<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Black Bears game? Catch the action at Memorial Gymnasium (ME) in Orono, ME, as the Black Bears hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. Bryant is favored by -2.5 in this America East conference contest against Maine. The game's over/under currently sits at 144.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS MAINE BLACK BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maine Black Bears +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (ME) at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MAINE BLACK BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-66 in favor of the Black Bears.</li><li>Not only will Maine pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulldogs Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>After a win over UMBC, Bryant is 14-8 overall and 6-1 in America East games. The Bulldogs have been favored in nine of their 22 games, going 7-2 in those contests. So far, Bryant has gone 8-6 on the road, and they are currently on a four-game winning streak away from home.</p>

<p>On average this season, the Bulldogs have been outscored by 1.5 points per game on the road. Over their last 10 games away from home, they have gone 7-3.</p><p>When looking at Bryant's ATS record this season, they are currently 12-8. In their 20 games as the favorite, they have gone 6-3 vs. the spread. On the road, the Bulldogs have an ATS mark of 9-5 this year and over their last 3 road games, they are 3-0 ATS.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 144.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Bryant's games this year (151.2). So far, 14 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 147 points.</p><p>The Bryant offense is coming off a game where they scored 99 points against UMBC. They posted a field goal percentage of 55.4% and connected on 11 threes. Sherif Gross-Bullock is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 19.5 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Earl Timberlake brings a PPG average of 13.8 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Bulldogs' defense is nationally ranked 249th, allowing 75.7 points per game. Bryant's three-point defense is currently 78th in the country at 6.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 38.2% of their shots vs. Bryant.</p><h3>Will the Black Bears Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Black Bears will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak when they take on Bryant on Wednesday. So far this season, Maine has gone 10-12, including a 2-5 mark in America East play. At home, the team is 3-3, while they are 6-9 on the road.</p>

<p>For the year, the Black Bears have been the underdog in seven of their 22 games, going just 1-6 in those contests. Their average scoring differential at home is +3.3, compared to -3.5 on the road. In their most recent game, Maine fell to Massachusetts-Lowell, 76-62.</p><p>As the underdog, Maine has gone 2-5 against the spread this season and they are 10-11 overall vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 3-3 this year and they are 4-5 ATS in their last 10 home games.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Maine games sits at 9-12. So far, the average scoring total in their games is 133 points. Today's over/under line of 144.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (138.2). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 130 points.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 67.8 points per game, Maine struggled in their previous game. Against Massachusetts-Lowell, the Black Bears scored 62 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.6%. Peter Filipovity is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 13.3. Meanwhile, Kellen Tynes also brings a PPG average of 13.4 into the game.</p><p>So far this season, the Maine defense has been performing well, ranking 64th in the country at 66.9 points allowed per contest. Maine's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Massachusetts-Lowell offense to knock down 51% of their shots on their way to putting up 76 points.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Maine Black Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>Betting on today's Dolphins and Big Green game? Catch the action at Edward Leede Arena in Hanover, NH, as the Big Green hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Dartmouth is favored by -4.5 against Le Moyne in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LE MOYNE DOLPHINS VS DARTMOUTH BIG GREEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dartmouth Big Green -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Edward Leede Arena at 11:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DARTMOUTH BIG GREEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Big Green.</li><li>Not only will Dartmouth pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Dolphins Find a Way to Win in Hanover?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Le Moyne fell to 2-8 on the season after a 72-62 loss to Binghamton on Saturday, December 7th. The Dolphins, who were -2 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, which was under the O/U line of 140.</p> <p>Le Moyne trailed 33-22 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 39. However, their comeback effort fell short.</p><p>Le Moyne's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.3%.</p> <p>Chris Walker was a bright spot, scoring 30 points on 10 of 14 shooting, including 6 of 8 from three-point range. Ocypher Owens added 12 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 6 of 10 from the field.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 24 of 60 attempts. The Dolphins allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Le Moyne held their opponent to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% success rate. The opposing team also went 11/15 from the free-throw line, shooting 73%. Le Moyne gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Big Green Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Dartmouth dropped to 3-6 on the season after a 92-83 road loss to UMass-Lowell on Saturday. The Big Green entered the game as +11 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 44-35 at halftime, Dartmouth allowed 57 points in the second half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 175, surpassing the O/U line of 154.</p><p>Dartmouth's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points with a 45.9% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59%, thanks in large part to their 47.2% shooting from beyond the arc, where they hit 17 of 36 attempts. They were also nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 10 of 11 shots for a 90.9% success rate.</p> <p>Connor Amundsen led the way with 28 points, hitting 6 of 8 three-pointers and adding 6 assists. Max Brooks was perfect from the field, going 12 for 12 and finishing with 26 points and 9 rebounds. Quinton Mincey also had a strong performance, scoring 20 points on 7 of 10 shooting, including 3 of 5 from deep, and contributing 6 assists.</p><p>Dartmouth's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 73% of their two-point shots, with 30 made baskets inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Dartmouth's opponents shot 33%, making 6 of 18 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 14 free throws.</p>

Le Moyne Dolphins vs Dartmouth Big Green NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Predators and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The Predators are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Central division matchup against the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Friday, October 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blackhawks winning this one 4-2.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+148)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is It the Predators Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>Nashville picked up their first win of the season, defeating the Bruins 4-0. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total set at 6 goals. Nashville is now 1-5-0 on the season.</p> 

<p>Four different Predators found the net in the win. Ryan O’Reilly opened the scoring at 2:44 in the first period with a power-play goal. Nashville’s defense held the Bruins scoreless, with Juuse Saros stopping all 33 shots he faced.</p><p>Nashville's offense fired 42 shots on goal in their 4-0 win over Boston. They had 20 giveaways but still managed to score four times, with each goal coming from a different player.</p> <p>Ryan O'Reilly netted his second goal of the season on a power play, while Luke Evangelista added his first, scoring on an empty net. Gustav Nyquist also found the net for the first time this season. Tommy Novak, who scored the second goal, now has three goals this year.</p><p>Defensively, the Predators will look to build on their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Bruins. Juuse Saros recorded 33 saves with a 100% save percentage. The Predators' defense also tallied 7 takeaways and 32 hits.</p><h3>Will the Blackhawks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 6-3 loss to the Canucks, the Blackhawks fell to 2-4-1 this season. Chicago’s defense struggled right from the start, allowing a goal just 21 seconds into the first period.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 5.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9. As the underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks failed to cover.</p><p>Chicago fired 34 shots on goal but only managed to score three times in their 6-3 loss to Vancouver. Ryan Donato netted his second goal of the season, while Taylor Hall added his second as well. Tyler Bertuzzi scored his third goal, which came on a power play in the third period.</p> <p>The Blackhawks had 19 giveaways and scored twice in the first period before adding their third goal with 5:56 remaining in the game. Seth Jones picked up his sixth assist of the season on Bertuzzi’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Blackhawks struggled early, giving up the first two goals and four total in the first period. They also allowed two more in the 3rd, leading to a 6-3 loss. Petr Mrazek made 24 saves with a save percentage of 80%, and the defense finished with 6 takeaways and 16 hits.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 10/25/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Paladins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Paladins are hosting the game at Timmons Arena in Greenview, SC. The over/under for this game is set at 151.5 points, and the Paladins are the home favorites against the Bulldogs in a Southern conference matchup.</p><h3>CITADEL BULLDOGS VS FURMAN PALADINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +10</p><p>This game will be played at Timmons Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Paladins.</li><li>Even though we have Furman winning straight-up, we like Citadel at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Citadel Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>After losing their last two games, Citadel will be looking to get back on track as they head to Furman to take on the Paladins. So far, the Bulldogs have gone 8-7 overall, including a 0-2 mark in Southern Conference play. On the road, Citadel is 2-4 this season, and they have gone 2-1 in their last three games away from home.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, the Bulldogs are 1-7 as the underdog, and they have gone 4-0 when they have been favored. On the year, Citadel has an average scoring margin of -0.8 points per game on the road, and their scoring differential at home is +1.2 points per game.</p><p>Against the spread, the Citadel Bulldogs have a record of 6-6 this season. As the underdog, their ATS mark is 3-5. On the road, they are 3-3 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs are 3-7.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Citadel games sits at 4-7-1. So far, their games have averaged 136.2 points compared to an average over/under line of 138.8. On the year, the average scoring total in their games is -2.6 points compared to the average over/under line. Today's over/under line of 151.5 is higher than 10 of their games this year. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-1 with an average scoring total of 158 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Citadel offense tallied 64 points in a matchup against Samford. Their field goal percentage for the game was 47.1%, and they made 8 threes. Elijah Morgan led the scoring for the Bulldogs, contributing 29 points. Additionally, Quentin Millora-Brown chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>Currently, the Bulldogs' defense holds the 81st rank in the nation, allowing 67.4 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Citadel's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 37.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 25.9% this season.</p><h3>Can Furman Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Through 15 games, Furman has a 6-9 overall record, including a 4-1 mark at home. They have lost two straight games and are 0-2 in Southern Conference play. On the road, the Paladins are 0-7 this season.</p>

<p>So far, Furman has been the favorite in five of their games, going 4-1 in those matchups. In their last game, the Paladins lost to Chattanooga by a score of 73-58.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Furman has gone 2-3 vs. the spread, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 5-5 ATS. At home this year, the Paladins are 2-3 vs. the spread, and over their last 10 home games, they are 3-4 ATS. Furman's overall ATS mark for the year is 4-8.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Furman is 8-4, and today's over/under line of 151.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 156.5. So far, five of their games have finished with less points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 143 points, and their over/under record over their last 10 games is 5-3.</p><p>The Furman offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 58 points versus Chattanooga. During the game, they attempted 33 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 27.5%. Leading Furman in scoring vs. Chattanooga was JP Pegues with his 16 points. Alex Williams also added 15 points for the Paladins.</p><p>At this time, the Paladins' defense is positioned 286th in the country, permitting 79.6 points per game. Furman's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Chattanooga offense to knock down 48% of their shots on their way to putting up 73 points.</p>

Citadel Bulldogs vs Furman Paladins Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Raiders and Wildcats face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, KS. Texas Tech come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -6 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS VS KANSAS STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats +6</p><p>This game will be played at Bramlage Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Kansas State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Red Raiders?</h3><p>Texas Tech's season record dropped to 11-4 after a narrow 85-84 loss to Iowa State on Saturday. The Red Raiders were -2.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>Texas Tech led 40-34 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring just 34. Defensive lapses in the second half were a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 45% of their threes (9/20). At the free-throw line, they connected on 79.2%, making 19 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, the Red Raiders grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Curtis Jones led the way with 26 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 42.9% from three. Christian Anderson was perfect from deep, hitting all 4 of his attempts, finishing with 18 points, along with Chance McMillian and JT Toppin, who also added 18 points.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense gave up 85 points, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. They managed to hold them to 41% on two-point attempts, where they went 19/46.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas Tech allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they hit 19 free throws, good for 79%. Texas Tech gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas State’s season record dropped to 7-8 after an 87-57 home loss to Houston on Saturday. The Wildcats entered the game as +10.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 46-24 at halftime, Kansas State struggled to close the gap in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 144 exceeded the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>Kansas State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points while shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.1%, with a 40% mark from three-point range, hitting 10 of 25 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on only 40.9% of their shots, going 9 for 22.</p> <p>Brendan Hausen and Emanuel Sharp led the Wildcats with 15 points each, with Hausen hitting 5 threes on 11 attempts. Sharp shot 62.5% overall and 50% from deep. Kansas State managed just 2 offensive rebounds, but dished out 16 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's defensive efforts, they gave up 87 points while holding their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed 19 field goals on 47 attempts, including 9 two-pointers on 22 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense saw their opponent hit 10 threes on 25 attempts, also at a 40% rate. The Wildcats sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 64%. Kansas State limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 2.</p>

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Kansas State Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Penguins and Sabres face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sabres are hosting the game at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Sabres being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>The Sabres enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Pittsburgh Stun the Crowd at KeyBank Center?</h3><p>The Penguins moved closer to .500 with a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, improving to 18-20-8. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line, with the total of 4 goals falling short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p>

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, and Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the victory. The Penguins’ defense held Montreal scoreless until the third period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby netted two goals for the Penguins, bringing his season total to 5. He opened the scoring at 4:03 in the first period and added another on a power play at 1:20 in the second. Blake Lizotte sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the season, at 19:15 in the third period.</p> <p>The Penguins fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Lars Eller picked up his 3rd assist on Lizotte’s empty-net goal, while Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson were credited with assists on Crosby’s power-play goal, giving them 3 and 7 assists this season, respectively.</p><p>Alex Nedeljkovic stopped 25 shots with a 96.2% save percentage, helping the Penguins to a 3-1 win over the Canadiens. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 of the 3rd period.</p><h3>Will the Sabres Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Buffalo fell to 17-22-5 with a 2-1 road loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell well short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> <p>Buffalo took the lead with a short-handed goal from Alex Tuch in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second. The Sabres’ offense couldn’t add to their early lead, despite putting 32 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. Alex Tuch, with his 5th goal of the season, found the net on a shorthanded effort at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to score again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and recorded no assists. They were shut out in both the second and third periods after Tuch’s early goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense struggled in the second period, giving up two goals to Detroit, both on the power play. However, they tightened up in the third, not allowing any goals. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>The Thundering Herd and Dukes are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dukes will host the game at Atlantic Union Bank Center in Harrisonburg, VA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143 points, and James Madison is favored by -6 to win at home against Marshall.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS JAMES MADISON DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: James Madison Dukes -6</p><p>This game will be played at Atlantic Union Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JAMES MADISON DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will James Madison pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thundering Herd Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Marshall moved to 8-8 on the season with an 81-69 home win over Georgia Southern on Saturday. The Thundering Herd were -8.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the 12-point victory.</p> <p>Marshall led 45-35 at halftime and outscored the Eagles 36-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 fell just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Marshall's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50% field goal percentage. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and their effective field goal percentage was 59.3%. The Thundering Herd also pulled down 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists.</p> <p>Nakavieon White led the way with 22 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Mikal Dawson added 21 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Nate Martin was nearly perfect, shooting 6 of 7 and grabbing 13 rebounds, and Dezayne Mingo contributed 17 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Marshall's defense struggled, giving up 69 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they conceded 60% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marshall's defense allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they hit 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Dukes Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 7-8 on the season after an 86-66 road loss to Appalachian State on Saturday. Entering the game as +1 underdogs, they not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, exceeding the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>James Madison found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 49-30 at halftime. Although they scored 36 points in the second half, they couldn’t close the gap, as Appalachian State added 37 points after the break.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>CJ Huntley and Myles Tate each scored 21 points, with Huntley hitting 4 of 6 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. The Dukes grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and shot 77.8% from the free-throw line.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 53% from the field. The Dukes allowed 18 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison's defense gave up 10 threes on 17 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 58%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

Marshall Thundering Herd vs James Madison Dukes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Spartans versus the Gamecocks? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149 points, and South Carolina is favored by -26.5 at home against USC Upstate.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Spartans Defense Show Up in Columbia?</h3><p>USC Upstate picked up their first win of the season, defeating Western Carolina 74-68 on Saturday. The Spartans, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only got the win but also covered the spread. Their record now stands at 1-8.</p> <p>USC Upstate turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Catamounts 43-31 after trailing 37-31 at halftime. The total points for the game were 142, falling short of the 161.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 4 of 16 threes (25%). Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, and they shot 63.6% from the free-throw line, making 14 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>Brit Harris led the way with 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the field. Bernard Pelote, Cord Stansberry, and Carmelo Adkins each added 14 points, with Adkins and Pelote hitting 62.5% of their shots. Karmani Gregory contributed 11 points and 6 assists, despite shooting 30.8% overall and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field, hitting 24 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 57% shooting, as the other team made 15 of their 26 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, USC Upstate's opponents shot 32%, connecting on 9 of 28 attempts. The Spartans also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 11, shooting 68%. USC Upstate allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Gamecocks Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>South Carolina Gamecocks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina improved to 6-3 on the season with a 75-68 home win over East Carolina on Saturday, December 7th. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, the Gamecocks didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-27 at halftime, South Carolina turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while holding East Carolina to 36 points.</p><p>South Carolina's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 75 points with a 54% field goal percentage. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 23 threes for a 52.2% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 66%.</p> <p>Jamarii Thomas led the way with 22 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes and adding 7 assists. Collin Murray-Boyles was perfect from the field, going 10 for 10 and finishing with 20 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>South Carolina's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 68 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Gamecocks allowed their opponent to connect on 15 of 27 two-point attempts, good for 55%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooting, as they allowed 12 threes on 23 attempts, a 52% clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 9.</p>

USC Upstate Spartans vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>There is a chance for light rain in Atlanta on Friday, where the Braves and Royals will face off at Truist Park. The forecasted temperature is 72 degrees. First pitch is currently scheduled for 7:20 PM ET.</p>

<p>Max Fried and the Braves are on a three-game winning streak, and they are the heavy favorites on the money line, with odds of -196. The Royals, who are 85-74, will start Brady Singer. Kansas City is +164 on the money line, and their three-game winning streak has them 2nd in the AL Central. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs, and BSKC will be televising the game.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 7.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Friday, September 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Royals 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>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>To close out their series vs. the Nationals, the Royals picked up a 7-4 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -177. Offensively, the Royals scored their seven runs on eight hits and only hit one home run. It was a big 3rd inning for the Royals, as they scored three runs in the inning, and added another three runs in the 9th to close things out.</p>

<p>Michael Wacha got the start for the Royals, going five innings and giving up three earned runs on five hits. He only had two strikeouts in the outing and took the loss. The Royals's offense was carried by Hunter Renfroe, who went 1/3 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Kansas City is seven games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead as they are 85-74 overall. The Royals have been good against other teams in the AL Central, putting together a record of 33-19. They come into today's game having won three straight games, and they closed out their series vs. the Nationals with three straight wins.</p>

<p>As the road team today, the Royals are 40-38 this season, and they are 45-36 at home. As the underdog, the Royals are 35-43 this season compared to 50-31 as the favorite. Their overall series record is 23-26-2, and they have won two straight series on the road.</p><p>When the Royals are on the road, they have a run line record of 44-34, covering the run line in two straight games. They have a run line record of 46-32 as the underdog and 41-40 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is 4.0, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.3.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals have played in 130 games this season with an over/under line higher than 7.5 runs, which is 81.8% of their games. Their games have averaged 8.6 runs per game, and their over/under record for the season is 69-85. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs, their record is 4-15. The average over/under line for their games this season has been 8 runs per game.</p><p>Brady Singer is looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Giants, as he gets the start for the Royals today. Against the Giants, he gave up six earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. Singer ended up taking the loss in that game. Looking back over his last four outings, he has given up at least two home runs in three of those starts. Singer's ERA for the season is 3.73, along with a record of 9-12. Out of his 31 starts, he has turned in 12 quality starts and is averaging 8.55 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>So far this season, the Royals are averaging 4.6 runs per game (13th) and have been a better offensive team at home, where they are averaging 4.8 runs per game. Overall, they are batting .250 as a team, which is 7th in the league, and have the 2nd fewest strikeouts in the MLB. Kansas City's team on-base percentage and OPS are both right around league average.</p>

<p>Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. have been the team's top two power threats this season, with Witt Jr. leading the team with 32 homers and Perez right behind him with 27. Witt Jr. has also been one of the team's top hitters of late, going 9/25 in his last seven games. Perez is currently on a three-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Mets, the Braves closed out the series with a 5-1 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -145. Offensively, the Braves scored their five runs on json0 hits and only hit two home runs.</p>

<p>Spencer Schwellenbach put together a good start for the Braves, going seven innings and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. Atlanta's offense was carried by Michael Harris II, who went 3/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>With an overall record of 86-71, the Braves are seven games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. Atlanta will host the Royals today with a three-game winning streak, and they closed out their series vs. the Mets with a win. So far this year, they are 27-23 in the division.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 43-33 this year, and they are 43-38 on the road. As the favorite, the Braves have gone 73-53 and 41-29 when favored at home. Atlanta's overall series record is 29-17-7, and they have won three straight series overall and two straight series on the road.</p><p>When the Braves win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.8 runs per game. That's a big reason why they're 75-82 on the run line this season. They've been a better bet on the run line on the road, going 43-38, compared to 32-44 at home. They've been favored in 126 games this season, going 57-69 on the run line. They've been an underdog in 31 games, going 18-13 on the run line.</p><p>When the Atlanta Braves are at home, the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. The combined run average in their games this season is 8.2 runs per game. The Braves have an over/under record of 58-93 on the season, and their games have averaged an over/under line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, their over/under record is 13-20. In 73.2% of their games this season, the over/under line has been set higher than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Max Fried is looking to build off his last outing, where he gave up just one earned run and picked up the win. In that start vs. the Marlins, he went six innings. Fried has made 28 starts this year and has a record of 10-10. His ERA is 3.42, along with a WHIP of 1.20. This year, opponents are batting .227 vs. Fried. The left-hander has turned in 15 quality starts, two complete games, and one shutout. Per nine innings, Fried is averaging 8.53 strikeouts and 2.99 walks.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna and Matt Olson have been the Braves' top power threats this season, as Ozuna leads the team with 39 homers (5th in the league) and Olson is 2nd on the team with 29 homers. Ozuna also comes into the game with a team-high 102 RBIs, which is 9th in the league. Ozuna has been on a tear of late, as he is currently on a seven-game hitting streak and has gone deep five times in his last eight games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Braves are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. Overall, the Braves are 4th in the league in home runs and have the league's 5th best isolated power mark.</p>

Kansas City Royals vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 9/27/24

<p>At 9:30 ET, the 3rd place Grizzlies (-131) will travel to San Antonio to take on the 12th place Spurs (+110). The over/under line is set at 239.</p>

<p>ESPN will televise this divisional matchup between the Southwest's 2nd place Grizzlies and the 4th place Spurs. The Frost Bank Center is the site for tonight's game.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -2</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 9:30 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 148-131 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.0% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Grizzlies Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 129-115 win over the Spurs on Wednesday, the Grizzlies improved to 26-15 this season. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 244 points went over the line of 239.5.</p> <p>After the Spurs’ 10-0 run in the 2nd quarter, Memphis responded by outscoring San Antonio 43-25 in the 3rd quarter and pulled away in the 4th, winning the final period 35-27.</p><p>Ja Morant and Desmond Bane each scored 21 points in the Grizzlies' 129-115 win over the Spurs, with Morant adding 12 assists and shooting 69.2% from the field. Santi Aldama contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 60% of his shots.</p> <p>Memphis made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from deep and 49.5% overall. Jaren Jackson scored 14 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Luke Kennard added 9 of his 15 points in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies gave up 115 points to the Spurs but managed to secure the win. They allowed 30 points in the 1st quarter and 33 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 25 points. In the 4th, they allowed 27 points. Overall, the Spurs shot 44% from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies held the Spurs to 16 made threes on 37% shooting from deep. San Antonio went to the line 27 times, making 19 free throws. Memphis grabbed 38 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Does San Antonio Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Spurs fell to 19-20 on the season after a 129-115 loss to the Grizzlies on Wednesday. San Antonio was +2.5 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 244.5, exceeding the O/U line of 239.5.</p> <p>San Antonio went on a 10-0 run early, but Memphis took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Spurs 43-25. The Spurs entered the 4th quarter down 94-88 but were outscored 35-27 in the final period.</p><p>Stephon Castle led the Spurs with 26 points in their 129-115 loss to the Grizzlies, scoring 15 in the 4th quarter. Devin Vassell added 21 points, including 9 in the 2nd quarter, and Keldon Johnson contributed 17, with 9 coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>The Spurs hit 16 threes at a 37.2% rate, while shooting 44.9% overall. Castle struggled from deep, making just 2 threes at 22.2%, but Vassell connected on 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, the Spurs couldn’t hold off the Grizzlies, giving up 43 points in the 3rd and 35 in the 4th, leading to a 129-115 loss. San Antonio allowed Memphis to shoot 49% from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Spurs sent Memphis to the line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws. San Antonio finished with 5 steals and 11 blocks.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncos and Lobos. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Lobos at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have New Mexico as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151 points.</p><h3>BOISE STATE BRONCOS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico Lobos -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 11:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO LOBOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Albuquerque Possible for the Broncos?</h3><p>Boise State improved to 12-5 on the season with a dominant 96-55 home win over Wyoming on Tuesday. The Broncos, who were favored by 13.5 points, easily covered the spread. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 132.5.</p> <p>Boise State took control early, leading 50-21 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 46 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Boise State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points while shooting 58.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71.7%, thanks in part to hitting 50% of their threes (13/26) and 66.7% of their twos (18/27).</p> <p>Andrew Meadow and Julian Bowie both shot 71.4% from the floor, with Bowie knocking down 5 of 6 from deep. Alvaro Cardenas was perfect from the field and beyond the arc, finishing 4/4 overall and 2/2 from three, while also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Boise State's defensive effort, they allowed 55 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 58% from the field. Boise State struggled to contain their opponents inside, giving up 66% shooting on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boise State's defense allowed 13 threes on 26 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. The opposing team also went 21/28 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their foul shots. Boise State gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can New Mexico Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Lobos dropped to 13-4 on the season after a narrow 71-70 road loss to San Jose State on Tuesday. New Mexico, who entered the game as 10-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>New Mexico led 35-31 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 35. The combined points of 141 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Mexico's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 15 three-point attempts for a 20% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.4%. Their two-point shooting was more respectable at 47.1%.</p> <p>Nelly Junior Joseph led the Lobos with 20 points, shooting 70% from the field in just 20 minutes of play. Robert Vaihola added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Donovan Dent contributed 17 points and 5 assists. Will McClendon was the team's best three-point shooter, hitting 4 of 7 attempts for a 57.1% success rate.</p><p>New Mexico's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>The Lobos held their opponent to 41% shooting on two-pointers (18/43), but they shot 45% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 22 attempts. New Mexico also sent them to the line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws (62%).</p>

Boise State Broncos vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the New York Knicks (-2063) will host the Detroit Pistons (+1004) at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks are favored by 16.5 points and the over/under is set at 207.</p>

<p>Currently, the Pistons are on a six-game losing streak and have a record of 12-59. They are 15th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. As for the Knicks, they are 42-28 and 4th in the East. In this Eastern Conference matchup, MSG will be the host and the game can be seen on MSG.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Monday, March 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 106-105 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with Jalen Brunson points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Detroit Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Pistons have lost six straight games and are 12-59 this season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 15th place and are 5th in the Central Division.</p>

<p>Detroit's ATS record for the season is 35-35, and they have covered the spread in their last two games as the underdog. On the road, they are 17-16 ATS compared to 18-19 ATS at home.</p>

<p>This season, the Pistons have been the underdog in all but three of their games. As the underdog, they have a record of 9-55 straight-up and 32-31 ATS. Today, they are getting 16.5 points.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Pistons lost to the Pelicans by a score of 114-101. The O/U line for that game was 217.5, and Detroit covered the spread as 14.5-point underdogs.</p>

<p>This season, the average combined scoring total for the Pistons' games is 231.4 points. Today's O/U line is set at 207, and Detroit has a season record of 35-35-1 on the over/under.</p><p>The Pistons are 20th in the NBA in scoring on the road this season, averaging 112.2 points per game. Overall, they are 24th in the league at 111.3 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Detroit is 29th in the NBA, making just 11.1 threes per game. They are also 25th in three-point shooting percentage (35%).</p>

<p>So far this season, the Pistons have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 29.6% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 20th in the league at 46%.</p><p>Currently, the Pistons' defense holds the 26th rank in the NBA, allowing 120.1 points per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Pistons are forcing 14.9 per game, which is 30th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 21st in blocked shots at 4.8 per game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored New York?</h3><p>In their last three games, the Knicks have covered the spread and are favored by 16.5 points today. Their ATS record at home is 19-17, and they have covered the spread in their last two home games.</p>

<p>When favored this season, the Knicks have a record of 30-9 and have gone 38-31 against the spread overall. In their games as the favorite, they have an average scoring margin of +9.7 points per game.</p>

<p>New York's most recent win came against the Nets, with a final score of 105-93. The O/U line for that game was 204.5, and the Knicks were favored by 7.5 points.</p>

<p>This season, the Knicks have an O/U record of 25-44-1, and their games have averaged 219.5 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 207, with most of their games having higher over/under lines.</p>

<p>Overall, the Knicks are 42-28 this season, which is good for 4th place in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 28-15 and 9-5 against division opponents.</p><p>At home, the Knicks are averaging 110.3 points per game, which is 26th in the NBA. Overall, they are 23rd in scoring at 111.8 points per game. In terms of three-point shooting, the Knicks are 18th in the league at 36%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Knicks have scored below the NBA scoring average in 60% of their games. In terms of pace, they are last in the league at 94.7 possessions per game. In terms of two-point shooting, the Knicks are 24th in the league at 52%.</p>

<p>Coming into tonight's game, the Knicks have made an average of 13 three-pointers per game, which is 13th in the NBA. In terms of assists, the Knicks are 29th in the league at 23.9 per game.</p><p>New York's defense has been playing well, ranking 2nd in the NBA with 107.8 points allowed per game. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Knicks defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 53.7% while allowing 36.3% from downtown.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 3/25/24

<p>Betting on today's Islanders and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Islanders.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, October 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Devils picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Islanders (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does New York Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Islanders dropped to 2-2-2 after a 1-0 road loss to the Red Wings. New York entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 1 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>New York’s defense held Detroit to just 11 shots, but their offense couldn’t find the net. The Red Wings scored the game’s only goal at 11:06 in the first period.</p><p>The Islanders fired 30 shots on goal but came up empty in a 1-0 loss to Detroit. They had 16 giveaways and were shut out for the first time this season.</p> <p>New York was held scoreless through all three periods, including the first, when the Red Wings netted the game's only goal. The Islanders are now 2-2-2 after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders gave up just one goal to the Red Wings, which came at 8:54 in the first period. Ilya Sorokin recorded 10 saves with a 90.9% save percentage. The Islanders' defense also had 5 takeaways, 13 hits, and 9 blocks.</p><h3>Will New Jersey Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-3 loss to the Red Wings, the Devils are now 5-4-1 this season. New Jersey was favored on the puck line and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 8 goals going over.</p> 

<p>The Devils took an early lead with a goal at 12:11 in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with five unanswered goals. Nico Hischier scored twice for New Jersey, and Erik Haula added a goal in the second period.</p><p>Nico Hischier netted two goals, bringing his season total to 8, while Erik Haula added his 3rd goal of the year. The Devils fired 40 shots on goal, with Hischier taking 8 of those shots. All three of their goals came on power plays.</p> <p>The Devils recorded 9 giveaways and 5 assists. Erik Haula’s goal tied the game at 2-2 in the second period, and Hischier’s second goal leveled the score at 3-3 in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils gave up five goals on 19 shots from the Red Wings. Goalie Jacob Markstrom posted a 78.9% save percentage on 15 saves. New Jersey's defense also recorded 37 hits and 12 takeaways. After tying the game at 3-3 in the 3rd period, the Devils allowed two late goals, including one at 16:28 and an empty-netter at 19:48.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Matadors and Titans game? Catch the action at Titan Gym in Fullerton, CA, as the Titans hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. CSUN is favored by -4.5 in this Big West conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142.5 points.</p><h3>CSUN MATADORS VS CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal State Fullerton Titans +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Titan Gym at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Titans.</li><li>Not only will Cal State Fullerton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</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>Will CSUN Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>CSUN Matadors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>CSUN improved to 7-4 on the season after a dominant 81-57 win over Chicago State on Saturday, December 21st. The Matadors, who were -20.5 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 25-22 at halftime, CSUN turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 59 points while holding Chicago State to 32.</p><p>CSUN put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field and 46.3% in effective field goal percentage. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but were strong at the free-throw line, connecting on 19 of 21 for 90.5%.</p> <p>The Matadors dished out 21 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Scotty Washington led the team with 19 points despite shooting 30.8% overall and 16.7% from three. Mahmoud Fofana added 17 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Matthew Robinson Jr. and Saxby Sunderland each contributed 14 points.</p><p>CSUN Matadors gave up 57 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 29 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, the Matadors allowed 25 of 49 shooting, which is 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Matadors held their opponents to 4 of 18 shooting, or 22%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they hit 19, or 90%. CSUN allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Titans Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Cal State Fullerton Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Titans dropped to 3-9 on the season after a 73-69 home loss to Wyoming on Sunday. Fullerton entered the game as +4 underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread. The combined points of 142 went over the pre-game total of 130.5.</p> 

<p>Fullerton trailed 39-29 at halftime but outscored Wyoming 40-34 in the second half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-20, and hit 78.6% from the free-throw line, making 11 of 14 attempts. The Titans grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Kobe Newton led the way with 20 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Donovan Oday added 18 points, while Obi Agbim contributed 16 points despite struggling from three, hitting just 2 of 9 attempts. Touko Tainamo was efficient inside, shooting 5 of 6 from the field, and Zachary Visentin was perfect, going 5-for-5 in just 13 minutes of action.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's defense gave up 73 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field on 25 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Titans allowed 17 of 34 shooting, a 50% rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents hit 8 of 20, shooting 40%. Cal State Fullerton also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Titans gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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Horse race betting can be traced all the way back to the 1600s in Great Britain, and the actual sport of horse racing goes back even further. With the growth and popularity of legal sports betting, some people have forgotten about betting on horse races.

That is a pretty big mistake, as this is always going to be a sport that comes with some great betting opportunities. The Triple Crown races in the United States are the biggest draw, but there are horse races that take place throughout the year in all parts of the world.

Horse race betting is a bit different than betting on other sports, especially when it comes to the betting options that are available. This article will help you understand how to bet horse racing, and also the best horse racing betting sites &amp; sportsbooks that are out there.

If you have never given horse race betting a try in the past, it’s never a bad time to really start to get things going.
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Choosing the right sportsbook to use when betting on sports betting is going to be as important as knowing how to bet on the sport. Even though some sportsbooks are going to focus on traditional sports betting more, the best sportsbooks are going to have some great online horse race betting options as well.

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<p>Betting on today's Sooners and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Georgia is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Oklahoma.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA SOONERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia winning straight-up, we like Oklahoma at +4.5.</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>Does Oklahoma Have A Chance at Stegeman Coliseum?</h3><p>Oklahoma's season record dropped to 13-2 after a narrow 80-78 loss to Texas A&M on Wednesday. The Sooners, who were -2.5 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 158, surpassing the over/under line of 147.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 39 themselves, leading to the loss.</p><p>Oklahoma's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 78 points with a field goal percentage of 54.3%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.6%, thanks in large part to their 58.3% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 24 attempts. They also connected on 82.4% of their free throws, going 14 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Brycen Goodine and Zhuric Phelps both scored 34 points, with Goodine hitting 9 of 11 threes at an 81.8% clip, while shooting 71.4% overall. Phelps made 6 of 10 from deep, shooting 44.0% overall. Oklahoma finished with 21 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals, with the opposing team hitting 11 of 22 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oklahoma's defense allowed 14 threes on 24 attempts, a 58% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 82%. Oklahoma gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Georgia improved to 13-2 on the season with an 82-69 win over Kentucky on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game came in just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Georgia took control early, leading 47-34 at halftime. In the second half, both teams scored 35 points, allowing Georgia to maintain their lead and secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, Georgia's offense put up 82 points, shooting 41.8% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc. They connected on 16 of 31 two-point attempts, good for 51.6%, and hit 29 of 38 free throws, shooting 76.3% from the line.</p> <p>Lamont Butler led the way with 20 points, shooting 57.1% overall. Asa Newell added 17 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 40% from three-point range. Blue Cain also contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 40% from the field.</p><p>Georgia's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team went 16 for 31 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia held their opponents to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws for 76%. Georgia allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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<p>Betting on today's Hurricanes and Blue Jackets game? Catch the action at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Blue Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes come into this Metropolitan division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Blue Jackets to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+195)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for Carolina as Away Favorites</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes improved to 14-5-0. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>Carolina jumped out to a 1-0 lead, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes tied it up early in the second and added two more goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the way for Carolina with two goals, bringing his season total to three. Martin Necas added his sixth goal of the year and picked up two assists, now with 12 assists on the season. Andrei Svechnikov scored his sixth goal, finding the net on an empty net with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Hurricanes fired 45 shots on goal but were held scoreless on the power play. They scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added an empty-netter in the third. Carolina had 14 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Carolina's defense gave up two late goals in the first period, but they tightened up after that, not allowing another goal. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the Hurricanes' defense had 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Columbus dropped to 8-9-2 after a 7-2 road loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Columbus struggled right from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson scored the Blue Jackets' first goal at 19:11 in the second period, but the Capitals had already scored 6 by then.</p><p>Columbus managed 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson opened the scoring for the Blue Jackets with his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd goal.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 offensive giveaways and scored both of their goals in the second period. Adam Fantilli picked up his 4th assist on Severson’s goal, and Sean Monahan earned his 5th assist on Labanc’s tally.</p><p>Columbus's defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period. After closing the gap to 6-2 in the second, they allowed another goal late in the third. Goalie Daniil Tarasov finished with a 68.2% save percentage on 15 saves.</p>

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