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<p>Planning on watching today's Hilltoppers and Flames game? Catch the action at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA, as the Flames hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The odds for this Conference USA conference game currently have Liberty as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hilltoppers Win on the Road?</h3><p>Western Kentucky fell to 7-4 on the season after a 112-64 road loss to Michigan on Sunday. Entering the game as +21.5 point underdogs, the Hilltoppers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 59-31 at halftime, Western Kentucky couldn’t turn things around in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 53. The game’s total points of 176 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 159.5.</p><p>Western Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.4% from the field and 20% from beyond the arc, connecting on only 5 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed just 5 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hilltoppers hit 11 of 19 attempts, shooting 57.9%. Don McHenry led the team with 18 points, while Nimari Burnett and Vladislav Goldin each added 17, with Goldin hitting 7 of 8 shots from the field and 2 of 2 from three-point range.</p><p>Western Kentucky’s defense struggled, giving up 112 points on 51% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they allowed 19 threes on 40 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 35 times, where they hit 27 free throws.</p><h3>Are Liberty Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 9-1 on the season with a 79-56 home win over UT Arlington on Saturday. The Flames, who entered the game as -9.5 favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game were 135, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Liberty took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime. They added 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34, maintaining their strong start and securing the win.</p><p>Liberty's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 79 points with a field goal percentage of 52.9%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%, thanks in part to hitting 15 threes at a 46.9% clip. Inside the arc, they shot 63.2% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Kaden Metheny led the way with 25 points, knocking down 7 of 13 threes. Taelon Peter added 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 4 of 8 from deep. Liberty finished with 24 assists, with Metheny contributing 5 dimes.</p><p>Liberty's defense had a tough outing, giving up 56 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. The Flames struggled to contain the three-point line, where they allowed 15 threes on 32 attempts, a 46% shooting clip.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Liberty's opponent went 10/14, shooting 71%. The Flames did a good job on the boards, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Capitals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>With the Capitals being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Capitals.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Find a Way to Win in Washington?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 23-11-4. Minnesota entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, but couldn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth, scoring the game-winner in overtime as the Wild defeated the Maple Leafs 2-1. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>Despite scoring just twice, Minnesota fired 33 shots on goal. The Wild were held scoreless in the second and third periods before Boldy’s decisive goal at 2:14 into overtime. They finished the game with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry their momentum from the previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson posted 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage. Minnesota's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 19:08 in the first period, a power-play goal from William Nylander.</p><h3>Do the Capitals Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Washington's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes dropped their record to 25-10-2. The Capitals were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 6 goals pushed the pre-game line.</p> <p>After trailing 1-0, Washington scored twice in the first period to take the lead. However, the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals, including one in the second period and an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play at 19:16 in the first period, followed by Brandon Duhaime’s 2nd goal just 33 seconds later. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p> <p>Washington recorded 15 giveaways and added 3 assists to their 2 goals. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, while Dylan Strome notched his 13th, and John Carlson earned his 7th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up the first goal against Carolina at 5:59 in the first period and three more after taking a 2-1 lead, including an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, while the defense recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Yusei Kikuchi will get the start for the Blue Jays (77-63, 35-30 home) as they host the Royals (44-97, 18-51 away) at Rogers Centre. The Royals will give the starting nod to Collin Snider. Check out my prediction for game one of this American League matchup between the Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Royals +1.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 7:07 ET on Friday, September 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>The Royals will be taking on a Blue Jays club that is just 2-3 vs. the runline over their last five games.</li><li>Against the runline, the Blue Jays have gone just 1-2 in their last three home games.</li><li>The Royals have gone 1-2 in Yusei Kikuchi's last three starts.</li></ul><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS STRUGGLING VS RUNLINE OF LATE</h3><p>141 games into the season, the Royals have a record of 44-97, putting them 5th in the AL Central. This mark includes an overall series 6-35-3. At home, they are 26-46 compared to 18-51 on the road.</p><p><p>Collin Snider is yet to record a win this season, but has made 10 appearances on the mound. His ERA stands at 4.22, with opposing batters hitting .293 against him. He has also allowed one home run and his opponents have an OPS of .793 against him.</p></p><p>Collin Snider's performance in the Royals' 12-1 victory over the White Sox was a mixed bag. The right-hander tossed two innings, allowing one run on two hits, but did not factor into the decision.</p><p>This season, the Royals are 25th in the league at 4.1 runs per game. Over their last five games, they have a combined batting average of .271 (11th) leading to 6.2 runs per contest. Overall, they are generating 2.4 walks per game compared to 8 strikeouts. Kansas City's on-base percentage of .300 has them 21st in the MLB.</p><p>Nelson Velázquez has been a key contributor to the Royals' offense over the past ten games, hitting four home runs and bringing his season total to 12. The outfielder's batting average currently stands at .250.</p><h3>WILL THE TORONTO BLUE JAYS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>On an overall record of 77-63, the Blue Jays are 3rd in the AL East. On the road, Toronto has put together a record of 42-33 while going 35-30 at home. Against teams with below .500 records, the club has gone 36-36. Overall, the Blue Jays have played in 44 series, going 25-17-2.</p><p><p>Yusei Kikuchi has been impressive in his first season, boasting a 9-5 record and 3.63 ERA. On the road, he has an ERA of 4.15 and 4-3 record in 15 appearances. At home, he's 5-2 with an ERA of 3.84, while his WHIP is 1.26 and opponents are batting .244 against him with a slugging percentage of .409.</p></p><p>Yusei Kikuchi was unable to secure a victory in his most recent start against the Rockies, surrendering six runs on six hits over 4 2/3 innings of work. Despite the Blue Jays' efforts, they ultimately fell 8-7.</p><p>Across their last ten games, the Blue Jays' offense is 2nd in batting average, leading to an average of 6.6 runs per contest in that span. Overall, they are the 15th ranked scoring offense and posted a season-long OPS of .753 on 163 (14th).</p><p>A noteworthy absence for today's game is that of the Blue Jays' leader in hits, Bo Bichette. The shortstop has been a key contributor to the team's offense this season, boasting a .314 batting average and an on-base percentage of .344.</p>

Kansas City Royals vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Pick & Prediction 9/8/23

<p>Today at 2:30 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-14) will travel to take on the Dallas Mavericks (19-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 5 points and have won their last two games, while the Timberwolves have lost three straight.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on ABC.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 2:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-123 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Minnesota?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-14 on the season after a 117-104 road loss to the Hawks on Monday. Minnesota, favored by 3 points, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 221, just under the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Minnesota’s game was a rollercoaster. After a 12-0 run by Atlanta early, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. However, after entering the 4th quarter with an 85-82 lead, Minnesota was outscored 35-19 in the final period.</p><p>In their 117-104 loss to the Hawks, the Timberwolves shot 42.9% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 32.6%. They connected on 14 threes overall.</p> <p>Naz Reid led the way with 23 points, scoring 10 in the 3rd quarter. Julius Randle added 19 points, with 9 coming in the 3rd, while Anthony Edwards finished with 16 points, 7 of which came in the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Hawks to just 17 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 4th, allowing 35 points in each. Overall, they gave up 117 points on 53% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Minnesota also had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. The Timberwolves sent the Hawks to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 12 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can Dallas Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>With a 132-108 win over the Trail Blazers on Monday, the Mavericks improved to 19-10 on the season. Dallas, who were -13 point favorites, covered the spread with the 24-point victory. The total score of 240 points went over the pre-game line of 230.5.</p> <p>After trailing 31-28 at the end of the 1st quarter, Dallas took control by outscoring Portland 34-22 in the 2nd quarter and 40-23 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th quarter with a 102-76 lead, the Mavericks coasted to the win despite being outscored 32-30 in the final period.</p><p>The Mavericks shot 53.3% from the field in their win over the Trail Blazers, with Luka Doncic leading the way with 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. Daniel Gafford was perfect from the field, scoring 23 points, while Kyrie Irving added 20 points, hitting 2 threes at 33.3%.</p> <p>Dallas made 12 threes as a team, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc. Gafford was a force in the 3rd quarter, scoring 12 points, while Doncic added 10 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a shaky 1st quarter where they allowed 31 points, the Mavericks tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up just 22 and 23 points, respectively, in their 132-108 win over the Trail Blazers. Dallas struggled again in the 4th, allowing 32 points, but their strong middle quarters helped secure the victory.</p> <p>The Mavericks were particularly effective at defending the three, holding Portland to just 8 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Blazers to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws. Dallas finished with 10 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Spartans and Rams game? Catch the action at Moby Arena in Fort Collins, CO, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 143 points, and Colorado State is favored by -16.5 vs. San Jose State in a Mountain West conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS VS COLORADO STATE RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose State Spartans +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moby Arena at 9:30 ET on Friday, February 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have Colorado State winning straight-up, we like San Jose State at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Spartans Make it Happen in Fort Collins?</h3><p>San Jose State heads into this game as a 16.5-point underdog, and they are 3-11 this season when labeled as the underdog. They have lost six straight games and have gone just 1-9 in Mountain West Conference play.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Spartans have gone 2-8, and they have lost their last three road games. In their last game, they lost to Fresno State by a score of 69-57.</p><p>San Jose State has struggled against the spread this season, posting an 8-13 record. As the underdog, their ATS mark is 6-8. On the road, their ATS record sits at 4-6 and they have gone 0-3 vs. the spread in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Spartans are 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>San Jose State's over/under record this season is 15-6 and the average over/under line in their games is 138.9. Today's over/under line of 143 is higher than the average scoring total in their games this year of 146.9. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 139.</p><p>In their most recent game, the San Jose State offense put up just 57 points vs. the Fresno State Bulldogs. Overall, they are now averaging 72.8 points per game which is 248th in the country. Alvaro Cardenas Torre led the team in scoring, putting up 12 points. Additionally, Trey Anderson contributed 11 points for the Spartans.</p><p>So far, the Spartans' defense is ranked 240th in the country at 74.9 points per contest. San Jose State will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Fresno State to just 39% shooting in their most recent game.</p><h3>Can Colorado State Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Colorado State has been dominant at home this season, going 12-1 with an average scoring margin of +12.0 points per game. The Rams have won six straight games at home, and their record in the Mountain West is 6-4 compared to their overall record of 18-5.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, Colorado State has a three-game winning streak, and they are 15-3 this season when favored. In their last game, they defeated Boise State by a score of 75-62. Over their last 10 games at home, the Rams have gone 9-1.</p><p>As the favorite, Colorado State has gone 11-7 vs. the spread this season and is 5-5 in their last 10 games as the favorite. At home, the Rams are 8-5 vs. the spread this year and 5-4 in their last 10 home games. Overall, Colorado State has an ATS record of 13-9 this season.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 143 is lower than the average over/under line in Colorado State games this season (147.6). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 139 points. On the year, the over/under record in their games is 10-11-1.</p><p>The Rams' offense finished with 75 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 79.6 points per contest. In terms of three-point shooting, the Rams offense has been good from outside, hitting 36% of their three-pointers on an average of 22.3 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 50%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Colorado State defense is giving up an average of 69.2 points per contest. The Colorado State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 62 points and allowed Boise State to connect on 4 threes.</p>

San Jose State Spartans vs Colorado State Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 2/9/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Lancers and Blue Hose face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose are hosting the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. In this Big South matchup, Longwood is favored bt -1.5 vs. Presbyterian. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Hose.</li><li>Not only will Presbyterian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lancers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers fell to 8-4 on the season after a 98-82 road loss to SMU on Sunday, December 29th. Longwood came into the game as +18.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Longwood allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Longwood put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. They connected on 51.7% of their two-point attempts and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Boopie Miller led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Yohan Traore and Elijah Tucker each added 20 points, with Traore also pulling down 11 rebounds. Matt Cross and Colby Garland chipped in 19 points apiece, with Garland handing out a team-high 11 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside, as the other team made 70% of their two-point attempts, going 21/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 26 free throws at an 83% rate. Longwood gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian's season record fell to 4-8 after a 69-59 loss to South Carolina on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 128, which was under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Presbyterian led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 45. The Blue Hose will look to build on their strong first-half performance as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the way with 27 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/13, hitting 38% of their threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Blue Hose gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Braves versus the Sycamores? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hulman Center in Terre Haute, IN. Bradley is favored by -3.5 in this Missouri Valley conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 157.5 points.</p><h3>BRADLEY BRAVES VS INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana State Sycamores +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hulman Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Sycamores.</li><li>Not only will Indiana State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Braves Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Bradley improved to 10-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over Valparaiso on Sunday, December 29th. The Braves were at home and entered the game as -13.5 favorites.</p> <p>Bradley led 36-30 at halftime but allowed 33 points in the 2nd half while scoring 27. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5, but Bradley did not cover the spread.</p><p>Bradley's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 28% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.7%, and they were strong from the free-throw line, converting 18 of 21 attempts for an 85.7% rate.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger and Darius Hannah each scored 21 points, with Hannah shooting 61.5% from the field and Schwieger hitting 58.3%. Duke Deen added 20 points, while Zek Montgomery contributed 19, despite shooting just 42.1%. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro struggled, hitting only 21.1% of his shots, but still managed 17 points. Kaspar Sepp was efficient, shooting 71.4% and grabbing 15 rebounds.</p><p>Bradley gave up 75 points while holding their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. The Braves allowed 21 two-point field goals on 45 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley's defense limited their opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the line 21 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Indiana State?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Indiana State fell to 6-5 on the season after a 103-83 road loss to Ohio State on Sunday. The Sycamores entered the game as +18.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 52-47 at halftime, Indiana State managed just 36 points in the second half while allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 186, surpassing the over/under line of 158.5.</p><p>Indiana State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They connected on 35.7% of their threes, hitting 10 of 28 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 27 of 32 for 84.4%.</p> <p>Bruce Thornton led the way with 33 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 57.1% from deep. Jaden Daughtry added 25 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 70% from the floor, while Samage Teel contributed 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Indiana State's defense struggled, giving up 103 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 67% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana State's opponent hit 7 of 21 threes, shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 41 times, where they made 28 free throws, a 68% rate. Indiana State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bradley Braves vs Indiana State Sycamores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Anteaters and Mustangs face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mustangs are hosting the game at Mott Athletics Center in San Luis Obispo, CA. UC Irvine come into this Big West conference matchup as the -8.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 158.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CAL POLY MUSTANGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal Poly Mustangs +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mott Athletics Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL POLY MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Mustangs.</li><li>Not only will Cal Poly pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does UC Irvine Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>UC Irvine improved to 10-2 on the season with a 71-63 win over California Baptist on Monday. The Anteaters were -3.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>After trailing 29-25 at halftime, UC Irvine turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Lancers 46-34. The game’s total points ended at 134, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>UC Irvine put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, with a strong 58.5% inside the arc, but they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 4 of 15 attempts (26.7%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Anteaters connected on 11 of 14 shots (78.6%). Bent Leuchten led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Adam Moussa also had a big game, scoring 19 points and hitting 5 of 7 threes (71.4%).</p><p>UC Irvine's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% (24/60). They limited two-point shooting to 45% (15/33).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Anteaters allowed 9 threes on 27 attempts (33%). They sent their opponent to the line just 7 times, where they made 6 free throws (85%).</p><h3>Can Cal Poly Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Cal Poly's season record dropped to 5-8 after an 86-82 loss to Omaha on Saturday. The Mustangs, who were -2 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>In the game, Cal Poly trailed 43-38 at halftime. They scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43, unable to make up the deficit. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, hitting 12 of 30, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 18 of 19 for a 94.7% rate.</p> <p>Marquel Sutton led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Jarred Hyder added 22 points, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip, while Owen Koonce contributed 20 points, also shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Cal Poly gave up 86 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team making 23 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cal Poly's defense held their opponents to 27% shooting, as they hit 8 of 29 threes. The Mustangs also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs Cal Poly Mustangs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

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<p>The Horned Frogs and Wildcats are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Wildcats will host the game at McKale Center in Tucson, AZ. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Arizona is favored by -14.5 vs. TCU in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>TCU HORNED FROGS VS ARIZONA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKale Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Arizona winning straight-up, we like TCU at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Horned Frogs Stand a Chance in Tucson?</h3><h3>TCU Horned Frogs Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>TCU improved to 7-4 on the season with a dominant 82-48 win over Montana State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Horned Frogs were -10.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> 

<p>TCU led 42-25 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bobcats 40-23. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>TCU put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They hit 34.8% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 23 attempts, and were 44.4% on two-pointers, going 16 for 36. Their free-throw shooting was a standout, as they made 26 of 29 for 89.7%.</p> <p>Max Agbonkpolo led the way with 18 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 50% from deep. Noah Reynolds added 15 points despite shooting just 20%, contributing 5 assists. TCU had 14 offensive rebounds and 12 assists as a team.</p><p>TCU's defense held their opponent to just 48 points, despite allowing them to shoot 40% from the field. The Horned Frogs gave up 24 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU's opponent shot 34%, hitting 8 of 23 three-point attempts. TCU also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 26 free throws for 89%.</p><h3>Does Arizona Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Arizona improved to 6-5 on the season with a dominant 94-41 win over Central Michigan on Saturday. The Wildcats, playing at home, were -27.5 favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points ended at 135, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Arizona led 44-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while holding the Chippewas to just 18 points.</p><p>Arizona's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a 54.5% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, thanks in large part to their 70.3% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 34.5% of their shots, going 10-for-29.</p> <p>The Wildcats were also strong at the free-throw line, hitting 12 of 13 attempts for a 92.3% success rate. They dished out 28 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Caleb Love led the way with 24 points in 24 minutes, shooting 60% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range.</p><p>Arizona's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 41 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with the other team hitting 70% of their two-point attempts, going 26/37.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arizona's defense allowed 10 made threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 12 of those attempts, shooting 92%. Additionally, Arizona gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

TCU Horned Frogs vs Arizona Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Ben Lively gets the start for the Reds (59-49, 31-23 away) against Justin Steele and the Cubs (53-53, 27-27 home). Today will be game two of their series, with the Reds leading 1-0. Check out who I like to see who comes out on top in today's Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs matchup.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs -166</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 8:05 ET on Tuesday, August 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO CUBS:</h3><ul><li>In their previous ten games, the Cubs have a record of 8-2.</li><li>The Cubs have gone 4-1 in their five games at home.</li><li>In Ben Lively's 11 starts, the Reds have a record of just 5-6.</li></ul><h3>CINCINNATI REDS HAVE STRUGGLED AGAINST THE NL CENTRAL</h3><p>So far this season, Cincinnati has played in 33 series, going 16-13-4. Their current record of 59-49 is good for first place in the NL Central. On the road, the Reds have gone 31-23 compared to 28-26 at home.</p><p><p>Ben Lively is making his 14th start of the season with a record of 4-6. His ERA stands at 3.76, with opposing hitters batting .242 against him. On the road, he has gone 2-4 with a 3.46 ERA, while at home he is 2-2 and has posted an ERA of 3.59. Teams have managed to slug .436 against him for the season thus far.</p></p><p>Ben Lively's most recent start ended in a quality outing, yet the Reds still fell to the Brewers 3-0. He yielded eight hits and two earned runs over 6 2/3 innings of work.</p><p>This season, the Reds are 6th in the league at 4.9 runs per game. Over their last five games, they have a combined batting average of .241 (18th) leading to 4.6 runs per contest. Overall, they are generating 3.5 walks per game compared to 9 strikeouts. Cincinnati's on-base percentage of .331 has them 5th in the MLB.</p><p>Over the Reds' last five games, Jake Fraley has been the team's leader in home runs with one. On the season, Fraley has blasted 15 long balls and is batting .268.</p><h3>WILL THE CHICAGO CUBS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>On a record of 53-53, the Cubs come into today's game 3rd in the NL Central. When playing at home, they are 27-27 and 26-26 on the road. Chicago has played in 33 series thus far, and have gone 17-12-4. </p><p><p>Justin Steele is set to take the mound for the Cubs with an 11-3 record this season. He's made 19 appearances so far, boasting a 2.87 ERA and 8.21 K/9 rate. His FIP is 3.10 and opponents have a .282 OBP against him.</p></p><p>The Cubs earned a victory in Justin Steele's most recent outing, defeating the Cardinals 10-3. The right-hander pitched six innings, surrendering five hits and one earned run to improve his record to W-L.</p><p>For the season, the Cubs are 9th in batting average, hitting a combined .254. Over their last five games, they have hit .262 which is 6th in that span. Chicago's average of 4.9 runs per game puts them 7th in the league. In terms of home runs, they have gone deep 120 times and have a team slugging percentage of .409.</p><p>Nico Hoerner has been the Cubs' leader in hits this season, boasting a .275 batting average. His slugging percentage is .394 and on-base percentage is .330 entering the game.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 8/1/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Red Wings and Blue Jackets. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Blue Jackets are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Red Wings.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Red Wings to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Red Wings on the moneyline (-101)</li><li>The Red Wings are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Red Wings Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 2-1 victory over the Sabres, the Red Wings improved to 15-18-4. Detroit, favored on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p>

<p>After trailing in the first period, the Red Wings responded with two goals in the second. Dylan Larkin scored both goals for Detroit, each coming on the power play.</p><p>Detroit’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season in the second period. The Red Wings fired 23 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Larkin’s goals came on power plays, with Patrick Kane picking up his 6th assist of the season. Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist, and Lucas Raymond notched his 10th.</p><p>Detroit's defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period but locked things down after that, not allowing another goal. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the Red Wings' defense added 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Blue Jackets?</h3><p>Columbus dropped to 16-16-6 after a 7-2 road loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals went over the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, giving up their first goal just 56 seconds into the game. They allowed five goals in the first period, before finally scoring at 19:11 in the second period.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 offensive giveaways and went without a power play goal. Sean Monahan picked up his fifth assist of the season on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese earned his second assist.</p><p>Columbus struggled defensively, giving up 7 goals on 22 shots from Washington. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but had a save percentage of just 68.2%. The Blue Jackets' defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 17 hits. Five of the goals they allowed came in the first period, and they gave up another at 4:51 in the second and one more at 18:34 in the third.</p>

Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bulls and Eagles. The game is starting at 3:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Eagles at George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, MI. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Mid-American conference contest is set at 143.5 points, with Eastern Michigan being favored by -3.5 at home against Buffalo.</p><h3>BUFFALO BULLS VS EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at George Gervin GameAbove Center at 3:30 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Buffalo Be The Talk of George Gervin GameAbove Center?</h3><p>Buffalo will be looking to snap their five-game losing streak as they head on the road to take on Eastern Michigan. So far this season, the Bulls have gone 2-16, including a 1-5 record in Mid-American Conference play. As the underdog, they have gone 1-12.</p>

<p>On the road, Buffalo has gone just 1-6 this season, with their average margin of defeat sitting at -8.3 points per game. In their last 10 games away from home, they have gone just 2-8.</p><p>Buffalo's ATS record this season is just 6-11, but they have been much better vs. the spread on the road. The Bulls are 6-1 ATS away from home this year and 7-3 in their last 10 road games. As the underdog, Buffalo has gone 6-7 vs. the spread this season and is 5-5 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>Buffalo's over/under record for the season is 6-10-1 and the average scoring total in their games is 145.2 points. So far, 13 of their games have had a higher over/under line than today's line of 143.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 141 points and their over/under record during that stretch is 0-2-1.</p><p>Most recently, the Buffalo offense finished with just 59 points vs. Ball State. For the game, they hit 10/33 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 32.8%. Offensively, the Bulls have a season long field goal percentage of 41%, which is 349th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 400th in percentage and 277th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At present, the Bulls' defense is nationally ranked 292nd, allowing 79.6 points per game. In their most recent game, the Buffalo defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Ball State knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 87 points.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Eagles?</h3><p>Eastern Michigan is 4-3 at home this season, and they are 2-2 when favored. They come into this game with a five-game losing streak, and they are 8-11 overall.</p>

<p>So far, the Eagles have gone 1-6 in Mid-American Conference play, compared to 7-5 in non-conference action. They have a scoring differential of -3.1 points per game at home.</p><p>Eastern Michigan's ATS record this season is 7-9-1, including a mark of 3-4 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Eagles are just 2-7-1 vs. the spread. In their last three home games, Eastern Michigan has gone 1-2 ATS.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Eastern Michigan games is 8-8-1. Today's over/under line of 143.5 is very close to the average over/under line in their games this year (144.1). So far, 9 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Eastern Michigan offense ended with 56 points against Western Michigan. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 32.3% and made 5 threes. Tyson Acuff is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 21.8 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Yusuf Jihad brings a PPG average of 7.7 into the game.</p><p>The Eagles' defense is presently ranked 223rd nationally, allowing an average of 74.9 points per contest. Against Western Michigan, the Eagles' defense gave up 73 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Western Michigan only made 9 free-throws.</p>

Buffalo Bulls vs Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Runnin' Bulldogs and Buccaneers. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buccaneers at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Charleston Southern is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Bulldogs Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb improved to 5-8 on the season with an 84-79 road win over East Carolina on Saturday. The Runnin' Bulldogs entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Gardner-Webb scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-18 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%.</p> <p>Darryl Simmons II led the way with 29 points, hitting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc and shooting 75% overall. Isaiah Richards also had an efficient night, shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 13 rebounds.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 39% from the field on 25 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent hit 46% of their shots, going 18 for 39.</p> <p>From three-point range, Gardner-Webb held the opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 36 times, making 22 for 61%. Gardner-Webb allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Buccaneers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston Southern dropped to 2-11 on the season after an 81-65 loss to Georgia on Sunday, December 22nd. The Buccaneers were +28.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep the final score closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-26 at halftime, Charleston Southern put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Charleston Southern's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they connected on 68.8% of their free throws, going 11-for-16 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly played all 40 minutes, scoring 29 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while De'Shayne Montgomery added 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting in just 22 minutes. Dakota Leffew contributed 19 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and Asa Newell finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Buccaneers couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 51% on 23/45 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston Southern allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 8. The Buccaneers gave up 13 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Cardinals and Orange game? Catch the action at JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, NY, as the Orange hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ACCN. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Syracuse is favored by -8.5 vs. Louisville in a Atlantic Coast conference matchup.</p><h3>LOUISVILLE CARDINALS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisville Cardinals +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at JMA Wireless Dome at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISVILLE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Even though we have Syracuse winning straight-up, we like Louisville at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Louisville Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Through 22 games, Louisville has a record of 7-15, including a 2-9 mark in ACC play. On the road, the Cardinals are just 1-6 this season, and they come into this game with a three-game losing streak away from home.</p>

<p>So far, Louisville has been an underdog in 15 of their 22 games, going just 2-13 in those contests. Overall, they are 5-2 when favored, compared to their 2-13 record as the underdog.</p><p>When looking at Louisville's ATS record this season, they are currently 10-10-2. However, their record vs. the spread when they are the underdog is 8-6-1. On the road, the Cardinals have gone 4-3 vs. the spread this year and their last 10 ATS mark as the underdog is 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 154.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Louisville's games this year (146.6). This season, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and in their last 10 games, it is 7-3.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Louisville offense tallied 101 points in a matchup against Florida State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 54.4%, and they made 3 threes. Coming into the game, the Cardinals offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 30%. On average, they get up 17.7 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 17.5 made free-throws.</p><p>The Cardinals' defense is presently ranked 283rd nationally, allowing an average of 78.0 points per contest. Louisville's three-point defense is currently 172nd in the country at 7.9 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 46.4% of their shots vs. Louisville.</p><h3>Are Syracuse Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Despite losing their last two games, Syracuse is still 12-1 when favored this season. Their average scoring margin at home is +7.2 compared to -6.6 on the road.</p>

<p>Syracuse's record at home this season is 11-2, and they have gone 8-2 over their last 10 games at home.</p><p>When looking at Syracuse's ATS record this season, they are currently 9-13. At home, their ATS mark is 6-7. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Orange have gone 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 154.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Syracuse's games this season (150.6). Currently, the over/under record for Syracuse this season is 11-11. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 155 points.</p><p>Against Wake Forest, the Syracuse had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 75.1 points per game. They scored 70 points and posted a field goal percentage of 40.3% in the game. On the offensive front, the Orange have a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, ranking 250th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 306th in terms of percentage and 245th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Syracuse's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 73.6 points per game. Syracuse's three-point defense is currently 143rd in the country at 7.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 44.2% of their shots vs. Syracuse.</p>

Louisville Cardinals vs Syracuse Orange Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Trojans versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Troy is favored by -2.5 in this Sun Belt conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</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 Troy Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Troy improved to 6-4 on the season with a 77-57 home win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 21st. The Trojans entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Troy took control early, leading 39-25 at halftime, and maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 38-32.</p><p>Troy put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, making just 29.2% on 7-of-24 shooting from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 72%, going 18-of-25.</p> <p>Myles Rigsby led the way with 22 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three and shooting 60% overall. Jelani Hamilton added 18 points, knocking down 5-of-11 from three-point range. Tayton Conerway contributed 13 points and 5 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 57 points, Troy's defense allowed the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, with 19 of those baskets coming from two-point range at a 52% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Trojans held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they made 7 of 24 three-point attempts. Troy also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 for 72%. The Trojans gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Mountaineers?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountaineers dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 68-64 road loss to North Texas on Friday, December 20th. Despite the loss, Appalachian State covered the spread as +11.5 underdogs.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State trailed 33-28 at halftime but outscored North Texas 36-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 132 went over the pre-game line of 123.5.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense shot 52.4% from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 61.9%. They hit 65.2% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, while also making 81.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 21 points, shooting 50% from three-point range (4/8) and adding 5 assists. Brenen Lorient was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 17 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Appalachian State held the other team to 5 made threes on 20 attempts, a 25% success rate. The opposing team also went 15/19 from the free-throw line, shooting 78%. Appalachian State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Troy Trojans vs Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Maple Leafs and Islanders face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Islanders are hosting the game at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. In this Eastern matchup, the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 goals against the Islanders. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS 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 Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Islanders winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Islanders on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Islanders are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Toronto Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Toronto fell to 23-13-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. The Maple Leafs trailed early, giving up a goal at 9:41 in the first period, but William Nylander tied it with a power-play goal at 19:08. The game stayed even until the Wild scored at 2:14 in overtime.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. Toronto, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Their record now stands at 23-13-2.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, scoring on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th assist on the play.</p> <p>Toronto fired 28 shots on goal but came up empty after Nylander's early tally. The Maple Leafs had 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will New York Win at Home?</h3><p>The Islanders fell to 14-17-7 with a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. The Islanders were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>New York found themselves down 2-0 before Casey Cizikas scored at 15:22 in the second period. The Islanders added another goal in the second, but the Rangers pulled away with two more goals in the third period.</p><p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Casey Cizikas scored his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with Nelson's goal coming just 8 seconds before the end of the second period.</p> <p>New York registered 23 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Pierre Engvall and Simon Holmstrom picked up assists on Cizikas' goal, with Holmstrom now having 4 assists this season. Kyle Palmieri and Anders Lee were credited with assists on Nelson's goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders will look to bounce back after giving up 5 goals to the Rangers. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with a save percentage of 89.7%. New York's defense also recorded 12 takeaways and 17 hits. The Islanders tied the game at 3-2 late in the second period, but they allowed two goals in the 3rd, including an empty netter.</p>

<p>Pittsburgh comes into this interleague matchup vs. the Angels looking for a win, as they are 17-20 overall. As for the Angels, they are 13-23 and will be sending José Soriano to the mound vs. Martín Pérez for the Pirates. First pitch from PNC Park is set for 12:35 PM.</p>

<p>The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the Pirates are the favorite on the money line at -133. You can catch this one on SN PT.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS LOS ANGELES ANGELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline -133</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 12:35 ET on Wednesday, May 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ANGELS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Angels 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>Thanks to a nine-run 4th inning for the Angels' offense, they cruised to a 9-0 win over the Pirates in the most recent game of this series. Heading into the game, the Angels were at +113 on the money line.</p>

<p>The starting pitching matchup for this game featured Patrick Sandoval for the Angels, and he went seven innings while striking out seven and didn't give up a run. Sandoval picked up a win in the game, while Quinn Priester went just 4 2/3 innings for the Pirates, giving up three runs on seven hits.</p>

<p>Kevin Pillar and Logan O'Hoppe each homered for the Angels, while Nolan Schanuel scored three times and drove in a run while going 2/6. Mickey Moniak also had a two-hit game and drove in two runs.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is 13-23 overall this season, and they are looking for a road win today vs. the Pirates. The Angels trail the Rangers by 7.5 games in the AL West, and they have yet to play a game against another AL West team this year.</p>

<p>The Angels have dropped five straight series, and their overall series record is 1-9-1. At home, the Angels are just 4-11 this year, and they are 9-12 on the road. So far, they have gone just 3-12 in day games this season.</p><p>When the Angels win, they tend to do so by a comfortable margin, as their average run differential in victories is +4.2. However, they have struggled as the favorite against the run line, going 0-4. Overall, the Angels are 17-19 against the run line this season, with a scoring margin of -1.0 runs per game.</p><p>The Angels have played in 12 games with over/under lines higher than 8.5 runs this season, and in those games, the over has hit 9 times. Their games have averaged 9.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 19-16 overall. Today's over/under line is set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Right-hander José Soriano gets the start for the Angels today as he faces the Pirates on the road. So far this season, he has made six starts and has a record of 1-4 with an ERA of 3.77. Soriano's WHIP for the season is currently 1.29. In his last outing, he pitched well, going six innings and picking up the win. In that start, he didn't give up a run and only allowed three hits. One issue for Soriano has been his walk total, as he is averaging 4.71 walks per nine innings compared to 8.16 strikeouts.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into the game with the league's 7th best home run total, but they are just 19th in the league in runs scored, averaging 4.1 runs per game. This is the same number of runs they are averaging both at home and on the road. As a team, the Angels are batting .243, which is 12th in the league, and their team on-base percentage of .306 is 15th in the league.</p>

<p>Mike Trout has hit 10 home runs this season, which is 2nd in the league, but he is batting just .220. Taylor Ward has been the team's top run producer so far, as his 24 RBIs is 10th in the league, and he is also 5th in the league with 7 homers. Ward is batting .271 for the season.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 17-20 overall this season, and they are 3rd in the NL Central, five games behind the Cubs for the division lead. The Pirates are 2-2 in divisional games this year. The Pirates will be hosting the Angels today, and they are 8-9 at home this year.</p>

<p>The Pirates dropped the series opener vs. the Angels but bounced back to take game two. Overall, the Pirates are 4-6 across their last 10 games. So far, they have been pretty even as the underdog, going 11-10, and they are 5-6 when favored at home this year.</p><p>The Pirates have been a tough team to gauge on the run line this season, as they have a negative run differential overall and have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog than as the favorite. Their run line record is just one game above .500 overall, and they have been slightly better on the run line on the road than at home.</p><p>When the Pittsburgh Pirates play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs just 5.4% of the time. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and their over/under record is 15-22. Their combined run average is 7.6 runs per game, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 8-5. </p><p>Martín Pérez gets the start for the Pirates today and will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Rockies. In that May 3rd start, he took the loss, going 5 1/3 innings and giving up three earned runs. Looking at his overall numbers, Pérez has made seven starts and has a record of 1-2 with a 3.15 ERA. Opposing batters are hitting .264 off Pérez this season. He has made three quality starts and is averaging 6.98 strikeouts per nine innings. Overall, Pérez has allowed six home runs. At home, his ERA is 5.06 compared to 2.39 on the road.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates are averaging just 3.5 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the league. They have been even worse at home, averaging only 2.9 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .221 and have the league's worst isolated power figure at .110.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz are the Pirates' top home run hitters this season, with four and five homers, respectively. Reynolds is also leading the team with 17 RBIs. Over his last seven games, Cruz is batting .261, while Edward Olivares has gone just 4/21 in his last six games.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 5/8/24

<p>The Tigers and Owls are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Owls will host the game at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena in Boca Raton, FL. Memphis is favored by -3.5 in this American Athletic conference contest against Florida Atlantic. The game's over/under currently sits at 159.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS TIGERS VS FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Atlantic Owls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Florida Atlantic pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Memphis Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 10-3 on the season with an 87-70 win over Ole Miss on Saturday. The Tigers, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Leading 38-36 at halftime, Memphis pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Rebels 49-34.</p><p>Memphis put up 87 points in their latest game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on 36.8% of their threes, hitting 7 of 19 attempts, while shooting 52.4% on two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 22 of 31 attempts, good for 71%.</p> <p>Colby Rogers led the way with 28 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep and shooting 62.5% overall. Dain Dainja was efficient as well, making 6 of 7 shots in just 18 minutes. PJ Haggerty contributed 17 points and 6 assists, while Moussa Cisse grabbed 11 rebounds to go along with his 13 points.</p><p>Memphis gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field on 29 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 52% shooting, as their opponents hit 22 of 42 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Memphis' defense allowed 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 22 for 71%. The Tigers gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Owls Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Florida Atlantic Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Florida Atlantic's season record dropped to 6-6 after an 86-69 loss to Michigan State on Saturday, December 21st. The Owls were +13.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 155, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>The Owls trailed 42-29 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Florida Atlantic managed just 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 22 attempts for 18.2%.</p> <p>Tre Carroll led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and 2 of 3 from three. Coen Carr added 17 points and 8 boards, going 7 of 9 from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's defense gave up 86 points, with their opponent shooting 44% from the field. The Owls allowed 31 made field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Florida Atlantic's defense allowed 23 two-point field goals on 48 attempts, a 47% shooting percentage. From three-point range, their opponent shot 38%, hitting 8 of 21 attempts. The Owls also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws, shooting 80%.</p>

<p>At 10:00 ET, the 76ers (+125) will travel to San Francisco to take on the Warriors (-148) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 217 points.</p>

<p>Golden State (-2.5) is currently 16-16 and 10th in the Western Conference, while Philadelphia is 13-18 and 11th in the East. TNT will broadcast this game from Chase Center.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 120-92 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the 76ers Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 13-18 on the season after a 113-107 loss to the Kings on Wednesday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 220, just under the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia led 30-25 after the 1st quarter, but the Kings went on a 10-0 run to take the lead. The 76ers responded with a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring Sacramento 32-23, but they couldn’t hold on in the 4th, as the Kings stormed back with a 33-18 final period.</p><p>Paul George led the 76ers with 30 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 threes at 57.1% from deep in their 113-107 loss to the Kings. Tyrese Maxey added 27 points, though he shot just 30% from beyond the arc, hitting 3 threes.</p> <p>As a team, the 76ers connected on 15 threes, shooting 37.5% from long range and 47.6% overall. George scored 14 points in the 1st quarter, while Maxey added 12 in the 3rd and 9 more in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers had strong showings in the 1st and 3rd quarters but struggled in the 2nd and 4th, giving up 32 and 33 points, respectively, in their 113-107 loss to the Kings. Philadelphia allowed Sacramento to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia did well in limiting the Kings' three-point shooting, holding them to just 9 made threes on 29% shooting. The 76ers also recorded 10 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Do the Warriors Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Warriors dropped to 16-16 on the season after a 113-95 home loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Golden State entered the game as +4 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 208 points fell well short of the 231-point over/under line.</p> <p>A pivotal 12-0 run by Cleveland turned the game, as they went from trailing 49-41 to leading 53-49. Golden State managed just 11 points in the 2nd quarter and were outscored 37-27 in the 3rd, leaving them down 83-65 heading into the 4th. Both teams scored 30 points in the final quarter.</p><p>Moses Moody led the Warriors with 19 points on 87.5% shooting in their loss to the Cavaliers, adding 11 points in the 4th quarter. Jonathan Kuminga contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 26.7% from the field, while Trayce Jackson-Davis added 16 points and 16 boards.</p> <p>Golden State struggled offensively, shooting 33.3% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 23.7% rate. Moody connected on 3 threes, shooting 75% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors were solid in the 2nd quarter, giving up just 20 points, but they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 37 points in their 113-95 loss to the Cavaliers. Overall, they held Cleveland to 45% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Golden State sent Cleveland to the line only 10 times, where they made 7 free throws. The Warriors gave up 18 threes on 38% shooting. They recorded 41 defensive rebounds, allowing 11 offensive boards, and added 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Tommies and Bison face off at 8:00 ET on Summ. The Bison are hosting the game at Scheels Center in Fargo, ND. The over/under for this Summit conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with North Dakota State being favored by -2.5 at home against St. Thomas (MN).</p><h3>ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES VS NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota State Bison -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scheels Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can St. Thomas (MN) Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) dropped to 7-5 on the season after a narrow 81-79 loss to UC Riverside on Sunday. The Tommies, who were +1.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 160, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, St. Thomas mounted a comeback, scoring 47 points in the 2nd half while holding UC Riverside to 37. Despite their strong 2nd half, the Tommies couldn’t complete the comeback on the road.</p><p>St. Thomas put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They hit just 25% of their threes, going 8-for-32, but connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 17-for-20, shooting 85%.</p> <p>The Tommies had only 3 offensive rebounds and 7 assists in the game. Nolan Minessale led the way with 27 points, while Barrington Hargress added 24 points and hit 4 threes. Drake Dobbs contributed 19 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) gave up 81 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. The Tommies allowed 46% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponents went 18/39 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Thomas (MN) allowed 8 made threes on 23 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, shooting 84%. The Tommies gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will North Dakota State Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>North Dakota State improved to 8-4 on the season with a dominant 94-60 win over Bakersfield on Monday. The Bison, who were -9.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>At home, NDSU jumped out to a 51-18 lead by halftime. While they allowed 42 points in the second half, they still managed to score 43 points of their own.</p><p>North Dakota State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks to 70.8% shooting on two-pointers and 37% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bison connected on 30 of 35 attempts, good for 85.7%. Jacksen Moni and Jemel Jones each scored 28 points, with Moni adding 5 assists. Noah Feddersen was nearly perfect, hitting 4 of 5 shots, including 2 for 2 from three-point range.</p><p>North Dakota State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 52% from the field on 27/51 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 17/24 shooting, which is 70%.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents shot 10/27, or 37%. North Dakota State also sent them to the free-throw line 35 times, where they hit 30 free throws, an 85% rate. The Bison gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

St. Thomas (MN) Tommies vs North Dakota State Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Coyotes and Roos game? Catch the action at Swinney Recreation Center in Kansas City, MO, as the Roos hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on Summ. This Summit conference matchup has an over/under of 157.5 points, and Kansas City is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. South Dakota.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES VS KANSAS CITY ROOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Roos -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swinney Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY ROOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Roos.</li><li>Not only will Kansas City pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will South Dakota Be The Talk of Swinney Recreation Center?</h3><h3>South Dakota Coyotes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Coyotes dropped to 6-6 on the season after a 98-81 road loss to Santa Clara on Saturday. Entering the game as +18.5 point underdogs, South Dakota managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>South Dakota trailed 60-39 at halftime but showed resilience by outscoring Santa Clara 42-38 in the second half. The game’s total points reached 179, surpassing the over/under line of 168.5.</p><p>South Dakota put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.7%, with a 51% success rate on two-pointers (25/49) and just 23.8% from beyond the arc (5/21). They also hit 72.7% of their free throws, going 16/22 from the line.</p> <p>Adama-Alpha Bal led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 57.1% from three-point range (4/7). Johnny O'Neil was also efficient, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from deep (4/6), finishing with 15 points and 6 assists. The Coyotes dished out 18 assists as a team and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><p>South Dakota's defense struggled, giving up 98 points on 52% shooting from the field. Their opponent shot 65% on two-pointers, hitting 26 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Dakota allowed 13 threes on 34 attempts, a 38% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 11 times, where they made 7 free throws.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Kansas City as Home Favorites</h3><p>Kansas City improved to 4-7 on the season with a 73-66 home win over East Tennessee State on Saturday. The Roos entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Kansas City led 35-33 at halftime and outscored the Buccaneers 38-33 in the second half. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>The Roos put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.8%, thanks to hitting 52.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 20 of 22 for a 90.9% rate.</p> <p>Quimari Peterson led the way with 30 points, shooting 56.2% overall, while Jamar Brown added 22 points, hitting 60% of his shots. Cameron Faas and Babacar Diallo were efficient as well, both shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Even with Kansas City allowing 66 points, they couldn't capitalize on the defensive end. They gave up 46% shooting from the field, with the opposing team hitting 21 of their 45 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas City allowed 11 threes on 21 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. The Roos also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 90% success rate.</p>

South Dakota Coyotes vs Kansas City Roos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Hockey Club and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Flames being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Stun the Crowd at Scotiabank Saddledome?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-15-6 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5. Utah, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line.</p> <p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas tied it up with 0:01 left in the second period. The Golden Knights then scored the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal, finding the net three times in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Ian Cole scored his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot netted his second goal of the year at 13:10 in the third period, tying the game 3-3.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to two. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored three unanswered goals, with the first two coming late in the second period and the third at 5:37 in the third. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%, while Utah's defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Calgary Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to Edmonton dropped them to 18-12-7 this season. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score reaching 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up in the third before the Oilers pulled away. The Flames’ goals came from Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich.</p><p>Calgary’s offense came up empty in the first period, but Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second. Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third period.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 22 giveaways. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, while Mikael Backlund added his 4th assist. Kevin Bahl also contributed with his 5th assist on Sharangovich’s goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period, including one just 20 seconds in. After the Flames tied the game at 2-2, they conceded a power-play goal at the 9:50 mark of the third period and an empty-netter with three seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

<p>The Panthers and Buccaneers will face off on Sunday, December 29th at 1:00 ET on CBS. The Buccaneers are heavily favored with a money line of -416, and the point spread is -8 in favor of the Buccaneers. This week 17 matchup is an important one for both teams, and the over/under line is set at 49.5 points.</p><h3>CAROLINA PANTHERS VS TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Panthers +8</p><p>This game will be played at Raymond James Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Buccaneers winning this one by a score of 27 to 23</li><li>Even though we like the Buccaneers to win, our ATS pick is to take the Panthers at +8</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 49.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Panthers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Panthers sit at 4-11, ranking 32nd in our power rankings. Carolina has a -11 scoring margin this season but is 7-8 against the spread, including a 7-7 record as an underdog. Their O/U record is 11-4, with the over hitting in two straight games.</p> <p>In week 16, the Panthers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 36-30 win over the Cardinals. They were 5.5-point underdogs but came away with the win, bringing their record to 4-11. The game’s 66 points easily cleared the 47-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Panthers are 24th in our offensive power rankings. They sit 26th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 18.9, and rank 30th in both passing yards (183.5) and total yards per game (295.8). Carolina is 16th in rushing, with 112.3 yards per game, and 27th in 3rd-down conversions, converting 35.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Bryce Young had a strong performance in week 16, posting a passer rating of 107 with 158 yards and 2 touchdowns. Chuba Hubbard rushed for 152 yards on 25 carries, while Adam Thielen led the team with 43 receiving yards on 5 catches. Carolina scored 30 points in regulation and added 6 more in overtime in their win over Arizona.</p><p>In their 36-30 overtime win over the Cardinals, the Panthers' defense gave up 206 rushing yards on just 29 attempts. Despite this, they held Arizona to 176 yards passing and forced one interception. The Panthers allowed just 20 completions and limited the Cardinals to a passing yards per attempt of 5.5. Additionally, they gave up just one passing touchdown and recorded three sacks.<p></p>On the day, the Panthers allowed 382 total yards, with Arizona finding success on the ground. Carolina's defense also struggled on third downs, allowing the Cardinals to convert 46.2% of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Are The Buccaneers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>After three straight wins, the Buccaneers couldn’t keep the streak going in week 16, falling 26-24 to the Cowboys. This dropped Tampa Bay to 8-7, leaving them 2nd in the NFC South. They have a +5 scoring margin this season and are 9-6 against the spread, including a 5-3 record as underdogs. Their O/U record stands at 10-5, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Bucs have a 58.1% chance of making the playoffs and a 51.7% chance of winning the division. They rank 8th in our NFL power rankings. Tampa Bay is 3-4 at home and 5-3 on the road this season.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Buccaneers rank 9th in our offensive power rankings. They are 5th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 28.5, and they rank 3rd in passing yards per game with 246.1. On the ground, Tampa Bay is 7th in rushing yards per game, averaging 143.7. They have been strong on 3rd down, converting 48.4% of their attempts, which ranks 2nd in the league.</p> <p>In week 16, Baker Mayfield threw for 303 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 31 of 43 passes against the Cowboys. Mike Evans led the team with 5 catches for 69 yards, while Bucky Irving had 68 rushing yards and a touchdown on 16 carries. Tampa Bay scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter and converted all 3 of their red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their 26-24 loss to the Cowboys, the Buccaneers' defense allowed just 31 rushing yards on 20 attempts, with Dallas finding more success through the air. The Bucs gave up 286 passing yards on 26 completions, including one touchdown. Despite this, Tampa Bay's defense held Dallas to a 33.3% conversion rate on third downs.<p></p>Tampa Bay managed just one sack in the game and didn't generate more quarterback hits than the Cowboys. The Bucs' defense will be looking to tighten up in the secondary, as Dallas completed 74.3% of their passes in the game.</p>

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