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<p>Looking to win big? The Wild and Golden Knights face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. This Western conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Wild.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 8:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>With the Golden Knights being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Golden Knights.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-12-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the 2-1 victory.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild took 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods, before Boldy's game-winner in OT.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off a strong performance in their previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild's defense also contributed 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Can the Golden Knights Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 28-11-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>The Golden Knights fell behind 2-0 before rallying to score four unanswered goals. Four different players contributed to the scoring for Vegas, with Brett Howden netting the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>Vegas took 35 shots on goal in their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, with 13 giveaways. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season in overtime, while William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year. Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for the Golden Knights, bringing his season total to 7 goals, and Noah Hanifin followed with his 2nd.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, giving him 4 and 5 assists on the year. Tomas Hertl picked up his 8th assist, and Mark Stone added his 15th assist on Howden’s game-winner.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game and a late equalizer at 13:10 in the 3rd period. Adin Hill finished with a save percentage of 84.2% on 19 shots from Utah, while the Golden Knights' defense recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Sharks and Blue Devils game? Catch the action at William H. Detrick Gymnasium in New Britain, CT, as the Blue Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on NEC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 126.5 points, and Central Connecticut State is favored by -8.5 to win at home against LIU.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Detrick Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Blue Devils.</li><li>Even though we have Central Connecticut State winning straight-up, we like LIU at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>LIU improved to 5-11 on the season with a 70-60 win over Stonehill on Friday, January 10th. The Sharks were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>LIU turned the game around in the 2nd half, outscoring Stonehill 43-27 after trailing 33-27 at halftime. The total points for the game ended at 130, just under the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>In their last game, the LIU Sharks put up 70 points, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.4%. They excelled inside, hitting 64.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, going just 4-for-16 (25%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 8 of 9 attempts (88.9%).</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 27 points on 12-of-18 shooting, though he missed 3 of his 4 three-point attempts. Louie Semona added 17 points, connecting on 2 of 5 from deep. Chas Stinson contributed 14 points and 4 assists, while Terell Strickland also had 13 points and 3 assists. The Sharks managed just 5 assists as a team and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>LIU Sharks held their opponent to 60 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Sharks gave up 6 threes on 26 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. They sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Devils Chances at Home</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State’s season record dropped to 9-5 after a 62-57 home loss to Wagner on Friday, January 10th. The Blue Devils, who were -10.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Central Connecticut State led 33-32 at halftime but managed just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points reached 119, just over the 118.5 O/U line.</p><p>Central Connecticut State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 37.3% shooting from the field. They hit only 29.2% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-24, and their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 57.1% of their attempts, hitting 12 of 21.</p> <p>Ja’Kair Sanchez was a bright spot, scoring 19 points on 8-for-11 shooting and grabbing 7 rebounds in 23 minutes. Zaire Williams added 18 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip, while Davonte Sweatman contributed 14 points, making 2 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's defense held their opponent to just 62 points on 37% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 27, with the other team making 12 for 44%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State gave up 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they hit 12 for 57%. The Blue Devils allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

LIU Sharks vs Central Connecticut State Blue Devils NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Betting on today's Broncs and Purple Eagles game? Catch the action at Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, NY, as the Purple Eagles hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 135.5 points, and Niagara is favored by -6.5 vs. Rider in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>RIDER BRONCS VS NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Purple Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Niagara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Rider Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Rider’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 4-11 after an 85-67 loss to Canisius on Friday. The Broncs were -2.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Rider trailed 39-28 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, allowing 46 points while scoring 39. The total points for the game ended at 152, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Rider's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (5/20), but connected on 53.8% of their two-point attempts (21/39) and 71.4% from the free-throw line (10/14).</p> <p>Paul McMillan IV led the way with 30 points, shooting 70.6% overall and going 4/4 from three-point range. He also added 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Zion Cruz contributed 23 points, while Tariq Ingraham and Jasman Sangha both shot 77.8% from the field, with Ingraham adding 5 rebounds and 2 assists.</p><p>Rider's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 62% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where the other team hit 64% of their two-point attempts, going 20/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rider's defense allowed 13 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 59% shooting performance. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 6 of those shots.</p><h3>Are the Purple Eagles Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Niagara Purple Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Niagara improved to 6-8 on the season with a 70-60 win over Saint Peter's on Friday, January 10th. The Purple Eagles were -1.5 favorites and covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Niagara led 32-25 at halftime and scored 38 points in the second half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 130, going over the 127.5 O/U line.</p><p>Niagara put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 53.3% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 62.2%. They connected on 42.9% of their three-point attempts, hitting 9 of 21 from deep, while shooting 62.5% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Olumide Adelodun and Jaeden Marshall each hit 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc. Adelodun finished with 19 points in 21 minutes, while Marshall added 17 points. Armoni Zeigler shot 83.3% from the field, contributing 13 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 53% from the field, including 62% on two-point attempts (15/24). From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 42% of their threes, going 9/21.</p> <p>Despite the efficient shooting, Niagara's defense sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they converted 13 free throws (59%). The Purple Eagles also allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Today at 3:30 ET, the Kings (-167) will travel to the United Center to take on the Bulls (+139) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are currently favored by 4 points and have won 6 straight games. The Bulls are 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division, while the Kings are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division.</p>

<p>This game will be televised on NBCS and has an over/under of 238 points.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +4</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 3:30 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-137 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Sacramento Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>The Kings moved to 19-19 on the season after a 114-97 road win over the Celtics on Friday. Sacramento entered the game as +12 point underdogs and covered the spread with a +17 point win. The total score of 211 points fell short of the 226.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After the Celtics went on a 10-0 run early, Sacramento responded by tying the game at 76 heading into the 4th quarter. The Kings then dominated the final period, outscoring Boston 38-21 to secure the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Kings hit 18 threes, shooting 38.3% from deep, while finishing with an overall FG% of 43.1%. DeMar DeRozan led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 34.6% from the field, and added 9 assists.</p> <p>Domantas Sabonis contributed 23 points and 28 rebounds, hitting 75% of his threes. DeRozan scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Keegan Murray added 9 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>The Kings put on a defensive clinic against the Celtics, holding them to just 97 points on 40% shooting. Sacramento was especially strong in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing only 21 points in each. They also did a great job defending the three-point line, where Boston shot just 26% and made only 11 threes.</p> <p>On the boards, the Kings gave up 8 offensive rebounds while collecting 40 defensive boards. They also finished with 11 steals and 8 blocks, helping to limit the Celtics’ scoring opportunities.</p><h3>Will the Bulls Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>On Friday, the Bulls improved to 18-20 with a commanding 138-105 win over the Wizards at home. Chicago, favored by 11 points, covered the spread with ease, winning by 33 points. The total points for the game landed exactly on the pre-game line of 243.</p> <p>Chicago jumped out to a 36-26 lead after the 1st quarter, and while the 2nd quarter was even at 32 points each, the Bulls took control in the 3rd, outscoring the Wizards 41-24. They entered the 4th quarter with a 109-82 lead and finished strong, winning the final period 29-23.</p><p>The Bulls put up 138 points in their win over the Wizards, shooting 55.8% from the field and hitting 23 threes at a 46.9% clip. Zach LaVine led the way with 33 points, while Nikola Vucevic added 23 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 75% from the floor and hitting 4 threes.</p> <p>Jalen Smith also contributed 15 points, shooting 83.3% and making 3 of his 4 three-point attempts. LaVine scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Vucevic added 13 in the 3rd. Coby White also scored 10 of his 15 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls held the Wizards to 105 points on Friday, allowing 26 in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd. They tightened up in the 3rd, giving up 24 points, and finished strong in the 4th, allowing just 23 points.</p> <p>Chicago limited Washington to 39% shooting overall, though the Wizards hit 18 threes at a 39% clip. The Bulls sent Washington to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws. Chicago also recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Sacramento Kings vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>At 3:00 ET, the Mavericks will host the Nuggets in a Western Conference matchup. Denver is favored by 5 and has a moneyline of -195. The over/under line is 229.</p>

<p>Both teams come into this game on two-game win streaks. The Nuggets are 4th in the West, while the Mavericks are 5th. The game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-88 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 29 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nuggets Win in Dallas?</h3><p>Denver improved to 22-15 on the season with a 124-105 win over the Nets on Friday. Playing at home, the Nuggets were -14.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total score of 229 points went over the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-32 in the 1st quarter, Denver took control with an 11-0 run, moving the score from 48-46 to 57-48. They outscored the Nets 33-23 in the 2nd quarter and 29-20 in the 3rd, entering the 4th with a 94-79 lead. Denver finished strong, winning the final quarter 30-26.</p><p>Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets to a 124-105 win over the Nets, finishing with 35 points, 15 assists, and 12 rebounds while shooting 66.7% from the field. Denver shot 51.7% as a team, with Jokic scoring 14 points in the 1st quarter and adding 9 more in the 4th.</p> <p>Russell Westbrook contributed 25 points, 10 assists, and 11 rebounds, while Michael Porter Jr. added 17 points, including 11 in the 3rd quarter. The Nuggets made 9 threes, shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Nuggets' defense tightened up after the 1st quarter, where they allowed 36 points. They responded by giving up just 23 points in the 2nd and 20 in the 3rd, helping them secure a 124-105 win over the Nets. Denver held Brooklyn to 42% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nuggets limited the Nets to 14 threes on 31% shooting. Denver also sent Brooklyn to the line 19 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Nuggets finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 117-111 win over the Trail Blazers on Thursday, the Mavericks improved to 22-16 on the season. Dallas was favored by 7.5 points at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 228, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 220.5.</p> <p>Dallas trailed 89-81 going into the 4th quarter but turned the game around by outscoring Portland 36-22 in the final period. A key moment was a 16-0 run that took the score from 109-101 to 117-109 in favor of the Mavericks.</p><p>Jaden Hardy knocked down 5 threes at a 55.6% clip, finishing with 25 points to lead the Mavericks in their 117-111 win over the Trail Blazers. P.J. Washington added 23 points and 14 rebounds, while Dereck Lively contributed 21 points and 16 boards, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, Dallas hit just 10 threes, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc and 45.5% overall. Hardy scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter, while Lively put up 13 in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 111 points, the Mavericks’ defense came through when it mattered, allowing just 22 points in the 4th quarter to secure the win over the Trail Blazers. Dallas held Portland to 41% shooting overall.</p> <p>The Mavericks struggled to defend the three, as the Blazers hit 16 threes at a 44% clip. Dallas sent Portland to the line 20 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Mavericks also finished with 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>The Cornhuskers and Boilermakers are set to face off at 12:00 ET on BTN. The Boilermakers will host the game at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. The over/under for this Big Ten conference contest is set at 140.5 points, with Purdue being favored by -8.5 at home against Nebraska.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nebraska Cornhuskers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue winning straight-up, we like Nebraska at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cornhuskers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Nebraska’s season record dropped to 12-3 following a 97-87 loss to Iowa on Tuesday. The Cornhuskers entered the game as +4 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 184, surpassing the O/U line of 159.5.</p> <p>Nebraska led 34-31 at halftime but couldn’t hold on, allowing 45 points in the second half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>Josh Dix's 31-point performance, fueled by 7 threes at a 70% clip, led Nebraska to 87 points in their last game. Payton Sandfort added 30 points, hitting 6 of 10 from deep, while Brice Williams contributed 28 points with 4 threes.</p> <p>Nebraska shot 39.1% from beyond the arc as a team, with an effective field goal percentage of 53.5%. They grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, though their free-throw shooting was just 54.5%.</p><p>Nebraska's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 97 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 17 threes on 35 attempts, a 48% clip.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Nebraska's opponent shot 88%, making 22 of 25 attempts. The Cornhuskers did limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Will the Boilermakers Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Purdue improved to 12-4 on the season with a 68-50 win over Rutgers on Thursday. The Boilermakers were -3 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Purdue led 33-24 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring Rutgers 35-26. The total points for the game were 118, well under the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Purdue's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, with a strong 75% shooting on two-pointers, hitting 24 of 32 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Boilermakers struggled, making just 4 of 24 threes for 16.7%. At the free-throw line, they shot 50%, hitting 8 of 16 attempts. Braden Smith dished out 14 assists, and Ace Bailey led the team with 17 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes.</p><p>Purdue's defense was dominant in their last game, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 32% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 10 of 29 attempts for 34%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Purdue's defense allowed 7 threes on 23 attempts, a 30% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 11 times, where they converted 9 free throws. Purdue gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>The Rockets and Falcons are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPNU. The Falcons will host the game at Stroh Center in Bowling Green, OH. Toledo is favored by -4.5 in this Mid-American conference matchup the against Bowling Green. The over/under for the game is set at 156.5 points.</p><h3>TOLEDO ROCKETS VS BOWLING GREEN FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bowling Green Falcons +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stroh Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, February 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOWLING GREEN FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Falcons.</li><li>Not only will Bowling Green pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Rockets Chances in Bowling Green</h3><p>Through 26 games, Toledo has a record of 17-9, including a 2-game win streak. In Mid-American Conference play, the Rockets are 11-2, compared to 6-7 in non-conference games. On the road, Toledo has gone 6-5 this season, and they are 13-3 when favored.</p>

<p>Coming off a 72-64 win over Akron, the Rockets have gone 5-5 in their last 10 road games. So far this season, Toledo has an average scoring margin of +1.3 on the road.</p><p>Overall, Toledo has an ATS record of 13-13 this season. When favored, the Rockets are 7-9 vs. the spread. On the road, Toledo has an ATS mark of 6-5 this year and over their last 10 road games, they are 5-5 vs. the spread. In their last three games as the favorite, the Rockets are 1-2 ATS.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Toledo games is 14-12 and the average scoring total in their games is 157.6 points. Today's over/under line of 156.5 is in line with their season average OU line of 154.8. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 172 points and their OU record in their last 10 games is 5-5.</p><p>The Toledo offense is coming off a game in which they scored 72 points vs. Akron. Overall their field goal percentage was 42.2% while connecting on 8 threes. The top scorer for the Rockets was Sonny Wilson with 18 points, while Tyler Cochran also added 17 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Facing Bowling Green, Toledo aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 77.1 points allowed per game (290th). The Toledo defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 64 points and allowed Akron to connect on 8 threes.</p><h3>Does Bowling Green Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, Bowling Green has gone 10-4 with an average scoring margin of +7.2 points per game. Over their last ten games at home, the Falcons have gone 8-2. So far, Bowling Green has been the underdog in nine games, going 4-5 in those matchups.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Falcons lost to Eastern Michigan by a score of 69-60. Over their last five games, Bowling Green has gone 3-2 at home, and over their last ten games, they have gone 8-2 at home.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Bowling Green has a record of 4-5 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS mark is 10-13, including a home ATS record of 7-7. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Falcons have gone 4-5-1 vs. the spread. In their last 3 home games, they have an ATS mark of 1-2.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Bowling Green games is 15-8. Today's over/under line of 156.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (147.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 132 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Bowling Green offense put up 60 points against Eastern Michigan. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 34.4% and made 6 threes. The team's top scorer is Marcus Hill, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 21.1, while Rashaun Agee also maintains a PPG average of 13 leading up to the game.</p><p>In terms of defense, Bowling Green is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 72.0 points per game. The Bowling Green defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 69 points and allowed Eastern Michigan to connect on 7 threes.</p>

Toledo Rockets vs Bowling Green Falcons Betting Pick & Prediction 2/23/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Lightning versus the Penguins? The puck drops at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The Lightning come into this Eastern conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>The Lightning enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Tampa Bay Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Tampa Bay’s 7-4 loss to the Jets dropped their record to 22-15-3. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>The Lightning led 2-0 early, but the Jets responded with seven of the next nine goals. Four different players scored for Tampa Bay in the loss.</p><p>In their 7-4 loss to the Jets, Tampa Bay's offense netted four goals, with Brandon Hagel scoring his 7th of the season and Nikita Kucherov adding his 10th. The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways.</p> <p>Mitchell Chaffee scored his 4th goal, while Brayden Point added his 8th on a power play. The Lightning had two first-period goals, with Kucherov's 10th coming in the third period to tie the game at 4-4.</p><p>Despite tying the game at 4-4 in the 3rd period, the Lightning's defense struggled late, allowing three unanswered goals, including two empty-netters. Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with an 84.4% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved to 18-18-8 this season. Pittsburgh covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.</p>

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, while Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the victory. The Penguins kept the Canadiens scoreless until the 3rd period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins’ offense with two goals, including his 5th of the season on a power play. Blake Lizotte added his 2nd goal of the year, scoring on an empty net with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Penguins took 24 shots on goal but also had 14 giveaways. They scored in each period, with Crosby’s first goal coming at 4:03 in the 1st period.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins will look to build on their last performance, where they allowed just one goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, and the defense contributed 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 in the 3rd period.</p>

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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<p>Planning on watching today's Keydets and Mocs game? Catch the action at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN, as the Mocs hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. This Southern conference matchup has an over/under of 149.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored to win by -13.5 at home vs. VMI.</p><h3>VMI KEYDETS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VMI Keydets +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VMI KEYDETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Even though we have Chattanooga winning straight-up, we like VMI at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog VMI?</h3><p>VMI’s season continued to be a struggle after their 81-68 loss to Samford on Thursday, dropping their record to 2-10. The Keydets were +18.5 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>VMI trailed 47-40 at halftime and scored 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The total points for the game were 149, which was under the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>VMI's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 36.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.6%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>Augustinas Kiudulas and Rickey Bradley Jr. each scored 26 points, with Kiudulas hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 76.9% overall. Bradley shot 60% from the field, while Rylan Jones added 14 points and 5 assists, hitting 4 of 9 from deep.</p><p>VMI's defense gave up 81 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field, connecting on 30 of their 68 attempts. Inside the arc, the Keydets allowed 63% shooting, as the other team hit 19 of 30 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VMI's opponents shot 28%, making 11 of 38 three-point attempts. The Keydets sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10, shooting 76%. VMI also gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Mocs Win at Home?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Chattanooga fell to 7-7 on the season after a 78-75 home loss to UNCG on Thursday. The Mocs were -4 favorites but couldn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>They trailed 38-36 at halftime and were edged out 40-39 in the 2nd half. The total points of 153 exceeded the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 58.5% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%. They were especially strong inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 38.9% from beyond the arc. The Mocs finished with 15 assists and just 4 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Donovan Atwell led the way with 28 points, shooting 9-of-11 overall and 6-of-7 from three-point range. Kenyon Giles added 26 points, and Bash Wieland contributed 22 points on 9-of-14 shooting. Frank Champion was nearly perfect, hitting 7-of-8 shots for 14 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 68% of their two-point attempts, with 24 makes on 35 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's opponents shot 38%, connecting on 7 of 18 three-pointers. The Mocs sent them to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 6, shooting 66%. Chattanooga did limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 4.</p>

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Philadelphia 76ers (+102) will travel to take on the Orlando Magic (-123) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Magic are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 22-18, which is good for 5th in the East. The 76ers are 11th in the East with a record of 15-21.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently on a two-game losing streak and will look to get back on track at home. The over/under line for the game is set at 206.5 points and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-85 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 43.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 15-21 on the season after a 123-115 home loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as 7-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 238, exceeding the O/U line of 218.5 by 19.5 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run, turning a 63-58 deficit into a 68-63 lead, but couldn't hold on. They entered the 4th quarter down 87-78 and outscored New Orleans 37-36 in the final period, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 123-115 loss to the Pelicans, the 76ers shot 46.2% from the field and hit 14 threes at a 36.8% clip. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 30 points and 12 assists, shooting 50% from the floor.</p> <p>Paul George added 25 points, connecting on 5 threes at 41.7%. Maxey scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while George added 13 in the final frame.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 25 points, the 76ers couldn't contain the Pelicans in the 2nd half, giving up 34 points in the 3rd and 36 in the 4th, leading to a 123-115 loss. Philadelphia allowed New Orleans to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>The 76ers struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Pelicans hit 18 threes at a 45% clip. Philadelphia sent New Orleans to the line 26 times, with the Pelicans converting 17 free throws. The 76ers recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Magic Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando fell to 22-18 on the season after a 109-106 home loss to the Bucks on Friday. The Magic were +6 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread, losing by just three points. The game’s total of 215 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 212.</p> <p>Orlando went on a 13-0 run early, turning a 6-3 deficit into a 16-6 lead. They led 81-78 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 31-25 in the final period, resulting in the loss.</p><p>Paolo Banchero's 34-point performance, including 15 in the 4th quarter, led the Magic in their 109-106 loss to the Bucks. Banchero hit 5 threes at a 62.5% rate, while the team connected on 14 threes, shooting 35% from deep.</p> <p>Cole Anthony added 18 points, and Tristan Da Silva contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Magic shot 43% from the field, with Anthony Black scoring 9 of his 15 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Even with a solid defensive effort, the Magic couldn't hold off the Bucks, allowing 109 points on Friday. Orlando gave up 31 points in the 4th quarter, but they did manage to hold Milwaukee to just 21 points in the 2nd. The Bucks shot 51% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did well defending the three, as Milwaukee hit only 9 threes on 36% shooting. The Magic also sent the Bucks to the line 23 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, Orlando recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

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.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>Looking to win big? The Kraken and Red Wings face off at 3:00 ET on NHLN. The Red Wings are hosting the game at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Red Wings are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>The Red Wings enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Red Wings on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Kraken (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 18-22-3 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, giving up both goals in the first period.</p> 

<p>Going into the game as underdogs, the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that number.</p><p>Seattle's offense was shut out in their recent 2-0 loss to Boston, despite firing 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game.</p> <p>Seattle was unable to find the net in any period, and none of their players scored or recorded an assist. The team also failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage in Seattle's last game, but the Kraken's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The first came just 3:23 into the game, and the second was a power-play goal at the 10:03 mark. Seattle's defense finished with 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p><h3>Will the Red Wings Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 2-1 win over the Sabres, the Red Wings moved above .500, bringing their record to 19-18-4. Detroit, favored on the puck line, didn’t cover, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>After giving up a short-handed goal in the first period, the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second. Dylan Larkin scored both goals for Detroit.</p><p>Detroit's offense was quiet in their 2-1 win over Buffalo, managing just 2 goals, both of which came on power plays in the second period. Dylan Larkin was the lone scorer for the Red Wings, netting his 6th and 7th goals of the season.</p> <p>Detroit took 23 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Larkin's first goal came 7:49 into the second period, followed by his second at the 14:38 mark. The Red Wings picked up 3 assists, with Lucas Raymond earning his 10th of the season.</p><p>Detroit's defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 of the first period, but they shut down Buffalo the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 win. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p>

<p>The Mocs and Bears are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears will host the game at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA. Chattanooga is favored by -3 in this Southern conference matchup the against Mercer. The over/under for the game is set at 155.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +3</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mocs fell to 6-5 on the season after a 74-65 road loss to Indiana on Saturday, December 21st. Chattanooga entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs but kept things closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Chattanooga trailed 41-38 at halftime and were outscored 33-27 in the 2nd half. The combined points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Chattanooga put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with 10 made threes on 28 attempts.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. Mackenzie Mgbako added 14 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 75% from deep, while Malik Reneau also contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Mocs allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 24 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga held their opponent to 25% shooting, as they connected on just 5 of 20 three-point attempts. The Mocs also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Mercer?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer improved to 5-6 on the season with a 71-68 road win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 28th. The Bears entered the game as +1 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 40-37 at halftime and both teams scored 31 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 157.5 over/under line.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They connected on 31.2% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-32 from beyond the arc, and hit 51.5% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they struggled, making just 58.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Ahmad Robinson led the way with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 44.4% overall and 40.0% from three. Cesare Edwards contributed 20 points, hitting 60.0% of his shots, while Tyler Johnson added 19 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 30.0% from three-point range.</p><p>Mercer’s defense held their opponent to 68 points while giving up 40% shooting from the field. The Bears allowed 28 made field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mercer’s defense limited their opponent to 6/22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 6 shots for 42%.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-200) will host the Houston Rockets (+164) in a non-conference matchup. Brooklyn is currently favored by 4.5 points and the over/under line for the game is set at 218.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are 11th in their respective conferences. Houston is 21-23 and Brooklyn is 17-27. The Nets have lost three straight games.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-105 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Alperen Sengün finishing with Alperen Sengün points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Houston Shock Everyone at Barclays Center?</h3><p>Houston comes into today's game vs. the Nets with a 21-23 overall record. In the Western Conference, they are currently in 11th place. Against the West, the Rockets are 15-11 and 6-12 against the East.</p>

<p>On the road, the Rockets are 5-15 this season. Their ATS record on the road is 7-12, and they have an average scoring differential of -5.0 points per game. As the underdog, they are 9-20 straight-up and 13-15 vs. the spread.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Rockets defeated the Hornets by a score of 138-104. The O/U line for that game was set at 223.5, and Houston covered the spread as 5-point favorites.</p>

<p>This season, Houston has seen an average of 226 points scored in their games, which is higher than today's O/U line of 218.5. The Rockets' last two games have gone over the O/U line.</p>

<p>For the season, Houston is 21-23 on the O/U. In 33 of their games, the O/U line has been higher than 218.5, and they have a record of 6-4 in those games.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Rockets are 20th in the league in scoring at 113.5 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 112 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Rockets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 40.9% of their games. They are currently 24th in field goal percentage at 46%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Houston is 21st in made threes at 12.1 per game. Overall, they are 13th in pace at 99 possessions per game.</p><p>Houston's defense has been playing well, ranking 11th in the NBA with 112.5 points allowed per game. In their previous matchup vs. the Hornets, the Rockets' defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 56% leading to 104 points.</p><h3>Can Brooklyn Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Nets are looking to snap a three-game losing streak today against the Rockets. Despite being favored in each of those games, they have gone 0-3 ATS as the favorite and are 9-6 straight-up as the favorite this season.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Brooklyn has a scoring differential of +7.7 points per game. Today, they are favored by 4.5 points and have an ATS record of 12-15 as the favorite.</p>

<p>Brooklyn's O/U record for the season is 22-22, and the under has hit in their last two games. This year, their games have averaged 228.6 points per game compared to today's O/U line of 218.5.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Nets lost to the Timberwolves by a score of 96-94. The O/U line for that game was 218 points. Brooklyn covered the spread as 3.5-point underdogs.</p>

<p>The Nets are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 17-27. In the Atlantic Division, they are in 4th place. In non-conference games, Brooklyn is 4-13 and 13-7 at home.</p><p>This season, the Nets are 20th in scoring at 113.5 points per game. At home, they are averaging 114.2 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Nets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 43.2% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 25th in the league.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Nets are 27th in field goal percentage at 45%. They have made 52% of their two-point attempts, which is 26th in the NBA.</p><p>On defense, the Nets come into the game ranked 16th in the league in points allowed at 115.1 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 109.7 points per contest (4th). In the terms of takeaways, Nets are causing 11.9 turnovers per game, ranking 5th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 14th in rejections, averaging 5.4 blocked shots each game.</p>

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