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<p>Planning on watching today's Penguins and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 3:00 ET on Sunday, October 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>With the Jets being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Jets.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Penguins Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>With a 4-1 loss to the Hurricanes, the Penguins dropped to 3-3-0 on the season. Pittsburgh took an early lead, scoring at 12:20 in the first period, but Carolina responded less than a minute later and went on to score four unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short. Pittsburgh, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. The Penguins’ defense struggled, allowing 39 shots on goal, while their offense managed just 26 shots.</p><p>Drew O'Connor netted his third goal of the season to put the Penguins on the board first at 7:40 in the first period. Lars Eller picked up his second assist of the year, while Jesse Puljujärvi added his third. The Penguins fired 26 shots on goal but couldn't find the net again in their 4-1 loss to Carolina.</p> <p>Pittsburgh struggled with giveaways, committing 17, and went scoreless on the power play. After O'Connor's early goal, the Penguins were held without a goal for the remainder of the game.</p><p>Pittsburgh’s defense gave up the tying goal at 13:24 in the first period and three more after that, leading to a 4-1 loss to Carolina. The Penguins also struggled on the penalty kill, allowing two power-play goals. Joel Blomqvist made 35 saves with a save percentage of 89.7%.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With an 8-3 win over the Sharks, the Jets improved to 4-0-0. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 5.5 goals was surpassed by the game’s 11 combined goals.</p> 

<p>Six different players scored for the Jets, with Nikolaj Ehlers and Cole Perfetti each netting two goals. Winnipeg’s first goal came just 1:59 into the game, and they scored four times in the first period.</p><p>Winnipeg’s offense exploded for 8 goals on 36 shots against the Sharks, with Nikolaj Ehlers and Cole Perfetti each scoring twice. Perfetti added two assists, while Neal Pionk picked up four assists, including his first goal of the season. Vladislav Namestnikov also contributed with his first goal, along with three assists.</p> <p>The Jets scored four times in the first period, including a power-play goal from Ehlers. They added three more power-play goals, with Perfetti’s second goal coming on a power play in the third period. Winnipeg recorded 15 assists and had 10 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets gave up 3 goals to the Sharks, with Connor Hellebuyck posting 19 saves and a save percentage of 86.4%. The Jets' defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 20 hits. Two of the three goals they allowed came in the 2nd and 3rd periods, with the other coming at 8:17 in the 1st.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Detroit Pistons (-114) will host the Atlanta Hawks (-106) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Pistons are favored by 1 point and have a record of 3-6, while the Hawks are 4-5. The over/under line for this game is 226.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on FDSD.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -1</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-106 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with Cade Cunningham points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hawks Have What it Takes in Detroit?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 4-5 on the season with a 121-116 win over the Knicks on Wednesday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, not only secured the win but also covered the spread. The total score of 237 points exceeded the O/U line of 226.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta took an early lead, finishing the 1st quarter up 26-22. The 2nd quarter saw both teams score 39 points, and the Knicks edged the Hawks 28-24 in the 3rd. The game was tied at 89 going into the 4th, where the Hawks outscored the Knicks 32-27 to seal the win.</p><p>Zaccharie Risacher's 33 points and 6 threes at 60% shooting led the Hawks to a win over the Knicks, with Atlanta hitting 15 threes at 39.5% overall. Jalen Johnson and Trae Young each added 23 points, with Johnson also grabbing 15 rebounds.</p> <p>Risacher scored 16 points in the 2nd quarter, while Clint Capela added 8 of his 18 points in the 4th. Young also contributed 6 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 39 points, the Hawks' defense held the Knicks to 27 points in the 4th, helping them secure a win. Overall, they gave up 116 points on 48% shooting.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, allowing New York to hit 22 threes at a 46% clip. The Hawks sent the Knicks to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Pistons Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 3-6 on the season after a narrow 108-107 loss to the Hornets on Wednesday. Detroit, who entered the game as 1-point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 215, falling short of the 223.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 10-0 run by the Hornets early on shifted momentum, but the Pistons kept it close, trailing 77-76 going into the 4th quarter. Both teams scored 31 points in the final period, but Detroit couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Jaden Ivey led the Pistons with 21 points and 5 assists in their 108-107 loss to the Hornets, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip. Cade Cunningham recorded a triple-double with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, despite shooting just 39.1%.</p> <p>Detroit shot 48.9% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 10 threes at 31.2%. Cunningham scored 12 of his 20 points in the 1st quarter, while Paul Reed added 8 of his 13 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons held the Hornets to 108 points on 43% shooting, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. Detroit gave up 31 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, which proved costly.</p> <p>The Pistons allowed 14 made threes on 31% shooting from deep and sent the Hornets to the line 16 times, where they hit all their free throws. Detroit finished with 40 defensive rebounds, 5 steals, and 4 blocks.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulls versus the Cougars? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. The over/under for this game is set at 155 points, and Charleston is favored by -3.5 against South Florida in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like South Florida at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Florida Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Florida dropped their season opener to the Gators on Monday, falling 98-83 on the road. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Bulls not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Despite leading 40-39 at halftime, South Florida couldn’t keep pace in the 2nd half, allowing 59 points while scoring 43. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>South Florida put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54%, thanks in part to hitting 50% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 26 attempts. They also made 82.4% of their free throws, going 14 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the way with 29 points, shooting 66.7% overall. Will Richard added 25 points, while Jamille Reynolds contributed 17 points, hitting 7 of 13 shots. Kasen Jennings knocked down 3 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>South Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 73% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 28 of 38 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Florida held the other team to 20% shooting, as they made just 5 of 25 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 27 free throws (81%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars opened their season with a 90-80 win over Southern Illinois on Monday. Charleston, who were -5.5 favorites, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 45-42 at halftime and maintained their pace in the 2nd half, scoring another 45 points while holding the Salukis to 38. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Charleston's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 56.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.5%. They hit 45% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 20 attempts, while shooting 62.9% on two-pointers. Their free-throw shooting was less impressive, hitting just 63.3% from the line.</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. Elijah Elliott added 23 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and CJ Fulton contributed 17 points and 7 assists, knocking down 3 of 6 from three-point range. Deywilk Tavarez was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 3 of his attempts.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They allowed 20 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars held their opponent to 5 made threes on 21 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 75% rate.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>The UFC will return to Las Vegas this weekend after a terrific international event, and there is plenty of hype and excitement surrounding this sport. Another Fight Night is set to take place this weekend, and there are some big bouts that will be taking place in Las Vegas.</p>



<p>Once again, betting on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/ufc-mma/">UFC</a> is going to unlock some great betting opportunities, especially when looking at the entire fight card of the day. Here is a look at some of the top betting options at UFC Fight Night, and the bets that you should be looking to make. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-heavyweights-ready-to-battle-it-out">Heavyweights Ready to Battle it Out</h2>



<p>The heavyweight division is going to be a major focus this weekend as that will be the main event of the night in Las Vegas. This bout will feature Jairzinho Rozenstruik taking on Shamil Gaziev in what should be an electric main event.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Gaziev is actually the betting favorite in this event at -160, but that also means that the betting odds at +140 for Rozenstruik are extremely tight. Since these are two heavyweight fighters that are trying to get to a championship bout, that is going to put some added pressure on each fighter.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Gaziev might be the betting favorite this weekend, but there is more value in betting on Rozenstruik. This event is going to come down to a decision, and it’s best to look at the value and bet on the underdog in this matchup.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-great-co-main-event">A Great Co-Main Event</h2>



<p>Most UFC Fight Nights tend to feature a co-main event, and that is going to be the case this weekend in Las Vegas. It will be Vitor Petrino taking on Tyson Pedro, and this is not a bout that has tight betting lines.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Petrino has had a ton of success in coming up in the Contender Series and Dana White is protecting his own in this bout. Pedro has had some big fights throughout his career, but he always tends to come up short when it matters the most.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Looking for value and upsets is always a goal when betting on UFC matchups, but that shouldn’t be the case in this one. Petrino is going to have a massive following in Las Vegas in this matchup and he will come up with a big win.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-one-potential-upset-pick">One Potential Upset Pick</h2>



<p>Looking for the biggest upset of the night should always be your focus when betting on UFC, and there is one option that really stands out. This is going to come in one of the last fights of the night as Alex Perez is a big betting underdog against Muhammah Mokaev.</p>



<p>Even though this event really stands out as a great chance to cash in on an upset, there could still be a great battle brewing between the two fighters. Perez is a significant underdog in this bout even though he has proven that he can win big fights throughout his career.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Both of these fighters are going to be going for a knockout punch early in this matchup, and that means that one big blow can end the fight. Taking Perez at +290 is the way to go in this fight, and it’s also a result that will come with a great payout to set the stage for the rest of the night.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There are going to be some other underdogs to consider, but betting on Alex Perez is the top option to explore.</p>

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<p>There looks to be a chance for light rain in Atlanta on Friday, where the Braves and Dodgers will face off at 7:20 PM ET at Truist Park. However, the forecasted rain does not appear to be impacting the money line odds, as the Dodgers are the slight favorite (-109).</p>

<p>Friday's over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs, and APLTV will be televising this NL matchup. Landon Knack is starting for the Dodgers, and they are currently 1st in the NL West, while the Braves have Spencer Schwellenbach on the mound. Atlanta is 3rd in the NL East and has a record of 79-67.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline -109</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Friday, September 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Braves 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>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Cubs, the Dodgers closed out the series with a 10-8 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -164. It was a big 1st inning for the Dodgers, as they scored five runs right out of the gates. The Cubs could only score two runs in the 2nd and added another four runs in the 5th to take the lead. Los Angeles's bullpen closed things out with Alex Vesia picking up the save.</p>

<p>Bobby Miller got the start for the Dodgers and took the win. He only lasted 4 1/3 innings, giving up six earned runs. Offensively, the Dodgers had 12 hits and only one home run. Tommy Edman went 2/5 with a homer and four RBIs.</p><p>Los Angeles is 87-59 overall heading into their road matchup vs. the Braves. The Dodgers are in 1st place in the NL West, leading the Diamondbacks by 5 games. Los Angeles lost two of three in their series vs. the Cubs.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers have gone 48-27 this season, and they are 39-32 on the road. As the favorite, the Dodgers are 82-48 this year, but they are just 5-11 as the underdog. So far, they have been the road favorite 35 times, going 21-14.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Dodgers have been a .500 proposition this season at 73-73. They have been a bit better on the road at 35-36, but their overall run differential is just +0.8 runs per game. They have been a favorite in 130 of their games and have gone 66-64 against the run line in those contests.</p>The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the road today against the Atlanta Braves, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Dodgers have a combined run average of 9.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 79-64. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 32-24. This season, 46 of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, accounting for 31.5% of their games. The over has hit in their last three games.<p>Right-hander Landon Knack is getting the start for the Dodgers today as he faces the Braves on the road. He has made nine starts this season and has a record of 2-3 with a 3.00 ERA. Knack's WHIP for the season is .96, and opponents are batting .191 this year. In his 11 appearances, he has turned in two quality starts. Looking back at his most recent outing, Knack took the loss, going six innings and giving up two earned runs on three hits. Before that, he had won two straight decisions. So far, he has been much better on the road, coming in with a record of 1-0 and 3.04 ERA compared to 1-3 with a 3.11 ERA at home.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been one of the league's top power threats this season, as his 47 home runs are 2nd in the MLB and the best mark on the Dodgers. He is also 3rd in the league with 104 RBIs. Ohtani is batting .292 for the season and comes into the game with a five-game hitting streak. Tommy Edman has also been on a tear of late, going 9/20 with four homers in his last five games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Dodgers are 3rd in scoring at 5 runs per game and have been a very good home run hitting team. They are also near the top of the league in team batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging. As a team, the Dodgers have the 2nd best OPS in the league and are 2nd in isolated power.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>The Braves will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Nationals with a 5-1 loss. Atlanta was the heavy favorite going into the game but fell behind early, as the Nationals scored two runs in the 3rd. The Braves could only scratch across one run, and it came in the 6th inning.</p>

<p>Max Fried had a rough outing, giving up four earned runs on 11 hits and issuing three walks. The Braves also wasted a big game from Jorge Soler, who went 2/3 with a double and a run scored.</p><p>Heading into today's game vs. the Dodgers, the Braves are 3rd in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by nine games. Overall, the Braves are 79-67, and they are 24-22 against other teams in the NL East. Atlanta is coming off a series split vs. the Nationals, and they are 5-5 across their last ten games.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 40-31 this year, and they have gone 39-36 on the road. As the underdog, the Braves are 12-16 this year, and they have lost two straight games as the underdog. Atlanta's overall record as the favorite is 67-51. So far this year, they have a series record of 26-17-6.</p><p>When betting the run line on Braves games this season, it has been a better proposition to take the underdog. Atlanta is 17-11 against the run line as the underdog, but just 52-66 as the favorite. The Braves have a run differential of +0.5 runs per game this season, but they have been outscored by 0.1 runs per game at home.</p><p>Atlanta is 13-24 this season when the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The Braves have played in 44 games this season with an over/under line of 8.5 runs, which accounts for 30.1% of their games. Their games have averaged 8.0 runs per game this season, and their overall over/under record is 53-88.</p><p>Spencer Schwellenbach is looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Blue Jays, as he gave up three earned runs in five innings of work. He ended up taking the loss in that outing. Against the Blue Jays, Schwellenbach gave up two homers. Looking back over his last four starts, he has finished with a no-decision in three straight outings. Schwellenbach has a record of 5-7 this season and an ERA of 3.78. Opponents are batting .237 off the right-hander this season. In 17 starts, he has eight quality starts and is averaging 9.86 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been the Braves' top hitter this season, batting .303 with 37 homers and 98 RBIs. He is also on a six-game hitting streak. Matt Olson has also been swinging the bat well of late, going 8/22 in his last six games. Olson is batting just .237 for the season but does have 25 homers.</p>

<p>Overall, the Braves are 5th in home runs and are averaging 4.3 runs per game. However, they have been better on the road, averaging 4.6 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .240 and are 23rd in the league in strikeouts.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 9/13/24

<p>The Tigers (54-66, 28-33 away) travel to take on the Guardians (58-63, 31-28 home) in game one of this AL Central matchup. Tarik Skubal is getting the start for the Tigers while Xzavion Curry is starting for the Guardians. See who I like to pick up the win in today's Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Guardians showdown at Progressive Field.</p><h3>DETROIT TIGERS VS CLEVELAND GUARDIANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Tigers -123</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 7:15 ET on Thursday, August 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>The Tigers will be taking on a Guardians club that is just 4-6 over their last ten games.</li><li>As the favorite on the road, the Tigers' win streak currently stands at three games.</li><li>Xzavion Curry has struggled of late, coming in with an ERA of 6.30 over his last two starts.</li></ul><h3>DETROIT TIGERS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>With an overall record of 54-66, the Tigers are 3rd in the AL Central. When playing at home, they are 26-33 and 28-33. So far, Detroit has a record of 26-26 against below .500 teams and have played in 39 series, going 15-20-4.</p><p><p>Tarik Skubal takes the mound for the Detroit Tigers with a 2-2 record. He has made seven appearances this season, boasting an ERA of 4.17 and a K/9 of 10.02. His FIP is an impressive 2.09, and his OBP stands at .288.</p></p><p>Tarik Skubal's most recent outing ended after 5 1/3 innings, as the Tigers were defeated by the Red Sox, 5-2. Skubal allowed seven hits and four earned runs.</p><p>For the season, the Tigers' offense is averaging 4 runs per game. Over their last five games they have swung the bats well, sitting 9th in the league in scoring, with a total of 22 runs. Overall, Detroit's team batting average is .235, putting them 19th in the MLB.</p><p>Kerry Carpenter has been a key contributor to the Detroit offense this season, boasting a .286 batting average and .521 slugging percentage. In the team's last ten games, Carpenter has been especially impressive, leading the Tigers in hits with a .424 average.</p><h3>WILL THE CLEVELAND GUARDIANS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>On an overall record of 58-63, the Guardians are 2nd in the AL Central. On the road, Cleveland has put together a record of 27-35 while going 31-28 at home. Against teams with below .500 records, the club has gone 31-31. Overall, the Guardians have played in 37 series, going 16-18-3.</p><p><p>Today marks Xzavion Curry's 31st appearance of the season, and he has a 3-1 record. His ERA is 3.39 and opponents have a .281 OBP against him. He has struck out 46 batters and his WHIP is 1.19. On the road, his ERA is 4.08 while it drops to 2.29 when he pitches at home.</p></p><p>Xzavion Curry's last start against the Rays ended in a no-decision, as he gave up five runs on six hits over five innings. Despite Curry's efforts, the Guardians ultimately fell to Tampa Bay 9-8.</p><p>Offensively, Cleveland is ranked 26th in the league with an average of 4 runs per game. When looking over their last five matchups, the Guardians averaged 5.4 runs per contest, which is 4th best in that span. In terms of their power numbers, Cleveland is 23rd in all of baseball, with a total of 88 home runs.</p><p>José Ramírez has been a key offensive contributor for the Guardians in 2023. The third baseman is batting .286 with 18 home runs and 66 RBIs. He has been an integral part of the team's success this season.</p>

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