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<p>Two teams heading in opposite directions will meet in Milwaukee tonight as the Nets (12-21) have dropped three straight and are 14-point underdogs to the Bucks (17-14), who have won three in a row and are currently fifth in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will tip-off at 8:00 ET and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -14</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-95 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Nets?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 12-21 on the season after a 130-113 loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Brooklyn entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 243, well over the 218.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn led 33-26 after the 1st quarter but allowed 39 points in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, the Nets were down 94-91, but a 10-0 run by the Raptors put the game out of reach, as Toronto outscored Brooklyn 36-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their loss to the Raptors, the Nets shot 48.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.7% of their threes, with 11 made in total. Cameron Johnson led the way with 24 points, connecting on 3 threes at a 60% rate, while D'Angelo Russell added 22 points and 8 assists, shooting 69.2% from the floor.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 17 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall and 25% from three, making 3 triples. Nic Claxton chipped in 16 points, with 6 coming in the opening quarter.</p><p>The Nets struggled defensively on Wednesday, giving up 130 points to the Raptors. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 39 points. Brooklyn also gave up 36 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Raptors shot 59% from the field, including 50% from three-point range, hitting 16 threes. The Nets sent Toronto to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. Brooklyn finished with 28 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 17-14 on the season with a 120-112 win over the Pacers on Tuesday. Milwaukee, favored by 2 points, covered the spread with the 8-point victory. The game’s total of 232 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 230.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 12-0 run was key in the win, as they extended their lead from 83-66 to 95-66. After trailing 91-88 going into the 4th quarter, the Bucks outscored the Pacers 32-21 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered 13 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists in the Bucks' win over the Pacers. Brook Lopez added 16 points, while Khris Middleton contributed 15 despite shooting 36.4% from the field.</p> <p>The Bucks shot 46.4% overall, hitting 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Gary Trent and Bobby Portis each scored 14 points, with Trent adding 8 points in the 1st quarter and 6 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Bucks tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 27 points in the 3rd quarter and 21 in the 4th, helping them secure a win over the Pacers. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Indiana to 13 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. The Pacers also went 19/30 from the free-throw line. The Bucks finished with 38 defensive rebounds and 10 steals.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Boilermakers and Golden Gophers game? Catch the action at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN, as the Golden Gophers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on FS1. In this Big Ten matchup, Purdue is favored bt -6.5 vs. Minnesota. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE BOILERMAKERS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Golden Gophers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Not only will Minnesota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Boilermakers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Purdue improved to 9-4 on the season with an 83-64 win over Toledo on Sunday. Playing at home, the Boilermakers were -20.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Purdue led 39-28 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. Though they didn’t cover the spread, the Boilermakers controlled the game and picked up another win.</p><p>Purdue put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 60% of their two-point attempts and hit 35.7% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 28 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 73.3%, hitting 11 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Braden Smith led the way with 34 points and 12 assists, shooting 54.5% overall and 46.2% from three (6/13). Trey Kaufman-Renn added 23 points, making 11 of 14 shots, while Fletcher Loyer contributed 17 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Even though Purdue gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts, where they went 21/35. From beyond the arc, Purdue's defense allowed 10 threes on 28 attempts, a 35% shooting rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Purdue's opponent shot 73%, making 11 out of 15 attempts. Purdue also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Golden Gophers Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Minnesota improved to 8-5 on the season with a 90-68 win over Morgan State on Sunday. The Golden Gophers were heavy favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the -24 spread. The game’s total points hit 158, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.</p> <p>Minnesota took control early, leading 55-37 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 35 points while allowing 31, showing a more balanced but less dominant performance after the break.</p><p>In their last game, Minnesota's offense put up 90 points, shooting 51.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%. They hit 13 threes at a 44.8% clip, and connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 25 points and 4 assists, while Mike Mitchell Jr. added 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 from deep. Dawson Garcia contributed 18 points, making 4 of 5 threes, and Parker Fox shot 80% from the field in limited minutes.</p><p>Even with Minnesota's defense giving up 68 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field, including 58% on two-point attempts. The Golden Gophers allowed 31 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota's defense gave up 13 threes on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they hit 15 free throws, shooting 62%. The Golden Gophers allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Purdue Boilermakers vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Mountaineers and Seahawks are set to face off at 3:00 ET on FloC. The Seahawks will host the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 132.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -2.5 against Appalachian State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCW Seahawks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will UNCW 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 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mountaineers Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Appalachian State picked up a 72-50 win over Colgate on Friday, November 29th. The Mountaineers were +1 point underdogs heading into the game, but they not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State led 40-25 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Colgate 32-25. The total points for the game were 122, which fell under the O/U line of 134.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 72 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.5%, thanks in part to their 66.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 38.5% of their shots, going 10-for-26.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they connected on just 2 of 5 attempts. The Mountaineers dished out 18 assists, with Myles Tate contributing 9 of them, along with 15 points and 4 made threes. CJ Huntley led the team with 17 points, shooting 61.5% from the field.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 50 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 53% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 66% shooting, with the other team hitting 20 of their 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposing team connected on 10 of 26 shots, good for 38%. Appalachian State sent them to the free-throw line 5 times, where they made 2 free throws. The Mountaineers also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Seahawks Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>UNCW Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Seahawks picked up a 69-60 win over Sam Houston on Friday, November 29th. UNCW, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only got the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UNCW led 33-20 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the UNCW Seahawks put up 69 points, shooting 44.4% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%. They connected on 37% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 27 from deep, while going 14 of 27 (51.9%) on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, the Seahawks shot 64.7%, making 11 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc. Donovan Newby also knocked down 4 threes, finishing with 19 points and 4 assists. Bo Montgomery contributed 17 points, shooting 75% overall and from three-point range (3/4). The Seahawks recorded 15 assists and 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite UNCW's solid defensive effort, they allowed 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. UNCW gave up 51% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team made 14 of 27 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 10 of 27 attempts, good for 37%. UNCW also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 11 shots (64%). The Seahawks allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Appalachian State Mountaineers vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<p>At 6:40 PM ET, the Rays and Marlins face off in an interleague matchup. This one is being played at loanDepot Park in Miami, and the Marlins are looking to end a two-game losing streak. However, they are the slight underdog on the money line (+101). The Rays have a record of 29-31 and Ryan Pepiot on the mound.</p>

<p>Currently, the Rays are 4th in the AL East, while the Marlins are 5th in the NL East. Tampa Bay is favored on the money line, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs. Jesús Luzardo will start for the Marlins. This game will be televised on BSSUN.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Marlins Moneyline +101</p><p>This game will be played at loanDepot Park at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, June 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RAYS VS MARLINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Marlins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rays's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Orioles, closing out their series with a 4-3 win. After allowing one run to the Orioles in the bottom of the first, the Rays responded with a run of their own. Tampa Bay went on to add another run in the 5th inning and closed things out with a 2-run 8th. Heading into the game, the Rays were the slight underdog at +110.</p>

<p>Zack Littell put together a good start for the Rays, going six innings and giving up just three runs on 11 hits. He only had two strikeouts in the outing and got the win. José Caballero was hot at the plate, going 2/3 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Tampa Bay is on the road today vs. the Marlins, and they are looking to get back to .500, as they are currently 29-31 overall. The Rays are 4th in the AL East, sitting 12.5 games behind the Yankees for the division lead. So far, they are 10-13 in AL East matchups.</p>

<p>The Rays dropped two of three games in their series vs. the Orioles. This came after taking two of three vs. the Nationals. As for their overall record, the Rays are 4-6 in their last 10 games. At home, they are 17-18 this year and 12-13 on the road.</p><p>When the Rays win, they win big, with an average run margin of +2.3. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.8. As a result, their overall run line record is just 24-36, including 11-24 at home. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road, where they are 13-12. They are also 13-10 against the run line as an underdog, compared to just 11-26 as a favorite.</p><p>Oddsmakers have set the over/under line at 7.5 runs for the Tampa Bay Rays' road game against the Miami Marlins. The combined run average for Rays games this season is 8.7 runs per game, and their over/under record is 30-29. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, the Rays have gone over 9 times and under 5 times. Overall, 73.3% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Ryan Pepiot gets the start for the Rays today as he faces off against the Marlins on the road. So far, he has made nine starts and has a record of 3-2 with an ERA of 3.88. Opponents have a batting average of .171 this season off Pepiot, and he has turned in four quality starts. In his most recent outing, Pepiot went 5 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, and finished with a no-decision. He has not given up a homer in his last three outings. Pepiot's ERA at home is 6.16 compared to 0.0 on the road.</p><p>Isaac Paredes has been a bright spot for the Rays so far this season, as he is batting .291 and has a team-high 32 RBIs to go along with his 10 home runs. However, they will need Randy Arozarena to pick things up at the plate, as he is batting just .162 for the season. Arozarena does have eight homers, which is 2nd on the team.</p>

<p>Overall, the Rays offense is averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is 25th in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and slugging percentage. Tampa Bay does come into the game with a few players on a hitting streak, as Isaac Paredes has a five-game streak going, and Amed Rosario has hit in four straight games.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami closed out their series vs. the Rangers with a 6-0 loss. Heading into the game, the Marlins were the slight favorite at +107 on the money line. Things really got away from the Marlins in the 3rd inning, as the Rangers scored three runs in the inning. Miami's offense didn't score their first run until the 6th.</p>

<p>Trevor Rogers got the start for the Marlins and took the loss. He only lasted six innings, giving up four earned runs on six hits. Rogers also issued two walks and hit a batter. Miami's offense scored their run on a Jesus Aguilar single. The Marlins had a total of seven hits but only scored the one run.</p><p>Miami is 5th in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by 20.5 games. Overall, the Marlins are 21-39 and have dropped two straight games. Miami lost the final two games of their series vs. the Rangers after taking the opener.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are just 11-21 this season compared to 10-18 on the road. As the underdog, the Marlins are 18-27 this year, but they are just 3-12 when favored. So far, they have an overall series record of 5-13-1 and have lost two straight series.</p><p>The Marlins have been a solid bet on the run line on the road this season, going 15-13, but they have been a poor bet at home, going just 10-22. They have been an underdog in most games this season, going 24-21 on the run line, and they have been a favorite just once, going 1-14. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.3, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.9.</p><p>When the Miami Marlins play at home, the over has been a popular bet this season, with the over hitting in 32 of their 60 games. The Marlins have a combined run average of 8.7 runs per game this season, and their games have an average over/under line of 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, the over has hit in 8 of 11 games. The under is currently on a two-game streak for the Marlins.</p><p>Jesús Luzardo will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing against the Padres, as he gets the start for the Marlins today. In that May 28th start, he took the loss, going six innings and giving up three earned runs. Looking at his overall numbers, Luzardo has made nine starts, and his record for the season is 2-4. The left-hander's ERA is 4.18, along with a WHIP of 1.14. Opposing batters have a batting average of .217 this season. Before the Padres start, Luzardo had won two straight outings.</p><p>So far this season, the Marlins are averaging just 3.6 runs per game, which is 29th in the league. They have been even worse on the road, averaging only 3.2 runs per game. Miami's offense has been pretty good at home, though, averaging 4 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .236 and have the league's worst walk rate.</p>

<p>Both Bryan De La Cruz and Jazz Chisholm Jr. have been good power threats for the Marlins this season, with De La Cruz's 9 homers leading the team and Chisholm's 8 homers right behind him. Chisholm is also the team's current leader in RBIs. Over his last six games, Jesús Sánchez is hitting .333 with two homers, and Josh Bell has gone 10/24 in that stretch.</p>

Tampa Bay Rays vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction 6/4/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Dragons and Fighting Camels game? Catch the action at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC, as the Fighting Camels hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Drexel is favored bt -4.5 vs. Campbell. The over/under for the game is 134.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dragons Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dragons fell to 7-5 on the season after a 75-64 loss to Penn State on Saturday. Drexel, who were +13.5 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 139 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 38. Despite the loss, the Dragons’ ability to cover the spread could be a positive takeaway.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 63.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 5 of 23 threes for 21.7%.</p> <p>Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Yame Butler led the way with 18 and 16 points, respectively. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 15 points and 6 assists, while Kevon Vanderhorst contributed 14 points in just 17 minutes, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Despite Drexel's defensive struggles, allowing 75 points on 46% shooting, they did manage to limit their opponent's three-point success. The Dragons held them to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Drexel's defense allowed 21 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 63% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 7 of those opportunities, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Fighting Camels Chances at Home</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Campbell dropped to 3-8 on the season after a 97-81 road loss to North Carolina on Sunday. The Fighting Camels entered the game as +28 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-29 at halftime, Campbell scored 52 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 57 points during that stretch. The game’s total points of 178 went over the pre-game line of 155.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Campbell Fighting Camels put up 81 points, shooting 44.4% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They also connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15-for-20 from the line. The team dished out 15 assists and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 32 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range and shooting 61.1% overall. Ian Jackson added 26 points, while RJ Davis contributed 23 points and 5 assists, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. Elliot Cadeau chipped in 12 points and a team-high 12 assists.</p><p>Campbell's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 97 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 36 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Fighting Camels gave up 26 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 74% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they allowed 10 made threes on 28 attempts, a 35% success rate.</p>

Drexel Dragons vs Campbell Fighting Camels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Terrapins and Huskies are set to face off at 9:30 ET on BTN. The Huskies will host the game at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA. Maryland is favored by -6.5 in this Big Ten conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 149.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 9:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Maryland Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 11-2 on the season with an 81-66 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. The Terrapins, who were heavy favorites at -42.5, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 147, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Maryland led 40-24 at halftime, but the Hawks kept the second half close, with Maryland scoring 41 points and allowing 42.</p><p>Maryland put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 18 threes (27.8%).</p> <p>Julian Reese led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Ketron Shaw added 20 points and 9 boards, while Derik Queen contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Maryland's defense gave up 66 points in their latest game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field on 30 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 25 two-point baskets on 45 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Maryland held the other team to 5 of 18 shooting, or 27%. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 16 of those shots for a 72% success rate. Maryland gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington improved to 8-4 on the season with a dominant 90-53 win over NJIT on Sunday. Playing at home, the Huskies entered the game as -25.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 143 went over the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Washington led 46-26 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring NJIT 44-27 to close out the game.</p><p>In their last game, the Huskies put up 90 points, shooting 55.7% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.9%, with a two-point shooting percentage of 64.9%.</p> <p>Washington also shot 85.7% from the free-throw line and dished out 21 assists. Sebastian Robinson struggled, shooting just 22.7% overall, while Tim Moore Jr. hit 80% of his shots, and Great Osobor contributed 12 points on 71.4% shooting.</p><p>Despite Washington's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 53 points. The Huskies allowed 55% shooting from the field, with the other team hitting 34 of 61 shots.</p> <p>Washington's defense gave up 24 two-point baskets on 37 attempts (64%) and 10 threes on 24 attempts (41%). They also sent the other team to the line 14 times, where they made 12 free throws (85%).</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Washington Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>The Hockey Club and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Flames being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Stun the Crowd at Scotiabank Saddledome?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-15-6 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5. Utah, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line.</p> <p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas tied it up with 0:01 left in the second period. The Golden Knights then scored the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal, finding the net three times in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Ian Cole scored his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot netted his second goal of the year at 13:10 in the third period, tying the game 3-3.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to two. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored three unanswered goals, with the first two coming late in the second period and the third at 5:37 in the third. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%, while Utah's defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Calgary Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to Edmonton dropped them to 18-12-7 this season. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score reaching 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up in the third before the Oilers pulled away. The Flames’ goals came from Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich.</p><p>Calgary’s offense came up empty in the first period, but Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second. Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third period.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 22 giveaways. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, while Mikael Backlund added his 4th assist. Kevin Bahl also contributed with his 5th assist on Sharangovich’s goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period, including one just 20 seconds in. After the Flames tied the game at 2-2, they conceded a power-play goal at the 9:50 mark of the third period and an empty-netter with three seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

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Ohio State Buckeyes vs Oregon Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Presented by Prudential

Texas Longhorns vs Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Boise State Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl

Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames Betting Pick & Prediction Bahamas Bowl

Louisville Cardinals vs Washington Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl

Baylor Bears vs LSU Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction Kinder's Texas Bowl

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines Betting Pick & Prediction ReliaQuest Bowl

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Illinois Fighting Illini Betting Pick & Prediction Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

Iowa Hawkeyes vs Missouri Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction TransPerfect Music City Bowl

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Fighting Illini and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, OR. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 156.5 points, and Oregon is favored by -4.5 vs. Illinois in a Big Ten conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthew Knight Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Ducks.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon winning straight-up, we like Illinois at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Illinois Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Illinois improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 117-64 win over Chicago State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Illini entered the game as -38.5 favorites and covered the spread. The teams combined for 181 points, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>Illinois took control early, leading 60-24 at halftime. They continued to roll in the second half, scoring 57 points while allowing 40.</p><p>Illinois put up 117 points in their last game, shooting 62.1% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.7%, with 26 assists and 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Tomislav Ivisic led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Gabe Spinelli added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 5 threes, while Kylan Boswell recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 assists.</p><p>Despite Illinois giving up 64 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 62% from the field. The Illini couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the opposition hitting 78% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Illinois also allowed 15 threes on 45% shooting. The opponent went to the line 28 times, making 20 free throws. Illinois gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Oregon Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Oregon Ducks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oregon improved to 12-1 on the season with an 89-49 win over Weber State on Sunday. The Ducks, who were -21 point favorites, covered the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>Oregon led 40-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Weber State 49-26. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 55% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, thanks in part to hitting 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 82.4%, going 14-for-17.</p> <p>Brandon Angel was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 and hitting his only three-point attempt, finishing with 14 points and 7 rebounds in 20 minutes. Jackson Shelstad led the team with 16 points, shooting 70% overall and 50% from three-point range. Jadrian Tracey also contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite Oregon's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 49 points. However, the Ducks allowed their opponent to shoot 55% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent hit 9 of 22 threes, shooting 40%. The Ducks also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 82%.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Oregon Ducks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Seahawks game? Catch the action at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC, as the Seahawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Towson.</p><h3>TOWSON TIGERS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCW Seahawks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will UNCW pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Towson improved to 4-8 on the season with a 70-65 win over Bryant on Sunday, December 22nd. The Tigers were favored by 4 points going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Towson led 33-28 at halftime and matched Bryant's 37 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 135, which was under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Towson's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, with a tough night from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 24 threes (20.8%). Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 52.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Earl Timberlake led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 47.6% overall. Barry Evans and Tyler Tejada each added 18 points, with Evans hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Towson also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists, with Timberlake contributing 4 of those.</p><p>Despite giving up 14 offensive rebounds, Towson held their opponent to 65 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Tigers allowed 52% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team making 21 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>Towson's defense shined on the perimeter, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. From the free-throw line, the other team went 13/17, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Can The Seahawks Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 8-3 on the season with an 85-74 win over UNC Asheville on Saturday. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>UNCW took control early, leading 44-30 at halftime. While they scored 41 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points to the Bulldogs, making the game closer than the first half suggested.</p><p>UNCW's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 21 from deep, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 21 of 28 for 75%.</p> <p>Jordan Marsh led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, while Nolan Hodge added 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Donovan Newby contributed 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, and Kameron Taylor was efficient, shooting 80% from the field for 18 points in 24 minutes.</p><p>UNCW's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field, hitting 28 of 58 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, as the other team made 20 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNCW's defense saw their opponents connect on 8 of 21 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 75%. UNCW allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Towson Tigers vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Tommies and Bison face off at 8:00 ET on Summ. The Bison are hosting the game at Scheels Center in Fargo, ND. The over/under for this Summit conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with North Dakota State being favored by -2.5 at home against St. Thomas (MN).</p><h3>ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES VS NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota State Bison -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scheels Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can St. Thomas (MN) Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) dropped to 7-5 on the season after a narrow 81-79 loss to UC Riverside on Sunday. The Tommies, who were +1.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 160, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, St. Thomas mounted a comeback, scoring 47 points in the 2nd half while holding UC Riverside to 37. Despite their strong 2nd half, the Tommies couldn’t complete the comeback on the road.</p><p>St. Thomas put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They hit just 25% of their threes, going 8-for-32, but connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 17-for-20, shooting 85%.</p> <p>The Tommies had only 3 offensive rebounds and 7 assists in the game. Nolan Minessale led the way with 27 points, while Barrington Hargress added 24 points and hit 4 threes. Drake Dobbs contributed 19 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) gave up 81 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. The Tommies allowed 46% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponents went 18/39 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Thomas (MN) allowed 8 made threes on 23 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, shooting 84%. The Tommies gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will North Dakota State Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>North Dakota State improved to 8-4 on the season with a dominant 94-60 win over Bakersfield on Monday. The Bison, who were -9.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>At home, NDSU jumped out to a 51-18 lead by halftime. While they allowed 42 points in the second half, they still managed to score 43 points of their own.</p><p>North Dakota State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks to 70.8% shooting on two-pointers and 37% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bison connected on 30 of 35 attempts, good for 85.7%. Jacksen Moni and Jemel Jones each scored 28 points, with Moni adding 5 assists. Noah Feddersen was nearly perfect, hitting 4 of 5 shots, including 2 for 2 from three-point range.</p><p>North Dakota State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 52% from the field on 27/51 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 17/24 shooting, which is 70%.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents shot 10/27, or 37%. North Dakota State also sent them to the free-throw line 35 times, where they hit 30 free throws, an 85% rate. The Bison gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

St. Thomas (MN) Tommies vs North Dakota State Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Capitals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>With the Capitals being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Capitals.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Find a Way to Win in Washington?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 23-11-4. Minnesota entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, but couldn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth, scoring the game-winner in overtime as the Wild defeated the Maple Leafs 2-1. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>Despite scoring just twice, Minnesota fired 33 shots on goal. The Wild were held scoreless in the second and third periods before Boldy’s decisive goal at 2:14 into overtime. They finished the game with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry their momentum from the previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson posted 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage. Minnesota's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 19:08 in the first period, a power-play goal from William Nylander.</p><h3>Do the Capitals Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Washington's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes dropped their record to 25-10-2. The Capitals were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 6 goals pushed the pre-game line.</p> <p>After trailing 1-0, Washington scored twice in the first period to take the lead. However, the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals, including one in the second period and an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play at 19:16 in the first period, followed by Brandon Duhaime’s 2nd goal just 33 seconds later. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p> <p>Washington recorded 15 giveaways and added 3 assists to their 2 goals. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, while Dylan Strome notched his 13th, and John Carlson earned his 7th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up the first goal against Carolina at 5:59 in the first period and three more after taking a 2-1 lead, including an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, while the defense recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>From Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, we have the Mariners and Royals facing off in an AL matchup. First pitch is set for 8:10 PM ET, and BSKC is carrying the game on TV.</p>

<p>The money line odds have the Mariners at -127 compared to the Royals at +107, and the over/under line is at 8.5 runs. Daniel Lynch IV is starting for the Royals, and they are 2nd in the AL Central, while the Mariners are 1st in the AL West. Seattle is 36-28 this season, while the Royals are 37-26.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Royals Moneyline +107</p><p>This game will be played at Kauffman Stadium at 8:10 ET on Friday, June 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Royals winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Royals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Mitch Garver was hot at the plate in the Mariners's most recent game vs. the Athletics, going 2/2 with a homer and two RBIs. The Mariners really broke out the offense in their 3-0 win, but Garver was the only player with more than one hit. Seattle scored their other two runs in the 3rd inning.</p>

<p>Bryan Woo put together a good start for the Mariners, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out six Athletics batters. Seattle's bullpen closed things out with Ryne Stanek picking up the save.</p><p>Seattle currently leads the AL West by five games over the Rangers, heading into today's road matchup vs. the Royals. This season, the Mariners are 14-5 in divisional games, and they won their series vs. the Athletics 2-1.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners have gone 21-11 this season, and they are just under .500 on the road at 15-17. Seattle's overall record is 36-28 coming into today's game. So far, they have been the favorite in 37 games, going 22-15 as the favorite. As for their record as the underdog, it is 14-13 this season.</p><p>Seattle has been a .500 team against the run line this season, going 32-32. The Mariners have been a better bet at home, where they are 18-14 vs. the run line. Their average run margin on the road is -0.4, and they are 14-18 vs. the run line as the visitor. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 15-12 vs. the run line in those games.</p><p>The Seattle Mariners are on the road today against the Kansas City Royals, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Mariners have played in games with an average of 7.3 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 23-38. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 4-2. Overall, 78.1% of their games have had lower over/under lines than 8.5 runs, and their current under streak is at four games.</p><p>Right-hander Bryce Miller gets the start for the Mariners today as he faces the Royals on the road. So far this season, he has made 12 starts and is coming off a game in which he didn't give up a run. In that outing vs. the Angels, Miller went six innings, picking up the win and finishing with nine strikeouts. Looking back at his last four outings, Miller has alternated between wins and losses. His record for the season is 5-5, and he has an ERA of 3.18. Opposing batters are hitting .191 off Miller this season.</p>

<p>Cal Raleigh is leading the Mariners in home runs this season, but he is batting just .203 so far. Raleigh's 33 RBIs are the best on the team. Julio Rodriguez is batting .266 and has gone deep five times this season. Ty France is also near the top of the Mariners' home run leaderboard, with seven homers, and his 26 RBIs are the 2nd most on the team.</p>

<p>Seattle's offense has been one of the worst in the league this season, averaging just 3.7 runs per game. They are also near the bottom of the league in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging. However, they do come into the game with a collective batting average of .28 over their last six games.</p><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>To close out their series vs. the Guardians, the Royals picked up a 4-3 win. Leading up to the game, they were the +141 underdog on the money line. It was a big first inning for the Royals, as they got on the board with a run but gave up the lead right away as the Guardians scored one in the bottom of the first.</p>

<p>Brady Singer got the start for the Royals and took the no-decision. He only lasted 3 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs on nine hits. Hunter Renfroe was hot at the plate, going 2/3 with a double, run scored, and an RBI.</p><p>Kansas City is 37-26 overall and trails the Guardians by four games in the AL Central. The Royals' overall record is 13-9 against other teams in the division. They are at home today, where they are 22-10 this year. The Royals have gone just 3-7 over their last 10 games, and they are 15-16 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Royals have gone 19-8 this year and 18-18 as the underdog. At home as the underdog, they are 9-6 this year. The Royals' overall series record is 10-9-1, and they split their most recent series vs. the Guardians.</p><p>When the Royals win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.9 runs per game. As a result, they have a run line record of 39-24 overall, including 20-12 at home. Their average run margin overall is 1.1 runs per game, and they are 15-12 vs. the run line as the favorite and 24-12 as the underdog. The run line record on the road is 19-12, with a scoring margin of 0.5 runs per game.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are playing at home against the Seattle Mariners today. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly below the combined run average of 8.6 runs per game for these two teams. The Royals have an over/under record of 27-34 on the season, and their games have averaged 8 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, the Royals have gone over the total in 7 of 21 games. Overall, 20.6% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Daniel Lynch IV will be making his third start of the season for the Royals, and it will be his first start at home. He has a couple of no-decisions so far, and in his last outing, he went 5 innings and gave up 2 earned runs on 5 hits and struck out 5 against the Twins.</p><p>So far this season, the Royals are the 7th highest-scoring team in the league, averaging 4.9 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.5 runs per game. As a team, the Royals are batting .253, which is the 5th best mark in the league, and they also have the 6th best slugging percentage in the league. Kansas City's lineup has been tough to strike out, but they are just 22nd in the league in walks.</p>

<p>Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez have been two of the Royals' top power threats this season, as Witt Jr. has 11 homers and Perez has 10. Witt Jr. comes into the game on a seven-game hitting streak and has gone 15/40 over his last nine games. During this stretch, he has two homers and 10 RBIs. Perez is also hitting the ball well, going 4/27 in his last eight games.</p>

Seattle Mariners vs Kansas City Royals Betting Pick & Prediction 6/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Shockers game? Catch the action at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS, as the Shockers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Kansas State is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153 points.</p><h3>KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wichita State Shockers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Not only will Wichita State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Wildcats fell to 6-4 on the season after a 73-70 loss to Drake on Tuesday. Kansas State was a -1.5 favorite at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Kansas State trailed 36-27 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 36 points while holding Drake to 27. Despite the strong finish, the Wildcats couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kansas State's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-21 from three-point range. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 55% from the line, making 11 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 21 assists, with Mitch Mascari leading the way offensively, scoring 25 points on 8-of-10 shooting from three-point range, finishing 8-of-11 overall. Bennett Stirtz added 22 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Coleman Hawkins contributed 16 points and 5 assists, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's defensive struggles, they allowed 73 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Wildcats gave up 19 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 61% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense conceded 7 threes on 21 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 11 shots, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Does Wichita State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 8-3 on the season after a surprising 74-64 home loss to Kansas City on Tuesday. The Shockers, who were -13.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Wichita State trailed 38-24 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Kansas City 40-36. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Wichita State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and 15.8% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they also had issues at the free-throw line, making just 54.2% of their attempts.</p> <p>Xavier Bell led the Shockers with 21 points, shooting 60% from the field. Babacar Diallo and Jamar Brown each contributed 18 points, with Brown hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. The Shockers managed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Wichita State's defense gave up 74 points while holding their opponent to 38% shooting from the field. The Shockers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wichita State's defense limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 13, shooting 54%.</p>

Kansas State Wildcats vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Nittany Lions game? Catch the action at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA, as the Nittany Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Northwestern Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 10-3 on the season with an 85-60 home win over Northeastern on Sunday. The Wildcats, who entered the game as 14-point favorites, covered the spread, and the total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> <p>After leading just 35-33 at halftime, Northwestern dominated the second half, scoring 50 points while holding Northeastern to 27.</p><p>Northwestern's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 67.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 25 threes, shooting 36%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Ty Berry led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 8 for 10 overall. Brooks Barnhizer added 22 points and 10 rebounds, while LA Pratt contributed 18 points and 7 boards. Masai Troutman was also a key contributor, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Northwestern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 53% from the field. The Wildcats had particular difficulty defending inside, as the other team connected on 67% of their two-point attempts, going 21/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws, hitting 72%. The Wildcats gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Nittany Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-66 win over Penn on Sunday. The Nittany Lions were -26 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 34-31 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by scoring 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 152, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 22 of 26 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Michael Zanoni led the way with 27 points, connecting on 7 of 12 threes. Ace Baldwin contributed 23 points and 10 assists, while Yanic Konan Niederhauser added 19 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, Penn State's defense held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 84% from the stripe. Penn State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Hockey Club versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. In this Western matchup, the Hockey Club are favored by -1.5 goals against the Kraken. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Kraken to come out on top with a final score of 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (-102)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Hockey Club Secure a Win at Seattle?</h3><p>Utah fell to 16-13-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5, and Utah, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They had a 2-0 lead before Vegas scored four unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for Utah, with Logan Cooley netting the first goal at 11:52 in the first period. Vegas tied it up with just 0:01 left in the second period and secured the win with a goal at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club managed 3 goals on 19 shots in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. Ian Cole netted his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot also found the net for the second time this year.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, giving him 2 on the season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist, and Cooley added his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will look to bounce back after allowing four straight goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored at the 15:06 mark of the 2nd period, then added goals at 19:59 in the 2nd, 5:37 in the 3rd, and 2:15 into overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%. Utah's defense also recorded 21 hits and 8 takeaways.</p><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Seattle’s 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped them to 16-19-2 for the season. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period.</p> <p>As underdogs, the Kraken failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short.</p><p>Seattle’s offense was shut out in a 2-0 loss to Boston. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net. They also had 19 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>None of the Kraken’s players scored or recorded an assist. Seattle failed to score on the power play and didn’t register any shorthanded or empty-net goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came just 3:23 in, and the second at the 10:03 mark. However, they tightened up after that, not allowing another goal. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>The Bison and Mountain Hawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mountain Hawks will host the game at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, PA. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Lehigh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 137.5 points.</p><h3>BUCKNELL BISON VS LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lehigh Mountain Hawks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stabler Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mountain Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Lehigh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Bucknell Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Bucknell Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bison fell to 4-9 on the season after a 75-63 road loss to Syracuse on Saturday. Bucknell entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-31 at halftime, the Bison played the Orange evenly in the second half, with both teams scoring 32 points. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Bison managed just 63 points, shooting 38.2% from the field. They hit 34.5% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 29 attempts, and shot 42.3% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Josh Bascoe led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 11 threes. Eddie Lampkin was efficient inside, shooting 7 of 8 and grabbing 11 rebounds. Jaquan Carlos added 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 75 points, Bucknell's defense managed to hold their opponent to just 7 threes on 23 attempts, a 30% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>However, the Bison struggled to contain their opponent inside, allowing them to shoot 58% on two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 34 tries.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Lehigh?</h3><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountain Hawks improved to 3-6 on the season with a narrow 60-59 road win over the Sharks on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being -5.5 favorites, Lehigh didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 119 fell well short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lehigh trailed 35-28 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring LIU 32-24 to secure the win.</p><p>Lehigh's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.3% from the field and 32.3% on two-point attempts. However, they connected on 50% of their three-pointers, hitting 8 of 16 from deep.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller and Shadrak Lasu were standouts, with Fuller scoring 20 points and Lasu adding 16 points and 10 rebounds. Keith Higgins Jr. also contributed 16 points, despite shooting 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Lehigh's defense held their opponent to 59 points, even though they allowed a 43% shooting performance from the field. The Mountain Hawks gave up 21 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lehigh limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 17 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they converted 5 shots, a 62% rate.</p>

Bucknell Bison vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Highlanders and Panthers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Panthers at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena in High Point, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and High Point is favored by -7.5 vs. Radford in a Big South conference matchup.</p><h3>RADFORD HIGHLANDERS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Radford Highlanders +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have High Point winning straight-up, we like Radford at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Highlanders Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Radford dropped to 8-5 on the season after a 74-48 road loss to South Carolina on Sunday. The Highlanders, who were +13.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Radford led 36-30 at halftime but managed just 12 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44 points to the Gamecocks.</p><p>Radford struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 48 points with a 34.5% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.4%, and they hit only 16.7% from three-point range, making 2 of 12 attempts.</p> <p>Jamarii Thomas led the way with 18 points, shooting 4 of 6 from deep. Collin Murray-Boyles added 15 points and 7 rebounds, while TJ NeSmith contributed 14 points and 5 boards. Nick Pringle was perfect from the field, hitting his only shot and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>Radford's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 11 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Radford's opponents hit 9 of 30 threes, shooting 30%. They also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 92% success rate. Radford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for High Point as Home Favorites</h3><p>High Point’s season record fell to 10-3 after a 77-74 home loss to Norfolk State on Sunday. Entering the game as -9 favorites, the Panthers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>High Point trailed 39-34 at halftime but outscored Norfolk State 40-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>High Point's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field. They struggled inside, hitting only 21.1% of their two-point attempts, but found success from beyond the arc, connecting on 15 of 36 threes for 41.7%.</p> <p>Chase Johnston led the way from deep, hitting 8 threes at a 61.5% clip, while Brian Moore Jr. scored 33 points, shooting 61.9% overall. The Panthers also grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists in the win.</p><p>Even with High Point's defense holding their opponent to 34% shooting, they still gave up 77 points. The Panthers allowed 15 threes on 36 attempts, with the other team shooting just 21% from two-point range (4/19).</p> <p>High Point sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 21 free throws (63%). The Panthers also struggled on the boards, giving up 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

Radford Highlanders vs High Point Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Knights and Lions. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lions at Flowers Hall in Florence, AL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have North Alabama as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>BELLARMINE KNIGHTS VS NORTH ALABAMA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Alabama Lions -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Flowers Hall at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH ALABAMA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-63 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will North Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Bellarmine Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Bellarmine Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bellarmine’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 1-10 after a 79-55 loss to Colorado on Saturday. The Knights were +24.5 point underdogs heading into the game, but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-16 at halftime, Bellarmine showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Colorado 39-34. The game’s total points ended at 134, below the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Bellarmine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a 39.6% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they connected on only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, hitting 7 of 26 from deep.</p> <p>Assane Diop led the team with 15 points, shooting 63.6% from the floor, while Dezmond McKinney added 12 points. RJ Smith contributed 11 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. Bellarmine managed just 4 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense struggled to contain their opponent's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 60% of their shots inside the arc, with 23 makes on 38 attempts. Overall, they gave up 79 points on 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bellarmine held their opponent to just 25% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 24 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, Bellarmine's opponent went 15/19, shooting 78%. The Knights also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Lions Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>North Alabama dropped to 6-5 on the season after an 85-69 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Sunday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Lions not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>North Alabama trailed 41-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, where they were outscored 44-38. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>North Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 15% from three-point range, connecting on only 3 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.5%, and they managed 13 offensive rebounds, with just 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Caleb Stone-Carrawell was a bright spot, scoring 28 points on 11 of 17 shooting, including 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. Jacari Lane contributed 20 points and 4 assists, while Jevon Porter added 14 points and 9 rebounds, also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>Despite North Alabama's defensive efforts, they allowed 85 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team scored efficiently inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts (20/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Alabama gave up 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws (75%). North Alabama allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bellarmine Knights vs North Alabama Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Greyhounds and Crusaders game? Catch the action at Hart Center in Worcester, MA, as the Crusaders hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Holy Cross as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Holy Cross Crusaders -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hart Center at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Crusaders.</li><li>Not only will Holy Cross pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Loyola Maryland Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Loyola Maryland fell to 4-6 on the season after an 84-65 road loss to DePaul on Saturday. Entering the game as +18.5 point underdogs, the Greyhounds failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>DePaul jumped out to a 44-26 lead at halftime, and while Loyola Maryland scored 39 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 40. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p><p>NJ Benson and Jacob Theodosiou both scored 22 points in Loyola Maryland's recent game, with Theodosiou shooting 90% from the field, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. Benson added 17 rebounds and shot 71.4% overall.</p> <p>As a team, the Greyhounds shot 44.4% from the field, hitting 6-of-17 from three-point range (35.3%) and 11-of-20 from the free-throw line (55%). They finished with 15 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, posting an effective field goal percentage of 50%.</p><p>Despite Loyola Maryland's defense giving up 84 points, they limited their opponent's three-point shooting to just 5/24, a 20% success rate. However, their defense struggled inside, allowing 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 45 shots.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Loyola Maryland's opponent went 17/23, converting 73% of their attempts. The Greyhounds also allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Crusaders Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Holy Cross Crusaders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Holy Cross improved to 6-5 on the season after a 78-70 road win over Siena on Friday, December 20th. The Crusaders entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 27-23 at halftime, Holy Cross exploded for 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47. The total points for the game ended at 148, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Holy Cross put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, thanks to hitting 15 of 29 threes at a 51.7% clip, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 38.5% on twos.</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way, hitting 6 of 9 threes, finishing with 20 points. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Holy Cross gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field. Inside the arc, the Crusaders allowed 57% shooting, as their opponents went 23/40 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Holy Cross held their opponents to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. The Crusaders also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws for 66%.</p>

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Holy Cross Crusaders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Red Wings and Bruins are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins will host the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. This Atlantic division matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Bruins are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Red Wings.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Red Wings to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Red Wings on the moneyline (+161)</li><li>The Red Wings are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Detroit Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 10-12-3 with a 2-1 road win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>After giving up a short-handed goal in the first period, Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Dylan Larkin scored both goals for the Red Wings.</p><p>Dylan Larkin scored both of the Red Wings’ goals in their 2-1 win over the Sabres, bringing his season total to 6 and 7. The Red Wings were held scoreless in the first period before Larkin found the net twice in the second, with his second goal coming at 5:22. Larkin took 4 shots on goal in the game.</p> <p>Detroit took 23 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Both of their goals came on power plays, with Patrick Kane earning his 6th assist of the season on the first goal. Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist, while Lucas Raymond picked up his 10th.</p><p>Defensively, the Red Wings will look to build off their last game, where they held the Sabres to just one goal. Cam Talbot recorded 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways and 11 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 11:39 in the first period, but they shut out the Sabres in the second and third.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Bruins Chances at Home</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, improving to 12-11-3. The Bruins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense came alive early, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the first period. Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd goal, converting on a power play at 10:03 in the first.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and picked up 4 assists on their two goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Bruins will look to carry over their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals and only 23 shots on goal from the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Bruins' defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks.</p>

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