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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.
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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.

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

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Seattle Kraken vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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Los Angeles Kings vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

Florida Panthers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the Houston Rockets (-333) will travel to take on the Toronto Raptors (+269) in a non-conference matchup. The Rockets are favored by 8 points and the over/under line is set at 223.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto and can be seen on SCHN. The Rockets come into this game with a record of 18-9 and are currently 3rd in the Western Conference. The Raptors are 7-21 and have dropped 6 straight games. Toronto is currently 14th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +8</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-121 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Grab a Win in Toronto?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 18-9 this season after a 133-113 win over the Pelicans on Thursday. Houston, playing at home, was favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread with the 20-point victory. The game’s total of 246 points exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston set the tone early with a 13-0 run, taking the lead from 7-5 to 18-7. They led 39-25 after the 1st quarter. The teams played to a 27-27 tie in the 2nd quarter, but the Rockets outscored the Pelicans 33-27 in the 3rd, entering the 4th with a 99-79 lead. Both teams scored 34 points in the final quarter.</p><p>The Rockets' offense was firing on all cylinders in their win over the Pelicans, shooting 57.5% from the field and hitting 17 threes at a 43.6% clip. Jalen Green led the way with 34 points, including 22 in the 3rd quarter, while Dillon Brooks added 26 points, knocking down 6 threes at 60% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Alperen Sengun contributed 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 71.4% from the floor, and added 10 points in the 4th quarter. Fred VanVleet and Jabari Smith each scored 8 points in the 1st quarter, with Smith adding 6 more in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Rockets held the Pelicans to 113 points on Thursday, despite a 34-point 4th quarter. Houston allowed 25 points in the 1st quarter, and 27 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p> <p>The Pelicans shot 44% from the field, including 46% from three-point range, making 13 threes. The Rockets sent New Orleans to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. Houston finished with 36 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Raptors Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Toronto’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 7-21 after a 101-94 home loss to the Nets on Thursday. The Raptors were favored by 2.5 points but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 195 points fell well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Toronto appeared to be in control after a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring the Nets 30-18 to take a 76-70 lead. However, Brooklyn dominated the 4th quarter, going on an 11-0 run to break a 90-90 tie and seal the win.</p><p>In their 101-94 loss to the Nets, the Raptors shot just 39.5% from the field, but connected on 15 threes at a 34.1% rate. Ochai Agbaji and Gradey Dick each hit 4 threes, with Agbaji leading the team with 20 points and Dick adding 19.</p> <p>Agbaji scored 8 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Dick added 9 in the same period. Scottie Barnes contributed 16 points, 6 assists, and 2 threes, shooting 45.5% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Raptors were solid, holding the Nets to 101 points on 40% shooting, including just 23% from beyond the arc. Toronto allowed 24 points in the 1st quarter and 28 in the 2nd but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 18 points. However, they struggled in the 4th, allowing 31 points.</p> <p>The Raptors limited the Nets to 9 made threes but sent them to the line 31 times, where Brooklyn converted 26 free throws. Toronto finished with 6 steals and 4 blocks but gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Gaels? Tip off is at at 8:00 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 141.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -4.5 over Utah State.</p><h3>UTAH STATE AGGIES VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Mary's Gaels -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT MARY'S GAELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Not only will Saint Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Aggies Secure a Win at Moraga?</h3><h3>Utah State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Aggies dropped to 9-1 on the season after a 75-73 home loss to UC San Diego on Tuesday. Utah State was a -10 favorite going into the game.</p> <p>After leading 39-32 at halftime, Utah State allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their last game, Utah State put up 73 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They hit 28.6% of their threes, going 8-for-28, and were 50% on two-point attempts, finishing 16-for-32. At the free-throw line, the Aggies shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler McGhie led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 50% overall. Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones added 20 points, hitting 55.6% of his shots, while Karson Templin contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 71.4% from the field and 66.7% from three.</p><p>Utah State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. The Aggies allowed 16 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah State's defense held the other team to 8 made threes on 28 attempts, a 28% shooting percentage. The Aggies also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 70%. Utah State allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Gaels Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Mary's improved to 9-2 this season with a 73-68 win over Merrimack on Thursday. Playing at home, the Gaels were -20.5 point favorites but didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 128.5.</p> <p>Saint Mary's led 32-26 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 42 points to Merrimack after the break, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Saint Mary's put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 12 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, converting 16 of 19 for 84.2%.</p> <p>Paulius Murauskas and Mitchell Saxen both scored 18 points, with Saxen grabbing 12 rebounds and Murauskas adding 11 boards and 4 assists. Augustas Marciulionis also contributed 16 points, shooting 50% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Saint Mary's allowing 68 points, they couldn't capitalize on the defensive end, as their opponents shot 45% from the field, hitting 26 of 57 attempts. The Gaels gave up 21 two-point baskets on 45 tries, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Saint Mary's defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, with their opponents shooting 41% from deep. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 19 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 84% clip. Saint Mary's gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Utah State Aggies vs Saint Mary's Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Kings and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Capitals as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>The Capitals 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 Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Kings (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Los Angeles Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 19-9-5 after a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. Los Angeles led 3-2 until Chicago tied it with just 31 seconds left, and the Blackhawks went on to win in the shootout. The Kings were favored on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Los Angeles had a 2-0 lead going into the third period, but the Blackhawks scored three times in the final frame. Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, with Phillip Danault adding the other goal.</p><p>Alex Laferriere netted his 7th and 8th goals of the season, with his first coming on a power play at 16:03 in the first period. Phillip Danault added his first goal of the season at 8:12 in the third period.</p> <p>The Kings took 40 shots on goal and recorded 13 giveaways. Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season.</p><p>Los Angeles appeared to be in control with a 3-2 lead late in the 3rd period, but their defense gave up the tying goal to Chicago with just 31 seconds left. The Kings also allowed three shootout goals, resulting in a 4-3 loss. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Will the Capitals Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals are now 22-8-2 this season. Washington held a 2-1 lead after the first period, but Carolina scored three unanswered goals to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period, with Alex Ovechkin tying the game at 1-1 and Brandon Duhaime giving them a brief lead.</p><p>After falling behind early, Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal just 11 seconds before the first period ended. Ovechkin took 5 shots on goal, and Duhaime had 3.</p> <p>Washington recorded 21 shots on goal but struggled with 15 giveaways. Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s goal, and Nic Dowd earned his 2nd assist on Duhaime’s score.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will look to bounce back after giving up four goals to Carolina, including three unanswered after taking a 2-1 lead. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the defense allowed 44 shots on goal. The Capitals also had 16 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Lightning game? Catch the action at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL, as the Lightning hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>The Panthers 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 Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Lightning (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Florida improved to 21-11-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. As -1.5 goal favorites, the Panthers covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players. They led 2-0 before the Stars tied it up, but the Panthers scored twice in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Florida's offense was active in their 4-2 win, with 16 giveaways but still netting four goals on 25 shots. Each goal came from a different player, including A.J. Greer, who scored for the first time this season, and Sam Reinhart, who added his 10th with an empty-netter.</p> <p>Evan Rodrigues got things going with his third goal of the year at 5:15 in the first period. Matthew Tkachuk followed with his third, scoring on a power play at 11:13 in the second. The Panthers finished with 6 assists, including Sam Reinhart's 11th of the season.</p><p>Florida's defense gave up two goals in the second period, but they shut out the Stars in the first and third, helping the Panthers secure a 4-2 victory. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, while the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Will Tampa Bay Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Tampa Bay fell to 18-10-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> <p>At one point, Tampa Bay held a 2-0 lead, but the Jets responded with seven of the next nine goals. Four different Lightning players found the net in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for Tampa Bay with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point’s 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov netted his 10th, unassisted, at 13:09 in the third period to tie the game 4-4.</p> <p>The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. Four different players found the net, with Kucherov’s goal marking his 10th of the season. Tampa Bay’s offense registered 4 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning gave up the first goal of the game at 7:37 in the first period, and then two more in the second, but the game was tied 4-4 in the third before they allowed three straight goals to the Jets. The first of those came at 12:22 in the third, followed by two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%.</p>

<p>The Senators and Oilers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers will host the game at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Senators in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Be The Talk of Rogers Place?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 18-13-2. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>Three different players contributed to the Senators’ scoring. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 14:32 in the first period, followed by a goal from Brady Tkachuk in the second. Tim Stützle added an empty-net goal in the third to seal the win.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense found the net three times in their 3-0 win over Seattle. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brady Tkachuk, who also netted his 7th. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways. They were held scoreless on the power play and picked up five assists, including Tim Stützle’s 10th of the season on Tkachuk’s goal.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build off their previous performance, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p><h3>Are the Oilers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 20-11-2. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense took 31 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl kicked things off with his 9th goal of the season, while Jeff Skinner added his 3rd. Zach Hyman, with his 3rd goal, found the net on a power play, and Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd of the year.</p> <p>After scoring twice in the first period, the Oilers were held scoreless in the second before Hyman’s power-play goal in the third. Draisaitl also contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 8.</p><p>Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, helping the Oilers to a 4-2 win over Calgary. Defensively, Edmonton had 25 blocks and 2 takeaways, but they did give up two goals, one in the 2nd period and one in the 3rd.</p>

<p>The 49ers are the underdog with a +1.5 point spread as they face the Dolphins on Sunday, December 22nd at 4:25 ET. The Dolphins are favored with a -123 money line, and the over/under line is set at 46 points. This week 16 non-conference matchup is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS VS MIAMI DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 46 points</li></ul><h3>Will The 49ers Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the 49ers sit at 6-8 and rank 7th in our NFL power rankings despite having just a 0.1% chance of making the playoffs. San Francisco is 4-4 at home and 2-4 on the road, with a 1-4 record in division games. They are 5-9 against the spread, including 5-7 as the favorite and 0-2 as the underdog. Their O/U record is 7-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points compared to an average line of 46.5.</p> <p>After snapping a three-game losing streak with a 38-13 win over the Bears in week 14, the 49ers couldn’t keep the momentum going, losing 12-6 to the Rams in week 15. San Francisco was a 3-point favorite at home but couldn’t get the win, and the 18 combined points fell well short of the 48.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the 49ers rank 14th in our offensive power rankings. They are 13th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.4, and 8th in yards per game with 365.1. San Francisco is 10th in passing yards per game (231.6) despite being 25th in passing attempts. They are 7th in rushing yards per game, averaging 133.5 on 28.1 attempts per game. The 49ers rank 10th in 3rd-down conversions but are 20th in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 7th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Brock Purdy struggled in week 15, posting a passer rating of 45 after throwing for 142 yards and an interception on 14/31 passing. George Kittle led the team with 61 receiving yards, and Isaac Guerendo rushed for 57 yards on 16 carries. San Francisco scored just 6 points, with both field goals coming in the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>The 49ers' defense played well on third downs in their most recent game, holding the Rams to a 26.7% conversion rate. Despite this, the 49ers lost 12-6, with the Rams rushing for 142 yards on 38 attempts. The 49ers allowed just 160 passing yards on 16 completions, and Los Angeles did not score a passing touchdown.</p><p></p><p>San Francisco's defense also didn't record any sacks in the game. Overall, the 49ers gave up 302 total yards in the game, and the Rams were able to control the ball for 33 minutes.</p><h3>Will The Dolphins Win At Home Over The 49ers?</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the Dolphins sit at 6-8, putting them 2nd in the AFC East. Our power rankings have them 15th, and they have a 4.9% chance of making the playoffs. Miami is 5-5 in conference games and 3-2 in the division. They are 4-3 at home and 2-5 on the road.</p> <p>Miami has an average scoring margin of -2.6 points per game and is 5-9 against the spread. They have failed to cover in three straight games, including their week 15 loss to the Texans. The O/U record in Dolphins games is 6-8, with an average of 42 combined points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Dolphins rank 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 19.7 points per game, which is 21st in the NFL. They are 19th in total yards per game (324.1) and 14th in passing yards per game (222.6), despite ranking 8th in passing attempts. On the ground, Miami ranks 24th in rushing yards per game, with 101.4, on 26.3 attempts per game. They are 14th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 17th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 15, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 196 yards, with 1 touchdown and 3 interceptions, in a 20-12 loss to the Texans. Miami was shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters, scoring 6 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. De'Von Achane led the team with 41 rushing yards on 12 carries, while Malik Washington had 5 receptions for 52 yards.</p><p>In their 20-12 loss to the Texans, the Dolphins' defense allowed just 77 yards rushing on 20 attempts and held Houston to 181 total yards. Despite this, the Dolphins gave up two passing touchdowns and allowed the Texans to complete 69.2% of their passes. Miami's defense recorded four sacks and limited Houston to a 38.5% conversion rate on third down.<p></p>Miami's defense struggled to defend the big play in the passing game, as the Texans were able to score two passing touchdowns while gaining only 104 yards through the air. The Dolphins' offense was unable to capitalize on the strong defensive performance, scoring only 12 points in the game.</p>

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<p>The Sycamores and Bruins are set to face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins will host the game at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. In this Missouri Valley matchup, Indiana State is favored by -8.5 vs. Belmont. The over/under for the game is 162.5 points.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Belmont Bruins +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BELMONT BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will Belmont pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Sycamores Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Indiana State has been dominant at home this season, going 8-0 and winning by an average of 26.2 points per game. However, they've also been strong on the road, going 8-3 and winning their last two games away from home.</p>

<p>Overall, the Sycamores have won four straight games and are 18-3 on the season. Their record in the Missouri Valley Conference is 8-1, and they have yet to lose a game as the favorite this season, going 15-0.</p><p>Indiana State has an overall ATS record of 12-7 this season. On the road, they have gone 6-5 vs. the spread. As the favorite, the Sycamores have an ATS mark of 11-4 this year. In their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Indiana State's over/under record this season is 12-7, and today's over/under line of 162.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (156.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 162 points, and their OU record over their last three games is 2-1. So far, 14 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line.</p><p>Indiana State's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. UIC, finishing the game with a total of 89 points. Their season average is now 86.3 points per game. One area that the Indiana State offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 129th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 51%.</p><p>At present, the Sycamores' defense is nationally ranked 188th, allowing 72.7 points per game. In their previous game vs. UIC, the Flames finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 83 points vs. Indiana State.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bruins?</h3><p>Belmont has been significantly better at home this season, going 7-1 compared to 4-8 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +5.4, compared to -8.2 on the road. As an underdog this season, the Bruins have gone 4-8.</p>

<p>Belmont is coming off a 74-65 win over UIC, and they have gone 8-2 in their last ten games at home. On the year, they are 12-9, including a 5-5 record in Missouri Valley Conference games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Belmont has an ATS record of 4-8. At home, their ATS mark is 3-5 and their last 10 ATS mark as the underdog is 4-6. Their ATS record for their last 3 home games is 2-1 and their ATS mark for their last 5 home games is 3-2.</p><p>This season, the over/under record in Belmont games is 9-11 and the average scoring total in their games is 155.4 points. Today's over/under line of 162.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (154.6). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 150 points.</p><p>The Belmont offense is coming off a game in which they scored 74 points vs. UIC. Overall their field goal percentage was 39% while connecting on 9 threes. Malik Dia is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 17.3 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Cade Tyson brings a PPG average of 16.8 into the game.</p><p>The Bruins' defense is presently ranked 286th nationally, allowing an average of 78.1 points per contest. Belmont will look once again to perform well on defense, holding UIC to just 39% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

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