<p>The Jets are favored on the money line at -182 as they host the Colts at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. The Colts' point spread is +3.5, and the over/under line is set at 44 points. Looking to add to their record, the Jets are also looking to add to their record. This week 11 AFC matchup is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>INDIANAPOLIS COLTS VS NEW YORK JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indianapolis Colts +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MetLife Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Colts winning this one by a score of 24 to 15</li><li>Not only do we have the Colts winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Colts Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Heading into week 11, the Colts are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, which includes a 30-20 home loss to the Bills in week 10. This dropped their record to 4-6, but they remain 2nd in the AFC South despite being 1-3 in division games. Our projections give the Colts a 27.6% chance of making the playoffs and a 5.7% chance of winning the division.</p> <p>Indianapolis ranks 24th in our NFL power rankings and has an average scoring margin of -1.5 points per game. They are 7-3 against the spread, but have failed to cover in two straight games. Their O/U record stands at 4-6, with their games averaging 43.1 points compared to an average line of 44.4.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Colts sit 23rd in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 20.8 points per game, and rank 19th in passing yards per game (198.3) and 14th in rushing yards per game (121.3). On 3rd down, they are 20th in the league with a 36.6% conversion rate, but they rank 13th in red zone conversions.</p> <p>Joe Flacco threw for 272 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 10, but he also had 3 interceptions. Jonathan Taylor rushed for 114 yards on 21 carries, and Alec Pierce led the team with 81 receiving yards on 4 catches. The Colts scored 10 points in the 2nd quarter and 7 in the 4th against the Bills.</p><p>In their 30-20 loss to the Bills, the Colts' defense gave up 280 passing yards on 22 completions. Buffalo had success running the ball, gaining 135 yards on 31 attempts (4.4 yards per attempt). Despite this, the Colts' defense did not allow any passing touchdowns and even came away with two interceptions. <p></p>On third downs, the Colts allowed the Bills to convert 50% of their chances. Indianapolis managed two sacks in the game but did lose the tackles for loss differential by -4. The Colts will be looking to shore up their run defense in their next game.</p><h3>Are The Jets Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 11, the Jets sit at 3-7, ranking 17th in our NFL power rankings and giving them an 8.6% chance of making the playoffs. New York is 1-2 in division games and 3-4 in conference matchups, placing them 3rd in the AFC East. They are 2-2 at home and 1-5 on the road.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Jets are 3-7, with all three of their wins coming as the favorite. Their O/U record stands at 4-5-1, with the under hitting in their last two games. Their games have averaged 39.1 points this season, compared to an average line of 41.6.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Jets rank 17th in our offensive power rankings. They are 23rd in the NFL in points per game, averaging 17.7, and 26th in yards per game, with 298.5. New York ranks 4th in passing attempts per game but is only 17th in passing yards, averaging 211.7 per game. They have struggled on the ground, ranking 28th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game, with 86.8.</p> <p>In week 10, the Jets scored just 6 points in a loss to the Cardinals, failing to score in the second half. Aaron Rodgers threw for 151 yards on 22/35 passing, while Breece Hall had 52 rushing yards on 10 carries. Garrett Wilson led the team with 5 catches for 41 yards. New York converted 6 of 13 third downs but went 0/3 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 31-6 loss to the Cardinals, the Jets' defense allowed Arizona to convert on 71.4% of their third down attempts. The Jets gave up 406 total yards, with 147 of those coming on the ground, and 259 through the air. The Cardinals averaged 10.8 yards per attempt in the passing game and had one passing touchdown.<p></p>The Jets managed just one sack in the game and lost the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. Arizona completed 91.7% of their passes against the Jets in the blowout loss.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Vikings and Beacons. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Beacons at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Valparaiso as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cleveland State Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Cleveland State Vikings Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Vikings dropped their season opener 77-64 to Kansas State on Saturday. Despite being +23 point underdogs, Cleveland State kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-24 at halftime, the Vikings put up 40 points in the 2nd half, but Kansas State scored 41 to maintain their lead. The game’s total points of 141 fell short of the 148 O/U line.</p><p>Cleveland State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.3% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.3%, and they managed to score 64 points.</p> <p>Brendan Hausen was a bright spot, hitting 6 of 9 threes and finishing with 22 points. David N'Guessan was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, while Coleman Hawkins added 12 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Cleveland State's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 77 points in their previous game. The Vikings shot 51% from the field, hitting 30 of their 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they made 19 of 30 shots, good for 63%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cleveland State connected on 11 of 21 attempts, shooting 52%. They also went to the free-throw line 29 times, making 17 of those shots, which is 58%. On the offensive glass, they gave up 7 rebounds.</p><h3>Will Valparaiso Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Valparaiso dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 83-63 to Liberty on the road. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Beacons not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-32 at halftime, Valparaiso couldn’t close the gap, scoring 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 146 exceeded the O/U line of 139.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 34.9% from the field and 13.3% from three-point range, hitting only 2 of 15 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.5%, but they did manage to convert 81% of their free throws, going 17 for 21.</p> <p>Offensively, they recorded just 7 assists, with Zach Cleveland contributing 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Tyler Schmidt and Owen Aquino both shot over 87%, with Schmidt hitting 7 of 8 shots and Aquino going 8 for 9, adding 11 rebounds.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Beacons allowed their opponent to hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 22/36 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Valparaiso's opponent shot 41%, connecting on 10 of 24 attempts. The Beacons also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws (69%). Valparaiso limited second chances, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bruins and Bisons face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bisons are hosting the game at Allen Arena in Nashville, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Lipscomb is favored by -6.5 vs. Belmont.</p><h3>BELMONT BRUINS VS LIPSCOMB BISONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lipscomb Bisons -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Arena at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIPSCOMB BISONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Bisons.</li><li>Not only will Lipscomb pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Bruins?</h3><p>Belmont dropped a close one to Furman, 76-74, on Friday. The Bruins were -2.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, falling short of the 158-point O/U line.</p> <p>Belmont trailed 42-34 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Furman 40-34. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Belmont's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.4%, with a strong 58.3% on two-point attempts, though they hit just 30% from beyond the arc, making 6 of 20 threes.</p> <p>Brody Peebles led the way with 26 points, shooting 66.7% overall despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts. PJay Smith Jr. connected on 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 21 points and 5 assists, while Nick Anderson added 17 points, hitting 5 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Belmont's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Bruins had a tough time defending inside, where they allowed 28 two-point baskets on 48 attempts, a 58% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Belmont held their opponents to 6 made threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting performance. The Bruins also sent the other team to the line 10 times, where they converted 5 free throws. Belmont gave up just 4 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Bisons Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Lipscomb opened their season with a 78-69 win over Wofford on Saturday, November 9th. Playing at home, the Bisons were favored by 5 points and covered the spread with the victory. The combined points for the game were 147, falling short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Lipscomb led 38-32 at halftime and maintained their edge in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Lipscomb put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 56.8% of their two-point attempts and hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-21 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 18 attempts for 83.3%.</p> <p>Joe Anderson contributed 19 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 60.0% from three, while Jacob Ognacevic led the team with 20 points. Corey Tripp was perfect from three, hitting all four of his attempts, and Kyler Filewich added 12 points and a team-high 12 rebounds, along with 5 assists.</p><p>Lipscomb's defense gave up 69 points, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 56% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lipscomb's opponents hit 7 of 21 threes, shooting 33%. They also went 15/18 from the free-throw line, making 83% of their attempts. Lipscomb allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Yellow Jackets game? Catch the action at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA, as the Yellow Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ACC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Georgia Tech as the -16.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 153 points.</p><h3>TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Southern Tigers +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia Tech winning straight-up, we like Texas Southern at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Texas Southern fell to the Bulldogs 92-64 on Sunday, November 10th, in an away game. The Tigers were +17.5 point underdogs going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 156, surpassing the over/under line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 47-29 at halftime, the Tigers scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45 points to Georgia.</p><p>Texas Southern struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and hitting only 1 of 19 three-point attempts for a 5.3% success rate. They did manage to connect on 50% of their two-point shots and hit 78.9% from the free-throw line, going 15 for 19.</p> <p>On the glass, they grabbed 7 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Dakota Leffew led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 10 from beyond the arc, while Silas Demary Jr. contributed 17 points and 6 rebounds. Kenny Hunter was efficient inside, shooting 8 of 12 for 16 points.</p><p>Texas Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 39 times, where they converted 30 of those attempts for 76%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas Southern allowed 12 threes on 34 attempts, a 35% shooting performance. They also gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Yellow Jackets Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Georgia Tech's season is off to a rocky start after a 105-93 loss to North Florida on Sunday. The Yellow Jackets were -14 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 198, surpassing the O/U line of 154.5.</p> <p>Georgia Tech trailed 53-49 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the second half, where they were outscored 52-44.</p><p>Georgia Tech put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 29 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.7%, and they dished out 22 assists.</p> <p>Josh Harris led the way with 22 points on 8 of 10 shooting, while Baye Ndongo added 20 points and 10 rebounds. Jasai Miles and Nate Lliteras each contributed 18 points, with Lliteras hitting 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense struggled, giving up 105 points on 46% shooting from the field. Their opponents hit 37 of 79 shots, including 24 of 50 from two-point range, where they shot 48%.</p> <p>The Yellow Jackets also allowed 13 threes on 29 attempts, with their opponents shooting 44% from beyond the arc. Georgia Tech sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p>

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<p>Game 6 is an elimination game in the series between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Montreal Canadiens. That, in and of itself, was going to happen no matter what if the series went that long. It’s just that the team we expected to be on the brink of elimination is not.</p>



<p>The Montreal Canadiens can go to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 1993 and be the first Canadian team since 2010 to be playing for Lord Stanley’s Cup with a win at the Bell Centre on Thursday night. The Golden Knights need a two-game winning streak to return to the Stanley Cup Finals for the second time in their long franchise history of three years.</p>



<p>Vegas is the -150 favorite at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a> with a total of 5 to extend the series and send it back to Sin City, where the house generally wins. Of course, that wasn’t the case in Game 5 and that’s how we got here.</p>



<h2 id="h-vegas-golden-knights"><strong><u>Vegas Golden Knights</u></strong></h2>



<p>Yet another slow start plagued the Golden Knights in Game 5. The best way to give a team hope is to let them dictate their style and tempo in the first period. Vegas has done that a lot in this series. Sure, after the first period, Vegas was the better team again. But another poor first period hurt the Golden Knights and Montreal took a 1-0 lead into the room after 20 minutes.</p>



<p>This has been an ongoing theme in the series. Montreal held Vegas to zero high-danger scoring chances in regulation in Game 4 and could very well have won the series in Game 5 had Robin Lehner not played as well as he did. The Habs have been easily the better team in the first period in four of the five games of this series and they’ve made it count.</p>



<p>The only good first period for Vegas came in Game 3 at the Bell Centre. They really need another one of those here in Game 6. Ironically, they lost that game in overtime, but it would certainly help to get off to a good start, play from in front, and dictate the game.</p>



<p>In the series, Vegas has a scoring chance advantage of 111-96 at 5-v-5, but Montreal has the high-danger chances advantage at 58-42. The Canadiens have had the better scoring chances. Too many top-six forward for Vegas have had poor series. Mark Stone is at the top of that list. Stone has generated four scoring chances at 5-v-5 in this series. That’s it.</p>



<p>The Knights also haven’t gotten a whole lot of contributions from the blue line. Shea Theodore had a big Game 1, but has been quiet since. Alec Martinez has done nothing at 5-v-5. Alex Pietrangelo was good early in the series, but his play has trailed off. The Knights need to figure something out to get better.</p>



<h2 id="h-montreal-canadiens"><strong><u>Montreal Canadiens</u></strong></h2>



<p>Most of the 5-v-5 goals in the series for the Canadiens have been right in front of the net. They’ve gotten to the high-traffic areas and have paid the physical price it takes in the playoffs to score. They’ve played an unselfish, gritty game. The Golden Knights are trying to make Sportscentre’s Top 10 plays with every tally.</p>



<p>The fact that the Habs are doing this without head coach Dominique Ducharme, who tested positive for COVID when Montreal returned home from Las Vegas, has been even more impressive. Maybe Ducharme’s absence has been something of a rallying cry for the team. Who knows, but they’ve outplayed and largely outcoached Vegas to a degree in this series.</p>



<p>Maybe the series is really easy to figure out. The Canadiens have scored six goals on their high-danger chances and Vegas has scored three. Montreal’s Carey Price has stood tall on Vegas’s top chances and that hasn’t quite been the case for Vegas, specifically, for Marc-Andre Fleury, who was not overly sharp in Game 5, despite getting a blow for Game 4.</p>



<p>Price had a really mediocre regular season, but he has shined in the playoffs with a .933 SV% and a 2.02 GAA. In this series alone, Price has stopped 143 of 154 shots for a .929 SV%.</p>



<p>The Canadiens seem immune to the noise and the pressure. They weren’t supposed to be here after trailing the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 in the first round. All they’ve done since is go 10-2 and be on the brink of making the Stanley Cup Finals.</p>



<h2 id="h-golden-knights-vs-canadiens-free-pick"><strong><u>Golden Knights vs. Canadiens Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>At this point, laying these prices with Vegas seems harder and harder to do. Montreal is being priced like a team that has no business playing in a series with Vegas, yet it is the Canadiens that can finish it off in Game 6. At this point, how could we argue any differently? Maybe Montreal for the first period is a safer play, but the Habs are playing a simplified game and it has been stronger than what we’ve seen from Vegas.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Montreal Canadiens</strong></p>

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<p>The Royals and Runnin' Utes are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Runnin' Utes will host the game at Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, UT. The over/under for this game is set at 157.5 points, and Utah is favored by -22.5 against Queens (NC) in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>QUEENS (NC) ROYALS VS UTAH RUNNIN' UTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Runnin' Utes -22.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jon M. Huntsman Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH RUNNIN' UTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 88-62 in favor of the Runnin' Utes.</li><li>Not only will Utah pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Queens (NC) Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Queens (NC) Royals Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Royals opened their season with a 67-54 win over Western Carolina on Friday, November 8th. Playing at home, Queens entered the game as 4-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Queens led 28-20 at halftime and added 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total points of 121 fell well short of the 160-point over/under line.</p><p>Queens struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.4% from the field and 25.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.1%, and they hit 65.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Asjon Anderson led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Bernard Pelote added 15 points and 16 rebounds, despite shooting just 27.8% from the field.</p><p>Queens (NC) put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 54 points on 31% shooting from the field. The Royals were particularly effective inside, limiting the opposition to 35% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Queens (NC) kept their opponent in check, allowing just 8 made threes on 31 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts for 65%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Runnin' Utes?</h3><p>Utah opened their season with a dominant 98-63 win over Central Arkansas on Thursday. Playing at home, the Utes were -30 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 149.</p> <p>Utah took control early, leading 45-18 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points, though they allowed 45 points to Central Arkansas during that stretch.</p><p>Utah's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 98 points with a balanced attack. They shot 46.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 61.5%. The Utes hit 19 threes on 50 attempts, shooting 38% from deep, and were efficient at the line, making 19 of 23 free throws (82.6%).</p> <p>Gabe Madsen led the way with 25 points in 26 minutes, hitting 6 of 13 from beyond the arc. The Utes dished out 23 assists as a team, with Mike Sharavjamts contributing 8 assists and 8 rebounds. Utah also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up 63 points, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 30 of 65 attempts. Utah struggled to contain them inside, where they shot 73% on two-pointers, making 11 of 15.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah allowed 19 threes on 50 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. The opposing team also capitalized at the free-throw line, going 19 for 23, an 82% success rate. Utah gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Queens (NC) Royals vs Utah Runnin' Utes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

<p>Temple comes in as the slight -2.5 point favorite in this matchup with Florida Atlantic, which is set to kick off at 2:00 ET from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The over/under line is at 50.5 points at this time. The game is being televised on ESPN+, and the money line odds are -144 for Temple and +120 for Florida Atlantic. Both teams are 2-7 for the season.</p><h3>FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Atlantic Owls +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Florida Atlantic Owls winning this one by a score of 31 to 24</li><li>Not only do we have the Florida Atlantic Owls winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Florida Atlantic Owls Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Florida Atlantic enters Week 12 with a 2-7 record, and they are out of bowl eligibility. They are ranked 119th in our CFB power rankings. On the road, the Owls are 0-4, while they have a 1-3 record at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>FAU has been favored in two of their nine games, going 1-1 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin this season is -9.3 points per game, and they are 3-5 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>The Owls’ over/under record is 6-2, with their games averaging 55.1 points. This week’s line is set at 50.5 points, slightly above their average line of 49.2 points.</p><p>Florida Atlantic’s offense has struggled this season, ranking 119th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 12. They are averaging 22.9 points per game, which ranks 75th nationally, and their third-down conversion rate is just 31.9%, placing them 117th in the country. Quarterback Cam Fancher has thrown for 1,528 yards with six touchdowns and six interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 79.</p> <p></p><p>Overall, Florida Atlantic is 91st in passing yards per game, averaging 204 yards. They are 62nd in passing attempts per game and have completed 58.9% of their passes. On the ground, they are 41st in rushing attempts, averaging 168 yards per game. CJ Campbell Jr. leads the team with 540 rushing yards and eight touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Omari Hayes is the top receiver with 498 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's defense has struggled this season, allowing 32.2 points per game. In their recent game against East Carolina, they gave up 49 points, including 583 total yards, with 343 passing yards and five touchdowns through the air.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 220.4 rushing yards per game against FAU, ranking them 167th nationally. Despite these challenges, FAU's defense has held quarterbacks to a 53.6% completion rate, the 13th-lowest in college football.</p><h3>Will The Temple Owls Win At Home Over The Florida Atlantic Owls?</h3><p>Temple enters Week 12 with a 2-7 record, ranked 130th in our power rankings. They are 2-2 at home this season but have gone 0-5 on the road. With no chance of becoming bowl-eligible, Temple looks to finish the season strong against Florida Atlantic.</p> <p></p><p>The Owls have been favored in just one game this season, going 1-0 as the favorite and 1-7 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin is -18 points per game, and they are 4-5 against the spread, including a 3-1 mark at home.</p> <p></p><p>Temple’s over/under record stands at 5-4, with their games averaging 56.4 points. This week’s line is set at 50.5 points, slightly above their average line of 50.2 points for the season.</p><p>Temple’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 19.2 points per game, which ranks 88th nationally. They are 130th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 12. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 36.1%, and their rushing attack has been ineffective, averaging 94.4 yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Evan Simon has thrown for 1,327 yards with a passer rating of 91. He has 13 touchdown passes and six interceptions. Temple ranks 44th in passing attempts and completions per game. Dante Wright leads the team with 517 receiving yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Temple's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 37.2 points per game. In their recent game against Tulane, they gave up 52 points, allowing 589 total yards, including 327 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns.</p> <p>Opponents have averaged 228.1 rushing yards per game against Temple, while the defense has allowed 190.1 passing yards per game, ranking 38th nationally. Quarterbacks have completed 58.7% of their passes against Temple’s defense.</p>

Florida Atlantic Owls vs Temple Owls Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Runnin' Bulldogs and Eagles face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at McDougald-McLendon Arena in Durham, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and North Carolina Central is favored by -4.5 at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at McDougald-McLendon Arena at 1:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina Central winning straight-up, we like Gardner-Webb at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Runnin' Bulldogs?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb fell to the Volunteers 80-64 on Monday, November 4th. The Runnin' Bulldogs were +27 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to keep the final score closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Gardner-Webb trailed 44-32 at halftime and scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 144 went over the pre-game line of 141.5.</p><p>In their last game, Gardner-Webb scored 64 points, shooting 43.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a 56.2% success rate on two-point attempts and just 26.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 23 threes.</p> <p>The Runnin' Bulldogs had 10 offensive rebounds and 8 assists. Darryl Simmons II led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 10 threes, while Chaz Lanier connected on 4 of 6 from deep, finishing with 18 points.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 62% of their two-point attempts, going 20/32 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Gardner-Webb's opponent shot 34%, making 8 of 23 attempts. The Runnin' Bulldogs also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws for a 76% rate. Gardner-Webb gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does North Carolina Central Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>North Carolina Central Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Eagles opened their season with a 75-58 road loss to George Mason on Monday. Entering the game as +15.5 point underdogs, they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 133, just under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>North Carolina Central trailed 32-22 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, where they scored 36 points but allowed 43.</p><p>North Carolina Central struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 28.1% from the field and 23.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 31.6%, and they managed only 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Eagles were strong, hitting 21 of 25 attempts for 84%. Darius Maddox led the team with 17 points, while Josh Smith added 14, both shooting 4 of 11 from the field.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense gave up 75 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 41% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 55% of their shots inside the arc, going 19/34.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Eagles held their opponent to just 2/17 shooting, or 11%. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 41 times, where they converted 31 of those attempts, shooting 75%. North Carolina Central also allowed 18 offensive rebounds.</p>

Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs North Carolina Central Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Longhorns game? Catch the action at Moody Center in Austin, TX, as the Longhorns hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on SEC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 146.5 points, with Texas being favored by -27.5 over Chicago State.</p><h3>CHICAGO STATE COUGARS VS TEXAS LONGHORNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago State Cougars +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Longhorns.</li><li>Even though we have Texas winning straight-up, we like Chicago State at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cougars Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Chicago State fell to Youngstown State 80-60 on Saturday, November 9th. The Cougars, who were +5.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 140, under the O/U line of 151.</p> <p>After trailing 32-29 at halftime, Chicago State struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 31 points while allowing 48.</p><p>Chicago State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 30.6% from the field and 20% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 32.3%, and they managed only 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>Nico Galette led the way with 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. Gabe Dynes also had an efficient night, hitting 5 of 6 shots for 11 points and grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, Chicago State couldn't secure the win, giving up 80 points. They held their opponent to just 30% shooting from the field, with 19 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>Chicago State's defense limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 3/15 (20%) and two-point shooting to 16/47 (34%). They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 19 free throws (73%).</p><h3>Do the Longhorns Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Texas Longhorns Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas opened their season with a 90-59 win over Houston Christian on Friday. The Longhorns were heavy favorites at -33.5, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 149, exactly matching the over/under line.</p> 

<p>After leading 42-35 at halftime, Texas clamped down defensively in the second half, holding the Huskies to just 24 points while scoring 48 themselves.</p><p>Texas put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 58.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 66.1%. They connected on 47.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-21, and shot 63.4% from two-point range.</p> <p>Tre Johnson led the way with 28 points, hitting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. Julian Mackey added 20 points, and Arthur Kaluma contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Despite Texas allowing 59 points, they gave up a high shooting percentage, with their opponent hitting 58% from the field. The Longhorns struggled to contain two-point shots, as the other team connected on 63% of their attempts, going 26/41.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. Texas gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Chicago State Cougars vs Texas Longhorns NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

Another week, another PGA Tour event. With a WGC event on the horizon next week and the Memorial in the rearview mirror, we have a watered-down and weaker field at TPC Twin Cities for the 3M Open. A lot of the players that we would have considered value buys in recent weeks are now priced with salaries that exclude them from the purposes of this article.

We’ll have to dig a little deeper this week to figure out what to do with the 3M Open. This is another course where SG: Approach appears to be one of the most important metrics, but we also only have one year worth of course data because this was an inaugural event last season.

Salaries are from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/draftkings"><strong>DraftKings</strong> </a>as we take a look at the best potential bang for our bucks with some DFS value plays for the 3M Open:

<strong>Ryan Armour ($7,600) – </strong>Ryan Armour returned to the Columbus area and had a disappointing outcome in the Workday Charity Open. Maybe the newfound expectations were too much for the former Buckeye. In any event, Armour, who was not in the Memorial field, can look to get back to his top-10 ways at TPC Twin Cities. Armour was T-6th in the Travelers Championship and T-4th in the Rocket Mortgage Classic, due in large part to his iron play. He had 45 birdies and an eagle to go against 14 bogeys and a double over those events. Armour tied for 42nd here last year, but putted well and fits the course profile nicely. He was sixth at TPC River Highlands, which is a comparable course to this one per DataGolf, and sixth in the Valspar Championship last year at Innisbrook, which is the most comparable course to this one.

<strong>Dylan Frittelli ($7,600) – </strong>Dylan Frittelli hasn’t found much in the form of consistency in his five events since the return, but he did have a top-10 finish at the RBC Heritage and snared a top-25 result last week at the Memorial. Frittelli was among the best in SG: Approach last year in the 3M Open, but really struggled with the putter. He was 13th in SG: Tee-to-Green and fifth in SG: APP, so there is a blueprint here for him to play well, so long as he can get a few putts to fall. Frittelli has been pretty good overall with his iron play since the return. If he can coax his putter to show up, the low-to-medium risk/high-reward strategy we’re looking for in this article could come to fruition.

<strong>Troy Merritt ($7,500) – </strong>We tried with Troy Merritt last week and he came up short. The changes to the course format really hurt him, as he went from T-22nd in the Workday Charity Open to a MC in the Memorial. We’ll go back to the well with Merritt here, though, as he had a strong showing with a top-10 finish here last year. He was one of the best putters in the event, but did a little bit of everything well. Merritt also putted well three weeks ago in the Rocket Mortgage Classic. He was fifth in SG: APP for the Workday Charity Open. One thing has been off each week. We’ll see if he can put the total package together for us this week.

<strong>Denny McCarthy ($7,100) – </strong>Denny McCarthy is back in full swing now after playing all 72 holes at the Memorial. McCarthy shot an opening-round, bogey-free 67 at the Travelers Championship, but then had to withdraw because of a positive COVID-19 test. McCarthy was off to a nice start at TPC River Highlands, which is a comparable course to TPC Twin Cities. Another comparable course is Sea Island for the RSM Classic. He was T-8th there earlier this year. He finished T-23rd at the 3M Open last year. McCarthy was also T-9th last year at the Valspar at Innisbrook. Given the comparable courses to this one, McCarthy may simply fit the course profile pretty well as a long shot guy with a low cost.

<strong>Luke Donald ($6,600) – </strong>Luke Donald didn’t play this event last year, but he did play the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook and he finished tied for ninth. He played really well with his irons and wedges and rolled in a few putts. Per DataGolf, the closest comp to what matters at this course is what matters at Innisbrook. Therefore, Donald looks like a player that should have a little bit of a horse for course skill set. Donald ranks seventh in the Course History Index metric at DataGolf for his 34 career rounds at Innisbrook. We don’t have course data for this event, but Donald did open 69-65 last month at the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands, which is another comparable course to TPC Twin Cities. The bottom of the barrel is thin this week with the light field, but Donald could surprise at a really cheap price.

Golf DFS Picks: The 2020 3M Open

<p>Looking to win big? The Bearkats and Bears face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 148 points, and Baylor is favored by -15 vs. Sam Houston.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS BAYLOR BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +15</p><p>This game will be played at Foster Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Even though we have Baylor winning straight-up, we like Sam Houston at +15.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bearkats Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Sam Houston Bearkats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Sam Houston picked up a decisive 91-62 win over Tarleton State on Saturday, November 9th. The Bearkats, who were -5.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points hit 153, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Sam Houston led 47-34 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 44 points while holding Tarleton State to 28 points.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a field goal percentage of 48.4%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59.7%, thanks largely to their 53.8% shooting from beyond the arc, where they hit 14 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>The Bearkats also dominated the offensive glass, pulling down 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 20 assists. Bubu Benjamin led the way with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Dorian Finister and Lamar Wilkerson each added 15 points, with Wilkerson hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposing team managed to hit 21 of 45 shots, good for 46% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Bearkats limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 12 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. Sam Houston also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 42%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Baylor?</h3><h3>Baylor Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears picked up a 72-67 win over the Razorbacks on Saturday, November 9th. Baylor, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Baylor led 42-33 at halftime but were outscored 34-30 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 139, falling under the O/U line of 155.</p><p>Adou Thiero led the way for Baylor with 24 points on 10-of-15 shooting, including 2-of-4 from three-point range, and added 6 rebounds in their latest game. Boogie Fland contributed 17 points and 7 assists, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, while Jayden Nunn added 16 points, connecting on 4-of-7 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Baylor shot 46.6% from the field, with a 51.7% effective field goal percentage. They hit 58.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from three, shooting just 29.2% (7-of-24). The Bears also made 11-of-17 free throws (64.7%) and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds, finishing with 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Baylor's defensive struggles, they managed to hold the opposing team to 67 points. The Bears allowed their opponents to shoot 46% from the field, including 58% from two-point range, where they hit 20 of 34 attempts.</p> <p>Baylor's defense did a better job on the perimeter, limiting the opposing team to 29% shooting from three-point range, with just 7 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 64%.</p>

Sam Houston Bearkats vs Baylor Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

<p>Chicago and Cleveland are set to face off in an interleague matchup at 6:40 PM ET at Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH. The Guardians are the favorites on the money line, with their odds sitting at -129, while the Cubs are +109 on the money line. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Chicago comes in with a record of 59-61 and is starting Javier Assad, while the Guardians will have Matthew Boyd on the mound. Cleveland is currently on a three-game winning streak and is first in the AL Central, while the Cubs are 3rd in the NL Central. BSGL will be televising Tuesday's game.</p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline -129</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Guardians winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cubs to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Cleveland rallied for four runs in the 4th inning and added three more in the 5th, picking up a 9-8 win over the Cubs in the most recent game of this series. The Guardians had a huge 4th inning, scoring four of their nine runs. As for the Cubs, they scored four of their eight runs in the 7th.</p>

<p>Ben Lively got the start for Cleveland, going just 3 2/3 innings while giving up three runs and striking out one. Nick Sandlin got the win out of the bullpen, and Emmanuel Clase got the save. Shota Imanaga only went five innings for the Cubs, giving up three earned runs on seven hits.</p>

<p>Jhonkensy Noel was the difference for the Guardians, as he homered twice, scored four times, and finished with four RBIs. Steven Kwan also had a two-hit game and scored twice for Cleveland's offense.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>Chicago is two games below .500 at 59-61 as they take on the Guardians today. The Cubs are nine games behind the Brewers in the NL Central, and they are in 3rd place in the division. So far, they have gone just 17-26 in divisional games. The Cubs have won three straight series, and their overall series record is 15-20-3 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Cubs are 32-27 this year, and they are 27-34 on the road. As the underdog, Chicago has gone 32-32 this year, and they have won two straight games as the underdog overall. The Cubs have been the favorite in 56 games, and they are 27-29 in those games.</p><p>The Cubs have been a good bet on the run line this season, with a 58-62 record. They have been especially good on the run line as the underdog, going 43-21. They have a run line win streak as the underdog, covering in two straight games.</p>The Chicago Cubs are on the road against the Cleveland Guardians today, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The Cubs have a combined run average of 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 53-63. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Cubs have a record of 15-13. So far this season, 34 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 28.3% of their games.<p>Chicago is sending right-hander Javier Assad to the mound today as he faces off against the Guardians. Assad has made 21 starts this season and has a record of 5-3 with an ERA of 3.24. So far, he has turned in four quality starts and is averaging 7.89 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Assad finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in four innings of work. Before that, he had gone three straight outings without giving up a home run. One area of concern for Assad is his walk rate, as he is averaging 4.12 walks per nine innings compared to 7.89 strikeouts.</p><p>For the season, the Cubs are averaging 4.3 runs per game, which is 19th in the league. This is a team that has been pretty consistent, as they are averaging 4.4 runs per game on the road and 4.1 runs per game at home. As a team, they are batting .237, which is 18th in the league.</p>

<p>Chicago's top power hitter this season has been Ian Happ, who is 13th in the league with 20 home runs. Happ has also driven in 67 runs, which is the best mark on the team. However, he is batting just .230 for the season. Isaac Paredes is 2nd on the team with 63 RBIs and has 18 homers, but he is also batting just .238. Nico Hoerner comes into the game on a three-game hitting streak and is batting .256 for the season.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland is currently 70-49 overall and leads the AL Central by 3.5 games over the Twins. The Guardians have taken the first game of their series vs. the Cubs and have an overall series record of 22-11-5 this year. At home, the Guardians are 36-20 this year and 34-29 on the road.</p>

<p>The Guardians have won three straight games and are 48-25 as the favorite this year. As the home favorite, they have gone 31-14 this year. So far, they are 21-17 against other teams in the AL Central. Looking back, the Guardians have gone just 3-7 over their last ten games.</p><p>When it comes to run line betting, the Guardians have been a .500 team overall, but they have been better on the road, covering the run line in 33 of 63 games. They have also been better as an underdog, covering the run line in 27 of 46 games. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.3, while it is -3.2 in losing games.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians are home today and are set to face the Chicago Cubs. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is just below their combined run average of 8.6 runs per game. The Guardians have a 58-53 over/under record on the season, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, they are 17-15. Overall, 20.2% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Matthew Boyd is coming off a season in which he made 15 starts and went 5-5. His ERA for the season was 5.45, and he finished the year with three quality starts. Boyd's FIP for the season was 4.35, and he averaged 9.25 strikeouts per nine innings. His WHIP for the season was 1.32, and he finished the year with a batting average allowed of .245. Boyd's slugging percentage allowed was .415, and he finished the year with an OPS allowed of .726. For the season, Boyd allowed a total of 11 home runs.</p><p>For the season, the Guardians are averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 13th in the league. At home, they have been even better, averaging 4.9 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .241, which is 15th in the MLB, and are 11th in home runs. Cleveland is also one of the best teams in the league at avoiding strikeouts.</p>

<p>Jose Ramirez has been red hot of late, going 14/41 in his last 10 games with three homers. For the season, he is batting .282 and is 2nd in the league with 97 RBIs. Josh Naylor has also been swinging the bat well, going deep three times in his last 10 games, while batting .237.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 8/13/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vikings versus the Toreros? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego, CA. The odds for this non-conference game currently have San Diego as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 153 points.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS SAN DIEGO TOREROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jenny Craig Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Vikings?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State fell 100-92 to Washington State on Monday, November 4th, in an away game. Despite being +14.5 point underdogs, the Vikings kept it closer than expected. The game’s total points reached 192, surpassing the over/under line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-38 at halftime, Portland State scored 54 points in the 2nd half, but they also allowed 54 points, preventing a comeback.</p><p>Portland State's offense put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field and 44.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 27 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.4%, and they connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 14 for 21.</p> <p>Cedric Coward led the way with 23 points and 12 rebounds, while Isaiah Watts and Terri Miller Jr. each added 20 points, with Watts hitting 4 of 5 threes. Ethan Price and Isaiah Johnson were perfect from deep, with Price going 3 for 3 and Johnson 1 for 1.</p><p>Portland State's defense struggled, giving up 100 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. The Vikings couldn't contain the two-point game, with their opponent hitting 60% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Portland State allowed 15 threes on 46% shooting. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 25 free throws at a 78% rate. The Vikings gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Toreros Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>San Diego Toreros Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>San Diego opened their season with a 74-60 win over Boston on Friday. Playing at home, the Toreros entered as 2-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>San Diego led 34-30 at halftime and outscored Boston 40-30 in the second half. The game’s total points were 134, falling under the 145-point O/U line.</p><p>San Diego put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55%. They hit 35.7% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 28 attempts, while shooting 56.2% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Kjay Bradley Jr. led the way with 28 points and 7 assists, hitting 4 of 10 from deep and shooting 55.6% overall. Santiago Trouet added 11 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field.</p><p>San Diego's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 56% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 10 of 28 threes, shooting 35%. San Diego also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 66%. The Toreros gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Portland State Vikings vs San Diego Toreros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

<p>Many Nationals fans that stayed up late to watch Wednesday night’s game were pleading with Washington to “save some for tomorrow”. The Nationals scored 15 runs and jumped all over San Diego starter Chris Paddack in the 15-5 victory. There is a good chance that they will not be scoring 15 runs tonight.</p>



<p>The Nationals will take on Yu Darvish this evening and are a sizable underdog with money pouring in on the Padres. It is an interesting line move because we’ve seen a lot of love for Max Scherzer in recent starts, but the future Hall of Famer is not getting the market love this evening. San Diego is priced in the -150 range at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/"><strong>BetUS Sportsbook</strong></a> with a total of 7 at Petco Park in tonight’s spotlight pitching matchup.</p>



<h2 id="h-washington-nationals"><strong><u>Washington Nationals</u></strong></h2>



<p>The overall offensive numbers for the Nationals seem to be getting better by the day. Washington is up to 11th in wOBA at .319 and sits there with a 99 wRC+, so just one point below league average. Over the last 14 days, though, the Nationals sport the sixth-highest wOBA and a 122 wRC+. They can thank Kyle Schwarber for that, as he’s been on a torrid pace for about three weeks now.</p>



<p>With a win tonight, the Nationals could climb to .500, which many consider to be the first step in making a push up the standings. Washington has been something of a hot commodity in the division futures markets as well with this recent impressive run and with a Mets team that looks rather weak atop the division.</p>



<p>There are some injuries in the bullpen that are a major concern for Washington, but it is a nice luxury to have a guy like Max Scherzer that is plenty capable of working deep into games. Scherzer will make his 17th start tonight and has a 2.10 ERA with a 3.10 FIP in his 94.1 innings of work.</p>



<p>Scherzer allowed four runs in his first start of the season against the Braves, which was pushed back a few days due to COVID cases with the Nationals. He allowed seven runs over five innings against the Blue Jays on April 27. Since that start, Scherzer has only allowed 12 runs in 11 starts over 64.1 innings of work. That includes a quick stint on the IL for a groin problem.</p>



<p>Since returning, Scherzer has allowed three runs on 11 hits in 17 innings with 23 strikeouts against six walks.</p>



<h2 id="h-san-diego-padres"><strong><u>San Diego Padres</u></strong></h2>



<p>The Padres offense is 12th in wOBA, so just one spot behind Washington, but the park factor adjustments in the wRC+ department have the Friars with a 102 mark in that department. That puts them slightly above league average on the offensive side, which is actually a bit disappointing given all of the contact quality we’ve seen from San Diego this season.</p>



<p>San Diego has ranked near the top of the league in Hard Hit% most of the season. They haven’t been able to maximize it completely to this point, but it does appear that things are improving for the better. San Diego is second in wOBA and tied for second in wRC+ over the last 14 days offensively with a lot more power and a big decrease in K%.</p>



<p>Yu Darvish is a guy under the microscope right now because of his spin rates and the substance crackdown. Darvish has seen big spikes in his spin rates over the last three seasons. He has a 2.65 ERA with a 3.20 FIP for the season, but has a 3.57 ERA with a 3.66 FIP in his last six starts. Those are still very good numbers, but Darvish has allowed four runs twice in starts, something we didn’t see prior to the crackdown with the exception of Opening Day.</p>



<p>Darvish has allowed five runs once and four runs three times, with three of those four starts on the road, including one against Houston and one in Colorado. The spin rate narrative may be a little bit overblown for him and it certainly hasn’t bothered bettors, who are siding up with the Padres in tonight’s game.</p>



<h2 id="h-nationals-vs-padres-free-pick"><strong><u>Nationals vs. Padres Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>It is always such an interesting handicap when elite starting pitchers go head-to-head. We did see an opening total of 6.5 in this game and now we’re up to 7 in the market. I disagree with the move up on the total. While both offenses have been doing better of late, great pitching can trump great hitting and we have two great pitchers in this one.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Under 7</strong></p>

Nationals vs. Padres Free Pick & Betting Preview 07/08/21

<p>Betting on today's Quakers and Leopards game? Catch the action at Kirby Sports Center in Easton, PA, as the Leopards hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn is the -1 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Lafayette. The over/under for the game is set at 140.5 points.</p><h3>PENN QUAKERS VS LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lafayette Leopards +1</p><p>This game will be played at Kirby Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Leopards.</li><li>Not only will Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Penn Shock Everyone at Kirby Sports Center?</h3><p>The Quakers opened their season with an 87-84 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Thursday. Playing at home, Penn entered the game as -19 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 171, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Penn led 34-31 at halftime and both teams scored 53 points in the second half.</p><p>The Quakers put up 87 points in their latest game, shooting 43.1% from the field and 35.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.4%, and they connected on 75.8% of their free throws, going 25-for-33 from the line. They also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 5-for-10 from three. Christopher Flippin was efficient, hitting 9 of 11 shots for 20 points and pulling down 13 boards. Ketron Shaw added 24 points and 5 assists, despite shooting just 31.8% from the field.</p><p>Despite Penn's defense allowing 84 points, they held their opponent to 43% shooting from the field. The Quakers gave up 54% shooting on two-pointers, with their opponent hitting 13 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Penn's defense allowed 12 threes on 34 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. Their opponent also went to the line 33 times, making 25 free throws for 75%. Penn allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Lafayette Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Lafayette Leopards Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Leopards dropped their season opener on Saturday, falling 81-60 to La Salle on the road. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, Lafayette not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-28 at halftime, the Leopards showed some improvement in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 141 exceeded the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Lafayette struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and 30% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they hit only 7 of 15 free throws (46.7%).</p> <p>Andrés Marrero led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 9 from deep. Devin Hines added 17 points in 17 minutes, while Jahlil White contributed 16 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 6 of 7 from the floor.</p><p>Despite Lafayette's defensive efforts, they gave up 81 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 44% from the field. The Leopards allowed 48% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent making 20 of 41 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lafayette's defense saw their opponent hit 7 of 20 three-point attempts, good for 35%. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 76%. The Leopards gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Penn Quakers vs Lafayette Leopards NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Redbirds and Bobcats face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bobcats are hosting the game at CEFCU Arena in Normal, IL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Ohio as the -3 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS OHIO BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio Bobcats -3</p><p>This game will be played at CEFCU Arena at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Not only will Ohio pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Illinois State Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Illinois State opened their season with a 77-68 road win over North Dakota State on Thursday. The Redbirds, who were +4 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Illinois State led 42-31 at halftime and scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game reached 145, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Illinois State put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, and they hit 92.9% of their free throws, going 13-for-14 from the line.</p> <p>Jacari White led the way with 27 points in 24 minutes, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range (4/6). Johnny Kinziger added 20 points, hitting 2 of 3 from deep, while Ty Pence contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor.</p><p>Illinois State held their opponent to 68 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 40% shooting from the field. The Redbirds gave up 27 field goals on 66 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's defense allowed 11 threes on 39 attempts, a 28% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 6 times, where they made 3 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Bobcats Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Ohio Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Ohio picked up an 82-76 win over UNC Asheville on Saturday, November 9th. The Bobcats were at home and entered the game as -9.5 point favorites.</p> 

<p>Ohio led 42-34 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 42 points after the break. The total points for the game were 158, just over the O/U line of 157.5.</p><p>Ohio's offense put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.8%. They connected on 8 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from deep, while hitting 77.4% of their free throws, going 24 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Fletcher Abee and Josh Banks both hit 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from beyond the arc, and finishing with 20 points each. Abee shot 42.9% overall, while Banks hit 50% of his shots and grabbed 7 rebounds.</p><p>Ohio's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, where the other team went 17/32.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's opponents hit 8 of 24 threes, good for 33%. They also sent them to the line 31 times, where they made 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Ohio gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Ohio Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

The Columbus Blue Jackets certainly earned their trip to the first round of the 2020 NHL Playoffs. Their prize for advancing past the quasi-home team Toronto Maple Leafs is a rematch with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Blue Jackets had never won a playoff series until they stared down the top seed in the Eastern Conference and swept the Lightning last season. We’ll see if the Bolts can get revenge.
<h3><strong><u>Series Schedule</u></strong></h3>
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 3 p.m.: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

Thursday, Aug. 13, 3 p.m.: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m.: Lightning @ Blue Jackets

Monday, Aug. 17, 3 p.m.: Lightning @ Blue Jackets

*Wednesday, Aug. 19, TBD: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

*Friday, Aug. 21, TBD: Lightning @ Blue Jackets

*Saturday, Aug. 22, TBD: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

The Blue Jackets really drew the short straw here. After playing that decisive fifth game against the Maple Leafs, they play the early game on August 11 to kick off the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. All games will obviously be played in Toronto, but you notice three early start times in the series from the games that have already been set in stone. The NHL is putting larger markets in primetime.
<h3><strong><u>Series Odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline">BetOnline Sportsbook</a></u></strong></h3>
Columbus Blue Jackets +195

Tampa Bay Lightning -220
<h3><strong><u>Columbus</u></strong><strong><u> Blue Jackets</u></strong></h3>
The Blue Jackets certainly faced some adversity in their series against the Maple Leafs. They lost Zach Werenski for the bulk of the third period when they collapsed in Game 4 and didn’t have him in overtime. Head coach John Tortorella pulled Joonas Korpisalo in Game 3 when his team trailed 3-0 in hopes of sparking a comeback. Whether or not that was the reason or not, the Blue Jackets scored four straight to take a 2-1 series lead.

Their defense pairings were shuffled around because of injury in-game and before the game and they even dressed seven defensemen in Game 5. There was a lot happening for Columbus.

Some would say that Toronto was the better team in the series and that Korpisalo and Elvis Merzlikins stole the series. That would be at least partially true, but the Blue Jackets got some excellent play from Pierre-Luc Dubois, who had the first playoff hat trick in franchise history in Game 3, and also Liam Foudy, who scored his first NHL goal in Game 5.

The Maple Leafs had more high-danger scoring chances in the series. In fact, their 48 tied the Oilers, who played the defenseless Blackhawks. Columbus just got excellent goaltending. Between Korpisalo and Merzlikins, the Jackets stopped 93.94% of those high-danger chances. Only Vancouver had a better mark in the Qualifying Round and they, too, advanced.

That was just the way that the Jackets won games during the regular season. They allowed the sixth-fewest 5-v-5 goals in the league and were in the top 10 in high-danger save percentage. Columbus doesn’t shine in most statistical categories. This is a team that works hard and has an excellent shutdown pairing in Seth Jones and Zach Werenski, but they just have a high degree of work ethic and an opportunistic enough offense.
<h3><strong><u>Tampa</u></strong><strong><u> Bay</u></strong><strong><u> Lightning</u></strong></h3>
Which is the opposite of the Tampa Bay Lightning. That isn’t to say that the Lightning don’t work hard, but they shine in a lot of categories. They were tied for the league lead in 5-v-5 goals during the regular season with 162. They were +40 in that department. Columbus, on the other hand, was +3. The teams allowed the same number of 5-v-5 goals.

While Columbus had the third-fewest high-danger scoring chances, Tampa Bay ranked 15th out of the 31 teams. Tampa Bay also had 49 power play goals to 31 for the Blue Jackets.

Andrei Vasilevskiy played very well during the regular season for the Lightning. He had a 2.56 GAA and a .917 SV%. He had a 12.13 GSAA, which stands for goals saved above average. It is hard to evaluate the teams from Round Robin play because some teams cared and others didn’t. Vasilevskiy played very well in the games against Washington and Boston and then allowed three goals in the final game that gave the Flyers the first spot in the conference.

One big storyline for this series will be the health of Victor Hedman. Hedman is questionable for Game 1 on Tuesday and his prognosis for the series is up in the air. He had 55 points in 66 games and is the facilitator for the offense on the power play, where he had 18 assists. Only Nikita Kucherov, the team’s leading scorer with 85 points in 68 games, had more with 21.

Hedman’s presence, coupled with Tampa Bay’s strength down the middle of the ice, is a big key for this series because Columbus relentlessly forechecks. They fill talent gaps by outworking the opposition. Tampa Bay wants to play more of a skill and transition game. When the two teams played last year, Sergei Bobrovsky played well for the Jackets, but they deftly took away that transition game. Tampa Bay couldn’t adjust fast enough and the Jackets went on to win.
<h3><strong><u>Series Prediction</u></strong></h3>
Tampa Bay in 6.

A theme of each and every first-round series is how fast the team that was in the Round Robin can adjust to the sense of urgency that the lower seed will play with in the early games. I think that could hurt Tampa Bay a little bit at the outset here, especially because Columbus found some things that worked in games that really mattered.

Ultimately, while Korpisalo and Merzlikins played very well against the Maple Leafs, Toronto has deficiencies. They are not as good in their own zone as Tampa Bay and the loss of Jake Muzzin was a tough blow. Tampa Bay is just as quick upfront, but with more lineup depth. There are only so many minutes Jones and Werenski can play. Andrei Vasilevskiy is an upgrade to Frederik Andersen.

Columbus caught Tampa Bay off-guard last postseason. I don’t think happens again.
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