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<p>Planning on watching today's Avalanche and Canucks game? Catch the action at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, as the Canucks hosts this showdown at 10:30 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in a Western conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canucks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canucks on the moneyline (+116)</li><li>The Canucks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Colorado Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche’s record dropped to 18-14-0. Colorado’s defense held strong in the first period, but the game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>As underdogs on the puck line, the Avalanche failed to cover. Colorado took the lead in the second period, but the Predators responded with five straight goals.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar, with his 5th goal of the season, opened the scoring on a power play in the second period. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, coming late in the third period.</p> <p>Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon's goal, while MacKinnon earned his 14th assist on Makar's power-play goal. The Avalanche had 23 offensive giveaways in the game.</p><p>Colorado's defense allowed the tying goal at 11:29 in the 2nd period and gave up four more after that, including two empty-netters. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage. The Avalanche also recorded 11 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Will the Canucks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 15-9-5. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>San Jose struck first, scoring at 17:23 in the second period. The Canucks responded with three goals, the last coming at 19:34 in the third period to break a 2-2 tie.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>The Canucks fired 27 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 25 giveaways and finished with 6 assists.</p><p>Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, helping Vancouver to a 3-2 win over San Jose. The Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. They gave up the first goal at 2:37 into the 2nd period and another at 18:43 in the 3rd, but Pius Suter scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Raiders and Volunteers face off at 7:00 ET on SECN. The Volunteers are hosting the game at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -26.5 vs. Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Volunteers.</li><li>Even though we have Tennessee winning straight-up, we like Middle Tennessee at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Middle Tennessee Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 7-3 on the season with a narrow 67-65 win over Lipscomb on Thursday. The Blue Raiders were favored by 2.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee led 37-30 at halftime but allowed Lipscomb to score 35 points in the second half while managing just 30 points themselves. Despite the close call, the Blue Raiders held on for the win.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit only 59.1% of their free throws. The Blue Raiders managed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic was a bright spot, scoring 32 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 1-of-3 from three-point range. Jestin Porter added 14 points, despite shooting 4-of-14 overall and 1-of-6 from deep. Essam Mostafa contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, while Gyasi Powell chipped in 11 points, hitting 2-of-5 from three.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense held their opponents to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (24/63). They limited two-point shooting to 18/42 (42%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Blue Raiders allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts (28%). Their opponents shot 59% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 22.</p><h3>Can the Volunteers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Tennessee improved to 11-0 this season with an 84-36 win over Western Carolina on Tuesday. The Volunteers, who were heavy favorites at -36.5, covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Tennessee led 38-15 at halftime and continued their dominance in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 46-21. The game’s total points ended at 120, falling short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p><p>Tennessee put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 29.6% of their threes (8/27). At the free-throw line, the Volunteers were efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts (85.7%).</p> <p>The Volunteers dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Chaz Lanier led the way with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 42.1% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Jordan Gainey added 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4), while Darlinstone Dubar contributed 13 points, shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Tennessee's defensive efforts, they gave up 36 points in their last game. The Volunteers allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, with 32 made baskets on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Tennessee's defense allowed 24 makes on 42 attempts, a 57% shooting rate. They also gave up 8 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Tennessee's opponent shot 85%, making 12 of 14 attempts. The Volunteers also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Islanders and Rainbow Warriors are set to face off at 11:59 ET on ESPN+. The Rainbow Warriors will host the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 145 points, and Hawaii is favored by -3.5 vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi improved to 4-4 on the season with a 67-48 win over Stephen F. Austin on Saturday. The Islanders, who were favored by 1 point, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 115 fell well short of the 140-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Leading 32-22 at halftime, the Islanders added 35 points in the 2nd half while holding the Lumberjacks to 26 points after the break.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They connected on 53.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 10 threes for 30%.</p> <p>The Islanders also shot 70.6% from the free-throw line, making 12 of 17 attempts. Garry Clark contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds, while Nana Antwi-Boasiako added 13 points and 10 boards, despite shooting just 1 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's defense gave up 48 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 49% from the field, hitting 26 of 53 shots. Inside the arc, the Islanders allowed 23 of 43 attempts for a 53% two-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Islanders held their opponent to 3 of 10 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12, or 70%. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Rainbow Warriors?</h3><h3>Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Rainbow Warriors fell to 3-3 on the season after a 76-68 road loss to Long Beach State on Saturday. Hawaii, who entered the game as 6-point favorites, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-32 at halftime, Hawaii couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 39. The total points for the game ended at 144, surpassing the over/under line of 130.5.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%. They hit 7 of 19 from beyond the arc, shooting 36.8%, and connected on 75% of their free throws (9/12). The Rainbow Warriors grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p> <p>Devin Askew led the way with 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 52.9% overall and 80% from three (4/5). Marcus Greene added 17 points, while Austin Johnson contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds. Akira Jacobs was efficient, hitting 80% of his shots, including 3 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Hawaii's defense struggled, giving up 76 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals on 50 attempts.</p> <p>The Rainbow Warriors held their opponent to 40% shooting on two-pointers (15/37), but they allowed 10 threes on 13 attempts, a 76% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 17 times, where they made 16 free throws (94%).</p>

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Knights and Golden Gophers game? Catch the action at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN, as the Golden Gophers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on BTN. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 145.5 points, with Minnesota being favored by -16.5 over Fairleigh Dickinson.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Even though we have Minnesota winning straight-up, we like Fairleigh Dickinson at +16.5.</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>Does Fairleigh Dickinson Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fairleigh Dickinson fell to 1-9 on the season after a 77-72 road loss to La Salle on Wednesday. The Knights, who entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> <p>Trailing 36-34 at halftime, FDU scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 41. The game’s total points of 149 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 threes in 22 tries. At the free-throw line, the Knights shot 66.7%, making 8 of 12 attempts.</p> <p>The Knights dished out 18 assists, with 7 offensive rebounds. Daeshon Shepherd and Deuce Jones led the way, scoring 24 and 23 points, respectively. Jones shot 72.7% from the field, while Jameel Morris was perfect from deep, hitting 3 threes on 3 attempts and shooting 80% overall.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense gave up 77 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field, as they hit 26 of their 61 shot attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, the Knights allowed 23 makes on 43 attempts, a 53% shooting rate. They held the other team to just 3 made threes on 18 attempts, a 16% shooting percentage. At the free-throw line, the opposition shot 73%, converting 22 of 30 attempts. Fairleigh Dickinson also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Minnesota Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Minnesota’s season record dropped to 6-5 after an 82-67 loss to Indiana on Monday. The Gophers were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>After trailing 44-31 at halftime, Minnesota couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 38. The Gophers will need to regroup after this road loss.</p><p>In their last game, Minnesota's offense put up 67 points, shooting 47.3% from the field. Their two-point shooting was solid at 54.5% (24/44), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 18.2% (2/11) of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 86.7% of their attempts (13/15).</p> <p>Dawson Garcia led the way with 22 points, shooting 60% from the field. Oumar Ballo was perfect from the floor, going 5/5 and adding 18 points and 7 rebounds. Malik Reneau also contributed 16 points and 7 boards, while Kanaan Carlyle knocked down 3 threes, finishing with 14 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Minnesota's defensive struggles, they allowed 82 points on 56% shooting from the field. The Golden Gophers gave up 66% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 39 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota's defense held the opposition to 28% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 14 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Nuggets (-211) are a 5.5-point favorite against the Suns (+176) in a Western Conference matchup. Denver (15-11) is 5th in the West, while Phoenix (14-13) is 11th.</p>

<p>The over/under line for the game is 233 points. Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 ET at Ball Arena in Denver. ALT will broadcast the game.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-110 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Suns Secure a Win at Denver?</h3><p>The Suns dropped to 14-13 after a 133-125 home loss to the Pistons on Saturday. Phoenix, favored by 5.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 258.5 went well over the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>Detroit’s 10-0 run early on set the tone, but Phoenix fought back, outscoring the Pistons 33-23 in the 2nd quarter. However, the Pistons edged out the Suns 39-35 in the 3rd, and despite Phoenix’s 31-30 advantage in the 4th, they couldn’t close the gap after entering the final quarter down 103-94.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 43 points, including 13 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, in the Suns' 125-point effort against the Pistons. Bradley Beal added 26 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Tyus Jones contributed 19 points, hitting 3 threes at 100% efficiency.</p> <p>Phoenix shot 57.7% from the field and 48.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 14 threes. Durant hit 4 threes, shooting 44.4% from deep, and added 6 assists and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns struggled against the Pistons, giving up 133 points on 55% shooting. Phoenix allowed 41 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 3rd, with Detroit scoring 30 in the 4th to seal the win.</p> <p>The Suns also had trouble defending the three, as the Pistons hit 19 threes at a 48% clip. Phoenix sent Detroit to the line 22 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Suns finished with 9 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Will the Nuggets Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Denver improved to 15-11 on the season with a 132-129 win over the Pelicans on Sunday. Despite being -8.5 point favorites, the Nuggets didn’t cover the spread, winning by just three points. The game’s total score of 261 points exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 29.5 points.</p> <p>Denver mounted a comeback after trailing 93-81 entering the 4th quarter. They outscored the Pelicans 38-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each scored 27 points in the Nuggets' 132-129 win over the Pelicans, with Jokic adding 13 rebounds and 10 assists. Russell Westbrook contributed 21 points, shooting 64.3% from the field.</p> <p>Denver hit just 10 three-pointers, shooting 30.3% from deep, but finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50.5%. Jokic made 2 threes, hitting 66.7% from beyond the arc, while Murray also connected on 2 threes, shooting 22.2%.</p><p>Despite a shaky 2nd quarter where the Nuggets gave up 38 points, they tightened up defensively in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 26 points in each to help secure the win. Denver held the Pelicans to 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Nuggets did a solid job defending the three, as New Orleans shot just 30% from deep, making 12 threes. Denver also sent the Pelicans to the line 23 times, where they hit 17 free throws. The Nuggets finished with 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Ravens are favored on the money line at -210 as they prepare to take on the Texans at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th. The Texans are the underdog at +176, and the point spread favors the Ravens by -4. The over/under line is set at 47.5 points for this week 17 AFC matchup, which is being televised on NFLX.</p><h3>BALTIMORE RAVENS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans +4</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 29 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ravens Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 10-5 record, the Ravens sit 5th in our power rankings and have a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They’ve won two straight games, including a 34-17 victory over the Steelers in week 16. Baltimore was a 7-point favorite in that game and covered the spread, improving their ATS record to 8-6-1. Their O/U record stands at 12-3, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Ravens have a 52.6% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 3-2 in division games and 6-4 in conference play. Baltimore is 5-2 at home and 5-3 on the road.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Ravens at the top heading into week 17. They lead the NFL in yards per game with 423.7 and are 3rd in points per game, averaging 30.1. Baltimore ranks 5th in passing yards per game, despite being 26th in pass attempts. They lean heavily on the run game, ranking 3rd in attempts and 2nd in rushing yards per game with 181.2. On 3rd downs, the Ravens convert 48.2% of the time, which is 3rd best in the NFL, but they are 30th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson threw for 207 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 16, posting a passer rating of 115. Derrick Henry had 24 carries for 162 yards, and Zay Flowers led the team with 5 catches for 100 yards. Baltimore scored in every quarter against the Steelers, putting up 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters. Before that, Jackson had a 5-touchdown game in week 15, and he threw for 237 yards in week 14.</p><p>Despite giving up 117 rushing yards to the Steelers, the Ravens' defense came away with a 34-17 win. They allowed 198 passing yards on 22 completions, with Pittsburgh finishing with 315 total yards. Baltimore's defense also forced one interception and recorded three sacks.</p>
<p>On the day, the Ravens held Pittsburgh to a 40% third-down conversion rate and won the battle in quarterback hits, finishing with a +6 differential. Even though the Steelers managed to run for 117 yards, they averaged 4.9 yards per attempt.</p><h3>Are The Texans Going Win In At Upset At NRG Stadium</h3><p>Despite their week 16 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans have locked up the AFC South with a 9-6 record. They are 4-1 in the division and 7-3 in conference play, putting them 4th in the AFC standings. Our power rankings have them 11th heading into week 17, when they will host the Ravens.</p> <p>Houston has a +1.3 scoring margin this season and is 6-8-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-9-1, with their games averaging 44.9 points (O/U line: 44.8).</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.1 points per game, which places them 13th in the NFL. They are 20th in passing yards per game (213.7) and 18th in rushing yards per game (109.6), with 25.9 rushing attempts per game. On 3rd down, they rank 15th with a conversion rate of 38.2%, and they are 19th in red zone conversions, scoring on 21.6% of their opportunities.</p> <p>In week 16, C.J. Stroud threw for 244 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions against the Chiefs, completing 23 of 39 passes. Joe Mixon led the team in rushing with 57 yards on 14 carries, while Tank Dell had 6 catches for 98 yards and a touchdown. Dell is now out for the season with a knee injury.</p><p>In their 27-19 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans' defense allowed 375 total yards and 124 rushing yards on 28 attempts. They gave up 251 passing yards, with Kansas City completing 68.3% of their passes. Houston struggled on third downs, allowing the Chiefs to convert 53.8% of their chances.<p></p>The Texans' defense managed just one sack in the game and struggled to generate consistent pressure, as they lost the quarterback hit and tackles for loss differentials. Giving up 27 points, Houston's defense was unable to slow down the Chiefs' offense enough to come out with a win.</p>

Baltimore Ravens vs Houston Texans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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NFL Betting -- Raiders-Bucs: Does Home Field Mean Anything to Vegas?

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (+102) will host the Bucks (-122) in a Central Division matchup. Milwaukee is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a 15-12 record, while Chicago is 9th in the East at 13-16.</p>

<p>Oddsmakers have the Bucks favored by 1.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 233.5. You can watch the game on CHSN.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-140 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Milwaukee Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Milwaukee improved to 15-12 on the season with a 112-101 win over the Wizards on Saturday. Playing at home, the Bucks were favored by 8.5 points and covered the spread. The game’s total of 213 points fell short of the 218.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A pivotal 14-0 run by Milwaukee turned the game in their favor, stretching the score from 48-44 to 62-44. They held the Wizards to just 14 points in the 2nd quarter, and although Washington outscored them 29-26 in the 4th, the Bucks’ lead was too much to overcome.</p><p>Bobby Portis led the Bucks to a win over the Wizards, scoring 34 points and hitting 6 threes at a 66.7% rate. He also added 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Khris Middleton contributed 18 points, making 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>The Bucks made 20 threes as a team, shooting 41.7% from deep, though their overall FG% was 44.9%. Portis scored 13 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Bucks' defense tightened up after the 1st quarter, where they allowed 36 points. They bounced back in the 2nd, giving up just 14 points, and continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 22 points. Milwaukee gave up 29 points in the 4th but still held the Wizards to 101 points overall.</p> <p>The Bucks held Washington to 44% shooting but struggled to defend the three, where the Wizards hit 18 threes at a 42% clip. Milwaukee sent Washington to the line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Bucks also recorded 12 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Bulls Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Chicago dropped to 13-16 on the season after a 123-98 home loss to Boston on Saturday. The Bulls entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 221, falling short of the 239.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Boston took control with a 10-0 run, extending the score from 51-47 to 57-51. The Celtics outscored the Bulls 33-26 in the 2nd quarter, 32-23 in the 3rd, and 30-21 in the 4th.</p><p>The Bulls struggled offensively in their loss to the Celtics, shooting just 37.8% from the field. Their three-point shooting was below average at 34.1%, though they did hit 14 threes in the game.</p> <p>Nikola Vucevic led the Bulls with 19 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in the 4th quarter. Zach LaVine, Patrick Williams, and Coby White each added 14 points, with LaVine hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled against the Celtics, giving up 123 points while allowing Boston to shoot 48% from the field. Chicago allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, followed by 33 in the 2nd, 32 in the 3rd, and 30 in the 4th.</p> <p>Chicago did manage to limit Boston's three-point shooting, holding them to 33% from beyond the arc with 15 made threes. The Bulls also sent the Celtics to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 12 attempts. Defensively, Chicago recorded 8 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Jets versus the Maple Leafs? The puck drops at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Maple Leafs being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Jets.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Maple Leafs will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Winnipeg Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Jets improved to 24-10-1 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg trailed 2-0 in the first period, but seven different players scored to help the Jets come back. They took the lead for good with a goal at 15:57 in the third period.</p><p>The Jets' offense fired 34 shots on goal and scored 7 times in their 7-4 win over the Lightning. Each of their 7 goals came from a different player, with Vladislav Namestnikov netting his 3rd of the season. Logan Stanley added his 1st goal of the year, while Alex Iafallo scored on a power play, his 1st of the season.</p> <p>After trailing 2-0, Winnipeg got on the board with Namestnikov's goal at 7:37 in the first period. They added two more in the second and four in the third, including two empty-netters from Nikolaj Ehlers, his 9th goal, and Cole Perfetti, who scored his 4th. The Jets recorded 10 assists, with Josh Morrissey picking up his 13th of the season.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense got off to a rough start, allowing the first two goals of the game and a tying goal in the 3rd period, but they settled in after that, leading to a 7-4 win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, and the Jets' defense contributed 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Maple Leafs fell to 21-11-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. As the underdogs on the puck line, Toronto failed to cover, and the total of 3 goals was well under the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Toronto's only goal came at 19:08 in the first period, tying the game at 1. William Nylander scored his 9th goal of the season, a power-play goal. The Wild secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, scoring on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews, with his 6th assist, and Mitchell Marner, who now has 12 assists, contributed on Nylander's goal.</p> <p>The Maple Leafs recorded 28 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. Toronto had 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Toronto's defense gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the 1st period and the game-winner 2:14 into overtime. Despite those setbacks, Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense recorded 30 hits and 2 takeaways.</p>

Winnipeg Jets vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Lakers are favored by 5.5 points in a non-conference matchup against the Pistons. The over/under line is set at 224.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently on a three-game winning streak and is 6th in the Western Conference. Detroit is 10th in the East and has a record of 12-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-120 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Detroit Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 12-17 on the season with a 133-125 road win over the Suns on Saturday. The Pistons, who were +5.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 258, well over the pre-game line of 224.5.</p> <p>Detroit took control early, going on a 10-0 run to turn a 12-9 deficit into a 19-12 lead. They won the 1st quarter 41-26, but the Suns fought back in the 2nd, outscoring Detroit 33-23. The Pistons responded by winning the 3rd quarter 39-35 and entered the 4th with a 103-94 lead. Despite being outscored 31-30 in the final quarter, Detroit held on for the win.</p><p>The Pistons put up 133 points in their win over the Suns, shooting 55.1% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 48.7% clip. Cade Cunningham led the way with 28 points and 13 assists, while Jaden Ivey added 20 points and 8 assists, knocking down 4 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>Malik Beasley contributed 5 threes, finishing with 18 points. Cunningham scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Ivey and Jalen Duren each had 10 points in the opening period.</p><p>Despite giving up 125 points, the Pistons managed to secure a win over the Suns on Saturday. Detroit allowed 26 points in the 1st quarter but gave up 33 in the 2nd, 35 in the 3rd, and 31 in the 4th. The Suns shot 57% from the field.</p> <p>The Pistons also allowed Phoenix to hit 14 threes at a 48% clip. The Suns went to the line 23 times, making 21 free throws. Detroit gave up 6 offensive rebounds while recording 13 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 16-12 on the season with a 103-99 win over the Kings on Saturday. L.A. picked up the road victory as +4 point underdogs, and the game’s total of 202 points fell well short of the 227.5-point line.</p> <p>Los Angeles took control early, leading 31-26 after the 1st quarter. The Kings narrowed the gap by outscoring the Lakers 27-25 in the 2nd quarter, but L.A. regained momentum by edging Sacramento 25-24 in the 3rd. Both teams scored 22 points in the 4th quarter, allowing the Lakers to hold on for the win.</p><p>LeBron James led the Lakers to a 103-99 win over the Kings, finishing with 32 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 54.2% from the field. D'Angelo Russell added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>The Lakers struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 threes at 25.7%, while shooting 48.2% overall. LeBron scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and 11 in the 2nd, adding 7 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Lakers' defense was solid throughout, limiting the Kings to just 99 points in their win. They gave up 26 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd but tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing 24 points in the 3rd and 22 in the 4th.</p> <p>Los Angeles held Sacramento to 43% shooting, including just 27% from beyond the arc, where the Kings made 10 threes. The Lakers also sent the Kings to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers grabbed 39 rebounds, allowed 11 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>The Sycamores and Texans are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Texans will host the game at Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas. Indiana State is the -6.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Tarleton State. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS TARLETON STATE TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana State Sycamores -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Baha Mar Convention Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-67 in favor of the Sycamores.</li><li>Not only will Indiana State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Indiana State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Indiana State picked up an 83-80 win over Iona on Saturday, November 30th. The Sycamores were on the road and entered the game as -3.5 point favorites. While they got the win, they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 163, surpassing the over/under line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>Indiana State was tied 45-45 at halftime but managed to outscore Iona 38-35 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Dejour Reaves led the way for Indiana State with 30 points and 6 threes, shooting 66.7% from deep and 61.1% overall. Adam Njie Jr. added 21 points, despite hitting just 1 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>As a team, the Sycamores hit 11 threes at a 40.7% clip, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 62.7% and shooting 52.9% from the field overall. They also connected on 75% of their free throws, going 18 for 24 from the line.</p><p>Indiana State's defense gave up 80 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 51% of their attempts (21/41).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana State allowed 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they made 11 free throws (57%). The Sycamores gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Tarleton State Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Tarleton State Texans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tarleton State pulled off a 61-59 road win over Hofstra on Saturday, November 30th. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Texans not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Tarleton State led 31-26 at halftime and added 30 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The combined points for the game were 120, falling under the O/U line of 126.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Tarleton State put up 61 points, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49%. They connected on 5 of 10 three-point attempts, hitting 50% from deep, while their two-point shooting stood at 43.6% (17/39). At the free-throw line, the Texans shot 66.7%, making 12 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Ronnie Harrison Jr. led the way with 27 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three. Jean Aranguren added 21 points, hitting 4 of 10 from beyond the arc, and Bubu Benjamin chipped in 15 points, also shooting 40% from three. The Texans grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Tarleton State's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 32% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 7 of 22 attempts for 31%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Texans gave up 9 threes on 28 attempts, a 32% rate. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 75%.</p>

Indiana State Sycamores vs Tarleton State Texans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Beavers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN. Oregon State is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 132.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Beavers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 8-2 on the season with a 74-65 road win over Charleston on Sunday. The Beavers entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 139 fell just under the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon State led 35-26 at halftime and matched Charleston's 39 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Oregon State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They hit 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (5/20).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beavers were solid, making 23 of 29 attempts (79.3%). Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor each contributed 16 points, with Rataj also grabbing 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, hitting 6 of 7 shots for 14 points and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Oregon State's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a strong effort limiting them to 36% shooting from the field. The Beavers gave up 21 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense allowed 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Can Oakland Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland improved to 3-7 on the season with a 72-71 win over Loyola Chicago on Sunday. The Golden Grizzlies were +7 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Oakland led 33-27 at halftime, but the Ramblers made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Oakland 44-39. The game’s total points of 143 went over the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oakland's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 9 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Miles Rubin led the way with 21 points on 9 of 11 shooting, while Allen Mukeba, Malcolm Christie, and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each added 20 points. Christie and Edwards both hit 6 threes, with Edwards shooting 46.2% from deep. The Golden Grizzlies grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 71 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oakland's defense conceded 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%. Oakland allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ramblers and Cougars. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Get ready to place your bets! Loyola Chicago is favored by -4.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ramblers Have What it Takes in Honolulu?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-2 on the season following a narrow 72-71 road loss to Oakland on Sunday. The Ramblers entered the game as -7 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago trailed 33-27 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 44 points while allowing 39. Despite the strong second-half effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.8% of their threes (7/22).</p> <p>Miles Rubin was a force inside, going 9/11 from the field and finishing with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Allen Mukeba and Malcolm Christie each added 20 points, with Christie hitting 6 threes at a 40% clip.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago’s defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ramblers allowed 50% shooting, as their opponents hit 18 of 36 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Chicago’s defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts. The Ramblers also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws for 90%. Loyola Chicago allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Cougars Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston dropped to 7-3 on the season after a 74-65 loss to Oregon State on Sunday. The Cougars were +7 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 139 fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Charleston trailed 35-26 at halftime but couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 39 points after the break.</p><p>Charleston managed just 65 points in their latest game, shooting 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range (6/24). Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit 17 of 25 free throws (68%).</p> <p>Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor led the Cougars with 16 points each, with Rataj adding 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, shooting 6/7 from the field for 14 points and contributing 4 assists.</p><p>Charleston’s defense held their opponent to 74 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 44% from two-point range, where they allowed 15 made baskets on 34 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars limited their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17, shooting 68%.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Devils picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can New York Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Rangers evened their record at 16-16-1 with a 5-2 victory over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with a short-handed goal at 16:16 in the first period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin scored twice, with his 9th goal coming on an empty net and his 8th on a power play. Chris Kreider netted his 8th goal as well, while Vincent Trocheck added his 4th. Adam Edstrom scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers took 40 shots on goal, scoring once on a power play and once while shorthanded.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their third-period performance from their previous game against the Islanders, where they didn't allow a goal in the final frame. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the Rangers’ defense added 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed in the third came with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored New Jersey?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 22-11-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. New Jersey entered the game as the puck line favorites, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames broke through at 5:34. New Jersey’s offense couldn’t find the net, managing just 22 shots and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, despite putting 22 shots on goal. The Devils had 19 giveaways and were unable to score in any period.</p> <p>New Jersey didn't score on the power play, nor did they manage any shorthanded or empty net goals. The team was held without a goal for the entire game.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held firm through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. New Jersey's defense also recorded 5 takeaways, 22 hits, and 15 blocks.</p>

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<p>The Cavaliers (-271) travel to New Orleans to take on the Pelicans (+219) at the Smoothie King Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 ET and the game will be televised on BSNO.</p>

<p>Currently, the Pelicans (-7) are riding a four-game winning streak and are favored over the Cavaliers (+7), who have lost two straight. The over/under line for this non-conference matchup is 216.5.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers +7</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, March 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-113 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with Donovan Mitchell points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cavaliers Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Today, the Cavaliers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak as they face the Pelicans. Cleveland's most recent game was a 117-111 loss to the Suns. The O/U line for that game was 220.5, and the Cavs covered the spread as 7-point underdogs.</p>

<p>This season, the Cavaliers have an O/U record of 30-34-1, and their games have averaged 223.4 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 216.5, and Cleveland has seen the over hit in three straight games.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Cavaliers are 32-31 for the season and 15-13 ATS on the road. As underdogs, they are 11-9 ATS on the road and 9-12 overall. In the Eastern Conference, the Cavs are 3rd with a record of 41-24.</p>

<p>On average, Cleveland's games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 216.5. In fact, 53 of their 65 games have had higher O/U lines. The Cavs' O/U lines have averaged 224.5 points this season.</p><p>On the road, the Cavaliers are averaging 112.8 points per game, which is 18th in the league. Overall, they are 18th in scoring at 113.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Heading into this game, the Cavaliers have scored less than their season average in seven straight contests. In terms of pace, they are 20th in the NBA at 97.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, Cleveland is 13th in field goal percentage at 47%. They are also 10th in two-point shooting (56%) and 17th in three-point shooting (36%). So far this season, the Cavaliers are 7th in three-pointers made per game (13.6).</p><p>This season, the Cavaliers' defense is the 5th ranked defense in the NBA at 5th PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 63.1% of their games. Opponents are hitting 51.8% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 36.3% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Does New Orleans Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Pelicans have won four straight games and are looking to extend that streak today against the Cavaliers. In the Western Conference, the Pelicans are currently in 5th place with a record of 39-25.</p>

<p>At home, the Pelicans are 18-12 straight-up and 17-13 against the spread. As the favorite, they are 26-13 straight-up and 20-18 ATS. Today, they are favored by 7 points.</p>

<p>On the season, the Pelicans have a 35-28 ATS record, going 20-18 ATS as the favorite. Their O/U record for the season is 28-36, and the under has hit in their last two games.</p>

<p>New Orleans' most recent win came against the Hawks, with the Pelicans winning by a score of 116-103. The O/U line for that game was 221.5, and the Pelicans covered the spread (-6.5).</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Pelicans have averaged a combined 227.5 points per game, which is higher than today's O/U line of 216.5. On average, their games have had an over/under line of 229.7.</p><p>When playing at home, the Pelicans have averaged 117.2 points per game this season, which is 12th in the league. Overall, they are 13th in scoring at 116.4 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Pelicans have outscored the NBA scoring average in 56.2% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 8th in the league at 48%. In addition, they are 10th in true shooting percentage.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pelicans are 5th in three-point shooting percentage at 38%. However, they are just 23rd in three-point attempts per game. In terms of pace, the Pelicans are 17th in the league.</p><p>In the current season, the Pelicans defense has excelled, sitting 8th in the NBA by allowing 111.1 points per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Pelicans are forcing 12.7 per game, which is 16th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 17th in blocked shots at 5 per game.</p>

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