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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Norse and Penguins. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Penguins at Beeghly Center in Youngstown, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 133.5 points, and Youngstown State is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Northern Kentucky.</p><h3>NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE VS YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Youngstown State Penguins -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Beeghly Center at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Not only will Youngstown State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Northern Kentucky Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Northern Kentucky Norse Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Norse improved to 7-7 on the season with a 78-60 win over Green Bay on Saturday, January 4th. Playing at home, they entered the game as -12.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 138 narrowly went over the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading 33-31 at halftime, Northern Kentucky took control in the 2nd half, outscoring Green Bay 45-29 to secure the win.</p><p>Northern Kentucky's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field. They connected on 50% of their three-point attempts, going 13-for-26, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%.</p> <p>Josh Dilling led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 8 from beyond the arc and shooting 77.8% overall. Marcus Hall added 19 points, making 5 of 6 threes, while Trey Robinson and Preston Ruedinger each contributed 3 triples.</p><p>Despite Northern Kentucky's defensive effort, they gave up 60 points on 45% shooting from the field. The Norse allowed 13 three-pointers, with their opponent hitting 50% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Northern Kentucky's opponent went 17/26, shooting 65%. The Norse also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Penguins Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Penguins dropped to 9-6 on the season after a 90-81 road loss to Purdue Fort Wayne on Saturday. Youngstown State came into the game as +6 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 171, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-29 at halftime, Youngstown State put up 52 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49, making it difficult to mount a comeback.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.7% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from deep, connecting on just 29% of their threes (9/31). At the free-throw line, they shot 62.5%, making 10 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Jalen Jackson led the way with 25 points and 7 assists, shooting 64.3% overall and 50% from three. Cris Carroll added 20 points and 12 rebounds, while Chandler Cuthrell contributed 19 points and 8 boards. Rasheed Bello and Nico Galette both shot 50% from three, with Bello scoring 17 points and Galette adding 14.</p><p>Youngstown State gave up 90 points in their last game, with their defense allowing the opposing team to shoot 52% from the field. The Penguins struggled to contain two-point shots, as the other team went 23/40, hitting 57% of their attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Youngstown State's defense allowed 11 threes on 25 attempts, a 44% shooting performance. The opposing team also went 11/18 from the free-throw line, shooting 61%. Despite the defensive struggles, Youngstown State limited the other team to just 2 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Greyhounds and Black Knights. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Black Knights at Christl Arena in West Point, NY. Get ready to place your bets! This Patriot League conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Army is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Loyola Maryland.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Army Black Knights -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Christl Arena at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Black Knights.</li><li>Not only will Army pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Greyhounds Offense Score Enough in West Point?</h3><p>Loyola Maryland improved to 5-7 on the season with an 80-74 win over Lehigh on Sunday. The Greyhounds, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-34 at halftime, Loyola Maryland scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 154 went over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Maryland put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 56.4% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from deep, hitting just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%). At the free-throw line, they were solid, connecting on 27 of 33 attempts (81.8%).</p> <p>Cam Gillus and Jordan Stiemke each scored 25 points, with Gillus hitting 5 of 9 from three-point range. Tyler Whitney-Sidney added 22 points, shooting 40% from beyond the arc. Milos Ilic contributed 18 points and 3 assists, while Joshua Ingram chipped in 12 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Loyola Maryland's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 56% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 22/39 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Maryland held their opponent to just 3/13 shooting, or 23%. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they hit 27 free throws for 81%. Loyola also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Black Knights Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army fell to 4-8 on the season after a 71-63 road loss to Boston on Sunday. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, the Black Knights not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Army trailed 40-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 134 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Army's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while struggling inside the arc with a 39.4% two-point shooting rate. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 50.8%, and they made just 4 of 7 free throws, shooting 57.1% from the line.</p> <p>Michael McNair and Jalen Rucker each scored 17 points, with McNair hitting 5 of 7 threes. Ryan Curry and Josh Scovens added 13 points, with Scovens hitting 3 of 6 from three. Ben Roy also contributed 12 points, shooting 5 of 7 overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Despite Army's defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, going 18/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Army's defense gave up 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 11 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 72%.</p>

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Army Black Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Pacers (-213) are favored by 5.5 points against the Bulls (+177) in a Central Division matchup. Indiana has won three straight games and is currently 8th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 19-18. Chicago is 10th in the East at 17-19 and has won two in a row.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and will tip off at 7:00 ET. The Pacers are 5.5-point favorites and the over/under line is set at 240.5. You can watch the game on CHSN.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-123 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Chicago Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Bulls moved to 17-19 on the season with a 114-110 win over the Spurs on Monday. Chicago, who were +3 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win. The total score of 224 points fell short of the 236.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Chicago's comeback was fueled by an 11-0 run, narrowing the gap from 79-63 to 79-74. They dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring the Spurs 32-15 to seal the win.</p><p>Zach LaVine's 35-point, 10-rebound, 8-assist performance led the Bulls to a win over the Spurs, with LaVine shooting 52% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% rate. Coby White added 23 points, also shooting 50% from the field and 3 threes at 50%, while Nikola Vucevic contributed 24 points and 11 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 2 threes at 22.2%.</p> <p>As a team, the Bulls shot 43.1% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 13 threes. LaVine was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 14 points, while White added 9 in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 36 points in the 2nd quarter, the Bulls tightened up defensively in the 4th, allowing just 15 points to secure a win over the Spurs. Overall, Chicago gave up 110 points on 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Bulls did a good job defending the three, holding San Antonio to 32% shooting from deep, with 15 threes made. They also limited the Spurs' trips to the free-throw line, where they went 7/12. Chicago finished with 12 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pacers Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 113-99 win over the Nets on Monday, the Pacers improved to 19-18 for the season. Indiana, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 212 points fell short of the 221.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key 15-0 run helped the Pacers take control, turning a 48-39 deficit into a 54-48 lead. They dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Brooklyn 31-17, and finished strong with a 35-29 edge in the 4th.</p><p>Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers with 23 points and 8 assists in their win over the Nets, hitting 4 threes at 57.1%. Bennedict Mathurin added 20 points, and Pascal Siakam contributed 19, scoring 11 in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Indiana shot 50.6% from the field, connecting on 12 threes at 38.7%. Haliburton's overall shooting was 41.7%, but he excelled from beyond the arc.</p><p>The Pacers put together a strong defensive performance against the Nets, holding them to just 99 points on 41% shooting. Indiana was especially effective in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 17 points, helping them secure the win.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers limited the Nets to 10 made threes on 30% shooting. Indiana also sent Brooklyn to the line just 11 times, where they made 7 free throws. The Pacers finished with 8 steals and 5 blocked shots.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Cubs (50-51, 23-25 away) travel to take on the Cardinals (46-57, 22-26 home) in game one of this NL Central matchup. Justin Steele is getting the start for the Cubs while Miles Mikolas is starting for the Cardinals. See who I like to pick up the win in today's Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals showdown at Busch Stadium.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs -1.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Busch Stadium at 7:45 ET on Thursday, July 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO CUBS:</h3><ul><li>As the favorite, the Cubs have covered the runline in two straight games.</li><li>The Cardinals have struggled against the runline when favored of late, failing to cover in two straight times.</li><li>In Justin Steele's three most recent starts, the Cubs are 2-1.</li></ul><h3>CHICAGO CUBS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On a record of 50-51, the Cubs come into today's game 3rd in the NL Central. When playing at home, they are 27-26 and 23-25 on the road. Chicago has played in 31 series thus far, and have gone 15-13-3. </p><p><p>Justin Steele has been a force to be reckoned with this season, boasting an impressive 10-3 record and 2.95 ERA across 18 appearances. He has 96 strikeouts on the year, averaging 8.33 per nine innings, and his WHIP stands at 1.11. On the road, he is 3-1 with an ERA of 2.94, while at home he is 7-2 with a 3.18 ERA.</p></p><p>Justin Steele earned the victory in his latest start, surrendering two earned runs and six hits over 6 1/3 frames against St. Louis. The Cubs emerged victorious with a 4-3 scoreline to cap off the contest.</p><p>The Cubs have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 15 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 5th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 16th in home runs and 14th in slugging percentage. Overall, Chicago is averaging 4.9 runs per game (9th).</p><p>Nico Hoerner has been a consistent presence for the Cubs' offense this season, boasting a .280 batting average and .397 slugging percentage. In the team's last ten games, Hoerner has been particularly impressive, leading Chicago with hits and hitting an impressive .352.</p><h3>WILL THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>St. Louis heads into today's game ranked 4th in the NL Central on an overall record of 46-57. The Cardinals have won three straight series at home and have an overall home record of 22-26. Against the runline, their overall record is 52-51, including going 21-27 vs. the runline at home. When looking at their over/under mark, the Cardinals are 53-47.</p><p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starter Miles Mikolas has a 6-5 record and an ERA of 4.33 this season. On the road, his ERA is 4.11, but it rises to 5.27 when he pitches at Busch Stadium. His WHIP is 1.31 and opposing teams are hitting .277 against him with a slugging percentage of .413.</p></p><p>Miles Mikolas was unable to secure a victory in his last start against the Cubs, ending with a no-decision. He yielded five runs on 11 hits across five innings, but the Cardinals ultimately fell 8-6.</p><p>For the season, the Cardinals' offense is averaging 4.8 runs per game. Over their last ten games they have swung the bats well, sitting 7th in the league in scoring, with a total of 57 runs. Overall, St. Louis' team batting average is .258, putting them 6th in the MLB.</p><p>Nolan Gorman has been a major contributor to the Cardinals' offensive success in 2023, leading the team with 22 home runs and 65 RBIs. His slugging percentage of .503 is also a testament to his impressive performance this season.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 7/27/23

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<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Runnin' Utes game? Catch the action at Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Runnin' Utes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PACN. The Cougars are favored in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 152.5 points.</p><h3>BYU COUGARS VS UTAH RUNNIN' UTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Runnin' Utes +4</p><p>This game will be played at Jon M. Huntsman Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH RUNNIN' UTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Runnin' Utes.</li><li>Not only will Utah pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for BYU as Away Favorites</h3><p>BYU is entering their 9th game of the season, with a perfect 8-0 record. In their last three road games, which includes games from last year, BYU has a 2-1 record. Up to this point, BYU has a perfect 7-0 record vs. the spread heading into today's game. When playing away, the Cougars are 2-0 vs. the spread, while at home they are a flawless 5-0 ATS.</p><p>After eight games, BYU has an over/under record of 2-5-0, with their games averaging a combined 150.9 points per game so far. The Cougars' have recorded an over/under record of 1-2 in their last three games, with their games averaging 157 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the BYU offense ended with 85 points against Fresno State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 49.3% and made 11 threes. The BYU offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 32.9 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 39% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>So far this season, the BYU defense has been performing well, ranking 8th in the country at 59.0 points allowed per contest. In their previous game vs. Fresno State, the Bulldogs finished with a field goal percentage of 46% and a total of 56 points vs. BYU.</p><h3>Can Utah Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>Utah's game against BYU will be their ninth of the year and they currently hold a 6-2 record. In their two road games, the Runnin' Utes are undefeated, while they have a 3-2 record at home. Heading into their game against BYU, Utah holds a 5-2 ATS record. Over their last five games, the team has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Utah's games have, on average, featured 151.1 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-2-1. Their average over/under line is currently 141.4 points so far. In their most recent three games, the Runnin' Utes' over/under record is 2-0-1, with their games averaging 155 points per game.</p><p>The Utah offense is coming off a game in which they scored 79 points vs. Hawaii. Overall their field goal percentage was 52.6% while connecting on 5 threes. Offensively, the Runnin' Utes hold a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, placing them 112nd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 66th in terms of percentage and 94th in three-pointers made.</p><p>On the defensive side, Utah is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 72.4 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Utah's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 36.2% this season.</p>

BYU Cougars vs Utah Runnin' Utes Betting Pick & Prediction 12/9/23

<p>From American Family Field in Milwaukee, we have the Cubs and Brewers facing off in an NL Central matchup. The Cubs are 38-45, while the Brewers have won five straight and are 49-33 overall. Chicago is 5th in the NL Central, while the Brewers are on top of the division.</p>

<p>Justin Steele is starting for the Cubs, while the Brewers are going with Tobias Myers. Milwaukee is favored on the money line, and the over/under line is 8.5 runs. This one can be seen on MARQ, and the Brewers are -112 compared to the Cubs at -106.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BREWERS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline -112</p><p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 4:10 ET on Saturday, June 29th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS BREWERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Brewers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Brewers 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>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Brewers vs Cubs series. Milwaukee went into the matchup as the slight favorites at -133 and squeaked out a 4-2 win. Chicago had a chance to tie or win the game in the 9th inning but could only muster two runs.</p>

<p>Colin Rea got the start for the Brewers and went just 5 1/3 innings while giving up two runs and striking out eight. He picked up a win in the game, while Trevor Megill got the save. Jameson Taillon had a decent outing for the Cubs, going six innings and giving up three earned runs.</p>

<p>Milwaukee's offense was led by Jackson Chourio, who went 2/3 with a home run and four RBIs. He scored what turned out to be the game-winning run in the 5th inning. Seiya Suzuki also had a two-hit game for the Brewers.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 38-45, the Cubs are 5th in the NL Central, just a half-game behind the Reds for 4th place. So far, they have gone just 9-18 in divisional games. The Cubs are also 11.5 games behind the Brewers for the NL Central lead.</p>

<p>Chicago has struggled on the road, going 16-27 this season compared to a 22-18 mark at home. As the favorite, the Cubs are 20-20 this year and 18-25 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Cubs are 9-14-2 and have dropped two straight series.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Cubs have been a better bet on the road than at home, going 24-19 compared to 15-25. They've been a better bet as an underdog (28-15) than as a favorite (11-29). Their average run differential in winning games is +2.9, while it's -3.1 in losses.</p><p>Chicago Cubs games have hit the over 35 times and the under 45 times this season, and their games have had an average run total of 8 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, the over has gone 9-8 in those games. So far this season, 27.7% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs, while 51.8% have had lower lines.</p><p>Left-hander Justin Steele gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Brewers on the road. He has made 11 starts this year and has a record of 0-3 with an ERA of 3.08. Steele has pitched well recently, turning in five straight quality starts. In his last outing, he went 7 1/3 innings vs. the Giants, giving up two earned runs, and finished with a no-decision. Steele has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings. So far, he has allowed eight home runs and is averaging 9.09 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>For the season, the Cubs are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. They have been a bit better at home, averaging 4.3 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .229, and their team on-base percentage of .311 is 12th in the league. Chicago's offense is 17th in home runs and is also near the bottom of the league in slugging and OPS.</p>

<p>Christopher Morel has been the Cubs' top power threat this season, as he has 15 homers, which is 11th in the league. However, he is batting just .199 for the season and has gone 5/24 in his last seven games. Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ are tied for 2nd on the team with 10 homers apiece, with Happ batting .229 and Suzuki at .266. Suzuki has gone 8/29 in his last seven games, and Happ is currently on a three-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3><p>Milwaukee is currently 49-33 overall, putting them 1st in the NL Central, leading the Cardinals by 6.5 games. The Brewers have won five straight games, and they are 19-9 against other teams in the NL Central. Their winning streak has included taking the first game of this series vs. the Cubs.</p>

<p>At home, the Brewers are 26-12 this year and 23-21 on the road. As the home team, Milwaukee has won six straight games. So far, they are 28-15 as the favorite and 21-18 as the underdog. Milwaukee's overall series record is 15-8-2, and they are 7-3 over their last 10 games.</p><p>The Brewers are 44-38 against the run line this season, including a 19-19 record at home. Their average run differential is +0.9 runs per game, and they have covered the run line in four straight games at home. When they are the underdog, they are 26-13 against the run line, compared to 18-25 when they are the favorite.</p><p>The Milwaukee Brewers are home against the Chicago Cubs today, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The Brewers have had an average combined run average of 8.8 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 44-35. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 21-15. So far this season, 15.9% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Tobias Myers is getting the start for the Brewers today and has been pitching well, coming in with a record of 5-2 and an ERA of 3.12. So far, he has made 10 starts and three of them have been quality starts. Myers' WHIP for the season is 1.11, and opponents are batting .214 off the right-hander this year. In his last outing, he went five innings and gave up one earned run, picking up the win. Myers has won each of his last four starts. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.79 strikeouts and 2.77 walks.</p><p>William Contreras and Willy Adames have been the Brewers' top power threats this season, with Contreras having gone deep nine times and Adames leading the team with 13 homers. Adames' 54 RBIs are also the best on the team and 9th in the league. However, Adames is batting just .235 for the season, and Contreras is hitting .289. Rhys Hoskins is also near the top of the Brewers' home run leaderboard, as he has hit 11 homers but is batting just .223.</p>

<p>Over the team's last nine games, Brice Turang has gone 12/39 with one homer and seven RBIs, while Jackson Chourio has also gone deep twice in this stretch while batting .370. Chourio is also on a five-game hitting streak.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction 6/29/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Great Danes and Pioneers. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Pioneers at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Sacred Heart is favored by -3.5 against Albany in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 11:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Even though we have Sacred Heart winning straight-up, we like Albany at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Great Danes Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Albany fell to 4-6 on the season after a 77-70 loss to Drexel on Saturday. The Great Danes, who were -2.5 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p> <p>Albany trailed 37-23 at halftime but made a strong push in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while allowing 40. Despite the comeback effort, they couldn’t overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Albany's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 19 attempts for a 10.5% rate, but excelled inside, connecting on 65.8% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Great Danes were nearly perfect, making 14 of 15 attempts for 93.3%. Amar'e Marshall led the team with 19 points, while Kobe MaGee added 17, hitting 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Albany gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, including 65% on two-point attempts (25/38). However, Albany managed to limit their opponents' success from beyond the arc, holding them to just 2/19 shooting (10%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Albany's opponents were efficient, hitting 14/15 attempts (93%). Albany also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Pioneers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Sacred Heart dropped to 4-6 on the season after an 83-73 loss to Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Pioneers went into the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> <p>After trailing 42-39 at halftime, Sacred Heart was unable to close the gap, scoring 34 points in the second half while allowing 41.</p><p>In their latest game, Sacred Heart put up 73 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 40.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 22 attempts, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 14 of 18 for 77.8%.</p> <p>Khaden Bennett led the way with 23 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 37.5% from deep. Amarri Monroe added 19 points, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. Amiri Stewart contributed 18 points, knocking down 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Sacred Heart's defensive efforts, they allowed 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Pioneers struggled to contain their opponent inside, giving up 66% on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacred Heart's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws (73%).</p>

Albany Great Danes vs Sacred Heart Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

The men of NASCAR will be at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for July 4 Weekend. Much like last week’s doubleheader at Pocono, this was actually scheduled, but it will still take some getting used to, as NASCAR is usually down at Daytona for the holiday.

For the last 21 years, the Coke Zero 400 occupied the weekend around Independence Day. The second stop at Daytona will now be at the end of August and the Big Machine Hand Sanitizer 400 is now on the holiday weekend.

Many people still lovingly refer to this race as the Brickyard 400. Barring overtime, the race will be exactly 400 miles around the 2.5-mile rectangular oval track. That means 160 laps around the iconic speedway will decide a winner. The last two years, this race has been run in September. Now it returns to the heat of summer.

Here are the odds for the Big Machine Hand Sanitizer Brickyard 400 Presented by Big Machine Records at Indianapolis Motor Speedway from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a>:
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<td width="295">Kevin Harvick</td>
<td width="295">+440</td>
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<td width="295">Kyle Busch</td>
<td width="295">+495</td>
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<td width="295">Denny Hamlin</td>
<td width="295">+495</td>
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<td width="295">Martin Truex Jr</td>
<td width="295">+770</td>
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<td width="295">Brad Keselowski</td>
<td width="295">+880</td>
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<td width="295">Joey Logano</td>
<td width="295">+1250</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Blaney</td>
<td width="295">+1320</td>
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<td width="295">Chase Elliott</td>
<td width="295">+1520</td>
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<td width="295">Erik Jones</td>
<td width="295">+2750</td>
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<td width="295">Kurt Busch</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">Aric Almirola</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">Clint Bowyer</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">William Byron</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">Alex Bowman</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">Matt DiBenedetto</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">Jimmie Johnson</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
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<td width="295">Christopher Bell</td>
<td width="295">+8800</td>
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<td width="295">Tyler Reddick</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">Austin Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">Matt Kenseth</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Newman</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">Ricky Stenhouse Jr</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">Chris Buescher</td>
<td width="295">+33000</td>
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<td width="295">Cole Custer</td>
<td width="295">+33000</td>
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<td width="295">Darrell Wallace Jr</td>
<td width="295">+33000</td>
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<td width="295">John Hunter Nemechek</td>
<td width="295">+105000</td>
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<td width="295">Michael McDowell</td>
<td width="295">+210000</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Preece</td>
<td width="295">+210000</td>
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<td width="295">Ty Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+210000</td>
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<td width="295">Corey Lajoie</td>
<td width="295">+275000</td>
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<td width="295">Brennan Poole</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">Daniel Suarez</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">JJ Yeley</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">Joey Gase</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">Timmy Hill</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">BJ McLeod</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">Quin Houff</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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</table>
Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch top the list once again, but Denny Hamlin also gets some love with a short price this week. Only two other drivers, Martin Truex Jr. and Brad Keselowski draw single-digit prices. Harvick is the reigning champ, having gone 16 years between wins in this race.

We’ve got some good price plays lurking out there for the race, so we’ll see if we can’t pick out the right driver at a good number.
<h3><strong><u>Standings Update</u></strong></h3>
As crazy as it is, we’re not that far away from the midpoint of the NASCAR season. Including the playoffs, there were 36 races on the schedule. A lot of moving and shifting has had to take place but this is the 16th race of the season. The playoffs begin on September 6 at Darlington, so there are nine more races in the regular season.

After running first and then second at Pocono, Kevin Harvick remains the points leader with 581. He has a big lead over Ryan Blaney, who now sits in second with 529 points. Blaney has the most stage points with 161. Brad Keselowski is third with 514 and then Chase Elliott with 510 and Denny Hamlin with 506 round out the top five. All five drivers have a win.

Joey Logano and Martin Truex Jr. are tied for sixth with 500 points. Alex Bowman is eighth with 464 points. Those are the only eight drivers with wins. The playoffs are limited to the top 16 drivers in points or those that have a win and are in the top 30 in points.

If the playoffs started this week, Aric Almirola, Kurt Busch, Kyle Busch, Jimmie Johnson, Clint Bowyer, Matt DiBenedetto, William Byron, and Erik Jones would be in as “wild cards”, in that they are in the top 16 in points, but don’t have a win. Jones is 14 points ahead of Austin Dillon for the last playoff spot. Byron is 31 points ahead of Jones for 15th.
<h3><strong><u>IMS</u></strong></h3>
Indianapolis Motor Speedway is known for its iconic strip of brick, a jug of milk, and is the only race track to be deemed a National Historic Landmark. The stands can accommodate 400,000 people. It will accommodate zero fans this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It takes a little while to get around the 2.5-mile track with relatively flat turns at just 9.2 degrees across the board. The Xfinity Series drivers will also be running on the road course for the Pennzoil 150, but the Cup Series will run the traditional oval.

Race fans and bettors might be surprised to find out that somewhere between 20-30% of this race typically runs under caution. There were nine cautions for 48 laps last year. There were 10 cautions for 39 laps in 2018. There were 14 cautions for 55 laps in 2017, as the race was red-flagged for rain once and stopped for crashes twice. There were eight cautions for 34 laps in 2016. Hopefully the drivers can keep the cars clean and match the 2014 race, which was run in 2:39:41, second only to the 2013 race that came in at 2:36:22 dating back to 2000.
<h3><strong><u>Track History</u></strong></h3>
Kevin Harvick has led 321 laps in his 19 races at the Brickyard. He has two wins, seven top-five finishes, and 13 top-10 results. As such, he is clearly a deserving favorite for this race. For his career, he has averaged a top-10 finish at this track.

The most laps led among active drivers actually goes to Kyle Busch, who has led 324 career laps over his 19 races. Busch has 11 top-10 finishes and won twice, back in 2015 and 2016. He only has three other top-five finishes to go along with those two victories.

Any way you slice it, though, Harvick and Busch are easily the most accomplished active drivers here that remain in good form. Jimmie Johnson has the most wins among active drivers with four, but the last one came in 2012 and he has one top-five finish in his last six tries at IMS.

Denny Hamlin has eight top-10 finishes in 14 career races at IMS. He has yet to win a race, but has five top-five finishes. Joey Logano also runs pretty well here, but has not won a race. He has seven top-10 finishes out of 11 races and four top-five finishes. Hamlin has led 112 laps and Logano has led 66.

The reason why Keselowski is one of the other drivers in single digits is that he has a win, another top-five finish, and five top-10 finishes in 10 career races with 108 laps led. Only Busch, Harvick, and Hamlin have more among active drivers.

Truex is getting an undue level of respect based on past performances. He hasn’t won here and only has one top-five finish, which came back in 2015.
<h3><strong><u>The Others</u></strong></h3>
Guys like Ryan Blaney and Chase Elliott don’t have the same track history as the others. In five career starts at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Blaney’s best finish is seventh, which came last September. Elliott’s best finish also came last year when he finished ninth. This will also be his sixth start at Indianapolis.

Alex Bowman has not fared well here at all in four tries. His best finish is 21st, though he did win on the big track at Auto Club Speedway earlier this year. He also only has two top-five finishes this season after showing a lot of speed early in the year. He is a guy to bypass this week it would seem.

Kurt Busch has six top-10 finishes in 19 tries at this track, but has only led 22 laps and only has one top-five finish. Clint Bowyer has back-to-back fifth-place finishes here and actually led the most laps in 2018. He’s never won here, but has four top-five finishes in his career and five top-10 results.

Aric Almirola, with four straight top-five finishes, and William Byron, who was fourth here last year, are moderately interesting at +3300, but those are pizza money bets. Erik Jones ran second two years ago and is +2750.
<h3><strong><u>Picks</u></strong></h3>
Well, it sure looks like a chalky pick will be good here in all likelihood.

Among the top guys, Busch has been lighting money on fire this season with an 0-for-15 drought, so he is hard to take until he wins one. Harvick could very well win, but that’s a short price on him. Truex doesn’t have the results here for whatever reason and really hasn’t been that great this year. Either Hamlin or Keselowski looks good this week, with the nod in this preview going to Keselowski.

Joey Logano is also worth a bet at 12/1. Logano won Stage 1 last year and finished second for the overall race. He’s also spent ample time near the front of the pack in 2017 and 2018 as well.

Coverage of the Big Machine Hand Sanitizer 400 will be on NBC with a 4 p.m. ET start time on Sunday July 5.

2020 Big Machine Hand Sanitizer 400 at the Brickyard NASCAR Betting Odds & Predictions

<p>From Truist Park in Atlanta, we have the Reds and Braves facing off in an NL matchup. First pitch for this one is set for 12:20 PM ET. BSOH is carrying this game on TV.</p>

<p>The over/under line for Wednesday's game is at 8.5 runs, and the Braves are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -137. The Reds are +115 on the money line. Frankie Montas is starting for the Reds, and he is facing off against Allan Winans. Winans and the Braves are 54-45, while the Reds are 48-53.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline +115</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 12:20 ET on Wednesday, July 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The most recent game o of this Reds and Braves series came right down to the end, as the Reds rallied late for a 4-1 win. Cincinnati's offense got off to a fast start, scoring one run in the first and adding two more in the 3rd. As for the Braves, they scored their only run in the 5th.</p>

<p>Will Benson was the difference for the Reds, as he homered twice, scored three times, and finished with two RBIs. Jeimer Candelario and Elly De La Cruz each had two hits and two RBIs. Marcell Ozuna was the only Braves hitter to have more than one hit.</p>

<p>Hunter Greene pitched well for the Reds in this one, going seven innings and striking out seven without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Reynaldo Lopez took the loss for the Braves.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 48-53 overall and 4th in the NL Central, where they trail the Brewers by 10 games. The Reds are 12-14 against other teams in the NL Central this season. Cincinnati is on the road today, leading the Braves 1-0 in the series.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 25-28 this season, and they have gone 23-25 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 47 games, going 25-22 in those matchups. As the underdog, the Reds are 23-31 this season. Cincinnati's overall series record is 11-18-3, and they are 5-5 over their last 10 games overall.</p><p>When the Reds win, they tend to do so by a decent margin, averaging a 3.7-run margin of victory. That has helped them to a solid 54-47 run line record on the season, including a 31-17 mark on the road. Cincinnati has been a better run line bet as an underdog, going 33-21, compared to 21-26 as a favorite.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds are on the road today against the Atlanta Braves, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The Reds have a combined run average of 8.5 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 45-52. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 9-8, and 51.5% of their games have had higher lines than 8.5 runs. Their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Cincinnati is sending Frankie Montas to the mound today, and he comes in with a record of 4-8 and an ERA of 4.85. So far this year, he has made 18 starts, and opponents are batting .233 off Montas this year. In his 18 appearances, he has turned in six quality starts. Montas' ERA on the road is 6.8, and he has a record of 3-3 away from home. The right-hander most recently faced the Nationals, where he gave up seven earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been swinging a hot bat of late for the Reds, going 10/28 in his last seven games with two homers and four RBIs. For the season, he is batting .258 and is 13th in the league with 17 home runs. Spencer Steer and Jeimer Candelario are also near the top of the Reds' home run leaderboard, with 15 and 16 homers, respectively. Steer leads the team with 61 RBIs.</p>

<p>Overall, the Reds are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 14th in the league. Their team batting average of .230 is 22nd in the league, and they are also one of the worst teams in terms of striking out. As a team, the Reds are 12th in home runs and have a collective OPS of .699.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>Atlanta is looking to bounce back today vs. the Reds, having dropped three straight games. Currently, they trail the Phillies by nine games in the NL East. So far, they are 14-12 in divisional games. The Braves are 54-45 overall and are 30-20 at home.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Braves have gone 50-36 this year compared to 4-9 as the underdog. Atlanta has dropped three straight games as the home favorite. Their overall series record is 18-12-3, and they are 4-6 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Braves win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.6. But when they lose, they lose by an average of 3.1 runs. Their overall run line record is 45-54, with a run line record of 21-29 at home and 24-25 on the road. They are 39-47 against the run line as the favorite and 6-7 as the underdog.</p><p>The Atlanta Braves are playing at home against the Cincinnati Reds today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Braves games this season is 7.9, and their over/under record is 34-60. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Braves have gone 9-18 this season. The over/under line for 36.4% of their games this season has been set at 8.5 runs, and the under has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Allan Winans is getting the start for the Braves at home against the Reds. In his first start of the season, Winans took the loss after going 5 innings and giving up 6 earned runs on 8 hits. He did strike out 7 batters, but also gave up a home run.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been on a tear of late for the Braves, going 8/18 in his last five games with two homers. Ozuna is also on a 10-game hitting streak and comes into the game with a team-high 28 homers and 79 RBIs. Travis d'Arnaud has also been swinging a hot bat, going 6/10 in his last three games, including two homers.</p>

<p>For the season, the Braves are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 18th in the league. As a team, they are batting .240, which is 14th in the league, and they have the league's 10th best home run total. Overall, their slugging percentage and OPS are both right around the league average.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 7/24/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Owls and 49ers face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The 49ers are hosting the game at Halton Arena in Charlotte, NC. Florida Atlantic is favored by -6 in this American Athletic conference matchup the against Charlotte. The over/under for the game is set at 155.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS VS CHARLOTTE 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte 49ers +6</p><p>This game will be played at Halton Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the 49ers.</li><li>Not only will Charlotte pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Owls Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Florida Atlantic Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Florida Atlantic evened their record at 7-7 with a 78-76 win over East Carolina on Sunday. The Owls, who were -2 point favorites going into the game, pushed against the spread. The total points for the game were 154, exceeding the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>FAU led 40-36 at halftime and scored 38 points in the second half, while allowing 40 points to the Pirates.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 53.4% from the field and hitting 50% from beyond the arc, knocking down 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they dished out 24 assists in the win.</p> <p>C.J. Walker led the way with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Jordan Riley added 19 points. Tre Carroll and Ken Evans Jr. each chipped in 17 points, with Evans hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip. Leland Walker also contributed 14 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Even though Florida Atlantic gave up 76 points, their defense held the opposing team to just 38% shooting from the field. The Owls limited their opponents to 42% on two-point attempts, with a shooting line of 24/57.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Florida Atlantic's defense was effective, allowing only 5 made threes on 19 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 25 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 52%.</p><h3>Will Charlotte Win at Home?</h3><p>Charlotte’s season record fell to 6-8 after a 68-55 road loss to Rice on Saturday. The 49ers entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Charlotte trailed 31-25 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 30 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Charlotte 49ers managed just 55 points, shooting 37.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, with a two-point shooting rate of 40.6% (13/32) and 33.3% from beyond the arc (7/21). At the free-throw line, they hit 72.7% of their attempts, going 8/11.</p> <p>Nik Graves led the way for Charlotte, scoring 23 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. He shot 58.3% from the field, including 50.0% from three-point range (4/8). Kellen Amos added 12 points, hitting all 3 of his field goal attempts.</p><p>Charlotte's defense gave up 68 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field, including 52% on two-pointers (18/34). From beyond the arc, they held the opponent to 31% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the opposition shot 87%, making 14 of 16 attempts. Charlotte also allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Florida Atlantic Owls vs Charlotte 49ers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Jaguars. The game is starting at 3:30 ET on HBCU, and it's hosted by the Jaguars at F. G. Clark Activity Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Southern as the -7 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 140 points.</p><h3>BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS VS SOUTHERN JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bethune-Cookman Wildcats +7</p><p>This game will be played at F. G. Clark Activity Center at 3:30 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-71 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Even though we have Southern winning straight-up, we like Bethune-Cookman at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Wildcats?</h3><p>On the season, Bethune-Cookman has gone 14-14, including an 8-6 record in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. On the road, they have struggled, going just 3-11. Their average scoring margin away from home is -9.9 points per game, and they have lost three straight road games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Bethune-Cookman has gone 4-10 this season. They have been the underdog in 14 games compared to being favored in 11. In their last game, they beat Alabama A&M by a score of 63-61. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone just 2-8.</p><p>As the underdog, Bethune-Cookman has an ATS record of 7-7 this season and they are 13-12 overall vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-8 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Bethune-Cookman's over/under record this season is 13-12 and the average over/under line in their games is 145.3. Today's over/under line of 140 is lower than the average scoring total in their games this year of 145.4. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 139 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Bethune-Cookman offense concluded with only 63 points against Alabama A&M. Throughout the game, they made 4/15 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 35.2%. On the offensive front, the Wildcats have a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, ranking 300th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 361st in terms of percentage and 321st in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Bethune-Cookman defense is giving up an average of 73.6 points per contest. So far, the Bethune-Cookman defense is giving up an average of 10.2 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13.8 times per game (697th).</p><h3>Is It the Jaguars Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Coming off a two-game losing streak, Southern will look to get back on track against Bethune-Cookman. Southern is 16-11 on the season and 9-4 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play. The Jaguars have been much better at home, going 7-1 compared to 5-10 on the road.</p>

<p>On the season, Southern has been favored in 12 games, going 9-3 in those contests. Most recently, Southern lost to Grambling State by a score of 63-57. Over their last 10 games at home, Southern is 9-1.</p><p>When looking at Southern's ATS record this season, they are currently 11-12. At home, their ATS mark is 6-2. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Jaguars are 6-4 vs. the spread. In their last 3 home games, Southern's ATS record is 1-2.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 140 is lower than the average over/under line in Southern's games this season (144.7). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 130 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Southern offense ended with 57 points against Grambling State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 41.2% and made 8 threes. Tai'reon Joseph is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 20.5. Meanwhile, Brandon Davis also brings a PPG average of 12.4 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Jaguars' defense is nationally ranked 111st, allowing 70.0 points per game. Southern's three-point defense is currently 37th in the country at 5.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.3% of their shots vs. Southern.</p>

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs Southern Jaguars Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Owls and Pirates face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Pirates are hosting the game at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and East Carolina is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Temple.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS EAST CAROLINA PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Minges Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will East Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Owls Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Temple improved to 8-5 on the season with a 91-85 win over Wichita State on Friday, January 3rd. The Owls, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game ended at 176, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Temple trailed 39-37 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 54 points while allowing 46.</p><p>Temple's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 50% field goal percentage. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 45% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage stood at 58.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 77.4%, making 24 of 31 attempts.</p> <p>Justin Hill led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 24 points, while Quincy Ballard contributed 12 points and a team-high 13 rebounds. Quante Berry and Steve Settle III were both efficient from deep, each hitting 2 of 3 attempts from long range.</p><p>Temple's defense struggled, giving up 85 points while allowing opponents to shoot 50% from the field. The Owls allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple's defense conceded 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent the opponent to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Temple gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will East Carolina Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>East Carolina Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>East Carolina fell to 6-7 on the season after a narrow 78-76 home loss to Florida Atlantic on Sunday. The Pirates entered the game as +2 underdogs, and the result was a push against the spread. The total points of 154 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>ECU trailed 40-36 at halftime but managed to outscore the Owls 40-38 in the 2nd half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>East Carolina managed to score 76 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.2% from the field and 26.3% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 52% of their attempts.</p> <p>Offensive rebounding was a strength, as they pulled down 25 boards on that end. C.J. Walker led the way with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Jordan Riley added 19 points. Ken Evans Jr. and Tre Carroll each contributed 17 points, with Evans hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip.</p><p>East Carolina's defense gave up 78 points, but they held the opposing team to 38% shooting from the field. The Pirates allowed 42% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 24 of 57 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Carolina's defense limited the opposition to 5 made threes on 19 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. The Pirates also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 13, shooting 52%.</p>

Temple Owls vs East Carolina Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The forecast from Minneapolis on Tuesday calls for temperatures in the low 80s and partly cloudy skies. The Twins and Royals are set to face off at 7:40 PM ET at Target Field in Minneapolis. The money line odds have the Royals at -110 compared to the Twins at -109, and the over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>The Twins are 66-52 this season, while the Royals are 65-54, and both teams are chasing the Indians in the AL Central. Kansas City is starting Seth Lugo, while the Twins have Zebby Matthews on the mound. BSN is carrying this game on TV.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS KANSAS CITY ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -109</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 7:40 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Twins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was all Minnesota in the last game of this series, as the Twins took down the Royals by a score of 8-3. The Twins offense only had two more hits than the Royals and struck out 12 times, but still picked up a convincing win. Heading into the game, they were favored at -163 on the money line.</p>

<p>Kansas City got on the board first with one run in the first inning, but the Twins responded with six runs in the 2nd and added two more in the 7th. As for the Royals, they scored their final two runs in the 6th. </p>

<p>Pablo Lopez started for the Twins and picked up the win, going six innings and giving up two earned runs. He finished the game with five strikeouts and didn't issue a walk. Brady Singer had a rough outing for the Royals, taking the loss after going five innings and giving up six earned runs.</p><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>The Royals are 3rd in the AL Central, five games behind the Guardians for the division lead. Overall, they are 65-54, and they have gone 25-12 against other teams in the AL Central. The Royals are looking to bounce back in game two vs. the Twins after dropping the series opener.</p>

<p>At home, the Royals have gone 38-25 this year, and they are just under .500 at 27-29 on the road. So far, they have been good as the favorite, putting up a record of 38-23, and they are 27-31 as the underdog this year. Kansas City has won two straight series on the road, and their overall series record is 17-18-2 this year.</p><p>The Royals have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 66-53 overall. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 35-23, compared to 31-30 as the favorite. They have also been a better bet on the run line at home, going 36-27, compared to 30-26 on the road. Their average run margin for the season is +0.8 runs per game.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are on the road against the Minnesota Twins today. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Royals have an over/under record of 54-62 on the season, and their games have averaged a combined 8.8 runs per game. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs, and when the line has been set at 8.5 runs, they have gone over 13 times and under 21 times. Their last six games have all gone over the total.</p><p>Seth Lugo will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Red Sox, as he is coming off a start in which he gave up four earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. In that outing, he gave up six hits and issued four walks. Looking back further, Lugo has a record of 13-6 and an ERA of 2.72. Out of his 24 starts, he has turned in 17 quality starts and has a WHIP of 1.05. Lugo has done most of his work on the road, coming in with a record of 8-2 and an ERA of 2.63 compared to 5-4 with a 3.20 ERA at home.</p><p>So far this season, the Royals are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is good for 9th in the league. At home, they have been even better, averaging 5.3 runs per game. As a team, the Royals are batting .254, which is 7th in the league, and they also do a great job of putting the ball in play, as they have the 2nd fewest strikeouts in the league. Bobby Witt Jr. has been the team's top hitter so far, batting .347 with 23 homers and 88 RBIs.</p>

<p>Witt Jr. has been even better of late, going 14/42 in his last 10 games with four homers and 12 RBIs. Salvador Perez is also swinging a hot bat, as he is currently on a six-game hitting streak and is batting .280 for the season.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 66-52, the Twins are 3.5 games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. Minnesota is 27-16 against other teams in the AL Central. The Twins are currently leading their series vs. the Royals and are 21-13-3 in series record this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins have gone 35-23 this year, and they have been above .500 on the road, going 31-29. As the favorite, the Twins are 53-31 and 13-21 as the underdog. Minnesota's overall record includes going 6-4 over their last 10 games.</p><p>Minnesota has a run line record of 58-60 on the season, with an average run margin of +0.5 runs per game. They have been a better bet on the road, going 32-28 against the run line, compared to 26-32 at home. The Twins have been a slight favorite in terms of the run line, going 40-44 when favored and 18-16 when the underdog.</p><p>Minnesota has been involved in high-scoring games this season, with a combined run average of 9.2. Their over/under record is 61-53, and their games have averaged 8 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8.5, their record is 18-17. This season, 12 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5, accounting for 10.2% of their games.</p><p>For today's game against the Royals, the Twins will rely on Zebby Matthews to set the tone. It's his debut for the season and he's looking to put together a strong start in his debut.</p><p>Minnesota's offense has been one of the league's best so far this season, averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 6th in the league. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.1 runs per contest. Overall, the Twins are 9th in home runs and have the league's 6th best slugging percentage. Currently, they have four players with at least 15 homers, led by Ryan Jeffers, who has 17 long balls but is batting just .228 for the season.</p>

<p>Jeffers has been swinging a hot bat of late, going deep three times in his last nine games, while driving in nine runs. Willi Castro and Byron Buxton are also near the top of the Twins' home run and RBI charts, with Buxton batting .275 and Castro at .259. Castro is also on a five-game hitting streak.</p>

Kansas City Royals vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 8/13/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Capitals and Avalanche face off at 9:30 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche are hosting the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Avalanche as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Capitals winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Capitals on the moneyline (+202)</li><li>The Capitals are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Capitals Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p><p>On the road, the Capitals have gone 9-10-2 this season and have lost three straight games away from home. In the Eastern Conference, Washington is in 11th place and has a record of 12-13 against teams from the East. In the Metropolitan Division, the Capitals are in 6th place and have gone 11-8 in divisional games.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Capitals have gone 4-6 and have lost two straight games. As the underdog, Washington has gone 11-16-4 this season and has dropped three straight games when not favored. For the season, the Capitals have gone 22-17-6 and have 50 points.</p></p><p>Washington enters the game with a puck line record of 20-25 this season and they have gone 5-5 vs. the puck line in their last ten games. So far, the Capitals have been the underdog in 31 of their games and their average scoring differential when in that role is at -1.3 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Capitals have lost 15 games by multiple goals, and they have gone 9-12 vs. the puck line on the road. In their last ten road games, Washington has a puck line record of 4-6 and their average scoring margin away from home is at -0.9 goals per game.</p> <p>On average, Washington's games have finished with 5.4 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.1. In total, the Capitals come in with an over/under record of 17-27-1.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Capitals have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 1 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>The Capitals come into the game scoring an average of 2.4 goals per game, putting them 30th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 29th in the league. The Washington offense is ranked 32nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 31st in the NHL.</p><p>Washington will be looking for a good game from Dylan Strome who leads the team in scoring with 16 goals, ranking 56th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 12 assists so far.</p><p>The Avalanche defense is currently 22nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.1 shots per game against Colorado. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 18th with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Charlie Lindgren gets the start and has made 18 starts this season. His record at this point is 9-5, and his save percentage is 0.65%.</p><h3>Will Colorado Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Avalanche have been dominant, going 18-5-0 and winning two straight games. In the Western Conference, Colorado is in 3rd place with a 30-14-3 record. Over their last ten games, the Avalanche have gone 7-3, and they have won three of their last five.</p>

<p>Against other teams in the Western Conference, the Avalanche have gone 19-11 this season. When playing as the favorite, Colorado has gone 27-11-3, and they have won two straight games when favored. Overall, the Avalanche have 63 points, which has them in 2nd place in the Central Division.</p></p><p>Colorado enters the game with a puck line record of 23-24 and their average scoring margin is +.6 goals per game. The Avalanche have 22 wins by multiple goals compared to just eight wins by one goal.</p>

<p>So far this season, Colorado has been favored in 41 games and their puck line mark as the favorite is 20-21. Their average scoring differential when favored is +0.8 goals per game. In their last ten home games, the Avalanche have gone 6-4 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Colorado is 7. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.3. The Avalanche come in with an over/under record of 28-17-2.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Washington has an puck line record of 1-2 while averaging 1 per game. The team went 0-3 overall in these games.</p><p>On offense, the Avalanche are averaging 3.8 goals per game which is 2nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 5th in the league. This season, the Avalanche have a 18-9 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 10-5 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Colorado's offense is Nathan MacKinnon. Coming into the game he has 26 goals, ranking 9th in the NHL. MacKinnon also comes into the game with 51 assists.</p><p>Colorado defense takes on the Capitals ranked 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.1 shots per game against Colorado. They also are 18th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Washington, goalie Alexandar Georgiev has started 38 games in this season. His current record is 25-11, and his save percentage stands at 0.99%.</p>

Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Paladins versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. In this Southern matchup, Furman is favored bt -14.5 vs. Citadel. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>FURMAN PALADINS VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Paladins?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Paladins fell to 10-2 on the season after an 84-67 road loss to UNCG on Saturday. Furman entered the game as +1 underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>Furman trailed 43-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The Paladins will look to bounce back after the loss.</p><p>Furman struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 25.7% of their threes (9/35), contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 39.3% and an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They were more efficient inside, connecting on 61.9% of their two-point attempts (13/21), and they shot 77.8% from the free-throw line (14/18).</p> <p>Kenyon Giles led the way with 25 points, shooting 76.9% from the field and 83.3% from three (5/6), while adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists. PJay Smith Jr. contributed 24 points, hitting 4 of 11 threes, and Ronald Polite III added 18 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Furman struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Furman allowed 12 threes on 23 attempts, a 52% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 1-8 on the season after an 81-68 loss to Chattanooga on Saturday. Citadel, who were +11.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-30 at halftime, Citadel scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Brody Fox and Bash Wieland each scored 21 points in the Citadel's latest game, with Wieland shooting 66.7% from the field. The Bulldogs hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Overall, Citadel shot 44.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 60.9% of their attempts, and finished with 11 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite the Citadel Bulldogs giving up 81 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. The Bulldogs allowed 48% shooting from two-point range, as their opponent connected on 15 of 31 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Citadel's defense saw their opponent hit 8 of 21 threes, good for 38%. The Bulldogs also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 60%. Citadel gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Furman Paladins vs Citadel Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The forecast for Wednesday's Cubs vs. Pirates game calls for temperatures in the mid-70s and broken clouds. First pitch from PNC Park is set for 12:35 PM ET. SN PT is carrying this game on TV.</p>

<p>The Pirates are favored at -166 on the money line, while the Cubs come in with a line of +141. Chicago is 2nd in the NL Central with a record of 67-66, while the Pirates are 5th at 62-70. Kyle Hendricks will start for the Cubs, and he is facing off against Paul Skens.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline -166</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 12:35 ET on Wednesday, August 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cubs to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Chicago cruised to a 9-5 win over the Pirates in the most recent game of this series. The Cubs had a huge 4th inning, scoring five of their nine runs. As for the Pirates, they scored their final two runs in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Cubs were favored at -123 on the money line.</p>

<p>Pittsburgh wasted a good outing from Jared Jones, as he gave up just two earned runs in four innings of work for the Pirates. Justin Steele got the win for the Cubs, going five innings and giving up two earned runs.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Cubs were led by Seiya Suzuki and Dansby Swanson, as they were the only two Cubs hitters to have more than one hit. Suzuki, Miguel Amaya, and Bryan De La Cruz each had two RBIs for Chicago's offense.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 67-66, the Cubs are nine games behind the Brewers for the NL Central lead. The Cubs have gone 19-26 against other NL Central teams this year. Chicago has won two straight games, and they are 7-3 over their last 10 games overall.</p>

<p>Chicago has won three straight series, and their overall series record is 17-21-3 this year. As the road underdog, the Cubs are 20-27 this season, and they have won two straight on the road as the underdog. At home, the Cubs are 36-29 this season.</p><p>Chicago is 65-68 against the run line this season, but they have been better on the road, going 40-28. Their average run margin is +0.2 runs per game, and they have been a better bet as the underdog, going 45-22 against the run line. They have covered the run line in two straight games and have a +0.5 run differential at home.</p><p>The Chicago Cubs are on the road facing the Pittsburgh Pirates today, with the over/under line set at 8 runs. The Cubs and their opponents have combined to average 8.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 60-68 overall. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, the Cubs have gone over 7 times, under 16 times, and pushed once. The over has hit in 50.4% of their games this season, and they are currently on a 2-game over streak.</p><p>Kyle Hendricks gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Pirates on the road. This year, he has made 18 starts and has a record of 3-10 with a 6.33 ERA. Looking at his home/road splits, Hendricks is 2-5 on the road with a 7.53 ERA compared to 1-5 at home with a 5.78 ERA. In his 18 starts, he has turned in just three quality starts and is averaging 5.97 strikeouts per nine innings. Hendricks' last outing came on August 23rd, where he finished with a no-decision, giving up three earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work. He has not taken a loss in back-to-back outings.</p><p>Seiya Suzuki has been swinging a hot bat for the Cubs, going 15/37 in his last nine games with three homers and seven RBIs. Overall, he is hitting .276 for the season and is 2nd on the team with 19 homers. Ian Happ is the Cubs' leader in homers with 23, but he has a batting average of just .237. Happ is also on a three-game hitting streak. Nico Hoerner has also been swinging a good bat of late, going 6/29 in his last nine games.</p>

<p>For the season, the Cubs are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 15th in the league. They are 15th in team batting average and have the 15th most home runs in the league. As a team, they are batting .238 and have an on-base percentage of .314.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 62-70 overall this season, and they trail the Reds by one game for 4th place in the NL Central. The Pirates are 13.5 games behind the Brewers for the NL Central lead. The Pirates have dropped two straight games, and they are 4-6 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 32-35 this season, and they are 30-35 on the road. This year, the Pirates are 27-23 as the favorite and 35-47 as the underdog. Pittsburgh has dropped two straight games as the favorite. So far, their overall series record is 18-18-5.</p><p>When the Pirates win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.2 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.5 runs per game. This season, they have been a solid run line bet, going 74-58, including 40-25 on the road. They have been especially good against the run line as an underdog, going 55-27. However, they have struggled against the run line as a favorite, going just 19-31.</p><p>The Pittsburgh Pirates are at home today against the Chicago Cubs, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Pirates games this season is 8.7 runs, and their over/under record is 64-66. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 13-15. So far this season, 51.5% of their games have had over/under lines set at more than 8 runs.</p><p>Paul Skenes gets the start for the Pirates today and is coming off a strong outing vs. the Reds. In that August 22nd start, he went 6 innings, picking up the win and not giving up a run. Skenes finished the outing with 9 strikeouts, 2 hits, and 1 walk. Looking back at his last three outings, he has given up 0 or 1 earned run in each of those starts. Skenes' record for the season is 8-2, and he has an ERA of 2.16. Out of his 17 starts, he has turned in 13 quality starts and is averaging 11.25 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 23rd in the MLB. This is the same average they have put up at home. As a team, they are batting just .235, which is 18th in the league, and are also one of the worst teams in terms of striking out, averaging 9 per game.</p>

<p>Oneil Cruz has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 9/19 in his last five games. However, he has yet to hit a home run this season. Bryan Reynolds and Bryan De La Cruz are the Pirates' top home run hitters, with 20 and 19 homers, respectively. Reynolds also leads the team with 72 RBIs.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 8/28/24

<p>In a game that features two teams with losing records, the 4-6 Atlanta Hawks are favored by 3 points over the 3-6 Chicago Bulls. The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is 239.5 points.</p>

<p>Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The game can be seen on CHSN.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +3</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 128-118 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Coby White finishing with Coby White points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulls Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Chicago's season record dropped to 3-6 after a 135-119 loss to the Timberwolves on Thursday. The Bulls were +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 254.5 exceeded the O/U line of 226.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Chicago led 95-90 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 45-24 in the final period. A 12-0 run by Minnesota extended their lead from 106-102 to 118-102, sealing the game.</p><p>In Thursday's loss to the Timberwolves, the Bulls shot 53.4% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 41.7% clip. Nikola Vucevic led the way with 25 points, shooting 73.3% from the floor and hitting 3 threes at 60% efficiency.</p> <p>Coby White added 24 points, knocking down 4 threes. Vucevic scored 12 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while White added 9 in the same period.</p><p>The Bulls' defense struggled on Thursday, giving up 135 points to the Timberwolves, including a 45-point 4th quarter. Chicago allowed 28 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 34 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Minnesota shot 54% from the field, including 42% from three-point range, hitting 16 threes. The Timberwolves also went 17/17 from the free-throw line. The Bulls gave up 10 offensive rebounds but recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Hawks Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 4-6 on the season after a narrow 122-121 loss to the Pistons on Friday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +2 point underdogs, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 243, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 40-23 after the 1st quarter. Although they chipped away at the lead over the next two quarters, an 11-0 run by the Pistons in the 4th quarter extended the score from 90-85 to 101-85. The Hawks rallied late, outscoring Detroit 36-27 in the final period, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Trae Young hit 6 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 35 points and 13 assists in the Hawks' 122-121 loss to the Pistons. Atlanta connected on 15 threes, shooting 41.7% from deep and 45.4% overall.</p> <p>Jalen Johnson added 20 points, with 12 coming in the 3rd quarter, while Dyson Daniels chipped in 18. Larry Nance scored 10 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, the Hawks couldn’t overcome a rough 1st quarter, where they allowed 40 points, leading to a 122-121 loss to the Pistons. Atlanta gave up 122 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hawks allowed 13 threes on 39% shooting and sent the Pistons to the line 31 times, where they made 21 free throws. Atlanta finished with 12 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and Bears game? Catch the action at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Southern matchup, East Tennessee State is favored bt -2.5 vs. Mercer. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will East Tennessee State Shock Everyone at Hawkins Arena?</h3><p>East Tennessee State dropped to 6-7 on the season after a 81-78 home loss to Wofford on Saturday. The Buccaneers were -4.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>ETSU led 39-34 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game were 159, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>East Tennessee State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 54.3% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.2%, with strong two-point shooting at 64%.</p> <p>Quimari Peterson and Dillon Bailey led the way with 18 points each, while John Buggs III and Kyler Filewich added 16 points apiece. Filewich was particularly efficient, shooting 77.8% from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, as the Buccaneers gave up 16 baskets inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Buccaneers allowed 9 made threes on 21 attempts, a 42% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 67%.</p><h3>Will Mercer Win at Home?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer improved to 7-6 on the season with a 70-67 win over VMI on Saturday, January 4th. The Bears, who were -6 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, well under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 34-26 at halftime but allowed VMI to score 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 themselves.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, hitting 9 of 24 from deep, while shooting 50% on two-pointers, going 16 for 32. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 57.9% from the line, hitting 11 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>Rickey Bradley Jr. led the way with 30 points, knocking down 5 threes on 11 attempts, while Jah Nze added 25 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. AJ Clark contributed 12 points and pulled down 12 rebounds, while Alex Holt added 11 points and 9 boards. Ahmad Robinson chipped in 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Mercer held their opponent to 67 points on 40% shooting from the field, with the defense allowing 22 made field goals on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 13 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, resulting in a 46% shooting performance.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercer’s defense allowed 9 made threes on 27 attempts, with the opponent shooting 33%. At the free-throw line, the opponent went 14/20, shooting 70%. Mercer also limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Hockey Club game? Catch the action at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Hockey Club hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on TNT. The Panthers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Hockey Club. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 3-2 win for the Hockey Club.</li><li>We like the Hockey Club on the moneyline (+115)</li><li>The Hockey Club are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Pull Off a Win at Salt Lake City?</h3><p>Florida improved to 24-15-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. As -1.5 goal favorites, the Panthers covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players. After leading 2-0, the Stars tied it up in the second period. A.J. Greer scored the go-ahead goal in the third, and Sam Reinhart added an empty-netter to seal the win.</p><p>Carolina's offense fired 25 shots on goal, with A.J. Greer finding the net for the first time this season. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal, scoring on an empty net. The Panthers had 16 giveaways and scored twice in the third period.</p> <p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, with Evan Rodrigues netting his third goal of the season. Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal as well, this time on a power play. Carolina finished with 6 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to carry over their strong performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Stars. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, and the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After giving up two goals in the second period, the Panthers shut out the Stars in the third, helping secure a 4-2 win.</p><h3>Will the Utah Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-15-7 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Utah held a 2-0 lead, but Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Utah was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Logan Cooley opened the scoring for Utah at 11:52 in the first period. Ian Cole added another goal in the second period, but Vegas responded with two goals in the second and two more in the third to secure the win.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club netted three goals in their recent 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Logan Cooley opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Ian Cole added his first. Alexander Kerfoot rounded out the scoring with his second goal, tying the game 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, bringing his season total to two. The team managed 19 shots on goal but was held scoreless on the power play.</p><p>Utah's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. They had taken a 2-0 lead, but the Golden Knights scored twice late in the second period and added two more in the 3rd and OT. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, and the defense contributed 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Utah Hockey Club Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blue Devils versus the Minutemen? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at William D. Mullins Memorial Center in Amherst, MA. The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Massachusetts is favored by -9.5 against Central Connecticut State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at William D. Mullins Memorial Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Central Connecticut State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State improved to 3-5 on the season with a 69-67 home win over Massachusetts-Lowell on Sunday. The Blue Devils entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs but pulled off the upset. The total points for the game were 136, which fell short of the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Central Connecticut State led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36 points to the River Hawks.</p><p>Central Connecticut State scored 69 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They hit 55.3% of their two-point attempts, while shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 15 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 70.6%, going 12 for 17.</p> <p>Max Brooks led the way with 29 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 78.6% (11/14) from the field. Darin Smith Jr. added 14 points, hitting 5 of 6 shots, including 1 of 2 from three-point range. Abdul Momoh and Martin Somerville each contributed 13 points, with Somerville struggling from three, making just 1 of 5 attempts.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's defense gave up 67 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Blue Devils struggled to contain two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 55% of their shots inside the arc, going 21/38.</p> <p>From three-point range, Central Connecticut State held their opponent to 5/15 shooting, or 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 70%. The Blue Devils limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Minutemen Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 3-5 on the season with an 80-68 home win over NJIT on Sunday. The Minutemen entered the game as heavy favorites, but they didn’t cover the -19 spread. The total points for the game ended at 148, surpassing the O/U line of 140.</p> <p>UMass jumped out to a 41-24 lead at halftime, but they allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. Although they got the win, the Minutemen will need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>In their latest game, the Massachusetts Minutemen put up 80 points, shooting 52.4% from the field. Their two-point shooting was impressive, hitting 65.2% (30/46), while they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 3 of 17 attempts (17.6%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Minutemen shot 60%, making 21 of 35 attempts. They grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Tariq Francis led the team with 24 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range.</p><p>Massachusetts struggled defensively, giving up 68 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they gave up 30 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 65% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Massachusetts held their opponent to 17% shooting, with just 3 made threes on 17 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 35 times, where they hit 21 free throws.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24