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<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Braves face off at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The Braves are hosting the game at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Bradley as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 126.5 points.</p><h3>DRAKE BULLDOGS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bradley Braves -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BRADLEY BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Bradley pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulldogs Ready for a Win at Peoria?</h3><p>Drake fell to 10-2 on the season after a 66-59 loss to Murray State on Sunday. The Bulldogs, who were -10 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points (125) narrowly missed the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Drake was tied 26-26 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. This defensive lapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Drake's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 59 points with a field goal percentage of 41.2% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.1%. They hit only 4 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 28.6% from three-point range, while connecting on 72.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Terence Harcum led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Kylen Milton added 15 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from three. Isaia Howard was efficient as well, shooting 75% from the field and perfect from three-point range.</p><p>Drake's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 45% on two-point attempts (17/37). They also limited three-point damage, with their opponent hitting just 4 of 14 from beyond the arc, or 28%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Drake's opponent shot 72%, making 13 of 18 attempts. The Bulldogs gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Braves Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley improved to 12-2 on the season with a 69-60 win over Missouri State on Saturday. The Braves were at home and entered the game as -11.5 favorites.</p> 

<p>Bradley led 30-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Missouri State 39-32. Despite the win, they didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 129 fell short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Bradley put up 69 points in their latest game, shooting 48.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 35% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 90% of their free throws, going 18-for-20 at the line.</p> <p>Vincent Brady II led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 57.1% overall, though he was just 3-for-10 from three. Christian Davis was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots, including 2-for-2 from deep, finishing with 19 points and 3 assists. Darius Hannah added 18 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Bradley’s defense gave up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with opponents hitting 60% of their attempts (15/25).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. The Braves also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 90%. Defensively, Bradley allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Drake Bulldogs vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Revolutionaries and Rams are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams will host the game at Ryan Center in Kingston, RI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -5.5 to win at home against George Washington.</p><h3>GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ryan Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Revolutionaries Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>George Washington Revolutionaries Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>George Washington improved to 11-3 on the season with an 82-62 win over Dayton on Saturday. The Revolutionaries were +8.5 point underdogs heading into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread as well.</p> <p>After taking a 43-27 lead into halftime, George Washington kept up the pressure in the 2nd half, outscoring Dayton 39-35. The total points for the game finished at 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>George Washington put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 45.9% from the field. They hit 48.4% from beyond the arc, knocking down 15 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 59%.</p> <p>Christian Jones and Nate Santos each scored 23 points, with Jones hitting 5 of 8 from deep. Trey Autry was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 overall and 3 for 3 from three-point range.</p><p>George Washington's defense gave up 62 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 28 of 61 attempts. From inside the arc, they shot 43%, making 13 of 30 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, George Washington allowed 15 threes on 31 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. Their opponents also went 11/15 from the free-throw line, shooting 73%. George Washington gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rhode Island Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rhode Island improved to 11-2 this season with a 62-59 win over George Mason on Saturday. The Rams, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s combined points of 121 fell well under the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Rhode Island trailed 34-25 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Patriots 37-25 to secure the win.</p><p>Rhode Island struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.6%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Sebastian Thomas led the way with 23 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 42.9% from deep. The Rams did hit 85% of their free throws, going 17/20 from the line.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 12 of 35 attempts for 34%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rhode Island allowed 7 threes on 22 attempts, a 31% success rate. The Rams sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws, hitting 85%. Rhode Island also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

George Washington Revolutionaries vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

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<p>The Bison and Mountain Hawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mountain Hawks will host the game at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, PA. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Lehigh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 137.5 points.</p><h3>BUCKNELL BISON VS LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lehigh Mountain Hawks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stabler Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mountain Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Lehigh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Bucknell Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Bucknell Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bison fell to 4-9 on the season after a 75-63 road loss to Syracuse on Saturday. Bucknell entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-31 at halftime, the Bison played the Orange evenly in the second half, with both teams scoring 32 points. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Bison managed just 63 points, shooting 38.2% from the field. They hit 34.5% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 29 attempts, and shot 42.3% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Josh Bascoe led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 11 threes. Eddie Lampkin was efficient inside, shooting 7 of 8 and grabbing 11 rebounds. Jaquan Carlos added 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 75 points, Bucknell's defense managed to hold their opponent to just 7 threes on 23 attempts, a 30% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>However, the Bison struggled to contain their opponent inside, allowing them to shoot 58% on two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 34 tries.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Lehigh?</h3><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountain Hawks improved to 3-6 on the season with a narrow 60-59 road win over the Sharks on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being -5.5 favorites, Lehigh didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 119 fell well short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lehigh trailed 35-28 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring LIU 32-24 to secure the win.</p><p>Lehigh's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.3% from the field and 32.3% on two-point attempts. However, they connected on 50% of their three-pointers, hitting 8 of 16 from deep.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller and Shadrak Lasu were standouts, with Fuller scoring 20 points and Lasu adding 16 points and 10 rebounds. Keith Higgins Jr. also contributed 16 points, despite shooting 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Lehigh's defense held their opponent to 59 points, even though they allowed a 43% shooting performance from the field. The Mountain Hawks gave up 21 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lehigh limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 17 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they converted 5 shots, a 62% rate.</p>

Bucknell Bison vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Ramblers and Explorers face off at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The Explorers are hosting the game at John Glaser Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Loyola Chicago is favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference matchup the against La Salle. The over/under for the game is set at 148 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS LA SALLE EXPLORERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Glaser Arena at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Ramblers Defense Show Up in Philadelphia?</h3><h3>Loyola Chicago Ramblers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-5 on the season after an 84-65 home loss to VCU on Saturday. The Ramblers entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-37 at halftime, Loyola Chicago struggled in the second half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 47.</p><p>Loyola Chicago managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 38.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 24 attempts, and went 15 for 23 from the free-throw line, good for 65.2%.</p> <p>Phillip Russell led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 8 from three-point range and shooting 63.6% overall. Des Watson added 20 points, shooting 53.3% from the field and 44.4% from deep, while Jack Clark contributed 12 points and 11 rebounds, despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Loyola Chicago held their opponent to 38% shooting, they still gave up 84 points. The Ramblers allowed 21 field goals, including 13 two-pointers at a 41% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 8 threes on 24 attempts, shooting 33%. Loyola also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Will the La Salle Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>La Salle's record dropped to 7-6 after an 84-70 loss to Dayton on Tuesday. The Explorers were +16.5 point underdogs going into the game, and while they didn’t pull off the upset, they did manage to cover the spread.</p> <p>After falling behind 36-21 in the first half, La Salle put up 49 points in the second half but also allowed 48 points. The total points for the game ended at 154, going over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>La Salle put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field and 35% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, and they hit 68.4% of their free throws, going 13-for-19 from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Smith led the way with 20 points, 6 assists, and 5 rebounds, shooting 61.5% overall and 50% from deep. Daeshon Shepherd also had a strong performance, scoring 18 points and grabbing 8 rebounds, hitting 70% of his shots.</p><p>La Salle's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 60% of their two-point attempts, with 24 made shots from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, La Salle's defense held their opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 71%.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs La Salle Explorers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. In this Mid-Eastern matchup, North Carolina Central is favored bt -3.5 vs. Morgan State. The over/under for the game is 155.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Make it Happen in Baltimore?</h3><h3>North Carolina Central Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Carolina Central's season struggles continued with a narrow 63-61 loss to Coppin State on Saturday, dropping their record to 3-11. The Eagles went into the game as -8.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>NC Central led 30-23 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 31. Their inability to maintain their defensive intensity after the break was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>North Carolina Central struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 15 attempts for a 6.7% three-point shooting percentage. Despite their long-range woes, they shot 57.9% on two-point attempts, finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 43.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>Po'Boigh King led the Eagles with 18 points, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts. Camaren Sparrow was the team's most efficient shooter from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 5 assists. The Eagles also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and shot 63.6% from the free-throw line, making 14 of 22 attempts.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (20/47). They limited two-point shooting to 37%, with the other team making 11 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 50%, hitting 9 of 18 threes. At the free-throw line, they went 14/21, shooting 66%. North Carolina Central gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bears Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><h3>Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Morgan State’s season struggles continued with an 86-72 home loss to South Carolina State on Saturday, dropping them to 2-11. The Bears entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 46-37 at halftime, Morgan State couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p><p>In their recent game, Morgan State's offense put up 72 points, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-12, and hit 56.8% of their two-point shots, finishing 21-for-37 inside the arc.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 57.7% of their attempts, going 15-for-26. Kameron Hobbs led the way with 22 points, while Drayton Jones added 20 in just 20 minutes. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, hitting 6 of 8 shots, and Omar Croskey added 17 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three.</p><p>Despite Morgan State's defensive efforts, they allowed 86 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bears gave up 21 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 56% inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Morgan State's defense allowed 5 made threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 57%. The Bears gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Hurricanes and Coyotes are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Coyotes will host the game at Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ. The Hurricanes are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Coyotes. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS ARIZONA COYOTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Coyotes +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mullett Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, February 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>The Hurricanes enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Coyotes (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Hurricanes Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p><p>Entering the game, Carolina is 30-17-5 and is in 4th place in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, the Hurricanes are 20-9 this season.</p>

<p>On the road, Carolina is 13-11-1 and has won two straight games as the favorite. Overall, the Hurricanes have been favored in 46 of their 52 games and are 28-13-5 in those games.</p></p><p>Carolina enters the game with a puck line record of 20-32 this season, including going 9-16 on the road. Overall, the team has an average scoring margin of +.4 goals per game, and they have 18 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games, the Hurricanes have a puck line record of 4-6, including going 5-5 in their last 10 road games. So far, the team has been favored in 46 games, and their puck line record as the favorite is 17-29.</p> <p>Games involving Carolina have an average of 6.3 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.3. In terms of their over/under performance, the Hurricanes come in with a record of 24-27-1.</p><p>Carolina has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On offense, the Hurricanes are averaging 3.3 goals per game which is 12th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 5th in the league. In terms of the Hurricanes' offense during power plays, they are 3rd in power play goals and 7th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Carolina's leading goal scorer is Sebastian Aho. So far this season, he has 19 goals, placing him 50th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 38 assists so far.</p><p>Arizona defense takes on the Hurricanes ranked 10th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 32 shots per game against Arizona. They also are 3rd in shutouts, with 6 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Spencer Martin gets the start and has made 11 starts this season. His record at this point is 4-8, and his save percentage is 0.448%.</p><h3>Can The Coyotes Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Coyotes have gone 15-11-0, and they have been the underdog in 40 of their 52 games. In the Western Conference, Arizona is in 13th place and 7th in the Central Division. Over their last ten games, the Coyotes have gone just 2-8, and they come into this game having lost their last two games.</p>

<p>So far this season, Arizona has gone 23-25-4, and their record against other Western Conference teams is 14-17. As the underdog, the Coyotes have gone 13-24-3 this season, and they are currently on a two-game losing streak when they are the underdog.</p></p><p>Arizona comes into the game with a puck line record of 27-25, including going 2-3 against the puck line in their last five games. So far this season, the Coyotes have had 12 wins by more than one goal, and they have lost by multiple goals 18 times.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Arizona has a puck line record of 22-18, and they have gone 5-5 against the puck line in their last ten home games. Overall, the Coyotes have an average scoring margin of -.2 goals per game, and their average scoring margin at home is +.2 goals per game.</p> <p>Games involving Arizona have an average of 6.1 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.2. In terms of their over/under performance, the Coyotes come in with a record of 27-22-3.</p><p>Carolina has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Coyotes come in averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, which is 25th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 31st in the league. This season, the Coyotes are 10-3 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 13-20 record.</p><p>Arizona's current leading scorer is Clayton Keller. This season, he has 21 goals, which puts him 39th in the NHL. Keller also comes into the game with 28 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Coyotes head into the game ranked 10th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32 shots per game against Arizona. So far, they are 3rd in shutouts, achieving 6 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Karel Vejmelka has started 19 games this season. His current record stands at 6-12, and his save percentage is 0.638%.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Arizona Coyotes Betting Pick & Prediction 2/16/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Greyhounds and Black Knights. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Black Knights at Christl Arena in West Point, NY. Get ready to place your bets! This Patriot League conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Army is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Loyola Maryland.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Army Black Knights -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Christl Arena at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Black Knights.</li><li>Not only will Army pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Greyhounds Offense Score Enough in West Point?</h3><p>Loyola Maryland improved to 5-7 on the season with an 80-74 win over Lehigh on Sunday. The Greyhounds, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-34 at halftime, Loyola Maryland scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 154 went over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Maryland put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 56.4% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from deep, hitting just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%). At the free-throw line, they were solid, connecting on 27 of 33 attempts (81.8%).</p> <p>Cam Gillus and Jordan Stiemke each scored 25 points, with Gillus hitting 5 of 9 from three-point range. Tyler Whitney-Sidney added 22 points, shooting 40% from beyond the arc. Milos Ilic contributed 18 points and 3 assists, while Joshua Ingram chipped in 12 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Loyola Maryland's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 56% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 22/39 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Maryland held their opponent to just 3/13 shooting, or 23%. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they hit 27 free throws for 81%. Loyola also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Black Knights Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army fell to 4-8 on the season after a 71-63 road loss to Boston on Sunday. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, the Black Knights not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Army trailed 40-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 134 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Army's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while struggling inside the arc with a 39.4% two-point shooting rate. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 50.8%, and they made just 4 of 7 free throws, shooting 57.1% from the line.</p> <p>Michael McNair and Jalen Rucker each scored 17 points, with McNair hitting 5 of 7 threes. Ryan Curry and Josh Scovens added 13 points, with Scovens hitting 3 of 6 from three. Ben Roy also contributed 12 points, shooting 5 of 7 overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Despite Army's defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, going 18/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Army's defense gave up 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 11 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 72%.</p>

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Army Black Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Panthers and Avalanche are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche will host the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Avalanche are favored by -1.5 vs. the Panthers in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Avalanche to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Panthers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Panthers Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Stars, the Panthers moved to 24-14-2 this season. Florida, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Four different Panthers found the net in this one. Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring at 5:15 in the first period, and after the Stars tied it up, Florida pulled ahead for good with a goal from A.J. Greer at 2:32 in the third.</p><p>Florida's offense found the net four times in their recent game against Dallas, with A.J. Greer scoring his first goal of the season at 17:28 in the third period. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal on an empty net with 1:00 left in the game. The Panthers also got goals from Evan Rodrigues, who opened the scoring at 5:15 in the first period, and Matthew Tkachuk, who netted his third goal of the season on a power play at 11:13 in the second.</p> <p>Carolina took 25 shots on goal and recorded 16 giveaways. The Panthers had 6 assists, including Sam Reinhart’s 11th of the season. Tomás Nosek picked up his first assist of the year on A.J. Greer’s goal.</p><p>After allowing two goals in the second period, the Panthers' defense tightened up, not conceding again and securing a 4-2 victory. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, while the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Can Colorado Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche dropped to 24-16-1 for the season. Colorado was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p> 

<p>Colorado took a 1-0 lead with a goal by Cale Makar at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with five straight goals. The Avalanche’s defense struggled, giving up two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th, coming with just 2:17 left in the game.</p> <p>MacKinnon also picked up his 14th assist on Makar’s goal, which came on a power play. The Avalanche were held scoreless in the first period and had 23 offensive giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche gave up five goals to the Predators, with two of those coming on empty nets. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. The Avalanche defense also recorded 11 takeaways and 26 hits. After taking a 1-0 lead, Colorado allowed two goals late in the second period and another early in the third.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Clippers (-1056) will host the Jazz (+669) in a Western Conference matchup. The Clippers are favored by 14 and the over/under line is set at 223.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and can be seen on BSSC.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers -14</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Friday, April 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-97 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Paul George finishing with Paul George points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Jazz are 17-44 as the underdog this season and are currently 14-point underdogs against the Clippers. In their games as the underdog, Utah has an average scoring differential of -8.4 points per game.</p>

<p>On the road, the Jazz have an ATS record of 16-23, compared to 24-17 ATS at home. Overall, their ATS record is 40-40.</p>

<p>This season, Utah has an O/U record of 44-34-2, with an average combined scoring of 236.4 points per game. Today's O/U line of 223 is lower than 72 of their previous games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Jazz defeated the Rockets by a score of 124-121. They were 11-point underdogs going into the game and improved their ATS record to 40-40.</p>

<p>Utah's overall record this season is 30-50, which puts them in 12th place in the Western Conference. Against the West, they are 15-35 and 5-11 against division opponents.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Jazz are averaging 115.7 points per game, which is 12th in the NBA. However, their scoring numbers are better at home (119.5 PPG) compared to on the road (111.7 PPG).</p>

<p>Utah is 10th in the league in pace at 99.5 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 20th overall at 46%. From beyond the arc, the Jazz are 13th in made threes (13 per game) but just 21st in three-point shooting percentage (35%).</p>

<p>When it comes to getting to the free-throw line, the Jazz are 11th in attempts (22.6 per game) and 4th in made free throws (18.8 per game).</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Jazz is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 120.7 points per game (29th). On two point field goal attempts, the Jazz's defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 55.0% and allowing 39.6% from beyond the arc.</p><h3>Will the Clippers Win at Crypto.com Arena?</h3><p>This season, the Clippers have an O/U record of 38-41-1, with games averaging 228.2 points per game. Today's O/U line of 223 is lower than the team's season average of 227.8.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is favored by 14 points today and has gone 46-16 as the favorite this season. In their last five games, the Clippers have won against the spread when favored.</p>

<p>At home, the Clippers have an average scoring margin of +3.4 points per game. Their record against the spread at home is 18-21, and they have failed to cover in their last two home games.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Clippers are currently in 4th place with a record of 51-29. Against the West, they are 30-20 compared to 21-9 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Clippers lost to the Suns by a score of 124-108. The O/U line for that game was 220.5, and the Clippers were 11.5-point underdogs.</p><p>At home, the Clippers are scoring 115.7 points per game this season, which is 14th in the NBA. Overall, they are 11th in scoring at 115.8 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Clippers are 27th in the league at 96.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>Los Angeles has been one of the most efficient shooting teams in the NBA this season, ranking 6th in field goal percentage. They are also 5th in true shooting percentage.</p><p>The Clippers' defense is presently ranked 10th in the league, allowing an average of 112.3 points per contest. Los Angeles' defense is currently forcing 12.2 turnovers per game, which is 10th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 17th in blocked shots, with an average of 5 rejections per game.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 4/12/24

<p>Betting on today's Fighting Irish and Wolfpack game? Catch the action at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC, as the Wolfpack hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPNU. This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and North Carolina State is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Notre Dame.</p><h3>NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina State Wolfpack -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Notre Dame?</h3><h3>Notre Dame Fighting Irish Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Notre Dame dropped to 7-7 on the season after a narrow 74-73 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Irish, who were +4 point underdogs, covered the spread in the loss. The combined points of 147 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Notre Dame trailed 39-32 at halftime but outscored North Carolina 41-35 in the 2nd half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Notre Dame put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 23 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they connected on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 61.1% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 7 attempts. Markus Burton added 23 points in 23 minutes, while Braeden Shrewsberry contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 threes on 11 attempts.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense gave up 74 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Notre Dame's defense held the other team to 30% shooting, as they made 7 of 23 three-point attempts. The opposing team also went 16/21 from the free-throw line, a 76% rate, and Notre Dame gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wolfpack Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>North Carolina State fell to 8-6 on the season after a 77-59 road loss to Wake Forest on Saturday. The Wolfpack entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 136 fell just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>NC State trailed 38-32 at halftime and struggled in the second half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 39.</p><p>NC State managed just 59 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44%, and they hit 71.4% of their free throws, going 15-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis led the way with 20 points, shooting 57.1% overall and 50% from three. Juke Harris added 17 points on 75% shooting, while Tre'Von Spillers contributed 12 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense struggled, giving up 77 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 54% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 62% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense conceded 6 threes on 16 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 78%.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Demons and Pirates game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Pirates hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on PEAC. The over/under for this game is set at 133.5 points, and Seton Hall is favored by -3 vs. DePaul in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS SETON HALL PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates -3</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL 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 Seton Hall pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Demons Chances in Newark</h3><p>DePaul’s season record dropped to 9-6 after a tough 100-56 loss to Villanova on Saturday. The Blue Demons went into the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 156, going over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>DePaul trailed 48-32 at halftime and struggled even more in the second half, scoring just 24 points while allowing 52.</p><p>DePaul struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points on 33.3% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%. They hit only 25.9% of their threes, going 7-for-27, and connected on 60% of their free throws, making 9 of 15 attempts. The Blue Demons managed 14 offensive rebounds and recorded 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led DePaul with 25 points, shooting 52.9% overall and 40% from three (4-for-10). Jordan Longino was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts and finishing with 19 points on 77.8% shooting. Wooga Poplar also went 3-for-3 from deep, contributing 17 points on 66.7% shooting.</p><p>DePaul’s defense struggled, giving up 100 points on 59% shooting. They allowed 37 field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, DePaul gave up 16 threes on 27 attempts, a 59% rate. They also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Pirates?</h3><h3>Seton Hall Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seton Hall’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 5-9 after a 94-72 loss to Xavier on Tuesday. The Pirates were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Seton Hall was down 44-31 at halftime and allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points reached 166, well over the pre-game O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Seton Hall's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting just 37.7% from the field. They connected on 46.2% of their threes, hitting 6 of 13 attempts, while their two-point shooting was only 35.4% (17/48). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 20 of 24 for an 83.3% rate.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 22 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 42.9% from three. Isaiah Coleman added 19 points, though he shot just 35.0% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. was a standout, hitting 80.0% of his shots and 66.7% from deep, finishing with 14 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 57% from the field. Inside the arc, they conceded 17 baskets on 26 attempts, a 65% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From three-point range, Seton Hall allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, with their opponent shooting 47%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 40 times, where they hit 30 free throws, a 75% clip. Seton Hall gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

DePaul Blue Demons vs Seton Hall Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Atlanta Hawks (-149) will take on the Memphis Grizzlies (+123) in a non-conference matchup. The Hawks are currently favored by 3 points and have won two straight games. The Grizzlies are also on a two-game winning streak and are 13th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on BSSE. The over/under line for this game is 215.5 points.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks -3</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Friday, March 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-102 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with Dejounte Murray points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Hawks?</h3><p>Today, the Hawks are favored by 3 points against the Grizzlies. This season, Atlanta has been favored in 35 of their 62 games, going 20-15 in those games. As the favorite, they have a scoring differential of +1 point per game.</p>

<p>When looking at their ATS record, the Hawks are 21-41 for the season. They have covered the spread in their last two games and have an average scoring differential of +.3 points per game at home and -4.0 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Hawks defeated the Cavaliers by a score of 112-101. The O/U line for that game was 218 points, and Atlanta was favored by 2.5 points. The combined scoring for the game was 213, resulting in an under bet.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hawks are 28-34 this season, which is good for 10th place in the Eastern Conference. In non-conference games, they are 11-8 compared to 17-26 against the East.</p>

<p>For the season, the Hawks have an over/under record of 33-29. In their games this year, the average O/U line has been 239 points, and their games have averaged 242.2 points.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Hawks are one of the most prolific teams in the NBA, averaging 120.2 points per game. However, their scoring has dipped on the road, where they are averaging 117.1 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Hawks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 61.3% of their games. In terms of pace, Atlanta is 5th in the league with 101 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Hawks are 22nd in field goal percentage at 46%. From beyond the arc, they are shooting 35% as a team, which is 20th in the league.</p><p>So far, the Hawks defense is giving up 122.0 points per contest, which has them sitting 29th in the NBA. One thing to note, is they have given up more points than their season average in two straight matchups. Atlanta's defense is currently forcing 12.6 turnovers per game, which is 13th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 24th in blocked shots, with an average of 4.5 rejections per game.</p><h3>Can the Grizzlies Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Grizzlies have won two straight games as the underdog and are 16-31 straight-up as the underdog this season. As the underdog, their scoring margin is -7.5 points per game. Today, they are getting 3 points as the underdog.</p>

<p>Memphis' ATS record as the underdog is 26-21 and they have covered the spread in three straight games on the road. Overall, their ATS record on the road is 19-13 compared to 12-19 at home.</p>

<p>In their win over the 76ers, the teams combined for 224 points, surpassing the O/U line of 213.5. This extends Memphis' current streak of games going over the O/U line to two.</p>

<p>On average, the Grizzlies' games have finished with 218.7 points this season. Today's O/U line is set at 215.5.</p>

<p>With a record of 22-41, the Grizzlies are currently 13th in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 13-28 and 7-7 against their division.</p><p>The Grizzlies' offense has struggled this season, ranking 30th in the league in scoring at just 106.2 points per game. At home, they are averaging just 103.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Memphis has been one of the most three-point reliant teams in the NBA, ranking 5th in three-point attempts but just 30th in three-point shooting percentage at 34%. Overall, they are shooting 43% from the field, which is 30th in the league.</p>

<p>When it comes to getting to the free-throw line, the Grizzlies are 23rd in both attempts and makes. In terms of pace, they are 16th in the NBA at 98.2 possessions per game.</p><p>Currently, the Grizzlies' defense holds the 9th rank in the NBA, allowing 112.5 points per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Grizzlies are forcing 14.2 per game, which is 26th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 4th in blocked shots at 6.2 per game.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 3/8/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Redbirds and Aces game? Catch the action at Ford Center in Evansville, IN, as the Aces hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Illinois State is favored by -5.5 in this Missouri Valley conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS EVANSVILLE ACES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Evansville Aces +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Aces.</li><li>Not only will Evansville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Redbirds?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Illinois State improved to 9-5 on the season with a dominant 85-54 win over Southern Illinois on Sunday. The Redbirds, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 44-23 at halftime, Illinois State continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Salukis 41-31. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Illinois State's offense was firing on all cylinders, scoring 85 points with a 60.8% field goal percentage in their last game. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 78.3% of their shots, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 74.5%. From beyond the arc, the Redbirds connected on 46.4% of their attempts, making 13 threes.</p> <p>Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each scored 17 points, with Kinziger shooting 85.7% overall and 75% from three. Daugherty hit 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from deep. Jordan Davis added 13 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while the team dished out 19 assists in the win.</p><p>Despite Illinois State's defensive struggles, allowing 54 points on 60% shooting, they still managed to hold their opponent to just 54 points. The Redbirds gave up 31 field goals, including 18 two-pointers at a 78% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's defense allowed 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws (76%). The Redbirds limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Can the Aces Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Evansville Aces Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Evansville fell to 4-10 on the season after a 66-62 home loss to Indiana State on Saturday. The Aces, who were +3 point underdogs, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Evansville led 36-31 at halftime but managed just 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 128, well under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Evansville's offense put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.1%. They connected on 35% of their three-point attempts, hitting 7 of 20 from deep, while shooting 44.1% on two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Aces made 11 of 18, finishing with a 61.1% success rate.</p> <p>Jaden Daughtry led the way with 26 points in just 24 minutes, shooting 52.9% from the field. Tayshawn Comer added 24 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Tanner Cuff contributed 11 points, making all of his three-point attempts and finishing with 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Evansville's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field, with 22 made field goals on 54 attempts. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Evansville's defense gave up 7 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 35%. At the free-throw line, Evansville's opponent shot 61%, making 11 of 18 free throws. The Aces also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Evansville Aces NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Jackrabbits and Tommies face off at 9:00 ET on Summ. The Tommies are hosting the game at Schoenecker Arena in Saint Paul, MN. The over/under for this game is set at 156.5 points, and St. Thomas (MN) is favored by -3.5 vs. South Dakota State in a Summit conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS VS ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota State Jackrabbits +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Schoenecker Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-69 in favor of the Jackrabbits.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Dakota State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>South Dakota State Jackrabbits Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Jackrabbits improved to 7-6 on the season with a 91-70 win over Denver on Thursday. South Dakota State, playing at home, entered the game as -15.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> 

<p>South Dakota State dominated the first half, leading 46-19 at the break. While they scored 45 points in the second half, they allowed Denver to put up 51 points, a concern moving forward.</p><p>South Dakota State's offense was firing on all cylinders, scoring 91 points with a 52.3% field goal percentage and a 60% effective field goal rate. They shot 60% on two-pointers and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81.2%, going 13-for-16.</p> <p>Oscar Cluff was a force inside, scoring 30 points on 11-of-14 shooting and grabbing 19 rebounds in just 24 minutes. Owen Larson hit 4-of-6 threes, finishing with 12 points and 4 assists, while Nicholas Shogbonyo and Sebastian Akins added 18 and 17 points, respectively.</p><p>South Dakota State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Jackrabbits allowed their opponent to connect on 60% of their two-point attempts, going 24/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 10 threes on 25 attempts, shooting 40%. They also went to the line 16 times, making 13 free throws for 81%. South Dakota State gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can St. Thomas (MN) Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>St. Thomas (MN) Tommies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>St. Thomas improved to 9-5 on the season with an 88-80 win over North Dakota on Saturday. The Tommies, who entered the game as 6-point favorites, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> <p>St. Thomas led 41-29 at halftime but allowed 51 points in the 2nd half while scoring 47 of their own. The combined points of 168 went over the pre-game O/U line of 156.5.</p><p>St. Thomas put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 54.4% from the field and hitting 14 threes at a 46.7% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%, with a 63% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Miles Barnstable led the way with 30 points, connecting on 4 of 9 from deep. Mier Panoam added 20 points and 12 rebounds, while Eli King and Dariyus Woodson each contributed 14 points.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field on 73 attempts. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 42 shots, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, St. Thomas (MN) allowed 10 threes on 31 attempts, with opponents shooting 32%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they hit 12, a 92% success rate. St. Thomas (MN) gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</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>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Buccaneers game? Catch the action at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC, as the Buccaneers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. High Point come into this Big South conference matchup as the -8.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 153.5 points.</p><h3>HIGH POINT PANTHERS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><h3>High Point Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>High Point’s season record dropped to 11-4 after a 103-99 road loss to UNC Asheville on Saturday. The Panthers, who were -3.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>High Point trailed 47-43 at halftime but matched Asheville’s 56 points in the second half. The game’s total points of 202 easily exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>High Point's offense exploded for 99 points in their last game, with Jordan Marsh leading the way, scoring 29 points and dishing out 8 assists. Bobby Pettiford was efficient, hitting 10 of 12 shots for 24 points, while Toyaz Solomon added 22 points, shooting 78.6% from the field.</p> <p>The Panthers shot 49.2% overall, with a 70.6% mark on two-pointers, though they struggled from deep, hitting just 25.8% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they connected on 27 of 30 attempts, good for 90%.</p><p>Despite High Point's defensive struggles, they allowed 103 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, going 29/48.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, High Point held their opponent to 28% shooting, with the other team making 6 of 21 three-point attempts. High Point also sent their opponent to the line 37 times, where they converted 27 free throws, shooting 73%. High Point gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Buccaneers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Charleston Southern fell to 3-12 on the season after an 83-78 loss to Longwood on Saturday. The Buccaneers, who were +9 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game hit 161, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Charleston Southern led 35-31 at halftime but allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. Despite the loss, they covered the spread and showed some fight on the road.</p><p>Charleston Southern put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 59.3% of their two-point attempts and connected on 38.9% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-18 from three. At the free-throw line, they made 25 of 35 attempts, good for 71.4%.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly led the way with 25 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. RJ Johnson and Kyrell Luc each added 19 points, with Johnson dishing out 8 assists. DJ Patrick contributed 12 points, knocking down 4 threes at a 44.4% clip.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, also at a 53% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 7 of 13 threes, shooting 53%. Charleston Southern also sent their opponents to the line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws (80%).</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Salukis and Bruins face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. The over/under for this Missouri Valley conference contest is set at 155.5 points, with Belmont being favored by -11.5 at home against Southern Illinois.</p><h3>SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Illinois Salukis +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like Southern Illinois at +11.5.</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>Do the Salukis Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Southern Illinois Salukis Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern Illinois dropped to 3-10 on the season after a tough 85-54 road loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Salukis entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 31 points.</p> 

<p>They trailed 44-23 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 31 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 139 fell just under the 140.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Southern Illinois struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points on 36.8% shooting from the field. Their three-point shooting was a major issue, as they hit only 23.8% (5/21) from beyond the arc, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 42.1%. Free-throw shooting was also a problem, with the Salukis making just 43.5% of their attempts (10/23).</p> <p>Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each scored 17 points, with Kinziger shooting 85.7% overall and 75.0% from three-point range. Daugherty hit 5 threes, shooting 55.6% from deep. Jordan Davis added 13 points and 10 rebounds, connecting on 50.0% of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Southern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 85 points on 60% shooting from the field. Their opponents were highly efficient inside, converting 78% of their two-point attempts (18/23).</p> <p>The Salukis also allowed 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% success rate. From the free-throw line, their opponents went 10/13, hitting 76% of their shots. Southern Illinois limited them to 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Bruins Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Belmont Bruins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Belmont improved to 9-5 on the season with a 92-87 home win over UIC on Saturday, January 4th. The Bruins were -6 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 179, surpassing the O/U line of 159.5.</p> 

<p>Belmont led 46-43 at halftime and scored another 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44 points to UIC.</p><p>Belmont's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 92 points with a field goal percentage of 47.8%. They connected on 12 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 41.4% from deep, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 16 of 18 for an 88.9% rate.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, while Carter Whitt added 20 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc. The Bruins also got 18 points each from Isaiah Walker and Ahmad Henderson, who knocked down 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Belmont's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 47% shooting from the field. Opponents hit 52% of their two-point attempts, going 20/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Belmont allowed 12 threes on 29 attempts, a 41% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 88% clip. Belmont gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Falcons and Aztecs game? Catch the action at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA, as the Aztecs hosts this showdown at 10:30 ET on FS1. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 131.5 points, and San Diego State is favored by -21.5 to win at home against Air Force.</p><h3>AIR FORCE FALCONS VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Air Force Falcons +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Viejas Arena at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AIR FORCE FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Even though we have San Diego State winning straight-up, we like Air Force at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Air Force Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Falcons dropped to 3-11 on the season after a 70-65 home loss to Wyoming on Saturday. Air Force entered the game as +3 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 135 exceeded the O/U line of 129.5.</p> 

<p>Air Force led 36-33 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring 29 points while allowing 37 to the Cowboys.</p><p>Air Force put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 56.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 65.2%. They connected on 44.4% of their three-pointers, hitting 8 of 18 attempts, and shot 64.3% on two-point shots, going 18 for 28.</p> <p>The Falcons struggled at the free-throw line, making just 5 of 13 attempts for 38.5%. Wesley Celichowski led the way with 19 points, shooting 8 for 10 overall and 2 for 3 from deep. Dontaie Allen was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots, including 4 for 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Even with Air Force's defense giving up 70 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 56% from the field, including 64% on two-point attempts. The Falcons also gave up 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% success rate.</p> <p>Air Force sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made just 5, shooting 38%. The Falcons limited second-chance points, allowing only 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Aztecs Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 8-3 on the season with a 76-68 win over Boise State on Saturday. The Aztecs were +4 point underdogs going into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 144, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 33-32 at halftime and put up 43 points in the 2nd half while holding Boise State to 36 points after the break.</p><p>San Diego State put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They connected on 41.2% of their three-point attempts, hitting 7 of 17 from deep, while shooting 45.5% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they made 15 of 24 attempts, good for 62.5%.</p> <p>Miles Byrd led the way with 22 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 50% from beyond the arc (3/6). Chris Lockett Jr. added 16 points, hitting 3 of 8 from three-point range. The Aztecs grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists in the win.</p><p>San Diego State's defense held their opponent to 68 points, with a strong effort from beyond the arc, allowing just 7 threes on 30 attempts (23%).</p> <p>Despite giving up 21 points from the free-throw line, the Aztecs limited their opponent to 37% shooting overall, including 13/23 (56%) from two-point range.</p>

<p>The Hawks and Dukes are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dukes will host the game at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, PA. Saint Joseph's is favored by -2.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference matchup the against Duquesne. The over/under for the game is set at 133.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS DUQUESNE DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duquesne Dukes +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUQUESNE DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will Duquesne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Pittsburgh Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's dropped to 10-5 on the season after a 73-57 road loss to Saint Louis on Friday. The Hawks entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 36-29 at halftime, Saint Joseph's managed just 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points (130) fell short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Joseph's struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 32.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.9%, and they hit only 15.4% of their three-point attempts, going 4-for-26 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Isaiah Swope was a bright spot, scoring 26 points and hitting 4-of-9 threes, while also dishing out 8 assists. Robbie Avila added 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and 4-of-8 from three-point range.</p><p>Saint Joseph's defense struggled, allowing 73 points on 49% shooting from the field. They gave up 66% on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 27 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 32%, making 9 of 28 attempts. Saint Joseph's sent them to the line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws at a 71% rate. The Hawks allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Dukes Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Duquesne Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dukes dropped to 5-9 on the season after a 77-71 road loss to Davidson on Saturday. Duquesne entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 132.5.</p> 

<p>Duquesne led 38-34 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 43. This second-half performance was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Jahsean Corbett led the Dukes with 29 points, shooting 60% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. Reed Bailey added 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% overall. Zach Laput contributed 17 points, connecting on 66.7% of his shots, including 2 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Duquesne shot 46% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 33.3% of their threes, going 7 for 21, and made 6 of 10 free throws. The Dukes grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists in the game.</p><p>Duquesne's defense struggled, giving up 77 points on 51% shooting. They allowed the opposing team to hit 17 of 29 from two-point range, a 58% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Duquesne's opponents shot 40%, making 9 of 22 attempts. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

<p>Ohio State is favored by -3.5 points as they head into this week seven matchup against the Oregon Ducks. Both teams are 5-0 so far this season, and the game is set for 7:30 ET at Autzen Stadium in Eugene. The over/under line is currently set at 53 points, and you can catch the action on NBC. The money line odds are +134 for the Ducks and -160 for the Buckeyes.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon Ducks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Autzen Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oregon Ducks winning this one by a score of 28 to 24</li><li>Not only do we have the Oregon Ducks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 53 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ohio State Buckeyes Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Ohio State enters Week 7 against Oregon with a perfect 5-0 record, holding the #2 spot in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 59.8% likelihood of winning the Big Ten. The Buckeyes also have a 90.8% chance of making the CFB playoff, according to our projections.</p> <p></p><p>Ohio State is 4-0 at home and 1-0 on the road this season, with a +39.2 average scoring margin. They’ve been favored in all five games, going 3-2 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week’s game is 53 points. Ohio State’s games have averaged 52.8 points, and their over/under record is 3-2, with their average line at 52.3 points.</p><p>Ohio State’s offense is averaging 46 points per game heading into week 7, placing them 4th in the nation. They are ranked 3rd in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Will Howard has thrown for 1,248 yards, completing 71.5% of his passes with 12 touchdowns and 3 interceptions. Ohio State ranks 15th in completion percentage and 9th in third down conversions, converting 51.7% of their attempts.</p> <p>Ohio State is averaging 288 passing yards per game, ranking 30th nationally. They are also averaging 224 rushing yards per game. Quinshon Judkins leads the team with 468 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry and scoring 5 touchdowns. Jeremiah Smith has 453 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns on 23 catches.</p><p>Ohio State's defense has been outstanding this season, allowing just 6.8 points per game, the fewest in the nation. In their recent game against Iowa, they gave up only 7 points, allowing 10 first downs and 228 total yards. Iowa managed 118 rushing yards on 26 attempts, while Ohio State's secondary held them to 110 passing yards and forced one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents are averaging just 81.2 rushing yards per game against Ohio State, the 7th-lowest in the country. Through the air, quarterbacks have completed 62.3% of their passes for an average of 129.8 yards per game, ranking Ohio State 6th nationally in passing yards allowed.</p><h3>Are The Oregon Ducks Going Win In At Upset At Autzen Stadium</h3><p>Oregon enters Week 7 against Ohio State with a perfect 5-0 record, ranking 8th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 15.2% shot at winning the Big Ten. Oregon also holds the 6th best odds to make the CFB playoff at 66.2%.</p><p></p><p>The Ducks have a +18 average scoring margin this season, but they are 1-3 against the spread. Oregon has been favored in four of their five games and is 1-3 ATS as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is set at 53 points. Oregon’s games have averaged 52 points, with their average line at 54.2 points and their over/under record at 2-2.</p><p>Oregon’s offense is ranked 20th in our power rankings heading into week 7. They are 27th in scoring, averaging 35 points per game. Dillon Gabriel leads the passing attack with 1,449 yards, and Oregon ranks 11th in completions, averaging 26.8 per game. They are 26th in passing yards, with 294.2 per game, and have converted 49.2% of their third downs.</p> <p></p><p>Gabriel has 11 touchdown passes and three interceptions, with a passer rating of 117. Oregon leads the nation in completion percentage at 77.9%. Jordan James has rushed for 552 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored five touchdowns. Tez Johnson leads the receivers with 43 catches for 395 yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Oregon's defense has been solid this season, ranking 17th nationally by allowing just 17 points per game. In their recent game against Michigan State, they gave up only 10 points, limiting the Spartans to 251 total yards. Oregon's defense held Michigan State to 60 rushing yards on 29 attempts and allowed 191 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>On average, Oregon's defense has given up 104.4 rushing yards per game, ranking 27th in the country, and 162 passing yards per game, which ranks 23rd. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of just 62.4 against Oregon, completing 54.3% of their passes.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Oregon Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

<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>

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Mustangs 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+. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -7.5 vs. Cal Poly in a Big West conference matchup.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</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 -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cal Poly Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cal Poly’s season record dropped to 5-9 after a 98-89 loss to UC Irvine on Thursday. The Mustangs, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>Cal Poly trailed 49-38 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 42 of their own. Despite the improved second-half performance, the Mustangs couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 41% from the field and 29.5% from three-point range (13/44). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.2%, with a strong performance inside, hitting 53.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Devin Tillis led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall. Bent Leuchten added 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Myles Che contributed 22 points, hitting 56.2% of his shots.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense struggled, giving up 98 points despite holding their opponent to 41% shooting. The Mustangs allowed 34 field goals on 83 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Cal Poly's defense allowed 53% shooting, with their opponent hitting 21 of 39 two-point attempts. From three-point range, the opposition made 13 of 44 shots, a 29% success rate.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Hawaii's season record fell to 6-5 after a 64-61 loss to UC Santa Barbara on Friday, January 3rd. The Rainbow Warriors were -2.5 point favorites at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hawaii trailed 31-28 at halftime and matched UCSB's 33 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Hawaii managed just 61 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, with a rough 21.4% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 14 attempts. They connected on 52.6% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Stephan Swenson led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, despite shooting 25% from three. Tanner Christensen added 15 points, shooting 60% overall, while Gytis Nemeiksa contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 23 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 shots, shooting 75%.</p>

Cal Poly Mustangs vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<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>

Only four of the top 20 players in the Official World Golf ranking and just 13 of the players that have qualified for the US Open will be on hand at this week’s FedEx St. Jude Classic at TPC Southwind in Memphis. That means that we have a lot of solid, but unspectacular players priced a little high and a lot of inconsistent or lesser-known players in the rest of the field. It will be a tough handicap in advance of next week at Shinnecock Hills.

We’ll try to help you with your daily fantasy golf choices by looking for the top values. Everybody can take the top guys and hope for the best, but it’s often that low-cost missing piece that makes all the difference in your GPPs, 50/50s, or H2H matchups. Keep that in mind as you read through these plays. We’re looking for cheap players with upside.

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<strong>Value Picks</strong>

<strong>Kevin Chappell ($7,800) – </strong>Kevin Chappell has not played well of late at all, as he’s missed four of his last five cuts, though, in his defense, he’s been pretty close to the cut line in some of those spots. He shot even par at the PLAYERS, which is solid at TPC Sawgrass, but it wasn’t enough. It wasn’t that long ago that Chappell was seventh at the Arnold Palmer. It wasn’t that long ago that Chappell was fourth at the FedEx St. Jude Classic. It was last year, in fact, as he was one of five players to be in the 60s over all 72 holes. The others were Whee Kim, Phil Mickelson, Steve Wheatcroft, and Dominic Bozzelli. Chappell was also 22nd back in 2015. He didn’t play this event in 2016.

<strong>Chez Reavie ($7,600) – </strong>Old Reliable Chez Reavie has made 13 out of 16 cuts this season and is a great buy this week at TPC Southwind for this low price. Reavie is now two weeks removed from the MC in Fort Worth, which came a week after he withdrew from the AT&amp;T. Reavie was fourth last year going 66-65-72-69 and 12th in 2015 with a 70-70-66-68 weekend. He did not play in 2016, so it’s not like he had a bad showing that year. Those are two strong finishes over the last two St. Jude Classics for Reavie, so he better be on your radar this week.

<strong>Stewart Cink ($6,800) – </strong>With this weak of a field, you need to save some money. Stewart Cink is one way to do that. Cink, who has made 11 of 17 cuts this season, has played pretty well at TPC Southwind, even in his golden years on the PGA Tour. Cink was 10th last year with a 64-68-69-73. He seemed to tire a little bit in the heat as the week went along, which is a concern this week as well, but he shot a respectable 68-70-69-71 back in 2015. This isn’t a bad spot to take a shot with the old man.

<strong>Harris English ($8,100) – </strong>The inflated price tag on Harris English is due to his 2013 win, but there is more to it than that for him this week. English was 20th last week at the Fort Worth Invitational, which was a really solid showing. Last year at TPC Southwind, he finished 10th with a final-round 65 to move up the board a bit. He was 26th in 2016, with Sunday dropping him down the board that year. This has been one of his better courses on the PGA Tour, so there is some hope that he can surprise and be up there with some of the leaders on Sunday.

<strong>Kiradech Aphibarnrat ($8,400) – </strong>It really seems like Kiradech Aphibarnrat’s time is coming. He’s still searching for his first PGA Tour victory, but he was fifth at the WGC-Mexico, made it to the quarters of the Match Play event in Texas, was 13th at last week’s Memorial and fifth at the BMW PGA Championship the week before. Aphibarnat is going to get himself one of these PGA Tour titles sooner rather than later. It really doesn’t seem like he would play this event unless he thought he had a shot at winning it.

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A lot of players have a lot of motivation this week at the FedEx St. Jude Classic at TPC Southwind. The top 60 in the Official World Golf Ranking automatically get a berth into next week’s U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. Other players want to roll into that event with some momentum, like tournament favorites Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka, who are going to be in the U.S. Open field regardless. TPC Southwind is one of the most challenging courses on tour, so don’t expect a lot of low scores here this week.
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Our daily fantasy content at BangTheBook generally focuses on finding value. Everybody can take the top guys and hope for the best, but it’s often that low-cost missing piece that makes all the difference in your GPPs, 50/50s, or H2H matchups.

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<strong>Value Picks:</strong>

<strong>Chad</strong><strong> Campbell ($7,800) – </strong>Chad Campbell has been pretty consistent at TPC Southwind throughout his career. At the very least, he’s been consistent enough to have on your roster this week. Campbell tied for eighth last year at 7-under, which doesn’t sound great, but it was one shot behind five guys that tied for third. He made the cut in 2014 and finished inside the top 50. His only down year came in 2013, when he still played out all four days, but it came on the heels of finishing third in 2012. He was 10th at the Dean &amp; DeLuca Invitational and 12th at the AT&amp;T Byron Nelson, so he’s quietly playing well.

<strong>Jon Curran ($8,300) – </strong>Imagine the price you could have got Jon Curran at if he hadn’t finished second last week at the Memorial. Curran is one of those players that needs a big showing this weekend in order to get into the U.S. Open. He hasn’t missed a cut since the RBC Heritage, a span of six events. A challenging course like TPC Southwind, especially one with a low par of 70, emphasizes making the cut. Curran did that last year in his only start in Memphis. He finished 53d at 1-over, but finished with his best round on Sunday.

<strong>Jamie Donaldson ($7,800) – </strong>Another player with a lot at stake this week is Jamie Donaldson. Donaldson has not been in good form lately. He missed the cut in his last PGA Tour start and missed the cut in his last European Tour start. He was 10th the week prior at the Irish Open, but he needs a strong showing this week. He’s 64th in the OWGR. That’s an angle that will get a lot of play this week. He did miss the cut here last year, but you can’t question his focus.

<strong>Bobby Wyatt ($7,300) – </strong>Outside of a rough showing at the Wells Fargo, Bobby Wyatt has proven that he belongs. The former Alabama standout used to run neck-and-neck with Jordan Spieth in amateur rankings and it’s fair to assume that he’s come across this course a time or two, or at least a course with a similar design. He was fourth at the Zurich Classic at a TPC course and narrowly missed the cut at the AT&amp;T Byron Nelson in his last start. It’s a tough course, but he has the ability to contend.

<strong>Lee McCoy ($6,700) – </strong>Like Wyatt, it could be a good weekend for recent college players and grads. Lee McCoy was fourth at the Valspar back in early March. He opened with a 74, but once the nerves settled down, he shot 66-69 over the weekend to climb into the top five. This is a tough track for a lot of players, but it might help some of the youngsters because they won’t overthink it. A lot of the new crop can really rip it, so that’s something to consider on a course with some long par 4s.

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<strong>Players to Avoid:</strong>

<strong>Luke Donald ($8,700) – </strong>The former #1 player in the world has really struggled for a while now. He made the cut but finished 68th at the Memorial last week, firing 73-78-72 over his final three rounds. He missed the cut at the PLAYERS and really hasn’t been worth anything except for name recognition in about two months. He’s a guy to avoid this week.

<strong>Fabian Gomez ($7,200) – </strong>DFS players are going to see the reigning champion with this extremely reasonable price, but there’s a reason why Gomez is so far down the board. He is gunning for one of those U.S. Open spots, but Gomez missed the cut last week, withdrew at the Dean &amp; DeLuca, and was 74th at the PLAYERS Championship. Course form is a big deal and Gomez has been good here, but he hasn’t been good overall and that’s the noticeable part here.

Golf DFS Picks: The 2018 FedEx St. Jude Classic

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-566) will host the Wizards (+414) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5.</p>

<p>Washington is currently on a three-game losing streak and has a record of 6-28. The 76ers are 14-20 and are favored by 11 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 150-83 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Wizards dropped to 6-28 on the season after a 135-112 home loss to the Rockets on Tuesday. Washington entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 247 points went well over the pre-game line of 222.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 30-20 after the 1st quarter, but the Rockets took control with a 10-0 run early in the 2nd. Houston outscored the Wizards 37-25 in the 2nd quarter and 40-24 in the 3rd, putting the game out of reach as they led 97-79 going into the 4th.</p><p>Corey Kispert connected on 5 threes at a 71.4% clip and led the Wizards with 23 points in their loss to the Rockets, hitting 10 of his points in the 2nd quarter. He finished with a 70% shooting percentage overall. Jonas Valančiūnas added 18 points, with 8 coming in the opening quarter, while Jared Butler contributed 12 of his 14 points in the 4th.</p> <p>As a team, the Wizards made 15 threes, shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc and 46.1% from the field overall. Bilal Coulibaly and Carlton Carrington each chipped in 12 points, with Coulibaly scoring 6 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive start, the Wizards couldn’t maintain their momentum, giving up 37 points in the 2nd quarter and 40 in the 3rd, leading to a 135-112 loss to the Rockets. Washington allowed Houston to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>The Wizards also sent the Rockets to the line 23 times, where they made 20 free throws. Washington gave up 19 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will Philadelphia Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The 76ers fell to 14-20 on the season after a 109-99 home loss to the Suns on Monday. Philadelphia entered the game as +2 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 208 points was well below the O/U line of 222.5.</p> <p>Philadelphia started strong, going on a 14-0 run to take a 17-3 lead, but the Suns chipped away, winning the 2nd quarter 26-23. Phoenix took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 36-27, and finished off the game by winning the 4th quarter 31-26.</p><p>In their 99-point performance against the Suns, the 76ers shot just 39.1% from the field, though they did hit 15 threes at a 37.5% clip. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 31 points, including 6 made threes, and added 10 assists.</p> <p>Maxey scored 16 points in the 4th quarter, while Kelly Oubre added 13 of his 26 points in the 3rd. Guerschon Yabusele contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 3 threes.</p><p>The 76ers started strong defensively, holding the Suns to just 16 points in the 1st quarter, but they couldn't maintain that intensity, giving up 36 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th. Overall, they allowed Phoenix to score 109 points on 50% shooting.</p> <p>Philadelphia struggled to defend the three-point line, where the Suns hit 14 threes at a 45% clip. The 76ers sent Phoenix to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. On the boards, the 76ers gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Washington Wizards vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Lumberjacks face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lumberjacks are hosting the game at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and Stephen F. Austin is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Abilene Christian.</p><h3>ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS VS STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Abilene Christian Wildcats +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Lumberjacks.</li><li>Even though we have Stephen F. Austin winning straight-up, we like Abilene Christian at +9.5.</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 Wildcats Make it Happen in Nacogdoches?</h3><p>Abilene Christian has struggled on the road this season, going just 4-9 away from home. Their average scoring margin on the road is -7.6 points per game, and they have lost nine of their last ten road games.</p>

<p>Overall, Abilene Christian is 9-15 this season, including a 4-9 mark in Western Athletic Conference play. They have gone 4-10 as the underdog, and they enter this game as 9.5-point underdogs.</p><p>Abilene Christian has an ATS record of 10-12 this season, including a mark of 7-6 vs. the spread on the road. As the underdog, the Wildcats are 7-7 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Abilene Christian has gone 4-6 ATS.</p><p>Abilene Christian's over/under record for the season sits at 12-9-1, and today's over/under line of 146.5 is very close to their average over/under line of 145.8. So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points, which is lower than their season average of 146.5.</p><p>Abilene Christian is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 87 points vs. Texas-Rio Grande Valley. This figure is more than their season average of 73.2 points per game. Leading the team in scoring was Hunter-Jack Madden with 27 points. Ali Abdou Dibba also added 16 points for the Wildcats.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Abilene Christian defense is giving up an average of 75.5 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Abilene Christian's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.9% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.2% this season.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Lumberjacks?</h3><p>Stephen F. Austin comes into this game as a 9.5-point favorite, and they will look to improve their record to 9-5 at home this season. The Lumberjacks have gone 14-10 overall, including a 7-6 mark in Western Athletic Conference play.</p>

<p>After a 71-63 loss to UT Arlington, Stephen F. Austin will look to avoid losing back-to-back games for the first time since their two-game road losing streak earlier this season. Over their last 10 games at home, the Lumberjacks have gone 7-3.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin has struggled against the spread this season, posting a 6-16 ATS mark. Their ATS record is even worse when they are the favorite, as they are just 4-11 vs. the spread when favored this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Lumberjacks have gone just 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin's over/under record this season is 13-9 and the average scoring total in their games is 147.1 points. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is slightly lower than the average over/under line in their games (146.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 149 points and their OU record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>The Stephen F. Austin offense is coming off a game in which they scored 63 points vs. UT Arlington. Overall their field goal percentage was 38.2% while connecting on 1 three. Leading the team in scoring was Kyle Hayman with 18 points. Latrell Jossell also added 14 points for the Lumberjacks.</p><p>The Lumberjacks' defense is presently ranked 153rd nationally, allowing an average of 71.4 points per contest. Stephen F. Austin will look once again to perform well on defense, holding UT Arlington to just 38% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Avalanche versus the Blackhawks? The puck drops at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TNT. The game will be played at United Center in Chicago, IL. The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 in this Central division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Blackhawks to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+214)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Colorado Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Following a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 25-15-1 for the season. The Avalanche took the lead early in the second period, but the Predators responded with five unanswered goals. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p>

<p>As the underdog on the puck line, Colorado failed to cover. They scored first, with Cale Makar finding the net at 17:06 in the second period, but Nashville tied it up at 11:29 in the same period and took control from there.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche took 30 shots on goal but only managed to score twice. Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal late in the third period.</p> <p>Makar and MacKinnon also picked up assists, with Makar now at 16 assists for the season and MacKinnon at 14. The Avalanche had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled late, giving up two goals in the final 1:14, both empty-netters. They also conceded the first goal of the game at 11:29 in the 2nd period and another at 5:15 in the 3rd. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage. The Avalanche's defense finished with 11 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Will Chicago Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 13-25-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. As underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks covered, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who held a 4-1 lead until the Ducks added a goal with just 4 seconds left. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over the Ducks, with four different players scoring. Ryan Donato netted his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen, who scored his 4th, and Isaak Phillips, with his 1st, also contributed.</p> <p>Connor Bedard picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 9. The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and capitalized twice on power plays. They recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Blackhawks will look to carry over their performance from the previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Ducks. Arvid Söderblom recorded 38 saves with a 95% save percentage. The defense also had 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals they allowed came in the 3rd period, with the second coming with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Racers and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at McLeod Center in Cedar Falls, IA. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Northern Iowa as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>MURRAY STATE RACERS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at McLeod Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Can the Murray State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Murray State Racers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Racers improved to 7-7 on the season with a 66-59 road win over Drake on Sunday. Murray State entered the game as +10 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 26-26 tie at halftime, the Racers outscored Drake 40-33 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, just under the O/U line of 125.5.</p><p>Murray State's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 65%. They connected on 60% of their two-point attempts and hit 46.7% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-15 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Racers made 15 of 20 attempts, good for 75%.</p> <p>Terence Harcum led the way with 20 points, hitting 4-of-7 from three-point range. Kylen Milton added 15 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Isaia Howard was also efficient, making 6-of-8 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 13 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, Murray State held their opponent to 59 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 45% from two-point range with 17 made shots out of 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Racers limited their opponent to 4 threes on 14 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 13 free throws (72%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Panthers?</h3><p>Northern Iowa’s season record dropped to 8-6 after a 80-73 road loss to Valparaiso on Saturday. The Panthers, who entered the game as -4.5 favorites, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 43-36 at halftime, Northern Iowa couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 37 points after the break. The total points for the game ended at 153, going over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Northern Iowa put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56%, thanks to strong two-point shooting at 66.7% (20/30), though they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% (5/20) of their threes.</p> <p>Tytan Anderson led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro added 20 points, hitting 50% of his threes (2/4), while Tyler Schmidt contributed 15 points, connecting on 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 80 points, they held their opponent to 42% shooting from the field. The Panthers allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team connecting on 16 of 30 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northern Iowa's defense saw their opponent hit 9 of 29 attempts, good for 31%. The Panthers also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 87%. Northern Iowa gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>The Flyers and Minutemen are set to face off at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The Minutemen will host the game at William D. Mullins Memorial Center in Amherst, MA. Dayton come into this Atlantic 10 conference matchup as the -9.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>DAYTON FLYERS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at William D. Mullins Memorial Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Dayton Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Dayton Flyers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Dayton’s season record dropped to 10-4 after a disappointing 82-62 road loss to George Washington on Saturday. The Flyers were -8.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Dayton trailed 43-27 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game went just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Dayton's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 38.3%. They managed to score 62 points, with 10 assists and 14 offensive rebounds, while hitting 80% of their free throws.</p> <p>Christian Jones and Nate Santos each contributed 23 points, with Jones shooting 50% overall and 62.5% from three. Gerald Drumgoole Jr. added 21 points, hitting 41.7% from deep, and Trey Autry was perfect from the field, going 6/6 overall and 3/3 from three-point range.</p><p>Dayton's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Flyers gave up 15 threes on 31 attempts, a 48% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Minutemen Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Massachusetts Minutemen Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Minutemen fell to 4-10 on the season after a 72-64 loss to Richmond on Saturday. Playing at home, Massachusetts entered the game as 5-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Massachusetts trailed 34-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 38. The loss adds to their struggles this season.</p><p>In their recent game, the Minutemen put up 64 points, shooting 41.7% from the field and 36.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they connected on 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Rahsool Diggins and DeLonnie Hunt each added 16 points. Hunt also dished out 7 assists. Mike Walz contributed 11 points and 9 rebounds, and Jayden Ndjigue was perfect from the field, hitting all 3 of his shots.</p><p>Massachusetts gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 13 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Minutemen's defense saw the other team hit 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% clip. They also sent the opposition to the line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 81%. Massachusetts allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Aggies face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Aggies are hosting the game at Pan American Center in Las Cruces, NM. Louisiana Tech is favored by -2.5 in this Conference USA conference contest against New Mexico State. The game's over/under currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS VS NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico State Aggies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pan American Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</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 Louisiana Tech Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Louisiana Tech dropped to 8-3 on the season after a 70-60 road loss to UTEP on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, the Bulldogs not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-27 at halftime, Louisiana Tech scored 33 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34, unable to close the gap. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Louisiana Tech's offense struggled, scoring just 60 points with a field goal percentage of 40% (20/50). They hit 29% from three-point range, making 9 of 31 attempts, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 48%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 11 of 13 shots, good for 84.6%.</p> <p>Otis Frazier III led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 50% overall but just 22.2% from deep (2/9). Kaden Cooper added 14 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range (44.4%), while Sean Newman Jr. contributed 7 assists.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs limited their opponent to just 6 made threes on 29 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. At the free-throw line, their opponent went 14/17, hitting 82% of their foul shots. Louisiana Tech also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Aggies Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>New Mexico State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Aggies improved to 5-6 on the season with a 75-71 win over Sam Houston on Thursday. New Mexico State, who were +1 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>New Mexico State led 38-30 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 146 fell just under the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Mexico State put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28% of their threes (7/25), but were solid inside, connecting on 51.5% of their two-point attempts (17/33). At the free-throw line, the Aggies were efficient, making 20 of 24 attempts for 83.3%.</p> <p>Christian Cook led the way with 25 points, shooting 8/19 overall and 2/7 from three. Peter Filipovity added 20 points and 7 rebounds, while Kalifa Sakho was a force inside, scoring 16 points on 7/9 shooting and grabbing 13 boards. Marcus Boykin contributed 6 assists to go along with his 14 points.</p><p>New Mexico State's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 24 of 58 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 17 of 33 attempts, good for 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, New Mexico State held their opponent to 28%, with just 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The Aggies also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 83%. New Mexico State allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs New Mexico State Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Spiders and Rams game? Catch the action at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Atlantic 10 matchup, Richmond is favored by -2 vs. Fordham. The over/under for the game is 137.5 points.</p><h3>RICHMOND SPIDERS VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fordham Rams +2</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FORDHAM RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-68 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Fordham pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Richmond Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Richmond has been on fire lately, winning 10 straight games and posting a 15-5 record overall. They have been especially dominant at home, going 11-1 compared to just 3-4 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Spiders have been perfect this season, going 9-0. They have been the favorite in nine of their 20 games.</p><p>Richmond has been one of the best teams against the spread this season, going 15-4 overall. Their ATS mark is even more impressive when they are favored, as they have an 8-1 record vs. the spread in those games. On the road, the Spiders have an ATS mark of 4-3 and have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last 3 road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 137.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Richmond's games this season (140.1). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>The Spiders' offense finished with 69 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 72.9 points per contest. For the season, the Richmond offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 338th in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 46%.</p><p>The Spiders' defense is presently ranked 37th nationally, allowing an average of 64.9 points per contest. So far, the Richmond defense is giving up an average of 8.8 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8 times per game (348th).</p><h3>Can the Rams Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, Fordham has gone 5-9, and they are currently on a three-game losing streak at home. For the year, their average scoring margin at home is +2.0 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Rams have a record of 9-11, including a 3-4 mark in the Atlantic 10. So far, they have gone 4-5 when listed as the underdog.</p><p>As the underdog, Fordham has gone 4-5 against the spread this season. Their home ATS mark is 4-10, including an 0-3 record in their last three games. Overall, the Rams are just 8-12 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Fordham games is 12-8, and today's line of 137.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (143.2). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 130 points, and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>In their latest game, Fordham offense put up 59 points against Duquesne. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 36.8% and made 4 threes. On the offensive front, the Rams have a season-long field goal percentage of 41%, ranking 361st nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 348th in terms of percentage and 139th in three-pointers made.</p><p>On the defensive side, Fordham is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 73.5 points per game. Fordham's three-point defense is currently 29th in the country at 5.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 43.8% of their shots vs. Fordham.</p>

Richmond Spiders vs Fordham Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 1/31/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Demons and Red Storm game? Catch the action at Carnesecca Arena in Queens, NY, as the Red Storm hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on PEAC. The over/under for this game is set at 150 points, and St. John's is favored by -13 vs. DePaul in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS ST. JOHN'S RED STORM BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +13</p><p>This game will be played at Carnesecca Arena at 6:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Red Storm.</li><li>Even though we have St. John's winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +13.</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 Blue Demons Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>DePaul improved to 8-2 on the season with a 91-72 win over Wichita State on Saturday. The Blue Demons, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>After trailing 47-42 at halftime, DePaul turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Shockers 49-25.</p><p>DePaul's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 51.6% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.5%, thanks in large part to their 17 made threes on 33 attempts, shooting 51.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jacob Meyer and CJ Gunn both hit 4 threes, with Gunn shooting 75% overall and Meyer hitting 66.7% of his shots. DePaul also dished out 24 assists, with Isaiah Rivera contributing 4 assists to go along with his 17 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>DePaul's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 51% shooting from the field, as their opponent went 32/62 overall. Inside the arc, DePaul allowed 15/29 shooting, also at 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul's defense gave up 17/33 shooting, with their opponent hitting 51% from deep. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10, shooting 76%. DePaul allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Red Storm Win at Home?</h3><p>St. John’s improved to 8-2 on the season with a 99-77 win over Bryant on Wednesday. The Red Storm were heavy favorites at -21 and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 158.5.</p> <p>Leading 45-41 at halftime, St. John’s clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, holding Bryant to 36 points while scoring 54 of their own.</p><p>St. John's put up 99 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.1%, with strong two-point shooting at 59.6% (31/52). From beyond the arc, they hit 30.8% of their attempts (8/26), and they connected on 68.4% of their free throws (13/19).</p> <p>The Red Storm grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists. Zuby Ejiofor led the way with 22 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Keyshawn Mitchell added 21 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>St. John's struggled defensively, giving up 77 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They particularly had trouble inside, where they allowed 31 two-point baskets on 52 attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, St. John's held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws. Additionally, St. John's gave up 21 offensive rebounds.</p>

DePaul Blue Demons vs St. John's Red Storm NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>The Golden State Warriors travel to Brooklyn to take on the Nets in a non-conference matchup. The Nets are currently favored by 1.5 and have a moneyline of -127. The over/under line is set at 237.5.</p>

<p>Golden State is 12th in the Western Conference with a record of 21-25. Brooklyn is 11th in the Eastern Conference at 20-28. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET and the game will be televised on NBCS.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Monday, February 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-110 in favor of the Nets.</li><li>Our projections have Mikal Bridges finishing with Mikal Bridges points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nets finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Golden State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Golden State is 21-25 on the season and is currently 12th in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they are 9-6 compared to 12-19 against other Western Conference teams.</p>

<p>On the road, the Warriors are 8-12 this season, and they are 12-8 ATS as the road team. Overall, their ATS record is 22-23.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Warriors have lost three straight games and are 4-15 as the underdog this season. Today, they are getting 1.5 points and are 12-6 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Hawks, the two teams combined for 275 points, easily surpassing the O/U line of 246. The Warriors lost the game 141-134, going into the game as 1.5-point underdogs.</p>

<p>This season, the average O/U line in Warriors games is 231.8, and their games have averaged 237.8 points. They have an O/U record of 27-18-1.</p>

<p>Overall, the Warriors are 4-15 as the underdog this season and have an ATS record of 12-6 as the underdog. Today, they are 1.5-point underdogs and are 22-23 ATS for the season.</p><p>Golden State is one of the most prolific three-point shooting teams in the league, averaging 15 made threes per game, which is third in the NBA. They are also fourth in offensive rebounds and are 6th in assists.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Warriors have outscored the league average in 60.9% of their games. In terms of scoring, they are 7th in the NBA at 119 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 119.8 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Golden State is 9th in the league at 100 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 18th at 47%. From two-point range, they are 17th in the NBA but are 3rd in three-pointers made per game.</p><p>Looking at the Warriors defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 118.8 points per game (22nd). When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Warriors squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 36.2% from downtown.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Nets?</h3><p>Today, the Nets are favored by 1.5 points at home against the Warriors. This season, Brooklyn has been the favorite in 16 of their 48 games and has a record of 11-5 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 9-7 against the spread.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Nets defeated the 76ers by a score of 136-121. They were 2-point underdogs going into the game. This improved their ATS record to 23-23 for the season, and they have now covered the spread in five straight games.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, the Nets are 25-23 this season, and their games have averaged 230.1 points per game. Today's O/U line of 237.5 is higher than 43 of their previous games.</p>

<p>Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Nets are 14-14, which has them in 11th place in the East. In the Atlantic Division, they are 2-5 and are currently in 4th place.</p><p>This season, the Nets are averaging 114.6 points per game, which is 18th in the NBA. At home, they are scoring 115.4 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, Brooklyn has outscored the league average in 45.8% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 24th in the league at 97.9 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Nets are 24th in field goal percentage at 46%. They are also 24th in true shooting percentage.</p><p>On defense, Nets is currently around the league average in points allowed, giving up an average of 115.4 points per game. Opponents are hitting 52.7% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 38.2% of their three-point attempts.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 2/5/24

<p>The Owls and Bulls are set to face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Bulls will host the game at Yuengling Center in Tampa, FL. Florida Atlantic is favored by -5.5 in this American Athletic conference contest against South Florida. The game's over/under currently sits at 147.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS VS SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Yuengling Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, February 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will South Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Tampa Possible for the Owls?</h3><p>Florida Atlantic enters this game with a 20-5 record, including a 9-2 mark in American Athletic Conference play. The Owls have been especially strong at home, going 12-1 this season, compared to a 7-4 record on the road.</p>

<p>Florida Atlantic has been the favorite in 22 of its 25 games this season, going 17-5 in those contests. The Owls have won four of their last five games on the road and are coming off an 80-68 win over Temple.</p><p>Florida Atlantic has an ATS record of 11-13 this season. On the road, they are 4-7 vs. the spread. As the favorite, the Owls have gone 9-13 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's over/under record this season sits at 12-12 and the average scoring total in their games is 154.5 points. So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 147.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 157 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Temple, finishing the game with a total of 80 points. Their season average is now 83.3 points per game. Offensively, the Owls hold a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, placing them 51st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 85th in terms of percentage and 39th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At present, the Owls' defense is nationally ranked 177th, allowing 72.1 points per game. Florida Atlantic's three-point defense is currently 162nd in the country at 7.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 43.7% of their shots vs. Florida Atlantic.</p><h3>Can South Florida Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>South Florida has been dominant at home this season, going 13-2 with an average scoring margin of +10.8 points per game. They have won their last 11 games at home, and they are 10-0 in their last 10.</p>

<p>Overall, the Bulls have won 10 straight games, and they are 18-5 on the season. In American Athletic Conference play, they have gone 11-1, and they are 7-4 in non-conference games.</p><p>South Florida has been a solid bet all season long, going 15-5-3 against the spread. At home, their ATS record is 11-3-1, including a perfect 3-0 mark in their last three games. As the underdog, the Bulls are 4-2-1 vs. the spread this year and 5-4-1 in their last 10 games in that role.</p><p>South Florida's over/under record this season is 7-16, and today's over/under line of 147.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (146.6). This year, 17 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's over/under line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 131 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 74.8 points per game, the South Florida had a below average performance. They scored 69 points against Tulsa and had a field goal percentage of 45.8%. Offensively, the Bulls have a season long field goal percentage of 43%, which is 271st in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 120th in percentage and 54th in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Bulls' defense is presently ranked 82nd nationally, allowing an average of 68.0 points per contest. In their most recent game, the South Florida defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Tulsa knocked down 13 three-pointers on their way to 50 points.</p>

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