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

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

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

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<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>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trailblazers and Golden Panthers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Panthers at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and FIU is favored by -5.5 at home against Utah Tech.</p><h3>UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Utah Tech as Away Dogs</h3><p>Utah Tech picked up a 92-87 home win over South Dakota on Thursday, improving to 2-10 for the season. The Trailblazers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Trailing 42-39 at halftime, Utah Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 179, going over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>Utah Tech put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.5%, and they added 13 offensive rebounds and 21 assists.</p> <p>Kaleb Stewart led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 60% from deep. Noa Gonsalves hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, while Beon Riley contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's opponent connected on 13 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 44%. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Utah Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>FIU improved to 3-7 on the season with a 75-69 road win over the Jaguars on Saturday. Despite being favored by 7.5 points, the Golden Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FIU’s defense stepped up in the second half, allowing just 26 points after giving up 43 in the first half. The Golden Panthers scored 47 points after halftime to complete the comeback.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, thanks in large part to hitting 53.3% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 15 attempts. They also shot 77.8% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 27 shots.</p> <p>Jarvis Walker led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes and adding 6 assists. Dashon Gittens, Paul Zilinskas, and Asim Jones each contributed 15 points, with Gittens shooting 75% from deep. FIU grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. FIU held them to 38% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made just 10 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 13 of 32 threes, shooting 40%. FIU sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 66%. FIU also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Utah Tech Trailblazers vs FIU Golden Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Tigers and Toreros face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Toreros are hosting the game at Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego, CA. Pacific is favored by -1.5 in this West Coast conference matchup the against San Diego. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>PACIFIC TIGERS VS SAN DIEGO TOREROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Toreros +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jenny Craig Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO TOREROS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Toreros.</li><li>Not only will San Diego 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 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pacific Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers fell to 3-10 on the season after a 70-60 road loss to Saint Mary's on Saturday, December 28th. Despite being +21 point underdogs, Pacific kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-17 at halftime, Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Saint Mary's 43-36. The total points for the game (130) came in under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Pacific struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 60 points with a field goal percentage of 41.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 42.9%. They hit only 3 of 12 three-point attempts, shooting 25% from beyond the arc, while connecting on 73.3% of their free throws (11/15).</p> <p>Luke Barrett and Elias Ralph each contributed 20 points, with Barrett adding 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Elijah Fisher was efficient, shooting 70% (7/10) from the field, while Lamar Washington dished out 7 assists despite shooting just 29.4% (5/17).</p><p>Even with the Pacific Tigers giving up 22 offensive rebounds, their defense held strong, allowing just 70 points on 38% shooting. The Tigers limited their opponent to 42% from inside the arc, with a 19/45 performance on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Pacific's defense kept their opponent to 7/23 shooting, or 30%. They also put them on the free-throw line 20 times, where they hit 11, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Can San Diego Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>San Diego Toreros Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>San Diego dropped to 2-10 on the season after a 68-55 loss to Grand Canyon on Saturday. The Toreros were +16 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 123, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>San Diego trailed 31-26 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, where they were outscored 37-29.</p><p>San Diego's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 31.4% shooting from the field. They connected on only 4 of 25 three-point attempts, shooting 16% from beyond the arc, and their effective field goal percentage was 34.3%.</p> <p>They managed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out just 6 assists. Kjay Bradley Jr. led the way with 20 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while JaKobe Coles added 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>San Diego's defense was strong, holding their opponent to 68 points on just 31% shooting from the field. The Toreros limited them to 18 made two-point shots on 45 attempts, a 40% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Diego's defense was even more effective, allowing just 4 made threes on 25 attempts, a 16% shooting performance. They sent the opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 7 for 63%.</p>

Pacific Tigers vs San Diego Toreros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Cowboys game? Catch the action at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, OK, as the Cowboys hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Houston is favored by -12.5 in this Big 12 conference contest against Oklahoma State. The game's over/under currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON COUGARS VS OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher-Iba Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will Oklahoma State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Houston Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Houston improved to 8-3 on the season with an 87-51 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Saturday. The Cougars, who were heavy favorites at -31, covered the spread in this home game. The total points for the game reached 138, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 46-27 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Islanders 41-24.</p><p>Houston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points with a 49.1% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, thanks in large part to their 48.3% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 29 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, converting 21 of 25 for 84%.</p> <p>L.J. Cryer and Garry Clark each contributed 17 points, with Cryer hitting 5 of 7 from three-point range. Emanuel Sharp added 18 points, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep. Milos Uzan was perfect from three, hitting both of his attempts, and finished with 12 points and 6 assists. The Cougars also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, the Houston Cougars gave up 51 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 49% from the field. The Cougars allowed 12 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's opponent hit 14 of 29 threes, shooting 48%. They also went to the free-throw line 25 times, making 21 for an 84% success rate. The Cougars gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Cowboys Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Oklahoma State improved to 8-3 on the season with an 86-74 win over Oral Roberts on Sunday. Playing at home, the Cowboys were -20.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>The Cowboys led 38-31 at halftime and scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. Despite the win, Oklahoma State’s defense will need to tighten up as they allowed Oral Roberts to stay closer than expected.</p><p>Oklahoma State put up 86 points in their latest game, shooting 48.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, with a strong 57.5% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 3 of 14 attempts (21.4%).</p> <p>The Cowboys were effective at the free-throw line, making 31 of 39 shots (79.5%), and they grabbed 17 offensive rebounds. Issac McBride led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 61.5% overall, while adding 5 assists.</p><p>Oklahoma State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 40 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cowboys held their opponent to just 3 threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the line 39 times, where they converted 31 free throws (79%). Oklahoma State also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Houston Cougars vs Oklahoma State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

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

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

<p>Planning on watching today's Broncos and Spartans game? Catch the action at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on BTN. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Michigan State is favored by -27.5 against Western Michigan in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Western Michigan at +27.5.</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>Will Western Michigan Shock Everyone at Breslin Center?</h3><h3>Western Michigan Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Michigan fell to 2-8 on the season after a 76-73 home loss to Valparaiso on Friday, December 20th. The Broncos, who were -1.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points in the game were 149, just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Western Michigan led 42-26 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring only 31. This collapse in the 2nd half was a major factor in their loss.</p><p>Western Michigan put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, with a strong 54% shooting from two-point range. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the way with 19 points, shooting 77.8% overall. Chansey Willis Jr. contributed 16 points and 7 assists, while Owen Lobsinger added 14 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts. The Broncos also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 27/50 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan held their opponent to 22% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 18 attempts. The other team also struggled from the free-throw line, hitting only 7 of 14 attempts.</p><h3>Can Michigan State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Michigan State improved to 10-2 on the season with an 86-69 win over Florida Atlantic on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -13.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After leading 42-29 at halftime, Michigan State scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 155 fell just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p><p>Michigan State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.7%. They hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 for 80%.</p> <p>Tre Carroll led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field and 2 of 3 from deep. Coen Carr added 17 points and 8 boards, hitting 7 of 9 shots, including his only three-point attempt. Jeremy Fears Jr. dished out 8 assists to go with 13 points.</p><p>Michigan State's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 23 two-point baskets on 48 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Spartans' defense saw the other team hit 8 of 21 shots, a 38% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 attempts, shooting 80%. Michigan State gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Western Michigan Broncos vs Michigan State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Wolfpack versus the Seminoles? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with Florida State being favored by -2.5 at home against North Carolina State.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina State Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>North Carolina State is 17-10 this season and 9-7 in Atlantic Coast Conference play. On the road, the Wolfpack are 5-6, compared to 12-4 at home. Their scoring margin at home is +10.1, while it is -3.5 on the road. They have been the underdog in nine games, going 2-7.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Wolfpack defeated Boston College, 81-70. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 4-6. For the season, they have been the underdog 18 times, going 15-3.</p><p>Against the spread, North Carolina State has gone 12-14-1 this season. On the road, their ATS record is 4-6-1. As the underdog, the Wolfpack have a mark of 4-4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in North Carolina State games is 16-10-1 and the average scoring total in their games is 147.4 points. Today's over/under line of 150.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (146.7). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those games is 158 points.</p><p>North Carolina State's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 81 points vs. Boston College. Overall, they hit 43.5% of their shots from the field and went 21/24 from the free-throw line. Offensively, the Wolfpack hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 221st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 277th in terms of percentage and 213rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>In terms of defense, North Carolina State is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 71.4 points per game. So far, the North Carolina State defense is giving up an average of 8.8 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.2 times per game (369th).</p><h3>Can the Florida State Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Florida State enters this game with a 14-13 record, including an 8-8 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play. The Seminoles are 9-7 at home this season, and they are favored by 2.5 points against North Carolina State.</p>

<p>Over the team's last 10 home games, they have gone 5-5. In their last outing, the Seminoles lost to Clemson by a score of 74-63.</p><p>Florida State's ATS record this season is 13-13-1. At home, their ATS mark is 7-8-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Seminoles are just 3-6-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Florida State's over/under record for the season sits at 15-11-1, and today's line of 150.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this year (150.1). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 146 points. So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 150.5.</p><p>Florida State offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 63 points against Clemson. In that game, they made 4/19 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 36.9%. On the offensive front, the Seminoles have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 171st nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 340th in terms of percentage and 306th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Florida State defense is giving up an average of 74.8 points per contest. In today's game vs. North Carolina State, the Florida State defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Florida State made 24 free-throws vs. the Seminoles.</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Florida State Seminoles Betting Pick & Prediction 2/27/24

Sportsbooks are busy working on creative ways to entice action and generate interest. Right now, that seems to be an expansion of football betting odds. The NFL Draft is going to draw substantial betting handles, but a lot of futures are being posted. Power ratings are being completed earlier than ever and some people are already on to schedule analysis and a deeper dive into specific teams.

<a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a> did its part once again to release some odds and generate some interest with Monday’s college football conference champion odds. Props to them, as all 10 conferences were posted with both the Power Five and the Group of Five leagues.

Let’s take a look at the Power Five conferences with a little blurb on each one of them:

<strong><u>ACC</u></strong>

Clemson -600

Miami (FL) +750

North Carolina +1000

Virginia Tech +1200

Florida State +1600

Virginia +2000

Louisville +2800

Pitt +2800

Wake Forest +4000

NC State +5000

Duke +6600

Syracuse +6600

Boston College +8000

Georgia Tech +25000

A price of -600 implies an 85.71% probability that Clemson wins this division. While the Tigers may have a tougher time running the table with a trip to Notre Dame on the schedule, Trevor Lawrence and Clemson are heavy favorites to win the ACC and will probably end up in the College Football Playoff again.

Quite frankly, you’d be insane to look at anybody in the Atlantic Division outside of Clemson. Louisville should finish second again with another year under Scott Satterfield, but Louisville would have to win head-to-head at Clemson to have a chance and that won’t happen.

So, the only option is to look at the Coastal Division and hope that the Clemson money line is small enough to hedge in the ACC Championship Game. North Carolina would be my pick, as the Tar Heels have sophomore sensation Sam Howell ready to build off of a dynamic freshman season with 38 touchdowns against seven interceptions.

UNC avoids Florida State, Clemson, and Louisville from the Atlantic Division. The Tar Heels are on the road at both Virginia and Miami, but those are still very winnable games.

North Carolina +1000 would be the only consideration for me, but that price may not be enough to go head-to-head with Clemson in Charlotte.

<strong><u>Big Ten</u></strong>

Ohio State -225

Michigan +350

Wisconsin +900

Penn State +1000

Iowa +1600

Nebraska +1600

Minnesota +2500

Michigan State +3300

Indiana +4000

Illinois +5000

Maryland +5000

Northwestern +5000

Purdue +5000

Rutgers +25000

Ohio State continues to pace the Big Ten in terms of recruiting and a strong argument could be made that the team was even better under Ryan Day than it was under Urban Meyer. Justin Fields is back for another go and even though Ohio State lost a ton of players on defense to the NFL, the Buckeyes are able to reload with minimal interruption because of their talent pipeline.

It is an annual tradition for people to talk themselves into Michigan, so that will happen again this year. The Wolverines do get Wisconsin and Penn State at home, so they do have the chance to run the Big Ten table before the Ohio State game in November. Still, you could probably get something in the realm of +300 for Michigan against Ohio State in November, so why take the +350 now?

Penn State is a better value at +1000 with the Ohio State game at home. The Nittany Lions would have to go to Michigan, but they avoid both Wisconsin and Minnesota. If you want somebody outside of Ohio State from the East, Penn State is the only option.

In the West, things are relatively wide open. Minnesota is expected to take a step back, as evidenced by the futures odds. Wisconsin played well with Jack Coan, but loses Jonathan Taylor. If Purdue had a friendlier schedule, the Boilermakers added Bob Diaco as the defensive coordinator and should have an improved offense with Jack Plummer at the helm for another year, but they play at Michigan, at Minnesota, and would still have to play Wisconsin and Iowa at home.

Speaking of Iowa, they play at Ohio State and at Penn State, so that will make things very tough for them and limit the margin for error. Maybe, just maybe, the door is open for Scott Frost and Nebraska. Of course, they also play four road games in a five-game stretch at Rutgers, at Ohio State, Penn State, at Iowa, at Wisconsin from October 24 to November 21 and then play on a short week at home against Minnesota.

It might have to be Wisconsin by default because the other hopefuls play very tough schedules.

<strong><u>Big 12</u></strong>

Oklahoma -125

Texas +150

Oklahoma State +600

Iowa State +1200

Baylor +1600

West Virginia +1600

Kansas State +2500

TCU +2500

Texas Tech +4000

Kansas +10000

Ah, yes. The annual tradition of Texas being overrated. In essence, Texas is the only team being given a really good shot to compete with Oklahoma. Oklahoma State is a fairly distant third, with Iowa State and Baylor behind that.

The reality is that every team in the Big 12 except for Oklahoma and Baylor lost at least four conference games last season. Baylor could fall off in a big way with Matt Rhule now in the NFL and that seems to be the expectation. The fact that Matt Campbell stuck around in Ames was something of a surprise.

A -125 price on Oklahoma really isn’t that bad. The Sooners are clearly the class of the conference again and will have another offensive juggernaut. Maybe the defense will take a step forward. Oklahoma just seems the most consistent. Laying -125 on a bet like this isn’t easy, but it looks like the only option.

<strong><u>Pac-12</u></strong>

Oregon +250

USC +275

Washington +300

UCLA +400

Utah +450

Arizona State +1500

Cal +2000

Stanford +2000

Arizona +2500

Colorado +8000

Oregon State +8000

The Pac-12 is clearly wide open for the upcoming season. Of the conference odds at BetOnline, only the MAC appears to be more open than the Pac-12 with Ohio favored at +300.

The song remains the same about the Pac-12. There are a lot of good teams, but no team that could be considered great. Oregon loses Justin Herbert. Washington loses Chris Petersen and Jacob Eason, so they’ll have a new-look offense in some respects. UCLA is in Year 3 of Chip Kelly and maybe this is the time for the Bruins to take a step forward. Kyle Whittingham’s Utes are always solid, but how high is the ceiling after some big losses from last season’s roster.

Oregon avoids Utah and UCLA and gets USC and Washington at home. That, in and of itself, probably makes Oregon the north favorite. Stanford is at home as well, though the Cardinal aren’t what they used to be.

The best player in the conference now could be USC QB Kedon Slovis. Unfortunately, USC’s recruiting rankings have taken a hit and there aren’t many supporters of Clay Helton out there. USC is a deserving second favorite and could very well win the division and play in the Pac-12 Championship Game, but the South is a mess. Oregon, despite being the favorite, looks like the pick here.

<strong><u>SEC</u></strong>

Alabama -120

LSU +275

Georgia +300

Florida +600

Auburn +1400

Texas A&amp;M +1600

Tennessee +6600

Kentucky +10000

Mississippi State +10000

Missouri +10000

Ole Miss +10000

South Carolina +10000

Arkansas +25000

Vanderbilt +25000

What do the LSU Tigers have in store for an encore? That is a big question heading into the season. Joe Burrow is in the NFL and a bunch of Tigers opted to geaux to the NFL, including several juniors.

That would seem to open the door for Alabama, though saying the Crimson Tide need someone to open the door for them is fairly disingenuous. They’re the odds-on favorite here for a reason and that reason is because they’ve won five of the last seven SEC Championships.

Georgia is the only team from the East Division to win the SEC since 2008 and that happened back in 2017, when Auburn beat #1 Alabama in the Iron Bowl before losing to Auburn. Had Alabama beaten Auburn, the West would probably be on an uninterrupted 11-year run of terror.

Is this the year for Georgia or Florida to break through? LSU seems vulnerable with all the losses to the NFL and maybe Alabama won’t be on its usual level for one reason or another.

Florida at +600 is actually rather interesting. Kyle Trask played really well last season and the Florida defense was excellent. The Gators could very well find themselves in Atlanta against Mac Jones and the Crimson Tide. The thing about that potential matchup is that you’d probably be able to get Florida at a really nice plus price on the money line that takes away the uncertainty of things like playing Georgia in Jacksonville or having to play LSU and at Tennessee.

Outside of Georgia, any East representative in the SEC Title Game is a big dog, so why not just hold off and take somebody like Florida at that point? If Alabama gets there, and they probably should, they are much bigger than a -125 favorite, so there is technically some value in them here.

Four Obvious Favorites and a Wide-Open Pac-12 in College Football Conference Futures

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

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

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

<p>The Predators and Avalanche are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche will host the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The over/under for this Central division contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Avalanche being favored by -1.5 at home against the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, March 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Predators winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+145)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Predators Lock in a Win at Denver?</h3><p><p>Heading into today's game, the Predators find themselves in 6th place in the Western Conference with a record of 43-26-4. Over their last ten games, Nashville has gone 8-2 and have won two straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Predators have gone 22-11-3 and have been the underdog in 40 of their 73 games. Against other teams in the Western Conference, Nashville has gone 26-20 and 14-8 against Central Division opponents.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Predators have a puck line record of 23-13 and an average scoring margin of +.4 goals per game. Overall, Nashville has a puck line record of 41-32, and they have gone 6-4 against the puck line in their last ten games.</p>

<p>So far this year, the Predators have been the underdog in 40 games, and their puck line record as the underdog is 27-13. In their last ten games as the underdog, Nashville has gone 8-2 against the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Nashville have an average of 6.3 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.2. In terms of their over/under performance, the Predators come in with a record of 33-34-6.</p><p>The Predators are 2-1 puck line in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.</p><p>The Predators come into the game scoring an average of 3.3 goals per game, putting them 12th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 12th in the league. This year, the Predators have recorded a 24-13 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 17-13 record.</p><p>Nashville's leading goal scorer is Filip Forsberg. So far this season, he has 41 goals, placing him 9th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Forsberg has 42 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche are currently 19th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.3 shots per game against Colorado. They also are 16th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Juuse Saros has started 58 games this season. His current record stands at 32-22, and his save percentage is 0.991%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Avalanche have gone 28-8-1, but they are currently in the midst of a two-game losing streak at home. In the Western Conference, Colorado is in 3rd place and 2nd in the Central Division. Overall, the Avalanche have a record of 46-22-6.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Colorado has gone 8-2, and they have been favored in 62 of their 74 games this season. When favored, the Avalanche have gone 41-16-6. In their last five games, the Avalanche have gone 3-2, and they are 1-2 over their last three games.</p></p><p>Colorado enters this game with a puck line record of 35-38 and a puck line mark of 21-15 at home. So far, the Avalanche have had 32 wins by multiple goals compared to 15 losses by more than one goal.</p>

<p>Over their last three games, the Avalanche have gone 0-3 vs. the puck line, and their average scoring differential at home this year is +1.7 goals per game. This season, Colorado has been the favorite in 62 games, going 30-32 vs. the puck line in those contests.</p> <p>This season, Colorado's games are averaging 6.7 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.4. The Avalanche currently have an over/under record of 40-30-3.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Nashville has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Avalanche are scoring an 3.7 goals per game this season, ranking 1st in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 4th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Avalanche offense is 2nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 10th in the NHL.</p><p>Colorado's current leading scorer is Nathan MacKinnon. This season, he has 45 goals, which puts him 5th in the NHL. MacKinnon also comes into the game with 78 assists.</p><p>The Avalanche defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.3 shots per game against Colorado. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 16th with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Alexandar Georgiev has started 56 games this season. His current record stands at 37-15, and his save percentage is 0.973%.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 3/30/24

<p>In a Western Conference matchup, the Pelicans will host the Clippers at the Smoothie King Center. The Clippers (-241) are favored by 6 points over the Pelicans (+197). The over/under line is 221 points.</p>

<p>The Clippers (18-13) have won two straight games and are 6th in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans (5-27) have lost nine straight and are 15th in the West.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +6</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-103 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Clippers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 18-13 on the season with a 102-92 win over the Warriors on Friday. Playing at home, the Clippers were favored by 5.5 points and covered the spread with the 10-point victory. The total score of 194 points fell short of the 212.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 21-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers took control by outscoring the Warriors 30-22 in the 2nd quarter and 32-19 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with an 81-62 lead before the Warriors went on a 14-0 run, but the Clippers held on for the win.</p><p>Norman Powell led the Clippers with 26 points, including 11 in the 4th quarter, as they beat the Warriors 102-92. James Harden added 18 points, and Ivica Zubac contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 88.9% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Clippers shot 53.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 31.2% of their threes with 10 makes. Derrick Jones scored 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter, while Amir Coffey added 11 points, 5 of which came in the 3rd.</p><p>The Clippers put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Warriors to just 92 points on Friday. They gave up 21 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 2nd, before limiting Golden State to 19 points in the 3rd. The Warriors managed 30 points in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Clippers’ defense.</p> <p>Los Angeles held Golden State to 36% shooting from the field, including just 18% from beyond the arc, where the Warriors made only 7 threes. The Clippers also recorded 6 steals and 10 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will New Orleans Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies on Friday, the Pelicans' season record now stands at 5-27. New Orleans, who were +7.5 point underdogs, couldn't cover the spread at home. The total points for the game reached 256, surpassing the O/U line of 238.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when Memphis went on a 10-0 run, turning a 65-59 deficit into a 69-65 lead. The Pelicans entered the 4th quarter down 104-88 but outscored the Grizzlies 36-28 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies, the Pelicans shot 44.8% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28.9% of their threes. Trey Murphy III led the way with 35 points, connecting on 5 threes at a 41.7% rate, while CJ McCollum added 32 points, making 3 threes at 37.5%.</p> <p>Murphy scored 15 points in the 2nd quarter, while McCollum poured in 16 points in the 4th. Dejounte Murray contributed 15 points and 9 assists, despite shooting 37.5% from the field.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, giving up 42 points, which contributed to their 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies. New Orleans allowed Memphis to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies hit 17 threes at a 41% clip. The Pelicans also sent Memphis to the line 35 times, where they made 31 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 13 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Blazers and Owls face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Owls are hosting the game at FAU Arena in Boca Raton, FL. The over/under for this game is set at 153 points, and the Owls are the home favorites against the Blazers in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>UAB BLAZERS VS FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAB Blazers +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at FAU Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAB BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Even though we have Florida Atlantic winning straight-up, we like UAB at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Blazers Have What it Takes in Boca Raton?</h3><p>UAB has been a much better team on the road this season, going 3-2 compared to their 6-3 record at home. They have won their last two games on the road and have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games away from home.</p>

<p>So far this season, UAB has been the underdog in four games, going 3-1 in those matchups. They have won their last five games and have a record of 10-5 overall.</p><p>As the underdog, UAB has been strong vs. the spread this season, going 4-0. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Blazers have gone 6-3-1 ATS. However, their ATS record on the road this season is just 2-3 and they are 0-3 vs. the spread in their last three road games. Overall, UAB's ATS mark for the year is 5-8-1.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in UAB games sits at 9-5. Their games have averaged 153.3 points, which is slightly higher than today's line of 153. Over their last three games, the OU record is 1-2 and their games have averaged 158 points during that stretch. On the year, 8 of their games have finished with more points than today's line.</p><p>In their recent game, the Blazers' offense concluded with 75 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 77.3 points per contest. Eric Gaines is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 12.5 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Yaxel Lendenborg brings a PPG average of 12.3 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the UAB defense is giving up an average of 75.6 points per contest. In their previous game vs. South Florida, the Bulls finished with a field goal percentage of 40% and a total of 71 points vs. UAB.</p><h3>Does Florida Atlantic Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Florida Atlantic will look to extend its six-game home win streak as it hosts UAB. The Owls have gone 7-1 at home this season, and they have an average scoring margin of +16.5 points per game at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Florida Atlantic has gone 12-4 this season, including a 10-4 record when favored. In their last game, the Owls defeated Tulane, 85-84, and they have gone 9-1 in their last 10 home games.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's ATS record this season is 9-7, but they have gone just 7-7 vs. the spread when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Owls have gone 5-5 vs. the spread. At home this year, Florida Atlantic is 6-2 ATS and they have gone 7-3 ATS in their last 10 home games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Florida Atlantic games is 8-8. On average, their games have finished with 4.2 more points than the over/under line. Today's over/under line of 153 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this season (148.8). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 149 points.</p><p>The Owls' offense wrapped up their last game with 85 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 82.1 points per contest. Nicholas Boyd was the leading scorer for the Owls, putting up 21 points. In addition, Vladislav Goldin contributed 19 points.</p><p>On the defensive side, Florida Atlantic is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 70.9 points per game. In their most recent game, the Florida Atlantic defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Tulane knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 84 points.</p>

UAB Blazers vs Florida Atlantic Owls Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lions and Scarlet Knights. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Rutgers as the -11.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 155.5 points.</p><h3>COLUMBIA LIONS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbia Lions +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 5:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBIA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Even though we have Rutgers winning straight-up, we like Columbia at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Lions Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Columbia Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Columbia improved to 9-1 on the season with an 85-72 win over Fairfield on Saturday. The Lions, playing at home, were -9.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 157, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Columbia trailed 41-32 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while holding Fairfield to 31.</p><p>Columbia's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, scoring 85 points with a field goal percentage of 57.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.4%, thanks to 70% shooting on two-pointers and 40.9% from beyond the arc. They also hit 94.1% of their free throws, going 16-for-17 from the line.</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 threes on 11 attempts. Zine Eddine Bedri was a force inside, shooting 85.7% from the field and grabbing 17 rebounds, while also dishing out 7 assists. Deon Perry was efficient from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 12 points and 5 assists in just 18 minutes.</p><p>Columbia's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 57% shooting from the field. The Lions allowed their opponents to convert 70% of their two-point attempts, with 21 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Columbia's defense gave up 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they hit 16 free throws, a 94% success rate. Columbia allowed 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Scarlet Knights Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Rutgers dropped to 7-5 on the season after a narrow 83-82 loss to Princeton on Saturday. The Scarlet Knights were -7 favorites heading into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 165, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Rutgers led 46-44 at halftime but were outscored 39-36 in the 2nd half. The loss raises questions about their ability to close out games, especially as favorites.</p><p>Rutgers put up 82 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19, while connecting on 52.3% of their two-point attempts (23/44). At the free-throw line, they were 18-for-23, good for 78.3%.</p> <p>Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each contributed 21 points, with Pierce shooting 58.8% and grabbing 14 rebounds. Lee struggled from the field, hitting just 31.8%, but dished out 11 assists. Dylan Harper added 22 points, shooting 50% overall, despite going 1-for-6 from three-point range.</p><p>Rutgers gave up 83 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Scarlet Knights' defense allowed 23 two-point field goals on 44 attempts, resulting in a 52% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 19 three-point attempts. The Scarlet Knights also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 18 of their attempts, shooting 78%. Rutgers allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the contest.</p>

Columbia Lions vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Hawkeyes face off at 7:00 ET on BTN. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 158.5 points, with Iowa being favored by -33.5 over New Hampshire.</p><h3>NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +33.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Even though we have Iowa winning straight-up, we like New Hampshire at +33.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can New Hampshire Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>New Hampshire’s season continued its rough start with a 90-83 loss to Stonehill on Sunday, dropping them to 0-12. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, the Wildcats kept it closer than expected.</p> <p>New Hampshire trailed 38-37 at halftime and allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 46. The game’s total points of 173 exceeded the over/under line of 135.5.</p><p>New Hampshire put up 83 points in their latest game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.9%. They connected on 47.6% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 21 from deep, while going 18 of 36 inside the arc.</p> <p>Louie Semona led the way with 22 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Sami Pissis added 20 points, and Chas Stinson contributed 16 points and 5 assists. Giancarlo Bastianoni grabbed a team-high 12 rebounds to go along with 14 points.</p><p>New Hampshire's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 61% on two-pointers, with the opponent hitting 24 of 39 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 36%, making 8 of 22 threes. New Hampshire also sent them to the line 22 times, where they converted 18 free throws (81%).</p><h3>Can Iowa Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Iowa improved to 9-3 on the season with a 95-88 win over Utah on Saturday. The Hawkeyes, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points of 183 went over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-36 at halftime, Iowa turned things around in the second half, scoring 59 points while allowing 48.</p><p>Iowa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points on 53.1% shooting from the field. They connected on 45% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-20 from deep, and shot 75% from the free-throw line, hitting 18 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Lawson Lovering was a force inside, shooting 78.6% from the field and finishing with 25 points. Mason Madsen and Payton Sandfort each added 24 points, with Madsen hitting 6 threes at a 54.5% clip.</p><p>Even with Iowa's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 88 points in their last game. The Hawkeyes shot 53% from the field, connecting on 34 of their 64 attempts. Inside the arc, they were 25/44, good for 56% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Iowa hit 9 of their 20 shots, shooting 45%. They also went to the free-throw line 24 times, making 18 of those for 75%. On the offensive glass, they gave up 8 rebounds.</p>

New Hampshire Wildcats vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Lions and Cowboys game? Catch the action at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA, as the Cowboys hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Southland conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and McNeese State is favored to win by -16.5 at home vs. Southeastern Louisiana.</p><h3>SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Southeastern Louisiana at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lions Pull Off a Win at Lake Charles?</h3><p>Southeastern Louisiana improved to 4-6 on the season with a 75-65 road win over Grambling State on Monday. The Lions entered the game as +3 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After leading 40-29 at halftime, Southeastern Louisiana scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 140 exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 56.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 64.6%. They connected on 67.9% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, with 8 threes made.</p> <p>Sam Hines Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 66.7% from the field, while Kam Burton added 18 points, hitting 6 threes at a 60% clip. Jakevion Buckley contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, dishing out a team-high 7 assists.</p><p>Even though Southeastern Louisiana allowed 65 points, they gave up a 46% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 23 of 50 shots. From inside the arc, the Lions allowed 16 of 34 shots to fall, a 47% success rate.</p> <p>The Lions also struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent shot 43%, making 7 of 16 attempts. Southeastern Louisiana sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 75%. On the glass, the Lions limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 1.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for McNeese State as Home Favorites</h3><p>McNeese State evened their season record at 5-5 with an 86-61 win over New Orleans on Saturday. Playing at home, the Cowboys were -24 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>McNeese State dominated the first half, leading 46-23 at the break. However, in the second half, they allowed New Orleans to score 38 points while putting up 40 points themselves.</p><p>McNeese State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field and 35.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.6%, with strong two-point shooting at 60% (21/35). They also hit 84.6% of their free throws, going 11/13 from the line.</p> <p>DJ Richards Jr. led the way with 21 points, hitting 7 threes at a 46.7% clip. James White added 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, shooting just 25% (2/8). Quadir Copeland dished out 10 assists, and the Cowboys grabbed 14 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, McNeese State's defense allowed the opposition to shoot 48% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts. The Cowboys also gave up 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 11/13, hitting 84% of their foul shots. McNeese State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>