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<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Demons and Musketeers face off at 7:00 ET on FS2. The Musketeers are hosting the game at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, OH. The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Xavier as the -19.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 155.5 points.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS XAVIER MUSKETEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cintas Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Musketeers.</li><li>Even though we have Xavier winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Demons Chances on the Road</h3><p>DePaul enters this game as a massive underdog, as they are 0-21 this season when tabbed as the underdog. They are also winless on the road this season, going 0-11 with an average scoring margin of -19.4 points per game.</p>

<p>The Blue Demons have lost 15 straight games, including their most recent contest against Georgetown, 77-76. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone 0-10.</p><p>DePaul has an ATS record of 9-17-1 this season and they are 6-14-1 vs. the spread as the underdog. On the road, the Blue Demons are 4-7 ATS this year and they have gone 1-2 vs. the spread in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, DePaul has an ATS mark of 5-5.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for DePaul games is 15-12. So far, the average point total in their games is 146.3 points, which is 2.1 points lower than the average over/under line of 144.1. Today's over/under line of 155.5 is higher than the average point total in their games, and 18 of their games have finished with less points than 155.5. However, in their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 with an average scoring total of 159 points.</p><p>DePaul is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 76 points versus Georgetown. This output is higher than their season-average of 65 points per game. Leading the team in scoring is Da'Sean Nelson, who is averaging 10.3 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Elijah Fisher also maintains a PPG average of 10.2 heading into game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the DePaul defense is giving up an average of 81.3 points per contest. DePaul's three-point defense is currently 243rd in the country at 9.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 48.1% of their shots vs. DePaul.</p><h3>Will the Musketeers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Xavier enters this game with a record of 13-14, including a 7-9 mark in Big East play. They have lost four straight games, including their most recent contest, an 88-64 defeat at the hands of Marquette.</p>

<p>At home this season, the Musketeers are 10-6, and they have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games played in Cincinnati. As the favorite, Xavier has gone 11-4 this season.</p><p>When looking at Xavier's ATS record this season, they are currently 14-11-2. At home, the Musketeers have gone 8-6-2 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Xavier is 6-3-1 ATS. However, their ATS mark over their last three home games is 0-2-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Xavier games is 14-13, and today's line of 155.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (149.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 154 points, and during their last 10 games, the OU record is 6-4.</p><p>The Xavier offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 64 points versus Marquette. During the game, they attempted 23 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 35.7%. One area that the Xavier offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 156th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 43%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Xavier defense is giving up an average of 73.8 points per contest. Xavier's three-point defense is currently 156th in the country at 7.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.6% of their shots vs. Xavier.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bulls and Pilots face off at 2:30 ET on ESPN2. The Pilots are hosting the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. South Florida is favored by -9.5 in this non-conference contest against Portland. The game's over/under currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS PORTLAND PILOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 2:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Even though we have South Florida winning straight-up, we like Portland at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Florida Have A Chance at The HTC Center?</h3><p>South Florida moved to 2-0 on the season with a 74-55 win over West Georgia on Friday. The Bulls, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>USF led 37-24 at halftime and scored 37 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Florida put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field. They were especially strong inside, hitting 67.6% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making just 5 of 21 threes for a 23.8% rate.</p> <p>Shelton Williams-Dryden led the way with 20 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Jimmie Williams added 14 points in 19 minutes, and Kolten Griffin contributed 13 points and 9 boards, despite shooting just 30.8% overall.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 55 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 28 of their 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, converting 67% of their two-point shots with a 23/34 performance.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Florida held their opponent to 5/21 shooting, or 23%. The other team also went 13/18 from the free-throw line, making 72% of their attempts. South Florida allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Pilots Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Portland picked up a 63-61 road win over Long Beach State on Saturday, November 16th. The Pilots, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game came in at 124, falling short of the O/U line of 141.</p> <p>Portland led 35-30 at halftime and managed to hold on for the win despite being outscored 31-28 in the 2nd half.</p><p>In their latest game, the Portland Pilots managed 63 points, shooting 42.3% from the field and hitting 8 of 20 from three-point range for a 40% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they connected on 64.7% of their free throws, going 11 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Austin Rapp led the way with 18 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes at a 62.5% clip. Cam Denson added 15 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pilots recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Portland's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They limited two-point shooting to 42% (12/28).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 33% (9/27). Portland also sent them to the line 19 times, where they made 10 free throws (52%).</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Portland Pilots NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

It is a pretty quiet Monday on the college basketball side. Only two ranked teams are in action and only a handful of games are scheduled to be played.

Most watchful eyes will be on Marquette vs. Creighton, at least those bettors that aren’t watching Ravens vs. Browns. We have our sights set on a different game for Monday. The non-conference matchup between Pepperdine and UNLV is the spotlight game for us this evening.

It also happens to be the latest game on the card, which doesn’t hurt so that our fine readers have more time to check out the preview.

Pepperdine is up to a 2.5-point favorite with a total of 149 with our good friends at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a>. This line opened Pepperdine -1 so bettors are, ahem, riding the Waves of the line move thus far.

Let’s see how this one stacks up for college basketball action on December 14:
<h3><strong><u>Pepperdine Waves</u></strong></h3>
The end of Lorenzo Romar’s tenure in Washington wound up being very underwhelming, especially with how the Huskies started with three tournament appearances in a row from 2009-11 in Romar’s second, third, and fourth seasons at the helm. Romar took the Pepperdine job in 2019 and the Waves went 16-18 with a 6-10 mark in conference. Last season, Pepperdine was 16-16 and 8-8 in conference with a double overtime loss to Saint Mary’s to end the season in the West Coast Conference Tournament.

This looks to be Romar’s best squad yet in Malibu. The Waves are only 3-3 and one of their wins came against lower-division St. Katherine, but they played right with San Diego State on the road in a 65-60 loss and fell to UCLA in triple overtime. They’ve been a plucky team to open the year and have given some big boys a scare. They also beat Cal by 12 at home.

Pepperdine’s opponents have collectively shot 25.6% from 3, which is a big reason why they’ve been able to have success. In the five-point loss to SDSU, the Aztecs were just 2-of-19 from 3. In the win over Cal, the Golden Bears were 5-of-24.

Offensively, Pepperdine is shooting 56.5% inside the arc and 85.7% at the free throw line. Junior Kessler Edwards and senior Colbey Ross barely leave the floor, but Pepperdine rotates in a lot of other players and has gotten contributions from Pitt transfer Kene Chukwuka right out of the gate.

It will be interesting to see how Pepperdine bounces back. Following the good win over Cal, Pepperdine lost to a really bad Cal State Northridge team by five at home in a game that was played to 76 possessions but featured 173 points. Northridge was 29-of-46 on two-point shots and that has been a problem area for the Waves. Opponents have shot 53.6% from 2.

Will they fare better in this one?
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<h3><strong><u>UNLV Rebels</u></strong></h3>
The Rebels are off to a disappointing start this season at 1-4. The Rebels went in spurts last season under then first-year head coach TJ Otzelberger. They lost eight of 12 to open the season, then won six of their first seven Mountain West games before losing five of the next six. Then they won five straight going into the MWC Tournament before bowing out in the first round against Boise State.

On a game-to-game basis, there was no telling what UNLV was going to do or how they were going to play. So far in 2021, UNLV has lost in blowout fashion to Montana State, UNC, and Alabama. The Rebels also lost by four to Davidson in a game where the Wildcats paraded to the free throw line with 25 makes on 31 attempts.

Then last time out, UNLV pulled a mild shocker with a 10-point road win at Kansas State. To this point, UNLV has let the opposition dictate the pace. They’ve struggled badly to defend both the interior and the perimeter. Opponents have shot nearly 38% on threes and nearly 52% on twos. Meanwhile, UNLV is shooting 35.7% from 3 and 47.9% from 2. That won’t get it done.

In fairness, there are a lot of new faces in Vegas. There is freshman Nicquel Blake. Iowa State transfer Caleb Grill and South Dakota State transfer David Jenkins Jr. have been dialing it up from distance, but have struggled on the defensive end. UNLV is missing Elijah Mitrou-Long, Amauri Hardy, and Donnie Tillman from last year’s squad.

This profiles as a team that should get better as the season goes along, but does that help tonight?
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
These are two teams that should march up and down the floor tonight with minimal resistance. UNLV is playing to the opponent’s pace and Pepperdine will be happy to push the ball up the floor. Pepperdine’s three-point defense will regress and UNLV isn’t playing very good defense at all.

This looks like an over bet at the Thomas &amp; Mack Center to me.
<h4><strong>Pick: Over 149</strong></h4>
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The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>The action at Belmont Park is not done yet, as the Bed O’ Roses Stakes is going to be run at this historic race track as well. This is going to be the 10th race out of 11 that are on the schedule, but it’s typically the one that attracts the most attention.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Older horses are going to be competing in this race, and it’s going to be more of a sprint as opposed to a long race. There are some great horses already confirmed to run in this race, but the final draw won’t happen until later in the week.&nbsp;</p>



<p>You will want to wait until the final odds come out before making your final picks, but there are some horses to look at this weekend. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Couple of Big Names</h2>



<p>When trying to handicap a major horse race, you are always going to want to check out the horses that have had the best year up to this point. When the <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">odds</a> come out it will be Flying Connection that ends up being the betting favorite to win this event. </p>



<p>Flying Connection has put together an impressive resume, and trainer Rob Atras has been working with his horse to have him ready for this event. While Flying Connection might be the favorite, keeping an eye on Nyquist Bay is going to be a good idea as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Nyquist bay has gone 7-2-2 through the first 15 races of his career, but he has been taking advantage of some fields that are a bit weak. It will be interesting to see Nyquist bay and Flying Connection battle it out on the race track, and they should be pushing each other to run fast. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Others in the Field</h2>



<p>There are some other interesting names set to compete this weekend, and it should lead to a terrific battle. The draw could determine how this race is won, but the best horses are going to get it done no matter what.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Apple Picker and Big Pond are two of the horses that have signed up to compete this weekend, and they could keep things interesting. Two other horses that should be in the running are Hot Fudge and Leave No Trace as they have had some success to begin the year.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There could always be some horses that drop out as well, and that will be something to consider.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Flying Connection Gets it Done</h2>



<p>Even though all of the horses in this event are going to be good enough to come up with a win, it’s best to look at the <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">betting</a> favorites in this race. The odds are really going to be spread out after the top two horses, but you shouldn’t be tempted to go for the big win. </p>



<p>It’s going to be either Nyquist bay or Flying Connection that comes away with a win, and they are goign to separate from the pack. Taking Flying connection is going to be the right way to go as he will find a way to get through the rest of the field.</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>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Washington is +147 on the money line as they face the Buccaneers at 4:25 ET on Sunday, September 8th. The Buccaneers are the favorite on the money line at -175 and are -3.5 point favorites on the point spread. This week one matchup is being televised on FOX, and the over/under line is set at 43.5 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Buccaneers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Raymond James Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, September 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Buccaneers winning this one by a score of 21 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Buccaneers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Commanders Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Washington's struggles at home contributed to their tough season, as they went 1-7 at home and 3-10 as the underdog. The Commanders managed just four wins, going 4-13 overall, and all four of their wins came against below .500 teams. They were winless within their division, going 0-6 in the NFC East and struggled against above .500 teams, going 0-9. On the road, they were 6-3 vs. the spread, but at home, they were 0-7-1 vs. the spread.<p></p>The Commanders' over/under record was 10-7, with their games averaging a combined 49.8 points per game, the 5th highest in the league. Against the spread, Washington went 6-10-1 overall. They were 2-3 in non-conference games and managed two wins against above .500 teams.</p><p>Washington's offense was forced to throw the ball a lot last season, as they ranked 2nd in passing attempts per game. Despite this, they were only 19th in passing yards per game, averaging 219.1 yards. The Commanders finished the season with 93.6 rushing yards per game, ranking 26th in the league. In terms of scoring, they averaged 19.4 points per game, placing them 25th in the NFL. At home, they struggled, scoring only 16 points per game, which was 29th in the league, while on the road, they scored 22.3 points per game, ranking 12th.</p><p></p><p>Overall, Washington averaged 312.8 yards per game, which was 24th in the league. Their struggles on third down were evident, as they converted only 35.6% of their third down attempts. Additionally, they were 23rd in the league in offensive power rankings last season.</p><p>Washington's defense really struggled last season, giving up 30.5 points per game, the worst in the NFL. They also allowed the most yards per game, with an average of 388.9, and the most passing yards per game, at 262.2. Their inability to pressure the quarterback was a big issue, as they were near the bottom of the league in both sacks and quarterback hits.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks had a collective passer rating of 104.49 against Washington, which was dead last in the league. Offenses were able to move the ball at will, as the Commanders forced the 2nd most passing attempts against them.</p><h3>Are The Buccaneers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Washington didn't win a single game within their division last year, going 0-6 in the NFC East. They finished the 2023 season with a disappointing 4-13 record, placing them 14th in the NFC and 4th in the NFC East. Against below .500 teams, they were 4-4, but winless (0-9) against teams with above .500 records. The Commanders' over/under record was 10-7, with their games averaging 49.8 points per game.<p></p>On the road, Washington went 3-6, but they really struggled at home with a 1-7 record. As underdogs, they went 3-10 ATS, and as favorites, they were 1-3. Their ATS record for the season was 6-10-1, with a 6-3 mark on the road and 0-7-1 at home.</p><p>Washington's offense ranked 23rd in the league last season, averaging 19.4 points per game, which placed them 25th in the NFL. They struggled to run the ball, finishing with the fewest rushing attempts per game at 21.1 and the 6th best rushing yards per attempt (4.5). In the passing game, the Commanders were 2nd in the league in passing attempts per game, but they were only 19th in passing yards per game, averaging 219.1 yards.</p><p></p><p>Overall, Washington averaged 312.8 yards per game, with a tough time in the red zone, converting only 20.4% of their red zone opportunities. On third downs, they converted 35.6% of their chances.</p><p>Washington's defense was near the bottom in most categories last season, giving up a league-worst 30.5 points per game. Their defense allowed a collective passer rating of 104.49, which also ranked last in the NFL. They struggled to get to the quarterback, as their sack numbers were 16th, and they gave up the most passing yards per game, at 262.2.</p><p></p><p>Opposing offenses consistently moved the ball against Washington, as they also ranked last in yards allowed, giving up an average of 388.9 yards per game. Their inability to get off the field on third downs hurt them, as they allowed a 41.6% conversion rate on third downs.</p>

Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/8/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</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 Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 76ers will be in Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers. The Cavs are currently favored by 11, and the over/under line is set at 221.</p>

<p>Philadelphia comes into this game with a record of 9-16, and they are 12th in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last two games. Cleveland is 24-4 and in first place in the East. They have won three straight.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -11</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-114 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the 76ers Have What it Takes in Cleveland?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 9-16 on the season with a 108-98 win over the Hornets on Friday. The 76ers were favored by 13 points at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 206, falling short of the 213.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia jumped out to a 41-23 lead after the 1st quarter and went on a 10-0 run to extend their lead from 55-46 to 65-46. Charlotte fought back, outscoring the 76ers 27-23 in the 4th quarter, but the 76ers held on for the win.</p><p>Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 34 points and 9 assists in their win over the Hornets, scoring 12 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Tyrese Maxey added 23 points, with 15 coming in the opening period, and Kelly Oubre contributed 22 points, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 49.4% from the field, connecting on 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Oubre and Maxey each made 4 threes, with Maxey shooting 36.4% from deep.</p><p>The 76ers put together a solid defensive performance, holding the Hornets to just 98 points on Friday. Philadelphia allowed 23 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 25 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the 76ers limited the Hornets to 10 made threes on 32% shooting. Philadelphia also recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks in the win.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cleveland as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 24-4 this season with a dominant 124-101 win over the Bucks on Friday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as -8.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a +23 point victory. The total points for the game reached 225, just surpassing the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Cleveland set the tone early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and extending their lead with a 40-point 2nd quarter. A 12-0 run stretched the score from 98-76 to 110-76, and while the Bucks outscored the Cavaliers in the 4th quarter, the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell's consistent scoring helped the Cavaliers to a win over the Bucks, as he poured in 27 points with 8 in each of the first three quarters. Darius Garland added 16 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Evan Mobley and Dean Wade contributed 15 points each.</p> <p>Cleveland connected on 20 threes, shooting 42.6% from deep and 50.5% overall. Ty Jerome chipped in 13 points, with 7 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Cavaliers' defense held the Bucks to 101 points on Friday, with Cleveland giving up 20 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd. They allowed 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure the win.</p> <p>Defensively, the Cavaliers limited Milwaukee's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 37% shooting. They also sent the Bucks to the free-throw line 18 times, where Milwaukee made 11. Cleveland finished with 11 steals but didn't record a block.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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>

Marshall Thundering Herd vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Golden Eagles and Musketeers game? Catch the action at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, OH, as the Musketeers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FOX. Marquette is favored by -5.5 in this Big East conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES VS XAVIER MUSKETEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cintas Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Musketeers.</li><li>Not only will Xavier pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Golden Eagles Chances in Cincinnati</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 10-2 on the season with an 80-70 home win over Butler on Wednesday, December 18th. Despite being -14 favorites, the Golden Eagles didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-32 at halftime, Marquette turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while holding Butler to 35.</p><p>Marquette's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a strong 57.8% shooting inside the arc. However, they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 6 of 30 attempts for 20%.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points, though he shot just 1 of 7 from deep. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, and Marquette grabbed 20 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Marquette's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field on 32 of 75 attempts. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the opponent hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 26/45.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marquette held their opponent to just 6/30 shooting, a 20% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10, shooting 83%. Marquette allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Musketeers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Musketeers dropped to 8-4 on the season after a 94-89 loss to UConn on Wednesday. Xavier, who entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-29 at halftime, Xavier scored 48 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 183 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Xavier's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 54.2% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they connected on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep. Solo Ball and Dante Maddox Jr. each contributed 22 points, with Maddox hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists, while Tarris Reed Jr. grabbed 13 rebounds and added 20 points.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive struggles, allowing 94 points on 47% shooting, the Musketeers couldn't slow down their opponent's two-point attack, which hit 55% of its shots (25/45).</p> <p>Xavier also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 95% of their attempts. The Musketeers gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Marquette Golden Eagles vs Xavier Musketeers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

A couple of teams currently on winning streaks, the Calgary Flames and the Nashville Predators face off at Bridgestone Arena. The match will get going at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 27, and fans at home can witness this Western Conference matchup live on Sportsnet West.
<h2>Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Odds</h2>
With a -135 moneyline, Nashville comes into the contest as the favorite. The line for Calgary now stands at +115, and the Over/Under (O/U) is placed at an even 6 goals. If you want to play the matchup's total, you'll be looking at odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under.

Calgary is 33-31 straight up (SU) and has lost 5.5 units for moneyline bettors this year. 31 of its games have gone over the total, while 28 have gone under and just five have pushed. As an away team this season, the Flames are 19-15 SU.

Calgary has converted on 20.1 percent of its power play opportunities this season, a figure that's right around league average. Its penalty kill is ranked eighth overall, and the team's successfully killed off 82.4 percent of its penalties.

The Flames, as a collective unit, have been sent to the penalty box 3.7 times per game in the 2019-20 season, and 2.0 per game over its last five contests. The team has been forced to kill penalties just 7.6 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

With a .908 save percentage and 27.8 saves per game, David Rittich (24-21-5) has been the top option in goal for Calgary this season. If it decides to rest him, however, head coach Geoff Ward may turn to Cam Talbot (9-14-1 record, .914 save percentage, 2.83 goals against average).

The visiting Flames have relied heavily on Matthew Tkachuk and Johnny Gaudreau this season. Tkachuk (54 points) has tallied 21 goals and 33 assists, and has recorded multiple points in 12 different games. Gaudreau has 16 goals and 37 assists to his nameand has notched at least one point in 38 games.

On the other bench, Nashville is 31-31 straight up (SU) and has lost 11.7 units for moneyline bettors this year. Through 62 regular season outings, 34 of its games have gone over the total, while 27 have gone under and just one has pushed. This season, the team is 15-16 SU as the home team.

The Predators have converted on just 16.7 percent of their power play chances this season, a mark that places them in the bottom 10 overall among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 31st overall, and it's successfully killed off 74.4 percent of all opponent power plays.

The Predators have been penalized 3.8 times per game this season, and 2.4 per game over their last five at home. The team has had to kill penalties just 5.6 minutes per game over their last five outings.

Pekka Rinne has stopped 25.0 shots per game as the primary selection in goal for the Predators. Rinne has 18 wins, 17 losses, and four OT losses to his credit and has recorded a poor .900 save percentage and 3.00 goals against average this season.

Roman Josi (14 goals, 43 assists) will lead the offensive attack for the home team.
<h3>Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Free Picks</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free NHL Pick:</a> SU Winner – Flames, O/U – Under
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Trends

Calgary is 6-1 in games decided by a shootout this season while Nashville is 3-3 in shootouts.

Four of Nashville's last five games gone under the total.

Over Calgary's last ten games, eight of them have been decided by two or more goals (the team is 6-2 in those games).

Calgary skaters recorded 16.3 hits per game last season, while the Preds posted 18.7 hits per matchup.

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Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Betting Pick 2/27/20

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Heat and Magic game? Catch the action at Amway Center in Orlando, FL, as the Magic hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on BSF. This Southeast division matchup has an over/under of 219.5 points, and the Magic are favored to win at home vs. the Heat.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amway Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-109 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Bam Adebayo finishing with Bam Adebayo points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Miami?</h3><p>In their last five games, the Heat are 3-2 and have an overall record of 15-12. As of now, they are 7th in the Eastern Conference and are in 2nd place in the Southeast division.</p><p>Miami comes in with an overall ATS record of 11-15 so far this season. Miami has failed to cover the spread in three straight home games and are 3-10 ATS at home compared to 8-5 on the road.</p><p>The Heat's offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 108 points versus the Timberwolves. During the game, they attempted 30 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 47.1%. Miami's offense is currently one of the slower paced teams in the NBA, at 96.7 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 19th in attempts and 1st in three-point shooting percentage.</p><p><p>Miami's defense has been playing well, ranking 10 in the NBA with 112.0 points allowed per game.</p><p>When it comes to forced turnovers, the Heat are forcing 12.4 per game, which is 8th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 30th in blocked shots at 3.1 per game.</p></p><h3>Can Orlando Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With an overall record of 16-9, the Magic are 4th in the Eastern Conference and are leading the Southeast division. In their last ten games, they have gone 6-4 and are now set to face the Heat.</p><p>Orlando currently has an ATS record of 17-8, placing them above .500 against the spread. In their two most recent home games, Orlando has covered the spread and they are 11-2 ATS at home compared to 6-6 on the road.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 113.2 points per game, the Magic struggled in their previous game. Against the Celtics, the Magic scored 97 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 38.2%. Paolo Banchero led the scoring for the Magic, contributing 36 points. Additionally, Jalen Suggs chipped in with 13 points.</p><p><p>Coming into the game, the Magic's defense has finished two straight games with an increased number of points allowed. Overall, they are 4 in the league at 109.9 points per game allowed.</p><p>Inside the arc, the Magic defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.7% and 36.2% from three-point territory.</p></p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/23

<p>Planning on watching today's Runnin' Utes and Hawkeyes game? Catch the action at Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, SD, as the Hawkeyes hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 164 points, and Iowa is favored by -1 at home against Utah.</p><h3>UTAH RUNNIN' UTES VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -1</p><p>This game will be played at Sanford Pentagon at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Runnin' Utes Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Utah Runnin' Utes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Utah improved to 8-2 on the season with an 89-59 home win over Florida A&M on Tuesday. The Utes were heavy favorites at -32 going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Utah took control early, leading 50-31 at halftime. They added 39 points in the 2nd half while holding Florida A&M to 28 points.</p><p>Utah's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points while shooting 54.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.5%, thanks in large part to their 69.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 37.9% of their shots, connecting on 11 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Despite their shooting success, the Utes struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 41.7% of their attempts. They dished out 25 assists, with Mason Madsen and Mike Sharavjamts each contributing 15 points. Sharavjamts was particularly efficient, shooting 85.7% from the field and 75% from three-point range in just 17 minutes of action.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up 59 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field, including 69% on two-point attempts (23/33). From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 11 of 29 threes, good for 37%.</p> <p>Despite sending their opponent to the line 24 times, Utah caught a break as they only made 10 free throws, shooting 41%. The Utes also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Iowa Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Hawkeyes improved to 8-3 on the season after a dominant 104-57 win over New Orleans on Sunday. Iowa, who were -30.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 161 fell just short of the 162.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Iowa jumped out to a 57-29 lead by halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Privateers 47-28.</p><p>Iowa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 62.7% (42/67). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.1%, thanks to 73.7% shooting on two-pointers (28/38) and 48.3% from beyond the arc (14/29).</p> <p>James White led the way with 24 points, while Owen Freeman added 22 on 10/12 shooting. The Hawkeyes dished out 28 assists, with Brock Harding contributing 6 assists and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even with Iowa's defense giving up 62% shooting, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Hawkeyes allowed 73% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 28 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iowa's opponent went 14 for 29, shooting 48%. They also went to the free-throw line 9 times, making 6 of those attempts.</p>

Utah Runnin' Utes vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball 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.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Wednesday's matchup between the Nationals and Padres has a first pitch set for 4:10 PM ET from PETCO Park in San Diego, CA. The Padres are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -191 compared to the Nationals at +160. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>Washington comes in with a record of 38-41 and they are 4th in the NL East. The Padres are 2nd in the NL West with an overall record of 43-41 and are on a two-game winning streak. Dylan Cease will start for the Padres, while the Nationals are sending DJ Herz to the mound.</p><h3>WASHINGTON NATIONALS VS SAN DIEGO PADRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 7.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at PETCO Park at 4:10 ET on Wednesday, June 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE NATIONALS VS PADRES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>San Diego picked up a 9-7 win over the Nationals in the most recent game of this series. The Padres offense got off to a fast start, scoring two runs in the first and adding three more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Nationals got on the board with four runs in the 3rd and added their final three runs in the 5th.</p>

<p>Jurickson Profar and Manny Machado each homered for the Padres, while Donovan Solano went 2/4 with two RBIs. Adam Mazur got the win out of the bullpen, and Robert Suarez got the save. MacKenzie Gore had a rough outing for the Nationals, taking the loss.</p>

<p>At the plate, Jesse Winker hit a home run for the Nationals and went 1/4 with two RBIs. CJ Abrams had a three-hit game and scored a run for Washington.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is on the road today, and they are looking to snap a two-game losing streak, as they have dropped the first two games of their series vs. the Padres. Overall, the Nationals are 38-41, which has them 4th in the NL East. Currently, they trail the Phillies by 14 games in the division.</p>

<p>At home, the Nationals are 17-19 this year, and they have gone 21-22 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 15 games, going 8-7 in those matchups. As the underdog, the Nationals are 30-34 this year. Washington's overall series record is 11-13-1, and they have won two straight series on the road.</p><p>The Nationals are 47-32 against the run line this season, including a 27-16 record on the road. Their average run margin is -0.2 runs per game, and they have a losing run line streak of one game on the road. As the underdog, they are 40-24 against the run line, and their average run margin in losing games is -3.4 runs per game.</p><p>Washington's over/under record is 36-40, and the average over/under line in their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, the over has hit in 10 of their 17 games. Their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game, and the over has hit in two straight games.</p><p>After a win in his last start, DJ Herz will be on the mound for the Nationals as they take on the Padres in San Diego. Herz was dominant in his last outing, striking out 13 Marlins hitters in 6 innings. He has yet to allow an earned run this season, and in his first start of the year, he went 3 2/3 innings and gave up 4 runs to the Rockies.</p><p>Over his last seven games, CJ Abrams has been on fire for the Nationals, going 15/29 with eight runs scored and four RBIs. Abrams is batting .283 for the season and leads the team with 40 RBIs and 12 homers, which is 13th in the league. Joey Meneses is also near the top of the league in RBIs, as he is 1st on the team and 7th in the league with 41 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Nationals are 19th in the league in scoring at 4.1 runs per game. They are also near the bottom of the league in team OPS and isolated power. Overall, they are batting just .237 and are 21st in the league in home runs.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>San Diego is 43-41 overall as they get set to host the Nationals today. The Padres are 2nd in the NL West, and they trail the Dodgers by 8.5 games. This season, the Padres have gone 14-15 in divisional games.</p>

<p>The Padres have won two straight games, and they have taken a 2-0 series lead over the Nationals. At home, the Padres are 23-22 this year and 20-19 on the road. As the favorite, the Padres are 27-24, and they are 16-17 as the underdog.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Padres have been a much better bet on the road than at home. They are 27-12 against the run line on the road, compared to just 16-29 at home. They have an overall run line record of 43-41, with an average run margin of 0.2 runs per game. They have been a better run line bet as the underdog, going 23-10, compared to 20-31 as the favorite.</p><p>San Diego's games have gone over the total in 44 of 83 games this season, and they've gone over in 14 of 27 games when the O/U line has been set at 7.5 runs. The Padres' games have averaged 8.9 runs per game this season, and they've gone over the total in six straight games.</p><p>Right-hander Dylan Cease gets the start for the Padres today as he faces the Nationals at home. Cease has made 16 starts this season and has a record of 6-6 with an ERA of 4.14. Looking at his overall numbers, Cease has a WHIP of 1.11 and opponents are batting .213 this season. Cease's last outing came against the Brewers, where he finished with a no-decision. In that start, he went 4 2/3 innings, giving up four earned runs, 10 hits, and two homers. Cease has allowed at least one homer in each of his last three outings.</p><p>Over the past 10 games, Manny Machado has been on fire for the Padres, going 14/38 (.368) with two homers and eight RBIs. Jake Cronenworth and Jurickson Profar have also been swinging the bat well, as Cronenworth has gone deep three times in his last 10 games and Profar has a nine-game hitting streak going. For the season, Profar is batting .317 and is 8th in the league with 54 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Padres are 2nd in the league in batting average and are averaging 4.6 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 4.7 runs per contest. Overall, they are 8th in home runs and have the league's 9th best slugging percentage.</p>

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<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

<p>ABC will be covering the Pop-Tarts Bowl matchup between the Iowa State Cyclones and Miami Hurricanes, set for 3:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. Miami is technically the home team, but it's being played on a neutral site. Both teams are 10-3 on the season. The money line odds are close, with Iowa State at -106 and Miami at -114. The point spread is even tighter, with Miami as the slight -1-point favorite. The over/under line is at 53.5 points.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS MIAMI HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Hurricanes -1</p><p>This game will be played at Camping World Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Miami Hurricanes winning this one by a score of 31 to 27</li><li>Not only do we have the Miami Hurricanes winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Iowa State Cyclones Pick Up A Win At Camping World Stadium?</h3><p>With a 10-3 record, Iowa State faces Miami this week. The Cyclones are 5-1 at home and 4-2 on the road. They’ve been favored in 11 of their 13 games, going 8-3 as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Iowa State’s ATS record stands at 7-5, with a +8.7 average scoring margin. They are 4-2 against the spread at home and 3-3 on the road, going 6-5 ATS as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 7-5, with an average line of 48.6 points. This week’s line is 53.5, and their games average 51.8 points, with a typical margin of +5.5 points over the line.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with Miami, Iowa State’s offense ranks 39th in points per game, averaging 30.2, and they are 38th in our offensive power rankings. The Cyclones have leaned on their passing game, ranking 20th in the nation with 254.6 yards per game, while attempting 33.4 passes per game.</p> <p>Rocco Becht leads the team with 3,235 passing yards and 22 touchdowns, though he has thrown nine interceptions and has a passer rating of 92. Carson Hansen is the leading rusher with 670 yards and 11 touchdowns. Jayden Higgins has caught 87 passes for 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns.</p><p>Heading into their matchup against Arizona State, Iowa State’s defense ranked 36th nationally, allowing 21.5 points per game. They were 10th in the country in passing yards allowed, giving up just 161.7 yards per game, and 11th in passer rating, holding opponents to a 69 rating.</p> <p>Against Arizona State, Iowa State’s defense struggled, giving up 45 points and 467 total yards. They allowed 248 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns, along with 219 passing yards and three touchdowns through the air.</p><h3>Can The Miami Hurricanes Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Miami enters Week 13 with a 10-2 record, going 5-0 at home and 4-2 on the road. They’ve been favored in 11 of their 12 games, holding a 9-2 record as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>The Hurricanes have a +20.2 average scoring margin this season, and their ATS record stands at 6-5. At home, they are 3-2 against the spread, while they’ve gone 3-3 ATS on the road.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 53.5 points, lower than any of Miami’s previous games. They have a 7-3-1 over/under record, with an average line of 59.5 points and an average total of 68.1 points per game.</p><p>Miami’s offense has been the best in college football this season, leading the nation in scoring with 44.2 points per game. They also top our offensive power rankings heading into week 1. Their passing game has been their strength, ranking 2nd in the country with 359.2 yards per game. They are 8th in passing completions, averaging 25.9 per game, and have converted 56.5% of their third downs, the best mark in the nation.</p><p></p><p>Cam Ward leads the Hurricanes’ passing attack with 4,123 yards and a passer rating of 118. He has thrown 36 touchdowns and 7 interceptions, completing 67.4% of his passes. Xavier Restrepo has 1,127 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns on 69 catches. Miami’s rushing game ranks 48th, averaging 179.8 yards per game. Damien Martinez has 823 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns.</p><p>Miami's defense heads into this week ranked 40th nationally, allowing 23.9 points per game. They’ve given up 209.8 passing yards per game, with opposing quarterbacks completing 56.9% of their throws, which ranks Miami 35th in the country. On the ground, Miami is 25th nationally, allowing just 111.8 rushing yards per game on an average of 29.4 carries, the 16th fewest rushing attempts faced in the country.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Syracuse, Miami’s defense gave up 42 points, allowing 26 first downs and 482 total yards. Syracuse ran the ball 32 times for 102 yards, while Miami’s secondary allowed 380 passing yards and three touchdowns.</p>

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