<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Seminoles. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ACC, and it's hosted by the Seminoles at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 158.5 points, and Florida State is favored by -11 vs. Winthrop.</p><h3>WINTHROP EAGLES VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles +11</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Even though we have Florida State winning straight-up, we like Winthrop at +11.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Winthrop Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Eagles improved to 6-3 on the season after a 96-89 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. Winthrop was favored by -11.5 points but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Winthrop led 48-39 at halftime and scored another 48 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed Coastal Carolina to score 50 points after the break. The game’s total points of 185 went well over the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 96 points while shooting 54.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, with strong performances from both inside and outside the arc. They connected on 61.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 41.2% from three-point range, making 7 of 17 from deep.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Eagles were 31 of 40, shooting 77.5%. K.J. Doucet led the team with 23 points, while Kelton Talford and Rasheed Jones each added 21. Jones also contributed 7 rebounds and 4 assists, and Kasen Harrison was perfect from three, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 19 points on 8 of 12 shooting overall.</p><p>Winthrop's defense struggled, allowing 89 points on 54% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 61% of their two-point attempts (22/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Winthrop gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, a 41% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 40 times, where they converted 31 free throws (77%).</p><h3>Will the Seminoles Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Florida State improved to 8-3 on the season with a 77-64 road win over Tulane on Saturday. The Seminoles entered the game as -10.5 favorites and covered the spread, but the total points (141) fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FSU took control early, leading 37-22 at halftime. While they scored 40 points in the 2nd half, they allowed Tulane to score 42, which is something they’ll want to tighten up moving forward.</p><p>Florida State put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 48.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. They hit 57.7% of their two-point attempts and 35.3% from beyond the arc, making 6 threes on 17 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Seminoles connected on 82.9%, going 29-for-35. They grabbed just 2 offensive rebounds, but dished out 15 assists. Kaleb Banks led the way with 33 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 55.0% overall, while Jamir Watkins added 29 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Florida State's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 33% shooting from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Florida State limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 22 attempts, a 13% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 84%.</p>

Winthrop Eagles vs Florida State Seminoles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>ESPN will be covering the week 11 matchup between the Miami (OH) RedHawks and the Ball State Cardinals, set to kick off at 8:00 ET from Scheumann Stadium in Muncie. Miami (OH) enters the game with a 4-4 record, while Ball State is 3-5 on the season. The over/under line is currently set at 48 points, with Miami (OH) as the heavy favorite at -12 points.</p><h3>MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS VS BALL STATE CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks -12</p><p>This game will be played at Scheumann Stadium at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Miami (OH) RedHawks winning this one by a score of 33 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Miami (OH) RedHawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -12</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Miami (OH) RedHawks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Miami (OH) enters Week 11 with a 4-4 record, facing Ball State on the road. They are 1-3 away and 2-1 at home this season. The RedHawks have a 96.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible and a 32.5% chance of winning the Mid-American, according to projections.</p> <p></p><p>Miami (OH) has a +2.9 average scoring margin and a 4-3 record against the spread. They are 3-0 ATS as favorites and 2-2 on the road. At home, they are 2-1 ATS, going 2-0 as favorites.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 4-3, with an average line of 44.7 points. This week’s line is set at 48 points, and their games have averaged 42.6 points per contest.</p><p>Miami (OH) enters week 11 averaging 22.8 points per game, ranking 79th nationally. They are 86th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Brett Gabbert has thrown for 1,727 yards, completing 58.9% of his passes, with 13 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. Miami is 60th in passing attempts, averaging 30.1 per game, and 77th in passing yards, with 227.5 per game.</p> <p></p><p>On the ground, Miami averages 128.4 rushing yards per game. Keyon Mozee leads the team with 545 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, but has only 2 touchdowns. Cade McDonald has 507 receiving yards on 38 catches, with 2 touchdowns. Miami ranks 108th in third-down conversions, converting just 32.6% of their attempts.</p><p>Miami (OH)’s defense has been solid this season, ranking 18th nationally by allowing just 19.9 points per game. They’ve given up 183.4 passing yards per game, which is 33rd fewest in the country, and quarterbacks have managed a passer rating of only 70.8 against them, the 22nd lowest in college football.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Central Michigan, Miami’s defense gave up just 7 points and 168 total yards. They allowed 106 rushing yards on 36 attempts and 62 passing yards, while also forcing an interception.</p><h3>Are The Ball State Cardinals Going Win In At Upset At Scheumann Stadium</h3><p>Ball State enters Week 11 against Miami (OH) with a 3-5 record and a 124th-place ranking in our CFB power rankings. They have only a 3.8% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Cardinals are 1-1, while they’ve gone 1-4 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Ball State is 4-3 against the spread, going 2-0 at home. They’ve been favored in just one game, with an average scoring margin of -15.2 points per game. As underdogs, they are 4-2 ATS.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 6-1, with games averaging 65.5 points. This week’s line is set at 48, compared to their average over/under line of 54.7 points this season.</p><p>Ball State’s passing game has been the focal point of their offense, ranking 29th in completions and 37th in attempts heading into week 11. They are averaging 223.1 passing yards per game, and their quarterback, Kadin Semonza, has thrown for 1,749 yards with 15 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Semonza’s passer rating is 91, but he has completed 66.1% of his passes.</p> <p>Overall, Ball State is 69th in scoring, averaging 25.1 points per game, and we have them ranked 94th in our offensive power rankings. On third downs, they convert 41.5% of their attempts. The Cardinals’ ground game has struggled, averaging 114.2 rushing yards per game. Braedon Sloan leads the team with 501 rushing yards, averaging 4 yards per carry, and has scored four touchdowns.</p><p>Ball State's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 40.4 points per game. They have given up 301 passing yards per game, ranking 172nd nationally, and 179.2 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have a 116.5 passer rating and a 66% completion rate against Ball State’s defense.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Northern Illinois, Ball State allowed 23 points and 374 total yards. Northern Illinois ran the ball 24 times for 142 yards and completed 25 of 43 passes for 232 yards. Ball State’s defense did manage to force two interceptions in the game.</p>

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Ball State Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 11/5/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Lancers versus the Blue Raiders? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Murphy Athletic Center in Murfreesboro, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Middle Tennessee as the -4 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144 points.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS VS MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders -4</p><p>This game will be played at Murphy Athletic Center at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Blue Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Middle Tennessee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lancers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>California Baptist dropped to 5-5 on the season after an 81-75 road loss to San Diego State on Wednesday. The Lancers were +13.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 40-33 at halftime, the Lancers scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>California Baptist put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.7%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% clip and were perfect from the line, going 5/5.</p> <p>Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 22 points and 6 assists, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from deep. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three, while Nick Boyd contributed 16 points and 8 assists.</p><p>California Baptist struggled defensively, giving up 81 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field. The Lancers couldn't contain the two-point shots, with the other team hitting 19 of 34 attempts, a 55% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California Baptist's defense allowed 9 three-pointers on 17 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 52%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 80%.</p><h3>Can Middle Tennessee Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee fell to 5-3 on the season after a narrow 82-79 loss to Belmont on Saturday. The Blue Raiders were +3 point underdogs going into the game, and the result was a push against the spread. The total points for the game ended at 161, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 155.</p> 

<p>After trailing 38-30 at halftime, Middle Tennessee made a strong push in the 2nd half, scoring 49 points while allowing 44. Despite the comeback effort, they couldn’t close the gap entirely.</p><p>Middle Tennessee put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53%. They hit 10 of 26 from beyond the arc, good for 38.5%, and connected on 75% of their free throws, going 9 for 12.</p> <p>Jlynn Counter led the way with 22 points and 5 assists, knocking down 3 of 6 from deep. Jestin Porter added 21 points, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts. Essam Mostafa contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, while Carter Whitt and Isaiah Walker each chipped in 14 points and 8 boards.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense gave up 82 points, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 73 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, the other team shot 46%, hitting 25 of 54 shots. From beyond the arc, they went 6/19, shooting 31%. Middle Tennessee also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 66%.</p>

California Baptist Lancers vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Gaels? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -4.5 over Utah State.</p><h3>UTAH STATE AGGIES VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Mary's Gaels -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT MARY'S GAELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Not only will Saint Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Aggies Secure a Win at Moraga?</h3><h3>Utah State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Aggies dropped to 9-1 on the season after a 75-73 home loss to UC San Diego on Tuesday. Utah State was a -10 favorite going into the game.</p> <p>After leading 39-32 at halftime, Utah State allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their last game, Utah State put up 73 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They hit 28.6% of their threes, going 8-for-28, and were 50% on two-point attempts, finishing 16-for-32. At the free-throw line, the Aggies shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler McGhie led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 50% overall. Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones added 20 points, hitting 55.6% of his shots, while Karson Templin contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 71.4% from the field and 66.7% from three.</p><p>Utah State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. The Aggies allowed 16 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah State's defense held the other team to 8 made threes on 28 attempts, a 28% shooting percentage. The Aggies also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 70%. Utah State allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Gaels Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Mary's improved to 9-2 this season with a 73-68 win over Merrimack on Thursday. Playing at home, the Gaels were -20.5 point favorites but didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 128.5.</p> <p>Saint Mary's led 32-26 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 42 points to Merrimack after the break, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Saint Mary's put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 12 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, converting 16 of 19 for 84.2%.</p> <p>Paulius Murauskas and Mitchell Saxen both scored 18 points, with Saxen grabbing 12 rebounds and Murauskas adding 11 boards and 4 assists. Augustas Marciulionis also contributed 16 points, shooting 50% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Saint Mary's allowing 68 points, they couldn't capitalize on the defensive end, as their opponents shot 45% from the field, hitting 26 of 57 attempts. The Gaels gave up 21 two-point baskets on 45 tries, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Saint Mary's defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, with their opponents shooting 41% from deep. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 19 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 84% clip. Saint Mary's gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Utah State Aggies vs Saint Mary's Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Charlotte Hornets (+405) will travel to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers (-536) at 6:00 ET. The Cavaliers are currently favored by 10.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 224 points.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and can be seen on FDSO. The Hornets are 5-7 on the season and are currently 8th in the Eastern Conference, while the Cavaliers are a perfect 14-0 and sit atop the East.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 6:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-98 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with LaMelo Ball points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are Charlotte Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Hornets improved to 5-7 on the season with a 115-114 win over the Bucks on Saturday. Charlotte, playing at home, entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Charlotte fell behind early, trailing 39-33 after the 1st quarter. They chipped away at the lead, winning the 2nd quarter 26-24 and tying the 3rd at 27-27. Heading into the 4th quarter down 90-86, the Hornets outscored the Bucks 29-24 in the final period to complete the comeback. The game’s total of 229 points went over the line of 219.5 by 9.5 points.</p><p>LaMelo Ball's 15-point fourth quarter propelled the Hornets to a 115-114 win over the Bucks, finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, despite shooting 35% from the field. Miles Bridges added 19 points, with 5 coming in the final period.</p> <p>The Hornets connected on 15 threes, shooting 35.7% from deep and 44.1% overall. Josh Green hit 3 triples at 75% efficiency, scoring 10 of his 15 points in the first quarter, while Brandon Miller added 9 of his 13 points in the opening period.</p><p>Despite a rough start defensively, giving up 39 points in the 1st quarter, the Hornets tightened up, allowing just 24 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters to help secure the win. Overall, they gave up 114 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bucks hit 15 threes at a 41% clip. The Hornets sent Milwaukee to the line 11 times, where they made 5 free throws. Charlotte also recorded 37 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can Cleveland Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 14-0 this season with a 144-126 win over the Bulls on Friday. Cleveland, who were -10 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 270 points went well over the 238.5-point line.</p> <p>Cleveland jumped out to a 49-34 lead after the 1st quarter, but the Bulls fought back, outscoring the Cavs 39-28 in the 2nd. After a tight 3rd quarter, Cleveland pulled away in the 4th, holding Chicago to 24 points while going on an 11-0 run to seal the win.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell's 37 points and 7 three-pointers led the Cavaliers to a 144-point effort in their win over the Bulls, shooting 53.8% from deep. Darius Garland added 29 points and 9 assists, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% rate, while Jarrett Allen contributed 24 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field.</p> <p>Cleveland connected on 21 threes, shooting 48.8% from beyond the arc and 54.8% overall. Mitchell scored 18 points in the 4th quarter, and Georges Niang added 11 of his 14 points in the final period.</p><p>Even with a rough defensive showing, the Cavaliers managed to pull off a win against the Bulls, giving up 126 points on 51% shooting. Cleveland allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing 29 points in the 3rd and 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Cavaliers struggled to defend the three, as the Bulls hit 20 threes at a 47% rate. Cleveland sent Chicago to the line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws. On the boards, the Cavaliers gave up just 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>The Highlanders and Gamecocks are set to face off at 2:00 ET on SEC. The Gamecocks will host the game at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have South Carolina as the -13.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>RADFORD HIGHLANDERS VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Radford Highlanders +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like Radford at +13.5.</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>Does Radford Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Radford fell to 8-4 on the season after a 78-68 loss to Colorado State on Tuesday. The Highlanders, who were +11.5 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>Radford trailed 37-27 at halftime but matched Colorado State with 41 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 146 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p><p>Radford's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they hit 73.7% of their free throws, going 14-for-19 from the line.</p> <p>Rashaan Mbemba and Keshawn Williams led the way with 16 points each, with Mbemba shooting 85.7% and Williams hitting 63.6% of his shots. Kyan Evans and Josiah Harris also contributed 15 points, with Evans knocking down 3-of-5 from three-point range.</p><p>Radford's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 74% of their two-point attempts, going 23/31 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Radford's opponent shot 28%, making 6 of 21 attempts. The Highlanders also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 free throws for 82%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Gamecocks Chances at Home</h3><p>South Carolina improved to 8-3 on the season with a 91-88 win over Clemson on Tuesday. The Gamecocks were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>South Carolina led 34-26 at halftime, but the game opened up in the second half. They scored 46 points after the break but allowed Clemson to put up 54 points. The total points for the game ended at 179, well over the pre-game O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>South Carolina's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, thanks to hitting 56.1% of their two-point attempts and 41.2% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Chase Hunter led the way with 27 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes. Ian Schieffelin added 23 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 72.7%, while Collin Murray-Boyles contributed 22 points on 80% shooting. Myles Stute was also hot from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes and finishing with 19 points.</p><p>South Carolina struggled defensively, giving up 88 points on 51% shooting. Their opponents were efficient inside, hitting 56% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina allowed 41% shooting, with 7 threes made. They also sent their opponents to the line 34 times, where they converted 70% of their free throws.</p>

Radford Highlanders vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Kings and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Capitals as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>The Capitals enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Kings (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Los Angeles Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 19-9-5 after a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. Los Angeles led 3-2 until Chicago tied it with just 31 seconds left, and the Blackhawks went on to win in the shootout. The Kings were favored on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Los Angeles had a 2-0 lead going into the third period, but the Blackhawks scored three times in the final frame. Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, with Phillip Danault adding the other goal.</p><p>Alex Laferriere netted his 7th and 8th goals of the season, with his first coming on a power play at 16:03 in the first period. Phillip Danault added his first goal of the season at 8:12 in the third period.</p> <p>The Kings took 40 shots on goal and recorded 13 giveaways. Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season.</p><p>Los Angeles appeared to be in control with a 3-2 lead late in the 3rd period, but their defense gave up the tying goal to Chicago with just 31 seconds left. The Kings also allowed three shootout goals, resulting in a 4-3 loss. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Will the Capitals Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals are now 22-8-2 this season. Washington held a 2-1 lead after the first period, but Carolina scored three unanswered goals to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period, with Alex Ovechkin tying the game at 1-1 and Brandon Duhaime giving them a brief lead.</p><p>After falling behind early, Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal just 11 seconds before the first period ended. Ovechkin took 5 shots on goal, and Duhaime had 3.</p> <p>Washington recorded 21 shots on goal but struggled with 15 giveaways. Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s goal, and Nic Dowd earned his 2nd assist on Duhaime’s score.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will look to bounce back after giving up four goals to Carolina, including three unanswered after taking a 2-1 lead. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the defense allowed 44 shots on goal. The Capitals also had 16 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Senators and Oilers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers will host the game at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Senators in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Be The Talk of Rogers Place?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 18-13-2. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>Three different players contributed to the Senators’ scoring. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 14:32 in the first period, followed by a goal from Brady Tkachuk in the second. Tim Stützle added an empty-net goal in the third to seal the win.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense found the net three times in their 3-0 win over Seattle. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brady Tkachuk, who also netted his 7th. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways. They were held scoreless on the power play and picked up five assists, including Tim Stützle’s 10th of the season on Tkachuk’s goal.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build off their previous performance, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p><h3>Are the Oilers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 20-11-2. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense took 31 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl kicked things off with his 9th goal of the season, while Jeff Skinner added his 3rd. Zach Hyman, with his 3rd goal, found the net on a power play, and Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd of the year.</p> <p>After scoring twice in the first period, the Oilers were held scoreless in the second before Hyman’s power-play goal in the third. Draisaitl also contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 8.</p><p>Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, helping the Oilers to a 4-2 win over Calgary. Defensively, Edmonton had 25 blocks and 2 takeaways, but they did give up two goals, one in the 2nd period and one in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cornhuskers versus the Racers? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN. The game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Nebraska comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS MURRAY STATE RACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Murray State Racers +9</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 9:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MURRAY STATE RACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Racers.</li><li>Not only will Murray State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cornhuskers Make it Happen in Honolulu?</h3><p>Nebraska improved to 7-2 on the season with an 85-68 home win over Indiana on Friday, December 13th. The Cornhuskers, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game were 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Nebraska led 44-41 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 27 points while scoring 41 of their own.</p><p>Nebraska's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points while shooting 61.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.4%, thanks in part to their 57.1% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 14 attempts.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, despite hitting just 1 of 4 from deep. Nebraska finished with 16 assists, with Williams contributing 5 dimes.</p><p>Despite Nebraska's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 68 points. The Cornhuskers allowed a 61% shooting performance, with 30 made field goals on 49 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will Murray State Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Racers fell to 5-4 on the season after an 84-74 loss to Indiana State on Wednesday. Despite being -3 favorites, they not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 158, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>Murray State found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 41-26 at halftime. They picked up the pace offensively in the second half, scoring 48 points, but their defense allowed 43 points, preventing a comeback.</p><p>Murray State's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field and 26.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they hit 76.9% of their free throws, going 20-for-26 from the line.</p> <p>Samage Teel led the way with 26 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 57.1% from three-point range. Kylen Milton added 18 points, while JaCobi Wood contributed 15 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Murray State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Racers gave up 9 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 attempts. Murray State allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Murray State Racers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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<p>Betting on today's Hoosiers and Cornhuskers game? Catch the action at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE, as the Cornhuskers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on FOX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Nebraska is favored by -4 to win at home against Indiana.</p><h3>INDIANA HOOSIERS VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nebraska Cornhuskers -4</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Not only will Nebraska pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</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>Will Indiana Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Indiana improved to 8-2 on the season with an 82-67 win over Minnesota on Monday. Playing at home, the Hoosiers entered the game as -9.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Indiana led 44-31 at halftime and scored 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The combined points for the game were 149, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Indiana's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points with a field goal percentage of 56.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was 60.4%, thanks in large part to their 66.7% shooting inside the arc, where they hit 26 of 39 attempts. From three-point range, they connected on just 4 of 14 shots, good for 28.6%.</p> <p>The Hoosiers also dished out 21 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Dawson Garcia led the way with 22 points, while Oumar Ballo added 18 points on a perfect 5-for-5 shooting. Malik Reneau and Bryson Tucker each contributed 16 points, with Tucker hitting 6 of 10 shots in just 20 minutes of action.</p><p>Even though Indiana gave up 67 points, they struggled to contain the opposing offense, allowing them to shoot 56% from the field. The Hoosiers particularly had trouble defending inside, where the other team connected on 66% of their two-point attempts, going 26/39.</p> <p>Indiana did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 4/14 shooting from three-point range, or 28%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 62%. The Hoosiers also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornhuskers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Nebraska dropped to 6-2 on the season after an 89-52 loss to Michigan State on Saturday. The Cornhuskers were +7 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 141, just under the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-31 at halftime, Nebraska struggled in the second half, scoring only 21 points while allowing 48. The Cornhuskers will need to regroup after this tough loss.</p><p>Nebraska's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 52 points with a field goal percentage of 33.3% (18/54). They hit only 4 of 22 from beyond the arc, shooting 18.2% from three, and their effective field goal percentage was 37%.</p> <p>Jaden Akins and Jase Richardson were bright spots, with Akins hitting 4 threes at 50% shooting and Richardson going 5/7 from the field and 2/3 from deep. Nebraska managed just 4 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Nebraska's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 60% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's opponents shot 39%, making 9 of 23 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 22 free throws at a 95% rate.</p>

Indiana Hoosiers vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/13/24

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<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Lightning game? Catch the action at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL, as the Lightning hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS 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 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>The Panthers enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Lightning (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Florida improved to 21-11-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. As -1.5 goal favorites, the Panthers covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players. They led 2-0 before the Stars tied it up, but the Panthers scored twice in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Florida's offense was active in their 4-2 win, with 16 giveaways but still netting four goals on 25 shots. Each goal came from a different player, including A.J. Greer, who scored for the first time this season, and Sam Reinhart, who added his 10th with an empty-netter.</p> <p>Evan Rodrigues got things going with his third goal of the year at 5:15 in the first period. Matthew Tkachuk followed with his third, scoring on a power play at 11:13 in the second. The Panthers finished with 6 assists, including Sam Reinhart's 11th of the season.</p><p>Florida's defense gave up two goals in the second period, but they shut out the Stars in the first and third, helping the Panthers secure a 4-2 victory. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, while the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Will Tampa Bay Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Tampa Bay fell to 18-10-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> <p>At one point, Tampa Bay held a 2-0 lead, but the Jets responded with seven of the next nine goals. Four different Lightning players found the net in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for Tampa Bay with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point’s 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov netted his 10th, unassisted, at 13:09 in the third period to tie the game 4-4.</p> <p>The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. Four different players found the net, with Kucherov’s goal marking his 10th of the season. Tampa Bay’s offense registered 4 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning gave up the first goal of the game at 7:37 in the first period, and then two more in the second, but the game was tied 4-4 in the third before they allowed three straight goals to the Jets. The first of those came at 12:22 in the third, followed by two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Fighting Illini and Tigers game? Catch the action at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN. Illinois is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 155.5 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri Tigers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Enterprise Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Missouri pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Fighting Illini Find a Way to Win in St. Louis?</h3><p>Illinois dropped to 7-3 on the season after a narrow 66-64 loss to Tennessee on Saturday. The Illini were +2 point underdogs heading into the game and pushed against the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 130, well under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Illinois trailed 31-30 at halftime and were outscored 35-34 in the second half. They’ll look to bounce back in their next game after this close loss.</p><p>In their last game, Illinois struggled offensively, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 17.4% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 33.3%, but they did manage to convert 83.3% of their free throws, going 30 for 36 from the line.</p> <p>Jordan Gainey led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, while Kasparas Jakucionis added 22 points despite hitting just 28.6% of his threes. The Illini recorded only 6 assists as a team, with 12 offensive rebounds helping to somewhat offset their shooting woes.</p><p>Illinois put up a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 66 points on 29% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 39% (11/28) and three-point attempts to 17% (4/23).</p> <p>Despite the solid defensive effort, Illinois sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws (83%). Illinois also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Missouri Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Missouri improved to 10-1 after an 83-72 win over Jacksonville State on Tuesday. The Tigers were -16.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 155 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Missouri led 41-40 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Jacksonville State to 32 points while scoring 42 themselves.</p><p>Missouri's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 48% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and went 15 of 22 from the free-throw line (68.2%).</p> <p>Jacob Crews led the way with 19 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 6 of 9 threes. Mark Mitchell and Jaron Pierre Jr. each added 18 points, with Mitchell also dishing out 6 assists. Jamar Franklin contributed 15 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Even with Missouri's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 72 points. The Tigers allowed their opponents to shoot 49% from the field, with 28 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Missouri's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Rams and Broncos are set to face off at 9:00 ET on MWN. The Broncos will host the game at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID. In this Mountain West matchup, the Rams are the betting favorite against the Broncos. The over/under for the game is 146 points.</p><h3>COLORADO STATE RAMS VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boise State Broncos +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at ExtraMile Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOISE STATE BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Boise State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Rams Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Colorado State comes into this game with a record of 13-2, including a 1-1 mark in Mountain West play. The Rams are 4-1 on the road this season, and their average scoring margin in road games is +9.8 points per game.</p>

<p>Over their last ten road games, Colorado State has gone 6-4. In their most recent game, the Rams lost to Utah State by a score of 77-72.</p><p>As the favorite this year, Colorado State has gone 8-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Rams have an impressive ATS mark of 8-2. On the road, their ATS record is 4-1 this season and 7-3 over their last 10 road games. Overall, Colorado State is 10-4 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>Colorado State's over/under record this season sits at 6-7-1 and the average scoring total in their games is 151 points. Today's over/under line of 146 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (150.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 152 points and their over/under record in their last 10 games is 3-6.</p><p>In their latest game, Colorado State offense put up 72 points against Utah State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 44.8% and made 8 threes. The top scorer for the Rams was Isaiah Stevens with 21 points, while Dominique Clifford also added 18 to the scoreboard.</p><p>So far, the Rams' defense is ranked 113rd in the country at 68.8 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.1 threes per game vs. Boise State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.8%.</p><h3>Does Boise State Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Boise State enters today's game against Colorado State as the underdog, as they have gone 1-3 in their four games as the underdog this season. They have been much better at home, going 7-1 compared to 2-3 on the road. The Broncos have won their last two games and are 10-4 overall.</p>

<p>The Broncos' average scoring margin at home this season is +15.6, and they have won five straight games at home. In their last game, they defeated San Jose State by a score of 78-69. Over their last 10 home games, Boise State has gone 8-2.</p><p>Boise State's ATS record this season is 6-7, including a mark of 4-4 at home. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Broncos have gone just 3-7 vs. the spread. However, they have covered in their last three home games and are 3-2 ATS at home this season.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Boise State games is 8-5 and the average scoring total in their games is 141.7 points. Today's over/under line of 146 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (137.3). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 140 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Broncos' offense concluded with 78 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 76 points per contest. Offensively, the Broncos hold a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, placing them 128th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 132nd in terms of percentage and 178th in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Broncos' defense is presently ranked 61st nationally, allowing an average of 65.9 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Boise State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 27.7% this season.</p>

Colorado State Rams vs Boise State Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Buccaneers and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 3:30 ET on SECN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Georgia as the -27.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 3:30 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia winning straight-up, we like Charleston Southern at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Athens Possible for the Buccaneers?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Charleston Southern fell to 2-10 on the season after an 86-69 road loss to North Alabama on Thursday. The Buccaneers entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Charleston Southern trailed 46-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the over/under line of 148.</p><p>In their recent game, Charleston Southern put up 69 points, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 38.5% of their threes, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and went 15-for-23 from the free-throw line, good for 65.2%.</p> <p>Offensively, Taje' Kelly was a standout, scoring 34 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and 50% from three. Taye Fields was also efficient, hitting 83.3% of his shots, finishing with 25 points and 4 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Buccaneers gave up 26 two-pointers on 41 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 7 threes on 18 attempts, or 38% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Is It the Bulldogs Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 100-49 win over Buffalo on Thursday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -27 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, just over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Georgia took control early, leading 56-19 at halftime. They added 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30, maintaining their strong defensive performance throughout the game.</p><p>Georgia's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 65.7% of their attempts, and knocked down 41.2% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also dished out 24 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Asa Newell and De'Shayne Montgomery each scored 16 points, with Montgomery hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Silas Demary Jr. also connected on 3 of 5 from three-point range, finishing with 13 points.</p><p>Georgia's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 49 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 37 made field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Georgia's defense allowed 23 made two-point shots on 35 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they gave up 14 made threes on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting percentage. The Bulldogs also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 63%.</p>

Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs Georgia Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Ramblers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN2. Loyola Chicago is the -6.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Oakland. The over/under for the game is set at 133.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</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>Will Loyola Chicago Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago improved to 8-1 on the season with a 72-60 win over Canisius on Wednesday. The Ramblers, playing at home, were -25 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 36-26 at halftime, Loyola Chicago scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.7%. They connected on 11 of 28 three-point attempts, shooting 39.3% from deep, and went 3 of 5 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Sheldon Edwards Jr. led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% clip. Tana Kopa also impressed from beyond the arc, making 5 of 7 threes. The Ramblers dished out 20 assists, with Des Watson contributing 6 assists and 15 points.</p><p>Despite giving up 60 points, Loyola Chicago's defense struggled to contain their opponent's shooting, allowing them to hit 47% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ramblers gave up 54% shooting, with their opponents making 18 of 33 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Chicago's defense allowed 11 threes on 28 attempts, a 39% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line just five times, where they made 3 for 60%.</p><h3>Can Oakland Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Oakland’s season struggles continued with a 92-75 road loss to Cleveland State on Thursday, dropping their record to 2-7. The Golden Grizzlies were slight favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Oakland trailed 44-35 at halftime and allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 40. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>Oakland's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They hit 41.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 13 of 31 attempts, and added 14 offensive rebounds and 19 assists.</p> <p>Tevin Smith led the way with 37 points, shooting 63.6% overall. Tahj Staveskie also shot 63.6%, hitting 6 of 8 threes for 75.0%, while DQ Cole contributed 22 points, though he shot just 30.8% from deep.</p><p>Oakland's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Golden Grizzlies couldn't contain the two-point shooting, with their opponent hitting 50% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oakland's defense allowed 11 threes on 47% shooting. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 81%. The Golden Grizzlies gave up 15 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Timberwolves (-246) will host the Cavaliers (+199) in a non-conference matchup. Minnesota is favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 210.5.</p>

<p>BSN will have the TV coverage from the Target Center in Minneapolis. The Cavs are 43-26 and 3rd in the Eastern Conference, while the Timberwolves are 47-22 and 3rd in the West.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, March 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-112 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Darius Garland finishing with Darius Garland points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.8% and knocking down 10 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cavaliers Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Cavaliers have gone 11-12 straight-up as the underdog this season and have covered the spread in three straight games as the underdog. As the underdog, they are 13-9 ATS on the road and have an average scoring differential of -1.3 points per game.</p>

<p>On average, Cleveland's games have finished with 222.8 points per game, which is higher than today's O/U line of 210.5. This season, 64 of their games have had higher O/U lines compared to just five games with lower lines.</p>

<p>Cleveland's O/U record for the season is 32-36-1, and their most recent game against the Heat went over the O/U line of 207.5. The teams combined for 211 points in Miami's 107-104 win.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Cavaliers lost to the Heat by a score of 107-104. Cleveland was favored by 3 points in that game, giving them a three-game losing streak against the spread as the favorite. The team is 32-14 as the favorite this season.</p>

<p>With a record of 43-26, the Cavaliers are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Central Division. On the road, they are 21-12 compared to 22-14 at home.</p>

<p>Overall, the Cavaliers have an ATS record of 34-33, going 17-14 ATS on the road and 17-19 ATS at home. Today, they are 5.5-point underdogs against the Timberwolves.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Cavaliers are 18th in the league at 113.4 points per game. However, on the road, their average drops to 112.4 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Cavaliers have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 43.5% of their games. In terms of pace, Cleveland is 21st in the league at 97.3 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Cavaliers are 6th in the league at 13.7 made threes per game. Overall, Cleveland is 14th in field goal percentage and 10th in two-point shooting percentage.</p><p>So far, the Cavaliers' defense is ranked 5th in the league at 109.4 points per contest. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Cavaliers are forcing 12.6 per game, which is 15th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 20th in blocked shots at 4.8 per game.</p><h3>Can the Timberwolves Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>In their games this season, the Timberwolves have averaged a combined scoring total of 220 points, which is higher than today's O/U line of 210.5. In their last game against the Nuggets, the teams combined for 227 points.</p>

<p>Minnesota's ATS record for the season is 35-33, and they have covered the spread in four straight games. At home, they are 15-17 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +8.3 points per game.</p>

<p>For the season, the Timberwolves are 39-14 as the favorite and have been favored in 53 of their 69 games. As the favorite, they have an average scoring differential of +8.7 PPG.</p>

<p>Minnesota's most recent game was a 115-112 loss to the Nuggets. They were 7.5-point underdogs going into the game and have an overall record of 47-22, which is 3rd in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves have won their last three games on the road and are 24-13 on the road this season. Against the spread on the road, they are 20-16 compared to 15-17 at home.</p>

<p>This season, Minnesota has an O/U record of 35-34 and the over has hit in two straight games. In their most recent game vs. the Nuggets, the O/U line was 215.5.</p><p>Minnesota's offense is averaging 113.3 points per game, which is 20th in the NBA. At home, they are averaging 111.7 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Timberwolves have outscored the NBA scoring average in 44.9% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 22nd in the league at 97.2 possessions per game.</p>

<p>Minnesota's offense has been efficient this season, ranking 10th in field goal percentage at 48%. They are also 8th in true shooting percentage.</p><p>So far this season, the Timberwolves defense has been performing well, ranking 1st in the NBA at 106.7 points allowed per contest. Opponents are hitting 50.6% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 35.4% of their three-point attempts.</p>

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