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<p>The Golden Griffins and Ramblers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ramblers will host the game at Joseph J. Gentile Arena in Chicago, IL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Loyola Chicago as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Joseph J. Gentile Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Ramblers.</li><li>Even though we have Loyola Chicago winning straight-up, we like Canisius at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Griffins Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Canisius dropped to 0-11 on the season after an 84-79 loss to Maine on Saturday. The Golden Griffins were +8 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 163, well over the pre-game O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>Canisius trailed 44-35 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, outscoring Maine 44-40. Despite the loss, the Golden Griffins’ ability to keep the game closer than expected might be a small positive for the struggling team.</p><p>Canisius put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 12 of 14 for 85.7%.</p> <p>Jasman Sangha led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.3% overall and 66.7% from three. Paul McMillan IV added 22 points and 6 assists, while Kellen Tynes was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots, including 1 three, and dishing out 9 assists.</p><p>Canisius struggled defensively, giving up 84 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Golden Griffins couldn’t contain the two-point attack, where they allowed 20 makes on 33 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Canisius gave up 9 threes on 21 attempts, with their opponent shooting 42%. They also sent them to the line 14 times, where they hit 12 free throws, an 85% clip. Canisius did limit second chances, allowing just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Ramblers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago fell to 7-1 on the season after a 76-66 home loss to San Francisco on Sunday. The Ramblers entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 142, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 136.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago led 28-24 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 52 points while scoring 38.</p><p>Loyola Chicago struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 29.2% from three-point range, finishing with 66 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, and they hit only 46.9% of their free throws, going 15-for-32 from the line.</p> <p>Malik Thomas was the standout performer, scoring 35 points on 11-of-16 shooting, including 2-of-4 from deep. He also added 4 rebounds and 3 assists. Des Watson contributed 14 points, hitting 3-of-8 from beyond the arc, while Francis Nwaokorie and Ryan Beasley each knocked down 2 threes, with Beasley going 2-for-2 from downtown.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Loyola Chicago allowed 76 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 37% from the field. The Ramblers held them to 42% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made 15 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Chicago's defense limited their opponents to 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 15, shooting 46%. The Ramblers gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors (7-23) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (20-10) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 11.5 points and have a moneyline of -624.</p>

<p>TSN will have the TV coverage for this game, which is set to take place at FedExForum. The over/under line is currently sitting at 238.5 points.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Toronto?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 7-23 on the season after a 139-125 road loss to the Knicks on Monday. Toronto entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 14. The total score of 264 points exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 36.5 points.</p> <p>The Knicks took control with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 37-34 to 47-34. They outscored the Raptors 40-24 in the 2nd quarter and 41-30 in the 3rd. Toronto made a push in the 4th, outscoring New York 43-28, but it was too late as they entered the final quarter trailing 111-82.</p><p>In their 139-125 loss to the Knicks, the Raptors shot 54.5% from the field and hit 39.3% from deep, making 11 threes. Scottie Barnes led the way with 24 points and 8 assists, while RJ Barrett added 23 points and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Chris Boucher made 4 threes at an 80% clip, finishing with 16 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter. Gradey Dick and Ja'Kobe Walter also contributed 16 points, with Walter scoring 6 in the final period.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively against the Knicks, giving up 139 points on 59% shooting. Toronto allowed 30 points in the 1st quarter, 40 in the 2nd, and 41 in the 3rd before holding New York to 28 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Toronto also had trouble defending the three, as the Knicks hit 17 threes at a 45% clip. The Raptors sent New York to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws. Defensively, Toronto recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Grizzlies?</h3><p>Memphis dropped to 20-10 on the season following a 114-110 loss to the Clippers on Monday. The Grizzlies were favored by six points at home but failed to cover the spread, losing outright. The total points for the game came in at 224, falling short of the 230.5-point line.</p> <p>Memphis led 58-51 at halftime, but the Clippers went on an 11-0 run, extending their lead to 77-61. The Grizzlies battled back to trail 91-90 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Clippers outscored them 23-20 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 24 points in their 114-110 loss to the Clippers, scoring 12 in the opening quarter. Ja Morant added 23 points, with 8 coming in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Desmond Bane contributed 21 points, including 5 in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Memphis hit 16 threes at a 38.1% rate, but struggled overall from the field, shooting just 38.4%. Bane connected on 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep, while Morant made 2 threes at 25%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, where they allowed just 23 points each, the Grizzlies couldn’t overcome a 40-point 3rd quarter from the Clippers, leading to a 114-110 loss. Memphis did well in limiting Los Angeles from beyond the arc, holding them to 9 made threes on 33% shooting.</p> <p>The Grizzlies sent the Clippers to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Memphis grabbed 37 defensive rebounds but gave up 15 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 3:30 ET, UTEP and Nebraska will face off at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, NE. The game will be broadcast on FOX, and the over/under line is currently set at 48.5 points. Nebraska is the heavy favorite with a -27.5 point spread. This will be the first game of the season for both teams.</p><h3>UTEP MINERS VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nebraska Cornhuskers -27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Stadium (Lincoln, NE) at 3:30 ET on Saturday, August 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Nebraska Cornhuskers winning this one by a score of 43 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Nebraska Cornhuskers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -27.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UTEP Miners Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>UTEP is currently 111th in our pre-season power rankings, with a 57.4% chance of being bowl-eligible this season. Last year, the Miners finished with a 3-9 record, going 0-3 in games where they were favored and 3-6 as the underdog. They struggled at home, finishing 1-5, but were slightly better on the road, ending with a 2-4 record.</p><p></p><p>Heading into this season, UTEP has an 11.9% chance of winning the Conference USA title, with the futures market placing them at +5800 to win the conference and +1400 to make it to the Conference USA Championship game, ranking them 7th out of the 10 teams in the conference.</p><p>UTEP's passing game last season was led by Cade McConnell, who threw for 1,437 yards and six touchdowns, finishing with a passer rating of 83.4. However, the Miners' passing attack ranked 83rd in the nation, averaging 217.7 yards per game. Overall, UTEP averaged 19.9 points per game, placing them 95th in the country. Their struggles on third down were a major issue, as they converted only 32.9% of their third down chances (109th).</p><p></p><p>In the running game, UTEP averaged 144.3 yards per game, ranking 87th nationally. Their top returning running back, Ezell Jolly, finished with 53 yards last season. The Miners also added Corey Wren from TCU to their backfield. In the receiving corps, Emari White is the top returning receiver, and they have also brought in Jaden Smith from Eastern Kentucky.</p><p>Last season, UTEP's defense was better against the pass, ranking 35th in passing yards allowed per game (184.7). However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 203 rushing yards per game, which placed them 160th in the nation. Overall, the Miners allowed 28.5 points per game, putting them 58th in the country. They did have success limiting passing yards, but their run defense will need to improve for the upcoming season.</p><h3>Are The Nebraska Cornhuskers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Nebraska is 41st in our pre-season power rankings, with a 69.3% chance of being bowl-eligible this season. However, their chances of winning the Big Ten are slim, with just a 0.6% chance according to our rankings. In the futures market, they are listed at +4666 to win the Big Ten, with an implied probability of 2%, which is 7th out of the 18 teams in the conference.</p><p></p><p>Last season, Nebraska finished with a 5-7 overall record. They were 3-3 as underdogs and 2-3 as favorites. The Cornhuskers were 4-3 at home and 1-4 on the road. Despite their losing record, they are just outside the top 40 in our pre-season rankings.</p><p>Nebraska's passing game was a significant weakness last season, as they ranked 122nd in passing yards per game with just 135.9. Their overall offensive performance was lackluster, averaging only 18 points per game (98th). The Cornhuskers were also 57th in rushing yards per game, averaging 178.8 yards per contest.</p><p></p><p>Heinrich Haarberg, who threw for 967 yards and seven touchdowns last season, is the top returning quarterback for the Cornhuskers. In the backfield, Emmett Johnson, who rushed for 411 yards last season, is their top returning running back. Nebraska also added Dante Dowdell from Oregon to bolster their running game. In the receiving corps, Jahmal Banks, who had 653 receiving yards last season, joins the team, and Jaylen Lloyd is the top returning receiver with 237 yards from last season.</p><p>Nebraska's defense was strong against the run last season, allowing just 93.5 rushing yards per game, the 14th best mark in the nation. Overall, they gave up 18.2 points per game, which ranked 7th nationally. However, their pass defense was not as effective, ranking 65th in passing yards allowed. Despite this, the Cornhuskers were solid in limiting big plays, giving up just 6.2 yards per pass attempt (18th).</p>

UTEP Miners vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Betting Pick & Prediction 8/31/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Houston Rockets (-310) will take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+251) in a Western Southwest Division matchup. The Rockets are currently favored by 7.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 220.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The Rockets are currently on a three-game win streak and have a record of 20-9, which is good for second place in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Pelicans have lost seven straight and have a record of 5-25, which is the worst in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-113 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 114-101 win over the Hornets on Monday, the Rockets improved to 20-9 this season. Houston, favored by 6 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 215 points fell short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>A 14-0 run helped the Rockets take control early, as they held Charlotte to just 31 points in the first half. Though the Hornets outscored Houston 70-52 in the second half, the Rockets’ big lead allowed them to coast to victory.</p><p>Jabari Smith Jr. led the Rockets with 21 points and 11 rebounds in their win over the Hornets, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40% efficiency. Fred VanVleet added 20 points, 6 assists, and 3 made threes, also shooting 50% overall. Amen Thompson contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 50% of his shots.</p> <p>As a team, the Rockets shot 43.4% from the field and made 13 threes at a 31% clip. VanVleet scored 12 of his 20 points in the opening quarter, while Smith and Thompson each added 8 points in the 3rd. Cam Whitmore also scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, finishing with 17 points in the game.</p><p>The Rockets’ defense was dominant in the 1st half, giving up just 15 points in the 1st quarter and 16 in the 2nd, helping them to a win despite a rough 2nd half. Overall, they held the Hornets to 101 points on 41% shooting.</p> <p>Houston did a great job defending the three, allowing just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Hornets to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Rockets finished with 39 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and added 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Pelicans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>New Orleans dropped to 5-25 on the season after a 132-129 loss to the Nuggets on Sunday. The Pelicans were +8.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 261 exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 29.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans led 93-81 going into the 4th quarter after winning each of the first three quarters (29-28, 38-31, 26-22), but the Nuggets outscored them 38-26 in the final period to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 132-129 loss to the Nuggets, the Pelicans shot 46.3% from the field and made 12 threes at a 30% clip. Jordan Hawkins led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 threes at 38.5%, while CJ McCollum added 24 points and 9 assists, connecting on 4 threes at 40%.</p> <p>Yves Missi contributed 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Hawkins scored 8 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, while McCollum added 9 in the 2nd and 6 more in the 4th, plus 2 in overtime.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive showing in the 3rd quarter, the Pelicans couldn’t contain the Nuggets in the 4th, giving up 38 points in a 132-129 loss. Overall, New Orleans allowed Denver to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Pelicans did well in limiting the Nuggets’ three-point shooting, holding them to 30% from beyond the arc with just 10 made threes. New Orleans also came up with 16 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p>

Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Bruins and Bulldogs are set to face off at 4:00 ET on FOX. The Bulldogs will host the game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Gonzaga is favored by -4.5 at home against UCLA.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS GONZAGA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gonzaga Bulldogs -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GONZAGA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Gonzaga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bruins Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>UCLA’s season record now stands at 10-2 after a narrow 76-74 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Bruins, who were favored by 1.5 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>UCLA led 40-32 at halftime but struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 44 points while scoring 34. This home loss marks a setback for the Bruins as they look to regroup moving forward.</p><p>UCLA's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 18 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.6%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 59.1% of their 22 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler Bilodeau led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 64.3% overall. Ian Jackson added 24 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Sebastian Mack contributed 22 points, connecting on 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who hit 9 of 18 attempts, shooting 50%. The opposing team also went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 13 of those for a 59% success rate. UCLA gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Win at Intuit Dome?</h3><p>Gonzaga improved to 9-3 on the season with an 86-65 home win over Bucknell on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being heavy -34 favorites, the Bulldogs didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 151 fell short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 38-27 at halftime, Gonzaga scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. Though they secured the win, the Bulldogs didn’t meet expectations as they allowed Bucknell to keep the game closer than anticipated.</p><p>Gonzaga put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 47.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They hit 61.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.3% from beyond the arc, making 12 threes in the game.</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 21 assists and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Graham Ike led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field. Nolan Hickman and Josh Bascoe each added 14 points, with Hickman hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Gonzaga's defense gave up 65 points, with their opponent shooting 47% from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 34 field goals on 71 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Gonzaga's defense struggled, giving up 22 two-point field goals on 36 attempts (61%). From three-point range, their opponent hit 12 of 35 shots (34%).</p>

UCLA Bruins vs Gonzaga Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (-131) will host the Utah Jazz (+111) in a Northwest Division matchup. The Trail Blazers are favored by 1.5 points and the over/under line is set at 228.5.</p>

<p>Portland (9-20) has lost two straight and is 13th in the Western Conference. Utah (7-21) is 14th in the West and 5th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-137 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jazz Grab a Win in Portland?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-21 on the season after a 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Utah entered the game as +14 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 237.5 exceeded the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>Utah stayed competitive throughout, trailing 29-27 after the 1st quarter and 31-29 after the 2nd. Cleveland pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 39-32, and both teams scored 25 points in the 4th.</p><p>In their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers, the Jazz connected on 19 threes, shooting 43.2% from beyond the arc. However, their overall field goal percentage was just 41.3%.</p> <p>Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 27 points, while Lauri Markkanen added 26, hitting 6 threes. Collin Sexton contributed 24 points, scoring 8 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Jazz struggled defensively in the 3rd quarter, giving up 39 points, which contributed to their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers. Overall, Utah allowed Cleveland to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. The Jazz sent Cleveland to the line 23 times, where they made 18 free throws. Utah finished with 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Portland fell to 9-20 on the season after a 132-108 road loss to the Mavericks on Monday. The Blazers entered the game as +13 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 240 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5 by 9.5 points.</p> <p>Portland started strong, leading 31-28 after the 1st quarter, but were outscored 34-22 in the 2nd and 40-23 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter down 102-76 and edged Dallas 32-30 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-108 loss to the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 27.6% clip. Overall, they shot 46.2% from the field.</p> <p>Deni Avdija led the Blazers with 19 points, while Deandre Ayton added 16, 10 of which came in the 2nd quarter. Jabari Walker scored all 13 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Trail Blazers struggled defensively against the Mavericks, giving up 132 points on 53% shooting. Portland allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, 34 in the 2nd, and 40 in the 3rd before holding Dallas to 30 points in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 12 threes at a 33% clip. Dallas also went to the line 34 times, making 24 free throws. Portland gave up 13 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 1 block.</p>

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-216) will host the Detroit Pistons (+181) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 5.5 points and have dropped four straight games. The Pistons (+5.5) have won two in a row and are 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 227 points.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-128 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Detroit Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17 this season with a 117-114 win over the Lakers on Monday. The Pistons, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 231 exceeded the over/under line of 222.</p> <p>Detroit went on a key 14-0 run, extending their lead from 32-27 to 46-27. Though the Lakers fought back, the Pistons edged them out in the 4th quarter, winning the final period 24-22.</p><p>Malik Beasley hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 21 points to lead the Pistons to a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Ivey contributed 18 points, shooting 53.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons shot 51.1% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Beasley scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and Cade added 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Overall, Detroit gave up 114 points, with 32 points allowed in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Lakers’ shooting, as Los Angeles hit 54% of their shots, including 14 threes at a 46% clip. Detroit also sent the Lakers to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Pistons finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-17 on the season after a 122-95 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 217 points fell short of the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>After a close first half, the Pacers pulled away by outscoring the Kings 35-26 in the 3rd quarter. Sacramento managed just 17 points in the 4th while allowing 35, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In Sunday's 122-95 loss to the Pacers, the Kings struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was also below average, hitting 31.6% with 12 made threes.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 23 points and 7 assists, though he shot 36.8% from the field and made 2 threes at 33.3%. Domantas Sabonis contributed 17 points and 21 rebounds, shooting 36.4%, while Malik Monk added 14 points, hitting 2 threes at 22.2%.</p><p>The Kings held the Pacers to 21 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively the rest of the way, giving up 31 points in the 2nd and 35 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 122-95 loss. Sacramento allowed Indiana to shoot 58% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Kings sent Indiana to the line just 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Sacramento finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

<p>At 2:10 from Target Field in Minneapolis, we have an American League matchup between the Red Sox and Twins. The Twins are sending Pablo Lopez to the mound up against Brennan Bernardino for the Red Sox. Coming into the game, the Twins are 18-13, while the Red Sox are 18-15.</p>

<p>Minnesota is at home and is the favorite, with money line odds of -178, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs. Looking at the forecast, there figures to be moderate rain in the area.</p><h3>BOSTON RED SOX VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Red Sox Moneyline +148</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 2:10 ET on Saturday, May 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RED SOX VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Red Sox winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Red 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><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Twins vs Red Sox series. Minnesota went into the matchup as slight favorites at -118 and squeaked out a 5-2 win. Both teams scored one run in the first inning, and the Red Sox could only muster one more run in the 7th inning. As for the Twins, they scored the game's go-ahead run in the 5th and tacked on two insurance runs in the 6th.</p>

<p>Chris Paddack got the win for the Twins, going six innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued a season-high seven walks. Jhoan Duran got the save. Tanner Houck had a rough outing for the Red Sox, taking the loss after going six innings and giving up four earned runs.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers went 2/3 with two RBIs for the Red Sox, but it wasn't enough. Willi Castro and Edouard Julien each had two RBIs for the Twins' offense.</p><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Boston is on the road today vs. the Twins, having lost two straight games. The Red Sox are 3rd in the AL East, 3.5 games behind the Orioles for the division lead. So far, they are 0-3 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Red Sox have gone 9-5 this year and 9-10 as the underdog. On the road, they are 11-6 overall compared to 7-9 at home. Boston's overall record is 18-15, and they have won two straight series and are 6-3-1 in series this year.</p><p>The Red Sox have been a solid run line bet this season, going 18-15 overall. They are 12-5 vs. the run line on the road, where they are outscoring opponents by an average of 2.4 runs per game. They are just 6-10 vs. the run line at home, where they have a negative run differential. As an underdog, they are 13-6 vs. the run line, compared to 5-9 as the favorite. They have covered the run line in two straight road games.</p><p>The Boston Red Sox have an over/under record of 13-17 this season, with an average combined run average of 8.1 runs per game. Their over/under record when the line is set at 7.5 runs is 3-6, and they have hit the under in four straight games. The Red Sox have played in 72.7% of their games with over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs this season, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs.</p><p>Brennan Bernardino is getting the start for the Red Sox today and has made just one start this season. In that outing, he went 1 1/3 innings and didn't give up a run. He finished with a no-decision in that appearance. For the season, Bernardino has made 10 appearances out of the bullpen and has a record of 0-1 with a .73 ERA. Opponents are batting just .103 off the right-hander this season. So far, he has not allowed a home run. Bernardino has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings.</p><p>Over the past nine games, Rafael Devers has been on fire for the Red Sox, going 15/32 (.469) with six runs scored and five RBIs. Devers also has a current nine-game hitting streak. Tyler O'Neill has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/37 in his last nine games, with two homers and five RBIs. O'Neill's nine homers this season is 2nd in the league and leads the Red Sox.</p>

<p>As a team, the Red Sox are 13th in the league in scoring at 4.6 runs per game. They have been a good home run-hitting team this season and have a collective batting average of .245. Overall, they are 7th in team OPS and have the 7th best on-base percentage in the league. Currently, they have three players with at least 10 RBIs, led by Ceddanne Rafaela, who has 17 RBIs but is hitting just .195.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota is hosting the Red Sox today with an overall record of 18-13, and they have won 11 straight games. In the AL Central, they are 1.5 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. So far, they have gone 12-7 against other teams in the AL Central.</p>

<p>As the Twins have been favored in 21 of their games, they have gone 16-5 in those matchups. As for the games they were the underdog in, they are just 2-8. At home, the Twins have won five straight, and they are 6-4 as the home favorite this year. Minnesota's overall series record is 4-4-2, and they have won three straight series overall and two straight on the road.</p><p>Minnesota has been a solid run line bet this season, going 16-15 overall. They have been particularly good on the road, where they are 11-7 vs. the run line. They have covered the run line in their last three home games, and they have been the favorite in 21 of their 31 games this season.</p><p>Minnesota's over/under record for the season is 15-15, with an average over/under line of 8 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs, the Twins have gone under in 3 of 5 games. Their games have averaged 9 runs per game this season, and their over/under record for the season is 15-15.</p><p>Pablo López has made two home starts this year and has a record of 0-1 at home. His ERA at home is 5.76. Overall, he is 2-2 with a 4.83 ERA. The right-hander has made two quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he gave up four earned runs in five innings of work. In that outing, he gave up one homer. López has allowed at least one homer in three of his last four outings. His WHIP for the season is 1.04, and he is averaging 10.52 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>As a team, the Twins are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 8th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.4 runs per contest. Minnesota's 32 home runs is 11th in the league, and they also have the 3rd best Isolated Power (ISO) in the league. So far, they have been a good team at avoiding strikeouts, but their team batting average of .239 is just 12th in the league.</p>

<p>Willi Castro has been hot of late, going 10/20 in his last five games, but he has yet to go deep this season. Edouard Julien has gone deep seven times, which is 4th in the league, but he is batting just .222 for the season. Ryan Jeffers has been the team's top power threat so far, as his five homers is 2nd on the team and 6th in the league. Jeffers also leads the Twins with 21 RBIs.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Redbirds and Big Red face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Big Red are hosting the game at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Cornell is favored by -6.5 at home against Illinois State.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cornell Big Red -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CORNELL BIG RED:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Not only will Cornell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redbirds Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Illinois State improved to 6-4 on the season with an 81-60 home win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, December 18th. The Redbirds were -14 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 141 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Illinois State led 36-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Huskies 45-32.</p><p>Illinois State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.3%, with a 55.6% success rate on two-point attempts and 78.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Quentin Jones led the way with 27 points, despite shooting just 1-of-6 from three. Dalton Banks added 17 points on 8-of-10 shooting, and Chase Walker contributed 15 points, hitting 5-of-6 from the field. Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each connected on 4 threes, with Kinziger also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 30 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 24 shots, shooting 41%. Illinois State also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Redbirds allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornell Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Cornell improved to 6-3 on the season with an 88-80 road win over Cal on Tuesday. Entering the game as +9 point underdogs, the Big Red not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 168, just over the O/U line of 166.5.</p> <p>Cornell took control early, leading 47-29 at halftime. While they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 41 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Cornell put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, thanks to hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.1% of their threes.</p> <p>Joshua Ola-Joseph and Cooper Noard each contributed 21 points, with Ola-Joseph hitting 5 of 7 threes. AK Okereke led the team with 24 points, while Mady Sissoko was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6.</p><p>Even with Cornell giving up 80 points, their defense held the opposing team to 43% shooting from the field. The Big Red allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 16 of 31 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cornell's defense saw the opposition make 12 of 33 attempts, good for 36%. The other team also shot 75% from the free-throw line, converting 12 of 16 attempts. Cornell allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Colonels versus the Cardinals? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CW. The game will be played at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Louisville is favored by -19.5 against Eastern Kentucky in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS VS LOUISVILLE CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Kentucky Colonels +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at KFC Yum! Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Even though we have Louisville winning straight-up, we like Eastern Kentucky at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Colonels Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Eastern Kentucky Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Eastern Kentucky dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 91-80 home loss to Jacksonville State on Saturday. The Colonels entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>The game was tied 33-33 at halftime, but Eastern Kentucky allowed 58 points in the 2nd half while scoring 47. The total points of 171 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's offense put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 39.4% from the field and 23.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.1%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 89.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Devontae Blanton led the way with 36 points, shooting 50% overall, while Jaron Pierre Jr. added 22 points on 53.3% shooting. The Colonels grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists as a team.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's defense gave up 91 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 39% from the field on 28 of 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Colonels allowed 51% shooting, with their opponent hitting 21 of 41 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Eastern Kentucky held their opponent to 23% shooting, as they made just 7 of 30 attempts. However, their opponent was efficient from the free-throw line, converting 17 of 19 free throws for 89%. The Colonels also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cardinals Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Louisville improved to 7-5 on the season with a 90-76 win over Florida State on Saturday. The Cardinals entered the game as +1 underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Louisville led 36-34 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 54 points in the second half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 166 went over the pre-game line of 152.5.</p><p>Louisville's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 90 points with a 50.9% field goal percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 65.5%. They hit 15 threes at a 51.7% rate, while shooting 82.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Reyne Smith led the way with 27 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep. Jamir Watkins added 25 points, also shooting 66.7% from three. Terrence Edwards contributed 19 points and 8 assists, while Chucky Hepburn also dished out 8 assists.</p><p>Louisville's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 of 35 shots from two-point range, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cardinals allowed 8 three-pointers on 20 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs Louisville Cardinals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Rebels and Tigers game? Catch the action at FedExForum in Memphis, TN, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Memphis is favored by -1.5 against Ole Miss in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OLE MISS REBELS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Rebels Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Ole Miss improved to 11-1 on the season with an 80-62 win over Queens (NC) on Saturday. The Rebels were -27.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, falling short of the 152-point over/under line.</p> <p>Leading 38-33 at halftime, Ole Miss stepped up in the 2nd half, outscoring Queens 42-29 to secure the win. While they didn’t cover the spread, the Rebels’ strong 2nd half was key to their victory.</p><p>In their latest game, Ole Miss put up 80 points, shooting 47.7% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 63.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 25.9% of their threes.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 25 points, shooting 64.3% overall. Maban Jabriel added 15 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Chris Ashby connected on 4 threes, finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Even though Ole Miss gave up 62 points, they struggled to contain the opposing team's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 63% from inside the arc on 24/38 shooting. However, the Rebels did a better job defending the three-point line, where the other team managed just 7/27 for 25%.</p> <p>Ole Miss sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 of those attempts for 78%. The Rebels also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Memphis dropped to 9-3 on the season after a 79-66 home loss to Mississippi State on Saturday. The Tigers entered the game as +2 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 145 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Memphis found themselves in a 48-32 hole at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, outscoring the Bulldogs 34-31. However, it wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 29.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.4%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 11 assists.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 24 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 50% from three. Tyrese Hunter and Riley Kugel each added 19 points, with Hunter hitting 4 threes and Kugel shooting 61.5% from the field.</p><p>Even though Memphis gave up 79 points, their defense held the opposing team to just 35% shooting from the field, with 19 made field goals on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 11 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis limited their opponent to 8 threes on 27 attempts, a 29% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 76%. Memphis also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Ole Miss Rebels vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blue Devils versus the Stags? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. Central Connecticut State is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Fairfield. The over/under for the game is set at 138.5 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Devils Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Central Connecticut State fell to 5-4 on the season after a 77-69 road loss to Rhode Island on Sunday. The Blue Devils, who entered the game as +9.5 underdogs, managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>CCSU trailed 35-32 at halftime and allowed 42 points in the second half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 146 exceeded the O/U line of 142.</p><p>Central Connecticut State put up 69 points in their latest game, shooting 44.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.4%. They connected on 10 of 28 three-point attempts (35.7%) and went 16 of 30 from inside the arc (53.3%), while hitting 77.8% of their free throws (7/9).</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from deep. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes (57.1%) and dishing out 7 assists. Joe Ostrowsky also contributed, making 3 of 4 from beyond the arc and finishing with 11 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 52% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/34 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Central Connecticut State's defense held their opponents to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 for 60%.</p><h3>Can the Stags Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield's record dropped to 4-5 after a 101-94 road loss to Mount St. Mary's on Sunday. The Stags entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Fairfield trailed 49-39 at halftime but put up 55 points in the 2nd half while allowing 52. The game's total points of 195 far exceeded the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Fairfield's offense was firing on all cylinders, scoring 94 points and shooting 50% from the field in their last game. They connected on 63.2% of their two-point attempts and hit 10 threes at a 33.3% rate, resulting in an effective field goal percentage of 57.4%.</p> <p>Prophet Johnson led the way with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Jedy Cordilia added 21 points on 66.7% shooting. Fairfield also got 17 assists and 13 offensive rebounds, with Noah Best and Louis Bleechmore each hitting 2 threes at 66.7% from deep.</p><p>Fairfield's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 101 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 59% of their two-point attempts, with 25 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairfield's opponent shot 43%, connecting on 10 of 23 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 77%. Fairfield gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Fairfield Stags NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>At 2:30 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-284) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+231) at State Farm Arena. The Cavs are currently favored by 7 points and have a record of 17-2, while the Hawks are 8-11 and 9th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be televised on NBA TV and the over/under line is set at 247.5.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +7</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 2:30 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-126 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Trae Young finishing with 22 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cavaliers Have What it Takes in Atlanta?</h3><p>The Cavaliers fell to 17-2 on the season after a 135-124 loss to the Hawks on Wednesday. Cleveland was favored by 9 points at home but couldn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total of 259 points exceeded the 242.5-point line.</p> <p>Cleveland started strong with an 11-0 run but couldn’t maintain their momentum. After leading 64-61 at halftime, they were outscored 37-31 in the 3rd quarter and 37-29 in the 4th.</p><p>In their 135-124 loss to the Hawks, the Cavaliers shot 46.3% from the field, with a poor 31.2% from beyond the arc, despite making 15 threes. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 30 points, 7 assists, and 4 made threes, though he shot just 28.6% from deep.</p> <p>Evan Mobley contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds, while Darius Garland added 19 points and 7 assists, also hitting 28.6% from three. Mitchell scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Garland added 6 in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Cavaliers struggled, allowing 135 points in their loss to the Hawks. Cleveland gave up 35 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, despite holding Atlanta to 26 points in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Cavaliers allowed the Hawks to shoot 47% from the field, including 47% from beyond the arc, where Atlanta hit 20 threes. Cleveland also sent the Hawks to the line 25 times, where they made 23 free throws. The Cavaliers finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Does Atlanta Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 8-11 for the season after a 135-124 road win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Atlanta entered the game as +9 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game went over the line of 242.5 by 16.5 points.</p> <p>Cleveland started strong with a 10-0 run, but Atlanta fought back to tie the game at 35 after the 1st quarter. The Cavaliers edged ahead in the 2nd quarter, but the Hawks responded by winning the 3rd quarter 37-31 and closed out the game by outscoring Cleveland 37-29 in the 4th.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 26 points in their win over the Cavaliers, knocking down 5 threes at a 55.6% rate. Jalen Johnson added 22 points, while Trae Young contributed 20 points and 22 assists, despite shooting just 33.3% from the field.</p> <p>Atlanta connected on 20 threes, shooting 47.6% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 9 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, while Zaccharie Risacher added 13 of his 17 points in the 3rd.</p><p>Even though the Hawks gave up 124 points to the Cavaliers, they still managed to secure the win. Atlanta allowed 35 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up a bit in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 29 points in each.</p> <p>On defense, the Hawks held the Cavaliers to 31% shooting from three, with Cleveland making 15 threes. Atlanta also finished with 6 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

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