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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.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Brooklyn Nets vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Washington Wizards vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Oklahoma City Thunder vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Sacramento Kings vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Milwaukee Bucks vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Golden State Warriors vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

Miami Heat vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

Atlanta Hawks vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Oklahoma City Thunder (-164) will take on the New York Knicks (+138) at Madison Square Garden. The Thunder are favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 225.5.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be televised on NBA TV. Oklahoma City comes into the game with a 30-6 record, which is good for first in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 25-13 and currently sit third in the East.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-108 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thunder Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>The Thunder fell to 30-6 on the season after a 129-122 road loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Oklahoma City entered the game as +3 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 251 points went well over the pre-game line of 230.5.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Thunder were outscored 37-27 in the 2nd. They battled back in the 3rd, winning the quarter 43-41, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 26-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points in their 129-122 loss to the Cavaliers, shooting 48.1% from the field. Jalen Williams contributed 25 points and 9 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein added 18 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 57.1% of his shots.</p> <p>Oklahoma City shot 53.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 11 threes at a 35.5% clip. Williams scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Gilgeous-Alexander added 9 in the same period.</p><p>The Thunder's defense struggled in their 129-122 loss to the Cavaliers, particularly in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, where they gave up 37 and 41 points, respectively. Despite holding Cleveland to 25 points in the 1st and 26 in the 4th, Oklahoma City allowed the Cavaliers to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers knocked down 15 threes on 41% shooting. The Thunder also sent Cleveland to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20. Oklahoma City recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Knicks Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 25-13 on the season with a 112-98 win over the Raptors on Wednesday. Playing at home, New York entered the game as 12-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total score of 210 points fell well short of the 233.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>New York's key moment came with an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 68-62 to 79-62. They maintained control by outscoring Toronto 26-22 in the final quarter.</p><p>OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each scored 27 points in the Knicks' win over the Raptors, with Towns shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Anunoby made 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Josh Hart added 21 points and 11 rebounds, scoring 10 points in the 4th quarter. The Knicks made 12 threes as a team, shooting 36.4% from long range and 47.7% overall.</p><p>Even with the Raptors shooting 49% from the field, the Knicks held them to just 98 points in their win on Wednesday. New York gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter, 27 in the 2nd, 25 in the 3rd, and finished strong by allowing only 22 points in the 4th.</p> <p>The Knicks limited Toronto's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 38% shooting. The Raptors also went to the free-throw line 15 times, making 12. Defensively, New York recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Fightin' Blue Hens? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center in Newark, DE. In this non-conference matchup, Bryant is favored by -1.5 against Delaware. The over/under for the game is 157.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center at 6:30 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Fightin' Blue Hens.</li><li>Not only will Delaware pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</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>Will the Bulldogs Defense Show Up in Newark?</h3><h3>Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs cruised to an 87-64 win over Buffalo on Thursday, November 14th. Bryant, who were -6.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game were 151, falling short of the O/U line of 163.5.</p> 

<p>Bryant dominated the first half, leading 50-25 at the break. Although they allowed 39 points in the second half, they still managed to score 37 points to seal the win.</p><p>Bryant put up 87 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, with two-point shooting at 39.6% (21/53) and three-point shooting at 37% (10/27).</p> <p>The Bulldogs grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists. Ryan Sabol led the team with 17 points, while Rafael Pinzon added 15, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Bryant's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 64 points. The Bulldogs allowed a 35% shooting performance, with 19 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>Bryant gave up 13 two-point baskets on 25 attempts (52%) and 6 three-pointers on 28 attempts (21%). Their opponent also went 20/30 from the free-throw line (66%). The Bulldogs limited offensive rebounds, allowing just 5.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Fightin' Blue Hens?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware picked up a 64-58 road win over Iona on Tuesday, November 12th. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hens not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>The Blue Hens led 30-18 at halftime but allowed Iona to score 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The combined points of 122 fell well below the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Delaware's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 38.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 35% of their threes, hitting 7 of 20, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. The Blue Hens managed 8 assists and 10 offensive rebounds, while shooting 76.5% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Dejour Reaves and Yaphet Moundi led the team with 16 points each, with Moundi also grabbing 18 rebounds and shooting 75% from the floor. Niels Lane and Tahron Allen added 14 points apiece, with Allen hitting both of his three-point attempts and shooting 54.5% overall.</p><p>Delaware's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 18/51, a 35% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Delaware's defense was even more effective, with the opponent hitting only 4 of 22 threes, an 18% clip. They also struggled at the free-throw line, making just 10 of 22 attempts.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Sycamores and Beacons game? Catch the action at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN, as the Beacons hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Missouri Valley conference contest is set at 163.5 points, with Valparaiso being favored by -1.5 at home against Indiana State.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES 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 Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 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 163.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Indiana State Pull Off A Win at Athletics-Recreation Center?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Indiana State improved to 7-6 on the season with a 66-62 win over Evansville on Saturday. The Sycamores, who were -3 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 36-31 at halftime, Indiana State clamped down defensively, allowing just 26 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 128 fell well under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Indiana State managed 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.1%. They hit 30.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 23 attempts, while knocking down 48.4% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Sycamores were impressive, hitting 88.2% of their attempts (15/17). They recorded 16 assists, with Tayshawn Comer contributing 7 of them to go along with his 24 points. Jaden Daughtry led the team with 26 points, shooting 52.9% from the field.</p><p>Indiana State's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a 40% shooting performance from the field. They allowed 22 field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of 20 three-pointers. Indiana State also sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Beacons?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Valparaiso improved to 7-6 on the season after an 80-73 win over Northern Iowa on Saturday. The Beacons, who were +4.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Valpo led 43-36 at halftime and matched Northern Iowa with 37 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the over/under line of 148.5.</p><p>Valparaiso put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 31% of their three-point attempts, hitting 9 of 29 from deep, while shooting 53.3% on two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Beacons were impressive, making 21 of 24 for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Tytan Anderson led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro added 20 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Tyler Schmidt contributed 15 points, making 3 of 8 from beyond the arc, while Cooper Schwieger and Darius DeAveiro each chipped in 13 points.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 53% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Valparaiso's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, as they made 9 of 29 three-point attempts. The Beacons also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 shots, an 87% free-throw percentage.</p>

Indiana State Sycamores vs Valparaiso Beacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Chicago Bulls (-637) will host the Washington Wizards (+458) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Bulls are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is set at 241.5.</p>

<p>Chicago (17-20) is currently 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. Meanwhile, Washington (6-29) is 15th in the East and 5th in the Southeast Division. The Wizards have lost four straight games.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-123 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 6-29 on the season after a 109-103 loss to the 76ers on Wednesday. Washington, who entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 222-point line.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run early, stretching their lead from 15-10 to 25-10. The Wizards trailed 88-74 going into the 4th quarter but fought back, outscoring the 76ers 29-21 in the final period.</p><p>Jared Butler led the Wizards with 26 points and 7 assists in their loss to the 76ers, shooting 57.9% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Corey Kispert added 23 points, connecting on 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Kyle Kuzma contributed 16 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Wizards made 13 threes, shooting 43.3% from beyond the arc, though their overall field goal percentage was 44.7%. Butler scored 8 points in the 1st, 2nd, and 4th quarters, while Kispert added 10 points in the final period. Jonas Valančiūnas also chipped in 10 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 109 points to the 76ers, including 32 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points. Overall, Washington held Philadelphia to 45% shooting.</p> <p>The Wizards allowed 15 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the 76ers to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Washington had 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Bulls fell to 17-20 on the season after a 129-113 road loss to the Pacers on Wednesday. Chicago, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, couldn’t cover the spread. The total score of 242 points came in just under the 245.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 15-0 run early on put Chicago in a deep hole, as the Pacers extended their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. The Bulls were down 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, and while they outscored Indiana 37-29 in the final period, it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 31 points and 4 assists in their 129-113 loss to the Pacers, shooting 60% from the field. Coby White added 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting just 30% from deep.</p> <p>The Bulls connected on 12 threes as a team, shooting 34.3% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 51.2%. Jalen Smith was perfect from the field, making 2 threes and scoring 8 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled on Wednesday, giving up 129 points to the Pacers, who shot 52% from the field. Chicago allowed 34 points in the 2nd quarter and 37 in the 3rd, contributing to the loss.</p> <p>Chicago did well defending the three, holding Indiana to 10 made threes on 34% shooting. The Bulls also sent the Pacers to the line 24 times, where they hit 15 free throws. Chicago finished with 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

<p>One of the most exciting duels of a ten-game NBA slate scheduled for Wednesday, February 15, will be played in Denver, and here you can read the best Mavericks vs. Nuggets betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Dallas is looking to avoid the third loss in a row when they visit Denver at Ball Arena. The Nuggets are 6-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 228.5 points. These conference rivals will meet for the fourth time this season; the Mavericks lead the series 2-1.</p>



<p><strong>Mavericks lost narrowly to the Timberwolves at home</strong></p>



<p>The Dallas Mavericks (31-28, 22-35-2 ATS) returned home from a five-game road trip on which they recorded three wins, but couldn’t get an edge against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Dallas. After losing in overtime to the Sacramento Kings, Dallas suffered another tight defeat. This time around, the Minnesota Timberwolves were better 124-121, and even though the Mavs had a chance to force overtime, they didn’t even take a shot in the dying seconds and committed a turnover instead. Dallas was good from the field (51.2%), but Minnesota was even better (57.8%).</p>



<p>Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with a game-high 36 points, team-high six assists, five rebounds, and two steals. Luka Doncic followed him with a double-double of 33 points and team-high 12 boards along with six dishes, while Christian Wood added 24 points and five rebounds.</p>



<p>PF Davis Bertans (calf) and PF/C Maxi Kleber (hamstring) are out indefinitely. SG Tim Hardaway Jr. (hamstring) is questionable to face Denver on Wednesday.</p>



<p><strong>Nuggets secured a tight win in Miami</strong></p>



<p>The Denver Nuggets (40-18, 32-26-0 ATS) are back home after playing the previous three games on the road, on which they got a pair of victories. Following a surprising loss to the Orlando Magic, the Nuggets beat the Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat. Denver was excellent from the field (57.9%) and won the second quarter by 12 points, which helped them to win the game. Another segment in which the Nuggets were better was the assists (34-25).</p>



<p>Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with a double-double of game-high 27 points and game-high 12 rebounds along with a team-high eight assists. Michael Porter Jr. had 17 points and six boards, Bruce Brown scored 16, while Jeff Green, Christian Braun, Thomas Bryant, and Vlatko Cancar were also in double figures.</p>



<p>PG Jamal Murray (knee), PF Aaron Gordon (ribs), and PF Zeke Nnaji (shoulder) are questionable to feature against the Mavericks on Wednesday.</p>



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



<p><strong>Dallas:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>1-5 ATS in the last six games against the Northwest Division opponents</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Denver:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>6-2 ATS in the last eight games overall</li>



<li>4-0 ATS in the last four home games</li>



<li>5-1 ATS in the last six games playing on one day of rest</li>



<li>4-0 ATS in the last four home games vs. a team with a losing road record</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Dallas Mavericks vs. Denver Nuggets Pick</strong></p>



<p>The Nuggets have the sixth-best offense in the NBA that averages 117.1 points per game, while Dallas’ offense is not even in the top 20 as the Mavs score 113.1 ppg. Dallas also has one of the slowest offenses in the league, and although that should change with Kyrie Irving now in town, I don’t think the visitors can outscore the Nuggets here. Denver suffered only four home defeats this season, one of which came against the Mavericks, so I think the Nuggets will be looking for a little revenge on Wednesday. Nikola Jokic vs. Luka Doncic is going to be a spectacle, and this time around, I am going with a two-time reigning MVP to lead his team to victory.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Nuggets at -5.5 (-120)</p>



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



<p>The aforementioned H2H duel in Denver produced 231 points, and I expect to see a similar outcome in this one. Dallas is now stronger offensively and scored 121+ points in each of the last three games, and given the Nuggets are 13th defensively with 112.8 points allowed per contest, I am backing the visitors to score around 115 here. Over is 5-1 in the Mavericks’ last six overall; Over is 11-2 in Dallas’ previous 13 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600, Over is 6-2-1 in the Nuggets’ last nine overall, while Over is 4-0 in Denver’s previous four home games.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Over 226.5 points (-133)</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs. Denver Nuggets Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/15/23

<p>Planning on watching today's Lancers and Mustangs game? Catch the action at Moody Coliseum in Dallas, TX, as the Mustangs hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ACC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have SMU as the -16.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS SMU MUSTANGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Longwood Lancers +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LONGWOOD LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Mustangs.</li><li>Even though we have SMU winning straight-up, we like Longwood at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Longwood Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lancers improved to 8-3 on the season with an 82-67 road win over North Carolina Central on Friday. Entering the game as -3.5 favorites, Longwood covered the spread, while the total points of 149 went over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Longwood led 36-27 at halftime and put up 46 points in the 2nd half, allowing 40 points to the Eagles.</p><p>Longwood's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points with a 54% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Po'Boigh King led the way with 21 points, while Colby Garland added 17 points and 4 assists. Michael Christmas contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from three-point range, and Elijah Tucker was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his attempts.</p><p>Longwood's defense gave up 67 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 66% of their attempts inside the arc, going 22/33.</p> <p>However, the Lancers did well defending the three, holding their opponent to just 4/22 shooting, or 18%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 47%. Longwood allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will SMU Win at Home?</h3><h3>SMU Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>SMU improved to 10-2 on the season with a dominant 103-77 win over Boston College on Saturday. The Mustangs entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 180 easily surpassed the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 47-40 at halftime, SMU took control in the 2nd half, outscoring the Eagles 56-37 to seal the win.</p><p>SMU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 103 points with a field goal percentage of 64.4% (38/59). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 74.6%, thanks in part to their 68.8% shooting from beyond the arc (11/16) and 62.8% shooting inside (27/43). They also connected on 80% of their free throws (16/20).</p> <p>Matt Cross and Dion Brown were perfect from three-point range, each hitting 3/3, with Cross shooting 77.8% overall and Brown at 60.0%. Donald Hand Jr. led the team with 22 points, while Boopie Miller contributed 18 points and 7 assists. B.J. Edwards and Jerrell Colbert both shot 75.0% from the field.</p><p>Despite SMU's defensive efforts, they allowed 77 points while holding their opponent to 37% shooting from the field. The Mustangs limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting just 16 of 43 attempts, but they connected on 7 of 18 threes, shooting 38% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>SMU sent their opponent to the line 33 times, where they converted 24 free throws at a 72% clip. The Mustangs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs SMU Mustangs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Knights and Dolphins game? Catch the action at Ted Grant Court in Syracuse, NY, as the Dolphins hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NEC. This Northeast conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and Le Moyne is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Fairleigh Dickinson.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS LE MOYNE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ted Grant Court at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Le Moyne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Fairleigh Dickinson?</h3><h3>Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairleigh Dickinson improved to 2-11 on the season with a 71-59 win over Wagner on Sunday. The Knights, who were +3.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>FDU led 24-21 at halftime and exploded for 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game came in just under the O/U line of 130.5.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%. They were dominant inside, hitting 62.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%).</p> <p>Terrence Brown led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 64.7% overall. Zae Blake added 20 points, hitting 2 of 4 from deep, while Zaire Williams contributed 18 points despite shooting just 27.8% from the field and 1 of 7 from three. Bismark Nsiah chipped in 11 points and 12 rebounds, also dishing out 9 assists.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the other team to just 3 made threes on 18 attempts, a 16% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Fairleigh Dickinson allowed 19 two-point field goals on 52 attempts, a 36% shooting performance. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12, shooting 75%. The Knights also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Dolphins Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dolphins dropped to 3-11 on the season after a 78-62 road loss to LIU on Friday. Le Moyne came into the game as +3 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne trailed 35-32 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 43 to the Sharks.</p><p>In their last game, Le Moyne's offense put up 62 points, shooting 43.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% clip, but connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Dolphins shot 56.7%, with Ocypher Owens leading the way, hitting 7 of 8 shots overall and grabbing 12 rebounds. Malachi Davis added 24 points and 5 assists, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 55% shooting from the field. The Dolphins allowed 30 field goals on 54 attempts, including 23 two-pointers at a 56% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Le Moyne's opponents shot 53%, hitting 7 of their 13 three-point attempts. The Dolphins also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they converted 11 free throws.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Le Moyne Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

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<p>The Lakers and Red Flash are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Red Flash will host the game at DeGol Arena in Loretto, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Saint Francis U is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at DeGol Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-61 in favor of the Red Flash.</li><li>Not only will Saint Francis U pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Mercyhurst Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Mercyhurst dropped to 4-10 on the season after a 62-50 loss to Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Lakers, who were +8.5 underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 112 fell short of the 129.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Mercyhurst led 29-28 at halftime but managed just 21 points in the second half while allowing 34. The Lakers’ inability to maintain their first-half momentum contributed to their latest loss.</p><p>Mercyhurst's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 26.1% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-23 from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 40%.</p> <p>Abdul Momoh was a bright spot, scoring 17 points on 8-of-11 shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds in 24 minutes. Aidan Reichert added 15 points, hitting 1-of-2 from three, while Jordan Jones chipped in 12 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot just 34% from the field, with 19 made baskets on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Lakers gave up 13 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 40% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercyhurst's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, shooting 60%. The Lakers gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Red Flash Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Red Flash fell to 2-11 on the season after a 64-60 home loss to Stonehill on Sunday. Saint Francis U entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 124 points fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Francis U led 33-20 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing Stonehill to put up 44 points.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.8% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Hermann Koffi also connected on 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc and finishing with 17 points. Louie Semona had a tough shooting night, hitting just 2 of 11 threes, while Todd Brogna contributed 13 rebounds.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 41% with 15 made shots out of 36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Red Flash allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting rate. Their opponent also went 12/14 from the free-throw line, hitting 85% of their foul shots. Saint Francis U gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mercyhurst Lakers vs Saint Francis U Red Flash NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>The Gaels and Stags are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stags will host the game at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. In this Metro Atlantic Athletic matchup, Iona is favored bt -1.5 vs. Fairfield. The over/under for the game is 145.5 points.</p><h3>IONA GAELS VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iona Shock Everyone at Leo D. Mahoney Arena?</h3><p>Iona improved to 5-10 on the season with a 74-73 road win over Siena on Sunday. The Gaels entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 38-37 at halftime, Iona outscored Siena 37-35 in the second half to secure the win. The total points for the game reached 147, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Iona's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They hit 31.6% of their threes (6/19) and connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (21/42). At the free-throw line, the Gaels shot 70%, making 14 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Brendan Coyle led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc and shooting 71.4% overall. Justice Shoats added 16 points and 4 assists, while Adam Njie Jr. contributed 13 points and 5 rebounds. Clarence Rupert was efficient, going 5 for 6 from the field for 12 points, and Justin Menard knocked down 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Even with Iona giving up 73 points, their defense held the opposing team to 44% shooting from the field. The Gaels allowed 13 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 54% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iona's defense limited the other team to 33% shooting, with 7 made threes on 21 attempts. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 36 times, where they converted 26 free throws, a 72% rate. Iona gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Fairfield Win at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fairfield's season continued to struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 67-54 road loss to Merrimack on Friday. The Stags entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Fairfield trailed 38-24 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Merrimack 30-29. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairfield's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 36.8% and an effective field goal percentage of 38.6%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 1 of 17 attempts (5.9%), while they were solid from the free-throw line, making 11 of 13 (84.6%).</p> <p>Devon Savage was the standout performer, hitting 7 of 8 shots overall, including 7 of 8 from three-point range, finishing with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Adam Clark added 18 points and 5 assists, though he shot just 7 of 19 from the field.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 67 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fairfield's opponents hit 9 of 15 threes, shooting 60%. They also went 6/10 from the free-throw line. Fairfield gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Iona Gaels vs Fairfield Stags NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blue Jackets and Canucks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Canucks at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Canucks being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Canucks will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>The Canucks should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Blue Jackets Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 11-11-3 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets, underdogs on the puck line, allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the game and gave up five goals in the first period.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 9 goals surpassed that mark. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for Columbus in the second period, but the game was already out of reach by then.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd.</p> <p>Adam Fantilli picked up his 4th assist on Severson’s goal, and Sean Monahan earned his 5th assist on Labanc’s tally. The Blue Jackets recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets had a rough outing, allowing 7 goals on 22 shots from the Capitals. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage. Columbus will need to address their defensive issues, as they gave up the first five goals of the game, including the opener just 56 seconds into the first period and another at 4:51 of the second.</p><h3>Will the Canucks Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 13-7-4 this season. Vancouver, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 early in the second period, the Canucks tied it up at 5:19 in the same period. Pius Suter scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p><p>Pius Suter led the Canucks' offense with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. He scored Vancouver’s first goal at 5:19 in the 2nd period and added another with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk also contributed, netting his 1st goal of the season at 4:22 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>The Canucks took 27 shots on goal and recorded 25 giveaways. Vancouver was held scoreless in the 1st period before Suter’s 2nd-period goal tied the game at 1-1.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to build on their last performance, where they allowed just 2 goals to San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The Canucks will aim to tighten up late in the game, as they gave up the first goal 2:37 into the 2nd period and another at 18:43 in the 3rd.</p>

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