<p>The Braves and Dodgers are set to face off in an NL matchup at 7:20 PM ET at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA. The forecast for Monday's game calls for clear skies and temperatures in the mid-80s. Los Angeles is currently 1st in the NL West with an overall record of 88-61, while the Braves are 3rd in the NL East at 81-68.</p>

<p>Max Fried will be on the mound for the Braves, while the Dodgers are sending Yoshinobu Yamamoto to the mound. Los Angeles is the slight money line favorite, with their odds sitting at -112 compared to the Braves at -106. The over/under line is sitting at 7.5 runs, and SNLA will be televising Monday's game.</p><h3>ATLANTA BRAVES VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Braves Moneyline -106</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Monday, September 16th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Braves 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>Los Angeles cruised to a 9-2 win over the Braves in the most recent game of this series. The Dodgers had a huge 3rd inning, scoring seven of their nine runs. As for the Braves, they scored their only two runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Dodgers were favored at -113.</p>

<p>Walker Buehler started for the Dodgers and picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued five walks. Charlie Morton got the start for the Braves and took the loss, giving up one earned run in six innings of work.</p>

<p>Max Muncy and Tommy Edman each homered for the Dodgers, while Teoscar Hernandez went 1/4 with two RBIs and two runs scored. Shohei Ohtani also had a two-hit game at the plate.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is 88-61 overall this season, and they lead the NL West by 3.5 games over the Padres. The Dodgers will be on the road today, facing the Braves, and they are 40-34 on the road this season. At home, the Dodgers have gone 48-27.</p>

<p>This year, the Dodgers have really been good as the favorite, going 83-49, but they are just 5-12 as the underdog. Los Angeles' overall series record is 28-18-3, and they have gone just 4-6 across their last 10 games.</p><p>The Dodgers have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 74-75 overall. They are 38-37 against the run line at home and 36-38 on the road. They have an average run differential of +0.7 runs per game this season, and they have covered the run line in 67 of 132 games as the favorite.</p><p>The Dodgers are on the road in Atlanta today, where the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. The combined run average for Dodgers games this season is 9.2 runs, and their over/under record is 81-65. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 14-9. Overall, 82.6% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs. The over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start for the Dodgers today as he faces the Braves on the road. He has made 15 starts this season and has a record of 6-2 with a 2.77 ERA. Yamamoto's WHIP for the season is currently 1.05. Out of his 15 starts, he has turned in seven quality starts and is averaging 10.62 strikeouts per nine innings. Yamamoto's last outing came on September 10th, where he finished with a no-decision, going four innings and giving up one earned run on three hits. He was excellent in that outing, recording eight strikeouts.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been a force at the plate for the Dodgers this season, as his 47 home runs are 2nd in the MLB and the most on the team. Ohtani is also 4th in the league with 106 RBIs. Overall, he is batting .290, which is 5th on the team. Teoscar Hernandez is also a big power threat, as he has 29 homers this season, which is 11th in the league.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes into the game with the 3rd best scoring offense in the league at 5 runs per game. They have been especially good at home, also averaging 5 runs per contest. The Dodgers are also among the league leaders in team batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 81-68, the Braves are nine games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. Currently, they are 3rd in the division and trail the Mets by one game for the 2nd Wild Card spot. The Braves are 24-22 against other teams in the NL East this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 42-32 this year and have gone 39-36 on the road. So far, they have been good as the favorite, going 68-51 and 13-17 as the underdog. Atlanta's overall series record is 26-17-6 this year.</p><p>When the Braves win, they tend to win big, with an average run margin of 3.7 runs per game. When they lose, they lose by an average of 3.3 runs per game. Overall, they have a run line record of 71-78, with a run line record of 31-43 at home and 40-35 on the road. They have been the favorite in 119 games and the underdog in 30 games.</p><p>When the Braves play at home, the over/under line is set at an average of 8 runs per game, and their games have averaged 8.1 runs per game this season. Overall, their games have gone over the line 55 times and under 89 times. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, the over is 13-19 in their games. The over has hit in two straight games for the Braves.</p><p>Max Fried will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Nationals, as he gave up four earned runs in six innings of work. In that outing, he gave up one homer. Before that, Fried had been pitching well, giving up a combined three earned runs in his previous two starts. Fried has a record of 9-9 this season and an ERA of 3.46. Looking at his home/away splits, Fried is 6-6 on the road with a 5.63 ERA compared to 3-3 at home with a 4.75 ERA. So far, he has made 26 starts, two of which were complete games, and one was a shutout.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Braves are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.6 runs per game. As a team, the Braves are batting .241, which is 15th in the league, and have the 6th most home runs in the league. Marcell Ozuna and Matt Olson come into the game as the team's top home run threats, with Ozuna leading the team in batting average at .304.</p>

<p>Over their last nine games, Matt Olson has gone 12/33, and Michael Harris II has gone 9/41. Olson has also driven in nine runs over this stretch. Olson also comes into the game on a six-game hitting streak, while Jorge Soler has a five-game streak going and Ronald Acuna Jr. has a four-game streak.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 9/16/24

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

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

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Thundering Herd and Golden Eagles. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Eagles at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, MS. Get ready to place your bets! Marshall is favored by -3.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Southern Miss. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Marshall Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Marshall evened their season record at 5-5 with a 79-70 win over Ohio on Saturday. The Thundering Herd were slight +1 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Marshall led 41-33 at halftime and maintained their lead by outscoring Ohio 38-37 in the second half. The game’s total points of 149 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>Marshall's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-19 from deep, and hit 58.3% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 13 of 19 attempts, good for 68.4%.</p> <p>Mikal Dawson led the way, hitting 6 of 9 threes and finishing with 27 points on 9-for-12 shooting overall. AJ Clayton also shot 75%, knocking down 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, while AJ Brown contributed 22 points despite shooting 3 of 8 from three.</p><p>Marshall's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, as they went 21/36 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marshall's defense allowed 8/19 shooting, or 42%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws for a 68% rate. Marshall did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Southern Miss Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Southern Miss fell to 3-7 on the season after a 69-65 home loss to Lamar on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles were +2 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Southern Miss trailed 36-31 at halftime and narrowly outscored Lamar 34-33 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Southern Miss struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 13 threes (15.4%) in their last game, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 42.1%. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.9%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (22/44). At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 25 attempts, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field despite going 1 for 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, hitting 3 of 7 threes, while Cody Pennebaker was efficient, making 6 of 10 shots overall and 3 of 5 from deep. Denijay Harris contributed 12 rebounds and 4 assists to go along with his 15 points.</p><p>Southern Miss gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 24 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 of 44 shooting for 50%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern Miss held their opponent to 2 of 13 shooting, just 15%. They also sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 15 free throws for 60%. Southern Miss allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Chanticleers and Red Wolves are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Wolves will host the game at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro, AR. The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Arkansas State as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at First National Bank Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-74 in favor of the Red Wolves.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas State winning straight-up, we like Coastal Carolina at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Coastal Carolina Stun the Crowd at First National Bank Arena?</h3><h3>Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coastal Carolina improved to 5-5 on the season with a 73-68 road win over North Carolina A&T on Tuesday. The Chanticleers entered the game as +4 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Coastal Carolina led 37-27 at halftime, but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 141, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 attempts for 15.8%, while their two-point shooting was strong at 59% (23/39).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Chanticleers connected on 78.3% of their shots, going 18 for 23. Landon Glasper led the way with 29 points, while Noah Amenhauser and Rasheed Jones each added 20 points, with Amenhauser shooting 72.7% from the field.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 40% shooting, with the opposition hitting 21 of 52 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coastal Carolina allowed just 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% success rate. The opponent also went 11/14 from the free-throw line, and Coastal Carolina gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Red Wolves Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Arkansas State improved to 8-3 on the season with a 98-89 road win over UAB on Sunday. The Red Wolves entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 187, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 159.5.</p> <p>After trailing 53-28 at halftime, Arkansas State turned things around in the second half, outscoring UAB 56-31. Their strong defensive effort in the second half was key to the comeback.</p><p>Arkansas State put up 98 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.6%, and they connected on 79.2% of their free throws, going 19 for 24.</p> <p>Taryn Todd led the way with 31 points, shooting 4 of 9 from deep and adding 5 assists. Kobe Julien contributed 25 points on 9 of 14 shooting, and Yaxel Lendeborg and Tyren Moore each added 22 points, with Moore hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Despite Arkansas State's defensive efforts, they allowed 89 points in their previous game. The opposing team shot 40% from the field, making 31 of 76 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arkansas State gave up 10 threes on 32 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 70%.</p>

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Arkansas State Red Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Mountaineers and Hurricanes are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ACC. The Hurricanes will host the game at Watsco Center in Coral Gables, FL. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150.5 points, and Miami is favored by -17.5 vs. Mount St. Mary's.</p><h3>MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS VS MIAMI HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Watsco Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hurricanes.</li><li>Even though we have Miami winning straight-up, we like Mount St. Mary's at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountaineers Stand a Chance in Coral Gables?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 6-4 on the season with an 80-72 road win over LIU on Wednesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the win, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 34-29 at halftime, Mount St. Mary's put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's managed to put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 32.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, with two-point shooting at 33.3% and three-point shooting at 31% (9/29). The Mountaineers were able to make up for their shooting struggles by hitting 31 free throws on 41 attempts, good for 75.6% from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points, though he shot 6/18 from the field and missed all 4 of his three-point attempts. Dola Adebayo added 16 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, while Blake Lander and Abdou Khadre Kebe each contributed 12 points, with Kebe going 2/7 from three-point range. The Mountaineers also grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the win.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. That included 48% shooting on two-point attempts, where they went 15/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 6 of 18 threes, good for 33%. They also got to the free-throw line 32 times, making 24 of those attempts, or 75%. Mount St. Mary's allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Miami Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Miami improved to 4-7 on the season with a 94-75 win over Presbyterian on Sunday. Playing at home, the Hurricanes were -18 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Miami took control early, leading 49-33 at halftime. They added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42, maintaining their lead throughout the game.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a field goal percentage of 67.3% (35/52) and an effective field goal percentage of 73.1%. They shot 73.7% on two-point attempts (28/38) and 50% from beyond the arc (7/14), while also hitting 77.3% of their free throws (17/22).</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the way with 24 points on 9/12 shooting, including 2/3 from three-point range. Brandon Johnson added 22 points, hitting 9/11 shots, while Lynn Kidd contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 8/9 from the field.</p><p>Despite Miami's defensive struggles, they managed to score 75 points in their last game. The Hurricanes shot 67% from the field, making 35 of their 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Miami was 28/38, shooting 73%. From three-point range, they hit 7 of 14 shots, good for 50%. They also went 17/22 from the free-throw line, shooting 77%. Miami gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dolphins and Boilermakers. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Boilermakers at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with the Boilermakers being the favored team playing at home against the Dolphins.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +30.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 6:30 ET on Thursday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue winning straight-up, we like Jacksonville at +30.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Jacksonville Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>In their 13th game of the season, Jacksonville will face Purdue today. The Dolphins come into the game with an 8-4 record. On the road, Jacksonville is 2-4, while they are a perfect 3-0 at home this year. At the moment, Jacksonville has a sub-.500 ATS record of 4-5. Specifically, the Dolphins are 2-4 vs. the spread in away games and 2-1 when playing at home.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Jacksonville have had an average of 150.9 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 138.3 points. Their over/under record is 7-2-0. When analyzing the Dolphins' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 151 points per game and an over/under record of 4-0.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 85 points vs. South Carolina State. Overall, they hit 49.1% of their shots from the field and went 26/36 from the free-throw line. Robert McCray is leading the team in scoring at 16.9 points per contest. Marcus Niblack has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.8 going into the game.</p><p>So far, the Dolphins' defense is ranked 139th in the country at 70.1 points per contest. In their previous game vs. South Carolina State, the Bulldogs finished with a field goal percentage of 44% and a total of 86 points vs. Jacksonville.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Purdue as Home Favorites</h3><p>Heading into their 12th game of the season, Purdue brings a 10-1 record. In their last ten home games, which includes games from last year, Purdue has a 9-1 record. Purdue has a winning record against the spread, sitting at 4-2-2. In home games, Purdue is 3-1-1 vs. the spread this season and 6-3-1 in their last ten home games.</p><p>In 11 games, Purdue comes in with an over/under mark of 6-2-0, with their games averaging 151.8 points per game. The Boilermakers have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 170 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>Purdue's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 88 points against Northwestern. They had an overall field goal percentage of 43.3% and made 31/41 free throws. For the season, the Purdue offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 49%. So far, they have hit 54% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 8.5 made three's per contest.</p><p>The Boilermakers' defense is presently ranked 146th nationally, allowing an average of 70.5 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Purdue's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.3% this season.</p>

Jacksonville Dolphins vs Purdue Boilermakers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/23

<p>The Seahawks and Pioneers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Pioneers will host the game at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. The over/under for this Northeast conference contest is set at 133 points, with Sacred Heart being favored by -5 at home against Wagner.</p><h3>WAGNER SEAHAWKS VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacred Heart Pioneers -5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, March 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRED HEART PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Sacred Heart pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Wagner Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Wagner heads into this game as a 5-point underdog, and this season, they have gone 4-8 as the underdog. On the road, they have gone 6-9 this season, and they are averaging -6.0 points per game.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games on the road, the Seahawks have gone 4-6, and they are coming off a 57-54 loss to Fairleigh Dickinson. This season, Wagner has gone 13-15, and they are currently on a two-game losing streak.</p><p>As the underdog, Wagner has gone 5-7 vs. the spread this season and 10-15 overall. On the road, the Seahawks are 5-10 ATS and 1-2 in their last three games vs. the spread away from home. In their last 10 games as the underdog, Wagner is 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Wagner's over/under record for the season is 9-16, and today's line of 133 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (129.5). So far, 20 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 121 points, and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>In their latest game, Wagner offense put up 54 points against Fairleigh Dickinson. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 37.3% and made 4 threes. The top scorer for the Seahawks was Melvin Council Jr. with 16 points, while Keyontae Lewis also added 14 to the scoreboard.</p><p>In the current season, the Wagner defense has excelled, sitting 12th in the nation by allowing 63.0 points per game. The Wagner defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 57 points and allowed Fairleigh Dickinson to connect on 4 threes.</p><h3>Can the Pioneers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>As the Sacred Heart Pioneers prepare to take on the Wagner Seahawks, they will be favored by 5 points. Sacred Heart has a record of 16-15 this season and is currently on a 2-game win streak. In Northeast Conference play, the Pioneers have gone 10-6.</p>

<p>At home this season, Sacred Heart has been excellent, going 10-4. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 9-1. Overall, the Pioneers have been favored in 19 of their 31 games and have gone 12-7 in those contests.</p><p>Against the spread, Sacred Heart has gone 16-13 this season. At home, the Pioneers are 9-5 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Sacred Heart has an ATS mark of 6-4.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Sacred Heart games is 16-13. Today's over/under line of 133 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (146.2). Over their last three games, their games have averaged 146 points.</p><p>Sacred Heart recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 89 points against Merrimack College. This output exceeded their season average of 74.7 points per game. Raheem Solomon led the team in scoring, putting up 26 points. Additionally, Nico Galette contributed 22 points for the Pioneers.</p><p>On defense, Sacred Heart is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 72.7 points per game. Sacred Heart's three-point defense is currently 204th in the country at 8.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.5% of their shots vs. Sacred Heart.</p>

Wagner Seahawks vs Sacred Heart Pioneers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/6/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Knights and Buffaloes game? Catch the action at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO, as the Buffaloes hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and Colorado is favored by -25.5 at home against Bellarmine.</p><h3>BELLARMINE KNIGHTS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes -25.5</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -25.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Knights Have What it Takes in Boulder?</h3><h3>Bellarmine Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Knights dropped to 1-9 on the season after a 92-55 road loss to Wyoming on Thursday. Bellarmine entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>They trailed 52-28 at halftime and managed just 27 points in the second half while allowing 40. The total points for the game were 147, going over the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Bellarmine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 38.8% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.9%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 5 of 21 attempts for 23.8%, though they did connect on 80% of their free throws (12/15). The Knights managed just 4 offensive rebounds and recorded 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Obi Agbim was a standout performer, scoring 28 points in 29 minutes, shooting 10/13 overall and 8/10 from three-point range. Kenyon Goodin and A.J. Wills each contributed 13 points, with Wills adding 7 assists. Touko Tainamo was perfect from the field, going 5/5, including 1/1 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense struggled, giving up 92 points on 65% shooting. They allowed 36 field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, opponents shot 81%, hitting 22 of 27. From three, they made 14 of 28, shooting 50%. Bellarmine also sent them to the line 7 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><p>Colorado improved to 8-2 on the season with an 81-70 home win over South Dakota State on Friday, December 13th. The Buffaloes, who were -8 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 151 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Colorado led 40-35 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring the Jackrabbits 41-35 to secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Buffaloes put up 81 points, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks to a strong 65.6% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from three, hitting just 29.2% (7/24). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 18 of 19 attempts (94.7%).</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the way with 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 57.1% overall and 40% from deep. Elijah Malone was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots and adding 9 rebounds, while RJ Smith connected on 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 11 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 65% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 32 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colorado held the other team to 29% shooting, as they went 7/24 on threes. The Buffaloes also sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 18 free throws at a 94% clip. Colorado gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Bellarmine Knights vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Panthers game? Catch the action at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FloH. In this non-conference matchup, Washington State is favored by -3.5 against Northern Iowa. The over/under for the game is 149 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Orleans Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington State Pull Off A Win at Orleans Arena?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington State dropped to 9-3 on the season following an 89-73 loss to Washington on Wednesday. The Cougars entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, the Cougars allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, Washington State put up 73 points, shooting 43.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line. The Cougars also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese led the scoring with 21 points each, with Davis hitting 3-of-7 from deep. Ethan Price added 16 points, while Mekhi Mason and LeJuan Watts contributed 15 points apiece. Great Osobor was efficient, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect, going 4-for-4 from the floor.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 21/41 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Northern Iowa improved to 6-4 on the season with a dominant 104-76 win over Montana on Monday. The Panthers were -10.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>Leading 48-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring the Grizzlies 56-42. The Panthers' offense was firing on all cylinders, as they put up over 100 points for the first time this season.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was unstoppable in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 69% (40/58). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.3%, thanks to 74.4% shooting on two-pointers (29/39) and 57.9% from beyond the arc (11/19).</p> <p>Leon Bond III led the way with 37 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 80% overall (12/15). Jacob Hutson added 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field (11/15), while Kai Johnson contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots (6/8).</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 76 points, their offense couldn't capitalize on the Panthers' defensive struggles. Northern Iowa allowed their opponent to shoot 69% from the field, including 74% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

<p>From the Rogers Centre in Toronto, we have the Athletics and Blue Jays facing off in an AL matchup. This one gets started at 3:07 PM ET and is being televised on SNET. Oakland is 5th in the AL West and the Blue Jays are 5th in the AL East, with the Jays having a slight edge on the money line (-151 vs. +128).</<p>

<p>Today's Athletics vs. Blue Jays starting pitching matchup features Osvaldo Bido for Oakland and Yariel Rodriguez for the Blue Jays. Toronto is currently on a two-game winning streak, while the Athletics have an overall record of 48-69.</p><h3>TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS OAKLAND ATHLETICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Blue Jays Moneyline -151</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 3:07 ET on Saturday, August 10th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS VS BLUE JAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Blue Jays winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Athletics 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>Toronto picked up a 3-1 win over the Athletics in the most recent game of this series. The Blue Jays had a 1-0 lead after the first inning and didn't score another run until putting up two in the 8th. As for the Athletics, they scored their only run in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Jose Berrios started for the Blue Jays and picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with eight strikeouts but issued one walk. Chad Green got the save. Mitch Spence only went 5 2/3 innings for the Athletics, giving up two earned runs on eight hits.</p>

<p>Spencer Horwitz was the difference for the Blue Jays, as he homered, scored three times, and finished with two RBIs. George Springer also had a two-hit game for Toronto. As for the Athletics, Darrell Hernaiz went 2/4 with a homer.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are 48-69 overall, putting them 5th in the AL West, 13 games behind the Astros for the division lead. So far, they have gone 16-20 against other teams in the AL West. Oakland is on the road today, where they are 19-39 this season.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are just 37-65 this season, and they are 11-4 when favored. Oakland has dropped three straight as the underdog, and they are 4-6 in their last 10 games overall. The Athletics are 14-21-2 in series this year.</p><p>When it comes to betting the run line on the Oakland Athletics, it's been a mixed bag this season. Overall, they are 61-56 vs. the run line. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 55-47. They are 29-29 vs. the run line on the road this season. The A's have been a poor bet on the run line as the favorite, going just 6-9.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics are on the road today facing the Toronto Blue Jays. The over/under line for the game is set at 9 runs. Oakland's games have averaged 8.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 52-63. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, their record is 9-7-1. Only 7.7% of their games this season have had over/under lines set at 9 runs, and their games have gone under the total in each of their last five contests.</p><p>Right-hander Osvaldo Bido gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Blue Jays on the road. He has made four starts and 10 appearances this season, coming in with a record of 2-3 and an ERA of 4.64. Bido's WHIP for the season is currently 1.39. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up two earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight outings. Bido's ERA on the road is 5.73 compared to 4.41 at home.</p><p>Heading into today's game, Brent Rooker is batting .288 for the season and is the Athletics' leader in both home runs (28) and RBIs (81). However, he has gone just 4/20 in his last six games, with one home run and two RBIs. Shea Langeliers is 2nd on the team with 21 homers but has a batting average of just .208.</p>

<p>As a team, the Athletics are 26th in the league in scoring, averaging 4 runs per game. They have been even worse on the road, averaging only 3.7 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting just .230, which is 21st in the MLB.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>Toronto is 5th in the AL East, trailing the Orioles by 14.5 games for the division lead. Overall, the Blue Jays are 54-62 as they host the Athletics today. Toronto has won two straight games, and they are 5-5 across their last ten contests.</p>

<p>At home, the Blue Jays are 29-29 this season compared to a 25-33 mark on the road. As the favorite, Toronto is 34-24 this season and 20-38 as the underdog. So far, they are 23-17 as the home favorite. The Blue Jays' overall series record is 13-18-6, and they are winning their current series vs. the Athletics.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Blue Jays have been a better bet on the road this season, going 35-23 compared to 21-37 at home. They are currently on a two-game run line win streak at home, but have a better run line record as the underdog this season (31-27) compared to when they are favored (25-33).</p><p>At home, the Blue Jays have a combined run average of 9.0 runs per game. Their over/under record is 63-50, and the average over/under line in their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 9 runs, their over/under record is 4-5-2. So far this season, 84.5% of their games have had over/under lines set below 9 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Yariel Rodríguez gets the start for the Blue Jays today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he didn't give up a run. Against the Yankees on August 4th, he went 4 2/3 innings and didn't give up a run, finishing with a no-decision. In his 11 starts, Rodríguez has a record of 1-4 and an ERA of 3.86. Opponents have hit .208 off Rodríguez this season. Per nine innings, he is averaging 9.54 strikeouts and 4.87 walks. At home, his ERA is 2.97 compared to 11.57 on the road.</p><p>After a slow start to the season, the Blue Jays offense has picked things up of late, averaging 4.5 runs per game over their last 10 games. For the season, they are averaging just 4.1 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. As a team, they are batting .241, which is 14th in the league, and are also one of the league's top home run hitting teams.</p>

<p>Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been on fire of late, going 19/36 in his last 10 games with three homers and 10 RBIs. For the season, he is batting .323 with 23 homers and 76 RBIs. Guerrero Jr. is also on a 21-game hitting streak. George Springer is also near the top of the Blue Jays home run leaderboard but has struggled with a batting average of just .224.</p>

Oakland Athletics vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Pick & Prediction 8/10/24

<p>At 4:30 ET, the CW will be televising the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl, where the Miami (OH) RedHawks and Colorado State Rams will face off at Arizona Stadium in Tucson. Miami (OH) comes in with an 8-5 record, while Colorado State is 8-4. The RedHawks are the slight -1.5-point favorites on the spread, and the over/under line is at 43.5 points for this matchup.</p><h3>MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS VS COLORADO STATE RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Arizona Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Miami (OH) RedHawks winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Miami (OH) RedHawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Miami (OH) RedHawks Pick Up A Win At Arizona Stadium?</h3><p>Miami (OH) enters their Week 1 matchup against Colorado State with an 8-5 record. They’ve gone 4-2 at home and 3-3 on the road this season. The RedHawks have been favored in seven of their 13 games, posting a 6-1 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Miami’s ATS record stands at 6-6, with a +3.7 average scoring margin. They’ve gone 4-3 against the spread as favorites and are 3-3 ATS both at home and on the road.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 5-6-1, with an average line of 44.5 points. This week’s total is set at 43.5, and Miami’s games have averaged 41.5 points per contest.</p><p>Miami (OH) heads into week 1 ranked 98th in our offensive power rankings, and they averaged 22.6 points per game last season. Their third-down conversion rate was just 33.1%, placing them 118th nationally. Brett Gabbert, their quarterback, threw for 2,737 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, with a passer rating of 89.</p> <p>Miami (OH) ranked 54th in passing yards per game, averaging 220 yards, and they were 51st in passing attempts. Gabbert completed 57.6% of his passes. Keyon Mozee led the rushing attack with 1,073 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry. Javon Tracy had 818 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.</p><p>Miami (OH)'s defense, ranked 19th nationally, has allowed 18.9 points per game this season. They’ve given up 137.9 rushing yards per game and 184.5 passing yards, ranking 35th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a 71.3 passer rating against Miami, completing 57.5% of their passes.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Ohio, Miami allowed 38 points, surrendering 468 total yards. Ohio rushed for 233 yards and threw for 235 yards, completing 20 of 27 passes.</p><h3>Can The Colorado State Rams Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Colorado State enters Week 13 with an 8-4 record, hosting Miami (OH). They’ve been strong at home, going 5-1, while their road record stands at 2-2. The Rams have been favored in seven games this season, winning all of them for a 7-0 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>The Rams’ ATS record is 6-4, with a +0.7 average scoring margin. They are 6-1 against the spread as the favorite, and at home, they’ve covered four out of six games.</p> <p></p><p>Colorado State’s over/under record is 3-7, with their games averaging 49.3 points. The average over/under line has been 52 points, and this week’s line is set at 43.5 points.</p><p>Colorado State’s offense is averaging 25 points per game, placing them 67th in the nation. They are ranked 103rd in our offensive power rankings heading into this week. Their third-down conversion rate is low, at just 35%, which ranks 109th nationally. In the passing game, they average 211 yards per game, and their passer rating is 88.</p> <p>Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi leads the passing attack with 2,456 yards and a passer rating of 90. He has completed 62.1% of his passes, throwing 13 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. On the ground, Avery Morrow has rushed for 956 yards, scoring 9 touchdowns and averaging 5 yards per carry. Caleb Goodie leads the receivers with 436 yards and 4 touchdowns.</p><p>Colorado State's defense has allowed an average of 24.3 points per game this season, including 37 points in their recent matchup against Utah State. They gave up 486 total yards, with 297 rushing yards on 48 attempts and 189 passing yards, while also forcing two interceptions.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 156 rushing yards per game and 238.5 passing yards against Colorado State, ranking the Rams 125th in the nation for passing yards allowed. Quarterbacks have completed 60.6% of their passes and have a passer rating of 88.3 against Colorado State’s defense.</p>

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Colorado State Rams Betting Pick & Prediction Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Beacons? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN. The Bulldogs are the favorites in this Missouri Valley conference matchup the against the Beacons. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>DRAKE BULLDOGS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-67 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Drake enters today's game against Valparaiso with a 4-1 overall record. The Bulldogs are 1-1 on the road and 3-0 at home. Drake's ATS performance heading into today's game is 1-4. Over their last five games, the team is 1-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Drake have had an average of 152.6 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 141.8 points. Their over/under record is 4-1-0. In their most recent three games, the Bulldogs' over/under record is 2-1, with their games averaging 74 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, Drake offense put up 77 points against Texas Southern. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 52.7% and made 1 three. Tucker DeVries is leading the team in scoring at 20.2 points per contest. Atin Wright has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 15.2 going into the game.</p><p>So far, the Bulldogs' defense is ranked 140th in the country at 72.7 points per contest. In today's game, the Drake defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 1 three-pointers while giving up 71 points.</p><h3>Can Valparaiso Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Valparaiso comes into today's game with a 3-2 overall record. In away games, the Beacons are 0-1, while they are 3-1 at home. Valparaiso has a winning ATS record at 3-2. In home games this season, Valparaiso is 3-1 vs. the spread, and in their last ten home games, they are 5-5.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Valparaiso have had an average of 133 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 141.6 points. Their over/under record is 1-4-0. When assessing the Beacons' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 0-3, with their games averaging 69 points per game.</p><p>The Valparaiso offense is coming off a game in which they scored 71 points vs. Southern. Overall their field goal percentage was 45.1% while connecting on 7 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Isaiah Stafford, who is averaging 17.5 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Cooper Schwieger also maintains a PPG average of 11.8 heading into game.</p><p>So far this season, the Valparaiso defense has been performing well, ranking 69th in the country at 66.3 points allowed per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Valparaiso's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.5% this season.</p>

Drake Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Beacons Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/23

<p>From Minute Maid Park in Houston, we have the Athletics and Astros facing off in an AL West matchup. This one gets started at 8:10 PM ET and is being televised by NSPCA. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and the Astros are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -242. Oakland is +201 on the money line, and they will be looking to pull off the upset and end their three-game losing streak.</p>

<p>Wednesday's pitching matchup features Aaron Brooks for the Athletics and Framber Valdez for the Astros. Oakland is 19-25 this season, while the Astros are 17-25.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Wednesday, May 15th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Athletics 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>Houston picked up a 2-1 win over the A's in the most recent game of this series. The Astros had a late rally, scoring one run in the 8th and another in the 10th. As for the A's, they scored their only run in the 8th. Heading into the game, the Astros were favored at -187 on the money line.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco started for the Astros and went just three innings, giving up four hits and striking out four. Josh Hader got the win out of the bullpen. JP Sears put together a good outing for the A's, going five innings and giving up just one run on five hits.</p>

<p>Alex Bregman and Abraham Toro each homered for the Astros, while Shea Langeliers went 2/3 with an RBI. Bregman scored both of the Astros' runs. As for the A's, their top hitter was Elvis Andrus, who went 2/4.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are on the road today vs. the Astros, and they are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, having dropped the first two games of this series. Currently, the Athletics are 3rd in the AL West, 4.5 games behind the Mariners for the division lead. So far, they have gone just 4-8 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are 15-24 this season compared to 4-1 as the favorite. At home, they are 10-13 and 9-12 on the road. Oakland's overall record is 19-25, and they have really struggled lately, going just 2-8 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Oakland Athletics are the underdog, they have been a solid bet on the run line, going 22-17. Their overall run line record is 24-20, and their average run differential is -0.9 runs per game. The A's have been a better run line bet on the road (12-9) than at home (12-11), where they have a run differential of -0.6 runs per game.</p><p>With an over/under line of 8.5 runs, the Oakland Athletics and Houston Astros have a combined run average of 8.6 runs per game this season. The A's over/under record is 22-21 for the season, and their average over/under line is set at 8 runs per game. When the line is set at 8.5 runs, their over/under record is 5-5. Only 6.8% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher this season.</p><p>Aaron Brooks takes the mound for the Athletics in today's game versus the Astros. It's his opportunity to start the season on the right foot, as this will be his first outing of the year.</p><p>As a team, the Athletics are batting just .222 this season, which is the 24th best mark in the league. However, they do have the 4th best isolated power figure in the league and are 4th in home runs. Overall, they are averaging 3.9 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. At home, they have been a bit better, averaging 4.5 runs per game.</p>

<p>Abraham Toro and Brent Rooker have been two of the team's top hitters this season, with Toro batting .295 and Rooker at .298. Rooker's 10 home runs are the best on the team and the 11th best mark in the league. Toro has gone 10/28 in his last six games, including one home run and six runs scored. Rooker has also gone deep once in this stretch.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are hosting the Athletics today with an overall record of 17-25, which puts them 4th in the AL West. Currently, they trail the Mariners by 5.5 games in the division. Houston has won three straight games, and they are 7-5 against other teams in the AL West this year.</p>

<p>So far, the Astros have gone 9-12 at home compared to an 8-13 mark on the road. As the favorite, the Astros are 13-19 this year and 4-6 as the underdog. Houston's overall series record is 5-7-1, and they are coming off a series vs. the Rangers, where they lost two of three games.</p><p>The Astros have been a poor run line bet this season, going just 16-26. They have been slightly better at home, going 8-13. Their average run margin is -0.5, and they have been outscored by 1.6 runs per game on the road. Their run line record as the favorite is 11-21.</p><p>The Houston Astros have had 25 games this season with over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, which accounts for 59.5% of their games. Their games have averaged 9.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 16-24. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 4-6. In their most recent game, they combined for just 3 runs against the Oakland Athletics, which was well under the 8.5 run total.</p><p>Framber Valdez is getting the start for the Astros today as they take on the Athletics. Valdez has been solid in his first 3 starts of the season, going 1-1 with a 2.84 ERA. He picked up a win in his last start, going 7 innings and giving up 2 earned runs on 6 hits.</p><p>Jeremy Peña has been on a tear for the Astros of late, going 12/35 in his last nine games, and is batting .329 for the season. He is also 4th on the team with four homers. Kyle Tucker has been red hot of late, going 5/27 in his last eight games, and has gone deep five times during that stretch. For the season, Tucker is batting .278 and leads the team with 29 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 2nd in the league in batting average and are the top home run hitting team in the league. Overall, they are averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 14th in the league. Houston is also the best team in the league at avoiding strikeouts.</p>

Oakland Athletics vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 5/15/24

<p>For the first time in 10 years, the UFC is heading back to Louisville, Kentucky, with a Fight Night scheduled to take place at the KFC Yum! Center. It has already been a great year in this sport, and the action this weekend should only continue that trend.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Not only does the UFC deliver some drama and intrigue each weekend, but it also leads to some good betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the top fights scheduled for this weekend, and the best bets that should be made.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Great Main Event</h2>



<p>Every single UFC event is known for the final fight of the night, and a pair of middleweight fighters are going to be battling it out this weekend. There won’t be much of a difference in the odds when Nassourdine Imavov takes on Jared Cannonier in what should be a great battle.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Imavov is the slight betting favorite for this event at -125, but that doesn’t mean that you should just ignore Cannonier at -105 on Saturday night. This fight is supposed to go five rounds, but you might find that one fighter is able to end it early.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Cannonier is returning to the Octagon after suffering a knee injury, and that is going to be something to keep in mind on Saturday night. Nassourdine isn’t going to make things easy for Cannonier, and he will be extremely aggressive.&nbsp;</p>



<p>If you are going to bet on the main event then you will want to take Imavov at -125 as he will find a way to come up with a big win at the KFC Yum! Center.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Dominck Reyes will be taking on Dustin Jacoby in a light heavyweight bout on Saturday night, and this is an interesting one. Both fighters are good enough to challenge for the belt, but it’s been a rough few years for each of the fighters.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Jacoby has gone 1-3 in his last four fights, but all three of those losses came by decision. The 36 year old is favored at -230 on Saturday night, and he is someone that will look to be extremely aggressive in the Octagon.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Dominick Reyes has had some chances to win a title, including a tough fight with Jon Jones. That fight was lost on a decision, and Reyes started to all apart a bit after the disappointing defeat.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There is some value in betting on Reyes at +190 to win the fight this weekend, but Jacoby is just in a better spot. This one is going to end early as Jacoby will get the job done and come away with a massive win.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Another Great Bout</h2>



<p>There are terrific matchups found throughout the fight card at the <a href="https://www.vegasinsider.com/ufc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UFC</a> Fight Night in Louisville, but one more on the main card really stands out. That would be the bantamweight battle between Ricky Turcios and Raul Rosas Jr, and it’s a fight that is supposed to last three rounds. </p>



<p>The reason that this fight looks so good on paper is for the fact that it was actually supposed to take place back in February. After that fight got postponed, both fighters have spent time talking about the rescheduled date, and also studying their opponent.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Rosas Jr. becoming ill was the initial reason for the postponement, and he comes into this fight as the betting favorite at -230. Turcios is a worthy opponent at +190, but there is a reason that he is an underdog in this fight.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Expect this bout to come down to a decision, and it’s best to grab the underdog in that situation. It’s going to be tight, but getting Turcios to win this fight at +190 is the best way to go for another great fight at the KFC Yum! Center.&nbsp;</p>

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Betting against the public is the epitome of intensity in the gambling world. What are the odds and who is picking who? Everyone believes they have all the answers but then they start second-guessing and choose the safe pick a.k.a the popular pick. Those who stick to their conviction believe they have the advantage because they <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sports-betting-what-is-contrarian-betting/"><strong>bet against the public</strong></a> who most of the time are uninformed and misguided.

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From the outside, it seems sensible to use this strategy fairly often because if the popular pick won every time then there would be no sportsbooks in business. Any sort of house or dealer tries their best to get some of the pie especially when odds are 50/50 and they do their job well. They can’t let the free-thinkers make them look foolish either. So usually they will survey the area and play a little bit on both sides

When the common choice is made clear, the bookies usually end up on top. If they’re the ones making all the money, why would you not align with them? Like they say: “the house always wins” and the worst thing that can happen is you end up like the rest of those who didn’t pick the correct side.

You can see this strategy firsthand in everyday life. Ask someone how they feel about two opponents, one of which is the obvious choice to win. They look at you in confusion as if the person/team they pick has never been beaten before. At the end of the day, most bettors enter the life because they were fans initially and have a stake in it already. It is everyone’s dream to watch their team win while getting rich and it’s seemingly easy money if you just choose the best team… or so they think.

With this in mind, the bookies can adjust accordingly and shift their lines to put themselves in a position to cash out as much as they can and the security of the common man not doing any research to realize this. The really obvious picks will adjust even more and raise the stakes higher for those enough to bet the opposite.

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In all sports, home court advantage is seen as a decent metric for telling which team will win. This proves false especially in the NBA which is good news for contrarian bettors<b>.</b> Road teams have won 51% of the time since 2005. What’s even better is that when this is ignored by the public, the record improves. Teams in the middle of a long road trip do the best. During that time period so long as they receive less than 1/3 of the spread, win almost 60% of the time.

In the college world, March Madness upsets have made people literal millionaires overnight. In the regular season on the more heavily-bet games, going opposite of the public has proven a good choice as 56% of the time it’s the better choice. It’s impossible to adopt a system that is invincible due to the inevitable fact that a market correction will be made. However, going <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sports-betting-what-is-public-money/"><strong>opposite of the public</strong></a> bet is a strategy that’s proven lucrative and has fared well so far.

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Washington Wizards will host the Chicago Bulls in a matchup between two Eastern Conference teams. The Bulls are favored by 1.5 points and have a moneyline of -120. The over/under line for the game is set at 221.5. NBCS will broadcast the game from Capital One Arena.</p>

<p>The Bulls (38-42) are 9th in the Eastern Conference, while the Wizards (15-65) are 14th. Washington is currently on a four-game losing streak.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, April 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-109 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with Jordan Poole points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 8 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulls Win on the Road?</h3><p>In games against Eastern Conference opponents, the Bulls have gone 21-28 compared to 17-14 against the West. Overall, they are 38-42 and are in 9th place in the East and 4th in the Central Division.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bulls are 18-21 this season and have an ATS record of 20-18 on the road. As the favorite, they are 15-17 ATS on the road and 20-13 overall.</p>

<p>This season, the Bulls have an O/U record of 42-37-1, and the over has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 225.4 points compared to today's O/U line of 221.5.</p>

<p>Chicago's last game was a 127-105 win over the Pistons. The Bulls were favored by 11 points in that game, and the O/U line was 220 points.</p>

<p>For the season, the Bulls have been favored in 33 of their 80 games, and they are favored by 1.5 points today. As the favorite, they have a scoring differential of +2.9 points per game and are 15-17 ATS. As the favorite, they are 20-13.</p><p>So far this season, the Bulls are averaging 112 points per game, which is 22nd in the NBA. When it comes to their scoring on the road, they are 19th in the league at 112.4 points per contest.</p>

<p>When it comes to outscoring the NBA scoring average, the Bulls have done so in 40% of their games this season. In terms of their field goal percentage, they are 17th in the NBA at 46%.</p>

<p>Chicago is 24th in pace this season, and when it comes to two-point shooting, they are 21st in the league. In terms of three-point shooting, the Bulls are 20th in three-point shooting percentage.</p><p>The Bulls' defense is presently ranked 16th in the league, allowing an average of 113.5 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Bulls squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.9% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 36.9% from downtown.</p><h3>Can Washington Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Washington's O/U record this season is 41-39 and the over has hit in their last two games. Today's line of 221.5 is lower than all but one of their games this season.</p>

<p>The Wizards are 13-26 ATS at home and 36-43 overall. They have covered the spread in their last four games as the underdog and are 35-36 vs. the spread as the underdog. Today, they are getting 1.5 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Wizards lost to the Timberwolves by a score of 130-121. Washington was a big underdog in that game, getting 18.5 points. The combined scoring in the game was 251.</p>

<p>Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Wizards are 11-39 and are currently 14th in the East. Within the Southeast Division, they are 4-12 and are in 5th place.</p><p>This season, the Wizards have been one of the most up-tempo teams in the league, leading the NBA in pace at 102.3 possessions per game. However, their scoring average of 113.5 points per game is just 17th in the league.</p>

<p>When playing at home, Washington is averaging 112.5 points per game compared to 114.5 on the road. So far, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 45% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Wizards are 28th in the league, hitting just 34% of their attempts. Overall, they are 18th in field goal percentage at 46%.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Wizards' defense is giving up an average of 122.8 points per game. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA league average in 67.5% of their games. So far this season, the Wizards' defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 6th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.0 times per game vs. Washington.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 4/12/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Winthrop as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 158.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Winthrop pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Win at Rock Hill?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Mercer dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 73-66 road loss to Queens (NC) on Wednesday. The Bears entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Mercer trailed 30-29 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Mercer's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 16% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.9%, and they managed 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Nasir Mann added 15 points in 17 minutes, hitting 1 of 2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they allowed 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. Mercer held them to 39% shooting on two-point attempts, as they went 15/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 attempts. Mercer also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 79%. The Bears gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Winthrop Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Winthrop fell to 6-4 on the season after an 82-64 road loss to Florida State on Tuesday. The Eagles entered the game as +11 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Winthrop trailed 45-27 at halftime but played the Seminoles evenly in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 37 points. The game’s total points of 146 fell short of the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 35.3%. They managed 64 points, with 14 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Malique Ewin was a standout, shooting 66.7% and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Bryce Baker hit 6 threes at a 50% rate. Jamir Watkins contributed 23 points and 4 assists, despite shooting 42.9% overall.</p><p>Winthrop's defense gave up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field, as their opponent hit 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles allowed 24 baskets on 41 tries, a 58% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop's defense saw their opponent make 7 of 20 shots, good for 35%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%. Winthrop allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Florida Gators NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

<p>Betting on today's Flames and Wild game? Catch the action at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN, as the Wild hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on BSN. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Wild are the home favorites against the Flames in a Western conference matchup.</p><h3>CALGARY FLAMES VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Flames.</li><li>We like the Flames on the moneyline (+128)</li><li>The Flames are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Calgary Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Through 29 games, the Flames have achieved an overall record of 11-15-4. When on the road, Calgary holds a 5-9-3 record, while they are 6-6-1 when playing at home. Their current record places them 5th in the Western Pacific division and 11th in the Western conference.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, Calgary are 13-16. When playing on the road against the puck line, they are 6-10, while their overall home performance is 7-6. This season, Calgary's games have an average of 6.6 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.2. The Flames come in with an over/under performance of 18-10-1.</p><p>In their last three road games, Calgary has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 4. The team's record in this stretch was 0-3 while going 2-1.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Flames come in averaging 3 goals per game this season, which is 17th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 10th in the league. Coming into the game, the Flames have 6-8 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 4-7.</p><p>Calgary's leading goal scorer is Yegor Sharangovich. So far this season, he has 9 goals, placing him 89th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 7 assists so far.</p><p>The Wild defense is currently 27th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Minnesota. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 14th with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Minnesota, goalie Dan Vladar has started nine games in this season. His current record is 4-4, and his save percentage stands at 87.2%.</p><h3>Will the Wild Win at Xcel Energy Center?</h3><p>This season, the Wild have put together an overall record of 10-12-4. When playing on the road, Minnesota has gone 5-8-2, while their home record stands at 5-4-2. At the moment, they hold the 7th spot in the Western Central division and are ranked 13th in the Western conference.</p><p>Minnesota is 15-11 against the puck line this season. On the road, their puck line record sits at 9-6 compared to 6-5 at home. This season, Minnesota's games are averaging 6.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Wild currently have an over/under record of 13-11-2.</p><p>In their last three home games, Minnesota has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Wild have an average of 3.1 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 24th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 27th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Wild offense is 22nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 23rd in the NHL.</p><p>Minnesota's current leading scorer is Joel Eriksson Ek. This season, he has 14 goals, which puts him 15th in the NHL. Eriksson Ek also comes into the game with 7 assists.</p><p>Minnesota defense takes on the Flames ranked 27th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Minnesota. They alsso are 14th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Filip Gustavsson gets the start and has made 16 starts this season. His record at this point is 6-7, and his save percentage is 90%.</p>

Calgary Flames vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/23

<p>Thursday's matchup between the Rays and Tigers is set to get started at 1:10 PM ET from Comerica Park in Detroit. The Tigers are currently on a four-game winning streak and are 84-74 overall, while the Rays have lost two straight and are 78-80.</p>

<p>Detroit is the heavy favorite on the money line today, with odds of -164 compared to the Rays at +139. The over/under line is sitting at 7.5 runs, and the game will be televised on BSSUN.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY RAYS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Rays Moneyline +139</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 1:10 ET on Thursday, September 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RAYS VS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rays winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Rays 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>Detroit cruised to a 7-1 win over the Rays in the most recent game of this series. The Tigers had a huge 2nd inning, scoring two of their seven runs. As for the Rays, they scored their only run in the 3rd. Heading into the game, the Tigers were favored at -129 on the money line.</p>

<p>Keider Montero only went 2 2/3 innings for the Tigers but gave up just one run and one hit. He finished the game with two strikeouts but issued two walks. On the other side, Zack Littell was tagged for three homers and seven runs in just 4 2/3 innings of work for the Rays.</p>

<p>Parker Meadows, Spencer Torkelson, and Riley Greene each homered for the Tigers. Meadows had a huge game at the plate, going 3/5 with two runs scored and three RBIs.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rays are 78-80 overall, and they are 14 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Currently, they trail the Red Sox by 1.5 games for the final Wild Card spot. Tampa Bay has dropped two straight games and are losing their series vs. the Tigers 0-2.</p>

<p>At home, the Rays have gone 42-39 this year, and they are just under .500 at 36-41 on the road. As the underdog, the Rays are 41-49 this season, and they are 37-31 when favored. Tampa Bay's overall series record is 24-19-7, and they have won two straight series.</p><p>When the Tampa Bay Rays have been favored on the run line this season, they have not been a good bet, going 24-44. However, as an underdog, they have been a solid play, going 57-33. Overall, they are 81-77 on the run line, with an average run margin of -0.4 runs per game. That average run margin is slightly worse on the road at -0.5 runs per game, where they are 44-33 on the run line. Their average run margin in winning games is +2.7 runs per game, while it is -3.4 runs per game in losing games.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays are on the road today to face the Detroit Tigers, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The combined run average for Rays games this season is 7.9 runs, and their over/under record is 66-83. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 23-31. Overall, 55.7% of their games this season have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Tyler Alexander gets the start for the Rays today as he faces the Tigers on the road. So far this season, he has made 22 appearances and eight starts. Alexander's record for the season is 6-5, and he comes in with an ERA of 5.35. In his 102 2/3 innings of work, he has a WHIP of 1.27 and has given up a total of 23 home runs. Looking back at his last outing, Alexander went 4 1/3 innings, giving up two hits, one walk, and one earned run. He finished with six strikeouts in that outing and didn't give up a homer.</p><p>So far this season, the Rays are averaging just 3.7 runs per game, which is 29th in the league. As a team, they are batting just .230, and their home run total of 146 is also near the bottom of the league. The team's collective on-base percentage of .303 is also near the bottom of the league.</p>

<p>Yandy Diaz has been the team's most consistent hitter this season, batting .282 with 14 home runs, which is 3rd on the team. He also leads the Rays with 65 RBIs. Christopher Morel and Brandon Lowe are tied for the team lead in homers, but Morel is batting just .195, and Lowe is at .239. Morel is also 2nd on the team in RBIs.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit is currently 84-74 overall and trails the Guardians by 7.5 games in the AL Central. The Tigers have won four straight games, and they are 8-2 over their last 10. So far, they have gone 27-22 against other teams in the AL Central.</p>

<p>As the home team, the Tigers are 41-36 this year, and they have gone 43-38 on the road. Detroit has won three straight games as the home team, and they are 25-18 as the home favorite this year. The Tigers' overall series record is 25-20-5, and they have won five straight series.</p><p>When the Tigers are favored, they are 23-39 on the run line, but they are 62-34 as the underdog. Their run line record is 85-73 overall, and they have covered the run line in 51 of 81 road games. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.5, compared to -3.4 in losing games.</p><p>Today's over/under line for the Detroit Tigers game against the Tampa Bay Rays is set at 7.5 runs. The Tigers have played in 99 games this season with over/under lines higher than 7.5 runs, and their games have averaged a combined 8.2 runs per game. They have an over/under record of 77-76 on the season, and when the line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 22-18.</p><p>Right-hander Reese Olson gets the start for the Tigers today as he faces the Rays at home. He has made 21 starts this season and has a record of 4-8 with an ERA of 3.49. So far, opponents are batting .234 off Olson this season. One of his best outings came on July 10th against the Guardians, where he went six innings, giving up just one earned run and picking up the win. In his last outing, he went three innings and gave up one earned run, finishing with a no-decision. Olson has not taken a loss in his last three outings.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 18th in the league. They have been a little better on the road this season, averaging 4.3 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .235, which is 17th in the league and have a collective on-base percentage of just .299.</p>

<p>Riley Greene has been the Tigers' top power threat this season, with his 24 home runs and 73 RBIs both leading the team. His batting average of .264 is also the 3rd best mark in the lineup. Kerry Carpenter comes into the game with a team-high batting average of .285 and is 2nd on the team with 17 homers. Over his last seven games, Carpenter has gone 5/17 with two homers. Jace Jung is also on a four-game hitting streak.</p>

Tampa Bay Rays vs Detroit Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/26/24

<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and Roos game? Catch the action at Swinney Recreation Center in Kansas City, MO, as the Roos hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on Summ. East Tennessee State is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 141.5 points.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS KANSAS CITY ROOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Roos +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swinney Recreation Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY ROOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Roos.</li><li>Not only will Kansas City pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buccaneers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>East Tennessee State evened their season record at 5-5 with an 84-58 win over Elon on Wednesday. The Buccaneers, who were favored by three points, covered the spread in this home game. The total points for the game were 142, just under the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>ETSU took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Elon 40-32.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 53.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 66.7% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Buccaneers dished out 18 assists, with Quimari Peterson leading the way with 6. Peterson also contributed 19 points on 7-of-10 shooting. TJ Simpkins led all scorers with 27 points, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense struggled, giving up 58 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Buccaneers had a tough time defending inside, as the other team hit 66% of their two-point attempts, going 24/36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Tennessee State held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 7 made threes on 22 attempts. The Buccaneers also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws at a 71% rate. East Tennessee State gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Kansas City Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Kansas City improved to 3-7 on the season with a 74-64 win over Wichita State on Tuesday. The Roos were +13.5 point underdogs going into the game and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Kansas City led 38-24 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The combined points of 138 fell under the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>The Roos put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.4%. They hit 64.5% of their two-point attempts and 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 22 three-point shots.</p> <p>Xavier Bell led the way with 21 points, shooting 60% from the field. Babacar Diallo and Jamar Brown each added 18 points, with Brown hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range. Ring Nyeri was also effective from deep, making 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite giving up 64 points, Kansas City’s defense held their opponent to 38% shooting from the field, with a 48% success rate on two-point attempts (21/43). The Roos were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% shooting performance.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Kansas City sent their opponent to the stripe 24 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 54%. The Roos also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>The Blackhawks and Devils are set to face off at 1:00 ET on NHLN. The Devils will host the game at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Devils as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Devils to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>The Devils should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Blackhawks Secure a Win at Newark?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 9-18-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held a 4-1 lead until the Ducks scored with just 4 seconds left. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago's offense netted 4 goals on 29 shots in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Ryan Donato scored his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Isaak Phillips and Teuvo Teravainen, who scored on a power play, also found the net.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Taylor Hall added another assist, now with 4 on the year. The Blackhawks recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up two goals in the third period, the Blackhawks' defense helped secure a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, and the defense added 6 takeaways and 5 hits.</p><h3>Can New Jersey Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 19-10-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey, favored on the puck line, failed to cover, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>All the scoring happened in the third period. Blake Coleman broke the tie at 14:26, and the Flames added two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was blanked in their 3-0 loss to Calgary. The Devils took 22 shots on goal but failed to find the net, marking the first time this season they’ve been shut out. They also recorded 19 giveaways.</p> <p>New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including a 0-0 tie heading into the third. The Devils finished with 0 assists and no power play goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Great Danes and Rams game? Catch the action at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Fordham is favored by -7.5 at home against Albany.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have Fordham winning straight-up, we like Albany at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Albany Shock Everyone at Rose Hill Gymnasium?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Great Danes improved to 5-6 on the season with a 74-66 win over Sacred Heart on Wednesday. Albany, who entered the game as +3.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Albany trailed 34-30 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-32. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, Albany's offense put up 74 points, shooting 39% from the field and 24% from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, while they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>The Great Danes grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with Tanner Thomas and Amar'e Marshall each scoring 16 points. Thomas shot 50% overall, while Marshall hit 3 of 8 from deep. Nyle Ralph-Beyer was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three, contributing 13 points in 21 minutes.</p><p>Albany's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field, with 26 made baskets on 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Great Danes allowed 21 two-point field goals on 42 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Albany's defense limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate. The Great Danes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts, shooting 90%.</p><h3>Will the Fordham Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fordham improved to 6-5 on the season with an 86-84 win over Bryant on Saturday. The Rams entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Fordham led 42-36 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 44 of their own. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Fordham put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.3%, and they hit 86.4% of their free throws, going 19-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from three. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, making both of his three-point attempts and shooting 66.7% overall. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, along with 8 assists.</p><p>Fordham's defense gave up 84 points in their last game, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field on 27 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, with the opposing team hitting 21 of 43 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, as they made 6 of 18 three-point attempts. However, Fordham sent them to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 for 77%. Fordham also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Senators and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on NBCS. The Senators are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Blackhawks winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+150)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the road this season, the Senators have gone 7-13-0 and are winners of their last three road games. In games against Eastern Conference opponents, Ottawa has gone 17-14. Overall, the Senators have gone 22-26-2 and are in 8th place in the Atlantic Division and 15th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, Ottawa has gone 13-10-0 and have been favored in 23 of their 50 games. Over their last ten games, the Senators have gone 6-4, and they have won four of their last five games. Ottawa has gone 10-7 against division opponents this year.</p></p><p>On the season, Ottawa has 21 losses by multiple goals and has a puck line record of 23-27. When favored, the Senators have a puck line mark of 9-14, and they have gone 7-3 against the puck line in their last ten games.</p>

<p>So far, Ottawa has an average scoring margin of -0.2 goals per game, and they have gone 4-6 against the puck line in their last ten road games. The Senators have won three straight games against the puck line on the road.</p> <p>This season, Ottawa's games have an average of 7 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.6. The Senators come in with an over/under performance of 28-19-3.</p><p>Ottawa has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>On offense, the Senators are averaging 3.4 goals per game which is 13th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 17th in the league. The Ottawa offense is ranked 22nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 17th in the NHL.</p><p>Ottawa will be looking for a good game from Brady Tkachuk who leads the team in scoring with 25 goals, ranking 20th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Tkachuk has 19 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Blackhawks head into the game ranked 5th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.1 shots per game against Chicago. So far, they are 26th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Anton Forsberg gets the start and has made 16 starts this season. His record at this point is 8-8, and his save percentage is 0.481%.</p><h3>Will the Chicago Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>With a record of 14-37-3, the Blackhawks are currently in 8th place in the Central Division and 16th place in the Western Conference. At home, Chicago has gone 10-14-2 this season and have lost two straight games at the United Center. As the underdog in 52 of their 54 games, the Blackhawks have gone 13-36-3 in games as the underdog and have lost two straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Chicago has gone just 1-9 and have lost their last three games. On the season, the Blackhawks have gone 8-24 against Western Conference opponents and 3-14 against teams in the Central Division. This season, Chicago has been the favorite in just two games and have gone 1-1-0 as the favorite.</p></p><p>Chicago comes into the game with a puck line record of 24-30 and an average scoring margin of -1.5 goals per game. They have gone 4-6 against the puck line in their last ten games and have dropped two straight games vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Blackhawks have gone 15-11 against the puck line at home, and they have an average scoring margin of -.6 goals per game at the United Center. In their 52 games as the underdog, the Blackhawks have gone 24-28 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Chicago's games are averaging 5.6 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.2. The Blackhawks currently have an over/under record of 21-31-2.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Ottawa has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 4 goals per game.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Blackhawks come in averaging 2.1 goals per game this season, which is 32nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 30th in the league. Chicago's offense is currently ranked 32nd in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 22nd in the league.</p><p>The leading scorer for Chicago's offense is Jason Dickinson. Coming into the game he has 16 goals, ranking 86th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Dickinson has 10 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Blackhawks head into the game ranked 5th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.1 shots per game against Chicago. So far, they are 26th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Petr Mrazek gets the start and has made 35 starts this season. His record at this point is 12-21, and his save percentage is 0.953%.</p>

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<p>The Miami Heat (-294) will take on the Detroit Pistons (+238) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Miami is currently 8th in the East with a record of 35-30, while Detroit is 14th in the East with a record of 12-53. The Heat are favored by 7.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 213.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET and can be seen on BSDE.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-108 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Terry Rozier finishing with Terry Rozier points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Miami Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Miami is looking to end their 4-game losing streak today against the Pistons. The Heat are favored by 7.5 points and have gone 15-18 against the spread as the favorite this season. As the favorite, they are 25-11 straight-up.</p>

<p>The Heat's ATS record for the season is 30-32, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two games. On the road, they are 18-12 ATS compared to 12-20 ATS at home.</p>

<p>Miami's O/U record for the season is 24-41, and their games have averaged 219.9 points per game. Today's O/U line is 213.5, and the team has gone 4- straight games hitting the under.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Heat lost to the Nuggets by a score of 100-88. Miami was getting 3.5 points going into the game. The O/U line for that game was 217 points.</p>

<p>This season, the Heat are 35-30 overall, which has them in 8th place in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 23-17 and 11-3 against their division.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Miami Heat are 27th in the NBA at 110.2 points per game. Interestingly, they are better on the road (107.7 PPG) than at home (112.7 PPG).</p>

<p>So far this season, Miami has scored less than the NBA scoring average in 61.5% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 29th in the league, averaging 96 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Heat are 22nd in field goal percentage at 46%. They are also 27th in two-point shooting (52%). From beyond the arc, Miami is 8th in the league at 37%.</p><p>So far, the Heat's defense is ranked 6th in the league at 109.8 points per contest. On two point field goal attempts, the Heat's defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 55.2% and allowing 36.3% from beyond the arc.</p><h3>Can the Pistons Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Currently, the Pistons are 14th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 12-53. In the Central Division, they are in 5th place. In non-conference games, Detroit is 3-22 compared to 9-31 against the East.</p>

<p>Detroit has won two straight games and is 33-31 against the spread this season. As the underdog, they have an ATS record of 30-27 and are 16-16 ATS at home.</p>

<p>This season, the Pistons have been the underdog in 58 of their 65 games. As the underdog, their ATS record is 9-49, and they are 9-49 straight-up as the underdog. Today, they are getting 7.5 points.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Pistons defeated the Raptors by a score of 113-104. The O/U line for that game was 233 points, and Detroit was favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>On average, the Pistons' games have finished with 232.9 points, which is higher than today's O/U line of 213.5. This season, Detroit has an O/U record of 34-30-1.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Pistons have been below the NBA average in 67.7% of their games this season. They are 21st in the league in scoring at 112.4 points per game. At home, they are averaging 112.1 points per game.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, Detroit is 7th in the NBA at 100.3 possessions per game. They are also 7th in two-point field goal attempts, hitting 53% of their shots inside the arc.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Pistons are 18th in field goal percentage at 47%. They have also struggled from beyond the arc, ranking 29th in three-point shooting at 35%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Pistons' defense is giving up an average of 120.5 points per contest. So far this season, the Pistons' defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 1st in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 26.0 times per game vs. Detroit.</p>

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<strong>What is Hedging Your Bet? It is simply to reduce or eliminate the risk of your bet. </strong>

A lot of people mistakenly think that sports betting simply means betting spreads, money lines, and totals on single games. If you are only betting those options, you are doing yourself and your bankroll a major disservice. We’ve talked about some of the other betting options that are available, like <a href="http://bangthebook.com/tips-play-wagering-live-betting-sports/"><strong>live betting or in-game wagering</strong></a>, but there are some longer-term investments that you may want to pursue.

It can be challenging to sweat out bets on a daily basis. Sometimes, you just don’t have the ability to handicap games because a day job or a family takes your time away from betting. Fortunately, you can take different types of positions by using the futures market to your advantage. Futures can range from anything to “Who will win the Cy Young Award?” to “Which team will win the Super Bowl?”

Just like single-game bets, your bet price is already locked in and the line doesn’t change. If you play Golden State at +200 to win the NBA Title, that’s the price that you have. If by mid-January, the Warriors are +110 to win the NBA Title, that doesn’t matter to you because your play was locked in at +200. It’s just like any other type of bet. If you beat the Seattle Seahawks at -2.5 and the line closes -3.5, you still have that line. The downside to futures is that your bet could be locked up for several months over the course of a season while waiting for a result. Some people can’t afford to make those types of plays to tie of a significant chunk of financial resources. We recommend having a separate bankroll in mind for futures and then another one for your daily bets.

The true beauty in futures is the ability to hedge. The goal of every futures bet is to make money. It isn’t necessarily to pick the winner, but to put yourself in a position to turn a profit. Surely you’ve heard the phrase “hedging your bets” before. Hedging is a way to limit risk by either buying out of a position or by locking up profit.

Obviously, with player futures like MVP or NBA Scoring Champion, there aren’t really a <strong><em>whole lot of hedging possibilities</em></strong>. With picking teams to win titles or picking season win totals, you can find opportunities to guarantee a profit.

The size and type of hedge depends on your initial starting position. Let’s say that you took the Oregon Ducks at +2500 to win the NCAA Tournament in 2017. They made it all the way to the Final Four and you had one of the four teams with a chance to cut down the nets at +2500. The last thing you want to do is have a four-month investment, get to that point, and then win nothing, right? Depending on your bankroll and your risk tolerance, you could have bet four units on North Carolina at -200 to win two units. Let’s say you put $100 on Oregon at +2500 and your usual unit size is $100. North Carolina is paying back one unit for every two units wagered. So, if North Carolina wins, you would have one unit of profit to show for your future. You lost the $100 on Oregon, but won $200 on North Carolina’s money line.

With North Carolina somewhere around a five-point favorite in that game, the implied probability per the betting market that North Carolina wins is around 66.7 percent. You’re pretty confident that Oregon isn’t going to win the game. Maybe you put six units on North Carolina to win. You would make a $200 profit. If Oregon pulls the upset, your future becomes $100 to win $1900 because of what you risked on North Carolina ($600). At that point, you can look ahead to the next game to see if you want to let Oregon ride or if you want to hedge again. That decision is up to you based on what your goals are with your futures bet.

Let’s say that you played the Arizona Cardinals over 10.5 wins in the NFL. It’s Week 16 and the Cardinals are sitting at 9-5. You’re sweating bullets. The Cardinals play the Los Angeles Rams in Week 17 and there are playoff implications, so you’re pretty certain that they are going to win that game. Before the Cardinals get to that date with the Rams, they host the Seattle Seahawks. Arizona is having a good season and the Cardinals are a modest 2.5-point favorite over their archrival. They’re favored to win the game, but you’re not so sure. David Johnson is banged up and a couple of offensive linemen are questionable.

Do you let it ride? Do you see what happens and hope for the best or do you take a small position on the Seattle money line? You’ve spent 15 weeks of your time sitting on this futures bet. You can limit some of your risk by taking the Seahawks on the money line in the +120 or +125 range. Let’s say your thought process is to bet .5 units to win .6 units. You have one unit to win one unit on the Arizona win total. Do you hedge your bet for half a unit? If the Cardinals win out, you cost yourself half a unit of profit, but you didn’t come away empty-handed. If the Cardinals lose that Week 16 game, you lost 0.4 units on your futures bet, but you could have lost a full unit. Unlike the last example, let’s say that you’re a $1000 bettor. Or a $5000 bettor. Is it better to run the risk of losing some, losing it all, winning some, or winning it all? That’s up to you to decide.

<strong>While hedging is generally thought of as a play with futures, you can also do single-game hedging.</strong> As we talked about with regards to live betting, you can buy out of a pregame position or guarantee profit with in-game wagering. You can also look for middle opportunities. That’s also true of halftime wagering. One of the most common forms of hedging is to take a first-half position, a full-game position, and then look to go 3-0 or guarantee profit at 2-1 by playing something opposite in the second half. Say you bet the first half under 68 in a college basketball game and also the full game under 146. If the first half ends 33-28 and the second half total is 78, you can bet the second half over for a middle of 137 to 146 or simply guarantee a 2-1 record on that game in case the total goes over 146. That is another form of hedging.

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chippewas and Falcons. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Falcons at Stroh Center in Bowling Green, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 141 points, and Bowling Green is favored by -7 vs. Central Michigan in a Mid-American conference matchup.</p><h3>CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS VS BOWLING GREEN FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bowling Green Falcons -7</p><p>This game will be played at Stroh Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOWLING GREEN FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Falcons.</li><li>Not only will Bowling Green pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Chippewas Stand a Chance in Bowling Green?</h3><p>Central Michigan is coming off a 62-55 win over Western Michigan and has won three straight games. The Chippewas have a 12-9 record this season, including a 6-2 mark in Mid-American Conference play.</p>

<p>On the road, Central Michigan is 5-7 this season, and over their last 10 road games, they are 5-5. As the underdog, the Chippewas have a 6-7 record.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Central Michigan has gone 6-7 vs. the spread. On the road, the Chippewas are 5-7 ATS and they are 2-1 in their last three road games vs. the spread. Overall, Central Michigan's ATS record is 10-9.</p><p>Central Michigan's over/under record this season is 6-12-1, and today's line of 141 is lower than the average OU line in their games (142.3). So far, 14 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 134 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 67.6 points per game, the Central Michigan had a below average performance. They scored 62 points against Western Michigan and had a field goal percentage of 42.1%. The team's top scorer is Anthony Pritchard, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 14.6, while Brian Taylor also maintains a PPG average of 12.2 leading up to the game.</p><p>The Chippewas' defense is presently ranked 157th nationally, allowing an average of 71.5 points per contest. So far, the Central Michigan defense is giving up an average of 9.2 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.8 times per game (571st).</p><h3>Will the Falcons Win at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, Bowling Green has gone 9-3, and over their last 10 games at home, they are 9-1. For the year, they are 15-6. Bowling Green has been the favorite 11 times and has gone 9-2 in those games. Their average scoring margin at home is +7.3.</p>

<p>This season, Bowling Green has gone 6-3 in Mid-American Conference games compared to 9-3 in non-conference games. In their last game, they beat Ball State by a score of 81-72.</p><p>When looking at Bowling Green's ATS record this season, they are currently 9-10. At home, their ATS mark sits at 6-6. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Falcons are just 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Bowling Green games sits at 13-6, and the average scoring total in their games is 149.4 points. Today's over/under line of 141 is lower than their season average OU line of 147.9. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 162 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is a perfect 9-0.</p><p>Bowling Green's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 81 points vs. Ball State. Overall, they hit 51.8% of their shots from the field and went 15/20 from the free-throw line. Leading the team in scoring is Marcus Hill, who is averaging 21.1 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Rashaun Agee also maintains a PPG average of 12.4 heading into game.</p><p>Bowling Green's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 71.7 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.7 threes per game vs. Central Michigan. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 33.2%.</p>

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