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<p>The Lightning and Sharks are set to face off at 10:30 ET on NBCS. The Sharks will host the game at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>With the Lightning being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Lightning.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 20-12-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay held a 2-0 lead early, but the defense couldn't hold up, allowing seven unanswered goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 11, easily surpassing that mark. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the loss kept them from covering.</p> 

<p>Tampa Bay scored first, with Brandon Hagel finding the net at 13:11 in the first period. They added another goal at 11:58 in the first, but the Jets responded with seven straight goals. The Lightning managed to tie the game at 4-4 in the third period, but the Jets pulled away with three more goals, including two empty-netters.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for Tampa Bay, netting his 7th goal of the season. Brayden Point followed with his 8th goal, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, while Nikita Kucherov rounded out the scoring with his 10th goal, unassisted in the third period.</p> <p>The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, added a third goal in the second, and their final goal came with 13:09 left in the game, tying the score at 4-4.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning struggled late, allowing four goals in the third period, including two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson finished with a save percentage of 84.4% on 32 shots from the Jets.</p><h3>Can the Sharks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped them to 11-23-6 this season. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Sharks took the lead early in the second period with a goal from Nico Sturm, but the Canucks tied it up later in the period and went ahead in the third. Mikael Granlund scored for San Jose to even things up, but Vancouver responded with a goal at 19:34 in the third to secure the win.</p><p>The Sharks took 23 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to the Canucks. Mikael Granlund netted his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his 2nd goal, 2:37 into the second period.</p> <p>San Jose had 16 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Tyler Toffoli picked up his 5th assist, and William Eklund added his 7th assist on Granlund’s third-period goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after surrendering a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

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

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

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

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

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

Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Beavers and Lions are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions will host the game at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Oregon State is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference contest against Loyola Marymount. The game's over/under currently sits at 136.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount 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 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Beavers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 10-3 on the season with an 89-79 win over the Portland Pilots on Monday. The Beavers were -17.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Oregon State led 46-39 at halftime and added 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The combined points of 168 went over the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 61.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 70.2%. They shot 73.5% on two-pointers and 43.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. The Beavers also connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Rataj led the way with 28 points and 5 assists, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Austin Rapp added 22 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Beavers dished out 22 assists as a team, with 6 players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Oregon State struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beavers gave up 25 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 73% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 10 threes on 23 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 43%.</p><h3>Will Loyola Marymount Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Loyola Marymount Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Marymount fell to 7-6 on the season after a 73-59 road loss to Washington State on Monday. The Lions, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>LMU trailed 36-34 at halftime but managed just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Marymount struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 59 points with a field goal percentage of 39.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc. They made 20 of 37 two-point shots, good for 54.1%, and connected on 10 of 15 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>The Lions recorded 6 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game. Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Calmese shooting 52.9% from the field and Stone-Carrawell hitting 50% overall, including 2 of 4 from three-point range. Tomas Thrastarson contributed 17 points, making 4 of 5 threes and shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field, converting 28 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, resulting in a 55% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Marymount's defense gave up 7 three-pointers on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Skyhawks and Buccaneers. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buccaneers at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Charleston Southern is favored by -4.5 vs. UT Martin.</p><h3>UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Skyhawks Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>UT Martin Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UT Martin’s season continued to struggle as they fell to 1-5 after a 78-35 loss to Tennessee on Wednesday. The Skyhawks were heavy underdogs, entering the game at +37.5, and they failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-20 at halftime, UT Martin managed just 15 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The total points for the game were 113, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>UT Martin's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 35 points on 22.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was only 28.3%, with a 19.4% mark from three-point range, hitting 6 of 31 attempts.</p> <p>Chaz Lanier and Josue Grullon led the way with 18 and 15 points, respectively, both shooting 6 of 16 from the field. Zakai Zeigler added 11 points and 9 assists, connecting on 3 of 10 from beyond the arc.</p><p>UT Martin's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 30 of 63 shots. The Skyhawks struggled to defend inside, allowing 20 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 76% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 27%, making 10 of 37 three-pointers. UT Martin sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 8 shots for 80%. The Skyhawks also gave up 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Charleston Southern Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Charleston Southern picked up their first win of the season, improving to 1-5 after a surprising 83-79 road victory over Miami on Saturday. The Buccaneers entered the game as +24.5 point underdogs.</p> <p>Charleston Southern led 45-37 at halftime and held on despite being outscored 42-38 in the second half. The game’s total points of 162 exceeded the O/U line of 151.</p><p>Charleston Southern put up 83 points in their latest game, shooting 50.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%. They connected on 45.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 24 from deep, and went 8 for 11 from the free-throw line (72.7%).</p> <p>Brandon Johnson and RJ Johnson each scored 23 points, with Brandon hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. Thompson Camara added 21 points, also shooting 50% from beyond the arc, while Taje' Kelly contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense gave up 79 points, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 61% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Buccaneers' defense allowed 12 threes on 33 attempts, with the other team shooting 36%. They also sent the opponent to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 78%.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Fighting Illini and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, OR. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 156.5 points, and Oregon is favored by -4.5 vs. Illinois in a Big Ten conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthew Knight Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Ducks.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon winning straight-up, we like Illinois at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Illinois Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Illinois improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 117-64 win over Chicago State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Illini entered the game as -38.5 favorites and covered the spread. The teams combined for 181 points, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>Illinois took control early, leading 60-24 at halftime. They continued to roll in the second half, scoring 57 points while allowing 40.</p><p>Illinois put up 117 points in their last game, shooting 62.1% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.7%, with 26 assists and 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Tomislav Ivisic led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Gabe Spinelli added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 5 threes, while Kylan Boswell recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 assists.</p><p>Despite Illinois giving up 64 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 62% from the field. The Illini couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the opposition hitting 78% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Illinois also allowed 15 threes on 45% shooting. The opponent went to the line 28 times, making 20 free throws. Illinois gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Oregon Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Oregon Ducks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oregon improved to 12-1 on the season with an 89-49 win over Weber State on Sunday. The Ducks, who were -21 point favorites, covered the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>Oregon led 40-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Weber State 49-26. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 55% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, thanks in part to hitting 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 82.4%, going 14-for-17.</p> <p>Brandon Angel was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 and hitting his only three-point attempt, finishing with 14 points and 7 rebounds in 20 minutes. Jackson Shelstad led the team with 16 points, shooting 70% overall and 50% from three-point range. Jadrian Tracey also contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite Oregon's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 49 points. However, the Ducks allowed their opponent to shoot 55% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent hit 9 of 22 threes, shooting 40%. The Ducks also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 82%.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Oregon Ducks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Trojans versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Troy is favored by -2.5 in this Sun Belt conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Troy Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

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

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

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Eagles face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Winthrop as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 165.5 points.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Winthrop winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 165.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can USC Upstate Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>USC Upstate fell to 1-11 on the season after a 72-64 home loss to Youngstown State on Saturday. The Spartans entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 27-23 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and hitting only 1 of 18 three-point attempts for a 5.6% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 35.8%, though they did manage to convert 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Mister Dean led the Spartans with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Nico Galette added 20 points, hitting 42.9% of his threes, while Breylin Garcia contributed 16 points on 77.8% shooting. USC Upstate also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 72 points, USC Upstate's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including a dismal 5% from three-point range, where they hit only 1 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 46% on two-pointers, going 23/49. USC Upstate also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%. The Spartans allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Winthrop Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop fell to 7-5 on the season after a 77-68 road loss to Indiana on Sunday. The Eagles entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Winthrop trailed 41-37 at halftime and scored 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 163.5 O/U line.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Myles Rice led the Eagles with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14. Doucet also pulled down 12 rebounds, and Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Winthrop's defense giving up 77 points, they managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 1 three-pointer on 20 attempts, a 5% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, though, Winthrop struggled, allowing 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 18 free throws (69%).</p>

USC Upstate Spartans vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ACC, and it's hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Virginia Tech as the -15.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Even though we have Virginia Tech winning straight-up, we like North Carolina A&T at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Aggies Have a Shot at a Win at Blacksburg?</h3><p>The Aggies dropped to 2-6 on the season after a 67-55 home loss to the Spartans on Saturday. Entering the game as +7 underdogs, North Carolina A&T not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 36-35 at halftime, the Aggies managed just 19 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 122 fell well short of the O/U line of 149.</p><p>North Carolina A&T struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 55 points on 37.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, largely due to their 13% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 23 attempts. They connected on 54.5% of their two-point shots and went 10 for 13 from the free-throw line, good for 76.9%.</p> <p>Kenyon Giles was a bright spot, scoring 25 points with 5 made threes on 50% shooting from deep. Ryan Forrest added 18 points, but struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. The Aggies managed only 7 assists as a team, with Camian Shell leading the way with 3.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense held their opponent to 67 points on 37% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 23 attempts, a 13% shooting performance.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, their opponent shot 76%, making 10 of 13 attempts. The Aggies also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Hokies Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Virginia Tech Hokies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hokies fell to 3-6 on the season after a 64-59 home loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, Virginia Tech kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Virginia Tech led 36-28 at halftime but managed only 23 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Hokies managed just 59 points, shooting 43.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 32% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts, while shooting 53.6% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 19 points, despite shooting 37.5% overall and 20% from three. Ishmael Leggett added 17 points, hitting 3 of 9 from deep, while Toibu Lawal contributed 16 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense held their opponent to 64 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field on 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Hokies gave up 15 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Virginia Tech's defense limited their opponent to 8 made threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 5 shots, hitting 71% of their free throws. The Hokies allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

North Carolina A&T Aggies vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/12/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Nittany Lions game? Catch the action at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA, as the Nittany Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Northwestern Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 10-3 on the season with an 85-60 home win over Northeastern on Sunday. The Wildcats, who entered the game as 14-point favorites, covered the spread, and the total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> <p>After leading just 35-33 at halftime, Northwestern dominated the second half, scoring 50 points while holding Northeastern to 27.</p><p>Northwestern's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 67.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 25 threes, shooting 36%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Ty Berry led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 8 for 10 overall. Brooks Barnhizer added 22 points and 10 rebounds, while LA Pratt contributed 18 points and 7 boards. Masai Troutman was also a key contributor, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Northwestern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 53% from the field. The Wildcats had particular difficulty defending inside, as the other team connected on 67% of their two-point attempts, going 21/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws, hitting 72%. The Wildcats gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Nittany Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-66 win over Penn on Sunday. The Nittany Lions were -26 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 34-31 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by scoring 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 152, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 22 of 26 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Michael Zanoni led the way with 27 points, connecting on 7 of 12 threes. Ace Baldwin contributed 23 points and 10 assists, while Yanic Konan Niederhauser added 19 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, Penn State's defense held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 84% from the stripe. Penn State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Red Foxes versus the Broncs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) in Lawrenceville, NJ. This Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 133.5 points, and Rider is favored to win by -2 at home vs. Marist.</p><h3>MARIST RED FOXES VS RIDER BRONCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rider Broncs -2</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) at 7:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RIDER BRONCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Broncs.</li><li>Not only will Rider pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Red Foxes Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Marist enters this game as a +2 underdog. They are 12-9 overall, including a 7-5 record in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference play. The Red Foxes have won two straight games, and they are 2-1 in their last three road games.</p>

<p>So far this season, Marist is 6-6 on the road, with an average scoring margin of -1.0. As the underdog, they are 3-6, compared to 9-3 when they are favored. Their average scoring margin at home is +6.9.</p><p>As the underdog, Marist has gone 5-4 vs. the spread this season and they have an overall ATS record of 13-8. On the road, their ATS mark is 8-4 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Marist's over/under record this season is 6-15 and the average over/under line in their games is 131.9. Today's line of 133.5 is higher than the average scoring total of 126.9 points per game in their games this season. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 121 points compared to their season average of 126.9 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Marist offense ended with 67 points against Siena. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 44.2% and made 7 threes. The team's top scorer is Josh Pascarelli, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 10.9, while Max Allen also maintains a PPG average of 11.7 leading up to the game.</p><p>At this time, the Red Foxes' defense is positioned 9th in the country, permitting 62.2 points per game. Against Siena in their most recent game, the Marist defense gave up a total of 51 points while allowing Siena to hit 29% of their shots.</p><h3>Will the Broncs Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>After losing their last two games, the Rider Broncs will look to get back on track as they host the Marist Red Foxes. Rider has a record of 8-15 this season, including a mark of 4-3 at home.</p>

<p>On the year, the Broncs have been the favorite in seven games and have gone 4-3 in those contests. For the season, they have a scoring margin of -2.6 points per game.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Rider has an ATS mark of 4-3. At home, the Broncs are 4-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Rider has an ATS record of 5-5. In their last 3 home games, the Broncs have gone 2-1 ATS.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Rider games is 14-8. So far, their games have averaged 146.5 points compared to an average over/under line of 142.6. Today's over/under line of 133.5 is lower than the average scoring total of their games this year. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 159 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Rider offense put up 67 points against Fairfield. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 47.8% and made 7 threes. The team's top scorer is Mervin James, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 19, while T.J Weeks Jr. also maintains a PPG average of 10.4 leading up to the game.</p><p>At this time, the Broncs' defense is positioned 246th in the country, permitting 75.3 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.7 threes per game vs. Marist. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.8%.</p>

Marist Red Foxes vs Rider Broncs Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>The Blue Raiders and Golden Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Panthers will host the game at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Middle Tennessee is favored by -3.5 in this Conference USA conference contest against FIU. The game's over/under currently sits at 147.5 points.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Raiders Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>Middle Tennessee fell to 7-4 on the season after an 82-64 loss to Tennessee on Monday. The Blue Raiders were +27 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Middle Tennessee led 40-34 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 24 points while allowing 48. The game’s total points of 146 went over the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 40.7% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, and they managed only 6 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>Camryn Weston and Chaz Lanier led the way, with Weston scoring 24 points on 9/18 shooting, including 3/6 from three. Lanier added 23 points, hitting 5 of 10 from deep. Zakai Zeigler contributed 17 points and dished out 15 assists, despite shooting just 1/5 from three-point range.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 50% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>The Blue Raiders also had trouble defending the perimeter, as their opponents hit 10 of 22 three-pointers, good for 45%. From the free-throw line, Middle Tennessee's defense sent their opponents to the line 23 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Will FIU Win at Home?</h3><h3>FIU Golden Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>FIU improved to 4-7 on the season with an 80-66 win over Utah Tech on Monday. The Golden Panthers were -5.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the 14-point victory.</p> 

<p>FIU dominated the first half, leading 47-19 at halftime, but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The O/U line was set at 146.5, and the game ended just under that at 146 points.</p><p>FIU's offense was clicking in their latest game, putting up 80 points on 54.5% shooting from the field. They were efficient from deep, hitting 43.8% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage stood at 61.8%.</p> <p>Beon Riley led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while Noa Gonsalves added 18 points. Travis Gray was also a key contributor, scoring 15 points and hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 54% shooting performance, with 30 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>FIU's defense gave up 23 two-pointers on 39 attempts (59%) and 7 threes on 16 attempts (43%). The opponent also went 13/22 from the free-throw line, shooting 59%. FIU allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs FIU Golden Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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

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

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

<p>Planning on watching today's Blackhawks and Sabres game? Catch the action at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY, as the Sabres hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Sabres are favored by -1.5 against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Sabres picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Blackhawks Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Chicago picked up a 4-2 road win over the Ducks, bringing their record to 12-21-2. The Blackhawks, as underdogs on the puck line, covered with the victory. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Ryan Donato netted his 7th goal of the season as the Blackhawks scored 4 times in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring for Chicago, followed by Teuvo Teravainen’s 4th goal on a power play. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, also on a power play.</p> <p>Connor Bedard picked up two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Chicago took 29 shots on goal and recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95.0% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 win. Defensively, Chicago had 6 takeaways and 5 hits. The Blackhawks allowed both of Anaheim's goals in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Buffalo Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>After a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, the Sabres are now 12-19-4 this season. Buffalo held an early lead, scoring at 11:39 in the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Buffalo was the underdog on the puck line, and their offense came from Alex Tuch, who scored a short-handed goal. The Sabres had 32 shots on goal but failed to score again. They also struggled with giveaways, committing 13 in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the lone goal, his fifth of the season. Tuch's goal came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period, and was unassisted.</p> <p>The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They had 13 giveaways and were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p><p>Defensively, the Sabres will look to bounce back after giving up two second-period goals to the Red Wings, both on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 12/27/24

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