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<p>Planning on watching today's Runnin' Utes and Hawkeyes game? Catch the action at Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, SD, as the Hawkeyes hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 164 points, and Iowa is favored by -1 at home against Utah.</p><h3>UTAH RUNNIN' UTES VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -1</p><p>This game will be played at Sanford Pentagon at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Runnin' Utes Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Utah Runnin' Utes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Utah improved to 8-2 on the season with an 89-59 home win over Florida A&M on Tuesday. The Utes were heavy favorites at -32 going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Utah took control early, leading 50-31 at halftime. They added 39 points in the 2nd half while holding Florida A&M to 28 points.</p><p>Utah's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points while shooting 54.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.5%, thanks in large part to their 69.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 37.9% of their shots, connecting on 11 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Despite their shooting success, the Utes struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 41.7% of their attempts. They dished out 25 assists, with Mason Madsen and Mike Sharavjamts each contributing 15 points. Sharavjamts was particularly efficient, shooting 85.7% from the field and 75% from three-point range in just 17 minutes of action.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up 59 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field, including 69% on two-point attempts (23/33). From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 11 of 29 threes, good for 37%.</p> <p>Despite sending their opponent to the line 24 times, Utah caught a break as they only made 10 free throws, shooting 41%. The Utes also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Iowa Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Hawkeyes improved to 8-3 on the season after a dominant 104-57 win over New Orleans on Sunday. Iowa, who were -30.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 161 fell just short of the 162.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Iowa jumped out to a 57-29 lead by halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Privateers 47-28.</p><p>Iowa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 62.7% (42/67). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.1%, thanks to 73.7% shooting on two-pointers (28/38) and 48.3% from beyond the arc (14/29).</p> <p>James White led the way with 24 points, while Owen Freeman added 22 on 10/12 shooting. The Hawkeyes dished out 28 assists, with Brock Harding contributing 6 assists and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even with Iowa's defense giving up 62% shooting, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Hawkeyes allowed 73% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 28 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iowa's opponent went 14 for 29, shooting 48%. They also went to the free-throw line 9 times, making 6 of those attempts.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Hawks and Red Raiders face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN2. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -10.5 at home against Saint Joseph's.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Joseph's Hawks +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Saint Joseph's at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Hawks Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Joseph's improved to 2-0 on the season with an 86-69 win over Penn on Friday, November 15th. The Hawks, who were -7 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 155 went over the O/U line of 149.</p> 

<p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 46-33 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, going 12 for 14 (85.7%).</p> <p>On the offensive glass, the Hawks grabbed 20 rebounds, while dishing out 12 assists. Erik Reynolds II, Rasheer Fleming, and Derek Simpson each scored 15 points, with Simpson hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Nick Spinoso added 14 points, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Saint Joseph's gave up 69 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field on 27 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, which is a 54% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 8 of 23 shots, good for 34%. Saint Joseph's sent them to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 7, shooting 77%. The Hawks also allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Texas Tech Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 3-1 on the season with a 98-64 win over UAPB on Monday. The Red Raiders were -41 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 162.5 went over the pre-game line of 157.5.</p> <p>Texas Tech led 47-28 at halftime and continued to dominate in the second half, scoring 51 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Texas Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 98 points with a field goal percentage of 59.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71%, thanks in part to their 85.2% shooting on two-point attempts (23/27) and 40% from beyond the arc (14/35).</p> <p>The Red Raiders also dished out 30 assists, with Christian Moore leading the way with 5. Moore also contributed 20 points, while Darrion Williams added 19 points on 72.7% shooting. JT Toppin was a force on the boards, grabbing 11 rebounds to go along with his 14 points.</p><p>Even with a strong offensive performance, Texas Tech couldn't overcome their defensive struggles, giving up 64 points on 59% shooting. The Red Raiders allowed 37 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Texas Tech's defense was particularly vulnerable, as they gave up 23 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, an 85% shooting rate.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>The Jaguars are favored on the road with a point spread of -1 as they take on the Raiders at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The Jaguars' money line odds are -115, and the Raiders' odds are -107. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on CBS, and the over/under line is set at 39.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS VS LAS VEGAS RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Jaguars -1</p><p>This game will be played at Allegiant Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jaguars winning this one by a score of 26 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Jaguars winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 39.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jaguars Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>At 3-11, the Jaguars sit 3rd in the AFC South and 27th in our power rankings, giving them a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. Jacksonville is 2-2 in division games, with their most recent division matchup being a 10-6 win over the Titans in week 14. However, they couldn’t carry that momentum into week 15, losing 32-25 to the Jets.</p> <p>Jacksonville has a -8.1 scoring margin this season, but they are 7-6-1 against the spread. As underdogs, they are 6-3-1 ATS, but they are just 1-3 when favored. Their O/U record is 8-6, with their games averaging 45.7 points compared to an average line of 44.7.</p><p>Heading into week 16, Jacksonville ranks 22nd in our offensive power rankings, scoring 18.8 points per game (23rd in the NFL) and averaging 306 yards per game (24th). They are 16th in passing attempts and 22nd in passing yards per game, with 204.4. On the ground, the Jaguars rank 24th in rushing attempts and 23rd in rushing yards per game, averaging 101.6. Jacksonville is 25th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 35.2% success rate, and they rank 14th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 15, Mac Jones threw for 294 yards, completing 31 of 46 passes, with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Brian Thomas Jr. led the receiving corps with 10 catches for 105 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Travis Etienne Jr. rushed for 65 yards on 14 carries. Jacksonville scored in every quarter against the Jets, totaling 25 points, and converted 8 of 15 3rd-down attempts and 2 of 4 red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their 32-25 loss to the Jets, the Jaguars' defense allowed 275 passing yards on just 16 completions, including three touchdowns. The Jaguars struggled to defend the big play, as the Jets averaged 9.2 yards per passing attempt. Despite hitting the quarterback more than the Jets and winning the tackles for loss battle, they managed just one sack.<p></p>On the ground, the Jaguars allowed 125 rushing yards on 23 attempts, giving up 5.4 yards per attempt. Opposing offenses have been able to move the ball effectively against Jacksonville, as the Jets finished with 400 total yards in the game. The Jaguars also allowed the Jets to convert on 40% of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Will The Raiders Win At Home Over The Jaguars?</h3><p>With their 15-9 loss to the Falcons in week 15, the Raiders’ losing streak now stands at 10 games, dropping them to 2-12 on the season. Las Vegas ranks 24th in our NFL power rankings and has been eliminated from playoff contention. They are 0-5 in the AFC West and 2-8 in conference play.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Raiders are 5-8-1, with a 5-7-1 record as underdogs. Their average scoring margin is -9.4 points per game. Their O/U record is 8-6, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Raiders rank 32nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 26th in the NFL in points per game (17.5) and 27th in yards per game (299.1). Despite ranking 4th in passing attempts, they are 15th in passing yards per game, with 221.1. On the ground, they rank 30th in rushing yards per game (78.1) on 21.6 attempts per game, which ranks 28th.</p> <p>Las Vegas has struggled on 3rd down, converting just 33.9% of their attempts, which ranks 28th in the NFL. However, they have been efficient in the red zone, converting 47.2% of their opportunities, which ranks 3rd in the league.</p><p>In their 15-9 loss to the Falcons, the Raiders' defense allowed just 93 passing yards on 11 completions. However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 168 rushing yards on 37 attempts. The Falcons took advantage of this, controlling the clock and keeping the Raiders' offense off the field for long stretches.<p></p>Despite allowing only 261 total yards, the Raiders' defense gave up one touchdown on the ground and struggled to get off the field, as the Falcons converted 69.2% of their fourth-down attempts and 50% of their red-zone trips. Las Vegas did come up with three sacks and one interception in the game.</p>

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Las Vegas Raiders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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

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

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Devils? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Devils are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS 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 Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Penguins winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Penguins on the moneyline (+187)</li><li>The Penguins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Penguins Chances on the Road</h3><p>With a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved above .500 to 15-14-5. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 4 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins, scoring their first two goals. Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the win. Montreal’s only goal came in the third period, cutting the Penguins’ lead to 2-1 before Lizotte’s late tally.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins with two goals, including his fourth of the season just 4:03 into the first period. He added his fifth on a power play at 1:20 of the second period. Blake Lizotte chipped in with his second goal of the season, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. The Penguins scored once in each of the first two periods before Lizotte’s late goal sealed the 3-1 win.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins allowed just one goal, which came at 5:32 into the 3rd period. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves, posting a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can New Jersey Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 21-11-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short.</p> 

<p>Both teams were scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net three times. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing only 22 shots on goal.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but coming up empty. They had 19 giveaways and were unable to find the net in any of the three periods.</p> <p>New Jersey failed to score on the power play and didn’t record any shorthanded or empty-net goals. The team’s record now stands at 21-11-3 after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held the Flames scoreless through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty netter. New Jersey's defense finished with 5 takeaways and 22 hits, while goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Lancers game? Catch the action at Joan Perry Brock Center in Farmville, VA, as the Lancers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Longwood as the -4.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 155.5 points.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE PANTHERS VS LONGWOOD LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Longwood Lancers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LONGWOOD LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will Longwood pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Milwaukee Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Milwaukee opened their season with an 87-68 loss to Northern Iowa on Thursday. The Panthers were +6 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> 

<p>Milwaukee trailed 45-34 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. They'll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to generate more offense as the season progresses.</p><p>Milwaukee's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.1% overall and 37.8% on two-point attempts. They connected on 6 of 17 threes, hitting 35.3% from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%.</p> <p>Tytan Anderson led the way, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 19 points and 4 assists. Trey Campbell also contributed 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc and adding 16 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Milwaukee’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 60% shooting from the field. The Panthers allowed their opponent to hit 69% of their two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 29 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Milwaukee’s opponent shot 50%, knocking down 12 of 24 three-pointers. They also sent them to the line 16 times, where they converted 11 free throws at a 68% rate.</p><h3>Do the Lancers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lancers picked up a win at home on Saturday, November 9th, defeating the Morgan State Bears 84-66. Longwood entered the game as 10-point favorites and covered the spread with the 18-point victory.</p> 

<p>Longwood led 36-32 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Morgan State 48-34. The game’s total points came in just under the O/U line of 151.</p><p>Longwood's offense put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.2%. They connected on 72.7% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 of 27 threes.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Lancers shot 75.8%, hitting 25 of 33 attempts. Amahrie Simpkins was nearly perfect from the field, shooting 7 of 8, while Michael Christmas led the team with 19 points.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 66 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 72% of their two-point shots, going 16/22.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponents shot 33%, making 9 of 27 three-point attempts. Longwood also sent them to the line 33 times, where they converted 25 free throws for 75%. The Lancers gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Milwaukee Panthers vs Longwood Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/13/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bears and Panthers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Panthers at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena in High Point, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 160 points, and the Panthers are the home favorites against the Bears in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +13</p><p>This game will be played at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have High Point winning straight-up, we like Morgan State at +13.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Morgan State Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Morgan State comes into today's game against High Point with a season record of 0-6. In their last ten road games, which includes games from last year, Morgan State has a road record of 1-9. Morgan State has a subpar ATS performance, sitting below .500 with a 0-6 record. In their last five games, the team is 1-3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Morgan State's games have, on average, featured 154.2 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-2-0. Their average over/under line is currently 146.4 points so far. When analyzing the Bears' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 66 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The Morgan State offense is coming off a game where they scored 58 points against Towson. They posted a field goal percentage of 38.9% and connected on 5 threes. In terms of offense, the Bears have a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, putting them 268th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 264th in percentage and 285th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Morgan State defense is giving up an average of 80.9 points per contest. Morgan State will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Towson to just 41% shooting in their most recent game.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Today, the High Point basketball team will face Morgan State with a record of 2-2. The Panthers have a 0-2 record in away games and a 2-0 record at home. As of now, High Point has a 2-2 ATS record heading into today's game. So far this season, they are 0-2 vs. the spread on the road and 2-0 at home.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through four games, High Point has an over/under record of 2-2-0, with their games averaging 159.8 points per game on average. In the Panthers' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 90 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 1-2.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 92.1 points per game, High Point struggled in their previous game. Against Illinois State, the Panthers scored 74 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 52%. In terms of three-point shooting, the Panthers offense has been good from outside, hitting 38% of their three-pointers on an average of 28.3 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 47%.</p><p>At present, the Panthers' defense is nationally ranked 178th, allowing 76.3 points per game. So far, the High Point defense is giving up an average of 6.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.3 times per game (287th).</p>

Morgan State Bears vs High Point Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/23

<p>At 6:40 PM ET, the Mariners and Guardians will face off in an AL matchup. This one is taking place at Progressive Field in Cleveland, and the Guardians are favored on the money line (-133). The money line odds for a Mariners win are sitting at +112, and they are currently on a four-game winning streak.</p>

<p>Wednesday's over/under line is at 7.5 runs, and the game will be televised on BSGL. Bryan Woo is starting for the Mariners, and the Guardians are going with Tanner Bibee. Both teams have a starter with an ERA under 3.00.</p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline -133</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 6:40 ET on Wednesday, June 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Guardians winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mariners to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Seattle picked up an 8-5 win over the Guardians in the most recent game of this series. The Mariners had a huge 3rd inning, scoring four of their eight runs. As for the Guardians, they scored their five runs in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Mariners were at +116 on the money line.</p>

<p>Bryce Miller got the win for the Mariners out of the bullpen, while Andrés Muñoz got the save. Triston McKenzie had a rough outing for the Guardians, taking the loss. He went just 2 1/3 innings and gave up four earned runs.</p>

<p>J.P. Crawford, Dylan Moore, and Luke Raley each homered for the Mariners. Crawford, Mitch Garver, and Josh Rojas each had two hits and two RBIs.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is on a four-game winning streak, and they lead the AL West with a record of 44-31. So far, they have been excellent against other teams in their division, going 17-5. The Mariners have won two straight games as the road underdog, and they are 10-11 in such games this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners have gone 27-12 this season, and they are just under .500 at 17-19 on the road. Seattle has won two straight series and has an overall series record of 13-8-2 this year. They have gone 8-2 over their last 10 games, and they took the series opener vs. the Guardians.</p><p>Seattle has been a solid run line bet this season, going 37-38 overall, including a 21-18 mark at home. They have covered the run line in two straight road games and are 16-20 against the run line on the road this season. The Mariners have been a better run line bet as the underdog, going 17-12, compared to 20-26 as the favorite.</p><p>Seattle is on the road facing Cleveland, and the over/under line for their game is set at 7.5 runs. The Mariners have an over/under record of 29-43 on the season, and their combined run average for games is 7.6. Their average over/under line for games this season is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 7.5 runs, they have a record of 6-14 in those games. So far this season, 33 of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs, which accounts for 44.0% of their games.</p><p>Seattle is sending right-hander Bryan Woo to the mound today vs. the Guardians, and he comes in with a record of 3-0 and an ERA of 1.07. So far, he has made six starts and four of them have been quality starts. Woo's WHIP for the season is an impressive .54. In his last outing, he didn't give up a run and got the win, going six innings vs. the Athletics. Before that, he had gone three straight outings without giving up more than one earned run. Opponents are batting just .139 off Woo this season.</p>
<p>So far this season, the Mariners have been one of the league's worst offensive teams, averaging just 3.9 runs per game (24th). They have been even worse at home, averaging only 3.8 runs per game. However, they do come into the game with the 6th most home runs in the league. As a team, they are batting just .222 and have the most strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Cal Raleigh and Mitch Garver have been two of the league's top home run hitters this season, but both are batting below .210. Julio Rodriguez has also been a key power source for the Mariners, as he has seven homers and is batting .264. Over his last five games, Rodriguez has gone 4/20 with two homers. Josh Rojas has gone 5/14 in his last five games and is currently on a three-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland is 44-26 overall this season, putting them 1st in the AL Central, leading the Twins by 4.5 games. The Guardians have dropped three straight games, and they are 4-6 over their last 10 games. So far, they have gone 11-6 against other teams in the AL Central.</p>

<p>At home, the Guardians are 21-9 this year, and they have gone 23-17 on the road. As the favorite, Cleveland is 30-15 this year, and they are 14-11 as the underdog. The Guardians are hoping to get back on track at home, as they have dropped two straight at home.</p><p>The Guardians have been a solid bet to cover the run line this season, going 39-31 overall. They have been particularly good on the road, going 23-17 against the run line. They have been favored in 45 games this season, going 21-24 against the run line.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians are playing at home against the Seattle Mariners today. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs, which is below their season average of 8.7 runs per game. The Guardians have hit the over in 12 of their 19 games with a 7.5 run line, and the over has hit in 33 of their 65 games overall this season. The over has hit in two straight games for Cleveland.</p><p>Cleveland is sending right-hander Tanner Bibee to the mound today vs. the Mariners. He has made 14 starts this season and has a record of 4-2 with a 3.94 ERA. Bibee's WHIP for the season is currently 1.17, and he has turned in four quality starts. In his most recent outing, Bibee took the loss, giving up four earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Opponents are batting .228 off Bibee this season, and his ERA at home is 5.67 compared to 3.07 on the road.</p><p>One of the biggest reasons the Guardians have been one of the league's top offenses this season is their ability to limit strikeouts, as they are 3rd in the league in this category. As a team, they are averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 5th in the league. This includes averaging 5 runs per game on the road. So far, they have been a good home run hitting team, and their team batting average of .243 is 11th in the MLB.</p>

<p>José Ramírez has been one of the league's top run producers this season, as his 63 RBIs are 2nd in the league. He also leads the Guardians with 18 home runs and is batting .271. Over his last eight games, he has gone 9/34 with two homers. Josh Naylor is also near the top of the league in home runs, as he has 17 long balls this season.</p>

Seattle Mariners vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 6/19/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Canucks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Ottawa?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 17-13-2 this season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense recorded 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle, but still managed to find the net three times. Adam Gaudette scored his 7th goal of the season in the first period, while Brady Tkachuk added his 7th in the second. Tim Stützle capped off the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter in the third period.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists. Tim Stützle's assist on Tkachuk's goal was his 10th of the season. Ottawa was held without a power play goal in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators will be looking to build off their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 16-10-6 this season. Vancouver was favored by -1.5 goals, but they failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver trailed 1-0 in the second period before Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks a 2-1 lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to even the score again. Suter netted his second goal with just 26 seconds left to secure the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and registered 25 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter's first goal tied the game 1-1 in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to carry some momentum into their next game after helping secure a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The first goal they allowed came 2:37 into the 2nd period, and the second came with just 1:17 left in the 3rd.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>There does appear to be a chance for light rain in Cincinnati on Wednesday, where the Reds and Rockies face off. First pitch from Great American Park is set for 7:10 PM ET. BSOH is carrying this one on TV.</p>

<p>Colorado comes in with a record of 32-60, while the Reds are 44-48 overall. Kyle Freeland will start for the Rockies, while the Reds are sending Frankie Montas to the mound. Cincinnati is favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -181 compared to the Rockies at +152. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs.</p><h3>COLORADO ROCKIES VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 9 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 7:10 ET on Wednesday, July 10th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROCKIES VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Cincinnati cruised to a 12-6 win over the Rockies in the most recent game of this series. The Reds had a huge 2nd inning, scoring five of their twelve runs. As for the Rockies, they scored four of their six runs in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Reds were favored at -199 on the money line.</p>

<p>Nick Lodolo got the start for the Reds, going just 3 2/3 innings while giving up four runs and striking out four. He did not factor into the decision, as Nick Martinez got the win out of the bullpen. Cal Quantrill only went two innings for the Rockies, giving up five runs on four hits.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Reds were led by Tyler Stephenson and Rece Hinds, who each had three hits and a home run. Stephenson, Hinds, Will Benson, and Spencer Steer each had three RBIs. As for the Rockies, Brenton Doyle went 3/4 with two homers.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>Colorado is on the road today, and they are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, with their record at 32-60, the Rockies are 5th in the NL West, 23 games behind the Dodgers. So far, they have gone 10-17 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Rockies are 20-27 this year, and they are just 12-33 on the road. So far this season, they are 10-24 in day games. As the underdog, the Rockies are 32-60 this year, and they have lost three straight as the underdog. Colorado's overall series record is 5-21-3, and they are currently down 0-2 in the series vs. the Reds.</p><p>When the Rockies are on the road, they are 20-25 against the run line, with an average run margin of -2.3 runs per game. They have failed to cover the run line in their last two road games and are 3-0 against the run line in their last three games as the underdog.</p><p>The Rockies have played in 47 games this season with over/under lines set higher than 9 runs, which accounts for 51.1% of their games. Their combined run average is 10.0 runs per game, and their over/under record is 46-44 overall. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, their record is 3-4.</p><p>Colorado is sending left-hander Kyle Freeland to the mound today as he faces the Reds on the road. He has made seven starts this season and has a record of 0-3 with an ERA of 6.62. Opponents have hit .307 off Freeland this season, and his WHIP is 1.67. Looking back at his last outing, Freeland finished with a no-decision against the Royals, giving up one earned run in seven innings of work. He has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings. Per nine innings, Freeland is averaging 5.35 strikeouts and 3.06 walks.</p><p>So far this season, the Rockies offense is averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. For the most part, they have been a better offense at home, averaging 4.6 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .244, which is 9th in the league, and are 16th in home runs. The Rockies are also one of the worst teams in the league in terms of strikeouts.</p>

<p>Ryan McMahon and Brenton Doyle have been the Rockies' top power threats this season, as McMahon's 14 homers leads the team, and Doyle is right behind him with 13. Both players are also near the top of the league in terms of RBIs. Over his last six games, McMahon is hitting .391, while Doyle has three homers in his last five games, going 8/16 over that stretch.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 44-48 overall and trails the Brewers by nine games in the NL Central. The Reds have gone 12-14 in divisional games this year. They have won two straight games and are the home favorite today vs. the Rockies. So far, they are 22-26 at home and have gone 22-22 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Reds are 22-18 this year and 22-30 as the underdog. Cincinnati has an overall series record of 9-17-3 this year, and they have dropped three straight series at home. Their overall record in the series is 2-0, as they have taken the first two games vs. the Rockies.</p><p>The Reds have been a solid run line bet this season, going 50-42 overall. They have been particularly strong on the road, going 30-14 against the run line. They have been a solid bet as an underdog, going 32-20 against the run line. Their average run margin in wins is +3.7, while it drops to -2.8 in losses.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds will host the Colorado Rockies today at Great American Ball Park, where the over/under line is set at 9 runs. The Reds' games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 39-49. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, the Reds' record is 1-15-3. This season, 50.0% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs or lower.</p><p>Reds starter Frankie Montas has made 16 appearances this season and has a record of 4-6 with an ERA of 4.19. So far, he has turned in six quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he gave up just two earned runs in five innings of work. In that start vs. the Yankees, he got the win. Looking back over his last four outings, Montas has finished with a no-decision in three of them. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.22 strikeouts and 3.84 walks. Montas has allowed a total of 10 homers this season.</p><p>Spencer Steer has been swinging a hot bat of late for the Reds, going 7/27 in his last eight games with four homers and eight RBIs. For the season, he is batting .242 with 14 homers and 59 RBIs, which is 9th best in the league. Elly De La Cruz has also been a solid power threat for the Reds, as his 15 homers are the best on the team and 12th best in the MLB. He is batting .251 for the season.</p>

<p>For the season, the Reds are averaging 4.3 runs per game and are 14th in the league in home runs. As a team, they are batting just .227, which is 17th in the league. Overall, their team on-base percentage and slugging percentage numbers are all just below the league average.</p>

Colorado Rockies vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction 7/10/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Knicks (-246) will host the 76ers (+199) at Madison Square Garden. New York is favored by 6 and the over/under is 209.</p>

<p>Philly is 36-28 and sits 6th in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks are 37-27 and are currently 4th in the East. This game will be shown on TNT.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +6</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, March 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 109-108 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 46.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Philadelphia Shock Everyone at Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>In Philadelphia's win over the Knicks, the teams combined for just 152 points, which was well below the O/U line of 211.5. This was the 76ers' second straight game that finished below the posted total.</p>

<p>On the season, the average O/U line in Philadelphia's games is 229.9, compared to today's line of 209. The team's O/U record for the season is 34-30.</p>

<p>As for their ATS record, the 76ers are 35-28 overall and 18-12 on the road. They have covered the spread in five straight games as the underdog and are 10-11 ATS as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>Against the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia is 24-18 compared to 12-10 against non-conference opponents. This puts them in 6th place in the East and 3rd in the Atlantic Division.</p>

<p>On the road, the 76ers are 17-13 this season, and they have an average scoring differential of +2.0 points per game. As the underdog, their scoring differential is -5.5 points per game.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the 76ers are 14th in the NBA in scoring at 115.9 points per game. In terms of pace, Philadelphia is 20th in the league at 97.8 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to their three-point shooting, the 76ers are 24th in the NBA in three-point percentage at 35%. On average, they make 11.5 three-pointers per game, which is 27th in the league.</p>

<p>So far this season, the 76ers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 51.6% of their games. However, they have scored less than their season average in each of their last four games.</p><p>So far, the 76ers' defense is ranked 13th in the league at 113.0 points per contest. So far this season, the 76ers' defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 4th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.4 times per game vs. Philadelphia.</p><h3>Will the Knicks Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Today's game against the 76ers is a rematch of the Knicks' last game, which they lost by a score of 79-73. In that game, the Knicks were favored by 7 points. This season, the Knicks have gone 10-18 as the underdog and 27-9 as the favorite.</p>

<p>When looking at their ATS record, the Knicks are 34-30 for the season and have gone 17-13 ATS on the road. At home, their ATS record is 17-17. The team's straight-up record at home is 21-13.</p>

<p>New York's O/U record for the season is 23-40-1, and the under has hit in their last two games. Today's O/U line is set at 209 points, and the average O/U line in their games this season is 224.6.</p>

<p>For the season, the Knicks are 37-27 overall, which is good for 4th place in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 26-15 and 7-5 against division opponents. The team is favored by 6 points today.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Knicks lost to the 76ers by a score of 79-73. The game finished with a combined scoring total of 152 points, which was well below the O/U line of 211.5.</p><p>The Knicks are one of the worst offensive teams in the NBA this season, ranking 23rd in scoring at 112.4 points per game. At home, they are 27th in the league at 110.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Despite their poor offensive numbers, the Knicks are one of the top teams in the league in offensive rebounding, averaging 12.9 offensive boards per game.</p>

<p>New York is one of the slowest-paced teams in the NBA, ranking 30th in pace at 95.1 possessions per game.</p><p>This season, the Knicks defense has been impressive, holding the 2nd position in the league while permitting an average of 108.8 points per contest. Most recently, the Knicks' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 79 points to the 76ers.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 3/12/24

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

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

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

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

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

The Golden State Warriors were a mess on opening night, losing by 26 points to the Brooklyn Nets. Will they make a better account of themselves on Christmas Day, or will the Milwaukee Bucks be allowed to get some redemption for their own opening game loss?
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS at MILWAUKEE BUCKS, 2:35 PM ET (Friday)</strong></span></h3>
<h4><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports">BetAnySports</a> NBA Betting Line: Bucks -10,Total 232</strong></h4>
You can imagine that the pressure is on in Milwaukee. Giannis Antetokounmpo, a winner of back-to-back MVP awards, signed a $220 million contract extension but has not brought his team to the NBA Finals as of yet. So there was indeed a sense of urgency before re-convening.

The new general manager is Jon Horst, and he executed a trade for Jrue Holiday, who averaged 19.1 points for New Orleans and provided a defensive upgrade, even over All-Defensive team member Eric Bledsoe. Holiday is considered by many of his peers to be the premier defender at the guard position, and he can indeed defend both backcourt positions.

Where the Bucks went awry was in their handling of free agency negotiations with Bogdan Bogdanovic, where they were found to have begun free agent negotiations before they were authorized to, and lost the player, plus a second-round draft pick, as a result.

Holiday is paying dividends. He had 25 points in Wednesday's opener, a 122-121 loss to Boston which probably demonstrates more how formidable the Celtics are than how much of a decline the Bucks may be having. Giannis once again had the numbers - 35 points and 13 rebounds - but he missed a free throw at the end that could have extended things.

If you are familiar with Mike Budenholzer's approach, you know that he emphasizes defense, and his team has finished #1 in the NBA in Defensive Rating each of the last two seasons. They are happy to let opponents shoot threes as much as they want, but they are going to deny drives to the hoop and second-shot opportunities as much as they can.

And we'll be honest - coming off a loss, they are the last team the Warriors want to see right now. One good thing about Golden State's 125-99 defeat at Brooklyn, we suppose, is that the starters got a lot of rest, as the blowout - evident after a 40-point first quarter by the Nets - created almost immediate garbage time.

Sure, Steph Curry is awesome, but he was just head of a very bad shooting pack, as the starters hit only 32% of their shots. Newcomers Andrew Wiggins and Kelly Oubre were 7-of-30 between them. There was some encouragement to be found in the play of rookie center James Wiseman, who had 19 points and six rebounds. Whether Golden State makes the center spot a focus of the offense - something it hasn't done in recent years - remains to be seen.

It should be noted, of course, that Wiggins and Oubre have come from NBA destinations where they were not required to be key contributors to winning programs. And the effect of the absence of Klay Thompson is obvious. Draymond Green missed the opener with a foot injury; he's listed as questionable here and if he plays, we would expect a difference.

HOW much different is another matter. Remember that Curry is coming off a season marred by injury, and he was 7-of-21 in Brooklyn. A team with a real defensive concept, like Milwaukee, could create some havoc against a team that is still struggling to play together on offense. And Wiseman will run into Brook Lopez, who made the All-Defensive squad last year.

Until Golden State shows us they're much improved over last year, we'll lay the points.

Merry Christmas!

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 160.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -8.5 vs. Ohio State.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ohio State at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buckeyes Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 7-4 on the season with a 95-73 win over Valparaiso on Tuesday. The Buckeyes, who were heavy favorites at -21, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio State led 41-30 at halftime and scored 54 points in the second half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Ohio State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 54.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 (31.6%). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, knocking down 23-of-27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, and Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists. Evan Mahaffey was perfect from the field, making all 6 of his shots.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 27 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. The Buckeyes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 of those attempts for 85%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>On Saturday, December 14th, the Wildcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a 93-85 home win over the Cardinals. Kentucky entered the game as -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kentucky led 46-40 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 178 exceeded the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 52.4% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%.</p> <p>Lamont Butler was perfect from the field, going 10/10 overall and 6/6 from three, finishing with 33 points and 6 assists. Chucky Hepburn added 26 points and 5 assists, while Terrence Edwards Jr. contributed 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 58% shooting. The Wildcats struggled to defend inside, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense allowed 11 threes on 52% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Avalanche and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Ducks. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+189)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Avalanche?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 19-15-0. Colorado held a 1-0 lead early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over that mark. The Avalanche were underdogs on the puck line, and their two goals weren’t enough to cover.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal late in the third period.</p> <p>MacKinnon also recorded his 14th assist on Makar's goal, and Makar picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon's goal. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche gave up the tying goal at 11:29 in the second period and allowed four more after that, including two empty-netters late in the third. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p><h3>Will Anaheim Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Anaheim fell to 12-14-4 after a 4-2 road loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Ducks’ defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the second before finally scoring in the third. Brock McGinn put Anaheim on the board at 9:44 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim’s offense managed 39 shots on goal, but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless until the 9:44 mark of the third period. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season on McTavish’s late goal, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, giving up the first three goals to Chicago, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Pirates and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on PEAC. The over/under for this game is set at 126 points, and Villanova is favored by -8 vs. Seton Hall in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +8</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like Seton Hall at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Seton Hall Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seton Hall fell to 5-6 on the season after a 66-63 loss to Rutgers on Saturday. The Pirates were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it close, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 129, which was under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Seton Hall led 33-27 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the second half while scoring 30. This second-half performance was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Seton Hall managed just 63 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 56.8% shooting on two-pointers, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 26.3% (5/19) of their threes. Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they connected on only 46.2% (6/13) from the line.</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 57.1% (4/7) from three. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 60% of his shots and 66.7% (2/3) from deep, while also grabbing 7 rebounds. Isaiah Coleman contributed 15 points, despite shooting just 35.7% from the field and 25% from three.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense couldn't slow down their opponent in this one, allowing 66 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Pirates gave up 23 field goals on 43 attempts, with their opponent hitting 16 of 30 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall's defense allowed 7 threes on 13 attempts, also at a 53% clip. Their opponent struggled at the free-throw line, though, making just 13 of 28 for 46%. Seton Hall limited second-chance opportunities, giving up only 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Villanova Win at Home?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 7-4 on the season with an 86-72 win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -28.5, the Wildcats didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 152.</p> <p>Villanova led 45-36 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. Though they didn’t dominate as expected, they still secured the win.</p><p>Villanova's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a field goal percentage of 55.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was 63%, thanks in large part to their 76.7% shooting from inside the arc, hitting 23 of 30 two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they connected on 7 of 24 threes, shooting 29.2%, and were efficient at the free-throw line, making 19 of 22 attempts for 86.4%.</p> <p>Eric Dixon and Terrence Brown each scored 27 points, with Dixon shooting 69.2% overall and Brown hitting 42.9% from three. Wooga Poplar added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Jo'el Emanuel and Dylan Jones each made 3 threes, with Emanuel shooting 50% from beyond the arc. Villanova also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists in the win.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 55% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed their opponent to connect on 23 of 30 two-point attempts, a 76% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws, an 86% clip. Villanova allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seton Hall Pirates vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Hurricanes and Islanders game? Catch the action at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, as the Islanders hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Metropolitan division matchup against the Islanders. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, March 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>The Hurricanes 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 Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Islanders (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can The Hurricanes Secure a Win at Elmont?</h3><p><p>Carolina enters today's game with a record of 42-20-6, which has them in 4th place in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Metropolitan Division. They have won three straight games and have gone 8-2 in their last ten games. On the road, the Hurricanes are 20-11-2 this season.</p>

<p>Overall, Carolina has been favored in 61 of their 68 games and have gone 39-16-6 in those contests. Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Hurricanes have gone 27-11 this season.</p></p><p>Carolina comes into the game with an average scoring margin of +.7 goals per game. So far, the Hurricanes have 27 wins by multiple goals and have lost by more than one goal 12 times. Overall, the team's puck line record is 29-39, including going 6-4 vs. the puck line in their last ten games.</p>

<p>On the road, the Hurricanes have gone 14-19 against the puck line this season. In their last ten road games, Carolina has gone 6-4 against the puck line. Against the Eastern Conference, the Hurricanes have been favored in 61 of their games and have a puck line record of 25-36 in those games.</p> <p>This season, Carolina's games are averaging 6.1 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.2. The Hurricanes currently have an over/under record of 29-38-1.</p><p>In their last three road games, Carolina has averaged 5 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>On offense, the Hurricanes are averaging 3.4 goals per game which is 6th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 3rd in the league. Carolina's offense comes into the game ranked 4th in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 7th in the NHL.</p><p>Carolina's leading goal scorer is Sebastian Aho. So far this season, he has 27 goals, placing him 32nd in the NHL. Aho also comes into the game with 47 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders are currently 3rd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.8 shots per game against New York. They also are 19th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov gets the start and has made 33 starts this season. His record at this point is 18-12, and his save percentage is 0.682%.</p><h3>Can The Islanders Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Islanders have gone 15-8-10, and in the Eastern Conference, they are 18-20. Overall, New York has gone 29-24-15, and they are currently in 10th place in the conference and 5th in the Metropolitan Division. Over their last ten games, the Islanders have gone 6-4.</p>

<p>As the underdog, New York has gone 14-12-9 this year, including a two-game losing streak. Over their last three games, the Islanders have gone 0-3, and in their last five games, they are 1-4. On the season, New York has been the underdog 35 times, and they have gone 14-12-9 in those games.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Islanders have a puck line record of 14-19, and they have 20 losses by more than one goal. So far, New York's average scoring margin at home is -.2 goals per game. In their last ten games at home, the Islanders have gone 5-5 vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>So far, the Islanders have gone 24-11 against the puck line as the underdog, and they have 16 wins by just one goal. In their last ten games overall, New York has a puck line record of 6-4, but their overall puck line record is 33-34.</p> <p>For the season, New York's games have finished with an average of 6.3 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6. Overall, the Islanders have an over/under record of 37-26-4.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Carolina has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 5 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.</p><p>Offensively, the Islanders come into the game at 3 goals per contest placing 21st in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 21st position in the league. The New York offense is ranked 17th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 6th in the NHL.</p><p>The leading scorer for New York's offense is Bo Horvat. Coming into the game he has 29 goals, ranking 24th in the NHL. Horvat also comes into the game with 32 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders are currently 3rd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.8 shots per game against New York. They also are 19th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Carolina, goalie Ilya Sorokin has started 48 games in this season. His current record is 22-16, and his save percentage stands at 1.0%.</p>

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