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<p>The 6-32 Washington Wizards will host the 19-20 Phoenix Suns in a non-conference matchup. The Suns are 10.5-point favorites and have lost two straight games. Meanwhile, the Wizards have lost seven in a row and are 15th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will tip-off at 7:00 ET and can be seen on MNMT. The over/under line for this game is 232 points.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS 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 Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-125 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Phoenix Be The Talk of Capital One Arena?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 19-20 on the season after a 122-117 road loss to the Hawks on Tuesday. Phoenix entered the game as -2.5 point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 239, just over the pre-game line of 238.</p> <p>After a 10-0 run that extended their lead from 69-64 to 79-64, the Suns faltered, allowing Atlanta to close the gap and take an 89-87 lead into the 4th quarter. Phoenix was outscored 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Devin Booker and Kevin Durant carried the Suns' offense in their 122-117 loss to the Hawks. Booker hit 7 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 35 points and 5 assists, while Durant added 31 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 65% from the field.</p> <p>Booker scored 14 points in the 4th quarter, while Durant added 14 in the 3rd. The Suns shot 51.2% from the field, with 13 made threes at 37.1%.</p><p>The Suns struggled defensively in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing 33 points in each, as they gave up 122 points to the Hawks. Phoenix did manage to hold Atlanta to 43% shooting overall, but the Hawks hit 17 threes at a 41% clip.</p> <p>Foul trouble also hurt the Suns, with the Hawks getting to the line 26 times and converting 19 free throws. Phoenix allowed 20 offensive rebounds while recording 10 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will Washington Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Washington fell to 6-32 on the season after a 120-106 home loss to the Timberwolves on Monday. The Wizards were +14.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 226, just over the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Washington stayed competitive through three quarters, trailing just 82-79 heading into the 4th. However, an 11-0 run by the Timberwolves, which stretched the score from 93-89 to 100-93, helped Minnesota pull away as they outscored the Wizards 38-27 in the final quarter.</p><p>In their 120-106 loss to the Timberwolves, the Wizards shot 44% from the field, with their three-point shooting standing out at 42.5%, hitting 17 threes. Kyle Kuzma led the team with 22 points, adding 5 assists and 5 rebounds.</p> <p>Jordan Poole contributed 20 points and 7 rebounds, knocking down 4 threes. Bilal Coulibaly added 15 points, shooting 60% from the field and hitting both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>The Wizards held the Timberwolves to 25 points in the 1st quarter and 26 in the 2nd, but their defense faltered in the 3rd and 4th, where they allowed 31 and 38 points, respectively. Overall, Washington gave up 120 points on 49% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Wizards allowed Minnesota to hit 14 threes at a 37% clip. The Timberwolves also went to the line 31 times, making 24 free throws. Washington finished with 26 defensive rebounds, while giving up 14 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Cowboys and Wolf Pack. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Wolf Pack at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 145.5 points, and Nevada is favored by -5.5 against Oklahoma State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS VS NEVADA WOLF PACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 3:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Wolf Pack.</li><li>Even though we have Nevada winning straight-up, we like Oklahoma State at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cowboys Pull Off a Win at Charleston?</h3><h3>Oklahoma State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oklahoma State pulled off an 80-74 win over Miami on Friday, November 22nd, at home. The Cowboys entered the game as +4 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Oklahoma State led 43-27 at halftime but allowed Miami to score 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 themselves. The game’s total points reached 154, just under the O/U line of 158.</p><p>Oklahoma State's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.1%, and they hit 16 of 21 free throws, good for 76.2%.</p> <p>Nijel Pack led the way with 20 points, knocking down 4 of 7 threes. Bryce Thompson added 17 points, while Marchelus Avery contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Oklahoma State's defense gave up 74 points in their latest game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 27 of their 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oklahoma State's opponents connected on 10 of 22 shots, a 45% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 16, shooting 76%. Oklahoma State gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Nevada Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Nevada improved to 3-1 on the season with a 64-61 win over VCU on Friday. The Wolf Pack, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 138-point over/under line.</p> <p>Nevada’s defense was key in the win, as they held VCU to just 27 points in the second half while scoring 41 points themselves. The Wolf Pack had trailed 34-23 at halftime before making adjustments to come back and secure the victory at home.</p><p>Nevada's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, thanks in part to hitting 53.8% from three-point range, connecting on 7 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wolf Pack struggled, shooting just 57.7% on 15 of 26 attempts. Zeb Jackson led the way with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Max Shulga added 17 points and Nick Davidson contributed 15 points on 5 of 7 shooting.</p><p>Nevada's defense gave up 61 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 7 of 13 threes, shooting 53%. Nevada also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 57%. Nevada allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Nevada Wolf Pack NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Spartans and Ospreys. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ospreys at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! UNCG comes into this non-conference matchup as the -1 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146 points.</p><h3>UNCG SPARTANS VS NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +1</p><p>This game will be played at UNF Arena at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-66 in favor of the Ospreys.</li><li>Not only will North Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Spartans Offense Score Enough in Jacksonville?</h3><p>UNCG evened their record at 4-4 with a 67-55 road win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday. The Spartans, who entered the game as 7-point favorites, not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 36-35 at halftime, UNCG's defense stepped up, allowing just 19 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The game’s total points of 122 fell well short of the 149-point O/U line.</p><p>UNCG's offense put up 67 points in their latest game, shooting just 36.4% from the field. They connected on 40% of their threes, hitting 12 of 30 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, making only 32% of their two-point shots (8/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, converting 15 of 18 attempts for an 83.3% rate.</p> <p>Kenyon Giles led the way with 25 points, shooting 50% from both the field (9/18) and from three (5/10). Ryan Forrest added 18 points, but hit just 28.6% of his shots (6/21) and 18.2% from deep (2/11). The Spartans grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and recorded 11 assists as a team.</p><p>UNCG's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 37% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the other team to just 3 made threes on 23 attempts, a 13% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opponent shot 54%, converting 18 of 33 two-point attempts. From the free-throw line, they went 10/13, hitting 76% of their foul shots. UNCG also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can North Florida Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>North Florida dropped to 4-4 on the season after a 93-91 road loss to Georgia Southern on Saturday. Entering the game as +2 underdogs, the Ospreys pushed against the spread.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 36-31 at halftime but scored 52 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 47 points in the 2nd half, leading to the high-scoring affair, which went over the O/U line of 163.5 points.</p><p>North Florida put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a strong 63.6% shooting inside the arc. From three-point range, they hit 31.1% of their attempts, going 14-for-45.</p> <p>Jasai Miles led the way with 30 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 6-of-12 from deep. Nakavieon White added 20 points and 10 boards, while Josh Harris shot 75% from the field, finishing with 19 points. Eren Banks also shot 75%, connecting on 3-of-5 threes.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled, giving up 93 points on 49% shooting. They allowed 36 field goals on 73 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Ospreys gave up 27 two-pointers on 49 shots, a 55% success rate. From three, they allowed 9 makes on 24 attempts, or 37% shooting.</p>

UNCG Spartans vs North Florida Ospreys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Wolverines and Bengals face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bengals are hosting the game at Reed Gym in Pocatello, ID. The over/under for this game is set at 135.5 points, and Idaho State is favored by -1.5 against Utah Valley in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES VS IDAHO STATE BENGALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho State Bengals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Gym at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO STATE BENGALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Bengals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Utah Valley Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Wolverines fell to 4-6 on the season after a 70-66 loss to Jacksonville State on Saturday. Utah Valley entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined 136 points fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Utah Valley trailed 32-31 at halftime and were outscored 38-35 in the 2nd half. They’ll look to bounce back after another close loss.</p><p>Utah Valley struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 20.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 6 of 29 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they managed 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jaron Pierre Jr. led the way with 26 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 3 of 6 from deep. Dominick Nelson added 20 points, while Tanner Toolson contributed 19 points and 8 boards, despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Utah Valley's defense gave up 70 points in this one, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they held the other team to 38% shooting, as they made just 15 of 39 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Utah Valley allowed 8 made threes on 16 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 80%. Utah Valley gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Bengals Chances at Home</h3><h3>Idaho State Bengals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Idaho State improved to 2-5 on the season with a 71-55 win over Oral Roberts on Saturday, December 7th. Playing at home, the Bengals entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 32-28 at halftime, Idaho State held Oral Roberts to just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39 of their own. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p><p>Idaho State's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 18 threes for an 11.1% rate, but connected on 53.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Bengals were strong from the free-throw line, making 23 of 27 attempts (85.2%), and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds. Dylan Darling dished out 9 assists, and Jake O'Neil pulled down 19 rebounds, despite shooting 4 of 12 from the field.</p><p>Idaho State's defense held their opponent to just 55 points, allowing them to shoot 40% from the field on 23 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent connected on 21 of 39 shots, good for 53% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Idaho State limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% success rate. The opponent also went 23 of 27 from the free-throw line, shooting 85%. Idaho State gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Utah Valley Wolverines vs Idaho State Bengals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Black Bears and Highlanders face off at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. The Highlanders are hosting the game at NJIT Wellness and Events Center in Newark, NJ. Maine is favored by -9 in this America East conference contest against NJIT. The game's over/under currently sits at 129.5 points.</p><h3>MAINE BLACK BEARS VS NJIT HIGHLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: NJIT Highlanders +9</p><p>This game will be played at NJIT Wellness and Events Center at 11:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NJIT HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Highlanders.</li><li>Not only will NJIT pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Maine Shock Everyone at NJIT Wellness and Events Center?</h3><p>Maine evened their season record at 8-8 with an 87-66 win over Albany on Saturday. Playing at home, the Black Bears entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Maine led 43-31 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Albany 44-35. The game’s total points of 153 went over the pre-game line of 143.</p><p>Maine's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points with a 56.4% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 47.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 23, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 77.8% of their shots. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%.</p> <p>Jaden Clayton and AJ Lopez each contributed 16 points, with Clayton adding 7 assists. Christopher Mantis hit 5 threes, finishing with 17 points in just 20 minutes. The Black Bears had 24 assists as a team, but managed only 2 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even with Maine's defense allowing 66 points, they couldn't capitalize on the offensive end. The Black Bears shot 56% from the field, going 31/55 overall. Inside the arc, they were 20/32, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Maine connected on 11/23 shots, shooting 47%. They also went 14/18 from the free-throw line, making 77% of their attempts. The Black Bears gave up just 2 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can NJIT Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>NJIT fell to 2-14 on the season after a 70-62 loss to Massachusetts-Lowell on Saturday. Despite being +20 point underdogs, the Highlanders kept things closer than expected. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>NJIT trailed 39-26 at halftime but outscored the River Hawks 36-31 in the 2nd half. While they couldn’t complete the comeback, they showed some fight in the latter stages of the game.</p><p>In their last game, NJIT's offense struggled, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they hit 35% from beyond the arc, making 7 of 20 attempts. Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they connected on just 5 of 9 attempts for 55.6%.</p> <p>Martin Somerville led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 9 from three-point range and adding 6 assists. Sebastian Robinson contributed 21 points and 6 assists, despite shooting 38.5% overall. Max Brooks was efficient, making 7 of 10 shots and grabbing 14 rebounds.</p><p>Even with NJIT holding their opponents to 70 points, the Highlanders couldn’t come away with the win. They limited the damage by allowing just 37% shooting from the field, including 39% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NJIT gave up 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 9 times, where they hit 5 free throws. NJIT allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Maine Black Bears vs NJIT Highlanders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Retrievers face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Retrievers are hosting the game at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore, MD. The odds for this America East conference game currently have UMBC as the -14.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS VS UMBC RETRIEVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Retrievers.</li><li>Even though we have UMBC winning straight-up, we like New Hampshire at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Win in Baltimore?</h3><h3>New Hampshire Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats picked up a rare win on Saturday, January 11th, defeating Binghamton 79-72 at home. New Hampshire, now 1-15 on the season, entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>New Hampshire trailed 42-37 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Binghamton 42-30. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Sami Pissis led the way for New Hampshire with 30 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 of 9 from beyond the arc. Tymu Chenery contributed 18 points, 6 assists, and shot 66.7% from deep, while Gavin Walsh added 17 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Wildcats shot 47.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 44.4% of their 3-point attempts, going 8 for 18, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>New Hampshire's defense gave up 72 points in their previous game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, including 48% on two-point attempts (18/37). From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 8 of their 18 three-point shots, good for 44%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, New Hampshire's opponents went 19/28, shooting 67%. The Wildcats also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Retrievers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>UMBC Retrievers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UMBC improved to 7-8 on the season with an 87-64 road win over NJIT on Thursday. The Retrievers, who were favored by eight points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 151 points went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-30 at halftime, UMBC turned things around in the second half, outscoring NJIT 57-27 to secure the win.</p><p>UMBC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 87 points with a field goal percentage of 53.4%. They connected on 59.5% of their two-point attempts and 37.5% from beyond the arc, while hitting 86.4% of their free throws. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 58.6%.</p> <p>Bryce Johnson led the way with 28 points and 5 assists, shooting 64.3% from the field and 66.7% from three. Sebastian Robinson added 22 points and 3 assists, shooting 58.8% overall. Regimantas Ciunys was a key contributor, hitting 80% of his shots and grabbing 8 rebounds in just 18 minutes.</p><p>UMBC gave up 64 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts (23/42). They managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, UMBC's opponent went 9/13, hitting 69% of their shots. The Retrievers also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in this game.</p>

<p>The Bobcats and Zips are set to face off at 6:00 ET on CBSS. The Zips will host the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158 points, and Akron is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Ohio.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Not only will Akron pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Akron Possible for the Bobcats?</h3><h3>Ohio Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Ohio improved to 9-6 on the season with an 86-71 win over Ball State on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Bobcats entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Ohio led 45-35 at halftime and continued to play well in the second half, outscoring Ball State 41-36. The game’s total points reached 157, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p><p>Ohio's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 54.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.3%, thanks in part to their 65% shooting on two-point attempts (26/40). From beyond the arc, they connected on 8 of 22 threes, shooting 36.4%.</p> <p>The Bobcats also added 10 points from the free-throw line, hitting 62.5% of their attempts. They grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Mickey Pearson Jr. led the way with 19 points, while Aidan Hadaway and Jackson Paveletzke each contributed 15 points, with Paveletzke also adding 6 assists.</p><p>Ohio's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 71 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. The Bobcats had a tough time containing two-point shots, as their opponents connected on 65% of their attempts, going 26/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's defense allowed 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 62%. Ohio gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Zips Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Akron Zips Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Zips improved to 9-5 on the season with an 85-78 win over Toledo on Tuesday. Akron, who were -8 favorites, didn’t cover the spread in this one. The total points for the game hit 163, just over the O/U line of 161.5.</p> 

<p>Akron had to rally in this game, as they were down 42-30 at halftime. They turned things around in the second half, outscoring Toledo 55-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Akron put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, with a strong 56.5% inside the arc, but just 31% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Nate Johnson led the way with 28 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 52.2% overall, though he struggled from deep, going 1 for 7. Akron dished out 21 assists and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, with Amani Lyles contributing 16 points on 7 of 9 shooting in just 20 minutes.</p><p>Akron's defense gave up 78 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the other team hitting 56% of their two-point attempts, going 26/46.</p> <p>From three-point range, Akron held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 9 made threes on 29 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 6, shooting 66%. Akron allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Akron Zips NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Nets and Heat face off at 7:30 ET on BSSU. The Heat are hosting the game at Kaseya Center in Miami, FL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 222.5 points, and the Heat are favored to win at home against the Nets.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets +6</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, November 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 107-102 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Jimmy Butler finishing with Jimmy Butler points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.8% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Brooklyn Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Brooklyn is coming off a recent victory against the Charlotte Hornets, with a final score of 133-121. This win helped the Nets achieve a 1-2 overall record.</p><p>Leading the Nets against the Hornets, Cam Thomas emerged as Brooklyn's top scorer with 33 points, followed by Mikal Bridges who contributed 24 points and 7 rebounds, securing his position as the second leading scorer.</p><p>On offense, the Brooklyn Nets had a possessions/pace of 103.17 in their most recent game against the Charlotte Hornets. They managed to achieve a field goal percentage of 56.3% and a three-point shooting rate of 12/33.</p><p>Brooklyn's defense is coming off a game where they recorded 13 turnovers forced and 8 shots blocked, but also allowed 121 points. Notably, their defensive performance showcased success in forcing turnovers and blocking shots, while also limiting the Hornets to a 56.3% field goal percentage.</p><h3>Can the Heat Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Miami is coming off a loss in their previous game against the Bucks with a score of 122-114, resulting in a 1-3 overall record. Despite being the underdog with a spread of +7.5, Miami failed to cover the spread and lost by 8 points.</p><p>Miami's leading scorer was Tyler Herro, who scored 35 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists for the Heat against the Bucks. In contrast, Duncan Robinson contributed 15 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist.</p><p>Miami is coming off a game where they had a 95% success rate in free throw shooting, making 19 out of 20 attempts. In field goal shooting, they had a 47.7% success rate, making 41 out of 86 shots, including 13 out of 34 three point shots for a 38.2% success rate.</p><p>On defense vs. the Bucks, Miami's defense achieved 7 steals, 33 defensive rebounds, and allowed 122 points. Additionally, the Heat forced 14 turnovers and blocked 2 shots during the contest.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Oilers and Canucks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Canucks at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. Get ready to place your bets! The Oilers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Pacific division matchup against the Canucks. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, May 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canucks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canucks on the moneyline (+111)</li><li>The Canucks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Oilers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Oilers have gone 49-27-6 and are currently sitting in 5th place in the Western Conference. In the Pacific Division, they are in 2nd place. On the road, Edmonton has gone 21-18-2 and have dropped their last two games away from home.</p>

<p>When favored, the Oilers have gone 45-20-6 this season. Over their last ten games, Edmonton has gone 5-5 and have won each of their last three games. Against other Western Conference teams, the Oilers have gone 30-20 this season.</p></p><p>On the season, the Oilers have a puck line record of 38-44, including going 15-26 on the road. They have 35 wins by multiple goals compared to just 14 wins by one goal. In their last ten road games, the Oilers have gone just 2-8 vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>So far, Edmonton has been favored in 71 of their games, and their average scoring margin when favored is +1.1 goals per game. Overall, their average scoring margin is +.7 goals per contest. Currently, the Oilers have dropped two straight games vs. the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Edmonton have an average of 6.5 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.6. In terms of their over/under performance, the Oilers come in with a record of 35-44-3.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Oilers offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 2. Edmonton posted an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>The Oilers come into the game scoring an average of 3.6 goals per game, putting them 4th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 1st in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Oilers offense is 4th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 17th in the NHL.</p><p>Edmonton's leading scorer is Zach Hyman. So far, he has 54 goals which is 3rd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 23 assists so far.</p><p>Vancouver defense takes on the Oilers ranked 26th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.5 shots per game against Vancouver. They also are 8th in shutouts, with 6 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Stuart Skinner comes into the game having made 57 starts this season. So far, his record is 36-16 and he has a save percentage of 0.931%.</p><h3>Can Vancouver Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Canucks have gone 27-9-5, and they have a 50-23-9 record overall. In the Western Conference, Vancouver is in 3rd place and 1st in the Pacific Division. Against other Western Conference teams, the Canucks have gone 29-21 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Vancouver has gone 6-4, and they have won two of their last three games. As the underdog, the Canucks have gone 15-9-3 this season, and they have been the favorite in 55 of their 82 games.</p></p><p>On the season, Vancouver has gone 41-41 against the puck line, including a mark of 21-20 at home. So far, the Canucks have 31 wins by multiple goals and come into the game with an average scoring margin of +.7 goals per game.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games at home, Vancouver has gone just 3-7 against the puck line and 2-3 vs. the puck line in their last five at home. In their last three games, the Canucks have gone 2-1 against the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Vancouver's games have an average of 6.1 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.3. The Canucks come in with an over/under performance of 41-37-4.</p><p>Through their last three road games, Edmonton has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 2-1 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Canucks come in averaging 3.4 goals per game this season, which is 6th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 26th in the league. This season, the Canucks have a 27-9 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 22-13 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Vancouver's offense is Brock Boeser. Coming into the game he has 40 goals, ranking 17th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 33 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Canucks are currently 26th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.5 shots per game against Vancouver. They also are 8th in shutouts, coming in with 6 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Arturs Silovs comes into the game having made four starts this season. So far, his record is 3-0 and he has a save percentage of 0.267%.</p>

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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.
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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.

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<p>Betting on today's Grizzlies and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Dee Events Center in Ogden, UT, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 145.5 points, and Weber State is favored by -2.5 vs. Montana in a Big Sky conference matchup.</p><h3>MONTANA GRIZZLIES VS WEBER STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Weber State Wildcats -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dee Events Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEBER STATE 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 Weber State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Montana Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Montana Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Montana fell to 7-7 on the season after an 81-57 home loss to Northern Colorado on Saturday. The Grizzlies were -2.5 point favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Montana trailed 43-26 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 31 points while allowing 38. The total points for the game were 138, which was under the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Montana struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.9%, and they hit only 19% of their three-point attempts, going 4-for-21 from deep. At the free-throw line, they connected on 59.1%, making 13 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>Brock Wisne was a bright spot for the Grizzlies, shooting 75% from the field and finishing with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Isaiah Hawthorne and Langston Reynolds each added 17 points, with Reynolds also grabbing 15 rebounds. Montana finished with 10 assists and 8 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Even though Montana gave up 81 points, they held their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, with 20 made field goals on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, their opponent shot 43%, converting 16 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>Montana's defense was particularly effective from deep, limiting their opponent to 19% shooting on threes, with only 4 makes on 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, their opponent shot 59%, hitting 13 of 22. Montana also allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wildcats Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Weber State improved to 4-10 on the season with a 77-69 road win over Idaho State on Saturday. The Wildcats entered the game as +4 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>Weber State led 36-30 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game were 146, going over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Weber State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 58.8% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 66.7%. They hit 65.7% of their two-point attempts and connected on 43.8% from beyond the arc, making 7 threes in 16 attempts.</p> <p>Dylan Darling led the way with 28 points, while Dyson Koehler knocked down 6 of 8 threes, finishing with 21 points. Vasilije Vucinic and Blaise Threatt each added 17 points, with Threatt shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Weber State gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Wildcats allowed 57% shooting, as the other team went 16 for 28 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Weber State held the opposition to 22% shooting, as they made just 6 of 27 attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they hit 19 free throws for 70%. Weber State allowed 18 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-286) will take on the Portland Trail Blazers (+233) in a Western Conference matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 7 points and have won three straight games. The Trail Blazers are 8-12 and are 13th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Moda Center in Portland and can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +7</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 9:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 154-94 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 43.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 106-94 win over the Jazz on Saturday, the Mavericks improved to 12-8 for the season. Dallas, favored by six points going into the game, covered the spread with a 12-point victory. The total score of 200 points fell well short of the 230-point O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Mavericks went on a 13-0 run, taking the lead from 30-20 to 33-30. After a strong 1st quarter, outscoring Utah 40-22, Dallas allowed the Jazz to close the gap in the 2nd quarter. However, they edged Utah 30-27 in the 3rd and 20-18 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks to a win over the Jazz, scoring 30 points and hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% rate. He also added 9 assists and 7 rebounds. Quentin Grimes chipped in 24 points, knocking down 5 threes.</p> <p>Dallas shot 45.6% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 15 threes. P.J. Washington contributed 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Daniel Gafford added 14 points.</p><p>The Mavericks put on a defensive clinic against the Jazz, holding them to just 94 points on Saturday. Dallas gave up 22 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in both the 2nd and 3rd, but they clamped down in the 4th, allowing only 18 points to secure the win.</p> <p>Dallas limited Utah to 35% shooting from the field, including just 9 made threes on 23% shooting from beyond the arc. The Mavericks also racked up 12 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will Portland Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Portland improved to 8-12 on the season with a 115-106 win over the Kings on Friday. The Trail Blazers, who were +7 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total of 221 points fell just short of the O/U line of 225.</p> <p>Portland turned the game around with strong 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring Sacramento 62-42. They entered the 4th quarter with an 87-72 lead, and despite being outscored 34-28 in the final period, they held on for the win.</p><p>Deandre Ayton's 26 points and 9 rebounds on 57.9% shooting led the Trail Blazers to a win over the Kings, with Portland shooting 51.1% from the field. Anfernee Simons added 21 points and 9 assists, while Deni Avdija contributed 20 points, hitting 4 threes at 44.4%.</p> <p>The Blazers made 11 threes, shooting just 29.7% from deep. Simons scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, and Shaedon Sharpe added 8 of his 14 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 30 points in the 1st quarter, the Trail Blazers tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 20 and 22 points, respectively, to help secure the win. Portland gave up 34 points in the 4th but still held the Kings to 106 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>The Blazers sent the Kings to the line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws. From beyond the arc, Sacramento hit 15 threes at a 35% clip. Portland finished with 10 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p>

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