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<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

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<p>The Seahawks and Lakers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Lakers will host the game at Mercyhurst Athletic Center in Erie, PA. This Northeast conference matchup has an over/under of 119.5 points, and Mercyhurst is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Wagner.</p><h3>WAGNER SEAHAWKS VS MERCYHURST LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mercyhurst Athletic Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-68 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 119.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Wagner as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wagner improved to 6-8 on the season with a narrow 70-68 win over Saint Francis U on Monday. The Seahawks were favored by 2.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 138, surpassing the over/under line of 123.5.</p> 

<p>Wagner led 32-25 at halftime but allowed 30 points in the second half while scoring just 23. Despite the second-half struggles, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>Wagner's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 36.7% overall and 36.8% on two-point attempts. They connected on 8 of 22 three-pointers, hitting 36.4% from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 43.3%.</p> <p>Ja'Kair Sanchez led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 6 of 18 from the floor. Riley Parker added 19 points, hitting 54.5% of his shots, and Zaire Williams chipped in 15 points, though he shot just 31.2%. Valentino Pinedo contributed 12 points and grabbed a team-high 11 rebounds.</p><p>Wagner's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 36% shooting from the field, as they went 22/60 overall. Inside the arc, the Seahawks limited them to 36% shooting, with 14 made two-point baskets out of 38 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wagner's opponent hit 8 of their 22 attempts, also shooting 36%. At the free-throw line, they went 18/25, converting 72% of their free throws. Wagner allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Lakers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Mercyhurst Lakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercyhurst's season record fell to 5-13 after a 72-63 road loss to LIU on Monday. The Lakers entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 34-28 at halftime, Mercyhurst allowed just 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The total points for the game went over the 126.5-point line, finishing at 135.</p><p>In their last game, the Lakers struggled from the field, shooting just 35.7% overall and 32.4% from two-point range. However, they connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, with Jamal Fuller and Jeff Planutis each hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points and 9 assists, despite shooting 35% from the field. Fuller added 20 points and 12 rebounds, while the team hit 88.2% of their free throws, going 15-for-17 from the line.</p><p>Even with Mercyhurst giving up 72 points, their defense couldn’t slow down the opposition, who shot 49% from the field, connecting on 25 of their 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 17/33, hitting 51% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposing team was 8/18, shooting 44%. They also made the most of their trips to the free-throw line, going 14/18 for 77%. Mercyhurst allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Wagner Seahawks vs Mercyhurst Lakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Betting on today's Sabres and Flames game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB, as the Flames hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Flames being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Calgary Possible for the Sabres?</h3><p>Buffalo's 2-1 loss to the Red Wings dropped them to 18-24-5 for the season. The Sabres held a 1-0 lead after the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Their lone goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored short-handed in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch netted his fifth goal of the season, scoring shorthanded at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Tuch led the team with 5 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense gave up two goals in their last game, both coming in the second period on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Does Calgary Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers moved them to 22-16-7 for the season. The Flames, who were underdogs on the puck line, saw the total set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 6 falling just short of the line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied the game with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to the Oilers. Anthony Mantha scored his fourth goal of the season on a power play in the second period, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal in the third.</p> <p>Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, and Mikael Backlund added his fourth assist. Kevin Bahl was credited with his fifth assist on Sharangovich’s goal. The Flames were hampered by 22 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames will look to bounce back after giving up four goals to the Oilers, including the game-winner at 9:50 in the 3rd period and an empty-netter with just three seconds left. Goalie Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, while the defense added 15 blocks and 13 hits. The Flames also took 6 penalty minutes, one of which led to a power-play goal for the Oilers.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>The Sharks and Red Flash are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Red Flash will host the game at DeGol Arena in Loretto, PA. LIU is favored by -1.5 in this Northeast conference matchup the against Saint Francis U. The over/under for the game is set at 129.5 points.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at DeGol Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Red Flash.</li><li>Not only will Saint Francis U pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>LIU improved to 8-11 on the season with a 72-63 home win over Mercyhurst on Monday. The Sharks entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 135 went over the pre-game line of 126.5.</p> 

<p>LIU led 34-28 at halftime but allowed 31 points in the 2nd half while scoring 25. Despite the defensive lapse, they managed to secure the win.</p><p>LIU's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%. They connected on 44.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 18 from deep, and made 77.8% of their free throws, going 14 for 18 at the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points and 9 assists, though he shot just 35% overall. Jamal Fuller added 20 points and 12 rebounds, knocking down 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, LIU's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 25 made baskets on 51 attempts. The Sharks struggled to contain two-point shots, where their opponent connected on 17 of 33 attempts, shooting 51%.</p> <p>LIU also had trouble defending the three-point line, as their opponent hit 8 of 18 threes, good for 44%. From the free-throw line, LIU's opponent went 14/18, shooting 77%. The Sharks gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Saint Francis U Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Francis U fell to 4-13 on the season after a 70-68 loss to Wagner on Monday. The Red Flash, who were +2.5 point underdogs, covered the spread in the loss.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-25 at halftime, Saint Francis U held Wagner to just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30 points of their own. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 123.5, finishing at 138.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 41.3%. They hit 30.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 23 attempts, and were 40% on two-point shots. Their free-throw shooting was a bright spot, as they made 15 of 17 for 88.2%.</p> <p>Ja'Kair Sanchez led the Red Flash with 24 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall. Riley Parker contributed 19 points, hitting 54.5% of his shots and 50% from three-point range. Zaire Williams added 15 points, going 3 for 9 from deep, while Valentino Pinedo grabbed a team-high 11 rebounds.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 14/38, also at 36%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 36%, hitting 8 of 22 threes. Saint Francis U sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 18, shooting 72%. The Red Flash gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

LIU Sharks vs Saint Francis U Red Flash NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Screaming Eagles game? Catch the action at Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, IN, as the Screaming Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Southern Indiana as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena at 8:30 ET on Thursday, February 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 83-65 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Eastern Illinois Be The Talk of Screaming Eagles Arena?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak when they take on Southern Indiana on the road. So far this season, the Panthers have gone 10-13, including a 4-6 mark in Ohio Valley Conference games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Eastern Illinois has gone 2-12 this season, compared to 4-1 when favored. Their average scoring margin on the road this year is -10.2 points per game.</p><p>Overall, Eastern Illinois has an ATS record of 8-10-1 this season. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-3-1. Over their last three road games, the Panthers are 3-0 vs. the spread and 6-3-1 in their last 10 road contests.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 134.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Eastern Illinois' games this year (139) and their games have finished with fewer points than today's line in 12 of 19 contests. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 125 points and their over/under record this year is 4-13-2.</p><p>Against Little Rock, the Eastern Illinois had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 68.3 points per game. They scored 47 points and posted a field goal percentage of 28.8% in the game. Coming into the game, the Panthers offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 31%. On average, they get up 18.1 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 11 made free-throws.</p><p>At present, the Panthers' defense is nationally ranked 66th, allowing 67.3 points per game. In their previous game vs. Little Rock, the Trojans finished with a field goal percentage of 28% and a total of 71 points vs. Eastern Illinois.</p><h3>Does Southern Indiana Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Tennessee State by a score of 79-74, the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles have a record of 6-17. They have gone 3-7 in Ohio Valley Conference games compared to 3-10 in non-conference matchups.</p>

<p>So far, Southern Indiana has been the underdog in 18 of their 23 games, going 3-15 in those contests. They have been the favorite twice, but they have lost both of those games.</p><p>As the favorite, Southern Indiana has struggled against the spread this season, going 0-2. Their overall ATS record is at .500 (10-10), but at home, they have gone just 3-5 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Screaming Eagles are just 3-7.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Southern Indiana games is 9-11 and their games have averaged 140.3 points. Today's over/under line of 134.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (141.6). Over their last three games, their games have averaged 146 points and their over/under record in those games is 3-0.</p><p>Southern Indiana is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 74 points vs. Tennessee State. This figure is more than their season average of 67.9 points per game. The team's scoring leader is Jeremiah Hernandez, who holds an average of 17.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, AJ Smith is averaging 12.6 points per game this season.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 72.2 points per game. Southern Indiana's three-point defense is currently 76th in the country at 6.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 38.9% of their shots vs. Southern Indiana.</p>

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 2/8/24

<p>The Blue Devils and Dolphins are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Dolphins will host the game at Ted Grant Court in Syracuse, NY. Central Connecticut State is favored by -6.5 in this Northeast conference matchup the against Le Moyne. The over/under for the game is set at 136.5 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS LE MOYNE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ted Grant Court at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Le Moyne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Devils Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State improved to 10-6 on the season with a 71-60 win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Saturday. The Blue Devils, who were -7 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>They led 37-30 at halftime and added 34 points in the second half while holding Fairleigh Dickinson to 30. The total points for the game were 131, falling under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's offense was led by Ahmed Barba-Bey's 25 points and 8 rebounds, as he shot 58.3% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 12 attempts. Jayden Brown added 16 points and 6 rebounds, connecting on 42.9% of his threes.</p> <p>The Blue Devils shot 50.9% from the field, with a 56.4% effective field goal percentage. They hit 59.5% of their two-point shots and went 6 for 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%. At the free-throw line, they made 9 of 11 attempts, good for 81.8%.</p><p>Central Connecticut State put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were especially effective inside, limiting the opposition to 32% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State's defense allowed 10 threes on 32 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 shots for 71%.</p><h3>Will Le Moyne Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Le Moyne improved to 5-13 on the season with a narrow 73-72 win over Stonehill on Monday. The Dolphins, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne led 38-30 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the second half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Le Moyne's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They connected on 45.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 24 from deep, while their two-point shooting was just 35.3%.</p> <p>Robby Carmody led the way with 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. AJ Dancler added 19 points and 9 assists, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range, and Hermann Koffi contributed 18 points, also making 4 threes.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense gave up 72 points while holding the opposing team to 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 34 attempts, a 35% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team shot 45%, hitting 11 of 24 three-point attempts. Le Moyne also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 16, a 76% success rate. The Dolphins gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Le Moyne Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bearkats and Panthers face off at 1:00 ET on ACC. The Panthers are hosting the game at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Pittsburgh is favored by -16.5 against Sam Houston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have Pittsburgh winning straight-up, we like Sam Houston at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bearkats Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Sam Houston improved to 4-5 on the season with an 87-71 win over Texas Southern on Saturday. The Bearkats were -11 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 158 points went over the 147.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-32 at halftime, Sam Houston turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Tigers 55-35 to secure the win.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 45.2% from three-point range, hitting 14 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 of 13 threes, while Cameron Huefner added 22 points. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Kolby Granger was efficient, shooting 66.7% overall and 60% from deep.</p><p>Despite the Bearkats' defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points in their latest game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Sam Houston gave up 29 field goals on 61 attempts, including 15 two-pointers at a 50% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearkats allowed 14 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponents shooting 45% from three-point range. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. Additionally, Sam Houston gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 96-56 win over Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday. The Panthers, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 152 went over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading just 39-36 at halftime, Pittsburgh clamped down defensively, allowing only 20 points in the 2nd half while scoring 57 points of their own.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points on 61.1% shooting from the field. They connected on 71% of their two-point attempts and 47.8% from beyond the arc, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 70.4%. The Panthers also shot 76% from the free-throw line, hitting 19 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Brandin Cummings was the standout performer, scoring 30 points in 30 minutes, shooting 76.9% from the field and 75% from three-point range (6/8). Jaland Lowe contributed 12 assists, while Ishmael Leggett and Devontae Blanton each grabbed 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, their opponent managed to score 56 points, shooting 61% from the field. They were especially effective inside, hitting 71% of their two-point attempts (22/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% shooting rate. Their opponent also went to the line 25 times, converting 19 free throws for a 76% success rate. Pittsburgh gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens vs Hofstra Pride NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Buckeyes and Scarlet Knights face off at 2:00 ET on BTN. The Scarlet Knights are hosting the game at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ. In this Big Ten matchup, Ohio State is favored by -1 vs. Rutgers. The over/under for the game is 134 points.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +1</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</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 Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Buckeyes?</h3><p>Ohio State will head on the road to take on Rutgers as a one-point favorite. The Buckeyes have an 18-12 overall record and have won three straight games. In Big Ten play, Ohio State is 8-11 compared to a 10-1 non-conference record.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Buckeyes are 4-8, and they have gone 3-7 in their last 10 road games. For the season, Ohio State's average scoring margin on the road is -2.7 points per game.</p><p>Ohio State has an ATS record of 13-17 this season, including a mark of 5-7 vs. the spread on the road. As the favorite, the Buckeyes are 8-12 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Ohio State has gone 5-5 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, Ohio State's over/under record is 17-13 and today's line of 134 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (143.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points and their OU record in those games is 2-1.</p><p>The Ohio State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 84 points vs. Michigan. Overall their field goal percentage was 56.2% while connecting on 5 threes. The team's top scorer is Bruce Thornton, who enters today's matchup with an average of 16.2, while Jamison Battle also carries a PPG average of 14.6 into the game.</p><p>The Buckeyes' defense is presently ranked 103rd nationally, allowing an average of 69.6 points per contest. Against Michigan in their most recent game, the Ohio State defense gave up a total of 61 points while allowing Michigan to hit 56% of their shots.</p><h3>Do the Scarlet Knights Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, Rutgers has gone 12-6, and over their last 10 home games, they are 6-4. So far, they have been the underdog in 15 games, going 4-11 in those matchups. Their record in the Big Ten is 7-12, and they are currently on a two-game losing streak.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Scarlet Knights have gone 3-2, including a 78-66 loss to Wisconsin in their most recent contest. On the year, they have a record of 15-15, and they are 8-3 in non-conference games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Rutgers has gone 6-9 against the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 9-9. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Scarlet Knights are 4-6 vs. the spread. In their last three home games, they are 1-2 ATS.</p><p>The over/under record for Rutgers' games this season is 10-20, and today's line of 134 is lower than the average OU line in their games (137). So far, 18 of their games have finished with fewer than 134 points. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Scarlet Knights' offense tallied 66 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 66.3 points per game. Jeremiah Williams led the scoring for the Scarlet Knights, contributing 16 points. Additionally, Gavin Griffiths chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Rutgers defense is giving up an average of 66.4 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.2 threes per game vs. Ohio State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.5%.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

<p>The Hornets and Tigers are set to face off at 5:00 ET on None. The Tigers will host the game at Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center in Grambling, LA. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Grambling State as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 128.5 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA STATE HORNETS VS GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Grambling State Tigers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Grambling State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Alabama State Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Alabama State is 11-11 this season, including a 5-3 record in Southwestern Athletic Conference games. On the road, the Hornets are 5-8, and they have gone 4-1 in their last five road games.</p>

<p>As an underdog, Alabama State is just 2-10 this season, but they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 road games. Overall, the Hornets have been outscored by an average of 6.5 points per game on the road this season.</p><p>Alabama State has been one of the best teams in the country against the spread this season, going 13-5 overall. They have been even better on the road, posting a 12-1 ATS mark. Over their last 3 road games, the Hornets are 3-0 ATS and they have gone 9-0 ATS in their last 10 games away from home.</p><p>Alabama State's over/under record for the season is 7-11 and their games have averaged 139.3 points. Today's over/under line of 128.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (146.2). So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 123 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Alabama State offense put up just 62 points vs. the Florida A&M Rattlers. Overall, they are now averaging 69.7 points per game which is 334th in the country. The team's top scorer is Antonio TJ Madlock, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 15.5, while CJ Hines also maintains a PPG average of 10.5 leading up to the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Alabama State defense is giving up an average of 69.2 points per contest. The Alabama State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 53 points and allowed Florida A&M to connect on 5 threes.</p><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Grambling State enters this game as a 2.5-point favorite, and they have gone 3-2 in their five games as the favorite this season. They have a 10-12 record overall, including a 7-2 mark in Southwestern Athletic Conference games.</p>

<p>After their 78-67 win over Alcorn State, the Tigers have now won two games in a row. They have gone 3-2 in their last five games at home, and their record at home this season is 3-4.</p><p>Grambling State's ATS record this season is just 9-10, including a mark of 2-5 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Tigers have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Grambling State's games is 9-10, and today's over/under line of 128.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (137). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1, and the average scoring total in those games is 143 points.</p><p>The Grambling State offense is coming off a game where they scored 78 points against Alcorn State. They posted a field goal percentage of 50.9% and connected on 9 threes. The top scorer for the Tigers was Jourdan Smith with 19 points, while Terrence Lewis also chipped in with 18 points.</p><p>At present, the Tigers' defense is nationally ranked 151st, allowing 71.3 points per game. In today's game, the Grambling State defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 3 three-pointers while giving up 67 points.</p>

Alabama State Hornets vs Grambling State Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Racers and Aces. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Aces at Ford Center in Evansville, IN. Get ready to place your bets! This Missouri Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and the Aces are favored to win at home vs. the Racers.</p><h3>MURRAY STATE RACERS VS EVANSVILLE ACES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Evansville Aces -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Aces.</li><li>Not only will Evansville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Racers?</h3><p>Heading into today's matchup, Murray State is the underdog with a point spread of +1.5. So far this season, the Racers have an overall record of 5-9 and are currently on a two-game winning streak.</p>

<p>Over their last ten road games, Murray State is just 1-9 and 0-5 on the road this season. In their last game, the Racers defeated UIC by a score of 85-73. So far, Murray State has been the underdog in six of their 14 games this season, going 1-5 in those matchups.</p><p>When looking at Murray State's ATS record this season, they are currently 5-8. On the road, they have gone 2-3 vs the spread this year. Over their last 10 road games, the Racers have gone just 3-7 vs the spread. As the underdog, their ATS mark is 3-3 this season and they are 4-6 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in Murray State games is 8-5. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 142.2 and their games have finished with an average of 144.5 points. Today's over/under line of 148.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and their games have finished with an average of 148 points in those matchups.</p><p>Murray State recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 85 points against UIC. This output exceeded their season average of 72.5 points per game. Rob Perry is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 14 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Jacobi Wood brings a PPG average of 12.7 into the game.</p><p>On the defensive side, Murray State is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 72.3 points per game. The Murray State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 73 points and allowed UIC to connect on 7 threes.</p><h3>Can Evansville Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>So far this season, the Evansville Aces have been perfect at home, going 5-0 and winning their last five games at the Ford Center. Overall, they have a record of 10-4 and have been favored in three of their 14 games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Aces took on Indiana State and lost by a score of 87-73. Over their last 10 games at home, Evansville is 7-3.</p><p>As the favorite, Evansville has gone 2-1 against the spread this year and they are 4-6 vs. the spread in their last 10 games as the favorite. At home, the Aces have an ATS mark of 4-1 this season and they are 6-3 ATS in their last 10 home games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Evansville games sits at 6-7. The average scoring total in their games is 151.4 points, which is higher than the average OU line of 147. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 142 points.</p><p>The Evansville offense is coming off a game where they scored 73 points against Indiana State. They posted a field goal percentage of 45.7% and connected on 8 threes. Ben Humrichous is leading the team in scoring at 16.6 points per contest. Yacine Toumi has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.3 going into the game.</p><p>Evansville's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 72.1 points per game. So far, the Evansville defense is giving up an average of 8.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.2 times per game (406th).</p>

Murray State Racers vs Evansville Aces Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/24

After 162 games, it all comes down to one. The Milwaukee Brewers had one of the best end-of-season stretches ever to secure a spot in the one-game National League Wild Card Game. The Washington Nationals got out of an early-season hole and will host the win or go home contest on Tuesday October 1 at Nationals Park. The Nationals are priced between -175 and -185 and the total is 7.5 for Tuesday night’s 8:08 p.m. first pitch.

Nationals fans are no strangers to postseason disappointment. The franchise, which moved from Montreal in 2004, has made the playoffs four times since 2012 and has not won a round yet. Technically speaking, the Wild Card Game is a round, but advancing to the NLDS to face the Los Angeles Dodgers won’t be enough for a fan base dying for October success. After all, the Nationals haven’t had a losing season since 2011 and have seven playoff wins to show for it.

The Brewers are back in the playoffs after last season’s run to Game 7 of the NLCS. It took one hell of a September run without perennial MVP candidate Christian Yelich to get there. Milwaukee lost on September 5 to fall to 71-68. Milwaukee went 18-2 over the next 20 games to win the second Wild Card spot. With that sewn up, the team took the last three games off to rest and energize. So, the final record will say 89-73, but it doesn’t tell the full story, considering the Brewers spent 53 days in first place and then also spent a fair amount of time wondering if they would even make the playoffs.

There’s your backstory to the one-game Wild Card Round. As for the game itself, Brandon Woodruff will start for the Brewers, but he won’t work deep into the game. Woodruff, who wound up working 121.2 innings over 22 starts, was utilized as more of a multi-inning opener in his last two starts after coming back from injury. He missed nearly two months from July 21 to September 17 with an oblique injury. He faced 13 batters and struck out seven with one walk. He didn’t allow a hit, but also faced the Padres and Pirates.

What happens after Woodruff is anybody’s guess. The Brewers could use midseason acquisition Jordan Lyles. They could use Brent Suter. They could use Freddy Peralta. All hands will be on deck. About the only guarantees are that Josh Hader and Drew Pomeranz will pitch at some point after Woodruff. Craig Counsell could be very aggressive in the middle innings of this game from a matchup standpoint, as none of his most important guys pitched on Sunday, so they are all well-rested.

The Nationals will go with Max Scherzer to start, but skipper Dave Martinez has already said that Patrick Corbin, Stephen Strasburg, and Anibal Sanchez are all available if necessary. With a guy like Scherzer, who knows how many of those guys will be necessary, but this has been a patchwork bullpen most of the season. Daniel Hudson and Sean Doolittle have shared closer duties. Fernando Rodney has pitched in leverage and so have Hunter Strickland and Wander Suero.

If your playoff life is on the line, you’d rather tap into that rotation depth and then figure out the NLDS as you go along, so Martinez is on the right track there. You wonder how guys used to starting the game will do coming into a high-leverage relief situation, but you expect the talent to win out.

That is the problem with these one-game playoff scenarios. They are really tough handicaps because the pitcher usage for each team is a massive question mark. In theory, we would expect only the best for each team to pitch, so the under is a starting point. On the other hand, usually playoff-caliber teams have good offensive squads and we all know about the well-documented juiced balls this season. Plus, the total of 7.5 is certainly on the low end.

Offensively, the Brewers are banged up. Christian Yelich is still out. Lorenzo Cain is battling a bum knee. Mike Moustakas and Ryan Braun both missed time in the final week. Structuring the lineup is a challenge for managers in these games as well because the opposition can go in so many different directions on the pitching side.

The Brewers are certainly at a disadvantage offensively without Yelich, but that is already priced into the line. The Scherzer factor is priced into the line as well.

Offensively, Washington is in tact. A lot of key guys got Sunday off and those that didn’t had days off throughout the week. There are no big injury concerns for Washington going into this game.

In looking purely at the odds for the game, the line is around -180, which implies a 64.29% likelihood that the Nationals win. I would expect it to be a little bit lower than that, though the absence of Yelich really is a big deal for the Brewers. In a normal game, the fact that the Brewers are not going to let any hitter see the same pitcher twice, in all likelihood, would really help. Facing Scherzer lowers the value of that because opposing batters posted a .255 wOBA the first time through, a .291 wOBA the second time through, and a .266 wOBA the third time through.

In that respect, Scherzer is likely to be as good or better from a split standpoint the second and third time through that any Brewers reliever is going to be, at least in a simplified sense. That wouldn’t take into account L/L matchups or whatnot, but Mad Max is a special kind of pitcher.

Solely based on price, I would lean with the Brewers here. In these one-game playoff scenarios, fluky things can happen. This isn’t the best team over five games. It is the best team over one game. When you consider the aggressive managing and the relative equality of the teams, a team at +165 or thereabouts is as live as it gets.

Strasburg has never made a relief appearance in the Major Leagues. Corbin actually has 18. He has never pitched in the postseason, which doesn’t matter to me and has been <strong><a href="https://www.baseballprospectus.com/news/article/22039/baseball-therapy-does-postseason-experience-really-matter/">proven not to matter</a></strong>, but some like the experience factor.

Ultimately, I think the Nationals win and advance, but by no means would I have this game in the 65/35 range. It’s more of a 55/45 or so proposition to me. I fully accept that Scherzer has more upside than the Brewers’ collection of Woodruff and the relievers and that he could outright dominate the Milwaukee lineup. It’s just not as cut and dry as the line would indicate.

Based on the price, <strong>Milwaukee</strong> is the pick for me.

2019 MLB Playoffs NL Wild Card Game Free Pick: Milwaukee Brewers at Washington Nationals

<p>Planning on watching today's Cowboys and Huskies game? Catch the action at Sharp Gymnasium in Houston, TX, as the Huskies hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. McNeese State is favored by -18 in this Southland conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150 points.</p><h3>MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +18</p><p>This game will be played at Sharp Gymnasium at 8:00 ET on Monday, February 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Houston Christian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +18.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Cowboys Secure a Win at Houston?</h3><p>McNeese State is favored by 18 points in tonight's game against Houston Christian. The Cowboys have gone 14-1 as the favorite this season, and they have a scoring margin of +6.4 on the road.</p>

<p>McNeese State enters tonight's game with a 21-3 record, and they have won two straight games. On the road, the Cowboys have gone 8-3, and they are coming off a 74-67 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.</p><p>McNeese State has an ATS record of 11-9 this season. On the road, they are 5-6 vs. the spread. In their last 3 road games, the Cowboys are 0-3 ATS. As the favorite, they have gone 7-8 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>McNeese State's over/under record this season is 12-8, and the average over/under line in their games is 141.6. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 150. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points, and their over/under record during that span is 2-1.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 79.6 points per game, McNeese State struggled in their previous game. Against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, the Cowboys scored 74 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.2%. The team's scoring leader is Shahada Wells, who holds an average of 17.5 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Christian Shumate is averaging 12.2 points per game this season.</p><p>This season, the McNeese State defense has been impressive, holding the 6th position in the country while permitting an average of 61.7 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, McNeese State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.1% this season.</p><h3>Are the Huskies Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>After a 86-83 win over Incarnate Word, Houston Christian is 6-16 overall and 4-7 in Southland Conference play. They are 3-3 at home this season, and they have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>For the season, Houston Christian is a 20-point underdog, and they have gone 4-16 in that role. On the road, they are 1-13, and their average scoring margin is -20.1 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Houston Christian has an ATS record of 12-8. Their ATS mark at home is 5-1 and they have gone 2-1 ATS in their last three home games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Huskies have an ATS record of 5-5.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 150 is lower than the average over/under line in Houston Christian's games this season (155). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 155 points. On the year, the over/under record in their games is 9-11.</p><p>Houston Christian's offense had a good outing, putting up 86 points against Incarnate Word. They achieved a 54.2% field goal percentage and went 16/30 from the free-throw line. The top scorer for the Huskies was Jay Alvarez with 25 points, while Michael Imariagbe also added 18 to the scoreboard.</p><p>So far, the Huskies' defense is ranked 335th in the country at 81.5 points per contest. Houston Christian's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Incarnate Word offense to knock down 54% of their shots on their way to putting up 83 points.</p>

McNeese State Cowboys vs Houston Christian Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction 2/12/24

<p>From Citi Field in New York, the Athletics and Mets face off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for this one is 7:10 PM ET, and NSPCA is carrying it on TV. The Mets are the heavy favorites on the money line at -173, while the Athletics have a line of +140. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Paul Blackburn is starting for the Athletics, and he is facing off against Ross Stripling for the Mets. Oakland comes in with a record of 50-69, while the Mets are 61-57. New York is currently on a three-game losing streak, while the Athletics have won two in a row. The Athletics are in 5th place in the AL West, and the Mets are 3rd in the NL East.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS OAKLAND ATHLETICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Mets Moneyline -173</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 7:10 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Athletics to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics wrapped up their series vs. the Blue Jays with an 8-4 win on the road. Oakland was the +133 underdog going into this matchup. It was a six-run 1st inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Blue Jays could only score four runs, all of which came in the 4th.</p>

<p>JP Sears put together a good start for the Athletics, going seven innings and giving up just three earned runs, and picking up the win. Oakland's offense was carried by JJ Bleday, who went 3/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>The Athletics come into today's road matchup vs. the Mets with an overall record of 50-69, putting them 5th in the AL West. Currently, they trail the Astros by 13.5 games in the division. Oakland has gone 16-20 in divisional matchups this year.</p>

<p>So far, the Athletics have gone 29-30 at home compared to a 21-39 mark on the road. They have won two straight games, and this came after taking the final two games of their series vs. the Blue Jays. Oakland's overall series record is 15-21-2 this year.</p><p>When it comes to run line betting, the Oakland Athletics have been a solid choice this season, going 63-56 overall. They have been especially good as the underdog, going 57-47, and have covered the run line in two straight games. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.5, while it drops to -3.6 in losing games.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics are on the road against the New York Mets today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for A's games this season is 8.7 runs, and their over/under record is 53-64. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 15-13-1. Overall, 51.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at more than 8 runs.</p><p>Ross Stripling gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Mets on the road. So far this season, he has made 14 starts and has a record of 2-11. Stripling's ERA is 5.72, and he has pitched much better on the road, coming in with a record of 1-5 and an ERA of 5.42. At home, his ERA is 8.82. In his last outing, Stripling gave up four earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. He took the loss in that game. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>As a team, the Athletics are averaging just 4 runs per game, which is 26th in the league. They have been slightly better at home, averaging 4.4 runs per game. Overall, they are one of the league's top power-hitting teams, but are batting just .231 as a team. Oakland also has a lot of work to do in terms of cutting down on strikeouts, as they are 26th in the league in this category.</p>

<p>Brent Rooker has been a bright spot for the Athletics this season, as he is batting .291 with a team-high 29 home runs and 83 RBIs. Zack Gelof has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 8/21 in his last six games, with two homers in that stretch. Shea Langeliers comes into the game with 21 homers but is batting just .217 for the season.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>New York closed out their series vs. the Mariners with a 12-1 loss. Heading into the game, the Mets were the slight favorite at +106 on the money line. Things really got away from the Mets in the 5th inning, as the Mariners scored three runs in the inning. New York's offense scored their only run in the 6th.</p>

<p>Luis Severino had a rough outing, giving up four earned runs on six hits and issuing two walks. Jeff McNeil hit a homer for the Mets but went just 1/3. Francisco Lindor scored the team's only other run, going 2/4 at the plate.</p><p>The Mets will host the Athletics today with an overall record of 61-57, which has them 3rd in the NL East. They are eight games behind the Phillies for the division lead. New York heads into today's game having dropped three straight games, and they are just 4-6 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 30-29 this year and 31-28 on the road. As the favorite, the Mets have gone 38-31 this year and 23-26 as the underdog. New York has won two straight games when favored. So far, their overall series record is 19-15-7, and they lost their most recent series vs. the Mariners.</p><p>When the Mets win, they do so by an average of 3.6 runs per game, while their losses come by an average of 3.5 runs. Their run line record is 56-62 on the season, and they have covered in two straight games. At home, they are 25-34 against the run line, while on the road, they are 31-28. As the underdog, they are 28-21 against the run line, compared to 28-41 as the favorite.</p><p>The Mets have played in 64 games with over/under lines set at 8 runs this season, and the over has hit in 13 of those contests. Their games have featured an average of 9.3 runs per game, and their over/under record for the season is 59-55.</p><p>New York is sending Paul Blackburn to the mound today, and he is coming off a start in which he didn't factor into the decision. Against the Rockies on August 7th, he went six innings, giving up two earned runs on five hits. Looking back further, Blackburn has picked up the win in two straight outings. He has made 11 appearances this year and has a record of 5-2, along with an ERA of 3.86. Opponents are batting .229 off the right-hander this year. Blackburn has made six quality starts and is averaging 7.14 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Mets are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 11th in the league. At home, they are averaging 4.5 runs per game and 5 runs per game on the road. As a team, they are batting .249, which is 10th in the league, and are also near the top of the league in home runs. Over their last six games, Francisco Lindor has gone 10/27, while Pete Alonso has two homers in this stretch but is batting just .217.</p>

<p>For the season, Alonso is batting .240 with a team-high 25 homers, while Lindor is hitting .260 with 22 homers. Lindor's 67 RBIs are also the best mark on the team. Lindor is also on a six-game hitting streak, while Jesse Winker has a three-game streak going.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Royals versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, FL. The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have Florida Gulf Coast as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 152 points.</p><h3>QUEENS (NC) ROYALS VS FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gulf Coast Eagles -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alico Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 88-59 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Florida Gulf Coast pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Queens (NC) Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Queens (NC) has been a much better team at home this season, going 9-3 compared to just 1-14 on the road. They have also been much better as the favorite, going 7-1 compared to 3-16 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin on the road is -12.9 points per game.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 road games, the Royals have gone just 1-9. They come into this game on a two-game winning streak and are 6-8 in Atlantic Sun play. So far this season, they are 12-17.</p><p>Queens (NC) has an overall ATS record of 13-13-1 this season. As the underdog, the Royals' ATS mark is 7-11-1. On the road, they are 5-9-1 vs. the spread. Over their last three road games, Queens (NC) is 2-0-1 ATS.</p><p>Queens' over/under record this season is 19-8 and the average over/under line in their games is 156.3. Today's over/under line of 152 is lower than the average scoring total in their games of 160.3. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Queens (NC) offense ended with 83 points against Stetson. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 52.6% and made 8 threes. The team's scoring leader is AJ McKee, who holds an average of 18.3 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Deyton Albury is averaging 17.4 points per game this season.</p><p>At this time, the Royals' defense is positioned 335th in the country, permitting 81.9 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.3 threes per game vs. Florida Gulf Coast. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 31.5%.</p><h3>Can the Eagles Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Florida Gulf Coast will look to snap a two-game losing streak when they take on Queens (NC) at home. The Eagles are 5-6 at home this season, and they have gone 7-3 over their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>For the year, Florida Gulf Coast is 11-17, including a 5-8 mark in conference play. They have been favored in 11 games this season, going 6-5 in those matchups.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast has an ATS record of 12-13 this season and they are 6-5 vs. the spread when they are the favorite. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Eagles have gone 6-4 ATS.</p><p>Throughout the season, the over/under record in Florida Gulf Coast games is 10-15. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 142.5 and their games have averaged 141 points. Today's over/under line of 152 is higher than 23 of their games this season. In their last three games, the over/under record is 0-3 and the average scoring total is 125 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Florida Gulf Coast offense put up 67 points against Kennesaw State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 39.3% and made 4 threes. Zach Anderson is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 12.9. Meanwhile, Keeshawn Kellman also brings a PPG average of 12.3 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Eagles' defense is ranked 166th in the country at 71.8 points per contest. The Florida Gulf Coast defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 74 points and allowed Kennesaw State to connect on 4 threes.</p>

Queens (NC) Royals vs Florida Gulf Coast Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 2/24/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Nittany Lions and Hawkeyes face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 171.5 points, and Iowa is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Penn State.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 171.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Penn State Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 13-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Rutgers on Monday. The Nittany Lions, who were -7 favorites at home, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-35 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by outscoring Rutgers 43-37 in the second half. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field and 47.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.2%, and they connected on 81.5% of their free throws, going 22 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 30 points, shooting 86.7% overall and 80% from deep. Yanic Konan Niederhauser was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, while Nick Kern Jr. went 4 for 4 from the field. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 22 points and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Penn State's defensive efforts, they allowed 72 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Nittany Lions gave up 24 made field goals, with 14 coming from two-point range, where the opposing team shot 50%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Penn State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting clip. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 81%. Penn State did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Iowa Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Iowa dropped to 12-7 on the season after a 72-67 home loss to Minnesota on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes were -8.5 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 32-28 at halftime, Iowa scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40, unable to make a comeback.</p><p>Iowa's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 21 threes for a 14.3% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 45.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, making 62.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Owen Freeman and Payton Sandfort each scored 21 points, with Freeman shooting 71.4% from the field. Sandfort made just 1 of 8 threes, finishing with a 12.5% shooting percentage from deep. Femi Odukale also had a strong game, hitting 5 of 8 shots overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even with Iowa allowing 72 points, their defense struggled to contain shots inside the arc, giving up a 62% shooting rate on two-pointers, as the opposing team went 25/40. However, Iowa did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponents to just 3/21 shooting from three-point range, a 14% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Iowa sent the other team to the stripe 12 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 66%. Iowa also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>The Hurricanes and Sabres are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sabres will host the game at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. The Hurricanes are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Eastern conference matchup against Sabres. The over/under for the game is set at 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 Sunday, February 25th.</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 (+134)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Carolina Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p><p>Carolina comes into this game with a record of 34-18-5, which has them in 2nd place in the Metropolitan Division and 5th place in the Eastern Conference. Over their last ten games, the Hurricanes have gone 7-3, and they have won their last two games on the road.</p>

<p>So far this season, Carolina has been favored in 50 of their 57 games, and they have gone 31-14-5 in those games. Against other teams from the Eastern Conference, the Hurricanes have gone 21-9 this season.</p></p><p>So far this season, the Hurricanes have gone 23-34 against the puck line and 19-31 as the favorite. Overall, Carolina's scoring margin sits at +.5 goals per game, and they have 21 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>On the road, the Hurricanes have gone 11-16 vs. the puck line and have a scoring margin of +.4 goals per contest. In their last 10 road games, Carolina has gone 6-4 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, Carolina's games have finished with 6.1 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Hurricanes come in with an over/under record of 25-31-1.</p><p>Carolina has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Hurricanes are averaging 3.3 goals per game this season, putting them in the 12th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 6th in the league. This season, the Hurricanes have a 23-15 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 10-1 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Carolina's offense is Sebastian Aho. Coming into the game he has 22 goals, ranking 36th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 39 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Sabres are currently 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.9 shots per game against Buffalo. They also are 8th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Buffalo, goalie Spencer Martin has started 13 games in this season. His current record is 6-8, and his save percentage stands at 0.458%.</p><h3>Can the Sabres Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Sabres have a record of 12-16-1, and in the Eastern Conference, they are ranked 13th. In their last ten games, Buffalo has gone 6-4, and they have won two straight games as the favorite. Overall, the Sabres are 26-27-4, and they have 56 points, which has them in 6th place in the Atlantic Division.</p>

<p>As the underdog this year, Buffalo has a record of 13-18-3, and in their last three games, they are 2-1. In the Eastern Conference, the Sabres have gone 15-19, and they have been the underdog in 34 of their 57 games. On the year, Buffalo has been the favorite in 23 games, and they have a record of 13-9-1 in those contests.</p></p><p>Buffalo enters the game with a puck line record of 29-28 and their average scoring margin sits at -.1 goals per game. So far this year, the Sabres have been the underdog in 34 games, and their puck line record as the underdog is 22-12.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games at home, Buffalo's puck line record is 6-4, and they have an average scoring margin of -.2 goals per contest. So far this year, the team's puck line record at home is 12-17, and their puck line losing streak is at three games.</p> <p>This season, Buffalo's games have an average of 5.9 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.5. The Sabres come in with an over/under performance of 23-32-2.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Carolina has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>The Sabres come into the game scoring an average of 2.9 goals per game, putting them 21st in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 11th in the league. So far this year, the Sabres are 16-18 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 10-9 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's current leading scorer is JJ Peterka. This season, he has 19 goals, which puts him 61st in the NHL. Peterka also comes into the game with 18 assists.</p><p>Buffalo defense takes on the Hurricanes ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.9 shots per game against Buffalo. They also are 8th in shutouts, with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen comes into the game having made 30 starts this season. So far, his record is 16-14 and he has a save percentage of 0.776%.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 2/25/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Capitals and Kraken. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The Capitals are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Kraken. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Kraken winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+122)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Capitals Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes moved the Capitals to 32-10-5 this season. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit that number exactly, resulting in a push. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>After giving up the first goal, the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period, but that was all they could manage. The Hurricanes scored three unanswered goals to secure the win, including an empty-netter with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Washington's offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime followed with his 2nd goal. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were hindered by 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Washington's goals came in the first period, with Duhaime scoring at 19:49. Nic Dowd recorded his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin's goal.</p><p>Washington's defense allowed the first goal just 5:59 into the first period and then gave up three more after taking a 2-1 lead, including two in the second and an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the Capitals' defense struggled with just 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Can the Kraken Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Kraken fell to 21-24-3 after a 2-0 road loss to the Bruins. Seattle, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 2.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with the Kraken unable to find the net. Seattle’s offense struggled, managing only 23 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>Seattle's offense was held scoreless in their 2-0 loss to Boston, despite putting 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game.</p> <p>After a 2-0 first period, the Kraken were unable to find the net in the second and third periods. None of their players scored in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals in the first period, including a power-play goal at the 10:03 mark. However, they settled in after that, not allowing another goal for the rest of the game. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense contributed 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

Washington Capitals vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>The forecast for Tuesday's Blue Jays vs. Giants interleague matchup calls for partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-60s. First pitch from Oracle Park is set for 9:45 PM ET. NBCS will be televising this one.</p>

<p>On the money line, the Giants are favored at -126, while the Blue Jays sit at +107. The over/under line is currently 8 runs. Blake Snell will be starting for the Giants, and the Blue Jays are sending Yusei Kikuchi to the mound. Toronto is 41-49, and the Giants are 44-47. The Giants are 4th in the NL West, while the Blue Jays are 5th in the AL East.</p><h3>TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Blue Jays Moneyline +107</p><p>This game will be played at Oracle Park at 9:45 ET on Tuesday, July 9th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BLUE JAYS VS GIANTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Blue Jays winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Blue Jays 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>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>The Blue Jays's offense was carried by George Springer in their most recent game vs. the Mariners, a 5-4 win. Springer went only 1/5, but his one hit was a home run, and he drove in three runs. The Blue Jays really broke things open with a three-run 7th inning. Toronto was the +126 underdog going into this road game.</p>

<p>José Berríos got the start for the Blue Jays, going six innings and giving up four earned runs on seven hits. He also issued a costly walk and took the loss. The Blue Jays bullpen was excellent, though, as they didn't give up a run after Berríos exited the game.</p><p>Toronto is 41-49 overall, putting them 5th in the AL East, and they trail the Orioles by 16 games for the division lead. The Blue Jays are 12-16 against other AL East teams this year. The Blue Jays have won two straight games, and they are 4-6 across their last 10.</p>

<p>As the road team today, the Blue Jays are 20-25 this season compared to 21-24 at home. Toronto has struggled as the underdog this year, going 11-29, but they have won two straight as the underdog. The Blue Jays' overall series record is 10-13-6, and they won their most recent series vs. the Mariners.</p><p>When the Blue Jays are on the road, they have been a solid team to bet on the run line. Their overall run line record is 42-48, but they have been much better on the road, going 27-18. They have covered the run line in six straight road games and are 19-21 as an underdog. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.2, while it is -3.9 in losing games.</p><p>The Blue Jays are on the road today, facing the San Francisco Giants. The over/under line for today's game is set at 8 runs, which is right around their season average of 8.6 runs per game. Toronto has a 43-44 over/under record on the season, and when the line has been set at 8 runs, they have gone over 14 times, under 10 times, and pushed once. The over has hit in two straight games for the Blue Jays.</p><p>Left-hander Yusei Kikuchi gets the start for the Blue Jays today as he faces the Giants on the road. Kikuchi has made 18 starts this season and has a record of 4-8 with an ERA of 4.12. Looking at his overall numbers, Kikuchi has a WHIP of 1.31 and opponents are batting .267 this season. He has made seven quality starts and is averaging 9.38 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Kikuchi finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had lost three straight starts.</p>
<p>Over the past seven games, George Springer has gone 7/23 with two home runs and six RBIs. This has helped him raise his batting average to .304 for the season. Spencer Horwitz is also swinging a hot bat right now, going 9/25 in his last seven games. Daulton Varsho is second on the team with 11 homers but is batting just .199 for the season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Blue Jays are averaging only 4 runs per game and are near the bottom of the league in both home runs and team batting average. They are also one of the league's worst teams in terms of isolated power and batting average on balls in play. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is having a great season, as he is batting .295 with 13 homers and 52 RBIs.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>The Giants will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Guardians with a 5-4 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 9th inning before the Guardians scored three runs in the bottom of the 9th. San Francisco was the +113 underdog on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>Hayden Birdsong had a good start for the Giants, going 4 2/3 innings and giving up just two earned runs, and striking out five. However, the Giants couldn't close things out, and Sean Hjelle took the loss out of the bullpen. The Giants also wasted a big game from Michael Conforto, who homered in the 2nd inning, going 3/4.</p><p>San Francisco is 44-47 overall this season, and they are 11.0 games behind the Dodgers in the NL West. The Giants are 15-14 against other teams in the NL West. The Giants lost the first two games of their series vs. the Guardians but won the final game.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants are 25-19 this season, and they are 19-28 on the road. So far, they have been good as the favorite, going 24-18, and they are 18-11 as the favorite at home. San Francisco has an overall series record of 15-12-2 this year.</p><p>When the Giants win, they do so by an average of 3.2 runs per game, but when they lose, they lose by an average of 3.6 runs per game. Their run line record is 46-45, with a slight negative run differential on the season. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road (26-21) than at home (20-24).</p><p>The San Francisco Giants are home today against the Toronto Blue Jays, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The Giants have a combined run average of 9.1 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 50-38. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 8-10-2. So far this season, 31.9% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 runs, and the over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Blake Snell gets the start for the Giants today and will be looking to pick up his first win of the season. So far, he is 0-3 with a 9.51 ERA. Snell's WHIP for the season is 1.94, and he has allowed a total of four home runs. In his six starts, Snell has pitched fewer than five innings in four of them. Most recently, he went 4 2/3 innings vs. the Yankees, giving up three earned runs, seven hits, and one homer. Snell has finished with a no-decision in three straight outings.</p><p>San Francisco's offense has been very consistent this season, averaging 4.4 runs per game both at home and on the road. Overall, they are 14th in the league in scoring. The Giants are also 12th in batting average and have the 9th on-base percentage in the league. So far, they have been a below-average power-hitting team, as their collective ISO of .144 is 18th in the league.</p>

<p>Heliot Ramos and Matt Chapman have been swinging hot bats for the Giants of late, with Ramos hitting .351 over his last nine games and Chapman batting .324 over that same stretch. Both players have also hit three homers in this stretch. Ramos and Chapman are also tied for the team lead in homers, with 12 apiece. Michael Conforto is also tied for 2nd on the team in homers and is on a three-game hitting streak.</p>

Toronto Blue Jays vs San Francisco Giants Betting Pick & Prediction 7/9/24

<p>The Tritons and Gauchos are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Gauchos will host the game at The Thunderdome in Santa Barbara, CA. The odds for this Big West conference game currently have the Gauchos as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA-SAN DIEGO TRITONS VS UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Santa Barbara Gauchos -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Thunderdome at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-58 in favor of the Gauchos.</li><li>Not only will UC Santa Barbara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tritons Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>The Tritons of California-San Diego are getting ready for their 14th game of the season, currently holding a 7-6 record. In road games, they have gone 1-4, while at home they are 4-2. Heading into today's game, California-San Diego holds a 7-4 ATS record. Over their last five games, the team has gone 3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>California-San Diego comes in with an over/under record of 3-7-1 through 13 games, with their games averaging a combined 139.8 points per game so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Tritons' games have averaged 141 points per game, along with an over/under record of 1-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Tritons' offense tallied 76 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 76.5 points per game. In terms of offense, the Tritons have a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, putting them 225th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 248th in percentage and 70th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Tritons' defense is ranked 88th in the country at 67.8 points per contest. The California-San Diego defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 64 points and allowed Bakersfield to connect on 6 threes.</p><h3>Will the Gauchos Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>UC Santa Barbara comes into today's game with a 7-5 record, having just lost to UC Riverside (79-77). So far this season, all of the Gauchos' games have been on the road. UC Santa Barbara has a subpar ATS performance, sitting below .500 with a 3-6-1 ATS record. In their last five games, the team is 2-2 ATS.</p><p>Through 12 games, UC Santa Barbara has an over/under record of 5-5-0 with their games averaging a combined 149.5 points per game so far. When looking at the Gauchos' last three games, their over/under record is 2-1, with their games averaging 155 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the UC Santa Barbara offense ended with 77 points against UC Riverside. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.3% and made 3 threes. Ajay Mitchell is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 20.9 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Yohan Traore brings a PPG average of 16.2 into the game.</p><p>The Gauchos' defense is presently ranked 217th nationally, allowing an average of 75.1 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.7 threes per game vs. California-San Diego. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.2%.</p>

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