<p>The Rockets and Boilermakers are set to face off at 6:00 ET on BTN. The Boilermakers will host the game at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Purdue as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 155.5 points.</p><h3>TOLEDO ROCKETS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toledo Rockets +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOLEDO ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue winning straight-up, we like Toledo at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Toledo Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Toledo Rockets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Toledo's season record dropped to 5-5 after a 78-49 loss to Houston on Wednesday. The Rockets were +30 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Toledo trailed 39-22 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the second half, scoring 27 points while allowing 39. They'll look to bounce back in their next game.</p><p>Toledo's offense struggled mightily in their last game, putting up just 49 points while shooting 29.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit only 27.8% from three-point range, connecting on 5 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Terrance Arceneaux was a bright spot, shooting 58.3% overall and grabbing 9 rebounds. Joseph Tugler was efficient as well, hitting 5 of 6 shots and scoring 13 points in just 16 minutes.</p><p>Despite Toledo's defense giving up 78 points, they held their opponent to just 16% shooting from beyond the arc, with only 4 made threes on 24 attempts. However, the Rockets struggled to contain the two-point shooting, allowing 26 baskets on 43 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>Toledo sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they knocked down 14 free throws, shooting 73%. The Rockets also allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Boilermakers Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Purdue dropped to 8-4 on the season after an 87-69 home loss to Auburn on Saturday. The Boilermakers were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Purdue found themselves in a 41-26 hole at halftime. While they managed to score 43 points in the 2nd half, they couldn’t slow down Auburn, who put up 46 points after the break.</p><p>Purdue's offense managed 69 points in their last game, shooting 39% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 45.8%, with a 41.7% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Johni Broome led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall. Tahaad Pettiford contributed 18 points and 5 assists, while C.J. Cox hit 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Despite Purdue's defensive efforts, they gave up 87 points in their last game. They held their opponent to 39% shooting overall, with 23 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Purdue's opponent shot 41%, hitting 15 of 36 shots. They also connected on 8 of 23 three-point attempts, good for 34%. At the free-throw line, Purdue's opponent went 15 for 23, a 65% rate. Purdue also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Toledo Rockets vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Rattlers? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at Al Lawson Center in Tallahassee, FL. Prairie View A&M is favored by -1 in this Southwestern Athletic conference contest against Florida A&M. The game's over/under currently sits at 148.5 points.</p><h3>PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS VS FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida A&M Rattlers +1</p><p>This game will be played at Al Lawson Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, February 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Rattlers.</li><li>Not only will Florida A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>So far this season, Prairie View A&M has a record of 9-14, including a 5-6 mark in Southwestern Athletic Conference play. On the road, they are just 4-12, and they are coming off a loss to Bethune-Cookman.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, the Panthers have gone 4-2, and they have been favored in six of their 23 games. Overall, their average scoring margin on the road is -12.0 points per game, and they have lost two straight games.</p><p>When looking at Prairie View A&M's ATS record this season, they have gone 8-14. On the road, their ATS mark is 7-9 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are just 3-6-1. In their last three road games, the Panthers have gone 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Prairie View A&M games is 12-10. Today's over/under line of 148.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (144.5). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points and their OU record during this stretch is 2-1. On the year, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Prairie View A&M offense ended with 78 points against Bethune-Cookman. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 45.9% and made 5 threes. Leading Prairie View A&M in scoring vs. Bethune-Cookman was Charles Lane Jr. with his 22 points. Brian Myles also added 18 points for the Panthers.</p><p>Facing Florida A&M, Prairie View A&M aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 77.2 points allowed per game (288th). Against Bethune-Cookman in their most recent game, the Prairie View A&M defense gave up a total of 84 points while allowing Bethune-Cookman to hit 53% of their shots.</p><h3>Can the Rattlers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida A&M has been an underdog in 18 of its 21 games this season, and the Rattlers are coming off a 78-75 loss to Texas Southern. They are 2-16 as underdogs this season, and their average scoring margin at home is -7.7.</p>

<p>For the season, the Rattlers are 4-17 overall, including a 2-10 record on the road. They have lost three straight games and have a 2-8 record in Southwestern Athletic Conference play.</p><p>Florida A&M has an ATS record of 8-11 this season and they are 3-4 against the spread at home. As the underdog, the Rattlers have gone 7-11 vs. the spread this year and they are 3-7 in their last 10 games as the underdog. Their ATS mark as the underdog over their last 3 games is 1-2.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for the Florida A&M Rattlers sits at 9-10 and their games have averaged 146.2 points. Today's over/under line of 148.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (141.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 134 points and their OU record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>The Florida A&M offense is coming off a game where they scored 75 points against Texas Southern. They posted a field goal percentage of 49.2% and connected on 6 threes. Keith Lamar led the team in scoring, putting up 18 points. Additionally, Jalen Speer contributed 14 points for the Rattlers.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Florida A&M is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 81.0 points per game (328th). The Florida A&M defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 78 points and allowed Texas Southern to connect on 6 threes.</p>

Prairie View A&M Panthers vs Florida A&M Rattlers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/12/24

<p>ESPN will be covering the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl matchup between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Navy Midshipmen, set for 12:00 ET on Friday, December 27th. The game will be played at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, with Oklahoma technically the away team. The over/under line is at 44.5 points, and the Sooners are the -8.5-point favorites. The money line odds are +240 for Navy and -290 for Oklahoma. The Sooners are 6-6 on the season, while Navy comes in at 8-3.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA SOONERS VS NAVY MIDSHIPMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amon G. Carter Stadium at 12:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oklahoma Sooners winning this one by a score of 28 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the Oklahoma Sooners winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -8.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oklahoma Sooners Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Oklahoma enters their Week 1 matchup against Navy with a 6-6 record. They’ve gone 4-3 at home and 1-3 on the road this season. The Sooners have been favored in four of their 12 games, going 3-1 as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Their ATS record stands at 5-6, with a 2-2 mark on the road and 3-4 at home. Oklahoma is 2-2 against the spread as the favorite this season.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is set at 44.5 points. Oklahoma’s games have averaged 45.9 points, and their average over/under line has been 48.5 points, with a margin of -5.0 points.</p><p>Oklahoma’s offense has been heavily reliant on their run game, averaging 41.8 rushing attempts per game, which ranks 13th nationally. However, they are only 71st in rushing yards, with 161.9 yards per game. Jovantae Barnes leads the team with 577 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 4 yards per carry.</p> <p>Quarterback Jackson Arnold has thrown for 1,421 yards, completing 62.6% of his passes, with 12 touchdowns and three interceptions. Oklahoma ranks 118th in passing yards per game and 70th in scoring, with 24.3 points per game. They are 107th in third-down conversions, and Arnold’s passer rating is 89.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense, ranked 25th nationally, has allowed 21.6 points per game this season. In their recent game against LSU, they gave up 37 points, including 285 passing yards and three touchdowns. LSU also ran for 110 yards on 29 carries.</p> <p></p><p>Despite the loss, Oklahoma's defense has been strong against the run, ranking 19th in the nation by allowing just 107.5 rushing yards per game. Opponents have averaged 212.4 passing yards per game with a 60.5% completion rate.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Navy Midshipmen Upset The Oklahoma Sooners?</h3><p>Navy enters Week 12 with an 8-3 record, having gone 4-1 on the road and 3-2 at home. They’ve been favored in six of their 11 games, posting a 5-1 record as the favorite. At home, they are 2-0 when favored and 1-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The Midshipmen have a 7-3 record against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of +9.1 points per game. They are 4-1 ATS on the road and 3-2 at home, covering five of six games as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Navy’s over/under record is 6-4, with their games averaging 55.5 points. Their average over/under line is 50.2 points, and this week’s line is set at 44.5 points.</p><p>Navy’s offense is averaging 32.3 points per game, placing them 30th in the nation, and they are ranked 27th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 1. Their strength is their rushing attack, averaging 249.2 yards per game on 45.1 attempts, ranking 10th nationally. Eli Heidenreich leads the team with 402 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored three touchdowns.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Blake Horvath has thrown for 1,154 yards, with 11 touchdowns and four interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 108. Navy ranks 106th in passing attempts per game and 129th in passing yards, averaging 128.2 yards through the air. Nathan Kent, the leading receiver, has 184 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Navy's defense has allowed 23.2 points per game this season, ranking 23rd nationally. In their recent win against East Carolina, they gave up 20 points and forced one interception. The defense allowed 350 total yards, including 219 passing yards and two touchdowns, while holding East Carolina to 131 rushing yards on 34 attempts.</p> <p>Opponents have averaged 220.6 passing yards per game against Navy, completing 58.9% of their passes. On the ground, Navy's defense has faced 36.5 rushing attempts per game, allowing an average of 162.5 rushing yards, ranking 110th in the country.</p>

Oklahoma Sooners vs Navy Midshipmen Betting Pick & Prediction Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Islanders face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Islanders are hosting the game at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Islanders as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Sabres.</li><li>We like the Sabres on the moneyline (+132)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Sabres Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>After a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, the Sabres fell to 11-19-4. Buffalo led early with a short-handed goal from Alex Tuch, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second period.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, didn’t cover. They’re now 0-1 in their last game.</p><p>Buffalo took 32 shots on goal but only managed one score in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch netted his fifth goal of the season, coming on a shorthanded play 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres had 13 giveaways and didn’t record any assists. They were shut out in both the second and third periods.</p><p>Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, but Buffalo's defense allowed two second-period goals, both on the power play, leading to a 2-1 loss to Detroit. The Sabres' defense finished with 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Islanders Chances at Home</h3><p>The Islanders dropped to 13-14-7 after a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Going into the game, the total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that figure. The Islanders, as the underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>New York fell behind 2-0 before Casey Cizikas scored at 15:22 in the second period. The Islanders added another goal in the second, but the Rangers pulled away with two more goals in the third, including an empty-netter.</p><p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers but only found the net twice. Casey Cizikas scored for the first time this season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth goal, coming with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p> <p>New York had 23 giveaways and was held scoreless in the first and third periods. The Islanders registered 4 assists, with Simon Holmstrom picking up his fourth of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders gave up the first goal just 3:44 into the game and allowed two more in the 3rd period, including an empty-netter. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage, while the defense added 12 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Hockey Club versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. In this Western matchup, the Hockey Club are favored by -1.5 goals against the Kraken. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Kraken to come out on top with a final score of 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (-102)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Hockey Club Secure a Win at Seattle?</h3><p>Utah fell to 16-13-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5, and Utah, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They had a 2-0 lead before Vegas scored four unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for Utah, with Logan Cooley netting the first goal at 11:52 in the first period. Vegas tied it up with just 0:01 left in the second period and secured the win with a goal at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club managed 3 goals on 19 shots in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. Ian Cole netted his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot also found the net for the second time this year.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, giving him 2 on the season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist, and Cooley added his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will look to bounce back after allowing four straight goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored at the 15:06 mark of the 2nd period, then added goals at 19:59 in the 2nd, 5:37 in the 3rd, and 2:15 into overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%. Utah's defense also recorded 21 hits and 8 takeaways.</p><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Seattle’s 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped them to 16-19-2 for the season. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period.</p> <p>As underdogs, the Kraken failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short.</p><p>Seattle’s offense was shut out in a 2-0 loss to Boston. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net. They also had 19 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>None of the Kraken’s players scored or recorded an assist. Seattle failed to score on the power play and didn’t register any shorthanded or empty-net goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came just 3:23 in, and the second at the 10:03 mark. However, they tightened up after that, not allowing another goal. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 3rd place Knicks (-634) will travel to Washington to take on the 15th place Wizards (+452). The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is currently set at 230.5 points.</p>

<p>Currently, the Knicks are favored by 11.5 points and have won 7 straight games. The Wizards, on the other hand, are just 5-24 on the season and are 11.5 point underdogs at home.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 145-135 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Kyle Kuzma finishing with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for New York as Away Favorites</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 22-10 this season after a 136-132 win over the Wizards on Saturday. New York was favored by 13 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 268 exceeded the O/U line of 225 by 43 points.</p> <p>Washington went on a 12-0 run, extending their lead from 87-85 to 99-85. However, the Knicks rallied, outscoring the Wizards 29-21 in the 4th quarter to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 55-point performance powered the Knicks to a 136-132 win over the Wizards, shooting 58.1% from the field and adding 9 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 30 points and 14 rebounds, hitting 68.4% of his shots, while Mikal Bridges added 21 points.</p> <p>New York shot 52.6% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 10 threes at a 25% rate. Brunson scored 19 points in the 3rd quarter and 9 more in overtime, while Josh Hart added 6 of his 13 points in the extra period.</p><p>Despite giving up 132 points, the Knicks managed to secure a win over the Wizards. They allowed 33 points in the 1st quarter and 38 in the 3rd, but tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 21 points. Overall, the Wizards shot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks allowed Washington to hit 17 threes at a 44% clip. The Wizards also went 13/15 from the free-throw line. Defensively, the Knicks recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Washington Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>After a 136-132 loss to the Knicks on Saturday, the Wizards are now 5-24 this season. Despite being +13 point underdogs, Washington kept it close at home. The game’s total of 268 points was well over the 225-point line.</p> <p>Washington appeared poised for an upset after a 12-0 run, extending their lead from 87-85 to 99-85. However, the Knicks rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Wizards 29-21 to take the win.</p><p>In their 136-132 loss to the Knicks, the Wizards shot 51.5% from the field and connected on 17 three-pointers at a 44.7% clip. Justin Champagnie led the way with 31 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at 83.3% efficiency and shooting 86.7% overall.</p> <p>Champagnie scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Malcolm Brogdon added 7 of his 22 points in overtime. Bilal Coulibaly contributed 18 points, including 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled against the Knicks, giving up 136 points on 52% shooting. Washington allowed New York to score at least 28 points in every quarter, including 32 in the 1st. The Wizards did manage to limit the Knicks' three-point shooting, holding them to just 10 made threes on 25% shooting.</p> <p>Washington sent New York to the line 26 times, where the Knicks converted 24 free throws. The Wizards gave up 10 offensive rebounds while recording 7 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

New York Knicks vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

I was thinking the other day, "Hey, whatever happened to Matt Flynn?" What made me think of it is that I remembered a friend and associate, who had anointed himself a football "expert," suggested back in 2012 that the Seattle Seahawks were making a big mistake by making Russell Wilson the starting quarterback after having signed Flynn as a free agent.

Flynn had thrown for 480 yards and six touchdowns in a game against Detroit, while filling in for an injured Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay. So suddenly he was a hot property. Of course, <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports"><strong>BetAnySports</strong> </a>customers all know by now how that turned out. Seattle wasted a $9 million guarantee on Flynn's $20.5 million contract, and Wilson went on to lead the team to a Super Bowl title.

As a youngster, Wilson did the kind of things that the Philadelphia Eagles are hoping Jalen Hurts might be able to do. But in the opinion of some, there's a "Matt Flynn" on the scene in Philly, and his name is Carson Wentz.

Just like there may have been some initial resistance to dropping Flynn, because of his big contract, there may be something that, for the time being, could be keeping Wentz around. Something like a four-year, $128 million contract extension he signed last year, with $107 million of that money in the form of a guarantee.

That, right there, could be the reason why head coach Doug Pederson - perhaps under pressure from management and/or ownership - has said he's made no plans to bench Wentz in favor of Hurts. No team's front office wants to make it look like it failed.

Not that we think Hurts has any magic potion. Or that he can push the Eagles ahead of the pack in the NFC East, where they are currently a half-game behind the Giants and the "Football Team."

But if he can add something a little different to the formula, it might help the Eagles in Monday night's game against Wilson and the Seahawks, which begins at 8:15 PM ET. at Lincoln Financial Field (ESPN).

Here are the Monday Night Football odds, as they are posted at BetAnySports:

<strong>Seattle Seahawks -6.5</strong>
<strong>Philadelphia Eagles +6.5</strong>

<strong>Over 48.5 Points -110</strong>
<strong>Under 48.5 Points -110</strong>

Wentz has a tendency to crumble. And his ledger is filled with negative plays; indeed, he came into this week's action leading the NFL in both interceptions (14) and sacks (40). That's not the kind of QB you can win with. He holds the ball a long time, and he isn't particularly nimble.

But the Eagles intend to throw some variety into the mix. The word is that Hurts, who was on a national championship team at Alabama before transferring to Oklahoma and becoming a Heisman Trophy finalist, will be inserted into the game to run the team for a series or two at a time, or for special "package" plays.

Amidst Wentz's mistakes, what some folks may have missed here is that the Eagles have been getting people back. No, Zach Ertz isn't ready to go, but they haven't put together a bad group of wide receivers, and with Miles Sanders, they don't have a bad running game. They need to deal with Carlos Dunlap, who has brought more of a pass rush to Seattle, but remember that the Seahawks' defense has been one of the worst in the NFL , and historically one of the worst ever.

Sure, we're nervous about taking the Eagles, because they did, after all, have a better team last year and lost TWO 17-9 decisions at the Linc to Seattle. But this total is wide-open for them, especially if Hurts can run around a little and create something, so we'll go OVER here.

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<p>Betting on today's Bearcats and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, KS, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on CBSS. Cincinnati is favored by -3.5 in this Big 12 conference matchup the against Kansas State. The over/under for the game is set at 140.5 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS KANSAS STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bramlage Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Kansas State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bearcats Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Cincinnati Bearcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 84-49 win over Grambling State on Sunday. Cincinnati, heavy favorites at -29, covered the spread with ease.</p> 

<p>Leading 37-24 at halftime, the Bearcats locked down defensively in the second half, allowing just 25 points while scoring 47. The game’s total points of 133 fell just under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Cincinnati put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.3%, thanks in large part to their 63.6% shooting on two-pointers (21/33).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearcats hit just 28.1% of their attempts (9/32), but they made up for it with 18 offensive rebounds and 17 assists. At the free-throw line, they connected on 75%, going 15/20.</p><p>Despite Cincinnati's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 49 points, even while allowing them to shoot 46% from the field. The Bearcats gave up 21 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cincinnati's defense limited their opponent to 9 made threes on 32 attempts, a 28% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 of those opportunities, shooting 75%.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats dropped to 6-5 on the season after an 84-65 road loss to Wichita State on Saturday. Kansas State entered the game as -1.5 point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 149, just under the O/U line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Kansas State led 33-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 32 points while allowing 55 to the Shockers.</p><p>Kansas State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 28.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.5%, and they hit only 40% of their free throws, going 6 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Xavier Bell led the Wildcats with 24 points, shooting 9 of 17 from the field. Macaleab Rich added 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, while Corey Washington contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds, making 6 of 8 shots and 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Kansas State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed their opponent to hit 53% of their two-point attempts, with 26 makes on 49 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense allowed 4 threes on 10 attempts, a 40% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, a 90% success rate. Kansas State gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Cincinnati Bearcats vs Kansas State Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Predators and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Jets are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Jets will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Nashville Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Predators improved to 11-18-7 with a 5-2 victory over the Avalanche. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Nashville fell behind early, but five different players contributed goals to secure the win. The Avalanche scored first at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with Steven Stamkos’ goal at 11:29 in the same period to even the score.</p><p>Nashville’s offense tallied 5 goals on 25 shots in their recent game against Colorado, with two of those goals coming on empty nets. The Predators were shut out in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play to tie the game 1-1. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Roman Josi added his first goal of the season, also on a power play. Filip Forsberg scored his 7th goal on an empty net, while Gustav Nyquist closed out the scoring with his 4th goal, also on an empty net. The Predators finished with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held strong otherwise, helping the Predators secure a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p><h3>Can The Jets Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Winnipeg improved to 26-10-1 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. The Jets covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>The Jets fell behind 2-0 in the first period before scoring seven of the next nine goals. Seven different players scored for Winnipeg, with two of their goals coming with an empty net.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was highlighted by two empty-net goals in their 7-4 victory over Tampa Bay. The Jets fired 34 shots on goal and scored seven times, with each goal coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets, marking his third goal of the season.</p> <p>Logan Stanley netted his first goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his first on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers scored his ninth goal with an empty net, and Cole Perfetti followed with his fourth, also into an empty net. The Jets finished with 10 assists, including Josh Morrissey’s 13th of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing four goals in their previous game against the Lightning. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense registered 5 takeaways and 31 hits. They also blocked 13 shots, but they’ll look to start stronger after giving up the first two goals of the game, including one at 6:49 in the first period.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Jazz will host the Nuggets in a Western Northwest division matchup. The Nuggets (-264) are favored by 6.5 over the Jazz (+218). Utah has lost three straight and is 14th in the West, while Denver is 7th in the West and 2nd in the Northwest.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City and can be seen on KJZZ.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS UTAH JAZZ BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-110 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Nuggets Ready for a Win at Salt Lake City?</h3><p>The Nuggets improved to 17-13 on the season with a 134-121 win over the Pistons on Saturday. Playing at home, Denver entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total score of 255 points exceeded the pre-game line of 235.</p> <p>After trailing 38-36 in the 1st quarter, Denver took control by outscoring Detroit 31-23 in the 2nd quarter and 47-28 in the 3rd. The Pistons went on an 11-0 run in the 4th, but the Nuggets’ lead was too large to overcome.</p><p>Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets to a 134-121 win over the Pistons, scoring 37 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, shooting 64.7% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 80%. Jamal Murray added 34 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, making 4 threes at 57.1%, while Michael Porter Jr. contributed 26 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%.</p> <p>Denver shot 56.1% from the field and made 13 threes at 48.1%. Jokić scored 16 points in the 1st quarter and another 12 in the 3rd, while Murray poured in 21 of his points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Nuggets gave up 38 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up defensively in the 2nd, allowing just 23 points. They gave up 28 points in the 3rd and 32 in the 4th, finishing with 121 points allowed.</p> <p>Denver held the Pistons to 30% shooting from three-point range, with Detroit making 12 threes. The Nuggets also sent the Pistons to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws. Denver finished with 9 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Utah Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Utah fell to 7-23 on the season after a 114-111 loss to the 76ers on Saturday. Despite being +7.5 point underdogs, the Jazz kept it close at home, losing by just three points. The total score of 225 points narrowly went over the pre-game line of 224.5.</p> <p>Utah started strong, going on a 12-0 run to take an early lead, but the 76ers responded by outscoring them 35-18 in the 2nd quarter. The Jazz bounced back in the 3rd, winning the quarter 29-24, and entered the 4th tied at 81-81. However, they were edged out in the final quarter, 33-30.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 23 points in their 114-111 loss to the 76ers, hitting 5 threes at 33.3% efficiency. He scored 11 of his points in the opening quarter. Collin Sexton and Brice Sensabaugh both added 20 points, with Sensabaugh shooting 60% from deep.</p> <p>Utah connected on 12 threes at a 33.3% clip, shooting 48.3% overall from the field. Jordan Clarkson contributed 17 points, including 11 in the 3rd quarter, while Sensabaugh added 7 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz had strong efforts in the 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing just 22 and 24 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 35 points in the 2nd and 33 in the 4th, leading to a 114-111 loss to the 76ers.</p> <p>Utah held Philadelphia to 43% shooting overall, including 36% from three-point range, where the 76ers made 13 threes. The Jazz sent the 76ers to the line 37 times, where they converted 29 free throws. Utah finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 10 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Seahawks and Pirates. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Pirates at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 140 points, with East Carolina being favored by -5.5 over UNCW.</p><h3>UNCW SEAHAWKS VS EAST CAROLINA PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Minges Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will East Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Seahawks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>UNCW Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UNCW improved to 5-1 on the season with a 76-61 home win over Appalachian State on Saturday. The Seahawks, who were -3.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>UNCW led 44-33 at halftime and held Appalachian State to 28 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The total points for the game were 137, just over the O/U line of 134.</p><p>In their last game, the UNCW Seahawks put up 76 points, shooting 41% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 18 of 22 free throws, good for 81.8% at the line. The Seahawks also pulled down 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p> <p>CJ Huntley led the way with 17 points, shooting 6 of 11 from the field. Donovan Newby and Jalil Beaubrun each added 16 points, with Beaubrun grabbing 11 rebounds. Nolan Hodge contributed 15 points on 6 of 10 shooting, and Harlan Obioha was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots in just 15 minutes of play.</p><p>Even with UNCW's defense allowing 61 points, they couldn't overcome their offensive struggles in this one. The Seahawks gave up 41% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 25 of 61 shots.</p> <p>UNCW's defense allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts (48%) and 8 threes on 26 tries (30%). They also sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they converted 18 free throws (81%).</p><h3>Can the Pirates Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>East Carolina Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>East Carolina improved to 5-1 on the season with a convincing 93-69 home win over North Carolina A&T on Friday, November 29th. The Pirates, who were favored by 13 points, covered the spread and moved to 5-1 on the season. The game’s total points of 162 exceeded the over/under line of 150.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 44-33 at halftime, East Carolina scored 49 points in the 2nd half while holding the Aggies to 36. The Pirates’ strong 2nd half performance helped them pull away and secure the win.</p><p>East Carolina's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 93 points with a 52.1% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.2%, thanks to 60.9% shooting on two-pointers and 36% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 87% of their free throws, hitting 20 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>The Pirates dished out 26 assists, with Cam Hayes and Jordan Riley each contributing 6. Hayes also added 20 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 75% from three-point range. Ryan Forrest led the team with 25 points, despite shooting just 34.8% overall and 16.7% from deep.</p><p>East Carolina's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 69 points on 52% shooting from the field. They gave up 37 made baskets on 71 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, they allowed 60% shooting, with the opposing team hitting 28 of 46 two-point attempts. From three-point range, they allowed 9 made threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, an 87% success rate. East Carolina gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UNCW Seahawks vs East Carolina Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Tigers game? Catch the action at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Princeton is favored by -5.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Zips Ready for a Win at Princeton?</h3><p>Akron improved to 5-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Jackson State on Saturday, December 21st. The Zips entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined points of 118 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading just 30-29 at halftime, Akron clamped down defensively, allowing only 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own to pull away for the win.</p><p>Akron struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 9 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they managed to score 68 points.</p> <p>On the bright side, the Zips grabbed 24 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Shammah Scott and Isaiah Gray both shot 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Akron's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 28% shooting from the field. The Zips were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 11/38 on two-point attempts, also at 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, with the opponent shooting 28% from deep. The Zips also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%.</p><h3>Will Princeton Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 8-4 on the season with an 83-82 road win over Rutgers on Saturday, December 21st. Princeton entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 46-44 at halftime but outscored Rutgers 39-36 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes on 27 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 44.4% from the line, going 8 for 18.</p> <p>The Tigers dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Dylan Harper led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 6 from three. Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each added 21 points, with Pierce pulling down 14 rebounds and Lee contributing 11 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 29 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 23 two-point baskets on 44 tries, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 6 of 19 shots, shooting 31%. Princeton also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, or 78%. The Tigers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Akron Zips vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>ABC will broadcast this week 17 NFC matchup between the Lions and 49ers, which kicks off at 8:15 ET. The Lions are favored on the road with a point spread of -3.5 and a money line of -196. The 49ers, the home team, have a money line of +164 and the over/under line is set at 50.5 points. The game is being played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.</p><h3>DETROIT LIONS VS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Levi's Stadium at 8:15 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 25 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Lions Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 13-2 record, the Lions sit atop our NFL power rankings and have a 76.3% chance of winning the NFC North. They bounced back from their week 15 loss to the Bills by beating the Bears 34-17 in week 16, covering the 6.5-point spread. The O/U line was 47.5, and the teams combined for 51 points.</p> <p>Detroit has an average scoring margin of +12.9 points per game and is 10-4-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 8-6-1, with the over hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Lions are 3rd in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in scoring, averaging 32.9 points per game, and are 2nd in passing yards per game (264.7) despite ranking 15th in pass attempts. Detroit also ranks 6th in rushing yards per game (143.9) on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Jared Goff has been on fire, posting a passer rating of 136 in week 16, with 336 yards and 3 touchdowns on 23/32 passing. He threw for 494 yards and 5 touchdowns in week 15 and had 283 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 14. Jameson Williams led the team in receiving in week 16, with 5 catches for 143 yards.</p><p>In their 34-17 win over the Bears, the Lions' defense gave up 323 passing yards on 26 completions. Chicago had a tough time running the ball, with just 59 yards on 17 attempts. Despite allowing 382 total yards, Detroit's defense limited the Bears to a 20% third-down conversion rate.<p></p>The Lions' defense recorded two sacks and had two more quarterback hits than the Bears. Chicago did find the endzone twice through the air, with the Lions allowing two passing touchdowns.</p><h3>Are The 49ers Going Win In At Upset At Levi's Stadium</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the 49ers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak, which includes a 29-17 loss to the Dolphins in week 16. San Francisco was favored by 1.5 points in that game but couldn’t get the win, dropping their record to 6-9. Despite their record, the 49ers rank 9th in our NFL power rankings, but their playoff chances are now at 0.0%.</p> <p>Against the spread, the 49ers are 5-10 this season, with an average scoring margin of -1.2 points per game. They are 5-8 ATS as favorites and 0-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points compared to an average line of 46.3.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the 49ers rank 16th in the NFL with 22.1 points per game and 8th in total yards, averaging 365.7 per contest. They are 21st in passing attempts but 7th in passing yards, with 235.7 per game. On the ground, they rank 13th in rushing attempts and 10th in rushing yards, averaging 130 per game. San Francisco is 10th in 3rd-down conversions and 7th in red zone attempts, but they sit 21st in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Brock Purdy threw for 313 yards (26/40) with 2 touchdowns and an interception in week 16 against Miami. George Kittle had 8 catches for 106 yards, and Purdy led the team in rushing with 26 yards on 4 carries. Before that, the 49ers scored just 6 points in week 15, with Purdy posting a passer rating of 45 against the Rams.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled to stop the run in their 29-17 loss to the Dolphins, giving up 166 yards on the ground across 30 attempts. They also allowed 215 passing yards, with Miami completing 64.7% of their passes. The 49ers' inability to generate pressure was evident, as they failed to record any sacks and finished with a -5 differential in quarterback hits.</p><p></p><p>Despite their struggles, the 49ers did manage to hold Miami to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down. Overall, the defense had a tough time slowing down the Dolphins' offense, as they allowed 381 total yards in the game.</p>

Detroit Lions vs San Francisco 49ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Golden Eagles? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, MS. Milwaukee is favored by -1.5 in this non-conference contest against Southern Miss. The game's over/under currently sits at 157.5 points.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE PANTHERS VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Milwaukee Stun the Crowd at Reed Green Coliseum?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Panthers fell 84-76 to UCF on Wednesday, November 27th. Milwaukee, who entered the game as +13 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-40 at halftime, Milwaukee scored 36 points in the 2nd half but allowed 41. The game’s total points of 160 went over the 154.5-point line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Panthers put up 76 points, shooting 46.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.3%. They hit 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 22 attempts, while shooting 51.2% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Darius Johnson led the way, hitting 8 of 10 threes and finishing with 28 points on 64.3% shooting. Jamichael Stillwell added 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while Themus Fulks contributed 6 assists.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense gave up 84 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, including 48% on two-point attempts (19/39).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Milwaukee allowed 11 threes on 24 attempts (45%) and sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws (81%).</p><h3>Do the Golden Eagles Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Southern Miss Golden Eagles Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Southern Miss dropped to 0-1 on the season after an 82-74 loss to Abilene Christian on Monday. The Golden Eagles entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 156, going over the pre-game line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Southern Miss trailed 49-40 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as they were outscored 33-34 after the break.</p><p>Southern Miss put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and hitting 56.2% of their threes (9/16). Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their strong performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Golden Eagles struggled, shooting just 59.4% (19/32). Neftali Alvarez led the team with 21 points and 5 assists, while Bradyn Hubbard contributed 16 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 2/2 from three-point range.</p><p>Southern Miss struggled defensively, giving up 82 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 21 of 38 two-point attempts to be converted, a 55% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern Miss held their opponent to just 9 attempts, with 3 of those being made, for a 33% three-point shooting percentage. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 40 times, where they hit 31 free throws, a 77% rate. Southern Miss also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Milwaukee Panthers vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Hose and Gamecocks game? Catch the action at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC, as the Gamecocks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on SECN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and South Carolina is favored by -18.5 vs. Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</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 Presbyterian at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Presbyterian Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Blue Hose fell to 4-7 on the season after an 86-81 home loss to Manhattan on Saturday, December 21st. Presbyterian, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Presbyterian led 43-30 at halftime but were outscored 43-30 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Presbyterian put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 11 threes at a 35.5% clip and went 20-for-29 from the free-throw line, good for 69%. The Blue Hose grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists.</p> <p>Carl Parrish led the way with 23 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep and adding 9 rebounds. Kory Mincy, Will Sydnor, Jaden Winston, and Devin Dinkins each contributed 18 points, with Mincy also handing out 7 assists.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 86 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, opponents hit 11 of 31 threes, shooting 35%. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws.</p><h3>Will South Carolina Win at Home?</h3><p>South Carolina improved to 9-3 this season with a 74-48 win over Radford on Sunday. The Gamecocks were -13.5 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-30 at halftime, South Carolina dominated the 2nd half, outscoring Radford 44-12 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 39.2% from the field. They connected on 9 of 30 three-point attempts, hitting 30% from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%. Inside the arc, they shot 52.4%, going 11 for 21 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Gamecocks were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 25 of 27 attempts for a 92.6% mark. They grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Jamarii Thomas led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Collin Murray-Boyles added 15 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>South Carolina's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 11 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 30%, making 9 of 30 three-point attempts. South Carolina also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 92% rate. The Gamecocks gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>The Highlanders and Bulldogs are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs will host the game at Chace Athletic Center in Smithfield, RI. The odds for this America East conference game currently have Bryant as the -12 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 147 points.</p><h3>NJIT HIGHLANDERS VS BRYANT BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: NJIT Highlanders +12</p><p>This game will be played at Chace Athletic Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NJIT HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Bryant winning straight-up, we like NJIT at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Highlanders Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Today, NJIT is a 12-point underdog against Bryant. So far, the Highlanders have gone 5-20 as the underdog this season. They come into this game with a record of 7-20, and they have lost five games in a row.</p>

<p>On the road, NJIT is 2-12 this season, and they have lost four straight games away from home. Their average margin of defeat on the road is -13.7 points per game. In their most recent game, they lost to UMBC by a score of 79-60.</p><p>As the underdog, NJIT has gone just 1-2 against the spread in their last 3 games and 9-16 vs. the spread overall this season. On the road, they have gone 6-8 vs. the spread this year and 5-5 in their last 10 games. Their overall ATS mark is 10-16.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 147 for NJIT's game against Bryant is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (143.2). This year, their over/under record is 8-18 and their games have averaged 140.1 points. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 141 points.</p><p>Most recently, the NJIT offense finished with just 60 points vs. UMBC. For the game, they hit 5/29 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 28.6%. Tariq Francis is leading the team in scoring at 14.8 points per contest. Mekhi Gray has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 9.9 going into the game.</p><p>The Highlanders' defense is presently ranked 226th nationally, allowing an average of 74.1 points per contest. The NJIT defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 79 points and allowed UMBC to connect on 5 threes.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>After losing three straight games, Bryant is looking to get back on track as they host NJIT. So far, the Bulldogs have gone 6-3 at home compared to 9-9 on the road. This season, they have been favored in 14 out of 29 games, going 10-4 in those contests.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, Bryant lost to Massachusetts-Lowell by a score of 89-67. Over their last 10 games at home, the Bulldogs have gone 8-2.</p><p>As the favorite, Bryant has gone 7-7 vs. the spread this season. At home, they are just 4-5 ATS and have gone 1-4 ATS in their last five home games. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bulldogs are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 147 is lower than the average over/under line in Bryant's games this season (151.4). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. The average scoring total in their last three games is 144 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Bryant offense tallied 67 points in a matchup against Massachusetts-Lowell. Their field goal percentage for the game was 36.8%, and they made 2 threes. Sherif Gross-Bullock is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 18.3. Meanwhile, Earl Timberlake also brings a PPG average of 15 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Bulldogs' defense is ranked 263rd in the country at 75.6 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.6 threes per game vs. NJIT. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 28.4%.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Rangers versus the Panthers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NHLN. The game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Panthers are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Rangers in a Eastern conference matchup.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</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 spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Rangers Chances on the Road</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Islanders, the Rangers improved to 16-18-1 this season. The Rangers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers in this one. Artemi Panarin led the way with two goals, including one at 3:23 in the third period to put the game out of reach. The Rangers had a 2-0 lead before the Islanders got on the board at 15:22 in the second period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin found the net twice in the Rangers' 5-2 win over the Islanders, bringing his season total to nine goals. He scored on a power play in the second period and added an empty-net goal in the third. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal of the season, while Vincent Trocheck followed with his 4th. Adam Edstrom also contributed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad picked up three assists, now totaling eight for the season. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored once on a power play. They also netted a shorthanded goal, courtesy of Kreider in the first period.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry the momentum from their last game, where they allowed just two goals and secured a 5-2 win over the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves, posting a 94.6% save percentage. The Rangers' defense also contributed 10 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Panthers improved to 22-13-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. Florida covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players, with A.J. Greer breaking a 2-2 tie at 2:32 in the third period. Sam Reinhart added an empty-netter at the 19:00 mark to seal the victory.</p><p>Florida’s offense netted four goals in their 4-2 win over the Stars, with A.J. Greer scoring his first goal of the season and Sam Reinhart adding his 10th on an empty net. The Panthers took 25 shots on goal and scored once on the power play, with Matthew Tkachuk finding the net for the third time this season.</p> <p>Carolina’s 4-2 win over the Sharks saw them take 25 shots on goal, with A.J. Greer scoring his first of the year and Sam Reinhart adding his 10th on an empty net. The Panthers’ 16 giveaways didn’t stop them from netting four goals, including a power play score by Matthew Tkachuk, his third of the season.</p><p>Florida's defense gave up two goals to the Stars, both coming in the second period. However, they shut out Dallas in the first and third periods, helping the Panthers secure a 4-2 win. Goalie Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage. Florida's defense also contributed 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

New York Rangers vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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<p>Betting on today's Broncos and Dons game? Catch the action at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA, as the Dons hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this West Coast conference game currently have San Francisco as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Dons -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO DONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Not only will San Francisco pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Santa Clara Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Santa Clara improved to 9-5 on the season with a 91-80 win over Pepperdine on Saturday, December 28th. The Broncos were at home and entered the game as -15.5 favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the over/under line of 154.5.</p> <p>Santa Clara led 52-43 at halftime and outscored Pepperdine 39-37 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 50.7% shooting performance from the field. They excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 45.5% of their threes, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%.</p> <p>The Broncos shared the ball well, dishing out 22 assists, with Adama-Alpha Bal leading the way with 8. Stefan Todorovic paced the team with 25 points, while Tyeree Bryan and Dovydas Butka also had strong performances, with Butka shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 55% of their two-point attempts, going 19/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Broncos gave up 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 11 times, where they converted 8 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Dons Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 10-3 this season with a 70-55 win over Loyola Marymount on Saturday. San Francisco, who were -10.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 31-25 at halftime and outscored the Lions 39-30 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>San Francisco managed just 38.1% shooting from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 32.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 34 attempts, while shooting 44.8% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Jevon Porter led the Dons with 22 points, despite missing all 6 of his three-point attempts. Malik Thomas added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Marcus Williams contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 of 8 threes.</p><p>San Francisco's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 38% shooting from the field. The Dons limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 44% (13/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws (68%).</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Hornets and Tigers face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers are hosting the game at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Grambling State as the -5.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>DELAWARE STATE HORNETS VS GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware State Hornets +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Grambling State winning straight-up, we like Delaware State at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Delaware State as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware State improved to 2-6 on the season with a 71-59 win over NJIT on Wednesday. The Hornets, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>They led 36-30 at halftime and held NJIT to 29 points in the second half while scoring 35 themselves. The game’s total points (130) fell under the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Delaware State put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 38.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They hit 5 of 13 from beyond the arc, shooting 38.5% from three-point range, and connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 14 for 21.</p> <p>Robert Smith led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 of 9 from deep and shooting 52.4% overall. Tim Moore Jr. added 20 points, shooting 50% from the field. The Hornets grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the game.</p><p>Delaware State's defense held their opponent to just 59 points, allowing them to shoot 38% from the field on 26 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 21 two-point baskets on 54 tries, also at a 38% rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Hornets allowed 5 made threes on 13 attempts, with their opponent shooting 38%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 14, shooting 66%. Delaware State gave up 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Tigers?</h3><p>Grambling State’s struggles continued on Monday as they fell to Southeastern Louisiana, 75-65, dropping their season record to 0-7. The Tigers were -3 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 140, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-29 at halftime, Grambling State showed some fight by outscoring the Lions 36-35 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure their first win of the season.</p><p>Grambling State's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 46% from the field and 43.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 16 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 52%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16.</p> <p>Sam Hines Jr. led the way with 19 points on 8 of 12 shooting, while Kam Burton added 18 points, hitting 6 of 10 from the field and 6 of 10 from three. The Tigers managed just 1 offensive rebound but dished out 14 assists, with Jakevion Buckley contributing 7 assists and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Grambling State gave up 75 points in this one, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. The Tigers' defense saw 34 two-point attempts, with 16 finding the mark for a 47% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grambling State's defense allowed 7 threes on 16 attempts, a 43% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 75%. On the glass, the Tigers gave up just 1 offensive rebound.</p>

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<p>The Rockets and Bucks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on BSW. The Bucks will host the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The over/under for this game is set at 230.5 points, and the Bucks are the home favorites against the Rockets in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets +7</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 109-106 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with Giannis Antetokounmpo points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.6% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Rockets Chances on the Road</h3><p>Coming into today's game, the Rockets have won five in a row and are 13-9 overall. In the Western Conference, they are 12-8 compared to 1-1 in non-conference play.</p><p>The Rockets have successfully covered the spread in their last five games and hold an overall ATS record of 16-5. Houston has covered the spread in two straight road games and are 5-4 ATS on the road compared to 11-1 at home.</p><p>The Rockets offense is coming off a game where they scored 103 points against the Grizzlies. They posted a field goal percentage of 36.4% and connected on 11 threes. Houston's offense is currently one of the slower paced teams in the NBA, at 97.3 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 14th in attempts and 19th in three-point shooting percentage.</p><p><p>So far this season, the Rockets defense has been performing well, ranking 1st in the NBA at 105.1 points allowed per contest.</p><p>In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Rockets defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 51.7% while allowing 30.9% from downtown.</p></p><h3>Can Milwaukee Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Today's game features the Bucks, who are looking to add to their three-game winning streak. Overall, they are 18-7 and are in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference while holding down first place in the Central division.</p><p>Milwaukee's ATS record is currently below .500 at 11-14 for the season. Milwaukee has covered the spread in two straight home games and are 6-9 ATS at home compared to 5-5 on the road.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, Milwaukee's offense scored 146 points against the Pistons. Their field goal percentage for the game was 56.8%, and they went 27/32 from the free-throw line. Currently leading the team in scoring is Giannis Antetokounmpo who comes into today's matchup averaging 31.6. Damian Lillard also heads into the game with a PPG average of 25.2.</p><p><p>At present, the Bucks' defense is ranked 23rd, allowing 119.2 points per game.</p><p>When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Bucks squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.6% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 34.9% from downtown.</p></p>

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<p>If the Cleveland Indians are going to hang around in either the AL Central or the Wild Card race, they’ll need more games like Saturday and fewer games like Friday. Another close game came down to the wire yesterday, as the Tribe was able to hold on to the lead in the ninth inning and close out a 3-2 victory. That made up for Friday night’s devastating 5-4 defeat.</p>



<p>The Oakland A’s are going to need to win more of those late toss-ups if they want to keep pace with the Houston Astros, but Houston’s 10-1 blowout loss meant no damage in the standings.</p>



<p>The A’s and Indians play the rubber match today at the Coliseum and Oakland is a hefty favorite in the -165 range with a total of 8.5 at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/"><strong>BetUS Sportsbook</strong></a> in the battle between Zach Plesac and Chris Bassitt.</p>



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<p>The Indians lost on Friday and won on Saturday, so they failed to gain any ground on the White Sox and still trail by eight games in the AL Central. The undermanned offense is still a detriment day in and day out, but the cobbled together pitching staff in light of the injuries to Aaron Civale, Shane Bieber, and Zach Plesac has performed admirably all season long.</p>



<p>Friday’s setback was another in a long list of them for Emmanuel Clase, who pitched a good eighth inning on Saturday before James Karinchak had a dicey appearance for the save. Nothing comes easy for the Tribe, as they’ve been trying mightily to be positioned for meaningful games in August and September.</p>



<p>The offense really is quite poor. Cleveland ranks 23rd in wOBA, which is a step up from where the team was throughout most of the season. The team’s SLG is knocking on the door of .400 and it’s fair to wonder how much higher the baseline would be without a .271 BABIP, which is one of the lowest in the league.</p>



<p>This will be the second start for Plesac in his return from the IL. The right-hander has a 4.31 ERA and a 4.74 FIP in his 62.2 innings this season. Plesac broke his thumb taking off a shirt, which is a weird sentence to type, but the God’s honest truth. He allowed three runs on five hits in four innings last time out on July 8. With the extended layoff due to the All-Star Break, expect another pitch count for Plesac after making 55 tosses in that first start back.</p>



<p>That means another day with some expectations on the bullpen. Bryan Shaw, Emmanuel Clase, and James Karinchak have all pitched the last two days, so the Indians may need to rely on somebody else for some outs tonight.</p>



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<p>The A’s are another team plagued by a low BABIP, as their .275 mark has led to a .233 batting average. Oakland has a .313 wOBA to rank 14th in baseball and has a wRC+ of 102, a park-adjusted metric that accounts for the tough hitting environment of the Coliseum. Oakland walks more than Cleveland and hits for more power than Cleveland.</p>



<p>The A’s have a .307 wOBA at home, so we can definitely see the impact that the marine air and the big, spacious outfield and foul territory in Oakland has had on their full-season numbers. The A’s have tried to adopt a similar approach to the Tampa Bay Rays, who also play in a pitcher’s park. Oakland has a 10.4% BB% at home. On the road, they are much more aggressive swinging the bats.</p>



<p>Away from home, Oakland ranks sixth in wOBA and only has a 7.5% BB%. This game is at home, so we don’t have to concern ourselves with that road split, but it is definitely something to keep in mind as you handicap their games going forward.</p>



<p>Fortunately for the A’s, they aren’t likely to need a whole lot of run support today with Chris Bassitt on the bump. Bassitt has a 3.28 ERA with a 3.40 FIP in his 118 innings of work. The All-Star right-hander was supposed to pitch on Friday, but he got a couple of extra days of rest after being in Denver for the festivities. He also pitched an inning in the game.</p>



<p>Bassitt has struck out exactly one batter per inning to go with his elite command, showcasing a .269 BABIP and a 9.2% HR/FB%. He has a 32.8% Hard Hit%, which marks a nice return in that department after allowing a bit more hard contact than he would have liked last season, even though he posted a 2.29 ERA.</p>



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<p>Both games in this series have been very competitive, but today’s game looks to be a much more difficult matchup for the Indians. Bassitt is one of the best starters in baseball and Plesac is still trying to work his way back to form during what has been a trying and frustrating season for the kid. Cleveland’s bullpen usage in the first two games after the Break has them in a bit of a bind today. It will be the A’s in this one.</p>





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