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Week 5 of the 2021 CFB season kicks off Thursday, September 30, with the ACC showdown from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, so we’ve prepared the best Virginia Cavaliers vs. Miami Hurricanes betting pick and odds.&nbsp;



The Hurricanes have dominated the Cavaliers lately, winning five of their previous six encounters. Still, the Hurricanes have covered just twice in that span. Miami opened as a 4-point home fave for Thursday’s clash, while Virginia is a +160 moneyline dog with a total of 62.5 points on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>.



<h2>The Cavaliers look to stop a two-game slide&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>



The Virginia Cavaliers (2-2; 2-2 ATS) started the new season with a couple of convincing home victories to William &amp; Marry 43-0 and Illinois 42-14. However, things changed in Week 3, as the Cavaliers suffered a heavy 59-39 defeat at the No. 21 North Carolina Tar Heels.&nbsp;



Last Friday, Virginia suffered another heavy loss. The Cavaliers welcomed Wake Forest as 3.5-point favorites and lost 37-17. Brennan Armstrong tossed for 407 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception, while Dontayvion Wicks had eight receptions for 114 yards and a TD, but the Cavaliers ran for only 99 yards while averaging 3.7 yards per rush.



On the other side of the ball, Virginia allowed Wake Forest to dominate on the ground and record 203 rushing yards on 45 carries. Through the first four weeks, the Cavaliers are yielding 201.3 rushing yards per contest (113th in the country) while racking up only 114.8 in a return (110th).



<h2>The Hurricanes cruised through Week 4&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>



The Miami Hurricanes (2-2; 1-3 ATS) had an easy job last Saturday, so they covered the spread for the first time this term. Playing as massive 46-point home favorites, the Hurricanes dismantled the Central Connecticut Blue Devils 69-0 even though they were missing their starting QB D’Eriq King.



King is struggling with a shoulder injury and will probably miss Thursday’s game against Virginia. Freshman Tyler Van Dyke started under center in Week 4 and tossed for 270 yards and three touchdowns while completing 10 of his 11 pass attempts. Brashard Smith had five catches for 91 yards and a TD, while Camron Harris added ten carries for 100 yards and a couple of scores.



Miami is scoring 31.0 points per game (60th in the nation) on 455.0 total yards (32nd). The Hurricanes are yielding 26.3 points in a return (83rd) on 369.8 total yards (72nd), but it’s fair to mention they lost to the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide in Week 1, 44-13.



Trends:



Virginia:



<ul><li>3-8 ATS in the last 11 games played on Thursday</li><li>2-6 ATS in the last eight games on the road</li></ul>



Miami:



<ul><li>6-1 ATS in the last seven outings in Week 5</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-virginia-vs-miami-pick">Virginia vs. Miami Pick</h2>



The Cavaliers are winless in eight straight showings on the road, going 2-6 ATS in the process, so I’m backing the Hurricanes to come out on top and cover a 2.5-point spread. This should be a tight contest between a couple of divisional rivals who have been playing in a shaky form recently, and the Hurricanes will have strong support from the stands which could be an X-factor.



D'Eriq King’s absence seems like a huge blow for the hosts, but Tyler Van Dyke looks ready for the challenge, especially against the Cavaliers’ leaky defense. The Hurricanes should make a few stops more than their rivals here.



Pick: Take Miami (FL) -2.5 at -145&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;



The Total:



Six of the last seven encounters between the Cavaliers and Hurricanes went in the under. Also, the under is 4-1 in Virginia’s previous five games overall, and it is 3-1 in Miami’s last four outings at any location.



I’m following the betting trends, although the Cavaliers have been awful on the defensive side of the ball so far this season. Miami’s offense hasn’t impressed, as 69 points against Central Connecticut are not a big deal. I’m expecting the Hurricanes to run the ball as much as possible against this Cavaliers defense that has a lot to prove.



Pick: Go under 62.5 points at -110

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The first day of October brings three exciting games around the country, including the non-conference clash between the No. 13 BYU Cougars and Utah State Aggies, so we’ve prepared the best college football betting pick and odds for Friday night.



BYU meets Utah State for the first time since 2019 when the Cougars trashed off the Aggies as 3-point road underdogs, 42-14. The visitors are listed as 9-point road favorites for Friday’s game in Logan, Utah, while the totals sit at 61.5 points on <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;



<h2>The Cougars hit the road for the first time since Week 1      </h2>



The BYU Cougars (4-0; 2-2 ATS) kicked off the 2021 CFB season with a 24-16 victory over Arizona at the neutral site. Over the last three weeks, they’ve played at home, recording three wins to Utah 26-17, No. 19 Arizona State 27-17, and South Florida 35-27.



Last Saturday, the Cougars nearly blew a 22-point lead, allowing USF to score three touchdowns in the second half. Their backup QB Baylor Romney tossed for 305 yards and three touchdowns, while sophomore RB Taylor Allgeier had 15 carries for 86 yards and a couple of scores.



Sophomore QB Jaren Hall sat out Week 4 due to an injury and is questionable to play Friday against the Aggies. Through the first three weeks, Hall has thrown for 561 yards, seven touchdowns, and a couple of interceptions. The Cougars are racking up 387.5 total yards per contest (76th in the country) while surrendering 388.0 in a return (77th).



<h2>The Aggies suffered a heavy loss in Week 4</h2>



The Utah State Aggies (3-1; 3-1 ATS) are coming off a 27-3 home loss to the Boise State Broncos this past Saturday. It was their first defeat in 2021, as the Aggies accounted for only three points on 443 total yards, struggling mightily against the Broncos’ defense that forced three turnovers.



Junior QB Logan Bonner went 11-of-25 for 173 yards and two interceptions. The Aggies had 42 carries for 235 yards, and it wasn’t enough for a few more points, as they were awful in the red zone. Now, the Aggies rank 57th in the nation in points scored per game (31.5) and 10th in total yards per contest (533.3).



On the other side of the ball, Utah State is yielding 29.8 points per game (tied-98th) on a whopping 463.3 total yards (121st). The Aggies’ run D ranks 112th in the country, yielding 199.8 rushing yards per game (5.2 per carry).



Trends:



BYU:



<ul><li>6-12 ATS in the last 18 games against Utah State&nbsp;</li><li>1-4 ATS in the last five outings in Week 5</li></ul>



Utah State:



<ul><li>4-2 ATS in the last six games overall</li><li>9-1 ATS in the last ten outings in Week 5&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-byu-vs-utah-state-pick">BYU vs. Utah State Pick</h2>



The Cougars are certainly a better team than Utah State, especially on the defensive end. However, they are banged up and could miss their starting QB, though a couple of offensive linemen will return Friday against the Aggies.



Utah State possesses enough offensive firepower to keep it close. The Aggies will be fired up to prove their worth following that heavy home loss in Week 4, and they’ll hopefully manage to slow down the Cougars’ offense that hasn’t impressed so far this season.



Pick: Take Utah State +10.0 at -138&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;



The Total:



The under is 6-1 in BYU’s last seven games overall, and it is 5-3 in Utah State’s previous eight outings at any location. On the other hand, five of the previous six encounters between the Cougars and Aggies went in the over.



Five of those six H2H duels produced more than 61 points in total, so I’ll ride this betting trend Friday. Also, I’m expecting a bounce-back performance from the Aggies’ offense after a poor display in Week 4.



Pick: Go over 61.5 points at -110

BYU vs. Utah State Odds, Pick, Prediction 10/1/21

Planning on watching today's Purple Eagles and Bearcats game? Catch the action at Kirby Sports Center in Easton, PA, as the Bearcats hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. Niagara comes into this non-conference matchup as the -1.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 138 points.<h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS BINGHAMTON BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Binghamton Bearcats +1.5This game will be played at Kirby Sports Center at 2:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.<h3>WHY BET THE BINGHAMTON BEARCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Bearcats.</li><li>Not only will Binghamton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Purple Eagles Grab a Win in Easton?</h3><h3>Niagara Purple Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

Niagara fell 76-73 to Kent State on Thursday, November 21st, in an away game. Despite the loss, the Purple Eagles, who were +13.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. 

After trailing 40-28 at halftime, Niagara fought back in the 2nd half, outscoring Kent State 45-36. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 137.Niagara put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56%. They hit 40.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 22 attempts, and were 50% on two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they converted 78.3%, going 18 for 23. Jaeden Marshall, Morgan Safford, and Jahari Williamson each scored 17 points, with Williamson hitting 4 of 6 threes and Marshall going 3 for 4 from deep. Safford added 7 rebounds, while Zion Russell contributed 11 points on 4 of 6 shooting.Niagara's defense gave up 76 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 24 made field goals on 55 attempts. From three-point range, Niagara's opponents shot 37%, hitting 9 of 24 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 86%.<h3>Taking a Look at the Bearcats Chances at Home</h3><h3>Binghamton Bearcats Recent Game</h3>

Binghamton fell to Central Connecticut State 64-56 on Sunday, November 24th. The Bearcats were +5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 120, which was under the O/U line of 135.5. 

Binghamton struggled early, trailing 28-19 at halftime. They picked up the pace in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points, but couldn’t slow down the Blue Devils, who scored 36 points in the 2nd half.Binghamton's offense put up 56 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field. They connected on 44.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 18 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 51%. Jayden Brown led the way with 17 points, shooting 70% overall and 60% from three. Tymu Chenery added 16 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, while Jordan Jones contributed 15 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the field.Even with Binghamton's defense holding their opponent to 64 points on 41% shooting, the Bearcats couldn't capitalize on the other end. Their defense did limit the opposition to 35% from beyond the arc, as they hit 7 of 20 three-point attempts. Binghamton sent their opponent to the line just 9 times, where they converted 7 free throws. The Bearcats also gave up 15 offensive rebounds, providing additional scoring opportunities.

Niagara Purple Eagles vs Binghamton Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

The Black Bears and Bulldogs are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs will host the game at Chace Athletic Center in Smithfield, RI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Bryant is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Maine.<h3>MAINE BLACK BEARS VS BRYANT BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Maine Black Bears +3.5This game will be played at Chace Athletic Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.<h3>WHY BET THE MAINE BLACK BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Bryant winning straight-up, we like Maine at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Smithfield Possible for the Black Bears?</h3><h3>Maine Black Bears Recent Game</h3> 

Maine dropped to 6-7 on the season after a 59-56 home loss to Boston on Sunday. The Black Bears were -4.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. 

Maine led 27-19 at halftime but struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 40 points while scoring 29. The game’s total points (115) fell short of the O/U line of 131.5.Maine's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 31.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, and they managed only 5 offensive rebounds. Kellen Tynes led the way with 17 points, while Michael McNair added 16, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Christopher Mantis also connected on 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from beyond the arc.Despite Maine's solid defensive effort, they gave up 59 points while holding their opponent to 37% shooting overall, including 40% on two-point attempts (13/32). From beyond the arc, Maine's defense limited their opponent to 5 threes on 16 attempts (31%). They also sent them to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws (68%). Maine allowed 5 offensive rebounds.<h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Bulldogs?</h3><h3>Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game</h3> 

Bryant’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 112-66 loss to Grand Canyon on Monday. The Bulldogs, who were +13.5 point underdogs going into the game, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 178, surpassing the O/U line of 158.5. 

Bryant found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 61-23 at halftime. While they managed to score 43 points in the 2nd half, they couldn’t slow down Grand Canyon, who put up 51 points after the break.The Bulldogs struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.3% from the field and 14.3% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 28 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.3%, and they shot 59.3% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 27 attempts. Makaih Williams led the way with 31 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep and shooting 56.2% overall. Earl Timberlake added 16 points, and Barry Evans contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds, despite shooting just 28.6% from the field.Despite giving up 112 points, Bryant's defense held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, as they went 34/83. Inside the arc, they allowed 45% shooting, with the other team hitting 25 of 55 two-point attempts. From three-point range, Bryant's opponents shot 32%, making 9 of 28 attempts. The Bulldogs also sent them to the line 44 times, where they converted 35 free throws for 79%. Bryant gave up 22 offensive rebounds in the game.

Maine Black Bears vs Bryant Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

SHI Stadium in Piscataway is the setting for this week seven Big Ten matchup between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Wisconsin Badgers. Kick-off is set for 12:00 ET, with BTN handling the broadcast. The Scarlet Knights are 4-1 on the season, while the Badgers come in with a 3-2 record. Rutgers is -2.5 point favorites, and the over/under line is currently at 39.5 points.<h3>WISCONSIN BADGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -2.5This game will be played at SHI Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, October 12th.<h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning this one by a score of 25 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 39.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Wisconsin Badgers Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3>Wisconsin enters Week 7 against Rutgers with a 3-2 record, ranked 54th in our power rankings. They have a 55.4% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but only a 0.1% shot at winning the Big Ten this season. The Badgers have a +5 average scoring margin but are 1-3 against the spread. They’ve been favored in two of their five games, going 2-0 as the favorite. This week’s over/under line is 39.5 points, the lowest they’ve faced this season. Wisconsin’s games have averaged 50.2 points, with an average line of 49.8 points.Wisconsin’s offense has been average this season, ranking 86th in our offensive power rankings and 56th in scoring, with 27.6 points per game. Braedyn Locke leads the passing attack with 664 yards, but the Badgers are 84th in passing yards per game. Locke has five touchdowns and three interceptions, with a passer rating of 86. Wisconsin is 35th in rushing attempts, averaging 170 yards per game. Tawee Walker leads the team with 241 rushing yards and six touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Vinny Anthony II has 206 receiving yards and two touchdowns on nine catches.Wisconsin's defense is coming off a strong performance, allowing just six points in their latest game against Purdue. They held the Boilermakers to 10 first downs and 217 total yards, including 100 rushing yards on 25 attempts and 117 passing yards. On the season, Wisconsin ranks 37th nationally, giving up 22.6 points per game. Opponents are averaging 137.8 rushing yards per game and 181.2 passing yards, with a 61.9% completion rate and a passer rating of 88.8.<h3>Will The Rutgers Scarlet Knights Win At Home Over The Wisconsin Badgers?</h3>Rutgers enters Week 7 against Wisconsin with a 4-1 record, ranked 44th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 95.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, according to projections. At home, the Scarlet Knights are 2-0 this season. They’ve gone 3-0-1 against the spread, with a +13.6 average scoring margin. Rutgers is 2-0 ATS at home and has covered both games as the favorite. The over/under line for this week is 39.5 points. Rutgers’ games have averaged 45.2 points, with an average line of 42.8 points. Their over/under record stands at 2-2.Rutgers has leaned on their rushing attack this season, averaging 207.2 yards per game on the ground, ranking 34th in the nation. They are 27th in rushing attempts, with 41.2 per game. Kyle Monangai leads the team with 667 rushing yards, averaging 5 yards per carry, and has scored six touchdowns. Overall, Rutgers is averaging 29.4 points per game, placing them 48th nationally. They are 61st in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has thrown for 947 yards and eight touchdowns, with three interceptions. The Scarlet Knights rank 101st in passing yards per game.Rutgers' defense has been a strong point this season, ranking 14th nationally by allowing just 15.8 points per game. In their recent game against Nebraska, they gave up only 14 points, though they lost 14-7. Nebraska managed 267 total yards, including 103 rushing yards on 39 attempts and 164 passing yards, while Rutgers' defense also forced an interception.Opponents have averaged 159.4 rushing yards per game against Rutgers, with 30.8 rushing attempts per game. Through the air, quarterbacks have posted a 65.7 passer rating, completing 55.4% of their passes for an average of 176.4 yards per game, which ranks 34th nationally.

Wisconsin Badgers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

Week 3 of the 2021-22 NHL season continues Tuesday, October 26, with seven games around the league, including the Western Conference showdown at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, so here’s the best Wild vs. Canucks betting pick.



Minnesota meets Vancouver for the first time since August 2020 when the Canucks beat the Wild in the Stanley Cup qualifying round in four games. The Wild are listed as small -115 moneyline favorites for Tuesday’s clash, while the Canucks are +108 home dogs with a total of 5.5 goals on <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>.



<h2>Minnesota starts a three-game road trip</h2>



The Minnesota Wild (4-1-0) suffered their first defeat of the season last Sunday to wrap up a three-game homestand. They lost to the Nashville Predators as firm -180 favorites, allowing three first-period goals, while Kaapo Kahkonen finished the game with just 24 saves on 29 shots.



It was Kahkonen’s first appearance in 2021. Last season, he went 16-8-0 with a 2.88 GAA and a .902 save percentage. Cam Talbot is expected to return between the pipes Tuesday against the Canucks, and he’s recorded a 2.68 GAA and a .904 save percentage through the first four games of the 2021-22 season.



Minnesota is tied with St. Louis for the top spot in the Central Division. The Wild are scoring 3.40 goals per game (11th in the NHL) on a 9.0 shooting percentage (tied-16th). On the defensive side of things, they are yielding 3.20 goals per contest (21st) while posting the fifth-worst penalty-killing percentage in the league (69.6%).



<h2>The Canucks open a seven-game homestand  </h2>



The Vancouver Canucks (3-2-1) finally wrapped up a six-game road trip last Saturday. They’ve played away from home since the start of the new season, and head coach Travis Green can be satisfied with his team’s performance. The Canucks have won three of those six tilts, earning seven points in the process thanks to a 3-2 shootout defeat at Edmonton.



Vancouver is coming off a 4-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken. The Canucks overcame a 2-1 third-period deficit, as Bo Horvat finished the game with a couple of goals, while Thatcher Demko turned aside 29 of the Kraken’s 31 shots.



Demko is expected to guard the cage Tuesday against the Wild, and he’s never met Minnesota before. The 25-year-old goalie is 3-1-1 with a 2.53 GAA and a .924 save percentage this season. The Canucks are yielding 2.83 goals per contest (17th in the NHL) while tallying 2.83 in a return (tied-15th) on an 8.4 shooting percentage (21st).&nbsp;



Trends:



Minnesota:



<ul><li>6-2 in the last eight games overall&nbsp;</li><li>8-4 in the last 12 games on the road&nbsp;</li></ul>



Vancouver:



<ul><li>7-13 in the last 20 games overall</li><li>2-5 in the last seven home games as underdogs</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-minnesota-wild-vs-vancouver-canucks-pick">Minnesota Wild vs. Vancouver Canucks Pick</h2>



This should be a great game to watch, and I’m expecting both teams to take an attacking approach. The Canucks are second in the NHL in total shots on goal (203 from six games), while the Wild are fifth with 188 shots from five contests.



I would stick with the totals, looking for more than five goals in total. Both teams are capable of scoring more than a couple of goals, but I lean the visitors, as their defense should make the difference. The Wild are ninth in the league in shots against (143), while the Canucks are 29th (194).



Pick: Take Minnesota Wild at -115&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;



The Total:



I like the over here because both teams have been prolific so far despite their mediocre shooting percentage. Also, they’ve struggled to defend well with the man down, especially Minnesota, so we could see a couple of power-play goals, at least. The Wild are tied-third for the most penalty minutes per game.



The total has gone over in seven of the last nine encounters between the Wild and Canucks in Vancouver. The over is 4-2 in Minnesota’s last six games overall and Vancouver’s last six outings as a home underdog.



Pick: Go over 5.5 goals at -118

Minnesota Wild vs. Vancouver Canucks Odds, Pick, Prediction 10/26/21

Looking to win big? The Golden Hurricane and Blazers face off at 2:00 ET on ESPNU. The Blazers are hosting the game at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, AL. The odds for this American Athletic conference game currently have UAB as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 159 points.<h3>TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE VS UAB BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane +12.5This game will be played at Bartow Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.<h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Blazers.</li><li>Even though we have UAB winning straight-up, we like Tulsa at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Tulsa Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game</h3> 

Tulsa's season took another hit with a 70-64 loss to Rice on Wednesday, dropping their record to 4-8. Playing at home, the Golden Hurricane were -2.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line. 

Tulsa led 36-32 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 28 points while allowing Rice to put up 38. The inability to maintain their lead continues to be a concern for the team.Tulsa's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.6% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 28 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they finished with 9 assists as a team. At the free-throw line, Tulsa was efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts for an 88.2% success rate. Dwon Odom led the way with 18 points, while Tyshawn Archie added 16 points, despite shooting 2 of 9 from three-point range.Despite giving up 70 points, Tulsa's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, with 21 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point field goals on 31 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. From three-point range, Tulsa's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 28 attempts, a 25% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 15 attempts for 88%.<h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Blazers?</h3><h3>UAB Blazers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

UAB fell to 6-7 on the season after a 78-75 road loss to North Texas on Tuesday. Despite being +6.5 point underdogs, the Blazers kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the O/U line of 138.5. 

UAB had a strong start, leading 48-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 47.UAB's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 55.6% of their threes (10/18) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 50%. At the free-throw line, the Blazers connected on 19 of 21 attempts, good for 90.5%. Latrell Jossell was a standout, hitting 6 of 9 threes and finishing with 20 points in 21 minutes. Atin Wright led the team with 22 points, though he shot just 33.3% overall. Yaxel Lendeborg contributed 11 rebounds and 4 assists, while Tyren Moore was efficient, going 3 for 4 from deep and finishing with 11 points.Despite UAB's defensive efforts, they allowed 78 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 22 of 50 attempts. UAB held them to 44% shooting from two-point range, as they went 13 for 29. From beyond the arc, UAB's defense gave up 9 threes on 21 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. The Blazers also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they converted 25 free throws for a 96% success rate.

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Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Avalanche versus the Flyers? The puck drops at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. The Avalanche come into this non-conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.<h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers +1.5This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 20th.<h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With the Avalanche being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Avalanche.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Flyers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Avalanche Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3>On the year, the Avalanche have gone 29-14-3, which has them sitting in 2nd place in the Central Division and 3rd in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference teams, Colorado has gone 19-11, and they have gone 7-7 in divisional games. Over their last ten games, the Avalanche have gone 7-3, but they are just 1-2 in their last three and 3-2 in their last five.

As the favorite, the Avalanche have gone 26-11-3 this season, and they have been favored in 40 of their 46 games. On the road, Colorado has gone 11-9-3 this year, and they have gone 3-3 in games where they have been the underdog.On the season, the Avalanche have a puck line record of 22-24, and their average scoring margin is at +.6 goals per game. So far, Colorado has 21 wins by multiple goals and 8 wins by just one goal.

When playing on the road, the Avalanche have a puck line record of 8-15, and their average scoring margin is -.3 goals per game. In their last 10 road games, Colorado has a puck line record of 3-7, and their puck line record for the season as the favorite is at 19-21. For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Colorado is 6.9. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.3. The Avalanche come in with an over/under record of 27-17-2.Through their last three road games, Colorado has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 4 goals per game.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 3rd 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.The leading scorer for Colorado's offense is Nathan MacKinnon. Coming into the game he has 24 goals, ranking 9th in the NHL. MacKinnon also comes into the game with 49 assists.Defensively, the Flyers come into the season ranked 24th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 28.5 shots per game against Philadelphia. For the season, they are ranked 4th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.Heading into this matchup vs. Philadelphia, goalie Alexandar Georgiev has started 37 games in this season. His current record is 24-11, and his save percentage stands at 0.99%.<h3>Does Philadelphia Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3>At 56 points, the Flyers are in 4th place in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Metropolitan Division. They have won five games in a row and have gone 5-0 in their last five contests. At home, Philadelphia is 11-8-2 this season.

As the underdog, the Flyers have gone 17-10-5 this season. Against other Eastern Conference teams, Philadelphia has gone 11-10 this year. Over their last ten games, the Flyers have gone 6-4.Philadelphia enters this game with a puck line record of 29-16 and a puck line record as the underdog of 26-6. Overall, the Flyers have 15 wins by multiple goals and 10 wins by just one goal. Their average scoring differential for the season sits at +.3 goals per game.

So far, the Flyers have been the underdog in 32 games and have gone 3-10 against the puck line as the favorite. In their last ten home games, Philadelphia has a puck line mark of just 3-7, and their average scoring differential at home is -.1 goals per game. For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Philadelphia is 5.7. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.2. The Flyers come in with an over/under record of 16-26-3.Through their last three road games, Colorado has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 4 goals per game.When looking at their offense, the Flyers have an average of 2.9 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 23rd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 2nd in the league. This season, the Flyers have a 17-7 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 6-7 record.Philadelphia's leading goal scorer is Travis Konecny. So far this season, he has 21 goals, placing him 18th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Konecny has 19 assists this season.The Flyers defense is currently 24th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 28.5 shots per game against Philadelphia. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 4th with 4 shutouts.Goalie Carter Hart gets the start and has made 24 starts this season. His record at this point is 12-8, and his save percentage is 0.786%.

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