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Game four of this Western Conference first-round matchup between the Nuggets and Timberwolves is set for 8:00 PM ET at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves are up 2-1 in the series and are favored by 2.5 points at home. The over/under line is sitting at 204.5 points, and Minnesota is -144 on the money line compared to the Nuggets at +121. TNT is carrying Sunday night's game on TV.<h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Denver Nuggets +2.5This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Sunday, May 12th.<h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-112 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with Anthony Edwards points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul>Denver got the best of Minnesota in the most recent game of this series, winning by a score of 117-90. The Nuggets were 3.5-point underdogs heading into the game and easily covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 205 points, and the 207 combined points meant that the over hit.

The Nuggets defense was great in this game, holding the Timberwolves to just 90 points. Minnesota shot just 43.7% from the field and made only 10 threes. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each had 24 points for the Nuggets. Jokic also grabbed 14 rebounds and dished out nine assists.<h3>Do the Nuggets Stand a Chance in Minneapolis?</h3>The Nuggets have an O/U record of 36-52-2 this season, and their games have averaged 223.1 points per game. Today's O/U line of 204.5 is lower than all of their previous games.

In Denver's last game against the Timberwolves, they won 117-90 as 3.5-point underdogs. The combined scoring in that game was 207 points, and the O/U line was 205.

As the underdog, the Nuggets have gone 6-6 straight up and 7-5 ATS. They have covered the spread in four straight games as the underdog.

On the road, the Nuggets have an average scoring differential of +1.2 points per game. Their straight-up road record is 26-18, and they are 19-24 ATS on the road.

Overall, the Nuggets are 57-25 this season, which is 2nd in the Western Conference. Against the West, they are 33-19 compared to 24-6 against non-conference opponents.

For the season, the Nuggets are 41-47 ATS, and they have covered the spread in four straight games as the underdog. Today, they are getting 2.5 points on the spread.Denver comes into the game as the NBA's 15th ranked scoring offense, at 114.9 points per game. They have been a little better at home, averaging 116.5 points per contest. The team's field goal percentage of 49% is the 4th best mark in the league. Despite their good shooting, the Nuggets are near the bottom of the league in both free throw attempts and makes.

Nikola Jokic has averaged 26 points, 14.4 rebounds and 9.8 assists in his last five games. Over his last five, Michael Porter Jr. has hit 48.6% of his threes and averaged 20.6 points. Jamal Murray is averaging 20.6 points per game for the season but just 40.4% shooting in his last five games and is questionable with a calf injury.When it comes to defense, the Denver Nuggets have been one of the best units in the league this season. They come into tonight's game against the Timberwolves ranked 6th in the NBA in points allowed per game at 109.1. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 105.4 points per contest, which is 9th in the league during that span.

One thing that has been a strength for the Nuggets' defense all season long is their ability to defend the three-point line. On the year, they are 2nd in the NBA in three-point percentage allowed at 35.1%. Over their last five games, they have been even better, holding opponents to just 34% shooting from deep.

Overall, opponents have struggled to score against Denver, as they have held opponents below their season average in 80.5% of their games this year. When it comes to made threes, opponents have made fewer than their season average in 76.8% of their games vs. the Nuggets.<h3>Can the Timberwolves Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3>Today, the Timberwolves are favored by 2.5 points at home against the Nuggets. This season, Minnesota has been favored in 66 of their 82 games and has a record of 49-17 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 31-34 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +8.4 points per game.

In Western Conference play, the Timberwolves have gone 37-15 compared to 19-11 against non-conference opponents. This record has them in 3rd place in the West, just behind the Nuggets.

Minnesota's ATS record at home is 20-24, while they are 26-18 on the road. Their straight-up record at home is 32-12, and they have an average scoring margin of +7.9 points per game at home.

The Timberwolves are 46-43 on the over/under this season, and their games have averaged 218.9 points per game. Today's O/U line of 204.5 is lower than their season average of 220.2.

In their most recent game against the Nuggets, the Timberwolves lost by a score of 117-90. Minnesota was favored by 3.5 points in that game, and the O/U line was 205. The loss dropped the Timberwolves' ATS record to 46-42 for the season.Minnesota comes into the game as the 18th ranked scoring team in the league, at 113 points per game. Their production at home is even worse, at 111.5 points per contest, which is 24th in the NBA. Looking at their pace, the Timberwolves are 23rd in the league, averaging 97 possessions per game.

Anthony Edwards is averaging 33 points per game over his last five games, on a shooting percentage of 57%. In these games, he also averaged 5.2 assists. For the season, he is averaging 25.9 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 21.8 points per game for the season and 21.4 in his last five games. He also averaged 3.2 made threes in his last five games.When it comes to defense, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been the best in the NBA this season, allowing just 106.1 points per game. At home, they have been even better, giving up just 103.6 points per game.

Overall, opponents have scored less than their season average in 79.3% of games vs. Minnesota. In terms of three-point shooting, the Timberwolves are 4th in the NBA in three-point percentage allowed (35.8%).

Over their last five games, Minnesota's defense has been solid, allowing 104.2 points per game. During that stretch, opponents have made 39.6% of their threes.

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Planning on watching today's Aggies and Seawolves game? Catch the action at Island FCU Arena in Stony Brook, NY, as the Seawolves hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on FloH. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Stony Brook is favored by -13.5 vs. North Carolina A&T in a Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup.<h3>NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +13.5This game will be played at Island FCU Arena at 6:30 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.<h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Seawolves.</li><li>Even though we have Stony Brook winning straight-up, we like North Carolina A&T at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for North Carolina A&T?</h3>Heading into their 28th game of the season, North Carolina A&T has a 7-20 overall record. On the road, the Aggies are 3-10, while they are 4-8 this year. North Carolina A&T's record vs. the spread heading into today's game stands at 13-12. Over their last five games, they are 2-3 vs. the spread.So far, North Carolina A&T's games have averaged 143.1 points per game with the average over/under line being 145.4 points. The Aggies have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 129 points per game and an over/under record of 0-5.In their recent matchup, the North Carolina A&T offense ended with 54 points against Delaware. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 38.2% and made 2 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Landon Glasper, who is averaging 21.3 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Camian Shell also maintains a PPG average of 12.8 heading into game.The Aggies' defense is presently ranked 298th nationally, allowing an average of 77.9 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, North Carolina A&T's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 48.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 35.0% this season.<h3>Will Stony Brook Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3>So far, Stony Brook has a 14-13 overall record after playing 27 games. In away games, the Seawolves are 4-10, while they are 9-3 when playing at home. Stony Brook's record vs. the spread heading into today's game stands at 17-8-1. In terms of their overall ATS performance this season, they have gone 8-6 on the road vs. the spread and 9-2-1 at home.Looking at their over/under performance through 27 games, Stony Brook has an over/under record of 15-11-0, with their games averaging 145 points per game on average. The Seawolves' have recorded an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 161 points per game.The Stony Brook offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 61 points versus Monmouth. During the game, they attempted 22 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 34.9%. Offensively, the Seawolves have a season long field goal percentage of 43%, which is 288th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 244th in percentage and 154th in three-pointers made.On the defensive side, Stony Brook is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 72.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Stony Brook's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 34.5% this season.

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The Celtics and Cavaliers are tied at one game apiece heading into game three of this Eastern Conference first-round matchup. Saturday's game is being played in Cleveland at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and is set to tip-off at 8:30 PM ET. ABC is carrying the game on TV. The Celtics are favored by 7.5 points and are -331 on the money line. The Cavaliers are +265, and the over/under line is at 211 points.<h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Boston Celtics -7.5This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 8:30 ET on Saturday, May 11th.<h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-105 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul>Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers pulled off a big upset in the most recent game of this series, as they picked up a 118-94 win over the Celtics. Cleveland was a 13-point underdog heading into the game, and they easily covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 212.5 points, and the teams just missed the over, as they combined for 212 points.

Mitchell had a big game for the Cavaliers, scoring 29 points and hitting five threes. Evan Mobley also had a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds. As a team, the Cavaliers shot 54.7% from the field. On the other side, the Celtics shot just 41.2% from the field and made only eight threes. Jayson Tatum had 25 points to lead the Celtics.<h3>Will the Celtics Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3>The Celtics are favored by 7.5 points today against the Cavaliers. This season, they have been favored in 85 of their 82 games and have a record of 67-18 as the favorite. As the favorite, they have gone 44-37 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +12 points per game.

Boston's ATS record for the season is 46-39, including a 21-20 record on the road. They have covered the spread in their last two road games and have an average scoring differential of +7.9 points per game on the road.

In their most recent game, the Celtics lost to the Cavaliers by a score of 118-94. Boston was favored by 13 points in that game and the O/U line was 212. The Celtics' ATS result in that game was a loss.

This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 46-42-1, with an average combined scoring total of 227.8 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 211, and 83 of their games have had higher O/U lines than that.

Boston is currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 64-18. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 41-11 and 23-7 against the West.This season, Jayson Tatum is averaging 26.9 points per game, and 10.4 rebounds over his last five games. In terms of three-point shooting, the Celtics lead the league in both three-point attempts and three-pointers made per game. Overall, they have hit 38% of their threes, which is the second-best mark in the NBA.

Jaylen Brown has averaged 23 points per game in his last five games, while shooting 52.2% from the field. Derrick White is averaging 22.8 points per game in his last five games, and 4.6 made threes per game. Over his last five games, Brown hit just 23.1% of his threes.When it comes to defense, the Boston Celtics are one of the best in the league, ranking 4th in points allowed per game at 108.2. They have been particularly stingy on the road, giving up just 109.4 points per game away from home, which is 3rd in the NBA.

Over their last five games, the Celtics have been even better, allowing just 93.8 points per game, which is tops in the league over that stretch. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Boston is 3rd overall at 45.3%.

One area where opponents have had success is from three-point range, as they are shooting 34.7% from beyond the arc vs. the Celtics this season. However, Boston has done a good job of keeping teams off the free-throw line, ranking 1st in made free throws allowed per game.<h3>Can Cleveland Lock in a Home Win?</h3>The Cavaliers have an overall record of 48-34 and are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 31-21 compared to 17-13 against the West.

At home, the Cavaliers are 30-15 this season and have won their last four games straight up. Against the spread at home, they are 22-23 and have an average scoring margin of +4.4 points per game.

Cleveland has been the underdog in 34 of their 82 games this season and have a record of 12-22 in those games. As the underdog, they are 15-18 against the spread with an average scoring differential of -6.5 points per game.

In their most recent game, the Cavaliers defeated the Celtics by a score of 118-94. Cleveland was a 13-point underdog in that game and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 212.5 points.

This season, the Cavaliers have an O/U record of 45-45-1, and 73 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 211. On average, their games have scored 220.6 points.Donovan Mitchell is averaging 35.8 points per game over his last five games on a shooting percentage of 49.2%. In these games, he also averaged 6.4 rebounds. For the season, he is averaging 26.6 points per game. Darius Garland has averaged 16.8 points and 4.6 assists in his last five games.

Cleveland is averaging 113.3 points per game at home this year, which is 17th in the league. Overall, they are 23rd in scoring at 112.6 points per contest. The team's three-point shooting percentage of 36% is 19th in the NBA.Coming into tonight's game, the Cavaliers have been one of the best defensive teams in the league, ranking 7th overall in points per game allowed. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 102.8 points per contest.

One area where Cleveland has been particularly strong is defending the three-point line. On the season, they are 10th in three-point shooting percentage allowed, and over their last five games, they have been even better, ranking 5th in three-point percentage allowed.

So far this season, opponents have scored less than their season average in 72% of games against the Cavaliers. Additionally, teams have made fewer threes than their season average in 64.6% of games vs. Cleveland.

Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 5/11/24

Game three of this Western Conference first-round series between the Thunder and Mavericks is tied at 1-1 heading into Saturday's matchup at 3:30 PM ET. Dallas is favored by 2.5 points at home and is -142 on the money line. The Thunder are +119, and the over/under line is 218.5 points. ABC is carrying this one on TV from the American Airlines Center in Dallas.<h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder +2.5This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 3:30 ET on Saturday, May 11th.<h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-114 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul>The Mavericks picked up a 119-110 win in the most recent game of this series. Dallas was a 5-point underdog heading into the game, so they covered the spread as well. The game also surpassed the over/under line of 217 points, as the teams combined to score 229. The Mavericks took control of the game in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Thunder 31-27.

Luka Doncic and P.J. Washington led the Mavericks with 29 points each. Doncic also added 7 assists and 10 rebounds while knocking down 5 threes. Washington hit 7 threes and pulled down 11 boards. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a big game for the Thunder with 33 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists.<h3>Will the Thunder Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3>OKC comes into today's game with a 57-25 record, which is the best in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they went 21-9 compared to 36-16 against the West.

This season, the Thunder have been the underdog in 21 of their 82 games. On the road, their record as the underdog is 10-11. Their straight-up road record is 26-17.

Oklahoma City has lost their last three games as the underdog vs. the spread. Today, they are getting 2.5 points vs. Dallas. On the road, they have an ATS record of 22-21.

In their most recent game vs. the Mavericks, the Thunder lost by a score of 119-110. The O/U line for that game was 217 points, and OKC was favored by 5 points going into the game.

This season, the Thunder have an O/U record of 46-41-1. In their games, the average combined scoring total is 230.8 points, and the average O/U line is 231.Oklahoma City comes into the game as the NBA's 3rd ranked scoring offense, at 120.1 points per game. Despite their high-scoring ways, they have scored below the league average in 36.6% of their games. The Thunder have been one of the most efficient three-point shooting teams in the league this season, hitting 38% of their attempts from downtown.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 28.6 points per game over his last five games, while hitting 48.5% of his shots from the field. For the season, he is averaging 30.1 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.5 rebounds. Chet Holmgren is averaging 7.9 rebounds per game and 15.2 points in his last five games. Jalen Williams is averaging 20.8 points in his last five games on a field goal percentage of 50%.On the season, the Thunder are giving up 111.5 points per game, which is 10th in the NBA. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, they are 2nd at 45.3%.

One area where Oklahoma City has excelled is in forcing turnovers. They are first in the league in steals at 8.5 per game. They are also first in blocked shots at 6.6 per contest.

Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even stingier on the defensive end. They have given up just 96 points per game during that stretch, which is 3rd in the NBA.<h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Home Win?</h3>The Mavericks have a 41-49-0 over/under record this season, and their games have averaged a combined 231.5 points per game. Today's O/U line is 218.5, which is lower than 81 of their previous games.

Dallas has won two straight games as the favorite and has a record of 41-15 in games where they were favored. Today, they are favored by 2.5 points. As the favorite, the Mavs have gone 36-20 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +7.1 PPG.

In their most recent game against the Thunder, the Mavericks won 119-110 as 5-point underdogs. The game's O/U line was 217 points. The Mavs are 14-20 as the favorite this season and have an ATS record of 23-21 at home.

Dallas is currently 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 50-32. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 31-21 and 11-5 in their division. On the road, the Mavericks are 28-18 compared to 27-17 at home.Dallas comes into the game as the NBA's 8th-ranked scoring offense, at 117.9 points per game. They are also 9th in home games, at 118 points per contest. The Mavericks have taken and made the 3rd most three-pointers this season, averaging 14.6 made threes per game. However, they are just 14th in three-point shooting percentage, at 36%.

Luka Doncic is averaging 28 points per game over his last five games, to go along with 9.8 assists and 8 rebounds. His three-point shooting has been poor in his last five games, as he hit just 23.3% of his attempts. For the season, he is averaging 4.1 made threes per game. Kyrie Irving is averaging 22.6 points per game on 50% shooting in his last five games, and 25.6 points for the year.When it comes to points allowed per game, the Mavericks are 18th in the NBA at 114.6. At home, they are giving up 114.2 points per game, which is also 18th in the league.

In terms of three-point shooting, opponents are making 13.0 threes per game against the Mavericks, which is 18th in the NBA. On the season, opposing teams are shooting 36.8% from beyond the arc vs. Dallas.

Over their last five games, the Mavericks have been even better on defense, giving up just 107.4 points per game, which is 10th in the NBA during that stretch.

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The first-round series between the Timberwolves and Nuggets is tied at two games apiece heading into game five. Tip-off is at 10:30 PM ET at Ball Arena in Denver and is being televised on TNT. The Nuggets are favored by four points at home and are -184 on the money line. The Timberwolves are +152, and the over/under line is 205.5 points.<h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves +4This game will be played at Ball Arena at 10:30 ET on Tuesday, May 14th.<h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-113 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with Anthony Edwards points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul>The Nuggets picked up an 8-point win in the most recent game of this series, beating the Timberwolves 115-107. Denver was a 3.5-point underdog heading into the game, but they easily covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 205 points, and the teams surpassed that by 17 points.

Denver got off to a good start in the game, outscoring the Timberwolves 29-24 in the first quarter and 35-25 in the 2nd. The Nuggets shot the ball well from the field, hitting 57% of their shots and 44.8% of their threes. Nikola Jokic had a big game for Denver, putting up 35 points and 7 assists. Anthony Edwards had a big game for the Timberwolves, scoring 44 points and hitting five threes.<h3>Are Minnesota Ready for a Road Win?</h3>Minnesota is 13-10 as the underdog this season and has covered the spread in their last four games as the underdog. In those games, they have gone 15-8 against the spread as the underdog.

The Timberwolves' ATS record on the road is 26-18, and they have won four straight games against the spread on the road. As the underdog, they are 20-25 ATS on the road and 31-35 overall.

Minnesota's O/U record for the season is 47-43, and their games have averaged 218.9 points per game. Today's O/U line is 205.5, and their games have averaged 220 points per game.

In their last game against the Nuggets, the Timberwolves lost 115-107. The O/U line for that game was 205, and Minnesota was favored by 3.5 points. This loss dropped their ATS record to 46-43 for the season.

Minnesota is currently 3rd in the Western Conference with a record of 56-26. Against Western Conference opponents, they are 37-15 and 12-4 in their division. On the road, the Timberwolves are 30-15.Minnesota comes into the game as the NBA's 8th-best shooting team, at 48% from the field. They are also the league's 2nd-best three-point shooting team, at 38%. Despite their strong shooting numbers, they are just 18th in scoring, at 113 points per game. The Timberwolves have been a little better on the road this season, averaging 114.1 points per game compared to 111.4 at home.

Anthony Edwards is averaging 34.6 points per game over his last five games while hitting 59.6% of his shots from the field. In this stretch, he is averaging 3.8 made threes per game. Karl-Anthony Towns has hit 58.3% of his threes in his last five games and averaged 2.8 made threes per contest. Rudy Gobert has yet to make a three this season.When it comes to defense, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been the best unit in the NBA this season, allowing just 106.2 points per game. That number is even better on the road, where they are giving up just 108.6 points per game (2nd).

Overall, opponents have scored less than their season average in 79.3% of games vs. Minnesota. That number jumps to 76.8% when it comes to three-point shooting, as opponents have made fewer threes than their season average in nearly 77% of games vs. the Timberwolves.

Over their last five games, the Timberwolves have given up 105.4 points per game (8th). During that stretch, opponents have shot 48.8% from the field and 40.7% from three.<h3>Will Denver Make it Happen at Home?</h3>Currently, the Nuggets are favored by 4 points at home against the Timberwolves. This season, Denver has been favored in 78 of their 82 games and has a record of 56-22 as the favorite. However, they have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games.

Denver's ATS record for the season is 42-47, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. At home, they are 22-23 ATS compared to 20-24 ATS on the road.

In their win over the Timberwolves on Sunday, the Nuggets won by a score of 115-107. Going into the game, they were 3.5-point underdogs, and the O/U line was 205 points.

With a 57-25 record, the Nuggets are currently 2nd in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they have gone 33-19 and are 24-6 in non-conference games.

This season, Denver has an O/U record of 37-52-2, and their games have averaged a combined 223.1 points. Today's O/U line is set at 205.5 points.Denver comes into the game as the 15th ranked scoring offense, at 114.9 points per game. Their home scoring average of 116.5 points per contest is 11th in the league. The Nuggets have a field goal percentage of 49% this season, which is the 4th best mark in the NBA.

Nikola Jokic has been playing well of late, averaging 26.4 points, 8.4 assists, and 13 rebounds in his last five games. Over this stretch, he shot 51.5% from the field. Jamal Murray is questionable for the game, but over his last five, he has averaged 20 points and 5.2 assists while hitting 40% of his threes.Coming into tonight's game, the Denver Nuggets have been one of the stingiest defenses in the league, allowing just 109.1 points per game, which is 6th best in the NBA. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 103 points per contest.

One of the reasons for their success has been their ability to defend the three-point line. On the season, they are allowing opponents to shoot just 35.2% from beyond the arc, which is 2nd best in the league. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 35.7% from deep.

When it comes to rebounding, the Nuggets have been solid, ranking 7th in the league at 44.4 boards per game. They have also been able to protect the rim, blocking 5.6 shots per contest, which is 11th best in the NBA.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 5/14/24

The Mavericks are looking to even up this first-round series with the Thunder at two games apiece when they tip off at 9:30 PM ET at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. TNT is carrying this one on TV, and the Mavericks are favored by one point at home. The over/under line is at 213.5 points, and the money line odds are -118 for the Mavericks and -102 for the Thunder.<h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder +1This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 9:30 ET on Monday, May 13th.<h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-114 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul>The Mavericks picked up a 105-101 win over the Thunder in the most recent game of this series. Going into the game, the Mavericks were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was set at 217.5 points, and the teams fell 11.5 points short of that mark.

P.J. Washington led the Mavericks with 27 points in the win, and Luka Doncic added 22 points and 15 rebounds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 31 points and 10 rebounds for the Thunder. Both teams shot just 33.3% from three-point range, and the Mavericks made just 11 threes.<h3>Will the Thunder Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3>Today's game against the Mavericks is the 23rd time this season that the Thunder have been the underdog. In those games, they have gone 10-12 straight up and 12-10 against the spread. As the underdog, their average scoring margin is -1.5 points per game.

In their last game against the Mavericks, the Thunder lost by a score of 105-101. They were 1.5-point underdogs in that game, giving them an ATS loss. The O/U line for that game was 217.5 points.

Oklahoma City's O/U record for the season is 46-42-1, and their games have averaged 230.8 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 213.5, which is lower than their season average of 230.5.

The Thunder are currently 1st in the Western Conference with a record of 57-25. In the West, they have gone 36-16 against other conference opponents and 21-9 in non-conference games. On the road, they are 26-18.

Oklahoma City has lost two straight games and is 51-38 against the spread this season. On the road, they are 22-22 ATS, and their average scoring differential on the road is +2.3 points per game.Oklahoma City comes into the game as the NBA's 3rd ranked scoring offense, at 120.1 points per game. But they have been below the league average in 37.8% of their games. The Thunder's three-point shooting percentage of 38% is the best mark in the league. Overall, they are shooting 49% from the field, which is the 3rd best rate in the league.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 28.2 points per game over his last five games, along with 6.8 assists and 9.2 rebounds. His season-long numbers are 30.1 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.5 rebounds. Jalen Williams is averaging 19.1 points for the season and 19.8 points in his last five games.On the season, the Thunder have been a solid defensive team, ranking 10th in points allowed per game at 111.4. They have been even better on the road, giving up 113.7 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA.

One area where Oklahoma City has excelled is in steals and blocked shots, ranking 1st in both categories. They have also done a good job defending the paint, as they are 2nd in two-point shooting percentage allowed.

Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even better on the defensive end, giving up just 98.6 points per game. During this stretch, they have been the top-ranked defense in terms of field goal percentage allowed.<h3>Will the Dallas Defense Show Up at Home?</h3>In games this season, the Mavericks have averaged a combined scoring total of 231.2 points per game compared to today's O/U line of 213.5. In their most recent game vs. the Thunder, the teams combined for 206 points.

Dallas has gone 41-50 on the O/U this season and 37 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's. In non-conference games, the Mavs are 19-11 on the O/U.

The Mavericks have won their last two games straight up and are currently favored by 1 point against the Thunder. In the Western Conference, they are in 5th place with a record of 50-32.

Against the spread, the Mavericks are 54-37 for the season and have covered in their last two games. At home, they are 24-21 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +3.8 points per game.

As the favorite, the Mavericks have a straight-up record of 42-15 and are 37-20 vs. the spread. In their last game vs. the Thunder, Dallas won 105-101 and covered the spread (-1.5).Overall, the Mavericks are averaging 117.9 points per game this season, which is 8th in the NBA. Their scoring average at home is 117.7 points per contest, which is 9th in the league. Dallas is 3rd in both three-point attempts and makes this season, but they are just 15th in three-point shooting percentage. The team's three-point shooting percentage of 36% is 15th in the league.

Luka Doncic is averaging 26.6 points per game over his last five games to go along with 8.8 assists and 9 rebounds. His season three-point shooting percentage is 38.2%. Kyrie Irving is averaging 19 points and 6.2 assists in his last five games and 25.6 points for the year. P.J. Washington has hit 3.6 threes per game in his last five games on a shooting percentage of 47.4%.So far this season, the Mavericks have been a middle-of-the-pack defense, ranking 17th in points allowed per game at 114.4. At home, they have been slightly better, allowing 113.9 points per game.

Over their last five games, the Mavericks have been even better on the defensive end, ranking 7th in points allowed at 104.4. During this stretch, they have been particularly good at defending the three-point line, allowing opponents to shoot just 32.8% from beyond the arc.

On the season, opposing teams have hit 36.8% of their three-point attempts against Dallas. In terms of made threes allowed per game, the Mavericks are 17th in the NBA.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 5/13/24

The Cavaliers and Celtics are set to tip-off game four of their Eastern Conference first-round series at 7:00 PM ET at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland. Heading into Monday night's matchup, the Celtics lead the series 2-1 and are favored by 8.5 points. The over/under line is sitting at 206 points, and the money line odds are -358 for the Celtics and +282 for the Cavaliers. TNT is carrying the game on TV.<h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Boston Celtics -8.5This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, May 13th.<h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-104 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul>The Celtics picked up a 106-93 win over the Cavaliers in the most recent game of this series. Boston was favored by 7.5 points heading into the game, and they easily covered the spread. The over/under line was set at 211 points, and the teams fell 12 points short of that line. The Celtics had a strong defensive performance, holding the Cavs to just 42.9% shooting from the field.

Offensively, Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 33 points, and he also added 13 rebounds. Tatum was just 2-8 from three-point range. Jaylen Brown was the second-leading scorer for the Celtics with 28 points. Donovan Mitchell also had 33 points for the Cavs, and he made seven threes.<h3>Will the Boston Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3>In today's game against the Cavaliers, the Celtics are favored by 8.5 points. This season, Boston has been favored in 86 of their 82 games and has a record of 68-18 as the favorite.

As the favorite, the Celtics have gone 45-37 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +12 points per game. Their ATS record as the favorite on the road is 22-20.

On the road this season, the Celtics have a record of 30-14, which is the 3rd-best mark in the NBA. Against the spread, they have covered in three straight road games.

For the season, Boston has an O/U record of 46-43-1, and their games have averaged 227.4 points per game. Today's O/U line of 206 is lower than their season average of 227.2.

In their last game against the Cavaliers, the Celtics won by a score of 106-93. Boston covered the spread as 7.5-point favorites, and the game finished with a combined scoring of 199 points.

The Celtics are currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 64-18. Against the East, they are 41-11 and have gone 23-7 against non-conference opponents.Boston comes into the game as the NBA's second-ranked scoring offense, at 120.6 points per game. Despite being one of the league's top-scoring teams, they have scored below the league average in 34.1% of their games. The Celtics are also one of the faster-paced teams in the league, averaging 97.2 possessions per game.

The Celtics lead the league in both three-point attempts per game and three-pointers made per game. They are averaging 16.5 made threes per game this season. Jayson Tatum has averaged 26.9 PPG this season, followed by Jaylen Brown at 23.0. Brown is averaging 2.1 made threes per game, while Tatum is averaging 3.1 made threes per game.When it comes to defense, the Celtics are one of the best in the NBA, ranking 3rd in points allowed per game at 108.0. They have been especially stingy over their last five games, giving up just 95.6 points per contest.

One of the keys to Boston's defensive success has been their ability to limit free-throw attempts, as they lead the league in fewest made free-throws allowed per game at 16.9.

While the Celtics have been great at defending inside the arc, ranking 3rd in two-point shooting percentage allowed at 52.0%, they have been more middle of the pack when it comes to defending the three-point line, allowing opponents to shoot 34.7% from deep.<h3>Will the Cleveland Defense Show Up at Home?</h3>Today's O/U line of 206 is lower than Cleveland's season average of 220.7 points per game. The Cavs have hit the under in two straight games and have a record of 45-46-1 on the O/U for the season.

In their most recent game against the Celtics, the two teams combined for 199 points, which was well below the O/U line of 211. Cleveland lost the game by a score of 106-93 and did not cover the spread (+7.5).

For the season, the Cavaliers are 12-23 as underdogs and have gone 15-19 ATS as underdogs. As the underdog, they have a scoring margin of -6.7 points per game.

In the Eastern Conference, the Cavaliers are currently in 4th place with a record of 48-34. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 31-21 compared to 17-13 in non-conference games.

Cleveland's ATS record for the season is 42-48, with a home ATS record of 22-24 and a road ATS record of 20-24. As the underdog, they are 15-19 ATS on the road and 27-29 ATS overall.Donovan Mitchell is averaging 36.8 points per game over his last five games on a shooting percentage of 51.9%. In these games, he hit 44.7% of his threes for an average of 4.2 made threes per contest. Darius Garland has averaged 15.2 points and 4.8 assists in his last five games, but his three-point shooting percentage in that stretch is just 33.3%.

Cleveland is 19th in scoring this season at 112.6 points per game and are just below that mark at home, with an average of 112.8 points per contest. Looking at their pace, the Cavaliers are 24th in the league. The team's average of 13.5 made threes per game is 10th in the NBA.When it comes to scoring defense, the Cavaliers have been one of the best units in the league this season. Overall, they are giving up just 109.3 points per game, which is 7th best in the NBA. They have been even better at home, where they are allowing just 108.8 points per game.

One area where the Cavaliers have been able to limit their opponents is from three-point range. On the season, they are 10th in the league in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 36.5%. Over their last five games, they have been even better, holding opponents to just 32.6% from beyond the arc.

One area where the Cavaliers have struggled is in terms of blocked shots, as they are just 21st in the league in that category. However, they have done a good job of not fouling, as they are just 25th in the NBA in personal fouls.

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Betting on today's Senators and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this division matchup, the Senators are favored by -1.5 against the Canadiens. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.<h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, October 12th.<h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canadiens winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+130)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3>Ottawa opened the season with a 3-1 road win over the Panthers. The Senators, as underdogs on the puck line, covered the +1.5 goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell well short of that mark.

Tim Stützle got the Senators on the board with a power-play goal at 14:08 in the first period. He added another goal in the third, sealing the win with an empty-netter. Shane Pinto also scored for Ottawa, who now sit at 1-0 for the season.Tim Stützle led the Senators' offense with two goals in their 3-1 win over the Panthers. He opened the scoring with a power-play goal at 14:08 in the first period and added an empty-netter with 1:10 remaining in the game. Shane Pinto also found the net, scoring his first goal of the season at 9:18 in the first period. Ottawa fired 31 shots on goal but also had 14 giveaways. The Senators were held scoreless in the second period before Stützle’s empty-netter sealed the win.On defense, Linus Ullmark made 30 saves with a 96.8% save percentage. The Senators' defense contributed 2 takeaways and 27 hits, while the Panthers' only goal came late in the 2nd period.<h3>Can the Canadiens Pull the Upset at Home?</h3>Montreal dropped to 1-1-0 after a 6-4 road loss to the Bruins. The Canadiens were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 10 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6. 

The Canadiens held a 2-1 lead in the first period, but the Bruins scored five of the next six goals. Brendan Gallagher led Montreal with two goals in the loss.Brendan Gallagher led the Canadiens' offense with two goals, bringing his season total to two, including a power-play goal at 11:34 in the first period. Cole Caufield added his second goal of the season, while Josh Anderson netted his first, scoring at 10:55 in the third period. Montreal fired 24 shots on goal and picked up 17 offensive giveaways. Kaiden Guhle contributed with two assists, and Joel Armia also added two assists, giving him two for the season.Montreal's defense struggled in their previous game, allowing 6 goals on 29 shots from the Bruins. Goalie Cayden Primeau posted a save percentage of 79.3% with 23 saves. The Canadiens also had 7 takeaways and 19 hits. Despite closing the score to 5-4 late in the 3rd period, they gave up a goal with 4:00 remaining, sealing a 6-4 loss.

Ottawa Senators vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

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Horse race betting can be traced all the way back to the 1600s in Great Britain, and the actual sport of horse racing goes back even further. With the growth and popularity of legal sports betting, some people have forgotten about betting on horse races.

That is a pretty big mistake, as this is always going to be a sport that comes with some great betting opportunities. The Triple Crown races in the United States are the biggest draw, but there are horse races that take place throughout the year in all parts of the world.

Horse race betting is a bit different than betting on other sports, especially when it comes to the betting options that are available. This article will help you understand how to bet horse racing, and also the best horse racing betting sites &amp; sportsbooks that are out there.

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Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

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From Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, the Rangers and Dodgers face off in an interleague matchup. First pitch is set for 10:10 PM ET, and the forecast calls for clear skies and temperatures in the upper 70s. Michael Lorenzen is starting for the Rangers, while the Dodgers are going with Michael Grove.

Los Angeles is favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -217 compared to the Rangers at +177. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and the under is paying out at -111 compared to -111 for the over. In the AL West, the Rangers are in 2nd place with a record of 32-35, while the Dodgers are leading the NL West at 42-27.<h3>TEXAS RANGERS VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: OVER 8.5 RunsThis game will be played at Dodger Stadium at 10:10 ET on Thursday, June 13th.<h3>HOW TO BET THE RANGERS VS DODGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rangers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Rangers vs Dodgers series. Texas went into the matchup as +144 underdogs and squeaked out a 3-2 win. Both teams scored one run in the first inning, and the Dodgers could only muster one more run in the 5th inning. As for the Rangers, they scored the game's go-ahead run in the 9th, and the Dodgers went down quietly in the bottom half of the inning.

Jon Gray got the start for the Rangers, going just three innings while giving up one run and striking out three. Jacob Latz got the win out of the bullpen, and Kirby Yates got the save. Walker Buehler had a rough outing for the Dodgers, giving up two earned runs in five innings of work.

Corey Seager and Josh Smith each had two RBIs for the Rangers' offense. Seager, Shohei Ohtani, and Mookie Betts were the only Dodgers hitters to have more than one hit.<h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3>Texas is 32-35 overall and trails the Mariners by 6.5 games in the AL West. So far, they are 9-11 in divisional matchups. The Rangers are on the road today, taking on the Dodgers, and they are 16-18 on the road this season.

The Rangers have dropped two straight series and are 9-11-1 in series this year. As the favorite, Texas has gone 20-18 and 12-17 as the underdog. They are 5-5 across their last 10 games and even in their series vs. the Dodgers.The Rangers are 29-38 on the run line this season, including a 15-19 mark on the road. They have a run differential of -0.6 runs per game away from home and a run differential of 0.6 runs per game at home. Texas has been the favorite in 38 games and the underdog in 29 games.Today's game between the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Dodgers has an over/under line of 8.5 runs. The Rangers have played 65 games this season, and 40.3% of them have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 8.5 runs. Their games have had an average of 8.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 25-40.Texas is sending right-hander Michael Lorenzen to the mound today as he faces the Dodgers on the road. So far this season, he has made 10 starts and six of them have been quality starts. Lorenzen's ERA for the season is 3.05, along with a record of 3-3. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he hadn't allowed an earned run in two straight starts. Lorenzen's WHIP for the season is currently 1.24.
Adolis Garcia and Corey Seager have been two of the Rangers' top power threats this season, as Garcia's 13 homers is 2nd on the team and Seager's 14 homers is the best mark on the team and 7th in the league. However, Garcia is batting just .211 for the season, and Seager is hitting .271. Marcus Semien has also been a solid run producer for the Rangers, as his 37 RBIs is 2nd on the team and 15th in the league. Semien also has 11 homers this season.

Josh Smith has been swinging a hot bat for the Rangers, going 10/30 in his last nine games with a home run and two RBIs. Over that same stretch, Marcus Semien has two homers and three RBIs. Ezequiel Duran comes into the game on an eight-game hitting streak for the Rangers.<h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3>With a record of 42-27, the Dodgers lead the NL West by 6.5 games over the Padres. So far, they have gone 13-10 in divisional matchups. The Dodgers will take on the Rangers today at home, and they are 22-13 at home this season.

Los Angeles has gone 20-14 on the road in 2021. As the favorite, the Dodgers have put together a mark of 40-24 this year. They are 2-3 as the underdog. The Dodgers' overall series record is 14-9, and they are currently tied in their series vs. the Rangers.When the Dodgers win, they win big, with an average run margin of 4.3 runs per game. When they lose, they lose by an average of 2.8 runs. Their run line record is 35-34, and they are 17-18 against the run line at home this season. As the favorite, they are 33-31 against the run line. The Dodgers are 18-16 against the run line on the road this season.The Dodgers have an over/under record of 35-34 this season, with an average combined run average of 8.6 runs per game. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs, and they have played 16 games with an over/under line of 8.5 runs. In those games, they have a record of 20-13. Overall, 23.2% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher, while 29.0% have had lines set at 8 runs or lower.Michael Grove has made 26 appearances out of the bullpen this season and has made one start. He finished with a no-decision in his most recent outing, going one inning out of the bullpen and giving up one earned run on two hits. Before that outing, he had picked up the win in two straight appearances. Grove's ERA for the season is 4.72, along with a record of 4-2. Opponents have a batting average of .211 off Grove this season. His WHIP for the season is 1.14. Per nine innings, Grove is averaging 11.01 strikeouts and 3.15 walks.Los Angeles comes into today's game as one of the league's top offenses, as they are 4th in runs per game (5) and 3rd in home runs. As a team, they are batting .258, which is the 3rd best mark in the league. The Dodgers also do a great job of getting on base, leading the league in both OBP and walks. Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani have been two of the team's top power threats, with Betts having 10 homers and Ohtani at 17. Ohtani also has a team-leading 44 RBIs.

Teoscar Hernández has also been a big power threat for the Dodgers, as he is tied with Ohtani for the team lead in homers and is also 5th in the league in RBIs (50). Hernández has gone 12/40 with five homers over his last 10 games. Mookie Betts is also on a six-game hitting streak and is batting .309 for the season.

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The Oilers and Sabres are set to face off at 12:30 ET on ESPN+. The Sabres will host the game at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. The Oilers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Sabres. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.<h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres +1.5This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 12:30 ET on Saturday, March 9th.<h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Sabres winning this game by a score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Sabres on the moneyline (+156)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Oilers Have What it Takes in Buffalo?</h3>On the season, the Oilers are 38-21-2 and sit in 2nd place in the Pacific Division and 5th in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference foes, Edmonton is 23-13.

Over their last ten games, the Oilers have gone 6-4, and they have won four straight games when playing as the underdog. On the road this year, Edmonton is 18-13-0.On the season, the Oilers have gone 29-32 against the puck line, including going 3-7 in their last ten games. In their 52 games as the favorite, the Oilers have gone 25-27 against the puck line, and they come in with an average scoring margin of +.6 goals per game.

So far, Edmonton has picked up 26 wins by multiple goals and has gone 12-18 against the puck line on the road. In their last ten road games, the Oilers have gone just 4-6 against the puck line. This season, Edmonton's games are averaging 6.4 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.6. The Oilers currently have an over/under record of 26-32-3.Through their last three road contests, the Oilers offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 2. Edmonton posted an overall record of 2-1 while going 0-3 ATS.On the offensive side, the Oilers are scoring an 3.5 goals per game this season, ranking 8th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 6th in the league. This season, the Oilers are 24-13 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 14-7 record.Edmonton's leading goal scorer is Zach Hyman. So far this season, he has 43 goals, placing him 3rd in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Hyman has 19 assists this season.Buffalo defense takes on the Oilers ranked 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.9 shots per game against Buffalo. They also are 12th in shutouts, with 4 shutouts.Heading into this matchup vs. Buffalo, goalie Stuart Skinner has started 44 games in this season. His current record is 29-13, and his save percentage stands at 0.926%.<h3>Will Buffalo Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3>Buffalo enters the game with a record of 29-31-5 and is in 6th place in the Atlantic Division. In the Eastern Conference, the Sabres are in 13th place. Over their last ten games, Buffalo has gone 5-5 and has lost three straight games.

At home this season, the Sabres have gone 14-17-1, and they are 16-21-4 as the underdog. Against teams in the Eastern Conference, Buffalo has gone 17-21 this season. Over their last five games, the Sabres have gone 2-3.Buffalo comes into this game with a puck line record of 34-30 and their average scoring margin for the year sits at -0.1 goals per game. So far, the Sabres have gone 27-14 against the puck line as the underdog, and they have 21 losses by more than one goal.

As the underdog, Buffalo's puck line record is at 27-14, and they have gone 14-18 against the puck line at home. In their last ten games at home, the Sabres have gone 5-5 vs. the puck line. On average, Buffalo's games have finished with 5.9 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.5. In total, the Sabres come in with an over/under record of 25-37-2.Across their three previous road games, Edmonton has an puck line mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-1 while averaging 2 goals per game.Offensively, the Sabres come into the game at 2.9 goals per contest placing 24th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 11th position in the league. Looking at how the Sabres' offense is performing during power plays, they are 27th in power play goals and 15th in shorthanded goals.Buffalo's leading scorer is JJ Peterka. So far, he has 20 goals which is 66th in the NHL. Peterka also comes into the game with 18 assists.Buffalo defense takes on the Oilers ranked 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.9 shots per game against Buffalo. They also are 12th in shutouts, with 4 shutouts.Heading into this matchup vs. Edmonton, goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has started 36 games in this season. His current record is 19-16, and his save percentage stands at 0.796%.

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