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<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Vandals face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Vandals are hosting the game at ICCU Arena in Moscow, ID. Montana State is favored by -1.5 in this Big Sky conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>MONTANA STATE BOBCATS VS IDAHO VANDALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at ICCU Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Vandals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Montana State Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>Montana State Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Montana State fell to 4-8 on the season after a tough 82-48 road loss to TCU on Sunday, December 22nd. The Bobcats entered the game as +10.5 underdogs but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, falling short of the 139.5 over/under line.</p> <p>Montana State trailed 42-25 at halftime and struggled to find their footing in the second half, scoring just 23 points while allowing 40.</p><p>Montana State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 48 points while shooting 35.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they connected on only 5 of 26 three-point attempts, shooting 19.2% from beyond the arc. The Bobcats also had a tough time at the free-throw line, hitting just 5 of 9 attempts for 55.6%.</p> <p>Max Agbonkpolo led the way with 18 points, shooting 58.3% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Noah Reynolds added 15 points, although he shot just 20% overall and missed both of his three-point attempts. Trazarien White contributed 13 points, hitting 3 of 8 threes, while Vasean Allette finished with 11 points and 4 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Montana State holding their opponent to 40% shooting from the field, they still gave up 82 points. The Bobcats allowed 16 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Montana State's defense conceded 8 threes on 23 attempts, with their opponent shooting 34%. The Bobcats also sent them to the line 29 times, where they hit 26 free throws, an 89% success rate.</p><h3>Can Idaho Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Idaho Vandals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Idaho improved to 3-8 on the season with a 95-72 road win over Pacific on Saturday, December 21st. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, the Vandals not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Idaho led 47-31 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points reached 167, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p><p>Idaho's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points on 58.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.8%, thanks in part to their 75.9% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Vandals hit 44.1% of their threes, connecting on 15 of 34 attempts.</p> <p>Kolton Mitchell led the way with 32 points, hitting 6 of 10 from deep and shooting 70.6% overall. Idaho also got strong performances from Kristian Gonzalez, who added 20 points, and Elias Ralph, who chipped in 18. The Vandals finished with 24 assists as a team, with Mitchell and Lamar Washington each dishing out 6.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, Idaho allowed 16 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Idaho's opponents hit 11 of 29 shots, shooting 37%. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 7 free throws, shooting 77%. Idaho allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<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>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Predators versus the Lightning? The puck drops at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Lightning are favored by -1.5 vs. the Predators in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, October 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Lightning coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>The Lightning should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Nashville Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Predators improved to 3-5-0 with a 4-3 overtime win against the Blue Jackets. Nashville trailed 2-0 before Filip Forsberg scored at 9:20 in the second period, starting their comeback.</p> 

<p>Nashville was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark.</p><p>Nashville fired 33 shots on goal in their 4-3 overtime win against Columbus. Four different players found the net, with Cole Smith scoring his first goal of the season and Jonathan Marchessault netting his second, including the game-winner in overtime.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg opened the scoring for the Predators, marking his fourth goal of the season. Brady Skjei added his second assist of the game on Marchessault's OT winner, bringing his season total to two assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Predators will look to improve after allowing the first two goals and another early in the 3rd period. Scott Wedgewood finished with 25 saves and an 89.3% save percentage. The Predators' defense also tallied 8 takeaways and 39 hits.</p><h3>Can Tampa Bay Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Tampa Bay improved to 5-3-0 with a 3-0 win over the Capitals. The Lightning covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score falling well short of that mark.</p>

<p>All three of Tampa Bay’s goals came from different players, with Mitchell Chaffee opening the scoring at 14:33 in the second period. The Lightning’s defense held Washington scoreless, with Andrei Vasilevskiy stopping all 32 shots he faced.</p><p>Tampa Bay's offense took 21 shots on goal, resulting in a 3-0 win over Washington. Mitchell Chaffee scored his second goal of the season, while Brayden Point netted his fifth. Conor Geekie added his second goal, which came at the 16:50 mark in the third period.</p> <p>Anthony Cirelli picked up his 10th assist on Geekie's goal, and Nikita Kucherov earned his sixth assist on Point's goal. The Lightning recorded 14 giveaways but did not score on the power play.</p><p>Andrei Vasilevskiy recorded 32 saves with a 100% save percentage, leading the Lightning to a 3-0 victory over the Capitals. Tampa Bay's defense also contributed 7 takeaways and 12 hits.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 10/28/24

<p>From Fenway Park in Boston, we have the White Sox and Red Sox facing off in an AL matchup. First pitch for Friday's matchup is set for 7:10 PM ET. NESN is carrying this one on TV, and the Red Sox are the heavy money line favorite, with their odds sitting at -273. The White Sox are +226 on the money line, and they will be looking to pull off the upset with a record of 32-109. Chicago is 5th in the AL Central, and Boston is 3rd in the AL East.</p>

<p>The forecast for Friday's matchup calls for cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-70s. Nick Pivetta is set to start for the Red Sox, while the White Sox are going with Davis Martin. Boston comes in with a record of 70-70 and has lost five straight. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Fenway Park at 7:10 ET on Friday, September 6th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE WHITE SOX VS RED SOX:</h3><ul><li>We have the Red Sox winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the White Sox 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>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Nicky Lopez and the White Sox are coming off a big 8-1 win over the Orioles to close out their series. Chicago was the +297 underdog on the money line going into this matchup. It was a three-run 1st inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Orioles could only score one run, which came in the bottom of the first.</p>

<p>Jonathan Cannon got the start for the White Sox, going 5 2/3 innings, and picked up the win. He only gave up one run on five hits and issued just one walk. The White Sox's offense was carried by Nicky Lopez, who went 3/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Chicago heads into today's road matchup vs. the Red Sox with the worst record in the AL at 32-109. They are also 48.5 games behind in the AL Central and are just 8-38 against other teams in their division. The White Sox have dropped nine straight series and are just 6-38-2 in series this year.</p>

<p>At home, the White Sox are only 18-54 while going 14-55 on the road. They have really struggled as the underdog this year, going 27-106 compared to 5-3 as the favorite. So far, they have dropped 9 of 10 and lost their most recent series vs. the Orioles.</p><p>The White Sox have a run line record of 57-84 this season, including a mark of 29-43 at home and 28-41 on the road. They have been the underdog in 133 of their 141 games, going 52-81 in those contests. Their average run differential this season is -2.1 runs per game.</p><p>Today's over/under line for the Chicago White Sox game against the Boston Red Sox is set at 8.5 runs. The White Sox have played in 33 games this season with over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, and their record in those games is 17-21. Overall, the White Sox have played in 133 games this season, and the average combined run total in those games is 8.3 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Davis Martin is still looking for his first win of the season, as he comes into the game with a record of 0-3 and ERA of 3.62. Martin has made six starts and one of them was a quality start. In his most recent outing, he took the loss, giving up four earned runs in five innings of work. Looking back over his last four outings, Martin has given up at least two homers in three of them. Opponents are batting .244 off Martin this season. His ERA at home is 3.49 compared to 4.66 on the road.</p><p>Chicago's offense has been one of the worst in the league this season, as they are last in home runs and are averaging just 3.1 runs per game. This is also the worst mark in the league. The White Sox are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS. As a team, they are batting just .220.</p>

<p>Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi are the team's top home run hitters this season, but both are batting under .240 for the season. Benintendi has been better of late, hitting .290 over his last 10 games. Paul DeJong and Martín Maldonado are both on five-game hitting streaks.</p><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>The Red Sox will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Mets with an 8-3 loss. Boston was actually the slight favorite on the money line going into the game but fell behind big early, as the Mets scored four times in the first.</p>

<p>Tanner Houck took the loss, going five innings and giving up four earned runs on five hits. He also issued three walks and hit a batter. The Red Sox's offense scored their only three runs in the 3rd inning. Jarren Duran, Enmanuel Valdez, and Connor Wong each had two hits. Duran also scored a run and drove in one.</p><p>Boston kicks off their series vs. the White Sox having dropped five straight games, and they are currently at .500 with a record of 70-70. In the AL East, they are in 3rd place, 10.5 games behind the Orioles. Their division record is 18-18 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Red Sox are 31-38 this year and 39-32 on the road. As the favorite, Boston has gone 37-31 and 33-39 as the underdog. The Red Sox's overall series record is 21-18-6, but they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Red Sox, it's been better to take them on the road, where they are 40-31. They have a run line record of 24-45 at home, where they have a run differential of -0.7 runs per game. They are 24-44 against the run line as the favorite, and 40-32 as the underdog.</p><p>When the Boston Red Sox play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, which is lower than their season average of 9 runs per game. This season, the over/under record in games with an 8.5 line is 24-14, and the over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Nick Pivetta gets the start for the Red Sox today as he faces the White Sox at home. Pivetta has made 21 starts this season and has a record of 5-10 with an ERA of 4.53. Looking at his overall numbers, Pivetta has a WHIP of 1.13 and has allowed a total of 24 home runs. In his last outing, Pivetta took the loss, giving up two earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had given up at least three earned runs in three straight starts. Pivetta has made 13 appearances on the road, coming away with a record of 3-5 and an ERA of 5.32. At home, his record is 2-5 with a 5.86 ERA.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Red Sox are 5th in team batting average (.256), and they are also one of the top home run hitting teams in the league, sitting 7th in the league in homers. Overall, they are averaging 4.7 runs per game, which is 11th in the league. One thing that has really helped their offense is that they are the league's best team in terms of BABIP.</p>

<p>Jarren Duran has been hot of late, going 14/39 in his last 10 games with three homers. For the season, he is batting .294 and is 2nd on the team with 72 RBIs. Rafael Devers has been the team's top power threat, with 28 homers and 81 RBIs. Devers is also batting .277 for the season.</p>

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