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<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-566) will host the Wizards (+414) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5.</p>

<p>Washington is currently on a three-game losing streak and has a record of 6-28. The 76ers are 14-20 and are favored by 11 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 150-83 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Wizards dropped to 6-28 on the season after a 135-112 home loss to the Rockets on Tuesday. Washington entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 247 points went well over the pre-game line of 222.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 30-20 after the 1st quarter, but the Rockets took control with a 10-0 run early in the 2nd. Houston outscored the Wizards 37-25 in the 2nd quarter and 40-24 in the 3rd, putting the game out of reach as they led 97-79 going into the 4th.</p><p>Corey Kispert connected on 5 threes at a 71.4% clip and led the Wizards with 23 points in their loss to the Rockets, hitting 10 of his points in the 2nd quarter. He finished with a 70% shooting percentage overall. Jonas Valančiūnas added 18 points, with 8 coming in the opening quarter, while Jared Butler contributed 12 of his 14 points in the 4th.</p> <p>As a team, the Wizards made 15 threes, shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc and 46.1% from the field overall. Bilal Coulibaly and Carlton Carrington each chipped in 12 points, with Coulibaly scoring 6 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive start, the Wizards couldn’t maintain their momentum, giving up 37 points in the 2nd quarter and 40 in the 3rd, leading to a 135-112 loss to the Rockets. Washington allowed Houston to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>The Wizards also sent the Rockets to the line 23 times, where they made 20 free throws. Washington gave up 19 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will Philadelphia Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The 76ers fell to 14-20 on the season after a 109-99 home loss to the Suns on Monday. Philadelphia entered the game as +2 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 208 points was well below the O/U line of 222.5.</p> <p>Philadelphia started strong, going on a 14-0 run to take a 17-3 lead, but the Suns chipped away, winning the 2nd quarter 26-23. Phoenix took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 36-27, and finished off the game by winning the 4th quarter 31-26.</p><p>In their 99-point performance against the Suns, the 76ers shot just 39.1% from the field, though they did hit 15 threes at a 37.5% clip. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 31 points, including 6 made threes, and added 10 assists.</p> <p>Maxey scored 16 points in the 4th quarter, while Kelly Oubre added 13 of his 26 points in the 3rd. Guerschon Yabusele contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 3 threes.</p><p>The 76ers started strong defensively, holding the Suns to just 16 points in the 1st quarter, but they couldn't maintain that intensity, giving up 36 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th. Overall, they allowed Phoenix to score 109 points on 50% shooting.</p> <p>Philadelphia struggled to defend the three-point line, where the Suns hit 14 threes at a 45% clip. The 76ers sent Phoenix to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. On the boards, the 76ers gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Paladins versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. In this Southern matchup, Furman is favored bt -14.5 vs. Citadel. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>FURMAN PALADINS VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Paladins?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Paladins fell to 10-2 on the season after an 84-67 road loss to UNCG on Saturday. Furman entered the game as +1 underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>Furman trailed 43-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The Paladins will look to bounce back after the loss.</p><p>Furman struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 25.7% of their threes (9/35), contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 39.3% and an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They were more efficient inside, connecting on 61.9% of their two-point attempts (13/21), and they shot 77.8% from the free-throw line (14/18).</p> <p>Kenyon Giles led the way with 25 points, shooting 76.9% from the field and 83.3% from three (5/6), while adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists. PJay Smith Jr. contributed 24 points, hitting 4 of 11 threes, and Ronald Polite III added 18 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Furman struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Furman allowed 12 threes on 23 attempts, a 52% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 1-8 on the season after an 81-68 loss to Chattanooga on Saturday. Citadel, who were +11.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-30 at halftime, Citadel scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Brody Fox and Bash Wieland each scored 21 points in the Citadel's latest game, with Wieland shooting 66.7% from the field. The Bulldogs hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Overall, Citadel shot 44.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 60.9% of their attempts, and finished with 11 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite the Citadel Bulldogs giving up 81 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. The Bulldogs allowed 48% shooting from two-point range, as their opponent connected on 15 of 31 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Citadel's defense saw their opponent hit 8 of 21 threes, good for 38%. The Bulldogs also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 60%. Citadel gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Furman Paladins vs Citadel Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Los Angeles Clippers (-145) travel to Denver to take on the Nuggets (+122) in a Western Conference showdown. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 ET at Ball Arena.</p>

<p>Denver (20-15) is currently 4th in the Western Conference, while the Clippers (20-16) are 7th. The over/under line for this matchup is 227.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-84 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Clippers Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 20-16 on the season after a 108-106 road loss to the Timberwolves on Monday. Despite entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 214 fell just short of the 214.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Los Angeles started strong, going on an 11-0 run early to lead 18-7 and ended the 1st quarter up 27-16. However, the Timberwolves chipped away, outscoring the Clippers 30-26 in the 2nd quarter and 31-23 in the 3rd. The Clippers trailed 77-76 going into the 4th and were narrowly outscored 31-30 in the final quarter.</p><p>In their 108-106 loss to the Timberwolves, the Clippers shot just 41.6% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 34.3%. Norman Powell led the way with 25 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter, while James Harden added 22 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd.</p> <p>Ivica Zubac contributed 17 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Powell hit 2 threes at a 40% clip, and Harden connected on 3 threes, though he shot just 27.3% from deep.</p><p>The Clippers' defense started strong, allowing just 16 points in the 1st quarter, but they gave up 30 or more points in each of the final three quarters, leading to a 108-106 loss to the Timberwolves. Overall, they held Minnesota to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>However, the Timberwolves hit 16 threes at a 41% clip. The Clippers sent Minnesota to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws. Los Angeles allowed 17 offensive rebounds but recorded 9 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Nuggets Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Denver fell to 20-15 on the season after a 118-106 home loss to the Celtics on Tuesday. The Nuggets entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 224 points came in under the pre-game line of 231.</p> <p>After a slow start, Denver rallied in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Boston 32-20. However, the Celtics took control in the 4th quarter with a 15-0 run, extending the score from 95-93 to 108-95.</p><p>In their 118-106 loss to the Celtics, the Nuggets shot 46% from the field, with a 38.9% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes. Russell Westbrook led the way with 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, connecting on 4 threes at a 44.4% rate.</p> <p>Julian Strawther and Jamal Murray each added 19 points, with Strawther hitting 3 threes at 50%. Westbrook scored 9 points in the 3rd quarter, while Christian Braun added 7 of his 12 points in the same period.</p><p>The Nuggets' defense struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 20. However, they couldn't sustain that effort, allowing 31 points in the 3rd and 30 in the 4th, leading to a 118-106 loss to the Celtics.</p> <p>Denver allowed Boston to shoot 50% from the field but held them to 34% from three, with the Celtics making 12 threes. The Nuggets sent Boston to the line 20 times, with the Celtics converting 18 free throws. Denver finished with 26 defensive rebounds, while giving up 11 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

<p>The Portland Trail Blazers (12-23) travel to New Orleans to take on the Pelicans (7-30) in a Western Conference matchup. The Pelicans (-143) are favored by 2.5 points over the Blazers (+121) and the over/under line is set at 226.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center and is scheduled to tip off at 8:00 ET. KATU will carry the TV coverage.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 146-136 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Portland Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Portland’s season record dropped to 12-23 after a 118-115 loss to the Pistons on Monday. The Blazers, who were +6.5 point underdogs, kept it close and covered the spread. The total points of 233.5 went over the 224.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Portland started strong, using a 10-0 run to take control early. They led 60-51 at halftime but couldn’t hold on, as the Pistons outscored them 67-55 in the second half, including a 30-25 edge in the final quarter.</p><p>In their 118-115 loss to the Pistons, the Trail Blazers shot 53.3% from the field and knocked down 16 threes at a 45.7% clip. Anfernee Simons led the way with 36 points, hitting 8 threes at 66.7% efficiency, and added 9 assists.</p> <p>Simons scored 17 points in the 4th quarter, while Shaedon Sharpe contributed 20 points and 8 rebounds. Deandre Ayton finished with 18 points and 11 boards.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers started strong, giving up just 23 points in the 1st quarter, but they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 37 points, which contributed to their 118-115 loss to the Pistons. Overall, Portland allowed Detroit to shoot 44% from the field.</p> <p>Portland also had trouble defending the three, as the Pistons hit 15 threes at a 34% clip. The Trail Blazers sent Detroit to the line 22 times, where they made 19 free throws. Portland finished with 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Pelicans Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Pelicans fell to 7-30 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Timberwolves on Tuesday. New Orleans, who entered the game as +4 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 201 points was well below the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>New Orleans went on a 10-0 run to take the lead from 45-43 to 53-45, but they couldn’t maintain the momentum. After being outscored 29-21 in the 3rd quarter, they entered the 4th down 83-75 and couldn’t close the gap, despite winning the final quarter 22-21.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled offensively in their loss to the Timberwolves, shooting just 37.2% from the field and 29.3% from three-point range. They made 12 threes in the game, with Dejounte Murray leading the way, scoring 29 points and dishing out 6 assists while shooting 60% from the field.</p> <p>Zion Williamson also shot 60%, finishing with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Jose Alvarado added 13 points, with 8 of those coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 34 points in the 1st quarter, the Pelicans tightened up defensively, allowing just 20 points in the 2nd and 21 in the 4th. They held the Timberwolves to 104 points on 42% shooting.</p> <p>New Orleans sent Minnesota to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. The Pelicans also recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

<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

The Pocono Green 250 is one of the youngest NASCAR Xfinity Series events. It began in 2016 and has been won by three Cup Series drivers. With the Dash 4 Cash events in the rearview mirror and the drivers’ desire to get out and find the right lines on the Tricky Triangle, it looks like it could be a challenging weekend for the points-eligible drivers.

Odds are on the right-hand side for desktop viewers and below the comment box for the mobile viewers as we dig into the Pocono Green 250 on June 1, 2019.
<h5>As The World Turns</h5>
There are so many difficult elements to Pocono Raceway. This is one of the hardest events on the season on the drivers, cars, and pit crews. There are three very different turns on the course, all modeled after different race tracks. There are plenty of reasons why Cup Series guys have so much success in this Xfinity Series race. This is a hard race on the car and the best drivers have the best teams and the best equipment. Those more experience drivers are also masters of the shifter and this is a track that requires a lot of precision when it comes to shifting gears to avoid wrecks and blown engines.

This is one of the youngest crops of Xfinity Series drivers that we’ve seen. Justin Allgaier is the elder statesman, but a lot of other guys have retired or moved on. There are five rookies in the standings and a lot of greener drivers like Cole Custer, Christopher Bell, Austin Cindric, Brandon Jones, and even Tyler Reddick behind the wheel this season.

This is a real challenge and a good learning experience, but it’s clear to see why the Xfinity Series only races once a year here. When the Cup Series returns in late July, the Xfinity Series will be at Iowa Speedway.
<h5>How They Stand</h5>
Tyler Reddick won last week’s race at Charlotte with the most laps led and the stage win. Christopher Bell’s exit may have paved the way for Reddick to get the win. With that victory, Reddick has opened up a monster 65-point lead over Bell. Bell is 28 points ahead of Cole Custer, who has led the most laps twice in his last four races and has three stage wins and a race victory in that span.

Austin Cindric and Justin Allgaier round out the top five. Rookie Chase Briscoe has five top-five finishes in his last seven races and sits sixth. John Hunter Nemechek, Noah Gragson, Ryan Sieg, and Michael Annett finish out the top 10. The top 12 make the playoffs in the Xfinity Series, which begin on September 20.

Unlike the Cup Series, which is past the midpoint of the regular season, this is only the 12th race of 26 in the regular season for the Xfinity Series.
<h5>Poco-Nooooooooooooooooooooo!</h5>
As mentioned, this has not been a kind event to Xfinity Series drivers. Custer was fifth, Hemric was third, and Cindric was fourth last season. Bell finished 36th. Reddick, the eventual champion, finished ninth. Cup Series guys finished first, second, and eighth, as Kyle Busch won the race, Chase Elliott finished second, and Paul Menard finished eighth and won the second stage.

Back in 2017, Cup Series guys were first, third, fifth, eighth, and 31st. That win went to Brad Keselowski, who swept the board. Larson was third. Suarez was fifth. Allgaier was second and Sadler was fourth. It stands to reason that the most experienced active driver in Allgaier has a great shot this week among the points guys.

The race in 2016 was limited to just 53 laps because of rain, so there isn’t a whole lot to add about that one. We’ll see how Mother Nature feels about this year’s race.
<h5>On-Time Arrival</h5>
Something interesting about the Xfinity Series is that single-car qualifying has returned. Because of some shenanigans during the qualifying laps, the Xfinity Series decided to get rid of its multi-car qualifying approach on oval tracks. That can have a significant impact on how the starting gate gets set for these events.

We saw the odds for last week’s Alsco 300 spend periods of time not listed and we’ll likely see the same here this week at Pocono. Bettors may want to wait until those times are posted to see how the drivers will be set, especially with this race only going 100 laps. On the other hand, you could get some equity on fast qualifiers.
<h5>Picks</h5>
With that in mind, Cole Custer has to be on your radar this week. He may not be the most experienced driver and the best fit for this track, but he does have four pole positions so far this season. Christopher Bell has three and he’s a consideration every week, but Custer may provide a little more value.

Allgaier is a guy that makes a lot of sense with his experience level and his solid efforts at Pocono in the past, especially with no Cup Series guys in the race.

2019 Pocono Green 250 Betting Odds & Picks

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Knicks (-623) will host the Raptors (+449) at Madison Square Garden. New York is currently favored by 11.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 231.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are currently on losing streaks, with the Knicks (24-13) having lost three straight and the Raptors (8-28) having lost two in a row. Toronto is 14th in the Eastern Conference, while New York is third.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-134 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Toronto Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Raptors dropped to 8-28 on the season after a 128-104 loss to the Bucks on Monday. Toronto, who was +6 point underdogs at home, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points finished at 232, just over the pre-game line of 231.</p> <p>A 17-0 run by the Bucks early on put the Raptors in a deep hole, as they went from trailing 13-11 to 30-11. Milwaukee continued to pull away, leading 99-75 going into the 4th quarter, where both teams scored 29 points.</p><p>In their loss to the Bucks, the Raptors struggled offensively, shooting 45.1% from the field and hitting just 9 threes at a 25.7% clip. RJ Barrett led the way with 25 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 61.1% from the floor and 40% from deep.</p> <p>Scottie Barnes contributed 21 points and 5 assists, while Jakob Poeltl added 12 points, shooting 66.7%. Gradey Dick scored 8 of his 11 points in the 4th quarter, and Immanuel Quickley added 11 points, with 6 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively against the Bucks, giving up 128 points on 57% shooting. Toronto allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, 38 in the 2nd, 33 in the 3rd, and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Milwaukee hit 22 threes at a 50% clip. The Raptors sent the Bucks to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Toronto finished with 25 defensive rebounds, 11 steals, and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Knicks Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 24-13 on the season after a 103-94 home loss to the Magic on Monday. New York, favored by 10.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 197, falling short of the 207-point O/U line.</p> <p>New York led 28-24 after the 1st quarter but were outscored 29-23 in the 2nd and 22-17 in the 3rd, leaving them trailing 75-68 going into the 4th. They couldn’t close the gap, as Orlando edged them 28-26 in the final quarter.</p><p>In their 103-94 loss to the Magic, the Knicks struggled offensively, shooting just 18.2% from beyond the arc, making only 4 threes. Their overall field goal percentage was 44.4%.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges and Jalen Brunson each scored 24 points, with Bridges shooting 50% from the field. Josh Hart contributed 15 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 55.6%.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort, the Knicks couldn't come away with the win, allowing 103 points to the Magic. New York gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter and 29 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 22 points. However, they couldn't contain Orlando in the 4th, where they gave up 28 points.</p> <p>The Knicks held the Magic to 11 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. Orlando also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. New York finished with 27 defensive rebounds, giving up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

<p>The Brooklyn Nets (13-23) will host the Detroit Pistons (18-18) at the Barclays Center in a game that will tip off at 7:30 ET. The Pistons (-317) are favored by 8 points over the Nets (+256), and the over/under line is 213.5.</p>

<p>Detroit is currently on a 4-game winning streak and is 9th in the Eastern Conference. The Nets have lost 2 straight and are 12th in the East.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -8</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 102-61 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Detroit?</h3><p>The Pistons evened their record at 18-18 with a 118-115 win over the Trail Blazers on Monday. Playing at home, Detroit was favored by 6.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 233 exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 8.5 points.</p> <p>Portland went on a 10-0 run early, taking the score from 11-9 to 19-11. The Pistons trailed 60-51 at halftime but turned things around by outscoring the Blazers 37-30 in the 3rd quarter and 30-25 in the 4th, taking the lead for good after entering the final period down 90-88.</p><p>Cade Cunningham's 32 points and 9 assists helped lead the Pistons to a win over the Trail Blazers, with Cunningham hitting 4 threes at a 40% rate. Tim Hardaway Jr. added 26 points, knocking down 6 threes at 66.7% shooting from deep, while Tobias Harris contributed 17 points, also shooting 66.7% from three.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons made 15 threes, shooting 34.9% from beyond the arc and 44.7% overall from the field. Hardaway was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 11 points, while Cunningham scored 12 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite allowing 115 points on 53% shooting from the field, the Pistons' defense tightened up in the 4th quarter, giving up just 25 points to help secure the win. Detroit sent Portland to the free-throw line only 5 times, where they made 3.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to defend the three, with the Trail Blazers hitting 16 threes at a 45% clip. Detroit gave up 7 offensive rebounds but managed to record 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Nets Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 13-23 on the season after a 113-99 home loss to the Pacers on Monday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, losing by 14. The combined score of 212 points fell short of the 221.5-point total.</p> <p>Indiana took control with a 15-0 run, turning a 48-39 deficit into a 54-48 lead. Brooklyn struggled in the 2nd quarter, scoring just 17 points while allowing 31, but they bounced back in the 3rd, outscoring the Pacers 31-23. However, Indiana pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the Nets 35-29.</p><p>The Nets struggled offensively in their 99-point effort against the Pacers, shooting 41.8% from the field and hitting just 10 threes at a 30.3% clip. Day'Ron Sharpe led Brooklyn with 16 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the floor.</p> <p>Tyrese Martin added 15 points, while Noah Clowney contributed 14, with 9 of those coming in the 3rd quarter. Clowney also connected on 3 threes, shooting 30% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, the Nets had strong 1st and 3rd quarters but struggled in the 2nd and 4th, allowing 31 and 35 points, respectively, in their 113-99 loss to the Pacers. Indiana shot 50% from the field, including 38% from beyond the arc, where they made 12 threes.</p> <p>Brooklyn sent the Pacers to the line 23 times, where they converted 21 free throws. The Nets gave up 5 offensive rebounds while recording 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Greyhounds and Black Knights. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Black Knights at Christl Arena in West Point, NY. Get ready to place your bets! This Patriot League conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Army is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Loyola Maryland.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Army Black Knights -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Christl Arena at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Black Knights.</li><li>Not only will Army pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Greyhounds Offense Score Enough in West Point?</h3><p>Loyola Maryland improved to 5-7 on the season with an 80-74 win over Lehigh on Sunday. The Greyhounds, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-34 at halftime, Loyola Maryland scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 154 went over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Maryland put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 56.4% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from deep, hitting just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%). At the free-throw line, they were solid, connecting on 27 of 33 attempts (81.8%).</p> <p>Cam Gillus and Jordan Stiemke each scored 25 points, with Gillus hitting 5 of 9 from three-point range. Tyler Whitney-Sidney added 22 points, shooting 40% from beyond the arc. Milos Ilic contributed 18 points and 3 assists, while Joshua Ingram chipped in 12 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Loyola Maryland's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 56% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 22/39 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Maryland held their opponent to just 3/13 shooting, or 23%. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they hit 27 free throws for 81%. Loyola also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Black Knights Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army fell to 4-8 on the season after a 71-63 road loss to Boston on Sunday. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, the Black Knights not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Army trailed 40-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 134 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Army's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while struggling inside the arc with a 39.4% two-point shooting rate. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 50.8%, and they made just 4 of 7 free throws, shooting 57.1% from the line.</p> <p>Michael McNair and Jalen Rucker each scored 17 points, with McNair hitting 5 of 7 threes. Ryan Curry and Josh Scovens added 13 points, with Scovens hitting 3 of 6 from three. Ben Roy also contributed 12 points, shooting 5 of 7 overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Despite Army's defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, going 18/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Army's defense gave up 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 11 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 72%.</p>

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Army Black Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Racers and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at McLeod Center in Cedar Falls, IA. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Northern Iowa as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>MURRAY STATE RACERS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at McLeod Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Murray State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Murray State Racers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Racers improved to 7-7 on the season with a 66-59 road win over Drake on Sunday. Murray State entered the game as +10 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 26-26 tie at halftime, the Racers outscored Drake 40-33 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, just under the O/U line of 125.5.</p><p>Murray State's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 65%. They connected on 60% of their two-point attempts and hit 46.7% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-15 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Racers made 15 of 20 attempts, good for 75%.</p> <p>Terence Harcum led the way with 20 points, hitting 4-of-7 from three-point range. Kylen Milton added 15 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Isaia Howard was also efficient, making 6-of-8 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 13 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, Murray State held their opponent to 59 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 45% from two-point range with 17 made shots out of 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Racers limited their opponent to 4 threes on 14 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 13 free throws (72%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Panthers?</h3><p>Northern Iowa’s season record dropped to 8-6 after a 80-73 road loss to Valparaiso on Saturday. The Panthers, who entered the game as -4.5 favorites, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 43-36 at halftime, Northern Iowa couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 37 points after the break. The total points for the game ended at 153, going over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Northern Iowa put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56%, thanks to strong two-point shooting at 66.7% (20/30), though they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% (5/20) of their threes.</p> <p>Tytan Anderson led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro added 20 points, hitting 50% of his threes (2/4), while Tyler Schmidt contributed 15 points, connecting on 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 80 points, they held their opponent to 42% shooting from the field. The Panthers allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team connecting on 16 of 30 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northern Iowa's defense saw their opponent hit 9 of 29 attempts, good for 31%. The Panthers also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 87%. Northern Iowa gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Murray State Racers vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Braves face off at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The Braves are hosting the game at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Bradley as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 126.5 points.</p><h3>DRAKE BULLDOGS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bradley Braves -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BRADLEY BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Bradley pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulldogs Ready for a Win at Peoria?</h3><p>Drake fell to 10-2 on the season after a 66-59 loss to Murray State on Sunday. The Bulldogs, who were -10 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points (125) narrowly missed the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Drake was tied 26-26 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. This defensive lapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Drake's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 59 points with a field goal percentage of 41.2% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.1%. They hit only 4 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 28.6% from three-point range, while connecting on 72.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Terence Harcum led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Kylen Milton added 15 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from three. Isaia Howard was efficient as well, shooting 75% from the field and perfect from three-point range.</p><p>Drake's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 45% on two-point attempts (17/37). They also limited three-point damage, with their opponent hitting just 4 of 14 from beyond the arc, or 28%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Drake's opponent shot 72%, making 13 of 18 attempts. The Bulldogs gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Braves Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley improved to 12-2 on the season with a 69-60 win over Missouri State on Saturday. The Braves were at home and entered the game as -11.5 favorites.</p> 

<p>Bradley led 30-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Missouri State 39-32. Despite the win, they didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 129 fell short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Bradley put up 69 points in their latest game, shooting 48.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 35% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 90% of their free throws, going 18-for-20 at the line.</p> <p>Vincent Brady II led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 57.1% overall, though he was just 3-for-10 from three. Christian Davis was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots, including 2-for-2 from deep, finishing with 19 points and 3 assists. Darius Hannah added 18 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Bradley’s defense gave up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with opponents hitting 60% of their attempts (15/25).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. The Braves also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 90%. Defensively, Bradley allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Drake Bulldogs vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Broncos are +358 on the money line as they head to Buffalo to take on the Bills in a Wild Card round matchup. The Bills are the heavy favorite at -468, with the Broncos at +8.5 on the point spread. The game is being televised on CBS, with a 1:00 ET kickoff at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY. The over/under line is set at 47 points.</p><h3>DENVER BRONCOS VS BUFFALO BILLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Broncos +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Highmark Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Broncos winning this one by a score of 32 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Broncos winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +8.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Broncos Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Denver finished the regular season with a 10-7 record, placing them 3rd in the AFC West and 7th in the conference. After starting the season ranked 17th in our power rankings, the Broncos went 4-5 on the road and 6-2 at home. Against the spread, they were 12-5, including an 8-0 record as favorites. Their O/U record was 11-6, with their games averaging 43.3 points (O/U line: 41.3).</p> <p>In week 18, the Broncos bounced back from two straight losses with a 38-0 win over the Chiefs. They were 11-point favorites and covered the spread, but the 38 points fell short of the 40.5-point O/U line. In week 17, Denver lost 30-24 to the Bengals, and in week 16, they fell 34-27 to the Chargers.</p><p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Broncos rank 16th in our offensive power rankings. They are 10th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 25, and 19th in yards per game, with 324.6. Denver ranks 20th in passing yards per game (212.4) and 16th in rushing yards per game (112.2), while ranking 13th in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 22nd in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 3, Bo Nix threw for 216 yards on 25/36 passing, after throwing for 246 yards in week 2 and 138 yards in week 1. Courtland Sutton led the team with 7 catches for 68 yards in week 3, and Tyler Badie had 9 carries for 70 yards. Denver scored 14 points in the 1st quarter against the Buccaneers, but only managed 6 points the rest of the game.</p><p>Denver's defense was dominant in their 38-0 win over the Chiefs, allowing just 98 yards. The Broncos' secondary was outstanding, holding the Chiefs to 71 yards passing and not allowing a single point. They also limited Kansas City to a 58.8% completion percentage and allowed just a 4.2 yards per attempt.</p><p></p><p>Against the run, the Broncos gave up only 27 yards on 11 attempts. They recorded five sacks and held the Chiefs to a 11.1% third-down conversion rate. Denver also had nine more quarterback hits than the Chiefs in the game.</p><h3>Are The Bills Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Bills finished the season 13-4, putting them 2nd in the AFC and 1st in the AFC East. After back-to-back losses in weeks 4 and 5, Buffalo bounced back with three straight wins, including a 37-point victory over the Jaguars in week 3. They also took down the Dolphins in week 2 and the Cardinals in week 1, but they couldn’t cover the 6.5-point spread against Arizona, winning by 6.</p> <p>Buffalo is 10-7 against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of +9.2 points. Their O/U record is 11-6, with the over hitting in their last two games. The average line in Bills games has been 46.3 points, while the teams have combined for 52.5 points per game.</p><p>Josh Allen is coming off a big game in week 3, throwing for 263 yards and 4 touchdowns with a passer rating of 142 against the Jaguars. He has not thrown an interception in his first three games this season. Khalil Shakir led the team with 6 catches for 72 yards and a touchdown in week 3.</p> <p>Buffalo is averaging 30.9 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the NFL, and they are 10th in yards per game with 359.1. They rank 7th in 3rd down conversions but have struggled in the red zone, ranking 30th in conversion percentage.</p><p>In the Bills' 23-16 loss to the Patriots, Buffalo's defense allowed 232 passing yards on 22 completions. Despite this, they did force New England to a 33.3% third-down conversion rate. The Patriots finished with 309 total yards, and Buffalo limited them to 77 rushing yards on 30 attempts.<p></p>Buffalo's defense managed one sack and had more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Patriots. New England did find the endzone once through the air, and opposing quarterbacks completed 73.3% of their passes against the Bills.</p>

Denver Broncos vs Buffalo Bills Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Avalanche versus the Blackhawks? The puck drops at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TNT. The game will be played at United Center in Chicago, IL. The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Central division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Blackhawks to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+214)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Colorado Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Following a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 25-15-1 for the season. The Avalanche took the lead early in the second period, but the Predators responded with five unanswered goals. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p>

<p>As the underdog on the puck line, Colorado failed to cover. They scored first, with Cale Makar finding the net at 17:06 in the second period, but Nashville tied it up at 11:29 in the same period and took control from there.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche took 30 shots on goal but only managed to score twice. Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal late in the third period.</p> <p>Makar and MacKinnon also picked up assists, with Makar now at 16 assists for the season and MacKinnon at 14. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled late, giving up two goals in the final 1:14, both empty-netters. They also conceded the first goal of the game at 11:29 in the 2nd period and another at 5:15 in the 3rd. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage. The Avalanche's defense finished with 11 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Will Chicago Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 13-25-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. As underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks covered, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who held a 4-1 lead until the Ducks added a goal with just 4 seconds left. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over the Ducks, with four different players scoring. Ryan Donato netted his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen, who scored his 4th, and Isaak Phillips, with his 1st, also contributed.</p> <p>Connor Bedard picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 9. The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and capitalized twice on power plays. They recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Blackhawks will look to carry over their performance from the previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Ducks. Arvid Söderblom recorded 38 saves with a 95% save percentage. The defense also had 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals they allowed came in the 3rd period, with the second coming with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>At 9:30 ET, the San Antonio Spurs (18-18) will look to snap their two-game losing streak as they travel to take on the Milwaukee Bucks (18-16) at Fiserv Forum. ESPN will broadcast this non-conference matchup.</p>

<p>On the moneyline, the Bucks (-206) are favored by 5.5 points over the Spurs (+174). The over/under line for this game is set at 222 points.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-133 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>Can San Antonio Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>San Antonio’s season record dropped to 18-18 after a 114-110 road loss to the Bulls on Monday. The Spurs were favored by 3 points but couldn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total of 224 points fell short of the 236.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>San Antonio led 95-82 going into the 4th quarter but managed only 15 points in the final period while allowing the Bulls to score 32. An 11-0 run by Chicago early in the 4th helped them close the gap from 79-63 to 79-74, setting the stage for their comeback.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 23 points and 14 rebounds in their 114-110 loss to the Bulls, hitting 4 threes at 36.4%. Chris Paul added 18 points and 9 assists, while Julian Champagnie chipped in 12 points, also knocking down 4 threes at 44.4%.</p> <p>San Antonio connected on 15 threes as a team, shooting 32.6% from deep and 46.3% overall. Wembanyama scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Paul added 7 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Spurs started strong defensively, holding the Bulls to just 20 points in the 1st quarter, but they couldn’t maintain that momentum, giving up 30 points in the 2nd and 32 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, they allowed 114 points on 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Antonio gave up 13 threes on 33% shooting. The Bulls also went 13/15 from the free-throw line. The Spurs finished with 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 12 blocks.</p><h3>Does Milwaukee Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 18-16 this season with a 128-104 win over the Raptors on Monday. Milwaukee, favored by 6 points, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total points of 232 just went over the pre-game line of 231.</p> <p>A 17-0 run by the Bucks turned the score from 13-11 to 30-11, setting the tone for the game. Milwaukee led 66-47 at halftime and 99-75 after three quarters. The teams played evenly in the 4th, each scoring 29 points.</p><p>The Bucks shot 57.3% from the field and hit 22 threes at a 50% clip in their win over the Raptors. Damian Lillard led the way with 25 points, knocking down 5 threes at 62.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bobby Portis added 20 points, hitting 4 threes at 66.7%, while Gary Trent Jr. contributed 17 points. Lillard scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, and Trent added 10 in the 2nd.</p><p>The Bucks' defense shined on Monday, holding the Raptors to 104 points. Milwaukee started strong, giving up just 19 points in the 1st quarter, and maintained their defensive effort throughout, allowing 28 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Toronto's three-point shooting, allowing just 9 made threes on 25% shooting. The Raptors went to the line 21 times, hitting 13 free throws. The Bucks also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Hockey Club game? Catch the action at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Hockey Club hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on TNT. The Panthers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Hockey Club. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 3-2 win for the Hockey Club.</li><li>We like the Hockey Club on the moneyline (+115)</li><li>The Hockey Club are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Pull Off a Win at Salt Lake City?</h3><p>Florida improved to 24-15-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. As -1.5 goal favorites, the Panthers covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players. After leading 2-0, the Stars tied it up in the second period. A.J. Greer scored the go-ahead goal in the third, and Sam Reinhart added an empty-netter to seal the win.</p><p>Carolina's offense fired 25 shots on goal, with A.J. Greer finding the net for the first time this season. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal, scoring on an empty net. The Panthers had 16 giveaways and scored twice in the third period.</p> <p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, with Evan Rodrigues netting his third goal of the season. Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal as well, this time on a power play. Carolina finished with 6 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to carry over their strong performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Stars. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, and the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After giving up two goals in the second period, the Panthers shut out the Stars in the third, helping secure a 4-2 win.</p><h3>Will the Utah Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-15-7 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Utah held a 2-0 lead, but Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Utah was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Logan Cooley opened the scoring for Utah at 11:52 in the first period. Ian Cole added another goal in the second period, but Vegas responded with two goals in the second and two more in the third to secure the win.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club netted three goals in their recent 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Logan Cooley opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Ian Cole added his first. Alexander Kerfoot rounded out the scoring with his second goal, tying the game 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, bringing his season total to two. The team managed 19 shots on goal but was held scoreless on the power play.</p><p>Utah's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. They had taken a 2-0 lead, but the Golden Knights scored twice late in the second period and added two more in the 3rd and OT. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, and the defense contributed 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Utah Hockey Club Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Redbirds and Aces game? Catch the action at Ford Center in Evansville, IN, as the Aces hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Illinois State is favored by -5.5 in this Missouri Valley conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS EVANSVILLE ACES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Evansville Aces +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Aces.</li><li>Not only will Evansville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Redbirds?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Illinois State improved to 9-5 on the season with a dominant 85-54 win over Southern Illinois on Sunday. The Redbirds, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 44-23 at halftime, Illinois State continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Salukis 41-31. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Illinois State's offense was firing on all cylinders, scoring 85 points with a 60.8% field goal percentage in their last game. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 78.3% of their shots, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 74.5%. From beyond the arc, the Redbirds connected on 46.4% of their attempts, making 13 threes.</p> <p>Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each scored 17 points, with Kinziger shooting 85.7% overall and 75% from three. Daugherty hit 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from deep. Jordan Davis added 13 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while the team dished out 19 assists in the win.</p><p>Despite Illinois State's defensive struggles, allowing 54 points on 60% shooting, they still managed to hold their opponent to just 54 points. The Redbirds gave up 31 field goals, including 18 two-pointers at a 78% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's defense allowed 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws (76%). The Redbirds limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Can the Aces Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Evansville Aces Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Evansville fell to 4-10 on the season after a 66-62 home loss to Indiana State on Saturday. The Aces, who were +3 point underdogs, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Evansville led 36-31 at halftime but managed just 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 128, well under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Evansville's offense put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.1%. They connected on 35% of their three-point attempts, hitting 7 of 20 from deep, while shooting 44.1% on two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Aces made 11 of 18, finishing with a 61.1% success rate.</p> <p>Jaden Daughtry led the way with 26 points in just 24 minutes, shooting 52.9% from the field. Tayshawn Comer added 24 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Tanner Cuff contributed 11 points, making all of his three-point attempts and finishing with 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Evansville's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field, with 22 made field goals on 54 attempts. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Evansville's defense gave up 7 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 35%. At the free-throw line, Evansville's opponent shot 61%, making 11 of 18 free throws. The Aces also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Eagles and Terriers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Terriers will host the game at Case Gym in Boston, MA. The over/under for this game is set at 127.5 points, and Boston is favored by -1.5 vs. American in a Patriot League conference matchup.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS BOSTON TERRIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Terriers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Case Gym at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON TERRIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Terriers.</li><li>Not only will Boston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will American Shock Everyone at Case Gym?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Eagles improved to 5-8 on the season with a 75-64 home win over Holy Cross on Sunday, January 5th. American entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-26 at halftime, the Eagles scored 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game were 139, just over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Eagles shot 50% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 62.5%. They hit 12 of 24 from beyond the arc, and also shot 50% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 15 of 17 attempts for an 88.2% success rate.</p> <p>Joe Nugent and Matt Rogers were key contributors, each shooting 62.5% overall. Nugent hit 5 of 8 from three, while Rogers connected on 4 of 5 from deep. Max Green led the team with 20 points and 5 assists, despite shooting just 33.3% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 64 points, the American Eagles allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, with 24 made baskets on 48 attempts. The Eagles gave up 12 two-point field goals on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Eagles' defense allowed 12 three-pointers on 24 attempts, with their opponent shooting 50% from three-point range. The Eagles also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 15 free throws, an 88% success rate. American gave up just 3 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Terriers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Boston Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston improved to 6-8 on the season with a 71-63 win over Army on Sunday, January 5th. Playing at home, the Terriers were -4 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win. The combined points of 134 just edged out the O/U line of 132.5.</p> 

<p>Boston led 40-35 at halftime and finished strong by outscoring Army 31-28 in the 2nd half.</p><p>Boston's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 60.4%. They hit 60% of their two-point shots and connected on 39.1% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes in total.</p> <p>Michael McNair and Jalen Rucker led the way with 17 points each, with McNair hitting 5 of 7 from deep. Ben Roy also had an efficient night, shooting 71.4% overall and hitting his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, the Boston Terriers allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts. The defense also conceded 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% success rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Boston's opponent went 8/11, hitting 72% of their shots. The Terriers also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chanticleers and Mountaineers. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mountaineers at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Appalachian State as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 128.5 points.</p><h3>COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have Appalachian State winning straight-up, we like Coastal Carolina at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Chanticleers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coastal Carolina improved to 6-7 on the season with a 70-51 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. The Chanticleers were favored by seven points and covered the spread in the home victory.</p> 

<p>Coastal Carolina led 34-22 at halftime and added 36 points in the second half while allowing 29. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 134.5-point over/under line.</p><p>Coastal Carolina put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.8%, thanks to a strong 65.4% shooting inside the arc. From three-point range, they struggled, hitting just 25.9% on 7 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Chanticleers connected on 15 of 18 attempts, good for 83.3%. They grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Jerry Ngopot and Coltie Young led the team with 14 points each, while Noah Amenhauser was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's defense gave up 51 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 65% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coastal Carolina's defense held the opposition to 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. The other team also went to the line 18 times, making 15 free throws, or 83%. Coastal Carolina gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Appalachian State improved to 5-7 on the season with a 72-61 win over Texas State on Saturday, January 4th. The Mountaineers were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State led 38-30 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Texas State 34-31. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Appalachian State's offense put up 72 points, shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.7%, thanks in large part to their 54.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 22 points and 6 assists, connecting on 4 of 6 threes. Alonzo Dodd and Dylan Dawson also hit 4 threes, each shooting 66.7% from deep. The Mountaineers dished out 15 assists as a team, with Tate contributing 6 of them.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense struggled, giving up 61 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. They conceded 27 made field goals on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mountaineers allowed 12 threes on 22 attempts, a 54% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 9 times, where they hit 6 free throws.</p>