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<p>Planning on watching today's Mustangs and Rainbow Warriors game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Rainbow Warriors hosts this showdown at 11:59 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -7.5 vs. Cal Poly in a Big West conference matchup.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cal Poly Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cal Poly’s season record dropped to 5-9 after a 98-89 loss to UC Irvine on Thursday. The Mustangs, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>Cal Poly trailed 49-38 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 42 of their own. Despite the improved second-half performance, the Mustangs couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 41% from the field and 29.5% from three-point range (13/44). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.2%, with a strong performance inside, hitting 53.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Devin Tillis led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall. Bent Leuchten added 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Myles Che contributed 22 points, hitting 56.2% of his shots.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense struggled, giving up 98 points despite holding their opponent to 41% shooting. The Mustangs allowed 34 field goals on 83 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Cal Poly's defense allowed 53% shooting, with their opponent hitting 21 of 39 two-point attempts. From three-point range, the opposition made 13 of 44 shots, a 29% success rate.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Hawaii's season record fell to 6-5 after a 64-61 loss to UC Santa Barbara on Friday, January 3rd. The Rainbow Warriors were -2.5 point favorites at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hawaii trailed 31-28 at halftime and matched UCSB's 33 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Hawaii managed just 61 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, with a rough 21.4% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 14 attempts. They connected on 52.6% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Stephan Swenson led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, despite shooting 25% from three. Tanner Christensen added 15 points, shooting 60% overall, while Gytis Nemeiksa contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 23 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 shots, shooting 75%.</p>

Cal Poly Mustangs vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

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<p>Today at 2:30 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-14) will travel to take on the Dallas Mavericks (19-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 5 points and have won their last two games, while the Timberwolves have lost three straight.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on ABC.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 2:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-123 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Minnesota?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-14 on the season after a 117-104 road loss to the Hawks on Monday. Minnesota, favored by 3 points, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 221, just under the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Minnesota’s game was a rollercoaster. After a 12-0 run by Atlanta early, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. However, after entering the 4th quarter with an 85-82 lead, Minnesota was outscored 35-19 in the final period.</p><p>In their 117-104 loss to the Hawks, the Timberwolves shot 42.9% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 32.6%. They connected on 14 threes overall.</p> <p>Naz Reid led the way with 23 points, scoring 10 in the 3rd quarter. Julius Randle added 19 points, with 9 coming in the 3rd, while Anthony Edwards finished with 16 points, 7 of which came in the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Hawks to just 17 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 4th, allowing 35 points in each. Overall, they gave up 117 points on 53% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Minnesota also had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. The Timberwolves sent the Hawks to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 12 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can Dallas Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>With a 132-108 win over the Trail Blazers on Monday, the Mavericks improved to 19-10 on the season. Dallas, who were -13 point favorites, covered the spread with the 24-point victory. The total score of 240 points went over the pre-game line of 230.5.</p> <p>After trailing 31-28 at the end of the 1st quarter, Dallas took control by outscoring Portland 34-22 in the 2nd quarter and 40-23 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th quarter with a 102-76 lead, the Mavericks coasted to the win despite being outscored 32-30 in the final period.</p><p>The Mavericks shot 53.3% from the field in their win over the Trail Blazers, with Luka Doncic leading the way with 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. Daniel Gafford was perfect from the field, scoring 23 points, while Kyrie Irving added 20 points, hitting 2 threes at 33.3%.</p> <p>Dallas made 12 threes as a team, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc. Gafford was a force in the 3rd quarter, scoring 12 points, while Doncic added 10 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a shaky 1st quarter where they allowed 31 points, the Mavericks tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up just 22 and 23 points, respectively, in their 132-108 win over the Trail Blazers. Dallas struggled again in the 4th, allowing 32 points, but their strong middle quarters helped secure the victory.</p> <p>The Mavericks were particularly effective at defending the three, holding Portland to just 8 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Blazers to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws. Dallas finished with 10 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>The Patriots are +123 on the money line as they host the Bills at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA. The Bills are favored at -2.5 on the road, with the over/under line set at 38 points. This week 18 matchup is being televised on CBS, and the Bills are the -146 favorite on the money line.</p><h3>BUFFALO BILLS VS NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New England Patriots +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gillette Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Patriots winning this one by a score of 22 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Patriots winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 38 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bills Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 13-3 record, the Bills have already locked up the AFC East and have a 100% chance of making the playoffs. Buffalo is currently on a three-game winning streak, including a 40-14 win over the Jets in week 17. The Bills were 10.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, bringing their ATS record to 10-6 this season.</p> <p>Buffalo ranks 4th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 18. Their average scoring margin this season is +10.2, and their O/U record is 10-6, with their games averaging 53.4 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Bills are 3rd in our offensive power rankings and 2nd in the NFL in scoring, with 31.8 points per game. They are 9th in passing yards per game (234.1) and 9th in rushing, averaging 131.2 yards. Buffalo ranks 6th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 44.4% success rate, and they are 4th in red zone attempts, but they have struggled to convert, ranking 31st in the NFL.</p> <p>Josh Allen threw for 182 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 17, finishing with a passer rating of 104. James Cook led the team in rushing with 53 yards on 15 carries, while Tyrell Shavers had a 69-yard reception. Cook also had 100 rushing yards in week 16 and 105 yards in week 15.</p><p>In their 40-14 win over the Jets, the Bills' defense recorded four sacks and came away with two interceptions. The Jets did have some success running the ball, gaining 112 yards on just 21 attempts. However, Buffalo limited New York to 169 passing yards and forced them into a 71.9% completion percentage. The Bills also defended the pass well, allowing just 5.3 yards per attempt, but did give up two passing touchdowns.<p></p>On third downs, the Bills allowed the Jets to convert 44.4% of their chances. Despite the Jets finding some running room, Buffalo's defense was aggressive up front, winning the tackle for loss and quarterback hit differentials.</p><h3>Will The Patriots Win At Home Over The Bills?</h3><p>Heading into week 18, the Patriots are on a six-game losing streak, dropping their record to 3-13. They rank 27th in our NFL power rankings and have a -8.4 scoring margin this season. Against the spread, New England is 6-9-1, having been the underdog in all of their games so far. Their O/U record is 10-6, with their games averaging 41.7 points compared to a 41.3-point line.</p> <p>New England’s last win came in week 10, when they beat the Bears 19-3. Since then, they’ve lost six straight, including a 33-point loss to the Chargers in week 17. In week 16, they covered the spread against the Bills, losing by 3 points as 14-point underdogs.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Patriots rank 28th in our offensive power rankings. They sit 27th in the NFL in points per game (16.6) and 30th in yards per game (290.9). New England ranks 22nd in passing attempts, but they are last in passing yards per game, averaging 172.6. On the ground, they are 18th in rushing attempts and 13th in rushing yards per game. The Patriots have struggled on third down, ranking 26th in the league with a 35% conversion rate, but they are 6th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 17, New England scored just 7 points in a 40-7 loss to the Chargers. Drake Maye threw for 117 yards and a touchdown, completing 12 of 22 passes. Antonio Gibson led the team with 63 rushing yards on 12 carries, while DeMario Douglas had 4 catches for 46 yards and a touchdown. The Patriots converted only 2 of 10 third-down attempts.</p><p>In their 40-7 loss to the Chargers, the Patriots' defense struggled to generate pressure, failing to record any sacks and losing the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. The Patriots allowed 281 passing yards on 26 completions, with the Chargers completing 65% of their passes. New England's run defense allowed 147 yards on 37 attempts, with the Patriots giving up three passing touchdowns.<p></p>On third downs, the Patriots allowed the Chargers to convert 58.8% of their opportunities, and they finished with a total of 428 offensive yards.</p>

Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

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<p>The 2021 CFB season goes on with Week 9 matchups on Saturday, October 30, including the Conference USA showdown at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, so here’s the best Louisiana Tech vs. Old Dominion betting pick along with the latest odds update on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Bulldogs and Monarchs met each other once in 2014, and Old Dominion barely outlasted Louisiana Tech 30-27 as a 13.5-point home underdog. The Monarchs are listed as 5.5-point home dogs for Saturday’s clash, while the totals sit at 52.5 points.</p>



<h2>Louisiana Tech couldn’t cope with the No. 24 UTSA</h2>



<p>The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs fell to 2-5 straight up and 3-4 ATS on the season following a heavy 45-16 home loss to the UTSA Roadrunners this past Saturday. They failed to cover a 5.5-point spread and extended their losing streak to three games.</p>



<p>The Bulldogs turned the ball over three times against the Roadrunners, who racked up 213 rushing yards. On the other side, the Bulldogs had 33 carries for a paltry 69 yards, while senior QB Austin Kendall tossed for 279 yards, a couple of touchdowns, and an interception.</p>



<p>Louisiana Tech’s offense ranks 25<sup>th</sup> in the country in passing yards per game (277.4) and 106<sup>th</sup> in rushing yards per contest (115.0). The Bulldogs are tallying 26.6 points per game (tied-81<sup>st</sup>), but they’ve scored only 19 points in total over their previous two outings.</p>



<h2>Old Dominion rides a five-game losing streak </h2>



<p>The Old Dominion Monarchs (1-6; 4-3 ATS) are coming off a bye, looking to snap a five-game skid. They’ve been solid in losses to Buffalo 35-34, UTEP 28-21, and Marshall 20-13 OT, but last time out, the Monarchs have suffered a heavy 43-20 home defeat to Western Kentucky.</p>



<p>Old Dominion failed to slow down the Hilltoppers’ passing offense, allowing their signal-caller to throw for 397 yards and five touchdowns. On the other side, freshman Hayden Wolff went 26-of-41 for 327 yards and a couple of interceptions.</p>



<p>Wolff replaced junior D.J. Mack Jr. under center, and it’s unknown who’ll get the starting call in Week 9. The Monarchs are scoring 23.1 points per game (tied-103<sup>rd</sup> in the country) on 170.6 rushing yards (59<sup>th</sup>) and 189.4 passing yards (105<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Louisiana Tech:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-10 ATS in the last 15 games overall</li><li>2-6 ATS in the last eight games against the Conference USA</li></ul>



<p><strong>Old Dominion:</strong></p>



<ul><li>N/A</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-louisiana-tech-vs-old-dominion-pick">Louisiana Tech vs. Old Dominion Pick</h2>



<p>This is the clash of the two bad teams that have been playing in poor form, so the best move is to stay away from it. While the Monarchs have struggled offensively all season, the Bulldogs have been awful over their previous two showings.</p>



<p>I’m looking for a tight contest, and the hosts, who are coming fresh off a bye, should be able to keep it within seven points. The betting trends are not helping a lot, as both teams have struggled to cover so far this season.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Old Dominion +7.0 at -145&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>The Monarchs are yielding 31.4 points per game (102<sup>nd</sup> in the country) even though they are 52<sup>nd</sup> in the nation in total yards allowed per contest (357.3). Their run D has been solid thus far, but the Bulldogs will have a chance to establish their passing game, as Old Dominion surrenders 227.3 passing yards per game (67<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<p>The Bulldogs, on the other side, are yielding 33.0 points per game (112<sup>th</sup>) on 450.0 total yards (117<sup>th</sup>), and their passing defense is the fourth-worst in the country (297.0 passing yards allowed per game). Give me the over on the totals. Eight of the Bulldogs’ last 11 games went in the over, as well as six of the Monarch’s last nine games played on Saturday.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 52.5 points at -110</strong></p>

Louisiana Tech vs. ODU Odds, Pick, Prediction 10/30/21

<p>The Bobcats and Chippewas are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Chippewas will host the game at McGuirk Arena in Mount Pleasant, MI. Ohio is favored by -4.5 in this Mid-American conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Michigan Chippewas +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at McGuirk Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Chippewas.</li><li>Not only will Central Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bobcats Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Ohio improved to 5-6 on the season with a 78-58 win over Austin Peay on Wednesday. The Bobcats, who were -14 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio dominated the first half, leading 49-22 at the break. However, they were outscored 36-29 in the second half. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Ohio's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 78 points while shooting 52% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to their 50% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>AJ Clayton led the way with 22 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes, while Sai Witt added 21 points. Jackson Paveletzke was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts, and dished out 11 assists to go along with 18 points.</p><p>Despite giving up 58 points, Ohio's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 52% from the field, including 53% from two-point range. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 14 attempts, good for 73%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's opponent shot 50%, hitting 12 of 24 three-point attempts. The Bobcats managed to limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Chippewas Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Central Michigan Chippewas Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Central Michigan dropped to 2-6 on the season after a 94-41 loss to Arizona on Saturday, December 21st. The Chippewas were +27.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 135, falling short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Central Michigan trailed 44-23 at halftime and struggled even more in the 2nd half, scoring just 18 points while allowing 50.</p><p>Central Michigan's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 41 points on 25.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was only 29.6%, with two-point shooting at 28.9% and three-point shooting at 18.8% (3/16).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Chippewas hit just 55.6% of their attempts (10/18). They recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team. Caleb Love was a bright spot, scoring 24 points on 9/15 shooting, including 3/8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Central Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Chippewas allowed the opposing team to shoot 70% from two-point range, connecting on 26 of 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 10 of 29 threes, shooting 34%. Central Michigan also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 12, shooting 92%. The Chippewas gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Central Michigan Chippewas NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

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The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

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NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

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New York Giants vs Philadelphia Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>The Eagles are favored on the money line at -147 as they host the Giants at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The Eagles are -2.5 point favorites on the point spread, with the over/under line set at 37.5 points. CBS is handling the television coverage of this week 18 NFC East matchup. Both teams need to add their overall record.</p><h3>NEW YORK GIANTS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Eagles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 23 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 37.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Giants Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With their playoff chances already at 0.0%, the Giants picked up their third win of the season in week 17, defeating the Colts 45-33. Heading into the game as 7.5-point underdogs, New York not only covered the spread but also ended a seven-game losing streak. The 78 combined points easily surpassed the 40.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>New York is now 3-13, putting them 30th in our NFL power rankings. They are 5-11 against the spread, with all five of their ATS wins coming as underdogs. The Giants have a scoring margin of -8.4 points per game and an O/U record of 6-10.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Giants are 29th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 28th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 16.2, and are 29th in yards per game with 298.3. Despite being 8th in passing attempts, they sit 27th in passing yards per game, averaging 193.1. On the ground, they are 20th in rushing attempts and 22nd in rushing yards per game with 105.2. New York is 24th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage but ranks 4th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Drew Lock had a strong performance in week 17, throwing for 309 yards and 4 touchdowns without an interception. Malik Nabers led the team with 7 catches for 171 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. rushed for 59 yards on 20 carries. The Giants scored 17 points in the 4th quarter and converted 7 of 13 3rd-down attempts in their win over the Colts.</p><p>Despite allowing 446 yards, the Giants' defense came up with two interceptions in their 45-33 win over the Colts. Indianapolis had success on third down, converting 53.8% of their attempts, and their quarterbacks were hit just three more times than the Giants' QBs. The Giants gave up 320 passing yards and 126 rushing yards on 33 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks completed 68.4% of their passes against the Giants, finishing with 8.4 yards per attempt and two passing touchdowns.</p><h3>Will The Eagles Win At Home Over The Giants?</h3><p>After a week 16 loss to the Commanders, the Eagles bounced back with a dominant 41-7 win over the Cowboys in week 17, improving their record to 13-3. The Eagles were 7.5-point favorites and easily covered the spread, and the 48 combined points were enough to hit the over. The win secured the NFC East title for Philadelphia and gives them a 100% chance of making the playoffs.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the Eagles rank 5th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +9.6 points per game and are 10-6 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 7-9, with the over hitting in each of their last two games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Eagles rank 4th in our offensive power rankings. They sit 7th in the NFL in points per game (27.7) and 6th in yards per game (371.2). Philadelphia has leaned heavily on their run game, leading the league in rushing attempts (37.2) and rushing yards per game (187.3). Despite ranking 5th in red zone attempts, they are just 25th in conversion percentage (10.9%).</p> <p>Kenny Pickett threw for 143 yards (10/15) and a touchdown in week 17, while DeVonta Smith had 6 catches for 120 yards and 2 touchdowns. Saquon Barkley rushed for 167 yards on 31 carries, and the Eagles scored in every quarter, putting up 41 points against the Cowboys.</p><p>In their 41-7 win over the Cowboys, the Eagles' defense allowed just 141 passing yards and forced two interceptions. Dallas managed only 268 total yards, and Philadelphia limited them to 127 yards on the ground, despite allowing 4.2 yards per attempt. The Eagles held Dallas to a 55.2% completion percentage and gave up just one passing touchdown.<p></p>On third downs, the Eagles allowed the Cowboys to convert 42.9% of their chances. Philadelphia's defense also recorded one sack and had a +2 advantage in quarterback hits.</p>

<p>With the Vikings at +129 on the money line, the Lions are favored at -154 as they host Minnesota in a week 18 NFC North matchup. The game will be played at Ford Field in Detroit, with the Lions favored by -3 on the point spread. The over/under line is set at 56 points. The Vikings vs. Lions game is scheduled for 8:20 ET on Sunday, televised by NBC.</p><h3>MINNESOTA VIKINGS VS DETROIT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Vikings +3</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Field at 8:20 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Vikings winning this one by a score of 34 to 30</li><li>Not only do we have the Vikings winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 56 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Vikings Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>The Vikings head into week 18 with a nine-game winning streak, including a 27-25 victory over the Packers in week 17. This win brought their record to 14-2, putting them 2nd in the NFC North and 5th in the conference. Minnesota has a 100% chance of making the playoffs and a 34.9% chance of winning the division. They rank 6th in our NFL power rankings.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Vikings are 11-4-1, with a +7.6 scoring margin. They have covered in four straight games, including a narrow win over the Packers as 0.5-point underdogs. Their O/U record is 7-9, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Vikings are 10th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 26.4 points per game, which ranks 9th in the NFL. They are 12th in the league in yards per game (352.2) and 20th in passing attempts, with 31.7 per game, but they rank 5th in passing yards, averaging 243.8 per game. Minnesota ranks 10th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (41.2%) and 22nd in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p></p><p>Sam Darnold threw for 377 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 17, completing 33 of 43 passes. Justin Jefferson had 8 catches for 92 yards, and Aaron Jones rushed for 47 yards on 12 carries. Minnesota scored 14 points in the 3rd quarter against Green Bay but were held scoreless in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>In their 27-25 win over the Packers, the Vikings' defense allowed just 167 passing yards. They also recorded three sacks and held Green Bay to 104 rushing yards on 24 attempts. The Vikings' defense was effective on third downs, allowing just a 57.1% conversion rate, and they limited the Packers to 5.6 yards per attempt in the passing game.<p></p>Minnesota's defense also won the quarterback hit battle, finishing with a +4 differential, despite losing the tackles for loss battle by -6. The Vikings gave up just one touchdown through the air, and Green Bay finished with a 63.3% completion percentage against them.</p><h3>Will The Lions Win At Home Over The Vikings?</h3><p>With a 14-2 record, the Lions hold the top spot in our NFL power rankings and have a 65.1% chance of winning the NFC North. They’ve already clinched a playoff berth. After a week 15 loss to the Bills, Detroit bounced back with wins over the Bears and 49ers, including a 40-34 victory over San Francisco in week 17. The Lions were 3.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, bringing their ATS record to 11-4-1.</p> <p>Detroit’s O/U record stands at 9-6-1, with the over hitting in four straight games. Their contests have averaged 54.1 points, compared to a 50.1-point O/U line. Against the 49ers, the teams combined for 74 points, surpassing the 50-point line.</p><p>Jared Goff has been on fire, posting passer ratings of 132 in week 17, 136 in week 16, and 118 in week 15. Against the 49ers, he threw for 303 yards and 3 touchdowns without an interception. Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 117 yards on 18 carries, while Jameson Williams led the team with 77 receiving yards on 5 catches.</p> <p>Detroit's offense is averaging 33.3 points per game, leading the NFL, and they rank 2nd in passing yards per game with 266.1. They also rank 6th in rushing, averaging 144.4 yards per game, and are 3rd in 3rd-down conversions with a 47.9% success rate.</p><p>In their 40-34 win over the 49ers, the Lions' defense gave up 400 yards through the air, with San Francisco completing 75% of their passes. Despite this, the defense did come up with two interceptions. The Lions struggled to get off the field on third down, allowing the 49ers to convert 62.5% of their third down attempts. Detroit defended the run well, allowing just 75 yards on 18 attempts.<p></p>The Lions allowed 475 total yards and gave up three passing touchdowns. They managed two sacks and held the advantage in the quarterback hit differential. However, they did allow the 49ers to gain 10 yards per pass attempt.</p>

<p>FOX will broadcast this week 18 AFC East matchup between the Dolphins and Jets, taking place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. The Dolphins are favored on the road with a money line of -117, while the Jets are at -104. The point spread is close, with the Dolphins at -1 and the over/under line is at 39 points. The game is set for 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>MIAMI DOLPHINS VS NEW YORK JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Dolphins -1</p><p>This game will be played at MetLife Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dolphins winning this one by a score of 23 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Dolphins winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 39 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Dolphins Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Miami heads into week 18 against the Jets with a 2-game winning streak, including a 20-3 win over the Browns in week 17. This puts the Dolphins at 8-8, leaving them 2nd in the AFC East and 8th in the conference. Our power rankings have them 12th, and they have a 25.5% chance of making the playoffs.</p> <p>Miami has a -0.4 scoring margin and is 7-9 against the spread. They’ve covered in two straight games, including a 12-point win over the 49ers in week 16. Their O/U record is 7-9, with their games averaging 41.1 points compared to a 44.3-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Dolphins rank 16th in our offensive power rankings. They are 21st in the NFL in points per game (20.3) and 18th in yards per game (324.9). Miami ranks 15th in passing yards, averaging 221.1 per game on 34.4 attempts (9th). On the ground, they are 24th in rushing yards per game (103.8) on 26.6 attempts per game. The Dolphins are 19th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 37% success rate.</p> <p>In week 17, Tyler Huntley threw for 225 yards and a touchdown, completing 22 of 26 passes. He connected with Tyreek Hill 9 times for 105 yards. Huntley also led the team in rushing with 52 yards on 7 carries. Miami scored on both of their red zone trips but struggled on 3rd down, converting just 2 of 11 attempts.</p><p>In their 20-3 win over the Browns, the Dolphins' defense was outstanding, holding Cleveland to just 3 points. They allowed only 162 passing yards and forced the Browns to complete just 51.1% of their passes. Miami defended the run well, allowing 114 yards on 28 attempts, and didn't give up any touchdowns.<p></p>The Dolphins' secondary picked off one pass and limited the Browns to a 3.4 yards per attempt. Although they only managed one sack, Miami struggled in the run game, losing the tackles for loss differential by a significant margin of -8. Additionally, the Browns converted 41.2% of their third down attempts against Miami.</p><h3>Will The Jets Win At Home Over The Dolphins?</h3><p>The Jets enter week 18 against the Dolphins with a 4-12 record, ranking 21st in our power rankings. New York has lost two straight, including a 40-14 defeat to the Bills in week 17. The Jets were 10.5-point underdogs in that game and couldn’t cover the spread. They are 5-11 ATS this season, with a -4.9 average scoring margin.</p> <p></p><p>New York’s O/U record is 9-6-1, with their games averaging 43.1 points. The O/U line has been 42.5. In week 17, the Jets and Bills combined for 54 points, going over the 44.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Jets rank 17th in our offensive power rankings. They are 23rd in the NFL in scoring, averaging 19.1 points per game, and 24th in total yards, with 306.2 per game. New York ranks 6th in passing attempts and 17th in passing yards per game, averaging 216.1. On the ground, they are 26th in rushing attempts and 31st in rushing yards, with just 90.2 per game. The Jets are 14th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 13th in red zone conversion rate.</p> <p>Aaron Rodgers struggled in week 17, throwing for 112 yards and 2 interceptions on 12/18 passing, with a passer rating of 43. Breece Hall had 45 rushing yards on 10 carries, while Garrett Wilson led the team with 66 receiving yards on 7 catches. The Jets scored all 14 of their points in the 4th quarter against the Bills.</p><p>In their 40-14 loss to the Bills, the Jets' defense gave up 251 passing yards, including three touchdowns. Buffalo's success in the passing game was aided by averaging 9 yards per attempt. The Jets were unable to generate any sacks and struggled on third downs, allowing the Bills to convert 57.1% of their third down attempts.<p></p>On the ground, the Jets did have some success, as they held the Bills to just 97 yards on 34 attempts, averaging 2.9 yards per attempt. However, the Jets' defense gave up big plays in the passing game, resulting in a tough overall performance.</p>

<p>With the Chargers favored on the road, the money line odds are -232 for them and +193 for the Raiders. The Chargers are -5 point favorites and the over/under line is sitting at 41 points. This week 18 AFC West matchup is set for 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and will be televised on CBS.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CHARGERS VS LAS VEGAS RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Chargers -5</p><p>This game will be played at Allegiant Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CHARGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chargers winning this one by a score of 27 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Chargers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chargers Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Heading into week 18, the Chargers have a 10-6 record and a two-game winning streak, including a 33-point win over the Patriots in week 17. This win secured their playoff spot, but they can’t win the AFC West. Los Angeles is 5-3 both at home and on the road, and they are 3-2 in division games.</p> <p>According to our power rankings, the Chargers are 10th in the league. They have a +5.4 scoring margin and are 11-4-1 against the spread, including two straight wins. Their O/U record is 7-9, with the over hitting in three consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Chargers sit 11th in our offensive power rankings. They’re 12th in the NFL in points per game (23) and 23rd in yards per game (314.9). Justin Herbert threw for 281 yards (26/38) and 3 touchdowns in week 17, posting a passer rating of 116. Ladd McConkey led the team with 8 catches for 94 yards and 2 touchdowns, while J.K. Dobbins rushed for 76 yards on 19 carries.</p> <p>On 3rd down, the Chargers rank 13th in the NFL with a conversion rate of 39.6%, and they’re 10th in red zone conversion percentage. They’ve been strong in the 1st quarter, averaging 5.2 points, which ranks 8th in the league. However, they’ll be monitoring Joshua Palmer’s heel injury as he’s questionable for week 18.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Chargers' defense was dominant, allowing just 85 passing yards and 181 total yards in a 40-7 win over the Patriots. They held New England to 20 rushing attempts and 96 yards on the ground. The Chargers' secondary gave up just 13 completions and allowed a completion percentage of 54.2%. <p></p>Additionally, the Chargers' defense excelled on third downs, allowing only a 20% conversion rate, and they recorded four sacks and six tackles for loss. Despite giving up one passing touchdown, their performance was still very impressive.</p><h3>Are The Raiders Going Win In At Upset At Allegiant Stadium</h3><p>With two straight wins, the Raiders have improved to 4-12 on the season. After a week 15 loss to the Falcons, Las Vegas bounced back with victories over the Jaguars (19-14) and Saints (25-10) in weeks 16 and 17, respectively. Despite this, the Raiders remain 4th in the AFC West and have a -6.9 scoring margin. They are 7-8-1 against the spread this season, including two consecutive ATS wins.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the Raiders rank 22nd in our NFL power rankings and have been eliminated from playoff contention. Their O/U record stands at 8-8, with the under hitting in five straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Raiders rank 31st in our offensive power rankings. They are 25th in the NFL in both points per game (18.1) and yards per game (305.6). Despite ranking 4th in passing attempts per game (37.4), they are 13th in passing yards, averaging 223.2 per game. On the ground, they rank 24th in rushing attempts and are last in the league in rushing yards per game, with 82.4. Las Vegas ranks 25th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (35.3%) but is 5th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Aidan O'Connell has been under center for the Raiders the last two weeks, throwing for 242 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 17, with a passer rating of 97. In week 16, he threw for 257 yards without a touchdown or interception. Against the Saints in week 17, Las Vegas converted 10 of 18 3rd-down attempts and scored 25 points, with 9 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In their 25-10 win over the Saints, the Raiders' defense was outstanding, allowing just a 10% conversion rate on third down. They picked off two passes, held the Saints to 188 passing yards, and limited them to 55.6% completions. The Raiders' pass rush was effective, with four sacks and five more quarterback hits than the Saints.</p><p></p><p>Despite giving up 81 rushing yards on just 13 attempts, the Raiders were able to limit the Saints to 269 total yards in the game.</p>

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<p>FOX will broadcast the week 18 NFC West matchup between the Seahawks and Rams, taking place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. The game is set for 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th. The Seahawks are favored at -5.5 on the road, with money line odds of -241. The Rams' money line odds are +197, and the over/under line is set at 39 points.</p><h3>SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS LOS ANGELES RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Rams +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rams winning this one by a score of 19 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Rams winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +5.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 39 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Seahawks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Seattle's 9-7 record puts them 2nd in the NFC West, but they have no chance of making the playoffs going into week 18. The Seahawks rank 17th in our NFL power rankings. They have a +0.1 scoring margin and are 6-9-1 against the spread, including three straight ATS losses. They are 1-3-1 as favorites and 5-6 as underdogs.</p> <p>Seattle has a 6-1 road record this season, but they are just 3-6 at home. In week 17, they narrowly beat the Bears 6-3, but they couldn’t cover the 4-point spread. The O/U line was 42, and the teams combined for just 9 points.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Seahawks rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 21.6, and 14th in yards per game with 331.9. Seattle has relied heavily on the passing game, ranking 7th in both passing attempts (35.4) and passing yards per game (238.1). On the ground, they are 25th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game, averaging 93.8. They have struggled on 3rd down, converting just 36.7% of their attempts, which ranks 21st in the league, but they are 3rd in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 17, Geno Smith threw for 160 yards on 17/23 passing without a touchdown or interception. Seattle scored all 6 of their points in the first half against the Bears. Zach Charbonnet led the team with 57 rushing yards on 15 carries, and Noah Fant had 4 catches for 43 yards. Seattle converted 5 of 13 3rd downs but failed to score on their lone red zone trip.</p><p>Seattle's defense was dominant in their 6-3 win over the Bears, allowing just 76 passing yards and forcing seven sacks. The Seahawks limited Chicago to 179 total yards and just 16 completions. They didn't give up any touchdowns and held the Bears to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>Seattle's run defense allowed 103 yards on 23 attempts, with the Bears averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. The Seahawks also came away with one interception and held Chicago to a 57.1% completion percentage.</p><h3>Are The Rams Going Win In At Upset At SoFi Stadium</h3><p>With a 10-6 record, the Rams have locked up the NFC West and are riding a five-game winning streak. After a week 12 loss to the Eagles, Los Angeles bounced back with wins over the Saints, Bills, 49ers, Jets, and Cardinals. In week 17, they beat Arizona 13-9, but couldn’t cover the 6.5-point spread. The O/U line was 48, and the teams combined for just 22 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the Rams rank 11th in our power rankings and have a scoring margin of -0.9 points per game. They are 8-8 against the spread this season and have an O/U record of 7-9, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Rams sit 13th in our offensive power rankings. They are 19th in the NFL in points per game (21.4) and 17th in yards per game (326.9). Their passing game ranks 14th, with 221.8 yards per game, and they are 23rd in rushing yards per game (105.1). The Rams are 20th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 36.9% success rate, and they rank 25th in 1st-quarter scoring.</p> <p>In week 17, Matthew Stafford threw for 189 yards (17/32) without a touchdown or interception. Puka Nacua had 10 catches for 129 yards, and Kyren Williams rushed for 56 yards on 13 carries. The Rams scored 13 points against the Cardinals, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>In the Rams' 13-9 win over the Cardinals, their defense came up with two key interceptions, despite allowing 396 total yards. They also had four sacks and held Arizona to a 46.2% third-down conversion rate. The Rams gave up 113 rushing yards on 22 attempts and 283 passing yards, with the Cardinals completing 68.8% of their passes. Los Angeles gave up just one touchdown in the game.<p></p><p>Even though the Rams' defense gave up a lot of yards, they were tough in key situations, forcing turnovers and limiting the Cardinals to just one touchdown. The Rams' pass rush was effective, as they had four sacks and came away with a win in the QB hit, and tackles for loss differentials.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on NBCS. The Blue Jackets are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Blackhawks.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+109)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p><p>With a record of 19-30-10, the Blue Jackets are 16th in the Eastern Conference and 8th in the Metropolitan Division. On the road, Columbus is 9-14-6 for the season and has lost two straight games. In the last 10 games, the Blue Jackets are 4-6, and they have been the underdog in 54 of their 59 games.</p>

<p>So far this year, Columbus has been favored in five games and has gone 2-2-1 in those contests. Against Eastern Conference opponents, the Blue Jackets are just 10-28. In their last three games, Columbus has a record of 1-2, and they have gone 2-3 in their last five games.</p></p><p>When favored, the Blue Jackets have a puck line record of 1-4 this season and 33-26 overall. So far, Columbus has won 11 games by multiple goals compared to 8 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Blue Jackets' puck line record is 4-6, and they have gone 1-2 against the puck line in their last three games. This season, the team's average scoring margin is -.8 goals per game.</p> <p>The average goal total for Columbus' games is sitting at 6.6. The average over/under line for the season is 6.5. The Blue Jackets come in with an over/under record of 28-28-3.</p><p>Across the Blue Jackets last three road games, the team averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 4. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.</p><p>On offense, the Blue Jackets are averaging 2.9 goals per game which is 24th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 22nd in the league. The Columbus offense is ranked 31st in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 27th in the NHL.</p><p>Columbus' leading scorer is Boone Jenner. So far, he has 18 goals which is 85th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 9 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Blackhawks head into the game ranked 7th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.4 shots per game against Chicago. So far, they are 26th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Chicago, goalie Elvis Merzlikins has started 33 games in this season. His current record is 11-13, and his save percentage stands at 0.832%.</p><h3>Can the Blackhawks Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p><p>At 15-40-5, the Blackhawks are in 16th place in the Western Conference and 8th in the Central Division. Over their last ten games, Chicago has gone just 1-9, and they have lost their last five games in a row. In games against other Western Conference teams, the Blackhawks have gone 8-26.</p>

<p>Chicago has played 31 games at home this season, where they have gone 11-16-4. As the underdog, the Blackhawks have gone 14-39-5 this season. Over their last three games, Chicago has gone 0-3.</p></p><p>Chicago has dropped 32 games by multiple goals and has an average scoring margin of -1.5 goals per contest. So far, the Blackhawks have gone 27-33 on the puck line and have been the underdog in all but two games. In their last ten home games, the team's puck line record is 6-4.</p>

<p>So far, the Blackhawks have dropped 13 games by just one goal, and their average scoring margin at home is -.8 goals per game. In their last five home games, the team's puck line record is 3-2.</p> <p>On average, Chicago's games have finished with 5.6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.1. In total, the Blackhawks come in with an over/under record of 22-36-2.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Blue Jackets have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 3 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Blackhawks are scoring an 2 goals per game this season, ranking 32nd in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 31st in the league. The Blackhawks went 1-12 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 14-26.</p><p>Chicago's leading scorer is Connor Bedard. So far, he has 17 goals which is 102nd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 23 assists so far.</p><p>Chicago defense takes on the Blue Jackets ranked 7th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 32.4 shots per game against Chicago. They also are 26th in shutouts, with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Petr Mrazek comes into the game having made 40 starts this season. So far, his record is 13-23 and he has a save percentage of 0.963%.</p>

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