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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Buffaloes and Knights. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Knights at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and UCF is favored by -5.5 vs. Colorado in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>COLORADO BUFFALOES VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will UCF pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Buffaloes Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Colorado Buffaloes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Buffaloes fell to 9-4 on the season after an 81-61 road loss to Arizona State on Saturday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, Colorado not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 40-27 at halftime, Colorado allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The game’s total points of 142 narrowly missed the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>In their last game, Colorado's offense struggled, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 12.5% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.4%, but they did manage to shoot 81.2% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Trevor Baskin led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field. BJ Freeman added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range, while Basheer Jihad contributed 17 points, connecting on 4 of 6 threes.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, going 15/26 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Colorado's opponent shot 46%, making 13 of 28 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Knights Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>UCF’s season record fell to 10-3 after a 99-48 loss to Kansas on Sunday. The Knights, who were +5 underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 fell just under the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UCF trailed 44-25 at halftime and struggled further in the 2nd half, scoring only 23 points while allowing 55.</p><p>UCF's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 48 points on 20.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was only 26.5%, with two-point shooting at 18.4% (7/38) and three-point shooting at 23.3% (7/30).</p> <p>They did hit 72.2% of their free throws, going 13/18 from the line. The Knights also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite UCF's defensive efforts, they gave up 99 points in their last game. The Knights held their opponents to just 20% shooting from the field, with 14 made baskets on 68 attempts.</p> <p>UCF limited the other team to 18% shooting on two-pointers (7/38) and 23% on threes (7/30). At the free-throw line, their opponents hit 13 of 18 attempts, shooting 72%. UCF also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Sycamores and Beacons game? Catch the action at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN, as the Beacons hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Missouri Valley conference contest is set at 163.5 points, with Valparaiso being favored by -1.5 at home against Indiana State.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 163.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Indiana State Pull Off A Win at Athletics-Recreation Center?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Indiana State improved to 7-6 on the season with a 66-62 win over Evansville on Saturday. The Sycamores, who were -3 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 36-31 at halftime, Indiana State clamped down defensively, allowing just 26 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 128 fell well under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Indiana State managed 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.1%. They hit 30.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 23 attempts, while knocking down 48.4% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Sycamores were impressive, hitting 88.2% of their attempts (15/17). They recorded 16 assists, with Tayshawn Comer contributing 7 of them to go along with his 24 points. Jaden Daughtry led the team with 26 points, shooting 52.9% from the field.</p><p>Indiana State's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a 40% shooting performance from the field. They allowed 22 field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of 20 three-pointers. Indiana State also sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Beacons?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Valparaiso improved to 7-6 on the season after an 80-73 win over Northern Iowa on Saturday. The Beacons, who were +4.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Valpo led 43-36 at halftime and matched Northern Iowa with 37 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the over/under line of 148.5.</p><p>Valparaiso put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 31% of their three-point attempts, hitting 9 of 29 from deep, while shooting 53.3% on two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Beacons were impressive, making 21 of 24 for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Tytan Anderson led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro added 20 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Tyler Schmidt contributed 15 points, making 3 of 8 from beyond the arc, while Cooper Schwieger and Darius DeAveiro each chipped in 13 points.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 53% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Valparaiso's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, as they made 9 of 29 three-point attempts. The Beacons also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 shots, an 87% free-throw percentage.</p>

Indiana State Sycamores vs Valparaiso Beacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Demons and Pirates game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Pirates hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on PEAC. The over/under for this game is set at 133.5 points, and Seton Hall is favored by -3 vs. DePaul in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS SETON HALL PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates -3</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Seton Hall pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Demons Chances in Newark</h3><p>DePaul’s season record dropped to 9-6 after a tough 100-56 loss to Villanova on Saturday. The Blue Demons went into the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 156, going over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>DePaul trailed 48-32 at halftime and struggled even more in the second half, scoring just 24 points while allowing 52.</p><p>DePaul struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points on 33.3% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%. They hit only 25.9% of their threes, going 7-for-27, and connected on 60% of their free throws, making 9 of 15 attempts. The Blue Demons managed 14 offensive rebounds and recorded 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led DePaul with 25 points, shooting 52.9% overall and 40% from three (4-for-10). Jordan Longino was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts and finishing with 19 points on 77.8% shooting. Wooga Poplar also went 3-for-3 from deep, contributing 17 points on 66.7% shooting.</p><p>DePaul’s defense struggled, giving up 100 points on 59% shooting. They allowed 37 field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, DePaul gave up 16 threes on 27 attempts, a 59% rate. They also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Pirates?</h3><h3>Seton Hall Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seton Hall’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 5-9 after a 94-72 loss to Xavier on Tuesday. The Pirates were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Seton Hall was down 44-31 at halftime and allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points reached 166, well over the pre-game O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Seton Hall's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting just 37.7% from the field. They connected on 46.2% of their threes, hitting 6 of 13 attempts, while their two-point shooting was only 35.4% (17/48). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 20 of 24 for an 83.3% rate.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 22 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 42.9% from three. Isaiah Coleman added 19 points, though he shot just 35.0% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. was a standout, hitting 80.0% of his shots and 66.7% from deep, finishing with 14 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 57% from the field. Inside the arc, they conceded 17 baskets on 26 attempts, a 65% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From three-point range, Seton Hall allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, with their opponent shooting 47%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 40 times, where they hit 30 free throws, a 75% clip. Seton Hall gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>The Ravens are heavily favored in their week 16 matchup against the Steelers, with the money line sitting at -279 for the Ravens and +230 for the Steelers. The game, set for Saturday, December 21st at 4:30 ET at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, is crucial for both teams. The Ravens are 9-5 and the Steelers are 8-6, and the Ravens are -6 point favorites on the point spread. FOX is handling the television coverage, and the over/under line is 44.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +6</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 24 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Steelers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>At 10-4, the Steelers hold a 70.1% chance of winning the AFC North and have already locked up a playoff spot. They rank 9th in our NFL power rankings and sit 3rd in the AFC standings. Pittsburgh is 5-1 at home and 5-3 on the road, including a 3-1 record in division games. Against the spread, they are 10-4, with a +5.1 scoring margin. They are 5-3 as favorites and 5-1 as underdogs.</p> <p>After winning three straight, the Steelers fell to the Eagles in week 15, leaving them at 10-4. They were 5.5-point underdogs but couldn’t cover, losing by 14. The O/U line was 43, and the teams combined for 40 points, marking the second straight under in Pittsburgh’s games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Steelers are 17th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 9th in the NFL in points per game (24) and are 17th in yards per game, averaging 325.6. Pittsburgh relies on the run game, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and 9th in rushing yards per game. On the other hand, they are 28th in passing attempts and 24th in passing yards, with an average of 198.9 per game. The Steelers are 13th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 38.9%.</p> <p>Russell Wilson threw for 128 yards (14/22) and a touchdown in week 15 against the Eagles. Najee Harris had just 14 rushing yards on 6 carries, while Calvin Austin III led the team with 65 receiving yards on 5 catches. Pittsburgh scored 13 points in the loss, with all of them coming in the first half.</p><p>In their 27-13 loss to the Eagles, the Steelers' defense allowed Philadelphia to convert on 58.8% of their third down attempts. The Eagles finished with 401 yards of total offense, with Pittsburgh giving up 270 passing yards and 131 rushing yards on 42 attempts. Philadelphia found success through the air, completing 78.1% of their passes and averaging 8.4 yards per attempt.<p></p>Despite the tough game, the Steelers' defense did manage to record three sacks and had more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Eagles.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Ravens have a 99.5% chance of making the playoffs and a 29.9% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 4th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 16. Baltimore is 7-6-1 against the spread, including a 7-5-1 mark as the favorite. Their O/U record is 11-3, with their games averaging 53.6 points per game.</p> <p>In week 15, the Ravens bounced back from their week 13 loss to the Eagles with a 35-14 win over the Giants. Baltimore covered the 16.5-point spread, improving to 9-5. The combined 49 points in the game went over the 43.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Ravens are 2nd in our offensive power rankings, leading the NFL with 424.1 yards per game and ranking 3rd in points per game with 29.9. They are 3rd in passing yards per game (245.6) despite ranking 26th in pass attempts. Baltimore also ranks 2nd in rushing, with 178.4 yards per game on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson is coming off a 5-touchdown performance in week 15, going 21/25 for 290 yards against the Giants. Derrick Henry rushed for 67 yards on 14 carries, while Rashod Bateman led the receivers with 80 yards and 2 touchdowns on 3 catches. Baltimore converted 9 of 11 third downs in the win.</p><p>The Ravens' defense was dominant in their 35-14 win over the Giants, allowing just 55 rushing yards on 20 attempts. They held the Giants to 181 passing yards and a completion percentage of 59.5%. Baltimore's defense gave up just one touchdown and limited the Giants to a 16.7% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>They also came away with three sacks, one interception, and held the Giants to 236 total yards. The Ravens' defense was effective in generating pressure, as they had a positive differential in QB hits and tackles for loss.</p>

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<p>ESPN2 is covering the 4:00 ET kickoff between the California Golden Bears and Oregon State Beavers this Saturday, October 26th. The game will be played at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley. The Beavers are 4-3 on the season, while the Golden Bears are 3-4. California is favored by -10 points, and the over/under line is currently 48.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears -10</p><p>This game will be played at California Memorial Stadium at 4:00 ET on Saturday, October 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the California Golden Bears winning this one by a score of 31 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the California Golden Bears winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -10</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oregon State Beavers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Oregon State enters Week 9 against California with a 4-3 record, ranked 74th in our power rankings. They have a 76.7% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but are out of the Pac-12 title race. The Beavers are 1-2 on the road and 1-1 at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their average scoring margin is +3 points per game, and they are 2-3 against the spread. Oregon State has been favored in three games, going 2-1 ATS as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 48.5 points. Oregon State’s games have averaged 57.6 points, with an average over/under line of 51.6 points. Their over/under record stands at 3-2 this season.</p><p>Oregon State’s offense has leaned heavily on their run game, ranking 6th nationally with 243.1 rushing yards per game. They are 4th in rushing attempts, averaging 45.6 per game. Anthony Hankerson leads the team with 700 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns.</p> <p>The Beavers are 7th in third down conversions, converting 52.3% of their attempts. They are 43rd in scoring, averaging 30.3 points per game, and are ranked 67th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 9.</p><p>Oregon State's defense has allowed an average of 27.3 points per game this season, including 33 points in their recent loss to UNLV. They gave up 384 total yards in that game, with 188 rushing yards and 196 passing yards, while also forcing one interception.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 197.6 rushing yards per game against Oregon State, while the Beavers have held opposing quarterbacks to 175.1 passing yards per game, ranking 27th in the nation. Quarterbacks have completed 56% of their passes against Oregon State, with a passer rating of 79.9.</p><h3>Are The California Golden Bears Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>California enters Week 9 with a 3-4 record, ranked 44th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 74.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Golden Bears are 1-2, and they’ve been favored in just two of their seven games this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their ATS record stands at 4-2, with a +5.3 average scoring margin. Cal is 2-1 against the spread at home and has gone 1-1 as the favorite and 3-1 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Cal’s over/under record is 2-4, and their games average 42.7 points. The average O/U line is 50.4 points, while this week’s line is set at 48.5 points.</p><p>California’s offense is averaging 24 points per game, ranking 72nd in the nation. They are 79th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 9. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 33.3%, placing them 96th nationally. On the ground, they average 120.1 rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Fernando Mendoza has thrown for 1,731 yards with a 67.4% completion rate. He has eight touchdowns and three interceptions, with a passer rating of 96. California ranks 21st in passing completions and 44th in passing yards per game. Leading receiver Nyziah Hunter has 230 yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>California's defense has been a bright spot this season, ranking 22nd nationally by allowing just 18.7 points per game. They’ve been particularly strong against the run, giving up only 108.7 rushing yards per game, which ranks 30th in the country.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game, Cal’s defense held NC State to 30 rushing yards on 29 attempts but allowed 334 passing yards. They also forced 37 pass attempts, contributing to their season average of 233.3 passing yards allowed per game.</p>

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<p>The Aggies and Sooners are set to face off at 9:00 ET on SECN. The Sooners will host the game at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and Oklahoma is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Texas A&M.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M AGGIES VS OKLAHOMA SOONERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lloyd Noble Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Sooners.</li><li>Not only will Oklahoma pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Texas A&M Shock Everyone at Lloyd Noble Center?</h3><p>The Aggies improved to 12-2 on the season with an 80-60 win over Texas on Saturday. Playing at home, Texas A&M entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the 142.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Texas A&M dominated the second half, outscoring the Longhorns 43-23.</p><p>Texas A&M put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field. Their two-point shooting was a standout, hitting 65.8% (25/38), but they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 2 of 19 attempts for 10.5%.</p> <p>The Aggies were solid at the free-throw line, making 24 of 32 attempts (75%). Zhuric Phelps led the way with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Pharrel Payne added 15 points, shooting 83.3% from the field.</p><p>Texas A&M's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, allowing the opponent to shoot 47% from the field. Despite that, the Aggies held them to just 2 made threes on 19 attempts, a 10% success rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Texas A&M's opponent shot 65%, hitting 25 of 38 two-point attempts. The Aggies also sent them to the line 32 times, where they converted 24 free throws at a 75% clip. Texas A&M allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Sooners Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Oklahoma's perfect season came to an end on Saturday, as they fell to 13-1 after a 107-79 road loss to Alabama. The Sooners entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 186 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 166.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 48-29 at halftime. Despite scoring 50 points in the 2nd half, they couldn’t slow down Alabama, who put up 59 points after the break.</p><p>Oklahoma's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field. They hit just 26.3% from three-point range, going 5-for-19, but were strong inside, connecting on 56.2% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Mark Sears led the way with 22 points and 10 assists, despite shooting 38.5% overall and 16.7% from deep. Jalon Moore added 20 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts and shooting 64.3% from the field.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 107 points on 50% shooting. Opponents hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 29/47.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oklahoma allowed 9 threes on 29 attempts (31%). They also sent their opponents to the line 30 times, where they converted 22 free throws (73%).</p>

Texas A&M Aggies vs Oklahoma Sooners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Midshipmen and Crusaders are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Crusaders will host the game at Hart Center in Worcester, MA. The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Holy Cross is favored by -1.5 vs. Navy in a Patriot League conference matchup.</p><h3>NAVY MIDSHIPMEN VS HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Holy Cross Crusaders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hart Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Crusaders.</li><li>Not only will Holy Cross pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Midshipmen Offense Score Enough in Worcester?</h3><h3>Navy Midshipmen Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Navy improved to 4-10 on the season with a narrow 71-70 win over Lafayette on Sunday. The Midshipmen, who were favored by 3 points, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 141 went over the pre-game line of 138.5.</p> <p>After leading 41-33 at halftime, Navy allowed Lafayette to score 37 points in the second half while managing only 30 themselves, but they held on for the win.</p><p>Navy's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field. They connected on 43.8% of their threes, going 7-for-16, and hit 70.6% from the free-throw line, making 12 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Donovan Draper led the way with 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Caleb Williams added 16 points, hitting 4 of 8 from deep, while Andrew Phillips contributed 15 points, making 3 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Navy's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 of 44 shooting, also at 43%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Navy's opponent hit 7 of 16 shots, good for 43%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12, shooting 70%. Navy gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Crusaders Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Holy Cross Crusaders Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Crusaders dropped to 7-6 on the season after a 75-64 road loss to American on Sunday. Holy Cross entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just over the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Holy Cross trailed 30-26 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own. The Crusaders will look to tighten up their defense as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Holy Cross put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 42.1% from the field and 36% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with the team hitting 15 of 32 two-point attempts (46.9%). At the free-throw line, they connected on 7 of 10 shots for 70%.</p> <p>Max Green led the Crusaders with 20 points and 5 assists, though he shot just 3 of 9 from three. Joe Nugent hit 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 19 points, while Matt Rogers was 4 of 5 from deep, scoring 18 points. Julen Iturbe was perfect from the field, hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Holy Cross's defensive efforts, they allowed 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Crusaders gave up 12 two-pointers on 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Holy Cross allowed 12 threes on 24 attempts, also at a 50% clip. They sent the opposing team to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 88%. The Crusaders limited second-chance points, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

Navy Midshipmen vs Holy Cross Crusaders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Bears face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. North Carolina Central is favored by -3.5 in this Mid-Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 154.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 4:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</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 North Carolina Central Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina Central's season continued to be a struggle, as they fell to 3-11 after a 63-61 road loss to Coppin State on Saturday. Entering the game as -8.5 favorites, the Eagles not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite leading 30-23 at halftime, NC Central allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>North Carolina Central struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 15 three-point attempts for a 6.7% shooting percentage. Despite their perimeter struggles, they shot 57.9% on two-point attempts, finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 43.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>The Eagles scored 61 points, with Po'Boigh King leading the way with 18 points, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts. Camaren Sparrow was the lone bright spot from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 5 assists, while Toby Nnadozie also contributed 5 assists and 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 42% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 11/29, or 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 50%, hitting 9 of 18 threes. At the free-throw line, they went 14/21, or 66%. North Carolina Central also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bears Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Morgan State’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 2-11 after an 86-72 loss to South Carolina State on Saturday. The Bears were +5.5 point underdogs at home and didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p> <p>Trailing 46-37 at halftime, Morgan State couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 40.</p><p>In their last game, Morgan State's offense was led by Kameron Hobbs, who scored 22 points, and Drayton Jones, who added 20. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, while Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 2 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Bears shot 53.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5 for 12, and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 57.7% of their 26 attempts. Morgan State finished with 14 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even with Morgan State giving up 86 points, the Bears couldn’t capitalize defensively, allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Bears struggled to contain two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 56% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Morgan State’s defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. The Bears also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 for 57%.</p>

North Carolina Central Eagles vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chanticleers and Mountaineers. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mountaineers at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Appalachian State as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 128.5 points.</p><h3>COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have Appalachian State winning straight-up, we like Coastal Carolina at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Chanticleers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coastal Carolina improved to 6-7 on the season with a 70-51 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. The Chanticleers were favored by seven points and covered the spread in the home victory.</p> 

<p>Coastal Carolina led 34-22 at halftime and added 36 points in the second half while allowing 29. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 134.5-point over/under line.</p><p>Coastal Carolina put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.8%, thanks to a strong 65.4% shooting inside the arc. From three-point range, they struggled, hitting just 25.9% on 7 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Chanticleers connected on 15 of 18 attempts, good for 83.3%. They grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Jerry Ngopot and Coltie Young led the team with 14 points each, while Noah Amenhauser was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's defense gave up 51 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 65% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coastal Carolina's defense held the opposition to 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. The other team also went to the line 18 times, making 15 free throws, or 83%. Coastal Carolina gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Appalachian State improved to 5-7 on the season with a 72-61 win over Texas State on Saturday, January 4th. The Mountaineers were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State led 38-30 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Texas State 34-31. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Appalachian State's offense put up 72 points, shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.7%, thanks in large part to their 54.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 22 points and 6 assists, connecting on 4 of 6 threes. Alonzo Dodd and Dylan Dawson also hit 4 threes, each shooting 66.7% from deep. The Mountaineers dished out 15 assists as a team, with Tate contributing 6 of them.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense struggled, giving up 61 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. They conceded 27 made field goals on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mountaineers allowed 12 threes on 22 attempts, a 54% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 9 times, where they hit 6 free throws.</p>

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

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This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>The Crimson Tide and Gamecocks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on SECN. The Gamecocks will host the game at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. Alabama is favored by -10.5 in this Southeastern conference contest against South Carolina. The game's over/under currently sits at 156.5 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina Gamecocks +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Not only will South Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</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>Can Alabama Stun the Crowd at Colonial Life Arena?</h3><p>Alabama improved to 12-2 on the season with a dominant 107-79 win over Oklahoma on Saturday. Playing at home, the Crimson Tide entered the game as -13.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Alabama led 48-29 at halftime and poured in 59 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 50 points to the Sooners after the break. The game’s total points reached 186, surpassing the O/U line of 166.5.</p><p>Alabama put up 107 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 61.7% on two-point attempts. They connected on 9 of 29 threes, hitting 31% from beyond the arc, and shot 73.3% from the free-throw line, making 22 of 30 attempts.</p> <p>Mark Sears led the way with 22 points and 10 assists, despite shooting just 1 of 6 from three. Jalon Moore added 20 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts, while Sam Godwin contributed 15 points on 7 of 10 shooting.</p><p>Even with Alabama's defense giving up 79 points, they struggled to contain the opposition's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 61% of their shots inside the arc. Overall, the opposing team shot 50% from the field, going 38/76.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alabama's defense held the other team to 31% shooting, with 9 made threes on 29 attempts. However, they sent the opposition to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 22 free throws at a 73% rate.</p><h3>Can the Gamecocks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>South Carolina’s season record fell to 10-4 after a rough 85-50 loss to Mississippi State on Saturday. The Gamecocks went into the game as +10.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 135, under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>South Carolina struggled from the start, trailing 43-18 at halftime. They scored 32 points in the 2nd half but allowed 42 points, making it a tough game on both ends of the floor.</p><p>South Carolina's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 50 points while shooting 29.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 30.9%, and they hit only 10.5% of their three-point attempts, going 2-for-19 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They managed 11 offensive rebounds and 10 assists, with a free-throw shooting percentage of 69.6% (16/23). Zachary Davis was a bright spot, scoring 22 points, while Josh Hubbard added 21 points, hitting 5 of 10 threes.</p><p>South Carolina's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 56% shooting from the field. The Gamecocks allowed their opponent to connect on 27 of 37 two-point attempts, a 73% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina's defense gave up 8 threes on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 32% from deep. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 7 free throws, shooting 77%.</p>

Alabama Crimson Tide vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

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

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

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

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

<p>The Bulldogs and Lancers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lancers will host the game at Joan Perry Brock Center in Farmville, VA. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Longwood as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 153.5 points.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS LONGWOOD LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Longwood Lancers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LONGWOOD LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will Longwood pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Bulldogs Secure a Win at Farmville?</h3><h3>UNC Asheville Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UNC Asheville improved to 6-5 on the season after a 103-99 home victory over High Point on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UNC Asheville led 47-43 at halftime and both teams scored 56 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 202, well over the pre-game O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>UNC Asheville put up 103 points in their latest game, shooting 50.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 60.4% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they made 27 of 37 attempts, good for 73%.</p> <p>Jordan Marsh led the way with 29 points and 8 assists, shooting 58.8% from the field, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Bobby Pettiford added 24 points, shooting 83.3% overall, and Toyaz Solomon contributed 22 points, hitting 78.6% of his shots. Josh Banks also chipped in 20 points, making 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Despite UNC Asheville's defensive struggles, allowing 99 points on 50% shooting, they did limit their opponent's three-point success, holding them to 28% from beyond the arc. However, they couldn't contain the inside game, giving up 60% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 73% of their attempts. UNC Asheville allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does Longwood Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lancers improved to 9-5 on the season with an 83-78 win over Charleston Southern on Saturday. Despite being -9 favorites, Longwood didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 161 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Longwood trailed 35-31 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43.</p><p>In their recent game, the Longwood Lancers put up 83 points, shooting 53.8% from the field and connecting on 7 of 13 three-point attempts, also at a 53.8% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.5%, and they hit 80% of their free throws, going 20 for 25 from the line. The Lancers dished out 14 assists and grabbed 6 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly led the way with 25 points, shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. RJ Johnson and Kyrell Luc each added 19 points, with Johnson also contributing 8 assists. Daylen Berry scored 18 points, while Colby Garland added 17 points and 6 assists. DJ Patrick hit 4 threes, finishing with 12 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 21 of 39 from two-point range, also at 53%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lancers gave up 7 threes on 13 attempts, again at 53%. They also sent the opposing team to the line 25 times, where they hit 20 free throws for 80%.</p>

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Longwood Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Racers and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at McLeod Center in Cedar Falls, IA. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Northern Iowa as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>MURRAY STATE RACERS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at McLeod Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Murray State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Murray State Racers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Racers improved to 7-7 on the season with a 66-59 road win over Drake on Sunday. Murray State entered the game as +10 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 26-26 tie at halftime, the Racers outscored Drake 40-33 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, just under the O/U line of 125.5.</p><p>Murray State's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 65%. They connected on 60% of their two-point attempts and hit 46.7% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-15 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Racers made 15 of 20 attempts, good for 75%.</p> <p>Terence Harcum led the way with 20 points, hitting 4-of-7 from three-point range. Kylen Milton added 15 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Isaia Howard was also efficient, making 6-of-8 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 13 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, Murray State held their opponent to 59 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 45% from two-point range with 17 made shots out of 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Racers limited their opponent to 4 threes on 14 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 13 free throws (72%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Panthers?</h3><p>Northern Iowa’s season record dropped to 8-6 after a 80-73 road loss to Valparaiso on Saturday. The Panthers, who entered the game as -4.5 favorites, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 43-36 at halftime, Northern Iowa couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 37 points after the break. The total points for the game ended at 153, going over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Northern Iowa put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56%, thanks to strong two-point shooting at 66.7% (20/30), though they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% (5/20) of their threes.</p> <p>Tytan Anderson led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro added 20 points, hitting 50% of his threes (2/4), while Tyler Schmidt contributed 15 points, connecting on 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 80 points, they held their opponent to 42% shooting from the field. The Panthers allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team connecting on 16 of 30 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northern Iowa's defense saw their opponent hit 9 of 29 attempts, good for 31%. The Panthers also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 87%. Northern Iowa gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Murray State Racers vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Huskies and Wildcats face off at 6:30 ET on FS1. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA. Connecticut come into this Big East conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 147 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Villanova Wildcats +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VILLANOVA WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Villanova pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Huskies Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Connecticut Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Connecticut improved to 12-3 on the season with an 87-84 win over Providence on Sunday. The Huskies were -14.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 171, well over the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>UConn turned the game around in the 2nd half, scoring 60 points after trailing 39-27 at halftime. They allowed 45 points to Providence in the 2nd half but did enough offensively to secure the win.</p><p>Connecticut's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points on 56.2% shooting from the field. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 13 attempts, and were impressive at the free-throw line, making 27 of 32 for an 84.4% mark. Their effective field goal percentage was 62.5%, with a 60% success rate on two-point shots (21/35).</p> <p>Jayden Pierre led the way with 24 points, hitting 3 of 8 from deep, while Hassan Diarra added 19 points and 8 assists. Wesley Cardet Jr. contributed 18 points, and Solo Ball chipped in 16, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Aidan Mahaney was perfect from downtown, going 2 for 2, and finished with 15 points in just 20 minutes of action.</p><p>Defensively, the Huskies struggled, giving up 84 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. Connecticut allowed 21 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Huskies gave up 6 threes on 13 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 46% from deep. Connecticut also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they hit 27 free throws at an 84% clip.</p><h3>Will the Villanova Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 10-5 on the season after a dominant 100-56 win over DePaul on Saturday. The Wildcats, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only covered the spread but also exceeded the over/under line of 146.5 points, with a combined total of 156 points in the game.</p> <p>Leading 48-32 at halftime, Villanova clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 24 points while scoring 52 of their own.</p><p>Villanova's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a field goal percentage of 59.7% (37/62). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.6%, thanks in part to their 16/27 shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 59.3% of their threes.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 25 points, while Jordan Longino was perfect from deep, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts. Jhamir Brickus dished out 11 assists, and the Wildcats finished with 25 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Villanova's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 56 points. The Wildcats allowed a high shooting percentage, with their opponent hitting 59% of their shots, including 60% from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's defense gave up 16 threes on 27 attempts, a 59% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 10 free throws. Villanova allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Connecticut Huskies vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Vikings are favored on the road with a point spread of -3 as they take on the Rams at 8:15 ET on Thursday, October 24th. This week eight matchup is being played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, and is being televised by AMZN. The Vikings' money line odds are -156, and the Rams' money line odds are +132, with the over/under line set at 48 points.</p><h3>MINNESOTA VIKINGS VS LOS ANGELES RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Rams +3</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 8:15 ET on Thursday, October 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Vikings winning this one by a score of 25 to 23</li><li>Even though we like the Vikings to win, our ATS pick is to take the Rams at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Vikings Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the Vikings hold a 5-1 record, giving them a 78.4% chance of making the playoffs and a 19.8% chance of winning the NFC North. Minnesota ranks 9th in our NFL power rankings. They are 5-1 against the spread, including a 3-0 record as underdogs. Their O/U record is 2-4, with their games averaging 45.8 points (O/U line: 45.2).</p> <p>After starting the season 5-0, the Vikings lost 31-29 to the Lions in week 7. They were 1.5-point favorites at home but couldn’t pull out the win. The two teams combined for 60 points, going over the 50-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Vikings are 11th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 28 points per game, which ranks 5th in the NFL. They’ve been strong in the 1st quarter, leading the league with 9.7 points per game. Minnesota ranks 13th in yards per game (333.2) and 14th in passing yards, with 213.8 per game, despite being 26th in passing attempts. On the ground, they are 17th in rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Sam Darnold threw for 259 yards (22/27) and a touchdown in week 7, posting a passer rating of 103. Justin Jefferson led the team with 7 catches for 81 yards, while Aaron Jones had 93 rushing yards on 14 carries. Minnesota scored 12 points in the 4th quarter against the Lions but didn’t have any red zone attempts.</p><p>In their 31-29 loss to the Lions, the Vikings' defense struggled to stop the run, giving up 144 yards on just 27 attempts, with Detroit gaining 9.9 yards per attempt through the air. They allowed the Lions to convert 40% of their third downs and 247 passing yards, with 88% of their passes completed. Minnesota did have four sacks and won the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials.<p></p>Minnesota's defense gave up a total of 391 yards in the game.</p><h3>Will The Rams Win At Home Over The Vikings?</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the Rams sit 21st in our NFL power rankings and have a 12.3% chance of making the playoffs. They are 2-4 on the season, including a 1-1 record in the division and 1-4 in conference play. After snapping a three-game losing streak with a win over the Raiders in week 7, the Rams are 4th in the NFC West. They are 2-1 at home but have yet to win on the road (0-3).</p> <p>Against the spread, the Rams are 1-5 this season, including three straight ATS losses. They were unable to cover as 7-point favorites vs. the Raiders, winning by 5. Their O/U record is 3-3, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Rams rank 20th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 19 points per game. They also sit 20th in the NFL in yards per game (313.2) and 15th in passing yards per game (212.8) despite ranking 10th in passing attempts. On the ground, they rank 25th in rushing yards per game, with 100.3, on 23rd-ranked rushing attempts. The Rams are 20th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (37.5%) and 15th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Matthew Stafford struggled in week 7, posting a passer rating of 62 after throwing for 154 yards and an interception. Kyren Williams led the team with 76 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, while Tyler Johnson had 4 catches for 57 yards. The Rams scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter and 6 in the 3rd but were held scoreless in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>In their 20-15 win over the Raiders, the Rams' defense was stingy in the passing game, allowing just 195 yards through the air. They picked off three passes and limited Las Vegas to a 47.7% completion rate. Despite giving up 122 rushing yards on 29 attempts, the Rams kept the Raiders out of the endzone and held them to a 20% third-down conversion rate.<p></p>Their defensive front was disruptive, coming away with two sacks and winning the battle in quarterback hits and tackles for loss. The Rams' secondary also did not allow a passing touchdown in the game.</p>

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<p>The Bonnies and Billikens are set to face off at 8:00 ET on PEAC. The Billikens will host the game at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. The odds for this Atlantic 10 conference game currently have Saint Louis as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES VS SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Louis Billikens -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chaifetz Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Not only will Saint Louis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bonnies Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies improved to 13-1 on the season with an 86-66 win over Fordham on Saturday. St. Bonaventure, favored by six points, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 43-30 at halftime, the Bonnies matched their first-half output by scoring 43 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points on 52.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61%, thanks in part to their 47.4% shooting from beyond the arc, where they hit 9 of 19 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 18 shots, good for 83.3%.</p> <p>Melvin Council Jr. led the way with 24 points and 8 assists, shooting 61.1% from the field. Jackie Johnson III added 21 points, hitting 5 of 11 from three-point range. Lajae Jones also made a big impact, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and finishing with 16 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field, hitting 24 of their 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Bonnies' opponents connected on 10 of 27 shots, shooting 37%. St. Bonaventure also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 8, shooting 80%. The Bonnies allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Saint Louis Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Saint Louis improved to 7-6 on the season with a 73-57 win over Saint Joseph's on Friday. The Billikens, playing at home, were -2.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 36-29 at halftime and outscored the Hawks 37-28 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 130 fell under the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Billikens put up 73 points, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 66.7% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.1% from beyond the arc, making 9 of 28 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 71.4%, going 10 for 14.</p> <p>Isaiah Swope led the way with 26 points and 8 assists, shooting 60% overall and 44.4% from three (4/9). Robbie Avila added 21 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 from deep. The Billikens finished with 20 assists as a team and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 57 points, the Billikens allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, including a strong 66% from two-point range, where they went 18/27.</p> <p>Saint Louis did manage to hold their opponent to 32% shooting from beyond the arc, with 9 made threes on 28 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 for 71%.</p>

St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs Saint Louis Billikens NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Ramblers and Explorers face off at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The Explorers are hosting the game at John Glaser Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Loyola Chicago is favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference matchup the against La Salle. The over/under for the game is set at 148 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS LA SALLE EXPLORERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Glaser Arena at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Ramblers Defense Show Up in Philadelphia?</h3><h3>Loyola Chicago Ramblers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-5 on the season after an 84-65 home loss to VCU on Saturday. The Ramblers entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-37 at halftime, Loyola Chicago struggled in the second half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 47.</p><p>Loyola Chicago managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 38.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 24 attempts, and went 15 for 23 from the free-throw line, good for 65.2%.</p> <p>Phillip Russell led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 8 from three-point range and shooting 63.6% overall. Des Watson added 20 points, shooting 53.3% from the field and 44.4% from deep, while Jack Clark contributed 12 points and 11 rebounds, despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Loyola Chicago held their opponent to 38% shooting, they still gave up 84 points. The Ramblers allowed 21 field goals, including 13 two-pointers at a 41% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 8 threes on 24 attempts, shooting 33%. Loyola also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Will the La Salle Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>La Salle's record dropped to 7-6 after an 84-70 loss to Dayton on Tuesday. The Explorers were +16.5 point underdogs going into the game, and while they didn’t pull off the upset, they did manage to cover the spread.</p> <p>After falling behind 36-21 in the first half, La Salle put up 49 points in the second half but also allowed 48 points. The total points for the game ended at 154, going over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>La Salle put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field and 35% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, and they hit 68.4% of their free throws, going 13-for-19 from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Smith led the way with 20 points, 6 assists, and 5 rebounds, shooting 61.5% overall and 50% from deep. Daeshon Shepherd also had a strong performance, scoring 18 points and grabbing 8 rebounds, hitting 70% of his shots.</p><p>La Salle's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 60% of their two-point attempts, with 24 made shots from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, La Salle's defense held their opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 71%.</p>

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<p>Minnesota heads into Monday's matchup vs. the Rays looking for a win and move to 75-62, but they are slight underdogs on the money line (-113). The Rays, on the other hand, are 67-69 and will be starting Zack Littell. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch from Tropicana Field is set for 6:50 PM ET, and BSN will be televising this AL matchup. Simeon Woods Richardson is starting for the Twins, and he will be facing a Rays team that is 4th in the AL East.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -113</p><p>This game will be played at Tropicana Field at 6:50 ET on Monday, September 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TWINS VS RAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rays 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>The Twins's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Blue Jays, closing out their series with a 4-3 win. After allowing one run to the Blue Jays in the top of the first, the Twins responded with three runs of their own. Minnesota went on to add another run in the 7th inning, and Griffin Jax closed things out in the 9th.</p>

<p>Bailey Ober put together a good start for the Twins, going six innings and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. He also issued only three walks and struck out eight Blue Jays batters. Royce Lewis hit a homer for the Twins but went just 1/3. He also scored three runs and issued a walk.</p><p>Minnesota is 74-62 overall and 3rd in the AL Central, 3.5 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. So far, they have gone 28-17 in divisional games. The Twins are just coming off a series win, taking two of three from the Blue Jays.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins have gone 39-30 this season, and they are above .500 at 35-32 on the road. As the favorite, the Twins have gone 58-36 this year, and they are 16-26 as the underdog. Minnesota has been good as the road favorite, putting together a record of 26-13. So far, their overall series record is 25-16-3.</p><p>Minnesota has a run line record of 65-71 this season, with an average run differential of +0.4 runs per game. The Twins have been a better bet on the run line on the road, going 36-31 compared to 29-40 at home. Minnesota has a run line record of 43-51 as the favorite and 22-20 as the underdog.</p><p>The Minnesota Twins are on the road in Tampa Bay, where the over/under line is set at 8 runs. The Twins and their opponents have combined to average 9.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 69-63. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 10-17-4. So far this season, 40.4% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs.</p><p>Simeon Woods Richardson is looking to bounce back from a short outing vs. the Braves, as he got the start and went 4 2/3 innings. He ended up with a no-decision in the outing, giving up four earned runs, three walks, and three home runs. Before that outing, he had picked up the win in two straight starts. Against the Padres on August 21st, he went five innings and gave up just one earned run. His ERA for the season is 3.85, along with a record of 5-3. Woods Richardson has a batting average allowed of .224 and a WHIP of 1.18.</p><p>Over the past seven games, Ryan Jeffers and Carlos Santana have both hit two home runs for the Twins. For Jeffers, this has come while batting .300, and Santana has gone 6/20 (.300) over that stretch. Jeffers comes into the game as the team's leader in home runs, while Santana is 2nd on the team with 18 homers and 57 RBIs.</p>

<p>Collectively, the Twins are 8th in home runs this season and are averaging 4.8 runs per game. This is a team that has been good at avoiding strikeouts and has the league's 6th best OPS at .746. Minnesota is also among the league leaders in slugging percentage and isolated power.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rays will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Padres with a 4-3 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 6th inning before the Padres scored three runs in the top of the 6th. Tampa Bay was the +104 underdog at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Ryan Pepiot got the start for the Rays and took the loss. He only lasted three innings, giving up three earned runs on four hits. The Rays' offense scored their three runs in the 2nd inning. Manuel Rodriguez took the loss out of the bullpen for the Rays.</p><p>Tampa Bay is 67-69 overall, putting them 4th in the AL East, 11.5 games behind the Yankees for the division lead. In the AL Wild Card race, they are 3.5 games behind the Red Sox for the final spot. The Rays dropped two of three games in their most recent series vs. the Padres.</p>

<p>At home, the Rays are 35-36 this season compared to a 32-33 mark on the road. So far, they have gone just 17-23 in divisional matchups. Tampa Bay has dropped two straight games as the underdog and are 33-39 as the underdog overall. As the favorite, the Rays are 34-30 this year, and their overall series record is 21-18-5.</p><p>Despite a run line record of 31-40 at home, the Rays have covered the run line in two straight games at Tropicana Field. Tampa Bay has a run line record of 37-28 on the road, where they have an average run differential of -0.5 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 68-68, with an average run differential of -0.5 runs per game.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays are playing at home against the Minnesota Twins, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Rays games this season is 8.2 runs, and their over/under record is 61-68. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 14-18-1. So far this season, 45 of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, which accounts for 33.1% of their games.</p><p>Tampa Bay is starting Zack Littell today vs. the Twins, and he comes into the game with a record of 5-8 and an ERA of 3.89. Littell has made 24 starts this year and has pitched well at home, with an ERA of 2.86 compared to 6.77 on the road. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going five innings and giving up one earned run vs. the Astros. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Littell's WHIP for the season is 1.31, and he has issued just 1.8 walks per nine innings.</p>
<p>Over the past 10 games, Josh Lowe has been swinging a hot bat for the Rays, going 11/36 with two homers and four RBIs. Junior Caminero has also been a big run producer of late, with seven RBIs in his last 10 games to go along with three homers. For the season, Caminero is batting just .196, and Caminero's 21 homers are the most on the team.</p>

<p>Yandy Diaz has been the Rays' top hitter this season, batting .277 with 12 homers and a team-leading 59 RBIs. The Rays will be looking for their offense to break out of its season-long slump, as they are averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the league. As a team, they are also near the bottom of the league in home runs, batting average, and slugging percentage.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the 9th ranked Chicago Bulls (13-17) will travel to Atlanta to take on the 7th ranked Hawks (15-15). The Hawks are favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>CHSN will broadcast the game from State Farm Arena.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-122 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulls Ready for a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>Chicago’s season record dropped to 13-17 after a 112-91 loss to the Bucks on Monday. The Bulls, who were -2.5 point favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Milwaukee took control early with a 12-0 run, stretching the score from 11-10 to 23-10. Chicago’s best quarter was the 2nd, where they edged the Bucks 28-26, but they couldn’t close the gap after trailing 92-72 going into the 4th.</p><p>In their 112-91 loss to the Bucks, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 40% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 20.8% clip. Nikola Vucevic led the way with 17 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 8 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>Zach LaVine and Jalen Smith each added 14 points, with LaVine scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter. Smith contributed 10 of his points in the 2nd period, while Patrick Williams finished with 13 points, scoring 5 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 33 points in each, as they allowed the Bucks to score 112 points in the game. Chicago did manage to tighten things up in the 4th quarter, holding Milwaukee to 20 points.</p> <p>The Bulls had trouble defending the three, with the Bucks hitting 18 threes at a 41% clip. Chicago sent Milwaukee to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. The Bulls finished with 37 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, while adding 9 steals.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>With a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves on Monday, the Hawks evened their season record at 15-15. Atlanta, +3 point underdogs heading into the game, covered the spread with a +13 point victory. The total score of 221 points came in just under the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Atlanta started strong, going on a 12-0 run early and leading 35-19 after the 1st quarter. However, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. After an even 3rd quarter (30-30), Atlanta clamped down in the 4th, holding the Timberwolves to 19 points while scoring 35 of their own to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Timberwolves, the Hawks shot 53.4% from the field and hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. Trae Young led the way with 29 points and 7 assists, while Garrison Mathews added 25 points, knocking down 7 threes at 87.5% shooting.</p> <p>Young scored 12 of his points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th. Mathews also came up big in the final period, scoring 10 points, while De'Andre Hunter added 9 of his 19 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Hawks' defense came up big in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing just 19 points in each, to help secure a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves. Despite a rough 2nd quarter, where they gave up 36 points, Atlanta held Minnesota to 42% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hawks limited the Timberwolves to 14 made threes on 32% shooting. They also sent Minnesota to the line just 13 times, where they made 12. Defensively, Atlanta recorded 15 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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