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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Miners? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX. The over/under for this Conference USA conference contest is set at 138.5 points, with UTEP being favored by -2.5 at home against Louisiana Tech.</p><h3>LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS VS UTEP MINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTEP Miners -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTEP MINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Miners.</li><li>Not only will UTEP pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Louisiana Tech Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Louisiana Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with a 74-66 win over Grand Canyon on Monday. The Bulldogs, who were +2.5 point underdogs, not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at halftime, Louisiana Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Grand Canyon 42-33. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 59.3%. They hit 61.8% of their two-point attempts and connected on 35% from beyond the arc, making 7 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 78.6%, going 11-for-14.</p> <p>Sean Newman Jr. led the way with 25 points and 9 assists, hitting 3-of-6 from deep. Daniel Batcho and JaKobe Coles each added 19 points, with Batcho shooting 72.7% and grabbing 7 rebounds. Duke Brennan was efficient as well, hitting 5-of-6 shots and pulling down 7 boards.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's defense gave up 66 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled, as their opponent hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 21/34.</p> <p>From three-point range, Louisiana Tech allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, shooting 78%. Louisiana Tech gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Miners Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>UTEP Miners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Miners improved to 7-3 this season with a 75-74 win over Yale on Saturday. UTEP was a -1.5 favorite going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 149, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>UTEP led 45-33 at halftime but allowed Yale to score 41 points in the second half while putting up just 30 points themselves. Despite the close call, the Miners managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>UTEP's offense was firing from deep in their last game, hitting 11 of 17 threes for a 64.7% shooting percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.7%, with an overall field goal percentage of 48.1%.</p> <p>Riley Fox led the way with 19 points, connecting on 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. Otis Frazier III also shot well from three, hitting 3 of 4 and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>UTEP's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing their opponent to shoot 64% from three, with 11 made threes. Overall, they gave up 74 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UTEP held their opponent to 40% shooting on two-point attempts, but they sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 14.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Pirates and Cougars game? Catch the action at TD Arena in Charleston, SC, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Charleston is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Hampton.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hampton improved to 5-5 on the season with an 83-67 win over Howard on Saturday, December 28th. The Pirates, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 31-23 at halftime, Hampton’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44 points to Howard.</p><p>Hampton put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and hitting 41.9% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, and they also shot 83.3% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pirates dished out 19 assists, with Noah Farrakhan contributing 7 assists along with 17 points. Kyrese Mullen added 9 rebounds and hit 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Hampton's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws at an 83% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from three-point range. The Pirates also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Charleston improved to 9-3 on the season with an 84-81 road win over Charlotte on Wednesday. Despite being -5.5 favorites, the Cougars didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 46-31 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 themselves, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Charleston put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.2%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes (8/28).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 32 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field. Jaehshon Thomas added 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three, while AJ Smith contributed 17 points, connecting on 50% of his threes (2/4).</p><p>Even with Charleston allowing 81 points, they held the opposing team to just 39% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 19 two-pointers on 36 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense limited the other team to 22% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 27 attempts. The Cougars also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25, shooting 75%.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Fighting Irish and Golden Eagles. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 139 points, and the Golden Eagles are favored to win at home against the Fighting Irish.</p><h3>NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Notre Dame Fighting Irish +21</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Marquette winning straight-up, we like Notre Dame at +21.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Fighting Irish Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Notre Dame is currently 4-4 overall after playing eight games. If they win today, they will have a chance to improve their road record, which is currently 1-2. Notre Dame's record vs. the spread heading into today's game stands at 3-4. In away games, they have a 2-1 record vs. the spread this season, while in their previous ten road games, they are 6-4 ATS.</p><p>After eight games, Notre Dame has an over/under record of 1-6-0, with their games averaging a combined 128 points per game so far. When assessing the Fighting Irish's performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 1-2, with their games averaging 126 points per game.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 64.9 points per game, Notre Dame struggled in their previous game. Against Miami (FL), the Fighting Irish scored 49 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 28.6%. The team's top scorer is Markus Burton, who enters today's matchup with an average of 15.1, while Tae Davis also carries a PPG average of 10.4 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Fighting Irish's defense is nationally ranked 61st, allowing 66.0 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Notre Dame's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.3% this season.</p><h3>Can the Golden Eagles Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Marquette will be taking the court for their 10th game of the season, and they currently have a 7-2 overall record. In their previous ten home games, which includes last year, Marquette has a record of 8-2. Against the spread, Marquette has a winning record at 4-3-1. However, when looking at their performance in the last five games, they are 3-1-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Marquette have had an average of 146.2 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 148 points. Their over/under record is 3-5-0. The Golden Eagles' last five games have culminated with an average of 144 points per game and an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>The Marquette offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 64 points versus Wisconsin. During the game, they attempted 29 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 41.8%. The top scorer for the Golden Eagles was Kam Jones with 19 points, while Tyler Kolek also chipped in with 11 points.</p><p>In the current season, the Marquette defense has excelled, sitting 73rd in the nation by allowing 66.8 points per game. In today's game, the Marquette defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 75 points.</p>

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 12/9/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Runnin' Bulldogs and Buccaneers. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buccaneers at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Charleston Southern is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Bulldogs Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb improved to 5-8 on the season with an 84-79 road win over East Carolina on Saturday. The Runnin' Bulldogs entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Gardner-Webb scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-18 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%.</p> <p>Darryl Simmons II led the way with 29 points, hitting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc and shooting 75% overall. Isaiah Richards also had an efficient night, shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 13 rebounds.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 39% from the field on 25 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent hit 46% of their shots, going 18 for 39.</p> <p>From three-point range, Gardner-Webb held the opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 36 times, making 22 for 61%. Gardner-Webb allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Buccaneers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston Southern dropped to 2-11 on the season after an 81-65 loss to Georgia on Sunday, December 22nd. The Buccaneers were +28.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep the final score closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-26 at halftime, Charleston Southern put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Charleston Southern's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they connected on 68.8% of their free throws, going 11-for-16 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly played all 40 minutes, scoring 29 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while De'Shayne Montgomery added 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting in just 22 minutes. Dakota Leffew contributed 19 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and Asa Newell finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Buccaneers couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 51% on 23/45 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston Southern allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 8. The Buccaneers gave up 13 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Revolutionaries and Bobcats. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FloH, and it's hosted by the Bobcats at Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 153 points, and the Bobcats are favored to win at home against the Revolutionaries.</p><h3>GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES VS OHIO BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries +5</p><p>This game will be played at Baha Mar Convention Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-70 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Even though we have Ohio winning straight-up, we like George Washington at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Revolutionaries Offense Score Enough in Nassau?</h3><p>Following a 79-67 victory over New Hampshire in their previous contest, George Washington now boasts a perfect 4-0 record. Over their last ten road games, including last season, George Washington holds a 5-5 record. As of today's game, George Washington holds a 3-1 ATS record. Taking into account the previous season, George Washington has an impressive 8-2 ATS record in their last ten games.</p><p>Through four games, George Washington has an over/under record of 1-3-0 with their games averaging a combined 148.5 points per game so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Revolutionaries' games have averaged 82 points per game, along with an over/under record of 2-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Revolutionaries' offense tallied 79 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 83.5 points per game. Garrett Johnson is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 17.2. Meanwhile, James Bishop also brings a PPG average of 17 into the game.</p><p>In the current season, the George Washington defense has excelled, sitting 56th in the nation by allowing 65.0 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 8.5 threes per game vs. Ohio. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 23.7%.</p><h3>Can Ohio Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Ohio enters their fourth game of the season with a 2-1 record. In their last three games at home, including last year, Ohio has a 1-2 record. Ohio's ATS performance shows a 2-1 record heading into today's game. Taking into account their last ten games, including those from the previous season, Ohio has an ATS record of 7-2-1.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Ohio have had an average of 147 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 151.8 points. Their over/under record is 2-1-0. The Bobcats' last five games have culminated with an average of 82 points per game and an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>In their latest game, Ohio offense put up 71 points against Detroit. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 39.7% and made 10 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Elmore James, who is averaging 14.3 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, AJ Clayton also maintains a PPG average of 13 heading into game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Ohio defense is giving up an average of 68.0 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Detroit, the Titans finished with a field goal percentage of 39% and a total of 52 points vs. Ohio.</p>

George Washington Revolutionaries vs Ohio Bobcats Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/23

<p>The Chiefs and Broncos will face off on Sunday, January 5th at 4:25 ET on CBS. The Broncos are heavily favored with a money line of -578, and the point spread is -10.5 in this week 18 AFC West matchup. The game is being played at Empower Field at Mile High, and the over/under line is set at 39.5 points. The Chiefs' money line odds are +412.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS DENVER BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Broncos -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Empower Field at Mile High at 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Broncos winning this one by a score of 27 to 15</li><li>Not only do we have the Broncos winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -10.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 39.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chiefs Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 15-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC and have a 100% chance of winning the AFC West. They’ve won six straight, including a 19-point victory over the Steelers in week 17. Before that, they defeated the Texans, Browns, Chargers, and Raiders, with their last loss coming in week 11 against the Bills.</p> <p>Kansas City ranks 20th in our power rankings and has a +6.1 scoring margin. They are 7-8-1 against the spread, but have covered in three straight games. Their O/U record is 7-9, with their games averaging 42.1 points.</p><p>In our offensive power rankings, the Chiefs sit 9th in the NFL. They are 11th in points per game (24.1) and 13th in total yards per game (342). Kansas City ranks 10th in passing yards per game (231.8) and 16th in rushing yards per game (110.2). On 3rd down, they lead the NFL with a 50% conversion rate, and they are 4th in red zone attempts, though they rank 24th in red zone conversion percentage (12.3%).</p> <p>Patrick Mahomes is coming off a strong performance in week 17, throwing for 320 yards and 3 touchdowns against the Steelers, with a passer rating of 127. Travis Kelce led the team with 8 catches for 84 yards. Kansas City scored 13 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters in week 17, and they converted 4 of 5 red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their 29-10 win over the Steelers, the Chiefs' defense was strong, allowing just 162 passing yards and forcing five sacks. Despite this, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 202 rushing yards on 31 attempts. Pittsburgh managed just 10 points, and Kansas City's defense didn't allow a passing touchdown.<p></p>The Chiefs also came up with one interception and held the Steelers to a 62.2% completion percentage. However, they did allow Pittsburgh to convert on 50% of their third down attempts. Kansas City's defense was effective in generating pressure, with a +7 advantage in quarterback hits and a +4 advantage in tackles for loss.</p><h3>Are The Broncos Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 18, the Broncos are looking to snap a two-game losing streak, which includes a 30-24 loss to the Bengals in week 17. This dropped Denver to 9-7, putting them 7th in the AFC and 18th in our power rankings. They have a 64.5% chance of making the playoffs but no chance of winning the AFC West.</p> <p>Denver is 11-5 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +4.8. They are 7-0 ATS as favorites and 4-5 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 11-5, with the over hitting in five straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Broncos rank 19th in our offensive power rankings. They are 10th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 24.2, but sit 22nd in passing yards per game (205.6) and total yards per game (314.9). Denver is 17th in rushing yards per game, with 109.4, and 17th in 3rd-down conversions.</p> <p>Bo Nix threw for 219 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 17, with 24 completions on 31 attempts. Marvin Mims Jr. led the team with 8 catches for 103 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Jaleel McLaughlin had 69 rushing yards on 10 carries.</p><p>In their 30-24 overtime loss to the Bengals, the Broncos' defense gave up 384 passing yards on 39 completions. They allowed three passing touchdowns and 499 total yards. Despite this, they put together a strong pass rush, sacking the quarterback seven times and hitting him 11 more times than Denver's QB was hit.<p></p>Cincinnati was able to convert on 53.8% of their third down attempts, and the Broncos' defense struggled to stop the run, allowing 115 rushing yards on 28 attempts.</p>

Kansas City Chiefs vs Denver Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Fighting Illini and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, OR. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 156.5 points, and Oregon is favored by -4.5 vs. Illinois in a Big Ten conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthew Knight Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Ducks.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon winning straight-up, we like Illinois at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Illinois Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Illinois improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 117-64 win over Chicago State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Illini entered the game as -38.5 favorites and covered the spread. The teams combined for 181 points, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>Illinois took control early, leading 60-24 at halftime. They continued to roll in the second half, scoring 57 points while allowing 40.</p><p>Illinois put up 117 points in their last game, shooting 62.1% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.7%, with 26 assists and 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Tomislav Ivisic led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Gabe Spinelli added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 5 threes, while Kylan Boswell recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 assists.</p><p>Despite Illinois giving up 64 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 62% from the field. The Illini couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the opposition hitting 78% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Illinois also allowed 15 threes on 45% shooting. The opponent went to the line 28 times, making 20 free throws. Illinois gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Oregon Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Oregon Ducks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oregon improved to 12-1 on the season with an 89-49 win over Weber State on Sunday. The Ducks, who were -21 point favorites, covered the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>Oregon led 40-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Weber State 49-26. The total points for the game were 138, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 55% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, thanks in part to hitting 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 82.4%, going 14-for-17.</p> <p>Brandon Angel was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5 and hitting his only three-point attempt, finishing with 14 points and 7 rebounds in 20 minutes. Jackson Shelstad led the team with 16 points, shooting 70% overall and 50% from three-point range. Jadrian Tracey also contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite Oregon's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 49 points. However, the Ducks allowed their opponent to shoot 55% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent hit 9 of 22 threes, shooting 40%. The Ducks also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 82%.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Gators and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA. Get ready to place your bets! In this Southeastern matchup, Florida is favored by -4 vs. Georgia. The over/under for the game is 157.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA GATORS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Bulldogs +4</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Georgia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Florida Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>Florida is coming off a win against LSU, 82-80. The Gators have a record of 17-7 this season, including a 7-4 record in Southeastern Conference play. On the road, Florida is 4-6, compared to 13-1 at home.</p>

<p>For the season, the Gators have been favored in 19 of their 24 games, going 15-4 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin on the road is -2.1, and they have gone 2-1 in their last three road games.</p><p>Florida has an ATS record of 11-13 this season and they are 8-11 vs. the spread when favored. On the road, the Gators are 5-5 ATS and they have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last three road games. In their last 10 games as the favorite, Florida has gone 6-4 ATS.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Florida games is 13-10-1 with an average over/under line of 155.8. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 157.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 146 points and their over/under record during that span is 0-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Gators' offense tallied 82 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 84.6 points per game. The team's top scorer is Walter Clayton Jr., who comes into today's matchup with an average of 16.2, while Zyon Pullin also maintains a PPG average of 15.5 leading up to the game.</p><p>Currently, the Gators' defense holds the 278th rank in the nation, allowing 76.6 points per game. Florida's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the LSU offense to knock down 48% of their shots on their way to putting up 80 points.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>The Georgia Bulldogs enter this game as a 4-point underdog, and they have gone just 3-9 as the underdog this season. Overall, they are 14-10, including a 11-4 record at home.</p>

<p>Georgia has lost five straight games, including their most recent game against Arkansas, 78-75. Over their last ten games at home, the Bulldogs have gone 7-3.</p><p>Georgia's ATS record this season is 13-10-1 and they are 7-7-1 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs have gone 7-3 vs. the spread. At home this year, Georgia is just 0-3 ATS in their last three games and 5-4-1 in their last 10.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Georgia games is 11-13 and the average over/under line in their games is 149.4. Currently, the average scoring total in their games is 149.8. Today's over/under line of 157.5 is higher than the average scoring total in their games this season and their average over/under line. Over their last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 141 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Bulldogs' offense tallied 75 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 75.9 points per game. Silas Demary Jr. led the team in scoring, putting up 19 points. Additionally, Justin Hill contributed 18 points for the Bulldogs.</p><p>At this time, the Bulldogs' defense is positioned 214th in the country, permitting 73.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Georgia's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.3% this season.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Jets face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets are hosting the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Jets are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS 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 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Jets winning the game with a predicted 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>Does Anaheim Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 15-17-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Anaheim entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, failing to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p>

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another in the second before getting on the board in the third. Brock McGinn scored at 9:44 in the third period, and Mason McTavish added a goal with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Anaheim's offense fired 39 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish also netted his second, coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless until the 9:44 mark of the third period. They recorded 16 offensive giveaways and finished with a total of three assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks will look to improve after giving up four goals to the Blackhawks. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. Anaheim's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits. The Ducks will need to be better early in games, as they gave up the first three goals to Chicago, including two on the power play.</p><h3>Does Winnipeg Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets moved to 27-11-1 this season. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total of 11 goals easily surpassing the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets rallied to score seven straight goals. Seven different players contributed to the scoring, with two of Winnipeg’s goals coming with an empty net.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with seven different players finding the net. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his third goal of the season, while Logan Stanley added his first. Alex Iafallo scored on the power play, his first goal of the year, and Dylan Samberg netted his third. Nikolaj Ehlers picked up his ninth goal on an empty net, and Cole Perfetti added his fourth, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Jets recorded 34 shots on goal and had 10 assists. Josh Morrissey contributed two assists, bringing his total to 13 for the season. Nikolaj Ehlers and Mark Scheifele each added an assist, giving them 9 and 10 assists, respectively. Winnipeg's offense also had 7 giveaways in the game.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Jets will look to improve after giving up the first two goals and allowing the Lightning to tie the game at 4-4 in the third period. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Hockey Club and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Flames being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Stun the Crowd at Scotiabank Saddledome?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-15-6 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5. Utah, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line.</p> <p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas tied it up with 0:01 left in the second period. The Golden Knights then scored the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal, finding the net three times in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Ian Cole scored his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot netted his second goal of the year at 13:10 in the third period, tying the game 3-3.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to two. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored three unanswered goals, with the first two coming late in the second period and the third at 5:37 in the third. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%, while Utah's defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Calgary Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to Edmonton dropped them to 18-12-7 this season. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score reaching 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up in the third before the Oilers pulled away. The Flames’ goals came from Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich.</p><p>Calgary’s offense came up empty in the first period, but Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second. Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third period.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 22 giveaways. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, while Mikael Backlund added his 4th assist. Kevin Bahl also contributed with his 5th assist on Sharangovich’s goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period, including one just 20 seconds in. After the Flames tied the game at 2-2, they conceded a power-play goal at the 9:50 mark of the third period and an empty-netter with three seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

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<p>The Ravens are heavily favored at -1951 on the money line as they face the Browns on Saturday, January 4th at 4:30 ET on ABC. The Ravens are the home team for this week 18 matchup, and the point spread is at -17.5 in favor of the Ravens. The over/under line is at 41.5 points.</p><h3>CLEVELAND BROWNS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Ravens -17.5</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALTIMORE RAVENS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ravens winning this one by a score of 36 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Ravens winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -17.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Browns Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 3-13 record, the Browns are on a five-game losing streak, including a 20-3 loss to the Dolphins in week 17. Cleveland ranks 31st in our power rankings and has been eliminated from playoff contention. They are 4th in the AFC North and 14th in the conference standings.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Browns are 4-12 and have failed to cover in five straight games. They are 0-4 as favorites and 4-8 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 6-10, with the under hitting in four consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Browns rank 32nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 29th in the NFL in points per game (15.5) and 27th in yards per game (305.2). Despite leading the league in pass attempts, they are 20th in passing yards per game (208.2). On the ground, they rank 28th with 97 rushing yards per game on 23.2 attempts per contest. Cleveland ranks 29th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage but leads the league in red zone conversions, scoring on 55.9% of their trips.</p> <p>Dorian Thompson-Robinson will start at quarterback against the Ravens, despite being limited in practice with a calf injury. In week 17, he threw for 170 yards on 24/47 passing, with one interception. Jerry Jeudy, who is probable for week 18, had 12 catches for 94 yards in week 17. Jerome Ford, who is questionable with an ankle injury, rushed for 92 yards in week 16 and 84 yards in week 15.</p><p>In their 20-3 loss to the Dolphins, the Browns' defense allowed Miami to convert 84.6% of their passes, with 22 completions for 206 yards. Cleveland defended well on third downs, allowing just an 18.2% conversion rate. The Browns' defense also forced four sacks and limited the Dolphins to 74 rushing yards on 27 attempts (2.7 yards per attempt).<p></p>Despite their efforts, the Browns' offense struggled, managing just 3 points. The Dolphins finished with 280 total yards, and Cleveland will be looking for more support from their offense in the future.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 18, the Ravens sit atop the AFC North with an 11-5 record, which includes a three-game winning streak. After a week 13 loss to the Eagles, Baltimore has bounced back with wins over the Giants, Steelers, and Texans, including a 29-point victory over Houston in week 17. The Ravens covered the 6.5-point spread in that game, bringing their ATS record to 9-6-1.</p> <p>Our power rankings have Baltimore 2nd in the NFL, and they have a 94.2% chance of winning the division and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. Their average scoring margin this season is +8.2 points per game, and their O/U record is 12-4, with their games averaging 52.1 points.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Ravens are 1st in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in yards per game (424.2) and rank 3rd in points per game, averaging 30.2. Baltimore has leaned heavily on the run game, ranking 2nd in both rushing attempts (32.4) and rushing yards per game (185.6). On 3rd down, they convert 48% of the time, which is 2nd in the NFL.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson has been on a roll, posting a passer rating of 143 in week 17, with 168 yards and 2 touchdowns on 10/15 passing. Derrick Henry rushed for 147 yards on 27 carries, and Mark Andrews had 68 yards and a touchdown. Baltimore scored 14 points in the 3rd quarter against the Texans and converted all 3 of their red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Ravens' defense didn't allow a touchdown, giving up just two points to the Texans. They were dominant, allowing only 58 rushing yards on 17 attempts and 153 passing yards. Baltimore's defense also came away with five sacks and limited Houston to a 26.7% conversion rate on third downs. They also picked off one pass and held the Texans to 4-of-16 on third down conversions. The Ravens' defense allowed just 211 total yards in the game.</p>

Cleveland Browns vs Baltimore Ravens Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Mocs and Bears are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears will host the game at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA. Chattanooga is favored by -3 in this Southern conference matchup the against Mercer. The over/under for the game is set at 155.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +3</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mocs fell to 6-5 on the season after a 74-65 road loss to Indiana on Saturday, December 21st. Chattanooga entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs but kept things closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Chattanooga trailed 41-38 at halftime and were outscored 33-27 in the 2nd half. The combined points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Chattanooga put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with 10 made threes on 28 attempts.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. Mackenzie Mgbako added 14 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 75% from deep, while Malik Reneau also contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Mocs allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 24 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga held their opponent to 25% shooting, as they connected on just 5 of 20 three-point attempts. The Mocs also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Mercer?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer improved to 5-6 on the season with a 71-68 road win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 28th. The Bears entered the game as +1 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 40-37 at halftime and both teams scored 31 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 157.5 over/under line.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They connected on 31.2% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-32 from beyond the arc, and hit 51.5% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they struggled, making just 58.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Ahmad Robinson led the way with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 44.4% overall and 40.0% from three. Cesare Edwards contributed 20 points, hitting 60.0% of his shots, while Tyler Johnson added 19 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 30.0% from three-point range.</p><p>Mercer’s defense held their opponent to 68 points while giving up 40% shooting from the field. The Bears allowed 28 made field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mercer’s defense limited their opponent to 6/22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 6 shots for 42%.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Nittany Lions game? Catch the action at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA, as the Nittany Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Northwestern Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 10-3 on the season with an 85-60 home win over Northeastern on Sunday. The Wildcats, who entered the game as 14-point favorites, covered the spread, and the total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> <p>After leading just 35-33 at halftime, Northwestern dominated the second half, scoring 50 points while holding Northeastern to 27.</p><p>Northwestern's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 67.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 25 threes, shooting 36%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Ty Berry led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 8 for 10 overall. Brooks Barnhizer added 22 points and 10 rebounds, while LA Pratt contributed 18 points and 7 boards. Masai Troutman was also a key contributor, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Northwestern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 53% from the field. The Wildcats had particular difficulty defending inside, as the other team connected on 67% of their two-point attempts, going 21/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws, hitting 72%. The Wildcats gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Nittany Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-66 win over Penn on Sunday. The Nittany Lions were -26 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 34-31 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by scoring 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 152, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 22 of 26 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Michael Zanoni led the way with 27 points, connecting on 7 of 12 threes. Ace Baldwin contributed 23 points and 10 assists, while Yanic Konan Niederhauser added 19 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, Penn State's defense held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 84% from the stripe. Penn State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Phoenix versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at Corbett Sports Center in Greensboro, NC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Elon is favored bt -6.5 vs. North Carolina A&T. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corbett Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina A&T pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Phoenix Defense Show Up in Greensboro?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon improved to 7-4 on the season with a 73-59 win over Marshall on Saturday, December 28th. The Phoenix were -5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Elon led 37-28 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Marshall 36-31. The total points for the game ended up at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 73 points in their latest game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, and they hit 76% of their free throws, going 19-for-25 from the line.</p> <p>Nick Dorn and Mikal Dawson led the way, both playing 38 minutes. Dorn hit 6 threes, shooting 60% from deep and overall, finishing with 29 points. Dawson added 24 points, shooting 55.6% from three and overall, connecting on 5 threes. Sam Sherry contributed 17 points and 13 rebounds, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Elon Phoenix held their opponent to 59 points on 40% shooting from the field, as they went 23/57. Inside the arc, the opposition shot 45%, hitting 15 of their 33 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Elon’s defense limited their opponent to 8/24 shooting, or 33%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 19 attempts for 76%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina A&T?</h3><p>The Aggies improved to 3-10 on the season with an 85-72 win over North Carolina Central on Saturday. Playing at home, North Carolina A&T entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T led 46-39 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Eagles 39-33. The game’s total points of 157 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 156.5.</p><p>Ryan Forrest led the Aggies with 30 points on 66.7% shooting, including 2-of-4 from deep, in their win. Landon Glasper added 25 points, hitting 5-of-12 from three, while Po'Boigh King contributed 21 points despite shooting just 35% overall and 25% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T shot 46.8% from the field and 38.5% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They also connected on 17-of-24 free throws (70.8%) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, finishing with 18 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense gave up 72 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field, including 52% on two-point attempts (19/36). They also allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, their opponents hit 17 of 24 shots, making 70%. The Aggies also conceded 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs North Carolina A&T Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

David Fletcher and the Los Angeles Angels will take the field against their division rival Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. ATTSN Southwest will showcase the matchup and the first pitch will be at 7:10 p.m. ET.


<h2>Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Odds</h2>

The Astros are 101-53 straight up (SU) and 82-71 against the spread (ATS). The team hasn't moved the needle a lot for gamblers, gaining 4.7 units for bettors taking the moneyline while gaining 1.4 units ATS. The Angels, on the other hand, are 69-85 SU and have gone 75-78 ATS. They're down 19.8 units for moneyline gamblers and 6.0 units ATS.

Houston games have an over/under record of 68-80-5 in 2019. The Angels have an over/under record of 73-69-11.

Patrick Sandoval will get the start for the visiting Angels. The left-handed Sandoval is 0-3 with a 4.91 ERA and 38 strikeouts. He has yet to face the Astros this year and did not record a start against them in 2018, either.

The Astros will turn to lefty Wade Miley (14-5, 3.71 ERA), who has 138 strikeouts and 58 walks as well as a 1.31 WHIP. Miley is 3-0 with nine strikeouts and a 2.20 ERA over three starts against Los Angeles this year.

As a unit, Houston’s pitching staff has given up 4.0 runs per game overall this year. Its starters have an ERA of 3.65, a WHIP of 1.09 and a strikeouts-per-nine of 10.5. The bullpen has a 3.81 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 9.8 K/9. In 68 divisional games, Astros starters have an ERA of 3.79 and the bullpen's ERA is 3.45.

Houston’s offense is putting up 5.7 runs per contest, including 6.2 per game against divisional foes and 6.2 per game over its last five. The team has hit .278/.362/.563 over its last five contests and is 5-0 SU during that span.

Outfielder Michael Brantley and first baseman Yuli Gurriel have led the Astros' hitters this year. Brantley is hitting .315/.377/.506 with 21 home runs, 86 RBIs and 86 runs scored, and Gurriel's line is .304/.349/.553 with 30 homers, 102 RBIs and 82 runs scored.

In the visiting dugout, Los Angeles' pitching staff allowed 5.4 runs per game and its starters own a 5.61 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 8.49 K/9. The bullpen has an ERA of 4.68, along with a WHIP of 1.39.

The Angels offense has slashed .249/.328/.425 on its way to 4.8 runs scored per game this year, including 4.9 runs per game against divisional foes and 2.8 per game over the team's last five outings (2-3 SU).

Los Angeles' offensive production has been led by David Fletcher and Mike Trout. Fletcher is hitting .288/.348/.383 with five home runs, 46 RBIs and 79 runs scored, while Trout (.291/.438/.645) has produced 45 homers, 104 RBIs and 110 runs scored.

The Angels have lost 10.5 units and are 24-27 ATS when facing a left-handed starting pitcher this season. The over has cashed in 23 of those games, compared to 26 that've hit the under in such games. On the other hand, the Astros have netted 13.2 units and are 24-20 ATS when facing a lefty starter. The over has cashed in 15 of those games, compared to 27 that went under the total.


<h3>Los Angeles Angels at Houston Astros MLB Tip</h3>

<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Astros, ATS Winner – Angels, O/U – OVER
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Betting Trends

The under has hit in four of Los Angeles' last seven games.

The Angels have an OPS of .754 this season, including an OPS of .735 against left-handed pitchers. The Astros' OPS stands at .852 overall and .875 against lefties.

The Angels have dropped three of their last four games SU.

Houston has recorded 26.0 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 contests and 25.8 over its last five.

The Angels have hit nine home runs in their last 10 games. The Astros have hit 30 over their last 10.</div>

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<p>Betting on today's Oilers and Kings game? Catch the action at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, as the Kings hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 in this Pacific division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Kings.</li><li>We like the Kings on the moneyline (+109)</li><li>The Kings are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Oilers Grab a Win in Los Angeles?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 21-11-2 this season. Edmonton, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton's offense struck early in their 4-2 win over Calgary, with Leon Draisaitl netting his 9th goal just 20 seconds into the game. Jeff Skinner followed with his 3rd goal at 11:48 in the first period. Zach Hyman added his 3rd goal on a power play, and Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd of the season.</p> <p>The Oilers fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who scored early, also picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 8. Edmonton finished with 6 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers gave up the first goal of the game at 4:33 into the 2nd period and another at 4:28 into the 3rd, but they didn't allow another after that, securing a 4-2 win over the Flames. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can the Kings Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings moved to 19-10-5 this season. Los Angeles held a 3-2 lead until the Blackhawks tied it up with just 31 seconds left in the third period, then went on to win in the shootout.</p> 

<p>The Kings were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 7 went over the line.</p><p>Alex Laferriere found the net twice for the Kings, bringing his goal tally to 8 on the season. His first goal came on a power play in the opening period, and he added another in the second. Phillip Danault scored his first goal of the season in the third period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal but were held to just 3 goals in their 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. They had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead late in the 3rd period, but their defense allowed Chicago to tie the game at 3-3 with just 31 seconds remaining. The Kings then gave up 3 shootout goals, resulting in a 4-3 loss. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with an 85.7% save percentage, while the Kings' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

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