio moved to 14-13 on the season with a 133-126 win over the Hawks on Thursday. The Spurs were favored by one point and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 259 points went well over the 233.5-point line.</p> <p>After a 13-0 run by the Hawks, the Spurs responded by outscoring Atlanta 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. San Antonio entered the 4th quarter with a 90-87 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 42-point performance, including 7 threes at 46.7%, led the Spurs to a win over the Hawks. Devin Vassell added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%, while Jeremy Sochan contributed 20 points. San Antonio connected on 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep and 48.5% overall.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, with 8 more in OT. Chris Paul also came up big in the 4th, scoring 7 of his 12 points, and added 3 more in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they allowed 126 points on 47% shooting from the Hawks.</p> <p>San Antonio had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Spurs sent the Hawks to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Spurs finished with 15 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Aggies and Seahawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloH. The Seahawks will host the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. This Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and UNCW is favored to win by -21.5 at home vs. North Carolina A&T.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Even though we have UNCW winning straight-up, we like North Carolina A&T at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina A&T?</h3><p>North Carolina A&T is 7-18 overall and 5-7 in the Coastal Athletic Association. They have lost three straight games, including their most recent game against Hofstra by a score of 81-49. On the road, the Aggies have gone 3-9 this season, and their average scoring margin is -16.2 points per game. Over their last 10 road games, they are 3-7.</p>

<p>As an underdog, North Carolina A&T has gone 5-16 this season. They have been the underdog in 21 of their 25 games. Today, they are a 21.5-point underdog against UNCW. So far, they have been the underdog in all three of their road games during their current three-game losing streak.</p><p>North Carolina A&T has an ATS record of 11-12 this season and they are 7-5 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Aggies have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in North Carolina A&T's games this season (145.9). So far, 12 of their games have finished with less than 142.5 points. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 133 points and their over/under record in their last 10 games is 2-8.</p><p>The North Carolina A&T offense is coming off a game in which they scored 49 points vs. Hofstra. Overall their field goal percentage was 26.9% while connecting on 3 threes. Landon Glasper is leading the team in scoring at 21.3 points per contest. Camian Shell has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.3 going into the game.</p><p>Coming into the game, North Carolina A&T will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 78.8 points per game (298th). North Carolina A&T will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Hofstra to just 26% shooting in their most recent game.</p><h3>Can The Seahawks Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>UNCW enters this game with a record of 18-6 and a four-game win streak. They are 9-3 in Coastal Athletic Association play and have gone 9-3 in non-conference games. The Seahawks have been favored in 16 of their games, going 12-4 in those contests.</p>

<p>At home, UNCW is 6-1 this season, and they have won their last five games at home. Over their last 10 games at home, the Seahawks have gone 9-1, and they are coming off a 95-65 win over Hampton.</p><p>UNCW has an overall ATS record of 11-10 this season, including a mark of 3-4 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Seahawks have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for UNCW games is 13-8, and today's line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 144.3. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 147 points.</p><p>UNCW's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Hampton, finishing the game with a total of 95 points. Their season average is now 81.1 points per game. Trazarien White is leading the team in scoring at 19.8 points per contest. Shykeim Phillips has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 13.4 going into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Seahawks' defense is positioned 140th in the country, permitting 71.1 points per game. So far, the UNCW defense is giving up an average of 8.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8 times per game (350th).</p>

North Carolina A&T Aggies vs UNCW Seahawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/15/24

<p>The NFL Combine came to a conclusion last week, which means now the focus will shift to free agency and then the 2023 NFL Draft. Prospects had a chance to significantly elevate their draft stock this past week or – at the very least – not lose their draft position based on previous perceptions and considerable draft hype. There are always a few players who rise up the board and make themselves a lot of extra money based on how they graded out at the combine. On the other hand, there are always players who lose a lot of money and tumble down the draft board.</p>



<p>Let’s take a look at the NFL Draft odds at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports/"><strong>BetAnySports.eu</strong></a> and see how the lines are looking now that we’re through the combine:</p>



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<h2>Players Who Improved Their NFL Draft Stock</h2>



<p>Anthony Richardson is the poster child for the player who has enormous but unrealized potential. You can see what is possible but you also know that the reality is falling far short of the dream.</p>



<p>Richardson’s accuracy as a passer is still lacking, but in every other aspect of his evaluation at the combine, he soared to the top of the board. The 6-4, 244-pound prospect established NFL combine records for a quarterback with a 40.5-inch vertical leap and 10-foot, 9-inch broad jump. He clocked in at 4.43 seconds in the 40-yard dash, the fourth-best time for any quarterback at the combine in the past 20 years.</p>



<p>There is so much upside here that one NFL team is going to fall in love with Richardson, thinking it can be the team to harness these skills and provide a level of coaching which will turn potential into results. He’s <strong>now at +300 at BetAnySports.eu</strong> to be the first quarterback off the board.</p>



<p>Nolan Smith, the edge rusher from Georgia, registered a blazing-fast 4.39 seconds in the 40-yard dash, which is the second-fastest time for any edge rusher at the NFL combine since 2003. Smith posted a 41-inch vertical leap, which put him ahead of a lot of other edge rushers. He is undersized at 238 pounds, but in terms of a speed rusher, he is the real deal, and it will be hard for teams to look past him in the first round of the draft. If he is still on the board after the first 15 picks, it will be a legitimate shocker on draft night. He’s <strong>now at +5000</strong> to be the first defensive player off the board, which is probably not worth a bet. However, keep an eye on his draft position over-under when it comes out.</p>



<h2 id="h-players-who-hurt-their-nfl-draft-stock">Players Who Hurt Their NFL Draft Stock</h2>



<p>LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte is an impressive natural athlete, but a 5-11, 195-pound receiver has to show leaping ability and extra-noticeable speed to compensate for the lack of height. Given that context, Boutte certainly disappointed. He posted less-than-great jumps (29-inch vertical, 9-10 broad jump) along with a modest 4.50-second 40-yard dash. That is just not going to cut it. Boutte almost certainly lost several draft spots. He has to hope it’s not more than several. Some players drop 30 or 40 slots compared to what is expected. We will see if Boutte pays that kind of price. He’s <strong>now at +10000</strong> to be the first wideout off the board.</p>



<p>Clark Phillips III of Utah is a 5-9, 184-pound cornerback. His physical measurements – short arms in particular – leave something to be desired, so he needed to make a statement about his speed and his tracking ability. Clocking in with a 4.51-second 40-yard dash will downgrade his overall draft position. Phillips knew where he needed to perform well at the combine, and he didn’t come through. He’s now at <strong>+4000 to be the first corner</strong> off the board.</p>

<strong>How Did The Combine Impact The 2023 NFL Draft Betting Odds?</strong>

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 12:00 ET, this week 11 matchup between the West Virginia Mountaineers and Cincinnati Bearcats is set to kick off at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati. The game can be seen on FS1, with Cincinnati favored by -5 points. The over/under line is currently 56.5 points. The Bearcats come in with a 5-3 record, while the Mountaineers are 4-4 on the season. The money line odds are +166 for West Virginia and -201 for Cincinnati.</p><h3>WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +5</p><p>This game will be played at Nippert Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the West Virginia Mountaineers winning this one by a score of 30 to 27</li><li>Not only do we have the West Virginia Mountaineers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 56.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The West Virginia Mountaineers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>West Virginia enters Week 11 against Cincinnati with a 4-4 record, ranking 54th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 57.3% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Mountaineers are 2-1 on the road and 1-3 at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve been favored in just two games, going 1-1 as the favorite and 2-3 as the underdog. West Virginia’s average scoring margin is +0.4 points per game, and they are 3-4 against the spread, with a 2-1 road ATS record and a 1-3 mark at home.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 4-3, with an average line of 56 points. This week’s line is set at 56.5 points, and their games have averaged 57.1 points per contest.</p><p>West Virginia’s offense has leaned on their run game, averaging 205.8 rushing yards per game on 39.9 attempts, ranking 31st nationally in both categories. Jahiem White leads the team with 508 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. The Mountaineers are 52nd in scoring, with 28.8 points per game, but they rank 18th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Garrett Greene has thrown for 1,352 yards, with nine touchdowns and eight interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 78. West Virginia ranks 94th in passing yards per game. Hudson Clement leads the receivers with 383 yards and three touchdowns on 28 catches. The Mountaineers have converted 41.7% of their third-down attempts.</p><p>West Virginia's defense has allowed an average of 28.4 points per game this season, ranking 63rd nationally. In their recent game against Arizona, they gave up 26 points but limited the Wildcats to just 5 rushing yards on 25 attempts. Arizona did manage to throw for 256 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 125 rushing yards per game against West Virginia, while quarterbacks have posted a 110.7 passer rating, completing 62.6% of their throws. The Mountaineers rank 142nd in the nation, allowing 261 passing yards per game.</p><h3>Are The Cincinnati Bearcats Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>At 5-3 this season, Cincinnati is ranked 40th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 92.6% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, but only a 1.5% shot at winning the Big 12. The Bearcats are 2-1 at home and 2-2 on the road heading into their Week 11 game against West Virginia.</p> <p></p><p>Cincinnati’s ATS record stands at 4-2-1, with a +8 average scoring margin. They are 3-1 against the spread as favorites and 2-1 at home.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 1-5-1, with games averaging 50.2 points. The average over/under line is 54.7, and this week’s line is set at 56.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 11, Cincinnati’s offense ranks 50th in scoring, averaging 29.1 points per game. However, they are 10th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is their strength, ranking 34th in completions and averaging 266.6 yards per game. They convert 44.6% of their third downs and are 21st in completion percentage.</p> <p>Brendan Sorsby leads the Bearcats with 2,108 passing yards, a passer rating of 103, and 15 touchdowns to four interceptions. Corey Kiner has rushed for 692 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry. Xzavier Henderson has 549 receiving yards and four touchdowns this season.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with West Virginia, Cincinnati's defense ranks 22nd nationally, allowing 21.1 points per game. However, they’ve struggled against the pass, giving up 240.5 yards per game, which ranks 124th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a 96.5 passer rating and a 62.4% completion rate against the Bearcats.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Colorado, Cincinnati allowed 34 points and 451 total yards. While they held Colorado to 128 rushing yards, they gave up 323 passing yards and two passing touchdowns.</p>

West Virginia Mountaineers vs Cincinnati Bearcats Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Vikings and Roadrunners. The game is starting at 9:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Roadrunners at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Bakersfield is favored by -3.5 against Portland State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Vikings Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State improved to 4-5 on the season after an 81-75 road win over Pacific on Wednesday. The Vikings entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Portland State led 43-29 at halftime, but Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game line of 148.5.</p><p>Portland State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 16 for 24 from the free-throw line, shooting 66.7%.</p> <p>The Vikings grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points on 6 of 10 shooting, including 2 of 3 from three-point range. Four other players scored 15 points, including Jefferson Koulibaly, who hit 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Portland State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, just 24% shooting. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 free throws, an 86% rate. The Vikings also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Bakersfield?</h3><p>The Roadrunners improved to 4-6 on the season with an 81-64 win over Portland on Wednesday. Bakersfield entered the game as +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Bakersfield led 46-35 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Portland 35-29. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Bakersfield's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in large part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>CJ Hardy led the way with 22 points, knocking down 4 of 6 threes, while Austin Rapp added 21 points, connecting on 6 of 10 from deep. Jemel Jones and Max Mackinnon each contributed 17 points, with Jones hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Bakersfield gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Roadrunners' defense allowed 14 of 28 shots to fall, a 50% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense saw 9 of 24 attempts go in, with their opponent shooting 37% from deep. The Roadrunners also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they connected on 11 free throws, an 84% clip.</p>

Portland State Vikings vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Predators and Maple Leafs. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on BSSO, and it's hosted by the Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Maple Leafs being the favored team playing at home against the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS 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 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Maple Leafs should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Predators Secure a Win at Toronto?</h3><p>So far this season, the Predators have an overall record of 14-12-0. Currently, they are 5-6-0 on the road, and carry a three game road win streak into the game. This record has them sitting 5th in the Western Central division and 8th in the Western conference.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, Nashville are 14-12. When playing on the road against the puck line, they are 5-6, while their overall home performance is 9-6. Games involving Nashville have an average of 6.4 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.2. In terms of their over/under performance, the Predators come in with a record of 12-10-4.</p><p>Nashville has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Predators are scoring an 3.2 goals per game this season, ranking 10th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 12th in the league. Looking at how the Predators' offense is performing during power plays, they are 9th in power play goals and 11th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Nashville will be looking for a good game from Filip Forsberg who leads the team in scoring with 14 goals, ranking 12th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Forsberg has 16 assists this season.</p><p>Entering the game, the Maple Leafs' defense ranks 13th in takeaways, averaging 7.6 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 20th in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.2 goals per game.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Toronto, goalie Juuse Saros has started 21 games in this season. His current record is 11-10, and his save percentage stands at 90.4%.</p><h3>Can the Toronto Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>So far this season, the Maple Leafs have an overall record of 13-6-4. On the road, Toronto is 6-2-3 and 7-4-1 at home. They are currently positioned 4th in the Eastern Atlantic division and 5th in the Eastern conference.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, Toronto are 5-18. When playing on the road against the puck line, they are 2-9, while their overall home performance is 3-9. For the season, Toronto's games have finished with an average of 6.8 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.5. Overall, the Maple Leafs have an over/under record of 12-10-1.</p><p>Across the Maple Leafs last three home games, the team averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 0-3, while going 1-2 straight-up.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Maple Leafs are scoring an 3.3 goals per game this season, ranking 20th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 26th in the league. Coming into the game, the Maple Leafs have 5-3 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 7-3.</p><p>Toronto's current leading scorer is Auston Matthews. This season, he has 16 goals, which puts him 5th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Matthews has 9 assists this season.</p><p>The Maple Leafs' defense comes into the game with a ranking of 13th in takeaways and an average of 7.6 takeaways per contest. They hold 20th place in the NHL for goals allowed, with an average of 3.2 goals given up per game.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Nashville, goalie Ilya Samsonov has started 10 games in this season. His current record is 4-1, and his save percentage stands at 87.8%.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/9/23

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Trojans face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Trojans are hosting the game at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Little Rock is favored by -4 to win at home against SIUE.</p><h3>SIUE COUGARS VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Little Rock Trojans -4</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LITTLE ROCK TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Not only will Little Rock pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does SIUE Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>SIUE Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>SIUE improved to 4-4 on the season with an 82-69 win over Ball State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Cougars entered the game as 3-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 137.</p> <p>After trailing 41-39 at halftime, SIUE turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 43 points while holding Ball State to just 28.</p><p>SIUE's offense put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and 45.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59.6%, with 11 made threes on 24 attempts. They also connected on 71.4% of their free throws, hitting 15 of 21 from the line.</p> <p>Ray'Sean Taylor led the way with 27 points, hitting 7 threes at a 46.7% clip. Ring Malith added 24 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.8% overall. Juanse Gorosito contributed 17 points, knocking down 5 of 9 from deep, while Ben Hendriks was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots.</p><p>Even with SIUE's defense giving up 69 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. This included 51% shooting from two-point range, with 17 made baskets out of 33 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, SIUE allowed 11 threes on 24 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. Their opponent also went to the line 21 times, converting 15 free throws for a 71% success rate. SIUE gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Trojans Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Little Rock fell to 4-5 on the season after a 77-69 home loss to UIC on Sunday. The Trojans, who were -2 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 32-30 at halftime, Little Rock scored 32 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34. The game’s total points of 146 just edged over the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Little Rock put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. They hit 31.6% of their threes (6/19) and 45.2% from two-point range (19/42), while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 54.2% (13/24).</p> <p>Johnathan Lawson led the way with 25 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 47.4% overall and 40% from three. Sasa Ciani and Filip Skobalj each added 15 points, with Skobalj hitting 5 threes at a 45.5% clip. The Trojans grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists in the game.</p><p>Little Rock's defense gave up 77 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 41% from the field on 25 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 19 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Little Rock's defense held their opponent to 6 of 19 shooting, or 31%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 13, shooting 54%.</p>

SIUE Cougars vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Fighting Camels versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. Campbell comes into this non-conference matchup as the -2 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +2</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Campbell Shock Everyone at McAlister Field House?</h3><p>Campbell dropped to 2-5 on the season after a 58-57 home loss to Coastal Carolina on Wednesday. The Fighting Camels were -5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points of 115 fell short of the O/U line of 131.5.</p> <p>Campbell trailed 26-17 at halftime but came out strong in the 2nd half, outscoring Coastal Carolina 40-32. However, their comeback effort fell just short.</p><p>Campbell's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 26.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they managed only 8 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Noah Amenhauser and Terren Frank each scored 20 points, with Amenhauser shooting 61.5% from the field. Cam Gregory added 14 points, hitting 2 of 3 from deep, while Colby Duggan contributed 13 points, making 2 of 5 threes.</p><p>Campbell's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 33% shooting from the field. They were especially effective inside, where they limited the other team to 38% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Campbell's defense gave up 7 threes on 26 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 31 times, where they made 24 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs dropped to 1-3 on the season after a 76-61 loss to the Cougars on Wednesday, November 20th. Playing at home, Citadel entered the game as +12 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Charleston took control early, leading 41-27 at halftime. Citadel put up a better fight in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 35, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap. The game’s total points of 137 fell short of the 145 O/U line.</p><p>The Citadel Bulldogs struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 25.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 35 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, and they managed only 4 free throws, making 57.1% of them.</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 22 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field. Lazar Djokovic also had a strong performance, scoring 20 points with 5 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots.</p><p>Even with Citadel's defense holding their opponent to 39% shooting, they still allowed 76 points. The Bulldogs were particularly vulnerable inside, giving up 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 15 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Citadel's defense limited their opponent to just 25% shooting, as they hit 9 of 35 three-point attempts. The Bulldogs also sent them to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 4 for 57%. Citadel gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Campbell Fighting Camels vs Citadel Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/12/24

Horse racing can be unpredictable, so you don’t want to just give the win in the 146th Kentucky Derby to Tiz the Law, but with some top contenders hurt and others scratched for this race, it sure seems like the overwhelming favorite will hold serve in the second leg of the Triple Crown.

The Derby was moved from May 4 to September 5 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the day of racing at iconic Churchill Downs will be done without fans in attendance. The celebration, the outfits, the hats, the mint juleps, all of it adds to the ambiance and the allure of this event, so it is a shame to see this year’s Derby going off like this. And who knows when, if ever, the Kentucky Derby fanfare will return to its normal levels.

In any event, the show will go on with lots of undercard races, but our focus will be on the main event that has a 7:01 p.m. ET post time in Louisville, Kentucky.

Here are the post positions, the horses, trainers, and jockeys, and the odds for the 146th Run for the Roses:
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="43">Post</td>
<td width="166">Horse</td>
<td width="166">Trainer</td>
<td width="166">Jockey</td>
<td width="48">Odds</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">1</td>
<td width="166">Finnick the Fierce</td>
<td width="166">R. Hernandez</td>
<td width="166">M. Garcia</td>
<td width="48">SCR</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">2</td>
<td width="166">Max Player</td>
<td width="166">S. Asmussen</td>
<td width="166">R. Santana Jr.</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">3</td>
<td width="166">Enforceable</td>
<td width="166">M. Casse</td>
<td width="166">A. Beschizza</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">4</td>
<td width="166">Storm the Court</td>
<td width="166">P. Eurton</td>
<td width="166">J. Leparoux</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">5</td>
<td width="166">Major Fed</td>
<td width="166">G. Foley</td>
<td width="166">J. Graham</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">6</td>
<td width="166">King Guillermo</td>
<td width="166">J.C. Avila</td>
<td width="166">S. Camacho</td>
<td width="48">SCR</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">7</td>
<td width="166">Money Moves</td>
<td width="166">T. Pletcher</td>
<td width="166">J. Castellano</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">8</td>
<td width="166">South Bend</td>
<td width="166">B. Mott</td>
<td width="166">T. Gaffalione</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">9</td>
<td width="166">Mr. Big News</td>
<td width="166">B. Calhoun</td>
<td width="166">G. Saez</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">10</td>
<td width="166">Thousand Words</td>
<td width="166">B. Baffert</td>
<td width="166">F. Geroux</td>
<td width="48">15/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">11</td>
<td width="166">Necker Island</td>
<td width="166">C. Hartman</td>
<td width="166">M. Mena</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">12</td>
<td width="166">Sole Volante</td>
<td width="166">P. Biancone</td>
<td width="166">L. Panici</td>
<td width="48">30/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">13</td>
<td width="166">Attachment Rate</td>
<td width="166">D. Romans</td>
<td width="166">J. Talamo</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">14</td>
<td width="166">Winning Impression</td>
<td width="166">D. Stewart</td>
<td width="166">J. Rocco Jr.</td>
<td width="48">50/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">15</td>
<td width="166">Ny Traffic</td>
<td width="166">S. Joseph Jr.</td>
<td width="166">P. Lopez</td>
<td width="48">20/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">16</td>
<td width="166">Honor A.P.</td>
<td width="166">J. Shirreffs</td>
<td width="166">M. Smith</td>
<td width="48">5/1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">17</td>
<td width="166">Tiz the Law</td>
<td width="166">B. Tagg</td>
<td width="166">M. Franco</td>
<td width="48">3/5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="43">18</td>
<td width="166">Authentic</td>
<td width="166">B. Baffert</td>
<td width="166">J. Velazquez</td>
<td width="48">8/1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Tiz the Law is the chalk favorite here. It was a bad spring and summer for three-year-olds, as horses like Maxfield, Nadal, Charlatan, and Wells Bayou were forced out of action among others. Tiz the Law has had a dominant summer and who knows what would have happened if the others were in the field. They aren’t, unfortunately, but there is still money to be made this weekend.

Normally, I list all the horses and my thoughts on them, but that seems like a fool’s errand this time around. This is a top-heavy field, with Tiz the Law, the winner of the Travers, Belmont, and Florida Derby in a class of his own. Honor A.P. and Authentic are in the next tier, followed by Thousand Words and Ny Traffic. It wouldn’t be a total shocker if a 50/1 or longer hits the board, just given the nature of this year’s race, but it does seem pretty unlikely, as the odds would suggest.

Here are a few things that we know. The first is that Authentic will be popular on race day. Even though people probably aren’t having as many Kentucky Derby parties or things like that, people know Bob Baffert’s name and they know the jockey John Velazquez. Everybody will be scrambling to put together some exotics with Tiz the Law in an effort to sweeten the prices a little bit. Authentic is also coming off of a strong performance, a career-best performance, to win the Haskell at Monmouth Park, so we are buying a little high, but the good speed in the Santa Anita Derby with the follow-up win in the Haskell suggests that Authentic is hitting his stride.

Honor A.P., who beat Authentic in the Santa Anita Derby, ran a final tune-up at Del Mar and lost to Thousand Words in the Shared Belief. He got bumped at the start and got thrown a little off-stride, but would have won the race if it had another eighth of a mile to it. Honor A.P. was coming on strong.

Ny Traffic is the one that I have my eye on. He was second-best to Maxfield in the Matt Winn and Wells Bayou in the Louisiana Derby, but those were two really game efforts. He also wound up second to Authentic in the Haskell with a career-best speed figure.

This isn’t a horse with an elite bloodline or anything like that, but it is a gamer. It is a horse that seems capable of overachieving and making some really good runs. He’s also gotten better with each passing race and has some experience on the Churchill surface from that Matt Winn Stakes effort. He’s been right there with some of the top three-year-olds. He’s not “beat Tiz the Law” good, but he’s plenty good enough to finish second in this race.

Ny Traffic should also be okay with the traffic. The Matt Winn field had 10, the Louisiana Derby 14, and the Risen Star Stakes had 11. Honor A.P. has run one race with at least 10 horses. Authentic hasn’t run with more than seven. Thousand Words ran the Oaklawn Stakes with 13 and got tripped up out of the gate.

Major Fed has run in traffic, but has not had great finishes in those races. Storm The Court ran with 13 in the Grade 3 Ohio Derby and finished third. Maybe the jockey change to Julien Leparoux will be the difference, but Flavien Prat is a very good jockey. The horse just doesn’t have enough speed.

One horse that has run a lot in crowded fields is Enforceable for Mark Casse. The son of Tapit has some underwhelming finishes and speed figures and that concerns me. Adam Beschizza is also in the mount for the first time. Some people like Enforceable’s chances to hit the board, but I’m not buying that stock.

Instead, I’d look inside of Enforceable and prefer Max Player. Steve Asmussen has taken over as the trainer. Asmussen has his top rider Ricardo Santana Jr. in the irons. The most recent workouts at Churchill Downs have been pretty solid and he’s hit the board in all five races, including a big speed effort in the Travers Stakes. It was a distant third behind Tiz the Law, but the speed numbers are trending in the right direction for the son of Honor Code.

<strong>Ny Traffic and Max Player are the two that I’ll put together with Tiz the Law</strong>. I’ll <strong>box trifecta</strong> them together in hopes that one of the two upsets the heavy favorite for a little bit bigger of a pay day. Ny Traffic has been consistently competitive against top-end horses and Max Player is trending in the right direction and has an upgraded trainer.

This may not be the sexiest Kentucky Derby ever, but it’ll be one that I watch closely, as I always do.

Post time is 7:01 p.m. ET for Race 14 at Churchill Downs.

2020 Kentucky Derby Predictions, Picks, and Odds

<p>The Dragons and Bison are set to face off at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bison will host the game at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC. Drexel comes into this non-conference matchup as the -2 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison +2</p><p>This game will be played at Burr Gymnasium at 3:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Drexel Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 6-4 this season with a 77-70 win over Albany on Saturday. Drexel was a +2.5 point underdog going into the game, but they not only won, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>Drexel led 37-23 at halftime, but Albany made things interesting by scoring 47 points in the 2nd half. Drexel managed to score 40 points after the break to hold on for the win. The total points for the game were 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 77 points while shooting 61% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.3%, thanks in part to hitting 54.5% of their three-pointers (6/11) and 63.3% of their two-point attempts (19/30).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons connected on 80.8% of their shots, going 21/26. Amar'e Marshall led the way with 19 points, while Kobe MaGee added 17, hitting 50% from deep. Jason Drake, DeMarr Langford Jr., and Kacper Klaczek each contributed 14 points, with Langford shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Even with Drexel allowing 70 points, the Dragons couldn’t capitalize on their defensive efforts from beyond the arc, where they held their opponent to just 10% shooting (2/19). Drexel’s defense struggled inside, giving up 65% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 25 of 38 shots.</p> <p>Drexel also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 14 attempts for a 93% success rate. The Dragons allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Bison Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Howard improved to 3-6 on the season with an 88-83 win over UNCW on Saturday. The Bison, who were +5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Howard led 45-40 at halftime and matched UNCW point-for-point in the second half, with both teams scoring 43. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Howard's offense was on fire in their last game, scoring 88 points with a field goal percentage of 52.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 66.7%. They were especially deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 20 threes for a 65% shooting percentage. At the free-throw line, they converted 21 of 26 attempts, good for 80.8%.</p> <p>Khamari McGriff led the way with 34 points, shooting 14 of 16 from the field. Marcus Dockery added 27 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 7 assists. Blake Harper and Joshua Strong each contributed 18 points, with Strong hitting 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Howard's defense gave up 13 threes on 20 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws, an 80% rate.</p>

Drexel Dragons vs Howard Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>The Scarlet Knights and Terrapins are set to face off at 6:30 ET on BTN. The Terrapins will host the game at XFINITY Center in College Park, MD. The over/under for this Big Ten conference contest is set at 126.5 points, with Maryland being favored by -7.5 at home against Rutgers.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS MARYLAND TERRAPINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at XFINITY Center at 6:30 ET on Tuesday, February 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Terrapins.</li><li>Even though we have Maryland winning straight-up, we like Rutgers at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Scarlet Knights Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>After a ten-point win over Michigan, Rutgers will look to continue their strong play as they head to Maryland as 7.5-point underdogs. With a record of 11-10, the Scarlet Knights have gone 3-7 in Big Ten play compared to 8-3 in non-conference action.</p>

<p>So far this season, Rutgers has gone 2-5 on the road, and their average scoring margin in these games is -8.0. Over their last ten road games, the Scarlet Knights are 3-7, and they are 1-4 in their previous five.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Rutgers has gone 4-5 vs. the spread, including a 2-1 mark in their last three games as the underdog. On the road, their ATS record is 3-4 this year, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Rutgers games is 6-15. Today's over/under line of 126.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (138.4). Over their last three games, Rutgers' games have averaged 120 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, Rutgers offense put up 69 points against Michigan. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 40.3% and made 2 threes. On offense, Rutgers has been struggling with their efficiency, coming into today's game with a field goal percentgage of 38%. So far, they are 184th in free-throws made on a free throw shooting percentage of 65%.</p><p>In the current season, the Rutgers defense has excelled, sitting 43rd in the nation by allowing 66.0 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Rutgers' defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.2% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.5% this season.</p><h3>Will Maryland Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>After a loss to Michigan State, Maryland is looking to get back on track at home, where they have gone 10-3 this season. For the year, they have gone 13-9, including a 5-6 mark in Big Ten play.</p>

<p>So far, the Terrapins have been favored in 13 games, going 10-3 in those contests. For the season, they have outscored their opponents by an average of 12.5 points per game at home.</p><p>When looking at Maryland's ATS record this season, they have gone 9-13. At home, their ATS mark is 5-8, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 5-5.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Maryland games is 6-16 and today's line of 126.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (136.6). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 125 points and their OU record during this stretch is 0-3. So far, 10 of their games have finished with less points than today's OU line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Maryland offense put up just 54 points vs. the Michigan State Spartans. Overall, they are now averaging 69.5 points per game which is 339th in the country. The top scorer for the Terrapins was Jahmir Young with 31 points, while Donta Scott also chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>So far, the Terrapins' defense is ranked 14th in the country at 63.4 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Maryland's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.0% this season.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maryland Terrapins Betting Pick & Prediction 2/6/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Flames and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. This Pacific division matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Flames.</p><h3>CALGARY FLAMES VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, October 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Golden Knights winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>The Golden Knights should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Flames Make it Happen in Las Vegas?</h3><p>Calgary's 5-3 loss to the Jets dropped their record to 5-2-1. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 8 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> <p>Calgary led 1-0 early, but the Jets responded with two first-period goals. The Flames tied it twice, but Winnipeg pulled away with two goals in the third period, including an empty-netter.</p><p>Mikael Backlund opened the scoring for the Flames with his 3rd goal of the season, while Rasmus Andersson netted his 5th and Nazem Kadri added his 5th goal as well. Andrei Kuzmenko contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 7.</p> <p>Calgary fired 29 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, tallying 16 in the game. The Flames were unable to capitalize on the power play and were held scoreless with the man advantage.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames gave up the first goal just 1:51 into the first period and allowed another at 17:37. After tying the game at 3-3 in the third, they conceded two more, including a power-play goal at 16:16 and an empty-netter at 18:46. Dustin Wolf made 30 saves with a save percentage of 88.2%.</p><h3>Can The Golden Knights Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>With a 7-3 win over the Sharks, Vegas improved to 6-2-1. The Golden Knights covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 10 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Six different players scored for Vegas, with Brett Howden leading the way with two goals. The Golden Knights jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first period and never looked back.</p><p>In their 7-3 win over the Sharks, the Golden Knights fired 42 shots on goal and netted 7 times, with Brett Howden scoring twice to bring his season total to 6. Jack Eichel added his 3rd goal of the season and picked up his 12th assist on Mark Stone's 4th goal.</p> <p>Vegas opened the scoring early, with Tanner Pearson's 2nd goal of the season just 1:57 into the game. William Karlsson scored his 2nd goal, shorthanded, while Pavel Dorofeyev found the net for the 4th time, this time on a power play. The Knights had 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will want to tighten things up after allowing 3 goals to the Sharks. Ilya Samsonov made 23 saves with a save percentage of 88.5%. Vegas also recorded 6 takeaways and 17 hits, but they gave up the first goal at 10:13 in the 2nd period and another at 13:29 in the 3rd.</p>

Calgary Flames vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 10/28/24

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