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<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>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Hatters and Royals game? Catch the action at Curry Arena in Charlotte, NC, as the Royals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Queens (NC) is favored by -8.5 vs. Stetson in a Atlantic Sun conference matchup.</p><h3>STETSON HATTERS VS QUEENS (NC) ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stetson Hatters +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curry Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STETSON HATTERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-66 in favor of the Hatters.</li><li>Not only will Stetson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hatters Win in Charlotte?</h3><p>Stetson's season continued its rough start with an 85-45 loss to Florida on Sunday, dropping the Hatters to 0-11. Despite being +39 point underdogs, they failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 46-27 at halftime, Stetson managed just 18 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined score of 130 points came in well under the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Stetson's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 45 points on 26.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 29.4%, and they hit only 3 of 24 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 12.5% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Alijah Martin and Will Richard were the bright spots, with Martin scoring 18 points and Richard adding 17 on 72.7% shooting. Walter Clayton Jr. also contributed 12 points, hitting 80% of his shots and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Stetson's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Hatters gave up 26 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponent.</p><h3>Will the Royals Win at Curry Arena?</h3><h3>Queens (NC) Royals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Queens (NC) fell to 5-6 on the season after an 80-62 loss to Ole Miss on Saturday, December 21st. The Royals were significant underdogs at +27.5 but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 38-33 at halftime, Queens was outscored 42-29 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 152 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Queens (NC) Royals put up 62 points, shooting 45.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.9%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and connected on 35.5% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes on 31 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 5 of 11, or 45.5%.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 25 points, shooting 64.3% overall, though he was just 1 of 4 from three. Maban Jabriel added 15 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Royals dished out 19 assists and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Queens (NC) gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 31 of 65 shots. Inside the arc, the Royals allowed 63% shooting, as the opponent connected on 24 of 38 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Queens (NC) held the opposition to 25% shooting, as they made just 7 of 27 attempts. The Royals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 shots for 78%.</p>

Stetson Hatters vs Queens (NC) Royals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lancers and Blue Hose face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose are hosting the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. In this Big South matchup, Longwood is favored bt -1.5 vs. Presbyterian. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Hose.</li><li>Not only will Presbyterian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lancers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers fell to 8-4 on the season after a 98-82 road loss to SMU on Sunday, December 29th. Longwood came into the game as +18.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Longwood allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Longwood put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. They connected on 51.7% of their two-point attempts and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Boopie Miller led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Yohan Traore and Elijah Tucker each added 20 points, with Traore also pulling down 11 rebounds. Matt Cross and Colby Garland chipped in 19 points apiece, with Garland handing out a team-high 11 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside, as the other team made 70% of their two-point attempts, going 21/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 26 free throws at an 83% rate. Longwood gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian's season record fell to 4-8 after a 69-59 loss to South Carolina on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 128, which was under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Presbyterian led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 45. The Blue Hose will look to build on their strong first-half performance as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the way with 27 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/13, hitting 38% of their threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Blue Hose gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Demon Deacons versus the Cavaliers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and Virginia is favored to win by -3 at home vs. Wake Forest.</p><h3>WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Cavaliers -3</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Not only will Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Wake Forest Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Wake Forest comes into this game with a record of 16-8 and an 8-5 record in the ACC. They have struggled on the road this season, going just 2-6 compared to their 14-2 record at home.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 road games, the Demon Deacons have gone just 3-7, including a 1-4 record in their last five. Most recently, they fell to Duke by a score of 77-69.</p><p>Against the spread, Wake Forest has a record of 12-11-1 this season. On the road, they have gone 2-6 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Demon Deacons are just 1-6 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Wake Forest is only 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Wake Forest games sits at 14-10. The average over/under line in their games is 148.1 and today's line of 130.5 is lower than any of their previous lines this season. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 146 points and their over/under record during that stretch is 1-2. On the year, 22 of their games have finished with more points than today's line.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Wake Forest offense tallied 69 points in a matchup against Duke. Their field goal percentage for the game was 39.1%, and they made 6 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Hunter Sallis with 22 points. Andrew Carr also added 12 points for the Demon Deacons.</p><p>At present, the Demon Deacons' defense is nationally ranked 134th, allowing 70.7 points per game. In today's game vs. Virginia, the Wake Forest defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Wake Forest made 18 free-throws vs. the Demon Deacons.</p><h3>Can Virginia Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Virginia has been dominant at home this season, going 15-1 with an average scoring margin of +15.9 points per game. The Cavaliers have won four straight games on the road, but their average scoring margin away from home is -8.1 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, Virginia is 19-6 this season, including a 10-4 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play. The Cavaliers are favored by three points against Wake Forest, and they are 17-3 this season when favored.</p><p>As the favorite, Virginia has gone 12-7-1 against the spread this season. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cavaliers have a mark of 6-3-1 vs. the spread. At home this year, Virginia is 10-5-1 ATS.</p><p>Virginia's over/under record this season is 12-13 and the average point total in their games is 124. Today's over/under line of 130.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (126.8). So far, 16 of their games have finished with less points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 129 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Cavaliers' offense finished with 63 points, which is right in line with their current average of 65.6 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Reece Beekman, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14, while Isaac McKneely also carries a PPG average of 12.5 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Cavaliers' defense is positioned 4th in the country, permitting 58.4 points per game. So far, the Virginia defense is giving up an average of 8.1 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 7.8 times per game (348th).</p>

Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Virginia Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bisons and Dolphins. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Dolphins at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! Lipscomb is favored by -5.5 in this Atlantic Sun conference contest against Jacksonville. The game's over/under currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LIPSCOMB BISONS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bisons Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Lipscomb fell to 6-5 on the season after a narrow 67-65 loss to Middle Tennessee on Thursday. The Bisons were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but couldn’t pull off the win. The total points for the game ended at 132, well below the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Lipscomb trailed 37-30 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 35 of their own. Despite the improved effort after the break, they came up just short in the end.</p><p>Lipscomb's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely thanks to their 58.8% shooting on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 threes for a 22.2% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bisons connected on 13 of 17 attempts, shooting 76.5%. They only managed 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 12 assists. Jacob Ognacevic led the way with 32 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 33.3% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 offensive rebounds, the Bisons held their opponent to 67 points on 38% shooting from the field. Lipscomb limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 42%, with 18 makes on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lipscomb's defense allowed just 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13, shooting 59%.</p><h3>Will Jacksonville Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville fell to 4-6 on the season after an 86-66 road loss to UCF on Saturday, December 21st. The Dolphins entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville trailed 47-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 39. The total points for the game ended at 152, going over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they hit 77.8% from the free-throw line, going 14-for-18.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 71.4% overall. Jordan Ivy-Curry added 19 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Robert McCray contributed 18 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 46 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville gave up 10 threes on 17 attempts, also at a 58% clip. They sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22 for 88%.</p>

Lipscomb Bisons vs Jacksonville Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Eagles face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Winthrop as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 165.5 points.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Winthrop winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 165.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can USC Upstate Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>USC Upstate fell to 1-11 on the season after a 72-64 home loss to Youngstown State on Saturday. The Spartans entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 27-23 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and hitting only 1 of 18 three-point attempts for a 5.6% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 35.8%, though they did manage to convert 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Mister Dean led the Spartans with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Nico Galette added 20 points, hitting 42.9% of his threes, while Breylin Garcia contributed 16 points on 77.8% shooting. USC Upstate also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 72 points, USC Upstate's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including a dismal 5% from three-point range, where they hit only 1 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 46% on two-pointers, going 23/49. USC Upstate also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%. The Spartans allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Winthrop Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop fell to 7-5 on the season after a 77-68 road loss to Indiana on Sunday. The Eagles entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Winthrop trailed 41-37 at halftime and scored 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 163.5 O/U line.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Myles Rice led the Eagles with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14. Doucet also pulled down 12 rebounds, and Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Winthrop's defense giving up 77 points, they managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 1 three-pointer on 20 attempts, a 5% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, though, Winthrop struggled, allowing 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 18 free throws (69%).</p>

USC Upstate Spartans vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Broncos and Toreros game? Catch the action at Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego, CA, as the Toreros hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. Santa Clara is favored by -13.5 in this West Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 152.5 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS SAN DIEGO TOREROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Toreros +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jenny Craig Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO TOREROS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Toreros.</li><li>Not only will San Diego pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Broncos Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara fell to 9-6 on the season after a 97-94 loss to San Francisco on Monday. The Broncos were +4 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread. The total points of 191 far exceeded the over/under line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Santa Clara led 47-45 at halftime but were outscored 41-39 in the second half. Despite the loss, the Broncos showed they could compete on the road.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a field goal percentage of 50.8%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.3%, thanks in part to their 65.6% shooting from two-point range. They also hit 11 threes, shooting 35.5% from beyond the arc, and added 19 points from the free-throw line, despite shooting just 65.5% from the stripe.</p> <p>Malik Thomas led the way with 34 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range and adding 8 rebounds. Marcus Williams contributed 23 points and 8 assists, while Johnny O'Neil was nearly perfect, going 7 for 8 from the field and hitting 4 of 5 threes to finish with 20 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>Santa Clara’s defense struggled, giving up 97 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Broncos allowed 24 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 66% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Santa Clara’s opponent hit 10 of 30 threes, while also going 19/31 from the free-throw line. The Broncos gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does San Diego Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>San Diego Toreros Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>San Diego improved to 3-10 on the season with a 75-65 home win over Pacific on Monday, December 30th. The Toreros entered the game as slight -1 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>San Diego led 35-31 at halftime and outscored Pacific 40-34 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>San Diego's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 45% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-20 from deep, and hit 73.7% of their free throws, making 14-of-19 from the line.</p> <p>Steven Jamerson II led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 9-of-12 from the field. Elijah Fisher added 20 points and 10 boards, hitting 7-of-10 shots. The Toreros also got 20 assists as a team, with Bendji Pierre knocking down 3-of-5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>San Diego's defense gave up 65 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Toreros allowed 17 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, San Diego's defense saw the other team hit 9 of 20 shots, good for 45%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 14 free throws, a 73% success rate. The Toreros limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5 in the game.</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs San Diego Toreros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Two teams heading in opposite directions will meet in Milwaukee tonight as the Nets (12-21) have dropped three straight and are 14-point underdogs to the Bucks (17-14), who have won three in a row and are currently fifth in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will tip-off at 8:00 ET and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -14</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-95 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Nets?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 12-21 on the season after a 130-113 loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Brooklyn entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 243, well over the 218.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn led 33-26 after the 1st quarter but allowed 39 points in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, the Nets were down 94-91, but a 10-0 run by the Raptors put the game out of reach, as Toronto outscored Brooklyn 36-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their loss to the Raptors, the Nets shot 48.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.7% of their threes, with 11 made in total. Cameron Johnson led the way with 24 points, connecting on 3 threes at a 60% rate, while D'Angelo Russell added 22 points and 8 assists, shooting 69.2% from the floor.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 17 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall and 25% from three, making 3 triples. Nic Claxton chipped in 16 points, with 6 coming in the opening quarter.</p><p>The Nets struggled defensively on Wednesday, giving up 130 points to the Raptors. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 39 points. Brooklyn also gave up 36 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Raptors shot 59% from the field, including 50% from three-point range, hitting 16 threes. The Nets sent Toronto to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. Brooklyn finished with 28 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 17-14 on the season with a 120-112 win over the Pacers on Tuesday. Milwaukee, favored by 2 points, covered the spread with the 8-point victory. The game’s total of 232 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 230.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 12-0 run was key in the win, as they extended their lead from 83-66 to 95-66. After trailing 91-88 going into the 4th quarter, the Bucks outscored the Pacers 32-21 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered 13 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists in the Bucks' win over the Pacers. Brook Lopez added 16 points, while Khris Middleton contributed 15 despite shooting 36.4% from the field.</p> <p>The Bucks shot 46.4% overall, hitting 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Gary Trent and Bobby Portis each scored 14 points, with Trent adding 8 points in the 1st quarter and 6 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Bucks tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 27 points in the 3rd quarter and 21 in the 4th, helping them secure a win over the Pacers. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Indiana to 13 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. The Pacers also went 19/30 from the free-throw line. The Bucks finished with 38 defensive rebounds and 10 steals.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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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>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Oregon Ducks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

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<p>Betting on today's Rockets and Mountaineers game? Catch the action at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC, as the Mountaineers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150 points, and Appalachian State is favored by -6.5 vs. Toledo.</p><h3>TOLEDO ROCKETS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toledo Rockets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOLEDO ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have Appalachian State winning straight-up, we like Toledo at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Through 23 games, Toledo is 15-8 overall and 9-2 in Mid-American Conference play. They have gone 6-4 on the road this season, and their average scoring margin on the road is +1.9. Over their last 10 games on the road, the Rockets are 6-4.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Toledo has gone 4-5 this season. They are 11-3 when favored, and they have been the underdog in nine of their 23 games. The Rockets come into this game having won their last game, a 91-87 victory over Eastern Michigan.</p><p>As the underdog, Toledo has gone 5-4 vs. the spread this season. On the road, the Rockets are 5-5 ATS this year and 11-12 overall. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Toledo has a .500 ATS mark of 5-5.</p><p>This season, Toledo's over/under record sits at 12-11. So far, their average game has finished with 155.7 points, which is slightly higher than the average over/under line in their games of 155. Today's over/under line of 150 is lower than the average scoring total in their last three games (158) and their average scoring total this year (155.7).</p><p>Toledo's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 91 points against Eastern Michigan. They had an overall field goal percentage of 54.2% and made 22/29 free throws. Ra'Heim Moss is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 16.5 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Dante Maddox Jr. brings a PPG average of 15.3 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Toledo defense is giving up an average of 76.0 points per contest. Toledo's three-point defense is currently 163rd in the country at 7.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 48.9% of their shots vs. Toledo.</p><h3>Will Appalachian State Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Appalachian State enters this game as 6.5-point favorites, and they have been the better team this season. They have gone 19-5 overall, including a 10-1 record at home. On the other hand, Toledo is 7-4 on the road.</p>

<p>App State is coming off a 63-56 loss to Texas State. This season, they have gone 14-4 when favored, while Toledo is 3-1 as the underdog. The Mountaineers have won five straight at home and have gone 9-1 in their last ten games in Boone.</p><p>Appalachian State has an ATS record of 6-5 at home this season and is 10-8 vs. the spread when favored this year. Their ATS mark over their last 3 home games is 2-1 and 5-4 over their last 10 at home. The Mountaineers' ATS record as the favorite over their last 3 games is 1-2 and 5-5 over their last 10 as the favorite.</p><p>Appalachian State's over/under record for the season is 12-10 and today's line of 150 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (141.3). So far, 15 of their games have finished with less than 150 points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average of 146 points scored in those games.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Appalachian State offense put up just 56 points vs. the Texas State Bobcats. Overall, they are now averaging 77.3 points per game which is 104th in the country. Tre'Von Spillers is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 13.6 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Donovan Gregory brings a PPG average of 12.2 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Mountaineers' defense is positioned 35th in the country, permitting 65.3 points per game. So far, the Appalachian State defense is giving up an average of 8.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.3 times per game (435th).</p>

Toledo Rockets vs Appalachian State Mountaineers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Betting on today's Gauchos and Rainbow Warriors game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Rainbow Warriors hosts this showdown at 11:59 ET on ESPN+. This Big West conference matchup has an over/under of 136.5 points, and Hawaii is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. UC Santa Barbara.</p><h3>UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog UC Santa Barbara?</h3><h3>UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Gauchos dropped to 6-5 on the season after a 68-56 road loss to Missouri State on Sunday, December 22nd. UCSB entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 31-25 at halftime, UCSB allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The combined points of 124 fell short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, UC Santa Barbara managed just 56 points, shooting 41.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.9%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 18 attempts, and went 10 for 16 from the free-throw line, shooting 62.5%.</p> <p>Dez White led the Gauchos with 26 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range at 60.0%. Kenny Pohto added 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. UCSB recorded 9 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, UC Santa Barbara's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 48% from the field. The Gauchos allowed 22 made field goals on 45 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 6 of 13 threes, shooting 46%. UC Santa Barbara also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws at a 75% rate.</p><h3>Will the Rainbow Warriors Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 6-4 on the season with a 73-70 win over Oakland on Wednesday. The Rainbow Warriors were favored by 3.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which went over the pre-game line of 134.</p> <p>Hawaii led 32-25 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the second half while scoring 32 of their own. Despite the win, the Rainbow Warriors will need to tighten up defensively in future games.</p><p>Hawaii managed 73 points in their latest game, shooting just 39% from the field and 22.7% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, and they were 48.6% on two-point shots, converting 18 of 37.</p> <p>Malcolm Christie led the way with 27 points, despite shooting 8 of 24 overall and 7 of 22 from deep. Gytis Nemeiksa added 25 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 42.9% from the field and 40% from three. Hawaii also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists, with a 75.9% mark from the free-throw line, hitting 22 of 29 attempts.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field on 23/59 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 18/37 shooting for 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held the other team to 5/22 shooting, or 22%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws for 75%. Hawaii allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<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>The Beavers and Lions are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions will host the game at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Oregon State is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference contest against Loyola Marymount. The game's over/under currently sits at 136.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Beavers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 10-3 on the season with an 89-79 win over the Portland Pilots on Monday. The Beavers were -17.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Oregon State led 46-39 at halftime and added 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The combined points of 168 went over the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 61.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 70.2%. They shot 73.5% on two-pointers and 43.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. The Beavers also connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Rataj led the way with 28 points and 5 assists, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Austin Rapp added 22 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Beavers dished out 22 assists as a team, with 6 players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Oregon State struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beavers gave up 25 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 73% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 10 threes on 23 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 43%.</p><h3>Will Loyola Marymount Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Loyola Marymount Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Marymount fell to 7-6 on the season after a 73-59 road loss to Washington State on Monday. The Lions, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>LMU trailed 36-34 at halftime but managed just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Marymount struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 59 points with a field goal percentage of 39.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc. They made 20 of 37 two-point shots, good for 54.1%, and connected on 10 of 15 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>The Lions recorded 6 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game. Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Calmese shooting 52.9% from the field and Stone-Carrawell hitting 50% overall, including 2 of 4 from three-point range. Tomas Thrastarson contributed 17 points, making 4 of 5 threes and shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field, converting 28 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, resulting in a 55% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Marymount's defense gave up 7 three-pointers on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>From Citi Field in New York, the Rockies and Mets face off in an NL matchup. First pitch for this one is set for 4:10 PM ET. Christian Scott is starting for the Mets, and the Rockies are starting Ryan Feltner.</p>

<p>The Mets are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -230 compared to the Rockies at +191. Currently, the Rockies are 5th in the NL West, while the Mets are 3rd in the NL East. New York comes in with a record of 48-45, while the Rockies are 33-62 overall. SNY will be televising this one.</p><h3>COLORADO ROCKIES VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 4:10 ET on Saturday, July 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROCKIES VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York picked up a 7-6 win over the Rockies in the most recent game of this series. The Mets had a three-run lead going into the 8th inning, and the Rockies scored three runs in the 9th but fell short. Heading into the game, the Mets were favored at -288 on the money line.</p>

<p>Sean Manaea started for the Mets and picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up three earned runs. He finished the game with nine strikeouts but issued a season-high seven walks. As for the Rockies, Tanner Gordon got the start and took the loss, giving up six earned runs in just three innings of work.</p>

<p>Harrison Bader and Jose Iglesias each homered for the Mets, while Mark Vientos went 2/3 with a double and two RBIs. Michael Toglia hit the game's only other home run while going 1/4 with three RBIs.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>Colorado is 33-62 overall, putting them 5th in the NL West, and they trail the Dodgers by 23 games in the division. The Rockies dropped the first game of this series vs. the Mets and have lost two straight games overall.</p>

<p>So far, the Rockies have really struggled on the road, going 13-35 compared to 20-27 at home. They have really struggled in day games this year, going just 10-25. As the underdog, Colorado is 33-62 this year, and they have lost two straight games as the underdog. The Rockies' overall series record is 5-22-3, and they are 4-6 across their last 10 games.</p><p>Colorado is 46-49 against the run line this season, including 22-26 on the road. The Rockies have a run differential of -1.8 runs per game, and their average run differential in losses is -4.2 runs per game.</p><p>The Colorado Rockies are on the road today against the New York Mets. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average in Rockies games this season is 10.0. Their over/under record for the season is 49-44. The average over/under line in Rockies games is 10 runs. Their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 7-7. The over has hit in four straight Rockies games.</p><p>Ryan Feltner gets the start for the Rockies today as he faces the Mets on the road. So far this season, he has made 18 starts and has a record of 1-8. Feltner's ERA is 5.29, and he has a WHIP of 1.43. In his 18 appearances, he has turned in six quality starts. Feltner's most recent outing came on July 8th, where he took the loss, giving up two earned runs in seven innings of work. Before that outing, he had given up at least four earned runs in three straight starts. The right-hander has allowed a total of 12 homers this season.</p><p>So far this season, the Rockies offense is averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. They have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 4.6 runs per game. As a team, the Rockies are batting a collective .243, which is 10th in the league, and are 16th in home runs. The team's collective on-base percentage is just 13th in the league, and they are also near the bottom of the league in terms of strikeouts.</p>

<p>Colorado's top power threats are Ryan McMahon and Brenton Doyle, who are tied for the team lead with 14 homers. McMahon also leads the team with 45 RBIs and is batting .272 this season. Doyle has gone 3/17 in his last five games, but all three of those hits have been home runs. Shortstop Ezequiel Tovar has gone deep 12 times this season and is batting .267.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are 48-45 overall this season, and they are currently 12.5 games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. New York has picked up four straight wins and will be taking on the Rockies at home today. In the NL East, they are 3rd and 16-12 against other teams in the division.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 25-25 this season and 23-20 on the road. New York has been good as the favorite this year, going 29-23, and they are 19-22 as the underdog. The Mets have won four straight at home, and their overall series record is 14-13-5.</p><p>When it comes to run line betting, the New York Mets have been a better option on the road, where they are 24-19 against the run line, compared to just 20-30 at home. Overall, the Mets are 44-49 against the run line this season, with an average run margin of 0.1 runs per game. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 24-17 against the run line, compared to just 20-32 as the favorite.</p>The Mets are playing at home against the Rockies today, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Mets games this season is 9.6 runs, and their over/under record is 49-41. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 16-10. Overall, 22 of their games have had an over/under line set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 23.7% of their games.<p>Through seven starts, Christian Scott has yet to pick up a win, as he is 0-2 with a 4.15 ERA. Scott has made three quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow a run. Against the Pirates on July 8th, he went 5 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, three hits, and one walk. Scott finished with a no-decision in that outing. Overall, he has a WHIP of 1.03 and is averaging 6.92 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, Scott has allowed five home runs. Looking back at his last four outings, he has finished with a no-decision in each one.</p>
<p>So far this season, the Mets have been one of the league's best offensive teams, averaging 4.9 runs per game (7th) and have been even better on the road, averaging 5.4 runs per contest. As a team, they are 4th in home runs and have the league's 5th best on-base percentage. New York also comes into the game with the league's 5th best slugging percentage.</p>

<p>Brandon Nimmo has been hot of late, going 6/22 in his last five games with three homers and nine RBIs. This has helped him move into the team's top spot in RBIs (62) and put him 2nd in home runs (16). Nimmo also has the Mets' longest active hitting streak at seven games.</p>

Colorado Rockies vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction 7/13/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wolves and Monarchs game? Catch the action at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, VA, as the Monarchs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Arkansas State is favored by -11.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Old Dominion. The over/under for the game is set at 154.5 points.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS OLD DOMINION MONARCHS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chartway Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Monarchs.</li><li>Not only will Old Dominion pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Red Wolves Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Arkansas State Red Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas State improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 97-67 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. The Red Wolves, who were favored by 15 points, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 164 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 53-22 at halftime, Arkansas State’s defense slipped in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 44. Despite the defensive letdown, they maintained control and secured the win.</p><p>Arkansas State's offense exploded for 97 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and an impressive 53.3% from three-point range, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a remarkable 68.3%, and they also connected on 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Josh Hill led the way with 26 points in just 16 minutes, shooting 50% from three on 6 of 12 attempts. Jordan Battle added 20 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Joseph Pinion contributed 19 points, knocking down 4 of 7 threes. The Red Wolves dished out 20 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Arkansas State's defensive efforts, they gave up 67 points, with their opponent shooting 55% from the field. The Red Wolves allowed 33 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arkansas State's opponent shot 53%, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 for 78%.</p><h3>Do the Monarchs Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Old Dominion improved to 3-8 on the season with an 80-75 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Monarchs not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>ODU led 32-29 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 39. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% of their threes (8/24) and were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts (83.3%). Offensive rebounding was a key factor, as they grabbed 19 boards on that end.</p> <p>Robert Davis Jr. led the way with 32 points, hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip (7/14) and shooting 47.1% overall. Jacob Wilson added 23 points, connecting on 5 of 8 from deep (62.5%), while also contributing 6 rebounds. R.J. Blakney was a force on the boards, pulling down 13 rebounds to go along with 11 points.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense held their opponent to 75 points on 36% shooting from the field, as they went 24/65 overall. The Monarchs limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting just 35% of their shots inside the arc, going 17/48.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent shot 41%, making 7 of their 17 attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 20 of 26 attempts, shooting 76%. Old Dominion also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Old Dominion Monarchs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Maple Leafs and Islanders face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Islanders are hosting the game at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. In this Eastern matchup, the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 goals against the Islanders. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Islanders winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Islanders on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Islanders are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Toronto Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Toronto fell to 23-13-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. The Maple Leafs trailed early, giving up a goal at 9:41 in the first period, but William Nylander tied it with a power-play goal at 19:08. The game stayed even until the Wild scored at 2:14 in overtime.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. Toronto, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Their record now stands at 23-13-2.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, scoring on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th assist on the play.</p> <p>Toronto fired 28 shots on goal but came up empty after Nylander's early tally. The Maple Leafs had 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will New York Win at Home?</h3><p>The Islanders fell to 14-17-7 with a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. The Islanders were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>New York found themselves down 2-0 before Casey Cizikas scored at 15:22 in the second period. The Islanders added another goal in the second, but the Rangers pulled away with two more goals in the third period.</p><p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Casey Cizikas scored his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with Nelson's goal coming just 8 seconds before the end of the second period.</p> <p>New York registered 23 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Pierre Engvall and Simon Holmstrom picked up assists on Cizikas' goal, with Holmstrom now having 4 assists this season. Kyle Palmieri and Anders Lee were credited with assists on Nelson's goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders will look to bounce back after giving up 5 goals to the Rangers. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with a save percentage of 89.7%. New York's defense also recorded 12 takeaways and 17 hits. The Islanders tied the game at 3-2 late in the second period, but they allowed two goals in the 3rd, including an empty netter.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Oilers and Predators game? Catch the action at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN, as the Predators hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Predators being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Oilers.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, October 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>With the Predators being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Predators.</li><li>Take the Predators on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Oilers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Oilers Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Edmonton fell to 4-5-1 after a 6-1 road loss to the Blue Jackets. The Oilers, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Edmonton struggled from the start, giving up a goal just 2:18 into the first period. They didn’t score until 19:33 in the third, when Mattias Ekholm found the net. Edmonton’s defense allowed three goals in the first period alone.</p><p>Edmonton's offense struggled in their 6-1 loss to Columbus, with Mattias Ekholm scoring the Oilers' only goal, his second of the season, on a power play 27 seconds into the third period. Darnell Nurse picked up his third assist of the year, while Corey Perry added his first assist on the play.</p> <p>Despite taking 32 shots on goal, the Oilers were hampered by 17 giveaways. They failed to score in the first two periods before Ekholm's late goal.</p><p>Edmonton's defense struggled early, giving up the first goal just 2:18 into the game and three goals in the first period. They also allowed two late goals in the third period, resulting in a 6-1 loss. Goalie Stuart Skinner made 19 saves with a 76% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Nashville Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 3-2 loss to the Lightning, the Predators fell to 3-6-1 this season. Nashville trailed 2-0 after the first period but managed to tie the game in the second before Tampa Bay scored the game-winner in overtime.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 5. As the underdog on the puck line, Nashville failed to cover. The Predators’ defense allowed the Lightning to score their first goal at 10:11 in the first period.</p><p>Nashville fired 37 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to Tampa Bay, but only found the net twice. Ryan O'Reilly scored his third goal of the season on a power play, while Gustav Nyquist also picked up his third goal.</p> <p>Steven Stamkos added two assists, bringing his season total to two. The Predators had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Despite tying the game at 2-2 in the second period, the Predators' defense couldn't hold on, allowing a goal 3:22 into overtime. They also gave up two goals in the first period, with the first coming at the 10:11 mark and the second with just 36 seconds left. Juuse Saros made 24 saves with an 88.9% save percentage, while the defense recorded 33 hits, 21 blocks, and 1 takeaway.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 10/31/24

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