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Looking to win big? The Penguins and Capitals face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Capitals are hosting the game at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. In this division matchup, the Penguins are favored by -1.5 against the Capitals. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.<h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Washington Capitals +1.5This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, April 4th.<h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>The Penguins 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 Penguins on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Capitals (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Pittsburgh Secure a Road Victory?</h3>On the season, the Penguins have gone 34-30-11 and are in 6th place in the Metropolitan Division. In the Eastern Conference, the Penguins are 11th and have gone 20-24 in conference games. Over their last ten games, Pittsburgh is 5-5 and has won two straight games.

When playing on the road, the Penguins have gone 14-17-7 and have won two straight games. As the favorite, Pittsburgh has gone 22-15-7 this season.On the road, the Penguins have gone 18-20 vs. the puck line this season, and they have a puck line record of 35-40 overall. So far, Pittsburgh has 24 wins by multiple goals and 10 wins by one goal.

Overall, the Penguins have an average scoring margin of .0 goals per game, and their average scoring margin on the road is -.2 goals per game. In their last ten games, the team's puck line record is 5-5, and their puck line record as the favorite is 17-27. For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Pittsburgh is 6. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.3. The Penguins come in with an over/under record of 32-38-5.When looking at their past three road matchups, Pittsburgh has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 4 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.On the offensive side, the Penguins are scoring an 3 goals per game this season, ranking 21st in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 6th in the league. So far this year, the Penguins are 20-18 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 13-11 in games with fewer shots on goal.Pittsburgh's leading scorer is Sidney Crosby. So far, he has 39 goals which is 12th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Crosby has 45 assists this season.Washington defense takes on the Penguins ranked 14th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 30.7 shots per game against Washington. They also are 7th in shutouts, with 6 shutouts.Heading into this matchup vs. Washington, goalie Alex Nedeljkovic has started 26 games in this season. His current record is 14-6, and his save percentage stands at 0.643%.<h3>Does Washington Stand a Chance at Home?</h3>At home this season, the Capitals have gone 20-11-6. In the Eastern Conference, Washington is in 8th place and 4th in the Metropolitan Division. On the year, the Capitals have a record of 36-28-10.

Over their last ten games, the Capitals have gone 6-4. In their last five games, they have gone 2-3, and they have lost three straight games. As the underdog, Washington has gone 22-25-8 this season.As the underdog, Washington has gone 31-24 vs. the puck line this season, including an overall mark of 36-38. Through their first 55 games as the underdog, the Capitals' average scoring margin sits at -0.9 goals per contest.

So far this year, the team's average scoring margin is at -0.5 goals per game, and they have 18 wins by multiple goals. Against the puck line, Washington is 19-18 at home and 7-3 in their last ten home games. The average goal total for Washington's games is sitting at 6. The average over/under line for the season is 6. The Capitals come in with an over/under record of 34-37-3.In their last three road games, Pittsburgh has averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 3. The team's record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.The Capitals come into the game scoring an average of 2.7 goals per game, putting them 28th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 31st in the league. So far this year, the Capitals are 10-6 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 26-22 in games with fewer shots on goal.Washington will be looking for a good game from Alex Ovechkin who leads the team in scoring with 26 goals, ranking 51st in the NHL. Ovechkin also comes into the game with 33 assists.The Capitals defense is currently 14th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.7 shots per game against Washington. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 7th with 6 shutouts.Goalie Charlie Lindgren comes into the game having made 41 starts this season. So far, his record is 21-14 and he has a save percentage of 0.812%.

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Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

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The Golden Gophers and Badgers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The Badgers will host the game at Kohl Center in Madison, WI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Wisconsin is favored by -13.5 to win at home against Minnesota.<h3>MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Minnesota Golden Gophers +13.5This game will be played at Kohl Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.<h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Badgers.</li><li>Even though we have Wisconsin winning straight-up, we like Minnesota at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Minnesota Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3>Minnesota’s season record dropped to 8-7 after a narrow 89-88 loss to Ohio State on Monday. Despite being +5 point underdogs, the Golden Gophers managed to cover the spread in this one. They led 28-27 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 themselves. The total points for the game hit 177, well over the 138.5 O/U line.Minnesota's offense put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 45.7% from the field and 41.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.3%, but they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 44.4% of their attempts. Parker Fox led the way with 21 points, shooting 66.7%, while Lu'Cye Patterson added 20 points and 4 assists. Isaac Asuma also contributed 18 points, hitting 75% of his threes.Despite Minnesota's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 89 points in their previous game. The Golden Gophers shot 45% from the field, going 32/70 overall. They were 20/41 on two-point attempts, hitting 48% of their shots inside the arc. Minnesota also found success from three-point range, knocking down 12 of their 29 attempts for a 41% shooting performance. However, they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 12 of 27 attempts, which is 44%. They also gave up 16 offensive rebounds to their opponent.<h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Badgers?</h3>Wisconsin improved to 12-3 on the season with a 75-63 win over Rutgers on Monday. The Badgers entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. Wisconsin led 43-34 at halftime and held Rutgers to 29 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32 points of their own. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 157.In their latest game, Wisconsin's offense put up 75 points, shooting 54.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.6%, with strong two-point shooting at 68.6% (24/35), while they hit 31.8% (7/22) from beyond the arc. The Badgers were perfect from the free-throw line, going 6/6. Steven Crowl was a standout performer, shooting 72.7% overall and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range, finishing with 18 points and 10 rebounds. John Blackwell led the team with 21 points, and Tyson Acuff added 17, connecting on 3 of 8 from deep.Wisconsin's defense held strong, limiting their opponent to just 63 points on 34% shooting from the field. The Badgers were particularly effective inside, where they allowed only 18 made two-pointers on 47 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. From beyond the arc, Wisconsin's defense gave up 7 threes on 26 attempts, holding their opponent to 26% shooting. They also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 6 attempts, shooting 46%.

Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Wisconsin Badgers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

The Sharks and Skyhawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Skyhawks will host the game at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have Stonehill as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.<h3>LIU SHARKS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: LIU Sharks +4.5This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.<h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-67 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3>LIU improved to 4-11 on the season with a 53-39 win over Chicago State on Sunday. The Sharks, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. After trailing 25-22 at halftime, LIU clamped down defensively, allowing just 14 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 92 fell well below the O/U line of 138.5.In their latest outing, the LIU Sharks put up just 53 points, shooting 38% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, with a rough 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts. Jamal Fuller led the way with 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% overall and 50% from three. Malachi Davis added 12 points, despite shooting 35.3% and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.LIU's defense was on point, holding their opponents to just 39 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team shooting 47% (16/34) inside the arc. From three-point range, LIU's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 made threes on 16 attempts (18%). They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 (70%).<h3>Can the Skyhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> Stonehill improved to 7-8 on the season with a 64-60 win over Saint Francis U on Sunday. The Skyhawks, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line. Stonehill’s defense was key, as they held the Red Flash to just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 points themselves after trailing 33-20 at halftime.Stonehill's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field and 30.6% from beyond the arc, with 11 threes on 36 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 52% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they connected on 5 of 8 attempts, shooting 62.5%. The Skyhawks grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep and Rosenberger struggling at 1 for 5. Hermann Koffi added 17 points, shooting 4 of 8 from three-point range.Stonehill's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition making only 15 of 36 attempts, a 41% success rate. From beyond the arc, Stonehill's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 12 free throws, an 85% rate. Stonehill gave up 11 offensive rebounds.

LIU Sharks vs Stonehill Skyhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

At 10:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (-121) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves (+103) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 220.

The Timberwolves (11-10) come into this game on a three-game win streak and are 10th in the Western Conference. The Warriors (13-8) are 5th in the West and are favored by 1.5 points.<h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves +1.5This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.<h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-87 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Shock Everyone at Chase Center?</h3>With a dominant 108-80 win over the Clippers on Wednesday, the Timberwolves improved to 11-10 for the season. Minnesota, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game were 188, well under the 212.5 O/U line. A 15-0 run helped the Timberwolves take control, going from 25-14 to 29-25. They then held the Clippers to just 50 points through three quarters before easing off in the 4th, where L.A. outscored them 30-22.Julius Randle's 16-point first quarter set the tone for the Timberwolves in their win over the Clippers, finishing with a team-high 20 points and 4 threes at 44.4% shooting from deep. Anthony Edwards also connected on 4 threes, matching Randle's 44.4% from beyond the arc, and added 9 of his 16 points in the 3rd quarter. Minnesota hit 16 threes as a team, despite shooting just 36.4% from long range, and finished with a 48.2% overall shooting percentage. Josh Minott contributed 8 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Mike Conley and Jaden McDaniels each added 7 points in the 3rd.The Timberwolves put on a defensive clinic against the Clippers, holding them to just 80 points on 34% shooting. Minnesota set the tone early, allowing only 14 points in the 1st quarter and 18 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. From beyond the arc, the Timberwolves limited the Clippers to 11 made threes on 27% shooting. Minnesota also sent the Clippers to the line just 13 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Timberwolves finished with 15 steals and 5 blocks.<h3>Will Golden State Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3>Golden State improved to 13-8 on the season with a 99-93 win over the Rockets on Thursday. The Warriors were +4.5 point underdogs but covered the spread with the win. The game’s total of 192 points fell well short of the 218.5 O/U line. After falling behind 22-18 in the 1st quarter, Golden State turned things around with a 31-21 2nd quarter. They went into the 4th quarter leading 73-66, but Houston went on a 10-0 run to extend their lead from 65-53 to 75-53. The Warriors managed to close the gap and secure the win in the final quarter.In their win over the Rockets, the Warriors managed just 99 points, shooting 41.9% from the field and hitting 9 threes at a 32.1% clip. Jonathan Kuminga led the way with 33 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 made threes, shooting 59.1% overall. Andrew Wiggins added 23 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 3 threes at 75% efficiency. Kuminga was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 14 points, while Wiggins contributed 5 points in the final period.The Warriors put on a defensive clinic against the Rockets, holding them to just 93 points on Thursday. They were consistent throughout, allowing 22 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, 23 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th. Golden State limited Houston to 37% shooting from the field, including just 10 made threes on 26% shooting. The Rockets went 13/17 from the free-throw line. The Warriors grabbed 43 defensive rebounds while allowing 11 offensive boards, and they also recorded 5 steals and 3 blocks.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/24

Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Flashes and Bulls. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Bulls at Alumni Arena in Buffalo, NY. Get ready to place your bets! Kent State is favored by -10.5 in this Mid-American conference contest against Buffalo. The game's over/under currently sits at 143.5 points.<h3>KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES VS BUFFALO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Buffalo Bulls +10.5This game will be played at Alumni Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.<h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will Buffalo pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Flashes Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

Kent State improved to 8-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Northern Illinois on Tuesday. The Golden Flashes, who were favored by 12.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. 

After taking a 35-21 lead into halftime, Kent State scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29. The game’s total points ended at 118, well under the 139.5-point O/U line.Kent State's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field. Their two-point shooting was strong at 57.8%, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 17 attempts for 17.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on only 53.8% of their shots. VonCameron Davis led the way with 31 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field, though he made just 1 of 6 from three-point range. James Dent Jr. added 21 points, hitting 3 of 10 from deep and finishing with 3 rebounds and 1 assist.Kent State's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, where they limited the opposition to 34% shooting on two-point attempts (11/32). From beyond the arc, Kent State's defense allowed only 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made just 7, shooting 46%.<h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3>Buffalo dropped to 3-9 on the season after an 88-79 loss to Ohio on Tuesday. The Bulls were +11.5 point underdogs at home but managed to cover the spread. Buffalo trailed 37-20 at halftime but came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 59 points while allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.Buffalo's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25.9% of their threes, but connected on 53.7% of their two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they shot 63.6% from the free-throw line. AJ Clayton led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 threes. Tyson Dunn added 21 points, making 5 of 9 from deep and dishing out 8 assists. Aidan Hadaway contributed 17 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field.Even though the Bulls gave up 88 points, they held their opponent to just 25% from beyond the arc, with only 7 threes made on 27 attempts. However, they struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 53% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponent hit 22 of 41 shots. Buffalo sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 14 attempts for 63%. The Bulls also allowed 11 offensive rebounds, giving their opponent extra chances to score.

Kent State Golden Flashes vs Buffalo Bulls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

Planning on watching today's Avalanche and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.<h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Washington Capitals +1.5This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 13th.<h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Capitals winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Capitals on the moneyline (+138)</li><li>The Capitals are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Colorado Lock in a Road Win?</h3>Heading into today's game, the Colorado Avalanche have an overall record of 32-17-4, which has them in 3rd place in the Western Conference and 2nd place in the Central Division. Over their last ten games, the Avalanche have gone just 4-6 and have dropped three straight games.

On the road this season, Colorado has gone 12-12-4, and they have lost three straight games away from home. As the favorite, the Avalanche have gone 29-12-4 this season.On the road this season, the Avalanche have gone just 9-19 against the puck line and are at 25-28 overall. So far, they have 24 wins by multiple goals and have gone 22-23 against the puck line when favored.

Colorado's average scoring differential this year is +.5 goals per game, and they have dropped their last four games against the puck line. In their last 10 road games, the Avalanche have gone just 4-6 vs. the puck line. For the season, Colorado's games have finished with an average of 6.9 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.3. Overall, the Avalanche have an over/under record of 31-20-2.In their last three games away from home, the Avalanche have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 0-3 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 1 goals per game in these contests.When looking at their offense, the Avalanche have an average of 3.7 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 2nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 3rd in the league. Looking at how the Avalanche's offense is performing during power plays, they are 3rd in power play goals and 8th in shorthanded goals.Colorado's current leading scorer is Nathan MacKinnon. This season, he has 32 goals, which puts him 5th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 53 assists so far.The Capitals defense is currently 18th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.4 shots per game against Washington. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 8th with 4 shutouts.Goalie Alexandar Georgiev gets the start and has made 43 starts this season. His record at this point is 27-13, and his save percentage is 0.99%.<h3>Will the Washington Defense Show Up at Home?</h3>As the 11th ranked team in the Eastern Conference, the Capitals have struggled mightily of late, going just 3-7 in their last ten games. Over the course of the season, Washington has gone 23-21-8, including a 13-9-5 record at home. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, the Capitals have gone 13-15.

For the season, Washington has been the underdog in 36 of their 52 games, going 12-19-6 in those games. Over their last five games, the Capitals are just 1-4, and they have dropped their last two games at home.At home, the Capitals are 12-14 against the puck line this season, and they have an average scoring margin of -0.4 goals per game. So far, Washington has been the underdog in 36 of their games, and their puck line record as the underdog is 19-17.

Overall, the team's puck line record is 23-28, and they have 13 losses by more than one goal. In their last ten games at home, the Capitals are 5-5 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin as the underdog this year is -1.2 goals per contest. On average, Washington's games have finished with 5.5 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6. In total, the Capitals come in with an over/under record of 20-29-2.In their last three games away from home, the Avalanche have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 0-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 1 goals per game in this stretch.In terms of their offensive performance, the Capitals are averaging 2.4 goals per game this season, putting them in the 30th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 29th in the league. This season, the Capitals are 8-7 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 15-14 record.Washington's current leading scorer is Dylan Strome. This season, he has 20 goals, which puts him 40th in the NHL. Strome also comes into the game with 15 assists.The Capitals defense is currently 18th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.4 shots per game against Washington. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 8th with 4 shutouts.Goalie Charlie Lindgren gets the start and has made 22 starts this season. His record at this point is 10-7, and his save percentage is 0.654%.

Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 2/13/24

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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At 7:30 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks (-283) will take on the Toronto Raptors (+233) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Bucks are favored by 7 points and have a record of 17-16, while the Raptors are 8-27 and 13th in the East.

This game can be seen on SN and will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The over/under line for this game is 230.5 points.<h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +7This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.<h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 163-142 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bucks Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3>The Bucks fell to 17-16 on the season after a 105-102 home loss to the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Milwaukee, who were -11.5 point favorites, failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 207 fell well short of the 228.5 O/U line. Milwaukee led 31-28 after the 1st quarter, but Portland took control in the 2nd, outscoring the Bucks 26-20. The Bucks regained the lead by holding the Blazers to 21 points in the 3rd, but Portland edged them 30-26 in the 4th to seal the win.In the Bucks' 105-102 loss to the Trail Blazers, Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 31 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 51.9% from the field. AJ Green added 21 points, hitting 7 threes at a 53.8% clip, while Damian Lillard contributed 16 points despite shooting just 33.3% overall and 28.6% from deep. As a team, the Bucks shot 43.2% from the field and 31.7% from three, making 13 threes in total. Giannis scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Lillard and Green each chipped in 6 points in the final period.Despite a solid defensive effort, the Bucks couldn't pull out the win against the Trail Blazers, allowing 105 points. They had their best defensive quarter in the 3rd, giving up just 21 points, but struggled in the 4th, allowing 30 points. Milwaukee held Portland to 13 made threes on 36% shooting from deep and sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they hit 10. The Bucks grabbed 36 defensive rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and finished with 14 steals and 3 blocks.<h3>Will Toronto Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3>The Raptors fell to 8-27 on the season after a 106-97 home loss to the Magic on Friday. Toronto entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 203 points fell short of the 214.5-point O/U line. Orlando's 10-0 run in the 2nd quarter brought them within a point at 42-41. Toronto won the 2nd quarter 26-25 but struggled in the 3rd, getting outscored 26-18. They entered the 4th quarter down 88-68 but finished strong, outscoring the Magic 29-18 in the final period.Jakob Poeltl led the Raptors with 25 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 91.7% from the field in their 97-point effort against the Magic. Scottie Barnes added 20 points and 9 rebounds, while Ochai Agbaji contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip. Toronto made just 10 threes, shooting 34.5% from deep, with an overall field goal percentage of 47.5%. Poeltl scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, and Barnes added 8 in the final period.Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where the Raptors held the Magic to just 18 points, they couldn't overcome a rough 1st quarter, giving up 37 points in a 106-97 loss. Toronto allowed Orlando to shoot 46% from the field. The Raptors struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Magic hit 19 threes at a 43% clip. Toronto sent Orlando to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws. The Raptors recorded 6 steals and 1 block in the game.

Milwaukee Bucks vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

USC comes into this week 10 matchup with a 4-4 record, and they are the slight -2.5-point favorites on the road at Washington. The game is set for 7:30 ET from Husky Stadium in Seattle, and the over/under line is at 55.5 points. BTN will handle the television broadcast. Both teams are 4-4 on the season.<h3>USC TROJANS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Washington Huskies +2.5This game will be played at Husky Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, November 2nd.<h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the USC Trojans winning this one by a score of 32 to 30</li><li>Even though we like the USC Trojans to win, our ATS pick is to take the Washington Huskies at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 55.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The USC Trojans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3>USC heads into Week 10 against Washington with a 4-4 record, ranked 15th in our power rankings. They have a 90.9% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Trojans are 4-0, but they’ve struggled on the road, going 0-3 this season.USC is 4-3 against the spread, with a perfect 4-0 record at home and 0-3 on the road. They’ve been favored in six games, going 3-3 ATS as the favorite.Their over/under record is 3-3-1, with an average line of 54.7 points. This week’s line is 55.5, and USC games have averaged 53.5 points per contest.USC’s offense is averaging 31.8 points per game, ranking 35th in the nation, but they are 15th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 10. Their passing game is their strength, ranking 9th in attempts and 6th in completions, averaging 291 yards per game. They convert 46.4% of their third downs. Miller Moss has thrown for 2,262 yards, completing 65.1% of his passes, with 16 touchdowns and 6 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 95. Woody Marks leads the rushing attack with 755 yards and 8 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Makai Lemon has 378 receiving yards and two touchdowns.USC's defense has allowed 21.8 points per game this season, ranking 42nd nationally. In their recent game against Rutgers, they gave up 20 points but allowed 434 total yards, including 313 passing yards. Opponents have averaged 234.8 passing yards per game against USC, completing 67.1% of their passes. On the ground, USC's defense has faced 31.5 rushing attempts per game, allowing an average of 137.6 rushing yards.<h3>Will The Washington Huskies Win At Home Over The USC Trojans?</h3>Washington enters Week 10 with a 4-4 record, facing USC at home. They’ve gone 3-1 at home but are winless on the road at 0-3. The Huskies have been favored in four games this season, going 3-1 in those matchups. Currently, they rank 41st in our power rankings and have a 35.9% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. Washington’s ATS record stands at 2-5, with a +4.5 average scoring margin. They are 0-3 against the spread on the road and 2-2 at home. As the favorite, they’ve covered twice in four games, going 2-2 ATS. This week’s over/under line is 55.5, higher than any of their previous games. Washington’s over/under record is 2-5, with an average line of 46.6 points and an average total of 42 points per game.Washington’s offense is averaging 23.2 points per game, placing them 74th in the nation, and they rank 46th in our offensive power rankings. On third downs, they have struggled, converting just 36.6% of their attempts. Will Rogers leads the passing attack, completing 72.3% of his throws for 2,022 yards and 13 touchdowns, with four interceptions. He has a passer rating of 108. Washington is 9th in completions per game and 20th in passing yards, averaging 283 yards per game. Jonah Coleman leads the ground game with 785 rushing yards, averaging 6 yards per carry.Washington's defense, ranked 22nd nationally, is allowing 18.8 points per game this season. They are third in the country in passing yards allowed, giving up just 123.1 yards per game, with opposing quarterbacks completing only 49.8% of their passes and posting a passer rating of 66.9. In their recent game against Indiana, Washington allowed 31 points in a 31-17 loss. The defense gave up 318 total yards, including 194 rushing yards on 50 attempts and 124 passing yards, while also forcing one interception.

USC Trojans vs Washington Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction 11/2/24

New Orleans and Los Angeles lock horns for the first time in 2021-22, so we bring you the best Pelicans vs. Lakers betting pick and odds for Sunday, February 27, 2022, along with the latest team stats and news.&nbsp;



According to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/">Bet US Sportsbook</a>, the Lakers are listed as small 2-point home favorites with a total of 225.0 points. They’ve dominated the Pelicans over the last few years, winning eight of their previous nine encounters.



<h2>The Pels upset the Suns to stop a two-game slide        </h2>



The New Orleans Pelicans (24-36; 29-30-1 ATS) are coming off a surprising 117-102 victory at the mighty Phoenix Suns this past Friday. They upset the best team in the league as 6.5-point road underdogs, recording their second win in the last six outings.



C.J. McCollum dropped 32 points on the Suns. Since he joined the Pels at the trade deadline, McCollum has averaged a whopping 29.0 points per game to go with 6.0 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 1.3 steals. Brandon Ingram had 28 points and seven assists against Phoenix, while Jonas Valanciunas posted a double-double of 18 points and 17 rebounds.



Zion Williamson will probably miss the entire 2021-22 season, but the Pels continue to battle for the playoff spot. New Orleans is just one game behind the No. 10 seed in the West. The Pelicans rank 23rd in the NBA in both offensive efficiency (109.7 points per 100 possessions) and defensive efficiency (112.7).



<h2>The Lakers continue to struggle, lost four of their last five tilts         </h2>



The Los Angeles Lakers fell to 27-32 SU and 26-33 ATS following a tough 105-102 defeat to the Los Angeles Clippers last Friday. It was their fourth loss in the past five games and eighth in the previous 11 showings at any location.



The Lakers overcame a ten-point halftime deficit just to lose the fourth quarter 33-24. They shot only 41.9% from the field and 25.8% from beyond the arc, while LeBron James led the charge with 21 points, 11 rebounds, and three assists. Carmelo Anthony returned from a five-game absence caused by a hamstring injury and scored 18 points off the bench.



Los Angeles cannot count on Anthony Davis (knee), who’ll remain on the injury list for at least a few more weeks. Both Avery Bradley (knee) and Kendrick Nunn (knee) are unavailable as well. The Lakers rank 24th in the league in offensive efficiency (109.0) and 13th in defensive efficiency (110.4).



Trends:



New Orleans:



<ul><li>7-4 ATS in the last 11 games overall&nbsp;</li><li>7-0 ATS in the last seven games on the road&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



LA Lakers:



<ul><li>5-11 ATS in the last 11 games against the Southwest Division&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-new-orleans-pelicans-vs-los-angeles-lakers-pick">New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Lakers Pick</h2>



Frankly, I don’t feel comfortable with this game at all. The Lakers have been pretty much awful in their last 11 outings. On the other side, the Pelicans have improved lately, but they still have some serious flaws in their game, especially on the defensive side of things.



Interestingly, the Pelicans are undefeated in four consecutive showings on the road. Also, they’ve covered the spread in seven straight road contests. I lean New Orleans, hoping to see another strong performance from C.J. McCollum and Brandon Ingram, but this Pelicans vs. Lakers clash could easily go either way.



Pick: Take New Orleans Pelicans +2.0 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;



The Total:



The Pelicans prefer to play at a slow pace, averaging 96.7 possessions per 48 minutes (24th in the NBA). On the other side, the Lakers are playing at the fourth-fastest pace in the league, recording 100.1 possessions per 48 minutes.



The Lakers should not try to speed up things against the Pels, who allow only 10.5 fast-break points per game (3rd). New Orleans is the fourth-worst team in the league when it comes to defending the 3-point line, so the Lakers need to take their time. The under is 9-4 in the Pelicans’ last 13 games overall and 8-2 in their last ten contests on the road.



Pick: Go under 225.0 points at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Lakers Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/27/22

At 7:00 ET, the Pacers will host the Warriors in a non-conference matchup. Indiana is currently favored by 7.5 points and has won four straight games. The over/under line is set at 224.

Golden State is 19-18 on the season and sits 9th in the Western Conference. Indiana is 20-18 and 7th in the East. The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and can be seen on NBCS.<h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Indiana Pacers -7.5This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.<h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-97 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Lock in a Win at Indianapolis?</h3>The Warriors improved to 19-18 this season with a 107-104 win over the Pistons on Thursday. Golden State, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total score of 211 points fell short of the 221.5-point over/under line. Golden State took control with an 11-0 run, turning a 45-35 deficit into a 46-45 lead. They outscored Detroit 32-24 in the 2nd quarter and entered the 4th quarter up 82-74. Despite being outscored 30-25 in the final period, the Warriors held on for the win.Buddy Hield led the Warriors with 19 points and 5 threes in their win over the Pistons, shooting 45.5% from deep. Stephen Curry added 17 points despite hitting just 2 threes at 14.3% efficiency. Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed 14 points on 77.8% shooting, and Dennis Schröder and Gui Santos each chipped in 13 points. Golden State connected on 15 threes, shooting 32.6% from beyond the arc, and finished with a field goal percentage of 46.1%. Hield scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, while Curry added 8 in the 4th. Trayce Jackson-Davis also had 8 points in the 1st quarter.Defensively, the Warriors held the Pistons to 104 points on Thursday, giving up 23 points in the 1st quarter and 24 in the 2nd. Detroit scored 27 in the 3rd and 30 in the 4th, but Golden State still came away with the win. The Pistons shot 45% from the field, including 35% from three-point range, where they made 14 threes. Detroit also went 12/16 from the free-throw line. The Warriors finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, while also recording 9 steals and 7 blocks.<h3>Will Indiana Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3>The Pacers improved to 20-18 on the season with a 129-113 win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Playing at home, Indiana entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread with the 16-point win. The combined score of 242 points fell just short of the 245.5-point total. Indiana took control early, going on a 15-0 run to extend their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. They led 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, allowing the Bulls to outscore them 37-29 in the final period.Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 26 points in their win over the Bulls, shooting 64.7% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Thomas Bryant added 22 points, and Tyrese Haliburton contributed 16 points and 13 assists, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc. Indiana shot 52% from the field, with a below-average 34.5% from three, making just 10 threes. Haliburton scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Andrew Nembhard added 9 of his 14 points in the 4th.Defensively, the Pacers were strong in the 1st quarter, holding the Bulls to just 18 points, and they gave up 26 in the 2nd. However, they struggled in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 32 and 37 points, respectively, but still managed to secure the win. Indiana allowed Chicago to shoot 51% from the field but limited their three-point damage, with the Bulls hitting 12 threes at a 34% clip. The Pacers sent Chicago to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. Indiana also recorded 11 steals in the game.

One of the ten-game NBA slate scheduled for Wednesday, February 15, will be played in Oklahoma, and here you can check out the best Rockets vs. Thunder betting pick and odds.



Houston is hoping to avoid the seventh straight loss when they visit Oklahoma City at Paycom Center. The Thunder are 9-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 235.5 points. These conference rivals will meet for the fourth time this year; the Rockets lead the series 2-1.



Rockets couldn’t do much against the Sixers



The Houston Rockets (13-44, 24-32-1 ATS) are still at the rock-bottom of the Western Conference with the worst record in the entire NBA. The Rockets are currently on a five-game road trip which they opened with a pair of defeats to the Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers, so now they are on a six-game losing skid. Houston shot just 40.7% from the floor and made only six three-pointers opposite Philly’s 15, while the Rockets were also inferior in assists (17-26).



Jalen Green led the Rockets with a game-high 29 points, team-high four assists, and two steals. Kenyon Martin Jr. had 15 points and seven rebounds, Alperen Sengun had 12 points, eight boards, and two thefts, while Jabari Smith Jr. posted a double-double of ten points and a game-high 12 rebounds along with five turnovers.



G Kevin Porter Jr. is sidelined with a left foot contusion, and it is unknown how long he will be out.



Thunder suffered a tight loss to New Orleans



The Oklahoma City Thunder (27-29, 34-21-1 ATS) returned home from a three-game road trip on which they recorded a couple of wins against the Los Angeles Lakers and Portland Trail Blazers. However, the Thunder couldn’t make it three in a row as the New Orleans Pelicans prevented them with a 103-100 victory. Oklahoma City shot 42.2% from the field and trailed by 20 points at one moment, while the Thunder never had a lead in this game.



Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with a double-double of 24 points and game-high ten rebounds along with a game-high five assists and game-high six turnovers. Jalen Williams added 22 points, seven boards, four dishes, and two steals, Josh Giddey contributed a 17/7/4 line, while Isaiah Joe scored 16 points.



F Aleksej Pokusevski (leg) and PF Chet Holmgren (foot) are out indefinitely. SG Eugene Omoruyi (ankle) is questionable to face the Rockets on Wednesday.



Trends:



Houston:



<ul>
<li>7-17 ATS in the last 24 games overall</li>



<li>2-10 ATS in the last 12 road games</li>



<li>7-19 ATS in the last 26 road games vs. a team with a winning home record</li>
</ul>



Oklahoma City:



<ul>
<li>12-5-1 ATS in the last 18 games overall</li>



<li>13-6 ATS in the last 19 home games</li>



<li>7-1 ATS in the last eight games following a straight-up loss</li>
</ul>



Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Pick



Oklahoma City is very much in the playoff race this season, and these are the type of games the Thunder must win. They already suffered a pair of defeats to the Rockets this year, which came as surprise, but I am backing the hosts, who won six of the last nine games at home, to get an easy victory on Wednesday. The Thunder have the fifth-best offense in the NBA that scores 117.6 points per game, while Houston has the second-worst offense that averages 110.0 ppg. Another monster showing from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected here. SGA scored 20+ points in 19 straight games, and I am backing him to score 30+ against Houston.



Pick: Take the Thunder at -8.5 (-120)



The Total



The Thunder have a high-flying offense, but when it comes to defense, they are just 20th in the NBA with 116.6 points allowed per game. Of course, the Rockets’ D is even worse; Houston is allowing 117.9 ppg, so we can expect to see a high-scoring affair on Wednesday. OKC scored a season-high 153 points last time they faced the Rockets, and although I don’t think they will go 150+ here, I am backing the hosts to score plenty of easy buckets. Over is 4-1-1 in the Rockets’ last six overall; Over is 4-1 in the Thunder’s previous five overall, while Over is 18-8 in Oklahoma City’s last 26 home games.



Pick: Go Over 233.5 points (-130)

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