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<p>At 8:00 ET, the 12th ranked Brooklyn Nets (11-18) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (16-12). The Bucks are favored by 10.5 points and have won two straight games, while the Nets have lost two in a row.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-73 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Brooklyn Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 11-18 on the season after a 110-95 road loss to the Heat on Monday. Brooklyn entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 15. The total points for the game were 205, falling short of the 210.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn started poorly, allowing 39 points in the 1st quarter, but bounced back by winning the 2nd quarter 29-19. They trailed 83-78 going into the 4th but were outscored 27-17 in the final period.</p><p>In their 110-95 loss to the Heat, the Nets shot just 39.3% from the field, with their three-point shooting at 38.2%, hitting 13 threes. Noah Clowney and Cameron Johnson each scored 19 points, with Clowney hitting 4 threes and Johnson adding 3.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 15 points, and Tyrese Martin added 14, scoring 8 of those in the 3rd quarter. Clowney and Johnson both had strong 2nd quarters, with Clowney scoring 8 points and Johnson adding 7.</p><p>The Nets gave up 39 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 19. They allowed 25 points in the 3rd and 27 in the 4th, giving up 110 points in the loss.</p> <p>Brooklyn allowed Miami to shoot 49% from the field, including 41% from three, with the Heat hitting 17 threes. The Nets sent Miami to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, the Nets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 16-12 on the season with a 112-91 road win over the Bulls on Monday. Milwaukee, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with a dominant +21 point margin.</p> <p>A 12-0 run early on helped the Bucks jump out to a 33-17 lead after the 1st quarter. Chicago edged Milwaukee 28-26 in the 2nd quarter, but the Bucks responded by outscoring the Bulls 33-27 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 92-72 lead, Milwaukee held the Bulls to 19 points in the final quarter, while scoring 20. The game’s total of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their win over the Bulls, the Bucks connected on 18 threes, shooting 41.9% from deep. Their overall field goal percentage was 46%.</p> <p>Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, with Middleton adding 10 in the 2nd quarter. Bobby Portis contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Bucks put on a defensive clinic against the Bulls on Monday, holding them to just 91 points. Milwaukee started strong, allowing only 17 points in the 1st quarter and capped the game with a 19-point 4th quarter. Overall, the Bucks limited the Bulls to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Milwaukee was particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where Chicago shot just 20%, making only 10 threes. The Bucks also sent the Bulls to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9. Milwaukee finished the game with 42 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 1 block.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

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<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Braxton Garrett will get the start for the Marlins (55-48, 31-20 home) as they host the Tigers (46-57, 24-27 away) at loanDepot Park. The Tigers will give the starting nod to Reese Olson. Check out my prediction for game one of this interleague matchup between the Detroit Tigers and Miami Marlins.</p><h3>DETROIT TIGERS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Tigers +127</p><p>This game will be played at loanDepot Park at 6:40 ET on Friday, July 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>The Tigers will be taking on a Marlins club that is just 2-3 over their last five games.</li><li>As the favorite on the road, the Tigers' win streak currently stands at two games.</li><li>Opponents are hitting a healthy .356 against Braxton Garrett in his last two starts.</li></ul><h3>DETROIT TIGERS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On a record of 46-57, the Tigers find themselves in 3rd place in the AL Central. When playing away from home, Detroit is just 24-27 and come into the game with an overall series record of 15-16-3.</p><p><p>Reese Olson has been a starter for the Tigers this season, with an overall record of 1-4. Through 10 appearances, his ERA stands at 4.53 and his K/9 is 9.27. His FIP is 3.99 and OBP is .265.</p></p><p>Detroit's loss in the last game Olson pitched was a 5-4 defeat to the Padres. The right-hander went five innings, surrendering five earned runs on seven hits.</p><p>So far this season, the Tigers' has gone deep 96 times, placing them 21st in the league. Over Detroit's previous five games, they are 15th in runs scored, with their season average of 3.9 runs per game putting them 28th in the league. The Tigers' overall team batting average stands at .231 along with an OBP of .298.</p><p>Over the Tigers' past five contests, Riley Greene has accumulated the most hits, batting .463 in this span. This season, Greene is hitting .310 and has knocked in 23 runs.</p><h3>WILL THE MIAMI MARLINS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Throughout the season, the Marlins have taken advantage of playing at home, posting a series record of 10-6 at loanDepot Park. Their overall record of 55-48 puts Miami 3rd in the NL East. Against the runline, their overall record is 48-55 and 22-29 at home. This year's Marlins' games have an over/under record of 48-52.</p><p><p>Braxton Garrett will take the mound for Miami with a 5-3 record. He has made 20 appearances this season, boasting an ERA of 4.32 and a K/9 of 9.99. His FIP stands at 3.67, and his OBP is .293.</p></p><p>Braxton Garrett is hoping to rebound from a subpar performance against the Rockies. In Miami's 6-1 defeat, he allowed six runs in three innings of action.</p><p>During their last five games, Miami is the 18th ranked offense in terms of batting average. In these games, they have hit a combined .215 and are averaging 3 runs per game. Across the entire season, the Marlins are hitting .263 with an OBP of .320 while averaging 4.1 runs per contest. This figure puts them 26th in the league.</p><p>The Miami Marlins have seen Luis Arraez lead the team in hits over their last five games, batting an impressive .417. On the season, Arraez has been a force at the plate, boasting a .376 average and 51 RBIs.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction 7/28/23

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Sharks and Canucks face off at 9:00 ET on NBCS. The Canucks are hosting the game at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Canucks to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>The Canucks should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped their record to 11-20-6 this season. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 5 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> <p>The Sharks took a 1-0 lead in the second period, but the Canucks responded with three unanswered goals. San Jose managed to tie it up at 2-2 in the third, only to give up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>The Sharks fired 23 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to the Canucks, with Nico Sturm netting his second goal of the season at 17:23 in the second period. Mikael Granlund followed with his sixth goal, scoring at 1:17 in the third period.</p> <p>San Jose had 16 giveaways and failed to convert on the power play. Tyler Toffoli picked up his fifth assist, while William Eklund added his seventh. Luke Kunin also contributed with his third assist of the season.</p><p>San Jose's defense gave up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks had previously tied the game at 2-2 with 1:17 remaining. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and an 89.3% save percentage, while the Sharks' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Is It the Canucks Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Vancouver improved to 16-11-7 with a 3-2 road win over the Sharks. The Canucks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the 5 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind in the second period, Vancouver tied it up at 5:19. They took the lead at 15:38 in the third, but the Sharks responded with a goal at 18:43. The Canucks secured the win with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He found the net at 14:41 in the second period and then again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but also had 25 giveaways. They were held scoreless in the first period before Suter got them on the board in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense gave up the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and also allowed a late equalizer at 18:43 in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Huskies? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FOX. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. Gonzaga is favored by -1.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153 points.</p><h3>GONZAGA BULLDOGS VS CONNECTICUT HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Connecticut Huskies +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CONNECTICUT HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-65 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Connecticut pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for Gonzaga as Away Favorites</h3><h3>Gonzaga Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 7-2 on the season after a 90-89 road loss to Kentucky on Saturday. Gonzaga, who entered the game as 6-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 179 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 166.5.</p> 

<p>Gonzaga appeared to be in control after leading 50-34 at halftime, but they faltered in the second half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 45. The loss raises questions about their ability to close out games, especially on the road.</p><p>Gonzaga's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 46.5% from the field. They were dominant inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 6 of 27 threes (22.2%).</p> <p>Graham Ike led the way with 28 points and 11 rebounds, while Andrew Carr added 19 points on 66.7% shooting. Ryan Nembhard contributed 13 points and 10 assists, and the Bulldogs grabbed 15 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Gonzaga's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 27 of 50 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Gonzaga held their opponent to 28% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 25 attempts. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 15 free throws at an 83% rate. Gonzaga gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Connecticut Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 7-3 on the season after a 76-65 road win over Texas on Sunday. The Huskies entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Connecticut jumped out to a 42-24 lead at halftime, but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game ended at 141, which was right on the O/U line.</p><p>Connecticut's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field and 45% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 59.3%. They also dished out 21 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, helping them to a 76-point performance.</p> <p>Tre Johnson led the way with 24 points and 4 assists, while Alex Karaban added 21 points and 11 rebounds. Arthur Kaluma was also a key contributor, hitting 3 of 4 threes and finishing with 20 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Connecticut's defense held their opponent to 65 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field. Inside the arc, they limited the opposition to 39% shooting, with just 13 made two-point baskets out of 33 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Connecticut's defense gave up 8 threes on 17 attempts, a 47% shooting clip. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 shots, shooting 62%. Connecticut allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Connecticut Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

The Baltimore Orioles will be taking on their divisional rival Toronto Blue Jays. The matchup will get going at 7:07 p.m. ET and fans can tune in to Mid-Atlantic Sports Network to catch the action.
<h2>Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays Odds</h2>
Oddsmakers are listing Toronto (-145) as the favorite over Baltimore (+135). If you think this game's total will finish below 10 runs, then bookmakers are currently offering even money odds (+100) to play the under. Taking the over can return -120 odds. The game's most recent runline odds stand at -160 for picking the Orioles +1.5 runs and +140 for the Blue Jays -1.5.

The Blue Jays are 78-78 against the spread (ATS), but only 64-93 straight up (SU). The team has lost 15.7 units for bettors taking the moneyline and 5.3 units ATS. Toronto has covered the spread five times in its last seven games and the total has gone over in four of those seven. The Orioles, on the other hand, have gone 51-106 SU this year and are 65-91 ATS. They've lost 21.3 units for gamblers taking the moneyline and 32.6 units ATS. Baltimore has covered the spread just twice over its last seven games and the over has cashed in four of those seven.

Blue Jays games have a 72-75-9 over/under record in 2019. Baltimore has been a good over bet with a total record of 79-65-12.

Right-hander Dylan Bundy will get the nod for the visiting Orioles. Bundy (6-14, 4.89 ERA) has recorded 156 punchouts in 154.2 innings so far. He's 1-0 with 21 strikeouts and a 2.12 ERA against Toronto this year (three starts).

The Blue Jays are preparing to start Anthony Kay (1-0, 5.79 ERA), who has 13 strikeouts and five walks, along with a WHIP of 1.43. Kay is 1-0 with three strikeouts and a 4.50 ERA against Baltimore this year.

Baltimore’s pitching staff allowed 6.1 runs per game and its starting pitchers own a 5.66 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 7.03 K/9. The bullpen has logged an ERA of 5.84, along with a K-per-9 of 8.58.

Orioles hitters have slashed .246/.311/.414 on their way to 4.5 runs scored per game in 2019, including 4.2 runs per game against divisional foes and 5.4 per game over the team's last five contests (2-3 SU).

Second baseman Jonathan Villar and outfielder Trey Mancini have led Baltimore’s offense. Villar is slashing .275/.341/.460 with 24 home runs, 71 RBIs, 108 runs and 38 stolen bases, while Mancini (.286/.358/.530) is up to 34 homers, 93 RBIs and 101 runs scored.

In the home-team dugout, Toronto’s pitchers have allowed 5.1 runs per game overall in 2019. Its starters have a 5.33 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 7.5 strikeouts per nine innings. The bullpen has a 4.30 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 9.0 K/9. In 71 games against divisional opponents, Blue Jays starters have an ERA of 5.69 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.50.

Toronto’s hitters have produced 4.5 runs per contest, including 5.0 per game against divisional foes and 5.6 per game over their last five. The team has a slash-line of .238/.311/.471 over its last five matchups and is 3-2 SU during that span.

Right fielder Randal Grichuk and third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have led the Blue Jays' offense this year. Grichuk is slashing .236/.285/.463 with 31 home runs, 79 RBIs and 74 runs scored, while Guerrero Jr.'s line is .276/.344/.442 with 15 homers, 69 RBIs and 52 runs.

The Blue Jays have lost 16.1 units and are 53-51 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher. The over has hit in 50 of those games, compared to 47 that've gone under against righty starters.
<h3>Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays Free MLB Tip</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Blue Jays, ATS Winner – Orioles, O/U – UNDER
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Baltimore has recorded 18 extra-base hits over its last five outings. Toronto has 21 XBH over its last five.

Baltimore has posted 25.2 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 outings and 22.6 over its last five.

The Orioles have hit 17 home runs in their last 10 games, including 10 over their last five.

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Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays Free Pick 09/24/19

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Denver Nuggets (-140) will take on the Phoenix Suns (+119) in a Western Conference matchup. The Nuggets are favored by 2.5 points and have won two straight games. The Suns have lost three in a row and are 11th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Footprint Center in Phoenix and can be seen on ABC. The over/under line for the game is 234 points.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 151-142 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Denver Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Denver improved to 16-11 on the season with a dominant 117-90 win over the Suns on Monday. The Nuggets, who were favored by 4.5 points, easily covered the spread with the 27-point victory. The game’s total points of 207 fell well short of the 232.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Denver took control with a 45-28 third quarter, extending their lead to 100-79 heading into the 4th. The Suns had an 11-0 run earlier, but Denver responded by holding Phoenix to just 11 points in the final quarter.</p><p>Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets to a 117-90 win over the Suns, scoring 32 points and hitting 4 threes at 66.7%. He shot 70.6% from the field and added 7 assists. Michael Porter Jr. contributed 24 points, shooting 83.3% from the floor.</p> <p>Denver connected on 16 threes, shooting 39% from deep, and finished with a 51.1% overall shooting percentage. Jokić scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, while Porter added 14 points in the 1st.</p><p>The Nuggets put on a defensive clinic against the Suns, holding them to just 90 points on 39% shooting. Denver's defense was especially strong in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 11 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns hit 13 threes at a 39% clip. The Nuggets sent Phoenix to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Denver also recorded 6 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Suns Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-14 on the season after a 117-90 road loss to the Nuggets on Monday. Phoenix, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, losing by 27 points. The total points for the game were 207, well below the 232.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Phoenix went on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 43-35 to 54-35, but Denver took control after that. The Nuggets outscored the Suns 45-28 in the 3rd quarter and held them to just 11 points in the 4th.</p><p>In their 117-90 loss to the Nuggets, the Suns shot just 39.8% from the field, though they connected on 39.4% of their three-pointers, hitting 13 from deep. Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal each scored 23 points, with Beal knocking down 5 threes at a 71.4% clip.</p> <p>Durant shot 53.3% overall and added 9 rebounds, while Beal scored 13 of his points in the 3rd quarter. Tyus Jones was the only other Sun to score more than 8 points, finishing with 9 on 50% shooting.</p><p>The Suns struggled defensively in the 3rd quarter, giving up 45 points, which contributed to their 117-90 loss to the Nuggets. Phoenix allowed Denver to shoot 51% from the field, including 39% from beyond the arc, where the Nuggets hit 16 threes.</p> <p>Despite the defensive issues, the Suns limited the Nuggets to just 11 free throw attempts, of which they made 9. Phoenix recorded 30 defensive rebounds but allowed 11 offensive boards. They also finished with 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

<p>The Lancers and Bulldogs are set to face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN2. The Bulldogs will host the game at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena in High Point, NC. This Big South conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and UNC Asheville is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Longwood.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNC Asheville Bulldogs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will UNC Asheville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Longwood?</h3><p>Longwood is 20-13 this season, including a 7-10 mark in Big South action. They have won two straight games, including a 69-56 victory over Winthrop.</p>

<p>On the road, the Lancers are 6-10 this season, and their average scoring margin is +1.2. Overall, they have been the underdog in eight games, going 1-7.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Longwood has gone 4-4 vs. the spread. On the road, they have an ATS mark of 8-8 and have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Lancers have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Longwood's over/under record this season is 15-14 and today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (141.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 143 points and their OU record during their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>Against Winthrop, the Longwood had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 75.3 points per game. They scored 69 points and posted a field goal percentage of 39.7% in the game. The top scorer for the Lancers was Walyn Napper with 20 points, while Emanuel Richards also added 11 to the scoreboard.</p><p>At this time, the Lancers' defense is positioned 78th in the country, permitting 68.4 points per game. Longwood's three-point defense is currently 114th in the country at 6.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.3% of their shots vs. Longwood.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for UNC Asheville?</h3><p>UNC Asheville enters this game as the favorite, as they have been in 17 of their 33 games this season, going 15-2 in those games. At home, the Bulldogs are 10-4 this season, and they have gone 9-1 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, UNC Asheville has won two straight games, and they are 22-11 overall this season. In their last game, they defeated Charleston Southern by a score of 60-55.</p><p>As the favorite this season, UNC Asheville is 9-8 vs. the spread. In their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bulldogs are 6-4 vs. the spread. At home this season, UNC Asheville has an ATS record of 7-7.</p><p>UNC Asheville games have an over/under record of 16-13 this season, and today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (149.4). Over their last three games, their games have averaged 134 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the UNC Asheville offense ended with 60 points against Charleston Southern. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 36.7% and made 7 threes. One area that the UNC Asheville offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 12th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 46%.</p><p>The Bulldogs' defense is presently ranked 194th nationally, allowing an average of 72.7 points per contest. UNC Asheville will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Charleston Southern to just 36% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs UNC Asheville Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

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>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-216) will host the Detroit Pistons (+181) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 5.5 points and have dropped four straight games. The Pistons (+5.5) have won two in a row and are 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 227 points.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-128 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Detroit Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17 this season with a 117-114 win over the Lakers on Monday. The Pistons, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 231 exceeded the over/under line of 222.</p> <p>Detroit went on a key 14-0 run, extending their lead from 32-27 to 46-27. Though the Lakers fought back, the Pistons edged them out in the 4th quarter, winning the final period 24-22.</p><p>Malik Beasley hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 21 points to lead the Pistons to a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Ivey contributed 18 points, shooting 53.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons shot 51.1% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Beasley scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and Cade added 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Overall, Detroit gave up 114 points, with 32 points allowed in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Lakers’ shooting, as Los Angeles hit 54% of their shots, including 14 threes at a 46% clip. Detroit also sent the Lakers to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Pistons finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-17 on the season after a 122-95 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 217 points fell short of the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>After a close first half, the Pacers pulled away by outscoring the Kings 35-26 in the 3rd quarter. Sacramento managed just 17 points in the 4th while allowing 35, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In Sunday's 122-95 loss to the Pacers, the Kings struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was also below average, hitting 31.6% with 12 made threes.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 23 points and 7 assists, though he shot 36.8% from the field and made 2 threes at 33.3%. Domantas Sabonis contributed 17 points and 21 rebounds, shooting 36.4%, while Malik Monk added 14 points, hitting 2 threes at 22.2%.</p><p>The Kings held the Pacers to 21 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively the rest of the way, giving up 31 points in the 2nd and 35 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 122-95 loss. Sacramento allowed Indiana to shoot 58% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Kings sent Indiana to the line just 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Sacramento finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Wolverines and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Pete Hanna Center in Homewood, AL, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 159 points, and Samford is favored by -4 at home against Utah Valley.</p><h3>UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES VS SAMFORD BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Samford Bulldogs -4</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Hanna Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAMFORD BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Samford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Utah Valley Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Valley picked up a 77-74 win over West Georgia on Tuesday. The Wolverines were -15 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, going over the pre-game O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Utah Valley led 34-32 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. Despite the win, the Wolverines’ inability to cover the spread might be a concern for bettors moving forward.</p><p>Utah Valley put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 18.2% from three-point range, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they connected on 65.7% of their free throws, going 23 for 35 from the line.</p> <p>The Wolverines grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Carter Welling led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Shelton Williams-Dryden added 18 points on 8 of 11 shooting. Kyric Davis contributed 16 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Utah Valley gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 55% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Valley's defense conceded 7 threes on 21 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 70%. The Wolverines limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 4.</p><h3>Does Samford Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Samford Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Samford picked up a 103-98 win over North Dakota State on Tuesday, November 26th. The Bulldogs were -11 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread in this one.</p> 

<p>Samford led 50-44 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 35 themselves. The total points for the game reached 201, going well over the O/U line of 154.</p><p>Samford's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 103 points with a 57.1% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.3%, thanks in large part to their 73.2% shooting on two-point attempts. They also dished out 24 assists and grabbed 18 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Jacari White led the way with 30 points, hitting 6 of 9 from beyond the arc and shooting 76.9% overall. Collin Holloway and Trey Fort each added 24 points, with Holloway also pulling down 11 rebounds. Luke Kasubke was nearly perfect from three, hitting 7 of 8 attempts and finishing with 21 points.</p><p>Samford's defense struggled, giving up 98 points on 57% shooting. Their two-point defense was particularly vulnerable, allowing 73% shooting on 41 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 23 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Stars and Rangers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Rangers are favored by -1.5 against the Stars.</p><h3>DALLAS STARS VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>The Rangers enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Rangers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Stars (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Stars Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Stars are 34-15-8, which has them in 1st place in the Central Division and 2nd place in the Western Conference. On the road, Dallas has gone 17-6-5. Over their last ten games, they are 7-3.</p>

<p>When playing against other Western Conference teams, the Stars have gone 19-13 this season. In games where they have been the underdog, Dallas has gone 2-2-2. Over their last three games, the Stars have gone 1-2.</p></p><p>Overall, Dallas has a puck line record of 22-34 this season, including going 14-14 on the road. So far, the Stars have 16 wins by multiple goals, compared to just 6 wins by one goal.</p>

<p>Currently, the Stars have a puck line record of 4-6 over their last ten games and 3-2 in their last five road games. As the underdog, Dallas has a puck line record of 6-0 and an average scoring margin of -.3 goals per game.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Dallas is 6.8. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.2. The Stars come in with an over/under record of 35-20-1.</p><p>In their last three road games, Dallas has averaged 5 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Stars come in averaging 3.7 goals per game this season, which is 2nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 9th in the league. So far this year, the Stars are 20-8 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 14-5 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>The leading scorer for Dallas' offense is Roope Hintz. Coming into the game he has 23 goals, ranking 30th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Hintz has 27 assists this season.</p><p>New York defense takes on the Stars ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.5 shots per game against New York. They also are 18th in shutouts, with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Scott Wedgewood has started 22 games this season. His current record stands at 13-5, and his save percentage is 0.642%.</p><h3>Can the Rangers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Rangers have been dominant, going 19-7-0, and they have won four straight games at Madison Square Garden. Overall, New York has won seven straight games, and they are in first place in the Metropolitan Division and third in the Eastern Conference with 75 points. In conference games, the Rangers have gone 19-9.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Rangers have won five straight games and have gone 29-13-2 this season. Over their last ten games, New York has gone 8-2, and they have won five straight games when favored. In the Eastern Conference, the Rangers are in third place and have won three straight games.</p></p><p>At home, the Rangers have a puck line record of 12-14 and an average scoring margin of +.7 goals per game. Overall, New York has gone 27-28 against the puck line.</p>

<p>In their last ten home games, the Rangers have gone 6-4 vs. the puck line, including a perfect 3-0 mark in their last three games. So far this season, they have won 21 games by multiple goals.</p> <p>This season, New York's games are averaging 6.2 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.1. The Rangers currently have an over/under record of 29-23-3.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Dallas has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 5 goals per game.</p><p>The Rangers come into the game scoring an average of 3.3 goals per game, putting them 11th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 11th in the league. New York's offense comes into the game ranked 6th in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 20th in the NHL.</p><p>New York's leading scorer is Artemi Panarin. So far, he has 32 goals which is 7th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Panarin has 42 assists this season.</p><p>The Rangers defense is currently 25th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 28.5 shots per game against New York. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 18th with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Dallas, goalie Igor Shesterkin has started 35 games in this season. His current record is 22-12, and his save percentage stands at 0.849%.</p>

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