<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Hornets face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Hornets are hosting the game at Memorial Hall (DE) in Dover, DE. Norfolk State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -6.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS VS DELAWARE STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware State Hornets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Hall (DE) at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Delaware State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Spartans Win in Dover?</h3><p>Norfolk State moved to 8-7 on the season with an 81-59 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -17 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>After leading 35-29 at halftime, Norfolk State took control in the second half, outscoring the Hawks 46-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Norfolk State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 57.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.2%. They connected on 64.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Spartans dished out 23 assists, with Brian Moore Jr. contributing 4 assists to go along with his team-high 22 points and 7 rebounds. Christopher Flippin added 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Norfolk State's defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 57% shooting, they still managed to come out on top. The Spartans gave up 27 two-point baskets on 64% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Norfolk State allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts, a 40% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Can The Hornets Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware State fell to 4-8 on the season after a 100-94 road loss to Howard on Saturday. The Hornets were +7 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 55-47 at halftime, Delaware State scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 194 easily surpassed the over/under line of 149.5.</p><p>Delaware State put up 94 points in their latest game, shooting 47% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 51.5%. They hit 54.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 30% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-20. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, hitting 26 of 29 attempts for an 89.7% success rate.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 75% from three-point range. Martaz Robinson added 28 points despite shooting 35.3% from the field and 16.7% from deep. Robert Smith contributed 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Cameron Shockley-Okeke knocked down 6 threes at a 60% clip, finishing with 24 points.</p><p>Delaware State's defense had a tough outing, giving up 100 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 52 attempts.</p> <p>The Hornets struggled to contain both inside and outside, with opponents hitting 66% of their two-point shots (20/30) and 50% from beyond the arc (11/22). They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted every free throw.</p>

Norfolk State Spartans vs Delaware State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>The Ravens are favored on the money line at -266 as they host the Bengals at 8:15 ET on Thursday, November 7th. The game is being televised by AMZN, and the over/under line is sitting at 53 points. The Ravens are -6 point favorites on the point spreads, and both teams need to add to their records. The game is being played at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BENGALS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Bengals +6</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 8:15 ET on Thursday, November 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI BENGALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ravens winning this one by a score of 30 to 26</li><li>Even though we like the Ravens to win, our ATS pick is to take the Bengals at +6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 53 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bengals Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 4-5 record, the Bengals sit 15th in our power rankings and have a 35.6% chance of making the playoffs. They are 3-1 on the road this season but just 1-4 at home. In division games, Cincinnati is 1-1, putting them 3rd in the AFC North.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Bengals are 5-4, including a 7-point win over the Raiders in week 9, covering as 7.5-point favorites. The over hit in that game, and the Bengals’ O/U record is 6-3 this season. Their games have averaged 51.4 points, compared to an average line of 45.4.</p><p>Joe Burrow is coming off a 5-touchdown performance in week 9, throwing for 251 yards (27/39) against the Raiders. He posted a passer rating of 115, marking an improvement from week 8's 84. Burrow's top target in week 9 was Mike Gesicki, who had 5 catches for 100 yards and 2 touchdowns. Chase Brown also had a strong game, rushing for 120 yards on 27 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 10, the Bengals rank 7th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 26.2. They are 17th in yards per game (330.6) and 7th in passing yards per game (236.3). On 3rd down, they have a conversion rate of 46.9%, which ranks 3rd in the league.</p><p>In their 41-24 win over the Raiders, the Bengals' defense allowed just 60 rushing yards on 21 attempts and limited Las Vegas to 217 total yards. They recorded five sacks and held the Raiders to a 38.5% conversion rate on third down. Despite giving up 157 passing yards, the Bengals allowed just one touchdown and held the Raiders to 4.8 yards per attempt.<p></p>The Bengals' pass rush was effective, winning the quarterback hit and tackles for loss differentials in this game. This was a big factor in their ability to keep the Raiders in check offensively and secure the win.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>After a week 8 loss to the Browns, the Ravens bounced back with a 41-10 win over the Broncos in week 9, improving their record to 6-3. Baltimore was a 9-point favorite and easily covered the spread, with the 51 combined points going over the 46.5-point line. The Ravens are 5-3-1 against the spread this season and have an O/U record of 8-1, with the over hitting in 5 straight games.</p> <p>Heading into week 10, our power rankings have the Ravens 2nd, and they have a 96.6% chance of making the playoffs and a 63.4% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 3-1 at home and 3-2 on the road, and their +7.1 scoring margin ranks 5th in the NFL.</p><p>Heading into week 10, the Ravens hold the top spot in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in yards per game (445.9) and are 2nd in scoring, averaging 31.4 points per game. Despite ranking 22nd in passing attempts, Baltimore is 3rd in passing yards per game (254). Lamar Jackson has been outstanding, posting a passer rating of 158 in week 9, with 280 yards and 3 touchdowns on 16/19 passing.</p> <p>On the ground, the Ravens are 3rd in rushing attempts and lead the league with 191.9 rushing yards per game. Derrick Henry rushed for 106 yards and 2 touchdowns on 23 carries in week 9. Baltimore ranks 5th in 3rd-down conversions and is 29th in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 2nd in red zone attempts.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Ravens' defense was dominant, coming away with four sacks and holding the Broncos to just 10 points in a 41-10 victory. They limited Denver to 197 passing yards on 20 completions and intercepted one pass. The Ravens also defended the run well, allowing just 4.1 yards per attempt and 122 rushing yards on 30 attempts.<p></p>Opponents struggled on third down against Baltimore, converting just 42.9% of their attempts. The Ravens also held Denver to 319 total yards and finished with four quarterback hits and one interception.</p>

Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens Betting Pick & Prediction 11/7/24

<p>Set to kick off at 7:00 ET, the Jaguars are the favorite in their week one pre-season matchup vs. the Chiefs. The Jaguars' money line odds are -141, and they are -2.5 point favorites. This is the first pre-season game for both teams, and it will be televised on NFLN. The over/under line is set at 38.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Chiefs +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at EverBank Stadium at 7:00 ET on Saturday, August 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jaguars winning this one by a score of 17 to 15</li><li>Even though we like the Jaguars to win, our ATS pick is to take the Chiefs at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 38.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chiefs Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>The Chiefs went 2-1 last pre-season, winning their only game as the favorite and going 1-1 on the road. They opened with a 26-24 loss to the Saints in week one but followed up with a 38-10 win over the Cardinals and closed out the pre-season with a 33-32 win over the Browns. Kansas City was 1-0 at home during the pre-season.</p><p>Leading the league in passing yards per game, the Chiefs averaged 320 yards on 40.7 attempts in the passing game last pre-season. They were also the top-scoring offense, averaging 31.7 points per game, and the top unit in terms of yardage, averaging 414 yards per game. Their rushing game ranked 25th in attempts and 21st in yards.</p><p>Despite giving up 22.7 points per game (18th) last pre-season, the Chiefs' defense allowed just 306 total yards per game, the best figure in the NFL. They were tough to run against, giving up only 79.7 rushing yards per game, the 3rd lowest figure. Against the pass, they allowed 226.3 yards per game.</p><h3>Will The Jaguars Win At Home Over The Chiefs?</h3><p>The Jaguars went 3-0 last pre-season, starting with a 28-23 win over the Cowboys. They were undefeated on the road (2-0) and won their only home game. Jacksonville also beat the Lions 25-7 in week two and finished with a 31-18 win over the Dolphins.</p><p>The Jaguars' running game was 4th in attempts and 6th in yards last pre-season. They were 2nd in both points and yards per game, averaging 28 points and 408.7 yards per contest. The passing game averaged 268.7 yards per game on 31.3 attempts. They were also 2nd in the league in passing yards during the pre-season.</p><p>During last year's pre-season, the Jaguars' defense gave up just 84.3 rushing yards per game, the 5th lowest figure in the league. They allowed 16 points per game, ranking 6th in the NFL, and 273 yards per game, which was the 2nd best figure in the league. Against the pass, they allowed 188.7 yards per game.</p>

Kansas City Chiefs vs Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Pick & Prediction 8/10/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Golden State Warriors (-138) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (+117) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 234.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Chase Center in San Francisco and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-97 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win in San Francisco?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 23-12 on the season after a 138-133 road loss to the Kings on Friday. Memphis entered the game as +3 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 271 points exceeded the O/U line of 242.5 by 28.5 points.</p> <p>After a rough start, where the Kings went on a 10-0 run, Memphis fought back by winning the 2nd and 3rd quarters. They trailed 102-100 going into the 4th but couldn’t complete the comeback, as the Kings outscored them 36-33 in the final period.</p><p>In their 138-133 loss to the Kings, the Grizzlies hit 17 threes at a 45.9% clip, finishing with a 48.3% overall shooting percentage. Jaylen Wells led the way, knocking down 8 threes at 88.9% and finishing with 30 points, including 11 in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson added 28 points, with 11 coming in the 4th quarter, while Desmond Bane contributed 22 points. Scotty Pippen chipped in 16 points, scoring 9 in the opening quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies struggled in their game against the Kings, giving up 138 points, including a 46-point 1st quarter. They managed to tighten things up in the 3rd, allowing just 24 points, but Sacramento still scored 36 in the 4th.</p> <p>Memphis allowed the Kings to shoot 49% from the field and 44% from three, with Sacramento hitting 21 threes. The Grizzlies sent the Kings to the line 23 times, where they made 19 free throws. Memphis recorded 37 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and finished with 5 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Warriors Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 17-16 on the season with a dominant 139-105 win over the 76ers on Thursday. Playing at home, Golden State entered the game as 4-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 244, surpassing the over/under line of 219.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Golden State set the tone early, jumping out to a 35-19 lead after the 1st quarter. The 2nd quarter was more balanced, with both teams scoring 33 points. However, the Warriors pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the 76ers 35-26, and continued their dominance in the 4th, winning the quarter 36-27.</p><p>The Warriors' offense was firing on all cylinders in their 139-105 win over the 76ers, shooting 60.9% from the field and hitting 22 threes at a 56.4% clip. Stephen Curry led the way, making all 8 of his threes and finishing with 30 points and 10 assists, with 13 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Jonathan Kuminga added 20 points, scoring 7 in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Draymond Green, Dennis Schröder, and Andrew Wiggins each contributed 15 points, with Schröder scoring 9 in the opening period.</p><p>The Warriors' defense was solid in their win over the 76ers, allowing just 105 points. They started strong, giving up only 19 points in the 1st quarter, but had a rough 2nd, allowing 33. However, they tightened up in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 26 and 27 points, respectively.</p> <p>Golden State held Philadelphia to 42% shooting, including just 9 made threes on 29% shooting from deep. The 76ers went to the line 34 times, making 28 free throws. The Warriors also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and added 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

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Football is Over What’s Next?

<p>The Panthers, who are the underdog at +177 on the money line, will host the Bengals at 1:00 ET on Sunday, September 29th at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Bengals are favored on the road with a money line of -213 and a point spread of -4.5. This week four non-conference matchup is being televised on FOX, and the over/under line is set at 48 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BENGALS VS CAROLINA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Panthers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bank of America Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, September 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Panthers winning this one by a score of 32 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Panthers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bengals Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Bengals are still looking for their first win of the season after falling to the Commanders by a score of 38-33. Cincinnati's record is now 0-3 after losing this non-conference matchup at home. Even though they didn't win, they did make things interesting in the 4th quarter, as they outscored the Commanders 13-10 in the final period.</p><p></p><p>Heading into the game, the Bengals were 7-point favorites, and with the high-scoring affair, the game went well over the total line of 45.5 points. Joe Burrow connected with Ja'Marr Chase for two touchdowns, and Burrow also found Andrei Iosivas for another score in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Bengals' offense put up 33 points in their 38-33 loss to the Commanders, with 30 first downs and 312 yards through the air. Joe Burrow completed 29 of 38 passes for 324 yards and three touchdowns, finishing with a passer rating of 127. Ja'Marr Chase had a big game, catching six passes for 118 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Cincinnati also had 124 rushing yards on just 20 attempts, with Chase Brown leading the team with 62 yards on seven carries. The Bengals were efficient on third down, converting 60% of their chances, but Burrow was sacked twice in the game.</p><p>Washington's offense had success on third down, converting 55.6% of their chances, and put up 38 points in their most recent game against the Bengals. The Bengals' defense allowed 356 total yards, with 108 coming on the ground from 32 rushing attempts. In the passing game, Washington had 248 yards and completed two touchdowns, and the Bengals were unable to record any sacks.</p><p></p><p>Despite giving up 248 yards through the air, the Bengals didn't allow a single completion percentage, as Washington finished with a 0% completion rate.</p><h3>Are The Panthers Going Win In At Upset At Bank of America Stadium</h3><p>Carolina picked up a 36-22 win over the Raiders, improving their record to 1-2. The Panthers were +5.5 point underdogs and their 14-point victory exceeded all expectations. The combined 58 points easily surpassed the over/under line of 40 points.</p><p></p><p>Carolina dominated from the 2nd quarter onwards, taking a 21-7 lead at halftime and extending it to 27-7 heading into the 4th quarter. Even though the Raiders scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, the Panthers were comfortably ahead. Andy Dalton had a good game, throwing multiple touchdowns, and Eddy Piñeiro added two field goals in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Panthers' offense put up 24 first downs and 36 points in their 36-22 win over the Raiders, racking up 306 yards through the air. Andy Dalton threw for 319 yards on 26 completions, with three touchdown passes and a passer rating of 123. Carolina's offense was also able to convert on 41.7% of their third down attempts.</p><p></p><p>Chuba Hubbard led the team in rushing with 114 yards on 21 attempts and added 55 receiving yards, including a receiving touchdown. Diontae Johnson was the top receiver, with 122 yards and a touchdown. The Panthers' offensive line allowed two sacks in the game.</p><p>Carolina's defense was able to force 3 sacks and limited Las Vegas to just 27.3% on third down in their most recent game, which they won 36-22. The Panthers' defense was particularly strong against the run, allowing only 55 rushing yards on 16 attempts. Despite this, they gave up 276 yards through the air, with two passing touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>The Panthers didn't allow a single completion on the ground, and their secondary forced one interception. Even though they gave up some yardage in the passing game, their overall performance was solid, holding the Raiders to just 22 points.</p>

Cincinnati Bengals vs Carolina Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/29/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Rebels and Razorbacks face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Razorbacks are hosting the game at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR. The over/under for this Southeastern conference contest is set at 147.5 points, with Arkansas being favored by -3.5 at home against Ole Miss.</p><h3>OLE MISS REBELS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arkansas Razorbacks -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Razorbacks.</li><li>Not only will Arkansas pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rebels Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Ole Miss Rebels Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Ole Miss improved to 12-2 on the season with a 63-51 win over Georgia on Saturday, January 4th. The Rebels, who were -5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-26 at halftime, Ole Miss clamped down defensively, holding Georgia to 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 themselves. The game’s total points of 114 fell well short of the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Ole Miss managed just 63 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they hit 71.4% of their free throws, going 15-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Jaemyn Brakefield and Matthew Murrell each scored 15 points, with Brakefield hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Asa Newell added 13 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, while Ole Miss totaled 11 offensive boards and 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Even with Ole Miss allowing 51 points, they held their opponent to 41% shooting overall, with 21 made field goals on 51 attempts. Inside the arc, the Rebels gave up 15 two-pointers on 35 attempts, resulting in a 42% shooting performance.</p> <p>From three-point range, Ole Miss allowed 6 threes on 16 attempts, with their opponent shooting 37%. At the free-throw line, they sent the other team to the stripe 21 times, where they converted 15 for 71%. The Rebels also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Arkansas Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Arkansas Razorbacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas fell to 11-3 on the season after a 76-52 loss to Tennessee on Saturday. The Razorbacks were +12 underdogs heading into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 128, falling short of the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Arkansas trailed 42-27 at halftime and struggled to get back into the game, scoring just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34.</p><p>Arkansas struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 52 points with a field goal percentage of 37.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.4%, and they hit only 20.7% of their threes, going 6-for-29 from deep. At the free-throw line, they shot 46.2%, making just 6 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Chaz Lanier was a bright spot, hitting 5 of 9 threes and finishing with 29 points. D.J. Wagner added 17 points, while Igor Miličić Jr. contributed 18 rebounds and 5 assists. Zakai Zeigler also had 7 assists in the game.</p><p>Even with Arkansas holding their opponent to 39% shooting, they still gave up 76 points. The Razorbacks allowed 27 made field goals, including 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% clip from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Arkansas sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they converted 12 free throws for 80%. On the boards, the Razorbacks gave up 24 offensive rebounds.</p>

Ole Miss Rebels vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Golden Eagles and Blazers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blazers will host the game at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, AL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Blazers as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES VS UAB BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +9</p><p>This game will be played at Bartow Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Blazers.</li><li>Even though we have UAB winning straight-up, we like Southern Miss at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Eagles Defense Show Up in Birmingham?</h3><p>After defeating Milwaukee 90-84 in their most recent game, Southern Miss currently has a record of 3-4. In road games, the Golden Eagles are 1-1 this season, while at home they are 0-3. Southern Miss has a sub-.500 ATS performance, sitting at 1-4 vs. the spread. In this ATS record, they are 1-1 on the road and 0-3 at home.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Southern Miss have had an average of 138.4 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 138 points. Their over/under record is 2-3-0. In their most recent three games, the Golden Eagles' over/under record is 2-1, with their games averaging 144 points per game.</p><p>Southern Miss is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 90 points versus Milwaukee. This output is higher than their season-average of 67.1 points per game. Offensively, the Golden Eagles hold a season-long field goal percentage of 40%, placing them 376th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 212nd in terms of percentage and 290th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Golden Eagles' defense is ranked 37th in the country at 64.1 points per contest. Against Milwaukee in their most recent game, the Southern Miss defense gave up a total of 84 points while allowing Milwaukee to hit 45% of their shots.</p><h3>Does UAB Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>UAB will be playing their 8th game of the season with a 4-3 record. So far this year, all of their games have been on the road. UAB holds a winning record against the spread, sitting at 4-3. However, in their last five games, they are 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>UAB's games have, on average, featured 145.3 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-3-0. Their average over/under line is currently 145.1 points so far. The Blazers' last five games have culminated with an average of 149 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their latest game, UAB offense put up 60 points against McNeese State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 29.7% and made 4 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Daniel Ortiz with 20 points. Eric Gaines also added 8 points for the Blazers.</p><p>On defense, UAB is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 73.4 points per game. In their previous game vs. McNeese State, the Cowboys finished with a field goal percentage of 29% and a total of 81 points vs. UAB.</p>

Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs UAB Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hokies and Cardinal. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ACCN, and it's hosted by the Cardinal at Maples Pavilion in Stanford, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Stanford as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 143.5 points.</p><h3>VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Maples Pavilion at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Cardinal.</li><li>Even though we have Stanford winning straight-up, we like Virginia Tech at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hokies Have a Shot at a Win at Stanford?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 6-8 on the season with a narrow 86-85 win over Miami on Saturday, January 4th. The Hokies were slight +1.5 underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory. The total points for the game reached 171, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 40-39 at halftime and matched Miami’s 46 points in the 2nd half to secure the win at home.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points while shooting 54.2% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 45% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 86.7% of their attempts.</p> <p>Mylyjael Poteat led the way with 25 points, shooting 62.5% from the field, while Toibu Lawal added 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting and contributed 5 assists. Matthew Cleveland chipped in 21 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and Jalil Bethea was 3-of-4 from three-point range, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed 59% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 23 of their 39 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 9 three-pointers on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 15 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 86%.</p><h3>Can the Cardinal Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stanford fell to 9-5 on the season after an 83-68 road loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday. The Cardinal entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, just over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Stanford trailed 38-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, allowing 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Stanford struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.3% overall and 32.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 88.5% of their attempts (23/26).</p> <p>Ishmael Leggett and Maxime Raynaud each scored 21 points, with Raynaud hitting 3 of 5 threes and shooting 70% overall. Leggett went 9 for 13 from the field, while Jaland Lowe added 16 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Stanford's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Cardinal gave up 24 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 66% shooting percentage. From three-point range, their opponent hit 7 of 19 shots, or 36%. Stanford also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 93%.</p>

Virginia Tech Hokies vs Stanford Cardinal NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Texans are favored at -257 on the money line as they host the Colts at NRG Stadium in Houston. The Colts are +211 on the money line and +6 on the point spread. This week eight AFC South matchup is set for 1:00 ET on Sunday, with CBS handling the television coverage. The over/under line is at 46 points.</p><h3>INDIANAPOLIS COLTS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -6</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 24 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -6</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 46 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Colts Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>After two straight wins, the Colts are now 4-3 and sit 2nd in the AFC South. They have a 57.7% chance of making the playoffs and a 20% chance of winning the division. In our power rankings, Indianapolis is 24th heading into week 8.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Colts are 6-1 this season and have covered in five straight games. In week 7, they beat the Dolphins 16-10, covering as 3-point favorites. The O/U line was 44, and the teams combined for 26 points, giving the Colts their second straight under.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Colts are 16th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.1, and they also rank 16th in passing yards per game with 206.3. On the ground, they are 14th in rushing yards per game, averaging 123 yards on 27.1 attempts per game. Indianapolis ranks 11th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (40.9%) and 17th in the league in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 6th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Anthony Richardson struggled in week 7, finishing with a passer rating of 59 after going 10/24 for 129 yards against Miami. Michael Pittman Jr. led the team with 63 receiving yards on 3 catches, while Richardson also led the team in rushing with 56 yards on 14 carries.</p><p>In their 16-10 win over the Dolphins, the Colts' defense allowed just 149 passing yards on 15 completions. However, they struggled against the run, giving up 188 yards on 40 attempts. Despite this, they managed to limit Miami to just one touchdown and held them to a 40% conversion rate on third down. Indianapolis also came away with two sacks in the game.</p><h3>Are The Texans Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the Texans sit atop the AFC South with a 5-2 record, including a 2-0 mark in division play. Our projections give Houston a 77.1% chance of winning the division and an 89.5% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 12th in our NFL power rankings. After three straight wins, the Texans couldn’t get past the Packers in week 7, falling 24-22. Despite the loss, they covered the spread as 3-point underdogs.</p> <p>Houston is 3-4 against the spread this season and has covered in three consecutive games. They are 2-4 as favorites and 1-0 as underdogs. The over/under record in their games is 2-5, with an average of 46.3 points scored per game.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Texans rank 17th in our offensive power rankings. They are 12th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 23.6, and 11th in total yards per game with 349.7. Houston has been strong in the first quarter, ranking 3rd in the league in points scored. They are 14th in 3rd-down conversions, with a 40% success rate, and 17th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 7, C.J. Stroud struggled against the Packers, throwing for just 86 yards on 10/21 passing and posting a passer rating of 58. Joe Mixon led the team with 115 rushing yards on 25 carries, while Dalton Schultz had one reception for 28 yards. Houston scored 16 points in the 2nd quarter but was held to just 3 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>In their 24-22 loss to the Packers, the Texans' defense allowed three passing touchdowns but did force two interceptions. Despite a good showing against the run, holding Green Bay to 82 yards on 20 attempts, they struggled against the pass, giving up 195 yards through the air. The Texans allowed the Packers to complete 72.7% of their passes and convert 40% of their third down attempts.<p></p>Houston's defense recorded three sacks and limited the Packers to 277 total yards in the game. The Texans also had three tackles for loss compared to Green Bay.</p>

Indianapolis Colts vs Houston Texans Betting Pick & Prediction 10/27/24

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<p>FOX will broadcast the week 15 AFC matchup between the Bengals and Titans, which kicks off at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 15th at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN. The Bengals are favored on the road with money line odds of -217, while the Titans' money line odds are +178. The point spread favors the Bengals by -4.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 47.5 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BENGALS VS TENNESSEE TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Titans +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nissan Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Titans winning this one by a score of 24 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the Titans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bengals Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 5-8 record, the Bengals sit 3rd in the AFC North and 17th in our power rankings. They have a +0.2 scoring margin and are 7-6 against the spread. Their O/U record is 9-4, with their games averaging 55.5 points per game. The average line in their games has been 46.7 points.</p> <p>After losing 3 straight, the Bengals bounced back in week 14, beating the Cowboys 27-20. They were 4.5-point favorites and covered the spread. The O/U line for this game was 50.5 points, and the teams combined for 47. Cincinnati’s playoff chances are at 2.9% heading into week 15.</p><p>Joe Burrow has thrown for over 300 yards in each of his last three games, including a 369-yard performance in week 14 against the Cowboys, where he completed 33 of 44 passes and had 3 touchdowns. In that game, he posted a passer rating of 112. Ja'Marr Chase caught 14 passes for 177 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 14, while Chase Brown led the team in rushing with 58 yards on 14 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 15, the Bengals rank 6th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in passing yards per game with 271.6 and are 6th in points per game, averaging 27.8. On 3rd down, they convert 45.1% of the time, which ranks 5th in the league.</p><p>Despite giving up 156 rushing yards on just 25 attempts, the Bengals' defense held the Cowboys to 20 points in their most recent game, which Cincinnati won 27-20. Dallas managed only 166 yards passing on 16 completions. The Bengals' defense also recorded three sacks and picked off one pass.</p><p></p><p>Cincinnati's defense held Dallas to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down. The Bengals' offense helped them out by controlling the ball for 34 minutes and 17 seconds of the game. The Bengals' defense will look to improve in defending the run in their next game.</p><h3>Are The Titans Going Win In At Upset At Nissan Stadium</h3><p>Heading into week 15, the Titans sit 26th in our power rankings and have a 3-10 record, including a two-game losing streak. After a week 12 win over the Texans, Tennessee has dropped two straight, losing 42-19 to the Commanders in week 13 and 10-6 to the Jaguars in week 14. The Titans were 3-point favorites at home against Jacksonville but couldn’t get the win, officially eliminating them from playoff contention.</p> <p>Tennessee is 2-11 against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of -8.8 points per game. They are 0-4 ATS as favorites and 2-7 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 7-5-1, with their games averaging 43.8 points compared to an average line of 40.8.</p><p>Heading into week 15, the Titans are 30th in our offensive power rankings. They are 28th in points per game (17.5) and 29th in yards per game (295.4). Tennessee ranks 19th in passing attempts per game and 28th in passing yards, averaging 182.8 per game. They are 20th in rushing attempts and 18th in rushing yards per game, with 112.5. On third down, the Titans are 24th in the NFL, converting 35.3% of their attempts, but they are 2nd in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 17th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>In week 14, Tennessee scored 10 points in a loss to the Jaguars, with 6 of those coming in the 3rd quarter. Will Levis threw for 168 yards, completing 19 of 32 passes, and Tony Pollard rushed for 102 yards on 21 carries. Calvin Ridley led the team with 59 receiving yards on 7 catches. The Titans converted 8 of 16 third-down attempts but failed to score on 2 red zone trips.</p><p>In their 10-6 loss to the Jaguars, the Titans' defense gave up just 71 rushing yards on 26 attempts, with Jacksonville managing only 2.7 yards per attempt on the ground. Despite this, the Titans struggled on third downs, allowing the Jaguars to convert 46.2% of their third down attempts. The Titans' defense also held the Jaguars to 220 passing yards and forced two interceptions. <p></p>Even though they allowed 74.2% completions, the Titans didn't give up any passing touchdowns. They also managed one sack, and their defenders hit the quarterback more often than the Jaguars, with a QB hit advantage of +3.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Cardinals and Vaqueros. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Vaqueros at UTRGV Fieldhouse in Edinburg, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 151 points, with Texas-Rio Grande Valley being favored by -8.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at UTRGV Fieldhouse at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Vaqueros.</li><li>Even though we have Texas-Rio Grande Valley winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cardinals Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Lamar picked up their first win of the season on Thursday, defeating Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 65-61. The Cardinals, who are now 1-5, were +8.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Lamar's defense was key in the win, as they held the Islanders to just 19 points in the 2nd half after allowing 42 in the 1st half. The Cardinals scored 32 points in the 2nd half to complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 126 fell well short of the 151 O/U line.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 31.6% from three-point range, going 6-for-19, and connected on 51.3% of their two-point attempts (20-for-39). At the free-throw line, they made 7 of 9 shots, good for 77.8%.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos was a standout from beyond the arc, hitting 4 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points. Garry Clark was efficient inside, shooting 77.8% (7-for-9) and adding 14 points and 5 rebounds. Ja'Sean Jackson contributed 13 points and dished out 9 assists, while Andrew Holifield chipped in 12 points and 6 boards.</p><p>Despite Lamar's defensive efforts, they couldn't stop the Cardinals from scoring 61 points. The Cardinals shot 42% from the field, making 24 of their 56 attempts.</p> <p>Lamar was strong in defending the three-point line, as the Cardinals missed all 13 of their three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, the Cardinals shot 56%, hitting 13 of 23.</p><h3>Will the Vaqueros Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley improved to 4-3 on the season with a 68-65 win over Stephen F. Austin on Thursday. The Vaqueros were -5.5 favorites heading into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 24-22 at halftime, UTRGV scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The combined points of 133 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 38.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, with a 44.4% mark on two-pointers and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 27 threes. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81%, going 17 for 21.</p> <p>DK Thorn and Keon Thompson each scored 20 points, with Thorn hitting 5 of 10 threes. Thompson shot 64.3% overall, adding 4 assists. K.T. Raimey contributed 17 points, while Kyle Hayman added 14 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 38% shooting, with 21 made field goals from 54 attempts. They limited two-point shots to 12/27, or 44%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 33%, hitting 9 of 27 three-point attempts. Texas-Rio Grande Valley sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 17 free throws, an 81% success rate. The Vaqueros also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Capitals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>With the Capitals being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Capitals.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Find a Way to Win in Washington?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 23-11-4. Minnesota entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, but couldn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth, scoring the game-winner in overtime as the Wild defeated the Maple Leafs 2-1. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>Despite scoring just twice, Minnesota fired 33 shots on goal. The Wild were held scoreless in the second and third periods before Boldy’s decisive goal at 2:14 into overtime. They finished the game with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry their momentum from the previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson posted 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage. Minnesota's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 19:08 in the first period, a power-play goal from William Nylander.</p><h3>Do the Capitals Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Washington's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes dropped their record to 25-10-2. The Capitals were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 6 goals pushed the pre-game line.</p> <p>After trailing 1-0, Washington scored twice in the first period to take the lead. However, the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals, including one in the second period and an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play at 19:16 in the first period, followed by Brandon Duhaime’s 2nd goal just 33 seconds later. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p> <p>Washington recorded 15 giveaways and added 3 assists to their 2 goals. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, while Dylan Strome notched his 13th, and John Carlson earned his 7th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up the first goal against Carolina at 5:59 in the first period and three more after taking a 2-1 lead, including an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, while the defense recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

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<p>The Bonnies and Billikens are set to face off at 8:00 ET on PEAC. The Billikens will host the game at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. The odds for this Atlantic 10 conference game currently have Saint Louis as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES VS SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Louis Billikens -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chaifetz Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Not only will Saint Louis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bonnies Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies improved to 13-1 on the season with an 86-66 win over Fordham on Saturday. St. Bonaventure, favored by six points, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 43-30 at halftime, the Bonnies matched their first-half output by scoring 43 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points on 52.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61%, thanks in part to their 47.4% shooting from beyond the arc, where they hit 9 of 19 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 18 shots, good for 83.3%.</p> <p>Melvin Council Jr. led the way with 24 points and 8 assists, shooting 61.1% from the field. Jackie Johnson III added 21 points, hitting 5 of 11 from three-point range. Lajae Jones also made a big impact, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and finishing with 16 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field, hitting 24 of their 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Bonnies' opponents connected on 10 of 27 shots, shooting 37%. St. Bonaventure also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 8, shooting 80%. The Bonnies allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Saint Louis Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Saint Louis improved to 7-6 on the season with a 73-57 win over Saint Joseph's on Friday. The Billikens, playing at home, were -2.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 36-29 at halftime and outscored the Hawks 37-28 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 130 fell under the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Billikens put up 73 points, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 66.7% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.1% from beyond the arc, making 9 of 28 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 71.4%, going 10 for 14.</p> <p>Isaiah Swope led the way with 26 points and 8 assists, shooting 60% overall and 44.4% from three (4/9). Robbie Avila added 21 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 from deep. The Billikens finished with 20 assists as a team and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 57 points, the Billikens allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, including a strong 66% from two-point range, where they went 18/27.</p> <p>Saint Louis did manage to hold their opponent to 32% shooting from beyond the arc, with 9 made threes on 28 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 for 71%.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Paladins versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. In this Southern matchup, Furman is favored bt -14.5 vs. Citadel. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>FURMAN PALADINS VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.5.</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>Is a Road Win Possible for the Paladins?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Paladins fell to 10-2 on the season after an 84-67 road loss to UNCG on Saturday. Furman entered the game as +1 underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>Furman trailed 43-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The Paladins will look to bounce back after the loss.</p><p>Furman struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 25.7% of their threes (9/35), contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 39.3% and an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They were more efficient inside, connecting on 61.9% of their two-point attempts (13/21), and they shot 77.8% from the free-throw line (14/18).</p> <p>Kenyon Giles led the way with 25 points, shooting 76.9% from the field and 83.3% from three (5/6), while adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists. PJay Smith Jr. contributed 24 points, hitting 4 of 11 threes, and Ronald Polite III added 18 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Furman struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Furman allowed 12 threes on 23 attempts, a 52% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 1-8 on the season after an 81-68 loss to Chattanooga on Saturday. Citadel, who were +11.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-30 at halftime, Citadel scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Brody Fox and Bash Wieland each scored 21 points in the Citadel's latest game, with Wieland shooting 66.7% from the field. The Bulldogs hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Overall, Citadel shot 44.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 60.9% of their attempts, and finished with 11 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite the Citadel Bulldogs giving up 81 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. The Bulldogs allowed 48% shooting from two-point range, as their opponent connected on 15 of 31 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Citadel's defense saw their opponent hit 8 of 21 threes, good for 38%. The Bulldogs also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 60%. Citadel gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Owls and Pirates face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Pirates are hosting the game at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and East Carolina is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Temple.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS EAST CAROLINA PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Minges Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will East Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Owls Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Temple improved to 8-5 on the season with a 91-85 win over Wichita State on Friday, January 3rd. The Owls, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game ended at 176, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Temple trailed 39-37 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 54 points while allowing 46.</p><p>Temple's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 50% field goal percentage. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 45% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage stood at 58.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 77.4%, making 24 of 31 attempts.</p> <p>Justin Hill led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 24 points, while Quincy Ballard contributed 12 points and a team-high 13 rebounds. Quante Berry and Steve Settle III were both efficient from deep, each hitting 2 of 3 attempts from long range.</p><p>Temple's defense struggled, giving up 85 points while allowing opponents to shoot 50% from the field. The Owls allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple's defense conceded 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent the opponent to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Temple gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will East Carolina Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>East Carolina Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>East Carolina fell to 6-7 on the season after a narrow 78-76 home loss to Florida Atlantic on Sunday. The Pirates entered the game as +2 underdogs, and the result was a push against the spread. The total points of 154 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>ECU trailed 40-36 at halftime but managed to outscore the Owls 40-38 in the 2nd half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>East Carolina managed to score 76 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.2% from the field and 26.3% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 52% of their attempts.</p> <p>Offensive rebounding was a strength, as they pulled down 25 boards on that end. C.J. Walker led the way with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Jordan Riley added 19 points. Ken Evans Jr. and Tre Carroll each contributed 17 points, with Evans hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip.</p><p>East Carolina's defense gave up 78 points, but they held the opposing team to 38% shooting from the field. The Pirates allowed 42% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 24 of 57 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Carolina's defense limited the opposition to 5 made threes on 19 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. The Pirates also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 13, shooting 52%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Huskies and Wildcats face off at 6:30 ET on FS1. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA. Connecticut come into this Big East conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 147 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Villanova Wildcats +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VILLANOVA WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Villanova pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Huskies Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Connecticut Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Connecticut improved to 12-3 on the season with an 87-84 win over Providence on Sunday. The Huskies were -14.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 171, well over the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>UConn turned the game around in the 2nd half, scoring 60 points after trailing 39-27 at halftime. They allowed 45 points to Providence in the 2nd half but did enough offensively to secure the win.</p><p>Connecticut's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points on 56.2% shooting from the field. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 13 attempts, and were impressive at the free-throw line, making 27 of 32 for an 84.4% mark. Their effective field goal percentage was 62.5%, with a 60% success rate on two-point shots (21/35).</p> <p>Jayden Pierre led the way with 24 points, hitting 3 of 8 from deep, while Hassan Diarra added 19 points and 8 assists. Wesley Cardet Jr. contributed 18 points, and Solo Ball chipped in 16, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Aidan Mahaney was perfect from downtown, going 2 for 2, and finished with 15 points in just 20 minutes of action.</p><p>Defensively, the Huskies struggled, giving up 84 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. Connecticut allowed 21 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Huskies gave up 6 threes on 13 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 46% from deep. Connecticut also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they hit 27 free throws at an 84% clip.</p><h3>Will the Villanova Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 10-5 on the season after a dominant 100-56 win over DePaul on Saturday. The Wildcats, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only covered the spread but also exceeded the over/under line of 146.5 points, with a combined total of 156 points in the game.</p> <p>Leading 48-32 at halftime, Villanova clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 24 points while scoring 52 of their own.</p><p>Villanova's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a field goal percentage of 59.7% (37/62). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.6%, thanks in part to their 16/27 shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 59.3% of their threes.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 25 points, while Jordan Longino was perfect from deep, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts. Jhamir Brickus dished out 11 assists, and the Wildcats finished with 25 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Villanova's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 56 points. The Wildcats allowed a high shooting percentage, with their opponent hitting 59% of their shots, including 60% from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's defense gave up 16 threes on 27 attempts, a 59% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 10 free throws. Villanova allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Mountain Hawks and Raiders game? Catch the action at Cotterell Court in Hamilton, NY, as the Raiders hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Colgate as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS VS COLGATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colgate Raiders -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cotterell Court at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLGATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Colgate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Lehigh Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Lehigh fell to 4-7 on the season after an 80-74 road loss to Loyola Maryland on Sunday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, the Mountain Hawks failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p> <p>Lehigh trailed 37-34 at halftime and were outscored 43-40 in the second half.</p><p>Lehigh's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field. They connected on 41.7% of their threes, hitting 10 of 24 attempts, while their two-point shooting was just 38.9% (14/36). At the free-throw line, the Mountain Hawks made 16 of 22, good for 72.7%.</p> <p>Cam Gillus and Jordan Stiemke each scored 25 points, with Gillus hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% rate. Stiemke shot 64.3% overall. Tyler Whitney-Sidney added 22 points, shooting 54.5% from the field and 40% from three.</p><p>Lehigh's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 48% shooting from the field. The Mountain Hawks allowed their opponent to connect on 56% of their two-point attempts, as they went 22/39 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Lehigh held their opponent to just 3/13 shooting, or 23%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 27 free throws, shooting 81%. Lehigh also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Raiders Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Colgate Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Raiders dropped to 3-11 on the season following a 66-60 road loss to Bucknell on Sunday. Colgate entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 23-19 at halftime, Colgate scored 41 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p><p>Colgate's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 60 points while shooting 41.5% from the field. They connected on only 27.3% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-22 from deep, and shot 52.6% from the free-throw line, hitting 10 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>Noah Williamson led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Sam Wright added 16 points in just 17 minutes, knocking down 4 of 8 threes. Jalen Cox contributed 12 points and 6 assists, while Elvin Edmonds also scored 12, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Colgate's defense held their opponent to 66 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (24/56). They allowed 47% shooting from two-point range, as the other team went 16/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colgate's defense gave up 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 10, shooting 66%. Colgate allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chanticleers and Mountaineers. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mountaineers at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Appalachian State as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 128.5 points.</p><h3>COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have Appalachian State winning straight-up, we like Coastal Carolina at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Chanticleers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coastal Carolina improved to 6-7 on the season with a 70-51 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. The Chanticleers were favored by seven points and covered the spread in the home victory.</p> 

<p>Coastal Carolina led 34-22 at halftime and added 36 points in the second half while allowing 29. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 134.5-point over/under line.</p><p>Coastal Carolina put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.8%, thanks to a strong 65.4% shooting inside the arc. From three-point range, they struggled, hitting just 25.9% on 7 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Chanticleers connected on 15 of 18 attempts, good for 83.3%. They grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Jerry Ngopot and Coltie Young led the team with 14 points each, while Noah Amenhauser was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>Coastal Carolina's defense gave up 51 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 65% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Coastal Carolina's defense held the opposition to 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. The other team also went to the line 18 times, making 15 free throws, or 83%. Coastal Carolina gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Appalachian State improved to 5-7 on the season with a 72-61 win over Texas State on Saturday, January 4th. The Mountaineers were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State led 38-30 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Texas State 34-31. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Appalachian State's offense put up 72 points, shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.7%, thanks in large part to their 54.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 22 points and 6 assists, connecting on 4 of 6 threes. Alonzo Dodd and Dylan Dawson also hit 4 threes, each shooting 66.7% from deep. The Mountaineers dished out 15 assists as a team, with Tate contributing 6 of them.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense struggled, giving up 61 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. They conceded 27 made field goals on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mountaineers allowed 12 threes on 22 attempts, a 54% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 9 times, where they hit 6 free throws.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Stags and Mountaineers game? Catch the action at Knott Arena in Emmitsburg, MD, as the Mountaineers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 137 points, and Mount St. Mary's is favored by -2 vs. Fairfield in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>FAIRFIELD STAGS VS MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers -2</p><p>This game will be played at Knott Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Mount St. Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Fairfield Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield improved to 4-4 on the season with a 78-75 win over Rider on Wednesday. The Stags, who were -2 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Fairfield led 39-34 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 153 went over the O/U line of 134.</p><p>Fairfield's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 threes on 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.8%, and they grabbed 18 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Tariq Ingraham and T.J. Weeks Jr. each scored 21 points, with Ingraham adding 14 rebounds. Weeks hit 4 threes at a 50% rate, while Deon Perry also connected on 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Louis Bleechmore was 4/5 from three, contributing 16 points on 75% shooting overall.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 75 points on 48% shooting from the field, as their opponents connected on 30 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 47% shooting, with 21 two-pointers made out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairfield's defense allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% success rate. They sent their opponents to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 9, shooting 64%. Fairfield also gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's dropped to 4-3 on the season after a 53-50 loss to Marist on Friday. The Mountaineers were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-29 at halftime, Mount St. Mary's scored just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 22. The game’s total points of 103 fell well below the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 50 points on 36.4% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit only 3 of 17 attempts from beyond the arc, shooting 17.6% from three-point range.</p> <p>Josh Pascarelli led the team with 13 points, though he shot just 35.3% overall and 14.3% from three. Jackson Price and Dallas Hobbs each added 11 points, with Price hitting 2 of 4 from deep, while Hobbs missed all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers put on a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 53 points. They limited the opposition to 40% shooting from the field, with 22 made baskets on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mountaineers allowed 7 three-pointers on 23 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 4 times, where they made 2 shots.</p>

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