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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bucks (-133) will host the Kings (+112) in a non-conference matchup. Milwaukee is currently favored by 2.5 points and the over/under line is set at 228.5. The Kings have won seven straight games and are 20-19 on the season. The Bucks are 20-17 and sit 6th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-124 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Kings Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Kings improved to 20-19 on the season following a 124-119 win over the Bulls on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by five points, pushed the spread with the victory. The game’s total of 243 points went over the pre-game line of 238.</p> <p>After trailing 63-61 at halftime, the Kings outscored the Bulls 36-32 in the third quarter to take a 97-95 lead into the fourth. Sacramento then held Chicago to 24 points in the final period while scoring 27 to seal the win.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings to a win over the Bulls, scoring 26 points with 9 rebounds and 4 threes at 50% shooting from deep. Domantas Sabonis added 22 points, hitting 80% from the field, while DeMar DeRozan contributed 21 points against his former team.</p> <p>The Kings shot 49.5% overall, making 13 threes at 33.3%. Fox and DeRozan both scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, with Malik Monk adding 18 points, including 7 in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings struggled through the first three quarters, giving up 30 points in the 1st, 33 in the 2nd, and 32 in the 3rd. However, they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 24 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 119 points on 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Kings had a tough time defending the three, with the Bulls hitting 18 threes at a 48% clip. Sacramento sent Chicago to the line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Kings finished with 42 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Bucks Chances at Home</h3><p>The Bucks fell to 20-17 on the season after a 140-106 road loss to the Knicks on Sunday. Milwaukee, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 246 points exceeded the O/U line of 228 by 18 points.</p> <p>New York took control with a 12-0 run, pushing the score from 75-62 to 87-62. The Bucks trailed 108-89 heading into the 4th quarter, where they were outscored 32-17.</p><p>In their 140-106 loss to the Knicks, the Bucks struggled offensively, shooting just 45.7% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 10 threes at a 29.4% rate.</p> <p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led Milwaukee with 24 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 13 points in the 1st quarter and adding 10 more in the 3rd. Damian Lillard contributed 22 points, while Khris Middleton added 16, making 2 threes at 50% efficiency.</p><p>Defensively, the Bucks struggled against the Knicks, giving up 140 points on Sunday. Milwaukee allowed 36 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 2nd, with New York shooting 58% from the field.</p> <p>The Knicks also hit 18 threes at a 43% clip. The Bucks sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 20 free throws. Milwaukee finished with 24 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 3 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Minutemen and Rams game? Catch the action at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Fordham is favored by -1 to win at home against Massachusetts.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fordham Rams -1</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FORDHAM RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Fordham pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Minutemen Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Massachusetts dropped to 5-11 on the season after a 77-70 road loss to George Mason on Saturday. The Minutemen were +11.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>UMass trailed 36-32 at halftime and scored 38 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 41. The game’s total points of 147 went over the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Minutemen put up 70 points, shooting just 36.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 6 of 18 attempts, and connected on 37.8% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, UMass shot 77.4%, converting 24 of 31 attempts. Rahsool Diggins led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range, while Darius Maddox added 18 points on 7 of 15 shooting.</p><p>Massachusetts gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, allowing 62% shooting on two-point attempts (18/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Massachusetts held their opponent to 30% shooting (6/20). However, they sent them to the free-throw line 35 times, where they made 23 free throws (65%). The Minutemen also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Rams Chances at Home</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Rams dropped to 7-9 on the season following a 74-64 loss to Davidson on Saturday. Fordham entered the game as +9 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Fordham struggled early, trailing 36-20 at halftime, but showed fight in the second half, outscoring Davidson 44-38. However, their comeback effort wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Fordham's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 24.2% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 42.2%. They managed only 9 assists and 8 offensive rebounds, while shooting 62.5% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 23 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 52.9%. Connor Kochera and Japhet Medor each added 20 points, with Medor dishing out 5 assists. Jackie Johnson III also scored 20 points, but hit just 4 of 16 from three-point range.</p><p>Fordham's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 26 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, Fordham allowed 21 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 5 of 16 shooting, or 31%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 17 free throws, a 70% success rate. Fordham allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Massachusetts Minutemen vs Fordham Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Kutter Crawford will get the start for the Red Sox (51-46, 26-22 home) as they host the Mets (45-51, 22-29 away) at Fenway Park. The Mets will give the starting nod to Kodai Senga. Check out my prediction for game one of this interleague matchup between the New York Mets and Boston Red Sox.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Red Sox -121</p><p>This game will be played at Fenway Park at 7:10 ET on Friday, July 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON RED SOX:</h3><ul><li>On the road, the Mets have dropped two straight games.</li><li>The Red Sox are on a five game winning streak as the home underdog.</li><li>The Red Sox are 3-0 in Kutter Crawford's last three starts.</li></ul><h3>NEW YORK METS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>New York enters today's matchup with an overall record of 45-51, placing them 4th in the NL East. The club has played in 31 series so far, and has a record of 10-17-4, including dropping each of their past two sets. The Mets are 23-22 at home and 22-29 and 23-22 at home.</p><p><p>Today, New York starter Kodai Senga will aim to reduce the number of home-runs he has allowed in his last two appearances. Through the season, Senga has compiled a 7-5 record and an ERA of 3.20. He has tallied 122 strikeouts and an impressive K/9 rate of 11.48, while also averaging 4.61 walks per 9 innings pitched.</p></p><p>Kodai Senga notched a quality start in his latest appearance, hurling six frames and allowing one run. Unfortunately for the Mets, they were unable to get past the Dodgers, falling 5-1.</p><p>The Mets have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 12 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 6th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 8th in home runs and 15th in slugging percentage. Overall, New York is averaging 4.4 runs per game (16th).</p><p>Pete Alonso has been a major contributor to the Mets' offensive performance in 2023, leading the team with 26 home runs and 63 RBIs. His slugging percentage is currently .472 for the season.</p><h3>WILL THE BOSTON RED SOX TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>On a record of 51-46, the Red Sox come into today's game 4th in the AL East. When playing at home, they are 26-22 and 25-24 on the road. Boston has played in 31 series thus far, and have gone 17-11-3. </p><p><p>Kutter Crawford is set to make his 19th appearance of the 2023 season today, boasting a 4-4 record thus far. His ERA stands at 3.74 and opponents have a .278 OBP against him, while he has struck out 67 batters and holds a WHIP of 1.13. Crawford has been particularly impressive on the road, with an ERA of 2.45 compared to 6.28 at home.</p></p><p>The Red Sox emerged victorious in Kutter Crawford's last outing, defeating the Cubs 11-5. The right-hander tossed six frames of one-hit ball, surrendering no earned runs and earning his sixth win of the season.</p><p>Offensively, Boston is ranked 5th in the league with an average of 5 runs per game. When looking over their last five matchups, the Red Sox averaged 5.4 runs per contest, which is 6th best in that span. In terms of their power numbers, Boston is 17th in all of baseball, with a total of 105 home runs.</p><p>Triston Casas has been a powerful presence in the Red Sox's lineup over their last ten games, leading the team with three home runs. His season-long total of 12 homers puts him at the top of the leaderboard. Casas has also put up an overall batting average of</p>

New York Mets vs Boston Red Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 7/21/23

<p>At 6:00 ET, the 29-45 Brooklyn Nets will host the 41-33 Los Angeles Lakers in a non-conference matchup. The Lakers are currently favored by 5.5 points and come into this game 9th in the Western Conference. The Nets are on a 3-game win streak and are 11th in the East.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn and can be seen on YES. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 224 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, March 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-106 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have LeBron James finishing with LeBron James points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Today, the Lakers are favored by 5.5 points against the Nets. This season, they have been favored in 40 of their 74 games and have a record of 27-13 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 17-23 against the spread, and their average scoring margin is +4 points per game.</p>

<p>Los Angeles' O/U record for the season is 42-32, and their games have averaged a combined 235.4 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 224, and 65 of their games have had higher O/U lines than that.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Lakers lost to the Pacers by a score of 109-90. They were 3.5-point underdogs in that game and finished with an ATS record of 34-40 for the season. The combined scoring in the game was 199 points, which was well below the O/U line of 244.5.</p>

<p>Currently, the Lakers are in 9th place in the Western Conference with a record of 41-33. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 25-23 and 7-9 against other teams in the Pacific Division. On the road, the Lakers are 14-21 compared to 27-12 at home.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Lakers are 8th in the NBA at 117.7 points per game. However, they are just 9th in scoring on the road at 116.1 points per game.</p>

<p>Los Angeles has outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.1% of their games this season. In terms of pace, the Lakers are 4th in the league at 101.1 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Lakers are 3rd in field goal percentage at 49%. They are also 7th in true shooting percentage.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Lakers will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 117.7 points per game (23rd). Los Angeles' defense is currently forcing 13.2 turnovers per game, which is 20th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 10th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.5 rejections per game.</p><h3>Can Brooklyn Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Nets have won three straight games and are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 29-45. In the Atlantic Division, they are in 4th place.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Nets have a record of 13-37 this season. In their last three games as the underdog, they have gone 2-1 straight-up and 19-28 ATS.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Nets defeated the Bulls by a score of 125-108. The O/U line for that game was 214.5, and Brooklyn was getting 3 points going into the game.</p>

<p>This season, the Nets have an O/U record of 37-37. The over has hit in their last two games, and their games have averaged a combined 224.7 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Nets covered the spread, improving their ATS record to 32-39 for the season. At home, they are 19-14 ATS, compared to 13-25 on the road.</p><p>At home, the Nets are averaging 113.5 points per game, which is 19th in the NBA. Overall, they are 24th in scoring at 111.2 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Brooklyn is 28th in the league at 45%.</p>

<p>In terms of three-point shooting, the Nets are 8th in the NBA with an average of 13.6 made threes per game. They are also 9th in three-point attempts. Overall, Brooklyn is shooting 36% from beyond the arc.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Nets are 24th in the league at 96.9 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are 18th with an average of 26.2 per game.</p><p>At this time, the Nets' defense is positioned 14th in the NBA, permitting 113.5 points per game. Opponents are hitting 53.9% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 37.0% of their three-point attempts.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 3/31/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolfpack and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! North Carolina State come into this Atlantic Coast conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 132.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>North Carolina State dropped to 9-7 on the season after a narrow 63-61 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Wolfpack were +4.5 point underdogs heading into the game and managed to cover the spread, but they couldn’t pull off the win at home.</p> <p>NC State trailed 26-20 at halftime but came out strong in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 37. Despite the late push, they couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 124 fell well short of the 150.5 over/under line.</p><p>NC State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and 15.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they did manage to connect on 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Hill added 20 points and 9 rebounds. The Wolfpack grabbed 16 offensive boards but finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of just 36% (24/65). They limited two-point shooting to 21/46 (45%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense was even more effective, allowing only 3/19 (15%) shooting. They sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws (83%).</p><h3>Will Virginia Tech Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 7-9 on the season with a 71-68 road win over California on Saturday. The Hokies entered the game as +7 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia Tech appeared to be cruising after taking a 42-23 lead into halftime, but they allowed Cal to score 45 points in the 2nd half while managing just 29 points themselves. Despite the late scare, the Hokies held on for the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from three-point range, finishing with 71 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.2%, and they hit 24 of 41 two-point attempts (58.5%).</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the Hokies with 24 points, despite shooting 40% overall and 16.7% from deep. Tyler Johnson contributed 11 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 71.4% of his shots. Virginia Tech also recorded 12 assists and 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 32% shooting from the field, including 36% from two-point range (15/41).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they limited the damage to 7 made threes on 27 attempts (25%).</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Saints and Mountaineers. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mountaineers at Knott Arena in Emmitsburg, MD. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 129.5 points, and the Mountaineers are favored to win at home against the Saints.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +9</p><p>This game will be played at Knott Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have Mount St. Mary's winning straight-up, we like Siena at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Saints Chances on the Road</h3><p>In today's game against Mount St. Mary's, the Siena team comes in with a 2-5 overall record. So far this season, the Saints are 0-3 on the road, while they have a 2-2 record at home. Siena has a subpar ATS performance, sitting below .500 at 2-5. On the road, they are 1-2 vs. the spread this season and have a 3-7 ATS record in their previous ten road games.</p><p>Through seven games, Siena has an over/under record of 2-4-1 with their games averaging a combined 133.3 points per game so far. When analyzing the Saints' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 130 points per game and an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>Siena is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 67 points vs. Rider. This figure is more than their season average of 58.9 points per game. The team's top scorer is Giovanni Emejuru, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 11.1, while Zek Tekin also maintains a PPG average of 13.2 leading up to the game.</p><p>On defense, Siena is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 74.4 points per game. Against Rider in their most recent game, the Siena defense gave up a total of 65 points while allowing Rider to hit 44% of their shots.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Mountaineers come into today's game with a 1-5 record, having just lost to Manhattan (75-74). Mount St. Mary's is 0-4 on the road this season and 1-1 at home. Entering today's game, Mount St. Mary's has a 2-4 against the spread (ATS) record. In their previous five games, the team has gone 1-4 ATS.</p><p>So far, Mount St. Mary's' games have averaged 143.7 points per game with the average over/under line being 136.2 points. Over the course of the last five games, the Mountaineers' games have averaged 147 points per game, along with an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their latest game, Mount St. Mary's offense put up 74 points against Manhattan. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 45.6% and made 5 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Dakota Leffew with 21 points. Deshayne Montgomery also added 15 points for the Mountaineers.</p><p>Currently, the Mountaineers' defense holds the 151st rank in the nation, allowing 73.5 points per game. The Mount St. Mary's defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 75 points and allowed Manhattan to connect on 9 threes.</p>

Siena Saints vs Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/23

<p>Planning on watching today's Beacons and Bruins game? Catch the action at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. This Missouri Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 158.5 points, and Belmont is favored to win by -6.5 at home vs. Valparaiso.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like Valparaiso at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Valparaiso Pull Off A Win at Curb Event Center?</h3><p>Valparaiso's season record dropped to 8-7 after a 58-47 road loss to Murray State on Saturday. The Beacons entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 105 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Valparaiso trailed 26-21 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 26 points while allowing 32.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 47 points with a field goal percentage of 33.9% (19/56). Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, and they hit 29.2% from beyond the arc, making 7 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Nick Ellington led the way with 15 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field. Cooper Schwieger added 12 points and 7 boards, hitting 54.5% of his shots. The Beacons finished with just 7 assists and 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Valparaiso put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 34% shooting from the field. The Beacons were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 37% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Valparaiso's defense was equally impressive, as they allowed just 4 threes on 16 attempts (25%). They also sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws (75%).</p><h3>Can the Bruins Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Belmont improved to 11-5 on the season with an 84-79 road win over Indiana State on Saturday. The Bruins entered the game as +3 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>Belmont led 42-32 at halftime and scored another 42 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 47 points after the break. The total points for the game came in at 163, under the O/U line of 171.5.</p><p>Belmont's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 51.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 61.7%. They connected on 46.2% of their threes, hitting 12 of 26 attempts, while shooting 55.9% from inside the arc.</p> <p>Carter Whitt led the way with 25 points and 6 assists, shooting 52.6% from the field and 50% from three. Jaden Daughtry was nearly perfect, going 10-for-11 from the field in just 22 minutes, finishing with 23 points.</p><p>Despite Belmont's defensive efforts, they gave up 79 points, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 63 attempts. Belmont struggled to contain them inside, allowing them to hit 65% of their two-point shots, going 17 for 26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Belmont held their opponent to 27% shooting, as they made just 10 of 37 three-point attempts. The Bruins also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 62%. Belmont allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Valparaiso Beacons vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Colonels and Norse. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Norse at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, KY. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Northern Kentucky as the -6.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142 points.</p><h3>NICHOLLS COLONELS VS NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Kentucky Norse -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Norse.</li><li>Not only will Northern Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Nicholls Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Nicholls Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Colonels dropped their home opener to South Alabama, 70-64, on Friday, November 8th. Nicholls, who were -5.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 30-24 at halftime, Nicholls scored 40 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40 points as well. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nicholls struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.9% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, and they hit only 61.5% of their free throws.</p> <p>Ike Cornish and Myles Corey each scored 18 points, with Cornish hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% clip. Corey was 0-5 from deep but added 8 assists. Brian Myles and Dylan Fasoyiro both contributed 17 points, with Myles shooting 60% overall and 75% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 70 points, the Nicholls Colonels' defense held their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, as they connected on 22 of 63 attempts. Nicholls was particularly effective inside, limiting their opponent to 37% shooting on two-point attempts, with only 10 makes on 27 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nicholls allowed 12 threes on 36 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 61%. Nicholls gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Norse?</h3><h3>Northern Kentucky Norse Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Norse faced a tough challenge on Friday, November 8th, as they took on Purdue on the road. Entering the game as +20.5 point underdogs, Northern Kentucky fell short, losing 72-50. They not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Northern Kentucky trailed 37-24 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 26 points while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 122, which was under the 147.5-point line.</p><p>Northern Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 29.8% from the field and 21.7% from three-point range, finishing with 50 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.1%, and they managed 15 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Fletcher Loyer was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 66.7% overall, finishing with 16 points and 4 assists. Trey Kaufman-Renn added 14 points, shooting 80.0% from the field.</p><p>Despite Northern Kentucky's defensive struggles, they allowed 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts (18/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Kentucky gave up 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws (64%).</p>

Nicholls Colonels vs Northern Kentucky Norse NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pirates and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Big East conference contest is set at 138 points, with Butler being favored by -8 at home against Seton Hall.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +8</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Butler winning straight-up, we like Seton Hall at +8.</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 the Pirates Pull Off a Win at Indianapolis?</h3><p>Seton Hall’s season record fell to 6-10 after a 91-85 road loss to Providence on Saturday. The Pirates entered the game as +8 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 41-41 first half, Seton Hall scored 44 points in the second half but allowed 50. The game’s total points of 176 far exceeded the over/under line of 130.5.</p><p>Seton Hall put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They connected on 31.8% of their threes, hitting 7 of 22 attempts, while knocking down 80% of their free throws (16/20). The Pirates also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.</p> <p>Bensley Joseph was a standout, scoring 28 points in 26 minutes, shooting 8 of 10 overall and 7 of 9 from beyond the arc. Isaiah Coleman added 26 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep, and Prince Aligbe contributed 19 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall's opponents hit 12 threes on 25 attempts, shooting 48%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 23, shooting 69%. Seton Hall gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Butler Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Butler dropped to 7-10 on the season after a 80-76 loss to Creighton on Saturday. The Bulldogs were +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>At halftime, the game was tied at 43-43, but Butler was outscored 37-33 in the 2nd half, leading to the loss.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They connected on 57.9% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 32% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 25 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they converted 8 of 12 attempts for 66.7%.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.7% overall and 60% from three-point range, hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Steven Ashworth contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 8 three-point attempts. Patrick McCaffery added 21 points, shooting 42.9% from three, while Pierre Brooks II and Jamiya Neal each chipped in 14 points.</p><p>Butler's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponents to connect on 57% of their two-point attempts, with 22 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Butler's defense held their opponents to 32% shooting, as they hit 8 of 25 three-point shots. The free-throw line wasn't much of a factor, with the opposing team going 8/12 for 66%. Butler also allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seton Hall Pirates vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>First pitch for Sunday's matchup between the Padres and Rays is set for 1:40 PM ET from Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. BSSUN is carrying the game on TV, and the Rays are the slight home underdogs on the money line (+119). The money line odds have the Padres at -139, and the over/under line is currently at 7 runs.</p>

<p>San Diego is currently 3rd in the NL West with a record of 77-61, while the Rays are 4th in the AL East at 67-68. Dylan Cease is starting for the Padres, and he is facing off against Ryan Pepiot for the Rays.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO PADRES VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Padres Moneyline -139</p><p>This game will be played at Tropicana Field at 1:40 ET on Sunday, September 1st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PADRES VS RAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rays to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Tampa Bay cruised to an easy 11-4 win over the Padres in the most recent game of this series. The Rays had a huge 2nd inning, scoring four of their eleven runs. As for the Padres, they scored their final two runs in the 7th. Heading into the game, the Rays were favored at -124 on the money line.</p>

<p>Shane Baz got the win for the Rays, going five innings and giving up just two hits and two earned runs. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued three walks. On the other side, Randy Vásquez only went 4 1/3 innings for the Padres, giving up nine runs on eleven hits.</p>

<p>Tampa Bay got a huge performance from Junior Caminero, who went 1/4 with a home run and three RBIs. Brandon Lowe, José Caballero, Josh Lowe, and Christopher Morel each had two hits and drove in at least one run.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>San Diego is on the road today vs. the Rays, and they are 77-61 overall, which has them six games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. The Padres are also tied with the Diamondbacks for 2nd place in the division.</p>

<p>The Padres have gone just 5-5 over their last 10 games, and they are 26-14-5 in series this year. As the favorite, the Padres are 48-37 and 29-24 as the underdog. They have been a good team on the road this year, going 40-29 compared to 37-32 at home.</p><p>San Diego is 44-25 against the run line on the road this season, with an average run differential of +1.1 runs per game. The Padres have been a better bet on the run line as an underdog this season, going 36-17, compared to 35-50 as the favorite. Their overall run line record is 71-67, with an average run differential of +0.5 runs per game.</p><p>The San Diego Padres are on the road to face the Tampa Bay Rays today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7 runs. The Padres have had a combined run average of 9.1 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 75-62. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs, and when the line has been set at 7 runs, their over/under record is 9-2. The over has hit in two straight games for the Padres.</p><p>Dylan Cease will be looking to bounce back from his last outing, where he finished with a no-decision. Against the Cardinals, Cease gave up four earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. He allowed four walks and seven hits in the outing. Cease has made 28 starts this year and has a record of 12-10 with a 3.57 ERA. Looking back over his last four outings, Cease has alternated between wins and losses. His ERA on the road is 4.78, compared to 3.25 at home.</p><p>San Diego comes into today's game as the league's top hitting team, with a batting average of .265. They are also the top home run hitting team in the league, and their team on-base percentage of .327 is 4th in the MLB. The Padres are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. </p>

<p>Manny Machado and Jurickson Profar have been the Padres' top power threats this season, with Machado leading the team with 23 homers and Profar right behind him at 21. Machado's 83 RBIs are also the best mark on the team. Over his last eight games, Machado has gone 11/33 with three homers and nine RBIs. Luis Arraez has been a solid all-around hitter for the Padres, batting .309 with four homers and 39 RBIs.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>Tampa Bay is 67-68 overall, and they are 11.5 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Currently, they are in 4th place in the division and have gone 17-23 in AL East games. The Rays will be taking on the Padres at home today with an even 35-35 record at home.</p>

<p>The Rays have dropped two straight series, and their overall series record is 21-17-5 this year. As the underdog, Tampa Bay is 33-38 this year compared to a mark of 34-30 as the favorite. They are also just below .500 at 32-33 on the road this year.</p><p>Despite their overall run line record being below .500, the Rays have been a profitable bet on the run line when playing on the road, where they are 37-28. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 43-28, compared to when they are the favorite, where they are just 24-40.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays are at home today against the San Diego Padres, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7 runs. The Rays have a combined run average of 8.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record for the year is 61-68. Their games have averaged an over/under line of 8 runs per game, and when the line has been set at 7 runs, their record is 2-2-4. The over has hit in their last three games.</p><p>The Rays are sending Ryan Pepiot to the mound today vs. the Padres, and he will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Mariners. In that start, Pepiot took the loss, giving up five earned runs in six innings of work. Looking back further, he has made 20 starts this season and has a record of 7-6 with a 3.61 ERA. Opponents have a batting average of .202 vs. Pepiot this season, and his ERA at home is 4.37 compared to 3.76 on the road. So far, he has turned in eight quality starts and is averaging 9.46 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Yandy Diaz comes into the game as the Rays' top hitter, with a batting average of .276, and he also leads the team with 59 RBIs. Diaz is also on a bit of a hot streak, going 4/10 in his last three games, with two homers. Over his last five games, Josh Lowe is hitting .474 with two homers and three RBIs. Lowe also has four runs scored during this stretch.</p>

<p>As a team, the Rays are batting just .231, and they are also near the bottom of the league in both home runs and runs scored. Overall, they are averaging just 3.9 runs per game. Their team OPS of .677 is 23rd in the league.</p>

San Diego Padres vs Tampa Bay Rays Betting Pick & Prediction 9/1/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Titans versus the Beach? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, CA. This Big West conference matchup has an over/under of 148 points, and Long Beach State is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. Cal State Fullerton.</p><h3>CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS VS LONG BEACH STATE BEACH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal State Fullerton Titans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Walter Pyramid at 10:00 ET on Thursday, February 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Beach.</li><li>Even though we have Long Beach State winning straight-up, we like Cal State Fullerton at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Titans Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Cal State Fullerton heads into tonight's game against Long Beach State as 8.5-point underdogs. The Titans are 5-14 as underdogs this season, and they have gone 4-6 in their last 10 games on the road.</p>

<p>Overall, Cal State Fullerton is 12-16 this season, including a 5-11 mark in Big West play. They come into tonight's game having lost three straight on the road and are 6-10 away from home this season.</p><p>As the underdog, Cal State Fullerton has an ATS record of 9-10 this season. On the road, the Titans have gone 9-7 vs. the spread. In their last 10 games as the underdog, Cal State Fullerton has an ATS mark of 5-5.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's over/under record this season is 13-13 and the average over/under line in their games is 136.2. Today's over/under line of 148 is higher than the average scoring total in their games this season of 134.5. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 128 points.</p><p>Against CSUN, the Cal State Fullerton had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 66.9 points per game. They scored 60 points and posted a field goal percentage of 42% in the game. DJ Brewton is leading the team in scoring at 15.5 points per contest. Max Jones has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 15.2 going into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Cal State Fullerton defense is giving up an average of 68.1 points per contest. The Cal State Fullerton defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 65 points and allowed CSUN to connect on 7 threes.</p><h3>Do the Beach Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Long Beach State Beach will look to bounce back from a 73-65 loss to Hawaii when they take on Cal State Fullerton at home. So far this season, Long Beach State Beach has a record of 18-10, including a mark of 6-2 at home. They have won three straight games at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Long Beach State Beach has been favored in 16 of their 28 games, going 11-5 in those matchups. For the year, they have a scoring differential of +3.8 points per game at home, compared to +0.1 points per game on the road.</p><p>Long Beach State has an ATS record of 13-13 this season and is 4-4 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Beach have gone 6-4.</p><p>Long Beach State's over/under record for the season sits at 15-11, and today's line of 148 is right in line with the average over/under line in their games (152.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 147 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>Against Hawaii, the Long Beach State had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 78.4 points per game. They scored 65 points and posted a field goal percentage of 43.1% in the game. AJ George led the scoring for the Beach, contributing 18 points. Additionally, Aboubacar Traore chipped in with 15 points.</p><p>Coming into the game, Long Beach State will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 75.4 points per game (250th). On average, opposing teams are hitting 9.1 threes per game vs. Cal State Fullerton. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 33.2%.</p>

Cal State Fullerton Titans vs Long Beach State Beach Betting Pick & Prediction 2/29/24

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Clippers (-239) will host the Heat (+198) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers are favored by 6.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 215.5.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 20-17, while Miami is 7th in the East at 20-17. The Heat have won three straight games, while the Clippers have lost two in a row.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Monday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-118 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Heat Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Miami improved to 20-17 on the season with a 119-98 road win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday. The Heat, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 217 points narrowly fell short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a strong 2nd quarter, where Miami outscored Portland 37-25, the Blazers went on a 10-0 run to close the gap to 68-67. However, the Heat responded and held Portland to just 15 points in the 4th quarter to seal the win.</p><p>Tyler Herro knocked down 7 threes, shooting 50% from deep, and finished with 32 points and 5 assists in the Heat's win over the Trail Blazers. Miami hit 19 threes as a team, shooting 43.2% from beyond the arc and 47.8% overall.</p> <p>Nikola Jovic contributed 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 made threes, while Haywood Highsmith also connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep and adding 14 points. Highsmith scored 9 of his points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Miami's defense shined on Saturday, holding the Trail Blazers to just 98 points on 37% shooting. The Heat gave up 23 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 2nd, but their toughest stretch came in the 3rd, where they allowed 35 points. However, they bounced back in the 4th, limiting Portland to just 15 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Miami kept the Blazers in check, allowing 13 threes on 28% shooting. Portland also went 13/19 from the free-throw line. The Heat finished with 35 defensive rebounds, gave up 16 offensive boards, and added 13 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Clippers Chances at Home</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 20-17 on the season after a 126-103 loss to the Nuggets on Wednesday. The Clippers, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 229 points went over the pre-game line of 223.</p> <p>Denver took control early with a 13-0 run, stretching the score from 19-13 to 32-13. While the Clippers tried to fight back, losing the 2nd quarter 33-31, Denver maintained their lead, going into the 4th quarter up 98-77.</p><p>In their 126-103 loss to the Nuggets, the Clippers shot just 37.5% from the field and 28.9% from three-point range, hitting 11 threes overall. Norman Powell led the way with 30 points, connecting on 4 threes at a 40% clip.</p> <p>James Harden added 16 points, though he shot only 33.3% from the field and 25% from deep. Powell scored 16 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Harden added 10 in the 2nd.</p><p>The Clippers struggled defensively against the Nuggets on Wednesday, giving up 126 points while allowing Denver to shoot 55% from the field. Los Angeles allowed 33 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, followed by 32 in the 3rd and 28 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Clippers gave up 17 threes on 48% shooting. They sent the Nuggets to the line 17 times, where Denver hit 11 free throws. Los Angeles finished with 31 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 6 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Spartans game? Catch the action at First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro, NC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Southern conference game currently have UNCG as the -17 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 132 points.</p><h3>CITADEL BULLDOGS VS UNCG SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +17</p><p>This game will be played at First Horizon Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have UNCG winning straight-up, we like Citadel at +17.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Greensboro Possible for the Bulldogs?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs dropped to 1-10 on the season after a 70-52 loss to East Tennessee State on Saturday. Citadel, who entered the game as +16 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this one.</p> 

<p>Trailing 36-22 at halftime, Citadel scored 30 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34. The combined points of 122 fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>The Citadel Bulldogs struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 52 points on 38.8% shooting from the field. They connected on only 27.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 5 of 18 from deep, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 44.9%.</p> <p>Jaden Seymour led the way with 15 points, despite shooting 38.5% overall. Cam Glover added 13 points, knocking down 40% of his threes, and John Buggs III chipped in 12 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 70 points, Citadel's defense held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent making 17 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Citadel's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 22 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. The Bulldogs also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 attempts for 66%.</p><h3>Will UNCG Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>UNCG dropped to 7-7 on the season after a 76-69 road loss to Samford on Saturday, January 11th. The Spartans entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 145, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNCG trailed 36-28 at halftime but managed to score 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. Despite the strong 2nd half, they couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In their latest game, UNCG put up 69 points, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.3%. They connected on 38.9% of their threes, going 7-for-18, and hit 72% from the free-throw line, making 18 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Trey Fort led the way with 21 points, shooting 53.8%, while Donovan Atwell added 19 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Rylan Jones contributed 16 points and 6 assists, and Riley Allenspach was efficient, shooting 75% from the field in 15 minutes.</p><p>UNCG's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. Inside the arc, the Spartans allowed 57% shooting, with their opponents hitting 16 of 28 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNCG's defense conceded 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 shots, shooting 73%.</p>

Citadel Bulldogs vs UNCG Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Betting on today's Mountaineers and Cougars game? Catch the action at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Big 12 conference game currently have Houston as the -16 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 121.5 points.</p><h3>WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +16</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like West Virginia at +16.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 121.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Mountaineers Ready for a Win at Houston?</h3><p>West Virginia improved to 12-3 on the season with a 78-70 road win over Colorado on Sunday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +3 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 148, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>West Virginia took control early, leading 40-29 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 38 points while allowing 41, but their strong first-half performance was enough to secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Mountaineers put up 78 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.7%. They hit 54.8% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 71.4%, making 20 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Javon Small led the way with 26 points and 7 assists, shooting 40% from deep (4/10). Julian Hammond III added 23 points, hitting 42.9% from three (3/7), while Joseph Yesufu contributed 18 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three (2/3). Eduardo Andre was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 for 12 points.</p><p>West Virginia’s defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, West Virginia’s defense held the other team to 6 three-pointers on 19 attempts, or 31% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 24 free throws, an 80% success rate. West Virginia allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does Houston Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Houston improved to 12-3 on the season with an 87-57 road win over Kansas State on Saturday. The Cougars, who entered the game as -10.5 favorites, covered the spread while the teams combined for 144 points, surpassing the over/under line of 128.5.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 46-24 at halftime. They maintained their dominance in the second half, outscoring the Wildcats 41-33.</p><p>Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-14, and connected on 65% of their free throws, making 13-of-20 attempts.</p> <p>The Cougars dominated the glass with 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. Emanuel Sharp and Brendan Hausen each scored 15 points, with Sharp hitting 3-of-6 from deep. Joseph Tugler and Ja'Vier Francis both contributed 11 points, with Tugler grabbing 10 rebounds and Francis adding 9 boards.</p><p>Houston's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 57 points on 40% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 9 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's opponent hit 10 threes on 25 tries, also shooting 64% from the free-throw line, going 9/14. The Cougars gave up just 2 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Virginia Mountaineers vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Wednesday's matchup between the White Sox and Athletics is set to get started at 3:37 PM ET from Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, CA. The Athletics are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -211 compared to the White Sox at +177. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Joey Estes will start for the Athletics, while the White Sox are going with Davis Martin. Chicago comes in with a record of 28-88, which has them in 5th place in the AL Central. The Athletics are also in 5th place, as they are 47-68 overall.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS OAKLAND ATHLETICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 3:37 ET on Wednesday, August 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE WHITE SOX VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the White Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Chicago cruised to a 5-1 win over the Athletics in the most recent game of this series. The White Sox had a huge 4th inning, scoring two of their five runs and picking up four of their seven hits. As for the A's, they scored their only run in the 5th and finished the game with six hits.</p>

<p>Jonathan Cannon started for the White Sox and picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued two walks. On the other side, Ross Stripling got the start for the A's and took the loss, giving up four earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Andrew Benintendi and Brooks Baldwin each had two hits and two RBIs for the White Sox. Zack Gelof did the most damage for the A's, going 2/4 with a home run.</p><h3>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>At 28-88, the White Sox are 41 games out of the AL Central lead, currently held by the Guardians. So far, they have really struggled against other AL Central teams, going 8-34. Chicago has dropped nine straight series, and their overall series record is 6-29-2 this year.</p>

<p>Chicago has really struggled as the underdog this year, going 23-85, which includes an 11-47 mark as the road underdog. At home, the White Sox are just 17-40 compared to an 11-48 mark on the road. So far, they are just 1-9 in day games this season.</p><p>When betting the run line on the White Sox, it's been a losing proposition overall this season, as they are 49-67. They have been a little better at home, going 25-32, but their run line record on the road is 24-35. The White Sox have been the favorite in eight games and have gone 5-3 on the run line in those contests. In their 64 games as the underdog, they are just 44-64. Their average run differential in all games is -2.1 runs per game, but that number jumps to -2.5 on the road.</p><p>The Chicago White Sox are on the road facing the Oakland Athletics today. The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly higher than their combined run average of 8.3 runs per game. The White Sox have an over/under record of 52-59 this season, and their games have averaged 8 runs per game. When the line has been set at 8.5 runs, their over/under record is 15-16. Overall, 23 of their games have had higher lines than 8.5 runs, accounting for 19.8% of their games. They have gone under the total in their last two games.</p><p>Davis Martin is getting the start for the White Sox today on the road against the Athletics. This will be his second start of the season, and in his first start, he took the loss against the Twins. In that outing, he went 3 2/3 innings, giving up 4 runs on 6 hits.</p><p>Chicago comes into today's game as the worst hitting team in the league, averaging just 3.1 runs per game. They are also last in the league in both on-base percentage and slugging percentage. As a team, the White Sox are batting just .216, and they are also near the bottom of the league in home runs. However, Andrew Vaughn and Luis Robert Jr. have been two of the few bright spots in the lineup, as Vaughn leads the team with 13 homers and 51 RBIs, while Robert Jr. is 2nd on the team with 12 homers.</p>

<p>Andrew Benintendi has been swinging a hot bat for the White Sox, going 8/23 in his last seven games with two homers and seven RBIs. He is also currently on a three-game hitting streak. Paul DeJong and Martín Maldonado are both on five-game hitting streaks for the White Sox.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>Oakland is 47-68 overall and 12.5 games behind the Mariners in the AL West. So far, they have gone 16-20 in divisional games. The Athletics are looking to bounce back after dropping the second game of their doubleheader vs. the White Sox.</p>

<p>At home, the Athletics are 28-30 this season, and they are 19-38 on the road. As the underdog, the Athletics are 37-64 this year compared to going 10-4 as the favorite. Oakland's overall series record is 13-21-2, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the A's have been a solid bet this season, going 61-54 overall. They are 32-26 against the run line at home and 29-28 on the road. As the underdog, Oakland is 55-46 against the run line, while as the favorite, they are just 6-8. Their average run differential is -0.6 runs per game, and in their wins, they have outscored opponents by an average of 3.6 runs per game.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics are at home today against the Chicago White Sox, with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for A's games this season is 8.8 runs, and their over/under record is 52-61. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the A's have gone 12-21, and 21.7% of their games have had higher lines. Their under streak is at three games.</p><p>Right-hander Joey Estes gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the White Sox at home. Estes has made 14 starts this year and has a record of 5-4 with a 4.77 ERA. His WHIP for the season is currently 1.20. In his last outing, Estes picked up the win, going six innings and giving up two earned runs on six hits. Looking back at his last three outings, he has finished with a no-decision in each one. Estes has allowed at least one homer in three straight outings. This year, he has one complete game shutout.</p><p>So far this season, the Athletics are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 25th in the league. They have been a better team at home, averaging 4.4 runs per game, compared to just 3.7 on the road. As a team, the Athletics are batting just .230, which is 20th in the league, and they are also near the bottom of the league in terms of strikeouts.</p>

<p>One of the Athletics' top hitters this season has been Brent Rooker, who is batting .290 for the season and has gone 7/28 with three homers over his last eight games. Rooker's 81 RBIs is 5th in the league and leads the Athletics. Catcher Shea Langeliers is batting just .207 for the season but is 2nd on the team with 21 homers.</p>

Chicago White Sox vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 8/7/24

<p>Wednesday's Red Sox vs. Astros game has a first pitch set for 2:10 PM ET from Minute Maid Park in Houston. The Astros are the betting favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -150, while the Red Sox are at +127. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Justin Verlander will start for the Astros, while the Red Sox are sending Cooper Criswell to the mound. Boston is 66-59 this season, and they are 3rd in the AL East. The Astros lead the AL West with a record of 68-57.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline -150</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 2:10 ET on Wednesday, August 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RED SOX VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Red Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Boston rallied for three runs in the 8th inning in the most recent game of this Red Sox vs Astros series. The Red Sox scored three runs in the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up three in the top of the 8th, picking up a 6-5 win. Heading into the game, the Red Sox were at -108 on the money line.</p>

<p>Nick Pivetta started for the Red Sox, going just five innings while giving up five runs and striking out two. Zack Kelly got the win out of the bullpen, and Kenley Jansen got the save. Ronel Blanco only went 3 2/3 innings for the Astros, giving up five runs on six hits.</p>

<p>Jarren Duran was the difference for the Red Sox, as he homered, scored three times, and finished with two RBIs. Triston Casas also had a two-hit game and drove in three runs. Yainer Diaz hit the game's other home run for the Astros, going 2/4 with three RBIs.</p><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Boston is seven games behind the Orioles in the AL East, and they trail the Yankees by a half-game for the second Wild Card spot. The Red Sox are 66-59 heading into today's road matchup vs. the Astros. So far, they have gone 16-15 in AL East games and are 29-32 at home.</p>

<p>As the road team, the Red Sox have gone 37-27 this year compared to 29-32 at home. Boston has been good as the favorite this year, putting together a mark of 34-25. They are just below .500 as the underdog, coming in at 32-34.</p><p>On the road, the Red Sox have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 37-27. They are 2-0 against the run line in their last two games and 38-28 overall as the underdog. Boston's average run margin in winning games is 4.0, while it is -4.0 in losing games.</p><p>The Boston Red Sox are on the road today against the Houston Astros. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. Boston's games have averaged 9.8 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 66-52. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 23-13. Overall, 39.2% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs, and their games have gone over the line in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Cooper Criswell gets the start for the Red Sox today as he faces the Astros on the road. Criswell has made 13 starts this year and has a record of 5-4 with a 4.56 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Criswell has a WHIP of 1.36 and opponents are batting .282 this season. In his 19 appearances, Criswell has turned in just one quality start. Per nine innings, he is averaging 6.84 strikeouts and 2.52 walks. Criswell's ERA on the road is 7.85 compared to 4.21 at home.</p><p>Not only do the Red Sox have the 2nd best batting average in the league this season, but they are also one of the top power-hitting teams in the league, coming in 5th in home runs and 4th in isolated power. Overall, they are averaging 5 runs per game, which is 4th best in the league. Boston has been even better on the road this season, averaging 5.2 runs per contest.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 27 homers are 10th best in the league and leads the Red Sox. Devers also comes into the game on a five-game hitting streak. Over his last six games, Jarren Duran has gone 9/27 with three homers and six RBIs. For the season, he is batting .293 and is 2nd on the team with 64 RBIs.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Houston is currently 68-57 overall, putting them five games ahead of the Mariners for the AL West lead. The Astros are 21-18 in divisional matchups this season. So far, they have been good at home, going 35-28, and they are 33-29 on the road.</p>

<p>The Astros have won four straight series, and their overall series record is 23-16-1. As the favorite, the Astros are 52-41 this year, and they are an even 16-16 as the underdog. Looking at their most recent games, the Astros have gone 8-2 over their last 10.</p><p>When the Astros win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.7 runs per game. That's why their run line record is just 63-62 despite an average run margin of +0.6 runs per game. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road (34-28) than at home (29-34), and they have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog (21-11) than as the favorite (42-51).</p><p>When the Astros play at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, and their games have averaged 8.6 runs per game this season. The over/under record for Houston games this season is 50-71, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 16-24. Overall, 37 of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs, which accounts for 29.6% of their games. Their current over streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Right-hander Justin Verlander gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Red Sox at home. He has made 10 starts this year and has a record of 3-2 with an ERA of 3.95. Verlander's WHIP for the season is currently 1.21. Looking at his overall numbers, Verlander has turned in five quality starts and is averaging 8.05 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up four earned runs in five innings of work. Verlander has not taken a loss since May 24th.</p>
<p>Yordan Alvarez has been a big power threat for the Astros this season, as his 25 homers are the best on the team and 12th in the league. He is also hitting .308, which is the 2nd best mark on the team. Yainer Diaz has been on a tear of late, as he has gone 12/39 in his last nine games with four homers and 10 RBIs. For the season, he is batting .301 with 15 homers and a team-high 71 RBIs.</p>

<p>Over his last nine games, Jeremy Pena has gone 13/34 with three homers and five RBIs. This has pushed his season average to .300. Jose Altuve is also swinging a hot bat right now, as he is on a five-game hitting streak and is batting .300 for the season.</p>

Boston Red Sox vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 8/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Jayhawks and Cyclones face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Cyclones are hosting the game at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 144 points, with Iowa State being favored by -5.5 at home against Kansas.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS IOWA STATE CYCLONES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa State Cyclones -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hilton Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA STATE CYCLONES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cyclones.</li><li>Not only will Iowa State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jayhawks Win in Ames?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 12-3 on the season with a 54-40 win over Cincinnati on Saturday. The Jayhawks entered the game as +1 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Trailing 25-24 at halftime, Kansas clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 15 points while scoring 30. The game’s total points of 94 fell well below the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 35.3%. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 9.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kansas shot 46.8% on two-point attempts, and they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Hunter Dickinson contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and missing all three of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Kansas held their opponent to just 40 points in their previous game. The Jayhawks' defense limited their opponent to 30% shooting overall, with a 40% mark on two-point attempts (15/37).</p> <p>Kansas was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 13% (3/22). The Jayhawks also kept their opponent off the free-throw line, allowing only 2 attempts, of which 1 was made.</p><h3>Can the Iowa State Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 14-1 on the season with a narrow 85-84 win over Texas Tech on Saturday. The Cyclones, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 169 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, Iowa State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Texas Tech 40-34 to secure the win. The Cyclones’ ability to tighten up defensively and execute offensively in the second half was key to their victory.</p><p>Iowa State's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts (25/42) and connected on 35.3% from beyond the arc (6/17). At the free-throw line, the Cyclones shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range. Christian Anderson was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4, and finished with 18 points, as did JT Toppin and Chance McMillian. Toppin also grabbed 9 rebounds, while Darrion Williams added 15 points and 6 boards.</p><p>Iowa State's defense struggled, giving up 84 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 41% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 45%, hitting 9 of 20 threes. Iowa State also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 79% clip.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Buccaneers game? Catch the action at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC, as the Buccaneers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. High Point come into this Big South conference matchup as the -8.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 153.5 points.</p><h3>HIGH POINT PANTHERS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><h3>High Point Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>High Point’s season record dropped to 11-4 after a 103-99 road loss to UNC Asheville on Saturday. The Panthers, who were -3.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>High Point trailed 47-43 at halftime but matched Asheville’s 56 points in the second half. The game’s total points of 202 easily exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>High Point's offense exploded for 99 points in their last game, with Jordan Marsh leading the way, scoring 29 points and dishing out 8 assists. Bobby Pettiford was efficient, hitting 10 of 12 shots for 24 points, while Toyaz Solomon added 22 points, shooting 78.6% from the field.</p> <p>The Panthers shot 49.2% overall, with a 70.6% mark on two-pointers, though they struggled from deep, hitting just 25.8% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they connected on 27 of 30 attempts, good for 90%.</p><p>Despite High Point's defensive struggles, they allowed 103 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, going 29/48.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, High Point held their opponent to 28% shooting, with the other team making 6 of 21 three-point attempts. High Point also sent their opponent to the line 37 times, where they converted 27 free throws, shooting 73%. High Point gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Buccaneers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Charleston Southern fell to 3-12 on the season after an 83-78 loss to Longwood on Saturday. The Buccaneers, who were +9 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game hit 161, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Charleston Southern led 35-31 at halftime but allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. Despite the loss, they covered the spread and showed some fight on the road.</p><p>Charleston Southern put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 59.3% of their two-point attempts and connected on 38.9% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-18 from three. At the free-throw line, they made 25 of 35 attempts, good for 71.4%.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly led the way with 25 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. RJ Johnson and Kyrell Luc each added 19 points, with Johnson dishing out 8 assists. DJ Patrick contributed 12 points, knocking down 4 threes at a 44.4% clip.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, also at a 53% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 7 of 13 threes, shooting 53%. Charleston Southern also sent their opponents to the line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws (80%).</p>

High Point Panthers vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Golden Bears versus the Tar Heels? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, NC. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 159.5 points, with North Carolina being favored by -14.5 at home against California.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS VS NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dean E. Smith Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Tar Heels.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina winning straight-up, we like California at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will California Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>California Golden Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Bears fell to 8-8 on the season after a 71-68 home loss to Virginia Tech on Saturday. Cal entered the game as 7-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Cal struggled early, trailing 42-23 at halftime, but mounted a comeback in the 2nd half, outscoring the Hokies 45-29. Despite the strong finish, they couldn't complete the comeback.</p><p>California struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.4% from the field and 25.9% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 38.2%. They did manage to hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line, and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 1-for-6 from beyond the arc. Jaydon Young and Jeremiah Wilkinson each added 14 points, with Young shooting 54.5% overall. Tyler Johnson contributed 11 points and pulled down 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 71 points, the California Golden Bears held their opponent to just 32% shooting from the field, with a 36% mark on two-point attempts (15/41). From beyond the arc, they allowed 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting rate.</p> <p>California sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, an 81% success rate. The Golden Bears also gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Tar Heels Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>North Carolina improved to 11-6 on the season with a 63-61 win over NC State on Saturday. The Tar Heels were -4.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 124 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNC led 26-20 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. Despite the narrow margin, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>In their last game, the Tar Heels put up 63 points, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 36.8% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-19 from beyond the arc, and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 4 of 8 attempts.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 21 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Hill added 20 points and 9 rebounds. Jalen Washington contributed 11 rebounds and shot 66.7% from the field, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 36% shooting. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 3/19, or 15%.</p> <p>Even with 16 offensive rebounds, the opposing team couldn't capitalize, shooting 45% from two-point range. They did manage to hit 10/12 free throws, good for 83%.</p>

California Golden Bears vs North Carolina Tar Heels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Denver Nuggets are currently favored by 4.5 points over the Dallas Mavericks in tonight's Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is currently set at 232.5 points.</p>

<p>Denver is currently on a three-game winning streak and is 4th in the Western Conference. The Mavericks are 5th in the West and have a record of 22-17.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 9:30 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-112 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 29 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Nuggets Pull Off a Win at Dallas?</h3><p>Denver improved to 23-15 on the season with a 112-101 road win over the Mavericks on Sunday. The Nuggets, who were favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 213 points fell short of the 232.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After Dallas went on a 10-0 run early, Denver responded by outscoring the Mavericks 41-29 in the 2nd quarter. The Nuggets entered the 4th quarter trailing 89-79 but dominated the final period, holding Dallas to just 12 points while putting up 33 of their own.</p><p>Russell Westbrook led the Nuggets with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists in their win over the Mavericks, shooting 58.8% from the field. Nikola Jokic added 19 points and 18 rebounds, while Jamal Murray contributed 17 points, scoring 8 in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>The Nuggets struggled from three-point range, hitting just 7 threes at 21.9%, but finished with a 48.9% overall shooting percentage. Westbrook scored 8 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, and Murray also added 8 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a slow start defensively, the Nuggets tightened up in the 4th quarter, giving up just 12 points to secure a 112-101 win over the Mavericks. Denver held Dallas to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Nuggets limited the Mavericks to 12 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. Denver also controlled the boards, allowing 8 offensive rebounds while collecting 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Mavericks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Mavericks fell to 22-17 on the season after a 112-101 loss to the Nuggets on Sunday. Dallas was +5.5 point underdogs but couldn’t cover the spread. The game’s total of 213 points fell short of the 232.5-point line.</p> <p>Dallas started strong, going on a 10-0 run to extend their lead from 11-3 to 21-3. However, the Nuggets responded by outscoring the Mavericks 41-29 in the 2nd quarter. Dallas regained control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring Denver 28-21, but the Mavericks’ offense stalled in the 4th, scoring just 12 points while allowing 33.</p><p>In their 112-101 loss to the Nuggets, the Mavericks shot just 41.2% from the field, with Klay Thompson leading the way, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% rate and finishing with 25 points. Overall, the team made 12 threes, shooting 35.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Spencer Dinwiddie and Naji Marshall each contributed 16 points, with Dinwiddie adding 10 assists despite shooting just 30.8%. Thompson scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Marshall and Dereck Lively both added 6 points in the period.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, holding the Nuggets to 17 and 21 points, respectively. However, a 41-point 2nd quarter and a 33-point 4th quarter proved costly in their 112-101 loss. Dallas allowed Denver to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks were solid, limiting the Nuggets to just 7 threes on 21% shooting. Denver also went 13/20 from the free-throw line. The Mavericks gave up 15 offensive rebounds while recording 7 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

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