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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Seminoles? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. Pittsburgh is favored by -2 in this Atlantic Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PANTHERS VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles +2</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-4 on the season after an 82-78 loss to Louisville on Saturday, January 11th. The Panthers were -3.5 favorites at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Pittsburgh scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47, leading to the loss.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. They connected on 47.6% of their threes, hitting 10 of 21 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 20 for 22 (90.9%).</p> <p>Reyne Smith led the way with 25 points, knocking down 7 of 11 threes. Jaland Lowe added 24 points and 6 assists, despite shooting just 33.3% overall and 20% from deep.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, they gave up 82 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. The Panthers held them to 41% shooting on two-pointers, as they went 14/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 20 for 90%. Pittsburgh limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Florida State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida State’s season record fell to 11-5 after a 77-57 road loss to Clemson on Saturday. The Seminoles entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FSU trailed 36-29 at halftime and struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their recent game, the Seminoles managed just 57 points, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit only 25%, connecting on 4 of 16 threes.</p> <p>Florida State made 11 of 15 free throws (73.3%) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, finishing with 10 assists. Chase Hunter led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Jaeden Zackery added 15 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Florida State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Seminoles gave up 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Buccaneers and Paladins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Paladins are hosting the game at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Furman is favored by -3 to win at home against East Tennessee State.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS FURMAN PALADINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Furman Paladins -3</p><p>This game will be played at Bon Secours Wellness Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FURMAN PALADINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Paladins.</li><li>Not only will Furman pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will East Tennessee State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>East Tennessee State improved to 8-7 on the season with a 70-52 win over The Citadel on Saturday. The Buccaneers, who were -16 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>ETSU led 36-22 at halftime and scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 22 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.3%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point shots (17/33).</p> <p>The Buccaneers grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. At the free-throw line, they connected on 18 of 27 attempts, shooting 66.7%. Jaden Seymour led the team with 15 points, while Cam Glover added 13, and John Buggs III contributed 12 points, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense held their opponent to just 52 points, despite allowing them to shoot 41% from the field. The Buccaneers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Tennessee State limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 22 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 for 66%. The Buccaneers allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Paladins Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Furman dropped to 11-3 on the season after an 81-62 home loss to Wofford on Monday. The Paladins, who were -7 favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Furman trailed 40-20 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, scoring 42 points while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 143, going over the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Furman's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 23.5% from beyond the arc, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.1%, and they hit only 61.5% of their free throws.</p> <p>Dillon Bailey was a standout, hitting 5 of 7 threes and finishing with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Corey Tripp added 16 points and 6 boards, while Charles Johnston contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, connecting on 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Furman gave up 81 points in this one, despite holding the opposing team to just 33% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Furman’s defense limited their opponents to 8 made threes on 34 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Furman Paladins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Matadors and Titans game? Catch the action at Titan Gym in Fullerton, CA, as the Titans hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. CSUN is favored by -4.5 in this Big West conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142.5 points.</p><h3>CSUN MATADORS VS CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal State Fullerton Titans +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Titan Gym at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Titans.</li><li>Not only will Cal State Fullerton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will CSUN Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>CSUN Matadors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>CSUN improved to 7-4 on the season after a dominant 81-57 win over Chicago State on Saturday, December 21st. The Matadors, who were -20.5 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 25-22 at halftime, CSUN turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 59 points while holding Chicago State to 32.</p><p>CSUN put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field and 46.3% in effective field goal percentage. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but were strong at the free-throw line, connecting on 19 of 21 for 90.5%.</p> <p>The Matadors dished out 21 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Scotty Washington led the team with 19 points despite shooting 30.8% overall and 16.7% from three. Mahmoud Fofana added 17 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Matthew Robinson Jr. and Saxby Sunderland each contributed 14 points.</p><p>CSUN Matadors gave up 57 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 29 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, the Matadors allowed 25 of 49 shooting, which is 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Matadors held their opponents to 4 of 18 shooting, or 22%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they hit 19, or 90%. CSUN allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Titans Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Cal State Fullerton Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Titans dropped to 3-9 on the season after a 73-69 home loss to Wyoming on Sunday. Fullerton entered the game as +4 underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread. The combined points of 142 went over the pre-game total of 130.5.</p> 

<p>Fullerton trailed 39-29 at halftime but outscored Wyoming 40-34 in the second half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-20, and hit 78.6% from the free-throw line, making 11 of 14 attempts. The Titans grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Kobe Newton led the way with 20 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Donovan Oday added 18 points, while Obi Agbim contributed 16 points despite struggling from three, hitting just 2 of 9 attempts. Touko Tainamo was efficient inside, shooting 5 of 6 from the field, and Zachary Visentin was perfect, going 5-for-5 in just 13 minutes of action.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's defense gave up 73 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field on 25 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Titans allowed 17 of 34 shooting, a 50% rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents hit 8 of 20, shooting 40%. Cal State Fullerton also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Titans gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

CSUN Matadors vs Cal State Fullerton Titans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Jaguars and Golden Grizzlies are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Grizzlies will host the game at Athletics Center O'rena in Rochester, MI. The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Oakland is favored by -20 vs. IUPUI in a Horizon League conference matchup.</p><h3>IUPUI JAGUARS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: IUPUI Jaguars +20</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics Center O'rena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IUPUI JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Even though we have Oakland winning straight-up, we like IUPUI at +20.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jaguars Pull Off a Win at Rochester?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Detroit by a score of 81-66, IUPUI enters this matchup with a record of 6-21. They have lost seven games in a row and are just 2-14 in Horizon League play.</p>

<p>On the road, the Jaguars have gone 2-10 this season, and their average scoring margin is -19.2 points per game. In their last 10 road games, they have gone 1-9.</p><p>As the underdog, IUPUI has struggled against the spread this season, going just 6-17. On the road, their ATS mark is 3-9 and they have not covered in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Jaguars are just 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 144.5 is similar to the average over/under line in IUPUI's games this season (144.3). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-0-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 152 points.</p><p>IUPUI offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 66 points against Detroit. In that game, they made 6/16 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 48%. The team's scoring leader is Jlynn Counter, who holds an average of 14.6 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Bryce Monroe is averaging 11.1 points per game this season.</p><p>At this time, the Jaguars' defense is positioned 309th in the country, permitting 79.0 points per game. In their previous game vs. Detroit, the Titans finished with a field goal percentage of 51% and a total of 81 points vs. IUPUI.</p><h3>Does Oakland Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>With a record of 17-10, Oakland has been strong at home this season, going 8-3. Their average scoring margin at home is +3.8, and they have won six straight games at home. Overall, they have won two straight games and are 11-4 in Horizon League play.</p>

<p>So far, Oakland has been favored in 15 of their 27 games, going 11-4 in those contests. As for their opponent, IUPUI, they are coming off a 71-63 win over Purdue Fort Wayne.</p><p>As the favorite, Oakland has gone 8-7 vs. the spread this season. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Grizzlies have an ATS record of 5-5. At home, Oakland is 6-5 vs. the spread this year and they have gone 2-1 ATS in their last 3 home games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Oakland games is 14-12. Today's over/under line of 144.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (146.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 152 points and their OU record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>The Golden Grizzlies' offense wrapped up their last game with 71 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 75.8 points per contest. Jack Gohlke was the leading scorer for the Golden Grizzlies, putting up 23 points. In addition, DQ Cole contributed 14 points.</p><p>So far, the Golden Grizzlies' defense is ranked 218th in the country at 74.0 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Purdue Fort Wayne, the Mastodons finished with a field goal percentage of 41% and a total of 63 points vs. Oakland.</p>

IUPUI Jaguars vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Boilermakers and Huskies face off at 9:30 ET on BTN. The Huskies are hosting the game at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA. Purdue is favored by -7 in this Big Ten conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE BOILERMAKERS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +7</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Boilermakers Pull Off a Win at Seattle?</h3><p>Purdue improved to 13-4 on the season with a dominant 104-68 win over Nebraska on Sunday. The Boilermakers were -8 favorites going into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 172, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Purdue took control early, leading 45-28 at halftime. They poured in 59 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40, showcasing their offensive firepower and solid defense.</p><p>Purdue's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 63.1%. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 19 threes at a 57.6% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 76.9%.</p> <p>The Boilermakers dished out 32 assists, with Trey Kaufman-Renn leading the way with 7. C.J. Cox was a standout, scoring 23 points in 22 minutes, shooting 81.8% overall and 71.4% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Purdue's defensive struggles, they still managed to hold their opponent to 68 points. However, the Boilermakers allowed a 63% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 41 of 65 shots.</p> <p>Purdue's defense also gave up 19 threes on 33 attempts, a 57% success rate, while sending their opponent to the line just 6 times, where they made 3 free throws.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies fell to 9-7 on the season following a 91-75 loss to Michigan on Sunday. Washington entered the game as +14 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 166, surpassing the O/U line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Washington trailed 48-38 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, where they were outscored 43-37.</p><p>In their latest game, the Huskies put up 75 points, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 21 attempts, and went 14 for 18 from the free-throw line, good for 77.8%.</p> <p>Great Osobor led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. Nimari Burnett was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots, including 4 threes, while Vladislav Goldin added 19 points on 6 of 7 shooting.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 91 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 69% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington's opponents made 11 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 37%. The Huskies also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 22 free throws.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-146) will take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+120) in a Western Southwest division matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 3 points and have a record of 22-18, while the Pelicans are 9-32 and have lost two straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans and can be seen on Gulf TV. The over/under line for this game is 225 points.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +3</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-112 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Dallas Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks fell to 22-18 on the season after a 118-99 home loss to the Nuggets on Tuesday. Dallas, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 217 points was well below the pre-game total of 235.</p> <p>Denver took control early, outscoring Dallas 36-21 in the 1st quarter and 35-24 in the 2nd. A 12-0 run by the Mavs brought them closer, but they couldn’t sustain the momentum. Although Dallas outscored Denver 32-27 in the 4th quarter, it wasn’t enough to overcome the 91-67 deficit they faced going into the final period.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Nuggets, the Mavericks struggled offensively, shooting just 42.2% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 28.1% clip. Daniel Gafford led the team with 13 points, scoring 6 in the 1st quarter and 7 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Naji Marshall and Kyrie Irving each added 11 points, with Marshall scoring 9 in the 4th. Irving shot just 22.2% from the field, contributing 5 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks struggled in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 71 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20. Overall, they allowed 118 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Dallas allowed Denver to hit 13 threes at a 44% clip. The Nuggets also went 19/22 from the free-throw line. The Mavericks finished with 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 9-32 on the season with a 119-113 win over the Bulls on Tuesday. New Orleans, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 232 fell short of the 243.5 O/U line.</p> <p>New Orleans went on an 11-0 run in the 4th quarter, extending their lead from 33-27 to 44-27. They outscored Chicago 33-27 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Pelicans managed to put up 119 points in their win over the Bulls, despite shooting just 43.8% from the field and 28% from three-point range. They made 14 threes in the game, with Dejounte Murray hitting 4 of them, despite shooting just 28.6% overall.</p> <p>Trey Murphy led the way with 32 points, scoring 11 of those in the 3rd quarter. Zion Williamson added 21 points, with 9 coming in the opening period. Jose Alvarado also came up big, scoring all 12 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough start, allowing 33 points in the 1st quarter, the Pelicans tightened up their defense, giving up just 27 points in each of the final two quarters to help secure the win. They held the Bulls to 44% shooting overall.</p> <p>New Orleans did a solid job defending the three, with Chicago hitting 14 threes on 32% shooting. The Pelicans also sent the Bulls to the line just 12 times, where they made 9 free throws. Defensively, the Pelicans recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Thursday's Angels vs. Athletics game has a first pitch set for 4:07 PM ET from Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, CA. The money line odds have the Angels at -106 compared to the Athletics at -113. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Roansy Contreras is starting for the Angels, and he is facing off against JP Sears for the Athletics. Los Angeles is 36-49, while the Athletics are 32-56. Sears will be looking to help the Athletics extend their two-game winning streak, while the Angels are -111 on the money line during their three-game skid. This game will be televised on BSW.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS OAKLAND ATHLETICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels Moneyline -106</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 4:07 ET on Thursday, July 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ANGELS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Angels winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Athletics to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Oakland cruised to a 5-0 win over the Angels in the most recent game of this series. The A's had a two-run 2nd inning and added three more in the 6th. As for the Angels, they had their best chance to score in the 5th when they loaded the bases with one out, but could only push across one run.</p>

<p>Joey Estes started for the A's and picked up the win, going nine innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with just four strikeouts but induced 15 ground ball outs. On the other side, Davis Daniel got the start for the Angels and took the loss, giving up four earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>At the plate, Oakland was led by Brent Rooker, who went 3/4 with a home run. Max Schuemann also homered for the A's, going 1/3. Brett Harris had a two RBI game at the plate.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 36-49, the Angels are 4th in the AL West and trail the Mariners by 9.5 games. The Angels have lost three straight games, and they dropped the first two games of their series vs. the Athletics. So far, they are 8-9 in AL West matchups this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Angels are 18-26 and just above .500 at 18-23 on the road. This year, the Angels have really struggled in day games, going 8-20. As for how they have fared as the favorite, the Angels are just 4-7 and 32-42 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Angels are 8-17-2 and have won two straight series.</p><p>When the Angels have been favored on the run line this season, they have been a losing proposition, going just 3-8. Overall, they are 48-37 on the run line, including a 24-17 mark on the road. They have covered the run line in 45 of 74 games as the underdog.</p><p>The Angels are on the road against the Athletics today, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Angels games this season is 9.1 runs, and their over/under record is 44-39. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 19-18. Overall, 20 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, which accounts for 23.5% of their games this season.</p><p>Roansy Contreras is getting the start for the Angels today as he faces the Athletics on the road. So far this season, he has made 22 appearances and one start. Contreras' record for the season is 1-0, and he has an ERA of 3.82. Looking back at his last outing, Contreras went three innings vs. the Athletics, giving up one earned run, four hits, and two walks. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Contreras has finished with a no-decision in each of his last four appearances. Per nine innings, he has 8.45 strikeouts and 4.09 walks.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into today's game with the 12th most home runs in the league but are just 20th in runs scored, averaging 4.1 runs per game. This is the same number of runs they are averaging at home and on the road. As a team, the Angels are batting .239, which is 14th in the league, and have the 13th best slugging percentage in the league.</p>

<p>Luis Rengifo has been the Angels' top hitter this season, batting .315 with six home runs and 25 RBIs. He is also on a six-game hitting streak, going 9/24 in that stretch. Taylor Ward has a team-high 14 homers but is batting just .239, and Jo Adell is also struggling with a batting average of just .189.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are 32-56 overall and trail the Mariners by 15 games in the AL West. So far, they have gone just 8-17 in divisional games. Oakland has won two straight games, and these two wins have come after losing seven of eight. Currently, they are 5th in the AL West, 15 games behind the Mariners.</p>

<p>At home, the Athletics are 20-23 this season compared to a 12-33 mark on the road. As the underdog, Oakland is 26-54 this year and 6-2 as the favorite. The Athletics have dropped three straight series and have an overall series record of 8-18-1 this year.</p><p>When the A's win, they win big, with an average run margin of +3.0. However, when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.5. They are 43-45 against the run line this season, but they have covered the run line in two straight games and are 41-39 as the underdog.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics are playing at home against the Los Angeles Angels today. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is just above their combined season average of 8.4 runs per game. The A's have played 86 games this season, with 53 of them having an over/under line set below 8.5 runs. Their over/under record for the season is 38-48.</p><p>Oakland is starting left-hander JP Sears today vs. the Angels. Sears has made 17 starts this year and has a record of 4-7 with an ERA of 5.00. Looking at his overall numbers, Sears has a WHIP of 1.31 and has allowed a total of 13 home runs. Coming into the game, he has a batting average allowed of .257. Sears' ERA at home is 11.06, compared to 4.98 on the road. He most recently pitched on June 28th vs. the Diamondbacks, where he finished with a no-decision, giving up three earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had lost three straight starts.</p><p>For the season, the Athletics are averaging just 3.6 runs per game, which is 28th in the league. They have been a little better at home, putting up 4.1 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .222 and have the 7th most home runs in the league. Brent Rooker has been a bright spot for the Athletics, as he is batting .269 for the season and his 17 homers are the most on the team and 10th in the league. He has also been hot of late, going 12/37 in his last 10 games.</p>

<p>JJ Bleday and Shea Langeliers have also hit double-digit homers for the Athletics this season, but Bleday is batting just .239, and Langeliers is hitting just .204. Langeliers is also 2nd on the team with 41 RBIs.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 7/4/24

<p>The Padres and Rangers face off in an interleague matchup at 2:35 PM ET at Globe Life Field in Arlington. San Diego is 47-43 and they are 2nd in the NL West, while the Rangers are 39-47 overall and 3rd in the AL West.</p>

<p>Thursday's money line odds have the Rangers favored at -138 compared to the Padres at +117. The over/under line is sitting at 7.5 runs, and the pitching matchup features Michael King for the Padres and Max Scherzer for the Rangers.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO PADRES VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Padres Moneyline +117</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 2:35 ET on Thursday, July 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PADRES VS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Padres to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>San Diego picked up a 6-4 road win over the Rangers in the most recent game of this series. The Padres offense got off to a fast start, scoring two runs in the first and adding four more in the 3rd. On the other side, the Rangers got on the board with one run in the 4th and added their final three runs in the 5th.</p>

<p>Manny Machado and David Peralta each homered for the Padres, while Jackson Merrill scored three times and drove in a run while going 2/5. Jurickson Profar also had a two-hit game and drove in a run.</p>

<p>Adam Mazur only went four innings for the Padres but gave up just four hits and four earned runs. Adrian Morejon got the win out of the bullpen, and Robert Suarez got the save. Dane Dunning had a rough outing for the Rangers, taking the loss.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 47-43, the Padres are 2nd in the NL West, trailing the Dodgers by 7.5 games. The Padres will be on the road today, taking on the Rangers, and they are 7-5 against AL teams this season. San Diego is 16-10-3 in series this year and have won three straight series.</p>

<p>At home, the Padres are 24-22 this year and have gone 23-21 on the road. San Diego has been good as the road underdog this year, going 15-12. As the favorite, the Padres are 28-25 this year, and they are 7-3 over their last 10 games overall.</p><p>When betting the Padres on the run line this season, you've been better off taking them on the road, where they are 30-14 against the run line compared to just 17-29 at home. Overall, they are 47-43 against the run line, with an average run margin of 0.3 runs per game. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 26-11 against the run line, compared to 21-32 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.7, compared to -3.4 in losses.</p><p>San Diego Padres games have been high-scoring this season, with a combined run average of 9.0 runs per game. Their over/under record is 48-41, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs, their record is 15-14. Overall, 60.0% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs, with 54 games having lines set above that mark.</p><p>Michael King gets the start for the Padres today as he faces the Rangers on the road. So far this season, he has made 17 starts and has a record of 6-5 with a 3.61 ERA. King's WHIP for the season is currently 1.27, and he is coming off a start in which he allowed just one earned run in six innings of work. In that outing, he picked up the win. Looking back at his last four starts, King has finished with a no-decision in three of them. His ERA for the season at home is 4.71, compared to 3.51 on the road.</p><p>San Diego's offense comes into the game as one of the league's best, batting .262 as a team, which is the 2nd best mark in the MLB. They are also near the top of the league in home runs and are averaging 4.6 runs per game. The Padres have been even better on the road, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. San Diego's offense has been very good at avoiding strikeouts this season, as they have the 2nd fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Jurickson Profar and Fernando Tatis Jr. have been the Padres' top power threats this season, with Profar's 11 homers being 3rd on the team and Tatis Jr.'s 14 homers leading the team. Profar also leads the Padres with 55 RBIs, which is the 10th best mark in the league. Over his last five games, Jackson Merrill has gone 9/22 with two homers and six RBIs.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>Texas is seven games below .500 at 39-47 as they trail the Mariners by seven games in the AL West. So far, they are 9-14 in AL West games. The Rangers have dropped two straight games, and they are just 3-7 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Rangers are 21-20 this season compared to an 18-27 mark on the road. Texas has dropped two straight games as the favorite, and they are 23-21 overall when favored. As for their record as the underdog, the Rangers are 16-26 this year.</p><p>The Rangers have been a tough team to predict on the run line this season, as they are just 40-46 overall. They have been slightly better at home, going 20-21, compared to 20-25 on the road. Their average run margin for the season is -0.1 runs per game, but they have been outscored by 0.7 runs per game on the road. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 23-19 on the run line, compared to 17-27 as the favorite.</p><p>The Texas Rangers are hosting the San Diego Padres today, and the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. The teams have a combined run average of 8.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 34-49. The average over/under line for their games this season has been 9 runs, and when the line has been set at 7.5 runs, their over/under record is 4-5. Overall, 84.9% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs this season.</p><p>Max Scherzer will be making his 3rd start of the season, and he is coming off a loss to the Orioles in which he gave up 2 earned runs over 5 1/3 innings. In his first start, he picked up a win against the Royals, going 5 innings and striking out 4.</p><p>Adolis Garcia has been a bright spot for the Rangers this season in terms of power, as he is 11th in the league with 16 home runs. However, he is batting just .221 and has an OBP of only .284. Marcus Semien has been the team's top run producer, with 45 RBIs, but he is batting only .231. Corey Seager is batting .260 and is 12th in the league with 15 homers.</p>

<p>Corey Seager heads into today's game on an eight-game hitting streak and has three homers in his last five games. Nathaniel Lowe has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 9/20 in his last five games with three homers. Lowe also has an eight-game hitting streak.</p>

San Diego Padres vs Texas Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 7/4/24

<p>In a division matchup between the Grizzlies and Spurs, Memphis (-147) is favored by 3 points over San Antonio (+123) at the Frost Bank Center. The over/under line is set at 239 points.</p>

<p>Memphis is 25-15 overall and 3rd in the Western Conference. San Antonio is 19-19 and 10th in the West. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 ET and the game can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -3</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 149-132 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 25-15 on the season after a 120-118 road loss to the Rockets on Monday. Memphis entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread with the two-point loss. The total points for the game reached 238, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 233.5 by 4.5 points.</p> <p>Memphis started strong, leading 30-23 after the 1st quarter, but a 10-0 run by the Rockets shifted momentum. The Grizzlies regained control, taking a 92-87 lead into the 4th quarter, but Houston outscored them 33-26 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>In their 120-118 loss to the Rockets, the Grizzlies shot 53.6% from the field, with a 43.8% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes. Ja Morant led the way with 29 points, adding 11 in the 4th quarter, while Desmond Bane contributed 25 points, 15 of which came in the 3rd.</p> <p>Morant and Bane each made 4 threes, with Bane shooting 80% from deep. Jaren Jackson added 17 points, and Jaylen Wells chipped in 14, scoring 4 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies started strong in the 1st quarter, allowing just 23 points, but they struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 34 and 33 points, respectively, in their 120-118 loss to the Rockets. Overall, Memphis allowed Houston to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies also had a tough time defending the three, as the Rockets hit 16 threes on 51% shooting. Memphis sent Houston to the line 31 times, where they made 22 free throws. The Grizzlies gave up 15 offensive rebounds but managed to come up with 17 steals.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>San Antonio pulled their record to 19-19 with a 126-102 road win over the Lakers on Monday. The Spurs entered the game as +4 point underdogs and not only won but covered the spread with a +24 point victory. The total score of 228 points went over the pre-game line of 220.5.</p> <p>After trailing 62-53 at halftime, the Spurs turned things around by winning the 3rd quarter 36-27. They then dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring the Lakers 37-13, including a 10-0 run that extended their lead from 84-76 to 94-76.</p><p>The Spurs shot 53.3% from the field and 37.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes in their 126-102 win over the Lakers. Devin Vassell, Victor Wembanyama, and Stephon Castle each scored 23 points, with Vassell knocking down 5 threes at a 55.6% rate.</p> <p>Castle did most of his damage in the 3rd quarter, scoring 14 of his 23 points. Harrison Barnes added 10 of his 17 points in the 4th, while Chris Paul chipped in 5 of his 13 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a tough 2nd quarter where they allowed 36 points, the Spurs' defense locked down in the 4th, giving up just 13 points to secure the win. Overall, they held the Lakers to 102 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>San Antonio limited the Lakers' three-point shooting, allowing just 14 threes on 31% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Spurs finished with 16 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 4th-ranked Orlando Magic (+183) will travel to take on the 5th-ranked Milwaukee Bucks (-227) in a game that will be played at Fiserv Forum. The over/under line for the game is currently sitting at 211.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be televised on FDSW.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -6</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Magic Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>The Magic improved to 23-18 on the season with a 104-99 win over the 76ers on Sunday. Orlando, playing at home, covered the spread as 2-point favorites. The game’s total of 203 points fell just short of the 207.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Orlando’s strong 4th quarter was the difference, as they outscored Philadelphia 31-22 after trailing 77-73 going into the final period.</p><p>Cole Anthony led the Magic with 27 points in their win over the 76ers, scoring 11 in the 1st quarter. Jonathan Isaac and Paolo Banchero added 20 points each, with Isaac scoring 13 in the 4th. Anthony Black contributed 8 of his 17 points in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Orlando shot 48.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 7 threes at 23.3%. Isaac made 2 threes, shooting 50% from deep, while Anthony also connected on 2, shooting 33.3% from three-point range.</p><p>Defensively, the Magic held the 76ers to 99 points on Sunday, despite Philadelphia shooting 45% from the field. Orlando allowed 21 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 4th, helping secure the win.</p> <p>Orlando struggled to defend the three, with the 76ers hitting 12 threes at 41%. The Magic also sent Philadelphia to the line 22 times, where they made 21 free throws. Orlando gave up just 3 offensive rebounds while tallying 10 steals and 9 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 21-17 on the season with a 130-115 win over the Kings on Tuesday. Milwaukee, who were -2 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 245 points exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>A 14-0 run by the Bucks early in the game stretched their lead from 26-17 to 40-17. Milwaukee and Sacramento played evenly in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, but the Bucks entered the 4th with a 102-82 lead. The Kings outscored the Bucks 33-28 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double of 33 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds led the Bucks to a 130-115 win over the Kings, as he shot 60.9% from the field. Damian Lillard added 24 points, hitting 5 threes at a 62.5% clip, while Brook Lopez contributed 21 points, knocking down 3 threes.</p> <p>The Bucks connected on 17 threes, shooting 37.8% from deep and 49.5% overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 1st quarter, while Lillard added 10 in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Even with a rough 4th quarter, the Bucks' defense held strong, giving up 115 points to the Kings on 44% shooting. Milwaukee allowed 26 points in the 1st quarter, followed by 28 in both the 2nd and 3rd.</p> <p>The Bucks struggled to contain the Kings from deep, allowing 17 threes on 40% shooting. They sent Sacramento to the line 18 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Milwaukee grabbed 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 2 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (14-26) will travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (21-17) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers (-994) are favored by 14.5 points over the Nets (+648). The over/under line for this game is 212.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, and it will be shown on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers -14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-86 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nets Win in Inglewood?</h3><p>The Nets improved to 14-26 on the season with a 132-114 win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, Brooklyn not only pulled off the upset but did so convincingly, winning by 18 points. The total score of 246 points easily surpassed the pre-game O/U line of 219.5.</p> <p>A pivotal 13-0 run early in the game helped the Nets take control, turning a 36-30 deficit into a 43-36 lead. After a 31-26 2nd quarter in favor of Portland, Brooklyn responded by outscoring the Blazers 32-27 in the 3rd and 34-26 in the 4th.</p><p>The Nets put up 132 points in their win over the Trail Blazers, shooting 54.4% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 46.3% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 24 points, while Noah Clowney and Keon Johnson each added 20.</p> <p>Clowney knocked down 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep, and Keon Johnson hit 3 threes at 50%. Clowney scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, and D'Angelo Russell added 7 of his 13 points in the final period.</p><p>Even with a rough start, the Nets' defense tightened up in the 2nd half, giving up just 27 points in the 3rd quarter and 26 in the 4th, helping them secure the win. Overall, they allowed 114 points on 45% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn struggled to defend the perimeter, as the Trail Blazers hit 17 threes at a 44% clip. The Nets sent Portland to the line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws. Defensively, the Nets recorded 11 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Clippers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 21-17 on the season with a 109-98 win over the Heat on Monday. Playing at home, Los Angeles covered the -8.5 point spread, while the game’s total of 207 points fell short of the 216.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 35-28 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers’ defense tightened up, holding Miami to 13 points in the 2nd. An 11-0 run helped them take control, and they outscored the Heat 36-20 in the 3rd quarter. Both teams scored 30 points in the 4th, but the Clippers had already built a 79-68 lead heading into the final period.</p><p>Norman Powell and James Harden combined for 11 three-pointers in the Clippers' win over the Heat, with Powell hitting 5 at a 62.5% rate and Harden connecting on 6 at 60%. Powell finished with 29 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd and 4th quarters, while Harden added 26 points, including 13 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Ivica Zubac contributed 21 points and 20 rebounds, shooting 76.9% from the field. The Clippers made 13 threes as a team, shooting 36.1% from beyond the arc and 48.4% overall.</p><p>Despite a rough 1st quarter where they gave up 35 points, the Clippers’ defense tightened up, allowing just 13 points in the 2nd quarter and 20 in the 3rd, helping them secure a win over the Heat. Overall, they held Miami to 98 points on 38% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat hit 17 threes at a 32% clip. The Clippers sent Miami to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws. Los Angeles also recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pirates and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Big East conference contest is set at 138 points, with Butler being favored by -8 at home against Seton Hall.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +8</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Butler winning straight-up, we like Seton Hall at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Pull Off a Win at Indianapolis?</h3><p>Seton Hall’s season record fell to 6-10 after a 91-85 road loss to Providence on Saturday. The Pirates entered the game as +8 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 41-41 first half, Seton Hall scored 44 points in the second half but allowed 50. The game’s total points of 176 far exceeded the over/under line of 130.5.</p><p>Seton Hall put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They connected on 31.8% of their threes, hitting 7 of 22 attempts, while knocking down 80% of their free throws (16/20). The Pirates also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.</p> <p>Bensley Joseph was a standout, scoring 28 points in 26 minutes, shooting 8 of 10 overall and 7 of 9 from beyond the arc. Isaiah Coleman added 26 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep, and Prince Aligbe contributed 19 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall's opponents hit 12 threes on 25 attempts, shooting 48%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 23, shooting 69%. Seton Hall gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Butler Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Butler dropped to 7-10 on the season after a 80-76 loss to Creighton on Saturday. The Bulldogs were +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>At halftime, the game was tied at 43-43, but Butler was outscored 37-33 in the 2nd half, leading to the loss.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They connected on 57.9% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 32% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 25 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they converted 8 of 12 attempts for 66.7%.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.7% overall and 60% from three-point range, hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Steven Ashworth contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 8 three-point attempts. Patrick McCaffery added 21 points, shooting 42.9% from three, while Pierre Brooks II and Jamiya Neal each chipped in 14 points.</p><p>Butler's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponents to connect on 57% of their two-point attempts, with 22 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Butler's defense held their opponents to 32% shooting, as they hit 8 of 25 three-point shots. The free-throw line wasn't much of a factor, with the opposing team going 8/12 for 66%. Butler also allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Avalanche and Stars game? Catch the action at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX, as the Stars hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on ESPN. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Stars are favored by -1.5 vs. the Avalanche.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 9:30 ET on Tuesday, May 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Avalanche.</li><li>We like the Avalanche on the moneyline (+102)</li><li>The Avalanche are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Avalanche Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the road this season, the Avalanche have gone 19-16-6 and are 3rd in the Central Division and 4th in the Western Conference. In games against teams from the West, Colorado has a record of 34-16.</p>

<p>Overall, the Avalanche have gone 50-25-7 this season, and they have won their last three games. In their last ten games, Colorado has gone 6-4, and they are 4-1 in their last five.</p></p><p>On the year, Colorado is 40-42 against the puck line and 36 of their wins have been by multiple goals. Over their last ten games, the Avalanche have gone 7-3 against the puck line and their average scoring differential for the season is +.6 goals per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Colorado's puck line record is 6-7, and they have gone 16-25 against the puck line on the road. So far, the Avalanche have been favored in 69 games, and their average scoring differential as the underdog is -.3 goals per game.</p> <p>On average, Colorado's games have finished with 6.8 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.4. In total, the Avalanche come in with an over/under record of 47-32-3.</p><p>In their last three road games, Colorado has averaged 5 goals per game while allowing 4. The team's record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Avalanche are averaging 3.7 goals per game this season, putting them in the 1st spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 4th in the league. The Avalanche went 34-14 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 13-10.</p><p>Colorado's leading scorer is Nathan MacKinnon. So far, he has 51 goals which is 4th in the NHL. MacKinnon also comes into the game with 89 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Stars head into the game ranked 27th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.6 shots per game against Dallas. So far, they are 21st in shutouts, achieving 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Alexandar Georgiev has started 62 games this season. His current record stands at 38-18, and his save percentage is 0.966%.</p><h3>Will the Stars Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p><p>As the top team in the Western Conference and the Central Division, the Dallas Stars have been dominant all season long. They have won two straight games and have gone 6-4 in their last ten games. At home, Dallas has gone 26-11-4 this season and has won two straight games at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Dallas has gone 52-21-9 this season and has gone 34-16 against other Western Conference teams. As the favorite, the Stars have gone 47-17-7 this season and have won two straight games as the favorite. In their last three games, Dallas has gone 2-1.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Stars have gone just 14-27 vs. the puck line. Overall, they have gone 36-46 vs. the puck line, and their average scoring margin this year is +.8 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Stars have gone 27-44 vs. the puck line when favored, and they have gone just 2-8 vs. the puck line in their last ten games. In their last three games, they have gone 0-3 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, Dallas' games have finished with an average of 6.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Stars have an over/under record of 42-39-1.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Colorado has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 5 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Stars are averaging 3.6 goals per game this season, putting them in the 3rd spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 11th in the league. Looking at how the Stars' offense is performing during power plays, they are 11th in power play goals and 2nd in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Dallas will be looking for a good game from Wyatt Johnston who leads the team in scoring with 32 goals, ranking 34th in the NHL. Johnston also comes into the game with 33 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars come into the season ranked 27th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 28.6 shots per game against Dallas. For the season, they are ranked 21st in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Colorado, goalie Jake Oettinger has started 53 games in this season. His current record is 35-14, and his save percentage stands at 0.888%.</p>

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