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<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Pride game? Catch the action at Mack Sports Complex in Hempstead, NY, as the Pride hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Hofstra is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Charleston.</p><h3>CHARLESTON COUGARS VS HOFSTRA PRIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hofstra Pride -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mack Sports Complex at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOFSTRA PRIDE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pride.</li><li>Not only will Hofstra pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><p>Charleston improved to 11-3 on the season with a 77-69 win over Towson on Saturday. The Cougars were -6.5 favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Charleston took control early, leading 39-30 at halftime. They scored 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39, but their early lead helped them secure the win.</p><p>Charleston's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 46% from the field and 38.9% from beyond the arc. They were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 24 of 26 attempts for a 92.3% success rate.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the way with 22 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from three-point range. Deywilk Tavarez and AJ Smith each added 20 points, with Smith shooting 75% overall and hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 23 of 50 shots. Inside the arc, they were 16/32, shooting 50% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponents shot 38%, making 7 of 18 attempts. They also went to the line 26 times, converting 24 free throws for 92%. Charleston allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Pride Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Hofstra improved to 7-6 on the season with a 55-37 win over Northeastern on Saturday. The Pride were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Hofstra’s defense was key, holding the Huskies to just 18 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 themselves. The game’s total points (92) were well under the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Hofstra managed just 55 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.8%. They hit 5 of 13 threes, shooting 38.5% from deep, and connected on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16 for 21.</p> <p>Offensively, they struggled to move the ball, finishing with only 6 assists and grabbing just 3 offensive rebounds. Cruz Davis led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Rashad King added 16 points and 11 rebounds, though he shot just 29.4% from the field.</p><p>Hofstra's defense was dominant, giving up just 37 points while holding their opponent to 21% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 27% (10/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hofstra's defense was even more impressive, allowing just 3 made threes on 25 attempts (12%). They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they hit 8 free throws (53%).</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Dragons and Seawolves face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Seawolves are hosting the game at Stony Brook Arena in Stony Brook, NY. Drexel is favored by -6.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stony Brook Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Seawolves.</li><li>Not only will Stony Brook pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Drexel?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dragons improved to 8-6 on the season with a 68-59 road win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday. Drexel entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread, while the combined 127 points fell short of the 145.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Drexel led 34-33 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, holding the Aggies to just 26 points while scoring 34 of their own.</p><p>In their latest game, Drexel put up 68 points, shooting 44.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 36.4% of their threes (8/22) and 48.6% from two-point range (18/37), while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 61.5% (8/13).</p> <p>Yame Butler led the way with 24 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep (3/5). Drexel grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, with Nikolaos Chitikoudis pulling down 12 boards despite shooting 30.8% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, Drexel held their opponent to just 59 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 17/47 (36%) and three-point attempts to 2/15 (13%).</p> <p>Even with 14 offensive rebounds allowed, Drexel's defense kept the pressure on, though their opponent did capitalize from the free-throw line, hitting 19/22 (86%).</p><h3>Do the Seawolves Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stony Brook fell to 3-11 on the season after an 83-76 home loss to William & Mary on Saturday. Entering the game as +6 point underdogs, the Seawolves not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Stony Brook trailed 42-37 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, as they were outscored 41-39 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 159 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Stony Brook put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.7%, with a strong 58.6% from two-point range. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30.8% of their threes, but excelled at the free-throw line, connecting on 81.8% of their attempts.</p> <p>CJ Luster II led the way with 22 points, while Jared Frey added 18. Isaiah Mbeng hit 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points. Chase Lowe contributed 11 points and 8 assists, shooting 80% from the field.</p><p>Despite Stony Brook's defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, their opponents were particularly effective, hitting 58% of their two-point attempts, going 17/29.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stony Brook's defense held their opponents to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 for 81%. Stony Brook also allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Drexel Dragons vs Stony Brook Seawolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Rainbow Warriors and Highlanders game? Catch the action at SRC Arena in Riverside, CA, as the Highlanders hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Big West conference contest is set at 133.5 points, with UC Riverside being favored by -2.5 at home against Hawaii.</p><h3>HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS VS UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Riverside Highlanders -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at SRC Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Highlanders.</li><li>Not only will UC Riverside pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Hawaii Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 7-5 on the season with a 68-55 home win over Cal Poly on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 123, well under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Hawaii led 27-22 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 41 points in the second half while holding Cal Poly to 33 points.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51%. They hit 53.3% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 21 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 75%, making 15 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 46.2% from the field and 50% from three (3/6). Tom Beattie and Owen Koonce each added 15 points, with Beattie shooting 66.7% overall. Tanner Christensen contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 80% of his shots.</p><p>Hawaii's defense held their opponent to 55 points, even though they allowed them to shoot 45% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hawaii's opponent shot 33%, hitting 7 of 21 three-point attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 20 times, making 15 of those shots.</p><h3>Can the Highlanders Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>UC Riverside Highlanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Riverside fell to 8-6 on the season after an 81-57 road loss to UC Irvine on Saturday, January 4th. The Highlanders entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Riverside led 35-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 22 points while allowing 52 to the Anteaters.</p><p>UC Riverside struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.7% from the field and 24% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.5%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Barrington Hargress led the Highlanders with 20 points, though he shot 35.3% from the field and 30% from deep. Justin Hohn added 17 points, shooting 57.1% overall, while Myles Che contributed 16 points and 7 assists.</p><p>UC Riverside's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Highlanders allowed their opponent to connect on 60% of their two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Riverside held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they went 7/22 from three-point range. The Highlanders also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 20 for 71%. UC Riverside allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<img class="alignleft wp-image-599031" src="http://bangthebook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/first-5-innings-icon.png" alt="" width="150" height="150" />First five inning betting has really grown in popularity in recent years. Instead of <a href="/mlb-money-line-betting-tips/">betting the money line</a>, <a href="/betting-mlb-totals/">total</a>, or <a href="/betting-mlb-run-lines/">run line</a> for all nine innings of a game, bettors can decide to bet the first five innings of a game.

In that scenario, <strong>bets are graded the same as the full game, just with a shorter number of innings.</strong>

Perhaps bettors got tired of bullpens blowing games or they realized that there were more advantageous opportunities with this form of betting, but this really is a betting option that has gotten a lot more traction.
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 	<li>The bet is graded based on the first five innings of play</li>
 	<li>The full game favorite is going to be the favorite for the first five innings bets as well.</li>
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<h2>Why First Five Bets are Popular</h2>
One of the advantages to this style of betting is that the <strong>starting pitchers are generally going to be the only pitchers to perform</strong> in the first five innings, unless they have a really bad day or get hurt. The managers decide which bullpen pitchers will be used and bettors have no way to handicap those players because they don't know who will pitch.

<strong>Because we know the starting pitchers, we can home in more on what we expect out of them</strong>. That allows us the ability to have a better idea of what to plan is for during the game and also bet the game accordingly.
<h2>Differences in Odds When Betting MLB First Five Innings</h2>
Usually, there won't be big differences in the full game line and the first five line.

A great starting pitcher on a bad team may get more respect in the first five innings, but that bad team is still likely to be an underdog against a better team. The favorite may be a bigger favorite with a top starting pitcher on the mound, but usually the lines are very close.
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 	<li>A -125 favorite may be more like a -135 favorite on the first five innings money line. A +140 underdog may be more like +135 or +130 depending on the pitcher. For the most part, the lines will be in the same range.</li>
 	<li>Totals are going to be about half of the full game total, but usually with half of a run added to the line. A total of 8 will have a first five innings total of 4 with extra juice or maybe 4.5. After all, five innings are more than half of a regulation nine-inning game.</li>
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<h2>Final thoughts on Betting MLB First Five Innings</h2>
There are few annoyances greater in this business than a bullpen blowing a lead, whether it is for the favorite or the dog. First five betting mostly takes this out of the equation. That being said, starting pitchers can certainly blow a lead to cost a first five bet in the middle innings.

In another <a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb/mlb-betting/">MLB article here at BangTheBook</a>, you can read about starting pitchers and the <a href="https://www.baseballprospectus.com/news/article/28506/baseball-therapy-is-there-a-times-through-the-order-penalty/">Times Through the Order penalty</a>, which is a big deal when it comes to first five betting.

Keep this betting option in mind as an alternative to betting full game money lines and totals because it can be very profitable and can have more edges.

Handicapping MLB First Five Inning Bet

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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<p>Betting on today's Catamounts and River Hawks game? Catch the action at Costello Athletic Center in Lowell, MA, as the River Hawks hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Massachusetts-Lowell is favored by -4.5 vs. Vermont in a America East conference matchup.</p><h3>VERMONT CATAMOUNTS VS MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Costello Athletic Center at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the River Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts-Lowell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Lowell Possible for the Catamounts?</h3><p>Vermont improved to 6-8 on the season with a 60-40 win over New Hampshire on Saturday. The Catamounts were favored by 12 points and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 100 fell well short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 24-23 at halftime, Vermont’s defense clamped down, allowing just 17 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 points themselves.</p><p>Vermont's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 60 points with a field goal percentage of 40.7% (22/54). Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, and they hit 41.2% of their threes, going 7/17 from deep. At the free-throw line, they connected on 9 of 12 attempts, good for 75%.</p> <p>TJ Hurley led the way with 17 points, shooting 42.9% overall and 60% from three (3/5). Nick Fiorillo added 14 points, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc. Sami Pissis struggled, shooting just 25% overall and 22.2% from three, but still contributed 13 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Vermont's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 40 points on 28% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the other team making only 6 of 22 attempts for 27%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Vermont's defense allowed 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 10 times, where they hit 7 free throws.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Massachusetts-Lowell?</h3><p>Massachusetts-Lowell improved to 9-4 on the season with a 73-69 win over Albany on Saturday. The River Hawks entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread, but the total points of 142 fell short of the O/U line of 160.5.</p> <p>Trailing 37-33 at halftime, Massachusetts-Lowell turned things around in the second half, outscoring Albany 40-32 to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, the River Hawks put up 73 points, shooting 48.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.8%, thanks largely to their 67.6% shooting on two-pointers (23/34), while they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 22 attempts (18.2%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 shots (88.2%). Byron Joshua led the way with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Max Brooks added 16 points, shooting 87.5% (7/8) from the field.</p><p>Massachusetts-Lowell held their opponent to 69 points on 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 two-point field goals on 56 attempts, a 50% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the River Hawks limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 7 shots for 50%.</p>

Vermont Catamounts vs Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Devils and Rangers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rangers will host the game at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. The Devils are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Metropolitan division matchup against the Rangers. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Rangers winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Rangers on the moneyline (+148)</li><li>The Rangers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Devils Chances on the Road</h3><p>New Jersey fell to 25-15-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Both teams were scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net three times. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their last game, taking 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. They gave the puck away 19 times and were unable to capitalize on any power play opportunities.</p> <p>New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including the third when Calgary scored three times. The Devils' record now stands at 25-15-3.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held the Flames scoreless through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the Devils' defense had 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Rangers improved to 18-21-2 with a 5-2 road win over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, New York covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. New York held a 2-0 lead before the Islanders got on the board, and the Rangers added two more goals in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal, coming on a shorthanded effort. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal of the season, while Adam Edstrom netted his 1st.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored once on the power play, with Panarin’s 8th goal coming during a man advantage.</p><p>On defense, the Rangers will look to carry over their strong play from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage. The Rangers' defense also recorded 10 takeaways, 19 hits, and 18 blocks. The only goal they allowed in the 3rd period came with just 8 seconds remaining in the 2nd period.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bears and Hatters face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hatters are hosting the game at Edmunds Center in DeLand, FL. The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have Stetson as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS VS STETSON HATTERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stetson Hatters -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Edmunds Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STETSON HATTERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Hatters.</li><li>Not only will Stetson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bears Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Central Arkansas Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears improved to 3-10 on the season with a 71-65 win over Bellarmine on Saturday, January 4th. Playing at home, Central Arkansas entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-30 at halftime, the Bears outscored Bellarmine 41-34 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Central Arkansas put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field. They hit 29.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 34 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%.</p> <p>Layne Taylor led the way with 29 points, hitting 5 threes on 14 attempts. Elias Cato was efficient, going 7-for-8 from the field and 2-for-3 from deep, finishing with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Billy Smith also added 21 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 41.7% clip.</p><p>Central Arkansas held their opponent to 65 points, allowing them to shoot 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bears gave up 12 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Arkansas allowed 10 three-pointers on 34 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from deep. The Bears also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 17 for 63%. Central Arkansas gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Stetson Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Stetson Hatters Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stetson picked up their first win of the season on Saturday, January 4th, with a 78-62 victory over West Georgia. The Hatters, who are now 1-12, were +4 point underdogs going into the game.</p> <p>Trailing 32-30 at halftime, Stetson turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Wolves 48-30. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Stetson's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 52.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.3%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 64.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going just 5-for-17 (29.4%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hatters were nearly automatic, converting 23 of 26 attempts (88.5%). Mehki Ellison led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, while Josh Massey added 21 points on 6-of-7 shooting, also grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>Stetson's defense was strong in their last game, holding their opponent to just 62 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 18 of 51 attempts, a 35% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stetson allowed 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 11, shooting 55%. Stetson gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Central Arkansas Bears vs Stetson Hatters NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>In a non-conference matchup, the Atlanta Hawks (19-18) will travel to take on the Phoenix Suns (16-19) at Footprint Center. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Oddsmakers have the Suns (-260) favored by 6.5 points over the Hawks (+215). The over/under line for the game is currently sitting at 238 points.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-116 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Atlanta Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Hawks moved to 19-18 on the season with a 124-121 road win over the Jazz on Tuesday. Atlanta was favored by 5.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, while the game’s total of 245 points went over the 238.5-point line.</p> <p>Atlanta led 36-32 after the 1st quarter, but Utah went on a 12-0 run, briefly taking the lead. The Hawks regained control, leading 93-89 going into the 4th, and held on despite being outscored 32-31 in the final period.</p><p>Trae Young's 24 points and 20 assists led the Hawks to a win over the Jazz, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field and 30% from three. Clint Capela added 18 points, hitting 81.8% of his shots, while De'Andre Hunter contributed 17 points, knocking down 4 threes at 57.1% efficiency.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks connected on 18 threes, shooting 40.9% from deep and 48% overall. Young scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Bogdan Bogdanović added 6 of his 11 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 121 points, the Hawks managed to secure a win over the Jazz on Tuesday. Atlanta allowed 32 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 27 points. Overall, they held Utah to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hawks struggled to defend the three-point line, where the Jazz hit 19 threes at a 39% clip. Atlanta also sent Utah to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22. The Hawks grabbed 32 defensive rebounds while allowing 13 offensive boards, and they added 6 steals and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Phoenix?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 16-19 this season after a 115-104 road loss to the Hornets on Tuesday. Phoenix, favored by 5 points, failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 219 points fell short of the 226-point O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 29-22 in the 1st quarter, the Suns were outscored 37-17 in the 2nd, including a 14-0 run by Charlotte. Phoenix rallied in the 3rd, winning the quarter 37-29, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 27-21 in the 4th.</p><p>Devin Booker poured in 39 points and 10 assists in the Suns' loss to the Hornets, shooting 56% from the field. He added 14 points in the 1st quarter and 13 more in the 3rd. Kevin Durant contributed 26 points, with 13 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>As a team, the Suns shot just 42.4% from the field and made only 8 three-pointers, hitting 24.2% from beyond the arc. Booker made 2 threes, shooting 25% from deep.</p><p>The Suns gave up 115 points to the Hornets on Tuesday, with their toughest stretch coming in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 37 points. Despite this, they held the Hornets to 38% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns limited the Hornets to 27% shooting and 13 made threes. However, they sent the Hornets to the line 29 times, where they made 26 free throws. The Suns finished with 34 defensive rebounds but allowed 20 offensive boards.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Islanders and Golden Knights face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Golden Knights as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Islanders winning this one 4-2.</li><li>We like the Islanders on the moneyline (+150)</li><li>The Islanders are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for New York as Away Dogs</h3><p>After a 5-2 loss to the Rangers, the Islanders now sit at 15-18-7. Going into the game, the total was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for 7. The Islanders, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>The Islanders didn’t score until 4:38 into the second period, after the Rangers had already netted two goals. Casey Cizikas and Brock Nelson each scored for the Islanders, but the Rangers pulled away with two more goals in the third period.</p><p>Casey Cizikas netted his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth in the Islanders' 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Cizikas scored 4:38 into the second period, and Nelson followed with just 8 seconds left in the same period.</p> <p>Despite taking 37 shots on goal, the Islanders were limited to just two scores. They recorded 23 giveaways and came up empty on power plays.</p><p>The Islanders' defense gave up the first goal just 3:44 into the game and allowed two more in the 3rd period, including an empty netter, leading to a 5-2 loss. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage, while the defense recorded 12 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Will Vegas Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights improved to 28-9-3. Vegas was favored on the puck line, but couldn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over.</p> 

<p>Vegas fell behind 2-0 before rallying with four different players scoring. Pavel Dorofeyev got the Golden Knights on the board at 15:06 in the second period.</p><p>Vegas fired 35 shots on goal in their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, with Brett Howden netting his 6th goal of the season at 2:15 in overtime. William Karlsson scored his 2nd goal of the year, while Pavel Dorofeyev added his 7th. Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season and also contributed two assists, bringing his total to 5 assists for the year.</p> <p>The Golden Knights were held scoreless in the first period before Dorofeyev got them on the board at 4:54 in the second. Hanifin followed with his 2nd goal at 19:59 in the same period. Vegas finished the game with 13 giveaways and did not score on any power plays.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game, as well as a late equalizer at 13:10 in the 3rd period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also contributed 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

New York Islanders vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

Siena Saints vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>The Owls and Mean Green are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPNU. The Mean Green will host the game at UNT Coliseum in Denton, TX. This American Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 125.5 points, and North Texas is favored to win by -11.5 at home vs. Rice.</p><h3>RICE OWLS VS NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rice Owls +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNT Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RICE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mean Green.</li><li>Even though we have North Texas winning straight-up, we like Rice at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 125.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Owls Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Rice improved to 11-3 on the season with a 68-55 win over Charlotte on Saturday. Playing at home, the Owls entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Rice led 31-25 at halftime and added 37 points in the second half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Rice put up 68 points in their latest game, shooting 45.3% from the field and hitting 6 of 19 from beyond the arc for a 31.6% rate. They were efficient from the free-throw line, knocking down 87.5% of their attempts (14/16).</p> <p>Nik Graves led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 58.3% overall and 50% from three (4/8). Kellen Amos was perfect from the field, going 3/3 for 12 points.</p><p>Despite giving up 55 points, Rice allowed their opponent to shoot 45% from the field, with 24 made baskets on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Owls' defense conceded 18 two-pointers on 34 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rice held their opponent to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. The Owls also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they hit 14 shots, an 87% free-throw percentage. Rice gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Mean Green Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>North Texas Mean Green Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Texas fell to 8-4 on the season after a 68-64 road loss to Memphis on Sunday. The Mean Green entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>North Texas trailed 33-32 at halftime and scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 136.5 over/under line.</p><p>North Texas put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, with a strong 54.5% on two-pointers but just 22.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 4 of 18 threes. They connected on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16 for 21.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points, hitting 11 of 14 shots overall and going 3 for 3 from three-point range. Moulaye Sissoko was also efficient, making 7 of 8 shots for 17 points, while Dain Dainja added 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>North Texas struggled defensively, giving up 68 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. The Mean Green had difficulty containing two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 61% of their attempts (19/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Texas allowed 5 threes on 13 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws (71%). North Texas did manage to limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 4.</p>

Rice Owls vs North Texas Mean Green NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Blue Jays (80-65, 38-32 home) host the Rangers (80-64, 35-34 away) in game three of this American League series. Getting the start for the Blue Jays is Yusei Kikuchi while the Rangers are turning to Jordan Montgomery. Read on to get my best bet for this Toronto Blue Jays vs. Texas Rangers matchup.</p><h3>TEXAS RANGERS VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Rangers +102</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 7:07 ET on Wednesday, September 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>The Blue Jays come into this matchup on a two game home losing streak.</li><li>Texas has the leg up over the Blue Jays so far this year at 4-1.</li><li>The Rangers have gone 1-2 in Yusei Kikuchi's last five starts.</li></ul><h3>TEXAS RANGERS TRYING TO CLOSE GAP IN AL WEST</h3><p>Coming in with an overall record of 80-64, the Rangers are winners of five straight games. Through 46 series, they are 26-18-2 and in 2nd place in the AL West. At home, they have gone 45-30 compared to 35-34 on the road.</p><p><p>Jordan Montgomery is set to take the mound for the Rangers with an 8-11 record over 28 appearances. His ERA is 3.62, and his K/9 rate is 8.02. Additionally, his FIP stands at 3.72 and opponents have a .298 OBP against him this season.</p></p><p>Jordan Montgomery's last outing resulted in a 6-3 loss to the Athletics, as he allowed eight hits and five earned runs over 5 2/3 innings.</p><p>The Rangers have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 18 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 4th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 5th in home runs and 3rd in slugging percentage. Overall, Texas is averaging 5.5 runs per game (3rd).</p><p>Over the Rangers' last ten games, Marcus Semien has been a powerful presence in the lineup, leading the team with four home runs. His season-long total of 24 long balls is impressive, and his overall batting average of .278 is nothing to scoff at.</p><h3>WILL THE TORONTO BLUE JAYS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Throughout the season, the Blue Jays have taken advantage of playing at home, posting a series record of 13-8 at Rogers Centre. Their overall record of 80-65 puts Toronto 3rd in the AL East. Against the runline, their overall record is 66-79 and 30-40 at home. This year's Blue Jays' games have an over/under record of 62-78.</p><p><p>Yusei Kikuchi has taken the mound 28 times this season, with a .407 slugging percentage allowed and a WHIP of 1.24. His overall record is 9-5, an ERA of 3.57, and 160 strikeouts - averaging 9.69 K's per nine innings. On the road, he has gone 4-3 with an ERA of 4.15; at home, he is 5-2 with an ERA of 3.68.</p></p><p>Yusei Kikuchi's most recent outing saw him surrender three hits across five innings, resulting in one earned run. Although the left-hander did not factor into the decision, his club, the Blue Jays, emerged victorious with a 5-4 victory over the Royals.</p><p>During their last five games, Toronto is the 16th ranked offense in terms of batting average. In these games, they have hit a combined .234 and are averaging 4.4 runs per game. Across the entire season, the Blue Jays are hitting .259 with an OBP of .332 while averaging 4.6 runs per contest. This figure puts them 16th in the league.</p><p>Over the last ten games, George Springer has been a major contributor to the Blue Jays' offense, leading the team with two home runs. His season-long total of 19 homers is impressive, and he boasts an overall batting average of .263.</p>

Texas Rangers vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Pick & Prediction 9/13/23

<p>Coming into this week six matchup, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are the -7 point favorites over the Duke Blue Devils. The game is set for 8:00 ET at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta and will be broadcast on ACCN. The over/under line is currently at 53.5 points. Duke is 5-0 on the season, while Georgia Tech sits at 3-2.</p><h3>DUKE BLUE DEVILS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duke Blue Devils +7</p><p>This game will be played at Bobby Dodd Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, October 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUKE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Duke Blue Devils winning this one by a score of 34 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Duke Blue Devils winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +7</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Duke Blue Devils Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Duke enters Week 6 with a perfect 5-0 record, facing Georgia Tech on the road. They are ranked 59th in our power rankings and have a 97.7% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. So far, the Blue Devils are 2-0 at home and 1-0 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>With an average scoring margin of +12.6 points per game, Duke is 2-1 against the spread. They’ve been favored in two games, going 1-1 ATS as the favorite and 1-0 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Duke’s over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 45 points. The average over/under line this season has been 48 points, while this week’s line is set at 53.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 6, Duke’s offense ranks 54th in points per game, averaging 28.8, and they are 98th in our offensive power rankings. Their third-down conversion rate is just 29%, ranking 104th nationally. On the ground, they average 124.6 rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Maalik Murphy leads Duke’s passing attack with 1,226 yards and 12 touchdowns, though he has thrown four interceptions. The Blue Devils are 15th in passing attempts per game, averaging 35.6, and 20th in completions. Jordan Moore has 420 receiving yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>Duke’s defense has been solid this season, ranking 26th nationally by allowing just 16.2 points per game. They’ve given up 133.2 rushing yards per game and 155.8 passing yards, which ranks 24th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 66.7 against Duke, completing 56.6% of their throws.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against North Carolina, Duke’s defense allowed 20 points but didn’t give up a rushing touchdown. They forced 40 rushing attempts for 156 yards and allowed 251 passing yards while also grabbing an interception.</p><h3>Are The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Georgia Tech enters Week 6 with a 3-2 record, hosting Duke. They are 2-0 at home this season and rank 49th in our power rankings. The Yellow Jackets have a 61.3% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, but only a 0.2% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast, according to projections.</p> <p></p><p>Georgia Tech’s ATS record is 2-2, with a +12.6 average scoring margin. They are 2-0 against the spread at home and 0-2 on the road, going 1-1 as both the favorite and the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 0-4, with an average line of 56.8 points. This week’s total is set at 53.5 points, slightly above their average game total of 53.4 points.</p><p>Georgia Tech’s passing game has been the focal point of their offense this season, ranking 19th in passing yards per game with 276 yards. They are also 19th in passing completions, averaging 21.8 per game. Quarterback Haynes King has thrown for 1,274 yards and has a passer rating of 113. Georgia Tech is 37th in scoring, averaging 33 points per game, and they are ranked 17th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 6.</p> <p></p><p>King has completed 73.9% of his passes, and Georgia Tech is 3rd in the nation in completion percentage. He has thrown six touchdowns and just one interception. Malik Rutherford leads the team with 398 receiving yards on 29 catches. On the ground, Georgia Tech is averaging 165 rushing yards per game. Jamal Haynes has rushed for 238 yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense, ranked 39th nationally, is giving up 20.4 points per game this season. In their recent game against Louisville, they allowed 31 points, surrendering 437 total yards, including 264 passing yards and three touchdowns, though they did force one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 229 passing yards per game against Georgia Tech, completing 66.5% of their throws. On the ground, Georgia Tech’s defense has been strong, ranking 23rd in the nation by allowing just 94 rushing yards per game on 27.6 attempts, the 14th fewest in the country.</p>

Duke Blue Devils vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 10/5/24

New Jersey Devils vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 3/29/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 136.5 points, with Little Rock being favored by -6 at home against Morehead State.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +6</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Morehead State Stun the Crowd at Jack Stephens Center?</h3><p>Morehead State's season record dropped to 5-7 after a 74-55 road loss to Tennessee Tech on Saturday. The Eagles, who were +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Morehead State trailed 40-29 at halftime and couldn't turn things around in the 2nd half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 36.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit only 3 of 15 from beyond the arc, shooting 20% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 6 of 11 attempts, shooting 54.5%.</p> <p>Matthew Sells was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall. Jaylon Johnson contributed 8 assists to go along with 12 points and 7 rebounds, while Anouar Mellouk and JaJuan Nicholls both shot 6 of 10 from the field, with Mellouk also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 74 points on 46% shooting from the field, with their opponents hitting 26 of 56 shots. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 47% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponents shooting 44% from deep. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws, a 70% success rate. Morehead State gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Trojans?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Trojans fell to 7-6 on the season after a 95-86 road loss to Tennessee State on Saturday. Little Rock entered the game as +1 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 181 far exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Little Rock trailed 44-32 at halftime but put up 54 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, which prevented them from making a comeback.</p><p>Ante Beljan's 33-point, 11-rebound performance powered Little Rock to 86 points in their last game, as he shot 57.9% from the field. Ronald Jessamy was also efficient, hitting 77.8% of his shots and grabbing 12 boards.</p> <p>Travis Harper II added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 10 from deep, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 16 points and 6 assists despite shooting just 29.4%. The Trojans shot 44.1% overall, 30% from three, and 66.7% from the free-throw line, with 16 offensive rebounds and 13 assists.</p><p>Despite Little Rock's defensive struggles, they sent their opponents to the line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws for 76%. The Trojans also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Morehead State Eagles vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Islanders and Lions game? Catch the action at University Center (LA) in Hammond, LA, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi is favored by -1.5 in this Southland conference contest against Southeastern Louisiana. The game's over/under currently sits at 142.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Center (LA) at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Southeastern Louisiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Islanders?</h3><h3>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi fell to 4-6 on the season after an 87-51 loss to Houston on Saturday, December 21st. The Islanders, who were +31 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, exceeding the over/under line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Trailing 46-27 at halftime, the Islanders struggled to mount a comeback, scoring just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Islanders managed just 51 points, shooting 32.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.7%, with two-point shooting at 35.1% and three-point shooting at 26.3% (5/19).</p> <p>They hit 62.5% of their free throws and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds. Milos Uzan was perfect from deep, hitting 2/2 threes, while L.J. Cryer connected on 5/7, finishing with 17 points and 3 assists.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's defense struggled, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 50% of their two-point shots, going 12/24.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 48%, making 14 of 29 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 21 free throws for 84%. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Southeastern Louisiana Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>Southeastern Louisiana Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions fell to 4-7 on the season after a 79-51 loss to McNeese State on Monday. Southeastern Louisiana, who were +13.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in the loss.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-20 at halftime, the Lions allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31 of their own. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 134.5 over/under line.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana struggled offensively in their last game, managing just 51 points while shooting 39.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, and they hit only 22.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-22 from deep. At the free-throw line, they converted just 8 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Javohn Garcia led the way with 26 points, shooting 46.7% overall and 40% from three. Christian Shumate added 12 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while Quadir Copeland contributed 11 points and 8 assists. The Lions finished with 9 offensive rebounds and 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana struggled defensively, giving up 79 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Lions couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southeastern Louisiana's defense gave up 7 threes on 18 attempts, a 38% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 81%. The Lions allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Southeastern Louisiana Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Avalanche and Wild game? Catch the action at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN, as the Wild hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Central division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Wild winning this game by a score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+111)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><p>Following a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche are now 25-16-1. Colorado led 1-0 early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over. The Avalanche were underdogs on the puck line, and their defense allowed two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, a power-play effort in the second period. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, which came with just 2:17 left in the game.</p> <p>Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon’s goal. MacKinnon now has 14 assists after setting up Makar’s earlier goal. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%, but the Avalanche's defense struggled late, giving up two goals in the final 1:14. The first came at 18:46 in the 3rd period, followed by another at 19:19. Annunen also allowed three earlier goals, including two on the power play.</p><h3>Will the Minnesota Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 26-11-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but they didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the opening period, but Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth in the Wild's 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three, and Marco Rossi added his seventh assist on Boldy’s game-winner.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They recorded 15 offensive giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild allowed a late first-period goal to Toronto, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for the rest of the game, eventually winning 2-1 in overtime. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Wolves and Governors face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Governors are hosting the game at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 130.5 points, and Austin Peay is favored by -8.5 to win at home against West Georgia.</p><h3>WEST GEORGIA WOLVES VS AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Austin Peay Governors -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at F&M Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 94-57 in favor of the Governors.</li><li>Not only will Austin Peay pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will West Georgia Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>West Georgia's season continued to struggle as they fell to 1-13 after a 78-62 home loss to Stetson on Saturday. The Wolves, who were -4 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 32-30 at halftime, West Georgia's defense faltered in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring just 30. This collapse was a key factor in their latest defeat.</p><p>West Georgia struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they hit only 55% of their free throws.</p> <p>Mehki Ellison led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, shooting 60% from the floor. Josh Massey added 21 points, hitting 85.7% of his shots, while Jordan Wood contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Even though West Georgia gave up 78 points, their defense held the opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 66 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 35%, hitting 18 of their 51 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, West Georgia allowed 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. The opponent also struggled from the free-throw line, making 11 of 20 for 55%. West Georgia gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Governors Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Austin Peay’s season continued to struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 68-44 loss to Jacksonville on Saturday. The Governors, who were +6 underdogs going into the game, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 112, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>In the game, Austin Peay trailed 27-19 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half. They scored 25 points after the break but allowed Jacksonville to put up 41 points, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Austin Peay's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 44 points on 27.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 4 of 28 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 14.3% three-point percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 30.4%.</p> <p>Robert McCray led the team with 15 points and 4 assists, while Zach Bell and LJ Thomas each added 12 points. Bell shot 71.4% from the field, while Thomas connected on just 5 of 18 attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, Austin Peay's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 46% from the field, hitting 24 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Governors allowed 19 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, also at a 46% clip.</p> <p>From three-point range, Austin Peay's defense saw their opponent connect on 5 of 11 shots, good for 45%. They also sent the opposing team to the line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 75%. The Governors gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Georgia Wolves vs Austin Peay Governors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Screaming Eagles and Redhawks face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The Redhawks are hosting the game at Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 140.5 points, with Southeast Missouri State being favored by -7.5 at home against Southern Indiana.</p><h3>SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES VS SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Show Me Center at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 91-59 in favor of the Redhawks.</li><li>Not only will Southeast Missouri State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Screaming Eagles Have a Shot at a Win at Cape Girardeau?</h3><h3>Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern Indiana fell to 4-8 on the season after a 68-64 road loss to Tennessee Tech on Thursday. The Screaming Eagles were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-33 at halftime, Southern Indiana played Tennessee Tech evenly in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 31 points. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Southern Indiana struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.8% from the field and 24% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was only 38%, but they did hit 90.9% of their free throws, going 10-for-11.</p> <p>Stephen Olowoniyi led the way with 26 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 64.7% from the field. Damoni Harrison added 20 points, hitting 3-of-9 from beyond the arc, while Matthew Sells connected on 4-of-8 threes, finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 41% shooting from the field. They gave up 18 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 52% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 29%, hitting 9 of 31 three-point attempts. Southern Indiana also sent them to the line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws, shooting 62%.</p><h3>Can the Redhawks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Southeast Missouri State fell to 5-7 on the season after a narrow 66-63 road loss to UT Martin on Saturday. Entering the game as +2 underdogs, the Redhawks not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 129, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-23 at halftime, Southeast Missouri State mounted a comeback, outscoring UT Martin 40-33 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to pull off the win.</p><p>Southeast Missouri State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39% from the field and 39.4% on two-point attempts. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%.</p> <p>Braxton Stacker led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 9 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. The Redhawks also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, but shot just 53.8% from the free-throw line, making 7 of 13 attempts.</p><p>Defensively, Southeast Missouri State held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting 13 of 28 shots for 46%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Redhawks allowed 7 threes on 21 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 21 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 90%. Southeast Missouri State gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Bruins and Lightning are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lightning will host the game at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Lightning are favored by -1.5 vs. the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>The Lightning enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Bruins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved above .500, bringing their record to 20-18-5. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell well short of the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding a power-play goal at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston took 33 shots on goal in their 2-0 win over Seattle, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season and Charlie Coyle adding his 2nd, which came on a power play. The Bruins scored both of their goals in the first period, with Brazeau finding the net 3:23 into the game and Coyle scoring at 10:03.</p> <p>Boston recorded 16 giveaways and 4 assists. Brad Marchand picked up his 7th assist on Coyle’s power-play goal, while Elias Lindholm earned his 6th assist.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Bruins will be looking to carry over their performance from their previous game, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman posted 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins' defense totaled 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Will the Lightning Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>After a 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning are now 21-15-2 this season. Tampa Bay, the underdog going into the game, saw the total of 11 goals far exceed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>The Lightning started strong, scoring the first two goals, but their defense faltered, allowing four goals in the third period. Four different players scored for Tampa Bay in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning, 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, and Nikita Kucherov scored for the 10th time this season.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They registered 4 assists, with Jake Guentzel picking up his 8th assist and Nick Paul adding his 7th.</p><p>Tampa Bay's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 7 goals on 32 shots from Winnipeg. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves but had a save percentage of 84.4%. The Lightning's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 16 hits. After tying the game at 4-4 in the 3rd period, they gave up 3 straight goals, including two empty-netters.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Anteaters and Matadors game? Catch the action at Premier America Credit Union in Northridge, CA, as the Matadors hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Big West matchup, UC Irvine is favored bt -4.5 vs. CSUN. The over/under for the game is 147.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CSUN MATADORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: CSUN Matadors +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Premier America Credit Union at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CSUN MATADORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Matadors.</li><li>Not only will CSUN pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Anteaters Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Anteaters improved to 12-2 on the season with an 81-57 win over UC Riverside on Saturday. Playing at home, UC Irvine entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, just under the 141.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>UC Irvine trailed 35-29 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 52 points while holding the Highlanders to just 22.</p><p>UC Irvine put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 60.6% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 31.8% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-22 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Anteaters were solid from the free-throw line, making 20 of 28 attempts for a 71.4% success rate. Barrington Hargress led the team with 20 points, despite shooting just 35.3% overall and 30.0% from three. Justin Hohn added 17 points, shooting 57.1% from the field, and Myles Che contributed 16 points and 7 assists.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense gave up 57 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 49% from the field on 27 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 60% shooting, with the other team making 20 of 33 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Irvine's defense held the opposition to 31% shooting, as they went 7 for 22. The other team also got to the free-throw line 28 times, converting 20 of those attempts for 71%. UC Irvine allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can CSUN Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>CSUN improved to 9-4 on the season with a 73-61 home win over UC Davis on Saturday, January 4th. The Matadors entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>CSUN led 34-25 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 39-36 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>Marcus Adams Jr. was the standout performer for CSUN, scoring 28 points on 64.7% shooting, including 5 of 9 from beyond the arc. As a team, the Matadors hit 43.8% of their threes, going 7 for 16, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.4%.</p> <p>CSUN's effective field goal percentage was 52.6%, but they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 52.2% of their attempts. Keonte Jones contributed 20 rebounds and 6 assists, while Ty Johnson managed 17 points despite shooting just 18.8% from the field.</p><p>Despite CSUN allowing 61 points on 47% shooting, they managed to limit the damage. The Matadors gave up 20 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 48% from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, CSUN's defense allowed 7 threes on 16 attempts, with the other team shooting 43%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 52% rate. CSUN allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs CSUN Matadors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Roadrunners and Gauchos face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Gauchos are hosting the game at The Thunderdome in Santa Barbara, CA. This Big West conference matchup has an over/under of 135.5 points, and UC Santa Barbara is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Bakersfield.</p><h3>BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS VS UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Santa Barbara Gauchos -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Thunderdome at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Gauchos.</li><li>Not only will UC Santa Barbara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bakersfield Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Bakersfield Roadrunners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Roadrunners improved to 6-8 on the season with an 80-65 win over Long Beach State on Saturday. Playing at home, Bakersfield entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Bakersfield led 39-30 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 35. The Roadrunners’ ability to maintain their lead and control the game was key to their victory.</p><p>Jemel Jones led the way with 25 points and 4 rebounds, shooting 54.5% from the field, though he struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 1 of 6 attempts. Devin Askew added 21 points and 4 assists, connecting on 2 of 4 three-pointers and shooting 53.8% overall. Austin Johnson was efficient, going 6 for 8 from the field for 14 points.</p> <p>As a team, the Roadrunners shot 45.8% from the field, with a 41.2% mark from three-point range (7/17) and an impressive 86.4% from the free-throw line (19/22). They grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Even with Bakersfield giving up 65 points, their defense couldn't capitalize on the Roadrunners' 45% shooting from the field. Bakersfield allowed 47% shooting on two-point attempts, with the Roadrunners hitting 20 of 42 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Roadrunners connected on 7 of 17 attempts, shooting 41%. They also went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 19 for an 86% success rate. Bakersfield gave up 19 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Gauchos Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Gauchos improved to 7-5 on the season with a 64-61 road win over Hawaii on Friday, January 3rd. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, UCSB not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UCSB led 31-28 at halftime and matched Hawaii’s 33 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>UC Santa Barbara struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 30.8% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 9 assists.</p> <p>Stephan Swenson led the Gauchos with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 43.8% overall and 25.0% from deep. Tanner Christensen added 15 points on 60.0% shooting, while Gytis Nemeiksa contributed 13 points, hitting 71.4% of his shots and going 1-for-1 from three.</p><p>Despite UC Santa Barbara's defense allowing 61 points, they held their opponent to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance from beyond the arc. Overall, the Gauchos gave up 23 field goals on 52 attempts, with their opponent shooting 44% from the field.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UC Santa Barbara's defense allowed 20 two-point field goals on 38 attempts, a 52% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Bakersfield Roadrunners vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors (8-29) will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers (32-4) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Raptors are currently on a three-game losing streak and are 15.5-point underdogs. The over/under line for this game is set at 235.</p>

<p>SN will have the TV coverage for this game. The Cavaliers are favored by 15.5 points and have won 11 straight games. Cleveland is 1st in the Eastern Conference, while Toronto is 14th.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-136 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 Raptors Defense Show Up in Cleveland?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 8-29 on the season after a 112-98 road loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Toronto entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 210 points was well below the O/U line of 233.5.</p> <p>Toronto trailed 28-24 after the 1st quarter and played the Knicks evenly in the 2nd, but an 11-0 run by New York stretched the lead from 68-62 to 79-62. The Raptors entered the 4th quarter down 86-76 and were outscored 26-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their 112-98 loss to the Knicks, the Raptors shot 49.4% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range, hitting 10 threes overall. Immanuel Quickley led the way with 22 points, 5 assists, and 3 made threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Scottie Barnes contributed 18 points, adding 9 in the 2nd quarter and 7 in the 3rd. RJ Barrett finished with 16 points, scoring 7 in the opening quarter and 6 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Raptors allowed 112 points to the Knicks, who shot 47% from the field. Toronto gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter, 27 in the 2nd, 31 in the 3rd, and 26 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors held the Knicks to 12 made threes on 36% shooting. New York also went 16/20 from the free-throw line. Toronto finished with 9 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Cleveland Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 32-4 this season with a 129-122 win over the Thunder on Wednesday. Playing at home, Cleveland was favored by 3 points and covered the spread, while the total score of 251 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5.</p> <p>After falling behind 32-25 in the 1st quarter, Cleveland bounced back with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring OKC 37-27. The Thunder edged the Cavs 43-41 in the 3rd, but Cleveland clamped down defensively in the 4th, holding OKC to 20 points while scoring 26 of their own.</p><p>Jarrett Allen's 25 points and 11 rebounds on 81.8% shooting led the Cavaliers to a 129-122 win over the Thunder. Evan Mobley added 21 points and 10 boards, while Darius Garland chipped in 18 points and 7 assists.</p> <p>Cleveland shot 52.2% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 41.7% rate. Ty Jerome scored 8 of his 15 points in the 4th quarter, and Mobley added 7 in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 122 points on 53% shooting, the Cavaliers' defense held on for the win against the Thunder. Cleveland allowed 32 points in the 1st quarter and 43 in the 3rd but tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 20 points.</p> <p>The Cavaliers did a good job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 35% shooting with 11 made threes. Cleveland sent Oklahoma City to the line 17 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Cavaliers finished with 7 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Huskies and Spartans game? Catch the action at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on BTN. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Michigan State as the -14.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON HUSKIES VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Washington at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Huskies Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington dropped to 9-5 on the season after an 81-77 home loss to Illinois on Sunday. The Huskies were +7 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-31 at halftime, Washington put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game hit 158, going over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p><p>DJ Davis was the star for Washington, scoring 31 points and hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip. Kasparas Jakucionis added 18 points and 6 assists, while Tre White contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds.</p> <p>The Huskies shot 43.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They made 10 threes, shooting 38.5% from deep, and hit 78.6% of their free throws. They also grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up 81 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Huskies gave up 10 threes on 26 attempts, with the other team shooting 38%. They also sent them to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Can The Spartans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Michigan State improved to 12-2 on the season with a 69-62 road win over Ohio State on Friday. The Spartans entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Michigan State led 37-29 at halftime, and while they allowed 33 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 32 points of their own to secure the win. The game’s total points ended at 131, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Michigan State put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. Their two-point shooting was solid at 56.8% (21/37), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 18 attempts (16.7%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 18 of 22 attempts (81.8%) and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Szymon Zapala led the way with 15 points, shooting 87.5% (7/8) from the field, while Micah Parrish added 13 points, hitting 3 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Michigan State's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a strong effort in limiting their shooting to just 36% from the field. The Spartans gave up 15 two-point shots on 33 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Michigan State's defense was particularly effective, allowing just 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they hit 11 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

Washington Huskies vs Michigan State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and Bears game? Catch the action at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Southern matchup, East Tennessee State is favored bt -2.5 vs. Mercer. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will East Tennessee State Shock Everyone at Hawkins Arena?</h3><p>East Tennessee State dropped to 6-7 on the season after a 81-78 home loss to Wofford on Saturday. The Buccaneers were -4.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>ETSU led 39-34 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game were 159, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>East Tennessee State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 54.3% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.2%, with strong two-point shooting at 64%.</p> <p>Quimari Peterson and Dillon Bailey led the way with 18 points each, while John Buggs III and Kyler Filewich added 16 points apiece. Filewich was particularly efficient, shooting 77.8% from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, as the Buccaneers gave up 16 baskets inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Buccaneers allowed 9 made threes on 21 attempts, a 42% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 67%.</p><h3>Will Mercer Win at Home?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer improved to 7-6 on the season with a 70-67 win over VMI on Saturday, January 4th. The Bears, who were -6 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, well under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 34-26 at halftime but allowed VMI to score 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 themselves.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, hitting 9 of 24 from deep, while shooting 50% on two-pointers, going 16 for 32. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 57.9% from the line, hitting 11 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>Rickey Bradley Jr. led the way with 30 points, knocking down 5 threes on 11 attempts, while Jah Nze added 25 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. AJ Clark contributed 12 points and pulled down 12 rebounds, while Alex Holt added 11 points and 9 boards. Ahmad Robinson chipped in 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Mercer held their opponent to 67 points on 40% shooting from the field, with the defense allowing 22 made field goals on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 13 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, resulting in a 46% shooting performance.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercer’s defense allowed 9 made threes on 27 attempts, with the opponent shooting 33%. At the free-throw line, the opponent went 14/20, shooting 70%. Mercer also limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Knights? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Knights Hall in Louisville, KY. Ball State is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Bellarmine. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>BALL STATE CARDINALS VS BELLARMINE KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ball State Cardinals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Knights Hall at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALL STATE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-67 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Ball State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Cardinals Chances on the Road</h3><p>Ball State's season struggles continued on Sunday, as they fell to 1-6 with an 82-69 loss to SIUE. The Cardinals, who were +3 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite leading 41-39 at halftime, Ball State was outscored 43-28 in the second half. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 137.</p><p>Ball State put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they connected on 70% of their free throws, hitting 7 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Ray'Sean Taylor led the way with 27 points, knocking down 7 threes on 15 attempts (46.7%). Ring Malith added 24 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field, while Juanse Gorosito contributed 17 points, hitting 5 of 9 from deep (55.6%).</p><p>Ball State's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Cardinals allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 17 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ball State's opponents shot 45%, making 11 of 24 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws (71%). Ball State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Knights Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><h3>Bellarmine Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Knights fell to 1-7 on the season after an 86-74 road loss to Western Carolina on Wednesday. Bellarmine entered the game as +5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 43-43 tie at halftime, the Knights were outscored 43-31 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p><p>Bellarmine's offense put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 46.4% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range, knocking down 12 of 29 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 57.1%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Cord Stansberry and Ben Johnson both shot 8 of 15 from the field, with Stansberry hitting 4 threes and Johnson connecting on 5. Stansberry also added 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Johnson contributed 7 boards and 2 assists. Dylan Branson chipped in with 18 points and 6 rebounds, and Ice Emery added 17 points despite shooting just 37.5% overall.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they gave up 13 threes on 32 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the line 18 times, where they hit 11 free throws.</p>

Ball State Cardinals vs Bellarmine Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>This non-conference matchup between the Heat and Rockets tips off at 7:00 ET at the Toyota Center in Houston. The Rockets (-328) are favored by 8 over the Heat (+263) and the over/under line is set at 216.5.</p>

<p>Miami is 15-14 on the year and currently sits 7th in the Eastern Conference. Houston, meanwhile, is 21-10 and 3rd in the West.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -8</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-119 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Heat Find a Way to Win in Houston?</h3><p>The Heat fell to 15-14 on the season after a 120-110 road loss to the Hawks on Saturday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 230 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game line of 227.5.</p> <p>Miami trailed 35-28 after the 1st quarter but outscored Atlanta 30-26 in the 2nd. However, the Hawks pulled away by winning the 3rd quarter 32-26, and Miami couldn’t close the gap in the 4th, where they were outscored 27-26.</p><p>In their 120-110 loss to the Hawks, the Heat shot 44.4% from the field and 31.7% from three-point range, making 13 threes. Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 10 assists, and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip.</p> <p>Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Duncan Robinson contributed 16 points, 11 of which came in the 2nd quarter. Herro scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, and both he and Robinson hit 4 threes in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat struggled against the Hawks, giving up 120 points on 51% shooting. Atlanta scored 35 points in the 1st quarter and added 32 in the 3rd. Miami allowed 15 threes, with the Hawks shooting 40% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Miami sent Atlanta to the line 22 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Heat gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Rockets fell to 21-10 on the season after a narrow 113-112 home loss to the Timberwolves on Friday. Houston, who were favored by 1 point, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 225, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 215.5 by 9.5 points.</p> <p>Houston looked to be in control after a strong 3rd quarter, where they outscored Minnesota 32-19, and extended their lead with a 10-0 run. However, the Timberwolves stormed back in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Rockets 37-28 to steal the win.</p><p>Alperen Sengün's 38-point, 12-rebound performance on 64% shooting wasn't enough for the Rockets in their 113-112 loss to the Timberwolves. Amen Thompson added 20 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 75% from the field, while Fred VanVleet contributed 18 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% rate despite shooting just 37.5% overall.</p> <p>Houston shot 48.9% from the field and made 10 threes at 33.3% efficiency. Sengün scored 12 points in the 2nd quarter and added 8 more in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Rockets had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing just 22 and 19 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 35 and 37 points, which contributed to their 113-112 loss to the Timberwolves.</p> <p>Houston allowed Minnesota to shoot 50% from the field, including 48% from beyond the arc, where the Timberwolves hit 21 threes. The Rockets sent Minnesota to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 8. Houston finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Dolphins and Knights game? Catch the action at Knights Hall in Louisville, KY, as the Knights hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. In this Atlantic Sun matchup, Jacksonville is favored bt -5.5 vs. Bellarmine. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS VS BELLARMINE KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Knights Hall at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-66 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Dolphins Chances in Louisville</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Jacksonville improved to 5-7 on the season with a 68-44 win over Austin Peay on Saturday. The Dolphins were -6 favorites at home and covered the spread.</p> <p>Jacksonville led 27-19 at halftime and dominated the 2nd half, outscoring the Governors 41-25. The game’s total points were 112, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Dolphins put up 68 points, shooting 46.2% from the field and 45.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 11 threes. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 50%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15 for 20.</p> <p>Offensively, Jacksonville grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists. Robert McCray led the team with 15 points and 4 assists, while Zach Bell, LJ Thomas, and Tate McCubbin each added 12 points, with McCubbin hitting 2 of 9 from deep.</p><p>Jacksonville’s defense gave up 44 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field with 24 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they hit 19 of 41 shots, also at a 46% clip.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville’s opponent connected on 5 of 11 attempts, shooting 45%. They also went to the free-throw line 20 times, making 15 of those for 75%. Jacksonville allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Knights Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Bellarmine’s season struggles continued with a 71-65 loss to Central Arkansas on Saturday, dropping their record to 1-12. The Knights entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 31-30 at halftime, Bellarmine couldn’t hold on, allowing 41 points in the second half while scoring 34. The Knights will need to find a way to close out games as they look to turn their season around.</p><p>Bellarmine put up 65 points in their latest game, shooting 43.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They connected on 55.6% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 30 three-point shots.</p> <p>Layne Taylor led the way with 29 points, shooting 5 of 14 from three, while Elias Cato and Billy Smith each added 21 points. Cato was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep, and Smith knocked down 5 threes on 12 attempts.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 12 made shots on 21 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bellarmine's opponent went 10 for 34, shooting 29%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 17, a 63% success rate. Bellarmine allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Jacksonville Dolphins vs Bellarmine Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Cougars and Seahawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Seahawks will host the game at Spiro Sports Center in Staten Island, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 124.5 points, and Wagner is favored by -9.5 vs. Chicago State in a Northeast conference matchup.</p><h3>CHICAGO STATE COUGARS VS WAGNER SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spiro Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 124.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Staten Island Possible for the Cougars?</h3><p>Chicago State fell to 0-15 on the season after a 117-64 loss to Illinois on Sunday. The Cougars, who were +38.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>Chicago State trailed 60-24 at halftime but managed to score 40 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed Illinois to score 57 points after the break.</p><p>Chicago State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 32.3% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they managed only 6 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Tomislav Ivisic led the way with 23 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 75% overall. Gabe Spinelli added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 5 from beyond the arc, while Kylan Boswell contributed 18 points and a double-double with 10 rebounds and 10 assists.</p><p>Chicago State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 117 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 62% from the field. The Cougars couldn't contain the inside game, as the other team connected on 78% of their two-point attempts, going 26/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chicago State allowed 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they hit 20 free throws at a 71% rate. The Cougars gave up 11 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Can Wagner Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wagner fell to 4-5 on the season after an 80-66 home loss to Manhattan on Wednesday, December 18th. The Seahawks entered the game as -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-29 at halftime, Wagner allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The combined points of 146 exceeded the O/U line of 127.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Wagner Seahawks put up 66 points, shooting 36.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45%. They hit 34.5% of their threes, going 10-for-29 from deep, and connected on 75% of their free throws, making 12-of-16 attempts. Wagner also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.</p> <p>Wesley Robinson led the way with 20 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 44.4% from three-point range. Will Sydnor added 17 points, hitting 50% of his threes, while Ja'Kair Sanchez contributed 16 points, shooting 53.8% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Even though Wagner gave up 80 points, they held their opponent to just 36% shooting from the field, with 22 made baskets on 60 attempts. Inside the arc, Wagner's defense limited their opponent to 38% shooting, with 12 made two-point shots on 31 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wagner's opponent connected on 10 of 29 attempts, shooting 34%. Wagner also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 75%. Wagner allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Chicago State Cougars vs Wagner Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>Coming into this week 12 matchup, the Louisville Cardinals are favored by -20 on the road over the Stanford Cardinal. The game is set for 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 16th, at Stanford Stadium and will be broadcast on ACCN. Louisville has a 6-3 record on the season, while Stanford is 2-7. The over/under line is currently 57.5 points.</p><h3>LOUISVILLE CARDINALS VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisville Cardinals -20</p><p>This game will be played at Stanford Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISVILLE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Louisville Cardinals winning this one by a score of 36 to 14</li><li>Not only do we have the Louisville Cardinals winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -20</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 57.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Louisville Cardinals Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Louisville enters Week 12 with a 6-3 record, but their chances of winning the Atlantic Coast are slim at 2.5%. They are, however, guaranteed to be bowl-eligible. The Cardinals have gone 2-2 at home and 3-1 on the road this season, and they are ranked 13th in our power rankings.</p> <p></p><p>Louisville has been favored in five of their nine games, going 4-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +12 points per game, but they are 3-5 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week’s game is 57.5 points. Louisville’s games have averaged 60.4 points, and their over/under record is 5-3, with an average line of 55.5 points.</p><p>Louisville’s offense is ranked 11th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 12, and they are averaging 36.2 points per game, placing them 18th nationally. Quarterback Tyler Shough has thrown for 2,504 yards, with 20 touchdowns and five interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 104. Louisville is 21st in passing yards per game, averaging 286.4 yards.</p> <p>Shough’s completion percentage is 63.2%, and the team ranks 28th in the nation, completing 64.2% of their passes. They are 32nd in passing attempts per game. Leading receiver Ja’Corey Brooks has 841 yards and eight touchdowns on 48 catches. On the ground, Isaac Brown has rushed for 800 yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored seven touchdowns.</p><p>Louisville's defense played a key role in their 33-21 win over Clemson, allowing 21 points and holding the Tigers to 170 rushing yards on 44 attempts. Through the air, they gave up 211 passing yards but also forced an interception.</p> <p></p><p>On average, Louisville's defense is giving up 24.2 points per game this season. They’ve allowed 223.3 passing yards per game and 146.9 rushing yards per contest. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 63% of their passes and have a passer rating of 95.5 against Louisville’s defense.</p><h3>Are The Stanford Cardinal Going Win In At Upset At Stanford Stadium</h3><p>Stanford enters Week 12 with a 2-7 record, facing Louisville at home. They are 0-4 at home and rank 103rd in our power rankings. With no chance of bowl eligibility, they are looking to finish the season strong.</p> <p></p><p>The Cardinal have been underdogs in all nine games, with a -14.1 average scoring margin. Their ATS record stands at 2-5-1, going 1-2-1 at home.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 57.5, compared to their average line of 52.4. Stanford’s over/under record is 3-5, with their games averaging 55 points.</p><p>Heading into week 12, Stanford's offense is averaging 20.4 points per game, placing them 86th in college football. They are ranked 117th in our offensive power rankings. Their third-down conversion rate is 34.8%, and they are 114th in passing yards, averaging 175.4 yards per game. Stanford is 61st in passing attempts, with 29.6 per game, and 55th in completions, averaging 17.8 per game.</p> <p>Ashton Daniels leads the team with 1,011 passing yards, six touchdowns, and eight interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 71. Stanford is 45th in rushing attempts, averaging 36.1 per game, and 92nd in rushing yards, with 141.1 yards per game. Micah Ford leads the rushing attack with 270 yards. Elic Ayomanor has 46 catches for 592 yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Stanford's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 34.6 points per game. In their recent game against NC State, they gave up 59 points, despite allowing just 268 total yards. NC State ran the ball 29 times for 84 yards, while Stanford’s secondary allowed 184 passing yards but managed to force one interception.</p> <p></p><p>On average, Stanford’s defense has given up 268.1 passing yards per game, ranking 157th nationally, and 146.4 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have completed 67.3% of their passes, posting a passer rating of 114.3 against the Cardinal defense.</p>

Louisville Cardinals vs Stanford Cardinal Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

For the second season in a row, it appears that the New Orleans Saints are going to need their backup quarterback to step up in place of an injured Drew Brees. Last season it was Teddy Bridgewater stepping in for five games. This season it appears that it will be Jameis Winton getting the nod for at least two games (if not more).

While he did fine in mop-up duty last week, they also did not ask too much of him. But if he is going to get the start this week, the Saints will need more. How will he play, though? <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline.ag</a> has a few related prop bets:
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 	<li>Jameis Winston Total Interceptions Week 11
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Winston is certainly athletic enough to get the job done for the Saints, but the potential problem with him is turnovers. He made history last season when he became a 30-30 guy with 33 touchdown passes and 30 interceptions.

Clearly, his decision making is not the best. But it is probably safe to say that is something Sean Payton has focused on with him. However, because of his history, there is a good chance Payton protects Winston as much as possible. It would not be shocking to see the Saints became a run-first team this week.

As long as the Saints do not fall behind, they will probably be able to protect Winston and only have him make safe throws. Things could go wrong if they get in a situation where they have no choice but to pass, and he starts trying to force throws.

Fans will want to take the under, but the over is more likely.
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The Saints will likely lean on Alvin Kamara a lot in this game. That could mean more handoffs, but with the Saints offense, it could also mean more throws to him out in the flats. Because of that, and along with whatever downfield passing game the Saints try to have, there is a good chance he will cover the over.

However, the Saints kept the offense under such strict control last year in Teddy Bridgewater’s first couple of starts, he did not even throw for 200 yards.

No matter who is at quarterback, the Saints will be throwing the ball. Take the over.
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The Saints are a good run team, but they tend to do more in the passing game when it comes to scoring. They may change to a small degree with Winston at quarterback. But since the Falcons have given up more passing touchdowns than any other team, it probably will not.

New Orleans will try not to count on Winston too much, but they will likely ask him to throw at least two touchdown passes. Take the over.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Red Wolves versus the Jaguars? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL. The over/under for this Sun Belt conference contest is set at 140.5 points, with South Alabama being favored by -1.5 at home against Arkansas State.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Arkansas State Shock Everyone at Mitchell Center?</h3><p>Arkansas State dropped to 10-4 on the season after a 67-62 road loss to James Madison on Saturday. The Red Wolves entered the game as 1-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 39-33 at halftime, Arkansas State managed just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34 points to the Dukes, leading to the loss.</p><p>In their last game, Arkansas State managed just 62 points, shooting 44.3% from the field and 29.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 3 of 8 attempts (37.5%).</p> <p>Taryn Todd led the way with 26 points, connecting on 3 of 4 threes, while Xavier Brown and Elijah Hutchins-Everett each shot 58.3% from the floor. The Red Wolves finished with 8 assists and 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Arkansas State held their opponent to 67 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Red Wolves limited damage from beyond the arc, allowing just 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Arkansas State's opponent went 13/18, shooting 72%. The Red Wolves gave up 15 offensive rebounds in this one.</p><h3>Can The Jaguars Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>South Alabama improved to 9-4 on the season with a dominant 76-47 road win over Georgia Southern on Saturday, January 4th. The Jaguars entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 123 fell well short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>South Alabama took control early, leading 38-18 at halftime. They matched their first-half output with another 38 points in the second half, while holding Georgia Southern to 29 points after the break.</p><p>South Alabama put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field and 41.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 24 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.6%, and they connected on 16 of 24 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>The Jaguars had 17 assists and 10 offensive rebounds. Braylhan Thomas, John Broom, Myles Corey, and Judah Brown each scored 11 points, with Broom hitting 3 of 4 from deep and grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>South Alabama's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 47 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts, with the other team making 8 of 17 for 47%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Alabama's defense was effective, as their opponent shot 25%, hitting 8 of 31 three-pointers. They also struggled at the free-throw line, going 7/15 for 46%. South Alabama gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Jaguars are favored on the road with a point spread of -1 as they take on the Raiders at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The Jaguars' money line odds are -115, and the Raiders' odds are -107. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on CBS, and the over/under line is set at 39.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS VS LAS VEGAS RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Jaguars -1</p><p>This game will be played at Allegiant Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jaguars winning this one by a score of 26 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Jaguars winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 39.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jaguars Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>At 3-11, the Jaguars sit 3rd in the AFC South and 27th in our power rankings, giving them a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. Jacksonville is 2-2 in division games, with their most recent division matchup being a 10-6 win over the Titans in week 14. However, they couldn’t carry that momentum into week 15, losing 32-25 to the Jets.</p> <p>Jacksonville has a -8.1 scoring margin this season, but they are 7-6-1 against the spread. As underdogs, they are 6-3-1 ATS, but they are just 1-3 when favored. Their O/U record is 8-6, with their games averaging 45.7 points compared to an average line of 44.7.</p><p>Heading into week 16, Jacksonville ranks 22nd in our offensive power rankings, scoring 18.8 points per game (23rd in the NFL) and averaging 306 yards per game (24th). They are 16th in passing attempts and 22nd in passing yards per game, with 204.4. On the ground, the Jaguars rank 24th in rushing attempts and 23rd in rushing yards per game, averaging 101.6. Jacksonville is 25th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 35.2% success rate, and they rank 14th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 15, Mac Jones threw for 294 yards, completing 31 of 46 passes, with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Brian Thomas Jr. led the receiving corps with 10 catches for 105 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Travis Etienne Jr. rushed for 65 yards on 14 carries. Jacksonville scored in every quarter against the Jets, totaling 25 points, and converted 8 of 15 3rd-down attempts and 2 of 4 red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their 32-25 loss to the Jets, the Jaguars' defense allowed 275 passing yards on just 16 completions, including three touchdowns. The Jaguars struggled to defend the big play, as the Jets averaged 9.2 yards per passing attempt. Despite hitting the quarterback more than the Jets and winning the tackles for loss battle, they managed just one sack.<p></p>On the ground, the Jaguars allowed 125 rushing yards on 23 attempts, giving up 5.4 yards per attempt. Opposing offenses have been able to move the ball effectively against Jacksonville, as the Jets finished with 400 total yards in the game. The Jaguars also allowed the Jets to convert on 40% of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Will The Raiders Win At Home Over The Jaguars?</h3><p>With their 15-9 loss to the Falcons in week 15, the Raiders’ losing streak now stands at 10 games, dropping them to 2-12 on the season. Las Vegas ranks 24th in our NFL power rankings and has been eliminated from playoff contention. They are 0-5 in the AFC West and 2-8 in conference play.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Raiders are 5-8-1, with a 5-7-1 record as underdogs. Their average scoring margin is -9.4 points per game. Their O/U record is 8-6, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Raiders rank 32nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 26th in the NFL in points per game (17.5) and 27th in yards per game (299.1). Despite ranking 4th in passing attempts, they are 15th in passing yards per game, with 221.1. On the ground, they rank 30th in rushing yards per game (78.1) on 21.6 attempts per game, which ranks 28th.</p> <p>Las Vegas has struggled on 3rd down, converting just 33.9% of their attempts, which ranks 28th in the NFL. However, they have been efficient in the red zone, converting 47.2% of their opportunities, which ranks 3rd in the league.</p><p>In their 15-9 loss to the Falcons, the Raiders' defense allowed just 93 passing yards on 11 completions. However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 168 rushing yards on 37 attempts. The Falcons took advantage of this, controlling the clock and keeping the Raiders' offense off the field for long stretches.<p></p>Despite allowing only 261 total yards, the Raiders' defense gave up one touchdown on the ground and struggled to get off the field, as the Falcons converted 69.2% of their fourth-down attempts and 50% of their red-zone trips. Las Vegas did come up with three sacks and one interception in the game.</p>

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Las Vegas Raiders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Seahawks and Hawks face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Hawks are hosting the game at OceanFirst Bank Center in West Long Branch, NJ. UNCW is favored by -4.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest against Monmouth. The game's over/under currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>UNCW SEAHAWKS VS MONMOUTH HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Monmouth Hawks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONMOUTH HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Monmouth pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UNCW Be The Talk of OceanFirst Bank Center?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 9-4 on the season with a 77-69 win over Campbell on Saturday. The Seahawks, who were -11 point favorites, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home. The total points for the game were 146, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNCW led 39-31 at halftime and matched Campbell’s 38 points in the 2nd half to secure the win. They’ll look to tighten up defensively in future games.</p><p>In their latest game, UNCW put up 77 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 19 threes for 21.1%, but were strong inside, connecting on 55.9% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they excelled, making 27 of 33 for 81.8%.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 22 points, shooting 11 of 16 from the field. Donovan Newby added 17 points, hitting 2 threes, while Khamari McGriff contributed 15 points in just 17 minutes, shooting 6 of 8. Harlan Obioha also had an efficient night, going 5 of 7 for 13 points.</p><p>UNCW's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 19 attempts, a 21% success rate. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 33 times, making 27 of those shots, an 81% free-throw percentage. UNCW gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Monmouth?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawks dropped to 3-12 on the season after an 84-64 loss to Delaware on Saturday, January 4th. Monmouth entered the game as +5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, falling short of the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 

<p>Monmouth fell behind early, trailing 51-27 at halftime. They showed some fight in the second half, outscoring Delaware 37-33, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Monmouth struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.5%, but they did hit 82.8% of their free throws, going 24/29 from the line.</p> <p>Erik Timko and Niels Lane both scored 17 points, with Timko hitting 5 of 8 threes and adding 4 assists. John Camden also contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, while Abdi Bashir Jr. led the team with 20 points.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made baskets on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hawks allowed 12 threes on 23 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p>

UNCW Seahawks vs Monmouth Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sabres and Senators. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Senators at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Senators are favored by -1.5 against the Sabres in a Atlantic division matchup.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>With the Senators being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Senators.</li><li>Take the Senators on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sabres Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo fell to 15-21-5 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took an early lead with a short-handed goal from Alex Tuch at 11:39 in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second.</p> 

<p>Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They were shut out after the first period, allowing Detroit to come back and win.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, with Alex Tuch scoring the lone goal on a shorthanded play in the first period. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again, recording 13 giveaways.</p> <p>Tuch, who took 5 shots on goal, netted his 5th goal of the season. The Sabres were shut out in the second and third periods, and none of their goals came on the power play.</p><p>Defensively, the Sabres will look to bounce back after giving up two goals in the second period of their previous game, both of which came on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Sabres' defense finished with 17 hits and 5 takeaways.</p><h3>Will the Senators Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators moved above .500 to 19-18-3. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell well short of the 6.5 set by oddsmakers.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 5:28 in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense netted three goals in their recent game against Seattle, with Tim Stützle securing his 6th goal of the season on an empty net. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring, finding the net for the 7th time this season, and Brady Tkachuk followed with his 7th goal as well.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways. They scored once in each period: Gaudette at 14:32 in the 1st, Tkachuk at 8:49 in the 2nd, and Stützle at 2:14 in the 3rd.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build on a strong performance in their last game, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a perfect 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p>