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<p>ABC will broadcast this week 17 NFC matchup between the Lions and 49ers, which kicks off at 8:15 ET. The Lions are favored on the road with a point spread of -3.5 and a money line of -196. The 49ers, the home team, have a money line of +164 and the over/under line is set at 50.5 points. The game is being played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.</p><h3>DETROIT LIONS VS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Levi's Stadium at 8:15 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 25 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Lions Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 13-2 record, the Lions sit atop our NFL power rankings and have a 76.3% chance of winning the NFC North. They bounced back from their week 15 loss to the Bills by beating the Bears 34-17 in week 16, covering the 6.5-point spread. The O/U line was 47.5, and the teams combined for 51 points.</p> <p>Detroit has an average scoring margin of +12.9 points per game and is 10-4-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 8-6-1, with the over hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Lions are 3rd in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in scoring, averaging 32.9 points per game, and are 2nd in passing yards per game (264.7) despite ranking 15th in pass attempts. Detroit also ranks 6th in rushing yards per game (143.9) on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Jared Goff has been on fire, posting a passer rating of 136 in week 16, with 336 yards and 3 touchdowns on 23/32 passing. He threw for 494 yards and 5 touchdowns in week 15 and had 283 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 14. Jameson Williams led the team in receiving in week 16, with 5 catches for 143 yards.</p><p>In their 34-17 win over the Bears, the Lions' defense gave up 323 passing yards on 26 completions. Chicago had a tough time running the ball, with just 59 yards on 17 attempts. Despite allowing 382 total yards, Detroit's defense limited the Bears to a 20% third-down conversion rate.<p></p>The Lions' defense recorded two sacks and had two more quarterback hits than the Bears. Chicago did find the endzone twice through the air, with the Lions allowing two passing touchdowns.</p><h3>Are The 49ers Going Win In At Upset At Levi's Stadium</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the 49ers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak, which includes a 29-17 loss to the Dolphins in week 16. San Francisco was favored by 1.5 points in that game but couldn’t get the win, dropping their record to 6-9. Despite their record, the 49ers rank 9th in our NFL power rankings, but their playoff chances are now at 0.0%.</p> <p>Against the spread, the 49ers are 5-10 this season, with an average scoring margin of -1.2 points per game. They are 5-8 ATS as favorites and 0-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points compared to an average line of 46.3.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the 49ers rank 16th in the NFL with 22.1 points per game and 8th in total yards, averaging 365.7 per contest. They are 21st in passing attempts but 7th in passing yards, with 235.7 per game. On the ground, they rank 13th in rushing attempts and 10th in rushing yards, averaging 130 per game. San Francisco is 10th in 3rd-down conversions and 7th in red zone attempts, but they sit 21st in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Brock Purdy threw for 313 yards (26/40) with 2 touchdowns and an interception in week 16 against Miami. George Kittle had 8 catches for 106 yards, and Purdy led the team in rushing with 26 yards on 4 carries. Before that, the 49ers scored just 6 points in week 15, with Purdy posting a passer rating of 45 against the Rams.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled to stop the run in their 29-17 loss to the Dolphins, giving up 166 yards on the ground across 30 attempts. They also allowed 215 passing yards, with Miami completing 64.7% of their passes. The 49ers' inability to generate pressure was evident, as they failed to record any sacks and finished with a -5 differential in quarterback hits.</p><p></p><p>Despite their struggles, the 49ers did manage to hold Miami to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down. Overall, the defense had a tough time slowing down the Dolphins' offense, as they allowed 381 total yards in the game.</p>

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Akron Zips vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Western Michigan Broncos vs Michigan State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Siena Saints vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

New Orleans Privateers vs Vanderbilt Commodores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Alabama State Hornets vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

New Hampshire Wildcats vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Columbia Lions vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Southern Jaguars vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trailblazers and Golden Panthers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Panthers at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and FIU is favored by -5.5 at home against Utah Tech.</p><h3>UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Utah Tech as Away Dogs</h3><p>Utah Tech picked up a 92-87 home win over South Dakota on Thursday, improving to 2-10 for the season. The Trailblazers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Trailing 42-39 at halftime, Utah Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 179, going over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>Utah Tech put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.5%, and they added 13 offensive rebounds and 21 assists.</p> <p>Kaleb Stewart led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 60% from deep. Noa Gonsalves hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, while Beon Riley contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's opponent connected on 13 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 44%. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Utah Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>FIU improved to 3-7 on the season with a 75-69 road win over the Jaguars on Saturday. Despite being favored by 7.5 points, the Golden Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FIU’s defense stepped up in the second half, allowing just 26 points after giving up 43 in the first half. The Golden Panthers scored 47 points after halftime to complete the comeback.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, thanks in large part to hitting 53.3% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 15 attempts. They also shot 77.8% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 27 shots.</p> <p>Jarvis Walker led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes and adding 6 assists. Dashon Gittens, Paul Zilinskas, and Asim Jones each contributed 15 points, with Gittens shooting 75% from deep. FIU grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. FIU held them to 38% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made just 10 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 13 of 32 threes, shooting 40%. FIU sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 66%. FIU also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Utah Tech Trailblazers vs FIU Golden Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Tigers game? Catch the action at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Princeton is favored by -5.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Are the Zips Ready for a Win at Princeton?</h3><p>Akron improved to 5-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Jackson State on Saturday, December 21st. The Zips entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined points of 118 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading just 30-29 at halftime, Akron clamped down defensively, allowing only 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own to pull away for the win.</p><p>Akron struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 9 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they managed to score 68 points.</p> <p>On the bright side, the Zips grabbed 24 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Shammah Scott and Isaiah Gray both shot 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Akron's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 28% shooting from the field. The Zips were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 11/38 on two-point attempts, also at 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, with the opponent shooting 28% from deep. The Zips also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%.</p><h3>Will Princeton Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 8-4 on the season with an 83-82 road win over Rutgers on Saturday, December 21st. Princeton entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 46-44 at halftime but outscored Rutgers 39-36 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes on 27 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 44.4% from the line, going 8 for 18.</p> <p>The Tigers dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Dylan Harper led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 6 from three. Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each added 21 points, with Pierce pulling down 14 rebounds and Lee contributing 11 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 29 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 23 two-point baskets on 44 tries, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 6 of 19 shots, shooting 31%. Princeton also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, or 78%. The Tigers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Cornhuskers and Wildcats face off at 9:00 ET on BTN. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143 points, and Northwestern is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Nebraska.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern Wildcats -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Nebraska Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Nebraska will be looking to snap a four-game losing streak on the road, where they have gone just 2-5 this season. Over their last 10 games on the road, the Cornhuskers have gone 4-6.</p>

<p>So far this season, Nebraska has been the underdog in eight of their 23 games, going 3-5 in those contests. As the underdog, they have gone 0-5 on the road, compared to their 12-1 record at home.</p><p>Nebraska has an ATS record of 12-8-1 this season, including a mark of 2-5 on the road. As the underdog, the Cornhuskers are 3-5 vs. the spread this year and have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games as the underdog. In their last three road games, Nebraska is 1-2 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Nebraska games is 14-7, and today's line of 143 is lower than the average OU line in their games of 147. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points, and their over/under record over their last 10 games is 9-1.</p><p>The Nebraska offense is coming off a game in which they scored 51 points vs. Maryland. Overall their field goal percentage was 39.5% while connecting on 10 threes. In terms of offense, the Cornhuskers have a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, putting them 182nd in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 67th in percentage and 23rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>In terms of defense, Nebraska is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 71.0 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 8.8 threes per game vs. Northwestern. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.8%.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Through 22 games, Northwestern is 15-7 overall and 6-3 in the Big Ten. At home, the Wildcats have gone 13-1 compared to 2-4 on the road. They enter this game on a two-game win streak and have won six straight at home. So far, Northwestern has been favored in 13 games, going 12-1 in those contests.</p>

<p>Most recently, the Wildcats defeated Ohio State by a score of 83-58. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 9-1, and they are 5-0 in their last five. For the season, Northwestern has an average scoring margin of +11.7 points per game at home.</p><p>As the favorite, Northwestern has gone 6-5-2 vs. the spread this season. Their home ATS mark is 8-5-1 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 5-4-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Northwestern is 13-7 and today's line of 143 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (136.7). So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 160 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is a perfect 10-0.</p><p>Northwestern's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 83 points vs. Ohio State. Overall, they hit 57.7% of their shots from the field and went 13/17 from the free-throw line. In terms of offense, the Wildcats have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 65th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 23rd in percentage and 91st in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Northwestern defense is giving up an average of 70.1 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Northwestern defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Ohio State knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 58 points.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Northwestern Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Predators and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Jets are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS 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 7:30 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Jets will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Nashville Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Predators improved to 11-18-7 with a 5-2 victory over the Avalanche. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Nashville fell behind early, but five different players contributed goals to secure the win. The Avalanche scored first at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with Steven Stamkos’ goal at 11:29 in the same period to even the score.</p><p>Nashville’s offense tallied 5 goals on 25 shots in their recent game against Colorado, with two of those goals coming on empty nets. The Predators were shut out in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play to tie the game 1-1. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Roman Josi added his first goal of the season, also on a power play. Filip Forsberg scored his 7th goal on an empty net, while Gustav Nyquist closed out the scoring with his 4th goal, also on an empty net. The Predators finished with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held strong otherwise, helping the Predators secure a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p><h3>Can The Jets Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Winnipeg improved to 26-10-1 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. The Jets covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>The Jets fell behind 2-0 in the first period before scoring seven of the next nine goals. Seven different players scored for Winnipeg, with two of their goals coming with an empty net.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was highlighted by two empty-net goals in their 7-4 victory over Tampa Bay. The Jets fired 34 shots on goal and scored seven times, with each goal coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets, marking his third goal of the season.</p> <p>Logan Stanley netted his first goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his first on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers scored his ninth goal with an empty net, and Cole Perfetti followed with his fourth, also into an empty net. The Jets finished with 10 assists, including Josh Morrissey’s 13th of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing four goals in their previous game against the Lightning. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense registered 5 takeaways and 31 hits. They also blocked 13 shots, but they’ll look to start stronger after giving up the first two goals of the game, including one at 6:49 in the first period.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Rangers and Maple Leafs face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Maple Leafs are hosting the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Maple Leafs are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Rangers.</li><li>We like the Rangers on the moneyline (+101)</li><li>The Rangers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will New York Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p><p>As the third-place team in the Eastern Conference, the Rangers have a record of 40-17-3 and have won nine of their last ten games. In the Metropolitan Division, New York is in first place, and they have gone 11-5 against divisional opponents this season.</p>

<p>On the road, the Rangers have a record of 19-10-3, and they have won three straight games as the underdog. When playing against other teams from the Eastern Conference, New York has gone 22-10 this season.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Rangers have a puck line record of 16-16 and an average scoring margin of +.5 goals per game. Overall, New York has a puck line record of 30-30.</p>

<p>So far, the Rangers have been the underdog in 11 games, and their puck line record as the underdog is 11-1. In their last ten games, the Rangers' puck line record is 6-4.</p> <p>This season, New York's games have an average of 6.1 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.1. The Rangers come in with an over/under performance of 29-28-3.</p><p>Through their last three road games, New York has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 2-1 while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Rangers have an average of 3.3 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 10th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 14th in the league. So far this year, the Rangers are 24-11 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 16-5 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>New York's leading scorer is Artemi Panarin. So far, he has 35 goals which is 7th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Panarin has 47 assists this season.</p><p>The Maple Leafs defense is currently 24th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.6 shots per game against Toronto. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 5th with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Igor Shesterkin comes into the game having made 39 starts this season. So far, his record is 26-12 and he has a save percentage of 0.907%.</p><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Maple Leafs have gone 16-11-2 and are 29-13-7 when favored. In the Eastern Conference, Toronto is in 5th place.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Maple Leafs have gone 8-2. In their last five games, they have gone 4-1, and over their last three games, they have gone 2-1.</p></p><p>On the season, the Maple Leafs have gone 22-37 against the puck line, including going 10-19 at home. So far, they have 19 wins by multiple goals compared to 15 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>At home, Toronto has gone just 3-7 against the puck line in their last ten games and 3-2 against the puck line in their last five. In their last three games at home, the Maple Leafs have gone 2-1 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Toronto is 6.9. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Maple Leafs come in with an over/under record of 32-25-2.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Rangers offense has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing an average of 2. New York posted an overall record of 2-1 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Maple Leafs are scoring an 3.7 goals per game this season, ranking 4th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 6th in the league. Toronto's offense comes into the game ranked 6th in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 13th in the NHL.</p><p>Toronto's leading goal scorer is Auston Matthews. So far this season, he has 53 goals, placing him 1st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 25 assists so far.</p><p>Toronto defense takes on the Rangers ranked 24th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.6 shots per game against Toronto. They also are 5th in shutouts, with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ilya Samsonov comes into the game having made 27 starts this season. So far, his record is 14-5 and he has a save percentage of 0.617%.</p>

New York Rangers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>Betting on today's Broncos 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 West Coast conference game currently have San Francisco as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Dons -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO DONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Not only will San Francisco pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Santa Clara Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Santa Clara improved to 9-5 on the season with a 91-80 win over Pepperdine on Saturday, December 28th. The Broncos were at home and entered the game as -15.5 favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the over/under line of 154.5.</p> <p>Santa Clara led 52-43 at halftime and outscored Pepperdine 39-37 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 50.7% shooting performance from the field. They excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 45.5% of their threes, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%.</p> <p>The Broncos shared the ball well, dishing out 22 assists, with Adama-Alpha Bal leading the way with 8. Stefan Todorovic paced the team with 25 points, while Tyeree Bryan and Dovydas Butka also had strong performances, with Butka shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 55% of their two-point attempts, going 19/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Broncos gave up 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 11 times, where they converted 8 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Dons Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 10-3 this season with a 70-55 win over Loyola Marymount on Saturday. San Francisco, who were -10.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 31-25 at halftime and outscored the Lions 39-30 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>San Francisco managed just 38.1% shooting from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 32.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 34 attempts, while shooting 44.8% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Jevon Porter led the Dons with 22 points, despite missing all 6 of his three-point attempts. Malik Thomas added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Marcus Williams contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 of 8 threes.</p><p>San Francisco's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 38% shooting from the field. The Dons limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 44% (13/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws (68%).</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (+773) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (-1308) in a Western Northwest Division matchup. The Timberwolves (-14.5) are favored and the over/under is 221.5. </p>

<p>Portland is currently 14th in the Western Conference with a record of 10-27 and they have lost 2 straight games. Minnesota is 1st in the West with a record of 26-11. </p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-102 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with Anthony Edwards points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Trail Blazers Have a Shot at a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>Portland enters today's game vs. Minnesota with an overall record of 10-27. In the Western Conference, they are in 14th place. In non-conference games, the Trail Blazers are 5-6, compared to 5-21 vs. other Western Conference teams.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Portland has a record of 9-24 this season. Their average scoring differential as the underdog is -10.1 PPG, and they have lost two straight games as the underdog. Against the spread, they are 15-18 as the underdog and have an average scoring differential of -10.1 PPG.</p>

<p>On the road, the Trail Blazers are 5-16 this season, and they are 10-11 ATS in those games. Their average scoring differential on the road is -12.3 PPG. As the underdog, their road ATS record is 10-11.</p>

<p>In their last game, Portland lost to the Thunder by a score of 139-77. They were 13.5-point underdogs going into the game, and their ATS losing streak is now at two games. The combined point total of 216 was well below the O/U line of 236.5.</p>

<p>This season, 25 of Portland's 37 games have had higher O/U lines than 221.5. Their games have averaged 224.3 PPG, and their O/U record for the season is 16-20-1. The under has hit in two straight games for the Trail Blazers.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Trail Blazers are one of the worst scoring teams in the NBA, averaging just 107.4 points per game (30th). On the road, their scoring average drops to 105.0 (30th).</p>

<p>Portland has scored below the NBA scoring average in 78.4% of their games this season and are currently on a two-game streak of scoring less than their season average.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Blazers are 23rd in the league at 35% but have made the 19th most threes per game (12.3). In terms of field goal percentage, Portland is 30th at 43%.</p><p>So far, the Trail Blazers' defense is ranked 19th in the league at 116.8 points per contest. On two point field goal attempts, the Trail Blazers' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 58.9% and allowing 33.9% from beyond the arc.</p><h3>Can the Timberwolves Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Timberwolves are having a great season and are currently in 1st place in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they are 8-5 and 18-6 against other teams in the West.</p>

<p>Minnesota has been the favorite in 28 of their 37 games this season and has a record of 22-6 in those games. However, they have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games. Overall, their ATS record at home is 8-8.</p>

<p>For the season, the Timberwolves have an average scoring differential of +9.6 points per game at home. When favored, their scoring differential is +8.2 PPG. Today, they are 14.5-point favorites.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Timberwolves lost to the Celtics by a score of 127-120. They were 10.5-point underdogs going into the game, so they covered the spread. The game's combined scoring total of 247 points was higher than the over/under line of 227.</p>

<p>This season, Minnesota has an O/U record of 20-17. In their games, the average over/under line is 223.4, which is higher than today's line of 221.5. 21 of their 37 games have had higher over/under lines than 221.5.</p><p>The Timberwolves have been a good shooting team this season, ranking 8th in field goal percentage. However, they have struggled to score at home, averaging just 112.6 points per game. Overall, Minnesota is 22nd in scoring at 113.1 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Timberwolves are one of the most accurate teams in the league, hitting 38% of their attempts. They are also 4th in free throw shooting at 79%. In terms of pace, Minnesota is 23rd in the NBA.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Timberwolves have outscored the NBA scoring average in 40.5% of their games. They have also seen an increase in scoring in their last two contests. In terms of assists, Minnesota is 19th in the league with 25.8 per game.</p><p>This season, the Timberwolves' defense is the 1st ranked defense in the NBA at 1st PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 73.0% of their games. Inside the arc, the Timberwolves defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 50.4% and 34.9% from three-point territory.</p>

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<p>The Anteaters and Lancers are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lancers will host the game at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. UC Irvine is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California Baptist. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist 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 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Anteaters Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Irvine dropped to 9-2 on the season after a 70-54 road loss to Duquesne on Saturday. The Anteaters, who were favored by 6.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-24 at halftime, UC Irvine tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, outscoring Duquesne 30-27, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>UC Irvine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points while shooting 34% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.7%, and they hit only 34.1% of their two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Anteaters connected on 4 of 12 threes, shooting 33.3%.</p> <p>Jahsean Corbett led the way with 15 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Tre Dinkins III and Cam Crawford both added 13 points, each knocking down 3 of 4 threes. Dinkins also contributed 4 assists, while UC Irvine finished with 10 assists and 15 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing 14 threes on 25 attempts, which contributed to the 70 points they gave up. Overall, the Anteaters allowed the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field, including 43% on two-point shots.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, UC Irvine sent their opponents to the stripe just four times, where they converted 2 of their attempts. The Anteaters also gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Lancers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><h3>California Baptist Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>California Baptist improved to 7-6 on the season with a 79-73 win over Jackson State on Saturday. The Lancers were -14 favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Trailing 34-33 at halftime, California Baptist turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Jackson State 46-39 to secure the win.</p><p>California Baptist put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 22 attempts for a 22.7% rate, while their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%. At the free-throw line, they were strong, making 30 of 36 attempts for an 83.3% success rate.</p> <p>The Lancers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, despite going 0 for 4 from three. Martel Williams and Dorian McMillian both shot 60% from the field, with Williams hitting 3 of 5 threes and McMillian connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Defensively, California Baptist allowed 73 points while holding their opponent to 41% shooting from the field. The Lancers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 54% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California Baptist limited their opponent to just 5 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. The Lancers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws, an 83% rate. California Baptist allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Bears face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Bank of Colorado Arena in Greeley, CO. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 161 points, and Northern Colorado is favored by -1 to win at home against Eastern Washington.</p><h3>EASTERN WASHINGTON EAGLES VS NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Colorado Bears -1</p><p>This game will be played at Bank of Colorado Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Northern Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 161 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Eastern Washington Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Eastern Washington has been much better at home this season, as they are 7-1 compared to 8-9 on the road. The Eagles have gone 17-10 overall and 11-3 in Big Sky play.</p>

<p>Eastern Washington is coming off a 78-71 loss to Northern Arizona and has lost two in a row. Over their last 10 road games, the Eagles are 7-3.</p><p>Eastern Washington has been solid against the spread this season, going 16-9. Their road ATS record is 12-5, and they are 7-3 vs. the spread as the underdog this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Eagles are 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Eastern Washington's over/under record for the season sits at 16-9 and the average over/under line in their games is 149.8. So far, 16 of their games have finished with less points than today's over/under line of 161. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 164 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 2-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Eastern Washington offense tallied 71 points in a matchup against Northern Arizona. Their field goal percentage for the game was 44.8%, and they made 7 threes. Casey Jones was the leading scorer for the Eagles, putting up 17 points. In addition, Cedric Coward contributed 12 points.</p><p>Eastern Washington's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 73.6 points per game. In today's game vs. Northern Colorado, the Eastern Washington defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Eastern Washington made 17 free-throws vs. the Eagles.</p><h3>Can the Bears Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>At home this season, Northern Colorado has gone 9-3, and they come into this game having won their last three at home. Overall, the Bears are 17-10, and they have won four straight games. In their most recent game, they defeated Idaho by a score of 76-62. So far, they have been favored in 15 games, going 12-3.</p>

<p>For the season, Northern Colorado has a point differential of +3.6 points per game at home, while on the road, their differential is +0.3. In Big Sky play, they have a record of 10-3, compared to 7-7 in non-conference games. Eastern Washington is the underdog in this game, and they have gone 3-6 in that role this season.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Northern Colorado has gone just 5-9-1 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 4-7-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bears are 4-6 ATS. In their last three home games, they are 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Northern Colorado games is 16-8. So far, the average scoring total in their games is 159 points, which is 8.2 points higher than the average over/under line of 150.8. Today's over/under line of 161 is higher than the average scoring total in their games and higher than the average over/under line in their games. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-1-1 and the average scoring total is 149 points.</p><p>The Northern Colorado offense is coming off a game where they scored 76 points against Idaho. They posted a field goal percentage of 51.8% and connected on 7 threes. In terms of offense, the Bears have a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, putting them 44th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 62nd in percentage and 124th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Bears' defense is ranked 289th in the country at 77.2 points per contest. The Northern Colorado defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 62 points and allowed Idaho to connect on 7 threes.</p>

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