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

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

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Betting on today's Golden Grizzlies and Razorbacks game? Catch the action at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR, as the Razorbacks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPNU. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143.5 points, and Arkansas is favored by -18.5 at home against Oakland.</p><h3>OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Razorbacks.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas winning straight-up, we like Oakland at +18.5.</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>Will Oakland Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland dropped to 3-9 on the season after a 73-70 loss to Hawaii on Wednesday. The Golden Grizzlies were +3.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-25 at halftime, Oakland rallied in the second half, outscoring Hawaii 39-32. The total points for the game hit 143, surpassing the O/U line of 134.</p><p>Oakland's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.3% from the field and 31% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.2%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Malcolm Christie led the way with 27 points, hitting 7 of 22 threes, while Gytis Nemeiksa added 25 points and 11 rebounds. The Golden Grizzlies did hit 81.2% of their free throws and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition went 5/22, hitting 22% of their threes. Oakland also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 75%. The Golden Grizzlies gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Razorbacks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Arkansas Razorbacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas moved to 10-2 on the season with a 95-67 win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday. The Razorbacks were heavy favorites at -29.5 and played at home.</p> 

<p>After leading 54-31 at halftime, Arkansas scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 162 went over the 159.5 O/U line, but Arkansas didn’t cover the spread.</p><p>Arkansas put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 25% on 6-of-24 three-point attempts.</p> <p>The Razorbacks dished out 26 assists, with Boogie Fland contributing 11 of them. Ryan Forrest led the team with 19 points, despite shooting 28.6% from the field. Jonas Aidoo added 17 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 53.8% in 22 minutes.</p><p>Despite Arkansas giving up 67 points, their defense allowed the opponent to shoot 50% from the field, including 62% from two-point range, where they hit 31 of 50 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arkansas held the opponent to 25% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 78%.</p>

Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Jackrabbits and Crimson Tide face off at 3:00 ET on SEC. The Crimson Tide are hosting the game at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 167.5 points, and Alabama is favored by -22.5 at home against South Dakota State.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS VS ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota State Jackrabbits +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at Coleman Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Crimson Tide.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama winning straight-up, we like South Dakota State at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 167.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Dakota State Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>South Dakota State Jackrabbits Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Dakota State fell to 6-5 on the season after an 81-70 road loss to Colorado on Friday. The Jackrabbits entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 40-35 at halftime, SDSU couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 151 went over the pre-game line of 145.5.</p><p>In their latest game, South Dakota State put up 70 points, shooting 44.6% from the field and 44% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, with a two-point shooting percentage of 45.2% (14/31).</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the way with 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 57.1% overall. Elijah Malone was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots and grabbing 9 rebounds, while RJ Smith connected on 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 11 points and 4 assists.</p><p>South Dakota State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 65% of their two-point attempts, going 21/32 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jackrabbits held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. However, they sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 18 free throws at a 94% clip. South Dakota State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Crimson Tide Chances at Home</h3><h3>Alabama Crimson Tide Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Alabama improved to 10-2 on the season with an 81-54 win over Kent State on Sunday, December 22nd. Playing at home, the Crimson Tide were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Alabama led 39-24 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Kent State 42-30.</p><p>Alabama put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 45% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, thanks in part to hitting 72% of their two-point attempts (18/25), though they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25.7% of their threes (9/35).</p> <p>The Crimson Tide also had issues at the free-throw line, making only 51.4% of their attempts (18/35). They did dominate the offensive glass, pulling down 20 offensive rebounds. Mark Sears led the team with 16 points, while Aden Holloway added 13 points, hitting 3 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Alabama's defense held their opponent to 54 points, despite allowing them to shoot 45% from the field. The Crimson Tide gave up 72% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama limited their opponent to 25% shooting, as they made just 9 of 35 three-point attempts. The other team also struggled at the free-throw line, converting only 18 of 35 for 51%. Alabama allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Alabama Crimson Tide NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Golden State Warriors will host the Phoenix Suns at Chase Center. The Suns (-126) are favored by 1.5 points over the Warriors (+104) and the over/under line is set at 239.5. This division matchup will be played in San Francisco and can be seen on ABC.</p>

<p>Golden State and Phoenix both enter the game on three-game winning streaks. The Suns are 31-21 and sit fifth in the Western Conference, while the Warriors are 24-25 and 11th in the West. This is a Western Pacific division matchup.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-124 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Devin Booker finishing with Devin Booker points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Suns Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Phoenix is looking to extend their win streak to four games after defeating the Jazz by a score of 129-115. The Suns were favored by 5.5 points in that game and have now covered the spread in three straight games.</p>

<p>The Suns are currently 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 31-21. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 18-14 and 5-7 against Pacific Division opponents.</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Suns have an average scoring total of 231.9 points, which is lower than today's O/U line of 239.5. Overall, their O/U record for the season is 26-26.</p>

<p>Phoenix has been the favorite in 39 of their 52 games this season and have a record of 26-13 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 15-23 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +5.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Phoenix's offense is one of the most efficient in the league, ranking 3rd in both field goal percentage and true shooting percentage. They are also 3rd in free throws made per game and 6th in three-point shooting percentage.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Suns have outscored the NBA scoring average in 55.8% of their games. They are 12th in the league in scoring at 117.5 points per game. In terms of pace, Phoenix is 20th in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Suns are 22nd in made threes per game and 26th in three-point attempts. However, they have been one of the best teams at getting to the free-throw line, ranking 5th in attempts.</p><p>On defense, the Suns come into the game ranked 15th in the league in points allowed at 114.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 111 points per contest (28th). Phoenix struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Jazz, giving up 5. For the game, Utah scored 115 points in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Golden State?</h3><p>The Warriors have won three straight games and are now 24-25 on the season, which is 11th in the Western Conference. In the Pacific Division, they are in 5th place.</p>

<p>Golden State's ATS record for the season is 25-23, and they have covered the spread in three straight games. At home, they are 10-15 ATS compared to 15-8 ATS on the road.</p>

<p>This season, the Warriors have been the underdog in 20 of their 49 games. As the underdog, they have a record of 5-15 and are 13-6 ATS. Today, they are getting 1.5 points as the underdog.</p>

<p>On average, the Warriors' games have seen 237.1 points scored, which is lower than today's O/U line of 239.5. This year, their O/U record is 27-21-1, and the under has hit in three straight games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Warriors defeated the Pacers by a score of 131-109. They were 6.5-point underdogs going into the game. The O/U line for that game was 248.5.</p><p>At home this season, the Warriors are averaging 118.3 points per game (11th). Overall, they are 6th in the NBA in scoring at 119.2 points per game. When it comes to three-point shooting, Golden State is 4th in the league in attempts and makes. So far, they have hit 37% of their looks from beyond the arc.</p>

<p>When compared to the rest of the NBA, the Warriors are 17th in field goal percentage at 47%. In terms of pace, they are 9th in the league at 100 possessions per game. In terms of assists, Golden State is 6th in the NBA at 28.5 per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Warriors have outscored the NBA scoring average in 61.2% of their games. At home, they have averaged 118.3 points per game compared to 120.1 on the road. In their last two games, Golden State has outscored their season average.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors come into today's game ranked 21st in the NBA at 117.9 points per game allowed. However, they have shown signs of improvements lately, ranking 23rd in the league over their last three games. Most recently, the Warriors' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 109 points to the Pacers.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Tigers game? Catch the action at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Princeton is favored by -5.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Zips Ready for a Win at Princeton?</h3><p>Akron improved to 5-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Jackson State on Saturday, December 21st. The Zips entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined points of 118 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading just 30-29 at halftime, Akron clamped down defensively, allowing only 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own to pull away for the win.</p><p>Akron struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 9 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they managed to score 68 points.</p> <p>On the bright side, the Zips grabbed 24 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Shammah Scott and Isaiah Gray both shot 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Akron's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 28% shooting from the field. The Zips were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 11/38 on two-point attempts, also at 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, with the opponent shooting 28% from deep. The Zips also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%.</p><h3>Will Princeton Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 8-4 on the season with an 83-82 road win over Rutgers on Saturday, December 21st. Princeton entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 46-44 at halftime but outscored Rutgers 39-36 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes on 27 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 44.4% from the line, going 8 for 18.</p> <p>The Tigers dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Dylan Harper led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 6 from three. Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each added 21 points, with Pierce pulling down 14 rebounds and Lee contributing 11 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 29 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 23 two-point baskets on 44 tries, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 6 of 19 shots, shooting 31%. Princeton also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, or 78%. The Tigers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Akron Zips vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

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

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

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

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<p>At the moment, there are 50 seats in the United States Senate that are occupied by members of the Republican party. The Democrats have 48 seats, and they also more or less control the two independent members. That brings things dead even, except that Vice-President Kamala Harris has a tie-breaking vote, meaning that the GOP has to gain at least one seat in the 2002 elections to assume control.</p>



<p>And there have been high hopes that the candidate who could swing things back the GOP's way was <strong>Herschel Walker</strong>, a Heisman Trophy winner from the University of Georgia who decided to challenge incumbent US Senator Raphael Warnock, who had beaten Kelly Loeffler in a special election two years ago that was marked by a lot of nastiness, including the full participation and protest by the WNBA Players Association, which we might add eventually led to plenty of ill feeling on the part of conservatives toward Brittney Griner, a vocal member of that group who now languishes in a Russian jail.</p>



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<p>Can Walker, a hero throughout the state, break through and give the Republicans an advantage again in the Peach State? At <strong><a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BetOnline</a></strong>, he is the favorite to win Tuesday's election, but is by no means a solid favorite:</p>



<p><strong>Herschel Walker (R) -165<br>Raphael Warnock (D) +125</strong></p>



<p>This race could hardly be closer. An Emerson College poll had Warnock with a 49-47 edge. The Marist College poll had it dead even at 48 points apiece, so it is truly up for grabs.</p>



<p>And by the way, if neither candidate gets a majority, that creates a runoff election on December 6.</p>



<p>Warnock was a pastor at Martin Luther King Jr.'s Ebenezer Baptist Church. But Walker is the candidate who has tried to take the moral high road. He presented himself as a staunch opponent of abortion, yet two women have stepped forward who have claimed that Walker impregnated them, then paid for their abortions. There have been other controversies, including one where it was revealed that Walker had four children, though he only claimed three.</p>



<p>It has certainly not helped Walker that Donald Trump, for whom he played with the New Jersey Generals in the old USFL, has been an unwavering supporter. The left-leaning media has been relentless in its efforts to discredit the former Georgia running back and ignore any and all skeletons in Warnock's closet.</p>



<p>Some of the statements Walker has made about his opponent have smacked of eccentricity and / or exaggeration. For instance, he has claimed that Warnock "wants to abolish the family. He wants to abolish the police. He wants to abolish the court system. He wants to abolish this United States of America.”</p>



<p>Some Georgia Republicans, who may not be fans of Warnock, have expressed that they would love to support the GOP, but that Walker may not be the most appropriate or prepared candidate.</p>



<p>If you want to take a look at the odds on total Republican seats when the dust clears, it appears that even if Walker doesn't win, the tide may shift somewhere else:</p>



<p><strong>50-52 Inclusive +105<br>53 or More +110<br>Under 50 +500</strong></p>



<p>If things don't go completely as planned for the GOP, particularly with a contentious race between Mehmet Oz and John Fetterman in Pennsylvania (where Oz is a -175 favorite), we may not know the definitive answer until December.</p>



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<p>At 10:00 ET, the 76ers will travel to Portland to take on the Trail Blazers. Philadelphia (-216) is currently favored by 5.5 points over Portland (+181). The over/under line for the game is set at 222.5 points.</p>

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

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

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

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

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

<p>The Anteaters and Lancers are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lancers will host the game at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. UC Irvine is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California Baptist. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Anteaters Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Irvine dropped to 9-2 on the season after a 70-54 road loss to Duquesne on Saturday. The Anteaters, who were favored by 6.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-24 at halftime, UC Irvine tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, outscoring Duquesne 30-27, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>UC Irvine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points while shooting 34% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.7%, and they hit only 34.1% of their two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Anteaters connected on 4 of 12 threes, shooting 33.3%.</p> <p>Jahsean Corbett led the way with 15 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Tre Dinkins III and Cam Crawford both added 13 points, each knocking down 3 of 4 threes. Dinkins also contributed 4 assists, while UC Irvine finished with 10 assists and 15 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing 14 threes on 25 attempts, which contributed to the 70 points they gave up. Overall, the Anteaters allowed the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field, including 43% on two-point shots.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, UC Irvine sent their opponents to the stripe just four times, where they converted 2 of their attempts. The Anteaters also gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Lancers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><h3>California Baptist Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>California Baptist improved to 7-6 on the season with a 79-73 win over Jackson State on Saturday. The Lancers were -14 favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Trailing 34-33 at halftime, California Baptist turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Jackson State 46-39 to secure the win.</p><p>California Baptist put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 22 attempts for a 22.7% rate, while their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%. At the free-throw line, they were strong, making 30 of 36 attempts for an 83.3% success rate.</p> <p>The Lancers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, despite going 0 for 4 from three. Martel Williams and Dorian McMillian both shot 60% from the field, with Williams hitting 3 of 5 threes and McMillian connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Defensively, California Baptist allowed 73 points while holding their opponent to 41% shooting from the field. The Lancers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 54% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California Baptist limited their opponent to just 5 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. The Lancers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws, an 83% rate. California Baptist allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

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<p>The Astros and Padres are set to face off in an interleague matchup at 9:40 PM ET on Monday. This one is being played at PETCO Park in San Diego, and the Astros are on a four-game winning streak, while the Padres have won three straight and are 85-65 overall. Houston leads the AL West, while the Padres are second in the NL West.</p>

<p>Monday's Astros vs. Padres money line odds have the Astros at +118, while the Padres are favored at -139. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs, and the forecast in San Diego calls for temperatures in the high 60s with scattered clouds. Yu Darvish is the Padres' starter, and he is facing off against Spencer Arrighetti for the Astros.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO PADRES VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Padres Moneyline -139</p><p>This game will be played at PETCO Park at 9:40 ET on Monday, September 16th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ASTROS VS PADRES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Astros to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Angels, closing out their series with a 6-4 win. After scoring a run in the 3rd inning, the Astros really broke things open with a four-run 4th. Houston's offense was carried by Jason Heyward, who went 3/3 with a homer and two RBIs.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco got the start for the Astros, going six innings, and didn't give up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out five Angels batters. Houston's bullpen nearly gave up the lead, as the Angels scored three runs in the 8th, but Josh Hader was able to close things out and pick up the save.</p><p>The Astros are on the road today, taking on the Padres with an overall record of 81-68. They currently lead the AL West by 4.5 games over the Mariners and have gone 25-20 against other teams in their division. Houston has won four straight games, closing out their series vs. the Angels with three straight wins.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros are 42-32 this season, and they are above .500 on the road, coming in at 39-36. As the underdog, the Astros are 18-19 this year, and they are 63-49 when favored. Heading into today's game, the Astros have won three straight games as the road underdog. So far this year, their overall series record is 26-20-2, including going 3-0 in their most recent series.</p><p>When the Astros are on the road, they have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 42-33. They have covered the run line in three straight road games and have an average run differential of +0.2 runs per game away from home. They have been a better bet against the run line as the underdog, going 25-12, compared to 52-60 as the favorite.</p><p>When the Astros are on the road, the over/under line is set at 8 runs, which is lower than their season average of 8.6 runs per game. Their over/under record for the season is 61-83, and when the line is set at 8 runs, they have gone 13-13-2. Overall, 61.1% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8 runs, with 91 games having lines set higher than 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Spencer Arrighetti gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Padres on the road. He has made 26 starts this season and has a record of 7-12 with a 4.72 ERA. Arrighetti's WHIP for the season is currently 1.42. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going 6 2/3 innings and giving up two earned runs on seven hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. One of those wins was a shutout performance against the Phillies, where he went 7 2/3 innings. Per nine innings, Arrighetti is averaging 10.8 strikeouts and 4.17 walks.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez comes into the game as the Astros' leader in both batting average (.308) and home runs (34). His 84 RBIs are also the best mark on the team. However, Alvarez has gone just 6/25 in his last six games, although two of those hits have been home runs. Jose Altuve is also having a strong season, batting .301 with 19 homers.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 3rd in batting average and are averaging 4.6 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 4.9 runs per contest. Houston's offense has been good at avoiding strikeouts, but they don't draw a lot of walks.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>The Padres's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Giants, closing out their series with a 4-3 win. After allowing one run to the Giants in the 4th inning, the Padres responded with a run of their own. San Diego went on to add another run in the 6th inning, closing out the scoring on their end. Going into the game, the Padres were the slight favorite at -113 on the money line.</p>

<p>Martin Perez got the start for the Padres, going five innings and giving up just one run on two hits. He only had two strikeouts in the outing and got the win. The Padres's offense was carried by Fernando Tatis Jr., who went 1/1 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>San Diego will take on the Astros at home with an overall record of 85-65, which has them 2nd in the NL West, 3.5 games behind the Dodgers. The Padres have gone 24-22 against other teams in the NL West. They come in having won three straight games, and they closed out their series vs. the Giants with a three-game winning streak.</p>

<p>At home, the Padres are 40-35 this season and have been strong on the road at 45-30. As the favorite, the Padres are 55-41 this year and 30-24 as the underdog. San Diego's overall series record is 29-15-6 heading into today's game, and they are starting a new series today. So far, they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games.</p><p>San Diego has been a solid run line bet on the road, going 47-28 on the run line, compared to just 29-46 at home. The Padres have been a better run line bet as an underdog, going 37-17, compared to just 39-57 as a favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.7, compared to -3.5 in losing games.</p><p>San Diego is 12-15-1 when the over/under line is set at 8 runs this season. Their games have averaged 9.0 runs per game, and their overall over/under record is 80-67. The Padres have played 59 games with over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, which accounts for 39.3% of their games this season.</p><p>Yu Darvish gets the start for the Padres today and is coming off a solid outing vs. the Mariners in which he picked up the win. In that outing, he went five innings and gave up two earned runs. Looking back at his last four outings, Darvish has given up at least two earned runs in each. His ERA for the season is 3.52, along with a record of 5-3. Darvish's WHIP for the season is 1.14. Out of his 13 starts, he has three quality starts and is averaging 8.72 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, Darvish has allowed nine homers and is walking 2.39 batters per nine innings.</p><p>San Diego comes into the game as the league's top hitting team, batting a combined .265. They are also one of the top-scoring offenses in the league, averaging 4.8 runs per game. The Padres have been even better on the road this season, averaging 5.1 runs per game. One of the reasons they have been so good at the plate is that they are the league's toughest team to strike out.</p>

<p>Over the team's last eight games, Luis Arraez has been on fire, going 18/37. This has helped him move his season average to .322, which is the 2nd best mark on the team. Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill are the team's top power threats, with Machado leading the team with 26 homers and Merrill right behind him at 23. Machado's 98 RBIs are the best mark on the team and 8th best in the league.</p>

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