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<p>From loanDepot Park in Miami, we have an NL matchup between the Reds and Marlins. First pitch for this one is set for 6:40 PM ET. BSOH is carrying this game on TV.</p>

<p>The Reds are the slight money line favorite (-148) and are looking to extend their two-game winning streak. The Marlins have lost two straight and are +125 on the money line. Valente Bellozo is slated to start for the Marlins, and he will be facing off against an Andrew Abbott and the Reds. Cincinnati is 4th in the NL Central, while the Marlins are 5th in the NL East.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Marlins Moneyline +125</p><p>This game will be played at loanDepot Park at 6:40 ET on Wednesday, August 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS MARLINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Marlins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The Reds cruised to an easy 8-2 win over the Marlins in the most recent game of this series. Cincinnati had a huge 4th inning, scoring four of their eight runs. As for the Marlins, they scored their only two runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Reds were favored at -133 on the money line.</p>

<p>This game featured a starting pitching matchup between Nick Lodolo for the Reds and Max Meyer for the Marlins. Lodolo went six innings and gave up just two hits and two earned runs. On the other side, Meyer was tagged for two homers and six runs in four innings of work.</p>

<p>Cincinnati's offense was led by a big game from Elly De La Cruz, who went 4/5 with two RBIs. Both Tyler Stephenson and Ty France each homered for the Reds. For Miami, Xavier Edwards went 2/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 55-58 overall and trails the Brewers by 8.5 games in the NL Central. The Reds have gone 14-15 in divisional games this year. The Reds have won two straight games, and they are 2-0 in this series vs. the Marlins.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 28-31 this season, and they are an even 27-27 on the road. As the road favorite, the Reds have gone 10-4 this year, and they are 29-25 as the favorite overall. Cincinnati's series record is 13-20-3 this year.</p><p>When the Reds are on the road, they have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 34-20. They have covered in two straight games and have been the underdog in 59 contests, going 36-23 against the run line. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.8, while it drops to -2.9 in losses.</p>The Cincinnati Reds are on the road against the Miami Marlins today. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is exactly the combined run average for both teams this season. The Reds have a 51-58 over/under record on the year, and when the line has been set at 8.5 runs, they have gone over 11 times and under 9 times. Overall, 50.4% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs. The Reds have hit the over in each of their last four games.<p>Cincinnati is sending left-hander Andrew Abbott to the mound today vs. the Marlins. He has made 22 starts this year and has a record of 9-8 with a 3.41 ERA. Abbott's WHIP for the season is 1.29, and he is coming off a rough outing vs. the Giants, where he took the loss and gave up two earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. In that outing, he gave up one homer. Before that, he had given up a homer in three straight outings. Opponents are batting .229 off Abbott this season. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.2 strikeouts and 3.4 walks.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been swinging a hot bat for the Reds of late, going 13/34 (.382) over his last eight games, with two homers and five RBIs. For the season, he is batting .268 with a team-high 20 homers. Spencer Steer and Jeimer Candelario are also near the top of the league in home runs, but both are batting under .230 for the season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Reds are averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 14th in the league. They are also 10th in home runs and have the 6th best Isolated Power in the league. Currently, they are 20th in batting average and have the 18th best on-base percentage in the MLB.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is 5th in the NL East, 25.5 games behind the Phillies for the division lead. Overall, the Marlins are 42-72, and they have dropped two straight games. These two losses have come after they won two straight, so they are 4-6 over their last 10 games.</p>

<p>The Marlins have really struggled against other NL East teams, going 11-23 in the division this year. At home, the Marlins are 22-36 compared to a 20-36 mark on the road. As the underdog, the Marlins are 38-59 this year, and they are just 4-13 when favored.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Miami Marlins have been a better bet as the underdog this season, going 51-46, compared to just 2-15 as the favorite. Their overall run line record is 53-61, and they have gone 25-33 against the run line at home. Their average run margin is -1.3 runs per game, with a -1.1 run differential on the road and a -1.6 run differential at home. Their average run differential in winning games is +2.8 runs, while it drops to -3.8 runs in losing games. They have failed to cover the run line in two straight games, and they have been favored in both games.</p><p>The Miami Marlins are playing at home today against the Cincinnati Reds. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly higher than their combined run average of 8.6 runs per game this season. The Marlins have played to the over in 62 of their 111 games this season, and their average over/under line is set at 8 runs. In games with an over/under line of 8.5 runs, they have a record of 19-17. The over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Valente Bellozo will be making his third start of the season for the Marlins, and it will be his first home start. In his first outing, he took the loss at home vs. the Red Sox, and then went 5 innings and gave up 2 runs in his last start vs. the Braves.</p><p>For the season, the Marlins are averaging just 3.6 runs per game, which is 29th in the league. They have been a little better at home, averaging 4 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .237, which is 16th in the league, and are 23rd in home runs. Miami's team on-base percentage is just .292, which is 22nd in the league.</p>

<p>Jake Burger has been the Marlins' top power threat this season, as his 17 home runs are 14th in the league. He also comes into the game on a good stretch of games, going 9/33 (.273) with four homers in his last eight games. Xavier Edwards has been hot of late, batting .406 over his last eight games. He is also on a nine-game hitting streak.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction 8/7/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Salukis and Bulldogs are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs will host the game at The Knapp Center in Des Moines, IA. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Drake as the -10 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 137.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS VS DRAKE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Illinois Salukis +10</p><p>This game will be played at The Knapp Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Drake winning straight-up, we like Southern Illinois at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Salukis Stand a Chance in Des Moines?</h3><p>After a 74-71 win over UIC, Southern Illinois has won three straight games and is 15-8 overall. Their record in the Missouri Valley Conference is 7-4 compared to their non-conference record of 8-4.</p>

<p>On the road, the Salukis are 5-3 this season, and their average scoring margin is +1.8. Over their last 10 road games, they are 6-4, and their current road win streak is two games.</p><p>As the underdog, Southern Illinois has a solid 5-3 record against the spread this season. Their overall ATS mark is 15-6. In their last three road games, the Salukis are a perfect 3-0 vs. the spread. On the year, their road ATS record is 6-2, and their overall ATS mark is 9-4 at home.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Southern Illinois games is 12-9. Today's over/under line of 137.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (136.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points, which matches today's over/under line.</p><p>In their recent game, the Salukis' offense concluded with 74 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 72.6 points per contest. Xavier Johnson led the scoring for the Salukis, contributing 29 points. Additionally, AJ Ferguson chipped in with 16 points.</p><p>This season, the Southern Illinois defense has been impressive, holding the 36th position in the country while permitting an average of 65.3 points per contest. The Southern Illinois defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 71 points and allowed UIC to connect on 6 threes.</p><h3>Does Drake Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Drake enters tonight's game against Southern Illinois with a perfect 13-0 record at home. Over their last 10 games at home, the Bulldogs are 10-0.</p>

<p>On the season, Drake has been the favorite in 20 of their 23 games. They have gone 16-4 in those games, including a 5-0 record over their last five.</p><p>Drake has been a .500 team vs. the spread this season, going 11-11. At home, they are 8-5 ATS this year and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Drake's over/under record for the season is 11-11 and today's line of 137.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (145.3). So far, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 5-5.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Drake offense tallied 67 points in a matchup against Indiana State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 39.3%, and they made 7 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Tucker DeVries who comes into today's matchup averaging 20.5. Atin Wright also heads into the game with a PPG average of 13.8.</p><p>Drake's defense has been playing well, ranking 79th nationally, with 67.8 points allowed per game. So far, the Drake defense is giving up an average of 6.7 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8.7 times per game (361st).</p>

Southern Illinois Salukis vs Drake Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>From loanDepot Park in Miami, we have the Reds and Marlins facing off in an NL matchup. Monday's first pitch is set for 6:40 PM ET, and the Reds are the betting favorite on the money line (-141). The Marlins have a two-game winning streak and their money line odds are sitting at +119. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Cincinnati will be looking to keep their winning streak going, as they have won three straight. They are 5th in the NL Central, while the Marlins are 5th in the NL East. Nick Martinez will start for the Reds, while Roddery Munoz goes for the Marlins. BSFL will be televising Monday's game.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline -141</p><p>This game will be played at loanDepot Park at 6:40 ET on Monday, August 5th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS MARLINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati closed out their series vs. the Giants with a tough 8-2 loss. Heading into the game, the Reds were the slight favorite at -113 on the money line. Things started off well for the Reds, as they got on the board with two runs in the 2nd inning but gave up the lead right away as the Giants scored two runs in the top of the 2nd.</p>

<p>Carson Spiers got the start for the Reds and took the loss. He only lasted 5 2/3 innings, giving up three earned runs on five hits. The Reds also issued three walks and hit a batter. Santiago Espinal was hot at the plate, going 2/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Cincinnati is 5th in the NL Central, trailing the Brewers by nine games. Overall, the Reds are 53-58 as they play on the road vs. the Marlins. Cincinnati is 14-15 against other teams in the NL Central.</p>

<p>So far, the Reds have been slightly better at home, going 28-31 compared to 25-27 on the road. As the road favorite, the Reds have gone 8-4 this year, and they are 27-25 as the favorite overall. When the underdog, Cincinnati is 26-33 this season, and they have dropped two straight road games heading into today's matchup.</p><p>Despite a losing record overall, the Reds have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 58-53. They have been especially profitable on the road, where they are 32-20 against the run line. Cincinnati has been a better bet as an underdog, going 36-23 against the run line in those games. The Reds' average run margin in their winning games is +3.7, compared to -2.9 in their losses.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds are on the road today against the Miami Marlins. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is exactly the combined run average for Reds games this season. Cincinnati's over/under record for the season is 49-58, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 10-9. The over has hit in two straight Reds games.</p><p>Cincinnati is sending right-hander Nick Martinez to the mound today vs. the Marlins. He has made five starts and 31 appearances this season, coming in with a record of 5-5 and an ERA of 3.65. Martinez's WHIP for the season is currently 1.13. The last time he pitched was on August 2nd out of the bullpen. In that outing, he went one inning, giving up one earned run, two hits, and two walks. Martinez did not give up a homer in that outing. Before that, he had won two straight outings. His ERA on the road is 2.67, compared to 3.65 at home.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz and Jeimer Candelario are both near the top of the league in home runs, with 18 apiece. De La Cruz is batting .255 for the season and is 3rd on the team with 45 RBIs. Candelario comes into the game with the 2nd most RBIs on the team, but he is just 4/28 in his last eight games. Spencer Steer is the Reds' top run producer, as he leads the team with 65 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Reds are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 15th in the league. They have been a better home team this season, averaging 4.4 runs per game. Overall, they are batting just .227, which is 22nd in the MLB.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami closed out their series vs. the Braves with an impressive 7-0 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at +211 on the money line. It was a six-run 4th inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Braves could only score three runs the entire game. Miami's offense was carried by Jonah Bride, who went 1/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p>

<p>Edward Cabrera got the start for the Marlins, going five innings, and didn't give up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out eight Braves batters. Miami's bullpen closed things out with two scoreless innings, and the Marlins picked up the json as the +211 underdog.</p><p>Miami is 42-70 overall, putting them 5th in the NL East, 24.5 games behind the Phillies for the division lead. The Marlins are just 11-23 against other teams in the NL East. They have won two straight games, and they split their most recent series vs. the Braves.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are 22-34 this year, and they are 20-36 on the road. So far, they are 4-13 as the favorite and 38-57 as the underdog. Miami's overall series record is 10-21-5 this year, and they are just .500 at 5-5 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When it comes to betting the run line, the Miami Marlins have been a good team to back as the underdog, as they are 51-44 against the run line in that role. They have been especially profitable at home, where they are 25-31 against the run line. Miami's average run differential in winning games is +2.8, while it is -3.7 in losses.</p>The Miami Marlins are at home today against the Cincinnati Reds, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The Marlins have played to an over/under record of 60-49 on the season, and their games have averaged exactly 8.5 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, Miami has gone over the total 18 times and under 17 times. In total, 19 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 17.0% of their contests. Miami has played to the under in their last four games.<p>Roddery Muñoz will be looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win. Against the Rays on July 31st, he went 5 innings, giving up 2 earned runs, and 7 strikeouts. Looking at his overall numbers, Muñoz has made 12 starts, and his ERA is 5.46. Out of his 13 appearances, he has turned in two quality starts. Muñoz's WHIP for the season is currently 1.38. This year, he has allowed a total of 19 home runs and is averaging 4.36 walks per nine innings compared to 7.77 strikeouts.</p><p>Over his last eight games, Jake Burger has gone 10/30 with four home runs. This has helped him take over the team lead in RBIs, as he has 47 for the season and is also leading the Marlins with 17 homers. For the season, Burger is batting .240. Xavier Edwards has also been hot of late, going 13/30 in his last eight games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Marlins are 29th in the league in runs per game at 3.6. This is also where they are at in terms of home runs, as they have just 99 homers for the season. Miami's team batting average is .238, and they are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage and OPS.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction 8/5/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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 Leathernecks and Lions. The game is starting at 4:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lions at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 136.5 points, and Lindenwood is favored by -3.5 vs. Western Illinois in a Ohio Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>WESTERN ILLINOIS LEATHERNECKS VS LINDENWOOD LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Illinois Leathernecks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hyland Arena at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN ILLINOIS LEATHERNECKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-73 in favor of the Leathernecks.</li><li>Not only will Western Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Leathernecks Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Western Illinois improved to 4-5 on the season with a 71-68 win over Tennessee Tech on Tuesday. The Leathernecks were favored by 2.5 points and covered the spread, but the game’s total points (139) fell just short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 31-31 at halftime, Western Illinois outscored the Golden Eagles 40-37 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Western Illinois put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.5%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-21, and were 80% from the free-throw line, making 8 of 10 attempts. The Leathernecks grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ryan Myers led the way with 21 points, shooting 53.8% overall, while Ray Glasgow added 20 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 4 of 6 threes at a 66.7% clip. Rodney Johnson Jr. contributed 19 points and pulled down 16 rebounds, despite shooting 38.1% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Western Illinois gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field, hitting 28 of their 66 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21/45 shooting for 46%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Illinois' defense held their opponent to 7/21 shooting, or 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 8, an 80% clip. Western Illinois allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lions Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Lindenwood’s season struggles continued with a 79-73 home loss to Tennessee Tech on Thursday, dropping their record to 2-7. The Lions were -3 point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-39 at halftime, Lindenwood couldn’t close the gap, scoring 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 152 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 18 attempts for a 16.7% rate, while their two-point shooting was much more effective at 54.9%.</p> <p>Jaylon Johnson led the way with 22 points and 7 assists, shooting 53.8% overall. Reggie Bass also shot 53.8%, contributing 19 points, while Markeith Browning added 17 points despite shooting just 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Despite shooting 44% from the field, the opposing team managed to score 79 points against Lindenwood. They were effective inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 28/51.</p> <p>The Lions did well defending the perimeter, holding the other team to just 3/18 from three-point range, a 16% shooting performance. However, they sent the opposing team to the line 16 times, where they made 8 free throws.</p>

Western Illinois Leathernecks vs Lindenwood Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 12:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Memphis as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 12:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Mississippi State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State improved to 10-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 142, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at halftime, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Central Michigan to 34 points.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they went just 2-for-7 (28.6%).</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 24 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Michael Nwoko also added 18 points, shooting 66.7% from the field in just 18 minutes of play.</p><p>Even though Mississippi State gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 35 made baskets on 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs' defense struggled, as they allowed 57% shooting on 24/42 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's opponent hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37%. The Bulldogs did catch a break at the free-throw line, where their opponent shot just 28%, making only 2 of 7 attempts. However, Mississippi State gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Memphis moved to 9-2 on the season with a 64-62 win over Virginia on Wednesday. The Tigers were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 30-21 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Virginia 43-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 64 points while shooting 37.5% from the field. They hit only 21.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 23 attempts, though they were solid at the free-throw line, converting 81% of their shots.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% overall. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Dain Dainja contributed 11 rebounds.</p><p>Memphis held their opponent to 62 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 21 field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis allowed 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

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<p>Jose Quintana will start for the Mets on Saturday, and he is facing off against Jared Koenig for the Brewers. The Mets are 87-71 this season, while the Brewers are 92-68. This game is being played at American Family Field in Milwaukee, and the Brewers are favored on the money line (-121).</p>

<p>Both the Mets and Brewers are 2-2 in their last five games. FOX will be televising this NL matchup, and the over/under line is currently at 8 runs. In the NL East, the Mets are in 2nd place, while the Brewers are leading the NL Central.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BREWERS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline -121</p><p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 7:15 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS BREWERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Brewers winning by a score of 7 to 6</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mets to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 13 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was all Milwaukee in the last game of this series, as the Brewers took down the Mets by a score of 8-4. The Brewers offense only had two more hits than the Mets and struck out eight times, but still picked up a convincing win. Heading into the game, they were at -103 on the money line.</p>

<p>Milwaukee got off to a fast start in this one, scoring four runs in the first and adding two more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Mets got on the board with two runs in the 3rd and added their final two runs in the 8th.</p>

<p>Rhys Hoskins and Gary Sanchez each homered for the Brewers, while Mark Vientos went deep for the Mets. Brice Turang had a three-hit game at the plate and scored three times for Milwaukee.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 87-71, the Mets are six games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. New York has dropped two straight games, with the most recent loss coming in the first game of this series vs. the Brewers. So far, they have gone 29-21 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets have gone 46-35 this season, and they are just above .500 at 41-36 on the road. As the favorite, the Mets have gone 58-38 and 29-33 as the underdog. New York has dropped four straight games on the road, and their overall series record is 28-18-8.</p><p>When the Mets are on the road, they are a solid bet to cover the run line, as they are 42-35 on the run line away from Citi Field. They have covered the run line in two straight road games, but overall they are just 80-78 on the run line this season. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 36-26, compared to 44-52 as the favorite.</p><p>When the Mets are on the road, the over/under line has been set at 8 runs for their games this season. Their games have averaged 9.1 runs per game, and their over/under record is 80-73. When the line is set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 15-9-1. Overall, 51.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at over 8 runs.</p><p>Jose Quintana gets the start for the Mets today and comes into the game with a record of 10-9 and an ERA of 3.74. So far this season, he has made 30 starts, and opponents are batting .231 off the left-hander. Quintana has made 12 quality starts this year and is averaging 6.83 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Quintana didn't give up a run in seven innings of work, picking up the win. He has won three straight starts. Before this recent stretch, he had gone five straight starts without a win.</p><p>Over the past seven games, Brandon Nimmo has struggled for the Mets, hitting just 6/29, but he does have three homers in that stretch. Jose Iglesias has been on fire of late, going 15/33 in his last eight games. This stretch has pushed his season average up to .455.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are 5th in home runs and are averaging 4.8 runs per game. Pete Alonso leads the team with 34 homers and has driven in 88 runs, which is also the best mark on the team. Francisco Lindor is batting .273 for the season and has 31 homers.</p><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3><p>Milwaukee is currently 92-68 overall, putting them 1st in the NL Central. They have a 10.0 game lead over the Cardinals for the division. The Brewers have won two straight games, and they are 5-5 across their last 10. Their record in the division is 32-20 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Brewers are 46-33 this season, and they are 46-35 on the road. As the favorite, Milwaukee is 54-38 this season and 38-30 as the underdog. Milwaukee has won two straight at home, and their overall series record is 29-18-4. The Brewers have won five straight series on the road.</p><p>When betting the run line with the Brewers, it's best to take them as the underdog. Milwaukee is 45-23 against the run line in those games, compared to 36-56 as the favorite. The Brewers' overall run line record is 81-79, with an average run margin of +0.8 runs per game.</p><p>The Milwaukee Brewers have played to an over/under record of 81-69 this season, and their games have averaged 8.8 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, they have a record of 13-13-5. Overall, 52.5% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8 runs.</p><p>Jared Koenig is getting the start for the Brewers today and has made 54 appearances out of the bullpen this season. He has a record of 9-4 and an ERA of 2.51. Koenig's WHIP for the season is 1.25, and opponents are batting .221 off the left-hander this season. In his last outing, Koenig went one inning out of the bullpen, giving up one earned run on one hit. He did come out of that outing with a no-decision. Before that, he had won two straight appearances. Koenig has allowed at least one earned run in three of his last five outings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Brewers offense is 5th in the league in runs scored, averaging 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.1 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .249, which is 7th in the league, and are also near the top of the league in on-base percentage and walks. Milwaukee has been a good home run hitting team this season and are 13th in the league in home runs.</p>

<p>Willy Adames has been a key part of the Brewers' offense this season, as he is 4th in the league with 111 RBIs and has 32 home runs. He is batting .250 for the year. William Contreras has also been a key run producer for the Brewers, as he has 92 RBIs to go along with a batting average of .282. Rhys Hoskins is just 13th on the team in batting average but is 2nd on the team with 26 homers.</p>

New York Mets vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/28/24

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

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

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

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

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Pride versus the Pirates? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at Convocation Center (VA) in Hampton, VA. Hofstra is favored by -11.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup the against Hampton. The over/under for the game is set at 146.5 points.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS HAMPTON PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Convocation Center (VA) at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Hampton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Hofstra Shock Everyone at Convocation Center (VA)?</h3><p>Heading into their matchup with Hampton, Hofstra is 13-10 overall, including a 6-4 record in Coastal Athletic Association games. The Pride have won two straight games, and they are 12-6 when favored this season.</p>

<p>On the road this year, Hofstra is 4-8, and their average scoring margin is -0.9 points per game. In their last 10 road games, the Pride are 3-7, and they have gone 1-4 in their last five.</p><p>When looking at Hofstra's ATS record this season, they have gone 7-14-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-7 and they are 1-3 vs. the spread as the underdog. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Pride's ATS record is just 1-9.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Hofstra is 10-12, and today's line of 146.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games of 146.1. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 138 points.</p><p>Hofstra offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 59 points against Towson. In that game, they made 11/23 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 45.1%. On the offensive front, the Pride have a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, ranking 115th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 75th in terms of percentage and 8th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Pride's defense is ranked 126th in the country at 70.6 points per contest. Hofstra's three-point defense is currently 200th in the country at 8.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.3% of their shots vs. Hofstra.</p><h3>Can the Hampton Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Hampton has struggled mightily at home this season, as they come into this game with an 0-7 record at home. They have lost their last seven games overall, and they are 5-18 on the season. As an underdog, the Pirates have gone 2-14 this year.</p>

<p>Hampton's average scoring margin at home is -10.3, and they have been outscored by an average of -11.7 points per game on the road. For the season, the Pirates have gone 0-10 in Coastal Athletic Association games.</p><p>As the underdog, Hampton has gone 8-8 vs. the spread this season. At home, the Pirates are 0-7 ATS and have an overall ATS mark of 8-11. In their last three home games, Hampton is 0-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Hampton's over/under record this season is 9-10 and their games have had an average of 152.8 points. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is lower than the average OU line of 152.2. So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 0-3 and the average scoring total in those games is 131 points.</p><p>Against Howard, the Hampton had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 75.1 points per game. They scored 63 points and posted a field goal percentage of 38.6% in the game. The team's top scorer is Kyrese Mullen, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14.7, while Tedrick Wilcox Jr. also carries a PPG average of 12.1 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Pirates' defense is positioned 292nd in the country, permitting 78.0 points per game. Hampton will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Howard to just 29% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Hampton Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 2/8/24

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Seahawks face off at 2:00 ET on FloH. The Seahawks are hosting the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -6.5 against UNC Asheville in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNC Asheville Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Even though we have UNCW winning straight-up, we like UNC Asheville at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UNC Asheville Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>UNC Asheville improved to 5-4 on the season with a 95-81 home win over North Florida on Tuesday, December 17th. The Bulldogs, who were -3 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNC Asheville jumped out to a 43-30 lead by halftime, but the game opened up in the second half, with the Bulldogs scoring 52 points and allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the over/under line of 162.</p><p>UNC Asheville's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points while shooting 56.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%, with strong performances from both inside and outside the arc. They hit 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 45% from three, connecting on 9 of 20 shots from deep.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also excelled at the free-throw line, making 20 of 29 attempts (69%), and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. They dished out 20 assists, with Jordan Marsh contributing 7 assists to go along with his 19 points. Toyaz Solomon led the team with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p><p>UNC Asheville struggled defensively, giving up 81 points on 56% shooting from the field. Their interior defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNC Asheville's defense couldn't contain their opponent, who shot 45% on threes, making 9 of 20 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 69%. The Bulldogs gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can UNCW Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 7-3 on the season with a 79-66 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNCW led 37-27 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined points for the game were 145, going over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>UNCW put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 72% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 10-for-32 (31.2%).</p> <p>Donovan Newby led the way with 21 points, knocking down 4-of-9 threes. Zavian McLean and Keeshawn Kellman both shot 8-for-11, with McLean adding 20 points and Kellman grabbing 9 rebounds. Noah Ross contributed 12 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, UNCW's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. Most of the damage came inside, where they allowed 18 two-point baskets on just 25 attempts, a 72% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 10 made threes on 32 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 13 for 61%. UNCW gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Lobos versus the Broncos? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID. The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have Boise State as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154 points.</p><h3>NEW MEXICO LOBOS VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boise State Broncos -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at ExtraMile Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOISE STATE BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Boise State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Lobos Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>As an underdog, New Mexico is 1-3 this season. So far, they have been the underdog in just four games, compared to 22 as the favorite. On the road, the Lobos have gone 8-4, including a 7-3 record in their last 10 games away from home.</p>

<p>Overall, New Mexico has gone 21-7 this season, including a 13-1 record in non-conference games. In their last game, the Lobos lost to Air Force by a score of 78-77. So far, their average scoring margin on the road is +6.2 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, New Mexico has gone just 1-3 vs. the spread this season. However, their overall ATS record is a solid 16-10. On the road, the Lobos are 7-5 vs. the spread this year and have gone 6-4 in their last 10 road games.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for New Mexico games is 15-11. So far, the average scoring total in their games is 153.1 points. Today's over/under line of 154 is right in line with that average. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 146 points. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the New Mexico offense tallied 77 points in a matchup against Air Force. Their field goal percentage for the game was 46.7%, and they made 3 threes. One area that the New Mexico offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 40th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 46%.</p><p>So far, the Lobos' defense is ranked 140th in the country at 71.1 points per contest. New Mexico's three-point defense is currently 78th in the country at 6.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.1% of their shots vs. New Mexico.</p><h3>Will the Broncos Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Boise State comes into this game as the favorites, as they have been in 17 of their 28 games this season. Their record as the favorite is 14-3, while their overall record is 20-8. The Broncos have been particularly strong at home, going 12-3 compared to 7-5 on the road.</p>

<p>Recently, Boise State has been playing some of their best basketball at home, going 8-2 in their last 10 games. Their average scoring margin at home is +14.5 points per game, and they are currently on a three-game winning streak.</p><p>Boise State's ATS record this season is 15-12, and they have gone 9-6 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Broncos have an ATS mark of 7-3. In their last 3 home games, Boise State is 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Boise State games is 14-13 and today's over/under line of 154 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (139). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 140 points compared to their season average of 142 points per game.</p><p>The Broncos' offense wrapped up their last game with 79 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 75.9 points per contest. The top scorer for the Broncos was Tyson Degenhart with 21 points, while Chibuzo Agbo also chipped in with 17 points.</p><p>Boise State's defense has been playing well, ranking 39th nationally, with 66.2 points allowed per game. So far, the Boise State defense is giving up an average of 6.1 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.6 times per game (465th).</p>

New Mexico Lobos vs Boise State Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 9:30 ET, the Sacramento Kings (+205) will travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (-251) in a Western Pacific division matchup. The Kings have won two straight games and are currently 7th in the Western Conference. The Clippers (-6.5) are 3rd in the West and have a 37-18 record.</p>

<p>ESPN will televise the game, which will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The over/under line for the game is 239.5 points.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 9:30 ET on Sunday, February 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-122 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with Kawhi Leonard points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Kings Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Today, the Kings are 6.5-point underdogs on the road against the Clippers. This season, Sacramento has gone 6-10 as the underdog and has a scoring differential of -2 points per game in those games.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference standings, the Kings are currently in 7th place with a record of 32-23. In Pacific Division play, they are 2nd with a record of 6-6.</p>

<p>Sacramento's ATS record for the season is 28-27, and they have covered the spread in two straight games on the road. Overall, their road ATS record is 17-13.</p>

<p>The Kings' O/U record for the season is 29-25-1, and their games have averaged 236.6 points per game. Today's O/U line of 239.5 is higher than 39 of their previous games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Kings defeated the Spurs by a score of 127-122. The O/U line for that game was 243, and Sacramento was favored by 10.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>On offense, the Kings are averaging 118.6 points per game, which is 8th in the NBA. However, they are scoring slightly less on the road at 115.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Sacramento is one of the top three-point shooting teams in the league, averaging 14.7 made threes per game (4th). They are also 3rd in three-point attempts.</p>

<p>When it comes to two-point shooting, the Kings are 4th in the league with a 57% success rate. Overall, they are 11th in field goal percentage.</p><p>At this time, the Kings' defense is positioned 22nd in the NBA, permitting 118.0 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Kings squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 54.3% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 39.5% from downtown.</p><h3>Does Los Angeles Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Clippers have a record of 37-18 this season, which is currently 3rd in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 23-14 and 8-3 against Pacific Division opponents.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Clippers have gone 35-9 this season and are favored by 6.5 points today. In their games as the favorite, they have a scoring differential of +8.7 points per game compared to -9.5 points per game as the underdog.</p>

<p>Los Angeles' ATS record for the season is 29-26, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last three home games. On the road, they are 15-14 ATS compared to 14-12 at home.</p>

<p>The Clippers' O/U record for the season is 24-30-1, and their games have averaged 230.4 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 239.5, which is higher than 52 of their previous games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Clippers defeated the Grizzlies by a score of 101-95. The O/U line for that game was 224.5, and the Clippers were favored by 9 points going into the game.</p><p>So far this season, the Clippers have been a very efficient offensive team, ranking 7th in field goal percentage and 6th in true shooting percentage. They have also been one of the best three-point shooting teams in the league, hitting 39% of their attempts from beyond the arc (2nd).</p>

<p>Despite being 25th in pace, the Clippers are 10th in scoring at 117.7 points per game. However, they have actually scored more on the road (118.2 PPG) compared to at home (117.3 PPG).</p>

<p>Overall, the Clippers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 52.7% of their games this season. They have also been streaky recently, scoring below their own average in each of their last two games.</p><p>At present, the Clippers' defense is ranked 9th, allowing 112.7 points per game. The Los Angeles defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.6% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 46.8% of their field goal attempts vs. Los Angeles.</p>

Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/25/24

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Wildcats and Golden Gophers are set to face off at 3:00 ET on B1G+. The Golden Gophers will host the game at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 127.5 points, and Minnesota is favored by -16.5 at home against Bethune-Cookman.</p><h3>BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bethune-Cookman Wildcats +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Even though we have Minnesota winning straight-up, we like Bethune-Cookman at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Wildcats Stand a Chance in Minneapolis?</h3><h3>Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats dropped their recent home game to Gardner-Webb, losing 79-64. Bethune-Cookman entered as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-28 at halftime, the Wildcats matched Gardner-Webb with 36 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 143 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 142.5.</p><p>Bethune-Cookman struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 22.7% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, and they hit only 55% of their free throws, going 11-for-20 from the line.</p> <p>Anthony Selden led the Wildcats with 29 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from beyond the arc. The team managed just 5 assists and 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even though the Wildcats gave up 79 points, their defense held the opposing team to just 35% shooting from the field, including 22% from three-point range, with only 5 made threes on 22 attempts.</p> <p>Bethune-Cookman also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they hit 11 free throws, shooting 55%. The Wildcats allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Minnesota as Home Favorites</h3><p>Minnesota's season took a hit with a 57-51 loss to Wake Forest on Friday. The Gophers were +3.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 108, which was well below the O/U line of 128.</p> <p>Minnesota led 29-27 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 22 points while allowing 30. They'll need to address their offensive issues moving forward.</p><p>In their last game, Minnesota's offense struggled, managing just 51 points and shooting 41.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, hampered by a 16.7% performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted just 6 of 15, shooting 40%.</p> <p>Tre'Von Spillers led the way with 18 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Isaac Asuma was efficient, hitting 4 of 6 shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range. Lu'Cye Patterson missed all 5 of his three-point attempts, though he contributed 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Minnesota's defense holding their opponent to just 57 points, the Golden Gophers couldn't capitalize offensively. They limited the other team to 39% shooting from the field, including just 1 made three-pointer on 15 attempts (6%).</p> <p>Minnesota sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they converted 14 free throws (87%). The Golden Gophers also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, which may have contributed to their defensive struggles.</p>

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

<p>From Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, we have the Cubs and Royals facing off in an interleague matchup. The money line odds have the Cubs at +101 compared to the Royals at -120, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch for Saturday's matchup is set for 7:10 PM ET. BSKC will be televising this one, and the Royals are 3rd in the AL Central, while the Cubs are 5th in the NL Central. Seth Lugo is starting for the Royals, and the Cubs are sending Shota Imanaga to the mound.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Royals Moneyline -120</p><p>This game will be played at Kauffman Stadium at 7:10 ET on Saturday, July 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Royals winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Royals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Thanks to a six-run 5th inning for the Royals' offense, they cruised to an easy 6-0 win over the Cubs in the most recent game of this series. Heading into the game, the Royals were favored at -156 on the money line.</p>

<p>The starting pitching matchup for this game featured Brady Singer for the Royals, and he went seven innings while giving up just two hits and no earned runs. Singer finished the game with five strikeouts but issued two walks. On the other side, Kyle Hendricks got the start for the Cubs, going five innings and giving up six runs on eight hits.</p>

<p>Kansas City got a huge performance from Salvador Perez, as he went 1/4 with a home run and three RBIs. Both Vinnie Pasquantino and Nick Loftin each had two hits and an RBI for the Royals' offense.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>Chicago is on the road today, facing the Royals with an overall record of 49-56. The Cubs are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, and they dropped the first game of this series vs. the Royals. In the NL Central, the Cubs are in 5th place, 11 games behind the Brewers.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Cubs are 23-25 this year and 26-31 as the underdog. Chicago has an overall series record of 11-19-3, and they have dropped two straight series. At home, the Cubs are 27-25 compared to 22-31 on the road. So far, they have gone just 3-7 in their last 10 games.</p><p>Chicago Cubs have a run line record of 50-55 this season, including 31-22 on the road. They are 37-20 against the run line as an underdog, but just 13-35 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.3, compared to -3.2 in losses. </p><p>Chicago Cubs games have had an average combined run total of 8.2 this season, and their over/under record is 43-58. When the O/U line has been set at 8 runs, the Cubs are 3-14-1. Overall, 50.5% of their games have had higher O/U lines than 8 runs, and their current under streak is at seven games.</p><p>Shota Imanaga gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Royals on the road. He has made 18 starts this season and has a record of 8-2 with an ERA of 2.86. Imanaga's WHIP for the season is 1.07, and opponents are batting .231 this year. In his 18 appearances, he has turned in 12 quality starts. Imanaga's last outing came on July 21st, where he finished with a no-decision, going seven innings and giving up one earned run on 10 hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>For the season, the Cubs are averaging 4 runs per game, which is 25th in the league. They have been slightly better on the road (4.1 RPG) than at home (4.0 RPG). As a team, the Cubs are batting just .232, which is 19th in the MLB, and their slugging percentage of .373 is also 19th. Chicago's team OPS of .683 is 24th in the league.</p>

<p>Christopher Morel leads the Cubs with 18 home runs, but he is batting just .199 for the season. Ian Happ has also struggled with a batting average of .235 but does lead the team with 60 RBIs. Happ has gone just 3/24 in his last seven games and has just one home run over that stretch.</p><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>Kansas City is 57-47 overall and trail the Guardians by 5.5 games in the AL Central. So far, they have gone 19-10 against other teams in the division. The Royals are coming off a loss in the final game of their series vs. the Blue Jays.</p>

<p>At home, the Royals are 36-20 this year, and they are just above .500 at 21-27 on the road. As the home underdog, the Royals have gone 14-11 this year, and they are 26-30 as the underdog overall. Kansas City has dropped two straight as the underdog, and their series record is 15-17-1 this year.</p><p>When the Royals win, they do so by an average of 3.9 runs per game, which is why they have a run line record of 60-44 this season. They are 34-22 against the run line at home, where they have a scoring margin of 1.3 runs per game.</p><p>Today's over/under line for the Kansas City Royals' game against the Chicago Cubs is set at 8 runs. The Royals have played 61 games this season with over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, which accounts for 58.7% of their games. Their combined run average this season is 8.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 42-59 overall. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 10-10-2.</p><p>Seth Lugo has been pitching well for the Royals, coming into the game with a record of 12-4 and an ERA of 2.38. In his 21 starts, he has a WHIP of 1.04 and has turned in 16 quality starts. Lugo's most recent outing was a gem, as he went nine innings and gave up just one earned run. He finished with six strikeouts in that outing. Before that, he had taken the loss in two straight starts. Lugo has been much better at home, going 5-2 with a 2.31 ERA compared to 7-2 with a 2.76 ERA on the road.</p><p>So far this season, the Royals are averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 11th in the league. They have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 5.2 runs per game, which is the 2nd best mark in the league. As a team, they are batting .251, which is the 6th best mark in the league, and are the toughest team in the league to strike out. Kansas City's home run numbers are just 17th in the league, and their team OBP of .309 is 16th in the league.</p>

<p>Both Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. have been swinging the bat well of late, with Witt Jr. going 18/35 in his last nine games, including two homers, and Perez has three homers in this stretch. Perez is also on a four-game hitting streak, while Witt Jr. has an eight-game streak going.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Kansas City Royals Betting Pick & Prediction 7/27/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Kraken versus the Blackhawks? The puck drops at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at United Center in Chicago, IL. In this Western matchup, the Kraken are favored by -1.5 goals against the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blackhawks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+124)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Seattle Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, the Kraken are now 15-16-2 this season. Seattle’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark. As underdogs on the puck line, the Kraken failed to cover.</p> 

<p>Offensively, Seattle couldn’t find the net, managing 23 shots on goal. The Bruins scored their first goal just 3:23 into the game, and added another at 9:57 in the first period. The Kraken’s 19 giveaways didn’t help their cause, as they were shut out for the game.</p><p>Seattle's offense was held scoreless in a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, despite putting 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with giveaways, recording 19 in the game.</p> <p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Seattle couldn’t find the net in the second or third. None of their players scored, leaving the team with a 15-16-2 record after the loss.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up two early goals to Boston, both in the first period at 16:37 and 10:03. However, they tightened up after that, not allowing another goal. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the Kraken's defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p><h3>Will Chicago Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 11-19-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 line.</p> <p>Four different players scored for Chicago, who built a 4-0 lead before Anaheim got on the board. The Ducks’ second goal came with only 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>In their 4-2 win over the Ducks, Chicago's offense saw contributions from four different players, with Ryan Donato netting his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen scored his 4th, and Isaak Phillips got his 1st of the year.</p> <p>The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. Connor Bedard picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 9. Chicago had 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage in the Blackhawks' win over the Ducks. Defensively, Chicago recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. The Blackhawks' defense allowed two late goals, one at 10:16 in the 3rd period and another with just 4 seconds left.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Rams and Lobos game? Catch the action at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM, as the Lobos hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on MWN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and New Mexico is favored by -2.5 at home against VCU.</p><h3>VCU RAMS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico Lobos -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO LOBOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rams Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>VCU improved to 8-2 on the season with a 76-68 win over Colorado State on Saturday. Playing at home, the Rams entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the over/under line of 136.5.</p> <p>After leading 33-32 at halftime, VCU pulled away in the second half, outscoring Colorado State 43-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Joe Bamisile's 25 points and 9 rebounds in 25 minutes helped VCU to a 76-point outing, as he shot 50% from the field and 4/8 from three. Max Shulga added a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 3/5 from deep and 53.8% overall.</p> <p>VCU connected on 11 threes, shooting 36.7% from beyond the arc and 43.9% overall, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists, though they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 60% of their attempts.</p><p>VCU’s defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 25 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VCU’s opponents hit 11 of 30 threes, shooting 36%. They also sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will the Lobos Win at Home?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lobos dropped to 7-3 on the season after an 89-83 home loss to New Mexico State on Saturday. Entering the game as -20.5 favorites, New Mexico not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 47-38 at halftime, the Lobos tightened up defensively in the second half, holding the Aggies to 26 points while scoring 35 themselves. However, it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 172 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>New Mexico's offense put up 83 points in their last game, despite shooting just 35.7% from the field and 31.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 59.1% of their attempts. The Lobos were strong on the offensive glass, grabbing 23 rebounds, and they dished out 17 assists.</p> <p>Christian Cook led the way with 27 points, hitting 6 of 9 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Robert Carpenter added 20 points, making 6 of 12 from deep, while Dionte Bostick contributed 17 points and 8 rebounds. Nelly Junior Joseph also pulled down 17 boards, and Braden Appelhans was efficient off the bench, scoring 14 points on 5 of 7 shooting, including 4 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 89 points, New Mexico's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, with 30 made baskets on 84 attempts. They limited two-point shooting to 38%, with 20 makes on 52 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Mexico allowed 10 threes on 32 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 13/22 from the free-throw line, shooting 59%. New Mexico gave up 23 offensive rebounds.</p>

VCU Rams vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>The Penguins and Senators are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Senators will host the game at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Senators being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Senators are expected to take down the Penguins by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Senators on the moneyline</li><li>The Senators should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Pittsburgh moved closer to .500 with a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, bringing their record to 13-14-4. The Penguins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, and Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the victory. Pittsburgh kept Montreal off the board until the third period, when the Canadiens scored at 5:32.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins' offense with two goals in their 3-1 win over the Canadiens. He opened the scoring at 4:03 in the first period and added his fifth goal of the season on a power play at 1:20 in the second period. Blake Lizotte netted his second goal of the season, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Penguins fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Lars Eller picked up his third assist of the season on Lizotte's goal, while Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson added assists on Crosby’s second goal, giving them 3 and 7 assists on the season, respectively.</p><p>Alex Nedeljkovic stopped 25 shots with a 96.2% save percentage, helping the Penguins secure a 3-1 win over Montreal. Pittsburgh’s defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 19 hits, and 19 blocks. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 in the 3rd period.</p><h3>Can the Senators Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Ottawa improved to 14-13-2 with a 3-0 win over the Kraken. The Senators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals was never threatened, as the combined score reached just 3 goals.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for the Senators in the win. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 14:32 in the first period, and Ottawa added another goal in the second before sealing the game with a third goal in the final period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense was highlighted by Tim Stützle's 6th goal of the season, which came on an empty net. Brady Tkachuk added his 7th goal, while Adam Gaudette also netted his 7th, scoring the game’s first goal at 14:32 in the first period. The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways.</p> <p>Stützle also picked up his 10th assist on Tkachuk’s goal, which came at 8:49 in the second period. Michael Amadio earned his 2nd assist on Stützle’s empty-netter. Ottawa’s second goal was scored by Tkachuk, while Gaudette opened the scoring for the Senators.</p><p>On the defensive end, Ottawa will be looking to carry over their performance from the previous game, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg stopped 22 shots, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 25 hits, 14 blocks, and 2 takeaways.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>The Cubs (49-51, 22-25 away) and White Sox (41-61, 21-26 home) square off in two of this interleague series. Lance Lynn will take the mound for the White Sox against Marcus Stroman for the Cubs. See who I like to come out on top in this Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox showdown in Chicago.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS CHICAGO WHITE SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs -1.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Guaranteed Rate Field at 8:10 ET on Wednesday, July 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO CUBS:</h3><ul><li>Over their last three games on the road, Chicago is 2-1 against the runline.</li><li>The Cubs have put together a 3-2 record vs. the runline in their last five games as the favorite.</li><li>Opponents are hitting just .227 against Marcus Stroman in his last four starts.</li></ul><h3>CHICAGO CUBS TRYING TO CLOSE GAP IN NL CENTRAL</h3><p>For the season, the Cubs are 49-51 overall, including going 22-25 on the road and 27-26 at home. When looking at their overall series record, Chicago is above .500 at 15-13-4. In the NL Central, the Cubs are currently 3rd.</p><p><p>Today marks Marcus Stroman's 22nd game of the season, and he has a 10-7 record to show for it. His ERA is 3.09, while his OBP allowed sits at .279. He's struck out 105 batters and has a WHIP of 1.14 thus far. When playing away from home, his ERA is 4.41 compared to 3.59 when he takes the mound at home.</p></p><p>Marcus Stroman's latest start was far from his best, as he allowed four earned runs and seven hits in 3 2/3 innings of work. The White Sox ultimately fell to the Cardinals 7-2 in the contest.</p><p>The Cubs have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 7 home runs over their last five games. Compared to other clubs, this is 5th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 17th in home runs and 14th in slugging percentage. Overall, Chicago is averaging 4.9 runs per game (10th).</p><p>Nico Hoerner has been the Cubs' offensive leader in hits this season, boasting a .277 batting average. His slugging percentage stands at .395 and his on-base percentage is .330 entering the game.</p><h3>WILL THE CHICAGO WHITE SOX TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>The White Sox have been struggling at home of late, dropping two straight series at Guaranteed Rate Field. Chicago's runline record at home is 22-25 and 51-51 overall. Currently, they are 41-61 and 4th in the AL Central. The White Sox have an over/under record of 46-51.</p><p><p>Chicago starter Lance Lynn has not had the best of luck this season, as his record stands at 6-9 and ERA of 6.18. Unfortunately, he has allowed four or more earned runs in two consecutive games. Opposing batters have been able to put together a .263 batting average against him, while his slugging percentage allowed is .497. On the plus side, Lynn has 139 strikeouts on the year and only 43 walks.</p></p><p>Despite pitching 6 2/3 innings in his most recent start, Lance Lynn and the White Sox were unable to come away with a win, falling 9-4 to the Twins. The right-hander allowed nine runs on eight hits in the contest.</p><p>As a team, Chicago has scuffled at the plate over their last ten games, with a combined batting average of just .182. Compared to other teams, this is just 25th in that span. When looking at the team's power numbers, they have a season-long slugging percentage of .389% while going deep a total of 112 times (18th). Overall, the White Sox are 22nd in the MLB at 4.2 runs per contest.</p><p>The White Sox's Luis Robert Jr. is the team's leader in hits, boasting a .270 batting average. He has also been impressive at the plate, with a .559 slugging percentage and .324 on-base percentage entering the game.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Chicago White Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 7/26/23

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

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

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

<p>Betting on today's Leopards and Revolutionaries game? Catch the action at Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, DC, as the Revolutionaries hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and George Washington is favored by -10.5 vs. Lafayette.</p><h3>LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS VS GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles E. Smith Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Revolutionaries.</li><li>Not only will George Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Lafayette Leopards Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Leopards improved to 4-5 on the season with a 77-73 road win over Mercyhurst on Saturday. Lafayette entered the game as +4 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 38-31 at halftime, the Leopards turned things around by scoring 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game hit 150, going over the pre-game line of 139.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Lafayette's offense put up 77 points, shooting 51% from the field and hitting 50% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 22 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, with a 66.7% mark from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Shemar Rathan-Mayes led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, while Alex Chaikin added 20 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes. Aidan Reichert was perfect from deep, making all 4 of his three-point attempts and finishing with 18 points.</p><p>Despite Lafayette's defensive efforts, they gave up 73 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 47% from the field. The Leopards managed to limit two-point shooting to 42% (12/28), but they struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponents hit 52% (12/23) of their attempts.</p> <p>Lafayette sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13 shots for a 76% success rate. The Leopards did a solid job on the boards, allowing just 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Revolutionaries?</h3><h3>George Washington Revolutionaries Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>George Washington improved to 9-2 on the season with a 75-60 win over Army on Friday, December 13th. Playing at home, the Revolutionaries entered the game as 10-point favorites and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 135, falling short of the over/under line set at 150.5.</p> 

<p>GW led 35-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Army 40-31. The Revolutionaries’ defense played a key role in the win, holding the Black Knights to just 60 points.</p><p>George Washington put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field and 39.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 33 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 57.1%, and they dished out 19 assists as a team.</p> <p>Josh Scovens led the way with 20 points, despite going 0 for 5 from three-point range. Trey Moss added 19 points, hitting 4 of 9 from deep, while AJ Allenspach contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>George Washington's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 26 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 13 buckets on 23 attempts, a 56% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, George Washington's opponent hit 13 of 33 shots, good for 39%. At the free-throw line, they went 10 for 15, shooting 66%. The Revolutionaries allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lafayette Leopards vs George Washington Revolutionaries NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Seawolves versus the Broncs? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) in Lawrenceville, NJ. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 135.5 points, with Rider being favored by -7.5 over Stony Brook.</p><h3>STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES VS RIDER BRONCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Broncs.</li><li>Even though we have Rider winning straight-up, we like Stony Brook at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Stony Brook Stun the Crowd at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider)?</h3><h3>Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stony Brook’s season continues to be a struggle, as their record dropped to 1-7 after a 69-61 loss to Air Force on Saturday. The Seawolves were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Stony Brook trailed 27-23 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the second half while scoring 38. The game’s total points ended just under the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stony Brook struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 14.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on only 3 of 21 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, but they did manage to hit 50% of their two-point shots and 82.4% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, the Seawolves grabbed 14 rebounds, with Ethan Taylor contributing 8 boards and 6 assists. CJ Luster II led the team with 27 points, while Wesley Celichowski added 22 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Stony Brook gave up 69 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 57% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled defensively, with the other team hitting 75% of their two-point shots (18/24).</p> <p>From three-point range, Stony Brook's defense allowed 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws (78%).</p><h3>Will the Broncs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Rider fell to 4-6 on the season after a 72-67 home loss to Quinnipiac on Friday, December 6th. The Broncs were +1 underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 143.</p> <p>Rider trailed 31-29 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half, where they were outscored 41-38.</p><p>Rider's offense put up 67 points in their recent game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, with a 52.4% success rate on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 14 threes for 21.4%.</p> <p>Amarri Monroe led the way with 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 53.3% overall and 50% from three. Zion Cruz added 15 points, while Khaden Bennett contributed 12, despite going 0 for 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Rider's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field on 25 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 52% shooting, as the other team went 22 for 42 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rider held their opponents to just 3 of 14 shooting, or 21%. At the free-throw line, the other team made 14 of 20 attempts, good for 70%. Rider also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Stony Brook Seawolves vs Rider Broncs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arizona State Sun Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

<p>At 7:45 ET, UCF and Florida will face off from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville for this week six non-conference matchup. SECN will be covering the action as UCF comes in with a 3-1 record, while the Gators are 2-2. The over/under is at 61.5 points, and UCF is the slight -2.5 point favorite on the road.</p><h3>UCF KNIGHTS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gators +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at 7:45 ET on Saturday, October 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GATORS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Florida Gators winning this one by a score of 29 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Florida Gators winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 61.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UCF Knights Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>UCF enters Week 6 against Florida with a 3-1 record and ranks 31st in our CFB power rankings. They have an 88.1% chance of becoming bowl-eligible and a 6.4% shot at winning the Big 12 this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Knights have been favored in two of their four games, going 1-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +14.8 points, and they are 2-1 against the spread so far.</p> <p></p><p>UCF’s over/under record is 3-0, with their games averaging 64.2 points. This week’s line is 61.5, compared to their average over/under line of 58.8 points.</p><p>UCF’s offense has been dominant on the ground, ranking 2nd in the nation with 326 rushing yards per game. They are 6th in rushing attempts, averaging 52.2 per game, and are converting 50% of their third downs, which ranks 16th nationally. Overall, they are 19th in scoring, with 39.5 points per game, and they are 24th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 6.</p> <p>RJ Harvey leads the rushing attack with 525 yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and he has scored 8 touchdowns. KJ Jefferson, the Knights’ quarterback, has thrown for 847 yards and 7 touchdowns this season. UCF ranks 89th in passing yards per game. Kobe Hudson has 349 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns.</p><p>UCF's defense is ranked 37th nationally, allowing 24.8 points per game. In their recent game, they gave up 48 points, including 290 passing yards and three touchdowns, though they did manage one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 251.5 passing yards per game against UCF, ranking them 128th in the nation. However, UCF's defense has been strong against the run, ranking 12th nationally, allowing just 82.2 rushing yards per game on 25.2 attempts, the 8th fewest in the country.</p><h3>Will The Florida Gators Win At Home Over The UCF Knights?</h3><p>Florida enters Week 6 with a 2-2 record, hosting UCF. The Gators are 0-2 at home but 1-0 on the road. They’ve been favored in just one game this season, and our projections give them a 14.4% chance of reaching bowl eligibility. Florida is ranked 46th in our power rankings.</p> <p></p><p>The Gators’ over/under record stands at 3-0, with their games averaging 59 points. This week’s line is set at 61.5 points, compared to their average line of 52.3 points.</p> <p></p><p>Florida’s ATS record is 1-2, with an average scoring margin of +4.5 points per game. They are 1-0 against the spread as favorites and 0-2 as underdogs, going 1-0 on the road and 0-2 at home.</p><p>Heading into week 6, Florida’s offense ranks 42nd in points per game, averaging 31.8, and they are 40th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is 47th in yards, with 278.5 per game, and they rank 46th in completions. However, they are 11th in completion percentage, completing 70.6% of their passes, and they are 75th in third down conversions, converting 36.8%.</p><p></p><p>DJ Lagway leads the Gators with 617 passing yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 109. Montrell Johnson Jr. has rushed for 234 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Elijhah Badger has 305 receiving yards on 14 catches, with one touchdown.</p><p>Florida's defense has struggled this season, allowing 27.2 points per game. In their latest game, a 45-28 win over Mississippi State, they gave up 28 points and 294 total yards. Mississippi State ran the ball 50 times for 150 yards and completed 12 passes for 144 yards.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 189 rushing yards per game against Florida, while quarterbacks have posted a 107 passer rating, completing 65.6% of their throws for an average of 236.8 yards per game.</p>

UCF Knights vs Florida Gators Betting Pick & Prediction 10/5/24

<p>Seattle comes into this one with a record of 46-37 and will be looking to Logan Gilbert to the mound vs. a Twins club that is 45-36 and starting Bailey Ober. The money line odds have the Mariners at -128 compared to the Twins at +109. The over/under line is sitting at 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch from T-Mobile Park is set for 9:40 PM ET, and RSNW will be televising this one. Minnesota is currently on a two-game winning streak, and they are 2nd in the AL Central, while the Mariners are 1st in the AL West.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline +109</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Park at 9:40 ET on Friday, June 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TWINS VS MARINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Twins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Diamondbacks, the Twins closed out the series with a 13-6 win. Leading up to the game, they were the slight favorite at -115 on the money line. It was a six-run 2nd inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Diamondbacks could only score three runs, all of which came in the 4th.</p>

<p>David Festa got the start for the Twins, going five innings and giving up five earned runs on seven hits. He only had two strikeouts in the outing and got the win. The Twins's offense was carried by Byron Buxton, who went 3/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Minnesota is 45-36 overall and trails the Guardians by seven games in the AL Central. The Twins head into today's game on a two-game winning streak, and they are 2nd in the AL Central with a 15-11 division record. Minnesota closed out their series with the Diamondbacks with two straight wins and are 6-4 over their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins have gone 23-16 this year, and they are just above .500 at 22-20 on the road. As the favorite, the Twins have gone 36-20 and 9-16 as the underdog. So far, they are 5-13 as the underdog on the road, and their overall series record is 15-9-2. Minnesota has won two straight series and two straight series on the road.</p><p>Minnesota's run line record is 37-44 this season, with a scoring margin of 0.4 runs per game. They are 22-20 against the run line on the road, including covering in their last two road games. The Twins are 25-31 against the run line as the favorite and 12-13 as the underdog.</p><p>The Minnesota Twins are on the road against the Seattle Mariners today. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The combined run average for Twins games this season is 9.2 runs per game. Their over/under record for the season is 39-40, and their average over/under line for games is set at 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 10-10. The over has hit in three straight games for the Twins.</p><p>Minnesota is sending right-hander Bailey Ober to the mound today vs. the Mariners. He has made 15 starts this year and has a record of 7-4 with a 4.50 ERA. Ober's WHIP for the season is currently 1.11. In his 15 appearances, he has turned in six quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he allowed just two earned runs in nine innings of work. Ober picked up the win in that outing vs. the Athletics. He has won each of his last two starts. Opponents are batting .233 vs. Ober this season. Per nine innings, he is averaging 9.11 strikeouts and 2.2 walks.</p><p>Minnesota comes into today's game as one of the top-scoring teams in the league, averaging 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road this season, averaging 5.1 runs per contest. The Twins have also been one of the top home run-hitting teams in the league this season, as they are 5th in the league in homers.</p>

<p>Carlos Santana has been a key power bat in the Twins lineup this season, as his 12 homers are 2nd on the team and 13th in the league. Ryan Jeffers is just ahead of him in the team's home run race, and his 41 RBIs are the best mark on the team. Jeffers is also on a seven-game hitting streak. Byron Buxton has been hot of late, going 9/19 in his last five games, with three homers and eight RBIs.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mariners's offense was carried by Cal Raleigh in their most recent game vs. the Rays. Raleigh went only 1/2 but drove in three runs with a homer. The Mariners really broke things open with a three-run 6th inning. Seattle's other big inning was the 3rd, when they scored three runs. Going into the game, the Mariners were the slight underdog at -108.</p>

<p>George Kirby started for the Athletics, going six innings and giving up just one run on four hits. He only had seven strikeouts in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Seattle is hosting the Twins with an overall record of 46-37, which has them leading the AL West by 4.5 games. So far, they have been great against other teams in their division, going 17-5. The Mariners lost two of three in their most recent series vs. the Rays.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners are 27-12 this season compared to a 19-25 mark on the road. As the favorite, Seattle has gone 29-21 and 17-16 as the underdog. The Mariners have won three straight games at home, and their overall series record is 13-11-2. Looking at their overall record, the Mariners are 13-11-2.</p><p>Seattle is 21-18 against the run line at home this season and has covered in two straight games. The Mariners have an average run margin of +0.9 at home this season and are 40-43 overall against the run line. They have been the underdog in 33 of their games and have a run line record of 19-14 in those contests.</p><p>Seattle is 10-15 when the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. The Mariners' games have averaged 7.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 34-44 overall. The O/U line for today's game against the Twins is set at 7.5 runs, which is lower than their average line of 8 runs per game this season. So far, 41.0% of Seattle's games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Seattle starter Logan Gilbert has been pitching well this season and comes into the game with a record of 5-4 and an ERA of 2.71. He has made 16 starts this year and has pitched well at home, with an ERA of 2.8 compared to 3.65 on the road. Gilbert has made 13 quality starts this year and has a WHIP of .89. In his last outing, he went eight innings and didn't give up a run, picking up the win. Before that, he had given up at least one earned run in three straight outings. Gilbert's ERA for the month of June is 1.96.</p><p>Julio Rodriguez has been a bright spot in the Mariners lineup this season, batting .252 with seven home runs, which is 5th in the league. Cal Raleigh and Mitch Garver are the top two home run hitters for the Mariners, but both are batting under .205 for the season. Garver is 2nd on the team with 31 RBIs, and Raleigh's 49 RBIs is the best mark on the team and 13th in the league.</p>

<p>Seattle's offense has been one of the worst in the league this season, averaging just 3.9 runs per game. They are also near the bottom of the league in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. Over their last eight games, Garver and Dylan Moore have each hit two home runs, but both have struggled in terms of batting average.</p>

Minnesota Twins vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction 6/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Crimson Tide and Fighting Hawks game? Catch the action at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND, as the Fighting Hawks hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on CBSS. Alabama is favored by -25.5 in this non-conference contest against North Dakota. The game's over/under currently sits at 167.5 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE VS NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota Fighting Hawks +25.5</p><p>This game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Fighting Hawks.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +25.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 167.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Alabama Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Alabama improved to 8-2 on the season with an 83-75 win over Creighton on Saturday. Playing at home, the Crimson Tide were -11.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 158 fell short of the 163-point over/under line.</p> <p>Alabama led 37-31 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44. Though they got the win, the Tide’s defense will need to tighten up moving forward.</p><p>Alabama put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 30 attempts for 20%, while connecting on 60% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Mark Sears led the way with 27 points, shooting 4 of 7 from three. Ryan Kalkbrenner added 18 points, and Jackson McAndrew hit 5 threes, finishing with 16 points in 19 minutes.</p><p>Alabama's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 30 of 70 attempts. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 24 of 40 shots for 60%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition struggled, making just 6 of 30 threes for 20%. At the free-throw line, they went 17 of 22, shooting 77%. Alabama also allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Fighting Hawks Win at Home?</h3><h3>North Dakota Fighting Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Fighting Hawks dropped to 3-9 on the season after a 95-85 home loss to UTSA on Sunday. North Dakota entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>North Dakota trailed 39-34 at halftime but scored 51 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 56 points after the break. The game’s total points of 180 went over the 154.5 O/U line.</p><p>North Dakota put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field and 39.4% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 33 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.4%, and they grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, though they struggled at the free-throw line, shooting just 53.8% on 14 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Tai'Reon Joseph led the way with 28 points, hitting 6 of 8 threes and shooting 72.7% overall. Treysen Eaglestaff added 24 points, knocking down 5 threes, while Dariyus Woodson contributed 23 points and 4 made threes. Damari Monsanto was perfect from deep, hitting 4 of 4 threes in just 18 minutes.</p><p>North Dakota's defense struggled, giving up 95 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 44% from the field. The Fighting Hawks conceded 50% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team going 16/32.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Dakota allowed 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 14, shooting 53%. The Fighting Hawks gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Alabama Crimson Tide vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Islanders and Cougars. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 134.5 points, and Houston is favored by -28.5 against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like Texas A&M-Corpus Christi at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Islanders Have a Shot at a Win at Houston?</h3><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi fell to 4-5 on the season after a 71-62 road loss to Hawaii on Sunday. The Islanders entered the game as +6 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 133, which fell short of the 143-point over/under line.</p> <p>The Islanders were tied 28-28 at halftime but were outscored 43-34 in the second half.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 62 points, shooting 42.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 46.2%, with a two-point shooting mark of 42.9% (18/42) and a 40% success rate from beyond the arc (4/10).</p> <p>Ryan Rapp was perfect from three, hitting 5/5 and finishing with 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Marcus Greene added 15 points, while Gytis Nemeiksa and Garry Clark contributed 14 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi gave up 71 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 59% shooting, with the other team hitting 16 of 27 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Islanders' defense gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Cougars Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Houston improved to 7-3 on the season with a dominant 78-49 win over Toledo on Wednesday. The Cougars were heavy favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the -30 spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime, and matched that output in the 2nd half while holding Toledo to 27 points.</p><p>In their latest game, the Cougars put up 78 points, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their two-point shooting was impressive at 60.5% (26/43), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 16.7% (4/24) of their threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.8%.</p> <p>Houston grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and connected on 73.7% of their free throws (14/19). Terrance Arceneaux led the way with 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 58.3% overall and 50% from three (1/2). Joseph Tugler was efficient, scoring 13 points on 5/6 shooting in just 16 minutes.</p><p>Even with Houston allowing 49 points, their defense struggled inside, giving up 60% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 43 shots. However, Houston's defense was effective from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 4 made threes on 24 attempts, a 16% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Houston's opponents went 14/19, good for 73%. The Cougars also gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Heading into game two of this AL Central matchup, the Tigers (64-77, 29-41 home) will send Tarik Skubal to the mound against the White Sox (55-86, 27-46 away) and José Ureña. Check out my pick for today's Chicago White Sox vs. Detroit Tigers game in Detroit.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago White Sox +165</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 6:10 ET on Saturday, September 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO WHITE SOX:</h3><ul><li>The White Sox will be taking on a Tigers club that is just 2-3 over their last five games.</li><li>Over their last five games on the road, Chicago has a straight-up record of 3-2.</li><li>The White Sox have gone 1-2 in Tarik Skubal's last three starts.</li></ul><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX LOOKING FOR UPSET AS ROAD UNDERDOGS</h3><p>For the season, the White Sox have put together a record of 55-86 and are 4th in the AL Central, putting them 19 games out of first place. Chicago's overall series record sits at 11-28-5. On the road, they have gone 27-46 and 28-40 at home.</p><p><p>José Ureña has been struggling with home runs this season. He has allowed a long ball in each of his five outings thus far, and his batting average and slugging percentage allowed stand at .325 and .771, respectively. Additionally, he has issued 14 walks while striking out nine batters.</p></p><p>In José Ureña's most recent start, the White Sox were unable to come away with a victory, falling 9-3 to the Phillies. The right-hander was charged with four runs on three hits in 3 2/3 innings of work.</p><p>With a season-long average of 4.1 runs per game, the White Sox are the 23rd ranked scoring offense this season. As a team, they are batting .241, with an OBP of .295. In Chicago's last ten games, they are 11th in home runs, having gone deep 11 times in that span.</p><p>Luis Robert Jr. has been one of the White Sox's most reliable offensive contributors in 2023. He currently holds a .271 batting average, and has driven in 71 runs with 35 home runs.</p><h3>WILL THE DETROIT TIGERS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>The Tigers will be playing their 141st game of the season today and are 3rd in the AL Central on a record of 64-77. So far, Detroit has won 41.4% of their games at home compared to 49.3% on the road. Against divisional opponents, the Tigers are 28-16 and have played a total of 46 series, going 17-24-5.</p><p><p>The Detroit Tigers will turn to Tarik Skubal, who has a 4-3 record through 11 appearances this season. The lefty has posted an ERA of 3.77, along with a K/9 figure of 10.36 and a FIP of 2.37. Additionally, Skubal has held opposing batters to an OBP of .270.</p></p><p>The Detroit Tigers earned a victory in Tarik Skubal's most recent start, defeating the Chicago White Sox 3-2. Skubal threw seven innings of work, surrendering five hits and two earned runs while notching the win.</p><p>Over their last five games, the Tigers are ranked 17th in the league in scoring at 3.4 runs per game. Their season-long scoring average of 4 per contest puts them 27th in baseball. In terms of on-base percentage, Detroit is 20th, with an OBP currently sitting at .301. The team's collective batting average is .235 (20th).</p><p>Spencer Torkelson has been one of the Detroit Tigers' most potent offensive threats in 2023. The slugger is batting .232 with 27 home runs and 76 RBIs on the season.</p>

Chicago White Sox vs Detroit Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/9/23

<p>Illinois is favored by -20 points as they host Central Michigan at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL. Kick-off is set for 12:00 ET, and the game can be seen on PEAC. The Chippewas are 1-1 on the season, while the Fighting Illini come in with a 2-0 record. The over/under line is currently at 50.5 points for this week three non-conference matchup.</p><h3>CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS VS ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini -20</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL) at 12:00 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI:</h3><ul><li>We have the Illinois Fighting Illini winning this one by a score of 39 to 15</li><li>Not only do we have the Illinois Fighting Illini winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -20</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Central Michigan Chippewas Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Central Michigan is looking to bounce back after a 52-16 loss to Florida International on the road. The Chippewas, who were -3.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game's total score of 68 points surpassed the over/under line of 51.5 points. Central Michigan is now 1-1 for the season.</p><p></p><p>After a tough start, the Chippewas were down 7-0 after the first quarter. They managed to score in the second quarter but still trailed 28-8 at halftime. Central Michigan added another touchdown in the third quarter, but Florida International matched it, and the Chippewas were shut out in the fourth quarter.</p><p>Central Michigan's offense, led by quarterback Joe Labas, put up 369 total yards in their 52-16 loss to Florida International. Labas completed 20 of 39 passes for 151 yards, while also throwing five interceptions. His passer rating for the game was just 38.46. The Chippewas also had 190 yards passing, with Chris Parker leading the way with three receptions for 55 yards.</p> 
<p>Central Michigan's ground game was effective, gaining 179 yards on 40 carries. Myles Bailey averaged 6.8 yards per carry, leading the team with 54 yards on eight attempts. Despite moving the ball effectively on the ground, the Chippewas were unable to score a rushing touchdown.</p><p>Central Michigan's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing 52 points to Florida International in their last game. The Chippewas gave up 186 rushing yards, with four of those carries going for touchdowns. In the passing game, they allowed 124 yards on 10 completions, and overall, they surrendered 310 total yards and 15 first downs.</p><h3>Are The Illinois Fighting Illini Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Illinois is off to a strong start this season, moving to 2-0 after a 23-17 upset win over Kansas. The Illini were +5.5 point underdogs but managed to win outright, also covering the spread. This was a big win for Illinois, as Kansas was favored by -5.5 points. The game's over/under was set at 58.5 points, but the teams combined for just 40 points, hitting the under.</p><p></p><p>Illinois led 3-0 after the first quarter, but Kansas tied it up by halftime. The Illini fell behind 17-13 in the third quarter but came back to outscore Kansas 10-0 in the fourth quarter to pull off the win.</p><p>Illinois' offense, led by quarterback Luke Altmyer, put up 271 yards in their 23-17 win over Kansas. Altmyer completed 16 of 25 passes for 192 yards, with a passer rating of 87.42. Zakhari Franklin was his top target, hauling in nine receptions for 99 yards.</p> 
<p>The ground game was limited to 79 yards, with Kaden Feagin leading the way with 40 yards on 16 carries. Illinois managed to pick up 14 first downs and ended the game with 23 points on the scoreboard.</p><p>Illinois' defense will be looking to improve after giving up 327 total yards to Kansas in their last game. The Illini allowed 186 rushing yards on 33 attempts but were more effective against the pass, limiting Kansas to 141 yards through the air. Despite giving up two passing touchdowns, Illinois' defense came up with three interceptions to help secure the win.</p>

Central Michigan Chippewas vs Illinois Fighting Illini Betting Pick & Prediction 9/14/24

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