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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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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-237) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (+198) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 6 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line for this game is set at 230 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -6</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-102 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 16-13 on the season after a 113-97 loss to the Mavericks on Saturday. Los Angeles, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 54-40 at halftime, the Clippers cut the deficit to 74-66 by the end of the 3rd quarter. However, a 10-0 run by the Mavericks in the 4th quarter sealed the game, as Dallas outscored Los Angeles 39-31 in the final period.</p><p>In their 113-97 loss to the Mavericks, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 42% from the field and hitting only 27% of their threes, making 10 in total. Norman Powell led the way with 28 points, despite shooting 36.4% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p> <p>James Harden and Kevin Porter Jr. each added 19 points, with Porter shooting 66.7% and hitting 50% of his threes. Powell scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Porter added 10 in the final period.</p><p>The Clippers put together strong defensive efforts in the 1st and 3rd quarters, but a 39-point 4th quarter from the Mavericks sealed their fate in a 113-97 loss. Los Angeles allowed Dallas to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 14 threes at a 40% clip. The Clippers sent Dallas to the line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws. Defensively, Los Angeles recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Grizzlies Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 20-9 this season with a 128-112 road win over the Hawks on Saturday. The Grizzlies, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, and the total score of 240 points went over the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>A 10-0 run early in the game helped Memphis take control, as they went from trailing 5-2 to leading 12-5. They dominated the first half, outscoring Atlanta 73-49. The teams played evenly in the 3rd quarter, each scoring 27 points, and although the Hawks outscored the Grizzlies 36-28 in the 4th, Memphis had already built a 100-76 lead heading into the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put up 128 points in their win over the Hawks, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 18 threes at a 43.9% clip. Desmond Bane led the way with 23 points and 8 assists, knocking down 4 threes at 50% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Scotty Pippen Jr. added 22 points and 9 assists, shooting 75% from the field and from three, with 3 made threes. Jake LaRavia contributed 16 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p><p>The Grizzlies' defense was solid through three quarters against the Hawks, but they allowed 36 points in the 4th. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Memphis allowed Atlanta to hit 14 threes at a 36% rate. The Hawks also went 20/24 from the free-throw line. The Grizzlies grabbed 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Oilers and Islanders game? Catch the action at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY, as the Islanders hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers come into this non-conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS 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 Tuesday, December 19th.</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 (+116)</li><li>The Islanders are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Oilers Have What it Takes in Elmont?</h3><p>For the season, the Oilers currently hold an overall record of 13-14-1. On the road, Edmonton has gone 4-8-0 and they are 9-6-1 at home. They are currently positioned 6th in the Western Pacific division and 13th in the Western conference.</p><p>When it came to the puck line, Edmonton heads in with a 10-18 record. On the road, their mark is 4-8 and their overall home performance is 6-10 vs. the puck line. For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Edmonton is 6.9. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.7. The Oilers come in with an over/under record of 14-11-3.</p><p>In their last three road games, Edmonton has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Oilers come in averaging 3.4 goals per game this season, which is 14th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 10th in the league. This season, the Oilers are 9-7 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 4-6 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Edmonton's offense is Zach Hyman. Coming into the game he has 18 goals, ranking 6th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Hyman has 12 assists this season.</p><p>New York defense takes on the Oilers ranked 3rd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 35.5 shots per game against New York. They alsso are 4th in shutouts, with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Stuart Skinner gets the start and has made 20 starts this season. His record at this point is 11-8, and his save percentage is 0.8020833333333334%.</p><h3>Do the Islanders Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>So far this season, the Islanders have an overall record of 14-8-8. On the road, New York is 6-5-2 and 8-3-6 at home. Their current record places them 3rd in the Eastern Metropolitan division and 6th in the Eastern conference.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, New York posted a 15-15 record. On the road they are 9-4 against the puck line, while their overall home performance is 6-11. For the season, New York's games have finished with an average of 6.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6. Overall, the Islanders have an over/under record of 18-11-1.</p><p>In their last three home games, New York has averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 4. The team's record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Islanders have an average of 3.1 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 17th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 20th in the league. This year, the Islanders have recorded a 4-2 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have 10-6 record.</p><p>New York's leading scorer is Brock Nelson. So far, he has 15 goals which is 17th in the NHL. Nelson also comes into the game with 12 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders come into the season ranked 3rd in goals allowed. Opponents are averging 35.5 shots per game against New York. For the season, they are ranked 4th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Edmonton, goalie Ilya Sorokin has started 19 games in this season. His current record is 8-4, and his save percentage stands at 0.9895833333333334%.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/23