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<p>ESPN+ will be covering the Tulane Green Wave vs. UAB Blazers matchup, set to kick off at 1:00 ET from Protective Stadium in Birmingham. Tulane comes in with a 3-2 record, while UAB is looking to improve on their 1-3 start to the season. The over/under line is at 55.5 points, with Tulane favored at -14.5 points. Be sure to catch this week six college football matchup.</p><h3>TULANE GREEN WAVE VS UAB BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAB Blazers +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Protective Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, October 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAB BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Tulane Green Wave winning this one by a score of 35 to 27</li><li>Even though we like the Tulane Green Wave to win, our ATS pick is to take the UAB Blazers at +14.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 55.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Tulane Green Wave Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Tulane enters Week 6 against UAB with a 3-2 record, ranked 40th in our power rankings. They have a 99.8% chance of becoming bowl-eligible and a 53.2% shot at winning the American Athletic. So far, they are 1-1 on the road and 1-1 at home this season.</p><p></p><p>The Green Wave have a +14.6 average scoring margin and are 3-1 against the spread. They’ve covered both times as the favorite and are 2-0 ATS at home.</p><p></p><p>Tulane’s over/under record is 3-1, with their games averaging 59 points. This week’s line is 55.5, compared to their average line of 52.6 points.</p><p>Tulane’s offense is averaging 36.8 points per game, placing them 24th in the nation as they head into week 6. They are ranked 36th in our offensive power rankings. Their run game is a key strength, with 39.8 rushing attempts per game, ranking 10th nationally, and they average 196.4 rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Makhi Hughes leads Tulane’s rushing attack with 485 yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Quarterback Darian Mensah has thrown for 1,122 yards, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions, with a passer rating of 116. Tulane ranks 16th nationally in passer rating and 8th in third-down conversions, converting 53.2% of their attempts.</p><p>In their recent game against South Florida, Tulane's defense allowed just 10 points, giving up only 201 total yards. The Green Wave held South Florida to 26 rushing yards on 25 carries and 175 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>So far this season, Tulane's defense has allowed 22.2 points per game. They rank 34th in the nation, giving up 172 passing yards per game, and 149 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 79.9 against Tulane, completing 61.6% of their passes.</p><h3>Are The UAB Blazers Going Win In At Upset At Protective Stadium</h3><p>UAB enters Week 6 with a 1-3 record, facing Tulane at home. They rank 110th in our power rankings and have just a 10.3% chance of being bowl-eligible this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Blazers have been favored in only one game this season, and their average scoring margin is -5.2 points per game. Against the spread, they are 1-2, with a 1-1 record on the road and 0-1 at home.</p> <p></p><p>UAB’s over/under record is 2-1, with their games averaging 51.2 points. Their average over/under line is 57.7 points, and this week’s line is set at 55.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 6, UAB’s offense is averaging 23 points per game, placing them 72nd nationally. Our rankings have them as the 94th best offense in college football. Jacob Zeno has thrown for 819 yards and has a passer rating of 88, matching the team’s overall passer rating. He has six touchdowns but also five interceptions. UAB is 98th in passing yards per game, averaging 204.8 yards.</p> <p>UAB ranks 31st in rushing attempts, averaging 41.5 carries per game, which has led to 175.5 rushing yards per game. Lee Beebe Jr. has rushed for 265 yards, averaging 4 yards per carry, and has scored three touchdowns. Zeno has completed 69.5% of his passes, ranking 15th in the nation in completion percentage.</p><p>UAB's defense struggled in their recent game, allowing 41 points in a 41-18 loss to Navy. They gave up 452 total yards, including 227 rushing yards on 42 attempts and 225 passing yards. Navy completed 9 of 11 passes and scored five touchdowns, three on the ground and two through the air.</p> <p></p><p>For the season, UAB ranks 10th nationally in passing yards allowed, giving up just 133.2 yards per game. However, they’ve struggled against the run, allowing 205.2 rushing yards per game, which ranks 148th in the country.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Warriors versus the Gaels? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 127.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -20.5 over Merrimack College.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Merrimack College Warriors +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-66 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Mary's winning straight-up, we like Merrimack College at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Merrimack College as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Merrimack College Warriors Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Warriors fell to 5-7 on the season after a 74-68 loss to Stanford on Tuesday. Despite being +15.5 point underdogs, Merrimack kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-30 at halftime, the Warriors outscored Stanford 38-35 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game went over the 135.5 O/U line, finishing at 142.</p><p>Merrimack put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 56.7% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28% on 7 of 25 shooting. At the free-throw line, they converted 76.5%, making 13 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 32 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three. Oziyah Sellers added 19 points, hitting 72.7% overall and 50% from deep. Jaylen Blakes was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 16 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Merrimack College's defensive efforts, they couldn't keep their opponent from putting up 74 points. The Warriors allowed a 44% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 25 of their 56 field goal attempts.</p> <p>Merrimack gave up 11 three-pointers on 23 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 13 of those tries, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Can Saint Mary's Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Mary's fell to 8-2 on the season after a 67-65 loss to Boise State on Saturday, December 14th. The Gaels, who were -2.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 132, under the pre-game O/U line of 139.</p> 

<p>In the game, Saint Mary's trailed 32-26 at halftime but made a push in the second half, outscoring Boise State 33-27. However, it wasn't enough to secure the win.</p><p>Saint Mary's struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.7% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, finishing with 65 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they managed 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Tyson Degenhart led the Gaels with 19 points, though he shot 38.5% overall and just 1 of 6 from deep. Augustas Marciulionis added 17 points and 6 assists, while Alvaro Cardenas contributed 14 points, hitting 5 of 8 shots and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Saint Mary's Gaels gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 21 of 51 attempts. Defensively, the Gaels allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Gaels held the opposition to just 4 made threes on 14 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. The Gaels also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts for 77%. Saint Mary's allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Merrimack College Warriors vs Saint Mary's Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Vandals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Vandals at ICCU Arena in Moscow, ID. Get ready to place your bets! The Eagles come into this Big Sky conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN WASHINGTON EAGLES VS IDAHO VANDALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at ICCU Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Vandals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</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>Can the Eagles Lock in a Win at Moscow?</h3><p>Eastern Washington enters this game as the favorite, as they have gone 5-0 in games where they are favored this season. So far, the Eagles have a record of 8-7, including a 4-game win streak. In Big Sky play, they are a perfect 2-0.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Eastern Washington has struggled, going just 3-7. So far, their average scoring margin on the road is -10.0 points per game. In their last game, the Eagles beat North Dakota State by a score of 91-83.</p><p>Eastern Washington has been a strong team against the spread this season, going 10-3 overall. They have been even better vs. the spread when favored, going 5-0. On the road, their ATS mark is 7-3 and they have gone 3-0 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Eagles are 7-3 and they are 7-3 on the road vs. the spread this season.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Eastern Washington games is 9-4, and today's line of 146.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (149.3). So far, 8 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's total. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 164 points.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, Eastern Washington's offense scored 91 points against North Dakota State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 60.8%, and they went 19/25 from the free-throw line. Cedric Coward is leading the team in scoring at 13.8 points per contest. Dane Erikstrup has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.3 going into the game.</p><p>The Eagles' defense is presently ranked 209th nationally, allowing an average of 73.2 points per contest. So far, the Eastern Washington defense is giving up an average of 8.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13.1 times per game (643rd).</p><h3>Are Idaho Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Idaho will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak when they host Eastern Washington. So far, the Vandals have gone 3-4 at home, and they have a scoring margin of +4.3 points per game at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Idaho is 7-8 this season, and they have gone 1-1 in Big Sky games. As the underdog, the Vandals have gone 2-8, and they have gone 2-4 on their home court.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Idaho has an ATS record of 3-7 and is just 0-3 vs. the spread in their last three games. At home, the Vandals have gone 3-3-1 ATS this year and are 3-4-1 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games.</p><p>Idaho's over/under record this season sits at 7-5-1, and today's over/under line of 146.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (140.7). So far, eight of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points.</p><p>The Idaho offense is coming off a game in which they scored 67 points vs. St. Thomas (MN). Overall their field goal percentage was 41.4% while connecting on 8 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Quinn Denker, who is averaging 11.9 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Julius Mims also maintains a PPG average of 11 heading into game.</p><p>At present, the Vandals' defense is nationally ranked 124th, allowing 69.5 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.4 threes per game vs. Eastern Washington. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 36.7%.</p>

Eastern Washington Eagles vs Idaho Vandals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>First pitch for Friday's matchup between the Cardinals and Giants is set for 10:15 PM ET from Oracle Park in San Francisco, CA. The Giants are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -130, while the Cardinals' money line odds are at +110. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>This NL matchup features Cardinals pitcher Miles Mikolas and Giants starter Landen Roupp. The Cardinals are 2nd in the NL Central with an overall record of 81-78, while the Giants are 4th in the NL West at 79-80. NBCS will be televising Friday's game.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline -130</p><p>This game will be played at Oracle Park at 10:15 ET on Friday, September 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS GIANTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cardinals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>Led by a big game by Lars Nootbaar at the plate, the Cardinals are coming off a game in which they scored eight runs on 12 hits. However, they still took the loss, as the Rockies scored 10 runs. St. Louis was the slight favorite at -114 on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>Kyle Gibson had a rough outing, giving up four earned runs on five hits and issuing three walks. The Cardinals also used five relievers, and Ryan Fernandez took the loss out of the bullpen. He only pitched 2/3 of an inning, but the Rockies scored two runs in the bottom of the 8th to take the lead.</p><p>St. Louis is 81-78 overall and trails the Brewers by 10 games in the NL Central. The Cardinals are 26-26 against other teams in the division. The Cardinals will be on the road today, taking on the Giants, and they are 2-0 as the underdog in their last two games.</p>

<p>At home, the Cardinals are 44-37 this season and 37-41 on the road. They have won three straight series, and their overall series record is 27-20-5 this year. St. Louis has also been good in close games, going 25-17 in one-run games this season.</p><p>When betting on the run line, the Cardinals have been a better play as the underdog than the favorite, as they are 53-28 against the run line when getting points. They are 40-38 against the run line on the road, and their average run margin in winning games is +2.7, while it's -3.5 in losses.</p><p>The St. Louis Cardinals are on the road today against the San Francisco Giants. The over/under line for today's game is set at 7.5 runs. The combined run average for Cardinals games this season is 8.6 runs per game. St. Louis has an over/under record of 73-82 this season, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, the Cardinals have a record of 13-23. The over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs for 116 of their games this season, accounting for 73.0% of their games. Only 7 of their games have had an over/under line set lower than 7.5 runs, making up just 4.4% of their games.</p><p>Right-hander Miles Mikolas is starting for the Cardinals today as he faces the Giants on the road. So far this season, he has made 31 starts and has a record of 9-11 with a 5.35 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Mikolas has a WHIP of 1.27 and opponents are batting .280 this season. In his 31 appearances, Mikolas has turned in 15 quality starts. Per nine innings, he is averaging 6.37 strikeouts and just 1.3 walks. Mikolas' last outing came on September 21st, where he picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one earned run. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight outings.</p><p>St. Louis comes into today's game averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. As a team, they are batting a collective .246, which is 11th in the MLB. The Cardinals have been led in home runs by Paul Goldschmidt and Alec Burleson, who have 22 and 21 homers, respectively. Brendan Donovan has also been a consistent run producer for the Cardinals, as his 69 RBIs are 3rd in the league.</p>

<p>Over his last five games, Iván Herrera has gone 6/13 with two homers and four RBIs. This has helped him move his season batting average up to .274. Nolan Arenado is also on a five-game hitting streak for the Cardinals. Goldschmidt and Burleson are also near the top of the league in RBIs, as Goldschmidt is 4th and Burleson is 1st.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>The Giants will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Diamondbacks with an 8-2 loss. San Francisco was the +212 underdog on the money line going into this matchup. Things started off well for the Giants, as they got on the board with a run in the 2nd inning but gave up the lead right away as the Diamondbacks scored three times in the bottom of the second.</p>

<p>Mason Black got the start for the Giants and took the loss. He only lasted 2 2/3 innings, giving up four earned runs on five hits. The Giants couldn't get anything going offensively after their 2nd inning run, and Heliot Ramos scored the team's other run, going 2/3 at the plate.</p><p>San Francisco is 79-80 overall, and they are 4th in the NL West, trailing the Dodgers by 16 games. So far, they are 26-26 in divisional games. The Giants will be taking on the Cardinals at home today, and they are 41-37 at home this year.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Giants are 33-48 this year compared to 46-32 as the favorite. They come into today's game having won three straight as the favorite. The Giants have an overall series record of 25-22-4 and have won three straight series overall. At home, they have dropped four straight series.</p><p>The Giants have a run line record of 81-78 this season, with an average run margin of 0.0. They are 34-44 against the run line at home, with an average scoring margin of 0.1 per game. When they are favored, they are 33-45 against the run line, but they are 48-33 when they are the underdog.</p><p>San Francisco is playing at home against the St. Louis Cardinals, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Giants have an over/under record of 81-71 this season, and their games have had an average combined run total of 8.6 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs this season, the Giants' games have gone over the total 32 times and under 25 times. Overall, 50.3% of San Francisco's games this season have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs, and the over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Giants starter Landen Roupp has made three starts this year and 22 appearances. His record for the season is 1-1, and he has an ERA of 2.70. In his last outing, Roupp picked up the win, going five innings and not giving up a run. He only allowed three hits in that outing. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight outings. Opponents are batting .193 off the right-hander this year. Roupp's WHIP for the season is 1.24, and he is averaging 8.29 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>San Francisco's offense has been pretty average this season, averaging 4.3 runs per game (17th in the league). They are also just 16th in team batting average and have an on-base percentage of just .305. The Giants are also just 14th in home runs this season. Over his last five games, Matt Chapman has three homers, but he is just 4/19 in this stretch. Chapman's 27 homers is the best mark on the team and 15th in the league.</p>

<p>Heliot Ramos is also near the top of the Giants' home run leaderboard, as he has 22 homers this season, which is good for 2nd on the team. Ramos has also gone 7/22 in his last five games, including a home run. He is also on a three-game hitting streak. Collectively, the Giants have two of the league's top 15 home run hitters in Chapman and Ramos.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs San Francisco Giants Betting Pick & Prediction 9/27/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Gauchos and Titans game? Catch the action at Titan Gym in Fullerton, CA, as the Titans hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Big West matchup, UC Santa Barbara is favored by -1 vs. Cal State Fullerton. The over/under for the game is 139.5 points.</p><h3>UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS VS CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal State Fullerton Titans +1</p><p>This game will be played at Titan Gym at 9:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Titans.</li><li>Not only will Cal State Fullerton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Fullerton Possible for the Gauchos?</h3><p>UC Santa Barbara comes into this game as the favorite, as they have been in 16 of their 27 games this season. They have a record of 9-7 in those games, and they will look to improve on that mark against Cal State Fullerton.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Gauchos have gone 6-6, and they have a scoring differential of -0.1 points per game. Over their last 10 games away from home, they have a record of 5-5.</p><p>UC Santa Barbara has an ATS record of 9-15-1 this season and they are 5-10-1 vs. the spread when favored. On the road, the Gauchos are 6-6 ATS and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they have gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for UC Santa Barbara games is 15-10. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 145, and the average scoring total is 145.2. Today's over/under line of 139.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games. Their last three games have had an average scoring total of 151 points, and their over/under record in their last 10 games is 7-3.</p><p>UC Santa Barbara's offense had a good outing, putting up 83 points against Cal Poly. They achieved a 55.1% field goal percentage and went 26/33 from the free-throw line. Ajay Mitchell was the leading scorer for the Gauchos, putting up 22 points. In addition, Yohan Traore contributed 19 points.</p><p>So far, the Gauchos' defense is ranked 182nd in the country at 72.6 points per contest. So far, the UC Santa Barbara defense is giving up an average of 7.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.3 times per game (634th).</p><h3>Can Cal State Fullerton Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Cal State Fullerton is 4-6 at home this season, and they are 6-14 when they are the underdog. They have played 29 games this year, going 13-16 overall and 6-11 in Big West Conference play. Over their last ten games at home, the Titans have a record of 4-6.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, Cal State Fullerton defeated Long Beach State by a score of 76-71. This season, they have been the underdog 20 times, going 6-14 in those games. Their average scoring margin at home this year is +0.6 points per game.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton has an ATS record of 13-14 this season and they are 10-10 vs. the spread when listed as the underdog. Their home ATS mark is just 3-7 and they have gone 2-7 vs. the number in their last 10 games at home. As the underdog, the Titans have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games vs. the spread.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's over/under record for the season sits at 14-13 and the average over/under line in their games is 136.6. So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 139.5. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 130 points and their over/under record over their last 10 games is 5-5.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 76 points against Long Beach State. This output exceeded their season average of 67.2 points per game. Leading the team in scoring is DJ Brewton, who is averaging 15.9 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Max Jones also maintains a PPG average of 15.2 heading into game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Cal State Fullerton defense is giving up an average of 68.2 points per contest. Cal State Fullerton will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Long Beach State to just 38% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs Cal State Fullerton Titans Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
<h2 id="h-best-college-basketball-sportsbooks" class="wp-block-heading">BEST COLLEGE BASKETBALL SPORTSBOOKS</h2>
Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

Here are some of the best college basketball sportsbooks that you should be using.

Best College Basketball Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Warriors and River Hawks. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the River Hawks at Costello Athletic Center in Lowell, MA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 137.5 points, and Massachusetts-Lowell is favored by -7.5 vs. Merrimack College.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Costello Athletic Center at 6:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 88-60 in favor of the River Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts-Lowell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Merrimack College Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Merrimack's season continued with a tough 78-39 road loss to Butler on Friday. Entering the game as +12.5 point underdogs, the Warriors not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 117, falling short of the 135.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 37-31 at halftime, Merrimack's offense struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 8 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Merrimack's offense struggled mightily in their last game, putting up just 39 points while shooting 29.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 31.6%, and they hit only 3 of 21 attempts from beyond the arc, shooting 14.3% from three-point range. The Warriors also struggled at the free-throw line, making just 2 of 7 attempts for a 28.6% shooting percentage.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, Merrimack managed just 6 rebounds, and they finished with 11 assists as a team. Pierre Brooks II was a bright spot, scoring 23 points and grabbing 12 rebounds while shooting 9 of 14 from the field and 4 of 5 from three-point range. Andre Screen also had a strong performance, hitting 5 of 6 shots and finishing with 12 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Merrimack College's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Merrimack's defense saw the other team hit 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the line 31 times, where they converted 22 free throws at a 71% clip. Merrimack also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the River Hawks Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The River Hawks picked up an 80-70 win over Quinnipiac on Saturday, November 23rd, at home. They entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win. The combined points of 150 fell just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>UMass-Lowell turned the game around in the 2nd half after trailing 41-32 at halftime. They outscored Quinnipiac 48-29 in the final 20 minutes to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Massachusetts-Lowell's offense put up 80 points, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 62.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.8% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-22 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they converted 15 of 19 attempts, good for 78.9%.</p> <p>The River Hawks dished out 22 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds. Quinton Mincey led the way with 31 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 56.5% overall and 50% from three. Max Brooks was perfect from the field, hitting all 7 of his shots, while Paul Otieno added 18 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p><p>Massachusetts-Lowell's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents went 7/22, shooting 31%. Massachusetts-Lowell also sent them to the line 19 times, where they hit 15 free throws, a 78% clip. The River Hawks gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Merrimack College Warriors vs Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

<p>At 6:40 PM ET, the Reds and Cardinals will square off in an NL Central matchup. This one is being played at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, and the Reds are favored on the money line (-134). The money line odds for a Cardinals win are sitting at +114, and they are 2nd in the NL Central, with a record of 60-59. The Reds have won two straight and are 4th in the division at 58-61.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 9 runs, and the forecast for Tuesday's game in Cincinnati calls for scattered clouds and temperatures in the mid-80s. Erick Fedde is starting for the Cardinals, while Hunter Greene goes for the Reds. BSOH is carrying this game on TV.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline -134</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Cincinnati cruised to a 6-1 win over the Cardinals in the most recent game of this series. The Reds had a huge 3rd inning, scoring three of their six runs. As for the Cardinals, they scored their only run in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Reds were the slight underdogs at +125.</p>

<p>Andrew Abbott pitched well for the Reds in this one, going 6 2/3 innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued two walks. Sonny Gray had a rough outing for the Cardinals, giving up six runs in five innings of work.</p>

<p>Spencer Steer was the difference for the Reds' offense, as he homered twice, scored two runs, and finished with five RBIs. Elly De La Cruz also had a two-hit game and drove in a run.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is 60-59 overall and 7.5 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. The Cardinals have lost two straight games, and they are 17-20 against other teams in the NL Central. So far, they have been good at home, going 31-27, and they are just under .500 at 29-32 on the road.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Cardinals have gone 19-23 this season, and they are 31-30 when favored. St. Louis' overall series record is 18-16-4, and they are losing their current series vs. the Reds. The Cardinals are 4-6 over their last ten games.</p><p>The Cardinals have been a good bet on the run line this season, going 58-61 overall. They have been a better bet on the run line as an underdog, going 38-20. They have not been a good bet on the run line as the favorite, going just 20-41. Their average run margin in winning games is +2.7, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.6. They have a losing streak against the run line on the road, going 2-0 in their last two games.</p><p>When the St. Louis Cardinals are on the road, the over/under line is set at 9 runs. This season, the Cardinals' games have averaged 8.7 runs per game, and their over/under record is 58-58. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 9 runs, their record is 10-9-1. Only 6.7% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs or higher, with the majority of their games (76.5%) having lower lines.</p><p>Right-hander Erick Fedde gets the start for the Cardinals today as he faces the Reds on the road. He has made 23 starts this season and has a record of 8-5 with a 3.28 ERA. Fedde's WHIP for the season is currently 1.15, and opponents are batting .226 off him this year. In his last outing, he picked up the win, going five innings and giving up just one earned run to the Rays. Before that, he had lost three straight starts. Fedde has been much better at home, coming in with a 2.06 ERA compared to 4.71 on the road.</p><p>Heading into the game, the Cardinals are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They have been slightly better at home, averaging 4.3 runs per game. As a team, they are batting .246, which is 11th in the league, and their on-base percentage of .310 is 13th in the MLB. St. Louis has been led in home runs by Alec Burleson, who is 13th in the league with 20 homers, and Nolan Gorman, who has 19 homers this season.</p>

<p>Over his last six games, Nolan Arenado has gone 8/22, and Willson Contreras has also been swinging a hot bat, going 7/23 with two homers over that stretch. In terms of hitting streaks, Paul Goldschmidt comes into the game on a four-game streak, while Willson Contreras has a three-game streak going. Iván Herrera has the longest streak for the Cardinals this season, currently at five games.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 58-61 overall and 4th in the NL Central, trailing the Brewers by 9.5 games. The Reds are 16-17 in divisional matchups this year and have won two straight games overall. Cincinnati took the series opener vs. the Cardinals, and they have an overall series record of 14-20-3 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 29-31 compared to 29-30 on the road. As the favorite, the Reds have gone 30-26 this year and 28-35 as the underdog. So far, they are 19-21 as the favorite at home.</p><p>Despite their overall run line record being just 64-55, the Reds have been a solid bet on the run line on the road, going 37-22. They've also been a good bet as the underdog, going 39-24 on the run line. Their average run differential in wins is +3.8, while it's -2.9 in losses.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds have an over/under record of 54-61 this season, and the average over/under line for their games is set at 9 runs. When the line is set at 9 runs, the Reds have gone 4-18-3 to the under. The combined run average in their games this season is 8.5 runs, and their current under streak is at three games.</p><p>Hunter Greene has made 23 starts this season, and he is coming off a rough outing vs. the Marlins in which he gave up three earned runs in six innings of work. In that outing, he gave up two homers. Before that, he had pitched well, going 11 innings without giving up an earned run. Greene's ERA for the season is 2.90, along with a record of 8-4. Opponents are batting .180 this season vs. Greene. He has one complete game and 12 quality starts this year. Greene's ERA at home is 3.90, compared to 2.29 on the road.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been the Reds' best hitter this season, as he is batting .266 and has gone deep 21 times, which is 12th in the majors. He has also been hot of late, going 14/38 in his last nine games with three homers. Spencer Steer is also on a homer binge, as he has three homers in his last eight games and is 15th in the league with 74 RBIs.</p>

<p>Overall, the Reds are 14th in scoring at 4.5 runs per game, and they are also 10th in the league in home runs. As a team, they are batting just .230, which is 23rd in the league, and have the 16th best OPS in the league. Currently, Spencer Steer is on a five-game hitting streak.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Thundering Herd and Golden Eagles. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Eagles at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, MS. Get ready to place your bets! Marshall is favored by -3.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Southern Miss. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Marshall Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Marshall evened their season record at 5-5 with a 79-70 win over Ohio on Saturday. The Thundering Herd were slight +1 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Marshall led 41-33 at halftime and maintained their lead by outscoring Ohio 38-37 in the second half. The game’s total points of 149 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>Marshall's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-19 from deep, and hit 58.3% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 13 of 19 attempts, good for 68.4%.</p> <p>Mikal Dawson led the way, hitting 6 of 9 threes and finishing with 27 points on 9-for-12 shooting overall. AJ Clayton also shot 75%, knocking down 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, while AJ Brown contributed 22 points despite shooting 3 of 8 from three.</p><p>Marshall's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, as they went 21/36 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marshall's defense allowed 8/19 shooting, or 42%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws for a 68% rate. Marshall did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Southern Miss Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Southern Miss fell to 3-7 on the season after a 69-65 home loss to Lamar on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles were +2 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Southern Miss trailed 36-31 at halftime and narrowly outscored Lamar 34-33 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Southern Miss struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 13 threes (15.4%) in their last game, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 42.1%. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.9%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (22/44). At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 25 attempts, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field despite going 1 for 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, hitting 3 of 7 threes, while Cody Pennebaker was efficient, making 6 of 10 shots overall and 3 of 5 from deep. Denijay Harris contributed 12 rebounds and 4 assists to go along with his 15 points.</p><p>Southern Miss gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 24 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 of 44 shooting for 50%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern Miss held their opponent to 2 of 13 shooting, just 15%. They also sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 15 free throws for 60%. Southern Miss allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-141) will host the Utah Jazz (+119) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5 points.</p>

<p>Utah enters this game with a record of 6-20, which is good for 14th in the Western Conference. Brooklyn is 11-16 and sits 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-71 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-119 win over the Pistons on Thursday, the Jazz improved to 6-20 this season. Utah, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 245, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5.</p> <p>The Jazz started strong, leading 48-19 after the 1st quarter, thanks to a 10-0 run. However, the Pistons fought back, winning the 2nd quarter 35-19 and the 3rd quarter 32-30. Utah entered the 4th quarter with a 97-86 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-29 in the final period.</p><p>Collin Sexton led the Jazz to a win over the Pistons with 30 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Keyonte George added 28 points, knocking down 7 threes at 53.8%, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 27 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>Utah connected on 20 threes, shooting 50% from deep and 47% overall. Sexton scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Markkanen added 13 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Jazz defense shined in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 35. The Pistons scored 32 and 33 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters, respectively, but Utah still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Jazz held Detroit to 43% shooting and just 27% from three-point range, with the Pistons making 13 threes. The Pistons also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. Utah grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Brooklyn as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Nets improved to 11-16 this season with a 101-94 road win over the Raptors on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn took control in the 4th quarter, holding Toronto to 18 points while scoring 31. An 11-0 run broke a 90-90 tie, giving the Nets a 101-90 lead before the Raptors added a few late points.</p><p>In their win over the Raptors, the Nets shot just 40.2% from the field and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the floor and making 4 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Johnson scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while Shake Milton and Noah Clowney each added 6 of their 12 and 11 points, respectively, in the final period. Ben Simmons also contributed 12 points, with 5 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Nets put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Raptors to just 94 points. Brooklyn was especially effective in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, the Nets limited Toronto to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes on 34% shooting. Brooklyn sent Toronto to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Nets also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 6 blocks.</p>

<p>Andrew Abbott will get the start for the Reds (73-69, 35-37 home) as they host the Cardinals (61-79, 30-39 away) at Great American Ball Park. The Cardinals will give the starting nod to Drew Rom. Check out my prediction for game one of this NL Central matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Cardinals +111</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 6:40 ET on Friday, September 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>In their last five games, the Cardinals have a record of 3-2.</li><li>Over their last ten games as the favorite, the Reds are just 3-7 (straight-up).</li><li>Andrew Abbott has struggled of late, coming in with an ERA of 5.42 over his last five starts.</li></ul><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS HAVE STRUGGLED AGAINST THE NL CENTRAL</h3><p>On a record of 61-79, the Cardinals find themselves in 5th place in the NL Central. When playing away from home, St. Louis is just 30-39 and come into the game with an overall series record of 16-23-4.</p><p><p>Drew Rom has yet to secure a victory in the 2023 season, with an 0-2 record and 7.24 ERA. On the road, he has been unable to find success, going 0-2 with a 9.05 ERA. At home, he is still searching for his first win of the year, posting an ERA of 5.79 and 0-0 record. His WHIP stands at 1.90 while opponents are batting .300 against him and slugging .500.</p></p><p>Drew Rom pitched 4 2/3 innings in the Cardinals' 7-6 loss to the Pirates. Despite surrendering three runs on five hits, he was not charged with a decision.</p><p>Having gone deep 12 times in their last five games, the Cardinals are 2nd in that span. At 4.6 runs per game, St. Louis is 16th in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .254 while hitting a total of 194 home runs (7th).</p><p>Jordan Walker has been a key contributor to the Cardinals' offensive success this season, as he leads the team with 15 home runs over the course of their last ten games. His overall batting average stands at .275, further demonstrating his impressive performance at the plate.</p><h3>WILL THE CINCINNATI REDS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Entering game 143 of their season, the Reds are 5.5 games out in the NL Central and are in 3rd place. So far, their overall series record stands at 19-19-5. Cincinnati's road winning percent is currently 54.3% (38-32) compared to 48.6% at home (35-37).</p><p><p>Andrew Abbott will take the mound for the Reds with an 8-4 record in 17 appearances this season. His ERA is 3.22, and he has a K/9 of 9.85. His FIP is 3.99 and OBP .287.</p></p><p>Andrew Abbott didn't factor into the decision in Cincinnati's 2-1 victory against Chicago, but he did turn in a quality start. The right-hander yielded one run on four hits over 6 1/3 frames.</p><p>For the season, the Reds are 13th in batting average, hitting a combined .248. Over their last ten games, they have hit .251 which is 9th in that span. Cincinnati's average of 4.7 runs per game puts them 10th in the league. In terms of home runs, they have gone deep 163 times and have a team slugging percentage of .413.</p><p>Spencer Steer has been a major contributor to the Reds' offense in 2023, leading the team with 20 home runs and 77 RBIs. His slugging percentage of .453 is also impressive.</p>

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<p>The Ravens are heavily favored in their week 16 matchup against the Steelers, with the money line sitting at -279 for the Ravens and +230 for the Steelers. The game, set for Saturday, December 21st at 4:30 ET at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, is crucial for both teams. The Ravens are 9-5 and the Steelers are 8-6, and the Ravens are -6 point favorites on the point spread. FOX is handling the television coverage, and the over/under line is 44.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +6</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 24 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Steelers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>At 10-4, the Steelers hold a 70.1% chance of winning the AFC North and have already locked up a playoff spot. They rank 9th in our NFL power rankings and sit 3rd in the AFC standings. Pittsburgh is 5-1 at home and 5-3 on the road, including a 3-1 record in division games. Against the spread, they are 10-4, with a +5.1 scoring margin. They are 5-3 as favorites and 5-1 as underdogs.</p> <p>After winning three straight, the Steelers fell to the Eagles in week 15, leaving them at 10-4. They were 5.5-point underdogs but couldn’t cover, losing by 14. The O/U line was 43, and the teams combined for 40 points, marking the second straight under in Pittsburgh’s games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Steelers are 17th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 9th in the NFL in points per game (24) and are 17th in yards per game, averaging 325.6. Pittsburgh relies on the run game, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and 9th in rushing yards per game. On the other hand, they are 28th in passing attempts and 24th in passing yards, with an average of 198.9 per game. The Steelers are 13th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 38.9%.</p> <p>Russell Wilson threw for 128 yards (14/22) and a touchdown in week 15 against the Eagles. Najee Harris had just 14 rushing yards on 6 carries, while Calvin Austin III led the team with 65 receiving yards on 5 catches. Pittsburgh scored 13 points in the loss, with all of them coming in the first half.</p><p>In their 27-13 loss to the Eagles, the Steelers' defense allowed Philadelphia to convert on 58.8% of their third down attempts. The Eagles finished with 401 yards of total offense, with Pittsburgh giving up 270 passing yards and 131 rushing yards on 42 attempts. Philadelphia found success through the air, completing 78.1% of their passes and averaging 8.4 yards per attempt.<p></p>Despite the tough game, the Steelers' defense did manage to record three sacks and had more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Eagles.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Ravens have a 99.5% chance of making the playoffs and a 29.9% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 4th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 16. Baltimore is 7-6-1 against the spread, including a 7-5-1 mark as the favorite. Their O/U record is 11-3, with their games averaging 53.6 points per game.</p> <p>In week 15, the Ravens bounced back from their week 13 loss to the Eagles with a 35-14 win over the Giants. Baltimore covered the 16.5-point spread, improving to 9-5. The combined 49 points in the game went over the 43.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Ravens are 2nd in our offensive power rankings, leading the NFL with 424.1 yards per game and ranking 3rd in points per game with 29.9. They are 3rd in passing yards per game (245.6) despite ranking 26th in pass attempts. Baltimore also ranks 2nd in rushing, with 178.4 yards per game on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson is coming off a 5-touchdown performance in week 15, going 21/25 for 290 yards against the Giants. Derrick Henry rushed for 67 yards on 14 carries, while Rashod Bateman led the receivers with 80 yards and 2 touchdowns on 3 catches. Baltimore converted 9 of 11 third downs in the win.</p><p>The Ravens' defense was dominant in their 35-14 win over the Giants, allowing just 55 rushing yards on 20 attempts. They held the Giants to 181 passing yards and a completion percentage of 59.5%. Baltimore's defense gave up just one touchdown and limited the Giants to a 16.7% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>They also came away with three sacks, one interception, and held the Giants to 236 total yards. The Ravens' defense was effective in generating pressure, as they had a positive differential in QB hits and tackles for loss.</p>

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<p>Andre Pallante is starting for the Cardinals on Wednesday, while the Reds are going with Frankie Montas. First pitch from Great American Ball Park is set for 1:10 PM ET. BSOH is carrying this one on TV.</p>

<p>The Reds are favored at -123 on the money line compared to the Cardinals, who are +103. The over/under line is sitting at 9.5 runs. In the NL Central, the Cardinals are in 3rd place, while the Reds are 5th. </p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline -123</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 1:10 ET on Wednesday, May 29th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>It was all St. Louis in the last game of this series, as the Cardinals took down the Reds by a score of 7-1. The Cardinals offense only had two more hits than the Reds and struck out five times as many times, but still picked up a convincing win. Heading into the game, they were at +110 on the money line.</p>

<p>This game featured a starting pitching matchup between Kyle Gibson for the Cardinals and Andrew Abbott for the Reds. Gibson only went six innings but gave up just two hits and one earned run. On the other side, Abbott was tagged for two homers and six runs in six innings of work.</p>

<p>St. Louis got on the board right away in the first, scoring two runs off Abbott. After that, they didn't score another run until putting up three in the 7th. As for the Reds, they got their only run in the 6th.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is 26-27 overall and 4.5 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. So far, they have gone just 4-7 in divisional games. The Cardinals will be on the road today, facing the Reds, with an overall series record of 9-8 and having won four straight series.</p>

<p>At home, the Cardinals are 13-12 this year compared to 13-15 on the road. St. Louis has reeled off four straight wins as the favorite, and they are 14-13 overall as the favorite this year. As for their play as the underdog, the Cardinals are 12-14 this year. Looking at how they have been playing recently, the Cardinals are 8-2 over their last 10 games, including taking the first two games of this series vs. the Reds.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Cardinals this season, it's been more profitable to take them as the underdog, as they are 16-10 against the run line in those games. They are 13-15 against the run line on the road, and overall, they have a run differential of -0.7 runs per game.</p>The St. Louis Cardinals are on the road today against the Cincinnati Reds, with the over/under line set at 9.5 runs. The Cardinals have played to the under in 24 of their 51 games this season, and their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game. The over/under line for their games this season has averaged 8 runs per game. The over/under line has been set at 9.5 runs in just 3 of their games this season, and the under has hit in 92.5% of their games. The under has hit in each of their last 3 games.<p>The Cardinals are sending Andre Pallante to the mound today vs. the Reds, and he has made nine appearances out of the bullpen this year. Pallante's ERA is 6.30, and he has a record of 0-1. Looking back at his last outing, Pallante went three innings vs. the Brewers, giving up two earned runs, five hits, and one homer. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. So far, he has finished with a no-decision in three straight outings. Opponents are batting .286 off Pallante this year.</p><p>Paul Goldschmidt has been a bright spot for the Cardinals offense of late, as he is batting .360 over his last six games with three homers and six RBIs. Goldschmidt's 7 homers this season is 2nd on the team, and his 22 RBIs is 3rd. Nolan Arenado and Brendan Donovan are tied for the team lead with four homers apiece, with Arenado batting .257 and Donovan at .235.</p>

<p>As a team, the Cardinals are averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is 25th in the MLB. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and have a team batting average of just .235. However, they do come into the game with the 13th best team BABIP in the league.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 24-31 overall and trail the Brewers by 7.5 games in the NL Central. So far, they are 2-3 in divisional matchups. The Reds are looking to pick up a win today and have been playing well as the underdog, having won three straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 14-16 compared to 10-15 on the road. Cincinnati has an overall series record of 5-11-1 this year. They are also 11-11 when favored and 13-20 as the underdog.</p><p>When betting the run line with the Reds, it's been more profitable to take them as the underdog. Cincinnati is 19-14 against the run line as the underdog, compared to 10-12 as the favorite. The Reds have been a better run line bet on the road, where they are 16-9 against the run line compared to 13-17 at home. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.8, while it's -3.2 in losing games.</p><p>With a combined run average of 8.3, the Cincinnati Reds have seen their games go over the total more often than not this season. Their over/under record is 25-28, and their games have averaged 9 runs per game. The over/under line for today's game against the St. Louis Cardinals is set at 9.5 runs, and in games with that line, the Reds are 10-4 to the over. However, the Reds have played just two games this season with a higher over/under line than 9.5 runs, and their games have gone under the total in four straight contests.</p><p>Through nine starts, Frankie Montas has a record of 2-3 and an ERA of 4.61. He has made two quality starts this season and is coming off an outing in which he gave up four earned runs in six innings of work. In that start vs. the Padres, he gave up three walks and one homer. Montas has not allowed more than one homer in any of his last four outings. Montas has a much better ERA at home, coming in at 2.58 compared to 9.3 on the road. His BB/9 figure is 3.51 compared to 6.15 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz comes into the game with a team-best batting average of .245 and has also been a solid run producer for the Reds, as his 24 RBIs are the 2nd most on the team. He has also gone deep nine times this season, which is the best mark on the team and 9th in the league. Spencer Steer and Will Benson are also among the team's top home run hitters, but both players are looking to improve their batting averages, with Steer hitting .226 and Benson at just .199.</p>

<p>As a team, the Reds are averaging just 4.1 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. They have also struggled in terms of batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. Cincinnati does come into the game with a team batting average of .143 over their last six games.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

<p>The Dolphins are favored at -127 on the money line as they host the Bills at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. This AFC East matchup is set for 8:15 ET on Thursday, September 12th, with AMZN handling the broadcast. The Bills are +106 on the money line and +1.5 on the point spread. The over/under line is at 48.5 points.</p><h3>BUFFALO BILLS VS MIAMI DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bills +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 8:15 ET on Thursday, September 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BILLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bills winning this one by a score of 24 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Bills winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bills Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Buffalo's 34-28 win over the Cardinals was capped off by a 39-yard field goal from Tyler Bass, helping them improve to 1-0 on the season. The Bills didn't cover the spread, as they were favored by -6.5 at home. The combined 62 points easily surpassed the over/under line of 45.5 points.</p><p></p><p>After falling behind 7-0 in the 1st quarter, the Bills tied the game with a field goal in the 2nd. Josh Allen's touchdown run and a late 2nd quarter score put Buffalo up 10-7. In the 3rd quarter, Allen found Mack Hollins for a touchdown and later connected with Khalil Shakir to take a 24-17 lead heading into the 4th. Allen added another touchdown run in the 4th quarter to help secure the victory.</p><p>Josh Allen had a big game for the Buffalo Bills in their 34-28 win over the Cardinals, completing 78% of his passes for 232 yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for 39 yards and two touchdowns. The Bills had 23 first downs and 222 passing yards, with Keon Coleman leading the team with 51 receiving yards.</p>
<p>Buffalo's running game saw James Cook rush for 71 yards, leading the team in rushing. The Bills ran for 130 yards as a team, averaging 3.9 yards per attempt. Allen was sacked twice and had a passer rating of 137 in the win.</p><p>The Bills' defense came up with four sacks and limited the Cardinals to just 146 passing yards in their 34-28 win over Arizona. Buffalo's run defense gave up 124 yards on 25 attempts, with the Bills' secondary allowing just 4.7 yards per attempt. Arizona did find some success on the ground, averaging 5.0 yards per attempt.</p><h3>Will The Dolphins Win At Home Over The Bills?</h3><p>Despite falling behind early, the Dolphins picked up a 20-17 win over the Jaguars in their most recent game. Jacksonville took a 7-0 lead after the first quarter, but Miami fought back to tie the game at 17 in the 4th quarter. The Dolphins capped off their comeback with a late field goal to secure the win. Miami's record now stands at 1-0.</p><p></p><p>Heading into the game, the Dolphins were 3.5-point favorites, with an over/under line set at 49.5 points. The Jaguars added to their lead with another touchdown in the 2nd quarter, but Miami responded with a touchdown just before halftime, and another touchdown in the 3rd quarter, as Tua Tagovailoa connected with Tyreek Hill for an 80-yard score. Miami ended the game with a combined 37 points, which was below the over/under line.</p><p>Despite being sacked three times, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 338 yards in the Dolphins' 20-17 win over the Jaguars. Miami's offense finished with 18 first downs and 319 passing yards on 37 attempts. Tagovailoa completed 23 of 37 passes (62%) and threw one touchdown.</p><p></p><p>On the ground, the Dolphins struggled, managing just 81 yards on 25 attempts. Tyreek Hill led the receiving corps with 130 yards and a touchdown, including an 80-yard reception. Jeff Wilson Jr. was the top rusher with 26 yards.</p><p>Despite allowing 128 rushing yards on 26 attempts, the Dolphins' defense played well in their 20-17 win over the Jaguars, holding Jacksonville to just 139 yards passing. The Jaguars completed only 12 passes and managed just 6.6 yards per attempt through the air. Miami's defense was tough on third down, allowing only a 20% conversion rate, and they also recorded three sacks in the game.</p>

Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins Betting Pick & Prediction 9/12/24

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Thursday's matchup between the Cardinals and Rockies is set to get started at 3:10 PM ET from Coors Field in Denver. St. Louis has won four straight and is 81-77, while the Rockies are 60-98 and have lost three in a row. Kyle Gibson will start for the Cardinals, and he is facing off against Kyle Freeland for the Rockies. St. Louis is the slight favorite on the money line (-129), while the Rockies are at +109. The over/under line is currently 10.5 runs, and the game will be televised on BSMW.</p>

<p>Both teams are starting a Kyle on Thursday, with Kyle Gibson going for the Cardinals and Kyle Freeland for the Rockies. St. Louis is currently 2nd in the NL Central, while the Rockies are 5th in the NL West. The Cardinals are the slight favorite on the money line (-129), and the over/under line is 10.5 runs. This game will be televised on BSMW.</p><h3>COLORADO ROCKIES VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Rockies Moneyline +109</p><p>This game will be played at Coors Field at 3:10 ET on Thursday, September 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS ROCKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rockies winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Rockies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>St. Louis picked up a 5-2 road win over the Rockies in the most recent game of this series. The Cardinals had a big 2nd inning, scoring four of their five runs. As for the Rockies, they scored their only two runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Cardinals were favored at -129 on the money line.</p>

<p>Erick Fedde started for the Cardinals and picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with 10 strikeouts but issued one walk. On the other side, Austin Gomber got the start for the Rockies and took the loss, going five innings and giving up four earned runs.</p>

<p>At the plate, Masyn Winn went 2/5 with two runs scored for the Cardinals. Ivan Herrera and Thomas Saggese also each had two hits and an RBI. For the Rockies, Brenton Doyle hit the game's only home run and went 1/4.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>The Cardinals are nine games behind the Brewers for the NL Central lead as they are 81-77 overall. St. Louis has won four straight games, and they have taken the first two games of this series vs. the Rockies. So far, they have gone 26-26 against other teams in the NL Central.</p>

<p>At home, the Cardinals have gone 44-37 this season, and they are just under .500 at 37-40 on the road. As the favorite, the Cardinals are 40-37 this year, and they are 41-40 as the underdog. St. Louis' overall series record is 26-20-5, and they have won two straight series.</p><p>St. Louis has been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 80-78 overall. They've been especially good on the road, going 40-37, and have covered in their last three games. Despite their overall run line record, they've been a much better bet as the underdog, going 53-28. Their average run margin in wins is +2.7, while it's -3.5 in losses.</p><p>The St. Louis Cardinals are on the road against the Colorado Rockies today, with an over/under line of 10.5 runs. The combined run average in their games this season is 8.5 runs, and their over/under record is 72-82. The average over/under line in their games is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 10.5 runs, they have gone 0-4. In 97.5% of their games this season, the over/under line has been set at less than 10.5 runs, and their current under streak is at three games.</p><p>Right-hander Kyle Gibson gets the start for the Cardinals today as he faces off against the Rockies on the road. This year, he has made 29 starts, and his record is 8-8 with a 4.13 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, opponents are batting .247 this year, and he has a WHIP of 1.33. In his 29 starts, Gibson has turned in 13 quality starts and is averaging 7.93 strikeouts per nine innings. Gibson's last outing came on September 20th, where he took the loss, giving up three earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight outings.</p><p>For the season, the Cardinals are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 23rd in the majors. Their batting average of .246 is 11th in the league, and they are also near the middle of the pack in terms of on-base percentage and slugging. St. Louis has been one of the better teams in terms of making contact, as they are 9th in the league in strikeouts.</p>

<p>Paul Goldschmidt and Alec Burleson are tied for the team lead with 21 homers. Goldschmidt has driven in 61 runs this season, while Burleson's 74 RBIs are the best mark on the team. Brendan Donovan is batting .272 this season and has gone deep 13 times. Over his last four games, Iván Herrera is 5/10 with a home run and has scored four runs.</p><h3>Rockies Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 60-98, the Rockies are 5th in the NL West, 34 games behind the Dodgers for the division lead. Currently, they trail the Giants by 18.5 games for 4th place in the division. Colorado has dropped three straight games, and they have lost the first two games of this series vs. the Cardinals.</p>

<p>At home, the Rockies are 36-41 this season, compared to a 24-57 mark on the road. As the underdog, the Rockies are 58-96 this season, and they are just 2-2 as the favorite. Colorado's overall series record is 13-33-4, and they are 4-6 over their last 10 games.</p><p>The Rockies have been a solid bet against the run line overall this season, going 78-80. They have been slightly better at home, going 40-37. Their average run margin is -1.5 runs per game. They have been a good bet when they are the underdog, going 77-77 against the run line. They have lost their last three games against the run line at home.</p><p>The Rockies have played to a 76-78 over/under record this season, with an average combined run average of 9.9 runs per game. The over/under line for today's game against the Cardinals is set at 10.5 runs, which is higher than their average line of 9 runs. In games with a line of 10.5 runs, the over has hit 14 times and the under has hit 15 times. The under has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Colorado is sending left-hander Kyle Freeland to the mound today vs. the Cardinals. He has made 20 starts this season and has a record of 5-8 with an ERA of 4.95. Looking at his overall numbers, Freeland has a WHIP of 1.37 and has turned in 10 quality starts. In his 20 appearances, opponents have hit .274 off Freeland. The last time he pitched, Freeland took the loss, giving up four earned runs in six innings of work. Before that outing, he had won two straight starts. Freeland has been much better on the road this year, with an ERA of 8.67 compared to 4.1 at home.</p><p>So far this season, the Rockies offense is averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 19th in the league. They have been a much better offense at home, averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 4th best in the league. As a team, the Rockies are batting just .241, and are also near the bottom of the league in terms of strikeouts and walks.</p>

<p>Colorado's offense is led by Ezequiel Tovar and Michael Toglia, who are both tied for the team lead with 25 homers. Tovar is batting .265 for the season and has gone 9/30 in his last seven games, with one homer and six RBIs. Toglia comes into the game with a batting average of just .214. Charlie Blackmon has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 7/18 in his last five games.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Colorado Rockies Betting Pick & Prediction 9/26/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Jaguars and Horned Frogs are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Horned Frogs will host the game at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138 points, and TCU is favored by -12.5 at home against South Alabama.</p><h3>SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Even though we have TCU winning straight-up, we like South Alabama at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog South Alabama?</h3><p>South Alabama improved to 6-3 on the season with an 81-72 road win over East Texas A&M on Sunday. The Jaguars entered the game as 8-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 153, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>South Alabama led 38-32 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. Their ability to maintain their lead and cover the spread was key in this matchup.</p><p>South Alabama put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.3%. They connected on 45% of their threes, going 9-for-20, and hit 55.9% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Jaguars struggled, making just 55.2% of their 29 attempts. They dished out 18 assists and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds. Myles Corey led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, while Yusef Salih and Khaliq Abdul-Mateen each added 17 points, with Salih hitting 5-of-8 threes.</p><p>South Alabama's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field, hitting 24 of 50 shots. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, knocking down 17 of 37 three-point attempts for a 45% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposition went 7 for 11, shooting 63%. South Alabama allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will TCU Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>TCU’s season record dropped to 5-4 after an 83-74 loss to Vanderbilt on Sunday. The Horned Frogs were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>TCU trailed 41-38 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 42. The Horned Frogs will look to tighten up defensively as they move forward.</p><p>TCU's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.8%, thanks to hitting 10 of 17 from beyond the arc, also at 58.8%. They struggled at the free-throw line, connecting on just 14 of 26 attempts for 53.8%.</p> <p>Jason Edwards led the way with 30 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 4 from three. Brendan Wenzel was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts, and finished with 11 points on 3 of 3 shooting overall.</p><p>TCU struggled defensively, allowing 83 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Horned Frogs gave up 10 threes, with their opponent hitting 58% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they converted 14 free throws. TCU limited second chances, giving up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Alabama Jaguars vs TCU Horned Frogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Blues and Ducks game? Catch the action at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, as the Ducks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blues come into this Western conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 8:00 ET on Sunday, April 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+132)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can St. Louis Pull Off A Win at Honda Center?</h3><p><p>With just 85 points, the Blues sit 9th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Central Division. St. Louis has gone 40-31-5 overall this season, including a 24-22 record against conference opponents and a 10-14 mark against division foes. Over their last ten games, the Blues are 5-5, and they have gone 2-3 in their last five contests.</p>

<p>On the road, St. Louis has gone 17-18-3 this season, and they have been favored in 19 of their 76 games, going 9-9-1 in those contests. For the year, the Blues have been the underdog in 57 of their games, going 31-22-4 in those matchups. In their last three games, the Blues are just 1-2.</p></p><p>On the season, the Blues have an average scoring margin of -.1 goals per game, and they have gone 45-31 against the puck line. So far, St. Louis has played 57 games as the underdog and has gone 37-20 against the puck line in those games.</p>

<p>When playing on the road, the Blues have gone 19-19 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin away from home is -.6 goals per game. In their last ten road games, St. Louis has gone 5-5 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, St. Louis' games have finished with 5.9 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.2. In total, the Blues come in with an over/under record of 31-38-7.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Blues offense has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. St. Louis posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>The Blues come into the game scoring an average of 2.9 goals per game, putting them 26th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 23rd in the league. St. Louis' offense is currently ranked 24th in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 4th in the league.</p><p>St. Louis' leading goal scorer is Jake Neighbours. So far this season, he has 27 goals, placing him 51st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 11 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks come into the season ranked 4th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 32.4 shots per game against Anaheim. For the season, they are ranked 32nd in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Jordan Binnington comes into the game having made 51 starts this season. So far, his record is 27-19 and he has a save percentage of 0.956%.</p><h3>Will the Anaheim Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Ducks have gone 11-25-2, and in the Pacific Division, they are in 7th place. In the Western Conference, Anaheim is in 14th place with a record of 25-48-4. Over their last ten games, the Ducks have gone 2-8, and they have lost four straight games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Anaheim has gone 21-43-4 this season, and when playing against teams in the Western Conference, they have gone 12-33. Over their last three games, the Ducks have gone 1-2, and in their last five games, they have gone 1-4.</p></p><p>So far this season, the Ducks have gone 38-39 against the puck line, including a mark of 18-20 at home. In their games as the underdog, Anaheim has a puck line record of 35-33.</p>

<p>When looking at their scoring differential, the Ducks have an average scoring margin of -1.2 goals per game. In their 68 games as the underdog, their scoring margin drops to -1.3 goals per contest.</p> <p>This season, Anaheim's games are averaging 6.1 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Ducks currently have an over/under record of 35-38-4.</p><p>Through their last three road games, St. Louis has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>On offense, the Ducks are averaging 2.4 goals per game which is 30th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 29th in the league. This season, the Ducks are 5-17 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 18-28 record.</p><p>Anaheim will be looking for a good game from Frank Vatrano who leads the team in scoring with 30 goals, ranking 37th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 23 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Ducks head into the game ranked 4th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.4 shots per game against Anaheim. So far, they are 32nd in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. St. Louis, goalie Lukas Dostal has started 34 games in this season. His current record is 12-22, and his save percentage stands at 0.752%.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 4/7/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Winthrop as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 158.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Winthrop pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Win at Rock Hill?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Mercer dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 73-66 road loss to Queens (NC) on Wednesday. The Bears entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Mercer trailed 30-29 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Mercer's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 16% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.9%, and they managed 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Nasir Mann added 15 points in 17 minutes, hitting 1 of 2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they allowed 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. Mercer held them to 39% shooting on two-point attempts, as they went 15/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 attempts. Mercer also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 79%. The Bears gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Winthrop Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Winthrop fell to 6-4 on the season after an 82-64 road loss to Florida State on Tuesday. The Eagles entered the game as +11 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Winthrop trailed 45-27 at halftime but played the Seminoles evenly in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 37 points. The game’s total points of 146 fell short of the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 35.3%. They managed 64 points, with 14 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Malique Ewin was a standout, shooting 66.7% and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Bryce Baker hit 6 threes at a 50% rate. Jamir Watkins contributed 23 points and 4 assists, despite shooting 42.9% overall.</p><p>Winthrop's defense gave up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field, as their opponent hit 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles allowed 24 baskets on 41 tries, a 58% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop's defense saw their opponent make 7 of 20 shots, good for 35%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%. Winthrop allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blues and Canadiens. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Canadiens at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. Get ready to place your bets! The Blues are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 1:00 ET on Sunday, February 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Canadiens.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (-104)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is It the Blues Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p><p>So far this season, the Blues have gone 27-21-2, putting them in 4th place in the Central Division and 8th in the Western Conference. On the road, St. Louis has gone 12-12-1 and have won their last four games away from home. In games against other Western Conference teams, the Blues have gone 16-14.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, St. Louis has gone 6-4 and have won four of their last five games overall. As the favorite, the Blues have gone 6-8-0 this season and have been the underdog in 36 of their 50 games.</p></p><p>St. Louis has gone 29-21 against the puck line this year, including a road mark of 13-12. Overall, the team's average scoring margin sits at -.2 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Blues have been the underdog in 36 games and have gone 24-12 against the puck line in those contests. In their last ten games, the team has gone 7-3 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, St. Louis' games have finished with 6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Blues come in with an over/under record of 20-25-5.</p><p>In their last three road games, St. Louis has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Blues have an average of 2.8 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 26th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 27th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Blues offense is 26th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 3rd in the NHL.</p><p>St. Louis' leading scorer is Jake Neighbours. So far, he has 17 goals which is 65th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 4 assists so far.</p><p>Entering the game, the Canadiens' defense ranks 29th in takeaways, averaging 5.4 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 3rd in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.3 goals per game.</p><p>Goalie Jordan Binnington gets the start and has made 33 starts this season. His record at this point is 17-13, and his save percentage is 0.942%.</p><h3>Will the Canadiens Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Canadiens are 10-13-3 and have been the underdog in 47 of their 51 games. In the Atlantic Division, Montreal is in 6th place with a record of 4-11. Over their last ten games, the Canadiens have gone 4-6.</p>

<p>Overall, Montreal is 21-22-8 and in 13th place in the Eastern Conference. Against other teams from the East, the Canadiens have gone 12-16 this season. In their last five games, Montreal has gone 2-3.</p></p><p>Montreal enters this game with a puck line record of 32-19 and they have gone 7-3 against the puck line in their last ten games. So far this year, the Canadiens have gone 15-11 against the puck line at home, and their average scoring margin at home is at -0.9 goals per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Montreal has gone 32-15 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin as the underdog is at -0.8 goals per game. The Canadiens have gone 4-0 against the puck line in their last four games and 15 of their 47 games as the underdog have been decided by multiple goals.</p> <p>On average, Montreal's games have finished with 6.3 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.4. In total, the Canadiens come in with an over/under record of 26-24-1.</p><p>In their last three road games, St. Louis has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Canadiens have an average of 2.7 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 28th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 28th in the league. In terms of the Canadiens' offense during power plays, they are 17th in power play goals and 16th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>The leading scorer for Montreal's offense is Cole Caufield. Coming into the game he has 17 goals, ranking 58th in the NHL. Caufield also comes into the game with 24 assists.</p><p>Entering the game, the Canadiens' defense ranks 29th in takeaways, averaging 5.4 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 3rd in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.3 goals per game.</p><p>Goalie Jake Allen gets the start and has made 17 starts this season. His record at this point is 5-9, and his save percentage is 0.611%.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 2/11/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 15th ranked Washington Wizards (4-21) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (14-12). The Bucks are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is 224.5.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on MNMT.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-117 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Wizards Ready for a Win at Milwaukee?</h3><p>Washington improved to 4-21 on the season with a 123-114 win over Charlotte on Thursday. The Wizards, who were +3.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total points of 237 exceeded the O/U line of 226.</p> <p>After trailing 30-29 after the 1st quarter, Washington took control with a 15-0 run in the 4th, turning an 86-82 deficit into a 97-86 lead. They finished strong, outscoring the Hornets 36-28 in the final quarter.</p><p>Jordan Poole knocked down 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 27 points and 4 assists in the Wizards' win over the Hornets. Malcolm Brogdon added 25 points and 6 assists, hitting 3 threes at 60% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Washington connected on 17 threes, shooting 40.5% from beyond the arc and 49.4% overall. Poole scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th, while Alex Sarr also contributed 9 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 114 points to the Hornets but managed to hold them to 28 points in each of the final three quarters. Washington limited Charlotte to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Wizards did an excellent job defending the three, allowing just 8 made threes on 18% shooting. They also recorded 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Milwaukee dropped to 14-12 on the season after a 124-101 road loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. The Bucks entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 23 points. The total score of 225 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 221.</p> <p>Cleveland took control early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and 69-51 at halftime. A 12-0 run in the 3rd quarter extended their lead from 98-76 to 110-76. Milwaukee outscored Cleveland 25-21 in the 4th, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 33 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 59.1% from the field in their loss to the Cavaliers. Khris Middleton added 14 points, while Brook Lopez contributed 10 points, hitting 2 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Milwaukee made just 10 threes, shooting 37% from deep and 47.1% overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, adding 13 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Bucks struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 40 points, and allowed 124 points overall in their loss to the Cavaliers. Milwaukee also gave up 34 points in the 3rd quarter, while their best defensive effort came in the 4th, where they allowed 21 points.</p> <p>The Cavaliers shot 50% from the field, including 42% from three, where they hit 20 threes. The Bucks sent Cleveland to the line 14 times, where they made 12 free throws. Milwaukee finished with 35 defensive rebounds, allowed 9 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals.</p>

<p>The Cowboys will play host to the Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC, with a kickoff scheduled for 1:00 PM ET. The game will be televised on FOX. This game, featuring two NFC conference rivals, has the Cowboys as the 10.5 point favorites on the road. Do they have what it takes to come away with a road win and cover the spread?</p><h3>DALLAS COWBOYS VS CAROLINA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Panthers +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bank of America Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 21-19 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Our projections have Dak Prescott finishing with 253.091 passing yards on 20.521/32.994 passing.</li><li>The Cowboys are projected to finish with 327 yards of offense compared to the 310 yards for the Panthers.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cowboys Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>At 6-3, the Cowboys are 6th in the NFC and 2nd in the NFC-East. This will be Dallas' 6th road game this season, where they have gone 2-3. The Cowboys have put together an above .500 record versus the spread this season, currently at 6-3. Their average scoring margin for this season is +11.6.</p><p>Dallas' offense is 2nd in the league, with an average of 29.9 points per contest. So far this season, Dallas' passing game is 9th in passing attempts. Their average of 261.2 passing yards per game places them 6th in the NFL rankings.</p><p>At 117.9 rushing yards per game, the Cowboys are 10th in the NFL. This figure has come on an average of 29.1 attempts (8th).</p><p>In terms of turnovers, the Dallas defense has 14 takeaways, which is 5th in the NFL. Overall, they are giving up 18.3 points per game and 275.1 yards.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>So far this season, the Panthers have an overall record of 1-8 and have a below .500 record at home (1-3). Heading into week 11, the Panthers are 4th in the NFC-South and 16th in the NFC. This season, the Panthers boast an above .500 record versus the spread, currently standing at 1-6-2. Their average scoring margin for this season is -9.9.</p><p>Coming into week 11, the Panthers offense is 26th in the league at 17 points per contest. In the passing game, the Panthers are averaging 185.2 passing yards per game, which is 26th in the league. So far, 56.1% of their first downs have come through the passing game.</p><p>The Panthers come into the game handing the ball off 23.6 times per game and are currently 26th in rushing yards. Their average yards per attempt is 3.8.</p><p>On defense, the Panthers are currently positioned 11th in tackles for loss and 15th in sacks. Against them, opponents are scoring an average of 26.9 points per game and gaining 308.3 yards per contest.</p>

Dallas Cowboys vs Carolina Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/23

<p>The Wild and Jets are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets will host the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Wild in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>The Jets 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 Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-9-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner at 2:14 in 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. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they gave up just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play late in the first period.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg fell behind 2-0 in the first period, but seven different players scored to help the Jets come back. The Jets took the lead for good with 12:22 left in the third period.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with each of their seven goals coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his 3rd goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his 1st on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th, including an empty-netter, and Cole Perfetti closed out the scoring with his 4th, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Jets took 34 shots on goal and recorded 10 assists. Josh Morrissey picked up his 13th assist on Perfetti’s empty-netter, while Mark Scheifele earned his 10th assist on Ehlers’ goal. Dylan Samberg scored his 3rd goal of the season, and Logan Stanley found the net for the first time this year.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense got off to a rough start, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the third, which tied the game at 4-4. However, they held firm after that, helping the Jets to a 7-4 win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Game five of the Western Conference Finals is set for Saturday night when the Dallas Stars visit the Vegas Golden Knights. Dallas has not had an easy time in any game this series, but the Stars are just going to take it one game at a time and hope to bring it back home for a game six. Below is my NHL pick for the Dallas Stars vs Vegas Golden Knights.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dallas-stars-vs-vegas-golden-knights-betting-pick"><a></a><a></a>Dallas Stars vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick</h2>



<p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -138</p>



<p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-bet-the-vegas-golden-knights"><a></a>Why Bet the Vegas Golden Knights:</h2>



<p>✅ Vegas has been hot and won five of their last six games played.</p>



<p>✅ The Golden Knights have won six of their last seven games in Vegas.</p>



<p>✅ Dallas has lost four of their last six games overall.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dallas-starts-staying-alive"><a></a>Dallas Starts Staying Alive</h2>



<p>Dallas fell into a 0-3 series hole and all they can do it take it one game at a time. That started in game four when they had to come back from one goal deficits twice just to force overtime. The Stars kept the series alive with an overtime winner.</p>



<p>Game four got started with an early Vegas goal, just 4:17 into the game, but the Stars stayed with it and answered to tie the game up at one going into the first intermission. Vegas went ahead again 10 minutes into the second period, but, again, the Stars answered and tied the game up at two heading into intermission. There was no scoring in the third period, but Dallas got their first win of the series with a Joe Pavelski goal 3:18 into overtime.</p>



<p>Joe Pavelski was joined on the scoresheet by Jason Robertson who scored his 5<sup>th</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> goals of the playoffs to keep the Stars in it. Four different Stars recorded at least one assist in the victory.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-vegas-golden-knights-wont-panic">The Vegas Golden Knights Wont Panic</h2>



<p>Vegas will be disappointed they could not finish off the sweep, but they just have to win one of the next three games to advance to the Stanley Cup. With two games on home ice the Golden Knights will fancy their chances of getting the job done.</p>



<p>In the game four defeat, William Karlsson and Jonathan Marchessault both got on the scoresheet. Four different Golden Knights recorded an assist on the night.</p>

Dallas Stars vs Vegas Golden Knights Game 5 Betting Pick & Prediction

<p>The Redbirds and Braves are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Braves will host the game at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 133.5 points, and Bradley is favored by -13 to win at home against Illinois State.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +13</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Even though we have Bradley winning straight-up, we like Illinois State at +13.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Illinois State Stun the Crowd at Carver Arena?</h3><p>Illinois State will be looking to extend their three-game winning streak when they take on Bradley. The Redbirds have gone 14-14 overall, including an 8-9 record in Missouri Valley Conference play.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Illinois State has gone 6-9 this season. On the road, they have gone 4-8, and their average scoring margin is -5.3 points per game.</p><p>Against the spread, Illinois State has gone 13-14 this season. On the road, they are 5-7 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Redbirds have gone 7-8 vs. the spread this year. In their last 3 road games, Illinois State is 3-0 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Illinois State games is 12-15 and today's line of 133.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (139.1). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 155 points and the over/under record is 3-0.</p><p>Illinois State recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 81 points against Northern Iowa. This output exceeded their season average of 67.2 points per game. The team's top scorer is Myles Foster, who enters today's matchup with an average of 12.2, while Darius Burford also carries a PPG average of 13.2 into the game.</p><p>The Redbirds' defense is presently ranked 77th nationally, allowing an average of 68.2 points per contest. Illinois State's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Northern Iowa offense to knock down 52% of their shots on their way to putting up 73 points.</p><h3>Can the Braves Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Bradley is 10-3 at home this season, and they have won four of their last five games at home. In their last game, they defeated Missouri State by a score of 86-62. On the year, Bradley is 17-6 when they are the favorite, and they have been favored in 23 of their 28 games.</p>

<p>So far this season, Bradley has an average scoring margin of +11.4 points per game at home. Overall, they have a record of 19-9, and they are 11-6 in Missouri Valley Conference games.</p><p>Bradley's ATS record this season is 14-11-2, including a mark of 7-5-1 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Braves are 4-6 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS record is 4-4-1 over their last 10 games.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in Bradley games is 17-10. Today's over/under line of 133.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (140.2). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 147 points compared to their season average of 144.9.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Bradley offense ended with 86 points against Missouri State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 53.2% and made 16 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Duke Deen, who is averaging 14.5 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Malevy Leons also maintains a PPG average of 14.1 heading into game.</p><p>At this time, the Braves' defense is positioned 76th in the country, permitting 68.1 points per game. The Bradley defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 62 points and allowed Missouri State to connect on 4 threes.</p>

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