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<p>Planning on watching today's Minutemen and Patriots game? Catch the action at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, VA, as the Patriots hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Atlantic 10 conference contest is set at 138.5 points, with George Mason being favored by -10.5 at home against Massachusetts.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN VS GEORGE MASON PATRIOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at EagleBank Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Patriots.</li><li>Even though we have George Mason winning straight-up, we like Massachusetts at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Minutemen Win in Fairfax?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 5-10 on the season with a 76-72 home win over Dayton on Wednesday. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Minutemen not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>UMass trailed 39-36 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Dayton 40-33. The total points for the game were 148, just over the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Minutemen put up 76 points, shooting 45% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 20 attempts for 15%, but were strong inside, making 60% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, going 19 of 20.</p> <p>Daniel Rivera led the way with 23 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 61.5% overall. Rahsool Diggins, Nate Santos, and Marqui Worthy each added 18 points, with Worthy hitting 63.6% of his shots. Diggins connected on 3 threes, despite shooting just 25% from deep.</p><p>Massachusetts gave up 72 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 45% from the field. Most of the damage came inside, where they allowed 24 two-pointers on 40 attempts, a 60% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Massachusetts held their opponent to just 3 made threes on 20 attempts, a 15% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 95%.</p><h3>Can George Mason Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>George Mason improved to 10-5 on the season with a 64-58 win over Richmond on Wednesday. Despite being -12 favorites, the Patriots didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 32-28 at halftime, George Mason turned things around by outscoring Richmond 36-26 in the second half.</p><p>George Mason's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.6% from the field and finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, with a two-point shooting mark of 41.7% (10/24) and a three-point percentage of 35% (7/20).</p> <p>They did excel at the free-throw line, hitting 82.1% (23/28) of their attempts. Woody Newton and Apostolos Roumoglou both shot 60% from beyond the arc, each hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Dusan Neskovic and Brayden O'Connor led the team with 16 points apiece, with O'Connor also contributing 4 assists.</p><p>George Mason's defense held their opponent to just 58 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (17/44). They limited two-point shooting to 10/24 (41%) and three-point shooting to 7/20 (35%).</p> <p>Despite the strong defensive effort, George Mason sent their opponent to the line 28 times, where they hit 23 free throws (82%). The Patriots also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Utah Jazz are 11-point underdogs as they head to Phoenix to take on the Suns. The Jazz are 14th in the Western Conference and have lost two straight games. The Suns are favored by 11 and are 12th in the West.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will tip-off at 5:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa. The over/under line for this game is 228.5 points.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -11</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-89 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Jazz Chances in Phoenix</h3><p>Utah fell to 9-27 on the season after a 97-92 loss to the Heat on Thursday. The Jazz were +5.5 point underdogs at home but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 189 points was well below the O/U line of 221.</p> <p>Utah got off to a strong start, leading 27-20 after the 1st quarter, but a rough 2nd quarter saw them outscored 26-14. They bounced back in the 3rd, taking a 70-68 lead into the 4th, but were outscored 29-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their 97-92 loss to the Heat, the Jazz shot just 39.8% from the field and 30.6% from three-point range, making 11 threes overall. Collin Sexton and Lauri Markkanen each scored 23 points, with Sexton shooting 50% from the field.</p> <p>Markkanen hit 6 threes at a 40% clip, adding 9 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Walker Kessler contributed 9 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 80% from the floor.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, the Jazz couldn’t secure the win, allowing 97 points to the Heat. Utah gave up 20 points in the 1st quarter, 26 in the 2nd, 22 in the 3rd, and 29 in the 4th. Overall, they held Miami to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Jazz also limited the Heat’s three-point shooting, with Miami making 14 threes at a 28% clip. Utah sent the Heat to the line 15 times, where they hit 11 free throws. Defensively, the Jazz recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Are Phoenix Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 123-115 win over the Hawks on Thursday, the Suns improved to 17-19 for the season. Playing at home, Phoenix covered the -6.5 point spread, while the game’s total of 238 points fell just short of the 239-point O/U line.</p> <p>A key 12-0 run early in the game helped the Suns gain control, but the Hawks responded by outscoring Phoenix 41-30 in the 2nd quarter. The Suns tightened up defensively, holding Atlanta to 20 points in the 3rd quarter, and entered the 4th with a 98-92 lead. Phoenix edged the Hawks 25-23 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Hawks, the Suns shot 57.6% from the field, with Bradley Beal leading the way at 68.8%, finishing with 25 points. Grayson Allen also contributed 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 83.3%.</p> <p>Kevin Durant added 23 points, 14 of which came in the 1st quarter. Allen scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while the Suns made 13 threes, shooting 39.4% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns struggled in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 72 points, but they tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 20 points in the 3rd and 23 in the 4th to help secure the win. Overall, they gave up 115 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed the Hawks to hit 15 threes at a 46% clip. They also sent the Hawks to the line 17 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Suns finished with 7 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Golden Eagles face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Eagles are hosting the game at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, MS. Texas State come into this Sun Belt conference matchup as the -4.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 144.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS STATE BOBCATS VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Texas State Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Texas State Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas State evened their record at 7-7 after a narrow 74-73 win over Troy on Thursday. The Bobcats, who were +7 point underdogs heading into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-32 at halftime, Texas State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Troy 42-32 to secure the win. Their defensive adjustments and ability to limit Troy’s scoring in the 2nd half were key to the comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas State put up 74 points, shooting 42.4% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, and they hit 18 of 21 free throws, good for 85.7% at the line. The Bobcats also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p> <p>Tylan Pope led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 56.2% overall and hitting his only three-point attempt. Mark Drone added 17 points in 20 minutes, while Tayton Conerway contributed 15 points and 4 assists, despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even with Texas State giving up 73 points, their defense struggled to contain the opposition, allowing them to shoot 47% from the field. The Bobcats had a tough time defending inside, where they gave up 17 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas State held their opponents to 5 three-pointers on 17 attempts, a 29% success rate. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 of those for 77%. The Bobcats also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Golden Eagles Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Southern Miss improved to 5-9 on the season with an 84-67 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Thursday. The Golden Eagles were -9.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 151, surpassing the over/under line of 141.5.</p> <p>Southern Miss turned the game around in the second half, outscoring the Warhawks 45-27 after trailing 40-39 at halftime. Their strong defensive effort in the second half was key to the win.</p><p>Southern Miss put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 54% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, with a strong 67.4% shooting on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (5/20).</p> <p>Denijay Harris led the way with 19 points and 18 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Jalen Bolden added 17 points, hitting 3 of 6 from three-point range, while Alfred Worrell Jr. contributed 16 points in just 13 minutes, shooting 63.6% overall.</p><p>Southern Miss gave up 67 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 54% from the field, including 67% on two-point attempts (29/43). The Golden Eagles did limit the damage from beyond the arc, as the opponent shot just 25% on threes, hitting 5 of 20.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opponent went 11/15, shooting 73%. Southern Miss also allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Texas State Bobcats vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The Bruins and Panthers are set to face off at 1:00 ET on ABC. The Panthers will host the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Panthers are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Bruins winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Bruins on the moneyline (+154)</li><li>The Bruins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Make it Happen in Sunrise?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved above .500 to 20-19-5. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6 goals.</p> 

<p>Both goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 3:23 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 9:57. The Bruins’ defense held strong, limiting Seattle to 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Boston’s offense struck early in their 2-0 win over Seattle, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd goal, coming on a power play at the 10:03 mark of the first period.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but didn’t score after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and picked up 4 assists on their two goals.</p><p>Jeremy Swayman turned aside all 23 shots he faced, posting a 100% save percentage and leading the Bruins to a 2-0 shutout victory over the Kraken. Boston's defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks.</p><h3>Will Florida Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Florida improved to 25-15-2 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total of 6 goals falling just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Panthers in the win. They led 2-0 before Dallas tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal in the third period put Florida back on top for good.</p><p>A.J. Greer netted his first goal of the season, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th, an empty-netter, in Florida’s 4-2 victory over Dallas. The Panthers also saw Evan Rodrigues score for the third time this year, and Matthew Tkachuk added a second-period goal, his third of the season.</p> <p>Reinhart picked up his 11th assist on Rodrigues’ goal, and Tomás Nosek earned his first assist on Greer’s goal. The Panthers fired 25 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. Florida had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers gave up two goals in the 2nd period but shut out the Stars in the 1st and 3rd. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, while the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Wild versus the Sharks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The Wild are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Western conference matchup against Sharks. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Sharks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+153)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Minnesota Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Wild improved to 26-12-4 with a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well below that mark.</p>

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring 9:41 into the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild gave up a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they held Toronto scoreless the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the Wild's defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Does San Jose Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped their record to 13-25-6. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 5 goals falling short of that mark.</p>

<p>San Jose took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks responded with three unanswered goals. The Sharks managed to tie it up with 1:17 left in the third, but Vancouver scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds remaining.</p><p>San Jose's offense managed 2 goals on 23 shots in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, scoring at 18:43 in the third period to tie the game 2-2.</p> <p>The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm found the net at 17:23 in the second. San Jose recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense gave up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left in the third period, resulting in a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves, posting a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Commodores and Tigers face off at 3:30 ET on SECN. The Tigers are hosting the game at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. This Southeastern conference matchup has an over/under of 156.5 points, and Missouri is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. Vanderbilt.</p><h3>VANDERBILT COMMODORES VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri Tigers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 3:30 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Missouri pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Commodores Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Vanderbilt dropped to 13-2 on the season after a 76-64 home loss to Mississippi State on Tuesday. The Commodores entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Vanderbilt trailed 39-28 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 36 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Vanderbilt struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.5% from the field and 19.2% from three-point range, hitting only 5 of 26 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, and they managed 64 points, with 16 offensive rebounds and 11 assists.</p> <p>RJ Melendez led the way with 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 57.1% overall. AJ Hoggard added 18 points and 3 assists, while Cameron Matthews contributed 16 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Vanderbilt's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field. The Commodores allowed 17 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 47% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Vanderbilt's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 26 attempts, just 19% shooting. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15, a 75% success rate. Vanderbilt gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Missouri Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Missouri improved to 12-3 this season with an 83-67 win over LSU on Tuesday. Playing at home, Missouri was a -7.5 point favorite and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 150, just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Missouri took control early, leading 42-27 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they scored 41 points but allowed 40, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>Missouri's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.4%, thanks in part to hitting 48% from three-point range, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts. They also made 21 of 27 free throws, good for 77.8%.</p> <p>Tamar Bates led the way with 20 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and from three. Cam Carter and Anthony Robinson II each added 16 points, with Robinson dishing out 4 assists. Dji Bailey also contributed 11 points, 4 assists, and shot 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Missouri's defensive efforts, they allowed 67 points on 46% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 12 threes, with the opposing team hitting 48% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Missouri sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they converted 21 free throws for 77%. The Tigers also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Vanderbilt Commodores vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

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<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Mountaineers game? Catch the action at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC, as the Mountaineers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 133.5 points, and Appalachian State is favored by -1 to win at home against James Madison.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers -1</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dukes Lock in a Win at Boone?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dukes dropped to 7-7 on the season after a narrow 80-78 loss to Marshall on Thursday. James Madison came into the game as +1.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>James Madison led 34-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 44 of their own. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the over/under line of 142.5.</p><p>James Madison put up 78 points in their latest game, shooting 47.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They connected on 53.3% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 threes on 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, the Dukes shot 70.6%, making 12 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Jalen Speer was perfect from deep, hitting all 7 of his three-point attempts, finishing with 27 points on 9-of-13 shooting. Mark Freeman led the team with 31 points, shooting 12-of-25 from the field. The Dukes recorded 13 offensive rebounds and just 5 assists in the game.</p><p>James Madison's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 27 of 65 attempts. They were able to limit damage inside the arc, holding the other team to 34% shooting on two-point attempts, where they went 14 for 41.</p> <p>However, the Dukes struggled to defend the three-point line, allowing 13 threes on 24 attempts, a 54% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 13, shooting 72%. James Madison allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Mountaineers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Appalachian State improved to 6-7 on the season with a 74-51 win over Coastal Carolina on Wednesday. The Mountaineers, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Appalachian State led 37-19 at halftime and scored another 37 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 32. The game’s total points fell just under the 126.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Appalachian State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field and hitting 43.5% from three-point range, connecting on 10 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, and they added 14 offensive rebounds and 18 assists.</p> <p>CJ Huntley led the way with 21 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 44.4% overall and from three (4/9). Myles Tate contributed 17 points and 7 assists, while Jordan Battle added 14 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense held their opponent to 51 points, despite allowing them to shoot 43% from the field. The Mountaineers gave up 15 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 10 threes on 23 attempts, shooting 43%. Appalachian State also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws, a 70% success rate.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

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.

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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.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Canucks and Maple Leafs face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Maple Leafs are hosting the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 vs. the Canucks in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Maple Leafs will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Vancouver?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 18-13-10. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the second period, the Canucks tied it up at 5:19. They took the lead in the third before the Sharks evened the score again. Pius Suter’s goal with just 26 seconds left secured the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored Vancouver’s first goal in the second period and then netted the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 15:38 in the third period.</p> <p>The Canucks registered 27 shots on goal and tallied 25 offensive giveaways. They were held scoreless in the first period before Suter’s third goal of the season tied the game 1-1 at 5:19 in the second period.</p><p>Defensively, the Canucks will look to improve after giving up the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and another late in the third at 18:43. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Canucks' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Will the Maple Leafs Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Maple Leafs fell to 27-14-2 with a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. Toronto, as the puck line underdog, failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> <p>After the Wild scored first, William Nylander tied it up with a goal at 19:08 in the first period. The game remained tied until the Wild scored at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season in the Maple Leafs' 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. Nylander's goal came at 19:08 in the first period and was his third shot on goal. Toronto fired 28 shots on goal but only managed one score.</p> <p>Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist of the season, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th. The Leafs struggled with giveaways, committing 10 in the game.</p><p>Toronto's defense gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime, but they kept the Wild off the board for the entire second and third periods. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense registered 30 hits and 2 takeaways.</p>

Vancouver Canucks vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Timberwolves (-120) will host the Grizzlies (+101) in a Western Conference matchup. Minnesota is currently favored by 1.5 points and has won three straight games. The over/under line for this game is 230 points.</p>

<p>Memphis is 24-14 and sits third in the Western Conference, while Minnesota is 20-17 and seventh. The game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and can be seen on FDSN.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 148-121 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Memphis?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 24-14 on the season after a 119-115 home loss to the Rockets on Thursday. Memphis, favored by three points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 234 narrowly missed the over/under line of 234.5.</p> <p>Houston’s 12-0 run early on shifted momentum, taking the score from 22-19 to 31-22. Memphis tried to fight back, winning the 2nd quarter 27-23 and holding the Rockets to 18 points in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough as they couldn’t overcome a 101-92 deficit heading into the final period.</p><p>Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 27 points in their 119-115 loss to the Rockets, scoring 14 of those in the 3rd quarter. Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 21 points, and Desmond Bane added 16, with 10 coming in the final period.</p> <p>Memphis shot 50% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 31.2% of their threes, making 10 in total. Bane connected on 2 threes, shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, the Grizzlies couldn’t overcome a 45-point 1st quarter by the Rockets, ultimately allowing 119 points in Thursday’s loss. Memphis held Houston to 42% shooting from the field and gave up 13 three-pointers at a 38% clip.</p> <p>The Grizzlies sent the Rockets to the line 41 times, where they hit 24 free throws. Memphis recorded 33 defensive rebounds but allowed 16 offensive boards. They also contributed 9 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Timberwolves Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Timberwolves improved to 20-17 on the season with a 104-89 road win over the Magic on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 6 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 193 points fell short of the 199.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Timberwolves went on a 12-0 run, extending the score from 40-37 to 49-40. They led 78-62 heading into the 4th quarter, and although Orlando outscored them 27-26 in the final period, Minnesota’s early dominance secured the win.</p><p>Julius Randle led the Timberwolves with 23 points and 10 rebounds in their win over the Magic, shooting 50% from the field. Anthony Edwards added 21 points despite hitting just 26.3% of his shots, connecting on 4 threes at 36.4%.</p> <p>Minnesota shot 40% overall, with 12 made threes at 35.3%. Naz Reid contributed 16 points, hitting 2 threes at 50%, while Donte DiVincenzo chipped in 12 points, scoring 6 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Timberwolves put on a defensive clinic against the Magic, holding them to just 89 points on Thursday. Minnesota's defense was consistent throughout, giving up 18 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, 23 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th. Overall, they limited Orlando to 37% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Timberwolves were equally effective, allowing just 10 made threes on 25% shooting. They sent the Magic to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13. Minnesota also recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cyclones versus the Red Raiders? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN. The game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. Iowa State is favored by -1.5 in this Big 12 conference matchup the against Texas Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 146.5 points.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Tech Red Raiders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Texas Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iowa State Win on the Road?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 13-1 on the season with an 82-59 win over Utah on Tuesday. The Cyclones were -16.5 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 152.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Iowa State led 38-25 at halftime and added 44 points in the second half while allowing 34. Their strong defensive effort helped them keep Utah in check and secure the win.</p><p>Iowa State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 22 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a strong showing inside, connecting on 53.8% of their two-point shots (21/39).</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Tamin Lipsey and Gabe Madsen each added 20 points, with Madsen hitting 4 threes despite shooting just 28.6% from deep (4/14).</p><p>Even with Iowa State allowing 59 points, their defense gave up a 44% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 27 of 61 shots. Inside the arc, Iowa State's defense allowed 53% shooting, as the other team connected on 21 of 39 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Iowa State held the opposition to 6 of 22 shooting, or 27%. The Cyclones also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 75%. Iowa State gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Red Raiders Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 11-3 on the season with a 72-67 road win over BYU on Tuesday. The Red Raiders entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Trailing 34-32 at halftime, Texas Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring BYU 40-33. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.4%, and they grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, with 12 assists as a team.</p> <p>Elijah Hawkins led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 9 threes and adding 5 assists. Darrion Williams contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field, while Chance McMillian added 16 points and 8 boards.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense gave up 67 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field. They were effective in limiting three-point damage, holding the other team to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Red Raiders allowed 20 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, with the other team shooting 58%. Texas Tech also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 12, shooting 57%.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Musketeers and Blue Demons game? Catch the action at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL, as the Blue Demons hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FS1. Xavier is favored by -5.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against DePaul. The over/under for the game is set at 151.5 points.</p><h3>XAVIER MUSKETEERS VS DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wintrust Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Demons.</li><li>Not only will DePaul pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Musketeers Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Xavier dropped to 9-7 on the season after an 82-72 home loss to St. John's on Tuesday. The Musketeers entered the game as +1.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 154 went over the pre-game total of 152.5.</p> <p>Trailing 41-37 at halftime, Xavier couldn't turn things around in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Xavier's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 36.7% overall and 22.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 24 of 25 attempts for 96%.</p> <p>Zach Freemantle led the way with 22 points, while Zuby Ejiofor and RJ Luis Jr. each added 18 points, with Ejiofor grabbing 12 rebounds. Dayvion McKnight contributed 8 assists, and Kadary Richmond added 6 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite Xavier holding their opponent to 36% shooting from the field, they still gave up 82 points. The Musketeers limited damage from beyond the arc, allowing just 4 threes on 18 attempts for 22% shooting.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Xavier's defense allowed 42% shooting on two-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the line 25 times, where they converted 24 free throws for 96%. Xavier gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can DePaul Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>DePaul fell to 9-7 on the season after an 85-80 loss to Seton Hall on Wednesday. The Blue Demons were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 165, well over the 133.5 O/U line.</p> <p>DePaul looked strong early, leading 41-26 at halftime. However, they struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 42, leading to the loss.</p><p>DePaul's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on 13 of 35 three-point attempts, hitting 37.1% from deep, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 15 of 19 for 78.9%.</p> <p>Isaiah Coleman and Dylan Addae-Wusu each scored 24 points, with Addae-Wusu adding 7 assists. Both players hit 4 threes, with Addae-Wusu shooting 55.6% from beyond the arc. Troy D'Amico was efficient, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 83.3% overall, finishing with 18 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>DePaul’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 54% of their two-point attempts, going 18/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, DePaul’s defense gave up 11 threes on 22 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws (72%).</p>

Xavier Musketeers vs DePaul Blue Demons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Betting on today's Monarchs and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Sun Belt conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with South Alabama being favored by -14.5 at home against Old Dominion.</p><h3>OLD DOMINION MONARCHS VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Even though we have South Alabama winning straight-up, we like Old Dominion at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Old Dominion?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Old Dominion improved to 5-9 on the season with a 71-60 road win over Louisiana-Lafayette on Thursday. The Monarchs entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Old Dominion led 32-30 at halftime and outscored the Ragin' Cajuns 39-30 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 131, falling under the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They hit 53.6% of their two-point attempts and went 7-for-21 from three, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 76.9%, making 20 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Sean Durugordon led the Monarchs with 20 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three. Jeremiah Evans was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots in just 16 minutes, finishing with 19 points. Jaden Johnson contributed 13 points and 6 assists, while Robert Davis Jr. also added 13 points, despite shooting just 30.8% from the field and 22.2% from three.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense held their opponent to 60 points, with a 42% shooting performance from the field. They allowed 20 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 47% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Monarchs limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 12 attempts, a 25% shooting clip. They also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 11, shooting 57%. Old Dominion gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>South Alabama improved to 10-4 on the season with a 76-62 win over Arkansas State on Thursday. The Jaguars, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line, finishing at 138.</p> <p>South Alabama led 41-31 at halftime and maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Arkansas State 35-31 to seal the win.</p><p>South Alabama's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 50% of their three-point attempts (12/24). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.6%, with 18 assists on 26 made field goals.</p> <p>Elijah Ormiston led the way with 22 points, shooting 75% overall and 80% from deep (4/5). Judah Brown also had a strong performance, hitting 3 of 4 threes and finishing with 11 points in just 11 minutes.</p><p>Despite South Alabama giving up 62 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 56% from the field, including 63% on two-pointers. The Jaguars also gave up 12 threes, with their opponent hitting 50% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>South Alabama sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 attempts for 66%. The Jaguars limited second-chance opportunities, allowing just 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Old Dominion Monarchs vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bison and Mountaineers face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mountaineers are hosting the game at Knott Arena in Emmitsburg, MD. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Mountaineers as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>HOWARD BISON VS MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers -1</p><p>This game will be played at Knott Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Mount St. Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bison Have a Shot at a Win at Emmitsburg?</h3><p>Howard is about to play their seventh game of the season and currently have a 2-4 record. When playing on the road, the Bison have yet to win a game, going 0-4, while they are undefeated at home with a 2-0 record. Howard has a subpar ATS performance, sitting below .500 with a 2-4 record. In their last five games, they are 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Howard have had an average of 155.2 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 152.6 points. Their over/under record is 4-2-0. The Bison have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 71 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The Howard offense is coming off a game in which they scored 61 points vs. Bryant. Overall their field goal percentage was 31.8% while connecting on 7 threes. The top scorer for the Bison was Seth Towns with 16 points, while Shy Odom also added 16 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Coming into the game, Howard will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 80.0 points per game (181st). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Howard's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 46.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.3% this season.</p><h3>Can the Mountaineers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Mount St. Mary's comes into their 5th game of the season with a record of 1-3. In their previous five home games, which includes last year, Mount St. Mary's has a 1-4 record at home. Before today's game, Mount St. Mary's has yet to cover the spread, sitting at 0-4 ATS. Taking into account their performance from last season, Mount St. Mary's has gone 2-8 ATS in their last ten games.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Mount St. Mary's have had an average of 135.8 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 134.6 points. Their over/under record is 1-3-0. When analyzing the Mountaineers' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 70 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>Most recently, the Mount St. Mary's offense finished with just 65 points vs. American. For the game, they hit 4/18 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 42.4%. Offensively, the Mountaineers have a season long field goal percentage of 42%, which is 307th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 411st in percentage and 354th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Mount St. Mary's defense is giving up an average of 69.8 points per contest. Mount St. Mary's will look once again to perform well on defense, holding American to just 39% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

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