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<p>The Vikings are favored at -133 on the money line as they host the Lions at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 20th at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Vikings are -2.5 point favorites, and the over/under line is set at 49.5 points. This week seven NFC North matchup is being televised on FOX.</p><h3>DETROIT LIONS VS MINNESOTA VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Lions +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at U.S. Bank Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Lions winning this one by a score of 23 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 49.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Lions Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With three straight wins, the Lions sit at 4-1 and rank first in our NFL power rankings. They have an 86.2% chance of making the playoffs and a 41.4% chance of winning the NFC North. Detroit is 2-0 on the road and 2-1 at home, with their only loss coming in week 2 against the Buccaneers. Since then, they’ve beaten the Cardinals (20-13), Seahawks (42-29), and Cowboys (47-9).</p> <p>The Lions are 4-1 against the spread and have covered in three straight games. They were favored in all of their matchups, including a 3.5-point spread over the Cowboys in week 6. The O/U line for that game was 53.5 points, and the teams combined for 56. Detroit’s O/U record is 2-3, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p><p>Heading into week 7, the Lions' offense is averaging 30.2 points per game, leading the NFL. They rank 3rd in the league in passing yards per game (258.2) and 4th in rushing yards per game (157.8), with 33 rushing attempts per game. Detroit ranks 6th in 3rd-down conversions but is 24th in red zone conversion percentage despite being 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Jared Goff has been on fire, posting a passer rating of 153 in week 6, with 315 yards and 3 touchdowns against the Cowboys. David Montgomery had 80 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, while Jameson Williams led the team with 76 receiving yards on 3 catches.</p><p>The Lions' defense was dominant in their 47-9 win over the Cowboys, allowing just 198 passing yards and forcing three interceptions. Dallas managed only 53 rushing yards on 17 attempts. Detroit's defense also recorded four sacks and limited the Cowboys to a 23.1% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Lions held Dallas to just 251 total yards and kept them out of the endzone throughout the game. They also held the Cowboys to a 56.8% completion rate on their passes.</p><h3>Will The Vikings Win At Home Over The Lions?</h3><p>Heading into week 7, the Vikings sit atop the NFC North with a 5-0 record, giving them an 86.2% chance of making the playoffs and a 37.1% chance of winning the division. Minnesota ranks 8th in our NFL power rankings and has a +12.6 scoring margin. They are 5-0 against the spread, covering as both favorites (2-0) and underdogs (3-0). Their O/U record is 1-4, with their games averaging 43 points compared to an average line of 44.2.</p> <p>In week 5, the Vikings beat the Jets 23-17, covering the 2.5-point spread. The O/U line was 42, and the teams combined for 40 points. In week 4, Minnesota narrowly defeated the Packers 31-29, winning outright as 2.5-point underdogs. The 60 total points in that game went over the 44-point line.</p><p>Sam Darnold’s passer rating has dropped in each of his last three games, going from 123 in week 4 to 50 in week 5, when he threw for 179 yards and an interception on 14/31 passing. Justin Jefferson has been consistent, leading the team in receiving in each of the last three games, with 92 yards on 6 catches in week 5. Minnesota ranks 19th in passing yards per game and 26th in pass attempts.</p> <p>On the ground, Ty Chandler had 30 yards on 14 carries in week 5, taking over for Aaron Jones, who is questionable for week 7 with a hip injury. The Vikings are 12th in rushing attempts and 20th in rushing yards per game. They lead the NFL in first-quarter scoring, averaging 9.6 points.</p><p>The Vikings' defense picked off three passes in their 23-17 win over the Jets, despite giving up two passing touchdowns. They held the Jets to just 36 yards rushing on 14 attempts, with a tough rush defense that allowed only 2.6 yards per attempt. Minnesota also recorded three sacks and held the Jets to a 29.4% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>Even though the Jets had 218 passing yards, the Vikings' defense limited them to a 53.7% completion rate. Minnesota's defense also won the QB hit battle, finishing with four more hits on the quarterback than the Jets.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks (-702) will host the Portland Trail Blazers (+495) in a non-conference matchup. The Bucks are favored by 12 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.</p>

<p>Portland is currently 13th in the Western Conference with a record of 11-22. They have lost two straight games. The Bucks are 5th in the East at 17-15. This game will be played at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee and can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +12</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-140 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Portland’s season continued to struggle as they fell to 11-22 after a 114-106 loss to the Lakers on Thursday. The Blazers were +7 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 220 points came in just under the O/U line of 225.</p> <p>Portland started strong, leading 31-27 after the 1st quarter, but a poor 2nd quarter saw them outscored 33-20. They entered the 4th quarter down 88-75 and, despite a 31-point effort in the final period, couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 114-106 loss to the Lakers, the Trail Blazers shot 50% from the field, but made just 9 threes at a 34.6% clip. Anfernee Simons led the way with 23 points, hitting 4 threes at 44.4% efficiency.</p> <p>Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe each added 19 points, with Avdija shooting 57.1% from the floor. Simons scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Sharpe put up 11 in the 1st.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers gave up 114 points to the Lakers, with their toughest stretch in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 33 points. They managed to tighten up in the 4th, holding the Lakers to 26 points.</p> <p>Portland allowed 15 threes on 34% shooting from deep. They sent the Lakers to the line 14 times, where they hit 13 free throws. The Blazers also gave up 15 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks fell to 17-15 this season after a 113-110 home loss to the Nets on Thursday. Milwaukee, who were -12.5 point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 223, just under the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Brooklyn went on a 10-0 run to cut the Bucks' lead from 73-56 to 73-66. Despite Milwaukee outscoring the Nets 25-19 in the 4th quarter, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 113-110 loss to the Nets, the Bucks struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.7% of their threes and making only 11 overall. Their field goal percentage was 44.4%, with Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the way, shooting 50% and finishing with 27 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists.</p> <p>Damian Lillard added 23 points, despite shooting 30% from the field, and made 4 threes at a 30.8% clip. Lillard scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Bobby Portis contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 75% efficiency.</p><p>The Bucks struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 19 points. Overall, Milwaukee held Brooklyn to 113 points on 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bucks limited the Nets to 12 made threes on 30% shooting. Milwaukee also recorded 6 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Colonels and Demons face off at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. The Demons are hosting the game at Prather Coliseum in Natchitoches, LA. Nicholls is favored by -1.5 in this Southland conference contest against Northwestern State. The game's over/under currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>NICHOLLS COLONELS VS NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern State Demons +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prather Coliseum at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Demons.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Colonels Stand a Chance in Natchitoches?</h3><h3>Nicholls Colonels Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Colonels pulled off a 71-69 win over Seattle on Monday, bringing their record to 5-5. Nicholls, who entered the game as +10 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 35-32 at halftime, Nicholls scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game were 140, falling under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Nicholls Colonels put up 71 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 31.2% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 50%, and they connected on just 58.8% of their free throws.</p> <p>Byron Ireland led the way with 19 points, hitting 7 of 10 shots. Trae English added 13 points and 5 assists, while Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe contributed 12 points and 9 rebounds. Brayden Maldonado was 3 of 4 from three-point range, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Despite the defensive effort, Nicholls Colonels couldn’t hold their opponent under 69 points, giving up 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 14 of 33 two-point attempts to fall, which also came at a 42% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Colonels’ defense saw their opponent hit 7 of 17 threes, good for 41%. They also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 20 free throws at a 74% rate. Nicholls gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Demons Win at Home?</h3><h3>Northwestern State Demons Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Northwestern State fell to 3-7 on the season after a 77-53 loss to Texas on Sunday. The Demons were +28 point underdogs going into the game.</p> <p>They trailed 41-22 at halftime but managed to score 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The total points for the game were 130, which was under the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>In their last game, Northwestern State managed just 53 points, shooting 38.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 17 attempts for 17.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 8 of 17 attempts, shooting 47.1%.</p> <p>Micah Thomas led the Demons with 19 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from three-point range. Addison Patterson and Tre Johnson each added 18 points, with Johnson hitting 57.1% of his threes. The team recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 7 assists in the game.</p><p>Northwestern State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 field goals, including 16 two-pointers at a 55% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Demons allowed 11 threes on 25 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 44%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 15 times, where they hit 12 free throws at an 80% rate. Northwestern State gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Flames? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago, IL. Drake is favored by -6.5 in this Missouri Valley conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 131.5 points.</p><h3>DRAKE BULLDOGS VS UIC FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Credit Union 1 Arena at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will UIC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Drake Win on the Road?</h3><p>Drake improved to 10-0 on the season with a 65-46 win over Belmont on Sunday. The Bulldogs, who were favored by 8.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Drake took control early, leading 39-21 at halftime. The second half was more evenly matched, with Drake outscoring Belmont 26-25. The game’s total points of 111 fell well short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.9%. They hit 56.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes (6/19).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bulldogs shot 73.3%, making 11 of 15 attempts. Bennett Stirtz led the way with 20 points and 4 assists, while Daniel Abreu added 15 points, hitting 3 of 9 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Drake's defense gave up 46 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 47% from the field on 24/51 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18/32 shooting, which is 56%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Drake's defense held their opponent to 6/19 shooting, or 31%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11, shooting 73%. Drake gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Flames Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>UIC improved to 6-4 on the season with a 73-67 win over Illinois State on Sunday. The Flames were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 35-33 at halftime, UIC turned things around in the second half, outscoring Illinois State 40-32. The total points for the game came in just under the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>UIC's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. They hit 47.1% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-17, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 53.8%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Flames connected on 77.3% of their attempts, making 17 of 22. Malachi Poindexter led the team with 20 points, while Sasa Ciani added 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the floor.</p><p>Despite UIC's defense holding their opponent to 67 points, the Flames couldn't capitalize offensively. They shot 39% from the field, connecting on 23 of 58 attempts.</p> <p>UIC found more success inside, hitting 53% of their two-point shots (17/32), but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 6 of 26 threes (23%). They also went 15/21 from the free-throw line, a 71% clip, and gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Drake Bulldogs vs UIC Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Bears and Tigers face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN2. The Tigers are hosting the game at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, SC. The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and Clemson is favored by -14.5 vs. California in a Atlantic Coast conference matchup.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS VS CLEMSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Littlejohn Coliseum at 8:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Clemson winning straight-up, we like California at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does California Have A Chance at Littlejohn Coliseum?</h3><h3>California Golden Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>California’s record dropped to 7-6 after an 86-74 loss to Pittsburgh on Wednesday. The Golden Bears were +14 underdogs going into the game but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Cal led 42-38 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 32 points while allowing 48. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 154.5.</p><p>California's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field (22/55) with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 6 of 21 from beyond the arc, shooting 28.6% from three, while connecting on 82.8% of their free throws (24/29). The Golden Bears also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 27 points and 8 assists, shooting 9/23 overall and 1/5 from three. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 24 points, hitting 2/7 from deep, while Cameron Corhen was nearly perfect from the field, shooting 7/8 and grabbing 11 rebounds.</p><p>Despite California's defensive efforts, their opponent managed to score 86 points, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside the arc, hitting 52% of their two-point attempts, going 18/34.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, California allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 26 free throws, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Clemson?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 11-3 on the season with an 85-71 win over Stanford on Wednesday. The Tigers, playing at home, were -10.5 point favorites going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p> <p>After leading 43-41 at halftime, Clemson clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 42 themselves.</p><p>Clemson's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field and 42.1% from beyond the arc. They were also impressive at the free-throw line, hitting 87.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Oziyah Sellers was a standout, shooting 77.8% overall and 66.7% from three, finishing with 20 points. Chase Hunter led the team with 22 points, while Chauncey Wiggins added 17, hitting 4 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Clemson's defense giving up 71 points, they couldn't slow down the opposition's shooting, as they allowed a 48% field goal percentage. The Tigers gave up 20 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, with the other team hitting 51% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Clemson also struggled to contain the three-point line, where the other team knocked down 8 of 19 attempts, shooting 42% from deep. The Tigers sent the opposition to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 shots for an 87% success rate. Clemson also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

California Golden Bears vs Clemson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Colonels versus the Lions? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Flowers Hall in Florence, AL. The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have North Alabama as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS VS NORTH ALABAMA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Kentucky Colonels +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Flowers Hall at 5:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Even though we have North Alabama winning straight-up, we like Eastern Kentucky at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Eastern Kentucky Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Eastern Kentucky Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Eastern Kentucky improved to 5-7 on the season with an 89-83 road win over Central Arkansas on Thursday. The Colonels were -6.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-28 at halftime, Eastern Kentucky picked up the pace, scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 172 went over the 152.5 O/U line.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, knocking down 11 threes on 33 attempts, and were 76.2% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 21.</p> <p>George Kimble III led the way with 33 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% overall and 40% from three. Layne Taylor added 27 points and 10 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 38.5% clip. The Colonels also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's defense gave up 83 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 40% from the field. They were effective in limiting damage from beyond the arc, where the opposition shot just 27%, hitting 10 of 36 three-point attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Eastern Kentucky allowed 51% shooting, with the other team making 23 of 45 two-point shots. They sent the opposition to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 7 attempts. Eastern Kentucky also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can North Alabama Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>North Alabama improved to 7-5 on the season with an 82-66 win over Bellarmine on Thursday. The Lions, who were -14.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>North Alabama led 38-29 at halftime and added 44 points in the second half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 148 fell just short of the 148.5 over/under line.</p><p>North Alabama put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were strong inside, hitting 63.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-32 from three.</p> <p>Daniel Ortiz led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 threes at a 47.1% clip. Taye Fields added 20 points, shooting 69.2% from the field, and grabbed 8 rebounds. Jacari Lane contributed 13 points and dished out 10 assists.</p><p>Despite North Alabama's defensive struggles, they held their opponent to 66 points. The Lions allowed 49% shooting from the field, with 32 made baskets on 65 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, North Alabama gave up 63% shooting, with 21 two-pointers made. From three-point range, their opponent hit 11 of 32 attempts, shooting 34%. The Lions also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7, shooting 63%.</p>

Eastern Kentucky Colonels vs North Alabama Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pistons (-243) will host the Hornets (+200) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Detroit is favored by 6.5 points and has a record of 15-18, while Charlotte is 7-25 and has lost eight straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on FDSD. The over/under line for this game is 216.5.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-100 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Off a Win at Detroit?</h3><p>Charlotte's season struggles continued with a 115-108 loss to the Bulls on Monday, dropping their record to 7-25. The Hornets were +4 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game total of 223 points fell just short of the 224.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Charlotte started strong with a 13-0 run, but a 37-22 2nd quarter in favor of Chicago put them in a hole. The Hornets battled back, narrowing the gap to 73-71 entering the 4th quarter, but ultimately fell short as the Bulls edged them out 25-27 in the final period.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their loss to the Bulls, shooting just 41.6% from the field and connecting on only 10 three-pointers at a 23.3% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists, though he hit just 15.4% from deep.</p> <p>Mark Williams was perfect from the field, scoring 20 points and grabbing 12 boards, while Seth Curry added 17 points, 12 of which came in the opening quarter. Curry also made 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Hornets were strong in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up just 15 and 21 points, respectively, but a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 37 points contributed to their 115-108 loss to the Bulls. Charlotte held Chicago to 37% shooting overall.</p> <p>The Hornets struggled to contain the Bulls from deep, allowing 18 made threes on 30% shooting. Charlotte sent Chicago to the line 27 times, where they made 19 free throws. The Hornets finished with 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 14 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pistons Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>With a 105-96 win over the Magic on Wednesday, the Pistons improved to 15-18 for the season. Playing at home, Detroit entered the game as -2.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total score of 201 points fell short of the 212-point over/under line.</p> <p>Detroit took control early, leading 31-21 after the 1st quarter and 34-28 in the 2nd. Orlando made a push in the 3rd, outscoring the Pistons 26-19, but Detroit’s 10-0 run from 79-63 to 89-63 helped them maintain their lead, as both teams scored 21 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Jaden Ivey's 22 points and 5 threes on 83.3% shooting from deep helped the Pistons to a win over the Magic. Ivey shot 72.7% from the field, with 10 of his points coming in the 1st quarter. Cade Cunningham added 19 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds, hitting 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Jalen Duren contributed 18 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 90% from the field. Tim Hardaway scored 10 of his 12 points in the 4th quarter. The Pistons shot 51.9% from the field and 41.4% from three, making 12 threes in the game.</p><p>The Pistons put together a strong defensive performance on Wednesday, holding the Magic to just 96 points. Detroit gave up 21 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while allowing 28 in the 2nd and 26 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Detroit limited Orlando to 40% shooting from the field, including just 8 made threes on 22% shooting. The Magic also went 14/20 from the free-throw line. The Pistons grabbed 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Raiders and Flames face off at 6:00 ET on CBSS. The Flames are hosting the game at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. The over/under for this Conference USA conference contest is set at 139.5 points, with Liberty being favored by -7.5 at home against Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Middle Tennessee as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 8-4 on the season with a 73-69 road win over FIU on Thursday. The Blue Raiders, who entered the game as -3.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-32 at halftime, Middle Tennessee turned things around by outscoring FIU 41-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 150-point over/under line.</p><p>Middle Tennessee put up 73 points in their latest game, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 52.6% of their two-point attempts and 31.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 19 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Blue Raiders shot 65.2%, making 15 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Vianney Salatchoum led the way with 21 points, shooting 71.4% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt. Jlynn Counter added 17 points, shooting 75.0% overall, while Asim Jones and Camryn Weston each contributed 15 points, with Jones also dishing out 5 assists.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 29 of their 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 23 made baskets on 42 attempts, resulting in a 54% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposing team connected on 6 of 15 shots, shooting 40%. Middle Tennessee also sent them to the free-throw line 6 times, where they made 5, shooting 83%. The Blue Raiders allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Liberty Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Flames dropped to 9-2 on the season after a 71-70 loss to Western Kentucky on Thursday. Liberty, who were -10 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 141, just under the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Liberty looked strong early, leading 35-21 at halftime. However, they allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 35, resulting in the narrow loss.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with two-point shooting at 54.3% (19/35) and three-point shooting at 29.6% (8/27). They struggled from the free-throw line, hitting just 50% (8/16) of their attempts.</p> <p>Zach Cleveland and Julius Thedford each scored 18 points, with Cleveland adding 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Kaden Metheny contributed 17 points, connecting on 4 of 10 from beyond the arc. Owen Aquino had a strong performance, shooting 62.5% (5/8) and grabbing 10 rebounds, while Tyrone Marshall Jr. was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots and pulling down 8 boards.</p><p>Liberty's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 27 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the Flames allowed 54% shooting, as the other team went 19 for 35 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Liberty held their opponent to 29% shooting, with just 8 makes on 27 attempts. The Flames also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 8 shots for 50%. Liberty gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Matadors. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Matadors at Premier America Credit Union in Northridge, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149.5 points, and CSUN is favored by -9.5 to win at home against UC Davis.</p><h3>UC DAVIS AGGIES VS CSUN MATADORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Davis Aggies +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Premier America Credit Union at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC DAVIS AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Matadors.</li><li>Even though we have CSUN winning straight-up, we like UC Davis at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does UC Davis Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>UC Davis Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Aggies dropped to 6-6 on the season after a 75-64 loss to the Roadrunners on Thursday. UC Davis entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 30-27 at halftime, the Aggies allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The total points for the game were 139, exceeding the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>UC Davis managed just 64 points in their last game, shooting 37.7% from the field and 19% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 21 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, and they connected on 71.4% of their free throws, going 20 for 28 from the line.</p> <p>Ty Johnson led the way with 26 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 36.4% overall and 25% from three. CJ Hardy added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting both of his three-point attempts, while Corey Stephenson contributed 13 rebounds despite shooting 29.4% from the field.</p><p>Even with UC Davis holding their opponent to just 36% shooting overall, the Aggies gave up 75 points. Their defense allowed 17 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 36% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Davis allowed 5 threes on 13 attempts, with their opponent shooting 38%. The Aggies also sent them to the line 33 times, where they made 26 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Will the CSUN Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>CSUN Matadors Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>CSUN improved to 8-4 on the season with a dominant 95-65 road win over Cal State Fullerton on Thursday. Entering the game as -4.5 favorites, the Matadors covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>CSUN took control early, building a 60-26 lead by halftime. While they allowed 39 points in the 2nd half, they still managed to add 35 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>CSUN's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a 45.5% field goal percentage. They connected on 17 of 39 three-point attempts, shooting 43.6% from beyond the arc, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%.</p> <p>Marcus Adams Jr. led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 of 10 threes, while Scotty Washington added 18 points, despite shooting just 4 of 13 from deep. Kaleb Brown was efficient from three, making 4 of 6 attempts, and Tyler Beard was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts.</p><p>CSUN's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a 43% shooting performance from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 of 27 shots to fall, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, CSUN gave up 7 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36%. They also sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 18 free throws, a 75% rate. CSUN limited them to 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Davis Aggies vs CSUN Matadors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Wildcats versus the Rattlers? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SWAC. The game will be played at Al Lawson Center in Tallahassee, FL. Bethune-Cookman come into this Southwestern Athletic conference matchup as the -4.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS VS FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida A&M Rattlers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Al Lawson Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rattlers.</li><li>Not only will Florida A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bethune-Cookman Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats fell to 3-10 on the season after an 87-73 road loss to Mississippi State on Monday. Despite being +28.5 point underdogs, Bethune-Cookman kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Trailing 52-45 at halftime, the Wildcats managed just 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The game’s total points of 160 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Bethune-Cookman put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a strong showing inside, hitting 56.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Riley Kugel led the way with 22 points on 10-of-13 shooting, including 2-of-4 from three. Trey Thomas and Brayon Freeman each added 21 points, with Freeman also contributing 39 minutes on the floor.</p><p>Despite Bethune-Cookman allowing 87 points, their opponent shot 50% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts, hitting 23 of 36 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 8 threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 17 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Are the Rattlers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Florida A&M's season struggles continued with a 70-60 loss to Tarleton State on Sunday, dropping their record to 1-8. The Rattlers were +9 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, just under the 133.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 39-26 at halftime, Florida A&M showed some fight in the second half, outscoring Tarleton State 34-31, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>Florida A&M managed just 60 points in their latest game, shooting 40.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.8%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 19 attempts, and were 76.2% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 21.</p> <p>Keitenn Bristow led the way with 23 points on 9 of 14 shooting, hitting both of his three-point attempts. Bubu Benjamin added 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Sterling Young contributed 16 points, knocking down 2 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Florida A&M's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field on 25 of 60 attempts. They held the team to 41% shooting on two-point attempts, with 21 of 51 shots made.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 44%, hitting 4 of 9 threes. Florida A&M also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 16 for 66%. The Rattlers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs Florida A&M Rattlers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Bobcats and Chippewas are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Chippewas will host the game at McGuirk Arena in Mount Pleasant, MI. Ohio is favored by -4.5 in this Mid-American conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Michigan Chippewas +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at McGuirk Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Chippewas.</li><li>Not only will Central Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bobcats Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Ohio improved to 5-6 on the season with a 78-58 win over Austin Peay on Wednesday. The Bobcats, who were -14 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio dominated the first half, leading 49-22 at the break. However, they were outscored 36-29 in the second half. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Ohio's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 78 points while shooting 52% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to their 50% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>AJ Clayton led the way with 22 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes, while Sai Witt added 21 points. Jackson Paveletzke was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts, and dished out 11 assists to go along with 18 points.</p><p>Despite giving up 58 points, Ohio's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 52% from the field, including 53% from two-point range. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 14 attempts, good for 73%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's opponent shot 50%, hitting 12 of 24 three-point attempts. The Bobcats managed to limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Chippewas Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Central Michigan Chippewas Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Central Michigan dropped to 2-6 on the season after a 94-41 loss to Arizona on Saturday, December 21st. The Chippewas were +27.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 135, falling short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Central Michigan trailed 44-23 at halftime and struggled even more in the 2nd half, scoring just 18 points while allowing 50.</p><p>Central Michigan's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 41 points on 25.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was only 29.6%, with two-point shooting at 28.9% and three-point shooting at 18.8% (3/16).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Chippewas hit just 55.6% of their attempts (10/18). They recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team. Caleb Love was a bright spot, scoring 24 points on 9/15 shooting, including 3/8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Central Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Chippewas allowed the opposing team to shoot 70% from two-point range, connecting on 26 of 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 10 of 29 threes, shooting 34%. Central Michigan also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 12, shooting 92%. The Chippewas gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Rams are favored on the money line at -273 as they host the Cardinals in a week 17 NFC West matchup. The game is being played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, and is set to kick off at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th. The Rams are -6 point favorites, and the over/under line is set at 48 points. If you are looking to watch this one on TV, it will be on NFLN.</p><h3>ARIZONA CARDINALS VS LOS ANGELES RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Cardinals +6</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rams winning this one by a score of 23 to 22</li><li>Even though we like the Rams to win, our ATS pick is to take the Cardinals at +6</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Cardinals Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 7-8 record, the Cardinals sit 17th in our power rankings and have a +0.1 scoring margin. They are 9-6 against the spread, including a 6-2 mark as underdogs, but just 2-4 when favored. Their O/U record is 7-7-1, with the over hitting in three straight games.</p> <p>Arizona’s playoff chances are at 0.0%, and they are 3rd in the NFC West with a 2-2 division record. They are 5-3 at home and 2-5 on the road. In week 16, they lost to the Panthers, dropping their record to 7-8. Before that, they beat the Patriots in week 15, ending a three-game losing streak.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Cardinals sit 12th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 22.9 points per game, which ranks 14th in the NFL. They are 11th in the league in yards per game (353.4) and 20th in passing yards per game (207.6), with 30.7 passing attempts per game (19th). On the ground, they rank 5th in the NFL with 145.8 rushing yards per game on 27.6 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Arizona has been strong on 3rd down, converting 43.2% of their attempts, which ranks 8th in the NFL. They are 18th in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 11th in red zone attempts. The Cardinals have also been good in the 1st quarter, ranking 7th in the league in points scored in the opening period.</p><p>In their 36-30 overtime loss to the Panthers, the Cardinals' defense gave up 243 rushing yards on just 36 attempts, including a 76-yard touchdown run by Cam Newton. Despite this, they allowed only 149 passing yards on 17 completions. Arizona's defense also forced three sacks and held Carolina to a 42.9% third-down conversion rate.<p></p>The Cardinals' defense struggled to stop the run, as the Panthers averaged 6.8 yards per attempt on the ground. However, Arizona's pass defense was solid, giving up just 5.7 yards per attempt and forcing a 65.4% completion rate. Additionally, they allowed two passing touchdowns.</p><h3>Are The Rams Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Rams have won four straight games, including a 19-9 victory over the Jets in week 16. This streak has improved their record to 9-6, putting them in first place in the NFC West. They have a 3-1 record in division games and are 5-5 in conference play. Our projections give Los Angeles an 81.2% chance of making the playoffs and winning their division.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Rams rank 12th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of -1.2 points per game and are 8-7 against the spread this season. They have covered the spread in four consecutive games. Their O/U record is 7-8, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Rams sit 11th in our offensive power rankings. They are 17th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21.9 points per game, and 15th in total yards with 331.5 per game. Matthew Stafford has been sacked 0 times in his last 3 games, and his passer rating was 83 in week 16, going 14/19 for 110 yards, with 1 touchdown and 1 interception. Puka Nacua led the team with 8 catches for 56 yards in week 16, while Kyren Williams rushed for 122 yards on 23 carries.</p> <p>Despite ranking 6th in red zone attempts, the Rams are 22nd in red zone conversion percentage (15.8%). They also rank 23rd in 3rd-down conversions, with a 36.6% success rate, and are 23rd in the NFL in 1st-quarter scoring.</p><p>The Rams' defense held the Jets to just 3.8 yards per attempt on 20 rushes in their 19-9 win. Despite allowing 246 passing yards, the Rams gave up only one touchdown and held the Jets to 9 points. New York converted on 38.5% of their third down attempts and had just one sack in the game.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Rams allowed the Jets to convert 66.7% of their passes and lose the tackles for loss battle. The Rams' defense made it tough for the Jets to sustain drives, as they finished with 321 total yards.</p>

Arizona Cardinals vs Los Angeles Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Highlanders and Anteaters game? Catch the action at Bren Events Center in Irvine, CA, as the Anteaters hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 141.5 points, and UC Irvine is favored by -10.5 vs. UC Riverside in a Big West conference matchup.</p><h3>UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS VS UC IRVINE ANTEATERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Riverside Highlanders +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bren Events Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Anteaters.</li><li>Even though we have UC Irvine winning straight-up, we like UC Riverside at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UC Riverside Be The Talk of Bren Events Center?</h3><p>UC Riverside improved to 8-5 on the season with a 76-60 road win over Long Beach State on Thursday. The Highlanders entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 136 fell just short of the O/U line of 138.</p> <p>Riverside led 38-32 at halftime and maintained their momentum in the 2nd half, scoring another 38 points while holding Long Beach State to 28 points.</p><p>UC Riverside put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 54.1% of their two-point attempts and went 10-for-30 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 6 of 7 attempts, good for 85.7%.</p> <p>Isaiah Moses led the way with 22 points on 10-for-16 shooting, while Nate Pickens added 19 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Devin Askew contributed 17 points and 5 assists, hitting 7 of 10 shots. The Highlanders grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists as a team.</p><p>UC Riverside's defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field on 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Highlanders gave up 20 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Riverside limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 11 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 84%. The Highlanders allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is It the Anteaters Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Irvine improved to 11-2 on the season with a 98-89 win over Cal Poly on Thursday. The Anteaters, who were -8.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 49-38 at halftime, UC Irvine’s defense allowed Cal Poly to score 42 points in the 2nd half, while the Anteaters managed 31 points. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the over/under line of 158.5.</p><p>UC Irvine put up 98 points in their last game, shooting 44% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a 51.8% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Anteaters struggled, hitting just 4 of 19 threes (21.1%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, UC Irvine was impressive, connecting on 28 of 31 attempts (90.3%). Devin Tillis led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Bent Leuchten added 24 points and 11 boards. Myles Che contributed 22 points, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 89 points, UC Irvine's defense managed to hold their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 34 made baskets on 83 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, resulting in a 53% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Irvine's defense gave up 13 three-pointers on 44 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from three-point range. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 72%. UC Irvine allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UC Riverside Highlanders vs UC Irvine Anteaters NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Golden Knights face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Golden Knights picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Buffalo’s record dropped to 14-21-5 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres were underdogs on the puck line and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3 goals.</p> <p>Buffalo scored first with a short-handed goal from Alex Tuch in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second. The Sabres failed to score again, leaving them without a win in their last three games.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring his 5th of the season on a shorthanded effort. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but couldn't find the back of the net again, and they were held scoreless on the power play.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and failed to score after the first period. Tuch, who took 5 shots on goal, netted the team's only goal at 8:21 of the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's defense allowed two goals, both of which came in the second period on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Golden Knights?</h3><p>Vegas improved to 26-9-3 with a 4-3 overtime win against Utah. The Golden Knights were favored by -1.5 goals and didn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Utah took a 2-0 lead before Vegas responded with four unanswered goals. All four of the Golden Knights’ goals were scored by different players.</p><p>Vegas fired 35 shots on goal but only found the net four times in their 4-3 overtime win. Brett Howden’s 6th goal of the season came 2:15 into overtime, while William Karlsson scored his 2nd goal of the year at 14:23 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for the Golden Knights, netting his 7th goal at 4:54 in the 2nd period. Noah Hanifin added his 2nd goal of the season and also contributed two assists, bringing his assist total to 5 on the year.</p><p>Vegas's defense struggled early, allowing the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they conceded again at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. Defensively, the Golden Knights recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Buffaloes and Sun Devils are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sun Devils will host the game at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe, AZ. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Arizona State is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Colorado.</p><h3>COLORADO BUFFALOES VS ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona State Sun Devils -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Desert Financial Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Sun Devils.</li><li>Not only will Arizona State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Are the Buffaloes Ready for a Win at Tempe?</h3><p>Colorado fell to 9-3 after a 79-69 home loss to Iowa State on Monday. The Buffaloes, who were +9 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points of 148 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Colorado trailed 37-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 38 points while allowing 42.</p><p>In their last game, the Buffaloes put up 69 points, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.8% of their threes (7/22).</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 52.9% overall and 42.9% from three. Curtis Jones added 20 points, despite shooting just 31.2% from the field and 28.6% from deep.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 21 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Colorado's defense held the other team to 31% shooting, with 7 made threes. They also sent them to the free-throw line 8 times, where they converted 6 attempts. Colorado gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Arizona State Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Arizona State’s season record fell to 9-3 after a 76-56 road loss to BYU on Tuesday. The Sun Devils entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>ASU trailed 31-26 at halftime and struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 56 points on 36.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, largely due to their 20.7% performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 6 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Richie Saunders was a bright spot, scoring 30 points and hitting 6 of 11 threes at 54.5%. He shot 61.1% overall. The Sun Devils also shot 80% from the free-throw line, going 8 for 10, and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds, with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Even with Arizona State allowing 76 points, they struggled defensively, giving up 48% shooting from the field. The Sun Devils had a tough time inside, where their opponent hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 18/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 10 made threes on 32 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10, shooting 71%. The Sun Devils gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Colorado Buffaloes vs Arizona State Sun Devils NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Ravens are heavily favored at -1951 on the money line as they face the Browns on Saturday, January 4th at 4:30 ET on ABC. The Ravens are the home team for this week 18 matchup, and the point spread is at -17.5 in favor of the Ravens. The over/under line is at 41.5 points.</p><h3>CLEVELAND BROWNS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Ravens -17.5</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALTIMORE RAVENS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ravens winning this one by a score of 36 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Ravens winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -17.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Browns Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 3-13 record, the Browns are on a five-game losing streak, including a 20-3 loss to the Dolphins in week 17. Cleveland ranks 31st in our power rankings and has been eliminated from playoff contention. They are 4th in the AFC North and 14th in the conference standings.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Browns are 4-12 and have failed to cover in five straight games. They are 0-4 as favorites and 4-8 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 6-10, with the under hitting in four consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Browns rank 32nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 29th in the NFL in points per game (15.5) and 27th in yards per game (305.2). Despite leading the league in pass attempts, they are 20th in passing yards per game (208.2). On the ground, they rank 28th with 97 rushing yards per game on 23.2 attempts per contest. Cleveland ranks 29th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage but leads the league in red zone conversions, scoring on 55.9% of their trips.</p> <p>Dorian Thompson-Robinson will start at quarterback against the Ravens, despite being limited in practice with a calf injury. In week 17, he threw for 170 yards on 24/47 passing, with one interception. Jerry Jeudy, who is probable for week 18, had 12 catches for 94 yards in week 17. Jerome Ford, who is questionable with an ankle injury, rushed for 92 yards in week 16 and 84 yards in week 15.</p><p>In their 20-3 loss to the Dolphins, the Browns' defense allowed Miami to convert 84.6% of their passes, with 22 completions for 206 yards. Cleveland defended well on third downs, allowing just an 18.2% conversion rate. The Browns' defense also forced four sacks and limited the Dolphins to 74 rushing yards on 27 attempts (2.7 yards per attempt).<p></p>Despite their efforts, the Browns' offense struggled, managing just 3 points. The Dolphins finished with 280 total yards, and Cleveland will be looking for more support from their offense in the future.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 18, the Ravens sit atop the AFC North with an 11-5 record, which includes a three-game winning streak. After a week 13 loss to the Eagles, Baltimore has bounced back with wins over the Giants, Steelers, and Texans, including a 29-point victory over Houston in week 17. The Ravens covered the 6.5-point spread in that game, bringing their ATS record to 9-6-1.</p> <p>Our power rankings have Baltimore 2nd in the NFL, and they have a 94.2% chance of winning the division and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. Their average scoring margin this season is +8.2 points per game, and their O/U record is 12-4, with their games averaging 52.1 points.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Ravens are 1st in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in yards per game (424.2) and rank 3rd in points per game, averaging 30.2. Baltimore has leaned heavily on the run game, ranking 2nd in both rushing attempts (32.4) and rushing yards per game (185.6). On 3rd down, they convert 48% of the time, which is 2nd in the NFL.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson has been on a roll, posting a passer rating of 143 in week 17, with 168 yards and 2 touchdowns on 10/15 passing. Derrick Henry rushed for 147 yards on 27 carries, and Mark Andrews had 68 yards and a touchdown. Baltimore scored 14 points in the 3rd quarter against the Texans and converted all 3 of their red zone opportunities.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Ravens' defense didn't allow a touchdown, giving up just two points to the Texans. They were dominant, allowing only 58 rushing yards on 17 attempts and 153 passing yards. Baltimore's defense also came away with five sacks and limited Houston to a 26.7% conversion rate on third downs. They also picked off one pass and held the Texans to 4-of-16 on third down conversions. The Ravens' defense allowed just 211 total yards in the game.</p>

Cleveland Browns vs Baltimore Ravens Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Bengals and Bears game? Catch the action at Bank of Colorado Arena in Greeley, CO, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Northern Colorado is favored by -7.5 vs. Idaho State in a Big Sky conference matchup.</p><h3>IDAHO STATE BENGALS VS NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho State Bengals +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bank of Colorado Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO STATE BENGALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Even though we have Northern Colorado winning straight-up, we like Idaho State at +7.5.</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>Taking a Look at the Bengals Chances on the Road</h3><p>Idaho State improved to 3-6 on the season with a 72-67 road win over Northern Arizona on Thursday. The Bengals entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, Idaho State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Lumberjacks 46-31. The game’s total points of 139 fell just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Idaho State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 5 of 13 three-pointers, hitting 38.5% from deep, while shooting 48.8% on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Bengals made 15 of 25 attempts, finishing at 60%.</p> <p>Dylan Darling led the way with 20 points and 7 assists, hitting 2 of 2 from three-point range. Carson Towt added 16 points and 12 rebounds, while Jayden Jackson contributed 15 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 50% from beyond the arc. Jake O'Neil also grabbed 15 boards, despite shooting just 36.4% from the field.</p><p>Idaho State's defense held their opponent to 67 points, allowing them to shoot 39% from the field on 23 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bengals limited their opponent to 41% shooting, with 13 made two-point shots on 31 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Idaho State's defense gave up 10 threes on 27 attempts, a 37% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 11 for 57%. The Bengals allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Northern Colorado Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Northern Colorado Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears improved to 6-5 on the season with an 89-72 home win over Weber State on Thursday, January 2nd. Northern Colorado entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After jumping out to a 48-29 lead in the first half, the Bears scored 41 points in the second half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 161 went over the pre-game O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Northern Colorado's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 89 points on 58.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.6%, thanks in part to hitting 50% of their threes (12/24) and 66.7% of their twos (18/27).</p> <p>The Bears also connected on 81% of their free throws (17/21) and dished out 23 assists. Isaiah Hawthorne and Trevor Hennig each scored 17 points, with Hennig shooting 71.4% from the field and 75% from deep.</p><p>Despite Northern Colorado's defensive efforts, they allowed 72 points on 58% shooting from the field. The opposing team hit 30 of their 51 shot attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they shot 50%, knocking down 12 of 24 threes. They also went 17/21 from the free-throw line, an 81% clip.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dons and Cougars. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Friel Court in Pullman, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Washington State is favored by -2.5 against San Francisco in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington State Cougars -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Friel Court at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Washington State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dons Grab a Win in Pullman?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 12-3 on the season with an 89-81 win over Pacific on Thursday. San Francisco, who were -13 favorites going into the game, didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, the Dons exploded for 55 points in the second half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 170 easily surpassed the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>San Francisco's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points while shooting 50.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.6%, thanks in part to hitting 14 threes at a 45.2% clip. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 19 of 21 attempts for a 90.5% rate.</p> <p>Elijah Fisher led the way with 25 points, shooting 60% overall. Malik Thomas added 24 points, and Marcus Williams contributed 22 points and 7 assists, hitting 4 threes at 50%. The Dons also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists as a team.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 59% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 22 of their 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Dons held their opponent to 33% shooting, with just 5 threes made on 15 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws at an 81% clip. San Francisco also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cougars Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Washington State improved to 12-3 on the season with a 73-59 win over Loyola Marymount on Monday. Playing at home, the Cougars entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 36-34 at halftime, Washington State clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 25 points while scoring 37 of their own.</p><p>Washington State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 55.3% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 19 three-point shots.</p> <p>Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Stone-Carrawell hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Tomas Thrastarson added 17 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes, while Dane Erikstrup contributed 14 points, hitting 3 of 7 from long range. The Cougars had 17 assists and 8 offensive rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Despite Washington State's defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 49% shooting, they still held their opponent to just 59 points. The Cougars gave up 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington State allowed 7 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36% from deep. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws at a 71% rate.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Washington State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Cowboys and Falcons game? Catch the action at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, CO, as the Falcons hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on MWN. Wyoming is favored by -2.5 in this Mountain West conference matchup the against Air Force. The over/under for the game is set at 129.5 points.</p><h3>WYOMING COWBOYS VS AIR FORCE FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Air Force Falcons +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Clune Arena at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AIR FORCE FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Falcons.</li><li>Not only will Air Force pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Cowboys?</h3><h3>Wyoming Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Wyoming fell to 7-6 on the season after a 67-58 home loss to Boise State on Tuesday. The Cowboys entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Wyoming trailed 25-19 at halftime but picked up the pace in the 2nd half, scoring 39 points. However, they allowed 42 points to Boise State after the break, which proved too much to overcome.</p><p>Wyoming's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 58 points on 35.1% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, with two-point shooting at 34.4% and three-point shooting at 36%.</p> <p>Alvaro Cardenas led the team with 19 points and 6 assists, while A.J. Wills contributed 17 points in just 14 minutes, hitting 5 of 7 threes. Tyson Degenhart added 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and from beyond the arc.</p><p>Wyoming's defense held their opponent to 67 points, with a field goal percentage of 35% (20/57). They limited two-point shooting to 34% (11/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 36% (9/25). Wyoming sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 60% (9/15) of their free throws. Wyoming gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Air Force Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Air Force dropped to 3-10 on the season following a 77-58 loss to UNLV on Tuesday. The Falcons were +7.5 point underdogs at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 135, narrowly exceeding the O/U line of 132.5.</p> <p>Trailing 38-26 at halftime, Air Force couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39.</p><p>Air Force struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 22.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 35 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.4%, and they connected on 60% of their free throws, going 12 for 20.</p> <p>Julian Rishwain led the Falcons with 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Ethan Taylor and Jaden Henley each added 14 points, with Taylor also grabbing 8 rebounds. Jeremiah Cherry was perfect from the field, making all 5 of his attempts.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive showing, the Air Force Falcons couldn't keep their opponent from scoring 77 points. They held the other team to just 33% shooting from the field, with 19 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Falcons limited their opponent to 8 threes on 35 attempts, a 22% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 60%.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Flames versus the Bruins? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 157.5 points, and Belmont is favored by -6.5 to win at home against UIC.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like UIC at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UIC Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Flames improved to 7-4 on the season with a 74-70 win over Drake on Wednesday. UIC, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at halftime, UIC outscored Drake 42-37 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the O/U line of 129.5.</p><p>UIC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 57.4% from the field and 47.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66%, with 19 of their 30 two-point attempts finding the mark at a rate of 63.3%.</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 30 points and 12 assists, hitting 4 of 9 from deep. Tyem Freeman was also hot from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 7 threes, while Jordan Mason was perfect from long range, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 17 points on 7 of 9 shooting overall.</p><p>UIC Flames gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 57% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 17 threes, shooting 47%. UIC also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 70%.</p><h3>Can Belmont Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Belmont's record fell to 8-5 after a 76-70 road loss to Northern Iowa on Wednesday. The Bruins were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 146, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Belmont trailed 39-34 at halftime and couldn't make up the difference in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Belmont's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 38.7% overall and 30% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 40 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they managed only 5 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the Bruins with 19 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts. Carter Whitt contributed 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Tytan Anderson added 18 points. Belmont finished with 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Belmont's defensive efforts, they couldn't keep their opponent from scoring 76 points. The Bruins allowed a 45% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 29 of 64 shots.</p> <p>Belmont struggled to contain two-point shots, as their opponent connected on 26 of 46 attempts (56%). However, the Bruins did limit their opponent's three-point shooting to just 3 of 18 (16%).</p>

<p>Betting on today's Roadrunners and Green Wave game? Catch the action at Devlin Fieldhouse in New Orleans, LA, as the Green Wave hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPNU. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Tulane is favored by -5.5 vs. UTSA in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>UTSA ROADRUNNERS VS TULANE GREEN WAVE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulane Green Wave -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Devlin Fieldhouse at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULANE GREEN WAVE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Green Wave.</li><li>Not only will Tulane pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Roadrunners Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>UTSA's season record fell to 4-6 after a 78-75 road loss to Army on Sunday. The Roadrunners were favored by 2.5 points but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>UTSA trailed 39-35 at halftime but nearly matched Army in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 39. The game total of 153 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>UTSA's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 28% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, and they connected on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Jalen Rucker led the way with 27 points, hitting 5-of-10 from three and 11-of-20 overall. Primo Spears added 22 points, while Raekwon Horton contributed 15 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>UTSA's defense struggled in this one, giving up 78 points on 48% shooting from the field. The Roadrunners allowed 17 two-point field goals on 56% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UTSA's opponents hit 11 threes on 39% shooting. They also sent them to the line 14 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 78%. UTSA gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Tulane Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Tulane Green Wave Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulane improved to 5-7 on the season with an 83-68 road win over Charlotte on Tuesday. The Green Wave entered the game as +3 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 34-27 at halftime, Tulane scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the over/under line of 145.5.</p><p>Tulane put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.4%. They hit 55.9% of their two-point attempts and connected on 34.8% from beyond the arc, making 8 threes in total.</p> <p>Kaleb Banks led the way with 21 points, shooting 63.6% overall and 42.9% from three-point range. Rowan Brumbaugh added 19 points, while Asher Woods contributed 16 points and 3 assists. Kam Williams also hit 3 threes, finishing with 13 points and a team-high 8 rebounds.</p><p>Tulane's defense held their opponent to 68 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% on 22 made shots out of 55 attempts. The Green Wave allowed 16 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, giving up a 50% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tulane's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 81%. Tulane gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Bears and Braves face off at 8:00 ET on CBSS. The Braves are hosting the game at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 133.5 points, and Bradley is favored by -11.5 to win at home against Missouri State.</p><h3>MISSOURI STATE BEARS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri State Bears +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Even though we have Bradley winning straight-up, we like Missouri State at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bears Win in Peoria?</h3><p>Missouri State's season record fell to 5-7 after a narrow 73-72 loss to Valparaiso on Wednesday. The Bears, who were -5.5 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Missouri State scored 38 points in the 2nd half, but also allowed 38 points. The total points for the game ended at 145, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Missouri State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 58% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 66%. They connected on 65.6% of their two-point attempts and 44.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the way with 22 points, while Vincent Brady II added 19 on 8-of-9 shooting. Michael Osei-Bonsu contributed 15 points and 6 assists, and All Wright was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 8 shots, including 1-for-1 from three-point range.</p><p>Missouri State's defense struggled, giving up 73 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 65% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bears gave up 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 44%. They also sent them to the line 16 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Braves Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley improved to 11-2 on the season with a 90-89 win over Indiana State on Wednesday. The Braves, who were -3.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 179 exceeded the O/U line of 156.5.</p> 

<p>Bradley trailed 34-30 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 52 points while allowing 48.</p><p>Bradley put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 57.4%. They hit 64.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.3% from beyond the arc, making 10 threes in 31 tries. At the free-throw line, they were 12-for-15, good for 80%.</p> <p>Zek Montgomery led the way with 26 points, shooting 57.9% overall and 42.9% from three. Duke Deen added 24 points, hitting 4 of 11 from deep, and Camp Wagner contributed 20 points, making 5 of 10 from three-point range.</p><p>Bradley's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points despite holding their opponent to 41% shooting from the field. The Braves allowed 24 field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley's opponent shot 11/38 (28%). The Braves also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 attempts (83%).</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bonnies and Rams. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Rams at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY. Get ready to place your bets! St. Bonaventure is favored by -6 in this Atlantic 10 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142 points.</p><h3>ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fordham Rams +6</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FORDHAM RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Fordham pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can St. Bonaventure Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies improved to 12-1 on the season with a 77-75 win over VCU on Tuesday. St. Bonaventure covered the spread as +2.5 point underdogs at home.</p> 

<p>They led 38-34 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points of 152 went over the pre-game line of 134.5.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-15 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Bonnies shot 73.7%, making 14 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>Phillip Russell led the way with 26 points in just 27 minutes, shooting 62.5% overall and hitting 6 of 12 from three-point range. Noel Brown and Melvin Council Jr. each added 20 points, with Brown shooting 61.5% from the field. The Bonnies recorded 11 offensive rebounds and 9 assists as a team.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense struggled, giving up 75 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 24 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Bonaventure's opponent shot 33%, hitting 5 of 15 attempts. The Bonnies also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws (73%). St. Bonaventure gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Fordham Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fordham’s season record dropped to 7-6 after a tough 88-63 home loss to Saint Louis on Tuesday. The Rams, who were favored by 1 point, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 42-29 at halftime, Fordham couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 151 fell just short of the 154.5 over/under line.</p><p>Fordham's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range, finishing with 63 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they managed 8 offensive rebounds and 12 assists.</p> <p>Gibson Jimerson was a standout, hitting 5 threes at 71.4% and finishing with 33 points and 8 rebounds. Robbie Avila and Isaiah Swope both shot 58.3%, with Avila adding 19 points and 4 assists, and Swope contributing 15 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 88 points, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, with 24 made field goals on 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Rams allowed 19 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fordham's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. The Rams also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 10 shots, a 71% free-throw percentage. Fordham gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Devils and Sharks face off at 4:00 ET on NBCS. The Sharks are hosting the game at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The Devils are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Sharks.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+249)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will New Jersey Shock Everyone at SAP Center?</h3><p>New Jersey's record dropped to 24-14-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> <p>Both teams were scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net three times. The Devils struggled offensively, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, despite firing 22 shots on goal. The Devils struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game.</p> <p>New Jersey failed to score in any period, including the third, where Calgary netted all three of their goals. The Devils' record now stands at 24-14-3.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong for the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the defense added 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Can the Sharks Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 12-23-6 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p> 

<p>San Jose held a 1-0 lead in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up and eventually scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Nico Sturm and Mikael Granlund scored for the Sharks in the loss.</p><p>The Sharks took 23 shots on goal in their 3-2 loss to the Canucks but only found the net twice. Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth goal, tying the game 2-2 with 1:17 left in the third period.</p> <p>San Jose recorded 16 giveaways and failed to score on the power play. Tyler Toffoli picked up his fifth assist, and William Eklund added his seventh. Luke Kunin also contributed with his third assist of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after giving up a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, which led to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%, while the Sharks' defense registered 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pacers (-124) will host the Suns (+104) in a non-conference matchup. Indiana is currently favored by 1.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 233.5.</p>

<p>Phoenix has lost three straight games and is currently 11th in the Western Conference at 15-17. Indiana is 17-18 and sits in 8th place in the East. Tip-off will be at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, and the game can be seen on AZFa.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-122 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Suns Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 15-17 on the season after a 117-112 home loss to the Grizzlies on Tuesday. Phoenix, who were -5.5 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 229, falling short of the 238.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 69-55 at one point, the Suns went on a 10-0 run to close the gap to 71-70. They outscored Memphis 31-22 in the 3rd quarter but couldn’t complete the comeback, as both teams scored 26 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Kevin Durant led the Suns with 29 points and 10 rebounds in their 117-112 loss to the Grizzlies, shooting 57.9% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40%. Tyus Jones added 21 points, while Devin Booker struggled, shooting 20% and finishing with 16 points and 9 assists, making just 2 threes at 25%.</p> <p>The Suns made only 9 threes, shooting 30% from deep and 45.7% overall. Durant scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Mason Plumlee contributed 8 of his 12 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Suns struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 69 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 22 points. Overall, they allowed 117 points on 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Phoenix held Memphis to 34% from three, with the Grizzlies making 15 threes. The Suns sent Memphis to the line 33 times, where they made 22 free throws. Defensively, the Suns recorded 9 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Pacers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Indiana moved to 17-18 on the season with a 128-115 road win over the Heat on Thursday. The Pacers, who entered as +2 point underdogs, not only got the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 243, surpassing the O/U line of 225.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Indiana set the tone early with a 12-0 run, breaking a 2-2 tie and jumping out to a 14-2 lead. They led 38-25 after the 1st quarter and extended their lead by winning the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Heading into the 4th with a 107-83 lead, the Pacers coasted to the win despite being outscored 32-21 in the final frame.</p><p>Tyrese Haliburton led the Pacers to a 128-point performance against the Heat, hitting 6 threes and finishing with 33 points and 15 assists. He shot 61.9% from the field, and the Pacers connected on 17 threes as a team, shooting 42.5% from deep and 53.1% overall.</p> <p>Haliburton scored 16 points in the 1st quarter and added 12 more in the 3rd. Myles Turner contributed 11 of his 21 points in the 3rd, while Jarace Walker scored 7 of his 12 points in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 115 points, the Pacers' defense held the Heat to 25 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters. Indiana struggled in the 3rd and 4th, allowing 33 and 32 points, respectively, while Miami shot 57% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers limited the Heat to 11 threes on 42% shooting. Indiana also sent Miami to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws. The Pacers finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 9 steals, and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>The Lions and Cougars are set to face off at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. The Cougars will host the game at Vadalabene Center in Edwardsville, IL. This Ohio Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 137.5 points, and SIUE is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Lindenwood.</p><h3>LINDENWOOD LIONS VS SIUE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: SIUE Cougars -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Vadalabene Center at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIUE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-64 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will SIUE pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Lindenwood Shock Everyone at Vadalabene Center?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Lindenwood’s season record dropped to 3-8 after a 78-74 road loss to Eastern Illinois on Thursday. The Lions entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 35-27 at halftime, Lindenwood outscored Eastern Illinois 37-29 in the second half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35% overall and 28% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they managed to score 74 points, thanks in part to hitting 25 of 33 free throws (75.8%).</p> <p>Zion Fruster led the way with 29 points, shooting 60% from the field and 50% from three. Markeith Browning II added 21 points and 5 assists, while Kooper Jacobi contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, hitting both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Lindenwood's defensive efforts, they allowed 78 points on 47% shooting from the field. The opposing team shot 45% from two-point range, hitting 19 of their 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lindenwood gave up 6 threes on 11 attempts, a 54% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 22, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Does SIUE Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>SIUE Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars improved to 5-6 on the season with a 77-66 win over Western Illinois on Thursday, January 2nd. Playing at home, SIUE entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>SIUE led 42-30 at halftime and added 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The total points for the game reached 143, going over the pre-game O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>SIUE's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 60% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 68%. They connected on 61.5% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-13 from deep.</p> <p>Marko Maletic led the way with 28 points, hitting 6-of-8 threes, while Brian Taylor II was 5-of-6 from beyond the arc, shooting 77.8% overall. Ray'Sean Taylor added 23 points, making 75% of his shots.</p><p>Despite SIUE's defensive struggles, they still managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. The Cougars allowed a 60% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 30 of 50 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, SIUE's defense gave up 8 threes on 13 attempts, a 61% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 9 free throws.</p>

Lindenwood Lions vs SIUE Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinal versus the Panthers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -9.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Pittsburgh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Stanford Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stanford fell to 9-4 on the season after an 85-71 road loss to Clemson on Wednesday. The Cardinal entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 156 exceeded the over/under line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Stanford trailed 43-41 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Stanford's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. They were efficient at the free-throw line, hitting 91.7% of their attempts, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Chase Hunter led the way with 22 points, while Oziyah Sellers added 20 on 77.8% shooting. Chauncey Wiggins contributed 17 points, hitting 4 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Stanford's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 48% shooting. They allowed 51% shooting from two-point range, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 39 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stanford's opponents shot 42%, making 8 of 19 threes. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% rate. Stanford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Pittsburgh Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-74 win over California on Wednesday. Despite being -14 favorites, the Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 160, surpassing the over/under line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Pittsburgh trailed 42-38 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Cal 48-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.7%, and they hit 76.5% of their free throws, going 26-for-34 from the line.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 27 points and 8 assists, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 20% from three. Cameron Corhen was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 19 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, they gave up 74 points, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field. Inside the arc, the Panthers allowed 18 of 34 shots to fall, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Pittsburgh's defense couldn't contain their opponents, who hit 8 of 18 attempts, shooting 44%. The Panthers also sent them to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 26 free throws at a 76% clip.</p>

Stanford Cardinal vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Red Wolves and Dukes game? Catch the action at Atlantic Union Bank Center in Harrisonburg, VA, as the Dukes hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, Arkansas State is favored bt -1.5 vs. James Madison. The over/under for the game is 148.5 points.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS JAMES MADISON DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: James Madison Dukes +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Atlantic Union Bank Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JAMES MADISON DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will James Madison pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Red Wolves Stand a Chance in Harrisonburg?</h3><p>Arkansas State improved to 10-3 on the season with a 78-59 win over Old Dominion on Thursday. The Red Wolves were -11 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Arkansas State led 32-29 at halftime before outscoring Old Dominion 46-30 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 137 fell under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Arkansas State put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 44.4% from three-point range, hitting 8 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 16 of 19 shots, good for 84.2%.</p> <p>Terrance Ford Jr. was nearly perfect, shooting 90% overall and making all 3 of his three-point attempts, finishing with 21 points and 5 assists. Sean Durugordon also scored 21 points, despite shooting just 38.5% from the field. Taryn Todd added 17 points, though he struggled with a 29.4% shooting performance.</p><p>Arkansas State's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 26% shooting from the field. The Red Wolves were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 24 attempts, a 16% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Arkansas State's defense allowed 13 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Will James Madison Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>James Madison evened their record at 6-6 with an 83-72 win over Southern Miss on Thursday. The Dukes were -11.5 favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>JMU led 33-31 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41.</p><p>James Madison put up 83 points in their recent game, shooting 47.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.4%. They connected on 37% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-27, and hit 75% from the free-throw line, making 21-of-28. The Dukes had 15 assists and grabbed 5 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Mark Freeman led the way with 30 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 50% from three-point range, hitting 4-of-8 from deep. Andre Curbelo added 24 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. AJ Smith contributed 13 points, while Eddie Ricks III and Christian Watson each chipped in 11 points.</p><p>James Madison's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. The Dukes allowed 16 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 10 of 27 threes, shooting 37%. James Madison also sent them to the line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws, a 75% success rate. The Dukes limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs James Madison Dukes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Gamecocks versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SECN. The game will be played at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143.5 points, and Mississippi State is favored by -10.5 to win at home against South Carolina.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina Gamecocks +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Humphrey Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Mississippi State winning straight-up, we like South Carolina at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Gamecocks Defense Show Up in Starkville?</h3><p>South Carolina improved to 10-3 on the season with a 69-59 win over Presbyterian on Monday. The Gamecocks were -18.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 128 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 32-24 at halftime, South Carolina turned things around by scoring 45 points in the 2nd half while holding Presbyterian to 27 points.</p><p>South Carolina put up 69 points in their latest game, shooting 45.8% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 20-for-30 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the Gamecocks with 27 points, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range. Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points, hitting 5 of 6 shots.</p><p>South Carolina's defense held their opponent to 59 points, despite allowing them to shoot 45% from the field. The Gamecocks gave up 17 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina's defense allowed 5 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponent shooting 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Gamecocks gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Mississippi State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mississippi State improved to 12-1 on the season with an 87-73 win over Bethune-Cookman on Monday. The Bulldogs were heavy favorites at -28.5 but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 52-45 at halftime, Mississippi State tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 28 points while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 160 went over the line of 145.5.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 50.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.4%. They hit 63.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-25. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Riley Kugel led the way with 22 points, shooting 10-for-13 overall and 2-for-4 from three-point range. Trey Thomas and Brayon Freeman each added 21 points, with Freeman playing a team-high 39 minutes. Reggie Ward Jr. contributed 14 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, shooting 6-for-10 from the field.</p><p>Mississippi State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's defense held the other team to 32% shooting, as they connected on 8 of 25 three-point attempts. The Bulldogs also sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 70%. Mississippi State gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Mississippi State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Spartans and Runnin' Rebels. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on MWN, and it's hosted by the Runnin' Rebels at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have UNLV as the -10.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS VS UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose State Spartans +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Runnin' Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have UNLV winning straight-up, we like San Jose State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Spartans Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>San Jose State’s season record dropped to 5-8 after a 72-50 loss to Colorado State on Tuesday. The Spartans, who were +3.5 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>San Jose State struggled early, trailing 33-15 at halftime. While they managed to score 35 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 39, making it difficult to mount a comeback.</p><p>San Jose State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 50 points on 29.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 31.1%, and they hit only 2 of 23 three-point attempts, shooting 8.7% from deep.</p> <p>The Spartans managed just 5 assists and 5 offensive rebounds, but did shoot 75% from the free-throw line. Nique Clifford led the way with 22 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>San Jose State's defense held strong, giving up 72 points while limiting their opponent to just 29% shooting from the field. The Spartans allowed 16 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Jose State's defense was even more effective, as they held their opponent to just 2 three-pointers on 23 attempts, an 8% shooting performance. The Spartans also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 attempts for a 75% shooting rate. San Jose State allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Runnin' Rebels Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>UNLV Runnin' Rebels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UNLV improved to 8-5 on the season with a 77-58 road win over Air Force on Tuesday, December 31st. The Runnin' Rebels entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>UNLV led 38-26 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Air Force 39-32. The total points for the game reached 135, surpassing the over/under line of 132.5.</p><p>UNLV's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting 56.2% of their threes (9/16). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, with Jeremiah Cherry going a perfect 5-for-5 from the floor.</p> <p>Julian Rishwain knocked down 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep, while Ethan Taylor also hit 4 threes, though at a 40% rate. Jaden Henley added 14 points, hitting his only three-point attempt, and the Runnin' Rebels finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>UNLV's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 33% shooting from the field. The Runnin' Rebels were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 8 made threes on 35 attempts, a 22% success rate.</p> <p>Even with 12 offensive rebounds allowed, UNLV managed to keep their opponent from capitalizing at the free-throw line, where they shot 60%, making 12 of 20 attempts.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. South Carolina State is favored by -4.5 in this Mid-Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulldogs Win on the Road?</h3><p>South Carolina State fell to 4-9 on the season after a 79-72 road loss to Georgia on Sunday. Despite being +26 point underdogs, the Bulldogs kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>South Carolina State led 41-24 at halftime but allowed Georgia to score 55 points in the 2nd half while managing only 31 points themselves. The game’s total points of 151 went over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Carolina State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.6%. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 20 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 19 of 24 for 79.2%.</p> <p>Jayden Johnson and RJ Godfrey each shot 5 of 8 from the field, with Johnson adding 16 points and 3 assists. Tyrin Lawrence and Michael Teal contributed 14 and 13 points, respectively, while Asa Newell was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots for 12 points.</p><p>South Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to connect on 64% of their two-point attempts, with 22 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Bulldogs held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 5 made threes. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they hit 20 free throws for 64%.</p><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Morgan State fell to 2-10 on the season after a 90-68 road loss to Minnesota on Sunday. The Bears entered the game as +24 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Minnesota jumped out to a 55-37 lead by halftime, and while Morgan State kept the second half closer, being outscored 35-31, it wasn't enough to mount a comeback. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the 144.5 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, Morgan State put up 68 points, shooting 40% from the field and 36.4% from beyond the arc. They connected on 16 of 19 free throws, hitting 84.2% from the line, and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, finishing with 18 assists.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 25 points and 4 assists, while Mike Mitchell Jr. added 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 threes. Dawson Garcia also contributed, going 4 of 5 from deep and finishing with 18 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Morgan State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 90 points while allowing their opponents to shoot 51% from the field. The Bears couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 58% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 31 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morgan State's defense gave up 13 threes on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. The Bears allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the 18-16 Spurs will host the 19-14 Nuggets in a Western Conference matchup. The Spurs (+116) are currently on a two-game win streak and are 8th in the West, while the Nuggets (-138) are 5th in the conference.</p>

<p>Oddsmakers have set the over/under for this game at 237.5 points, and Denver is favored by 2.5 points. ALT2 will have the TV coverage for this game, which will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-112 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nuggets Defense Show Up in San Antonio?</h3><p>Denver fell to 19-14 on the season after a 113-110 home loss to the Spurs on Friday. The Nuggets were favored by 6 points but failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 223 points came in well under the 238.5-point line.</p> <p>Denver’s 10-0 run shifted the score from 64-60 to 70-64, but after outscoring the Spurs 38-27 in the 3rd quarter, they couldn’t hold onto their 90-87 lead, getting outscored 26-20 in the 4th.</p><p>In their 113-110 loss to the Spurs, the Nuggets shot 43.3% from the field, making 15 threes at a 38.5% clip. Nikola Jokić led the way with 41 points, 18 rebounds, and 9 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting 30% from deep.</p> <p>Michael Porter Jr. added 22 points, connecting on 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Jokić scored 18 points in the 3rd quarter, while Christian Braun and Julian Strawther each contributed 5 points in the 4th.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, the Nuggets couldn’t stop the Spurs, who scored 113 points in Denver’s loss on Friday. The Nuggets gave up 32 points in the 1st quarter but improved as the game went on, allowing 28 in the 2nd, 27 in the 3rd, and 26 in the final period.</p> <p>Denver held San Antonio to 46% shooting from the field, including 36% from three, with the Spurs hitting 13 threes. The Nuggets sent the Spurs to the line 13 times, where they made 8 free throws. Denver also recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Spurs improved to 18-16 on the season with a 113-110 road win over the Nuggets on Friday. San Antonio entered the game as +6 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total score of 223 points fell short of the 238.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>San Antonio took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Denver 28-22. However, the Nuggets responded with a 10-0 run and a 38-27 3rd quarter. The Spurs rallied in the 4th, holding Denver to 20 points while scoring 26 to secure the win.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs to a win over the Nuggets, scoring 35 points and grabbing 18 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 66.7%. Devin Vassell added 18 points, while Keldon Johnson contributed 16 points, knocking down 3 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 13 points in the 2nd quarter, and added 8 more in the 4th. Keldon Johnson also had a big 2nd quarter, scoring 13 of his 16 points. The Spurs hit 13 threes as a team, shooting 36.1% from deep and 46.5% overall.</p><p>Despite a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 38 points, the Spurs' defense came through in the 4th, holding the Nuggets to just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, San Antonio gave up 110 points on 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Spurs struggled to contain Denver from beyond the arc, allowing 15 threes on 38% shooting. They sent the Nuggets to the line 16 times, where they hit 11 free throws. San Antonio finished with 42 defensive rebounds, while giving up 10 offensive boards.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Cowboys and Lobos face off at 10:00 ET on CBSS. The Lobos are hosting the game at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. This Mountain West conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and the Lobos are favored to win at home vs. the Cowboys.</p><h3>WYOMING COWBOYS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wyoming Cowboys +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WYOMING COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Even though we have New Mexico winning straight-up, we like Wyoming at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Cowboys?</h3><p>Wyoming comes into this game as 16.5 point underdogs. So far, they have gone 8-6 overall and 1-0 in conference play. In their last game, they were able to pull out a close 75-73 win over San Jose State.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Cowboys are just 1-4 and have lost four straight games away from home. Over their last ten road games, they have gone just 2-8. So far, they have been the underdog in nine of their 14 games.</p><p>Wyoming has an ATS record of 4-8 this season and they are 1-4 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 10 road games, the Cowboys have gone just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Wyoming's over/under record this season is 7-5 and the average scoring total in their games is 147.6 points. Today's over/under line of 154.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (146.2). So far, 10 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 151 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Cowboys' offense concluded with 75 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 74.9 points per contest. The top scorer for the Cowboys was Sam Griffin with 23 points, while Oleg Kojenets also added 18 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Currently, the Cowboys' defense holds the 181st rank in the nation, allowing 73.0 points per game. Wyoming's three-point defense is currently 100th in the country at 6.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.6% of their shots vs. Wyoming.</p><h3>Can New Mexico Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The New Mexico Lobos come into today's game with a record of 12-2 and are favored by 16.5 points. So far this season, the Lobos are a perfect 7-0 at home and have an average scoring margin of +21.0 points per game at home.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games at home, New Mexico is an impressive 9-1. In their last game, the Lobos lost to Colorado State by a score of 76-68. This season, New Mexico has been favored in 11 of their 14 games and have gone a perfect 11-0 as the favorite.</p><p>As the favorite this season, New Mexico has an ATS record of 9-2. At home, their ATS mark is 6-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Lobos have gone 8-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for New Mexico games is 5-8 and the average scoring total in their games is 151.9 points. Today's over/under line of 154.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (154) and there have been more games (8) that have finished with fewer points than today's OU line than games (5) with more points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 0-2 and the average scoring total is 142 points.</p><p>The New Mexico offense is coming off a game in which they scored 68 points vs. Colorado State. Overall their field goal percentage was 46.7% while connecting on 8 threes. One area that the New Mexico offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 36th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 46%.</p><p>At this time, the Lobos' defense is positioned 92nd in the country, permitting 67.8 points per game. New Mexico's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Colorado State offense to knock down 49% of their shots on their way to putting up 76 points.</p>

Wyoming Cowboys vs New Mexico Lobos Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redhawks versus the Lancers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. This Western Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and California Baptist is favored to win by -4.5 at home vs. Seattle.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-71 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist 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 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redhawks Make it Happen in Riverside?</h3><h3>Seattle Redhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seattle’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-9 after a 71-69 home loss to Nicholls on Monday. The Redhawks were -10 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Seattle trailed 35-32 at halftime but managed to outscore Nicholls 37-36 in the second half. However, it wasn’t enough to pull off the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Seattle Redhawks put up 69 points, shooting 42% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 17 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48%, and they connected on 74.1% of their free throws, going 20 of 27 from the line.</p> <p>Byron Ireland led the way with 19 points on 7 of 10 shooting, while Trae English added 13 points and 5 assists. Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe contributed 12 points and 9 rebounds, and Brayden Maldonado hit 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 21 of 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, also at a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Seattle's defense conceded 7 threes on 17 attempts, with opponents hitting 41%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20 for 74%. Seattle allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored California Baptist?</h3><p>California Baptist fell to 7-7 on the season after a 71-63 loss to UC Irvine on Monday, December 30th. The Lancers, who were +3.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this home game.</p> <p>Despite leading 29-25 at halftime, California Baptist allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The combined points of 134 fell short of the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>California Baptist put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They connected on 6 of 7 free throws, good for 85.7%, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, dishing out 14 assists as a team.</p> <p>Bent Leuchten led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Adam Moussa also contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Dominique Daniels Jr. added 19 points despite shooting just 28.6% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p><p>California Baptist gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 makes on 33 two-point shots, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lancers' defense saw the other team hit 9 of 27 attempts, good for 33%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 6, an 85% success rate. California Baptist allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Jaguars and Tigers game? Catch the action at H&PE Arena in Houston, TX, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on SWAC. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Texas Southern as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Southern Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at H&PE Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Texas Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</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 Southern Shock Everyone at H&PE Arena?</h3><h3>Southern Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern fell to 2-8 on the season after a 77-43 road loss to Nebraska on Monday. Entering the game as +22 point underdogs, the Jaguars not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Southern trailed 39-15 at halftime and managed 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The game’s total points (120) were under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Southern struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 43 points while shooting 25.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 26.9%, and they hit only 12.5% of their three-point attempts, going 3-for-24 from deep.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was also a problem, as they connected on just 37.5% of their attempts. They did manage to grab 17 offensive rebounds and dish out 10 assists. Connor Essegian led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Southern's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field on 26 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 of 23 shooting, which is 56%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern's opponents hit 13 of 30 shots, good for 43%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 12, or 66%. Southern gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Southern fell to 0-10 on the season after a 69-65 loss to Abilene Christian on Saturday. The Tigers, who were +9.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-35 at halftime, Texas Southern tightened up defensively, holding Abilene Christian to 27 points in the second half while scoring 30 themselves. The total points for the game came in under the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Texas Southern put up 65 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.3%. They connected on 35.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-14 from deep, and hit 73.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 19.</p> <p>Leonardo Bettiol led the way with 22 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 56.2% from the field. Quion Williams added 21 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 53.3% of his shots. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 42.9% rate.</p><p>Texas Southern's defense gave up 69 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 55% of their attempts (25/45).</p> <p>However, Texas Southern did well in defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 14% (3/21). The opposing team also went 10/15 from the free-throw line, and Texas Southern gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Eagles and Highlanders game? Catch the action at Donald N. Dedmon Center in Radford, VA, as the Highlanders hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. Winthrop is favored by -1.5 in this Big South conference contest against Radford. The game's over/under currently sits at 151.5 points.</p><h3>WINTHROP EAGLES VS RADFORD HIGHLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Radford Highlanders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Donald N. Dedmon Center at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Highlanders.</li><li>Not only will Radford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Eagles Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Winthrop improved to 8-5 on the season with a 95-76 win over USC Upstate on Thursday. The Eagles, who were -15 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Winthrop led 41-39 at halftime before pulling away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Spartans 54-37. The total points for the game reached 171, surpassing the O/U line of 165.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points on 60.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.1%, thanks in large part to their 75.7% shooting on two-point attempts (28/37). They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 31.6% of their threes (6/19), and shot 67.7% from the free-throw line (21/31).</p> <p>Kelton Talford led the way with 25 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 81.8% from the field (9/11). K.J. Doucet added 22 points and 11 boards, hitting 72.7% of his shots (8/11). Kasen Harrison dished out 7 assists to go along with 14 points, while Andrew McConnell knocked down 3 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Winthrop's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 60% from the field. The Eagles had particular trouble defending inside, where they allowed 28 of 37 two-point attempts to fall, a 75% success rate for the other team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Winthrop's defense was more effective, holding the opponent to 31% shooting on 6 of 19 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 21 shots for 67%. The Eagles also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Highlanders?</h3><p>Radford’s season record dropped to 8-6 after a 76-58 road loss to High Point on Thursday. The Highlanders entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Radford trailed 36-23 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Radford's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 58 points on 39.6% shooting from the field. They hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 16 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>On the inside, they shot 40.5% on two-point attempts, while also grabbing 13 offensive rebounds. D'Maurian Williams led the team with 15 points, shooting 60% from three, while Kezza Giffa added 14 points despite shooting just 30.8% overall.</p><p>Radford's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, including 51% on two-point attempts (15/29). The Highlanders also allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, a 41% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Radford's opponent went 7/10, hitting 70% of their shots. The Highlanders also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Aggies face off at 9:00 ET on MWN. The Aggies are hosting the game at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum in Logan, UT. The over/under for this game is set at 156.5 points, and Utah State is favored by -22.5 vs. Fresno State in a Mountain West conference matchup.</p><h3>FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS VS UTAH STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Even though we have Utah State winning straight-up, we like Fresno State at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Fresno State Have A Chance at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs dropped to 4-10 on the season after a 103-89 loss to New Mexico on Tuesday. Fresno State was a +14.5 underdog but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Fresno State trailed 53-36 at halftime but put up a fight in the second half, scoring 53 points while allowing 50. The total points for the game reached 192, well over the pre-game O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Fresno State put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field and 45.5% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.7%, and they connected on 67.7% of their free throws, going 21 for 31.</p> <p>C.J. Noland and Mustapha Amzil each scored 23 points, with Amzil hitting 4 of 6 from deep. Zaon Collins added 20 points, shooting 72.7% overall and making his only three-point attempt. Donovan Dent contributed 18 points and 6 assists, while Elijah Price grabbed 11 rebounds, and Nelly Junior Joseph pulled down 12 boards.</p><p>Fresno State's defense struggled, giving up 103 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 43% from the field. They conceded 19 two-point baskets on 45 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fresno State allowed 10 threes on 22 attempts, a 45% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 21 free throws, shooting 67%. Fresno State gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Aggies Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Utah State improved to 12-1 on the season with a 69-64 road win over Nevada on Tuesday. The Aggies entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-28 at halftime, Utah State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Nevada 41-31. The combined points for the game finished at 133, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Utah State put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 52.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They hit 61.5% of their two-point attempts and 40% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-20 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 72.2%, making 13 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>The Aggies dished out 18 assists, with Mason Falslev contributing 5 assists and 14 points on 6-of-10 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three. Ian Martinez led the team with 17 points, while Nick Davidson and Tucker Anderson each added 16 points. Davidson also grabbed 12 rebounds and handed out 4 assists.</p><p>Utah State's defense held their opponent to 64 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (24/57). They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, giving up a 50% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Utah State's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 23 attempts, a 30% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Braves game? Catch the action at Davey L. Whitney Complex in Lorman, MS, as the Braves hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on HBCU. This Southwestern Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and Alcorn State is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Jackson State.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS ALCORN STATE BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alcorn State Braves -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Davey L. Whitney Complex at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALCORN STATE BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Alcorn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough in Lorman?</h3><h3>Jackson State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jackson State fell to 0-13 on the season after a 79-73 loss to California Baptist on Saturday. The Tigers, who were +14 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Jackson State led 34-33 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game went over the 142.5 O/U line, with a combined 152 points.</p><p>Jackson State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They hit 28.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 21 attempts, while shooting 46.5% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, going 15 of 17 for an 88.2% success rate.</p> <p>Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Martel Williams and Dorian McMillian each shot 60% from the field, with Williams hitting 3 of 5 from deep and McMillian connecting on 2 of 3. Daeshun Ruffin also added 20 points, though he struggled from three, making just 2 of 10 attempts. Kendal Coleman contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Jackson State's defensive efforts, they gave up 79 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. Inside the arc, Jackson State allowed 54% shooting, as the other team went 17/31 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Jackson State did manage to limit three-point damage, holding their opponents to just 5/22 shooting from deep, or 22%. However, they sent the other team to the line 36 times, where they connected on 83% of their free throws. Jackson State also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Alcorn State Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Alcorn State Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Alcorn State fell to 0-12 on the season after a 91-74 road loss to UAB on Sunday, December 22nd. Despite being +22.5 point underdogs, the Braves managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>Alcorn State trailed 50-31 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring UAB 43-41 after the break.</p><p>Alcorn State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, thanks in large part to their 52.4% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 21 attempts. They were perfect from the free-throw line, going 9 for 9.</p> <p>Keionte Cornelius led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 10 threes. Bradley Ezewiro was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5, while Christian Coleman and Yaxel Lendeborg both shot 6 for 8, with Lendeborg adding 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</p><p>Alcorn State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 67% of their two-point attempts, going 23/34 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alcorn State's opponent shot 32%, making 8 of 25 attempts. The Braves also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 21, shooting 91%.</p>

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the 13-19 Philadelphia 76ers will take on the 13-21 Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The 76ers are currently favored by 7.5 points and are on a two-game losing streak.</p>

<p>This Eastern Atlantic division matchup can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-114 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Philadelphia Shock Everyone at Barclays Center?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 13-19 on the season after a 139-105 road loss to the Warriors on Thursday. Philadelphia entered the game as +4 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 34 points. The total score of 244 points exceeded the O/U line of 219.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia fell behind early, trailing 35-19 after the 1st quarter. They played the Warriors evenly in the 2nd quarter, with both teams scoring 33 points. However, Golden State pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the 76ers 35-26, and continued to dominate in the 4th, winning the quarter 36-27.</p><p>In their loss to the Warriors, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting 42% from the field and hitting just 9 threes at a 29% clip. Joel Embiid led the way with 28 points and 14 rebounds, scoring 15 of his points in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Paul George added 19 points, making 3 threes at 50% efficiency, while Tyrese Maxey contributed 14 points, despite shooting just 30.8%. Ricky Council scored 9 of his 12 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The 76ers struggled defensively against the Warriors, giving up 139 points in the loss. Philadelphia allowed at least 33 points in every quarter, including 35 in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Golden State shot 60% from the field.</p> <p>The Warriors hit 22 threes at a 56% clip. Philadelphia sent Golden State to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. The 76ers recorded 27 defensive rebounds, 11 steals, and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Nets improved to 13-21 on the season with a 113-110 win over the Bucks on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 223 narrowly missed the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Brooklyn jumped out to a 30-23 lead after the 1st quarter and extended their lead to 66-54 at halftime. A 10-0 run helped them close the gap from 73-56 to 73-66. The Nets entered the 4th quarter with a 94-85 lead but were outscored 25-19 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Bucks, the Nets shot 43.2% from the field and hit 12 threes at a 30.8% rate. Cameron Johnson led the way with 26 points, knocking down 6 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Cam Thomas added 24 points, with 12 coming in the 1st quarter. D'Angelo Russell also scored all 11 of his points in the 2nd period.</p><p>The Nets gave up 110 points but still managed to win on Thursday, holding the Bucks to 23 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 4th. Brooklyn allowed 31 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Overall, the Nets held Milwaukee to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn did a great job defending the three, as the Bucks made just 11 threes on 29% shooting. The Nets also sent Milwaukee to the line 28 times, where they made 19 free throws. Defensively, the Nets grabbed 37 rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals.</p>