<p>Planning on watching today's Warriors and Pioneers game? Catch the action at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT, as the Pioneers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on NEC. In this Northeast matchup, Merrimack College is favored by -3 vs. Sacred Heart. The over/under for the game is 140 points.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacred Heart Pioneers +3</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRED HEART PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 83-63 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Sacred Heart pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Merrimack College Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>After winning their last game against Fairleigh Dickinson by a score of 74-55, Merrimack College has now won 10 games in a row. On the road this season, they have a record of 9-8, and their average scoring margin is +0.4 points per game.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, the Warriors have gone 15-4, and they have been favored in 19 of their 29 games. So far, they have a record of 19-10.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Merrimack's ATS record is only .500 at 9-9-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Warriors have gone 6-4 vs. the spread. On the road, Merrimack's ATS mark is 11-5-1 this year and they are 4-5-1 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>The over/under record for Merrimack this season is 11-16 and today's line of 140 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (134.8). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 137 points.</p><p>The Merrimack College offense is coming off a game in which they scored 74 points vs. Fairleigh Dickinson. Overall their field goal percentage was 48.3% while connecting on 9 threes. The top scorer for the Warriors was Jordan Derkack with 23 points, while Adam Clark also added 21 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Merrimack College's defense has been playing well, ranking 29th nationally, with 65.5 points allowed per game. Merrimack College's three-point defense is currently 15th in the country at 5.2 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 38.2% of their shots vs. Merrimack College.</p><h3>Are the Pioneers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a record of 15-15, Sacred Heart has gone 9-4 at home compared to 4-11 on the road. Over their last ten games at home, the Pioneers are 8-2, and they have gone 4-1 in their last five games at home.</p>

<p>As an underdog this season, Sacred Heart has gone just 1-8. So far, they have been the underdog in nine of their 25 games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Sacred Heart has an ATS record of 4-5. Their overall ATS mark is 15-13. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Pioneers have gone 4-6 vs the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Sacred Heart games is 15-13, and today's line of 140 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 146.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 151 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>In their recent game, the Pioneers' offense concluded with 79 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 74.2 points per contest. The top scorer for the Pioneers was Aidan Carpenter with 17 points, while Joey Reilly also chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Sacred Heart defense is giving up an average of 72.3 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.9 threes per game vs. Merrimack College. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.5%.</p>

Merrimack College Warriors vs Sacred Heart Pioneers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blue Jackets and Ducks. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Ducks at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Ducks are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, February 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Blue Jackets to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+109)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Columbus Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p><p>With a record of 17-27-10, the Blue Jackets are in 8th place in the Metropolitan Division and 16th in the Eastern Conference. On the road this season, Columbus has gone 8-13-6.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have gone 15-25-9 this season and have lost three straight games as the underdog. Over their last ten games, Columbus has gone 3-7, and they are 2-3 in their last five games.</p></p><p>On the road this year, the Blue Jackets have a puck line record of 17-10 and an average scoring margin of -.9 goals per game. So far, they have 22 losses by more than one goal and have gone 1-4 against the puck line in their last three games.</p>

<p>Overall, Columbus' puck line record sits at 30-24, and they have dropped three straight games vs. the puck line as the underdog. The team's scoring margin when they are not favored is -.9 goals per contest, and they have gone 29-20 vs. the puck line as the underdog.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Columbus is 6.7. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Blue Jackets come in with an over/under record of 27-24-3.</p><p>Through their last three road games, Columbus has an puck line record of just 0-3. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>On offense, the Blue Jackets are averaging 2.9 goals per game which is 25th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 23rd in the league. This season, the Blue Jackets have a 7-8 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 10-18 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Columbus' offense is Boone Jenner. Coming into the game he has 17 goals, ranking 86th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 6 assists so far.</p><p>Entering the game, the Ducks' defense ranks 28th in takeaways, averaging 5.8 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 5th in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.3 goals per game.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Daniil Tarasov has started 11 games this season. His current record stands at 3-6, and his save percentage is 0.377%.</p><h3>Will the Ducks Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Ducks have gone just 8-18-1, and they have been the underdog in 49 of their 55 games. In the Western Conference standings, Anaheim is in 14th place, and they have a record of 20-33-2. In games against other Western Conference teams, the Ducks have gone 9-19.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Ducks have gone 5-5, and they have won two of their last three games. This season, Anaheim has been favored in six games, and they have gone just 2-4 in those games. Against teams in the Pacific Division, the Ducks have gone 4-9.</p></p><p>When playing at home, the Ducks have gone 13-14 against the puck line this year, and they have gone 29-26 overall. So far, Anaheim has 11 losses by just one goal, compared to nine wins by multiple goals. Overall, the team's average scoring margin is at -0.9 goals per game.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Ducks have gone just 1-5 against the puck line, and they are 5-5 in their last ten games. Across their last ten home games, the team has gone just 4-6 against the puck line, and they have dropped their last two games at home vs. the puck line.</p> <p>On average, Anaheim's games have finished with 6.1 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Ducks come in with an over/under record of 25-27-3.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Blue Jackets offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. Columbus posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 0-3 ATS.</p><p>On offense, the Ducks are averaging 2.6 goals per game which is 29th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 28th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Ducks offense is 20th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 14th in the NHL.</p><p>Anaheim's leading scorer is Frank Vatrano. So far, he has 26 goals which is 22nd in the NHL. Vatrano also comes into the game with 18 assists.</p><p>Entering the game, the Ducks' defense ranks 28th in takeaways, averaging 5.8 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 5th in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.3 goals per game.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie John Gibson has started 34 games this season. His current record stands at 12-19, and his save percentage is 0.858%.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/21/24

<p>The Phoenix Suns will be looking for their fourth straight victory when they welcome the Miami Heat on Saturday. The Suns have won the last three meetings between these teams, including a 106-86 victory back in April 2021. These teams have split the last 10 minutes.</p>



<p>Here you can find the best picks, news, and stats for this interconference battle at the Footprint Center. Phoenix is the favorite at -450. This according to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/">BetUS Sportsbook</a>, which puts the odds for Miami at +333 as the underdog.</p>



<p>Miami has several key injuries including missing forwards Markieff Morris and Jimmy Butler. Also out are Nik Stauskas and Mario Chalmers. Frank Kaminsky and Landry Shamet are out for Phoenix.</p>



<h2>Heat Downs Trail Blazers</h2>



<p>The Miami Heat (24-15) are now 2-2 through the first four games of their six game homestand after defeating the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, 115-109. The Heat are now 12-11 on the road and are 8-8 against Western Conference teams. The Heat are 5-5 ATS in their last 10.</p>



<p>Max Strus led the way for Miami, scoring 25 points, hitting nine of 17 shots. Omer Yurtseven recorded a double-double, scoring 14 points and adding 16 rebounds. P.J. Tucker also had a double-double with 14 points and 10 boards. Miami shot 45.1% from the field and had 50 rebounds in the contest.</p>



<p>The Heat play exceptional defense, fourth in the league in points allowed per game at 104.3. The Heat are a mid-league shooting team, but have been very efficient from downtown, hitting 37.3% of three-point attempts, also fourth in the NBA. They have also been solid at the line, hitting 79.7% of free-throws, but are 16<sup>th</sup> in free-throws per game at 16.0.</p>



<h2 id="h-suns-heating-up">Suns Heating Up</h2>



<p>The Phoenix Suns (30-8) continue their quest to return to the NBA finals as they defeated the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday, 106-89. Phoenix has the best record in the NBA and they have been a force at home, going 17-4 at Footprint Center. The Suns are 4-1 ATS in their last five games.</p>



<p>The Suns did not have a particularly good day shooting in the victory over the Clippers, hitting 41.1% of their attempts. They also only went to the line 10 times, but Phoenix was prolific on the glass, pulling down 63 rebounds, including 21 on the offensive side of the court. Chris Paul had a triple-double, recording 14 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists.</p>



<p>There is a good reason why the Suns have the top record. They are third in points per game (112.4) and fifth in points allowed per contest (104.5). Phoenix is second in field goal percentage (47.5%), fifth in three-point shooting (36.9%), and sixth in free-throw percentage (80.0%). They have also been exceptional in rebounding, sixth in total rebounds (46.2). Deandre Ayton is averaging 11.1 rebounds and 17.0 points per game.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Miami:</strong></p>



<ul><li>3-7 ATS in their last 10 games following an ATS win.</li><li>1-5 ATS in their last six games following a win.</li></ul>



<p><strong>Phoenix:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1 ATS in their last five games.</li><li>5-2 ATS in their last seven games following an ATS win.</li></ul>



<h2>The Winner Prediction</h2>



<p>The Miami Heat are a solid team, but they are facing a juggernaut in the Suns. Phoenix can do it all, and on both sides of the court, and that makes it very difficult to beat them. Even on a night when they did not shoot well, as they did against the Clippers, they still found a way to win.</p>



<p>With Butler likely out and Morris for sure out, that means the Heat’s top scorer and one of their more important reserves are out. Phoenix is healthy, hot, and will win.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Phoenix Suns at -450.</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>There is one way that Miami can win this game and that is to turn it into a defensive struggle. They are capable of doing that, fourth in the NBA in points allowed per game. While this will not help them to win, it will help to drive down the score. Look for a total around 214.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 216.5 at -110.</strong></p>

Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns Odds, Pick, Prediction 01/08/2022

<p>Looking to win big? The Sharks and Capitals face off at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The Capitals are hosting the game at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Capitals should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>The Capitals should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the San Jose Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>After a 3-2 loss to the Canucks, the Sharks are now 9-13-5. San Jose held a 1-0 lead at one point, but Vancouver scored with just 26 seconds left in the game to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the loss kept them from covering.</p><p>San Jose managed 23 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Mikael Granlund scored his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm added his 2nd. The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm opened their account at 17:23 in the second period.</p> <p>Granlund's goal came at 18:43 in the third period, tying the game 2-2. Tyler Toffoli and William Eklund picked up assists on Granlund’s goal, bringing their season totals to 5 and 7 assists, respectively. The Sharks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with an 89.3% save percentage, while the defense contributed 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes brought their record to 17-6-1 this season. The Capitals took the lead in the first period but allowed four unanswered goals, including an empty-netter late in the third.</p>

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit that number exactly. Washington, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period.</p><p>In their 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals registered 21 shots on goal and found the net twice, both in the first period. Alex Ovechkin scored his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal.</p> <p>Dylan Strome earned his 13th assist on Ovechkin's goal, and Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist on Duhaime's goal. The Capitals struggled with 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up the first goal at 5:59 in the first period, and after the Capitals took a 2-1 lead, they allowed three unanswered goals—two in the second period and one more with just 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the defense struggled with only 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

We finished off the week on a high note with a very easy over from North Texas and Villanova. The Wildcats have not shown any ill effects regarding the loss of Collin Gillespie thus far in the tournament and they have advanced to the Sweet 16 round of games.

We’ve got one more day of basketball to see which teams will be accompanying the Wildcats and the other Sunday winners into the Sweet 16 round. That means all-day basketball on a Monday, including the start of the CBI down in Daytona Beach. Our focus for this spotlight preview will be on the matchup in the East Region between Colorado and Florida State. Florida State is only -1.5 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker"><strong>Bookmaker Sportsbook</strong></a> for this one with a total of 140.5.

This is the 7:45 p.m. ET tip, so if you are one of those unfortunate souls forced to work today, you should be able to check this one out this evening with your feet up and a beer in hand.
<h3><strong><u>Colorado</u></strong><strong><u> Buffaloes</u></strong></h3>
Remember when Georgetown was one of those trendy 12 over 5 picks? The Buffaloes won that game emphatically by a 96-73 score, pouring in 1.315 points per possession in the process. There was a lot of talk prior to the NCAA Tournament about Colorado’s home/road splits, but the Buffs showed nothing of the sort with their best offensive performance of the season.

We can safely assume that Colorado will not shoot 16-of-25 from three-point land again here against Florida State. This is an excellent team from beyond the arc at 37.8%, which ranks 19th in the nation, but that is a stunning barrage from distance. For good measures, the Buffs were also 18-of-31 on two-point shots. Their 82.3% free throw percentage was not fully on display in the game with just 14 free throw attempts, but Colorado did make 12 of those.

The Pac-12 has fared quite well thus far in the NCAA Tournament and maybe that has led to a little bit of a different view of this Colorado club. This line does feel a touch short, but a dominant performance in Round 1 coupled with a nice run in the Pac-12 Tournament and the fact that Colorado has been ranked very highly by the metrics sites all season long could all be reasons why.

Perhaps another thing that has some bettors looking the Colorado direction is that the Buffaloes swept the three games with USC, a team that has a lot of length like Florida State does. Two of the wins weren’t even close for Tad Boyle’s team. The one in the Pac-12 Tournament was with a two-point victory. That is a USC team favored against Kansas today after all.
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<h3><strong><u>Florida</u></strong><strong><u> State</u></strong><strong><u> Seminoles</u></strong></h3>
Florida State got some token opposition from UNC Greensboro, but the 10-point final score doesn’t say enough about how the game played out. Florida State was 0-of-9 from three, getting outscored by 21 points beyond the arc. The Seminoles still won by 10. We can reasonably assume that FSU isn’t held scoreless on triple tries again.

After all, Florida State ranks 12th in the nation in 3P% at 38.3%. The Seminoles don’t take a lot of them, but they do make a high percentage of their three-point attempts. This is just a solid offensive team all the way around. Florida State is a 52.6% team on two-point shots and a top-20 offensive rebounding team. The battle on the glass could define this game. Colorado is a top-100 team offensively and defensively on the window. Florida State is awesome at ORebs, but inexplicably bad on the defensive glass.

Opponents are only shooting 43.9% on twos against Leonard Hamilton’s team. They are shooting 33% on three-point shots, so we’ll have to see if they can hold Colorado to a number close to that. It could very well be the deciding factor in the game, especially if both teams are picking up offensive rebounds to cancel each other out.

One major concern for Florida State is the TO% problem that has popped up. The Seminoles never graded well in that department with a 20.2% TO% that ranks 243rd nationally. In five of the last six games, Florida State has gone over that number, including a 36.2% TO% in the ACC Tournament loss to Georgia Tech. Colorado’s TO% on offense is just 16.7%.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
I went into this preview expecting to like Florida State. The line looks cheap when the Seminoles have advantages with their athleticism and height. Now I’m not so sure. The Buffaloes are a team that I did like a lot in that Georgetown game and feel like they’ve been wronged by public perception because they weren’t able to keep up their early-season appearances.

It goes without saying because of the line, but I do think Colorado has a great chance to win. My guess here is that Florida State can speed Colorado up a little bit. The Buffaloes played to 73 possessions against Georgetown, which was tied for their fastest game of the season. That was even in a blowout win. Florida State moves quicker than Colorado.

These are two teams that shoot the ball well, have a good chance at second-chance points, and Colorado has the chance at some transition offense if Florida State keeps turning it over.

It’s the over for me.
<h4><strong>Pick: Over 140.5</strong></h4>
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<p>The Bucks (+171) are currently on a three-game win streak and are 5th in the Eastern Conference, while the Thunder (-200) have won five straight and are 1st in the West. The over/under line for the game is 215.5 points.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup is set to tip-off at 8:30 ET at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. ABC will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks +5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 8:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-115 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Bucks?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 14-11 on the season with a 110-102 win over the Hawks on Saturday. Milwaukee, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total of 212 points fell well short of the 233-point over/under line.</p> <p>A pivotal 12-0 run by the Bucks turned the game in their favor, as they went from trailing 28-27 to leading 39-28. After entering the 4th quarter down 83-82, Milwaukee’s defense stepped up, holding the Hawks to just 19 points while scoring 28 of their own to close out the game.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to a win over the Hawks, scoring 32 points and grabbing 14 rebounds while shooting 66.7% from the field. Damian Lillard added 25 points, hitting 5 threes at 35.7%, despite shooting just 38.1% overall.</p> <p>The Bucks hit 14 threes as a team, shooting 31.1% from deep and 45.3% overall. Giannis scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Lillard added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Bucks were strong in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 21 and 19 points, respectively, to secure a 110-102 win over the Hawks. Milwaukee held Atlanta to 42% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bucks gave up 10 threes on 41% shooting. They also sent the Hawks to the line 34 times, where they made 22 free throws. Milwaukee finished with 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 7 offensive boards, and added 8 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Does Oklahoma City Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 20-5 this season with a 111-96 win over the Rockets on Saturday. Playing at home, Oklahoma City entered the game as -5.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a +15 point margin. The game’s total points of 207 fell short of the 215-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 20-18 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Thunder went on an 11-0 run, turning a 51-48 deficit into a 59-51 lead. They outscored the Rockets 34-27 in the 3rd quarter and 36-27 in the 4th to close out the game.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a 111-96 win over the Rockets, finishing with 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, despite shooting just 38.1% from the field. Isaiah Hartenstein added 21 points on 75% shooting, and Jalen Williams contributed 20 points.</p> <p>The Thunder hit 11 threes at a 36.7% clip, shooting 45% overall. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter, while Hartenstein added 10 in the 4th, and Luguentz Dort scored 11 of his 19 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Thunder put on a defensive clinic against the Rockets, holding them to just 96 points on 36% shooting. Oklahoma City set the tone early, allowing only 20 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 2nd. They gave up 27 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters but maintained their strong defensive effort throughout.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Thunder limited the Rockets to 11 made threes on 23% shooting. Oklahoma City also sent Houston to the line 25 times, where they converted 15 free throws. The Thunder recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>The Thunder and Mavericks kick off their second-round series at 9:30 PM ET at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. This Western Conference first-round matchup is being televised on TNT. Heading into game one, the Thunder are the 3.5-point favorites and are -162 on the money line. As for the Mavericks, they are +136, and the over/under line is 218 points.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 9:30 ET on Tuesday, May 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-116 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><p>Kyrie Irving and the Mavericks were able to close out their series against the Clippers with a 114-101 win. This win allowed them to win the series in six games, taking the series 4-2. The Mavericks were able to close out the series on their home floor.</p>

<p>Heading into the game, the over/under line was set at 209 points, and the teams combined for 215 points, hitting the over. Dallas was led by Kyrie Irving's 30 points, and he also added six rebounds and four assists. Luka Doncic also had a big game, finishing with 28 points and 13 assists.</p><p>The Thunder are coming off a series-clinching win over the Pelicans, as they won the series 4-0. In the closeout game, they picked up a 97-89 win on the road. The Thunder were able to hold the Pelicans to 89 points, and they also hit 12 threes.</p>

<p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder in scoring with 24 points and also added 10 rebounds. Jalen Williams also scored 24 points and hit two threes. Chet Holmgren added 14 points for the Thunder.</p><h3>Can Dallas Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks are currently 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 50-32. In the Southwest Division, they are in 1st place. In non-conference games, Dallas is 19-11 compared to 31-21 against the West.</p>

<p>Dallas has won two straight games and is 27-17 on the road this season. Against the spread, they are 29-15 on the road and 36-20 as the favorite. Today, they are 3.5-point underdogs.</p>

<p>On average, the Mavericks' games have finished with 231.7 points, which is higher than today's line of 218. The team's O/U record for the season is 40-48.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Mavericks beat the Clippers by a score of 114-101. The O/U line for that game was 209, and Dallas covered the spread as 8-point favorites.</p><p>Luka Doncic is averaging 29.2 points per game over his last five games to go along with 10.2 assists and 8 rebounds. In these games, he hit just 21.8% of his threes and 40.2% of his shots from the field. On average, he is hitting 4.1 threes per game. P.J. Washington is averaging 10.8 points and 5 rebounds in his last five games and 12.9 points and 5.6 rebounds for the year.</p>

<p>For the season, the Mavericks are 3rd in both three-point attempts and three-pointers made. They are averaging 14.6 made threes per game and 39.5 three-point attempts. Overall, they have hit 36% of their threes, which is 15th in the league. Dallas is 5th in scoring on the road this year, at 116.2 points per game.</p><p>So far this season, the Dallas Mavericks have been a middle-of-the-pack defensive team, allowing 114.6 points per game, which is 18th in the NBA. Over their last five games, the Mavericks have been even better on the defensive end, giving up just 98.6 points per game, which is 4th in the league during that stretch.</p>

<p>On the season, opponents have scored more than their season average 61% of the time vs. the Mavericks. When it comes to three-point shooting, opposing teams have made more threes than their season average 61% of the time vs. Dallas.</p>

<p>Overall, the Mavericks have been a solid defensive rebounding team, ranking 15th in the NBA in that category. They have also been a middle-of-the-pack shot-blocking team, ranking 15th in blocked shots per game.</p><h3>Will the Thunder Win at Home?</h3><p>Today, the Thunder are looking to extend their winning streak to 10 games as they host the Mavericks. Oklahoma City is currently 1st in the Western Conference with a record of 57-25.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Thunder have gone 36-16 against other teams and 21-9 against the East. On the road, they are 26-17 compared to 35-8 at home.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City's ATS record for the season is 50-36, and they have covered the spread in three straight games. At home, their ATS record is 28-15, and they are 22-21 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Thunder have gone 51-14 this season and are favored by 3.5 points today. In their last three games, they have also covered the spread as the favorite.</p>

<p>The Thunder's O/U record for the season is 45-40-1, and their last two games have gone under the posted total. This season, their games have averaged a combined 231 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Thunder defeated the Pelicans by a score of 97-89. The O/U line for that game was 208.5, and Oklahoma City covered the spread as 4.5-point favorites.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 24.8 points per game over his last five games while hitting 47.4% of his shots from the field. In these games, he also averaged 5.2 assists and 5 rebounds. For the season, he is averaging 30.1 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.5 rebounds. Jalen Williams is averaging 19.1 points and 4.5 assists for the season but has averaged 18.8 points in his last five games on a three-point shooting percentage of 40%.</p>

<p>Overall, the Thunder are averaging 120.1 points per game and 122.5 points per game at home. This is the 3rd best mark in the league. They have also been efficient, hitting 49% of their shots from the field, which is the 2nd best mark in the league. The Thunder are also the top three-point shooting team in the league, connecting on 38% of their attempts from beyond the arc.</p><p>On the season, the Thunder are 10th in the NBA in points allowed per game at 111.6. In their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 88.8 points per contest.</p>

<p>One area where Oklahoma City has been particularly strong is in steals and blocked shots. They lead the league in both categories. They are also 3rd in field goal percentage allowed at 45.3%.</p>

<p>So far this season, opponents have scored less than their season average in 62.2% of games vs. the Thunder. That number is 42.7% when looking at the number of games in which opponents have scored more than their season average.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 5/7/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>The Hurricanes and Cavaliers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN. The Cavaliers will host the game at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 132.5 points, with Virginia being favored by -5.5 at home against Miami (FL).</p><h3>MIAMI (FL) HURRICANES VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Cavaliers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, February 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Not only will Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hurricanes Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>After winning their last game against Virginia Tech, the Miami Hurricanes have a 15-7 record and are 6-5 in ACC play. On the road, Miami is 2-5, and over their last ten games away from home, they have gone 4-6.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Hurricanes are 2-4 this season, and their average scoring margin on the road is -6.6 points per game. For the year, Miami has been the favorite in 16 of their 22 games.</p><p>When looking at Miami's ATS record this season, they are currently 12-8-2. On the road, their ATS mark sits at 3-3-1, but over their last three road games, the Hurricanes are 2-1 vs. the spread. As the underdog, Miami has gone 3-2-1 vs. the spread this year and their ATS mark as the underdog over their last 10 games is 6-3-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Miami (FL) games is 11-11 and today's line of 132.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (153.9). So far, 21 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 146 points compared to their season average of 153 points per game.</p><p>In their previous game, the Hurricanes' offense finished with 82 points, which is right in line with their current average of 80.8 points per contest. The top scorer for the Hurricanes was Norchad Omier with 16 points, while Kyshawn George also chipped in with 16 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Miami (FL) defense is giving up an average of 72.2 points per contest. In today's game vs. Virginia, the Miami (FL) defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Miami (FL) made 27 free-throws vs. the Hurricanes.</p><h3>Can the Cavaliers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Virginia enters this game with a 17-5 overall record and a six-game win streak. At home, the Cavaliers are a perfect 14-0 this season, and they have won their last 10 games at home. This season, Virginia has been favored in 17 of their 22 games, and they are 15-2 in those contests.</p>

<p>Most recently, the Cavaliers defeated Clemson by a score of 66-65. Over their last 10 games at home, Virginia has gone 10-0, and their average margin of victory at home this season is +17.4 points per game.</p><p>Virginia has an overall ATS record of 12-9-1 this season, including a home ATS mark of 9-4-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cavaliers are 6-3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Virginia is 10-12 and today's line of 132.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (126.7). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 122 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Virginia offense put up 66 points against Clemson. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 44.1% and made 5 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Jacob Groves with 17 points. Isaac McKneely also added 14 points for the Cavaliers.</p><p>At present, the Cavaliers' defense is nationally ranked 2nd, allowing 57.8 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.7 threes per game vs. Miami (FL). This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.1%.</p>

Miami (FL) Hurricanes vs Virginia Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/5/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tommies versus the Jackrabbits? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Summ. The game will be played at Frost Arena in Brookings, SD. The odds for this Summit conference game currently have South Dakota State as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES VS SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota State Jackrabbits -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-61 in favor of the Jackrabbits.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Tommies Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) comes into this game with a record of 17-11, including 7-6 in Summit League play. The Tommies have gone 6-8 on the road this season, and they are currently riding a two-game losing streak away from home. On the season, St. Thomas has been an underdog in seven games, going 4-3 in those contests.</p>

<p>Most recently, the Tommies fell to North Dakota State by a score of 64-50. Over their last 10 road games, St. Thomas has gone 5-5, and they are 1-4 in their last five.</p><p>As the underdog, St. Thomas has been a perfect 7-0 vs. the spread this season. They have also gone 9-1 vs. the spread in their last 10 games as the underdog. On the road, the Tommies are 6-4 vs. the spread this season and 1-4 vs. the spread in their last 5 road games. Overall, St. Thomas is 14-11 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>St. Thomas' over/under record for the season sits at 11-14 and the average scoring total in their games is 136.4 points. Today's over/under line of 142.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (137.9). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 149 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 2-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the St. Thomas (MN) offense tallied 50 points in a matchup against North Dakota State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 36.5%, and they made 6 threes. The top scorer for the Tommies was Parker Bjorklund with 11 points, while Kendall Blue also chipped in with 8 points.</p><p>Currently, the Tommies' defense holds the 28th rank in the nation, allowing 65.2 points per game. The St. Thomas (MN) defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 64 points and allowed North Dakota State to connect on 5 threes.</p><h3>Will South Dakota State Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>South Dakota State has been a strong team at home this season, going 7-5 with an average scoring margin of +6.6 points per game. They have won their last three games at home, and over their last 10 games, they are 8-2.</p>

<p>Overall, the Jackrabbits have a record of 16-12, including an 8-4 mark in Summit League play. They are coming off a 97-70 win over Denver, and they have been favored in 18 of their 28 games this season, going 10-8 in those contests.</p><p>South Dakota State has an overall ATS record of 11-13 this season. At home, the Jackrabbits are 5-7 vs. the spread. In their last 10 games as the favorite, South Dakota State has gone 4-6 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for South Dakota State games is 14-10. The average over/under line in their games is 147.7 and today's line of 142.5 is lower than that average. Across their last three games, the average scoring total is 156 points.</p><p>In their latest game, South Dakota State's offense looked good, scoring 97 points against Denver. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 57.1% and made 21/28 free throws. Matthew Mims led the scoring for the Jackrabbits, contributing 21 points. Additionally, Zeke Mayo chipped in with 20 points.</p><p>Currently, the Jackrabbits' defense holds the 185th rank in the nation, allowing 72.6 points per game. In their most recent game, the South Dakota State defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Denver knocked down 12 three-pointers on their way to 70 points.</p>

St. Thomas (MN) Tommies vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Pick & Prediction 2/24/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Vikings and Roadrunners. The game is starting at 9:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Roadrunners at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Bakersfield is favored by -3.5 against Portland State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Vikings Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State improved to 4-5 on the season after an 81-75 road win over Pacific on Wednesday. The Vikings entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Portland State led 43-29 at halftime, but Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game line of 148.5.</p><p>Portland State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 16 for 24 from the free-throw line, shooting 66.7%.</p> <p>The Vikings grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points on 6 of 10 shooting, including 2 of 3 from three-point range. Four other players scored 15 points, including Jefferson Koulibaly, who hit 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Portland State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, just 24% shooting. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 free throws, an 86% rate. The Vikings also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Bakersfield?</h3><p>The Roadrunners improved to 4-6 on the season with an 81-64 win over Portland on Wednesday. Bakersfield entered the game as +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Bakersfield led 46-35 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Portland 35-29. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Bakersfield's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in large part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>CJ Hardy led the way with 22 points, knocking down 4 of 6 threes, while Austin Rapp added 21 points, connecting on 6 of 10 from deep. Jemel Jones and Max Mackinnon each contributed 17 points, with Jones hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Bakersfield gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Roadrunners' defense allowed 14 of 28 shots to fall, a 50% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense saw 9 of 24 attempts go in, with their opponent shooting 37% from deep. The Roadrunners also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they connected on 11 free throws, an 84% clip.</p>

Portland State Vikings vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Georgia Southern comes into this R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl matchup with a 8-4 record, and they are the -5.5-point favorites over the Sam Houston Bearkats. The game is set for 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, with ESPN2 handling the TV broadcast. The over/under line is at 46.5 points. The Bearkats are 9-3 on the season. The money line odds are -207 for Georgia Southern and +168 for Sam Houston.</p><h3>GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES VS SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Caesars Superdome at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Sam Houston Bearkats winning this one by a score of 27 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Sam Houston Bearkats winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +5.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 46.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Georgia Southern Eagles Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Georgia Southern enters their Week 1 matchup against Sam Houston with an 8-4 record. They’ve gone 4-2 on the road and 3-2 at home. Out of 12 games, they’ve been favored in four, going 2-2 as the favorite. As the underdog, they’ve posted a 4-2 record.</p> <p></p><p>The Eagles have a +0.8 average scoring margin this season and a 7-3-1 record against the spread. They’ve gone 5-1 ATS as underdogs and 1-2-1 as favorites.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 46.5 points. Georgia Southern’s games have averaged 55.5 points, with an average over/under line of 58.3 points. Their over/under record is 4-7, with seven games featuring fewer points than this week’s line.</p><p>Georgia Southern’s offense is averaging 28.2 points per game, ranking 48th in the nation, and they are 62nd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 1. They focus on their passing game, ranking 23rd in completions and 31st in attempts, with an average of 239.9 passing yards per game. They are also 20th in completion percentage and third down conversions.</p> <p></p><p>JC French leads the team with 2,619 passing yards and a 66% completion rate. He has thrown 16 touchdowns and 7 interceptions, with a passer rating of 92. Jalen White has rushed for 655 yards and 13 touchdowns. Derwin Burgess Jr. has 603 receiving yards on 53 catches.</p><p>Georgia Southern's defense has allowed 27.3 points per game this season, including 20 points in their recent win over Appalachian State. They forced two interceptions in that game but gave up 488 total yards, including 290 passing yards.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 262.4 passing yards per game against Georgia Southern, completing 62.9% of their throws. On the ground, the Eagles have allowed 183.2 rushing yards per game on 34 attempts per contest.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Sam Houston Bearkats Upset The Georgia Southern Eagles?</h3><p>Sam Houston enters their Week 1 matchup against Georgia Southern with a 9-3 record. They’ve been strong at home, going 5-1, while their road record stands at 3-2. The Bearkats have been favored in six of their 12 games, posting a 5-1 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Sam Houston is 6-5, with a 4-2 mark at home. They’ve gone 3-3 ATS as the favorite and 3-2 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin this season is +3.2 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 3-8, with their games averaging 43.2 points. This week’s line is set at 46.5 points, while their average over/under line has been 50.4 points, and they’ve averaged a -7.0 margin against the total.</p><p>Sam Houston’s offense has leaned heavily on their ground game, ranking 10th in rushing attempts and averaging 192.4 yards per game, placing them 31st nationally. Jay Ducker leads the team with 719 rushing yards and seven touchdowns.</p> <p>Overall, Sam Houston is 75th in scoring, with 23.2 points per game, and they are ranked 112th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Hunter Watson has thrown for 1,598 yards, 11 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, with a passer rating of 79.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense has been a bright spot this season, ranking 16th nationally by allowing just 20 points per game. In their recent win against Liberty, they gave up 18 points and forced two interceptions. The Bearkats held Liberty to 83 passing yards, though they allowed 179 rushing yards on 36 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 142.3 rushing yards per game on 35.8 attempts against Sam Houston, while quarterbacks have posted a 73.7 passer rating, averaging 174.1 passing yards per game. The Bearkats have allowed a 58.9% completion rate this season.</p>

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