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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 160.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -8.5 vs. Ohio State.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ohio State at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buckeyes Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 7-4 on the season with a 95-73 win over Valparaiso on Tuesday. The Buckeyes, who were heavy favorites at -21, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio State led 41-30 at halftime and scored 54 points in the second half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Ohio State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 54.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 (31.6%). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, knocking down 23-of-27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, and Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists. Evan Mahaffey was perfect from the field, making all 6 of his shots.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 27 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. The Buckeyes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 of those attempts for 85%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>On Saturday, December 14th, the Wildcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a 93-85 home win over the Cardinals. Kentucky entered the game as -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kentucky led 46-40 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 178 exceeded the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 52.4% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%.</p> <p>Lamont Butler was perfect from the field, going 10/10 overall and 6/6 from three, finishing with 33 points and 6 assists. Chucky Hepburn added 26 points and 5 assists, while Terrence Edwards Jr. contributed 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 58% shooting. The Wildcats struggled to defend inside, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense allowed 11 threes on 52% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blue Hose versus the Lumberjacks? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138 points, and Stephen F. Austin is favored by -9 at home against Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +9</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Lumberjacks.</li><li>Even though we have Stephen F. Austin winning straight-up, we like Presbyterian at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Presbyterian Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian fell to Kennesaw State 85-67 on Saturday, November 16th. The Blue Hose were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 152, just under the O/U line of 158.</p> <p>Presbyterian struggled early, trailing 46-27 at halftime, but showed some resilience in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 39.</p><p>Simeon Cottle's sharpshooting from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 6 threes, led him to a game-high 27 points in 30 minutes for Presbyterian. As a team, the Blue Hose connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5 for 13 from deep.</p> <p>Presbyterian shot 44.9% from the field overall, with a 47.2% mark on two-point attempts. They also made 18 of 28 free throws, finishing with a 64.3% free-throw percentage. Jonah Pierce contributed a double-double, scoring 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 44% shooting from the field. The Blue Hose allowed 15 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Presbyterian's opponents shot 44%, hitting 11 of 25 three-point attempts. The Blue Hose also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22, a 75% clip. Presbyterian gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Stephen F. Austin Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>In their latest outing, the Lumberjacks fell 59-49 to Arkansas State on Saturday, November 16th. Entering the game as +9.5 point underdogs, SFA not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-24 at halftime, the Lumberjacks couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29. The game’s total points of 108 fell well short of the 150-point O/U line.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 49 points on 31.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, with two-point shooting at 36.8% and three-point shooting at a dismal 18.8% (3/16). The Lumberjacks also shot 57.1% from the free-throw line, hitting 12 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Taryn Todd was a bright spot, scoring 21 points on 7/12 shooting, including 4/5 from beyond the arc. He also added 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Kyle Hayman contributed 12 points and 6 rebounds, while Nana Antwi-Boasiako had 11 points and 12 boards.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 31% shooting from the field. The Lumberjacks limited their opponent's two-point attempts to 11/31, or 35%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stephen F. Austin's defense allowed 8 threes on 30 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13, shooting 46%.</p>

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Ottawa Senators vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Minnesota Wild vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Chicago Blackhawks vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Arizona Cardinals vs Carolina Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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Denver Broncos vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

Atlanta Falcons vs Las Vegas Raiders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

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Green Bay Packers vs Seattle Seahawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

Expect a low-scoring game when the Boston Celtics (42-21) and Indiana Pacers (39-25) clash at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Boston is a 1.5-point favorite on the opening line, while the Over/Under (O/U) for the game opened at 215 points. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.
<h2>Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers ATS Preview</h2>
The last time the Celtics played, they lost a close one to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 105-104, despite being 6.5-point favorites. Boston's Gordon Hayward put together a solid performance, leading the team in scoring with 24 points on 9-for-19 shooting. Oklahoma City did a great job of making free throws (25-34; 73.5 percent). Boston, meanwhile, held the Thunder to an offensive rebounding percentage of 10.3 (below their season average of 19.3). The two teams combined to score 209 points, which came in under the projected point total of 216.5.

The Pacers will look to keep it rolling after narrowly defeating the Dallas Mavericks in their last outing, 112-109, as 6.5-point underdogs. With 20 points on 8-for-13 shooting, Domantas Sabonis led Indiana in scoring. Indiana's 0.568 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Dallas, who had a mark of 0.505. The Pacers' mark was above their season average of 0.533. The two squads combined to record 221 points, which was just over the projected point total of 219.

These two clubs have already met once this season. In that game, the two teams combined to put up 239 points, well over the projected point total of 210.5. The Pacers won 122-117, covering as 2-point favorites. Indiana did a terrific job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (30-36; 83.3 percent). Boston, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (20.5 vs. 12.2). Kemba Walker scored a game-high 44 points.

Of Boston's 63 games, 32 have finished under the projected point total, while 34 of Indiana's 64 games have finished over the O/U total. Both teams have solid straight up (SU) records (42-21 for Boston; 39-25 for Indiana), but the Celtics have the edge against the spread (ATS). Boston is 37-25-1 ATS, while the Pacers are 33-28-3.

The offense of Indiana (16th in the NBA with an offensive efficiency of 108.8) will battle against the elite defense of Boston (fourth in the NBA with a defensive efficiency of 104.9). The Celtics figure to have the advantage on that end of the court.
<h3>Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Pick:</a> SU Winner - Celtics, ATS Winner - Celtics, O/U - Over
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The Celtics rank third in points allowed in the paint per game (42.9) while the Pacers rank 14th (47.8).

Indiana ranks third in steals allowed per game (6.8) while Boston ranks seventh (7.0).

Boston ranks 16th in second chance points per game (13.2) while Indiana ranks 27th (11.5).

Boston allows the fourth-fewest points off turnovers per game (14.6) while Indiana ranks fifth (14.6).

Boston is 20-10-1 ATS on the road with 17 unders and 14 overs.

At home, Indiana is 14-15-2 ATS with 16 overs and 15 unders.

In games where they allow less than 100 points, Indiana is 11-2 and Boston is 12-3.

In games where they reach the century mark, the Celtics are 41-14 and the Pacers are 39-16.

The Celtics average 15.5 fast break points per game, which ranks sixth in the NBA. The Pacers rank 17th in fast break points allowed per game (13.6).

Indiana ranks fifth in assists per game (26.0) while Boston ranks 25th (22.9).

The Celtics rank 14th in three pointers attempted per game (34.2) while the Pacers rank last (27.5).

The Celtics average 46.0 rebounds per game, which ranks ninth in the NBA. The Pacers rank 13th in rebounds allowed per game (44.7).

Indiana ranks 13th in blocks per game (5.1) while Boston ranks 24th in blocks allowed per game (5.5).

Bettings Trends:

Indiana is 3-1-1 ATS with 4 overs and 1 under in its last five games.

Across its past five games, Boston is 1-4 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs.

The Pacers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.8, down from 2.0 for the season.

During their last five games, the Celtics have scored an average of 108.0 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 110.0 points per game (3.2 above their season average).

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Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers ATS Odds Pick 03/10/20

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Canucks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Ottawa?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 17-13-2 this season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense recorded 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle, but still managed to find the net three times. Adam Gaudette scored his 7th goal of the season in the first period, while Brady Tkachuk added his 7th in the second. Tim Stützle capped off the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter in the third period.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists. Tim Stützle's assist on Tkachuk's goal was his 10th of the season. Ottawa was held without a power play goal in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators will be looking to build off their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 16-10-6 this season. Vancouver was favored by -1.5 goals, but they failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver trailed 1-0 in the second period before Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks a 2-1 lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to even the score again. Suter netted his second goal with just 26 seconds left to secure the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and registered 25 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter's first goal tied the game 1-1 in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to carry some momentum into their next game after helping secure a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The first goal they allowed came 2:37 into the 2nd period, and the second came with just 1:17 left in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>AMZN is set to broadcast the week 16 AFC West matchup between the Broncos and Chargers, which will kick off at 8:15 ET. The Chargers are the favorite with a money line of -161 and are -3 point favorites on the point spreads. The game, played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, has an over/under line set at 42.5 points. The Broncos' money line odds are +135.</p><h3>DENVER BRONCOS VS LOS ANGELES CHARGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Broncos +3</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 8:15 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Broncos winning this one by a score of 24 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Broncos winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Broncos Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Broncos currently sit 6th in the AFC and have a 93.1% chance of making the playoffs. However, they have no chance of winning the AFC West. Denver is on a four-game winning streak, including a 31-13 win over the Colts in week 15. They also have a +6.4 scoring margin and are 11-3 against the spread this season.</p> <p>The Broncos rank 21st in our power rankings heading into week 16. Their O/U record is 9-5, with the over hitting in their last three games. Their games have averaged 41.6 points, compared to an average line of 40.7.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Broncos are 24th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 9th in the NFL in points per game (24) but are 21st in yards per game, averaging 311.1. Denver is 23rd in passing yards per game (202.7) on 33.6 attempts per game, which ranks 10th. On the ground, they are 19th in rushing yards per game (108.4) and 16th in rushing attempts. The Broncos are 16th in the league in 3rd-down conversions (37.7%) and 19th in red zone conversion percentage, despite ranking 10th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Bo Nix threw for 130 yards (20/33) with 3 touchdowns and 3 interceptions in week 15 against the Colts. Denver scored 21 points in the 4th quarter after being held scoreless in the 1st. Courtland Sutton led the team with 32 receiving yards on 3 catches, while Nix also led the team in rushing with 23 yards on 8 carries.</p><p>Indianapolis managed just 161 passing yards on 44 attempts in their 31-13 loss to the Broncos. Denver's defense was tough to move the ball against, holding the Colts to 149 yards rushing on 32 attempts. The Broncos' secondary played well, allowing just 17 completions and holding the Colts to a 44.7% completion percentage.</p><p></p><p>On third down, the Broncos allowed the Colts to convert just 26.7% of their chances. Denver also came away with two interceptions and didn't allow any passing touchdowns. Despite struggling against the run, the Broncos' defense was a major reason for their win, consistently pressuring the quarterback and limiting big plays.</p><h3>Will The Chargers Win At Home Over The Broncos?</h3><p>The Chargers have dropped two straight games, including a 40-17 loss to the Buccaneers in week 15, bringing their record to 8-6. Despite the loss, they still have an 87.7% chance of making the playoffs, but they rank 16th in our power rankings heading into week 16. Los Angeles is 4-3 both at home and on the road, and they are 2-2 in division games. They currently sit 3rd in the AFC West and 7th in the AFC.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Chargers are 9-4-1, with an average scoring margin of +3.4 points per game. They are 8-2 ATS as favorites and 1-2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-9, with their games averaging 38.6 points compared to an average line of 42.6.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Chargers rank 15th in our offensive power rankings. They are 17th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 21, and 25th in both passing yards (196.4) and total yards per game (302.1). On the ground, they average 105.8 rushing yards per game, ranking 21st in the league. Los Angeles has struggled on 3rd down, converting just 37.1% of their attempts, which ranks 20th in the NFL. However, they have been efficient in the red zone, converting 41.7% of their opportunities, which is 6th in the league.</p> <p>In week 15, the Chargers were shut out in the 2nd half, scoring all 17 of their points in the 1st half. Justin Herbert threw for 195 yards, going 21/33 with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. Gus Edwards led the team in rushing with 23 yards on 8 carries, while Ladd McConkey had 5 catches for 58 yards and a touchdown. The Chargers failed to convert on 3rd down, going 0/6, but they did score on 2 of their 3 red zone trips.</p><p>In their 40-17 loss to the Buccaneers, the Chargers' defense allowed 506 yards and 223 rushing yards on 39 attempts, giving up 4 touchdowns through the air. Tampa Bay averaged 10.5 yards per passing attempt, with Los Angeles struggling to defend the big play.<p></p>The Chargers managed just one sack and allowed the Buccaneers to convert on 60% of their third down attempts. Despite forcing one interception, the Chargers allowed Tampa Bay to complete 81.5% of their passes.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Pacific is favored by -4.5 against Idaho in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vandals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Idaho Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 2-8 after a 74-66 road loss to UC Davis on Wednesday. The Vandals entered the game as +6.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread, while the total points of 140 fell just short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>Idaho trailed 32-25 at halftime but couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Idaho's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.4%. They did connect on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Kolton Mitchell led the way with 26 points, hitting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Ty Johnson added 19 points, despite shooting 0-for-3 from three, while Niko Rocak contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, making all but one of his four field goal attempts.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, for a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Idaho's opponents went 5/14, shooting 35%. The Vandals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 43 times, where they made 27 free throws, a 62% success rate. Idaho allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Pacific Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pacific fell to 3-8 on the season after an 81-75 home loss to Portland State on Wednesday, December 18th. The Tigers, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-29 at halftime, Pacific put up a fight in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pacific's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 34.5% overall and 24% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to put up 75 points, thanks in large part to their success at the free-throw line, where they hit 31 of 36 attempts for an 86.1% rate.</p> <p>Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from three. Elias Ralph, Elijah Fisher, Jefferson Koulibaly, and Shane Nowell each contributed 15 points, with Lamar Washington adding 14 points and 6 assists. Isaiah Johnson grabbed 11 rebounds to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Despite Pacific holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, the Tigers still gave up 81 points. They allowed 43% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposition hitting 13 of 30 shots. From beyond the arc, Pacific's defense limited their opponent to 6 of 25 shooting, just 24%.</p> <p>Pacific sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 attempts, an 86% success rate. The Tigers also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Pacific Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Wild and Jets are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets will host the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Wild in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD 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 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>The Jets enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-9-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</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 netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring 9:41 into the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they gave up just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play late in the first period.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg fell behind 2-0 in the first period, but seven different players scored to help the Jets come back. The Jets took the lead for good with 12:22 left in the third period.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with each of their seven goals coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his 3rd goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his 1st on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th, including an empty-netter, and Cole Perfetti closed out the scoring with his 4th, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Jets took 34 shots on goal and recorded 10 assists. Josh Morrissey picked up his 13th assist on Perfetti’s empty-netter, while Mark Scheifele earned his 10th assist on Ehlers’ goal. Dylan Samberg scored his 3rd goal of the season, and Logan Stanley found the net for the first time this year.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense got off to a rough start, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the third, which tied the game at 4-4. However, they held firm after that, helping the Jets to a 7-4 win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

<p>The 2022 MLB season continues with a 15-game card on Jackie Robinson Day, so we are taking a closer look at the American League West showdown from T-Mobile Park in Seattle to get you the best Astros vs. Mariners betting pick and odds.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>Houston and Seattle start a three-game set. The Astros are slight moneyline favorites for Friday’s opener, while the totals are listed at 9.0 runs on <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<h2>The Stars continue their nine-game road trip                      </h2>



<p>The Houston Astros fell to 4-2 on the young season following a 3-2 defeat in ten innings at the Arizona Diamondbacks this past Wednesday. They split a two-game interleague set, as the Stars barely outlasted the D-backs 2-1 in the opener.</p>



<p>Ryan Pressley took a loss on Wednesday, and the Astros had to use five relievers. Framber Valdez lasted only three innings and struggled with control, allowing one earned run on a couple of hits and five walks.</p>



<p>Jake Odorizzi will toe the rubber Friday in Seattle. In his season debut, Odorizzi tossed four frames of a two-run ball in a 13-6 thrashing of the Los Angeles Angels. The 32-year-old right-hander recorded a pair of strikeouts and surrendered six hits.</p>



<p>Last year, Odorizzi went 6-7 with a 4.21 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 91/34 K/BB ratio in 23 starts and one relief appearance (104.2 frames). He met the Mariners five times, going 2-2 with a 3.91 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 28/10 K/BB ratio across 25.1 innings of work.</p>



<h2>The Mariners need more from their offense          </h2>



<p>The Seattle Mariners wrapped up a seven-game road trip on Thursday, and their closing contest of a three-game series at the Chicago White Sox has been excluded from the analysis. The Mariners were looking to avoid a sweep and put an end to their four-game losing streak.</p>



<p>Last Wednesday, Seattle suffered a 6-4 defeat at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. Robbie Ray yielded six earned runs on ten hits and a couple of free passes in 6.1 innings, and the Chi Sox took him deep three times.</p>



<p>Marco Gonzales will toe the slab Friday, looking to bounce back from his season debut. The 30-year-old southpaw was charged for a loss in a heavy 10-4 defeat at the Minnesota Twins last Sunday, surrendering six runs (two earned) on six hits and a couple of walks.</p>



<p>The Mariners desperately need more from their offense. Seattle has accounted for only 16 runs in its first six games of the season, posting an underwhelming .589 OPS.</p>



<h2>Trends:</h2>



<p><strong>Houston:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-2 in the last seven games on the road</li><li>5-1 in the last six games against the AL West&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Seattle:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-4 in the last five outings as underdogs</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-houston-astros-vs-seattle-mariners-pick">Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners Pick</h2>



<p>Marco Gonzales is only 1-6 with a pedestrian 5.48 ERA in nine career starts against Houston. The current Astros are slashing .362/.394/.502 in 146 at-bats against Seattle’s lefty, while the current Mariners have a poor .143/.221/.231 triple-slash in 85 at-bats against Jake Odorizzi.</p>



<p>Hereof, I have to go with the Astros. Even if Odorizzi starts to struggle, the visitors can lean on their bullpen that has recorded a 1.75 ERA so far this season. If you like player props, keep your eyes on Jose Altuve, who’s 10-for-24 against Gonzales.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Houston Astros at -120&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>I’m not expecting a high-scoring affair, as T-Mobile Park is a typical pitcher-friendly ballpark. Last year, it ranked 30<sup>th</sup> in ESPN’s MLB Park Factors. Furthermore, both teams possess a lot of talent in the bullpen, so give me the under on the totals.</p>



<p>Ten of the last 14 encounters between the Astros and Mariners at T-Mobile Park have produced nine or fewer runs in the total. The under is 9-4-1 during that span.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 9.0 runs at -125&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners Odds, Pick, Prediction 4/15/22

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Winthrop as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 158.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Winthrop pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Win at Rock Hill?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Mercer dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 73-66 road loss to Queens (NC) on Wednesday. The Bears entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Mercer trailed 30-29 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Mercer's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 16% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.9%, and they managed 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Nasir Mann added 15 points in 17 minutes, hitting 1 of 2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they allowed 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. Mercer held them to 39% shooting on two-point attempts, as they went 15/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 attempts. Mercer also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 79%. The Bears gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Winthrop Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Winthrop fell to 6-4 on the season after an 82-64 road loss to Florida State on Tuesday. The Eagles entered the game as +11 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Winthrop trailed 45-27 at halftime but played the Seminoles evenly in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 37 points. The game’s total points of 146 fell short of the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 35.3%. They managed 64 points, with 14 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Malique Ewin was a standout, shooting 66.7% and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Bryce Baker hit 6 threes at a 50% rate. Jamir Watkins contributed 23 points and 4 assists, despite shooting 42.9% overall.</p><p>Winthrop's defense gave up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field, as their opponent hit 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles allowed 24 baskets on 41 tries, a 58% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop's defense saw their opponent make 7 of 20 shots, good for 35%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%. Winthrop allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Mercer Bears vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Minnesota took game one of this Western Conference first-round series and currently holds a 1-0 lead over the Suns. Tuesday's game two is being played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and is set to tip-off at 7:30 PM ET. TNT is carrying the game on TV, and the Timberwolves are favored by 3.5 points. The over/under line is sitting at 211.5 points, and the money line odds are -158 for Minnesota and +132 for Phoenix.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, April 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-113 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with Kevin Durant points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><p>The Timberwolves picked up a 25-point win over the Suns in the most recent game of this series, winning by a score of 120-95. Going into the game, the Timberwolves were favored by 2.5 points and easily covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 213.5 points, and the 215 combined points meant the game went over the line by 1.5 points.</p>

<p>Minnesota took control of the game in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Suns 34-23. Anthony Edwards led all scorers with 33 points, and he also had nine rebounds and six assists. Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 points for the Timberwolves. On the other side, Kevin Durant had 31 points for the Suns, and the team hit just nine threes on 32.1% shooting from beyond the arc.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>In terms of their over/under record, Phoenix has gone over the O/U line in their last two games. This season, their games have averaged a combined 229.3 points per game, compared to today's line of 211.5. In all of their games, the average O/U line has been 230.7.</p>

<p>Looking at their ATS record, the Suns are 35-47 overall and 19-23 on the road. They have failed to cover the spread in their last two road games. As the underdog, their ATS record is 10-12 this season.</p>

<p>Phoenix's last game was also against the Timberwolves, and they lost by a score of 120-95. In that game, they were 2.5-point underdogs. The Suns are currently 6th in the Western Conference with a record of 49-33.</p>

<p>For the season, the Suns are 9-13 as the underdog and have a scoring differential of -3.1 points per game. As the underdog, their ATS record is 10-12. On the road, they are 24-18 straight-up and 19-23 vs. the spread.</p><p>Phoenix comes into the game as the NBA's 10th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 116.2 points per contest. For the season, they have hit 49% of their shots from the field, which is the 5th best mark in the league. The Suns' pace of play is 15th in the league. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker are both averaging 27.1 points per game this season.</p>

<p>Looking at Durant's last five games, he has hit 48.9% of his shots from the field and is averaging 23.8 points per game in that stretch. Over the last five games for Bradley Beal, he has hit 59.5% of his shots and 61.9% of his threes, averaging 23.2 points per game. Grayson Allen is questionable for the game and is averaging 13.5 points per game.</p><p>So far this season, the Phoenix Suns defense has been middle of the pack, ranking 15th in the NBA at 113.3 points per game allowed. On the road, the Suns have been slightly worse, giving up 113.7 points per contest, which is 13th in the league.</p>

<p>When it comes to rebounds, Phoenix is 13th in the NBA at 44.1 per game. They have been especially good at defensive rebounding, ranking 8th in the league.</p>

<p>One area where the Suns have been strong defensively is in blocking shots, as they are 6th in the NBA at 6 rejections per contest.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>In Minnesota's win over the Suns, the teams combined for 215 points, which was 1.5 points higher than the O/U line of 213.5. This continues a streak of 2 straight games going over the O/U line for the Timberwolves.</p>

<p>On average, Minnesota's games have seen 219.4 points scored this season, with an average O/U line of 221. Today's line is set at 211.5, which is lower than 78 of their previous games.</p>

<p>Minnesota is 43-40 on the over/under for the season, and their games have gone over the O/U line in two straight games.</p>

<p>For the season, Minnesota is 41-41 against the spread, going 19-23 ATS at home and 22-18 ATS on the road. As the favorite, they are 30-33 ATS and 11-8 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves are 3rd in the Western Conference with a record of 56-26. In the West, they are 37-15 against other teams and 19-11 against the East.</p>

<p>Minnesota won their last game against the Suns by a score of 120-95. In that game, they were favored by 2.5 points. Overall, the Timberwolves are favored by 3.5 points in today's game.</p><p>Minnesota comes into the game as the 18th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 113 points per game. Their production has been a little worse at home, where they are 22nd in the league, with 112.2 points per contest. The Timberwolves have been an efficient shooting team this season, as they are 9th in field goal percentage and 8th in true shooting percentage.</p>

<p>Anthony Edwards is averaging 27.2 points per game over his last five games on a field goal percentage of 52.2%. Across these games, he also averaged 5 assists. For the season, he is averaging 25.9 points and 5.1 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 21.8 points and 8.3 rebounds for the season.</p><p>When it comes to defense, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been the best in the NBA this season, allowing just 106.4 points per game. That number is even better at home, where they are giving up just 103.5 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, opponents have made just 45.1% of their field goal attempts against Minnesota, which is also the best mark in the league. Their three-point defense has been stout as well, ranking 3rd in three-point percentage allowed.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Timberwolves' defense has slipped a bit, allowing 112.6 points per game. During that stretch, opponents have made 41.6% of their three-point attempts.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 4/23/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Vikings and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPNU. This Horizon League conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Oakland is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Cleveland State.</p><h3>CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Indiana Farmers Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Monday, March 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Vikings Chances in Indianapolis</h3><p>So far this season, Cleveland State has a record of 20-13 and is currently on a three-game winning streak. They are 13-9 in Horizon League games and 7-4 in non-conference matchups. On the road, the Vikings have gone 6-10 and are currently on a two-game winning streak.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, Cleveland State has been the underdog in 14 games, and their record in those matchups is 5-9. Overall, they have been the underdog in 14 games, going 5-9.</p><p>As the underdog, Cleveland State has been solid vs. the spread this season, going 9-5. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Vikings have a mark of 6-4 vs. the spread. On the road, Cleveland State has a .500 ATS record this year at 8-8.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Cleveland State games is 16-16. On average, their games have finished with 147.1 points per game. Over their last three games, the OU record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 147 points.</p><p>Cleveland State is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 82 points versus Youngstown State. This output is higher than their season-average of 76.4 points per game. For the season, the Cleveland State offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 45%. So far, they have hit 50% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 6.6 made three's per contest.</p><p>So far, the Vikings' defense is ranked 199th in the country at 72.9 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Cleveland State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 45.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.7% this season.</p><h3>Does Oakland Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>After winning their last game against Purdue Fort Wayne by a score of 75-65, Oakland has a record of 21-11 this season. They are 15-5 in Horizon League play, and they have won two straight games.</p>

<p>At home this season, the Golden Grizzlies have a record of 11-4, and they have gone 9-1 in their last 10 games at home. For the year, they have been favored in 20 of their 32 games, going 15-5 as the favorite.</p><p>Overall, Oakland has an ATS record of 19-12 this season. At home, their ATS mark is 8-7. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Grizzlies have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 144.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Oakland's games this year (147.3). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 152 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Golden Grizzlies' offense finished with 75 points, which is right in line with their current average of 76.3 points per contest. Trey Townsend is leading the team in scoring at 16.3 points per contest. Jack Gohlke has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.9 going into the game.</p><p>In terms of defense, Oakland is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 72.9 points per game. Against Purdue Fort Wayne in their most recent game, the Oakland defense gave up a total of 65 points while allowing Purdue Fort Wayne to hit 50% of their shots.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Bearcats and Bears game? Catch the action at Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN. The odds for this Big 12 conference game currently have the Bears as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS BAYLOR BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Bearcats +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Foster Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI BEARCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Even though we have Baylor winning straight-up, we like Cincinnati at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cincinnati Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>So far this season, Cincinnati is 12-3, including a 1-1 mark in Big 12 play. On the road, the Bearcats are 2-2, compared to 10-1 at home. This season, they have been the underdog twice, going 1-1 in those games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Bearcats lost to Texas by a score of 74-73. Over their last 10 games on the road, Cincinnati is 4-6. Their average scoring margin on the road is -0.8 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, Cincinnati has gone 1-1 vs. the spread this season and is 5-5 vs. the spread in their last 10 games as the underdog. On the road, the Bearcats have a 1-3 ATS record this year and are just 4-6 ATS in their last 10 road games. Overall, Cincinnati is 6-9 ATS this season.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Cincinnati games sits at 9-6. Today's over/under line of 151.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (147.2). Across their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points compared to their season average of 146.7 points per game.</p><p>Against Texas, the Cincinnati had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 80.7 points per game. They scored 73 points and posted a field goal percentage of 47.5% in the game. Simas Lukosius was the leading scorer for the Bearcats, putting up 19 points. In addition, Viktor Lakhin contributed 17 points.</p><p>Cincinnati's defense has been playing well, ranking 63rd nationally, with 66.0 points allowed per game. Against Texas in their most recent game, the Cincinnati defense gave up a total of 74 points while allowing Texas to hit 47% of their shots.</p><h3>Can the Bears Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>After winning their last game against BYU by a score of 81-72, Baylor enters this contest with a record of 13-2. They have won three straight games and are currently on a 10-game winning streak at home. For the season, they are 10-0 at home and have an average scoring margin of +25.7 points per game.</p>

<p>As a team, Baylor is averaging 81.1 points per game, while allowing 62.7 points per game. They have been favored in 11 of their 15 games this season, going 10-1 in those games. In their one game as the underdog, they lost to Washington by a score of 67-64.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Baylor has an 8-3 record vs. the spread. At home, the Bears are 9-1 ATS and have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last three home games. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Baylor has an 8-2 ATS mark.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Baylor games is 8-5. Today's over/under line of 151.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (150.5). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 157 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Baylor offense ended with 81 points against BYU. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 43.1% and made 10 threes. Offensively, the Bears have a season long field goal percentage of 51%, which is 17th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 26th in percentage and 37th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Bears' defense is positioned 126th in the country, permitting 69.5 points per game. In their previous game vs. BYU, the Cougars finished with a field goal percentage of 43% and a total of 72 points vs. Baylor.</p>

Cincinnati Bearcats vs Baylor Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES 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 Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-217) will host the Los Angeles Lakers (+180) in a Western Pacific divisional matchup. The Kings (-6) are favored at home over the Lakers, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 15-12. They have won two straight games coming into tonight's matchup. Sacramento is 12th in the West with a record of 13-15 and have lost their last two games.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -6</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-123 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Win in Sacramento?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 15-12 on the season with a 113-100 win over the Kings on Thursday. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 213 points fell short of the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Lakers went on an 11-0 run, turning a 25-19 deficit into a 30-25 lead. After a 30-25 2nd quarter in favor of the Kings, the Lakers tightened up defensively, winning the 3rd quarter 24-22 and closing out the game by outscoring Sacramento 27-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Austin Reaves led the Lakers to a win over the Kings with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Anthony Davis added 21 points and 19 rebounds, despite shooting just 35%, while LeBron James contributed 19 points and 7 assists, shooting 38.1%.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 40.4% as a team, making 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Reaves and Davis each scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, with Reaves also adding 8 in the 1st.</p><p>The Lakers' defense tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 42 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure a 113-100 win over the Kings. Despite giving up 30 points in the 2nd quarter, they held Sacramento to 22 points in the 3rd and 20 in the 4th.</p> <p>Los Angeles limited the Kings to 11 made threes on 37% shooting from deep. The Lakers also sent Sacramento to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers grabbed 39 rebounds, allowing just 4 offensive boards, while adding 8 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Does Sacramento Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-15 on the season after a 113-100 home loss to the Lakers on Thursday. Sacramento, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 213 points was well below the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>After the Lakers went on an 11-0 run early, the Kings fought back in the 2nd quarter, outscoring L.A. 30-25. However, Sacramento couldn't close the gap, as they were down 86-80 going into the 4th quarter and were outscored 27-20 in the final period.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 26 points and 5 assists in their 113-100 loss to the Lakers, shooting 41.2% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40%. Fox scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Malik Monk added 12 of his 17 points in the 2nd quarter, finishing with 3 made threes at 30% efficiency.</p> <p>Domantas Sabonis contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. The Kings made 11 threes, shooting 37.9% from deep, with a 45.1% overall field goal percentage.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, the Kings couldn’t overcome a rough 1st quarter, where they allowed 37 points, leading to a 113-100 loss to the Lakers. Sacramento held Los Angeles to 40% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Kings gave up 12 threes on 36% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 30 times, with Los Angeles converting 25 free throws. Sacramento finished with 7 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Skyhawks versus the Screaming Eagles? Tip off is at at 4:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, IN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Southern Indiana is favored by -4.5 to win at home against UT Martin.</p><h3>UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UT Martin Skyhawks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 83-67 in favor of the Skyhawks.</li><li>Not only will UT Martin pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UT Martin Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>UT Martin’s season continued to be a struggle, as they fell to 1-8 after a 70-69 loss to Morehead State on Thursday. The Skyhawks were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Both teams scored 29 points in the 2nd half, and the game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>UT Martin's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 20 attempts, while their free-throw shooting was a mere 50% (11/22).</p> <p>Jerone Morton led the way with 18 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the floor and 66.7% from three. Tarence Guinyard added 17 points despite shooting 28.6%, and Matija Zuzic contributed 12 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>UT Martin's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Skyhawks' defense saw the other team hit 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws (62%). UT Martin limited the damage on the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Southern Indiana Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Southern Indiana edged out a 77-75 win over Tennessee State on Thursday, December 19th, bringing their season record to 4-5. The Screaming Eagles, who were -4.5 point favorites, won but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 40-39 at halftime, Southern Indiana outscored Tennessee State 38-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Southern Indiana's offense put up 77 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They connected on 8 of 22 three-point attempts, hitting 36.4% from deep, while making 21 of 31 free throws for a 67.7% success rate.</p> <p>Brandon Weston led the way with 33 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall. Aaron Nkrumah added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc, while Damoni Harrison knocked down 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 19 points.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. They held the other team to 42% shooting on two-point shots, as they went 16 for 38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern Indiana allowed 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they made 21, shooting 67%. Southern Indiana gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Max Scherzer will get the start for the Rangers (90-72, 50-31 home) as they host the Astros (90-72, 51-30 away) at Globe Life Field. The Astros will give the starting nod to Cristian Javier. Check out my prediction for game one of this AL West matchup between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros +110</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 8:03 ET on Wednesday, October 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>Over their last ten games on the road, Houston has a straight-up record of 8-2.</li><li>In their last ten games as the underdog, the Astros have put together a record of 8-2.</li><li>Over his last two starts, Cristian Javier has an ERA of just .00.</li></ul><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS TRYING TO CLOSE GAP IN AL WEST</h3><p>Entering game 163 of their season, the Astros are zero games out in the AL West and are in 2nd place. So far, their overall series record stands at 27-20-5. Houston's road winning percent is currently 63.0% (51-30) compared to 48.1% at home (39-42).</p><p><p>Cristian Javier has made 33 appearances this season, boasting a record of 10-5. His ERA stands at 4.56, while opponents are batting .226 against him. On the road, he is 6-3 with a 5.31 ERA, and 5-2 at home with an ERA of 4.39. Teams have a slugging percentage of .409 against him for the season thus far.</p></p><p>Cristian Javier earned the victory in the Astros' 9-1 triumph over the Twins, surrendering just one hit while not allowing a single run. The right-hander's impressive performance extended his streak of scoreless outings to three consecutive starts.</p><p>Having gone deep 11 times in their last ten games, the Astros are 8th in that span. At 5.1 runs per game, Houston is 5th in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .259 while hitting a total of 222 home runs (6th).</p><p>The Astros' offense has been led by Kyle Tucker this season. He is batting .284 with 112 RBIs and 29 home runs.</p><h3>WILL THE TEXAS RANGERS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Texas' record of 90-72 has them sitting 1st in the AL West. At home, the Rangers have won four straight series. Their overall home record is 50-31. Against the runline, the Rangers are 95-74 along with an over/under record of 87-75.</p><p><p>Max Scherzer has made 27 appearances so far this season, with a .401 slugging percentage allowed and a WHIP of 1.12. His overall record is 13-6, with an ERA of 3.77 and 174 strikeouts. He averages 10.26 Ks per nine innings, and his record on the road is 8-4 with an ERA of 4.71, while at home it's 5-2 with an ERA of 4.55.</p></p><p>Max Scherzer earned a victory in his most recent outing, as the Rangers defeated the Blue Jays 6-3. The veteran pitcher gave up just three hits and no runs over seven innings of work.</p><p>As a team, Texas has scuffled at the plate over their last ten games, with a combined batting average of just .168. Compared to other teams, this is just 26th in that span. When looking at the team's power numbers, they have a season-long slugging percentage of .452% while going deep a total of 233 times (3rd). Overall, the Rangers are 3rd in the MLB at 5.4 runs per contest.</p><p>Leody Taveras has been on fire lately for the Rangers, racking up hits at a .750 clip over the last five games. This season, Taveras is batting .266 with 67 RBIs to his name.</p>

Houston Astros vs Texas Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/18/23

Randal Grichuk and the Toronto Blue Jays will play host to their division rival Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre. Mid-Atlantic Sports Network will broadcast the matchup and the first pitch will be at 7:07 p.m. ET.
<h2>Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays Odds</h2>
Baltimore (+155) is entering this game as the underdog to Toronto (-165) and oddsmakers have the Over/Under for this night game at 10 runs (-115 for the over and -105 for the under). There's a runline of Orioles +1.5 (-140) and Blue Jays -1.5 (+120) for this matchup.

The Blue Jays are 64-94 straight up (SU) and 78-79 against the spread (ATS). The team's lost 14.7 units for bettors taking the moneyline and 6.3 units ATS. The Orioles, on the other hand, are 52-106 SU and have gone 66-91 against the spread. They're down 22.3 units for moneyline bettors and 31.6 units ATS.

Toronto games have had an over/under record of 73-75-9 in 2019. The Orioles have been a decent over bet with a total record of 80-65-12.

Gabriel Ynoa will get the start for the visiting Orioles. The right-handed Ynoa (1-9, 5.65 ERA) has recorded 62 strikeouts in 106.2 innings so far. He's 0-2 with four strikeouts and a 4.40 ERA against Toronto this year (two starts).

The Blue Jays will be sending righty Jacob Waguespack (4-5, 4.75 ERA) to the mound. Waguespack has 58 strikeouts and 27 walks to his credit as well as a 1.36 WHIP. Waguespack hasn't faced the Orioles yet this year and did not pitch in the majors in 2018.

As a unit, Toronto’s pitchers have allowed 5.2 runs per game overall this year. Its starting pitching staff has an ERA of 5.36, a WHIP of 1.50 and a strikeouts-per-nine of 7.5. The bullpen has a 4.35 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 9.0 K/9. In 72 divisional games, Blue Jays starters have an ERA of 5.76 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.61.

The Toronto hitters are putting up 4.5 runs per outing, including 5.0 per game against divisional foes and 4.8 per game over their last five. The team has hit .219/.291/.433 over its last five matchups and is 2-3 SU during that stretch.

Randal Grichuk has helped lead the Blue Jays' offense this season with 31 home runs, 79 RBIs and 74 runs scored.

For the visitors, Baltimore’s pitching staff allowed 6.1 runs per game and its starters own a 5.63 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 7.03 K/9. The bullpen has managed an ERA of 5.85, along with a WHIP of 1.42 and a K/9 of 8.61.

Orioles hitters have slashed .247/.311/.415 on their way to 4.5 runs scored per game in 2019, including 4.3 runs per game against divisional foes and 6.8 per game over the team's last five contests (3-2 SU).

Trey Mancini has provided a spark to the Baltimore offense. Mancini is slashing .293/.363/.537 with 34 home runs, 94 RBIs and 103 runs scored.

The Orioles just took the previous game in the series by a final score of 11 runs to four.
<h3>Baltimore Orioles vs. Toronto Blue Jays Pick</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Blue Jays, ATS Winner – Orioles, O/U – OVER
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Betting Trends

The over has hit in five of Toronto’s last seven games.

Each team has swatted 19 home runs over its last 10 games.

The Orioles have a team OPS of .727 this season and an OPS of .719 when facing right-handed pitchers. The Blue Jays' OPS sits at .733 overall and .728 versus righties.

The Baltimore defense has coughed up three errors over the last five games, compared to zero errors for Toronto over its last five.

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Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays Free Pick 09/25/19

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Cardinal face off at 8:00 ET on BTN. The Cardinal are hosting the game at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. Oregon is favored by -5.5 in this non-conference contest against Stanford. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stanford Cardinal +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STANFORD CARDINAL:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Cardinal.</li><li>Not only will Stanford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Ducks Chances in San Jose</h3><p>Oregon improved to 10-1 on the season with a 79-61 win over Stephen F. Austin on Sunday. Playing at home, the Ducks were favored by 21.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 140, just over the 135.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon took control early, leading 37-23 at halftime. They scored 42 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 38, letting the Lumberjacks keep it closer than expected.</p><p>Oregon's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 79 points with a 51% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to hitting 60% of their two-point attempts (18/30) and 36.8% from beyond the arc (7/19). At the free-throw line, the Ducks connected on 22 of 32 attempts, good for 68.8%.</p> <p>Matt Hayman led the way with 17 points, while Brandon Angel added 15 on 4-of-5 shooting. Supreme Cook and Jadrian Tracey each chipped in 14 points, with Tracey hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Nate Bittle was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3, including 2-for-2 from three-point range, and added 3 assists.</p><p>Even though Oregon gave up 61 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ducks allowed 60% shooting, with their opponent hitting 18 of 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oregon's defense gave up 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 68%. Oregon allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Stanford Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford improved to 9-2 on the season with a 74-68 win over Merrimack on Tuesday. The Cardinal, who were -15.5 point favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Stanford led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 142, going over the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stanford put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, thanks in part to hitting 47.8% from three-point range, connecting on 11 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 32 points on 14 of 21 shooting, while Oziyah Sellers added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Jaylen Blakes was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 16 points.</p><p>Stanford's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 25 of 56 attempts. From two-point range, they allowed 14 made shots on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cardinal allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, with the opponent hitting 47% of their shots. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Stanford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Stanford Cardinal NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

A big battle in the AAC takes place on Tuesday night between Houston and Tulsa. The Cougars look to be one of the top teams in the country this season, but they have not been tested a whole lot on the young year. We’ll see if their second true road game brings some challenges in this matchup against the Golden Hurricane.

Houston is favored by eight points with a total of 126.5 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a>. The side has inched up a little, while the total has come down a couple of points from the opener of 128.5. You can catch the underdogs at +280 on the money line or lay a juicy favorite price at -350.

Let’s take a look at this one and see what we can find for a side or total play.
<h3><strong><u>Houston</u></strong><strong><u> Cougars</u></strong></h3>
Kelvin Sampson’s team is off to a 7-0 start that includes a win over Texas Tech and a win over a common opponent in South Carolina. To this point, though, Houston only has that one Quadrant 1 win and a couple of Quad 2 wins over Boise State at home and UCF on the road. Little road trips such as this are certainly interesting this season, as players are mostly confined to their rooms on the road and aren’t able to let off much steam because of COVID protocols.

The Cougars have won all but one of their seven games by 10 points, but are still only 5-2 against the spread. The first game against Lamar wound up not being posted across the market, but if it was at your sportsbook of choice, they covered with a 44-point win, so we’ll count that one, too.

Offensively, Houston has not shot the ball well. They are below 32% from distance and sit at just 48.2% on two-point shots. They are, however, at nearly 75% from the free throw line and rank sixth in the nation in OReb% at 40.1%. Second-chance points have assisted the offense tremendously, as they are shooting 64% near the rim. They are only shooting 35% on long twos and 31.9% from 3.

In other words, Houston has to be able to get to the rim and also get back a high percentage of misses to have offensive success. The Cougars struggled to do both against UCF last time out and were forced to win with defense, holding UCF to .853 points per possession.

The defense has been a great fallback this season. No opponent has managed more than .952 PPP and Texas Tech was even held to .801 in the 64-53 win. Houston fouls a lot, but opponents have not taken advantage, shooting just 63% from the free throw line. They could see some regression in that department that could be hurtful in terms of covering spreads. Houston’s free throw rate against ranks 326th in the nation per Bart Torvik.
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<h3><strong><u>Tulsa</u></strong><strong><u> Golden Hurricane</u></strong></h3>
Tulsa is one up and one down in conference play. The win was a good one on the road at Memphis, as Tulsa held the Tigers to .709 points per possession. Tulsa has also had a couple of really poor defensively performances in losses to TCU and Wichita State with 1.103 and 1.095 PPP allowed in those two games.

Tulsa opponents are only shooting 55% from the free throw line. As a team, Tulsa is only shooting 58.8%. There must be something about the rims in all of the venues in which they have played. Opponents are only shooting 42.1% on two-point shots, while Tulsa is shooting 54.9% as a team. They’ve also done an excellent job forcing turnovers with a 24.5% TO% on defense.

This is a Tulsa team that has been a bit inconsistent thus far. They had good offensive performances in the losses to TCU and Wichita State, but have also had some real clunkers. Defensively, they had the outlier performance against Memphis, but otherwise have been up and down.

You would expect to see that with a young team, but upperclassmen play the majority of the minutes. Sophomore Keyshawn Embery-Simpson plays about 60% of the minutes as a transfer from Arkansas, but he’s 26% from three and 8-of-17 from the line. The smart thing for Tulsa would be to get senior Darien Jackson in the offense more. He’s 19-of-25 on twos, but his usage rate is below 15%. He was a 59% shooter on twos last season.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
The low-scoring expectation makes sense here, as these two teams are among the slowest in tempo in the nation. However, there could be a lot of free throws in this game. AAC officials seem to be pretty whistle-happy and both teams have some regression signs in that department. Tulsa should get better at shooting them and their opponents should also get better at shooting them.

Houston’s opponents won’t keep shooting as poorly as they have. Tulsa has had some issues on the defensive rebounding end, which could lead to some easy buckets for the Cougars.

I’ll go against the grain and look for an over here, as Houston’s defense should be in line for a bit of regression and this profiles as a game with a lot of free throws.
<h4><strong>Pick: Over 126.5</strong></h4>
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<p>Planning on watching today's Dukes and Ramblers game? Catch the action at Joseph J. Gentile Arena in Chicago, IL, as the Ramblers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on CBSS. In this Atlantic 10 matchup, the Dukes are the betting favorite against the Ramblers. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>DUQUESNE DUKES VS LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Chicago Ramblers +1</p><p>This game will be played at Joseph J. Gentile Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-70 in favor of the Ramblers.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Chicago pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Dukes Win on the Road?</h3><p>Heading into today's matchup, Duquesne is favored by 1 point and have an overall record of 9-4. So far, they have gone 7-1 at home and 1-3 on the road.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Dukes faced off against Massachusetts and lost by a score of 80-61. Over their last ten road games, Duquesne is just 3-7.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Duquesne has gone just 3-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Dukes are just 3-7 ATS. On the road this year, Duquesne has an ATS mark of 1-3 and over their last 10 road games, they are 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Duquesne games is 5-7, and today's line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (147.6). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points, and over their last 10 games, the average is 142 points.</p><p>The Duquesne offense is coming off a game where they scored 61 points against Massachusetts. They posted a field goal percentage of 36.2% and connected on 6 threes. The team's top scorer is Dae Dae Grant, who enters today's matchup with an average of 19, while Jimmy Clark III also carries a PPG average of 16.5 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Dukes' defense is ranked 105th in the country at 69.0 points per contest. In today's game vs. Loyola Chicago, the Duquesne defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Duquesne made 24 free-throws vs. the Dukes.</p><h3>Can the Ramblers Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago comes into today's game as the underdog, with a point spread of +1. So far this season, they have an overall record of 9-5 and have won their last three games.</p>

<p>At home, the Ramblers are 6-3 and have an average scoring margin of +7.6 points per game. In their last game, they took on Saint Louis and came away with an 80-73 victory.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Loyola Chicago's ATS record is 2-3, and their overall ATS mark is 5-8. At home, the Ramblers are 3-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Loyola Chicago is 4-6 ATS.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Loyola Chicago games is 4-8-1, and today's over/under line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (143.1). So far, 8 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 130 points compared to their season average of 138.9 points per game.</p><p>Loyola Chicago's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 80 points against Saint Louis. They had an overall field goal percentage of 50.9% and made 14/23 free throws. Des Watson was the leading scorer for the Ramblers, putting up 24 points. In addition, Braden Norris contributed 10 points.</p><p>The Ramblers' defense is presently ranked 84th nationally, allowing an average of 67.1 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Loyola Chicago's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 37.2% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.4% this season.</p>

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