<p>Chris Buescher’s (+1800) momentum continued at Michigan, where he scored his second consecutive, leading Joe Gibbs Racing’s Martin Truex Jr. and Denny Hamlin (+1800) in second and third. However, over the next two races, the Cup Series regulars and oval specialists will fall back in the field, with the road course specialists and one-shot ringers with Championship pedigree emerging as the betting favorites, starting at Indy.</p>



<p>BangtheBook has divided our Verizon 200 at the Brickyard betting preview into two sections: one focusing on the NASCAR Cup Series regulars who excel on road circuits and the second focusing on the road course specialists and Champions joining the grid at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s Road Course.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-nascar-cup-series-road-course-specialists">The NASCAR Cup Series Road Course Specialists</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tyler-reddick-550">Tyler Reddick (+550)</h3>



<p>Despite some of his finishing positions, Tyler Reddick shines on road circuits, having won on Indy’s Road Course in 2022 and Circuit of the Americas (CoTA) earlier this season.</p>



<p>Reddick has four stage wins, six top-five, and nine top-ten finishes this season, his last being a second-place finish at Pocono.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-j-allmendinger-1800">A.J. Allmendinger (+1800)</h3>



<p>AJ Allmendinger’s success in open-wheel racing translated over to both the Xfinity and Cup Series, having won on both Series at Indy’s Road Course, including the Cup Series inaugural race in 2021.</p>



<p>While Allmendinger usually shines on road circuits, the 2023 Cup Series has been an exception, with his best road course finish being sixth at Sonoma.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-martin-truex-jr-425">Martin Truex Jr. (+425)</h3>



<p>Joe Gibbs Racing’s Martin Truex Jr. is the current NASCAR Cup Series Drivers Championship, adding to his lead, scoring two stage wins alongside his second place at Michigan.</p>



<p>Truex Jr. has eight top-ten finishes in the last ten races - including two wins and six top-three finishes - and three wins and 13 top-ten finishes on the season.</p>



<p>Of those three wins, it’s Truex’s win at Sonoma that should have him among the contenders to win on any road circuit.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-william-byron">William Byron</h3>



<p>Hendrick Motorsports’ William Byron’s odds were not available as of publication. However, Byron has looked strong at different points on NASCAR’s three road circuit visits this season, finishing in the top-15 in all three and fifth place at CoTA as his best finish.</p>



<p>Byron is currently third in the Drivers standings and has four race wins, eight top-five, and 11 top-ten finishes this season. However, Byron hasn’t finished in the top ten since his win in Atlanta.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-kyle-busch-1200">Kyle Busch (+1200)</h3>



<p>It doesn’t matter the track because Kyle Busch usually finds a way. Busch has three race wins, eight top-five, and 13 top-ten finishes this season. Busch has finished in the top five in all three road circuit races in 2023, including two second-place finishes at CoTA and Sonoma.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-road-course-ringers">The Road Course Ringers</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-shane-van-gisbergen-800">Shane van Gisbergen (+800)</h3>



<p>Shane van Gisbergen is among the betting favorites heading into Indy this weekend, having stolen the spotlight in Chicago and winning the Grant Park 220 on his NASCAR Cup Series debut.</p>



<p>Three-time Supercars Champion van Giasbergen has 80 career wins, 174 podiums, and 48 pole positions in Supercars, but has to be among your picks to win at Indy, having shown the Cup Series regulars there are levels to road course racing in Chicago.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-brodie-kostecki-2500">Brodie Kostecki (+2500)</h3>



<p>Brodie Kostecki comes from the Supercars Series that gave NASCAR van Gisbergen but without the championship success. Kostecki has two race wins, 15 podiums, and four pole positions in 82 Supercar races - road course experience that should have him challenging for the top five and potentially a shock race win.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-jenson-button-10000">Jenson Button (+10000)</h3>



<p>2009 Formula 1 World Champion and one of NASCAR’s Project 56 24 Hours of Le Mans drivers, Jenson Button, hasn’t had great success in his two Cup Series runs, with his best finish being 18th at CoTA. While unlikely to win, Button could break into the top ten.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-kamui-kobayashi-3300">Kamui Kobayashi (+3300)</h3>



<p>With experience in Formula 1, Formula E, and Japanese Super Formula, two-time World Endurance Championship Drivers’ Champion and 2021 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, Kamui Kobayashi has a road circuit resume that strongly competes with Button and van Gisbergen.</p>



<p>Kobayashi could be a long shot whose road-circuit success could translate into a race win or top-ten finish on NASCAR debut.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-verizon-200-at-the-brickyard-betting-pick">Verizon 200 at the Brickyard Betting Pick</h2>



<p>BangtheBook is taking Shane van Gisbergen to win, with Busch, Byron, Truex Jr., and Reddick to round out our top five.</p>



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NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Brickyard Betting Preview

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-119) will host the Denver Nuggets (+100) in a non-conference matchup. Miami (-1.5) is currently 8th in the Eastern Conference and has lost two straight games. Denver (24-16) is 4th in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Northwest Division.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami and will be televised on ALT.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-129 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Denver Stun the Crowd at Kaseya Center?</h3><p>The Nuggets fell to 24-16 on the season after a 128-108 home loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. Denver entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 20 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early, outscoring Denver 41-25 in the 2nd quarter. The Nuggets couldn’t recover, trailing 102-81 going into the 4th. The teams played evenly in the 2nd half, with Denver edging Houston 27-26 in the 4th. The total points of 236.5 exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 11.5 points.</p><p>In their 128-108 loss to the Rockets, the Nuggets shot 53.3% from the field and hit 14 threes at a 48.3% clip. Christian Braun and Jamal Murray each scored 22 points, with Braun shooting 90.9% from the floor.</p> <p>Murray connected on 4 threes, hitting 80% from deep, while Russell Westbrook added 17 points, making 3 threes at 60%. Braun and Murray both scored 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 41 points, which contributed to their 128-108 loss to the Rockets. Overall, Denver allowed Houston to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>The Nuggets also had trouble defending the three, as the Rockets hit 17 threes on 44% shooting. Denver sent Houston to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws. The Nuggets recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can Miami Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Heat fell to 20-19 on the season after a 117-108 road loss to the Lakers on Wednesday. Miami, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 225 points exceeded the O/U line of 214.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>Miami looked strong early, going on a 10-0 run to take a 49-41 lead and outscoring the Lakers 28-20 in the 2nd quarter. However, the Heat struggled in the 2nd half, getting outscored 29-19 in the 3rd and 34-23 in the 4th after leading 85-83 going into the final period.</p><p>Tyler Herro's 34 points and 7 threes highlighted the Heat's offensive effort in their 117-108 loss to the Lakers, as he shot 58.3% from deep and 66.7% overall. Miami connected on 16 threes at a 44.4% clip, finishing with a 53.4% field goal percentage.</p> <p>Haywood Highsmith and Nikola Jovic each added 12 points, with Jovic also dishing out 8 assists. Herro scored 16 points in the 1st quarter, while Highsmith added 7 in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Lakers to 20 points, but they gave up 34 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, leading to a 117-108 loss. Miami allowed the Lakers to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat gave up 13 threes on 38% shooting. They sent the Lakers to the line 14 times, where they hit 10 free throws. Miami finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Betting on today's Crimson Tide and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under for this game is set at 178.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -2.5 vs. Alabama in a Southeastern conference matchup.</p><h3>ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kentucky Wildcats -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rupp Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENTUCKY WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 178.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Alabama Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Alabama Crimson Tide Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Alabama dropped to 14-3 on the season after a 74-64 home loss to Ole Miss on Tuesday. The Crimson Tide, who were -12 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Alabama led 36-32 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 162.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Alabama's offense put up 64 points, shooting 42.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 20 attempts for a 25% success rate, resulting in an effective field goal percentage of 46.8%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 19 of 26 attempts, good for 73.1%.</p> <p>Malik Dia was a force inside, scoring 23 points and grabbing 19 rebounds, shooting 52.4% from the field despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts. Aden Holloway was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots, including 1 of 2 from deep, finishing with 15 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Alabama's defense gave up 74 points, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama's defense held the other team to 5 made threes on 20 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 19, shooting 73%. Alabama gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Kentucky Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Kentucky improved to 14-3 with an 81-69 win over Texas A&M on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -7 favorites and covered the spread in the home victory.</p> <p>Leading 35-32 at halftime, Kentucky scored 46 points in the 2nd half while holding Texas A&M to 37. The game’s total points of 150 fell short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p><p>Kentucky put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a strong 60% shooting inside the arc, connecting on 15 of 25 two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wildcats shot 77.4%, making 24 of 31 attempts, and they grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Jaxson Robinson led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 5 threes, while Zhuric Phelps added 21 points, despite shooting just 2 of 9 from deep.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they gave up 69 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. The Wildcats struggled to contain shots inside, with the opposing team hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, going 15/25.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws at a 77% rate. Kentucky allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Jayhawks game? Catch the action at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS, as the Jayhawks hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on CBS. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Kansas being favored by -15.5 at home against Kansas State.</p><h3>KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like Kansas State at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Wildcats Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Kansas State fell to 7-9 on the season after a 61-57 home loss to Texas Tech on Tuesday. The Wildcats were +6.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 33-31 at halftime, Kansas State scored just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 118 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Kansas State's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 57 points while shooting 36.5% from the field. They connected on 9 of 30 three-point attempts, hitting 30% from beyond the arc, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 46.2%.</p> <p>Elijah Hawkins contributed 14 points and 9 assists, shooting 54.5% overall and 50% from three-point range. Darrion Williams led the team with 16 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 50% from deep.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's strong defensive effort, they couldn't come away with the win, allowing 61 points on 36% shooting from the field. They managed to limit their opponent's two-point shooting to 45%, with just 10 made baskets inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Kansas State gave up 9 threes on 30 attempts, a 30% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10 for 83%. On the boards, Kansas State allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Jayhawks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Kansas Jayhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas fell to 12-4 on the season after a 74-57 road loss to Iowa State on Wednesday. The Jayhawks entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Kansas trailed 40-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 27 points while allowing 34.</p><p>In their last game, Kansas managed just 57 points, shooting 40.7% from the field and 31.2% from beyond the arc. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 11 attempts for a 36.4% rate.</p> <p>Curtis Jones was a standout, scoring 25 points and hitting 5 of 6 threes, while Zeke Mayo and Dishon Jackson each added 17 points. Jones also contributed 6 rebounds in 36 minutes of play.</p><p>Despite Kansas holding their opponent to 40% shooting, the Jayhawks gave up 74 points. They did well inside, limiting two-point shots to 34% (16/46), but struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent hit 61% (8/13).</p> <p>Kansas also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 72% (18/25). The Jayhawks allowed 13 offensive rebounds in this game.</p>

Kansas State Wildcats vs Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Bulldogs and Keydets are set to face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Keydets will host the game at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. Citadel is favored by -1 in this Southern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 136.5 points.</p><h3>CITADEL BULLDOGS VS VMI KEYDETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VMI Keydets +1</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VMI KEYDETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Keydets.</li><li>Not only will VMI pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Bulldogs Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs dropped to 1-11 on the season after a 70-57 loss to UNCG on Wednesday. Citadel, who were +16.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread in the loss.</p> 

<p>Citadel trailed 34-29 at halftime and were outscored 36-28 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>In their recent game, the Citadel Bulldogs managed just 57 points, shooting 41.2% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 53.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Brody Fox led the way with 21 points, while Donovan Atwell added 19, connecting on 5 of 9 threes. Joryam Saizonou contributed 16 points and dished out 10 assists, and Demetrius Davis grabbed 9 rebounds to go with his 14 points.</p><p>Despite the Citadel Bulldogs' defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 70 points. The Bulldogs allowed 43% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 21 of 48 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs gave up 12 threes on 26 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 16 for 84%.</p><h3>Are VMI Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>VMI improved to 3-11 on the season with a 66-50 win over Western Carolina on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Keydets were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 116 fell well short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>VMI led 29-28 at halftime but took control in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 37-22 to seal the win.</p><p>VMI's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.3% overall and 33.3% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.1%, and they connected on only 38.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Despite their shooting woes, the Keydets excelled at the free-throw line, making 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% success rate. Four players shared the team-high with 14 points, including Augustinas Kiudulas, Tan Yildizoglu, Rickey Bradley Jr., and Bernard Pelote.</p><p>VMI's defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 35% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 8 of 21 attempts for 38%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VMI allowed 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% success rate. They sent the opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 20 for 95%. VMI also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Citadel Bulldogs vs VMI Keydets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Knights game? Catch the action at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL, as the Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on CBSS. Houston come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -11.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON COUGARS VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will UCF pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Orlando Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Houston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars improved to 13-3 on the season with a 70-54 win over the Mountaineers on Wednesday. Houston was favored by 16 points going into the game, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread.</p> 

<p>Houston led 40-27 at halftime and outscored West Virginia 30-27 in the second half. The total points for the game were 124, just under the O/U line of 124.5.</p><p>Houston's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.8%. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while shooting 56% on two-pointers.</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 22 points on 10 of 13 shooting, while L.J. Cryer added 18 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Amani Hansberry contributed 16 points, making 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Houston's strong defensive reputation, they allowed 54 points on 49% shooting from the field in their previous game. The opposing team shot 56% from two-point range, hitting 14 of their 25 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition connected on 11 of 26 threes, good for 42%. They also went to the free-throw line 12 times, making 9 of those attempts. Houston gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will UCF Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>UCF Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCF improved to 12-4 on the season with a 95-89 road win over Arizona State on Tuesday. The Knights entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UCF led 49-47 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half while holding Arizona State to 42. The game’s total points of 184 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>UCF's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, knocking down 12 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81% of their attempts, going 17-for-21.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 40 points and 6 assists, shooting 72.2% overall and 66.7% from three. BJ Freeman added 26 points, hitting 5 of 6 from deep, while Jayden Quaintance contributed 20 points on 72.7% shooting. UCF also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>UCF's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 54% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCF's defense gave up 12 threes on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17 free throws.</p>

Houston Cougars vs UCF Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Musketeers and Golden Eagles are set to face off at 2:00 ET on FOX. The Golden Eagles will host the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and Marquette is favored by -9.5 vs. Xavier in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>XAVIER MUSKETEERS VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Marquette winning straight-up, we like Xavier at +9.5.</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>Does Xavier Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Musketeers improved to 11-7 on the season with a 69-63 win over Villanova on Tuesday. Xavier, who were -3 favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Xavier rallied in the 2nd half, outscoring Villanova 45-31 after trailing 32-24 at halftime.</p><p>In their latest game, Xavier put up 69 points, shooting 40.8% from the field. They connected on 10 of 25 three-point attempts, hitting 40% from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 51%.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 34 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 60% from three, hitting 6 of 10 attempts. The Musketeers also got 18 points each from Eric Dixon and Jordan Longino, with both players making 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold off their opponent, who scored 63 points on 40% shooting. The Musketeers allowed 20 field goals, with 10 coming from beyond the arc, where their opponent shot 40%.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Xavier's opponent went 19/26, hitting 73% of their attempts. The Musketeers gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Golden Eagles Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 15-2 on the season with an 85-83 win over DePaul on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles were -13 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 168, going over the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Marquette trailed 40-39 at halftime but managed to outscore DePaul 28-27 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Marquette's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 35.1% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 37 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.9%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, shooting just 58.3%.</p> <p>David Joplin led the way with 30 points, knocking down 7 threes at a 53.8% clip. Isaiah Rivera was also hot from deep, hitting 6 of 8 threes and finishing with 20 points in just 16 minutes. Kam Jones contributed 18 points and dished out 11 assists, despite shooting just 1 of 10 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Marquette's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 21 of 32 two-point attempts, a 65% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marquette's opponents shot 37%, making 12 of 32 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Marquette gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Xavier Musketeers vs Marquette Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Tigers and Bulldogs are set to face off at 1:00 ET on SECN. The Bulldogs will host the game at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA. Auburn is favored by -6.5 in this Southeastern conference matchup the against Georgia. The over/under for the game is set at 145.5 points.</p><h3>AUBURN TIGERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Georgia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Auburn Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Auburn Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 16-1 on the season with an 88-66 win over Mississippi State on Tuesday, January 14th. Auburn, playing at home, entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Auburn led 46-27 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The game’s total points of 154 exceeded the over/under line of 150.5.</p><p>Auburn's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 88 points with a 55% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, thanks to 63.9% shooting on two-point attempts and 41.7% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 80% of their free throws, going 12-for-15 at the line.</p> <p>Chad Baker-Mazara led the way with 20 points, hitting 8 of 11 shots, including 3 of 5 from deep. Chaney Johnson and Josh Hubbard each added 17 points, with Johnson shooting 7-for-10 and Hubbard struggling at 2-for-12, including 2-for-10 from three-point range. Miles Kelly and RJ Melendez both grabbed 10 rebounds, with Kelly also hitting 3 of 5 from three.</p><p>Despite Auburn's defensive struggles, giving up 66 points on 55% shooting, they managed to hold the opposing team to just 12 free-throw attempts, with 15 total trips to the line. Auburn also limited second-chance opportunities, allowing only 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia fell to 14-3 on the season after a 74-56 road loss to Tennessee on Wednesday. Entering the game as +12 underdogs, the Bulldogs not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, just under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Georgia led 26-25 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 49 points while scoring just 30. The Bulldogs will need to regroup after this tough loss.</p><p>Georgia struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points while shooting 37.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.4%, and they hit only 28.6% of their threes, going 6-for-21 from beyond the arc. They did well at the free-throw line, making 10 of 12 attempts for an 83.3% rate.</p> <p>Jordan Gainey led the Bulldogs with 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Zakai Zeigler added 16 points and 7 assists, hitting 4 of 8 threes. Silas Demary Jr. was also effective from deep, connecting on 4 of 7 three-point attempts.</p><p>Georgia's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 20 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia's defense held their opponents to 8 made threes on 27 attempts, a 29% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 10 times, where they made all their free throws. Georgia allowed 18 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Owls and Red Wolves game? Catch the action at Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas, as the Red Wolves hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloH. The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Arkansas State is favored by -7.5 against Rice in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>RICE OWLS VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rice Owls +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Baha Mar Convention Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RICE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Red Wolves.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas State winning straight-up, we like Rice at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Rice Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Rice Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Owls dropped a 68-63 decision to Hofstra on Friday, November 29th. Rice was a +1.5 underdog going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 131, just under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Rice trailed 31-28 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing only 25 points. However, they managed just 28 points themselves, falling short of a comeback.</p><p>Rice struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.9% from the field and 31.7% on two-point attempts. They connected on 38.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 21 from beyond the arc, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 40.3%.</p> <p>Cruz Davis led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 50% overall, though he missed all three of his three-point attempts. Trae Broadnax added 16 points, while Kellen Amos contributed 13 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Rice's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 13/41, or 31%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rice allowed 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. Their opponent also went 13/20 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Does Arkansas State Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Arkansas State picked up an 86-81 road win over Indiana State on Friday, November 29th. The Red Wolves were favored by 9.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 167, surpassing the O/U line of 157.</p> <p>Arkansas State led 46-35 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. Despite the win, their defense will need to tighten up moving forward.</p><p>Jaden Daughtry's near-perfect 10-for-11 shooting performance helped Arkansas State score 86 points in their last game, with Daughtry finishing with 21 points in just 20 minutes. Derrian Ford added 18 points, hitting 3 of 8 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>As a team, the Red Wolves shot 45.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.9%. They connected on 34.6% of their three-point attempts (9/26) and went 15-for-22 from the free-throw line. Arkansas State also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists in the win.</p><p>Defensively, Arkansas State gave up 81 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. The Red Wolves allowed 19 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 54% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arkansas State's defense held their opponents to 28% shooting, with 9 threes made on 32 attempts. The Red Wolves also sent their opponents to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 80% rate. Arkansas State allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Beavers and Dons game? Catch the action at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA, as the Dons hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have San Francisco as the -2.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Dons -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO DONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Not only will San Francisco pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Oregon State?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 13-5 on the season with a 97-89 win over Gonzaga on Thursday. The Beavers were +9 point underdogs but pulled off the upset at home.</p> <p>Oregon State led 46-45 at halftime and kept things tight in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 186 went well over the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 97 points while shooting 58.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 64.2%, with strong performances inside the arc, hitting 64.1% of their two-point attempts. They also connected on 42.9% of their threes, going 6-for-14 from deep.</p> <p>The Beavers were aggressive at the free-throw line, making 29 of 37 attempts for a 78.4% success rate. Michael Rataj led the way with 29 points, while Graham Ike added 26. Nate Kingz chipped in 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Oregon State's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 25 of 39 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's opponents shot 42%, making 6 of 14 three-pointers. They also sent them to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 29 free throws at a 78% rate.</p><h3>Can San Francisco Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 14-5 on the season with an 80-63 win over Pepperdine on Thursday. San Francisco, who entered the game as -6.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 48-36 at halftime and held Pepperdine to 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The total points for the game were 143, which was under the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>San Francisco put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 52.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.4%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 74.1% of their two-point attempts, while going 10-for-30 (33.3%) from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Malik Thomas led the Dons with 20 points, and Boubacar Coulibaly added 17, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Marcus Williams contributed 16 points, and the team dished out 17 assists overall.</p><p>San Francisco's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 41% shooting from the field, with the Dons giving up 21 two-point baskets on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 14 attempts, a 14% shooting performance. The Dons also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts, shooting 65%.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs San Francisco Dons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bulldogs and Redbirds. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Redbirds at CEFCU Arena in Normal, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The Bulldogs come into this Missouri Valley conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>DRAKE BULLDOGS VS ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at CEFCU Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Redbirds.</li><li>Not only will Illinois State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Drake Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Drake comes into this game as a 7.5-point favorite, and they have been the favorite in 15 of their 17 games this season. They have gone 12-3 in those games, and they are 14-3 overall.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bulldogs have gone 3-3 this season, and their average scoring margin is -0.5 points per game. Over their last 10 road games, they are 5-5.</p><p>Against the spread, Drake is currently sitting at .500 with an 8-8 record. As the favorite, the Bulldogs are 7-8 vs. the spread this season. On the road, Drake has gone 2-4 ATS this year and over their last 10 road games, they have a mark of 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Drake's over/under record this season sits at 8-8 and today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (145.8). So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 150 points compared to their season average of 146.9 points per game.</p><p>The Drake offense is coming off a game where they scored 76 points against Southern Illinois. They posted a field goal percentage of 56.4% and connected on 5 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Tucker DeVries who comes into today's matchup averaging 20.4. Atin Wright also heads into the game with a PPG average of 14.9.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Drake defense is giving up an average of 68.5 points per contest. Drake's three-point defense is currently 126th in the country at 7.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 43.7% of their shots vs. Drake.</p><h3>Will the Redbirds Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Illinois State enters this game as a 7.5-point underdog, and they are 2-6 this season when they are the underdog. They are looking to snap a five-game losing streak, and they are 8-9 overall this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Redbirds are 6-3 this season, and they are 7-3 in their last 10 games at home. They are coming off a 59-50 loss to Valparaiso, and they are 2-3 in their last five home games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Illinois State has gone just 2-6 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS mark is 6-10. At home, the Redbirds have an ATS record of 5-4. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Illinois State is just 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>Illinois State's over/under record for the season is 8-8 and today's line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (141.1). So far, 9 of their games have had higher scoring totals than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 123 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Illinois State offense concluded with only 50 points against Valparaiso. Throughout the game, they made 1/18 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 32.2%. Leading the team in scoring was Myles Foster with 9 points. Darius Burford also added 9 points for the Redbirds.</p><p>The Redbirds' defense is presently ranked 91st nationally, allowing an average of 68.6 points per contest. Illinois State's three-point defense is currently 119th in the country at 6.9 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.2% of their shots vs. Illinois State.</p>

Drake Bulldogs vs Illinois State Redbirds Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/24

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<p>Thursday's forecast in Anaheim calls for scattered clouds and temperatures in the mid 80s. First pitch from Angel Stadium is set for 9:38 PM ET. RSNW will be televising this one, and the Mariners are the favorites on the money line (-165).</p>

<p>Seattle comes in with a record of 51-43 and is currently on a two-game winning streak. The Angels are 4th in the AL West at 38-54 and will be sending Jack Kochanowicz to the mound vs. Luis Castillo for the Mariners.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels Moneyline +140</p><p>This game will be played at Angel Stadium of Anaheim at 9:38 ET on Thursday, July 11th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS ANGELS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Angels winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Angels to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Padres, the Mariners closed out the series with a 2-0 win. Seattle was the +123 underdog on the money line. It was a big game for Bryce Miller, as he picked up the win and didn't give up a run. He only had one strikeout in the outing but issued just one walk. The Mariners also got a good start from Andrés Muñoz, who picked up the save and struck out three in his inning of work.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Mariners only had four hits but scored two runs. They got on the board with a run in the 2nd inning and added another run in the 4th. Both of their runs were scored by players who went 1 for 3.</p><p>Seattle is on the road today vs. the Angels, and they lead the AL West by 2 games, with an overall record of 51-43. The Mariners have been good against other teams in the AL West, going 17-5 in divisional games. They have won two straight games, and this came after dropping four in a row.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners are 30-18 this season, and they have gone 21-25 on the road. As the favorite, Seattle is 32-24 and 19-19 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Mariners are an even 14-14-2 and have lost three straight series at home.</p><p>Seattle is 21-25 against the run line on the road this season, and the Mariners are 3-0 against the run line in their last three road games. Their average run margin on the road is -0.4, and they have an overall run line record of 43-51 this season. The Mariners have been the favorite in 56 games this season and are 22-34 against the run line in those contests. In their wins, they have an average run margin of 3.0, while their average run margin in losses is -3.3.</p><p>Seattle's over/under record this season is 39-50, and they've played to an average of 8 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Mariners are 8-2. In 84.4% of their games this season, the over/under line has been set at 8 runs or lower.</p><p>Seattle is sending Luis Castillo to the mound today vs. the Angels, and he comes into the game with a record of 7-9 and an ERA of 3.72. So far this season, he has made 19 starts, and opponents are batting .232 off the right-hander. In his 19 appearances, Castillo has turned in 11 quality starts and is averaging 8.97 strikeouts per nine innings. Looking back at his recent outings, Castillo picked up the win in his last start, going 6 2/3 innings and giving up just one earned run. Before that, he had lost three straight starts.</p><p>Cal Raleigh has had a tough season at the plate for the Mariners, batting just .208, but he has gone 8/31 in his last eight games, including three homers. Raleigh's 17 home runs are 11th in the league and is the top mark on the team. Mitch Garver has also struggled with a batting average of just .174, but he does have 12 homers, which is 2nd on the team.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mariners are batting just .217, which is the worst mark in the league. Overall, they are 28th in the league in runs per game at 3.8. This is even worse at home, where they are averaging just 3.6 runs per contest.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>Zach Neto and the Angels's offense is coming off a big game to close out their series vs. the Rangers. Neto went 3/4 with a homer and three RBIs. The Angels really broke things open with a four-run 2nd inning. Los Angeles was the +111 underdog at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Griffin Canning got the start for the Angels, going 4 1/3 innings, and giving up just two runs on seven hits. He only had three strikeouts in the outing and took the win.</p><p>Los Angeles is 4th in the AL West with a record of 38-54, putting them 12 games behind the Mariners for the division lead. So far, they are just 9-12 in AL West matchups. The Angels have struggled at home this season, going 19-28, and they are just below .500 at 19-26 on the road.</p>

<p>The Angels lost two of three games in their series vs. the Rangers. This came after taking the first game of the series. Over their last ten games, the Angels are just 2-8, and they have dropped three straight series. As the underdog, the Angels are 34-47 compared to 4-7 when favored. Their overall series record is 8-20-2 this year.</p><p>While the Angels are 51-41 against the run line overall, they are just 3-8 as the favorite. They are 48-33 as the underdog, and their average run differential in those games is -0.9. They are 26-21 against the run line at home, and their average run differential in those games is -0.8. Their current run line win streak at home is at two games.</p><p>The Los Angeles Angels are at home today against the Seattle Mariners with the over/under line set at 8.5 runs. The Angels have played in 24 games with over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, and their record in those games is 21-19. Their average combined run average this season is 9.0 runs per game, and their overall over/under record is 46-43.</p><p>The Angels will be sending Jack Kochanowicz to the mound today against the Mariners. He's eager to kick off his season with a solid performance, marking his debut for the year.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into the game with the league's 11th best home run total, but they are just 24th in runs per game at 4.1. As a team, they are batting just .236, which is 14th in the MLB. However, they do have four players with at least 12 homers, including Taylor Ward, Logan O'Hoppe, Jo Adell, and Zach Neto.</p>

<p>Over his last eight games, Logan O'Hoppe is hitting .345 with two homers and four RBIs. For the season, he is batting .283 with a team-high 42 RBIs. Luis Rengifo has been the team's best overall hitter, batting .315 with six homers and 25 RBIs.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Panthers game? Catch the action at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ACCN. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Pittsburgh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 14-4 on the season with a 70-59 road win over Georgia Tech on Tuesday, January 14th. The Tigers entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 129 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Clemson matched Georgia Tech’s 34 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Clemson's offense put up 70 points, shooting 44.2% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16-for-20 from the line.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery led the way with 21 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three-point range and shooting 58.3% overall. Ian Schieffelin added 16 points and 6 assists, while Baye Ndongo contributed 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Clemson’s defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Tigers limited damage inside, allowing only 12 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, also at a 35% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson’s opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of their 20 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they managed 14 points, shooting 73% on 19 attempts.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Panthers Chances at Home</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-5 on the season after an 82-70 road loss to Florida State on Wednesday, January 15th. The Panthers, who were -3 favorites going into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Pittsburgh’s defense struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 54 points while scoring 47. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.5% overall, with a 37.1% mark on two-pointers. They connected on 38.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 21 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.6%.</p> <p>The Panthers were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 22 attempts for a 90.9% rate. Jamir Watkins led the team with 26 points and 8 rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 22 points and 5 assists. Malique Ewin contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, and Jorge Diaz Graham hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Despite shooting just 42% from the field, Pittsburgh’s opponent managed to score 82 points. They shot 48% on two-point attempts, making 18 of 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh’s defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 84%.</p>

Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Ramblers. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ramblers at Joseph J. Gentile Arena in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Loyola Chicago as the -18.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES VS LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Joseph J. Gentile Arena at 8:30 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Ramblers.</li><li>Even though we have Loyola Chicago winning straight-up, we like Eastern Michigan at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Eastern Michigan Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Eastern Michigan Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Eastern Michigan's perfect start to the season came to an end on Saturday with a 98-89 loss to Detroit. The Eagles, who were -7.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-25 at halftime, Eastern Michigan scored 52 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44 points, leading to a high-scoring game. The total points of 187 far exceeded the over/under line of 134.</p><p>Eastern Michigan put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 39.3% from three-point range, hitting 11 of 28 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.6%, and they connected on 81.5% of their free throws, going 22 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Christian Henry led the way with 28 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 50% from deep. Da'Sean Nelson added 24 points, hitting 58.3% of his shots, while Grant Gondrezick II contributed 22 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and from three-point range.</p><p>Eastern Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. They couldn't contain the inside game, as the opposing team hit 54% of their two-point attempts, going 17/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Michigan allowed 11 threes on 28 attempts, a 39% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Are the Ramblers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Loyola Chicago Ramblers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Ramblers improved to 5-0 this season with a dominant 89-53 win over Tulsa on Saturday. Loyola Chicago was favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 146.5 over/under line.</p> 

<p>After leading 42-27 at halftime, the Ramblers put up 47 points in the second half while holding Tulsa to just 26 points, showcasing their strong defense and balanced offense.</p><p>Loyola Chicago's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 53.2%. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 45.5% of their three-point attempts (10/22) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 61.3%.</p> <p>The Ramblers also dished out 27 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Des Watson led the way with 19 points, shooting 4/7 from three-point range, while Jayden Dawson added 15 points, knocking down 3/6 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 53 points, Loyola Chicago allowed their opponent to shoot 53% from the field, including 57% on two-point attempts. The Ramblers also gave up 10 threes, with their opponent shooting 45% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they hit 13 for 52%. The Ramblers also allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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