<p>At 7:00 ET, the Clippers (-513) will travel to Washington to take on the Wizards (+382). The Clippers are favored by 10.5 points and the over/under line is 223.5 points.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently 11-8 and 7th in the Western Conference. Washington has lost 12 straight games and is 15th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 2-14.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 145-111 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Kyle Kuzma finishing with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-94 loss to the Celtics on Monday, the Clippers are now 11-8 this season. L.A. entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 220 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 218.5.</p> <p>The Clippers fell behind early, getting outscored 51-29 in the 2nd quarter. They made a 10-0 run to cut the deficit to 88-51, but Boston pulled away again, outscoring L.A. 27-16 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In their 126-94 loss to the Celtics, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 43.3% from the field and hitting only 7 threes at a 26.9% clip. Ivica Zubac led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 78.6% from the floor.</p> <p>James Harden added 19 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds, connecting on 3 threes at 37.5%. Derrick Jones Jr. contributed 11 points, 9 of which came in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Clippers' defense struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 51 points, as they allowed the Celtics to shoot 51% from the field overall in a 126-94 loss. Los Angeles did manage to tighten up in the 3rd quarter, holding Boston to 21 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Clippers allowed 22 threes at a 43% clip. They sent the Celtics to the line 20 times, where Boston converted 14 free throws. Defensively, the Clippers recorded 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can Washington Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Wizards’ struggles continued on Tuesday, dropping to 2-14 after a 127-108 home loss to the Bulls. Washington entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 235, falling short of the 244-point line.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 29-21 after the 1st quarter, but a disastrous 2nd quarter saw them outscored 40-18. Despite a closer 3rd quarter (35-34), the Wizards couldn’t close the gap, trailing 96-81 entering the 4th, where the Bulls outscored them 31-27.</p><p>In their 127-108 loss to the Bulls, the Wizards struggled offensively, shooting 42.9% from the field and hitting just 27% of their three-point attempts, making only 10 threes. Kyle Kuzma led the way with 23 points, 15 of which came in the opening quarter.</p> <p>Alexandre Sarr contributed 20 points, connecting on 4 threes at an 80% clip, while Malcolm Brogdon added 15 points, scoring 7 in the 3rd quarter. Sarr also added 7 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards started strong, giving up just 21 points in the 1st quarter, but they struggled in the 2nd, allowing 40 points. The Bulls also scored 35 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th, leading to a 127-point outing on 50% shooting.</p> <p>Washington gave up 14 threes on 35% shooting and sent Chicago to the line 22 times, where they made 19 free throws. The Wizards grabbed 38 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, while recording 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulls versus the 49ers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Halton Arena in Charlotte, NC. South Florida come into this American Athletic conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 144.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS CHARLOTTE 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte 49ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Halton Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the 49ers.</li><li>Not only will Charlotte pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulls Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Florida improved to 9-8 on the season with a 63-56 win over Tulsa on Saturday. The Bulls, who were -9.5 favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 119 fell well under the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-25 at halftime, South Florida turned things around in the second half, outscoring Tulsa 38-26 to secure the win.</p><p>South Florida's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.5% from the field and 11.1% from three-point range, hitting only 2 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.1%, and they managed just 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>They did grab 16 offensive rebounds and hit 17 of 25 free throws (68%). CJ Brown led the team with 16 points, while Justin Amadi added 14 points on 6 of 7 shooting, along with 7 rebounds.</p><p>South Florida's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 56 points on 35% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, their opponent shot 45%, making 20 of 44 two-point attempts. South Florida also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 68%. The Bulls gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Charlotte Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Charlotte 49ers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charlotte fell to 6-12 on the season after a 77-68 loss to Memphis on Sunday. Despite being +11.5 point underdogs, the 49ers kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 145, just under the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-25 at halftime, Charlotte showed resilience by outscoring Memphis 43-36 in the second half. While they couldn't complete the comeback, their strong second-half performance was a positive takeaway.</p><p>Charlotte's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.6% from the field and 32.1% from beyond the arc. They finished with an effective field goal percentage of 45.6% and managed only 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty and Jaehshon Thomas each scored 18 points, with Thomas hitting 4 of 8 from deep. Dain Dainja was efficient, shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 9 rebounds.</p><p>Charlotte's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 38% from the field, hitting 22 of 57 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 44% of their two-point attempts, going 13 for 29.</p> <p>From three-point range, Charlotte allowed 9 threes on 28 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15, shooting 75%. Charlotte limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Charlotte 49ers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Yellow Jackets face off at 12:00 ET on ESPNU. The Yellow Jackets are hosting the game at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA. This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Georgia Tech is favored to win by -6.5 at home vs. Boston College.</p><h3>BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</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>Is a Road Win Possible for the Eagles?</h3><h3>Boston College Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston College improved to 9-5 on the season with a 78-68 win over Miami on Wednesday. The Eagles, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 146, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-29 at halftime, BC turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Miami 49-27. The Eagles’ strong defensive effort and offensive surge were key to their comeback win.</p><p>Boston College put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a 48.8% mark on two-pointers and 38.5% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 80.8%, hitting 21 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the Eagles with 21 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Chad Venning added 17 points in just 18 minutes, shooting 70% from the field. Joshua Beadle was perfect from deep, going 2 for 2 and finishing with 13 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall.</p><p>Boston College gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston College's defense saw the other team hit 5 of 13 threes, good for 38%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, an 80% clip. Boston College allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Georgia Tech Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech improved to 7-7 on the season with an 86-75 home win over Notre Dame on Tuesday, December 31st. The Yellow Jackets, who were favored by 1.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>Tech took control early, leading 43-24 at halftime, but allowed Notre Dame to score 51 points in the second half while matching that total with 43 points of their own.</p><p>Georgia Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 56.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%. They hit 66.7% of their two-point attempts and 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 20 three-point shots.</p> <p>Tae Davis led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, while Javian McCollum and Duncan Powell each added 21 points. Matt Allocco contributed 15 points and 7 assists, and Lance Terry was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to connect on 66% of their two-point attempts, as they went 22/33 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Yellow Jackets gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, with the other team shooting 40%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws, hitting 72%.</p>

Boston College Eagles vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

The college hoops season will take a quick break on Christmas Eve, but before that, we’ve got a slew of games on the hardwood for December 23. The highlight game in primetime will feature the Villanova Wildcats on the road against the Marquette Golden Eagles on FS1.

Morning betting action favored Villanova, who is a 4.5-point favorite at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a> with a total of 142.5. The line opened in the -3 range at BOL, so some influential bettors that play on overnights and early-morning numbers do like the visitors.

Let’s handicap the game and see if we do as well.
<h3><strong><u>Villanova Wildcats</u></strong></h3>
Jay Wright’s team is out to a 7-1 start that includes two Big East victories already. The Wildcats lost in overtime to Virginia Tech by an 81-73 score back on November 28. Otherwise, they are unblemished, including a road win over Texas down in Austin. Villanova was thought to be in a compromising situational spot on Saturday against Saint Joseph’s after playing two Big East games against Georgetown and Butler with this game on deck, but they won by 20.

Villanova usually plays all of the Big 5 teams in the Philadelphia area, but Penn is not playing because of COVID. Temple and La Salle are not on the schedule. From this point forward, barring the scheduling of a random non-conference game, the remainder of Villanova’s schedule is made up of Big East competition.

We’ll see if it holds, but from an adjusted tempo standpoint per Bart Torvik, this is the most deliberate Villanova team of the Jay Wright era. They rank 335th nationally in adjusted tempo. It has been a good look for them, as they rank second in TO% on offense, which allows them to dictate the game. They’re a top-five team in adjusted offensive efficiency.

It doesn’t hurt that Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Justin Moore came back for their sophomore seasons. Villanova lost Saddiq Bey, but the rest of the team from 2020 remains mostly in tact. Senior leader Collin Gillespie is shooting 42% on three-pointers to make up for shooting 43% on three-pointers.

It is tough to find any flaws with this Villanova team. They are a top-15 defensive rebounding team and they’ve been solid at the free-throw line. Their base defense could be a little stronger, but it has been after a slow start and the offense covers up a lot of other deficiencies.
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<h3><strong><u>Marquette</u></strong><strong><u> Golden Eagles</u></strong></h3>
Life without Markus Howard has been something of a struggle for Marquette. Steve Wojciechowski’s team has actually been able to figure things out offensively for the most part, but the defensive play has been abominable. Marquette is shooting 38.6% from distance and nearly 75% from the free throw line, but opponents have been lighting up the scoreboard.

Marquette does have wins over Wisconsin and Creighton, but also losses to Oklahoma State, UCLA, Seton Hall, and Xavier. In the most recent loss to a Xavier team that was on a COVID pause, Marquette allowed a season-worst 1.324 points per possession. Over the last three games, opponents are 36-of-77 from 3. That is a major departure from early in the season when opponents started 36-of-136 over the first six games.

Villanova has canned over 37% of its three-point attempts, so Marquette better figure out how to defend the perimeter in a hurry. Marquette is also 299th in the nation in TO% on defense. Because Villanova already doesn’t turn the ball over a lot, this shortcoming for Marquette probably won’t be as big of a deal as it could be. Against teams that don’t take care of the basketball, Marquette’s inability to prey on that could be detrimental. Here, they weren’t going to force many turnovers anyway.

It is clear that Marquette is looking for somebody to take over. Woj has toyed with the rotations and freshman Dawson Garcia has actually taken the most shots on the team. Sophomore point guard DJ Carton has the highest usage of any Marquette player and he’s played well, but he transferred in from Ohio State, where he played sparingly last season.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
The scary thing about growing lines like this is that Villanova should dictate the pace of the game, which means it will likely be played to around 65 or 66 possessions in regulation. The higher the line, the more efficiency required on both ends of the floor for Villanova to cover.

Still, with Marquette’s recent defensive lapses from deep, it seems like Villanova has the better shot of covering. Marquette’s defensive efficiency numbers look better because of how they started against Arkansas Pine Bluff, Eastern Illinois, and Oklahoma State. They’re not playing nearly as well over their last six games, in which they’ve allowed at least 1.02 PPP in all of them.
<h4><strong>Pick: Villanova -4.5</strong></h4>
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Villanova vs. Marquette College Basketball Free Pick & Prediction 12/22/20

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Beacons versus the Sycamores? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hulman Center in Terre Haute, IN. The over/under for this Missouri Valley conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with Indiana State being favored by -20.5 at home against Valparaiso.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hulman Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-70 in favor of the Sycamores.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana State winning straight-up, we like Valparaiso at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Valparaiso Win on the Road?</h3><p>Valparaiso heads into this game as a 20.5-point underdog. The Beacons have struggled this season, going just 6-17 overall and 2-10 in the Missouri Valley Conference. They come into this game on a four-game losing streak, including a 63-62 loss to Evansville.</p>

<p>On the road, Valparaiso has gone just 1-9 this season, and they have lost their last three road games. For the year, their average scoring margin on the road is -7.8 points per game.</p><p>Valparaiso has been a solid bet all season, going 13-8-1 vs the spread. Their road ATS mark is even better at 8-1-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Beacons have gone 8-2 vs the spread. On the road, their ATS record is 3-0 in their last 3 games and 8-1-1 in their last 10.</p><p>Valparaiso's over/under record this season sits at 10-12 and the average scoring total in their games is 139.2 points. Today's over/under line of 153.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (142.1). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 142 points.</p><p>The Valparaiso offense is coming off a game in which they scored 62 points vs. Evansville. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.3% while connecting on 8 threes. Offensively, the Beacons have a season long field goal percentage of 40%, which is 365th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 255th in percentage and 222nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Beacons' defense is ranked 177th in the country at 72.3 points per contest. The Valparaiso defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 63 points and allowed Evansville to connect on 8 threes.</p><h3>Can the Sycamores Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Indiana State enters this game with a 20-3 record, including a perfect 10-0 mark at home. They have won their last seven games, including a 75-67 victory over Drake.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Sycamores are a perfect 18-0 this season. For the year, they have gone 11-1 in Missouri Valley Conference play, compared to a 9-2 mark in non-conference action.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Indiana State has gone 13-5 against the spread. Their home ATS record is 8-2, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Sycamores are 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Indiana State's over/under record this season is currently 13-9, and today's over/under line of 153.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (156.5). So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 157 points.</p><p>The Indiana State offense is coming off a game where they scored 75 points against Drake. They posted a field goal percentage of 42.4% and connected on 7 threes. Ryan Conwell led the scoring for the Sycamores, contributing 21 points. Additionally, Robbie Avila chipped in with 20 points.</p><p>Indiana State's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 72.4 points per game. So far, the Indiana State defense is giving up an average of 7.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.7 times per game (575th).</p>

Valparaiso Beacons vs Indiana State Sycamores Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Runnin' Utes and Cougars game? Catch the action at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 133.5 points, and Houston is favored by -17.5 vs. Utah in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>UTAH RUNNIN' UTES VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Runnin' Utes +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH RUNNIN' UTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like Utah at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Utah Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Utah Runnin' Utes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Utah improved to 11-6 on the season with a narrow 73-72 win over BYU on Saturday. The Utes, who were +1 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-27 at halftime, Utah turned things around in the second half, outscoring BYU 37-34 to secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Utah Runnin' Utes put up 73 points, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong performance inside, hitting 57.6% of their two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 6 of 23 threes for a 26.1% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Utah connected on only 53.1% of their 32 attempts. Ezra Ausar led the way with 26 points, shooting 73.3% from the field. Richie Saunders and Fousseyni Traore each added 16 points, with Traore hitting 61.5% of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 72 points, Utah's defense managed to limit their opponent's three-point shooting, holding them to just 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% success rate. However, they struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent converting 57% of their attempts, going 19/33 from inside the arc.</p> <p>Utah sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, but they only managed to hit 17 of those, shooting 53% from the stripe. The Runnin' Utes also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Houston Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Houston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Houston improved to 14-3 this season with a narrow 69-68 win over UCF on Saturday. The Cougars, who were -13.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, just under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 38-30 at halftime, Houston turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring UCF 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, the Cougars managed 69 points, shooting 42% from the field and 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 16 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.5%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 58.8% from the floor. Moustapha Thiam added 18 points, hitting 7 of 10 shots, including 1 of 2 from three-point range. Ja'Vier Francis contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds, making 5 of 6 shots.</p><p>Houston's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 25 of their 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 46%, making 18 of 39 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition went 7 for 23, shooting 30%. They also went to the free-throw line 17 times, converting 11 for a 64% success rate. Houston allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Utah Runnin' Utes vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/25

Often times people, myself included, make bets on high-profile teams that tend to score lots of runs. Or, points if we're talking about any other sport, which we might as well be. In the NFL people bet on New England week after week. In College Football the majority of the tickets are on Alabama. But, you pay dearly for that and often times aren't putting yourself in the best position to win bets.

You've all heard <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sports-betting-what-is-public-money/"><strong>the term "fade", and people want to "fade" the public</strong></a>. That may well be a profitable thing to do, but the one problem I have with that is that not everyone is reading the same lines at the same times of day with the same ticket counts. That mean, almost without exception, that it's not that simple to tell where the public money actually is. And, at times what appears to be public money is nothing more than "setup" money thrown out by betting syndicates to move a line, knowing full well they're coming back to take the other side at a better price later. So, there's that.

But, if you're like a lot of people that want to do much of their own work, sometimes it's simply easier to find the team we don't want to bet on. More than any other sport, baseball is full of streaky teams that are doing one or two things poorly for a given stretch. Of course those things regress, but you want to bet on those teams before that happens.

Here are some examples I use. The Cincinnati Reds' pitching staff is currently holding teams to a .083 batting average with runners in scoring position. That's simply unheard of, but a very big reason the Reds are 7-2 as of this writing. On the offensive side of the plate, Arizona is hitting .348 WITH runners in scoring position! That won't last, but clearly it's why they're a money-making team at the moment. The Royals are hitting .154 with runners in scoring position, and of course that's why they're losing, or at least one big part of it.

The Royals have also issued more walks than any other pitching staff, so of course if you're putting more men on base and not knocking your men in, you are going to lose. If you ask yourself why the Pirates and the Mariners are a combined 5-13, it's probably because both staffs are allowing opposing lineups to hit .298 or better.

So, the next time you want to make a bet and don't want to pay the premium or lay the chalk, think the other way around. Often times it's not who's going to win, it's who's going to lose.

Do We Bet Against Teams or On Teams ?

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

<p>At 2:32 PM ET, the Tigers and Astros square off in an AL matchup. This one is being played at Minute Maid Park in Houston and has the Astros as heavy favorites on the money line, with their odds sitting at -178. The Tigers are +150 on the money line.</p>

<p>Wednesday's forecast in Houston calls for partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-80s. Detroit will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak, as they are 86-76. The Astros are 88-73 and are currently 1st in the AL West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline -178</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 2:32 ET on Wednesday, October 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 4 to 3</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Tigers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 7 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>Detroit rallied for three runs in the 9th inning in the most recent game of this Tigers vs. Astros series. The Tigers scored one run in the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up three in the top of the 9th, picking up a 3-1 win. Heading into the game, the Tigers were at +121 on the money line.</p>

<p>Tarik Skubal pitched well for the Tigers in the game, going six innings and striking out six without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Beau Brieske got the save. Framber Valdez had a rough outing for the Astros, taking the loss.</p>

<p>Jake Rogers hit the game's only home run while going 2/4 with two RBIs. Wenceel Perez also had two hits and drove in a run for Detroit's offense.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>As the Tigers prepare for game two of their series against Houston, they hold a 1-0 lead and are looking to close out the series on the road. Detroit finished the regular season with a 43-38 record away from home, matching their home mark. They’ve won three straight road games and have also won three in a row as the underdog.</p> <p>On the run line, Detroit went 87-76 this season, with a +0.5 run-scoring margin on the road. They’ve covered the run line in three consecutive road games. As underdogs, their run line record stands at 63-34. The Tigers’ over/under record is 78-80, and 61.7% of their games have had higher totals than today’s 7.5 line.</p><p>Tyler Holton gets the start for the Tigers today as he faces the Astros on the road. So far, he has made nine starts and 67 appearances. Holton's record for the season is 7-2, and he has an ERA of 2.19. This year, opponents are batting .171 off the left-hander. In his 37 road appearances, Holton is 3-2 with a 1.87 ERA. At home, he is 4-0 with a 7.0 ERA. Holton's last outing came out of the bullpen, where he went one-third of an inning and gave up one hit. He didn't allow a run in that outing and finished with a no-decision. Leading up to that outing, he had three straight no-decisions.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 19th in the league. This is also the 19th ranked home run hitting team in the league. Detroit's team batting average of .234 is 15th in the league, and they are also 21st in on-base percentage. The Tigers will be looking for Riley Greene and Kerry Carpenter to keep swinging the bat well, as Greene has gone 10/36 in his last nine games, and Carpenter has three homers in his last eight games.</p>

<p>For the season, Carpenter is batting .284 with 18 homers, and Greene is batting .262 with 24 homers. Carpenter's 57 RBIs are 3rd on the team, and Greene is the Tigers' current leader in runs batted in. Colt Keith is also a player to watch, as he has 13 homers and is batting .260 for the season.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Facing a must-win situation in game two of this best-of-three series, the Astros look to even things up against Detroit. Houston posted an 88-73 regular season record, including a 46-35 mark at home and 42-38 on the road. They’ve dropped their last two home games but have won two straight overall.</p> <p>Houston’s run line record is 83-79, and they’ve failed to cover in their last five home games. At home, they have a +0.9 run-scoring margin, compared to +0.2 on the road. The under has hit in three straight games, and their overall O/U record is 65-91.</p><p>Hunter Brown will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Mariners, as he gets the start for the Astros today. In that outing, he took the loss, going six innings and giving up one earned run. Looking at his overall numbers, Brown has made 30 starts and has a record of 11-9. His ERA for the season is 3.49, along with a WHIP of 1.27. Opponents have a batting average of .232 vs. Brown this season. Out of his 30 starts, Brown has turned in 19 quality starts. Per nine innings, he is averaging 9.48 strikeouts and 3.18 walks.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez has been the Astros' top power threat this season, as his 35 homers are 9th in the MLB and leads the team. He also has a team-high 86 RBIs. Alvarez is batting .308 for the season, which is the 2nd best mark on the team. Alex Bregman has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/25 in his last seven games with two homers and five RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 10th in scoring at 4.6 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .262, which is the 2nd best mark in the league.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 10/2/24

<p>David Festa and the Twins are the heavy favorite heading into Thursday's interleague matchup vs. the Marlins, with their money line odds sitting at -252. Miami will be starting Valente Bellozo and is +209 on the money line. First pitch from Target Field is set for 7:40 PM ET.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and this one will be televised on BSFL. The Marlins are 5th in the NL East, while the Twins are 4th in the AL Central. Overall, the Marlins are 58-100, while the Twins are 82-76.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 7:40 ET on Thursday, September 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Marlins 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>It was all Minnesota in the last game of this series, as the Twins took down the Marlins by a score of 8-3. The Twins offense only had eight hits but still picked up a convincing win. Heading into the game, they were favored at -193 on the money line.</p>

<p>Miami actually got on the board first in this game, scoring three runs in the first inning. As for the Twins, they didn't get on the board until the 3rd, but they broke out for five run in the 7th and added two more in the 8th.</p>

<p>Simeon Woods Richardson only went one inning for the Twins but gave up just two hits and two earned runs. Griffin Jax came out of the bullpen for the win. Edward Cabrera struggled on the mound for the Marlins, giving up five runs in five innings of work.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is on the road today vs. the Twins, and they are 58-100 overall, putting them 5th in the NL East. So far, they are 35.5 games behind the Phillies for the lead in the NL East. The Marlins have gone just 18-34 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are 30-51 compared to 28-49 on the road. As the underdog, Miami is 54-86 this year, while going just 4-14 as the favorite. The Marlins' overall series record is 11-30-9, and they have dropped four straight series.</p><p>When the Marlins win, they win big, with an average run margin of +2.8 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.9 runs per game. That's why their overall run line record is 74-84, despite being just -1.4 runs per game on average. They've been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 72-68, compared to just 2-16 as the favorite. They've also been a slightly better bet on the run line on the road, going 39-38, compared to 35-46 at home.</p><p>The Miami Marlins are on the road against the Minnesota Twins today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Marlins have an over/under record of 83-69 this season, and their games have averaged a combined 9.1 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs this season, Miami has a record of 29-25 in those games. Overall, 20.9% of their games this season have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Miami is sending right-hander Valente Bellozo to the mound today vs. the Twins. He has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 3-4 with a 3.82 ERA. Bellozo's WHIP for the season is currently 1.30, and opponents are batting .251 off him this season. In his 12 appearances, Bellozo has turned in two quality starts and is averaging 5.94 strikeouts per nine innings. Looking back at his last outing, Bellozo picked up the win vs. the Braves, going 5 1/3 innings and giving up three earned runs. He has given up three earned runs in each of his last three outings.</p><p>The Marlins offense has struggled to put up runs all season long, as they are averaging just 3.8 runs per game, which is 28th in the league. They have been even worse on the road, averaging just 3.4 runs per contest. Miami's team batting average is just .242, and they are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage and slugging. However, they do have a good team BABIP of .30.</p>

<p>Jake Burger has been swinging the bat well of late, going 8/27 in his last seven games with three homers. For the season, he is batting .247 with a team-high 72 RBIs. Burger's 29 homers is 13th in the league. Jesús Sánchez is also batting .247 for the season and is on a four-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota is 82-76 overall and trails the Guardians by 9.5 games in the AL Central. So far, they have gone 29-23 in divisional matchups. The Twins are at home today, where they are 43-34 this season.</p>

<p>The Twins have dropped three straight series, and their overall series record is 26-20-4. As the favorite, Minnesota is 65-46 and 17-30 as the underdog. Minnesota is 4-6 across their last 10 games and are tied 1-1 in their series vs. the Marlins.</p><p>Minnesota is 33-44 against the run line at home this season, but 40-41 on the road. The Twins' average run differential is +0.2 runs per game, and they are 73-85 overall vs. the run line. They are 48-63 vs. the run line as the favorite and 25-22 as the underdog.</p><p>Minnesota's games have averaged 9.1 runs this season, and they have an over/under record of 80-72. When the line has been set at 8.5 runs, their over/under record is 25-22. The Twins have played 14 games with an over/under line of 8.5 runs, which is just 8.9% of their games this season. Their games have had an average line of 8 runs, and 61.4% of their games have had lower lines than today's 8.5-run total.</p><p>Right-hander David Festa gets the start for the Twins today as he faces the Marlins at home. He has made 12 starts this year and has a record of 2-6 with an ERA of 4.80. Festa's WHIP for the season is 1.28, and opponents are batting .227 this year. Festa's last outing came against the Red Sox, where he went five innings, giving up one earned run on four hits. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Festa has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three starts. Per nine innings, he is averaging 10.8 strikeouts and 3.3 walks.</p><p>Carlos Santana comes into the game as the Twins' leader in home runs this season, but he has struggled at the plate of late, hitting just .179 over his last 10 games. Willi Castro has also gone deep just once in his last 10 games but has a batting average of .286 during that stretch. Byron Buxton has been hot of late, going 10/33 in his last eight games, including one home run.</p>

<p>For the season, the Twins are 10th in the league in scoring at 4.6 runs per game. They have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 4.9 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .247, which is 10th in the league.</p>

Miami Marlins vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 9/26/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Oilers versus the Bruins? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The Oilers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Bruins. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Bruins winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Bruins on the moneyline (+120)</li><li>The Bruins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Edmonton Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 24-12-3 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>All four of Edmonton’s goals came from different players, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense was active in their 4-2 win over Calgary, taking 31 shots on goal. Leon Draisaitl netted his 9th goal of the season and added two assists, bringing his assist total to 8. Zach Hyman scored his 3rd goal and picked up his 2nd assist of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers scored twice in the 1st period, with Draisaitl’s goal coming just 20 seconds in. After a scoreless 2nd period, Hyman added a power-play goal, and Mattias Janmark secured the win with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the season.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Oilers gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 4:33 in the second period and another at 4:28 in the third. However, they held the Flames scoreless for the remainder of the game, securing a 4-2 victory. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Will Boston Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, Boston moved to 20-18-5 this season. The Bruins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell well short of the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held strong, limiting Seattle to 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Boston's offense got off to a quick start with two early goals in their 2-0 win over Seattle. Justin Brazeau netted his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the first period, followed by Charlie Coyle, who scored his 2nd goal on a power play at 10:03.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and picked up 4 assists on their two goals.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, shutting out Seattle in a 2-0 win. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The Bruins' defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hoosiers and Wildcats. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Wildcats at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. Get ready to place your bets! This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and Northwestern is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Indiana.</p><h3>INDIANA HOOSIERS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern Wildcats -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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 the Hoosiers Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Indiana Hoosiers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Indiana improved to 14-5 on the season with a 77-76 road win over Ohio State on Friday. The Hoosiers, who were +8 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-29 at halftime, Indiana outscored the Buckeyes 42-36 in the second half. The total points for the game hit 153, going over the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers put up 77 points, shooting 42.2% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc (6/20). Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, and they connected on 73.9% of their free throws (17/23). Indiana also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.</p> <p>Luke Goode led the way with 23 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. John Mobley Jr. added 22 points, making 5 of 11 from deep. Oumar Ballo contributed 21 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p><p>Indiana's defense gave up 76 points in their latest game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 28 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, Indiana allowed 51% shooting, as the other team connected on 20 of 39 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Indiana's defense held their opponent to 34% shooting, with 8 made threes on 23 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 12, an 80% success rate. Indiana gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Northwestern Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Northwestern fell to 11-7 on the season after an 80-76 road loss to Michigan on Sunday. Despite being +9 point underdogs, the Wildcats kept it close and covered the spread.</p> <p>Northwestern led 35-30 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The total points of 156 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p><p>Northwestern's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 31.8% of their three-point attempts (7/22) and hit 44.4% of their shots inside the arc (16/36). At the free-throw line, the Wildcats made 23 of 31 attempts, good for 74.2%.</p> <p>Vladislav Goldin led the way with 31 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 50% from three (3/6). Jalen Leach contributed 19 points, hitting 66.7% from the field and 60% from beyond the arc (3/5), while also dishing out 5 assists. Northwestern finished with just 7 assists as a team, grabbing 11 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Northwestern's defensive efforts, they gave up 80 points, largely due to sending their opponents to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 29 attempts (78%). From the field, Northwestern held their opponents to 36% shooting, including 25% from beyond the arc, as they hit just 7 of 27 three-point attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Northwestern allowed 44% shooting, with their opponents making 15 of 34 two-point shots. The Wildcats also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Indiana Hoosiers vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NBA game featuring the Knicks versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BSSE. The game will be played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. The Knicks are favored in this Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 226.5 points.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +6</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 107-105 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with LaMelo Ball points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 10 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can New York Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>The Knicks head into today's action with an overall record of 7-5 and have gone 2-1 over their previous three games. At the moment, the team holds 6th place in the Eastern Conference and 3rd place in the Atlantic division.</p><p>New York has an ATS record above .500, currently standing at 9-3 against the spread. New York has covered the spread in three straight home games and are 4-1 ATS at home compared to 5-2 on the road.</p><p>The Knicks are coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 120 points vs. the Wizards. This figure is more than their season average of 110 points per game. On offense, Knicks has been struggling with their efficiency, coming into today's game with a field goal percentgage of 43%. So far, they are 19th in free-throws made on a free throw shooting percentage of 72%.</p><p><p>So far this season, the Knicks defense has been performing well, ranking 1st in the NBA at 104.7 points allowed per contest.</p><p>Most recently, the Knicks' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 99 points to the Wizards.</p></p><h3>Can the Hornets Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Getting ready to face the Knicks, the Hornets hold an overall record of 3-8 and need a win to break their three game losing streak. The Eastern Conference sees the Hornets currently at 13th, and in the Southeast division, they are 4th.</p><p>Charlotte currently has an ATS record below .500, sitting at 4-6 at this point. When playing on the road, the Hornets hold an ATS record of 3-2 in contrast to a 1-4 record against the spread when playing at home.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Hornets offense tallied 99 points in a matchup against the Bucks. Their field goal percentage for the game was 40.7%, and they made 6 threes. Offensively, the Hornets hold a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, placing them 15th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 29th in terms of percentage and 30th in three-pointers made.</p><p><p>Currently, the Hornets' defense holds the 27th rank in the NBA, allowing 122.6 points per game.</p><p>Inside the arc, the Hornets defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 57.0% and 38.3% from three-point territory.</p></p>

New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/23

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<p>UCLA is the heavy underdog as they host Oregon at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena on Saturday, September 28th. Kick-off is set for 11:00 ET, with FOX handling the broadcast. The money line odds have Oregon at -2748, and the over/under line is 55.5 points. The Ducks are coming in with a 3-0 record, while the Bruins are 1-2 on the season.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon Ducks -24</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Bowl at 11:00 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oregon Ducks winning this one by a score of 41 to 14</li><li>Not only do we have the Oregon Ducks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -24</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 55.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oregon Ducks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Oregon is now 3-0 after a 49-14 road win over Oregon State. The Ducks, who were -18.5 point favorites, not only won but also covered the spread. The over/under line was set at 49.5 points, and the teams combined for 63 points.</p><p></p><p>The game was tied at 7 after the first quarter, but Oregon outscored Oregon State 15-7 in the second quarter to take an 8-point lead at halftime. The Ducks then shut out the Beavers in the second half, scoring 10 points in the third quarter and 17 more in the fourth.</p><p>Oregon's offense was unstoppable in their 49-14 win over Oregon State, racking up 551 total yards. The Ducks picked up 26 first downs and scored a total of six touchdowns. Their ground game was particularly effective, gaining 245 yards and scoring four times. Jordan James led the way with 86 rushing yards and two touchdowns.</p> 
<p>In the passing game, Dillon Gabriel threw for 291 yards, completing 83.3% of his passes and throwing two touchdowns. Tez Johnson was his top target, hauling in seven catches for 110 yards.</p><p>Oregon's defense will be looking to tighten up after giving up 345 rushing yards to Oregon State in their last outing. Despite this, the Ducks still came out on top, winning 49-14. Oregon State's ground game was particularly effective, as they picked up 345 yards on 55 carries. Overall, the Ducks allowed 449 total yards, but they were able to limit Oregon State to just 104 passing yards on 10 completions.</p><h3>Are The UCLA Bruins Going Win In At Upset At Rose Bowl</h3><p>UCLA is looking to bounce back after a 34-17 loss to LSU, which dropped their record to 1-2 for the season. Despite being +21.5 point underdogs, the Bruins covered the spread, and the combined score of 51 points was under the 56.5-point over/under line.</p><p></p><p>UCLA was competitive early, taking a 10-7 lead in the first quarter. After LSU tied the game at 17 by halftime, the Bruins were outscored 10-0 in the fourth quarter, leading to their defeat.</p><p>UCLA's offense put up 295 yards in their 34-17 loss to LSU, with 281 yards coming through the air. Ethan Garbers completed 61.1% of his passes for 281 yards, throwing two touchdowns and one interception, ending the game with a passer rating of 92.48. Kwazi Gilmer was his top target, hauling in two catches for 61 yards.</p> 
<p>The Bruins managed to pick up 17 first downs but struggled to establish a running game, finishing with just 14 yards on 22 carries. Keegan Jones was the leading rusher, gaining 22 yards on three attempts (7.3 yards per carry).</p><p>UCLA's defense will be looking to improve after giving up 455 total yards to LSU in their last game. The Bruins allowed 352 passing yards and three touchdowns through the air, while also giving up 103 rushing yards on 27 attempts. Overall, UCLA's defense allowed 34 points and 26 first downs to LSU's offense.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Senators and Lightning. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lightning at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Lightning are favored by -1.5 vs. the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, April 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>With the Lightning being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Lightning.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Senators Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p><p>With just 72 points on the season, the Ottawa Senators find themselves in 14th place in the Eastern Conference and 7th in the Atlantic Division. Over their last ten games, the Senators have gone 6-4 and they are 1-4 in their last five games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Ottawa has gone 14-22-2, and as the underdog, they have gone 18-24-4. Over the course of the year, the Senators have been the underdog in 46 of their 78 games.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Senators have a puck line record of 18-20, and they have gone 6-4 vs. the puck line in their last ten road games. Ottawa's average scoring margin on the road is at -0.4 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Senators have been the underdog in 46 of their games, and their puck line record as the underdog is at 27-19. In their last ten games, Ottawa has an impressive puck line record of 8-2.</p> <p>On average, Ottawa's games have finished with 6.6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.5. In total, the Senators come in with an over/under record of 40-35-3.</p><p>Ottawa has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 1 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On offense, the Senators are averaging 3.1 goals per game which is 15th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 11th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Senators offense is 18th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 18th in the NHL.</p><p>Ottawa will be looking for a good game from Brady Tkachuk who leads the team in scoring with 34 goals, ranking 21st in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Tkachuk has 34 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning are currently 24th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.3 shots per game against Tampa Bay. They also are 15th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Tampa Bay, goalie Joonas Korpisalo has started 47 games in this season. His current record is 20-25, and his save percentage stands at 0.907%.</p><h3>Can The Lightning Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p><p>At home this season, Tampa Bay has gone 24-10-4, and they have been favored in 47 of their 78 games. In the Eastern Conference, the Lightning are 6th, and in the Atlantic Division, they are 4th. Overall, Tampa Bay has a record of 44-27-7.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Lightning have gone 7-3, and they have won three of their last five games. For the season, Tampa Bay has been favored in 30 of their 47 games as the favorite, and they have gone 25-21 against Eastern Conference opponents.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Lightning have an average scoring margin of +.9 goals per game. So far, they have gone 22-16 against the puck line at home, and their overall puck line record is 42-36.</p>

<p>Across their last ten home games, Tampa Bay has gone 5-5 against the puck line, and their puck line record as the favorite is currently 22-25. This season, the team has 33 wins by multiple goals.</p> <p>This season, Tampa Bay's games have an average of 6.8 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.4. The Lightning come in with an over/under performance of 38-36-4.</p><p>In their last three road games, Ottawa has averaged 1 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Lightning are averaging 3.5 goals per game this season, putting them in the 5th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 22nd in the league. The Lightning went 25-14 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 18-11.</p><p>Tampa Bay's leading scorer is Brayden Point. So far, he has 44 goals which is 7th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 42 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Lightning head into the game ranked 24th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.3 shots per game against Tampa Bay. So far, they are 15th in shutouts, achieving 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy gets the start and has made 50 starts this season. His record at this point is 30-18, and his save percentage is 0.876%.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 4/11/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

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<p>Cleveland is currently favored, with money line odds of -146 compared to the Royals at +124. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs, and the game is being played at 6:40 PM ET from Progressive Field in Cleveland. The Guardians are 75-57, while the Royals are 74-58. Gavin Williams is starting for Cleveland, and the Royals are going with Michael Lorenzen. Kansas City is 2nd in the AL Central, and the Guardians are on a two-game losing streak and are 1st in the division.</p>

<p>This AL Central matchup can be seen on BSGL, and the forecast for Tuesday's game calls for temperatures in the upper 80s with a few clouds in Cleveland. Kansas City comes in on a two-game winning streak, while the Guardians are 1-2 over their last three games.</p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS KANSAS CITY ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline -146</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, August 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS 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 Royals 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>Thanks to a four-run 6th inning for the Royals' offense, they cruised to a 9-4 win over the Guardians in the most recent game of this series. Heading into the game, the Royals were at +117 on the money line.</p>

<p>Kansas City got to Guardians starter Logan Allen, who gave up five earned runs in just five innings of work and took the loss. As for the Royals, they got a good outing from Alec Marsh, who gave up just two earned runs across 4 2/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Salvador Perez and Paul DeJong each homered for the Royals, while Daniel Schneemann hit a home run for Cleveland. Perez finished the game with six RBIs.</p><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>Kansas City is 74-58 overall this season, and they are 2nd in the AL Central, trailing the Guardians by just one game. The Royals have gone 28-13 against other teams in the division. They have won two straight games and are 7-3 over their last 10.</p>

<p>At home, the Royals have gone 41-28 this year. On the road, they are above .500 at 33-30. Kansas City has been good as the favorite this season, putting up a mark of 43-25. As the underdog, the Royals are 31-33 this year. One impressive part of their road resume is that they have won six straight as the road underdog.</p><p>When the Royals win, they win big, with an average run margin of 4.0 runs. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.4 runs. Their overall run line record is 74-58, and they are 39-30 against the run line at home. As the underdog, they are 39-25 against the run line, and as the favorite, they are 35-33.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are on the road today to face the Cleveland Guardians. The over/under line for today's game is set at 9 runs, which matches the combined run average of these two teams. The Royals' over/under record for the season is 61-67, and their average over/under line is also 9 runs. When the line has been set at 9 runs, their record is 14-12-1. So far this season, 84 of their games have had over/under lines set lower than 9 runs, which accounts for 63.6% of their games.</p><p>Michael Lorenzen has made 22 starts for the Royals this season and has a record of 7-6. His ERA is 3.48, along with a WHIP of 1.25. This year, opponents are batting .218 off the right-hander. Lorenzen's most recent outing was on August 21st, where he picked up the win, going seven innings and not giving up a run. In that outing, he gave up four hits, issued two walks, and didn't allow a homer. Before that, he had given up a homer in three straight outings. Lorenzen has a total of 17 homers this season.</p><p>For the season, the Royals are averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 8th in the league. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.2 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .258 (5th) and have the 7th best slugging percentage in the league. The Royals have been one of the hardest teams to strike out this season, but they don't draw a lot of walks.</p>

<p>Bobby Witt Jr. has been one of the best hitters in the league this season, batting .347 with 27 home runs and 94 RBIs. Salvador Perez is also having a big season, hitting .282 with 25 homers and 94 RBIs. Perez has gone deep three times in his last 10 games, while MJ Melendez and Dairon Blanco also have three homers in this stretch. Melendez is 10/27 in his last 10 games, while Blanco is 9/19 in his last seven games.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland is hosting the Royals today, and they are looking to avoid dropping the series, as they are currently down 0-2. The Guardians hold a one-game lead over the Royals in the AL Central, and their overall record is 75-57. The Guardians lost the first two games of this series after going 3-1 in their previous series vs. the Tigers.</p>

<p>So far, the Guardians have gone 21-19 in AL Central games. Overall, they have gone just 3-7 across their last ten games. At home, Cleveland is 40-23 this year and 35-34 on the road. As the favorite, the Guardians are 52-28 and 23-29 as the underdog.</p><p>When playing at home, the Guardians have a run line record of 30-33, with an average run margin of 0.8 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 65-67, with an average run margin of 0.5 runs per game. As the underdog, they are 30-22 against the run line.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians will be playing at home against the Kansas City Royals today. The over/under line for the game is set at 9 runs, which is slightly higher than their combined run average of 8.6. The Guardians have had a record of 63-60 on the over/under line this season, and their average line is set at 8 runs. When the line has been set at 9 runs, their record is 8-10-2. This season, only 4.5% of their games have had lines set at 9 runs or higher.</p><p>Cleveland is sending Gavin Williams to the mound today vs. the Royals, and he will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Yankees. In that start, he went 4 1/3 innings, giving up three earned runs, and taking the loss. Williams has given up at least two homers in three of his last four starts. Overall, he has an ERA of 5.13 and a record of 2-6. Williams has made 10 starts, and opponents are batting .259 this season. Looking back, he has made two quality starts this year. Per nine innings, Williams is averaging 9.89 strikeouts and 3.61 walks.</p><p>Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have been the Guardians' top power hitters this season, as Ramirez's 33 homers is 5th in the league and Naylor's 28 is 8th. Ramirez also has the 2nd most RBIs in the league at 104, while Naylor is 6th with 92. Naylor comes into the game with a four-game hitting streak, and Jhonkensy Noel has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 8/26 with three homers in his last seven games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Guardians are averaging 4.5 runs per game and have been a better offensive team at home than on the road. As a team, they are batting just .237, which is 17th in the league, and their collective on-base percentage of .308 is also below the league average. Cleveland's offense has been good at avoiding strikeouts this season, and they have the league's worst BABIP.</p>

Kansas City Royals vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 8/27/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Explorers and Bonnies. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Bonnies at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -11.5 to win at home against La Salle.</p><h3>LA SALLE EXPLORERS VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like La Salle at +11.5.</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>Will the Explorers Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>La Salle fell to 7-7 on the season after a 79-68 home loss to Loyola Chicago on Wednesday. The Explorers entered the game as +2 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>La Salle trailed 40-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>La Salle's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.9% from the field and 30.8% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 47%. They hit 75% of their free throws, going 6 for 8 from the line, and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, finishing with 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Corey McKeithan led the Explorers with 24 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 50% from deep (5/10). Jayden Dawson and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each contributed 20 points, with Dawson shooting 60% from three and Edwards hitting 57.1% from beyond the arc.</p><p>La Salle's defense gave up 79 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field. The Explorers allowed 27 made field goals on 66 attempts.</p> <p>Defensively, La Salle allowed 19 two-point field goals on 40 attempts (47%) and 8 three-pointers on 26 attempts (30%). They also sent their opponents to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws (75%).</p><h3>Does St. Bonaventure Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies dropped to 13-2 on the season after a 73-68 loss to Saint Louis on Wednesday. St. Bonaventure went into the game as +3.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-28 at halftime, the Bonnies scored 40 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39. The total points for the game ended just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field and 23.5% from three-point range (4/17). Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, and they hit 85.7% of their free throws (12/14). The Bonnies grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>Gibson Jimerson led the way with 28 points, shooting 60.0% overall and 54.5% from deep (6/11). Chance Moore added 23 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 40.0% of his threes (2/5). Noel Brown was efficient inside, shooting 72.7% from the field.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense couldn't contain their opponent, allowing 73 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Bonnies struggled especially inside, where they gave up 66% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, St. Bonaventure's defense allowed 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws.</p>

La Salle Explorers vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Yellow Jackets and Sooners. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151 points, and Oklahoma is favored by -10.5 vs. Georgia Tech.</p><h3>GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS VS OKLAHOMA SOONERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lloyd Noble Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Sooners.</li><li>Even though we have Oklahoma winning straight-up, we like Georgia Tech at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Yellow Jackets Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Georgia Tech improved to 7-0 on the season with an 87-68 win over Central Arkansas on Saturday. The Yellow Jackets were -21.5 point favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 155, just over the 152.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Georgia Tech led 49-38 at halftime and outscored Central Arkansas 38-30 in the second half. While they secured the win, the Yellow Jackets will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Georgia Tech's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and hitting 40.6% from beyond the arc, making 13 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, converting 80% of their attempts.</p> <p>Lance Terry led the way with 25 points, shooting 50% from three (5/10) and 57.1% overall. Naithan George added 11 assists and 16 points, despite shooting just 33.3% from the field. The Yellow Jackets also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 29 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 55% shooting, with the other team making 16 of 29 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia Tech's defense conceded 13 threes on 32 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 80%. Georgia Tech allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Sooners Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Sooners improved to 7-0 after a 69-64 home win over Louisville on Friday. Oklahoma entered the game as +3 underdogs but pulled off the upset, covering the spread.</p> <p>Oklahoma led 39-32 at halftime and held on in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 32. The total points for the game were 133, under the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Oklahoma put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 47.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 17 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.8%, and they connected on 76% of their free throws, going 19 for 25.</p> <p>Jalon Moore led the way with 24 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 66.7% from three. Chucky Hepburn and J'Vonne Hadley each added 12 points, with Hepburn also dishing out 4 assists. Oklahoma had 14 assists as a team, but managed just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense gave up 64 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field, including 48% on two-point attempts (13/27). From beyond the arc, they hit 8 of 17 threes, shooting 47%.</p> <p>The Sooners sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 19 attempts for 76%. Oklahoma limited second-chance opportunities by giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Oklahoma Sooners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

Horse race betting can be traced all the way back to the 1600s in Great Britain, and the actual sport of horse racing goes back even further. With the growth and popularity of legal sports betting, some people have forgotten about betting on horse races.

That is a pretty big mistake, as this is always going to be a sport that comes with some great betting opportunities. The Triple Crown races in the United States are the biggest draw, but there are horse races that take place throughout the year in all parts of the world.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Explorers versus the Billikens? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. This Atlantic 10 conference matchup has an over/under of 152.5 points, and Saint Louis is favored to win by -10.5 at home vs. La Salle.</p><h3>LA SALLE EXPLORERS VS SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chaifetz Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Louis winning straight-up, we like La Salle at +10.5.</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>Can the Explorers Offense Score Enough in St. Louis?</h3><h3>La Salle Explorers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Explorers dropped to 9-8 on the season after an 82-60 loss to the Minutemen on Sunday. La Salle, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 142, which was below the O/U line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>La Salle trailed 33-25 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 49 points while scoring 35 of their own. The Explorers will look to bounce back after this road loss.</p><p>La Salle's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.3% from the field and 31.6% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 39.7%. They also shot just 40% from the free-throw line, hitting only 6 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry was a bright spot, scoring 22 points on 9 of 14 shooting, including 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, and adding 7 assists. Rahsool Diggins and Deuce Jones each contributed 17 points, though Diggins shot just 7 of 20 from the field.</p><p>La Salle's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. The Explorers allowed 50% shooting from two-point range, as their opponents hit 27 of 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, La Salle's opponents shot 30%, making 6 of 20 three-point attempts. The Explorers also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws for 66%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Saint Louis?</h3><h3>Saint Louis Billikens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Louis improved to 9-7 on the season with a 63-59 win over Richmond on Saturday. The Billikens were -6.5 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Saint Louis led 27-23 at halftime and matched Richmond’s 36 points in the second half. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Louis struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 21 threes for a 19% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 41.5% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. Their two-point shooting was a bright spot, as they connected on 56.2% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>Robbie Avila led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the field. Dusan Neskovic added 20 points, hitting 53.8% of his shots. The Billikens managed just 7 assists and 4 offensive rebounds, while shooting 68.2% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Saint Louis put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 38% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Billikens allowed 16 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 of those attempts for 70%. Saint Louis dominated the boards, giving up only 2 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Sycamores and Salukis face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Salukis are hosting the game at Banterra Center in Carbondale, IL. Indiana State is favored by -4.5 in this Missouri Valley conference matchup the against Southern Illinois. The over/under for the game is set at 149.5 points.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Illinois Salukis +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Banterra Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Salukis.</li><li>Not only will Southern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Sycamores Chances on the Road</h3><p>Despite a loss in their last game, Indiana State has been dominant on the road this season. They have won four straight games away from home and have an average scoring margin of +3.5 points per game on the road. Overall, they are 10-3 on the road, compared to 11-1 at home.</p>

<p>For the season, the Sycamores are 22-4, including a 13-2 record in Missouri Valley Conference play. They have been favored in 21 of their 26 games, going 20-1 in those contests. As the favorite, Indiana State has an average scoring margin of +21.2 points per game.</p><p>Indiana State's ATS record this season is 15-10, including a mark of 6-7 on the road. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Sycamores have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149.5 is below the average over/under line of 155.8 in Indiana State's games this season. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 150 points compared to their season average of 157.4 points per game. So far this year, their over/under record is 15-10.</p><p>The Indiana State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 67 points vs. Illinois State. Overall their field goal percentage was 36.4% while connecting on 8 threes. The Indiana State offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 29.4 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 38% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>Currently, the Sycamores' defense holds the 176th rank in the nation, allowing 72.2 points per game. So far, the Indiana State defense is giving up an average of 7.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.5 times per game (555th).</p><h3>Will the Salukis Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Belmont by a score of 82-68, Southern Illinois has a record of 16-10 on the season. They are 8-7 in Missouri Valley Conference play and 8-3 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>At home this season, the Salukis have gone 10-5, and their average scoring margin is +8.5 points per game. Over their last 10 home games, they have gone 6-4.</p><p>As the underdog, Southern Illinois has gone 6-4 vs. the spread this season. Their home ATS record is 9-6, but they have gone just 1-4 ATS in their last five home games and 0-3 ATS in their last three home contests. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Salukis are 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Southern Illinois games is 16-9, and today's line of 149.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (136.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 155 points, and the over/under record for their last three games is 3-0.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Salukis' offense tallied 68 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 72.9 points per game. Xavier Johnson was the leading scorer for the Salukis, putting up 17 points. In addition, Trent Brown contributed 15 points.</p><p>At present, the Salukis' defense is nationally ranked 59th, allowing 67.0 points per game. Southern Illinois' three-point defense is currently 11th in the country at 4.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 43.4% of their shots vs. Southern Illinois.</p>

Indiana State Sycamores vs Southern Illinois Salukis Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Betting on today's Blue Devils and Wolfpack game? Catch the action at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC, as the Wolfpack hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN. Duke is favored by -6 in this Atlantic Coast conference contest against North Carolina State. The game's over/under currently sits at 148 points.</p><h3>DUKE BLUE DEVILS VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina State Wolfpack +6</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, March 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Blue Devils Have a Shot at a Win at Raleigh?</h3><p>As the Duke Blue Devils get set to take on the North Carolina State Wolfpack, they will be looking to extend their two-game win streak. Duke comes into this game with an overall record of 23-6, including a 13-4 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Blue Devils have been favored in 26 of their 29 games, going 22-4 in those contests. On the road, Duke is 6-4, and they come into this game with an average scoring margin of +5.7 points per game away from home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Duke has gone 16-10 vs. the spread. On the road, the Blue Devils are 4-6 ATS this year and 3-6 ATS in their last 10 road games. However, over their last 10 games as the favorite, Duke has an 8-2 ATS mark.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Duke games is 12-15-1, and today's line of 148 is similar to the average OU line of 146.5. So far, 14 of their games have had a lower over/under line than 148, and today's line is similar to the average scoring total in their games of 147.7. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 141 points.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 80.3 points per game, Duke struggled in their previous game. Against Virginia, the Blue Devils scored 73 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.2%. Kyle Filipowski is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 16.8 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Jeremy Roach brings a PPG average of 14.1 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Duke defense is giving up an average of 66.8 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Duke's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.9% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.1% this season.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for North Carolina State?</h3><p>North Carolina State enters this game as a six-point underdog, and they have gone 2-9 this season as the underdog. They are coming off a loss to North Carolina by a score of 79-70, and they have lost two straight games. At home this season, they are 12-4, and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Wolfpack have gone 17-12, and they have gone 9-9 in ACC play. They have gone 8-3 in non-conference games compared to 9-9 in ACC games. For the year, they have been outscored by an average of 4.2 points per game on the road, and they have gone 5-8 away from home.</p><p>As the underdog this season, North Carolina State has a 5-5-1 record against the spread. Their overall ATS mark is 13-15-1. At home, the Wolfpack are 8-8 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, they have gone 5-4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Over their 29 games this season, the over/under record for North Carolina State is 17-11-1. So far, their games have averaged 148.3 points compared to an average over/under line of 147.2, resulting in a margin of +1.2. Today's over/under line of 148 is similar to their average scoring total this year. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 157 points.</p><p>The North Carolina State offense is coming off a game where they scored 70 points against North Carolina. They posted a field goal percentage of 41.7% and connected on 9 threes. Offensively, the Wolfpack hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 219th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 227th in terms of percentage and 205th in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Wolfpack's defense is presently ranked 174th nationally, allowing an average of 72.3 points per contest. In their previous game vs. North Carolina, the Tar Heels finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 79 points vs. North Carolina State.</p>

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<p>UConn is the -7.5 point favorite as they host the Georgia State Panthers in a week 10 non-conference matchup. Kick-off is set for 7:00 ET from Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford. The game can be seen on CBSS. The over/under line is currently 48.5 points. UConn enters the game with a 5-3 record, while Georgia State is 2-5 on the season.</p><h3>GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS VS UCONN HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia State Panthers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Georgia State Panthers winning this one by a score of 30 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Georgia State Panthers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +7.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Georgia State Panthers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Georgia State enters Week 10 against UConn with a 2-5 record, ranked 104th in our power rankings. Their chances of becoming bowl-eligible are slim at 2.9%. They are 0-3 on the road and 1-2 at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Panthers have been favored in two games but lost both, going 0-2 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -8.9 points per game, and they are 2-4 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>Georgia State’s over/under record is 3-2-1, with their games averaging 52.6 points. The average over/under line has been 53.6 points, while this week’s line is set at 48.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 10, Georgia State’s offense is averaging 21.9 points per game, placing them 79th nationally. They are ranked 92nd in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is their strength, ranking 38th in attempts and 32nd in completions, with 247.7 yards per game. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 36.3%, and they rank 97th in rushing, averaging 137.9 yards per game.</p> <p>Christian Veilleux leads the team with 1,301 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and five interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 82. Ted Hurst has 506 receiving yards and six touchdowns. Freddie Brock leads the rushing attack with 497 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry.</p><p>Georgia State's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 30.7 points per game. In their recent game against Appalachian State, they gave up 33 points and 482 total yards, including 299 passing yards and three touchdowns through the air.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 226.4 passing yards per game against Georgia State, completing 62.6% of their passes. The Panthers have also allowed 195.3 rushing yards per game, ranking 147th nationally in rush defense.</p><h3>Are The UConn Huskies Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>UConn enters Week 10 with a 5-3 record and a 4-1 mark at home. They have a 99.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, according to projections. The Huskies are ranked 79th in our power rankings heading into their matchup with Georgia State.</p> <p></p><p>UConn is 4-0 as the favorite this season, with an average scoring margin of +11.1 points per game. Their ATS record stands at 4-3, and they’ve covered in three of four games as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 48.5 points. UConn’s games have averaged 51.9 points, with an average over/under line of 47.6 points. Their over/under record is 3-4 this season.</p><p>UConn’s offense ranks 37th in scoring, with 31.5 points per game, and they are 26th in rushing, averaging 197.9 yards per game on the ground. They also rank 11th in rushing attempts per game, with 40.8. Durell Robinson leads the team with 565 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored five touchdowns.</p> <p>Quarterback Joe Fagnano has thrown for 999 yards and 11 touchdowns, with three interceptions. He has a passer rating of 117. UConn ranks 47th in passing attempts per game, averaging 221 yards per game. Skyler Bell has 581 receiving yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>UConn’s defense has been a bright spot this season, ranking 33rd nationally by allowing just 20.4 points per game. They’ve given up 142.5 rushing yards per game and 188.9 passing yards, ranking 40th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have managed a passer rating of just 73.4 against UConn, the 28th-lowest in the nation.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game, UConn’s defense allowed only 10 points, giving up just 178 total yards. Rice managed 90 rushing yards on 32 attempts and 88 passing yards, completing 14 of 30 passes.</p>

Georgia State Panthers vs UConn Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction 11/1/24

<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Razorbacks game? Catch the action at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR, as the Razorbacks hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on SECN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Arkansas is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Georgia.</p><h3>GEORGIA BULLDOGS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arkansas Razorbacks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Razorbacks.</li><li>Not only will Arkansas pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Georgia Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Georgia dropped to 14-4 on the season after a 70-68 loss to Auburn on Saturday. The Bulldogs were +5.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Georgia trailed 33-27 at halftime but made a strong push in the second half, outscoring Auburn 41-37. Despite the loss, the Bulldogs showed resilience in the second half.</p><p>In their last game, the Bulldogs put up 68 points, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They connected on 35% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-20, while hitting 51.4% of their two-point shots. Free throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 9 of 20 attempts, a 45% rate.</p> <p>Georgia's offense was led by Tahaad Pettiford, who scored 24 points in 22 minutes, hitting 5 of 7 from beyond the arc. Asa Newell added 16 points and 10 rebounds, while Chad Baker-Mazara and Miles Kelly each contributed 13 points. The Bulldogs recorded 12 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Georgia's defense gave up 70 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. They connected on 19 of 37 two-point attempts, hitting at a 51% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia's opponents shot 35%, making 7 of 20 three-point attempts. They also went 9 for 20 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Will the Razorbacks Win at Bud Walton Arena?</h3><h3>Arkansas Razorbacks Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Arkansas fell to 11-7 on the season after an 83-65 road loss to Missouri on Saturday. The Razorbacks entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 148, just under the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Arkansas struggled early, trailing 52-35 at halftime. In the second half, they managed to score 30 points while allowing 31, but it wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>Arkansas struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 23 threes for a 21.7% shooting percentage. Their overall field goal percentage was 44.4%, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. Inside the arc, they fared much better, shooting 57.5% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Caleb Grill and Mark Mitchell led the Razorbacks with 17 points each, with Grill connecting on 3 of 5 threes. Zvonimir Ivišić added 14 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Arkansas finished with 13 assists and 10 offensive rebounds, while hitting just 4 of 8 free throws.</p><p>Arkansas struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 46% shooting from the field. Their opponents shot 45% on two-point attempts, making 18 of 40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arkansas allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 19 times, where they converted 14 free throws (73%).</p>

Georgia Bulldogs vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/25

<p>The Bluejays and Blue Demons are set to face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Blue Demons will host the game at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. Creighton come into this Big East conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 147.5 points.</p><h3>CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS VS DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wintrust Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, January 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Demons.</li><li>Not only will DePaul pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bluejays Ready for a Win at Chicago?</h3><h3>Creighton Bluejays Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Creighton improved to 12-6 on the season with a 68-63 road win over UConn on Saturday. The Bluejays entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Creighton led 35-28 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The game’s total points of 131 fell under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Creighton's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 47.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts (15/25) and connected on 34.8% from beyond the arc (8/23). At the free-throw line, the Bluejays were nearly perfect, going 14/15 for a 93.3% success rate.</p> <p>Jamiya Neal led the way with 24 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Ryan Kalkbrenner added 16 points and 10 rebounds, while Solo Ball and Hassan Diarra each contributed 15 points, with Diarra also dishing out 7 assists. Steven Ashworth chipped in 12 points and 9 assists, despite shooting 37.5% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense held their opponent to 63 points, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Bluejays gave up 20 two-pointers on 39 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Creighton limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line just 5 times, where they made all their attempts. The Bluejays allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will DePaul Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>DePaul Blue Demons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>DePaul improved to 10-9 on the season with a 73-68 road win over Georgetown on Friday. The Blue Demons entered the game as +7 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>DePaul took control early, leading 39-28 at halftime. While they allowed 40 points in the second half, they managed to score 34 of their own to hold on for the win.</p><p>DePaul's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 46.7% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.1%, and they hit 78.6% of their free throws, going 22-for-28 from the line.</p> <p>Malik Mack and Drew Fielder each scored 19 points, with Mack adding 6 assists. CJ Gunn contributed 17 points, hitting 2-of-3 from deep, while Layden Blocker also connected on 2-of-3 threes, finishing with 14 points. NJ Benson was efficient, shooting 5-of-6 from the field and perfect from three-point range.</p><p>DePaul's defense gave up 68 points, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 27 of 65 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 43 shooting for 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul held their opponent to 6 of 22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 8 for 72%. DePaul allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

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