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<p>The Seawolves and Tribe are set to face off at 1:00 ET on FloH. The Tribe will host the game at Kaplan Arena in Williamsburg, VA. The Seawolves come into this Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 143.5 points.</p><h3>STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES VS WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: William & Mary Tribe +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaplan Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-69 in favor of the Tribe.</li><li>Not only will William & Mary pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Stony Brook Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Stony Brook enters this game with an 8-8 record, including a 1-1 mark in Coastal Athletic Association play. The Seawolves are 2-5 on the road this season, and they have gone 6-1 when favored.</p>

<p>Stony Brook's average scoring margin on the road this season is -14.0 points per game, and they are coming off a 93-87 loss to Charleston. Over their last 10 road games, the Seawolves are just 3-7, and they are 2-3 over their last five.</p><p>Stony Brook has been a solid bet all season with a 9-4-1 ATS record. In their 7 games as the favorite, they have gone 6-1 vs. the spread. Their road ATS mark is 4-3 this year, but over their last 10 road games, they are just 5-5.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Stony Brook games is 9-5, and the average scoring total in their games is 145.2 points. Today's over/under line of 143.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (140.7). Over their last three games, their over/under record is 2-1, and the average scoring total in those games is 144 points.</p><p>Stony Brook's offense had a good outing, putting up 87 points against Charleston. They achieved a 55.6% field goal percentage and went 9/14 from the free-throw line. The team's top scorer is Tyler Stephenson-Moore, who enters today's matchup with an average of 15.1, while Keenan Fitzmorris also carries a PPG average of 10.9 into the game.</p><p>The Seawolves' defense is presently ranked 205th nationally, allowing an average of 73.1 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Stony Brook's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.1% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 34.4% this season.</p><h3>Are William & Mary Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>William & Mary enters this game with a 7-9 record, including a 2-1 mark in Coastal Athletic Association play. They have been much better at home this season, going 4-3 compared to 1-6 on the road.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Tribe are just 1-8 this season, but they have gone 4-1 when favored. In their last game, they beat Hampton, 73-61, and they have gone 7-3 in their last 10 home games.</p><p>William & Mary's ATS record this season is currently 6-8. At home, their ATS mark sits at 4-3. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Tribe have gone just 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>William & Mary's over/under record this season sits at 8-6, and today's over/under line of 143.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this season (144.2). So far, 50% of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points compared to their season average of 150.6. In their last three games, the over/under record is 0-3.</p><p>In their previous game, the Tribe's offense finished with 73 points, which is right in line with their current average of 75.1 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring is Trey Moss, who is averaging 13.9 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Gabe Dorsey also maintains a PPG average of 13.8 heading into game.</p><p>So far, the Tribe's defense is ranked 208th in the country at 73.1 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Hampton, the Pirates finished with a field goal percentage of 38% and a total of 61 points vs. William & Mary.</p>

Stony Brook Seawolves vs William & Mary Tribe Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

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<p>A battle of quality heavyweights will headline this week’s UFC Fight Night and whenever the big boys get in there, it tends to bring a lot of excitement with it. Curtis Blaydes is currently No. 4 in the heavyweight rankings, so a win here would help him get closer to a title shot. Can he pull it off, though? He’ll be taking on Tom Aspinall, who will have the home crowd behind him.</p>



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<h2>Curtis Blaydes vs. Tom Aspinall</h2>



<p>Odds at BAS: Aspinall -130</p>



<p>The main event features two tough fighters as Curtis Blaydes and Tom Aspinall square off. Blaydes is on a two-fight winning streak at the moment, taking down Chris Daukaus in his last fight as he’s now 16-3-0 with one no contest entering this matchup. 10 of those wins have come via knockout. He’s got power and strength on his side here.</p>



<p>Meanwhile, Tom Aspinall is the hotter fighter right now. He’s from Manchester, England, so he’ll have the home crowd behind him. He’s won eight straight fights including a takedown of Alexander Volkov earlier in 2022. That fight saw Aspinall win by submission in just the first round.</p>



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<p>He’s got a 12-2-0 record with all of those victories coming by stoppages. His 100 percent finish rate will be on the line against Blaydes here, but this looks like a fight where sparks will be flying all over the place.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Fight Will Not Go To Judges Scorecards</strong></p>



<h2>Jack Hermansson vs. Chris Curtis</h2>



<p>Odds at BAS: PICK</p>



<p>This bout was supposed to be a showdown between Jack Hermansson and Darren Till but Till was forced to withdraw. As a result, Chris Curtis steps in on short notice.</p>



<p>Hermansson is coming off a loss and he’s now alternated wins and losses over his last six bouts. However, he’s posted a career record of 22-7-0 and looks to get back on track here. Hermansson has struggled with elite fighters but not even the best of the best – his three most recent losses are against the second tier. He’s lost to Jared Cannonier, Marvin Vettori and Sean Strickland. The good news is he’s not facing an upper-crust fighter in this one.</p>



<p>Chris Curtis is 35 years old but appears to still be on the rise. He has three UFC bouts under his belt and he’s won each – two of which were by knockout. That now puts him on an eight-fight winning streak. He comes in on short notice and will have a chance to continue his ascent. He should be able to do so and cash here.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Curtis -110</strong></p>



<h2 id="h-paddy-pimblett-vs-jordan-leavitt">Paddy Pimblett vs. Jordan Leavitt</h2>



<p>Odds at BAS: Pimblett -275</p>



<p>Paddy Pimblett one of the British many British fighters on the card and he’s a big favorite in this spot. He is currently 3-0 in the UFC with first-round finishes in each of those bouts. There is no doubt that he’s one of the competitors with a load of momentum behind him – especially now that he’ll be fighting in front of his own fans.</p>



<p>As for his opponent in this fight, Jordan Leavitt, he’s 27 years old and is unranked in the Lightweight Division. He’s coming off of a split decision win and is now 10-1 in his career. He’s been able to pick up submissions wins in six out of his 10 career fights. Four of his 11 career fights have seen him finish his opponent under five minutes.</p>



<p>Each of these guys aren’t going to be pulling punches and hold serious potential to end the fight at any time. With that in mind, we could end up having a fight that keeps us on the edge of our seats the entire way.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Pimblett -275</strong></p>

UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Aspinall, Betting Odds, Pick & Predictions

<p>The Falcons are favored on the money line at -156 as they host the Seahawks at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 20th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The point spread is -3 in favor of the Falcons, and the over/under line is set at 50.5 points. The Seahawks and Falcons both need to add to their records in this week seven NFC matchup. You can catch this one on FOX.</p><h3>SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS ATLANTA FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Seahawks +3</p><p>This game will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Seahawks winning this one by a score of 30 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Seahawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Seahawks Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>After starting the season 3-0, the Seahawks have now dropped three straight games, including a 36-24 home loss to the 49ers in week 6. Seattle was unable to cover the spread as 3.5-point underdogs, but the 60 combined points easily surpassed the 49-point line. The over has now hit in three straight Seahawks games.</p> <p>Heading into week 7, Seattle sits 22nd in our power rankings and has a 17.1% chance of making the playoffs. They are 1-4-1 against the spread this season, with their only win coming against the Dolphins in week 3. Their O/U record is 5-1.</p><p>Heading into week 7, the Seahawks rank 19th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in passing yards per game (276.7) and passing attempts per game (41.8). Geno Smith threw for 312 yards and a touchdown in week 6, completing 30 of 52 passes, but he also had 2 interceptions. Seattle ranks 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 38.7%.</p> <p>Seattle's run game ranks 29th in the league, with 96.5 rushing yards per game, on just 20.8 attempts per game. Kenneth Walker III had 32 yards on 14 carries in week 6, after a 3-touchdown game in week 4. Tyler Lockett led the team in receiving in week 6, with 65 yards on 4 catches, including a touchdown.</p><p>In their 36-24 loss to the 49ers, the Seahawks' defense gave up 228 rushing yards on just 33 attempts, including a 76-yard touchdown run by Elijah Mitchell. Seattle's inability to stop the run contributed to the 49ers' 9.1 yards per attempt. Despite holding San Francisco to 255 passing yards, the Seahawks allowed three passing touchdowns.<p></p>Seattle's defense struggled to generate pressure, as they didn't record any sacks and only had one more tackle for loss than the 49ers. The defense also allowed the 49ers to convert on 41.7% of their third down attempts. Overall, the Seahawks gave up 483 total yards in the game.</p><h3>Will The Falcons Win At Home Over The Seahawks?</h3><p>Atlanta heads into week 7 on a three-game winning streak, which includes a 38-20 road win over the Panthers in week 6. This puts the Falcons at 4-2, and they currently sit atop the NFC South with a 3-0 division record. They also remain undefeated in conference play at 4-0. Our projections give them a 70.1% chance of making the playoffs and a 50.5% chance of winning the division.</p> <p>In our power rankings, the Falcons are 15th heading into week 7. Their average scoring margin this season is +2.3, and they are 3-3 against the spread. They have covered in two straight games, including a 6-point win over the Bucs in week 5 and an 18-point win over the Panthers in week 6. The over has hit in each of their last three games.</p><p>Heading into week 7, the Falcons are 10th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 9th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 24.8 points per game, and are 8th in total yards per game with 368.3. Atlanta is 6th in passing yards per game, with 254.7, on 34.7 attempts per game. However, they rank 21st in rushing yards per game and 22nd in rushing attempts. On 3rd down, the Falcons are converting 34.4% of the time, which ranks 21st in the NFL, and they are 18th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Kirk Cousins threw for 225 yards and a touchdown on 19/30 passing in week 6, after his 509-yard, 4-touchdown performance in week 5. Drake London had 6 catches for 74 yards and a touchdown, while Tyler Allgeier rushed for 105 yards on 18 carries. Atlanta scored in every quarter against the Panthers, putting up 7 points in the 1st quarter, 15 in the 2nd, 6 in the 3rd, and 10 in the 4th.</p><p>Atlanta's defense picked off two passes in their 38-20 win over the Panthers, despite not registering any sacks. The Falcons gave up 221 passing yards on 26 completions, allowing two passing touchdowns. Carolina found some success on the ground, with 114 rushing yards on 24 attempts.</p><p></p><p>For the game, the Falcons allowed the Panthers to convert on 45.5% of their third down attempts. Atlanta also forced 68.4% completion percentage against them.</p>

Seattle Seahawks vs Atlanta Falcons Betting Pick & Prediction 10/20/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Beavers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN. Oregon State is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 132.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Beavers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 8-2 on the season with a 74-65 road win over Charleston on Sunday. The Beavers entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 139 fell just under the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon State led 35-26 at halftime and matched Charleston's 39 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Oregon State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They hit 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (5/20).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beavers were solid, making 23 of 29 attempts (79.3%). Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor each contributed 16 points, with Rataj also grabbing 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, hitting 6 of 7 shots for 14 points and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Oregon State's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a strong effort limiting them to 36% shooting from the field. The Beavers gave up 21 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense allowed 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Can Oakland Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland improved to 3-7 on the season with a 72-71 win over Loyola Chicago on Sunday. The Golden Grizzlies were +7 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Oakland led 33-27 at halftime, but the Ramblers made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Oakland 44-39. The game’s total points of 143 went over the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oakland's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 9 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Miles Rubin led the way with 21 points on 9 of 11 shooting, while Allen Mukeba, Malcolm Christie, and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each added 20 points. Christie and Edwards both hit 6 threes, with Edwards shooting 46.2% from deep. The Golden Grizzlies grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 71 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oakland's defense conceded 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%. Oakland allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ramblers and Cougars. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Get ready to place your bets! Loyola Chicago is favored by -4.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ramblers Have What it Takes in Honolulu?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-2 on the season following a narrow 72-71 road loss to Oakland on Sunday. The Ramblers entered the game as -7 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago trailed 33-27 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 44 points while allowing 39. Despite the strong second-half effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.8% of their threes (7/22).</p> <p>Miles Rubin was a force inside, going 9/11 from the field and finishing with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Allen Mukeba and Malcolm Christie each added 20 points, with Christie hitting 6 threes at a 40% clip.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago’s defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ramblers allowed 50% shooting, as their opponents hit 18 of 36 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Chicago’s defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts. The Ramblers also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws for 90%. Loyola Chicago allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Cougars Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston dropped to 7-3 on the season after a 74-65 loss to Oregon State on Sunday. The Cougars were +7 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 139 fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Charleston trailed 35-26 at halftime but couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 39 points after the break.</p><p>Charleston managed just 65 points in their latest game, shooting 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range (6/24). Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit 17 of 25 free throws (68%).</p> <p>Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor led the Cougars with 16 points each, with Rataj adding 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, shooting 6/7 from the field for 14 points and contributing 4 assists.</p><p>Charleston’s defense held their opponent to 74 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 44% from two-point range, where they allowed 15 made baskets on 34 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars limited their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17, shooting 68%.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Raiders and Volunteers face off at 7:00 ET on SECN. The Volunteers are hosting the game at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -26.5 vs. Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Volunteers.</li><li>Even though we have Tennessee winning straight-up, we like Middle Tennessee at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Middle Tennessee Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 7-3 on the season with a narrow 67-65 win over Lipscomb on Thursday. The Blue Raiders were favored by 2.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee led 37-30 at halftime but allowed Lipscomb to score 35 points in the second half while managing just 30 points themselves. Despite the close call, the Blue Raiders held on for the win.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit only 59.1% of their free throws. The Blue Raiders managed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic was a bright spot, scoring 32 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 1-of-3 from three-point range. Jestin Porter added 14 points, despite shooting 4-of-14 overall and 1-of-6 from deep. Essam Mostafa contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, while Gyasi Powell chipped in 11 points, hitting 2-of-5 from three.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense held their opponents to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (24/63). They limited two-point shooting to 18/42 (42%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Blue Raiders allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts (28%). Their opponents shot 59% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 22.</p><h3>Can the Volunteers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Tennessee improved to 11-0 this season with an 84-36 win over Western Carolina on Tuesday. The Volunteers, who were heavy favorites at -36.5, covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Tennessee led 38-15 at halftime and continued their dominance in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 46-21. The game’s total points ended at 120, falling short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p><p>Tennessee put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 29.6% of their threes (8/27). At the free-throw line, the Volunteers were efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts (85.7%).</p> <p>The Volunteers dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Chaz Lanier led the way with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 42.1% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Jordan Gainey added 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4), while Darlinstone Dubar contributed 13 points, shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Tennessee's defensive efforts, they gave up 36 points in their last game. The Volunteers allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, with 32 made baskets on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Tennessee's defense allowed 24 makes on 42 attempts, a 57% shooting rate. They also gave up 8 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Tennessee's opponent shot 85%, making 12 of 14 attempts. The Volunteers also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Braves and Owls game? Catch the action at Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston, TX, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 134.5 points, and Rice is favored by -18 at home against Alcorn State.</p><h3>ALCORN STATE BRAVES VS RICE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alcorn State Braves +18</p><p>This game will be played at Tudor Fieldhouse at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALCORN STATE BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Even though we have Rice winning straight-up, we like Alcorn State at +18.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Braves Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Alcorn State Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Alcorn State fell to 0-10 on the season after a 94-78 loss to Oklahoma on Saturday. The Braves were +32 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Alcorn State trailed 49-41 at halftime and were outscored 45-37 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game hit 172, going over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Alcorn State put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 52.6% from the field and 50% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.4%, with 19 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jalon Moore led the way with 20 points in just 19 minutes, shooting 88.9% from the floor. Omari Hamilton added 16 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes, while Jeremiah Fears, Dayton Forsythe, and Davian Williams each dished out 7 assists.</p><p>Alcorn State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to dominate inside, with 23 of 27 two-point attempts made, an 85% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alcorn State’s opponent hit 12 of 37 threes, shooting 32%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 12, also at an 85% clip. Alcorn State allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Owls Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Rice fell to 7-3 on the season after a 75-66 road loss to Texas State on Sunday. The Owls entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Rice trailed 35-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, as they scored 35 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40. The game’s total points of 141 went over the pre-game O/U line of 134.</p><p>Rice managed just 66 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 27.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they hit 68% of their free throws, going 17-for-25 from the line.</p> <p>Tyrel Morgan led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% overall. Caden Powell added 14 points, hitting 5 of 6 shots, and Coleton Benson and Trae Broadnax each contributed 13 points, with Benson knocking down 3 threes.</p><p>Rice's defense gave up 75 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 25 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 38 shooting for 47%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rice's defense saw their opponent hit 7 of 16 shots, good for 43%. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 90%. Rice gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Alcorn State Braves vs Rice Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

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.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Dallas Stars vs Utah Hockey Club Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

San Jose Sharks vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Carolina Hurricanes vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Buffalo Sabres vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Philadelphia Flyers vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

St. Louis Blues vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Houston Rockets vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

Houston Rockets vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Los Angeles Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-991) will host the Utah Jazz (+640) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are favored by 14 points, and the over/under line is set at 232.5.</p>

<p>Utah comes into this game with a 7-20 record, which puts them 14th in the Western Conference. They have won two games in a row. Cleveland is 25-4 and has won four straight. They are currently the top team in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +14</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-130 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Win in Cleveland?</h3><p>Utah improved to 7-20 this season with a 105-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. The Jazz, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 199, falling well short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 24-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, Utah took control by outscoring Brooklyn 31-21 in the 2nd quarter and 25-18 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with a 75-63 lead and held off the Nets, who edged them 31-30 in the final period.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 21 points in their win over the Nets, scoring 14 in the 4th quarter despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 23.1% from three. Svi Mykhailiuk and Collin Sexton each added 18 points, with Mykhailiuk hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>Utah made 14 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 47.7% overall. Sexton and Mykhailiuk both scored 8 points in the 2nd quarter, while Markkanen's big 4th quarter helped secure the win.</p><p>The Jazz put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, giving up just 94 points in the win. They held Brooklyn to 24 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, and a mere 18 in the 3rd. Even with a 31-point 4th quarter, Utah's defense was solid throughout.</p> <p>Utah limited the Nets to 40% shooting, including just 17% from beyond the arc, where Brooklyn made only 7 threes. The Jazz also recorded 11 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Does Cleveland Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 25-4 on the season with a dominant 126-99 win over the 76ers on Saturday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as 9-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 225, just over the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, Cleveland took control by outscoring Philadelphia 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 99-76 lead, the Cavaliers went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 107-82 to 117-82.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on an offensive show in their win over the 76ers, shooting 53.3% from the field and hitting 22 three-pointers at a 51.2% clip. Darius Garland led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 threes at 85.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Evan Mobley added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell contributed 19 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter. Garland scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Mobley added 10 in the same period.</p><p>The Cavaliers tightened up defensively after a shaky 1st quarter, allowing just 69 points over the final three periods to hold the 76ers to 99 points. Cleveland's defense was particularly strong in the 3rd quarter, where they gave up just 21 points.</p> <p>Overall, the Cavaliers held the 76ers to 40% shooting from the field, including 32% from beyond the arc, where Philadelphia made 11 threes. Cleveland also recorded 8 steals and 1 block in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hurricanes and Rangers. The game is starting at 12:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. Get ready to place your bets! In this division matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 against the Rangers. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 12:30 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</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 Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Hurricanes Lock in a Win at New York?</h3><p>With a 4-2 victory over the Capitals, the Hurricanes improved to 20-11-1 this season. 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 in the second and added two more goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina's offense fired 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov netting two goals, bringing his total to three this season. Martin Necas added his sixth goal of the year and picked up his 12th assist on Orlov's second goal. Andrei Svechnikov sealed the game with an empty-netter, his sixth goal of the season.</p> <p>After Orlov's first-period goal, the Hurricanes scored twice in the second, with Necas and Orlov finding the net. Carolina had 14 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Carolina's defense had a rough start, giving up two late goals in the first period, but they locked things down after that, not allowing another goal. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while the defense recorded 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Does New York Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Rangers moved above .500 with a 5-2 road win over the Islanders, bringing their record to 16-15-1. As -1.5 goal favorites, New York covered the puck line with ease. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p>

<p>Four different players contributed to the scoring for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. New York jumped out to a 2-0 lead before the Islanders responded, but the Rangers pulled away with two more goals in the third period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net. He also scored his 8th goal on a power play. Chris Kreider kicked off the scoring with his 8th goal, which came while the Rangers were shorthanded. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, while Adam Edstrom found the net for the first time this season.</p> <p>The Rangers took 40 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. Jacob Trouba picked up his 5th assist, and Adam Fox now has 9 assists after helping on Panarin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their strong 3rd period performance from their last game, where they held the Islanders scoreless. Igor Shesterkin finished with 35 saves and a 94.6% save percentage. The Rangers' defense also contributed 10 takeaways, 19 hits, and 18 blocks.</p>

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