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<p>At 7:40 PM ET, the Braves and Twins will square off in an interleague matchup. This one is being played at Target Field in Minneapolis, and the Twins are favored on the money line (-108). The money line odds have the Braves at -110.</p>

<p>There is a chance of rain in the forecast in Minneapolis on Tuesday, with temperatures expected to be in the mid to upper 70s. Spencer Schwellenbach is starting for the Braves, and the Twins will send Simeon Woods Richardson to the mound. Both teams have a starter with an ERA under 3.00. In the NL East, the Braves are 2nd with a record of 71-60, while the Twins are 3rd in the AL Central at 72-59.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -108</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 7:40 ET on Tuesday, August 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BRAVES VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Twins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Atlanta picked up a 10-6 win over the Twins in the most recent game of this series. The Braves offense got off to a fast start, scoring four runs in the first and adding five more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Twins got on the board with one run in the 5th and added their final five runs in the 7th.</p>

<p>Max Fried only went five innings for the Braves but gave up just one run and picked up the win. Bailey Ober struggled on the mound for the Twins, giving up nine runs in just two innings of work. He took the loss.</p>

<p>Whit Merrifield went 5/5 with two runs scored for the Braves, while Matt Olson and Travis d'Arnaud each homered. Marcell Ozuna had a two-hit game and drove in two runs.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 71-60, the Braves are six games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. Atlanta will be on the road today vs. the Twins, and they lead the series 1-0. So far this year, they have gone 22-18 in the division, and they have won four straight series.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 36-28 this season, and they are one game above .500 at 35-32 on the road. As the favorite, the Braves have gone 60-47 and 11-13 as the underdog. Atlanta has won three straight games on the road, and their overall series record is 23-15-5.</p><p>The Braves have been a good team to bet on the run line with this season, as they have a 60-71 record against the run line. They have been especially good on the road, where they are 34-33 against the run line. They have covered the run line in three straight road games and have a scoring margin of +0.9 runs per game on the road this season.</p><p>The Braves are on the road today against the Twins, and the over/under line is set at 8 runs. So far this season, the Braves have had an over/under record of 48-78, and their average combined run average is 8.2 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 8-13-1. Overall, 58.8% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs.</p><p>Spencer Schwellenbach gets the start for the Braves today as he faces the Twins on the road. He has made 14 starts this season and has a record of 5-6 with an ERA of 3.94. Schwellenbach's WHIP for the season is currently 1.03, and he has turned in eight quality starts. In his last outing, Schwellenbach pitched 6 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs on three hits. He finished with nine strikeouts in that outing and got the win. Before that, he had given up at least two homers in three straight starts.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been the Braves' top hitter this season, batting .307 with a league-leading 96 RBIs and 37 home runs, which is 4th in the MLB. Matt Olson is also a power threat in the lineup, as he has gone deep 23 times this season, but he is batting just .230.</p>

<p>Over the team's last five games, Matt Olson has gone 6/20 with four runs scored and two homers. Whit Merrifield has also been hot at the plate, going 9/18 in that stretch. As a team, the Braves are averaging 4.3 runs per game and are 4th in the league in home runs.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota is 72-59 overall and 3rd in the AL Central, 2.5 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. The Twins have gone 28-17 against other teams in the AL Central. So far, they have dropped the first two games of this series vs. the Braves, and they are just 4-6 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins are 37-27 this season and 35-32 on the road. As the favorite, Minnesota has gone 56-35 and 16-24 as the underdog. So far, they have been good at closing out series, going 24-15-3, but they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>Minnesota has been a strong run line bet on the road this season, going 36-31, but they have struggled at home, going 28-36. The Twins' average run margin on the season is +0.5, but that number jumps to +0.8 at home. Minnesota has been a run line underdog in 40 games this season, going 22-18 in those contests.</p><p>Minnesota's combined run average is 9.2 runs per game, and their over/under record is 67-60. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 8, their over/under record is 10-16-4. 40.5% of their games have had over/under lines set above 8 runs, while 36.6% have had lines set below 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson gets the start for the Twins today as he faces the Braves at home. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 5-3 with a 3.69 ERA. Woods Richardson's WHIP for the season is currently 1.18, and he has turned in seven quality starts. In his most recent outing, he went five innings, giving up one earned run on four hits. He finished with seven strikeouts in that outing. Woods Richardson has won each of his last two starts.</p><p>For the season, the Twins are averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 7th in the majors. They have been even better at home, putting up 5 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .253, which is 6th in the league, and have the 7th most home runs in the league.</p>

<p>Ryan Jeffers has been the Twins' top run producer this season, as his 59 RBIs are the best mark on the team. He also leads the Twins with 20 homers. Jeffers is hitting just .235 this season. Willi Castro and Carlos Santana have also been solid run producers, with 50 and 55 RBIs, respectively. Over his last eight games, Trevor Larnach is batting .370 with three homers and seven RBIs, while Matt Wallner has three homers in his last nine games.</p>

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<p>Zack Wheeler gets the start for the Phillies (90-72, 41-40 away) against Zac Gallen and the Diamondbacks (84-78, 43-38 home). Today will be game three of their series, with the Diamondbacks leading 2-0. Check out who see coming out on top in today's Philadelphia Phillies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks matchup.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES VS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks +113</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 8:07 ET on Saturday, October 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>In their previous five games, the Diamondbacks have a record of 3-2.</li><li>The Phillies are just 2-3 in their last five road games.</li><li>Across Zac Gallen's 34 starts, the Diamondbacks have put together a record of 21-16.</li></ul><h3>CAN THE PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES PULL OUT A WIN AS ROAD FAVORITES?</h3><p>This season, the Phillies are 90-72, putting them 2nd in the NL East. On the road this season, Philadelphia has been above .500 team at 41-40. Overall, they have gone 31-20-4 in their 55 series.</p><p><p>Heading into today's matchup, Philadelphia Phillies' Zack Wheeler has logged at least six innings in three consecutive starts. The right-hander is 13-6 on the season with an ERA of 3.61 and 212 strikeouts. Wheeler has limited opponents to a .364 slugging percentage and a .278 wOBA, while his WHIP stands at 1.08.</p></p><p>Zack Wheeler earned a quality start and a win in his last game against the Diamondbacks, as the Phillies came out on top with a 5-3 score. The right-hander allowed two runs and three hits over six innings of work.</p><p>During their last ten games, Philadelphia is the 19th ranked offense in terms of batting average. In these games, they have hit a combined .234 and are averaging 5 runs per game. Across the entire season, the Phillies are hitting .256 with an OBP of .327 while averaging 4.9 runs per contest. This figure puts them 8th in the league.</p><p>Kyle Schwarber is pacing the Phillies' offense in 2023, leading the team with 47 home runs and 104 RBIs. His slugging percentage for the season is a robust .474.</p><h3>WILL THE ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>For the season, the Diamondbacks have put together a record of 84-78 and are 2nd in the NL West, putting them 16 games out of first place. Arizona's overall series record sits at 32-21-3. On the road, they have gone 41-40 and 43-38 at home.</p><p><p>Today marks Zac Gallen's 38th outing of the season, with a 17-9 record to show for it. His ERA is 3.47 and he has limited opponents to a .278 OBP. Gallen has also struck out 220 batters and boasts a WHIP of 1.12. On the road, his ERA is 5.00 compared to 2.64 at home.</p></p><p>Zac Gallen suffered a 5-3 defeat to the Phillies after surrendering five runs on eight hits in his last start. The Diamondbacks were unable to come away with the win.</p><p>So far this season, the Diamondbacks' has gone deep 166 times, placing them 20th in the league. Over Arizona's previous five games, they are 14th in runs scored, with their season average of 4.6 runs per game putting them 14th in the league. The Diamondbacks' overall team batting average stands at .250 along with an OBP of .322.</p><p>Christian Walker has been a major contributor to the Arizona Diamondbacks' offensive success this season, leading the team in home runs with 33 and RBIs with 103. His slugging percentage is currently at .497, making him one of the most powerful hitters in the league.</p>

Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 10/21/23

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Celtics (-171) will take on the Timberwolves (+143) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is currently set at 219.5.</p>

<p>Currently, the Celtics are favored by 4 points, and they are 24-9 on the season. They are 2nd in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Atlantic Division. As for the Timberwolves, they are 17-15 and 8th in the Western Conference. They are 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -4</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-121 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Boston Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Boston improved to 24-9 on the season with a dominant 125-71 win over the Raptors on Tuesday. The Celtics, favored by 17 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 196 points fell well short of the 232-point O/U line.</p> <p>Boston’s defense set the tone early, holding Toronto to just 12 points in the 1st quarter. After a closer 2nd quarter, the Celtics went on a 13-0 run, extending their lead from 66-48 to 79-48. They then outscored the Raptors 45-18 in the 3rd quarter and 35-18 in the 4th.</p><p>The Celtics shot 54% from the field and hit 22 three-pointers at a 51.2% clip in their win over the Raptors. Jayson Tatum led the way with 23 points, 18 of which came in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Payton Pritchard added 19 points, knocking down 5 threes, while Derrick White contributed 16 points, including 10 in the opening quarter.</p><p>The Celtics put on a defensive clinic against the Raptors, allowing just 71 points in their win on Tuesday. Boston held Toronto to 12 points in the 1st quarter and limited them to under 20 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Boston's defense was especially strong from beyond the arc, where they held the Raptors to 10 made threes on 25% shooting. The Celtics also recorded 14 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 17-15 on the season after a 113-105 road loss to the Thunder on Tuesday, December 31st. Minnesota entered the game as +7 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 218, just over the pre-game line of 216.5.</p> <p>After leading 52-46 at halftime, the Timberwolves allowed a 13-0 run and were outscored 43-23 in the 3rd quarter. They entered the 4th quarter down 89-75 and outscored the Thunder 30-24 in the final period, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 113-105 loss to the Thunder, the Timberwolves shot 49.4% from the field, with a 39.5% success rate from three, connecting on 15 long-range shots. Anthony Edwards led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip, while Naz Reid added 19 points, and Mike Conley contributed 16 points, also making 4 threes at 57.1%.</p> <p>Edwards scored 13 of his 20 points in the 2nd quarter, while Reid added 11 points in the 4th. Conley chipped in 9 points in the 3rd, and Julius Randle scored 7 of his 11 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves had a solid 1st and 2nd quarter, giving up just 21 and 25 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 43 points, which proved costly. They tightened up in the 4th, conceding only 24 points, but it wasn't enough to secure a win.</p> <p>Minnesota did a good job limiting the Thunder's three-point shooting, allowing just 12 threes on 33% shooting. They sent Oklahoma City to the line 23 times, where the Thunder hit 17 free throws. The Timberwolves gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 3 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Red Wings and Blue Jackets. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Blue Jackets are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Red Wings.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Red Wings to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Red Wings on the moneyline (-101)</li><li>The Red Wings are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Red Wings Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 2-1 victory over the Sabres, the Red Wings improved to 15-18-4. Detroit, favored on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p>

<p>After trailing in the first period, the Red Wings responded with two goals in the second. Dylan Larkin scored both goals for Detroit, each coming on the power play.</p><p>Detroit’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season in the second period. The Red Wings fired 23 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Larkin’s goals came on power plays, with Patrick Kane picking up his 6th assist of the season. Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist, and Lucas Raymond notched his 10th.</p><p>Detroit's defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period but locked things down after that, not allowing another goal. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the Red Wings' defense added 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Blue Jackets?</h3><p>Columbus dropped to 16-16-6 after a 7-2 road loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals went over the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, giving up their first goal just 56 seconds into the game. They allowed five goals in the first period, before finally scoring at 19:11 in the second period.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 offensive giveaways and went without a power play goal. Sean Monahan picked up his fifth assist of the season on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese earned his second assist.</p><p>Columbus struggled defensively, giving up 7 goals on 22 shots from Washington. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but had a save percentage of just 68.2%. The Blue Jackets' defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 17 hits. Five of the goals they allowed came in the first period, and they gave up another at 4:51 in the second and one more at 18:34 in the third.</p>

Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Seahawks game? Catch the action at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC, as the Seahawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Towson.</p><h3>TOWSON TIGERS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCW Seahawks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will UNCW pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Towson improved to 4-8 on the season with a 70-65 win over Bryant on Sunday, December 22nd. The Tigers were favored by 4 points going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Towson led 33-28 at halftime and matched Bryant's 37 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 135, which was under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Towson's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, with a tough night from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 24 threes (20.8%). Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 52.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Earl Timberlake led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 47.6% overall. Barry Evans and Tyler Tejada each added 18 points, with Evans hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Towson also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists, with Timberlake contributing 4 of those.</p><p>Despite giving up 14 offensive rebounds, Towson held their opponent to 65 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Tigers allowed 52% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team making 21 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>Towson's defense shined on the perimeter, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. From the free-throw line, the other team went 13/17, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Can The Seahawks Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 8-3 on the season with an 85-74 win over UNC Asheville on Saturday. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>UNCW took control early, leading 44-30 at halftime. While they scored 41 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points to the Bulldogs, making the game closer than the first half suggested.</p><p>UNCW's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 21 from deep, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 21 of 28 for 75%.</p> <p>Jordan Marsh led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, while Nolan Hodge added 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Donovan Newby contributed 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, and Kameron Taylor was efficient, shooting 80% from the field for 18 points in 24 minutes.</p><p>UNCW's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field, hitting 28 of 58 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, as the other team made 20 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNCW's defense saw their opponents connect on 8 of 21 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 75%. UNCW allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Towson Tigers vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Canucks and Kraken are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Kraken will host the game at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Kraken are favored by -1.5 vs. the Canucks.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS 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 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Kraken coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Kraken on the moneyline</li><li>The Kraken should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Vancouver Shock Everyone at Climate Pledge Arena?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 17-11-8 this season. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver fell behind 1-0 in the second period, but Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks the lead at 4:22 in the third, but the Sharks tied it again at 18:43. Suter scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. He scored the team’s first goal at 5:19 in the second period and added another with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk also found the net, marking his 1st goal of the season at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 25 giveaways and had six assists on their three goals. Conor Garland picked up his 5th assist of the season, while Carson Soucy notched his 1st.</p><p>Vancouver's defense allowed the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and another at 18:43 in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win over the Sharks. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Canucks' defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Will Seattle Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, the Kraken fell to 17-19-2 this season. Seattle’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period, including one just 3:23 into the game.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 2. Seattle, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. They were shut out offensively, managing only 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Seattle's offense was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, despite firing 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with possession, committing 19 giveaways.</p> <p>Seattle was unable to score in any period, and none of their players found the net. The team also failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up an early goal just 3:23 into the first period and another at the 10:03 mark, but they held the Bruins scoreless the rest of the way. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage, while the Kraken's defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

Vancouver Canucks vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Scarlet Knights and Hoosiers game? Catch the action at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN, as the Hoosiers hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Indiana as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Hoosiers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA HOOSIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Not only will Indiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Scarlet Knights Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rutgers improved to 8-5 on the season with a dominant 91-64 win over Columbia on Monday, December 30th. The Scarlet Knights were -12 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 44-35 at halftime, Rutgers clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 29 points while scoring 47 of their own. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Rutgers put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.3%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-34 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Scarlet Knights dished out 26 assists, with Dylan Harper contributing 12 assists and 11 rebounds, along with 16 points on 4-of-7 three-point shooting. Ace Bailey led the team with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.1% from the field.</p><p>Even though Rutgers gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponents to shoot 47% from the field. The Scarlet Knights struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 59% of their attempts (25/42).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held their opponents to 32% shooting, with 11 threes made on 34 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 8 shots for 66%.</p><h3>Can the Hoosiers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Indiana improved to 10-3 on the season with a 77-68 win over Winthrop on Sunday. The Hoosiers were -16 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 145, which was under the O/U line of 163.5.</p> <p>Indiana led 41-37 at halftime and outscored Winthrop 36-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Indiana's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 1 of 20 attempts for a 5% three-point shooting percentage. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, connecting on 63% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Hoosiers also made 18 of 26 free throws, shooting 69.2% from the line, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Myles Rice led the team with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14 points. Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Indiana's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 30 of 66 attempts. Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where they allowed 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Indiana's defense was more effective, holding the opposition to just 1 of 20 shooting, a 5% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 18, shooting 69%. Indiana gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Cavaliers and Tigers face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN. The Tigers are hosting the game at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, SC. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 127.5 points, with Clemson being favored by -4.5 at home against Virginia.</p><h3>VIRGINIA CAVALIERS VS CLEMSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Clemson Tigers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Littlejohn Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEMSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Clemson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cavaliers Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Virginia comes into this game with a 16-5 overall record and a five-game win streak. The Cavaliers are 7-3 in Atlantic Coast Conference play and 9-2 in non-conference games. On the road, they are just 2-5 this season, but they have won two straight away from home.</p>

<p>Overall, Virginia has been the favorite in 17 of its 21 games, going 15-2 in those contests. As the underdog, the Cavaliers have gone 1-3. In their last game, they defeated Notre Dame, 65-53, and they are 2-1 in their last three road games.</p><p>As the underdog, Virginia has struggled against the spread this season, going just 1-3. Their overall ATS mark is 11-9-1, but they have gone just 2-5 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Cavaliers have an ATS mark of 3-7.</p><p>Virginia's over/under record for the season is currently 9-12. So far, their games have averaged 122.8 points compared to an average over/under line of 126.7, resulting in an average margin of -3.9 points. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 116 points and their OU record during this span is 1-2. For the year, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 127.5.</p><p>In their previous game, the Cavaliers' offense finished with 65 points, which is right in line with their current average of 65.3 points per contest. For the season, the Virginia offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 349th in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 44%.</p><p>In the current season, the Virginia defense has excelled, sitting 2nd in the nation by allowing 57.4 points per game. Against Notre Dame, the Cavaliers' defense gave up 53 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Notre Dame only made 4 free-throws.</p><h3>Can Clemson Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Through 20 games, Clemson has been the favorite in 15 contests and has gone 11-4 in those matchups. At home, the Tigers are 10-2 this season, and they have gone 8-2 in their last 10 games at Littlejohn Coliseum.</p>

<p>Coming off a 70-64 win over Louisville, Clemson is 14-6 overall and 4-5 in Atlantic Coast Conference play. For the season, the Tigers have outscored their opponents by an average of 11.5 points per game at home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Clemson has gone just 5-9-1 against the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Tigers are 3-6-1 vs. the spread. At home, Clemson is just 4-7-1 vs. the spread this year and over their last 3 home games, they have an ATS mark of 0-2-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Clemson games is 12-8, and today's line of 127.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (148.1). So far, 19 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points, and their over/under record in their previous 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 79.7 points per game, the Clemson had a below average performance. They scored 70 points against Louisville and had a field goal percentage of 43.1%. In terms of offense, the Tigers have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 81st in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 146th in percentage and 115th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Clemson defense is giving up an average of 72.6 points per contest. Against Louisville in their most recent game, the Clemson defense gave up a total of 64 points while allowing Louisville to hit 43% of their shots.</p>

Virginia Cavaliers vs Clemson Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>One of the most anticipated fights of the summer is coming this weekend, and will be headlining the stacked UFC 292 event. Arguably the greeted bantamweight champion of all-time, Aljamain Sterling, will be looking to defend his belt once again, this time against rising superstar 'Suga' Sean O'Malley.</p>



<p>Outside of the main event, we have plenty of great matchups and exciting bouts to enjoy on Saturday night. Let's take a look at a few and figure out the best bets to make to come away with money in our pockets.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-main-event-sterling-vs-o-malley">Main Event - Sterling vs. O'Malley</h2>



<p>The fight everyone is truly waiting for is Sterling vs. O'Malley. Sterling has a case for being the GOAT of the bantamweight division after defending his belt against the likes of Petr Yan, TJ Dillashaw, and Henry Cejudo. Before his title shot, he even choked out Cory Sandhagen in about 1 minute.</p>



<p>O'Malley has been in the spotlight ever since earning his UFC contract back in 2017 at Dana White's Contender Series. Since then, all we've seen from him is improvement and spectacular performances inside the octagon. Those performances mixing with his personality and flair led to superstardom.</p>



<p>After breaking down this fight and the clash of the wrestler vs. striker styles, it's tough to not go with Sterling to get his hand raised on Saturday night. He is going to be physically stronger, and he's an expert at taking his opponent's backs.</p>



<p>But you can not count O'Malley out. The "fans" of the sport on social media like to hate on him and not give him his flowers, but the kid has done nothing but improve and do awesome stuff inside the cage. He is fast, smart, and has great eyes that come along with impeccable timing and accuracy. There is more than a small chance he lands something clean on Sterling and finishes the fight at any moment.</p>



<p>To bang the book this weekend, think about taking O'Malley by TKO/KO at +250. The storyline, the situation… it all seems to add up. UFC 292 might be the night that the next big UFC superstar is born.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-other-key-fight-picks">Other Key Fight Picks</h2>



<p>The best part about UFC 292 is all the fights setting the table for the main event. On the prelims, you can see TUF alum Andre Petroski step up in competition and meet Gerald Meerschaert in the cage. Petroski is in his part of the country competing and will be fighting with a lot of pride. He is going to rag doll Meerschaert on the ground and submit him. (+175)</p>



<p>After that, we get to watch one of the most underrated fun fighters to see compete, Gregory' RoboCop' Rodrigues, go up against Dennis Tiuliulin. This is a must-see fight because the way Rodrigues hits people, it's almost scary to see through the TV. Rodrigues winning by TKO/KO is a safe bet at +150.</p>



<p>To round up the prelims, future UFC Hall of Famer Chris Weidman is set to return from a gruesome leg break two years ago and fight a tough UFC veteran in Brad Tavares. This is a tough matchup for Weidman at this stage of his career, but it's going to be special to see him make that walk, and hopefully, he puts on a good showing.</p>



<p>Lastly, the main card is full of awesome fights. From top bantamweights Chito Vera and Pedro Munhoz fighting for a potential title shot later this year to Neil Magny welcoming Ian Garry to the top 10 of the welterweight division.</p>



<p>The two LOCKS of the main card are Mario Bautista (-230) and Zhang Weili (-330 at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/s/betonline/">BetOnline</a>). Both of these two will have a great chance to finish this one inside the distance if you can find any good prop bets for the best payout.</p>

UFC 292 Betting Preview

<p><b><i>The NFL playoffs are fun to bet on and with some great games over the weekend and in the future, they will only get better. But if you bet at an elite sportsbook you can have some other NFL betting options to bet on that is off the field. </i></b></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The best sportsbook to bet on the National Football League could very well be the highly regarded sportsbook known as Bovada. At <strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/reviews/bovada/">Bovada</a></strong> they have a strong reputation for being a well-run sports betting platform that not only takes care of their clients but pays out in a quick and timely manner. They have everything that you are<strong> <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bovada">looking for in a great sportsbook</a></strong> and it only gets better when it comes to the NFL. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As far as the NFL playoffs are concerned they have a long list of great betting options which includes betting on the games and props, but they also have a very unique wagering opportunity when it comes to betting on the NFL off the field. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Bovada you bet on what coaches will be hired for what teams. They have a list of betting odds and options when it comes to betting on coaches between now and the start of the next season. If you are in tune to the latest rumors and rumblings from around the league you can turn that into big money at the betting window. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For example at one point Bovada had the odds for Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Adam Gase to become the next head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles at 8 to 1. When it was reported that the meeting with the Eagles went well, those odds dropped down to 4 to 1 and eventually went to (-200) as many expected that Gase would soon be the new coach in Philadelphia. Then something interesting happened. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gase met with the Miami Dolphins. Not only were the Dolphins impressed but they wanted to make sure that they did not lose Gase to another team, most notably the Eagles. So the deal was done and Gase signed on to be the next head coach of the Dolphins. This left people who bet that he would be with the Eagles holding a losing ticket, while Miami Dolphin fans were happy and so were the sports bettors that thought he would sign there. If you had bet that Adam Gase would be the next head coach of the Miami Dolphins you would have cashed in as high as 12 to 1. This shows where it pays to pay attention to the NFL news off the field and bet on where the coaches may go at top rated online sportsbook Bovada. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are still other coaches trying to land jobs to include the Giants Tom Coughlin and offensive coordinator Hue Jackson. There are still teams trying to get new head leaders like the Cleveland Browns and the San Francisco 49ers. If you think you know who will sign where you can make money when you <strong>bet on it at Bovada</strong>. </span></p>

Betting on the Coaches at Bovada

<p>The Lightning and Sharks are set to face off at 10:30 ET on NBCS. The Sharks will host the game at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>With the Lightning being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Lightning.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 20-12-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay held a 2-0 lead early, but the defense couldn't hold up, allowing seven unanswered goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 11, easily surpassing that mark. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the loss kept them from covering.</p> 

<p>Tampa Bay scored first, with Brandon Hagel finding the net at 13:11 in the first period. They added another goal at 11:58 in the first, but the Jets responded with seven straight goals. The Lightning managed to tie the game at 4-4 in the third period, but the Jets pulled away with three more goals, including two empty-netters.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for Tampa Bay, netting his 7th goal of the season. Brayden Point followed with his 8th goal, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, while Nikita Kucherov rounded out the scoring with his 10th goal, unassisted in the third period.</p> <p>The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, added a third goal in the second, and their final goal came with 13:09 left in the game, tying the score at 4-4.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning struggled late, allowing four goals in the third period, including two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson finished with a save percentage of 84.4% on 32 shots from the Jets.</p><h3>Can the Sharks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped them to 11-23-6 this season. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Sharks took the lead early in the second period with a goal from Nico Sturm, but the Canucks tied it up later in the period and went ahead in the third. Mikael Granlund scored for San Jose to even things up, but Vancouver responded with a goal at 19:34 in the third to secure the win.</p><p>The Sharks took 23 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to the Canucks. Mikael Granlund netted his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his 2nd goal, 2:37 into the second period.</p> <p>San Jose had 16 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Tyler Toffoli picked up his 5th assist, and William Eklund added his 7th assist on Granlund’s third-period goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after surrendering a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Magic (+245) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks (-300) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 213 points.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 17-9 and in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks are 12-11 and in 6th place in the East.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-79 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 11 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>Can The Magic Secure a Win at Milwaukee?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 17-9 on the season with a 115-110 win over the Suns on Sunday. Playing at home, the Magic were favored by 2 points and covered the spread. The game’s total of 225 points went over the 213.5-point line.</p> <p>After the Suns went on a 14-0 run early, the Magic battled back. The teams tied in the 2nd quarter, but Orlando edged Phoenix 27-25 in the 3rd. The Magic then outscored the Suns 31-23 in the 4th to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Suggs led the Magic with 26 points and 4 made threes in their win over the Suns, shooting 40% from deep. He scored 14 of his points in the 4th quarter. Goga Bitadze contributed 21 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field, with 10 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Orlando made 12 threes, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.7%. Cole Anthony added 14 points, scoring 7 of those in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 34 points in the 1st quarter, the Magic tightened up defensively as the game went on, allowing just 23 points in the 4th to help secure the win. Overall, they gave up 110 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Orlando struggled to defend the three, with the Suns hitting 13 threes at a 46% clip. The Magic sent Phoenix to the line 22 times, where they made 19 free throws. Defensively, the Magic recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Milwaukee Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks moved above .500 with a 118-113 road win over the Nets on Sunday, improving their record to 12-11. Milwaukee entered the game as 6-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread, winning by five. The total points for the game were 231, surpassing the O/U line of 215.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Bucks went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 86-79 to 96-79. Milwaukee and Brooklyn were tied at 86 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Bucks outscored the Nets 32-27 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to a win over the Nets, scoring 34 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Bobby Portis added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 100% efficiency, and Gary Trent Jr. contributed 20 points, making 3 threes.</p> <p>Milwaukee shot 57.4% from the field and 48.4% from three, making 15 threes overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, while Portis added 12 points in the 4th.</p><p>Even with the Nets shooting 50% from the field, the Bucks managed to hold them to 113 points and get the win. Milwaukee gave up 34 points in the 3rd quarter but limited Brooklyn to 27 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>The Bucks allowed 16 threes on 45% shooting from deep. Brooklyn also went 15/16 from the free-throw line. Milwaukee finished with 28 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/10/24

<p>It's a beautiful day for baseball in Cincinnati, as the Reds host the Mets at 1:40 PM ET. The Mets are looking to turn things around after a slow start to the season, coming in with a record of 2-6. The Reds, on the other hand, are off to a solid 5-3 start and will look to keep things rolling at home.</p>

<p>On the mound for the Mets is Sean Manaea, while the Reds will counter with Andrew Abbott. The pitching matchup has oddsmakers expecting a close one, with the Reds coming in as slight favorites at -115 on the money line. The over/under line is set at 9 runs, with the over paying out at -112 compared to the under at -109.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline -115</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 1:40 ET on Sunday, April 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The Reds will look to keep their momentum going against the Mets after picking up a 9-6 win in the previous game of this series. Cincinnati closed as the -126 favorite, while the Mets were the underdog at +105.</p>

<p>Despite being outhit 11-8, the Reds took advantage of their opportunities, hitting one home run and going 1/1 on stolen base attempts. The Mets had 11 hits but didn't hit a home run and went just 2/7 with runners in scoring position.</p>

<p>Neither starter got a quality start, with Nick Martinez giving up five earned runs in five innings of work for the Reds. Emilio Pagan got the win out of the bullpen, while Yohan Ramirez took the loss for the Mets. Spencer Steer led the Reds' offense with a three-RBI game.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>Sean Manaea is getting the start for the Mets on the road against the Reds. He is coming off a strong outing in his first start of the season, as he went 6 innings, giving up just 1 hit and striking out 8 batters. He did not factor into the decision, but he did not allow a run.</p><p>Looking at the Mets' offensive projections, we have Brandon Nimmo with the highest total hits projection on the team and Jeff McNeil not far behind. Nimmo's total hits projection is 22nd best in the league today. Pete Alonso has the best home run projection on the team and 9th best in the league. Starling Marte has the 2nd highest total hits projection on the team and his home run projection is 20th best in the league.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Andrew Abbott will be making his 2nd start of the season for the Reds, as he is set to take on the Mets at home. In his first start of the season, Abbott went 5 1/3 innings, giving up 2 earned runs and striking out 4. He finished the game with 3 hits allowed and 2 walks.</p><p>If you are looking for some player props for the Reds, we have Christian Encarnacion-Strand projected to have the most hits on the team, with his total being the 8th highest in the league today. He also has the best odds to hit a home run for the Reds, with his odds being the 7th best in the league. Jonathan India is also a player to watch, as his total hits projection is 12th best in the league today.</p>

New York Mets vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction 4/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Pirates and Cougars game? Catch the action at TD Arena in Charleston, SC, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Charleston is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Hampton.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hampton improved to 5-5 on the season with an 83-67 win over Howard on Saturday, December 28th. The Pirates, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 31-23 at halftime, Hampton’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44 points to Howard.</p><p>Hampton put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and hitting 41.9% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, and they also shot 83.3% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pirates dished out 19 assists, with Noah Farrakhan contributing 7 assists along with 17 points. Kyrese Mullen added 9 rebounds and hit 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Hampton's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws at an 83% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from three-point range. The Pirates also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Charleston improved to 9-3 on the season with an 84-81 road win over Charlotte on Wednesday. Despite being -5.5 favorites, the Cougars didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 46-31 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 themselves, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Charleston put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.2%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes (8/28).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 32 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field. Jaehshon Thomas added 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three, while AJ Smith contributed 17 points, connecting on 50% of his threes (2/4).</p><p>Even with Charleston allowing 81 points, they held the opposing team to just 39% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 19 two-pointers on 36 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense limited the other team to 22% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 27 attempts. The Cougars also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25, shooting 75%.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Marshall is the favorite in this week 10 matchup against UL Monroe, set to kick off at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 2nd, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington. The over/under line is at 47.5 points. The Thundering Herd are -10.5 point favorites at home. The game can be seen on ESPN+. Marshall comes in with a 4-3 record, while UL Monroe has a 5-2 record this season.</p><h3>UL MONROE WARHAWKS VS MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Marshall Thundering Herd -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Joan C. Edwards Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD:</h3><ul><li>We have the Marshall Thundering Herd winning this one by a score of 30 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Marshall Thundering Herd winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -10.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UL Monroe Warhawks Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>UL Monroe enters Week 10 against Marshall with a 5-2 record, ranked 106th in our power rankings. They have a 77% chance of reaching bowl eligibility but only a 0.7% chance of winning the Sun Belt. The Warhawks are 3-0 at home and 1-2 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, UL Monroe is 4-2, with a perfect 3-0 record at home. They’ve been favored in just one game, going 1-0 ATS as the favorite and 3-2 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin is -1.7 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 47.5 points. The Warhawks’ average over/under line is 48.1 points, and their over/under record is 3-3, with games averaging 45.7 points.</p><p>UL Monroe’s offense has been underwhelming this season, averaging 22 points per game, which ranks them 78th nationally. They are 101st in our offensive power rankings heading into week 10. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 34.4%, and their passing game has struggled, ranking 128th in passing yards per game. Aidan Armenta, their quarterback, has thrown for 632 yards with a passer rating of 79, and the team is 124th in passer rating nationally.</p> <p>Armenta has completed 55.4% of his passes, with five touchdowns and four interceptions. UL Monroe is 96th in passing attempts per game. On the ground, they average 171.4 rushing yards per game. Ahmad Hardy leads the rushing attack with 605 yards and six touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Jake Godfrey is the leading receiver with 191 yards and one touchdown.</p><p>UL Monroe's defense struggled in their recent game against South Alabama, allowing 46 points and 526 total yards. They gave up 358 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns, while holding South Alabama to 168 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>Despite the rough outing, UL Monroe's defense ranks 35th nationally, allowing 23.7 points per game. They are 18th in the nation in passer rating allowed (70.4) and 37th in passing yards allowed per game (186.7). However, they have given up 186.3 rushing yards per game, ranking 136th.</p><h3>Are The Marshall Thundering Herd Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Marshall enters Week 10 with a 4-3 record, and they are 3-0 at home this season. They are ranked 71st in our CFB power rankings and have a 94.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. So far, they are 3-0 as the favorite and 0-3 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The Thundering Herd have been perfect against the spread, going 5-0-1 with an average scoring margin of +3.7 points per game. At home, they are 3-0 ATS, and they’ve covered as the favorite in all three games.</p> <p></p><p>Marshall’s over/under record is 3-3, with their games averaging 56.3 points. Their average over/under line is 55.1 points, and this week’s line is set at 47.5 points.</p><p>Marshall’s offense has been driven by their ground game, averaging 217 rushing yards per game, ranking 32nd in the nation. A.J. Turner has been the standout performer, rushing for 717 yards and averaging an impressive 10 yards per carry. The Thundering Herd are scoring 30 points per game, placing them 43rd in the country, and they are ranked 72nd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 10.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Stone Earle has thrown for 634 yards, with seven touchdowns and two interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 83. Marshall is 123rd in passing yards per game, averaging 169.6 yards. Christian Fitzpatrick leads the receiving corps with 335 yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>Marshall's defense has allowed an average of 26.3 points per game this season, giving up 20 points in their recent win against Georgia State. They allowed 388 total yards, including 196 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns, while Georgia State completed 16 of 22 passes for 192 yards and one touchdown.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 181 rushing yards per game against Marshall, ranking them 130th nationally. The defense has faced 39.6 rushing attempts per game and 32.6 pass attempts, allowing 219.1 passing yards per game and a 60.9% completion rate.</p>

UL Monroe Warhawks vs Marshall Thundering Herd Betting Pick & Prediction 11/2/24

<p>Two teams heading in opposite directions will meet in Milwaukee tonight as the Nets (12-21) have dropped three straight and are 14-point underdogs to the Bucks (17-14), who have won three in a row and are currently fifth in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will tip-off at 8:00 ET and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -14</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-95 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 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>Is a Road Win Possible for the Nets?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 12-21 on the season after a 130-113 loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Brooklyn entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 243, well over the 218.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn led 33-26 after the 1st quarter but allowed 39 points in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, the Nets were down 94-91, but a 10-0 run by the Raptors put the game out of reach, as Toronto outscored Brooklyn 36-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their loss to the Raptors, the Nets shot 48.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.7% of their threes, with 11 made in total. Cameron Johnson led the way with 24 points, connecting on 3 threes at a 60% rate, while D'Angelo Russell added 22 points and 8 assists, shooting 69.2% from the floor.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 17 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall and 25% from three, making 3 triples. Nic Claxton chipped in 16 points, with 6 coming in the opening quarter.</p><p>The Nets struggled defensively on Wednesday, giving up 130 points to the Raptors. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 39 points. Brooklyn also gave up 36 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Raptors shot 59% from the field, including 50% from three-point range, hitting 16 threes. The Nets sent Toronto to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. Brooklyn finished with 28 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 17-14 on the season with a 120-112 win over the Pacers on Tuesday. Milwaukee, favored by 2 points, covered the spread with the 8-point victory. The game’s total of 232 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 230.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 12-0 run was key in the win, as they extended their lead from 83-66 to 95-66. After trailing 91-88 going into the 4th quarter, the Bucks outscored the Pacers 32-21 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered 13 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists in the Bucks' win over the Pacers. Brook Lopez added 16 points, while Khris Middleton contributed 15 despite shooting 36.4% from the field.</p> <p>The Bucks shot 46.4% overall, hitting 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Gary Trent and Bobby Portis each scored 14 points, with Trent adding 8 points in the 1st quarter and 6 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Bucks tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 27 points in the 3rd quarter and 21 in the 4th, helping them secure a win over the Pacers. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Indiana to 13 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. The Pacers also went 19/30 from the free-throw line. The Bucks finished with 38 defensive rebounds and 10 steals.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Runnin' Bulldogs and Buccaneers. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buccaneers at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Charleston Southern is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Bulldogs Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb improved to 5-8 on the season with an 84-79 road win over East Carolina on Saturday. The Runnin' Bulldogs entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Gardner-Webb scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-18 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%.</p> <p>Darryl Simmons II led the way with 29 points, hitting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc and shooting 75% overall. Isaiah Richards also had an efficient night, shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 13 rebounds.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 39% from the field on 25 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent hit 46% of their shots, going 18 for 39.</p> <p>From three-point range, Gardner-Webb held the opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 36 times, making 22 for 61%. Gardner-Webb allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Buccaneers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston Southern dropped to 2-11 on the season after an 81-65 loss to Georgia on Sunday, December 22nd. The Buccaneers were +28.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep the final score closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-26 at halftime, Charleston Southern put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Charleston Southern's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they connected on 68.8% of their free throws, going 11-for-16 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly played all 40 minutes, scoring 29 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while De'Shayne Montgomery added 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting in just 22 minutes. Dakota Leffew contributed 19 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and Asa Newell finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Buccaneers couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 51% on 23/45 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston Southern allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 8. The Buccaneers gave up 13 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers will host the Magic in a conference matchup. The Magic are currently favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 210.</p>

<p>Orlando is 16-8 on the season and sits 3rd in the Eastern Conference. The 76ers are 5-15 and are 14th in the East.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-98 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Magic Stand a Chance in Philadelphia?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 16-8 on the season with a 106-102 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. Despite being -5.5 point favorites, the Magic didn’t cover the spread, winning by just four points. The total points for the game were 208, narrowly missing the O/U line of 209.5.</p> <p>Orlando jumped out to a 34-22 lead after the 1st quarter, but the 76ers responded with a 10-0 run and outscored the Magic 31-19 in the 2nd quarter. The teams were tied at 77 heading into the 4th, where Orlando edged out the 76ers 29-25 to seal the win.</p><p>Franz Wagner's 35 points on 52.2% shooting helped the Magic to a win over the 76ers, with Wagner scoring 10 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Jalen Suggs added 17 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate, while Jonathan Isaac contributed 14 points, making 2 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>Orlando shot 48.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at 27.6%. Wagner scored 11 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 more in the 3rd and 4th.</p><p>Despite allowing 102 points on 48% shooting from the field, the Magic's defense came through when it mattered, holding the 76ers to 25 points in the 4th quarter to secure the win. Orlando also limited Philadelphia's three-point shooting, giving up just 11 made threes on 36% shooting.</p> <p>The Magic sent the 76ers to the line 19 times, where they hit 11 free throws. Orlando finished with 26 defensive rebounds, allowing 10 offensive boards. Defensively, the Magic added 13 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will Philadelphia Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>The 76ers fell to 5-15 on the season after a 106-102 loss to the Magic on Wednesday. Philadelphia, who were +5.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread with the four-point loss. The total score of 208 points narrowly missed the over/under line of 209.5.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run to close the gap early, taking the score from 37-25 to 37-35. They outscored Orlando 31-19 in the 2nd quarter to tie the game at 77 heading into the 4th, but the Magic edged them out 29-25 in the final period.</p><p>Jared McCain led the 76ers with 24 points and 7 rebounds in their 106-102 loss to the Magic, shooting 58.8% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency. Guerschon Yabusele added 15 points on 75% shooting, also making 2 threes at 50%, while Tyrese Maxey contributed 16 points despite shooting just 36.8%.</p> <p>The 76ers shot 48.8% from the field, connecting on 11 threes at a 36.7% rate. McCain scored 11 points in the 2nd quarter, while Yabusele added 7 in the 1st and 4 more in the 4th.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they held the Magic to just 19 points, the 76ers couldn't overcome a rough 1st quarter in their 106-102 loss. Philadelphia gave up 34 points in the opening period but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing 24 points before conceding 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>The 76ers did a great job defending the three, holding the Magic to just 8 made threes on 27% shooting. Philadelphia also recorded 9 steals but allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Trojans versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Troy is favored by -2.5 in this Sun Belt conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Troy Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Troy improved to 6-4 on the season with a 77-57 home win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 21st. The Trojans entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Troy took control early, leading 39-25 at halftime, and maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 38-32.</p><p>Troy put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, making just 29.2% on 7-of-24 shooting from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 72%, going 18-of-25.</p> <p>Myles Rigsby led the way with 22 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three and shooting 60% overall. Jelani Hamilton added 18 points, knocking down 5-of-11 from three-point range. Tayton Conerway contributed 13 points and 5 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 57 points, Troy's defense allowed the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, with 19 of those baskets coming from two-point range at a 52% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Trojans held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they made 7 of 24 three-point attempts. Troy also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 for 72%. The Trojans gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Mountaineers?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountaineers dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 68-64 road loss to North Texas on Friday, December 20th. Despite the loss, Appalachian State covered the spread as +11.5 underdogs.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State trailed 33-28 at halftime but outscored North Texas 36-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 132 went over the pre-game line of 123.5.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense shot 52.4% from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 61.9%. They hit 65.2% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, while also making 81.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 21 points, shooting 50% from three-point range (4/8) and adding 5 assists. Brenen Lorient was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 17 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Appalachian State held the other team to 5 made threes on 20 attempts, a 25% success rate. The opposing team also went 15/19 from the free-throw line, shooting 78%. Appalachian State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>