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<p>The over/under line is set at 42 points as the Falcons, who are -123 on the money line and -1.5 point favorites, host the Saints at 1:00 ET on Sunday, September 29th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. This week four NFC South matchup is being televised on FOX. The Saints' record and the Falcons' record are not included.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS SAINTS VS ATLANTA FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Saints +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, September 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Saints winning this one by a score of 23 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Saints winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Saints Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Despite holding a 3-0 lead at halftime, the Saints ended up losing 15-12 to the Eagles, dropping their season record to 2-1. New Orleans missed a good opportunity to score in the 3rd quarter, and the Eagles took the lead in the 4th with a touchdown. The Saints did manage to take a 12-7 lead with just over two minutes left in the 4th quarter, as Derek Carr connected with Chris Olave for a touchdown. However, the Eagles quickly responded with a touchdown of their own, and the Saints couldn't recover.</p><p></p><p>Heading into the game, the Saints were 2.5-point favorites, and the over/under line was set at 49 points. With a combined total of 27 points, those who bet the under came out on top. The Saints' early 3-0 lead came from a 36-yard field goal by Blake Grupe in the 1st quarter.</p><p>Alvin Kamara was limited to just 87 yards on 26 carries, as the Saints managed only 89 yards on the ground in their 15-12 loss to the Eagles. New Orleans' passing game struggled, with Derek Carr throwing for just 142 yards on 14 completions. Carr's one touchdown went to Chris Olave, who finished with 86 yards receiving.</p><p></p><p>The Saints' offense as a whole gained only 130 yards through the air. They finished with just 12 first downs and allowed 460 yards to the Eagles. New Orleans' offense couldn't get much going, going 3.3 yards per attempt on the ground and converting 46.2% of their third down attempts.</p><p>In their 15-12 loss to the Eagles, the Saints' defense allowed 172 rushing yards on just 25 attempts, including a long 82-yard touchdown run by Jalen Hurts. Despite this, they did not allow a single completion in the passing game. The Saints' defense forced the Eagles to finish with a 0.0% completion percentage, although Hurts did throw for 288 yards and the Eagles had the last laugh with the win.<p></p>New Orleans' defense also came away with four sacks and one interception. The Saints allowed the Eagles to convert on 42.9% of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Will The Falcons Win At Home Over The Saints?</h3><p>Despite leading 14-13 at halftime, the Falcons lost 22-17 to the Chiefs, dropping their record to 1-2. Atlanta initially took the lead with a touchdown from Kirk Cousins to Drake London in the first quarter. However, the Chiefs tied it up in the 2nd quarter, and the Falcons added one more touchdown from Cousins to Kyle Pitts before halftime.</p><p></p><p>In the 3rd quarter, the Falcons' offense stalled, and the Chiefs took the lead for good with a touchdown and field goal from Harrison Butker. Atlanta did manage a field goal in the 4th quarter, but they were unable to complete the comeback. The Falcons were +3 point underdogs and lost both straight-up and against the spread. The combined 39 points was below the over/under line of 46.5 points.</p><p>The Falcons' offense managed 82 yards on the ground from 25 attempts in their 22-17 loss to the Chiefs. Atlanta's passing game, led by Kirk Cousins, put up 229 yards through the air. Cousins completed 20 of 29 passes for 230 yards, with one touchdown and one interception.</p><p></p><p>Drake London was the top receiver for Atlanta, with 67 yards and a touchdown. The Falcons had 19 first downs and went 2 of 9 on third down in the game.</p><p>In their 22-17 loss to the Chiefs, the Falcons' defense allowed 217 passing yards, with Kansas City completing 0 passes. However, they did give up two passing touchdowns. The Falcons' run defense allowed 128 yards on 33 attempts, with Kansas City finishing with 345 total yards. Atlanta forced one interception and held the Chiefs to a 42.9% conversion rate on third down. The Falcons also struggled to generate pressure, finishing with no sacks and a -6 differential in tackles for loss.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Golden Panthers and Roadrunners game? Catch the action at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, FL, as the Roadrunners hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, FIU is favored by -1 against Bakersfield. The over/under for the game is 147.5 points.</p><h3>FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners +1</p><p>This game will be played at Alico Arena at 11:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Roadrunners.</li><li>Not only will Bakersfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</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 Golden Panthers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>FIU’s season hit a bump on Monday, November 18th, with a 75-70 loss to Howard. The Golden Panthers, who were -4 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 35-35 tie at halftime, FIU was outscored 40-35 in the second half. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 156 O/U line.</p><p>FIU's offense managed 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 29 attempts for a 17.2% rate, while connecting on 60% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Cameron Shockley-Okeke was a standout, scoring 21 points in 23 minutes, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 87.5% overall. Anwar Gill contributed 6 assists, and the team finished with 15 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>FIU's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, FIU's opponents hit 8 of 22 threes, shooting 36%. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, a 76% clip. FIU gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Bakersfield Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Bakersfield Roadrunners Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Roadrunners picked up a 74-56 win over Fresno State on Saturday, November 16th. Bakersfield, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread in this one.</p> 

<p>After leading 38-33 at halftime, the Roadrunners tightened up defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The game’s total points (130) fell under the O/U line of 150.</p><p>The Roadrunners put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 50% of their attempts.</p> <p>Corey Stephenson led the way with 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Jemel Jones added 13 points in just 12 minutes, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 56 points, Bakersfield allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 30 of 65 attempts. The Roadrunners' defense struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent hitting 49% from inside the arc, going 24 for 49.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense allowed 6 made threes on 16 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 50%. The Roadrunners gave up 19 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

FIU Golden Panthers vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Nuggets (-455) will travel to Austin to take on the Spurs (+351) in a Western Conference matchup. Denver is currently favored by 9.5 points, and the over/under is set at 221.5.</p>

<p>San Antonio (14-52) has lost two straight, while Denver (46-20) has won four in a row. The Nuggets are second in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 15th.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Center at 8:30 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-105 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with Nikola Jokic points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Nuggets Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>Denver is 30-34 against the spread this season and has covered in four straight road games. Today, they are favored by 9.5 points and have gone 25-29 ATS as the favorite.</p>

<p>The Nuggets have won four straight games on the road and have a road record of 19-14. On average, they are outscoring their opponents by 0.4 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Nuggets are in 2nd place with a record of 46-20. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 25-14 and 6-5 against teams in their division. In non-conference games, they are 21-6.</p>

<p>Denver's O/U record for the season is 25-39-2, and their games have averaged 225.1 points per game. Today's O/U line is 221.5, which is lower than their season average of 227.3.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Nuggets beat the Heat by a score of 100-88. They were favored by 3.5 points going into the game and covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 217.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with the Spurs, the Nuggets are one of the best shooting teams in the NBA, ranking fourth in field goal percentage at 49%. However, they have struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 36% of their three-point attempts.</p>

<p>In terms of scoring, Denver is averaging 114.8 points per game, which is 15th in the league. On the road, they have scored 110.6 points per game compared to 118.9 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Nuggets are 28th in the NBA at 96.2 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are fourth in the league with 29.2 per contest.</p><p>On defense, the Nuggets come into the game ranked 7th in the league in points allowed at 110.3 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 109.3 points per contest (29th). In the terms of takeaways, Nuggets are causing 11.8 turnovers per game, ranking 5th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 11th in rejections, averaging 5.5 blocked shots each game.</p><h3>Can San Antonio Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Antonio's O/U record for the season is 33-32-1, and their last two games have gone under the posted totals. Today's O/U line is 221.5, and the Spurs have played to an average of 232.2 points per game this season.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Spurs are currently in 15th place with a record of 14-52. In the Southwest Division, they are in 5th place (1-11 vs. division opponents).</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Spurs are 33-33 for the season and have covered the spread in their last two road games. At home, they are 15-15 ATS, and 29 of their 45 games as underdogs have finished with a lower scoring margin than today's line of -9.5.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Spurs lost to the Rockets by a score of 103-101. They were 3.5-point underdogs going into the game, and the O/U line was 221.5.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with the Nuggets, the Spurs are 22nd in the NBA in scoring at 112.3 points per game. At home, they are averaging 114.3 points per game.</p>

<p>San Antonio's offense is 3rd in the league in pace at 101 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 24th in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Spurs are 15th in made threes per game but just 27th in three-point shooting percentage. Overall, they are 19th in two-point shooting percentage.</p><p>On defense, the Spurs come into the game ranked 25th in the league in points allowed at 119.9 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 109.3 points per contest (14th). San Antonio's defense is currently forcing 14.3 turnovers per game, which is 27th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 3rd in blocked shots, with an average of 6.3 rejections per game.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/15/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Sycamores face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Sycamores are hosting the game at Hulman Center in Terre Haute, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana State as the -16 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154 points.</p><h3>CHICAGO STATE COUGARS VS INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago State Cougars +16</p><p>This game will be played at Hulman Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Sycamores.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana State winning straight-up, we like Chicago State at +16.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cougars Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Chicago State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Chicago State fell to Eastern Kentucky 86-66 on Tuesday, November 19th, in a home game where they entered as +6.5 underdogs. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>The Cougars trailed 47-34 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 32 points while allowing 39.</p><p>Chicago State put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. They hit 36% of their threes (9/25) and 41.7% of their two-point attempts (15/36), while connecting on 64.3% of their free throws (9/14).</p> <p>Gabe Spinelli and Jackson Holt each scored 15 points, with Holt hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Devontae Blanton added 14 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3%, while Yvens Paul was perfect from the field, going 5/5 for 11 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 86 points, Chicago State's defense held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, including 41% on two-point attempts (15/36). They also allowed 9 made threes on 25 attempts, a 36% clip.</p> <p>The Cougars sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 9 free throws (64%). Chicago State limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Sycamores Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Indiana State picked up a 94-84 road win over Ball State on Saturday, November 16th. The Sycamores entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-36 at halftime, Indiana State exploded for 58 points in the 2nd half while holding Ball State to 45. The game’s total points reached 178, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Indiana State's offense put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 44.4% of their threes (12/27). Their effective field goal percentage was 60.7%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 26 of 29 attempts (89.7%).</p> <p>Camp Wagner led the way with 19 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while K'mani Doughty was perfect from deep, going 3 for 3 and finishing with 17 points. Samage Teel dished out 11 assists to go along with his 14 points.</p><p>Indiana State's defense gave up 84 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to 38% shooting from the field. The Sycamores allowed 22 field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Defensively, Indiana State conceded 15 two-point field goals on 33 attempts (45%) and 7 three-pointers on 24 attempts (29%). They also sent their opponent to the line 46 times, where they converted 33 free throws (71%).</p>

Chicago State Cougars vs Indiana State Sycamores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Stags game? Catch the action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT, as the Stags hosts this showdown at 2:30 ET on ESPN+. Yale comes into this non-conference matchup as the -10.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 140 points.</p><h3>YALE BULLDOGS VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena at 2:30 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Yale improved to 3-1 on the season with an 86-64 win over Stony Brook on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were -9 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 142.</p> <p>Yale took control early, leading 48-28 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they scored 38 points while allowing 36, maintaining their lead throughout.</p><p>Yale's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 86 points with a 50.7% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58%, and they connected on 45% of their threes, hitting 9 of 20 attempts. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 7 of 16, for a 43.8% rate.</p> <p>John Poulakidas led the way with 22 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three, where he hit 4 of 6. Nick Townsend and Joe Octave each added 18 points, with Townsend also grabbing 9 rebounds and dishing out 5 assists. Yale finished with 22 assists as a team and pulled down 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Yale's defense gave up 64 points, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 22 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they held their opponent to 37% shooting, as they made just 13 of 35 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the other team hit 9 of 18 attempts, shooting 50%. Yale also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 11, shooting 68%. The Bulldogs limited offensive rebounds, allowing just 5.</p><h3>Will Fairfield Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield dropped a 67-61 decision to Drexel on Tuesday, November 19th, in a home game where they were slight favorites (-1). The Stags failed to cover the spread, and the total points of 128 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-21 at halftime, Fairfield made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Drexel 40-34, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>In their last game, the Fairfield Stags struggled offensively, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 28 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.8%, and they connected on only 46.2% of their free throws, making 6 of 13 from the line.</p> <p>Shane Blakeney led the Stags with 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range. Yame Butler added 14 points, hitting 5 of 6 shots, while Louis Bleechmore, Prophet Johnson, and Kobe MaGee each contributed 12 points, with MaGee hitting 3 of 5 threes.</p><p>Even though Fairfield allowed 15 offensive rebounds, their defense held strong, limiting their opponent to 67 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Stags were effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 25% (7/28).</p> <p>Fairfield also kept their opponent off the free-throw line, where they shot 6/13 (46%). Inside the arc, the opponent managed 17/39 shooting, good for 43%.</p>

<p>The UFC will return to Las Vegas this weekend after a terrific international event, and there is plenty of hype and excitement surrounding this sport. Another Fight Night is set to take place this weekend, and there are some big bouts that will be taking place in Las Vegas.</p>



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<p>The heavyweight division is going to be a major focus this weekend as that will be the main event of the night in Las Vegas. This bout will feature Jairzinho Rozenstruik taking on Shamil Gaziev in what should be an electric main event.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Gaziev is actually the betting favorite in this event at -160, but that also means that the betting odds at +140 for Rozenstruik are extremely tight. Since these are two heavyweight fighters that are trying to get to a championship bout, that is going to put some added pressure on each fighter.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Gaziev might be the betting favorite this weekend, but there is more value in betting on Rozenstruik. This event is going to come down to a decision, and it’s best to look at the value and bet on the underdog in this matchup.</p>



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<p>Most UFC Fight Nights tend to feature a co-main event, and that is going to be the case this weekend in Las Vegas. It will be Vitor Petrino taking on Tyson Pedro, and this is not a bout that has tight betting lines.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Petrino has had a ton of success in coming up in the Contender Series and Dana White is protecting his own in this bout. Pedro has had some big fights throughout his career, but he always tends to come up short when it matters the most.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Looking for value and upsets is always a goal when betting on UFC matchups, but that shouldn’t be the case in this one. Petrino is going to have a massive following in Las Vegas in this matchup and he will come up with a big win.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-one-potential-upset-pick">One Potential Upset Pick</h2>



<p>Looking for the biggest upset of the night should always be your focus when betting on UFC, and there is one option that really stands out. This is going to come in one of the last fights of the night as Alex Perez is a big betting underdog against Muhammah Mokaev.</p>



<p>Even though this event really stands out as a great chance to cash in on an upset, there could still be a great battle brewing between the two fighters. Perez is a significant underdog in this bout even though he has proven that he can win big fights throughout his career.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Both of these fighters are going to be going for a knockout punch early in this matchup, and that means that one big blow can end the fight. Taking Perez at +290 is the way to go in this fight, and it’s also a result that will come with a great payout to set the stage for the rest of the night.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There are going to be some other underdogs to consider, but betting on Alex Perez is the top option to explore.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Quakers and Cougars game? Catch the action at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 131.5 points, and the Cougars are favored to win at home against the Quakers.</p><h3>PENN QUAKERS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn Quakers +26</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN QUAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-66 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like Penn at +26.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Houston Possible for the Quakers?</h3><p>Heading into their 14th game of the season, Penn enters with a record of 8-5 this year. Looking at their performance in the past ten road games, Penn has gone 3-7 on the road, dating back to last season. Heading into today's game, Penn holds a 4-6 ATS record. Over their last five games, the team is 2-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Penn's games have, on average, featured 150.6 points per game leading to an over/under record of 6-4-0. Their average over/under line is currently 145.1 points so far. When analyzing the Quakers' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 158 points per game and an over/under record of 3-1.</p><p>In their previous game, the Quakers' offense finished with 78 points, which is right in line with their current average of 80.9 points per contest. Currently leading the team in scoring is Clark Slajchert who comes into today's matchup averaging 18.8. Tyler Perkins also heads into the game with a PPG average of 14.9.</p><p>Currently, the Quakers' defense holds the 148th rank in the nation, allowing 71.6 points per game. So far, the Penn defense is giving up an average of 7.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.8 times per game (520th).</p><h3>Can Houston Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>After 12 games, Houston boasts a perfect 12-0 overall record. In their last ten games at home, which includes last year, Houston has a stellar 9-1 record. As Houston enters today's game, their ATS record stands at 6-5. Over their last five matchups, the team is 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Houston comes in with an over/under record of 3-8-0 through 12 games, with their games averaging a combined 126.5 points per game so far. Looking at the Cougars' last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 with their games averaging 129 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, Houston offense put up 72 points against Texas State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 43.3% and made 4 threes. On the offensive front, the Cougars have a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, ranking 281st nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 168th in terms of percentage and 128th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Cougars' defense is positioned 1st in the country, permitting 50.0 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.3 threes per game vs. Penn. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 26.4%.</p>

Penn Quakers vs Houston Cougars Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

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<p>Betting on today's Aggies and Runnin' Rebels game? Catch the action at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV, as the Runnin' Rebels hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on MWN. The over/under for this game is set at 141.5 points, and UNLV is favored by -12 against New Mexico State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES VS UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico State Aggies +12</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Runnin' Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have UNLV winning straight-up, we like New Mexico State at +12.</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 New Mexico State Shock Everyone at Thomas & Mack Center?</h3><h3>New Mexico State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Aggies dropped their latest game on Wednesday, falling 74-53 to the Flyers on the road. Entering the game as +15.5 point underdogs, New Mexico State failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-28 at halftime, the Aggies struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Mexico State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 53 points on 36.4% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, with two-point shooting at 39.5% and three-point shooting at 29.4% (5/17). The Aggies also hit only 57.1% of their free throws, going 8/14 from the line.</p> <p>Nate Santos led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 6 of 10 from beyond the arc. Peter Filipovity added 15 points, making both of his three-point attempts, and Robert Carpenter chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>New Mexico State's defense gave up 74 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Aggies' defense allowed 17 made two-pointers on 31 attempts, a 54% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they gave up 10 threes on 27 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. Their opponents also went 10/18 from the free-throw line, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Are the Runnin' Rebels Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>UNLV improved to 3-1 on the season with an 80-59 win over Pepperdine on Wednesday. The Runnin’ Rebels were -14.5 point favorites at home and covered the spread, while the game’s total points (139) came in under the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNLV dominated the first half, leading 46-17 at the break, but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own.</p><p>UNLV's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points with a 49.1% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, thanks in large part to their 50% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 24 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 16 of 19 shots, good for 84.2%.</p> <p>Stefan Todorovic led the way with 19 points, despite struggling from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Brooklyn Hicks added 16 points, shooting 63.6% from the field, while Jeremiah Cherry was efficient, scoring 14 points on 5 of 7 shooting. Dedan Thomas Jr. was perfect from three, hitting all 3 of his attempts and finishing with 13 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Despite UNLV's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 59 points. The Runnin' Rebels allowed 49% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 26 of 53 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNLV's opponent shot 50%, making 12 of 24 three-point attempts. They also went 16/19 from the free-throw line, shooting 84%.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wings and Avalanche game? Catch the action at Ball Arena in Denver, CO, as the Avalanche hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on TNT. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Avalanche are favored by -1.5 vs. the Red Wings in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, March 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>With the Avalanche being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Avalanche.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Red Wings (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Detroit Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Red Wings have gone 33-22-6 and are currently in 6th place in the Eastern Conference. In conference games, Detroit has gone 17-17 and is in 4th place in the Atlantic Division.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Red Wings have gone 6-4 and have lost two straight games. On the road, Detroit has won three straight games and has gone 15-12-1 this season.</p></p><p>On the season, the Red Wings have a puck line record of 36-25, including going 5-5 over their last ten games. On the road, Detroit has a puck line record of 17-11.</p>

<p>So far this year, the Red Wings have 19 wins by multiple goals and 14 losses by multiple goals. In their last three road games, the team's puck line record is 2-1.</p> <p>Games involving Detroit have an average of 6.7 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.4. In terms of their over/under performance, the Red Wings come in with a record of 34-27-0.</p><p>In their last three road games, Detroit has averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 1. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Red Wings are averaging 3.5 goals per game this season, putting them in the 5th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 26th in the league. So far this year, the Red Wings are 11-6 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 22-15 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Detroit's current leading scorer is Dylan Larkin. This season, he has 26 goals, which puts him 27th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 28 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche are currently 16th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.5 shots per game against Colorado. They also are 8th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Alex Lyon comes into the game having made 29 starts this season. So far, his record is 18-10 and he has a save percentage of 0.741%.</p><h3>Will the Avalanche Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Avalanche have been dominant, going 24-6-0, and they come into this game having won two straight at home. In the Western Conference, Colorado is in 4th place and 3rd in the Central Division.</p>

<p>Overall, the Avalanche have a record of 38-20-5, and they have gone 35-14-5 when favored this season. Over their last ten games, Colorado has gone 6-4, and they are 3-2 in their last five games.</p></p><p>At home, the Avalanche have a puck line record of 19-11 this season and an average scoring margin of +1.7 goals per game. Overall, Colorado has gone 30-33 against the puck line, including a mark of 27-27 when favored.</p>

<p>So far, the Avalanche have won 29 games by multiple goals compared to just nine wins by one goal. In their last 10 games at home, Colorado's puck line record is 6-4, and their average scoring differential as the favorite is +1 goal per contest.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Colorado is 6.8. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.3. The Avalanche come in with an over/under record of 35-26-2.</p><p>The Red Wings are 2-1 puck line in their three last road games and 3-0 straight-up.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Avalanche are averaging 3.7 goals per game this season, putting them in the 1st spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 4th in the league. This season, the Avalanche are 24-10 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 11-9 record.</p><p>Colorado's leading goal scorer is Nathan MacKinnon. So far this season, he has 39 goals, placing him 4th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 66 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche are currently 16th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.5 shots per game against Colorado. They also are 8th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Alexandar Georgiev gets the start and has made 49 starts this season. His record at this point is 31-15, and his save percentage is 0.981%.</p>

Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 3/6/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Flames and Redbirds face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Redbirds are hosting the game at CEFCU Arena in Normal, IL. The over/under for this game is set at 134.5 points, and Illinois State is favored by -4.5 vs. UIC in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CEFCU Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Redbirds.</li><li>Not only will Illinois State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Flames Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>UIC comes into this game with an overall record of 8-15. They have lost eight games in a row and have gone 1-11 in Missouri Valley Conference play. On the road, the Flames are 3-8 this season, and they are 4-5 when they are the underdog.</p>

<p>In their last game, UIC lost to Southern Illinois by a score of 74-71. Over their last 10 road games, the Flames have gone 3-7, and they have lost their last six games away from home.</p><p>As the underdog this season, UIC has gone 6-7 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-6 and their last three road games have resulted in an 0-3 ATS mark.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for UIC games is 8-14 and today's line of 134.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (139.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2. So far, 10 of their games have finished with less points than today's OU line of 134.5.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the UIC offense tallied 71 points in a matchup against Southern Illinois. Their field goal percentage for the game was 44.4%, and they made 6 threes. The top scorer for the Flames was Isaiah Rivera with 28 points, while Christian Jones also chipped in with 8 points.</p><p>So far, the Flames' defense is ranked 92nd in the country at 68.7 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, UIC's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.2% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 28.6% this season.</p><h3>Can Illinois State Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Illinois State will be looking to bounce back from a 73-60 loss to Bradley. The Redbirds are 7-5 at home this season, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 home games.</p>

<p>Overall, Illinois State is 11-12, and they are 5-7 in Missouri Valley Conference play. They have been the favorite in 10 games this season, and they have gone 6-4 in those contests.</p><p>Overall this season, Illinois State has an ATS record of 9-13. At home, their ATS mark is 6-6. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Redbirds are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 134.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Illinois State's games this season (140). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 121 points.</p><p>Most recently, the Illinois State offense finished with just 60 points vs. Bradley. For the game, they hit 8/16 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 43.1%. Leading the team in scoring is Darius Burford, who is averaging 13.2 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Myles Foster also maintains a PPG average of 10.8 heading into game.</p><p>Illinois State's defense has been playing well, ranking 82nd nationally, with 67.8 points allowed per game. Against Bradley, the Redbirds' defense gave up 73 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Bradley only made 8 free-throws.</p>

UIC Flames vs Illinois State Redbirds Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>The Tar Heels and Rainbow Warriors are set to face off at 12:30 ET on ESPN2. The Rainbow Warriors will host the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. North Carolina is the -15.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Hawaii. The over/under for the game is set at 153 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 12:30 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>North Carolina dominated the Eagles on Friday, November 15th, with a 107-55 win at home. The Tar Heels, who were -25 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 162 exceeded the O/U line of 150.</p> <p>After leading 43-34 at halftime, UNC’s defense stepped up, allowing just 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 64 points themselves.</p><p>North Carolina's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 107 points on 59% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.6%, thanks in large part to their 74.4% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 7 of 22 threes, good for 31.8%, and they were solid at the free-throw line, connecting on 28 of 34 attempts for 82.4%.</p> <p>Jalen Washington and Elliot Cadeau both scored 18 points, with Washington going a perfect 6 for 6 from the field. Cadeau also added 8 assists. Matt Rogers contributed 15 points and 7 rebounds, while Seth Trimble and RJ Davis each added 13 points, with Trimble shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, the Tar Heels couldn’t slow down their opponent, who scored 55 points while shooting 59% from the field. North Carolina struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing 29/39 shooting for 74%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tar Heels gave up 7 threes on 22 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. Their opponent also capitalized at the free-throw line, hitting 28/34 for 82%. North Carolina allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rainbow Warriors Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Rainbow Warriors picked up a 73-68 win over Weber State on Sunday, November 17th. Hawaii was favored by 6 points going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the over/under line of 134.</p> 

<p>Hawaii found themselves trailing 38-31 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half. They held Weber State to just 19 points after the break while scoring 26 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Blaise Threatt and Tanner Christensen combined for 52 points in Hawaii's recent game, with Threatt scoring 27 and grabbing 9 rebounds, while Christensen shot 90.9% from the field, finishing with 25 points. As a team, Hawaii shot 43.1% overall, with a 20% mark from three-point range, hitting just 3 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Hawaii's effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, converting 65% of their 40 attempts. The team recorded 12 offensive rebounds and 14 assists, with Threatt adding 3 assists to his standout performance.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field on 22 of 51 attempts. Inside the arc, Hawaii allowed 19 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% success rate. At the free-throw line, Hawaii's opponents shot 65%, making 26 of 40 attempts. Hawaii also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina Tar Heels vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Bruins game? Catch the action at TD Garden in Boston, MA, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Bruins are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Bruins winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>The Bruins should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Blue Jackets Make it Happen in Boston?</h3><p>Columbus dropped to 6-9-2 after a 7-2 road loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6.5 goals. The combined 9 goals easily surpassed that number.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, giving up five goals in the first period. Damon Severson scored their first goal at 19:11 in the second period, but the game was already out of reach by then.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the 1st period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the 2nd.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and couldn't capitalize on any power play opportunities. Adam Fantilli picked up his 4th assist on Severson’s goal, and Sean Monahan now has 5 assists after contributing on Labanc’s 2nd-period goal.</p><p>Defensively, Columbus had a tough outing in their last game, allowing 7 goals on just 22 shots from Washington. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets also struggled early, giving up the first five goals of the game, all in the first period. They allowed two more late goals, one at 4:51 in the second period and another at 18:34 in the third.</p><h3>Will the Bruins Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Boston moved closer to .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 8-9-3. The Bruins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell well short of the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held strong, limiting the Kraken to 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Boston took 33 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 2-0 win over Seattle. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd, which came on a power play.</p> <p>Both goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following up at the 10:03 mark. The Bruins recorded 16 offensive giveaways.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, allowing 0 goals to the Kraken. Goalie Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves, posting a 100% save percentage, while the Bruins' defense added 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks. Boston's defense will look to carry that momentum into their next game against the Rangers.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hawkeyes versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 154 points, and Michigan State is favored to win by -10 at home vs. Iowa.</p><h3>IOWA HAWKEYES VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes +10</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Iowa at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Iowa Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Despite being just 2-7 on the road this season, Iowa has been the underdog in 10 of their 26 games. As the underdog, the Hawkeyes are just 2-8, and they have lost three straight games away from home.</p>

<p>Most recently, Iowa fell to Maryland by a score of 78-66. Over their last 10 road games, the Hawkeyes are just 3-7, and they are 15-11 overall.</p><p>Against the spread, Iowa has struggled this season with a 9-16 record. On the road, they are just 3-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Hawkeyes have gone 3-7 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 4-6 in their last 10 games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Iowa games is 16-9, and today's line of 154 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (160.1). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 164 points, and the over/under record in their games over their last 10 games is 5-5.</p><p>The Iowa offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 66 points versus Maryland. During the game, they attempted 22 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 40.6%. Offensively, the Hawkeyes have a season long field goal percentage of 47%, which is 54th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 234th in percentage and 283rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Hawkeyes' defense is positioned 303rd in the country, permitting 78.3 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.8 threes per game vs. Michigan State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 35.5%.</p><h3>Can the Spartans Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Michigan State will be looking to extend their win streak to four games when they host Iowa on Tuesday. The Spartans are 17-9 overall and 9-6 in Big Ten play, and they have been especially tough at home, going 14-4 and winning their last 10 games at the Breslin Center.</p>

<p>For the season, Michigan State has been favored in 20 of their 26 games, going 15-5 in those contests. They have a scoring differential of +14.8 points per game at home, compared to -2.8 on the road.</p><p>Against the spread, Michigan State has gone 12-6 at home this season and 16-10 overall. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Spartans are 7-3 vs. the spread and they are 9-1 in their last 10 home games.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Michigan State games is 12-14 and today's line of 154 is higher than the average OU line in their games (141.7). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 151 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Michigan State offense ended with 73 points against Michigan. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 42.9% and made 2 threes. In terms of offense, the Spartans have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 61st in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 83rd in percentage and 276th in three-pointers made.</p><p>This season, the Michigan State defense has been impressive, holding the 38th position in the country while permitting an average of 65.8 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Michigan State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.9% this season.</p>

Iowa Hawkeyes vs Michigan State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction 2/20/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Horned Frogs and Bears game? Catch the action at Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with Baylor being favored by -4.5 at home against TCU.</p><h3>TCU HORNED FROGS VS BAYLOR BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baylor Bears -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Foster Pavilion at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BAYLOR BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Baylor pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Horned Frogs Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>TCU will be looking to build on their 14-5 record when they take on Baylor as 4.5-point underdogs. So far, the Horned Frogs have gone 5-2 on the road, and their average scoring margin in those games is +8.3.</p>

<p>TCU is coming off a win against Oklahoma State, and over their last 10 road games, they have gone 6-4. For the season, they have been the underdog three times, and their record in those games is 1-2.</p><p>As the underdog, TCU has an ATS record of 2-1 this season and an overall ATS mark of 11-8. On the road, the Horned Frogs are 5-2 vs. the spread and have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games ATS as the visitor.</p><p>TCU's over/under record this season sits at 10-9, and the average scoring total in their games is 151.3 points. So far, their average over/under line is 149.6, and today's line of 150.5 is close to that mark. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>Against Oklahoma State, the TCU had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 82.5 points per game. They scored 74 points and posted a field goal percentage of 52.6% in the game. The top scorer for the Horned Frogs was Emanuel Miller with 21 points, while Micah Peavy also chipped in with 16 points.</p><p>At present, the Horned Frogs' defense is nationally ranked 92nd, allowing 68.8 points per game. In their previous game vs. Oklahoma State, the Cowboys finished with a field goal percentage of 41% and a total of 69 points vs. TCU.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Baylor as Home Favorites</h3><p>After losing their last two games, Baylor will look to get back on track as they host TCU. So far this season, the Bears have been perfect at home, going 11-0.</p>

<p>On the year, Baylor has gone 14-4, including a 3-2 record in Big 12 play. Their average scoring margin at home is +23.6 compared to -2.8 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite, Baylor has an ATS record of 9-4 this season and an overall ATS mark of 11-6. At home, the Bears have gone 9-2 vs. the spread and are 8-2 in their last 10 games as the favorite.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Baylor is 9-8 and today's line of 150.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (149.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Baylor offense tallied 73 points in a matchup against Texas. Their field goal percentage for the game was 47.9%, and they made 11 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Ja'Kobe Walter with 22 points. Jalen Bridges also added 17 points for the Bears.</p><p>Currently, the Bears' defense holds the 96th rank in the nation, allowing 69.2 points per game. So far, the Baylor defense is giving up an average of 7.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.7 times per game (456th).</p>

TCU Horned Frogs vs Baylor Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

<p>There are a few interleague matchups on the MLB slate for Wednesday, including Rockies vs. Twins. This game is set to get started at 1:10 PM ET from Target Field in Minneapolis. The Rockies are +204 on the money line, while the Twins are the heavy favorite at -248, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>BSN will be televising Wednesday's Rockies vs. Twins matchup, and the Rockies are currently 5th in the NL West with a record of 24-43. As for the Twins, they are 3rd in the AL Central and have a record of 35-32.</p><h3>COLORADO ROCKIES VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Rockies Moneyline +204</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 1:10 ET on Wednesday, June 12th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROCKIES VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rockies winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Rockies vs Twins series. Colorado went into the matchup as +175 underdogs and squeaked out a 5-4 win. Both teams scored two runs in the first inning, and the Twins could only muster two more runs in the 7th inning. As for the Rockies, they scored the game's go-ahead run in the 9th, and Tyler Kinley closed things out.</p>

<p>Ryan McMahon and Ezequiel Tovar each homered for the Rockies, while Byron Buxton went deep for the Twins. Buxton finished the game 2/4 with two RBIs.</p>

<p>Cal Quantrill pitched well for the Rockies in this one, going six innings and striking out five without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Caleb Thielbar took the loss for Minnesota out of the bullpen. </p>
<h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 24-43, the Rockies are 5th in the NL West and trail the Dodgers by 17.5 games for the division lead. So far, they have gone just 9-14 against other teams in the NL West. The Rockies have dropped seven games in the standings to the Diamondbacks, and they are currently 17.5 games behind the Dodgers for the division lead.</p>

<p>Colorado has not been good on the road this year, going 11-26 compared to 13-17 at home. As the underdog, the Rockies have posted an 24-43 mark this year, and they have yet to be favored in a game. The Rockies' overall series record is 4-15-2, and they are just 3-7 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Rockies win, they do so by an average of 2.9 runs per game, but when they lose, it's by an average of 4.1 runs per game. They are 34-33 against the run line this season, including 19-18 on the road and 15-15 at home. They have yet to be a favorite in any game this season.</p><p>The Colorado Rockies are on the road against the Minnesota Twins today. The Rockies have played in 66 games with over/under lines this season, and 45 of those games have had lines set higher than 8 runs. Their games have averaged 9.6 runs per game, and their over/under record is 34-32 overall. When the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 5-3.</p><p>Colorado is sending left-hander Austin Gomber to the mound today as he gets the start on the road vs. the Twins. Gomber has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 1-3 with an ERA of 3.38. Looking at his overall numbers, Gomber has a WHIP of 1.20 and has turned in five quality starts. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up four earned runs in five innings of work. Before that, he had gone three straight starts without giving up a home run. Gomber's ERA on the road is 4.30 compared to 3.16 at home.</p><p>Over the past seven games, Ezequiel Tovar has been swinging a hot bat for the Rockies, going 9/29 with three homers and seven RBIs. This has helped him move into the team lead with 31 RBIs while batting .292 for the season. Tovar's 11 homers is also the best mark on the team and 11th best in the league. Elias Diaz has also been a consistent hitter for the Rockies this season, batting .303 with five homers.</p>

<p>As a team, the Rockies are 23rd in scoring at 4 runs per game, and they have been even worse on the road at just 3.6 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .245, which is 8th in the league, and their team on-base percentage of .305 is 14th in the MLB. Colorado's team isolated power of .133 is 19th in the league.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota will host the Rockies today with an overall record of 35-32, putting them nine games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. So far, they have gone 15-11 in AL Central matchups. The Twins are looking to bounce back, as they have dropped seven of their last ten games.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins are 17-14 this season and have gone 18-18 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 42 games, going 26-16 in those matchups. As for their games as the underdog, the Twins are 9-16 this year. Minnesota's overall series record is 11-8-2, but they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>Despite having an average run differential of zero, the Twins are just 30-37 against the run line this season. They have been a better bet on the road, going 18-18 against the run line, while they are just 12-19 at home. Minnesota has been favored in 42 games this season, going 18-24 against the run line, while they are 12-13 as the underdog.</p><p>The Minnesota Twins are playing at home today against the Colorado Rockies. The over/under line for today's game is set at 8 runs, which is slightly below their combined run average of 8.7 runs per game. The Twins have an over/under record of 29-36 this season, and their average over/under line is 8 runs per game. When the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 4-10-2. So far this season, 40.3% of their games have had over/under lines set above 8 runs, while 35.8% have been set below that mark.</p><p>Pablo López will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Yankees, as he gets the start for the Twins today. In that start, which came on June 6th, he took the loss after giving up seven earned runs in just four innings of work. Looking back over his last four starts, López has given up at least six earned runs in three of them. The only exception was his outing vs. the Astros on May 31st, where he gave up just one earned run in seven innings of work. López's ERA for the season is 5.45, and his record is 5-6.</p><p>Carlos Santana and Ryan Jeffers are the Twins' top home run hitters this season, but both have struggled in terms of batting average, with Santana hitting just .221 and Jeffers at .232. However, Jeffers does lead the team with 36 RBIs and is 10th in the league with 12 homers. Willi Castro has been a solid all-around hitter for the Twins, batting .252 with four homers and 17 RBIs.</p>

<p>Carlos Correa has been hot at the plate for the Twins, batting .385 over his last seven games, including one homer and seven RBIs. Royce Lewis and Carlos Santana have also gone deep in two of their last six games. Lewis is batting just .227 in that stretch, while Santana is at .273.</p>

Colorado Rockies vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 6/12/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks (-119) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves (-102) in a non-conference matchup. The Bucks are favored by 1 point, and the over/under line is currently 228.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are looking to break losing streaks, as the Timberwolves (35-26) have dropped two straight, while the Bucks (33-18) have lost their last two as well.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -1</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-116 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with Giannis Antetokounmpo points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Minnesota Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>In Minnesota's games this season, the average over/under line is 222.9, which is lower than today's line of 228.5. The Timberwolves have gone 25-26 on the O/U this season.</p>

<p>Minnesota's last game vs. the Bulls had a combined score of 252 points, which easily went over the O/U line of 217. The Timberwolves lost the game by a score of 129-123.</p>

<p>Against the spread, Minnesota is 25-25 this season and has covered the spread in two straight games as the underdog. Today, they are getting one point as the underdog.</p>

<p>Out of Minnesota's 51 games, they have been the underdog in 10 of them. As the underdog, they have a scoring differential of -2.6 points per game. Overall, they are 35-16 and are in 2nd place in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>Minnesota's Western Conference record is 24-8, and they are 11-8 against non-conference opponents. On the road, the Timberwolves are 16-11 compared to 19-5 at home.</p><p>So far this season, the Timberwolves have been an above-average offensive team, ranking 22nd in points per game at 113.1. When playing on the road, they have averaged 113.5 points per game compared to 112.7 at home.</p>

<p>Minnesota's offense has been efficient overall, ranking 8th in field goal percentage (48%). They have also been one of the most accurate three-point shooting teams in the league, hitting 39% of their attempts (2nd).</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Timberwolves are 25th in the NBA at 97.5 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are 17th, averaging 26.3 per contest.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Timberwolves defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 25.5% of their games. Currently, they are 1st in the NBA at 107.1 points per game allowed. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Timberwolves squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 50.5% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 35.4% from downtown.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks are favored by 1 point at home today against the Timberwolves. This season, Milwaukee has been favored in 46 of their 51 games and has a record of 33-13 as the favorite.</p>

<p>Despite being favored in all but five games, the Bucks have an ATS record of just 19-32. At home, they are 10-16 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +6.5 points per game.</p>

<p>On the season, the Bucks have an O/U record of 28-23, and the under has hit in their last five games. Today's O/U line of 228.5 is lower than their season average of 239.9.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Bucks lost to the Suns by a score of 114-106. The O/U line for that game was 242.5, and the Bucks were 6-point underdogs going into the game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Bucks are 33-18 this season, which is good for 2nd place in the Central Division and 3rd in the Eastern Conference.</p><p>At home, the Bucks are averaging 125.6 points per game, which is 2nd in the league. Overall, they are 2nd in scoring at 123.3 points per game. They have outscored the NBA scoring average in 74.5% of their games.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, Milwaukee is 2nd in the league at 101.9 possessions per game. They are also 2nd in field goal percentage at 49%. From two-point range, they are 2nd in the NBA at 58%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Bucks are 6th in the league at 37%. They are 5th in made three-pointers per game at 14.2. In terms of free throws, Milwaukee is 2nd in both attempts and makes.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Bucks' defense is giving up an average of 119.8 points per game. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA league average in 66.7% of their games. Inside the arc, the Bucks defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 54.9% and 34.6% from three-point territory.</p>

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