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<p>The Redbirds and Cowboys are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN. The Cowboys will host the game at Sports and Fitness Center in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands. The over/under for this game is set at 137 points, and McNeese State is favored by -10.5 against Illinois State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sports and Fitness Center at 3:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Illinois State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Redbirds Grab a Win in Saint Thomas?</h3><p>Illinois State picked up an 85-75 road win over Ohio on Tuesday, November 12th. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, the Redbirds not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Illinois State led 40-37 at halftime and outscored Ohio 45-38 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p><p>Illinois State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 61.2%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71.4%, thanks in part to their 52.6% shooting from beyond the arc (10/19) and 66.7% shooting inside the arc (20/30). They also knocked down 93.8% of their free throws, going 15/16 from the line.</p> <p>Dalton Banks led the way with 23 points, shooting 57.1% from the field, while AJ Brown added 20 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Caden Boser was perfect from the field, going 6/6 overall and 4/4 from three in just 17 minutes of action. The Redbirds finished with 14 assists and 5 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's defense conceded 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Can the Cowboys Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State picked up a 68-61 win over North Texas on Monday, November 18th. The Cowboys were at home and entered the game as -3.5 point favorites, covering the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>McNeese State led 32-19 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 129, just over the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>McNeese State managed 68 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.8%, with a strong 57.7% from two-point range, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 23.5% on 4-of-17 shooting.</p> <p>The Cowboys made 26 of 39 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Sincere Parker led the team with 18 points, despite shooting 1-of-6 from three-point range. Quadir Copeland was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3 and finishing with 11 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Even with McNeese State sending them to the line 39 times, the Cowboys couldn’t capitalize, hitting just 26 free throws for a 66% rate. From the field, they shot 44%, making 19 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>McNeese State struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on only 4 of 17 three-point attempts for 23%. They were more effective inside, shooting 57% on two-point attempts, going 15 for 26.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the Miami Heat (6-7) will host the Dallas Mavericks (9-7) in a non-conference matchup. Miami is currently favored by 3 points and has a moneyline of -146. The over/under line for this game is 221.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are currently in the playoff picture in their respective conferences. The Mavericks are 9th in the West, while the Heat are 6th in the East. Dallas has won 4 straight games coming into this one.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -3</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 146-108 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 9-7 on the season after a 123-120 win over the Nuggets on Friday. Dallas, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total score of 243 points went over the pre-game O/U line of 229.</p> <p>Dallas took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Denver 40-22, but the Nuggets responded with a 13-0 run, narrowing the gap from 81-64 to 81-77. Heading into the 4th with a 95-89 lead, the Mavericks held on despite being outscored 31-28 in the final period.</p><p>Naji Marshall's 26 points on 73.3% shooting, including 3 threes at 75%, led the Mavericks to a win over the Nuggets. P.J. Washington added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving contributed 19 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the field.</p> <p>Dallas shot 50.5% overall, hitting 10 threes at a 37% clip. Marshall scored 10 points in the 2nd quarter, while Irving added 13 of his 19 in the same period. Washington finished strong with 9 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks had their best quarter in the 2nd, holding the Nuggets to 22 points, but struggled in the 3rd, giving up 36. Overall, they allowed 120 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Dallas sent Denver to the line 29 times, where they made 19 free throws. The Mavericks also gave up 15 threes on 51% shooting. They finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Heat Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Miami moved to 6-7 on the season with a 106-89 win over the 76ers on Monday. The Heat, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 195 points fell well short of the 212.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-25 after the 1st quarter, Miami turned things around by winning the 2nd quarter 28-23. A key 11-0 run broke a 62-62 tie, and they dominated the 3rd quarter 35-16 before edging out the 76ers 18-17 in the 4th.</p><p>Jimmy Butler's 30-point, 10-rebound performance on 66.7% shooting led the Heat to a win over the 76ers, despite the team's overall shooting struggles. Miami shot just 41.4% from the field and 29.5% from three-point range, hitting 13 threes in the game.</p> <p>Tyler Herro added 18 points, with 16 coming in the 3rd quarter, while Duncan Robinson contributed 13 points, 8 of which also came in the 3rd. Butler scored 11 points in the 1st quarter and added 8 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Heat's defense locked down the 76ers after the 1st quarter, allowing just 56 points over the final three quarters in their 106-89 win. Miami gave up 33 points in the 1st but tightened up, allowing 23 in the 2nd, 16 in the 3rd, and 17 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Heat held the 76ers to 41% shooting, including just 24% from three-point range, with Philadelphia hitting only 10 threes. Miami also sent the 76ers to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws. The Heat dominated the boards, giving up just 2 offensive rebounds, while also recording 10 steals.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>The Blue Raiders and Braves are set to face off at 5:30 ET on ESPN. The Braves will host the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 146.5 points, with Bradley being favored by -5.5 over Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bradley Braves -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 5:30 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BRADLEY BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Bradley pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Blue Raiders Secure a Win at Conway?</h3><p>Middle Tennessee picked up a 95-88 road win over South Florida on Friday, November 22nd. The Blue Raiders, who entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Middle Tennessee took control early, leading 51-33 at halftime. However, they allowed 55 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the pre-game O/U line of 145.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a 57.6% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.8%, thanks in part to their 52.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Jestin Porter led the way with 26 points, shooting 75.0% overall and 66.7% from three-point range. Jamille Reynolds was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots and finishing with 17 points in just 22 minutes of action.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Blue Raiders allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 17/27.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Middle Tennessee's opponent shot 38%, making 10 of 26 three-point tries. The Blue Raiders also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 24 free throws for 88%.</p><h3>Do the Braves Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley picked up a 77-74 road win over Wright State on Friday, November 22nd. The Braves were -6 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 151, exceeding the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Bradley turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 42 points while holding Wright State to 37 points.</p><p>In their latest game, the Bradley Braves put up 77 points, shooting 52.7% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.8%, with a strong 58.8% shooting on two-point attempts. They also connected on 10 of 15 free throws, hitting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>Brandon Noel led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range and shooting 62.5% overall. Zek Montgomery also knocked down 3 of 4 from deep, finishing with 19 points. Darius Hannah and Ahmet Jonovic were both efficient inside, each going 5 for 6 from the field and grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Bradley’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley’s defense allowed 9 threes on 19 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws (73%). Bradley gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Beacons game? Catch the action at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN, as the Beacons hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Valparaiso as the -6.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</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 Eastern Illinois Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Eastern Illinois Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Panthers fell 78-69 to DePaul on Tuesday, November 19th. Despite being heavy +18.5 point underdogs, Eastern Illinois kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-25 at halftime, the Panthers scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p><p>Eastern Illinois put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 46.7% of their threes (7/15). At the free-throw line, they excelled, making 16 of 17 attempts for a 94.1% success rate.</p> <p>Kooper Jacobi led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 56.2% overall and 40% from three. Jacob Meyer added 16 points, connecting on 5 threes at a 45.5% rate. David Skogman was efficient, hitting 66.7% from the field and 60% from three, finishing with 11 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Illinois gave up 78 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 15 threes on 39 attempts, a 38% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Eastern Illinois’ opponents hit 17 of 23 attempts, shooting 73%. The Panthers also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Beacons Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Valparaiso picked up a 77-64 win over Lindenwood on Thursday, November 21st. The Beacons were at home and entered the game as -9.5 favorites.</p> 

<p>Valparaiso led 39-32 at halftime and maintained their lead by scoring 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The combined points of 141 fell just short of the 145 O/U line.</p><p>Valparaiso put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, with a strong 54.1% shooting on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they hit 86.4%, going 19-of-22.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the way with 22 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Markeith Browning II added 20 points, hitting 2-of-4 from deep, while Jadis Jones contributed 17 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Valparaiso's defense gave up 64 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 54% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Valparaiso's defense held the opposition to 30% shooting, as they made 6 of 20 attempts. The Beacons also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 86%.</p>

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Valparaiso Beacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

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<p>The Nebraska Cornhuskers and Illinois Fighting Illini open up the college football season with an early afternoon showdown in the Big10 on Saturday afternoon. Illinois is coming off a disappointing season, going 2-6 in the conference, losing their last three games of the season. Nebraska did not fare much better, going 3-5.</p>



<p>Nebraska comes in as the <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/football/">favorite at -7 (-108)</a> with Illinois at +7 (-112). Illinois defeated Nebraska the last time these two teams met, winning 41-23 on November 21, 2020. However, the Cornhuskers are 6-2 in the last eight meetings.</p>



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<p>The Cornhuskers enter with an impressive ground attack that should help them dominate this game. Quarterback Adrian Martinez is not a dynamic QB who will lead this team to numerous victory, but they do have a solid ground game and an exceptional offensive line that should be very difficult for Illinois to try to stop.</p>



<p>That better be the case for Nebraska, as coach Scott Frost is on the hot seat after going 12-20 through his first three seasons in Lincoln. He will need to get this team back to elite status if he is going to be on the sidelines in Lincoln in 2022.</p>



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<p>The Cornhuskers could be missing Markese Stepp who transferred from USC. He was expected to be a big addition, but a toe injury suffered in fall Has not healed properly.</p>



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<p>In last season’s victory over Nebraska, the Fighting Illini road the legs of two running backs who each gained over 100 yards in the contest. Both of those backs return, which should give Illinois a solid ground attack to go along with the play of Brandon Peters. Peters also shined in last season’s contest, completing 72% of his passes for 205 yards and a TD. The offense should star in this game.</p>



<p>Head Coach Lovie Smith is gone, with Bret Bielema taking the reins. Smith never was able to get the Illini to live up to expectations, and so it will be up to Bielema to try to turn this program around. That is a tall order in a division that boasts Wisconsin and Iowa.</p>



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<p>Illinois enters this contest healthy, which is good news for a struggling defense. There is not a lot of talent to slow down this Nebraska running attack, so it is going to be up to the offense to keep this team in the game.</p>



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<p>No one understands the pressure he is under better than Scott Frost. This is the kind of game he simply has to win if he is going to keep his job, and a loss this early in the season is going to have fans clamoring for him to be let go.</p>



<p>Illinois should have some success moving the ball, but they have no defense. They will not be able to do anything against that Nebraska offensive line, which is going to be the difference in this game.</p>





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<h2><strong> Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Total Pick</strong></h2>



<p>Points have not been an issue when these teams have met recently. In the last three meetings the teams have combined to score at least 64 points in each of those contests, including 89 scored back in 2018. There may not be as much offensive firepower in this contest, as they are playing each other earlier than in any of the previous eight meetings, but the offenses should still be able to put up some points. Neither defense is very good, so the offenses should have their way. Look for at least 60 to be scored in this game.</p>





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Nebraska vs. Illinois Odds, Pick, Prediction 8/28/21

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Rams face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams are hosting the game at Ryan Center in Kingston, RI. The over/under for this game is set at 158.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Charleston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>CHARLESTON COUGARS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at Ryan Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Cougars Chances in Kingston</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston picked up a 76-61 road win over The Citadel on Wednesday, November 20th. The Cougars were -12 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the 15-point victory.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 41-27 at halftime, but the 2nd half was more even, with Charleston scoring 35 points and allowing 34. The game’s total points were 137, falling short of the O/U line of 145.</p><p>Charleston's offense was fueled by their inside game, shooting 70.3% on two-pointers in their last outing. They finished with a 55.6% field goal percentage overall, despite hitting just 4 of 17 from deep (23.5%).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic was a force, scoring 22 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, shooting 10 of 12 from the field. Lazar Djokovic added 20 points, hitting 8 of 10 shots, while Keynan Davis and Brody Fox each contributed 17 points.</p><p>Charleston's defense was solid, holding their opponent to 61 points on 39% shooting from the field. They gave up 15 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 57% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston allowed 9 threes on 35 attempts, with their opponent shooting 25% from deep. They also sent them to the line 7 times, where they hit 4 free throws, a 57% rate. Charleston conceded 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rams Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rhode Island picked up a win on Wednesday, November 20th, as they defeated Lafayette 86-72 at home. The Rams entered the game as -15.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 147.</p> 

<p>Rhode Island led 40-27 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 45 points after the break, which kept the game closer than expected.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.4%, with a strong 69.4% shooting inside the arc, though they struggled from three, hitting just 4 of 20 attempts (20%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60%, making 24 of 40 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists, with Sebastian Thomas contributing 23 points and 9 assists, while David Green added 17 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They particularly had trouble defending inside, where the opposing team hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 25/36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rhode Island held their opponent to just 20% shooting, with only 4 made threes on 20 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 40 times, where they converted 24 of those attempts for 60%.</p>

Charleston Cougars vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>The Scarlet Knights and Owls are set to face off at 1:00 ET on CBSS. The Owls will host the game at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA. Rutgers is favored by -12 in this non-conference contest against Kennesaw State. The game's over/under currently sits at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +12</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Scarlet Knights?</h3><p>Rutgers improved to 3-0 on the season with a 74-63 win over Merrimack on Wednesday. The Scarlet Knights were -19.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 137, just over the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>Rutgers led 37-30 at halftime and matched that output in the 2nd half, scoring another 37 points while allowing 33. While they got the win, the Scarlet Knights will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Rutgers put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc (7/17). Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a two-point shooting mark of 41.9% (18/43). At the free-throw line, they connected on 73.9% of their attempts (17/23).</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 9 of 15 shots, including 2 of 4 from three. Adam Clark added 22 points and 6 assists, shooting 10 of 19 from the field. Dylan Harper contributed 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p><p>Defensively, Rutgers held their opponent to 63 points on 41% shooting from the field, with 25 made baskets out of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point field goals on 43 attempts, which is also 41% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rutgers gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from deep. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 attempts, good for 73%. Rutgers allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Kennesaw State?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Owls picked up a 84-78 home win over Abilene Christian on Wednesday, November 20th. Kennesaw State entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 162, surpassing the O/U line of 157.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-40 at halftime, the Owls tightened up defensively, allowing just 36 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 themselves.</p><p>Kennesaw State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 53.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 63.4%. They shot 60% from two-point range and 43.8% from beyond the arc, while also hitting 80.5% of their free throws, going 33-for-41 from the line.</p> <p>Simeon Cottle led the way with 22 points and 4 assists, despite shooting just 38.5% from the field. Quion Williams added 19 points and 6 rebounds, while Leonardo Bettiol contributed 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting. Jamil Miller was highly efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots for 17 points and grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Kennesaw State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Owls allowed 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's opponent hit 7 of 16 three-point attempts, shooting 43%. The Owls also sent them to the free-throw line 41 times, where they converted 33 free throws, an 80% success rate.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Kennesaw State Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Badgers? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV. Pittsburgh is the -2 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Wisconsin. The over/under for the game is set at 148 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PANTHERS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wisconsin Badgers +2</p><p>This game will be played at The Greenbrier at 5:30 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WISCONSIN BADGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Badgers.</li><li>Not only will Wisconsin pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Pittsburgh improved to 4-0 on the season with a 74-63 road win over LSU on Friday, November 22nd. The Panthers were -7.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 137, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>After trailing 28-27 at halftime, Pittsburgh turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while holding LSU to 35. The Panthers’ strong 2nd half performance was key to the win.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 86.4% of their attempts, and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 57.1% from three. Ishmael Leggett added 21 points, while Cameron Corhen and Jalen Reed each contributed 14 points, with Corhen shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>Pittsburgh's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 37% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (17/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh limited their opponent to 5/21 shooting, or 23%. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 14 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Will Wisconsin Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Wisconsin Badgers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wisconsin picked up an 86-70 win over UCF on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game where they were favored by 5 points. The Badgers covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 156 went over the O/U line of 147.</p> 

<p>Wisconsin took control early, leading 46-31 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they scored 40 points while allowing 39, maintaining their lead and securing the win.</p><p>Wisconsin put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 62.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 32.3% of their threes (10/31). At the free-throw line, they made 75%, going 12/16.</p> <p>The Badgers dished out 21 assists, with John Blackwell leading the way with 17 points on 6/10 shooting, including 2/4 from three. Kamari McGee was efficient, hitting 5/6 overall and 3/4 from deep, finishing with 14 points in 19 minutes. Nolan Winter contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 5/8 from the field.</p><p>Wisconsin's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled, with opponents hitting 62% of their two-point attempts, going 22/35.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wisconsin's defense held the other team to 32% shooting, as they made 10 of their 31 attempts. The Badgers also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12, shooting 75%. Wisconsin allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Pittsburgh Panthers vs Wisconsin Badgers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bears and Panthers face off at 5:00 ET on FloC. The Panthers are hosting the game at John Gray Gymnasium in George Town, Cayman Islands. The odds for this non-conference game currently have High Point as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 143.5 points.</p><h3>MISSOURI STATE BEARS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: High Point Panthers -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Gray Gymnasium at 5:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HIGH POINT PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will High Point pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Missouri State picked up a 78-68 win over UT Arlington on Tuesday, November 19th. The Bears, who were +1 underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 146, just under the O/U line of 151.</p> <p>After trailing 37-34 at halftime, Missouri State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Mavericks 44-31.</p><p>Missouri State's offense put up 78 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.6% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, but they made up for it by hitting 85.3% of their free throws, going 29-for-34 from the line.</p> <p>Jaxon Ellingsworth led the way with 19 points, while Zaxton King added 18. Jalen Hampton was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots and grabbing 12 rebounds. The Bears also pulled down 13 offensive boards and finished with just 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Missouri State's defense held their opponent to 68 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (22/57). They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 42 attempts (40%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 33%, making 5 of 15 three-point attempts. Missouri State also sent them to the line 34 times, where they hit 29 free throws (85%). The Bears gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will High Point Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>High Point Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>High Point picked up an 80-73 win over American on Monday, November 18th. The Panthers were at home and entered the game as -14 point favorites.</p> 

<p>High Point led 39-29 at halftime, but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The Panthers didn’t cover the spread, and the total points of 153 went over the O/U line of 137.</p><p>High Point's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 56.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They connected on 62.2% of their two-point attempts and hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-14 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they converted 76.2%, hitting 16 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Abdoulaye Thiam led the way with 22 points on 9-of-10 shooting, while D'Maurian Williams added 21 points, hitting 3-of-4 from deep. Elijah Stephens also had a strong performance, scoring 19 points on 9-of-11 shooting. Geoff Sprouse contributed 16 points, knocking down 4-of-7 from three-point range.</p><p>High Point's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, High Point's opponent hit 6 of 14 threes, shooting 42%. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, a 76% rate. High Point gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Missouri State Bears vs High Point Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Lakers and Falcons game? Catch the action at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, CO, as the Falcons hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on MWN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 129 points, and Air Force is favored by -10 vs. Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS AIR FORCE FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Air Force Falcons -10</p><p>This game will be played at Clune Arena at 4:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AIR FORCE FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-60 in favor of the Falcons.</li><li>Not only will Air Force pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Mercyhurst Pull Off A Win at Clune Arena?</h3><p>Mercyhurst fell to Columbia 77-63 on Saturday, November 16th, in an away game. The Lakers, who were +15 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread despite the loss.</p> <p>Trailing 43-36 at halftime, Mercyhurst scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The total points for the game were 140, just under the O/U line of 145.</p><p>Mercyhurst put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49%, and they connected on 72.2% of their free throws, going 13-for-18 from the line.</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the Lakers with 21 points, hitting 5 of 9 from deep and shooting 50% overall. Aidan Reichert also shot 50%, contributing 19 points, while Jake Lemelman added 13 points, making 3 of 4 threes and shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Lakers gave up 21 two-point baskets on 58% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lakers allowed 9 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the line 13 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Falcons Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Air Force fell 78-69 to California on Thursday, November 21st. The Falcons, who were +15.5 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-27 at halftime, Air Force put up 42 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The total points for the game reached 147, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Air Force's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 51% from the field and 45.8% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They hit 11 threes in the game, with Ethan Taylor and Jeremiah Wilkinson each knocking down 5 and 2 threes, respectively.</p> <p>Taylor and Wilkinson both finished with 23 points, with Taylor shooting 69.2% from the field and 62.5% from three, while Wilkinson shot 66.7% overall and from deep. Andrej Stojakovic added 21 points, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 7 attempts.</p><p>Despite Air Force's defensive efforts, they gave up 78 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 54% from the field. The Falcons struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing a 61% success rate on 24/39 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Air Force held their opponents to 35% shooting, with 5 made threes on 14 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 free throws. The Falcons also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mercyhurst Lakers vs Air Force Falcons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

This article will not only give you the best college football betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you tips so you know how to bet on college football.
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Knowing how to bet on college football is going to be an important step, but you also need to know where you should be wagering. Choosing the right sportsbook is going to be a huge part in sports betting, especially during the college football season.

Here are six of the best college football sportsbooks to use the next time that you are wanting to wager on the sport.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Terriers versus the Vikings? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, WI. Wofford is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Portland State. The over/under for the game is set at 152.5 points.</p><h3>WOFFORD TERRIERS VS PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Terriers Make it Happen in Milwaukee?</h3><h3>Wofford Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wofford dropped a close one to Milwaukee on Saturday, November 23rd, losing 76-74 on the road. The Terriers, who were +4 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-29 at halftime, Wofford scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47. The game’s total points of 150 narrowly went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Wofford's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 64.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (6/24).</p> <p>Themus Fulks led the way with 24 points, shooting 61.5% overall and hitting his only three-point attempt. AJ McKee added 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three (2/4), while Dillon Bailey was 8/11 from the floor, finishing with 18 points.</p><p>Even with Wofford giving up 76 points, they managed to hold their opponent to 45% shooting from the field, including 29% from beyond the arc, where they hit just 5 of 17 threes. Inside the arc, Wofford's defense allowed 52% shooting, with their opponent making 21 of 40 two-point attempts.</p> <p>Wofford sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 19 for 57%. On the boards, Wofford gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Portland State Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State fell to St. Thomas (MN) 91-65 on Saturday, November 23rd. The Vikings, who were +2.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Portland State struggled early, trailing 53-21 at halftime. They improved in the 2nd half, scoring 44 points and holding St. Thomas to 38, but the early deficit was too much to overcome.</p><p>Portland State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.2% from the field and 16% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.6%, but they managed to score 65 points, thanks in part to hitting 79.3% of their free throws, going 23 for 29 from the line.</p> <p>Ben Nau led the way with 18 points, shooting 70% overall and 57.1% from three-point range, connecting on 4 of 7 attempts. The Vikings also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Even though Portland State gave up 91 points, they held the opposing team to just 32% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 15 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited the other team to 4 made threes on 25 attempts, just 16% shooting. The Vikings also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 29 times, where they hit 23 free throws, a 79% success rate.</p>

Wofford Terriers vs Portland State Vikings NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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It was right there for the taking for the Columbus Blue Jackets. They led 3-0 in an elimination game. They could have knocked off the Toronto Maple Leafs and punched a ticket to face the winner of Saturday’s Tampa Bay vs. Philadelphia game. Instead, they did what the Maple Leafs did in Game 3. They blew a three-goal lead and went on to lose in overtime.

The back-and-forth in this series has been incredible. Aaron Portzline of The Athletic Columbus <strong><a href="https://twitter.com/Aportzline/status/1291962519611940864">summed it up best</a></strong> on Twitter. Columbus scored the first two goals of the series. Toronto scored the next six. Columbus scored the next seven. Now, Toronto has scored the last four. The team that scores the last goal could very well be the one that advances.

The Maple Leafs are favored in the -145 range in the betting markets. The Blue Jackets are +125 to erase the bad taste of Game 4. How they do that is anybody’s guess. It was a slower burn for the Maple Leafs. The Blue Jackets led 3-0 with four minutes left in regulation and gave up two goals in 51 seconds and then a third with just 23 seconds left in the game.

Columbus is saying all of the right things about looking ahead and moving forward and this and that, but the reality is that they shouldn’t even have to play an extra 60 minutes in this series. They may also have a goaltender controversy on their hands.

Elvis Merzlikins took over for Joonas Korpisalo in Game 3 in a move that head coach John Tortorella said was more about sparking the team than Korpisalo’s play. Then Merzlikins got the start in Game 4 and was brilliant for 56 minutes. As the Maple Leafs scored to make it 3-1, Merzlikins was less aggressive on shooters. Columbus collapsed in front to protect him and maybe impacted his ability to make saves. Merzlikins went down too early and left the top of the net unprotected. He got too small in the net and left his legs open.

It was just a snowball effect for the Blue Jackets, who rested on their laurels after going up 3-0. It was the mark of a young, inexperienced team, but the Blue Jackets are anything but. Now, they have to rally. They’ve done it before. They did it in Game 3 and did it in Game 1 last year against Tampa Bay.

The Maple Leafs don’t have any such controversy. Frederik Andersen was fine in Game 4. He didn’t really have much of a chance on any of the Columbus goals and bounced back pretty well from the Game 3 collapse by him and his team. He didn’t see much work in the overtime period, as the play was dictated by his team, but he played big in the net when he needed to.

When the game is on the line, the best are supposed to take over. Auston Matthews did that for Toronto. He led all skaters with 10 shots on goal. He had the game winner and two assists in the third period. On the other hand, Matthews was held in check for most of the first two periods. He and John Tavares came alive late in regulation and on into the overtime period. The Maple Leafs will now have the last change for Game 5 and that could have a massive impact on what happens.

The Blue Jackets have some drama on defense as well. Dean Kukan was back in the lineup for Game 4, but he was injured during Game 3 and Columbus had to shorten the bench on the blue line. In Game 4, Zach Werenski was limited to just 21:24 of ice time. It was Seth Jones logging 33:11 and David Savard and Vladislav Gavrikov that picked up the slack with 27:41 and 29:04, respectively. Werenski missed the last nine minutes of regulation and all of overtime.

He’s a huge loss for the Jackets. He and Jones are one of the top pairings in the league and certainly one of the most underappreciated. Werenski had a wrist issue earlier in the series and there was no update on his injury on Saturday during Columbus’s media availability. He’ll go if he can and it seems clear that Columbus needs him, especially with how Matthews likes to come in the zone on the off-wing, which would be Werenski’s side.

It sure feels like Columbus had their chance and let it slip away. They have a goaltending controversy and a top-pair defenseman injured. They have gotten an excellent series from Pierre-Luc Dubois, but other guys have been missing in action. The Maple Leafs got a second life and have been the team to carry the play more often than not in the series.

It looks like Toronto will advance.

<strong>Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs (-145)</strong>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Game 5 Free Pick & Prediction

<p>The Tigers and Lobos are set to face off at 8:00 ET on MWN. The Lobos will host the game at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and New Mexico is favored by -23.5 vs. Texas Southern.</p><h3>TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Southern Tigers +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 8:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</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 Lobos.</li><li>Even though we have New Mexico winning straight-up, we like Texas Southern at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Win at Albuquerque?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Tigers dropped to 0-4 on the season after a 97-82 loss to Samford on Sunday. Texas Southern entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 51-32 at halftime, the Tigers put up a fight in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing 46. The game’s total points finished at 179, surpassing the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Texas Southern put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 45.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a strong 55.6% shooting on two-pointers (25/45). However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 16 attempts for 18.8%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Tigers were impressive, connecting on 23 of 26 attempts for 88.5%. They also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 20 assists. Duane Posey and Rylan Jones both shot 6 of 7 from the field, with Jones hitting 6 threes and adding 8 assists in just 19 minutes.</p><p>Despite Texas Southern's defensive efforts, they gave up 97 points, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. The Tigers allowed 34 made field goals on 72 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas Southern's defense struggled, as the other team hit 20 threes on 44 attempts, shooting 45%. They also sent the opposing team to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Lobos Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Lobos improved to 3-0 on the season with an 80-58 win over Grambling State on Thursday. Playing at home, New Mexico was a heavy favorite at -24.5 but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading just 30-26 at halftime, the Lobos pulled away by scoring 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 152.</p><p>New Mexico put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, and they hit 50% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Donovan Dent led the way with 22 points and 8 assists, shooting 53.8% overall and 100% from deep. The Lobos dished out 23 assists as a team, with 10 offensive rebounds, and shot 65.4% from the free-throw line.</p><p>New Mexico's defense held their opponent to 58 points, even though they allowed a 46% shooting performance on 28 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposition shot 50%, making 21 of 42 two-point tries.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent hit 7 of 18, good for 38%. At the free-throw line, they went 17 of 26, shooting 65%. New Mexico also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Texas Southern Tigers vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Great Danes and Eagles. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Eagles at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Get ready to place your bets! Albany is favored by -2 in this non-conference contest against American. The game's over/under currently sits at 136 points.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS AMERICAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +2</p><p>This game will be played at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum at 12:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-74 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will American pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Great Danes Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Albany picked up a 67-65 win over Kansas City on Saturday, November 23rd, in a game where they were +2 point underdogs. Playing at home, the Great Danes not only got the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Albany led 34-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Albany's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 47.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They connected on 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 19 threes for a 26.3% rate. At the free-throw line, they made 16 of 23 attempts, good for 69.6%.</p> <p>Anderson Kopp led the way with 20 points, shooting 42.9% from three (3/7) and adding 4 assists. Jayson Petty and Amar'e Marshall each contributed 18 points, though both shot 25% from deep (2/8). DeMarr Langford Jr. was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 16 points, while Kasheem Grady II also added 16 points, making 3 of 5 threes (60.0%).</p><p>Albany's defense gave up 65 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field. The Great Danes allowed 62% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/29 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Albany held their opponents to 26% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 19 attempts. The other team also went 16/23 from the free-throw line, shooting 69%. Albany limited them to just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Eagles Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Eagles pulled off a 64-60 win over the Roos on Friday, November 22nd. American was a +4 underdog going into the game, but they not only won, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 29-27 at halftime, the Eagles outscored the Roos 37-31 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>American's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 20 threes for 15% while shooting 41.9% overall. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.5%, but they were strong inside, connecting on 65.2% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Eagles were nearly perfect, making 25 of 27 for 92.6%. They only recorded 5 assists, with Greg Jones leading the team with 16 points, and Kasheem Grady II contributing 14 points, including 3 made threes.</p><p>American's defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field on 18 of 43 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent was efficient, hitting 15 of 23 two-point shots for 65%.</p> <p>From three-point range, American's defense was strong, limiting the opponent to just 3 of 20 shooting, or 15%. The opponent was effective at the free-throw line, making 25 of 27 attempts for 92%. American gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Albany Great Danes vs American Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blue Jackets versus the Hurricanes? The puck drops at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this Metropolitan division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Hurricanes being favored by -1.5 at home against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, April 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Hurricanes are expected to take down the Blue Jackets by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Columbus Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p><p>Through 77 games, the Blue Jackets are in 16th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 26-39-12. In the Metropolitan Division, they are 8th with a record of 6-18. On the road this season, Columbus has gone 10-20-7, and they have lost four straight games away from home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have gone 22-37-11 this season and have lost three straight games when they have been favored. Over their last ten games, Columbus has gone 3-7, and they are 3-2 in their last five games.</p></p><p>As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have a puck line record of 41-29 on the season, and they have dropped 31 games by more than one goal. So far, the team's average scoring differential sits at -0.7 goals per game.</p>

<p>On the road, Columbus has gone 21-16 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin in road games is -1.1 goals per game. In their last ten games away from home, the Blue Jackets have gone just 4-6 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Columbus is 6.5. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Blue Jackets come in with an over/under record of 36-36-5.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Columbus has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Blue Jackets are averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, putting them in the 25th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 20th in the league. Columbus' offense comes into the game ranked 32nd in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 25th in the NHL.</p><p>Columbus' leading goal scorer is Boone Jenner. So far this season, he has 22 goals, placing him 99th in the NHL. Jenner also comes into the game with 13 assists.</p><p>The Hurricanes defense is currently 32nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 25.6 shots per game against Carolina. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 2nd with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Columbus goalie Malcolm Subban comes into the game looking to get his season off to a strong start as this will be his first game for the team.</p><h3>Will the Hurricanes Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>Carolina comes into this game as the favorites in the Eastern Conference with 103 points and a record of 48-22-7. In their division, the Hurricanes are in 2nd place and have gone 15-9 against Metropolitan opponents. At home, Carolina is 26-10-4 this season and have been favored in 70 of their 77 games.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Hurricanes have gone 7-3, and they are 3-2 in their last five games. Against other Eastern Conference teams, Carolina has gone 33-14 this season. For the year, Carolina has been favored in 92% of their games, going 45-18-7 as the favorite.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Hurricanes' puck line record is 17-23, and their average scoring margin is +.8 goals per game. So far, Carolina has 31 wins by multiple goals and 17 wins by one goal.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hurricanes' puck line record is 33-44, and they have gone 2-1 against the puck line in their last three games. In their last ten home games, Carolina's puck line mark is 5-5.</p> <p>For the season, Carolina's games have finished with an average of 6 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Hurricanes have an over/under record of 30-45-2.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Columbus has an puck line record of 1-2 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 0-3 overall in these games.</p><p>The Hurricanes come into the game scoring an average of 3.4 goals per game, putting them 8th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 5th in the league. This season, the Hurricanes have a 35-19 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 11-1 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Carolina's offense is Sebastian Aho. Coming into the game he has 34 goals, ranking 21st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 52 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Hurricanes head into the game ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 25.6 shots per game against Carolina. So far, they are 2nd in shutouts, achieving 7 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Frederik Andersen gets the start and has made 14 starts this season. His record at this point is 11-2, and his save percentage is 0.381%.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 4/7/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hockey Club and Maple Leafs face off at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Maple Leafs are hosting the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 against the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Maple Leafs winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Utah Shock Everyone at Scotiabank Arena?</h3><p>Utah fell to 8-9-3 with a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed it over. Utah, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>The Hockey Club had a 2-0 lead at one point, but Vegas responded with four unanswered goals. Utah’s three goals came from three different players in the loss.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club's offense came up short in a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. They took 19 shots on goal, with Logan Cooley, Ian Cole, and Alexander Kerfoot each finding the net. Cooley's goal was his 2nd of the season, while Cole scored for the first time this year. Kerfoot added his 2nd goal of the season in the third period.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, bringing his total to 2 for the season. Cooley also contributed with his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Utah's offense struggled with 13 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will look to bounce back after allowing four unanswered goals, including the game-winner in overtime, in their previous game against Vegas. Connor Ingram made 31 saves, posting a save percentage of 88.6%. The defense added 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will the Maple Leafs Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Maple Leafs fell to 12-6-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. Toronto, the underdog on the puck line, kept the total under the pre-game line of 6 goals, with the combined score reaching just 3.</p> 

<p>Toronto trailed early, giving up a goal at 9:41 in the first period. They tied it up with 52 seconds left in the first, thanks to a power-play goal from William Nylander. The Wild secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to Minnesota. William Nylander netted his 9th of the season on a power play, with Auston Matthews picking up his 6th assist and Mitchell Marner his 12th. The Leafs took 28 shots on goal but were unable to score after Nylander’s goal, which came at 19:08 in the first period.</p> <p>Toronto had 10 giveaways in the game. After a 1-1 first period, the Leafs were shut out in the second and third periods, as well as in overtime.</p><p>Toronto's defense gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period, but they didn't allow another until 2:14 into overtime, when Matt Boldy scored the game-winner for Minnesota. Goalie Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hornets and Zips face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Zips are hosting the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Akron as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA STATE HORNETS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 3:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Not only will Akron pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hornets Have What it Takes in Akron?</h3><h3>Alabama State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hornets picked up a 77-75 win over Lamar on Saturday, November 23rd. Alabama State was -2 point favorites going into the game, and the win resulted in a push against the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-29 at halftime, Alabama State turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Alabama State put up 77 points, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 21 from deep, and went 17 for 24 from the free-throw line, good for 70.8%.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 28 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 57.1% from three, while CJ Hines added 24 points, hitting 60% of his threes. Adam Hamilton grabbed 11 rebounds, and Ja'Sean Jackson dished out 5 assists.</p><p>Alabama State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, opponents hit 8 of 21 threes, good for 38%. Alabama State also sent them to the line 28 times, where they converted 21 free throws (75%).</p><h3>Do the Zips Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Akron Zips Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Zips picked up a 92-84 win over Omaha on Saturday, November 23rd. Playing at home, Akron was favored by 11.5 points but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-36 at halftime, Akron scored 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 148.</p><p>Akron poured in 92 points in their last game, shooting 53% from the field and hitting 18 threes at a 46.2% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%, with 26 assists on 35 made field goals.</p> <p>Marquel Sutton led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, while Lance Waddles added 19 points and 10 boards. Nate Johnson contributed 18 points, shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Akron's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Zips allowed the opposing team to connect on 35 of their 66 shot attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's opponents hit 18 threes on 39 attempts, a 46% success rate. The Zips also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Alabama State Hornets vs Akron Zips NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season will close down with Monday Night Football from AT&amp;T Stadium in Arlington, so we bring you the best Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys betting pick and odds along with the latest team stats, news, and betting trends.</p>



<p>The Cowboys are listed as 3.5-point home favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>. They are -180 favorites to win straight up, while the Eagles sit at +161 moneyline odds with a total of 52.0 points. Last year, these two NFC East foes split their two-game series, and the Cowboys thrashed off the Eagles at home, 37-17, playing as 3-point home dogs.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>The Eagles struggled in their first outing at home in 2021</strong></h2>



<p>The Philadelphia Eagles (1-1; 1-1 ATS) destroyed the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, grabbing a 32-6 victory as 3.5-point road underdogs. Jalen Hurts tossed for 264 yards and three touchdowns, while the Eagles ran for 173 yards on 31 attempts.</p>



<p>However, their offense slowed down in Week 2, and Philadelphia suffered a 17-11 defeat to the San Francisco 49ers as a 3-point home dog. Hurts completed just 12 of his 23 passing attempts for 190 yards, and the sophomore QB scored the Eagles’ lone TD on a one-yard run.</p>



<p>Philadelphia allowed the Niners to hold the ball in possession for 35 minutes, although the Eagles’ ground game worked well. They racked up 151 rushing yards on 29 attacks, and Hurts had ten carries for 82 yards and a TD.</p>



<h2><strong>The Cowboys hope to stay on the winning track</strong></h2>



<p>The Dallas Cowboys (1-1; 2-0 ATS) started the new season with a couple of tough road contests. After a narrow 31-29 defeat at Tampa Bay in the opener, the Boys upset the odds in Week 2 and outlasted the Los Angeles Chargers as 3-point underdogs, 20-17.</p>



<p>Dallas finally established its ground game last Sunday. The Cowboys tortured the Chargers for a whopping 198 rushing yards on 31 attempts. Tony Pollard exploded with 13 carries for 109 yards and a TD, while Ezekiel Elliott added 16 totes for 71 yards and a TD.</p>



<p>Dak Prescott picked up where he left off in 2020. He threw for 403 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception against the reigning champions. Last weekend, Dak went 23-of-27 for 237 yards and a pick, but he led a game-winning drive that ended with Greg Zuerlein’s 56-yard field goal as time expired.</p>



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



<p><strong>Philadelphia:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-5 ATS in the last seven games against Dallas</li><li>1-6 ATS in the last seven games on the road&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Dallas:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1 ATS in the last five home tilts against Philadelphia&nbsp;</li><li>5-1 ATS in the last six games overall</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-philadelphia-eagles-vs-dallas-cowboys-pick"><strong>Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys Pick</strong></h2>



<p>The Eagles have some injury problems, as guard Brandon Brooks and defensive end Brandon Graham are both sidelined. On the other side, the Cowboys are without defensive end Demarcus Lawrence, while defensive tackle Carlos Watkins and defensive end Dorance Armstrong Jr. are both questionable for Monday’s clash.</p>



<p>Hereof, I’m expecting to see a couple of struggling defenses, and I have more faith in Dallas’ offense, especially after the Cowboys ran the ball in Week 2 like they were the Baltimore Ravens. Also, Dallas misses WR Michael Gallup, but CeeDee Lamb has been outstanding through the first two weeks, recording 15 receptions for 185 yards and a TD.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Dallas Cowboys -2.5 at -138&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>As I’ve mentioned, both teams have injury problems on the defensive end. The Eagles struggle against rushing, while the Cowboys are still trying to figure it out. Last week, Dallas gave up 408 total yards to the Chargers but picked off Justin Herbert twice.</p>



<p>The Eagles will lean on their ground game once more. Both teams should be able to move the ball easily, so I’m going with the over, though the line seems high at 52 points. The over is 6-3 in Dallas’ last nine games, while the under is 9-3 in Philadelphia’s previous 12 contests overall.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 52.0 points at -110</strong></p>

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys Odds, Pick, Prediction 9/27/21

<p>The Lions and Sharks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Sharks will host the game at Steinberg Wellness Center in Brooklyn, NY. Columbia is favored by -8.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 151.5 points.</p><h3>COLUMBIA LIONS VS LIU SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Steinberg Wellness Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</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>Is a Win at Brooklyn Possible for the Lions?</h3><h3>Columbia Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>Columbia picked up a 77-63 win over Mercyhurst on Saturday, November 16th. The Lions were at home and entered the game as -15 favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The combined points for the game were 140, falling just under the O/U line of 145.</p> 
<p>Columbia led 43-36 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Mercyhurst 34-27.</p><p>Columbia's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 77 points with a field goal percentage of 53.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 60.7%, thanks to hitting 45% from beyond the arc, going 9-for-20 from three-point range.</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the way with 21 points, connecting on 5-of-9 threes, while Aidan Reichert added 19 points. The Lions dished out 21 assists, with Kenny Noland contributing 4, and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Columbia's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 63 points. However, the Lions allowed a 53% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 30 of 56 shots.</p> <p>Columbia's defense also gave up 9 three-pointers on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they made 8 free throws.</p><h3>Does LIU Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Sharks fell to the Lancers 90-77 on Friday, November 15th. Playing on the road, LIU entered the game as +16.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 
<p>LIU trailed 47-40 at halftime and were outscored 43-37 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the LIU Sharks put up 77 points, shooting 53.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.9%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 64.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts for a 91.7% success rate.</p> <p>Offensively, the Sharks recorded just 4 offensive rebounds and 7 assists. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 27 points, despite shooting 36.0% overall and 35.7% from three. Malachi Davis added 24 points on 60.0% shooting, and Martel Williams contributed 23 points, hitting 75.0% of his shots and 50.0% from deep.</p><p>LIU struggled defensively, giving up 90 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Sharks couldn't contain the two-point attack, as they allowed 21 baskets on 37 attempts, a 56% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, LIU's defense allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 75%. LIU gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Columbia Lions vs LIU Sharks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>Betting on today's Pilots and Tigers game? Catch the action at The HTC Center in Conway, SC, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 10:30 ET on ESPNU. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 145 points, and Princeton is favored by -11.5 vs. Portland.</p><h3>PORTLAND PILOTS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 10:30 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Pilots Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland Pilots Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland fell to the Ohio Bobcats 85-73 on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game where they were +7.5 point underdogs. The Pilots didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 149.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-30 at halftime, Portland showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Ohio 43-39, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>Portland's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field. They hit 52.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes.</p> <p>The Pilots also shot 61.9% from the free-throw line and grabbed only 3 offensive rebounds. They finished with 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Portland's defense gave up 85 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, including 52% on two-point attempts (24/46). They did manage to hold them to 28% from beyond the arc, with just 4 made threes on 14 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Portland's opponent shot 61%, hitting 13 of 21 attempts. The Pilots limited second-chance opportunities, giving up only 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Princeton?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton fell to Texas State 83-80 on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game where they were -6 favorites. The Tigers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 43-41 at halftime but were outscored 42-37 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points hit 163, surpassing the O/U line of 138.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field and 41.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes on 29 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.9%, and they connected on 82.4% of their free throws, going 14-for-17.</p> <p>Xaivian Lee led the way with 30 points and 5 assists, while Tyrel Morgan added 27 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field. Blake Peters and Kaden Gumbs each contributed 17 points, with Peters knocking down 5 threes at a 45.5% clip.</p><p>Princeton's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 45% shooting. They allowed 27 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Princeton allowed 12 threes on 29 attempts, a 41% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 82%.</p>

Portland Pilots vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bruins versus the Racers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at CFSB Center in Murray, KY. The over/under for this game is set at 149 points, and Murray State is favored by -2 vs. Belmont in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>BELMONT BRUINS VS MURRAY STATE RACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Murray State Racers -2</p><p>This game will be played at CFSB Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MURRAY STATE RACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Racers.</li><li>Not only will Murray State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Belmont Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Belmont comes into this game as a 2-point underdog, which is right where they are comfortable. They have gone 4-11 as the underdog this season, compared to their 12-1 record when favored.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bruins have gone just 6-10 this season, and their average scoring margin has been -5.4 points per game. They are coming off a 93-78 win over Missouri State, and over their last 10 road games, they have gone 3-7.</p><p>Belmont has an ATS record of 13-15 this season and they are 6-10 vs. the spread on the road. Their ATS mark as the underdog is 5-10 and they have gone 1-4 vs. the spread in their last five games as the underdog. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bruins have a 2-8 ATS record.</p><p>Belmont's over/under record this season sits at 13-15 and today's line of 149 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (154.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points and their OU record in those games is 1-2.</p><p>The Belmont offense is coming off a game in which they scored 93 points vs. Missouri State. Overall their field goal percentage was 47.1% while connecting on 16 threes. Leading Belmont in scoring vs. Missouri State was Cade Tyson with his 25 points. Ja'kobi Gillespie also added 24 points for the Bruins.</p><p>Currently, the Bruins' defense holds the 284th rank in the nation, allowing 77.2 points per game. In their most recent game, the Belmont defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Missouri State knocked down 16 three-pointers on their way to 78 points.</p><h3>Can the Racers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Despite their 12-17 overall record, Murray State has been a solid team at home this season, going 7-8 compared to their 4-9 record on the road. They are also 6-7 when favored this season, and they have won three straight games at home.</p>

<p>Most recently, the Racers defeated Valparaiso by a score of 80-68. Over their last 10 games at home, Murray State has gone 5-5, and they are 3-0 in their last three games at home.</p><p>Overall, Murray State has an ATS record of 12-16 this season. At home, their ATS mark is just 4-11. As the favorite, the Racers have gone just 3-10 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Murray State is just 3-7 ATS.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149 for the Murray State game is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (142.1). So far, 19 of their games have finished with less points than 149. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those games is 151 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Murray State offense put up 80 points against Valparaiso. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 52.6% and made 6 threes. Jacobi Wood led the scoring for the Racers, contributing 24 points. Additionally, Nick Ellington chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>So far, the Racers' defense is ranked 99th in the country at 69.1 points per contest. The Murray State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 68 points and allowed Valparaiso to connect on 6 threes.</p>

Belmont Bruins vs Murray State Racers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/28/24

<p>The Lions are the heavy favorite in this week 12 non-conference matchup, with their money line at -365 compared to the Colts at +290. The game, set for 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, is being televised on FOX. The Lions are favored by -7.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 51 points.</p><h3>DETROIT LIONS VS INDIANAPOLIS COLTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Lions -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lucas Oil Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Lions winning this one by a score of 34 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -7.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 51 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Lions Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Heading into week 12, the Lions sit atop our power rankings and have a 99.9% chance of making the playoffs, along with an 84.7% chance of winning the NFC North. Detroit is 9-1 and has won eight straight games, including a dominant 52-6 victory over the Jaguars in week 11. The Lions easily covered the 14-point spread in that game, bouncing back after failing to cover against the Texans in week 10.</p> <p>Detroit is 8-2 against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of +15.9 points per game. Their O/U record stands at 5-4-1, with their games averaging 51.3 combined points. The average line in their games has been 49.8 points.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Lions are 2nd in our offensive power rankings, leading the NFL in scoring with 33.6 points per game. They rank 3rd in total yards per game (394.7) and 6th in passing yards, averaging 242.5 per game, despite being 26th in pass attempts. On the ground, Detroit is 3rd in both rushing attempts and yards per game, with 152.2. They are 6th in 3rd-down conversions but rank 27th in red zone efficiency.</p> <p>In week 11, Jared Goff threw for 412 yards and 4 touchdowns, posting a perfect passer rating of 158.3. Amon-Ra St. Brown had 11 catches for 161 yards and 2 touchdowns, while David Montgomery rushed for 75 yards and 2 scores. The Lions scored in every quarter, with 21 points in the 2nd quarter, and converted all 5 of their red zone opportunities.</p><p>The Lions' defense was dominant in their most recent game, as they allowed just 129 passing yards on 4.4 yards per attempt. They picked off one pass and held Jacksonville to 58.6% completions. Detroit's defense also shut down the Jaguars' running game, allowing only 41 yards on 17 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Lions gave up just 170 total yards in their 52-6 win over the Jaguars. They were excellent on third downs, allowing only a 20% conversion rate, and they also came away with one sack.</p><h3>Are The Colts Going Win In At Upset At Lucas Oil Stadium</h3><p>After three straight losses, the Colts got back in the win column with a 28-27 victory over the Jets in week 11, improving their record to 5-6. This puts them 2nd in the AFC South, though they are just 1-3 in division games. According to our projections, Indianapolis has a 32.6% chance of making the playoffs and a 5% chance of winning the division. They rank 25th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 12.</p> <p>Despite their negative scoring margin (-1.3), the Colts are 8-3 against the spread this season. They are 6-2 ATS as underdogs and 2-1 as favorites. Their O/U record is 5-6, with the over hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Colts rank 24th in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21.5 points per game, and 21st in total offense with 320.7 yards per game. They rank 20th in passing attempts (30.4) and passing yards (202.2) per game. On the ground, they are 16th in rushing, averaging 118.5 yards per game on 26.5 attempts.</p> <p>In week 11, Anthony Richardson threw for 272 yards and a touchdown, completing 20 of 30 passes without an interception. Jonathan Taylor had 24 carries for 57 yards, while Josh Downs led the team with 5 catches for 84 yards. The Colts scored 12 points in the 4th quarter and converted 6 of 15 3rd downs, along with 3 of 4 red zone attempts.</p><p>In their 28-27 win over the Jets, the Colts' defense gave up 162 passing yards on 22 completions. The Colts allowed two passing touchdowns and the Jets had a 75.9% completion percentage. Indianapolis defended the run well, giving up just 91 yards on 20 attempts.<p></p>Despite allowing two passing touchdowns, the Colts' defense limited the Jets to 253 total yards. Indianapolis also recorded three sacks and held the Jets to a 30.8% conversion rate on third down.</p>

Detroit Lions vs Indianapolis Colts Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 11th-ranked Houston Rockets (-411) will take on the 15th-ranked Washington Wizards (+316) in a non-conference matchup. The Rockets are currently on a five-game win streak and are favored by 9 points over the Wizards. The over/under line for this game is set at 228.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the Capital One Arena in Washington and can be seen on MNMT.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +9</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, March 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-107 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with Jalen Green points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 43.8% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Rockets Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>In Rockets games this season, the average combined scoring total is 225.7 points. Today's O/U line is set at 228.5, and Houston has gone over the line in their last two games.</p>

<p>When looking at their O/U record for the season, the Rockets are 30-37. Their last game vs. the Cavaliers finished with a combined scoring total of 220 points, surpassing the O/U line of 214.5.</p>

<p>As for their record vs. the spread, the Rockets are 37-29 this season, including a mark of 13-19 on the road. They have covered the spread in their last two games and are favored by 9 points today.</p>

<p>Houston has won five straight games, most recently defeating the Cavaliers by a score of 117-103. This has improved their overall record to 32-35, which is currently 11th in the Western Conference. In the Southwest Division, they are in 3rd place.</p>

<p>Against other Western Conference teams, the Rockets are 22-19 compared to 10-16 in non-conference play. On the road, they are 9-24 for the season.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Rockets have been below the NBA average in 58.2% of their games this season. Overall, they are 20th in the league in scoring at 113.2 points per game. On the road, Houston is averaging 110.7 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Rockets have made 12.2 three-pointers per game, which is 19th in the NBA. In terms of three-point shooting percentage, they are 27th in the league at 35%. From inside the arc, Houston is shooting 52% (25th).</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Rockets are 14th in the NBA at 99.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Houston is 27th in the league at 45%. In terms of assists, the Rockets are 25th in the NBA at 24.7 per game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Rockets' defense is giving up an average of 112.5 points per contest. Inside the arc, the Rockets defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 54.0% and 34.4% from three-point territory.</p><h3>Do the Wizards Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>On the season, the Wizards are 34-34-0 on the over/under, and their games have averaged 237.8 points per game. Today's O/U line of 228.5 is lower than their season average of 239 points.</p>

<p>Washington has lost four straight games and are 11-57 overall this season, which is 15th in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 8-35 and 4-11 against their division.</p>

<p>The Wizards lost to the Celtics in their last game by a score of 130-104. The O/U line for that game was 226.5 points, and Washington was a 14.5-point underdog going into the game.</p>

<p>As underdogs this season, the Wizards are 10-53 straight-up and 29-33 ATS. Today, they are getting 9 points against the Rockets and have gone 3-3 ATS in their last three games as underdogs.</p>

<p>In games against the spread, Washington is 30-37 overall and 9-21 ATS at home. The team's ATS losing streak is at four games.</p><p>So far this season, the Wizards have been one of the most up-tempo teams in the league, leading the NBA in pace at 102.4 possessions per game. At home, they are averaging 113.3 points per game compared to 114.3 on the road.</p>

<p>For the season, the Wizards are 16th in the NBA in scoring at 113.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 17th in the league at 47%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Wizards are 29th in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage at 34%. Overall, they have made an average of 12.2 threes per game, which is 18th in the league.</p><p>The Wizards' defense is presently ranked 30th in the league, allowing an average of 124.0 points per contest. In the terms of takeaways, Wizards are causing 13.5 turnovers per game, ranking 22nd in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 13th in rejections, averaging 5.2 blocked shots each game.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 3/19/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Fighting Camels and Aces game? Catch the action at Ford Center in Evansville, IN, as the Aces hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Evansville as the -4 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS VS EVANSVILLE ACES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Evansville Aces -4</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Aces.</li><li>Not only will Evansville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Fighting Camels Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Campbell’s season continued with a tough 104-60 road loss to Ohio State on Friday, November 22nd. The Fighting Camels went into the game as +24.5 point underdogs but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 164, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Campbell fell behind early, trailing 53-27 at halftime. They scored 33 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Campbell's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.1% from the field and 16.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42%, and they managed just 6 assists as a team.</p> <p>John Mobley Jr. led the way with 23 points, shooting 8 of 13 overall and 5 of 8 from three. Devin Royal added 17 points on 7 of 9 shooting, while Micah Parrish contributed 16 points, hitting all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Campbell’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 104 points on 64% shooting from the field. They allowed 40 made baskets on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they allowed 13 threes on 20 attempts, a 65% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the line 19 times, where they hit 11 free throws.</p><h3>Will Evansville Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Evansville Aces Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Evansville picked up a 98-81 win over Green Bay on Friday, November 22nd. The Aces were +1.5 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 179 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 150.5.</p> 

<p>Evansville took control early, leading 46-31 at halftime. They scored 52 points in the 2nd half, but also allowed 50 points to Green Bay after the break.</p><p>Evansville's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 98 points on 59.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.7%, with the Aces hitting 68.3% of their two-point attempts and 42.9% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 88.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Anthony Roy led the way with 31 points and 5 threes, while Cam Haffner added 27 points, hitting 5 of 9 from deep. Joshua Hughes was nearly perfect, shooting 8 of 9 from the field. The Aces dished out 21 assists as a team.</p><p>Evansville's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 68% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 28 of 41 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Evansville's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of 21 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 88%.</p>

Campbell Fighting Camels vs Evansville Aces NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>The MLB World Series moves to Philadelphia, where the next three games will be played, and Game 3 is scheduled for Monday, October 31, so make sure you read the best Astros vs. Phillies betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Houston and Philadelphia will play the third of a seven-game World Series at Citizens Bank Park. The Astros are -130 moneyline favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 8 runs. These inter-league rivals have met three times in the regular season, and Houston won two of those games. The current World Series is tied at 1-1.</p>



<p><strong>Astros responded in Game 2</strong></p>



<p>The Houston Astros bounced back from their first loss of the postseason with a 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 of the World Series at home. The hosts knew that it will be very hard to get back into the series with a 2-0 deficit so they entered Game 2 quite aggressively and took a 3-0 lead in the opening inning. By the end of the 6th inning, the Astros had a 5-0 lead, and this time around, they didn’t blow it.</p>



<p>Alex Bregman blasted a two-run homer, while Jeremy Pena and Yordan Alvarez chipped in with an RBI apiece in this victory. Framber Valdez was excellent in his start and surrendered just a run on four hits with nine strikeouts and three walks. That was Valdez’s second win of the postseason in the third start.</p>



<p>Lance McCullers Jr. (4-2, 0-0 in the playoffs) is getting his third start of the postseason when he takes on the Phillies in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday. The 29-year-old right-hander started eight times this year and has a 2.27 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, and 50/22 K/BB ratio over 47.2 innings of work.</p>



<p><strong>Phillies were unable to come from behind again</strong></p>



<p>The Philadelphia Phillies are going back home with a win in the bag from the first two duels of the World Series in Houston. And they should be more than happy with that. The Phillies did come back from a 5-0 deficit to win Game 1, but they couldn’t repeat such heroics in Game 2 as the Astros celebrated a 5-2 win.</p>



<p>Zack Wheeler wasn’t very good in his start as he allowed four runs on six hits with three strikeouts and three walks. Wheeler struggled with his command and this was his worst start of the playoffs, and we will see whether he’ll get another chance for redemption in this series. On offense, Jean Segura had the lone RBI, while Alec Bohm scored on a fielding error for Philly’s second and final run of the tilt.</p>



<p>Noah Syndergaard (10-10, 0-0 in the playoffs) is named a starter for Game 3 of the World Series against Houston on Monday. The 30-year-old right-hander had 24 starts for the Angels and Phillies this season and owns a 3.94 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 95/31 K/BB ratio across 134.2 innings.</p>



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



<p><strong>Houston:</strong></p>



<ul><li>3-7 in their last ten World Series games</li></ul>



<p><strong>Philadelphia:</strong></p>



<ul><li>7-0 in the last seven games vs. a right-handed starter</li><li>6-0 in the last six games following an off day</li><li>5-1 in the last six home games with the total set at 7.0-8.5</li></ul>



<p><strong>Houston Astros vs. Philadelphia Phillies Pick</strong></p>



<p>Lance McCullers Jr. will be motivated to bounce back from a weaker display in his latest start when he allowed three runs on eight hits in 5.0 innings against the Yankees. He did log a quality start in one game against the Phillies this year but took a loss, while Noah Syndergaard started twice against Houston (1-0) and registered a 2.89 ERA over 9.1 innings. Although I am backing the Astros to win the World Series, the Phillies will be looking to get a W in the first game at home and take a home-field advantage. I am backing them to do it, but it will be a tight affair and I wouldn’t be surprised if the visitors win by a run. That’s why I am going with a safer bet on this one.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Phillies at +1.5 Run Line (-152)</p>



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



<p>The Phillies have a chance to beat Houston here but they know they will have to score at least four or five runs to do it. The Astros failed to score at least three runs in only one game this season and scored five in both games of this series, so Philadelphia knows they cannot win a low-scoring encounter. The total is a bit higher than in previous games, but I am still going with a minimum of eight runs. Over is 4-1 in the last five H2H meetings in Philadelphia; Over is 10-2-3 in the Astros’ previous 15 interleague games vs. a right-handed starter, while Over is 7-1 in the Phillies’ last eight home games.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Over 8 runs (-105)</p>

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