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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hurricanes and Lightning. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FDSS, and it's hosted by the Lightning at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The Hurricanes come into this Eastern conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES 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 Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>The Hurricanes 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 Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Lightning (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Hurricanes Offense Score Enough in Tampa?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 24-14-2 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total of 6 goals matching the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>The Hurricanes took an early lead, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. Carolina tied it up in the second and added two more, including an empty-netter, to secure the victory.</p><p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on his 3 shots. Orlov now has 3 goals this season. Martin Necas added his 6th goal and picked up two assists, bringing his assist total to 12. Andrei Svechnikov also netted his 6th goal, which came on an empty net with 9 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Hurricanes got on the board with Necas’ goal at 17:31 in the second. Orlov followed with his second goal of the game at 14:34 in the same period. Carolina’s offense had 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Hurricanes will look to carry their momentum from the previous game, where they allowed just 2 goals on 21 shots from the Capitals. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves, finishing with a 90.5% save percentage. Carolina's defense also contributed 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks. After giving up two late goals in the first period, they kept Washington off the scoreboard in the second and third.</p><h3>Does Tampa Bay Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 20-15-2 with a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay’s defense struggled in the third period, allowing four goals, including two empty-netters. The total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but the Jets tied it up and eventually took control. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line, and their four different goal scorers couldn’t keep pace with Winnipeg’s offense.</p><p>In their 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning’s offense started with Brandon Hagel’s 7th goal of the season. Brayden Point followed with his 8th, scoring on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov netted his 10th, unassisted in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Tampa Bay took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. The Lightning had 4 assists, with Jake Guentzel picking up his 8th of the season.</p><p>Defensively, Tampa Bay struggled late, giving up two empty-net goals and a total of four in the third period. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with an 84.4% save percentage. The Lightning's defense finished with 16 hits and 6 takeaways.</p>

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<p>Noche UFC is coming this weekend to T-Mobile Arena to celebrate Mexican Independence Day and give fight fans a great night of fights full of Mexican talents. From the start of the card all the way to the main event, there’s great matchmaking.</p>



<p>In the main event, we have the first non-PPV title fight in a long time, and it’s a rematch between women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso and former longtime champion Valentina Shevchenko. Grasso shocked the world with her upset submission win over Shevchenko earlier this year, but now, this time around, it’s a whole different matchup in oddsmakers’ eyes.</p>



<p>Let’s take a closer look at this main event and talk about any other key fights you can win money on by betting.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-main-event-grasso-vs-shevchenko">Main Event - Grasso vs. Shevchenko</h2>



<p>This main event title bout is one of the more exciting women’s title fights in years. Grasso coming in as the champion and going through her first training camp with a champion’s mindset could potentially bring her to another level.</p>



<p>Shevchenko is one of the most dominant martial artists of all time and is so much fun to watch. Her all-around skill set is second to none, and she will be ready to get her title back.</p>



<p>This fight will come down to who shows up on Saturday night. We saw a confident Grasso in their first meeting, winning the first round and setting the tone on the feet while winning a couple of wrestling scrambles as well. Shevchenko started dominating their last fight with wrestling, which seemingly exposed a big hole in Grasso’s game.</p>



<p>You have to assume that Grasso has made her takedown defense a priority in this camp since she was very late in her reactions last time. This kind of puts pressure on Shevchenko to make adjustments and go out to win this fight. It will be the first time she is in the challenger’s seat in a fight, and she will need to “take” that belt back if she wants her hand raised on Saturday night.</p>



<p>You should almost look at this fight as 50/50 odds and take the fact Shevchenko is a slight favorite away. It will depend on who shows up healthier on fight night and who can implement their carefully devised game plan the best in the 25 minutes.</p>



<p>The official betting prediction of this Grasso vs. Shevchenko title bout is that Shevchenko will get her belt back after a tough fight that will probably go the distance. Grasso is very tough and will be competitive throughout, but it’s hard not to trust the adjustments a martial artist like “The Bullet” makes.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-other-key-fight-picks">Other Key Fight Picks</h2>



<p>One of the other interesting bouts of this Noche UFC card is in the co-main event. Kevin Holland is set to take on Jack Della Maddalena in a three-round bout that could honestly headline its own fight night event.</p>



<p>Holland is a new animal at welterweight and has leveled up to a legit contender whether he wants to or not. Maddalena is a very dangerous fighter with tons of power in both hands and a great fight IQ. The underdog pick with Holland is a great bet to make because he has a big physical advantage and has the ability to end the fight at any second.</p>



<p>Other than those two fights ending the event, there are plenty of fun fights to watch, but not too many intriguing betting lines to bet on. We have Raul Rosas Jr. as a -800 favorite over Terrence Mitchell, which seems like a crazy line.</p>



<p>Rosas Jr. is coming off a loss that proved he wasn’t ready to grapple with grown men at this level, and Mitchell is a slick grappler and striker. Don’t count out Mitchell as a massive underdog winner this weekend.</p>



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<p>At 5:00 ET, the 76ers (+325) will travel to Boston to take on the Celtics (-417) in an Eastern Atlantic Division matchup. The Celtics are currently favored by 9.5 points and the over/under line is set at 221.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at TD Garden and can be seen on ABC. Philadelphia is 10-17 on the season and 12th in the Eastern Conference. Boston is 22-7 and currently sits in 2nd place in the East.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 5:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 154-151 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 30 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Philadelphia Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The 76ers improved to 10-17 on the season with a 111-106 win over the Spurs on Monday. Playing at home, Philadelphia was favored by 5.5 points but narrowly missed covering the spread. The game’s total of 217 points fell just under the 217.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the 76ers went on a 12-0 run, stretching their lead from 64-58 to 76-58. Though the Spurs outscored them 31-27 in the 4th quarter, Philadelphia’s strong 2nd and 3rd quarters (29-25 and 36-30, respectively) helped them hold on for the win.</p><p>Tyrese Maxey's 32 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists led the 76ers to a win over the Spurs, with Maxey hitting 5 threes at a 45.5% rate. He scored 12 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Philadelphia made 16 threes, shooting 36.4% from deep and 41.9% overall. Guerschon Yabusele added 17 points, hitting 3 threes at 60% efficiency.</p><p>The 76ers put together a strong defensive effort in the 1st quarter, allowing just 20 points, and gave up 25 in the 2nd. They struggled more in the 3rd and 4th quarters, giving up 30 and 31 points, respectively, but still managed to hold the Spurs to 106 points in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed San Antonio to shoot 45% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 33% clip. The Spurs also went 17/18 from the free-throw line. The 76ers controlled the boards, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds, and added 11 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can Boston Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Celtics fell to 22-7 on the season after a 108-104 loss to the Magic on Monday. Boston, who were -10 point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 212, just under the 214.5-point line.</p> <p>Boston led 58-43 at halftime but were outscored 36-21 in the 3rd quarter. The game was tied at 79 going into the 4th, where the Magic edged out the Celtics 29-25.</p><p>Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 35 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 51.7% from the field in their 108-104 loss to the Magic. Brown scored 15 points in the 1st quarter and added 11 more in the 4th. Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White each contributed 17 points, with White hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>Boston struggled from beyond the arc, making just 8 threes at a 24.2% clip, and shot 44% overall from the field. Porzingis connected on only 20% of his shots, while Jrue Holiday added 16 points, including 8 in the 2nd quarter and 6 more in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive start, the Celtics couldn’t hold off the Magic, allowing 36 points in the 3rd quarter and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 108-104 loss. Boston limited Orlando to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Celtics did well in defending the three, with the Magic hitting just 13 threes at a 39% clip. Boston also recorded 13 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Wildcats game? Catch the action at John M. Belk Arena in Davidson, NC, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Atlantic 10 conference game currently have Davidson as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 133.5 points.</p><h3>DUQUESNE DUKES VS DAVIDSON WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Davidson Wildcats -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at John M. Belk Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DAVIDSON 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 Davidson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Can Duquesne Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Duquesne improved to 5-8 on the season with a 67-55 win over Rhode Island on Tuesday, December 31st. The Dukes were +1.5 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Duquesne led 34-26 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Rams 33-29. The game’s total points of 122 fell well short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Duquesne's offense put up 67 points in their latest game, shooting 42.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with two-point shooting at 51.5% (17/33) and three-point shooting at 29.2% (7/24). They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 52.2% (12/23).</p> <p>The Dukes grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Sebastian Thomas led the way with 20 points and 4 assists, shooting 33.3% overall and from three (2/6). Jahsean Corbett added 13 points and 10 rebounds, despite shooting 20.0% from deep (1/5).</p><p>Duquesne’s defense held their opponent to just 55 points, despite allowing them to shoot 51% from two-point range. Overall, the Dukes gave up 24 made field goals on 57 attempts, a 42% shooting performance.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Duquesne limited their opponent to 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% success rate. The Dukes also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 52%.</p><h3>Can Davidson Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Davidson’s season record dropped to 9-4 after a 69-57 road loss to George Mason on Tuesday. The Wildcats entered the game as +6.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Davidson trailed 35-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 27 points while allowing 34. The Wildcats will look to bounce back after this loss.</p><p>Davidson's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 42% (21/50). Their effective field goal percentage was 52%, thanks in part to their 40.9% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 attempts. However, they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 6 of 11 attempts (54.5%).</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the Wildcats with 20 points, shooting 8/12 from the field. Brayden O'Connor was 4/5 from three-point range, finishing with 19 points on 7/9 shooting overall. Jalen Haynes was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots, while Hunter Adam was a perfect 3/3 from deep and 4/4 overall.</p><p>Davidson's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 69 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where their opponents hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 16/23.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Davidson's defense allowed 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 13 shots, shooting 61%.</p>

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<p>The 2023 Genesis Scottish Open gives golfers a warm-up on links-style golf before next week’s Open Championship. The tournament is one of the five Rolex Series events on the DP World Tour and is co-sanctioned along with the PGA Tour. Tournament play takes place at the Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland.</p>



<p>Xander Schauffele won here last season, picking up his third victory of the 2022 season. Schauffele finished the four-day individual stroke play event with a total score of 273 (seven-under par) to hold off runner-up Kurt Kityama by one stroke.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Players in the field are fighting for a shot at a $9 million dollar purse, a $1 million boost from last year. The winner takes home $1.62 million of the total purse.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-to-know-the-renaissance-club">What to Know - The Renaissance Club</h2>



<p>The Scottish Open was played at various courses around Scotland but the Renaissance Club has been the home of the tournament for the past five years. With a turn to a links-style layout, the tournament has appealed to players wanting to gain experience prior to the Open one week later.</p>



<p>The course is a par-70 that stretches approximately 7,200 yards in length. The course opened in 2001 and was designed by American golf course architect Tom Doak.&nbsp;</p>



<p>One quality about the course you don’t see around Scotland is the pine trees that dot the property and are strategically placed amongst the holes. Prior to the course’s existence, the property was home to 300 acres of pine trees planted shortly after World War II.</p>



<p>Winning scores have varied over the last four years, with scores ranging from 22-under to seven-under. The weather conditions, particularly the wind, play a huge role in the outcome of the tournament.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-to-know-the-scottish-open-field">What to Know - The Scottish Open Field</h2>



<p>Headlining this week’s field is world no. 1 Scottie Scheffler. Scheffler missed the cut at this course in 2022, a rare event for the 27-year-old who hasn’t finished outside the T12 since October. Rory McIlroy, the favorite to win next week’s Open Championship, is teeing it up this week for one last tune-up before the year’s final major.</p>



<p>Rickie Fowler, winner of the Rocket Mortgage Classic two weeks ago, is back in action this week. Fowler’s triumph was his first since winning the 2019 WM Phoenix Open. The 34-year-old won the Scottish Open in 2015 which was played at Gullane Golf Club.</p>



<p>Schauffele is back to defend his title and is joined by other top talent, including Max Homa, Patrick Cantlay, Viktor Hovland, Matt Fitzpatrick, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-betting-favorites">Betting Favorites</h2>



<p>Scheffler (+700) is the pre-tournament favorite. With a pair of victories this season and a stretch of six-straight top-five finishes, the no. 1 player in the world is a solid choice.</p>



<p>McIlroy closely follows behind at (+850). The product of Northern Ireland has been knocking on the door since his win in the fall in South Carolina, finishing in the top 10 in his previous five events played.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Cantlay (+1400) is next in line, and another Tour pro primed for a breakthrough win. The eight-time PGA Tour winner finished T4 here last year and comes across the pond after a T4 result at the Travelers Championship at the end of June.</p>



<p>Schauffele (+1600), Fowler (+2000), Hovland (+2000), and Tyrrell Hatton (+2000) round out the betting favorites. All four players come into the week playing in solid form and could easily find themselves on top of the leaderboard on Sunday.</p>



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<p>The PGA Tour is continuing with weekly tournaments, even though many of the biggest names are still sitting out. It was a wild year on the PGA Tour, and the best players in the sport had to grind it out for several months.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The PGA Tour action this weekend is going to take place in Southern Utah as it’s time for the Black Desert Championship. You are going to see some interesting odds for this event, but there will still be some great opportunities to cash in.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here is a look at some of the odds available for this weekend, and the bets that you are going to want to make.&nbsp;</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Look at the Favorites</h2>



<p>When looking at the odds to win the Black Desert Championship, you will notice that even the betting favorite has some valuable odds. That’s not going to be the case when Scottie Scheffler or Rory McIlroy are in the mix, but they are sitting this weekend out.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Keith Mitchell is actually the betting favorite to win this weekend, and he has odds that are set at +1600 to come away with a win. Mitchell is a solid golfer, but he is not someone that you typically see as a big betting favorite.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There is a pretty big gap in the odds after Mitchell as Seamus Power and Kurt Kitayama are next on the list at +2500. Those are two players with some success on the PGA Tour, but just not enough of it to be considered a favorite.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Beau Hossler (+2800) and Erik Van Rooyen (+3000) are the other golfers that you should consider as betting favorites to win this event.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other Contenders to Watch</h2>



<p>You always want to look deep into the betting odds when you are betting on a PGA Tour event, and there are some great opportunities in this one. The odds fall off in a big way, and that’s a great opportunity to cash in.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Chris Kirk, Stephan Jaeger, and Chan Kim are next on the list at +3000, and they are going to be just outside of the list of favorites. Ben Griffin and Ryan Fox are also going to be in the mix to win this event, and their odds are sitting at +3200 (<em><a href="/s/betdsi/">at BetDSI</a></em>). </p>



<p>That’s really the complete list of players that you want to consider winning this event, as there are a bunch of random players beyond this number.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Pick is In</h2>



<p>Betting on the PGA Tour is never easy, but there will be some excellent betting options for the Black Desert Championship. You should be looking at the group of favorites to win this weekend, as those are some players that are determined to win an event.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Keith Mitchell is the betting favorite for a reason in Utah, but he just hasn’t proven that he is good enough to come away with a win. Erik Van Rooyen continues to be an interesting player to watch, and he is going to come away with a win at +3000.</p>



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<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Devils and Warriors face off at 3:00 ET on NEC. The Warriors are hosting the game at Lawler Arena in North Andover, MA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 131 points, and Merrimack College is favored by -5 to win at home against Central Connecticut State.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Connecticut State Blue Devils +5</p><p>This game will be played at Lawler Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Blue Devils.</li><li>Not only will Central Connecticut State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Devils Chances on the Road</h3><p>Central Connecticut State will look to extend its three-game winning streak when it takes on Merrimack College. The Blue Devils are 13-8 overall, including a 6-1 record in Northeast Conference games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Central Connecticut State is 7-5, and it has won its last six games away from home. For the year, the Blue Devils have been the underdog in 10 of their 21 games, going 4-6 in those contests.</p><p>Central Connecticut State has been a strong bet this season, going 11-6-1 against the spread. Their road ATS record is even better at 9-2-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Blue Devils are 6-3-1 vs. the spread. On the road, they are 8-2 vs. the spread this season and 3-0 over their last three road games.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's over/under record for the season is 8-10 and today's line of 131 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (139.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 132 points and their OU record during that span is 1-2. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 131.</p><p>Most recently, the Central Connecticut State offense finished with just 63 points vs. Saint Francis U. For the game, they hit 6/19 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 46.7%. Allan Jeanne-Rose is leading the team in scoring at 15.4 points per contest. Jordan Jones has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.8 going into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Blue Devils' defense is positioned 50th in the country, permitting 66.2 points per game. The Central Connecticut State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 62 points and allowed Saint Francis U to connect on 6 threes.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Warriors Chances at Home</h3><p>After winning their last game against Saint Francis U by a score of 74-55, Merrimack College improved their overall record to 12-10. With a win today, their win streak would reach four games.</p>

<p>So far, the Warriors have been much better at home than on the road this season. At home, their average scoring margin is +7.7 compared to -2.3 on the road. They have gone 5-2 at home and 5-8 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Merrimack has gone 6-5-1 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Warriors are 5-4-1 ATS. At home this year, Merrimack is 4-3 vs. the spread and their last 3 home ATS mark is 2-1.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 131 for the Merrimack College Warriors' game against Central Connecticut State is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (134.2). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than 131, including their last three games which have had an average of 113 points.</p><p>The Merrimack College offense is coming off a game in which they scored 74 points vs. Saint Francis U. Overall their field goal percentage was 40% while connecting on 4 threes. Jordan Derkack is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 17. Meanwhile, Adam Clark also brings a PPG average of 11.3 into the game.</p><p>Merrimack College's defense has been playing well, ranking 48th nationally, with 66.2 points allowed per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.1 threes per game vs. Central Connecticut State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.3%.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Merrimack College Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

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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.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Best NFL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<em>Oakland Athletics (12-5) vs. LA Angels (6-11)</em>
<em>Michael Fiers (R) vs. Dylan Bundy (R)</em>
<em>9:40 PM EST Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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<strong><em>Oakland Vs. LA Angels Free Pick Tuesday</em></strong>

For those new to my methods that span 25+ seasons, I use a simple 7 and 10-Star rating with the caveat that the 10-Star never exceeds 7% of your total bankroll. If you are a Dime Player, I would recommend $700 for the 7-Star and $1,000 for the 10-Star plays. I have made over $57K for the Dime Player since April of 2018. My approach is based on the long-term and not just a single day or even a week.

So, in this matchup of AL West members, the A’s are a road dog as they face the Angels starter Dylan Bundy, who is making his fourth start and has been dominating sporting a 2.08 ERA and o.600 WHIP. Bundy has a solid fastball with an above-average movement that drops an average of 8 inches and with an average of 7.4 inches of arm-side movement. The horizontal tailing action is late and gets in on the hands of a right-handed hitter making it nearly impossible to barrel up the pitch.

<strong>Bundy is Off to a Great Start</strong>

Bundy has three other pitches that combine for 50% and with the other half consisting of the sinker. He throws sliders at 82% MLB and accounts for about 20% of all pitches thrown, a change up that he uses mostly to left-handed batters accounts for 15%, and then a frisbee-type curve ball that averages 75MPH the remainder of the pitches thrown. So, he is not blazing fast by modern standards, but he has an array of pitches that have kept batters off balance so far this season.

Bundy was drafted in the first round of the 2011 draft by the Baltimore Orioles and was fortunately able to leave town and get on a team that at least has contender potential. He has faced the A’s in prior seasons and has allowed a 0.260 batting average with five home runs allowed spanning 94 at bats to the current players on the A’s roster. Based on my machine learning tools there is strong evidence that Bundy is going to struggle against the A’s lineup.

<strong>Are There Any Strong Betting Systems?</strong>

Here is a solid and consistent money maker that has earned a 58-38 record for 62% winners that bets on underdogs and has averaged a +138 dog line. The query instructs us to play on underdogs of +120 to +165 that have an excellent bullpen sporting an ERA of 3.75 or lower and is now facing a team with a hot starter posting a WHIP of 1.000 or lower over his last three starts and an opponent that has struggled at the plate batting 0.260 or lower.

Take the Oakland A’s tonight as a road underdog. The line you get is just fine and always do the best you can by using the best lines available. I have them at +148 right now at the MGM.

<strong>The Current State of MLB</strong>

MLB appears to have stabilized after the COVID-19 scares on a few teams put the season in jeopardy. The 60-game sprint is nearing the 1/3 complete level for the majority of the teams and with a few stunners so far. For instance, the Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-13 and their season is all but done at this point. They have lost a league-leading 6-games by one-run and just have not played well overall to date, but it does not mean they cannot win games in upset fashion. The Pirates are going to be priced attractively as the public sentiment for them cannot get worse. I do see them coming up on my radar in games played over the next few weeks so stay tuned for those big dog plays.

<strong>NL Current Conditions</strong>

The MLB format this season will include the two top teams in each division plus two more teams sporting the highest win percentage from each league that are not among the two top teams. The Colorado Rockies are off to a fast 11-5 start, but are only ½ game ahead of the LA Dodgers in the NL West Division race. The Rockies roster is designed for the 60-game sprint and I do not in any way see this start as a fluke.

The shocker though are the Marlins, who are tied with the Atlanta Braves for the NL East lead. The Marlins are 7-3, but due to the COVID-19 hit have played 7 games fewer than the Braves. Double headers will be frequent for the Marlins and Philadelphia Phillies moving forward. However, do not for one second underestimate the Marlins, who have loads of extremely talented arms and hitters on their roster.

<strong>American League Status</strong>

The Oakland A’s (12-5) and their money ball Billy Beane-driven approach to the game are alive and well in the Bay area. They sport a 12-5 record, which is best in the League and hold a comfortable lead over the stumbling Houston Astros, who are just 7-9 on the season. The A’s are in position to run away from the other Divisional opponents (Texas, Seattle, Angels) right now if their third-best in MLB pitching staff (3.10 ERA and 1.113 WHIP) continue dominating opponents.

<strong>What Team Has Hit the Most Home Runs in MLB?</strong>

It is not the New York Yankees, Dodgers, or Minnesota Twins, who led the MLB to a destruction of the league-record for most home runs in a season in 2019. Surprisingly, the league leaders this season are the San Diego Padres with 30 ‘dingers’ followed by the Dodgers with 29, LA Angels with 28, the Yankees with 27, and the Atlanta Braves with 26 rounding out the Top-5.

After Aaron Judge helped the Yankees get out to a fast start using the home run they have run cold as a team of late. The Yankees rank ninth in MLB averaging 4.94 runs-per-game and their pitching staff has grossly underperformed, ranking 20th with a team ERA of 4.30 on the season. I am not going to back the Yankees on the premise they are going to revert back to their mean performance because these levels may be their mean norm. I recommend caution over the next week in backing the Yankees, who will have inflated lines.

MLB Overview, Picks, and Predictions August 11, 2020

<p>Looking to win big? The Wolverines and Bruins face off at 10:00 ET on PEAC. The Bruins are hosting the game at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and UCLA is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Michigan.</p><h3>MICHIGAN WOLVERINES VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCLA Bruins -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pauley Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCLA BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will UCLA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Wolverines Ready for a Win at Los Angeles?</h3><p>Michigan improved to 11-3 on the season with an 85-74 road win over USC on Saturday. The Wolverines entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 159 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Michigan led 42-38 at halftime and outscored USC 43-36 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Michigan's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 52.7%. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 41.7% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.8%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81% of their attempts.</p> <p>Danny Wolf led the way with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 75% from the field and 66.7% from three. Desmond Claude and Wesley Yates III each added 19 points, with Yates hitting 50% from deep. Tre Donaldson and Nimari Burnett also contributed 16 points, with Donaldson knocking down 4 of 6 threes.</p><p>Michigan's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field, hitting 27 of 62 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 44 shooting, a 47% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Michigan's defense held their opponents to 6 of 18 shooting, or 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 14, shooting 63%. Michigan allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bruins Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>UCLA's season record dropped to 11-3 after a 66-58 loss to Nebraska on Saturday. The Bruins, who were +3 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this road matchup.</p> <p>After a 24-24 tie at halftime, UCLA allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points (124) fell short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>UCLA's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 58 points with a field goal percentage of 38.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, largely due to their poor three-point shooting, hitting only 4 of 28 attempts (14.3%).</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Bruins were much more efficient, shooting 62.1% on two-point attempts. Tyler Bilodeau contributed 15 points on 6 of 9 shooting, while Brice Williams led the team with 16 points, despite shooting just 2 of 12 overall.</p><p>UCLA's defense held their opponent to just 66 points, with the Bruins allowing a 32% shooting performance overall. The opposing team managed to hit only 17 of their 52 field goal attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 25 attempts, a 28% shooting rate. The Bruins also sent them to the line 29 times, where they converted 25 free throws.</p>

Michigan Wolverines vs UCLA Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Longhorns? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Moody Center in Austin, TX. Auburn come into this Southeastern conference matchup as the -10.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 152.5 points.</p><h3>AUBURN TIGERS VS TEXAS LONGHORNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Longhorns +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS LONGHORNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Longhorns.</li><li>Not only will Texas pick up the win, but look for them to cover 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 Tigers Secure a Win at Austin?</h3><p>Auburn improved to 13-1 on the season with an 84-68 home win over Missouri on Saturday. The Tigers were -18.5 favorites heading into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 152, just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p> <p>Auburn led 45-33 at halftime and added 39 points in the second half while allowing 35. Though they didn’t cover the spread, they controlled the game from start to finish.</p><p>Auburn's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points on 57.1% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.3%, thanks in part to their 47.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Johni Broome led the way with 24 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Marques Warrick added 19 points in just 17 minutes, while Chaney Johnson and Chad Baker-Mazara each chipped in 13 points, with Johnson shooting 71.4% and Baker-Mazara hitting 75% of his shots.</p><p>Even with Auburn's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 68 points. The Tigers allowed 57% shooting from the field, with 28 made baskets on 49 attempts.</p> <p>Auburn's defense gave up 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 75%.</p><h3>Can the Longhorns Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>Texas fell to 11-3 on the season after an 80-60 road loss to Texas A&M on Saturday. The Longhorns entered the game as +6 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Texas struggled in the second half, scoring just 23 points while allowing 43. The combined points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Longhorns struggled offensively, shooting just 34.6% from the field and connecting on only 26.9% of their three-point attempts (7/26). Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 85% (17/20).</p> <p>Zhuric Phelps led the way with 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, while Pharrel Payne added 15 points, hitting 83.3% of his shots. Tramon Mark and Jordan Pope both shot 50% from three, with Mark going 2/4 and Pope 3/6.</p><p>Even with Texas holding their opponent to just 2/19 from beyond the arc, they still gave up 80 points, thanks to a 65% shooting performance from two-point range. The Longhorns also sent their opponents to the line 32 times, where they converted 24 free throws.</p> <p>Texas struggled to control the boards, allowing 11 offensive rebounds, which contributed to their defensive woes. Overall, their opponent shot 47% from the field in this one.</p>

Auburn Tigers vs Texas Longhorns NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<strong>Inside the Numbers</strong>

Bettors are generally familiar with sports wagering using a point spread. When we bet on a favorite using a point spread, in order to win our bet our team must win the game by more than the number. To win betting on the underdog, they can lose the game as long as it's not by more than the number. Quite simple, and anyone that has done that is keenly aware of the fact that we are <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sports-betting-odds-how-to-win-and-beat-the-vig/"><strong>paying a vigorish of 10%</strong></a>.

Betting on baseball using the money line is the same but different. The only real difference is the vigorish, simply because we are betting on a team to win, whether it's by one run or ten runs. There are cases where the vig is indeed 10%, or the money line is -110, but that are the exception rather than the rule simply because all teams are hardly created equal.

Add to the mix the fact that the starting pitchers are the largest factor books use when determining where to set the opening line. For example, betting on the Los Angeles Dodgers to beat the Atlanta Braves, at home, is going to be expensive. That bet will be exponentially more expensive if Clayton Kerhsaw is pitching, upwards of -300, or risking $300 to win $100. Remember, winning by one run or ten does not matter.

Conversely, if we think Atlanta has a viable chance, we can bet on the Braves to win the game at +280, or bet $100 to win $280. It is virtually no different than betting on a football game without having a point spread. If the Patriots are playing the Steelers  and favored by six points, betting on them to win without having to do so by a touchdown is going to cost -300. It is all win probability percentage.

<strong>It is All Connected</strong>

This chart shows the correlation between the point spread in a football game and approximately what the corresponding money line would be There is also a column for <a href="http://bangthebook.com/odds-calculator/"><strong>expected win percentage based on the given line</strong></a>. Bear in mind these numbers vary from book-to-book and are adjusted throughout the betting cycle.

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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="138"><strong>Point Spread</strong></td>
<td width="150"><strong>Money Line</strong></td>
<td width="192"><strong>Expected Win %</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">2</td>
<td width="150">-130</td>
<td width="192">56.52</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-2.5</td>
<td width="150">-140</td>
<td width="192">58.33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-3</td>
<td width="150">-155</td>
<td width="192">60.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-3.5</td>
<td width="150">-175</td>
<td width="192">63.63</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-4</td>
<td width="150">-190</td>
<td width="192">65.51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-4.5</td>
<td width="150">-220</td>
<td width="192">68.75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-5</td>
<td width="150">-240</td>
<td width="192">70.58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-6</td>
<td width="150">-270</td>
<td width="192">72.97</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-6.5</td>
<td width="150">-300</td>
<td width="192">75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-7</td>
<td width="150">-330</td>
<td width="192">76.74</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-7.5</td>
<td width="150">-370</td>
<td width="192">78.72</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-8</td>
<td width="150">-400</td>
<td width="192">80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138">-8.5</td>
<td width="150">-450</td>
<td width="192">81.81</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<strong>
Why Expected Win Rate Matters</strong>

When we bet football and are laying -110 on the majority of our bets, we must win at  rate of 52.38% to break even. For the novice, or beginner, that sounds relatively easy to accomplish. Those that have been around any length of time know better.

Since we are rarely laying -110 with a baseball team, that win rate matters even more. Using the above chart, if you are betting what most people call "short favorites", they are typically in the -140 range. That makes your expected win rate to break even 58.33%. On the surface that seem like not a huge increase, but the calculator tells us that it is an 8% increase in playing against the -110.

With that said, many people play underdogs. This chart shows the win rate for a typical range of underdog prices.

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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="137"><strong>Money Line</strong></td>
<td width="151"><strong>Expected Win %</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="137">+130</td>
<td width="151">43.57</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="137">+150</td>
<td width="151">40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="137">+170</td>
<td width="151">37.03</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="137">+190</td>
<td width="151">34.48</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="137">+210</td>
<td width="151">32.25</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The following chart is an example of how taking underdogs in the right situations can turn a profit winning less than the 52.38% we are familiar with from laying -110. This is an actual set of eight games the Atlanta Braves played in April, complete with the price they closed at as well as the result. As you can see they won four and lost four, or, won 50%.
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="106"><strong>Date</strong></td>
<td width="151"><strong>Opponent</strong></td>
<td width="116"><strong>Pitcher</strong></td>
<td width="64"><strong>Line</strong></td>
<td width="85"><strong>Score</strong></td>
<td width="87"><strong>Result</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 30</td>
<td width="151">at Brewers</td>
<td width="116">Foltynewicz</td>
<td width="64">-105</td>
<td width="85">3-4</td>
<td width="87">Loss</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 29</td>
<td width="151">at Brewers</td>
<td width="116">Garia</td>
<td width="64">+110</td>
<td width="85">11-3</td>
<td width="87">Win</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 28</td>
<td width="151">at Brewers</td>
<td width="116">Colon</td>
<td width="64">-105</td>
<td width="85">10-8</td>
<td width="87">Win</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 27</td>
<td width="151">at Mets</td>
<td width="116">Dickey</td>
<td width="64">+150</td>
<td width="85">7-5</td>
<td width="87">Win</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 26</td>
<td width="151">at Mets</td>
<td width="116">Teheran</td>
<td width="64">+130</td>
<td width="85">8-2</td>
<td width="87">Win</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 23</td>
<td width="151">at Philadelphia</td>
<td width="116">Foltynewicz</td>
<td width="64">-105</td>
<td width="85">2-5</td>
<td width="87">Loss</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 22</td>
<td width="151">at Philadelphia</td>
<td width="116">Garcia</td>
<td width="64">+105</td>
<td width="85">3-4</td>
<td width="87">Loss</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="106">April 21</td>
<td width="151">at Philadelphia</td>
<td width="116">Colon</td>
<td width="64">+100</td>
<td width="85">3-4</td>
<td width="87">Loss</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
As you can see, if you had bet $100 on each game, in the four losses it would have cost you $410. In the four wins you would have profited $490, so a net gain without having to win more than 50%. These are simple examples. With this knowledge it is fairly simply to extrapolate what betting on bigger underdogs could net, but of course they're expected win rate is less as well.

<strong>The Timing of the Bet</strong>

We also need to factor in the market itself, which tends to be far less static and more fluid than a point spread might be in football. The following chart show the betting cycle for a recent game between Chicago and Kansas City. As you can see, the books opened the game with the White Sox being +124 underdogs. For our purposes here, the starting pitchers or the venue are irrelevant. Within an hour the books saw money come in on Chicago and adjusted the price to +118, trying to make the Royals look more attractive at a lesser price. Within the next several hours they did get some Kansas City money, but at the end of this particular window the White Sox were bet down to only +107.

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-404264" src="http://bangthebook.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/mlb-runline-e1494253968440.png" alt="MLB Run Line Betting" width="600" height="160" />

That may not seem like a big move, and in some respects it's not. However, if we'd have bet on Chicago early we would have a .17 better number. That is almost a 4% difference in win probability, or roughly one full point in the difference in a football spread. One little point. That one little point could be the difference between -3 and -2 in a football game, which we know is actually a huge difference. The difference is so drastic that most sharp bettors would not bet -3 and would gladly bet -2. We are making a mistake <a href="http://bangthebook.com/betting-money-lines"><strong>betting baseball lines</strong></a> by not searching for the best value or the best expected win percentage.

<strong>Dime Lines</strong>

Shopping for the best price on baseball money line bet is no different than any other shopping, and there are lots of options. You would not pay more for gasoline across the street, so you wouldn't pay more for a commodity like a money line.

A "dime line" refers to the amount of vig charged by the bookmaker. For example in baseball money lines, if a favorite is -120 and the underdog is +110, that would be a dime line.

As the favorites increase in price, what the books charge increases in price, and that graduated increase is by no means standard from one book to another. The price will go from the standard dime line to twenty cents, and more. So, being able to get a dime line is one of the biggest advantages in betting baseball.

Bear in mind that the bookmakers are not in business to lose and almost every numerical and statistical probability is set up in their favor, not ours.

This is an "average" chart that a reasonable book will charge.
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="120">Favorite</td>
<td width="96">Underdog</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-120</td>
<td width="96">+110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-130</td>
<td width="96">+120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-140</td>
<td width="96">+125</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-150</td>
<td width="96">+135</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-160</td>
<td width="96">+140</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-170</td>
<td width="96">+150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-180</td>
<td width="96">+160</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-190</td>
<td width="96">+165</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="120">-200</td>
<td width="96">+170</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
At -200 it is a thirty cent line, which is just that much more difficult to beat. It is almost cost-prohibitive to be taking the favorite and needing to win 66% of the time to just maintain is, well, very difficult. There is declining value in taking the underdog at +170 and having to win 37% to break even, as opposed to if it were a dime line, or +190, which changes the rate we need to 34%. Three percent, three more wins or three less losses out of 100. It sounds like an insignificant number, but to professional bettors it's the difference between winning and losing.

With that in mind you are rarely going to find a dime line on a favorite that high, but occasionally you might. The point is that there are better numbers available from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/us/"><strong>sportsbooks</strong></a> just as there are for any other commodity.

Baseball money lines are a commodity just as gold and silver are. You would not pay more for the gold bracelet at the jewelers across the street, so don't leave your money with the sports book for no good reason other than convenience. At the end of the day you will have cost yourself as much by doing that as the teams on the field.

MLB Run Line Betting - How To Explained

<p>Looking to win big? The Maple Leafs and Flyers face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Flyers are hosting the game at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. The Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 in this Eastern conference contest against the Flyers. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Flyers winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Flyers on the moneyline (+117)</li><li>The Flyers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Maple Leafs Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Toronto’s latest loss came in a 2-1 overtime defeat to the Wild, dropping their record to 26-13-2. The Maple Leafs were the underdogs on the puck line and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that number.</p>

<p>After the Wild scored first, William Nylander tied it up with a goal at 19:08 in the first period. The game remained tied until Minnesota found the net again at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season in the Maple Leafs' recent 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. Nylander's goal came at 19:08 in the first period and was a power-play effort. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th.</p> <p>The Leafs fired 28 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the 1st period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Philadelphia fell to 17-19-5 with a 3-0 road loss to the Bruins. The Flyers were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Defensively, the Flyers allowed a goal in each period, with the Bruins’ third goal coming with 3:39 left in the game. Philadelphia’s offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal and failing to score.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Boston, marking the 7th time this season they’ve failed to score. The Flyers fired 20 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net, while also committing 15 giveaways.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Flyers remained off the scoreboard in the second and third. They were unable to capitalize on any of their opportunities, including power plays.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter late in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, but the Flyers' defense struggled, recording 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

We’ve touched upon the concept of<a href="http://bangthebook.com/situational-handicapping-techniques/"><strong> baseball teams having ups and downs</strong></a> over the course of the season several times. Things will go one for a team for a short period of time before finding their way back to a point or normalcy. You can say that a team is “due” for a good game or a poor game and there would be some degree of truth to that.

When a team losses a couple of close games back-to-back they are probably due for a break, which is simply another way of saying that probability indicates they will probably pick up a victory shortly and that’s the basis of this article.

What we’re looking for are favorites who lost their last two games by one run. These teams have posted a 369-249 record at an average lay price of -144 dating back to 2004. The profit has been $2,018 and the ROI is 2.3%, which isn’t bad, especially considering low little effort was needed to find plays. These teams have done slightly better on the run line, where they have posted a 208-268 record but at an average price of +139, which has shown a profit of $1,711, but a higher ROI of 3.5%. The higher ROI is simply due to the fact that you’re risking $100 on the majority of the games instead of $144.

These teams have better as an away favorite in <a href="http://bangthebook.com/betting-money-lines/"><strong><em>money line bets</em></strong></a>, where they show a 2.9% ROI and better at home in <a href="http://bangthebook.com/value-betting-mlb-baseball-run-line/"><strong>run line bets</strong></a>, where the ROI jumps up to 4.8%. This is due to home teams receiving better odds because of the possibility they may not bat in the bottom of the ninth or the game being called if they take the lead in extra innings.

While it doesn’t happen nearly as often, a better bet has been to find favorites who have lost three straight one-run games. These teams have posted a 51-27 record, which has been good for a profit of $1,352 and an impressive ROI of 12.3%. Again, these teams have fared better on the run line, showing a profit of $2,110 and a hefty ROI of 32%.

These teams have fared better at home in both moneyline betting and on the run line. For straight bets, the home favorites are 30-13 for a profit of $1,080 and an ROI of 17%. Run line bets have yielded a profit of $1,582 and an ROI in excess of 40%.

Away favorites have gone 21-14 and shown an ROI of 5.8% and an ROI on run line wagers of 17.3%.

MLB 1 Run Loss Betting System

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Black Knights versus the Terriers? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Case Gym in Boston, MA. This Patriot League conference matchup has an over/under of 132.5 points, and Boston is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. Army.</p><h3>ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS VS BOSTON TERRIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Terriers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Case Gym at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON TERRIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Terriers.</li><li>Not only will Boston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Army Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army’s season record dropped to 4-7 after a 71-59 loss to Colgate on Thursday. The Black Knights, who were +6 underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Army trailed 38-32 at halftime and scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Army's offense managed just 59 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, with a two-point shooting mark of 55.2% (16/29). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 25.9% (7/27) of their three-point attempts.</p> <p>Jeff Woodward led the way with 17 points, shooting 77.8% (7/9) and grabbing 7 rebounds. Jalen Cox added 15 points and 5 assists, while Josh Scovens contributed 16 points. Army's free-throw shooting was 66.7% (6/9), and they recorded 11 assists and 4 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Army's defense gave up 71 points on 48% shooting from the field in their last game. They allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 22 of 41 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Army's opponents shot 35%, making 6 of 17 attempts. The Black Knights also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts for 75%. Army gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Terriers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Boston Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston’s season record dropped to 5-8 after a 60-46 road loss to Lafayette on Thursday. The Terriers entered the game as -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Boston trailed 31-23 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29. The game’s total points (106) fell well short of the 128.5 O/U line.</p><p>Boston's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 46 points on 32.7% shooting from the field. They connected on only 19% of their three-point attempts, going 4-for-21, and hit just 42.9% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Alex Chaikin and Kyrone Alexander each scored 14 points, with Chaikin hitting 3-of-5 from deep. Alexander added 8 rebounds, while Andrew Phillips contributed 12 points despite shooting 2-for-9 overall.</p><p>Boston's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 32% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 10 of 30 attempts for 33%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston's defense allowed 8 threes on 26 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. The opponent also went 16/21 from the free-throw line. Boston gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Army Black Knights vs Boston Terriers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Spiders 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. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and Charlotte is favored by -2.5 vs. Richmond.</p><h3>RICHMOND SPIDERS VS CHARLOTTE 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte 49ers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Halton Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the 49ers.</li><li>Not only will Charlotte pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Richmond Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Richmond Spiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Richmond suffered a 79-72 home loss to Marist on Saturday, November 9th. The Spiders, who were -9.5 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Richmond led 44-41 at halftime but managed just 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>Richmond put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 39.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.1%. They hit 8 of 22 from beyond the arc, shooting 36.4% from three, and connected on 77.4% of their free throws, going 24 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>DeLonnie Hunt led the Spiders with 27 points, shooting 55.6% from the field, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Josh Pascarelli added 22 points, hitting 5 of 8 from deep, while Jackson Price knocked down 6 of 10 threes, finishing with 20 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Richmond's defense gave up 79 points, even though they held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, including 41% on two-pointers (12/29) and 36% from beyond the arc (8/22).</p> <p>The Spiders sent their opponent to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 attempts for 77%. Richmond also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Charlotte Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Charlotte 49ers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charlotte's season opener didn't go as planned, as they fell 103-74 to Utah State on Saturday. The 49ers entered the game as +14 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 177, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 52-39 at halftime, Charlotte struggled to close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 51. The 49ers will look to regroup and tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>In their latest game, the Charlotte 49ers put up 74 points, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. They hit 36.4% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 22 attempts, and connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16 for 22.</p> <p>Robert Braswell IV was a standout, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 87.5% overall, finishing with 20 points in just 19 minutes. Ian Martinez led the team with 23 points, adding 4 rebounds and 4 assists, while Nik Graves and Dexter Akanno each contributed 15 points.</p><p>Charlotte's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 103 points on 57% shooting from the field. The 49ers allowed their opponent to hit 31 of 44 two-point attempts, a 70% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charlotte's opponent made 7 of 22 threes, shooting 31%. The 49ers also sent them to the line 27 times, where they hit 20 free throws (74%). Charlotte gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

Richmond Spiders vs Charlotte 49ers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/13/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Ospreys versus the Gamecocks? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141 points, with South Carolina being favored by -16.5 over North Florida.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Ospreys Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>North Florida Ospreys Records</h3>

<p>North Florida finished last season with a 13-16 overall record, going 9-8 in Atlantic Sun play. They were 8-5 at home but struggled on the road, posting a 5-11 mark.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Ospreys were 16-12, including a 9-6 record in road games. As underdogs, they went 11-4 ATS, and their games averaged 153.3 points per game.</p><p>North Florida averaged 78 points per game last season, ranking 202nd in possessions per game (64.9). They were 236th in field goal percentage (44%) but 62nd in effective field goal percentage (54%). The Ospreys led the nation in three-pointers made (12) and attempted (33.2) per game, shooting 36% from beyond the arc (69th).</p> 

<p>Returning guards Nate Lliteras and Jaylen Smith will be key contributors. Lliteras averaged 10.4 points and 4.2 rebounds per game last season, while Smith added 6.5 points and 2.4 assists per game.</p><p>North Florida allowed 75.8 points per game last season, ranking 269th in the nation. Opponents shot 31.1% from beyond the arc against them, placing the Ospreys 146th in 3-point defense. They also gave up 18.3 free throws per game, ranking 164th nationally.</p> <p>In terms of creating turnovers, North Florida averaged 5.6 steals per game, ranking 299th. They were 136th in blocked shots, with 3.6 per game.</p><h3>Will South Carolina Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>South Carolina Gamecocks Records</h3> 

<p>South Carolina finished last season with a 26-7 overall record, going 14-6 in SEC play. At home, they posted a 17-3 mark, winning by an average of 10.4 points per game. On the road, they went 9-4, but their average scoring margin was -3.2 points.</p> 

<p>Against the spread, the Gamecocks were 23-10, including a 10-3 record on the road. They went 11-6 ATS as the favorite and 12-4 as the underdog. Their average over/under line was 139.8 points, and they had a 16-17 O/U record, with their games averaging 139 points per contest.</p><p>South Carolina averaged 72 points per game last season, ranking 350th in possessions per game with 62.1. They shot 43% from the field, placing 264th in field goal percentage, and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%, ranking 233rd. The Gamecocks made 8 three-pointers per game, shooting 33% from beyond the arc, which ranked 243rd in three-point percentage.</p> <p>Guard Jamarii Thomas, who averaged 17.1 points, 3.8 assists, and 3.8 rebounds per game last season, returns as South Carolina's top offensive player. Forward Collin Murray-Boyles also returns after averaging 10.6 points and 5.9 rebounds per game last season.</p><p>South Carolina allowed 67.0 points per game last season, which ranked 50th in the nation. Opponents shot 32.7% from three-point range against them, placing the Gamecocks 252nd in that category. They allowed 17.5 free throws per game, ranking 132nd nationally.</p> <p>South Carolina averaged 4.8 steals per game, ranking 343rd in the country, and blocked 3.2 shots per game, placing them 212th nationally.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/4/24

The trick to beating &amp; betting any sport,  MLB baseball in particular because we're dealing with a volatile money line and not a point spread and -110 - is simply looking way ahead. You really cannot come home from work and start picking out teams and expect them to win night after night. The teams have a plan, you make a plan for everything else in life, so why wouldn't you make a plan with your bets, or money?

The trick to <a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb/"><strong>betting baseball</strong></a>, for me, is finding the teams that are about to crash, or the ones that have been off of most peoples' radar and are about to start making money. For example, even the worst team in the League will eventually win six in a row, and all at +150 or better until books and the bettors catch up. By then it's too late. It's like the stock market in that most reasonable people wouldn't buy Google stock today at $932 when they could have had a better price, well, yesterday. Five years ago, which is like "yesterday" in baseball, you could have bought it for $282.

The trick is to find the teams that haven't met expectations yet, because they will eventually. A team like Toronto is a good place to start. They're sitting at 8-17 but have won the last two, so perhaps on the uptick. And in fact as I type they're leading the Yankees in New York. That would have been a great bet, at least the RL, especially when we noticed the total dropping, which gives that much more value to the +1.5.

Another team that fits that mold for me is the Padres. They're not as bad as their record indicates, and they've won a couple, have a day off, and a home stand coming up. What's also key is that they're playing Colorado for three games, and honestly after watching the Rockies fail to execute in Arizona, I decided to not take them on the road for a while. They've got to play too good to win on the road. So, it's almost a perfect storm there for me, and one option is a "series" bet on San Diego to win two-of-three. I happen to think they will, but there's always a hedge option if things don't start well.

Minnesota is yet another team that could be about to go on a money-making run. As you know this goes back and forth for six months. They started the season on a great run, then faded so bettors soured on them. Don't sour forever, though, because they WILL do it again, and they're at home on Tuesday against Oakland. Sadly, they opened at -140 which is more than I thought and strictly because Santana is pitching, but there's probably a very good reason for it. Like the fact that Oakland's bullpen is terrible, Sonny Gray is coming of the DL, and the A's are 3-6 on the road.

The point I am making is "know before you go". Do the work early and trust what you see. Don't over think problems, and like I said yesterday, don't let a few losses disrupt a winning formula. There are no short cuts and no magic formula. And remember, a teams' W/L record doesn't reflect their ability to make you money. Both the Phillies and the Reds are under .500, and yet if you'd have bet both of them every game, you'd be in the black.

Cleveland and the Dodgers are both comfortably above .500, but yet both would have cost you money on the young season. Baseball is a very different animal, but also the ones <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/"><strong>bookmakers</strong></a> fear the most, because it's far and away the easiest (not easy, just easier!) sport for professional bettors to beat.

Dave Essler is a professional handicapper on Pregame, featured on ESPN, Fox Sports, CNN, and more.

MLB Betting: Plan the Work and Work the Plan

<p>The Tigers and Wildcats are set to face off at 7:30 ET on YT. The Wildcats will host the game at Moore Gymnasium in Daytona Beach, FL. This Southwestern Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 143 points, and Bethune-Cookman is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Texas Southern.</p><h3>TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS VS BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bethune-Cookman Wildcats -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moore Gymnasium at 7:30 ET on Monday, February 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Bethune-Cookman pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas Southern Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>After defeating Florida A&M 78-75, Texas Southern is now 9-12 overall and has won four straight games. They are 7-3 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play, compared to a 2-9 non-conference record.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Tigers have gone 4-9 on the road, and they are currently riding a two-game road win streak. Over their last ten games away from home, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Texas Southern has gone 6-7 vs. the spread. On the road, the Tigers are 6-7 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Texas Southern is 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 143 is higher than the average over/under line in Texas Southern's games this season (141.3). This year, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 137 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Texas Southern offense tallied 78 points in a matchup against Florida A&M. Their field goal percentage for the game was 41.2%, and they made 8 threes. The Texas Southern offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 23.2 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 30% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>At present, the Tigers' defense is nationally ranked 162nd, allowing 71.6 points per game. Texas Southern's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Florida A&M offense to knock down 49% of their shots on their way to putting up 75 points.</p><h3>Will Bethune-Cookman Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>After a win against Prairie View A&M, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats come into this game with an 11-12 record. They have gone 6-4 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play and are 5-8 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>At home, the Wildcats have gone 6-3 this season, and they have an average scoring margin of +3.3 points per game. Over their last ten games at home, they have gone 7-3.</p><p>When looking at Bethune-Cookman's ATS record this season, they are currently 11-10. At home, their ATS mark is 6-3 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 6-4 vs. the spread. In their last 3 home games, the Wildcats are 2-1 ATS.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in Bethune-Cookman games is 12-9 and today's line of 143 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (145.3). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 149 points.</p><p>Bethune-Cookman's offense had a good outing, putting up 84 points against Prairie View A&M. They achieved a 53.6% field goal percentage and went 19/23 from the free-throw line. The team's top scorer is Jakobi Heady, who enters today's matchup with an average of 16.2, while Dhashon Dyson also carries a PPG average of 13.8 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Wildcats' defense is ranked 228th in the country at 74.3 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.8 threes per game vs. Texas Southern. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 34.9%.</p>

Texas Southern Tigers vs Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 2/12/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Ducks and Aztecs game? Catch the action at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Aztecs hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on MAX. Oregon is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference contest against San Diego State. The game's over/under currently sits at 138 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego State Aztecs +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at MGM Grand Garden Arena at 4:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Not only will San Diego State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Oregon Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>The Ducks picked up a solid 80-70 road win over the Aggies on Tuesday. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, Oregon not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 150, just over the O/U line of 147.</p> <p>Oregon’s offense came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Texas A&M to 38. After trailing 32-29 at halftime, the Ducks’ strong 2nd half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>Oregon's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, driven by 60% shooting on two-pointers (18/30), while they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28% (7/25). At the free-throw line, they connected on 23 of 31 attempts, good for 74.2%.</p> <p>Zhuric Phelps led the way with 20 points, shooting 4/9 from three-point range. Brandon Angel and Jackson Shelstad each added 16 points, with Angel hitting 2/3 from deep and shooting 83.3% overall. The Ducks also got 18 points from TJ Bamba, despite his 0/3 performance from three-point land.</p><p>Oregon's defense held strong, giving up 70 points while limiting their opponent to just 32% shooting from the field. The Ducks were particularly effective inside, where they allowed only 11 made two-point shots on 33 attempts, a 33% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's defense gave up 11 threes on 35 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31%. The Ducks also sent them to the line 20 times, where they hit 15 free throws for a 75% rate. Oregon allowed 21 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does San Diego State Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Diego State continued their strong start to the season with a 71-53 road win over Creighton on Tuesday. The Aztecs entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread as well.</p> <p>After leading 32-28 at halftime, San Diego State locked down defensively in the 2nd half, holding Creighton to just 25 points while scoring 39 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 124, well under the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>San Diego State put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They hit 47.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 17 attempts, while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 3 of 7 attempts (42.9%).</p> <p>BJ Davis and Pop Isaacs each scored 18 points, with Davis shooting 63.6% from the field and 60% from three-point range. Isaacs added 5 assists, despite shooting just 35% overall and 20% from deep. Miles Byrd contributed 16 points, hitting 60% of his shots and 50% from three.</p><p>San Diego State's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 33% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 19% (6/31).</p> <p>Even when sent to the free-throw line, the opponent couldn't capitalize, hitting only 5 of 13 attempts (38%). San Diego State did give up 14 offensive rebounds, but their strong defensive effort helped mitigate the damage.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs San Diego State Aztecs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies will host the Houston Rockets in a divisional matchup. The Rockets are favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 220.</p>

<p>Memphis has lost nine straight games and is 13th in the Western Conference. Houston is 12th in the West and has a record of 24-29.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 94-81 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Alperen Sengün finishing with Alperen Sengün points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Houston Pull Off A Win at FedExForum?</h3><p>Houston is favored by 3.5 points on the spread today and has gone 12-6 ATS as the favorite this season. As the favorite, the Rockets have won two straight games and are 14-4 overall. In these games, they have outscored opponents by an average of 8.9 points per game.</p>

<p>On the road, the Rockets are 9-15 ATS this season and have a straight-up record of 5-20. In Western Conference games, they are 16-13 compared to 8-16 against the East. Currently, they are 12th in the West.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Knicks, the Rockets won 105-103 as 1-point favorites. The O/U line for that game was 224.5, and Houston has now won three straight games to improve to 24-29 on the season.</p>

<p>This year, the Rockets have an O/U record of 24-29, and the under has hit in their last three games. On average, their games have finished with 225.9 points, and today's O/U line is set at 220.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with the Grizzlies, the Rockets are 22nd in the NBA in scoring at 113.3 points per game. However, they have been better at home (115.2 PPG) than on the road (111.2 PPG).</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Houston is 13th in the league at 99.2 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 25th at 46%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Rockets have hit 35% of their three-point attempts, which is 26th in the NBA. In terms of assists, they are 24th at 24.9 per game.</p><p>The Rockets' defense is presently ranked 10th in the league, allowing an average of 112.6 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Rockets squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 54.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 34.3% from downtown.</p><h3>No Pressure for Memphis as Home Dogs</h3><p>Memphis comes into today's game as 3.5-point underdogs, and they have lost their last eight games as the underdog. This season, they are 12-28 as the underdog and have gone 20-20 against the spread in those games.</p>

<p>The Grizzlies' O/U record for the season is 23-30-1, and their games have averaged 219.8 points per game compared to today's line of 220. In games with higher O/U lines than 220, Memphis is 36-18.</p>

<p>Memphis lost to the Pelicans in their last game by a score of 96-87. The Grizzlies were 9.5-point underdogs going into the game, giving them their fourth straight ATS win as the underdog. The game finished with a combined scoring total of 183 points.</p>

<p>Overall, Memphis is 18-36 this season, which is 13th in the Western Conference. Against the West, they are 12-24 compared to 6-12 in non-conference games. At home, the Grizzlies are 5-20 and have an ATS record of 9-16.</p><p>At home, the Grizzlies have struggled offensively, averaging just 103.9 points per game (30th). Overall, Memphis is 30th in the league in scoring at 106.7 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, the Grizzlies are 30th in the NBA at 43%. So far, they have outscored the league average in just 20.4% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Memphis is 17th in the league at 98.4 possessions per game. In terms of two-point shooting, the Grizzlies are 29th in the NBA at 51%. From beyond the arc, they are 28th in three-point shooting at 34%.</p>

<p>So far, the Grizzlies have made 15.6 free throws per game (29th). In terms of offensive rebounds, Memphis is 22nd in the league. Overall, they are 23rd in assists at 25.2 per game.</p><p>In the current season, the Grizzlies defense has excelled, sitting 12th in the NBA by allowing 113.1 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Grizzlies squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.7% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 38.3% from downtown.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 2/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Flames and Ducks game? Catch the action at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, as the Ducks hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames are favored by -1.5 in this Pacific divisional contest against the Ducks. The game's over/under currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>CALGARY FLAMES VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Ducks winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+115)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Calgary Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Calgary dropped to 18-14-7 with a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, as the teams combined for 6.</p> <p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up by the 15:32 mark of the third. However, Edmonton responded with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>Calgary’s offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal of the year in the third.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal but were hampered by 22 giveaways. Calgary was shut out in the first period before Mantha’s goal at 15:27 in the second, and Sharangovich’s goal came at 15:32 in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames will look to bounce back after allowing four goals to the Oilers, including the game-winner at the 9:50 mark of the 3rd period. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, but the defense will need to tighten up early, as they gave up the first two goals of the game. The first came just 20 seconds into the 1st period, and the second came at the 11:48 mark. They also gave up an empty-net goal with 3 seconds left in the 3rd.</p><h3>Can Anaheim Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 17-18-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Anaheim, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period. They trailed 3-0 before finally scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got the Ducks on the board at 10:16 in the third, but the Blackhawks responded with another goal before Mason McTavish scored for Anaheim with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Anaheim’s offense managed 39 shots on goal, but only broke through in the third period of their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish followed with his own second goal, which came on a power play with just four seconds left.</p> <p>Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the year, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s late goal. Ryan Strome also contributed with his fourth assist. The Ducks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, allowing the first three goals of the game, including two on the power play, and another at 7:03 in the 1st period. Lukas Dostal finished with 25 saves and a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

Calgary Flames vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

Major fields mean major opportunities to get strong players at cheap prices. The PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park is the first major of this wretched 2020 calendar year. Fans won’t be on hand, but 95 of the top 100 players in the world will be. And there are only so many dollars that each player can cost.

Our goal each week in this DFS piece is to find the value players. The ones that could post low enough numbers for a cheap top-10 or top-15 finish that can be the difference between finishing in the money and finishing with nothing but a lost entry fee. We know you want to take as many top players as you can, but that costs money and that is why we dig deep for the value guys.

TPC Harding Park is going to play more like a US Open than a PGA Championship in the minds of most, so the fairways will be narrow and the rough will be extremely penal. As a result, we’re looking at some accurate drivers and some good scramblers. If this ends up like last year at Bethpage Black, par is going to be a really, really good score.

Salaries are from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/draftkings"><strong>DraftKings</strong> </a>as we look at the top value picks for the 2020 PGA Championship:

<strong>Brendon Todd ($7,400) – </strong>Generally speaking, about $8,000 is the cut-off in these things, but we often try to look a lot lower. This week, Brendon Todd is up near the top of the salary range we’re looking for in this event. Todd is $7,400 and has played well the last four events. He’s had terrible Sundays, shooting 75, 76, 73, 75, so there is a certain degree of hesitance to back him here. He’s been hurting those that have rostered him when it matters most. Todd is third in driving accuracy and that is going to be a huge part of the equation this week. He’s also 33rd in SG: Putting per the official PGA Tour site. Todd had two wins before it all shut down, but he has two top-15 finishes and another top-25 in his last four events. This is a great price on him.

<strong>Scottie Scheffler ($7,300) – </strong>Scottie Scheffler might have found something last week. He posted four rounds in the 60s en route to finishing T-15th at the WGC-FedEx St. Jude. Scheffler now has back-to-back top-25 finishes. He, like Todd, had a terrible final round at the Memorial, but a lot of guys did as the weather came into play. Scheffler was pretty popular before the shutdown, but then struggled coming back from the layoff. It seems like he has figured it out a little bit now. Scheffler is 10th in SG: OTT for the season. He was fifth in SG: T2G last week. If he can roll some putts better, he’ll be a factor.

<strong>Cameron Champ ($7,000) – </strong>Play off the tee is going to be crucial this week. This will play as a par 70 of over 7,200 yards. Cameron Champ isn’t the more accurate drivers, but he is one of the most powerful guys on the PGA Tour. Even if he winds up with some shots from the cabbage, he’s plenty strong enough to get those out of there. Champ was third in SG: OTT last week at TPC Southwind and had a really impressive showing from the tee box. Putting will ultimately matter in every tournament, but the give and take of this format may mean easier greens because of some thinner fairways and penal rough. As long as Champ can rack up enough GIRs, he can post some good scores at a cheap price. Champ is second for the season in SG: OTT.

<strong>Corey Conners ($7,000) – </strong>The most famous person from Listowel, Ontario is Jared Keeso of <em>Letterkenny</em> fame. The second is Corey Conners. Conners is a SG: OTT master. He ranks 14th in that. He’s also 14th in SG: Approach. He is just a bad putter and his chipping and pitching games need work. But, he’s in the top 20 in SG: T2G for the PGA Tour season. Conners is 4th in GIR percentage this season and 31st in driving accuracy. This course probably won’t require a masterful putting effort if the fairways and the rough are going to be so challenging, so this just might be the type of week for a ball striker like Conners to play really well in a big-time event.

<strong>Lucas Glover ($6,700) – </strong>I have to throw one guy in the $6000s in there for those really running low in the salary cap department. Lucas Glover is that guy this week. We may be getting an opportunity to buy low on Glover, as he missed the cut last week. He finished T-38th at the Memorial to stop a streak of four straight top-25 finishes. He’s 50th in driving accuracy this season and 27th in SG: Approach. He’s going to have to figure it out with the wedges and the putter, but if he plays from the short grass and stays true on approach, he’ll have a leg up on the rest of the field as they scramble around the course. Glover has a chance at a sneaky top-20 finish this week and that is a great ROI at this price point.

Golf DFS Picks: The 2020 PGA Championship

<p>It’s going to be another big weekend in the horse racing industry, and Churchill Downs is going to be loaded with some great races. A full Saturday of horse racing is set to take place, with everything leading up to the Lukas Classic Stakes.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This will be a G2 race on Saturday night, and the prize purse is $500,000. The horses are going to be running 1 ⅛ mile, and it’s a race that was first run back in 2013. There are a couple of big name horses set to run, but the entire field could come away with a win.</p>



<p>Here is a look at the Lukas Classic Stakes odds, and the horse that should win the race.&nbsp;</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Three Horses Stand Out</h2>



<p>The first thing you will notice when looking at the betting odds is that these odds are extremely tight for all of the horses in the race. Hit Show is currently sitting as the betting favorite, but most would think that a different horse would be on top.&nbsp;</p>



<p>It’s not as if Hit Show is not talented enough to win the race, but there are some other top competitors in the mix as well. Rattle N Roll is another horse that has had a ton of success this season, and it currently has odds at +250 to come away with a win.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Hit Show and Rattle N Roll are both favorites for a reason, but it’s the third horse that you should be looking out for. Disarm comes into this event at +300, and it’s a horse that continues to come up big in the best situations.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Those are the three horses that stand out, but you should also look at the rest of the horses in the field.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Others in the Field</h2>



<p>There are eight horses in the field for Saturday night, but a couple of them are going to be big underdogs. These odds do tend to fall off in a big way, but not before there are two other horses to keep in mind.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Cooke Creek and Warrior Jonny both have betting odds sitting at +500 to win the Lukas Classic Stakes, and that does throw them into the mix. While those two horses do have some solid odds, you should not expect them to come up with a win.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here are the other three horses running on Saturday night, but you should ignore those when betting:</p>



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<li>Stiletto Boy +2000</li>



<li>Happy American +2000</li>



<li>Bolzy +3000</li>
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<p><em><a href="https://admin.bangthebook.com/reviews/betdsi/">Odds courtesy of BetDSI</a></em></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Picking a Winner</h2>



<p>After checking out all of the betting odds, it’s time to predict the horse that will come away with a win at the Lukas Classic Stakes. There are so many great horses running on Saturday night at Churchill Downs, but one horse is clearly better than the rest.</p>



<p>The odds for Disarm are deceiving ahead of this race, but he is clearly the best horse in the field. There is a ton of value in getting him at +300, and now is the time to wager.&nbsp;</p>



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Lukas Classic Stakes Betting Preview

<p>The Ravens are heavily favored at -530 on the money line as they face the Steelers in an AFC North playoff matchup. The game, which kicks off at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th, is being televised by AMZN. The Ravens are -9.5 point favorites, with the over/under line set at 45.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Ravens -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALTIMORE RAVENS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ravens winning this one by a score of 28 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Ravens winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -9.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 45.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Steelers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>After ending the regular season with four straight losses, the Steelers bounced back in week 1, defeating the Falcons 18-10. Pittsburgh entered the game as 4-point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with an 8-point win. The combined scoring of 28 points fell short of the 43-point line, marking the second straight under for the Steelers.</p> <p>Pittsburgh finished the regular season with a 10-7 record, placing them 6th in our power rankings. Against the spread, they went 11-6, with a +1.9 average scoring margin. Their O/U record was 8-9, with their games averaging 42.8 points compared to a 42-point line.</p><p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Steelers rank 22nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 22.4 points per game, and sit 23rd in total yards per game with 319.4. Pittsburgh leans heavily on the run game, ranking 4th in rushing attempts and 11th in rushing yards per game. Najee Harris, who is questionable with a concussion, has rushed for 1,043 yards and 6 touchdowns this season.</p> <p>In the passing game, the Steelers rank 27th in passing yards per game and 25th in attempts. Justin Fields threw for 245 yards (25/32) with 1 touchdown and 1 interception in week 3. Calvin Austin III led the team with 95 receiving yards on 4 catches, including a touchdown.</p><p>In the Steelers' 19-17 loss to the Bengals, they gave up 314 yards and 37 completions in the passing game. Despite this, they did manage to sack the quarterback four times and came away with one interception. The Bengals completed 80.4% of their passes and had a tough time on third down, converting just 38.5% of their chances.<p></p>Pittsburgh's run defense was solid, allowing only 68 yards on 21 attempts (3.2 yards per attempt). However, the Bengals were able to move the ball effectively through the air, finishing with 246 passing yards and a key touchdown late in the game.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into the playoffs, the Ravens hold the top spot in the AFC North with a 12-5 record, including a 4-game winning streak. They bounced back from two straight losses to start the season by defeating the Cowboys, Bills, Bengals, and Steelers. In week 16, they beat Pittsburgh 34-17, covering the 7-point spread. They also covered in week 15, beating the Giants by 21 points as 16.5-point favorites.</p> <p>Baltimore ranks 2nd in our power rankings and has an average scoring margin of +9.2 points per game. They are 10-6-1 against the spread and have covered in four straight games. Their O/U record is 13-4, with their games averaging 51.7 points compared to an average line of 47.3.</p><p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Ravens are 3rd in the NFL in points per game, averaging 30.5. They also lead the league in yards per game with 424.9. Baltimore has leaned heavily on their rushing attack, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and 1st in rushing yards per game (187.6). On 3rd down, they rank 3rd in the NFL with a 48.2% conversion rate.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson posted a passer rating of 139 in his last game, going 12/15 for 182 yards and a touchdown in week 3 against the Cowboys. Derrick Henry rushed for 151 yards and 2 touchdowns on 25 carries, while Nelson Agholor led the team in receiving with 56 yards on 1 catch.</p><p>In their 35-10 win over the Browns, the Ravens' defense allowed just 56 rushing yards on 19 attempts. They picked off two passes, limited Cleveland to 52.9% completions, and held them to 33.3% on third down. The Ravens gave up one passing touchdown and allowed the Browns to finish with 174 passing yards.<p></p>Baltimore's defense also recorded two sacks and held the Browns to 10 points. They were tough to run against, giving up only 2.9 yards per attempt and forcing Cleveland to become one-dimensional on offense.</p>

<p>The Broncos are +358 on the money line as they head to Buffalo to take on the Bills in a Wild Card round matchup. The Bills are the heavy favorite at -468, with the Broncos at +8.5 on the point spread. The game is being televised on CBS, with a 1:00 ET kickoff at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY. The over/under line is set at 47 points.</p><h3>DENVER BRONCOS VS BUFFALO BILLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Broncos +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Highmark Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Broncos winning this one by a score of 32 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Broncos winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +8.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Broncos Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Denver finished the regular season with a 10-7 record, placing them 3rd in the AFC West and 7th in the conference. After starting the season ranked 17th in our power rankings, the Broncos went 4-5 on the road and 6-2 at home. Against the spread, they were 12-5, including an 8-0 record as favorites. Their O/U record was 11-6, with their games averaging 43.3 points (O/U line: 41.3).</p> <p>In week 18, the Broncos bounced back from two straight losses with a 38-0 win over the Chiefs. They were 11-point favorites and covered the spread, but the 38 points fell short of the 40.5-point O/U line. In week 17, Denver lost 30-24 to the Bengals, and in week 16, they fell 34-27 to the Chargers.</p><p>Heading into the Wild Card round, the Broncos rank 16th in our offensive power rankings. They are 10th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 25, and 19th in yards per game, with 324.6. Denver ranks 20th in passing yards per game (212.4) and 16th in rushing yards per game (112.2), while ranking 13th in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 22nd in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 3, Bo Nix threw for 216 yards on 25/36 passing, after throwing for 246 yards in week 2 and 138 yards in week 1. Courtland Sutton led the team with 7 catches for 68 yards in week 3, and Tyler Badie had 9 carries for 70 yards. Denver scored 14 points in the 1st quarter against the Buccaneers, but only managed 6 points the rest of the game.</p><p>Denver's defense was dominant in their 38-0 win over the Chiefs, allowing just 98 yards. The Broncos' secondary was outstanding, holding the Chiefs to 71 yards passing and not allowing a single point. They also limited Kansas City to a 58.8% completion percentage and allowed just a 4.2 yards per attempt.</p><p></p><p>Against the run, the Broncos gave up only 27 yards on 11 attempts. They recorded five sacks and held the Chiefs to a 11.1% third-down conversion rate. Denver also had nine more quarterback hits than the Chiefs in the game.</p><h3>Are The Bills Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Bills finished the season 13-4, putting them 2nd in the AFC and 1st in the AFC East. After back-to-back losses in weeks 4 and 5, Buffalo bounced back with three straight wins, including a 37-point victory over the Jaguars in week 3. They also took down the Dolphins in week 2 and the Cardinals in week 1, but they couldn’t cover the 6.5-point spread against Arizona, winning by 6.</p> <p>Buffalo is 10-7 against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of +9.2 points. Their O/U record is 11-6, with the over hitting in their last two games. The average line in Bills games has been 46.3 points, while the teams have combined for 52.5 points per game.</p><p>Josh Allen is coming off a big game in week 3, throwing for 263 yards and 4 touchdowns with a passer rating of 142 against the Jaguars. He has not thrown an interception in his first three games this season. Khalil Shakir led the team with 6 catches for 72 yards and a touchdown in week 3.</p> <p>Buffalo is averaging 30.9 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the NFL, and they are 10th in yards per game with 359.1. They rank 7th in 3rd down conversions but have struggled in the red zone, ranking 30th in conversion percentage.</p><p>In the Bills' 23-16 loss to the Patriots, Buffalo's defense allowed 232 passing yards on 22 completions. Despite this, they did force New England to a 33.3% third-down conversion rate. The Patriots finished with 309 total yards, and Buffalo limited them to 77 rushing yards on 30 attempts.<p></p>Buffalo's defense managed one sack and had more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Patriots. New England did find the endzone once through the air, and opposing quarterbacks completed 73.3% of their passes against the Bills.</p>