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<p>The Redbirds and Cowboys are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN. The Cowboys will host the game at Sports and Fitness Center in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands. The over/under for this game is set at 137 points, and McNeese State is favored by -10.5 against Illinois State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sports and Fitness Center at 3:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Illinois State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Redbirds Grab a Win in Saint Thomas?</h3><p>Illinois State picked up an 85-75 road win over Ohio on Tuesday, November 12th. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, the Redbirds not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Illinois State led 40-37 at halftime and outscored Ohio 45-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p><p>Illinois State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 61.2%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71.4%, thanks in part to their 52.6% shooting from beyond the arc (10/19) and 66.7% shooting inside the arc (20/30). They also knocked down 93.8% of their free throws, going 15/16 from the line.</p> <p>Dalton Banks led the way with 23 points, shooting 57.1% from the field, while AJ Brown added 20 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Caden Boser was perfect from the field, going 6/6 overall and 4/4 from three in just 17 minutes of action. The Redbirds finished with 14 assists and 5 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's defense conceded 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Can the Cowboys Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State picked up a 68-61 win over North Texas on Monday, November 18th. The Cowboys were at home and entered the game as -3.5 point favorites, covering the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>McNeese State led 32-19 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 129, just over the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>McNeese State managed 68 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.8%, with a strong 57.7% from two-point range, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 23.5% on 4-of-17 shooting.</p> <p>The Cowboys made 26 of 39 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Sincere Parker led the team with 18 points, despite shooting 1-of-6 from three-point range. Quadir Copeland was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3 and finishing with 11 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Even with McNeese State sending them to the line 39 times, the Cowboys couldn’t capitalize, hitting just 26 free throws for a 66% rate. From the field, they shot 44%, making 19 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>McNeese State struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on only 4 of 17 three-point attempts for 23%. They were more effective inside, shooting 57% on two-point attempts, going 15 for 26.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the Miami Heat (6-7) will host the Dallas Mavericks (9-7) in a non-conference matchup. Miami is currently favored by 3 points and has a moneyline of -146. The over/under line for this game is 221.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are currently in the playoff picture in their respective conferences. The Mavericks are 9th in the West, while the Heat are 6th in the East. Dallas has won 4 straight games coming into this one.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -3</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 146-108 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 9-7 on the season after a 123-120 win over the Nuggets on Friday. Dallas, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total score of 243 points went over the pre-game O/U line of 229.</p> <p>Dallas took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Denver 40-22, but the Nuggets responded with a 13-0 run, narrowing the gap from 81-64 to 81-77. Heading into the 4th with a 95-89 lead, the Mavericks held on despite being outscored 31-28 in the final period.</p><p>Naji Marshall's 26 points on 73.3% shooting, including 3 threes at 75%, led the Mavericks to a win over the Nuggets. P.J. Washington added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving contributed 19 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the field.</p> <p>Dallas shot 50.5% overall, hitting 10 threes at a 37% clip. Marshall scored 10 points in the 2nd quarter, while Irving added 13 of his 19 in the same period. Washington finished strong with 9 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks had their best quarter in the 2nd, holding the Nuggets to 22 points, but struggled in the 3rd, giving up 36. Overall, they allowed 120 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Dallas sent Denver to the line 29 times, where they made 19 free throws. The Mavericks also gave up 15 threes on 51% shooting. They finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Heat Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Miami moved to 6-7 on the season with a 106-89 win over the 76ers on Monday. The Heat, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 195 points fell well short of the 212.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-25 after the 1st quarter, Miami turned things around by winning the 2nd quarter 28-23. A key 11-0 run broke a 62-62 tie, and they dominated the 3rd quarter 35-16 before edging out the 76ers 18-17 in the 4th.</p><p>Jimmy Butler's 30-point, 10-rebound performance on 66.7% shooting led the Heat to a win over the 76ers, despite the team's overall shooting struggles. Miami shot just 41.4% from the field and 29.5% from three-point range, hitting 13 threes in the game.</p> <p>Tyler Herro added 18 points, with 16 coming in the 3rd quarter, while Duncan Robinson contributed 13 points, 8 of which also came in the 3rd. Butler scored 11 points in the 1st quarter and added 8 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Heat's defense locked down the 76ers after the 1st quarter, allowing just 56 points over the final three quarters in their 106-89 win. Miami gave up 33 points in the 1st but tightened up, allowing 23 in the 2nd, 16 in the 3rd, and 17 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Heat held the 76ers to 41% shooting, including just 24% from three-point range, with Philadelphia hitting only 10 threes. Miami also sent the 76ers to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws. The Heat dominated the boards, giving up just 2 offensive rebounds, while also recording 10 steals.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>The Blue Raiders and Braves are set to face off at 5:30 ET on ESPN. The Braves will host the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 146.5 points, with Bradley being favored by -5.5 over Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bradley Braves -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 5:30 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BRADLEY BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Bradley pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Blue Raiders Secure a Win at Conway?</h3><p>Middle Tennessee picked up a 95-88 road win over South Florida on Friday, November 22nd. The Blue Raiders, who entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Middle Tennessee took control early, leading 51-33 at halftime. However, they allowed 55 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the pre-game O/U line of 145.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a 57.6% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.8%, thanks in part to their 52.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Jestin Porter led the way with 26 points, shooting 75.0% overall and 66.7% from three-point range. Jamille Reynolds was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots and finishing with 17 points in just 22 minutes of action.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Blue Raiders allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 17/27.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Middle Tennessee's opponent shot 38%, making 10 of 26 three-point tries. The Blue Raiders also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 24 free throws for 88%.</p><h3>Do the Braves Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley picked up a 77-74 road win over Wright State on Friday, November 22nd. The Braves were -6 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 151, exceeding the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Bradley turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 42 points while holding Wright State to 37 points.</p><p>In their latest game, the Bradley Braves put up 77 points, shooting 52.7% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.8%, with a strong 58.8% shooting on two-point attempts. They also connected on 10 of 15 free throws, hitting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>Brandon Noel led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range and shooting 62.5% overall. Zek Montgomery also knocked down 3 of 4 from deep, finishing with 19 points. Darius Hannah and Ahmet Jonovic were both efficient inside, each going 5 for 6 from the field and grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Bradley’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley’s defense allowed 9 threes on 19 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws (73%). Bradley gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Beacons game? Catch the action at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN, as the Beacons hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Valparaiso as the -6.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Eastern Illinois Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Eastern Illinois Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Panthers fell 78-69 to DePaul on Tuesday, November 19th. Despite being heavy +18.5 point underdogs, Eastern Illinois kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-25 at halftime, the Panthers scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p><p>Eastern Illinois put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 46.7% of their threes (7/15). At the free-throw line, they excelled, making 16 of 17 attempts for a 94.1% success rate.</p> <p>Kooper Jacobi led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 56.2% overall and 40% from three. Jacob Meyer added 16 points, connecting on 5 threes at a 45.5% rate. David Skogman was efficient, hitting 66.7% from the field and 60% from three, finishing with 11 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Illinois gave up 78 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 15 threes on 39 attempts, a 38% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Eastern Illinois’ opponents hit 17 of 23 attempts, shooting 73%. The Panthers also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Beacons Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Valparaiso picked up a 77-64 win over Lindenwood on Thursday, November 21st. The Beacons were at home and entered the game as -9.5 favorites.</p> 

<p>Valparaiso led 39-32 at halftime and maintained their lead by scoring 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The combined points of 141 fell just short of the 145 O/U line.</p><p>Valparaiso put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, with a strong 54.1% shooting on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they hit 86.4%, going 19-of-22.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the way with 22 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Markeith Browning II added 20 points, hitting 2-of-4 from deep, while Jadis Jones contributed 17 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense gave up 64 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 54% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Valparaiso's defense held the opposition to 30% shooting, as they made 6 of 20 attempts. The Beacons also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 86%.</p>

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Valparaiso Beacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

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<p>The Nebraska Cornhuskers and Illinois Fighting Illini open up the college football season with an early afternoon showdown in the Big10 on Saturday afternoon. Illinois is coming off a disappointing season, going 2-6 in the conference, losing their last three games of the season. Nebraska did not fare much better, going 3-5.</p>



<p>Nebraska comes in as the <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/football/">favorite at -7 (-108)</a> with Illinois at +7 (-112). Illinois defeated Nebraska the last time these two teams met, winning 41-23 on November 21, 2020. However, the Cornhuskers are 6-2 in the last eight meetings.</p>



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<p>The Cornhuskers enter with an impressive ground attack that should help them dominate this game. Quarterback Adrian Martinez is not a dynamic QB who will lead this team to numerous victory, but they do have a solid ground game and an exceptional offensive line that should be very difficult for Illinois to try to stop.</p>



<p>That better be the case for Nebraska, as coach Scott Frost is on the hot seat after going 12-20 through his first three seasons in Lincoln. He will need to get this team back to elite status if he is going to be on the sidelines in Lincoln in 2022.</p>



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<p>The Cornhuskers could be missing Markese Stepp who transferred from USC. He was expected to be a big addition, but a toe injury suffered in fall Has not healed properly.</p>



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<p>In last season’s victory over Nebraska, the Fighting Illini road the legs of two running backs who each gained over 100 yards in the contest. Both of those backs return, which should give Illinois a solid ground attack to go along with the play of Brandon Peters. Peters also shined in last season’s contest, completing 72% of his passes for 205 yards and a TD. The offense should star in this game.</p>



<p>Head Coach Lovie Smith is gone, with Bret Bielema taking the reins. Smith never was able to get the Illini to live up to expectations, and so it will be up to Bielema to try to turn this program around. That is a tall order in a division that boasts Wisconsin and Iowa.</p>



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<p>Illinois enters this contest healthy, which is good news for a struggling defense. There is not a lot of talent to slow down this Nebraska running attack, so it is going to be up to the offense to keep this team in the game.</p>



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<p>No one understands the pressure he is under better than Scott Frost. This is the kind of game he simply has to win if he is going to keep his job, and a loss this early in the season is going to have fans clamoring for him to be let go.</p>



<p>Illinois should have some success moving the ball, but they have no defense. They will not be able to do anything against that Nebraska offensive line, which is going to be the difference in this game.</p>





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<h2><strong> Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Total Pick</strong></h2>



<p>Points have not been an issue when these teams have met recently. In the last three meetings the teams have combined to score at least 64 points in each of those contests, including 89 scored back in 2018. There may not be as much offensive firepower in this contest, as they are playing each other earlier than in any of the previous eight meetings, but the offenses should still be able to put up some points. Neither defense is very good, so the offenses should have their way. Look for at least 60 to be scored in this game.</p>





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Nebraska vs. Illinois Odds, Pick, Prediction 8/28/21

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Rams face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams are hosting the game at Ryan Center in Kingston, RI. The over/under for this game is set at 158.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Charleston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>CHARLESTON COUGARS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at Ryan Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Cougars Chances in Kingston</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston picked up a 76-61 road win over The Citadel on Wednesday, November 20th. The Cougars were -12 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the 15-point victory.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 41-27 at halftime, but the 2nd half was more even, with Charleston scoring 35 points and allowing 34. The game’s total points were 137, falling short of the O/U line of 145.</p><p>Charleston's offense was fueled by their inside game, shooting 70.3% on two-pointers in their last outing. They finished with a 55.6% field goal percentage overall, despite hitting just 4 of 17 from deep (23.5%).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic was a force, scoring 22 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, shooting 10 of 12 from the field. Lazar Djokovic added 20 points, hitting 8 of 10 shots, while Keynan Davis and Brody Fox each contributed 17 points.</p><p>Charleston's defense was solid, holding their opponent to 61 points on 39% shooting from the field. They gave up 15 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 57% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston allowed 9 threes on 35 attempts, with their opponent shooting 25% from deep. They also sent them to the line 7 times, where they hit 4 free throws, a 57% rate. Charleston conceded 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rams Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rhode Island picked up a win on Wednesday, November 20th, as they defeated Lafayette 86-72 at home. The Rams entered the game as -15.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 147.</p> 

<p>Rhode Island led 40-27 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 45 points after the break, which kept the game closer than expected.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.4%, with a strong 69.4% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from three, hitting just 4 of 20 attempts (20%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60%, making 24 of 40 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists, with Sebastian Thomas contributing 23 points and 9 assists, while David Green added 17 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They particularly had trouble defending inside, where the opposing team hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 25/36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rhode Island held their opponent to just 20% shooting, with only 4 made threes on 20 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 40 times, where they converted 24 of those attempts for 60%.</p>

Charleston Cougars vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>The Scarlet Knights and Owls are set to face off at 1:00 ET on CBSS. The Owls will host the game at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA. Rutgers is favored by -12 in this non-conference contest against Kennesaw State. The game's over/under currently sits at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +12</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Scarlet Knights?</h3><p>Rutgers improved to 3-0 on the season with a 74-63 win over Merrimack on Wednesday. The Scarlet Knights were -19.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 137, just over the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>Rutgers led 37-30 at halftime and matched that output in the 2nd half, scoring another 37 points while allowing 33. While they got the win, the Scarlet Knights will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Rutgers put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc (7/17). Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a two-point shooting mark of 41.9% (18/43). At the free-throw line, they connected on 73.9% of their attempts (17/23).</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 9 of 15 shots, including 2 of 4 from three. Adam Clark added 22 points and 6 assists, shooting 10 of 19 from the field. Dylan Harper contributed 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p><p>Defensively, Rutgers held their opponent to 63 points on 41% shooting from the field, with 25 made baskets out of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point field goals on 43 attempts, which is also 41% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rutgers gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from deep. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 attempts, good for 73%. Rutgers allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Kennesaw State?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Owls picked up a 84-78 home win over Abilene Christian on Wednesday, November 20th. Kennesaw State entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 162, surpassing the O/U line of 157.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-40 at halftime, the Owls tightened up defensively, allowing just 36 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 themselves.</p><p>Kennesaw State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 53.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 63.4%. They shot 60% from two-point range and 43.8% from beyond the arc, while also hitting 80.5% of their free throws, going 33-for-41 from the line.</p> <p>Simeon Cottle led the way with 22 points and 4 assists, despite shooting just 38.5% from the field. Quion Williams added 19 points and 6 rebounds, while Leonardo Bettiol contributed 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting. Jamil Miller was highly efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots for 17 points and grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Kennesaw State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Owls allowed 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's opponent hit 7 of 16 three-point attempts, shooting 43%. The Owls also sent them to the free-throw line 41 times, where they converted 33 free throws, an 80% success rate.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Kennesaw State Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Badgers? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV. Pittsburgh is the -2 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Wisconsin. The over/under for the game is set at 148 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PANTHERS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wisconsin Badgers +2</p><p>This game will be played at The Greenbrier at 5:30 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WISCONSIN BADGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Badgers.</li><li>Not only will Wisconsin pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Pittsburgh improved to 4-0 on the season with a 74-63 road win over LSU on Friday, November 22nd. The Panthers were -7.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 137, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>After trailing 28-27 at halftime, Pittsburgh turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while holding LSU to 35. The Panthers’ strong 2nd half performance was key to the win.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 86.4% of their attempts, and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 57.1% from three. Ishmael Leggett added 21 points, while Cameron Corhen and Jalen Reed each contributed 14 points, with Corhen shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>Pittsburgh's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 37% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (17/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh limited their opponent to 5/21 shooting, or 23%. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 14 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Will Wisconsin Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Wisconsin Badgers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wisconsin picked up an 86-70 win over UCF on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game where they were favored by 5 points. The Badgers covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 156 went over the O/U line of 147.</p> 

<p>Wisconsin took control early, leading 46-31 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they scored 40 points while allowing 39, maintaining their lead and securing the win.</p><p>Wisconsin put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 62.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 32.3% of their threes (10/31). At the free-throw line, they made 75%, going 12/16.</p> <p>The Badgers dished out 21 assists, with John Blackwell leading the way with 17 points on 6/10 shooting, including 2/4 from three. Kamari McGee was efficient, hitting 5/6 overall and 3/4 from deep, finishing with 14 points in 19 minutes. Nolan Winter contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 5/8 from the field.</p><p>Wisconsin's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled, with opponents hitting 62% of their two-point attempts, going 22/35.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wisconsin's defense held the other team to 32% shooting, as they made 10 of their 31 attempts. The Badgers also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12, shooting 75%. Wisconsin allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Pittsburgh Panthers vs Wisconsin Badgers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bears and Panthers face off at 5:00 ET on FloC. The Panthers are hosting the game at John Gray Gymnasium in George Town, Cayman Islands. The odds for this non-conference game currently have High Point as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 143.5 points.</p><h3>MISSOURI STATE BEARS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: High Point Panthers -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Gray Gymnasium at 5:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HIGH POINT PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will High Point pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Missouri State picked up a 78-68 win over UT Arlington on Tuesday, November 19th. The Bears, who were +1 underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 146, just under the O/U line of 151.</p> <p>After trailing 37-34 at halftime, Missouri State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Mavericks 44-31.</p><p>Missouri State's offense put up 78 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.6% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, but they made up for it by hitting 85.3% of their free throws, going 29-for-34 from the line.</p> <p>Jaxon Ellingsworth led the way with 19 points, while Zaxton King added 18. Jalen Hampton was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots and grabbing 12 rebounds. The Bears also pulled down 13 offensive boards and finished with just 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Missouri State's defense held their opponent to 68 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (22/57). They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 42 attempts (40%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 33%, making 5 of 15 three-point attempts. Missouri State also sent them to the line 34 times, where they hit 29 free throws (85%). The Bears gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will High Point Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>High Point Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>High Point picked up an 80-73 win over American on Monday, November 18th. The Panthers were at home and entered the game as -14 point favorites.</p> 

<p>High Point led 39-29 at halftime, but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The Panthers didn’t cover the spread, and the total points of 153 went over the O/U line of 137.</p><p>High Point's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 56.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They connected on 62.2% of their two-point attempts and hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-14 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they converted 76.2%, hitting 16 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Abdoulaye Thiam led the way with 22 points on 9-of-10 shooting, while D'Maurian Williams added 21 points, hitting 3-of-4 from deep. Elijah Stephens also had a strong performance, scoring 19 points on 9-of-11 shooting. Geoff Sprouse contributed 16 points, knocking down 4-of-7 from three-point range.</p><p>High Point's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, High Point's opponent hit 6 of 14 threes, shooting 42%. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, a 76% rate. High Point gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Missouri State Bears vs High Point Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Lakers and Falcons game? Catch the action at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, CO, as the Falcons hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on MWN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 129 points, and Air Force is favored by -10 vs. Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS AIR FORCE FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Air Force Falcons -10</p><p>This game will be played at Clune Arena at 4:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AIR FORCE FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-60 in favor of the Falcons.</li><li>Not only will Air Force pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Mercyhurst Pull Off A Win at Clune Arena?</h3><p>Mercyhurst fell to Columbia 77-63 on Saturday, November 16th, in an away game. The Lakers, who were +15 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread despite the loss.</p> <p>Trailing 43-36 at halftime, Mercyhurst scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The total points for the game were 140, just under the O/U line of 145.</p><p>Mercyhurst put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49%, and they connected on 72.2% of their free throws, going 13-for-18 from the line.</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the Lakers with 21 points, hitting 5 of 9 from deep and shooting 50% overall. Aidan Reichert also shot 50%, contributing 19 points, while Jake Lemelman added 13 points, making 3 of 4 threes and shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Lakers gave up 21 two-point baskets on 58% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lakers allowed 9 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the line 13 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Falcons Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Air Force fell 78-69 to California on Thursday, November 21st. The Falcons, who were +15.5 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-27 at halftime, Air Force put up 42 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The total points for the game reached 147, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Air Force's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 51% from the field and 45.8% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They hit 11 threes in the game, with Ethan Taylor and Jeremiah Wilkinson each knocking down 5 and 2 threes, respectively.</p> <p>Taylor and Wilkinson both finished with 23 points, with Taylor shooting 69.2% from the field and 62.5% from three, while Wilkinson shot 66.7% overall and from deep. Andrej Stojakovic added 21 points, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 7 attempts.</p><p>Despite Air Force's defensive efforts, they gave up 78 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 54% from the field. The Falcons struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing a 61% success rate on 24/39 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Air Force held their opponents to 35% shooting, with 5 made threes on 14 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 free throws. The Falcons also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mercyhurst Lakers vs Air Force Falcons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Terriers versus the Vikings? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, WI. Wofford is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Portland State. The over/under for the game is set at 152.5 points.</p><h3>WOFFORD TERRIERS VS PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Terriers Make it Happen in Milwaukee?</h3><h3>Wofford Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wofford dropped a close one to Milwaukee on Saturday, November 23rd, losing 76-74 on the road. The Terriers, who were +4 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-29 at halftime, Wofford scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47. The game’s total points of 150 narrowly went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Wofford's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 64.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (6/24).</p> <p>Themus Fulks led the way with 24 points, shooting 61.5% overall and hitting his only three-point attempt. AJ McKee added 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three (2/4), while Dillon Bailey was 8/11 from the floor, finishing with 18 points.</p><p>Even with Wofford giving up 76 points, they managed to hold their opponent to 45% shooting from the field, including 29% from beyond the arc, where they hit just 5 of 17 threes. Inside the arc, Wofford's defense allowed 52% shooting, with their opponent making 21 of 40 two-point attempts.</p> <p>Wofford sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 19 for 57%. On the boards, Wofford gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Portland State Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State fell to St. Thomas (MN) 91-65 on Saturday, November 23rd. The Vikings, who were +2.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Portland State struggled early, trailing 53-21 at halftime. They improved in the 2nd half, scoring 44 points and holding St. Thomas to 38, but the early deficit was too much to overcome.</p><p>Portland State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.2% from the field and 16% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.6%, but they managed to score 65 points, thanks in part to hitting 79.3% of their free throws, going 23 for 29 from the line.</p> <p>Ben Nau led the way with 18 points, shooting 70% overall and 57.1% from three-point range, connecting on 4 of 7 attempts. The Vikings also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Even though Portland State gave up 91 points, they held the opposing team to just 32% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 15 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited the other team to 4 made threes on 25 attempts, just 16% shooting. The Vikings also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 29 times, where they hit 23 free throws, a 79% success rate.</p>

Wofford Terriers vs Portland State Vikings NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

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It was right there for the taking for the Columbus Blue Jackets. They led 3-0 in an elimination game. They could have knocked off the Toronto Maple Leafs and punched a ticket to face the winner of Saturday’s Tampa Bay vs. Philadelphia game. Instead, they did what the Maple Leafs did in Game 3. They blew a three-goal lead and went on to lose in overtime.

The back-and-forth in this series has been incredible. Aaron Portzline of The Athletic Columbus <strong><a href="https://twitter.com/Aportzline/status/1291962519611940864">summed it up best</a></strong> on Twitter. Columbus scored the first two goals of the series. Toronto scored the next six. Columbus scored the next seven. Now, Toronto has scored the last four. The team that scores the last goal could very well be the one that advances.

The Maple Leafs are favored in the -145 range in the betting markets. The Blue Jackets are +125 to erase the bad taste of Game 4. How they do that is anybody’s guess. It was a slower burn for the Maple Leafs. The Blue Jackets led 3-0 with four minutes left in regulation and gave up two goals in 51 seconds and then a third with just 23 seconds left in the game.

Columbus is saying all of the right things about looking ahead and moving forward and this and that, but the reality is that they shouldn’t even have to play an extra 60 minutes in this series. They may also have a goaltender controversy on their hands.

Elvis Merzlikins took over for Joonas Korpisalo in Game 3 in a move that head coach John Tortorella said was more about sparking the team than Korpisalo’s play. Then Merzlikins got the start in Game 4 and was brilliant for 56 minutes. As the Maple Leafs scored to make it 3-1, Merzlikins was less aggressive on shooters. Columbus collapsed in front to protect him and maybe impacted his ability to make saves. Merzlikins went down too early and left the top of the net unprotected. He got too small in the net and left his legs open.

It was just a snowball effect for the Blue Jackets, who rested on their laurels after going up 3-0. It was the mark of a young, inexperienced team, but the Blue Jackets are anything but. Now, they have to rally. They’ve done it before. They did it in Game 3 and did it in Game 1 last year against Tampa Bay.

The Maple Leafs don’t have any such controversy. Frederik Andersen was fine in Game 4. He didn’t really have much of a chance on any of the Columbus goals and bounced back pretty well from the Game 3 collapse by him and his team. He didn’t see much work in the overtime period, as the play was dictated by his team, but he played big in the net when he needed to.

When the game is on the line, the best are supposed to take over. Auston Matthews did that for Toronto. He led all skaters with 10 shots on goal. He had the game winner and two assists in the third period. On the other hand, Matthews was held in check for most of the first two periods. He and John Tavares came alive late in regulation and on into the overtime period. The Maple Leafs will now have the last change for Game 5 and that could have a massive impact on what happens.

The Blue Jackets have some drama on defense as well. Dean Kukan was back in the lineup for Game 4, but he was injured during Game 3 and Columbus had to shorten the bench on the blue line. In Game 4, Zach Werenski was limited to just 21:24 of ice time. It was Seth Jones logging 33:11 and David Savard and Vladislav Gavrikov that picked up the slack with 27:41 and 29:04, respectively. Werenski missed the last nine minutes of regulation and all of overtime.

He’s a huge loss for the Jackets. He and Jones are one of the top pairings in the league and certainly one of the most underappreciated. Werenski had a wrist issue earlier in the series and there was no update on his injury on Saturday during Columbus’s media availability. He’ll go if he can and it seems clear that Columbus needs him, especially with how Matthews likes to come in the zone on the off-wing, which would be Werenski’s side.

It sure feels like Columbus had their chance and let it slip away. They have a goaltending controversy and a top-pair defenseman injured. They have gotten an excellent series from Pierre-Luc Dubois, but other guys have been missing in action. The Maple Leafs got a second life and have been the team to carry the play more often than not in the series.

It looks like Toronto will advance.

<strong>Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs (-145)</strong>

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