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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Hockey Club versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. In this Western matchup, the Hockey Club are favored by -1.5 goals against the Kraken. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Kraken to come out on top with a final score of 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (-102)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Hockey Club Secure a Win at Seattle?</h3><p>Utah fell to 16-13-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5, and Utah, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They had a 2-0 lead before Vegas scored four unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for Utah, with Logan Cooley netting the first goal at 11:52 in the first period. Vegas tied it up with just 0:01 left in the second period and secured the win with a goal at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club managed 3 goals on 19 shots in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. Ian Cole netted his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot also found the net for the second time this year.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, giving him 2 on the season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist, and Cooley added his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will look to bounce back after allowing four straight goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored at the 15:06 mark of the 2nd period, then added goals at 19:59 in the 2nd, 5:37 in the 3rd, and 2:15 into overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%. Utah's defense also recorded 21 hits and 8 takeaways.</p><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Seattle’s 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped them to 16-19-2 for the season. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period.</p> <p>As underdogs, the Kraken failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short.</p><p>Seattle’s offense was shut out in a 2-0 loss to Boston. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net. They also had 19 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>None of the Kraken’s players scored or recorded an assist. Seattle failed to score on the power play and didn’t register any shorthanded or empty-net goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came just 3:23 in, and the second at the 10:03 mark. However, they tightened up after that, not allowing another goal. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trailblazers and Golden Panthers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Panthers at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and FIU is favored by -5.5 at home against Utah Tech.</p><h3>UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU 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 over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Utah Tech as Away Dogs</h3><p>Utah Tech picked up a 92-87 home win over South Dakota on Thursday, improving to 2-10 for the season. The Trailblazers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Trailing 42-39 at halftime, Utah Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 179, going over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>Utah Tech put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.5%, and they added 13 offensive rebounds and 21 assists.</p> <p>Kaleb Stewart led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 60% from deep. Noa Gonsalves hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, while Beon Riley contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's opponent connected on 13 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 44%. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Utah Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>FIU improved to 3-7 on the season with a 75-69 road win over the Jaguars on Saturday. Despite being favored by 7.5 points, the Golden Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FIU’s defense stepped up in the second half, allowing just 26 points after giving up 43 in the first half. The Golden Panthers scored 47 points after halftime to complete the comeback.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, thanks in large part to hitting 53.3% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 15 attempts. They also shot 77.8% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 27 shots.</p> <p>Jarvis Walker led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes and adding 6 assists. Dashon Gittens, Paul Zilinskas, and Asim Jones each contributed 15 points, with Gittens shooting 75% from deep. FIU grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. FIU held them to 38% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made just 10 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 13 of 32 threes, shooting 40%. FIU sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 66%. FIU also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Utah Tech Trailblazers vs FIU Golden Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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<p>At 4:30 ET, the CW will be televising the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl, where the Miami (OH) RedHawks and Colorado State Rams will face off at Arizona Stadium in Tucson. Miami (OH) comes in with an 8-5 record, while Colorado State is 8-4. The RedHawks are the slight -1.5-point favorites on the spread, and the over/under line is at 43.5 points for this matchup.</p><h3>MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS VS COLORADO STATE RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Arizona Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Miami (OH) RedHawks winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Miami (OH) RedHawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Miami (OH) RedHawks Pick Up A Win At Arizona Stadium?</h3><p>Miami (OH) enters their Week 1 matchup against Colorado State with an 8-5 record. They’ve gone 4-2 at home and 3-3 on the road this season. The RedHawks have been favored in seven of their 13 games, posting a 6-1 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Miami’s ATS record stands at 6-6, with a +3.7 average scoring margin. They’ve gone 4-3 against the spread as favorites and are 3-3 ATS both at home and on the road.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 5-6-1, with an average line of 44.5 points. This week’s total is set at 43.5, and Miami’s games have averaged 41.5 points per contest.</p><p>Miami (OH) heads into week 1 ranked 98th in our offensive power rankings, and they averaged 22.6 points per game last season. Their third-down conversion rate was just 33.1%, placing them 118th nationally. Brett Gabbert, their quarterback, threw for 2,737 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, with a passer rating of 89.</p> <p>Miami (OH) ranked 54th in passing yards per game, averaging 220 yards, and they were 51st in passing attempts. Gabbert completed 57.6% of his passes. Keyon Mozee led the rushing attack with 1,073 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry. Javon Tracy had 818 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.</p><p>Miami (OH)'s defense, ranked 19th nationally, has allowed 18.9 points per game this season. They’ve given up 137.9 rushing yards per game and 184.5 passing yards, ranking 35th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a 71.3 passer rating against Miami, completing 57.5% of their passes.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Ohio, Miami allowed 38 points, surrendering 468 total yards. Ohio rushed for 233 yards and threw for 235 yards, completing 20 of 27 passes.</p><h3>Can The Colorado State Rams Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Colorado State enters Week 13 with an 8-4 record, hosting Miami (OH). They’ve been strong at home, going 5-1, while their road record stands at 2-2. The Rams have been favored in seven games this season, winning all of them for a 7-0 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>The Rams’ ATS record is 6-4, with a +0.7 average scoring margin. They are 6-1 against the spread as the favorite, and at home, they’ve covered four out of six games.</p> <p></p><p>Colorado State’s over/under record is 3-7, with their games averaging 49.3 points. The average over/under line has been 52 points, and this week’s line is set at 43.5 points.</p><p>Colorado State’s offense is averaging 25 points per game, placing them 67th in the nation. They are ranked 103rd in our offensive power rankings heading into this week. Their third-down conversion rate is low, at just 35%, which ranks 109th nationally. In the passing game, they average 211 yards per game, and their passer rating is 88.</p> <p>Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi leads the passing attack with 2,456 yards and a passer rating of 90. He has completed 62.1% of his passes, throwing 13 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. On the ground, Avery Morrow has rushed for 956 yards, scoring 9 touchdowns and averaging 5 yards per carry. Caleb Goodie leads the receivers with 436 yards and 4 touchdowns.</p><p>Colorado State's defense has allowed an average of 24.3 points per game this season, including 37 points in their recent matchup against Utah State. They gave up 486 total yards, with 297 rushing yards on 48 attempts and 189 passing yards, while also forcing two interceptions.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 156 rushing yards per game and 238.5 passing yards against Colorado State, ranking the Rams 125th in the nation for passing yards allowed. Quarterbacks have completed 60.6% of their passes and have a passer rating of 88.3 against Colorado State’s defense.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

Siena Saints vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

College Football

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The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>At 10:00 ET, the 76ers will travel to Portland to take on the Trail Blazers. Philadelphia (-216) is currently favored by 5.5 points over Portland (+181). The over/under line for the game is set at 222.5 points.</p>

<p>The 76ers (12-17) come into tonight's non-conference matchup having won three straight games. They are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. As for the Trail Blazers (11-20), they have won two straight and are 13th in the Western Conference and 4th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-138 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Offense Score Enough in Portland?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 12-17 on the season with a 114-111 road win over the Jazz on Saturday. The 76ers were favored by 7.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, while the game’s total of 225 points narrowly exceeded the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>Utah jumped out to a 14-3 lead with a 12-0 run early, but the 76ers responded by outscoring the Jazz 35-18 in the 2nd quarter. After an even 3rd quarter (29-24 in favor of Utah), the teams entered the 4th tied at 81, with Philadelphia edging out the Jazz 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each scored 32 points in the 76ers' 114-111 win over the Jazz, with Maxey hitting 5 threes at 38.5%. Embiid shot 47.6% from the field, while Maxey finished at 39.1%.</p> <p>Philadelphia made 13 threes at a 36.1% clip, shooting 43.4% overall. Maxey scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Embiid added 9, and Guerschon Yabusele chipped in 5 of his 12 points in the final period.</p><p>The 76ers' defense tightened up in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 18 points, which helped them secure a 114-111 win over the Jazz. Philadelphia gave up 34 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 4th but managed to hold Utah to 111 points overall.</p> <p>Defensively, the 76ers held the Jazz to 33% shooting from beyond the arc, with Utah making 12 three-pointers. Philadelphia also sent the Jazz to the line 15 times, where they made 13 free throws. The 76ers recorded 15 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 11-20 on the season with a 126-122 win over the Mavericks on Saturday. Portland, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread at home. The total points for the game exceeded the O/U line of 223.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Portland jumped out to an early lead, taking a 36-25 advantage after the 1st quarter. They maintained control through the 2nd and 3rd quarters, leading 97-82 going into the 4th. Despite being outscored 40-29 in the final period, the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Shaedon Sharpe led the Trail Blazers with 23 points in their win over the Mavericks, while Anfernee Simons added 22 and Deni Avdija and Deandre Ayton each contributed 21. Portland shot 50% from the field and made 11 threes, hitting 42.3% from deep.</p> <p>Sharpe scored 11 points in the 1st quarter, while Ayton added 10. Simons and Ayton both scored 7 points in the 4th quarter, with Scoot Henderson also adding 7 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 25 and 23 points, respectively, but struggled in the 4th, allowing 40 points. Overall, they gave up 122 points on 48% shooting from the Mavericks.</p> <p>Portland allowed 15 threes on 39% shooting from deep. They sent Dallas to the line 26 times, where the Mavericks made 21 free throws. The Trail Blazers finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Predators and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Jets are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Jets will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Nashville Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Predators improved to 11-18-7 with a 5-2 victory over the Avalanche. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Nashville fell behind early, but five different players contributed goals to secure the win. The Avalanche scored first at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with Steven Stamkos’ goal at 11:29 in the same period to even the score.</p><p>Nashville’s offense tallied 5 goals on 25 shots in their recent game against Colorado, with two of those goals coming on empty nets. The Predators were shut out in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play to tie the game 1-1. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Roman Josi added his first goal of the season, also on a power play. Filip Forsberg scored his 7th goal on an empty net, while Gustav Nyquist closed out the scoring with his 4th goal, also on an empty net. The Predators finished with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held strong otherwise, helping the Predators secure a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p><h3>Can The Jets Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Winnipeg improved to 26-10-1 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. The Jets covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>The Jets fell behind 2-0 in the first period before scoring seven of the next nine goals. Seven different players scored for Winnipeg, with two of their goals coming with an empty net.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was highlighted by two empty-net goals in their 7-4 victory over Tampa Bay. The Jets fired 34 shots on goal and scored seven times, with each goal coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets, marking his third goal of the season.</p> <p>Logan Stanley netted his first goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his first on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers scored his ninth goal with an empty net, and Cole Perfetti followed with his fourth, also into an empty net. The Jets finished with 10 assists, including Josh Morrissey’s 13th of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing four goals in their previous game against the Lightning. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense registered 5 takeaways and 31 hits. They also blocked 13 shots, but they’ll look to start stronger after giving up the first two goals of the game, including one at 6:49 in the first period.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Cyclones and Buffaloes game? Catch the action at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO, as the Buffaloes hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on CBSS. Iowa State is favored by -10.5 in this Big 12 conference contest against Colorado. The game's over/under currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</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>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Cyclones?</h3><p>The Cyclones improved to 10-1 with a 99-72 home win over Morgan State on Sunday. Iowa State entered the game as heavy favorites, but they didn’t cover the -42.5 spread. The total points for the game reached 171, surpassing the over/under line of 158.5.</p> <p>Iowa State led 50-34 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 49 points while allowing 38.</p><p>Iowa State's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 99 points while shooting 61% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.8%, thanks in part to their 74.4% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Cyclones dished out 26 assists, with Keshon Gilbert contributing 7 and Curtis Jones adding 6. Tamin Lipsey and Gilbert both shot 8/9 from the field, with Lipsey also hitting his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even with Iowa State's defense giving up 72 points, they couldn't slow down their opponent, who shot 61% from the field, including a scorching 74% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 7 of 20 threes, good for 35%.</p> <p>The Cyclones sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they connected on 20 free throws, shooting 76%. Iowa State also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><h3>Colorado Buffaloes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Colorado improved to 9-2 on the season with a 79-55 win over Bellarmine on Saturday. The Buffaloes were heavy favorites at -24.5 and while they secured the win, they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Colorado dominated the first half, leading 45-16, but allowed 39 points in the second half while scoring 34. This second-half performance might be a concern for the Buffaloes moving forward.</p><p>Colorado put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, thanks to hitting 60.5% of their two-point attempts (23/38), though they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% (6/24) of their threes.</p> <p>The Buffaloes were solid at the free-throw line, making 15 of 19 attempts (78.9%), and they grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. They also dished out 22 assists, with Assane Diop contributing 15 points in 17 minutes, shooting 63.6% overall. RJ Smith added 11 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Colorado's defense held their opponent to 55 points, despite allowing them to shoot 46% from the field. The Buffaloes gave up 23 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 60% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colorado limited their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. The Buffaloes also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 15, shooting 78%. Colorado allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Iowa State Cyclones vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Lions and Cowboys game? Catch the action at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA, as the Cowboys hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Southland conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and McNeese State is favored to win by -16.5 at home vs. Southeastern Louisiana.</p><h3>SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Southeastern Louisiana at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lions Pull Off a Win at Lake Charles?</h3><p>Southeastern Louisiana improved to 4-6 on the season with a 75-65 road win over Grambling State on Monday. The Lions entered the game as +3 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After leading 40-29 at halftime, Southeastern Louisiana scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 140 exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 56.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 64.6%. They connected on 67.9% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, with 8 threes made.</p> <p>Sam Hines Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 66.7% from the field, while Kam Burton added 18 points, hitting 6 threes at a 60% clip. Jakevion Buckley contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, dishing out a team-high 7 assists.</p><p>Even though Southeastern Louisiana allowed 65 points, they gave up a 46% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 23 of 50 shots. From inside the arc, the Lions allowed 16 of 34 shots to fall, a 47% success rate.</p> <p>The Lions also struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent shot 43%, making 7 of 16 attempts. Southeastern Louisiana sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 75%. On the glass, the Lions limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 1.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for McNeese State as Home Favorites</h3><p>McNeese State evened their season record at 5-5 with an 86-61 win over New Orleans on Saturday. Playing at home, the Cowboys were -24 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>McNeese State dominated the first half, leading 46-23 at the break. However, in the second half, they allowed New Orleans to score 38 points while putting up 40 points themselves.</p><p>McNeese State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field and 35.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.6%, with strong two-point shooting at 60% (21/35). They also hit 84.6% of their free throws, going 11/13 from the line.</p> <p>DJ Richards Jr. led the way with 21 points, hitting 7 threes at a 46.7% clip. James White added 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, shooting just 25% (2/8). Quadir Copeland dished out 10 assists, and the Cowboys grabbed 14 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, McNeese State's defense allowed the opposition to shoot 48% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts. The Cowboys also gave up 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 11/13, hitting 84% of their foul shots. McNeese State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lions and Scarlet Knights. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Rutgers as the -11.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 155.5 points.</p><h3>COLUMBIA LIONS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbia Lions +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 5:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBIA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Even though we have Rutgers winning straight-up, we like Columbia at +11.5.</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>Are the Lions Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Columbia Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Columbia improved to 9-1 on the season with an 85-72 win over Fairfield on Saturday. The Lions, playing at home, were -9.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 157, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Columbia trailed 41-32 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while holding Fairfield to 31.</p><p>Columbia's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, scoring 85 points with a field goal percentage of 57.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.4%, thanks to 70% shooting on two-pointers and 40.9% from beyond the arc. They also hit 94.1% of their free throws, going 16-for-17 from the line.</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 threes on 11 attempts. Zine Eddine Bedri was a force inside, shooting 85.7% from the field and grabbing 17 rebounds, while also dishing out 7 assists. Deon Perry was efficient from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 12 points and 5 assists in just 18 minutes.</p><p>Columbia's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 57% shooting from the field. The Lions allowed their opponents to convert 70% of their two-point attempts, with 21 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Columbia's defense gave up 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they hit 16 free throws, a 94% success rate. Columbia allowed 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Scarlet Knights Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Rutgers dropped to 7-5 on the season after a narrow 83-82 loss to Princeton on Saturday. The Scarlet Knights were -7 favorites heading into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 165, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Rutgers led 46-44 at halftime but were outscored 39-36 in the 2nd half. The loss raises questions about their ability to close out games, especially as favorites.</p><p>Rutgers put up 82 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19, while connecting on 52.3% of their two-point attempts (23/44). At the free-throw line, they were 18-for-23, good for 78.3%.</p> <p>Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each contributed 21 points, with Pierce shooting 58.8% and grabbing 14 rebounds. Lee struggled from the field, hitting just 31.8%, but dished out 11 assists. Dylan Harper added 22 points, shooting 50% overall, despite going 1-for-6 from three-point range.</p><p>Rutgers gave up 83 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Scarlet Knights' defense allowed 23 two-point field goals on 44 attempts, resulting in a 52% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 19 three-point attempts. The Scarlet Knights also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 18 of their attempts, shooting 78%. Rutgers allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the contest.</p>

Columbia Lions vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

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<p>The Chicago Bulls (-213) are 5.5-point favorites against the Charlotte Hornets (+176) on the road. The over/under line in this Eastern Conference matchup is 226.5 points. The Hornets have lost seven straight games and are 13th in the East. The Bulls are 9th in the conference and have a record of 14-18.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 ET and can be seen on CHSN.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-135 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Chicago Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Bulls improved to 14-18 on the season with a 116-111 win over the Bucks on Saturday. Playing at home, Chicago entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total score of 227 points fell just short of the 231.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Chicago took control in the 4th quarter, going on a 10-0 run that turned an 86-85 deficit into a 95-86 lead. They outscored Milwaukee 33-27 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Nikola Vucevic and Josh Giddey both put up 23 points in the Bulls' win over the Bucks, with Giddey shooting 60% from the field and adding 15 rebounds and 10 assists. Coby White contributed 22 points, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Chicago hit 14 threes at a 38.9% clip, finishing with a 47.4% overall shooting percentage. Vucevic made 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter, the Bulls' defense held strong in the 3rd, giving up just 24 points, and they allowed 27 in the 4th to secure the win. Overall, they gave up 111 points on 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Chicago limited Milwaukee to 15 made threes on 33% shooting from deep. The Bulls also sent the Bucks to the line 14 times, where they hit all their free throws. Defensively, the Bulls grabbed 41 rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Does Charlotte Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Charlotte’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 7-24 after a 106-94 home loss to the Thunder on Saturday. The Hornets were +13.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 200, which was 14 points under the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>Charlotte fell behind early, losing the 1st quarter 28-22 and the 2nd quarter 33-24. They trailed 90-74 going into the 4th quarter but held the Thunder to just 16 points in the final period while scoring 20 themselves.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their loss to the Thunder, shooting just 36.2% from the field and hitting 11 threes at a 32.4% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 19 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, despite shooting only 31.2%.</p> <p>Vasilije Micic added 16 points, connecting on 4 threes at 57.1%. Bridges scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Micic added 6 of his own in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Hornets struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 33 points, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 16 points. Overall, they allowed 106 points on 47% shooting from the Thunder.</p> <p>Charlotte did well defending the three, holding Oklahoma City to 10 made threes on 26% shooting. The Thunder also went 12/14 from the line. The Hornets finished with 9 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Revolutionaries and Dukes game? Catch the action at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Dukes hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. This Atlantic 10 conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Duquesne is favored to win by -11.5 at home vs. George Washington.</p><h3>GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES VS DUQUESNE DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 2:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Even though we have Duquesne winning straight-up, we like George Washington at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Revolutionaries Stand a Chance in Pittsburgh?</h3><p>George Washington has struggled on the road this season, going just 3-8 away from home. They have lost seven straight road games and are 2-8 in their last 10 games on the road. For the year, they are getting outscored by an average of 7.9 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>As an underdog this season, George Washington is just 5-11, and they are 15-15 overall. They are coming off a win over St. Bonaventure, and they are 11-7 at home compared to 3-8 on the road.</p><p>George Washington's ATS record this season is 12-16-1, including a 5-5-1 mark on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Revolutionaries are just 3-6-1 vs. the spread. However, they have gone 2-0-1 ATS in their last 3 road games and 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 games as the underdog.</p><p>The over/under record for George Washington games this season is 16-13. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 150.2, and the average score in their games is 155.7. Today's over/under line of 145.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 141 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the George Washington offense ended with 86 points against St. Bonaventure. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 58.7% and made 15 threes. The George Washington offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 25.2 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 35% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>Facing Duquesne, George Washington aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 78.1 points allowed per game (311st). In today's game vs. Duquesne, the George Washington defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, George Washington made 17 free-throws vs. the Revolutionaries.</p><h3>Can Duquesne Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Through 30 games, Duquesne has a record of 19-11. They are currently riding a three-game win streak and have gone 9-8 in Atlantic 10 play. At home, the Dukes are 13-4, and they have an average scoring margin of +6.1 points per game.</p>

<p>As for their record as the favorite, Duquesne is 14-6 in 20 games. They will enter today's game against George Washington as 11.5-point favorites. In their last game, the Dukes defeated VCU by a score of 69-59.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Duquesne has gone 9-11 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 8-9, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 6-4.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Duquesne games is 8-20-1, and today's line of 145.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (143.5). In their last three games, the average scoring total is 124 points, which is lower than the over/under line of 145.5 for today's game.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Dukes' offense tallied 69 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 71.2 points per game. Dae Dae Grant is leading the team in scoring at 17 points per contest. Jimmy Clark III has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.8 going into the game.</p><p>This season, the Duquesne defense has been impressive, holding the 49th position in the country while permitting an average of 66.8 points per contest. In their previous game vs. VCU, the Rams finished with a field goal percentage of 42% and a total of 59 points vs. Duquesne.</p>

George Washington Revolutionaries vs Duquesne Dukes Betting Pick & Prediction 3/9/24