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<p>Planning on watching today's Avalanche and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on ESPN. The Avalanche are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Central division matchup against the Jets. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 9:30 ET on Tuesday, April 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>With the Avalanche being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Avalanche.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Jets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Avalanche Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p><p>As the fourth-place team in the Western Conference, the Avalanche have put together a successful season with a record of 50-25-7. In the Central Division, they sit in third place with a record of 16-10. On the road, Colorado has gone 19-16-6 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last three games, the Avalanche have been perfect, winning all three games. In their last 10 games, they have gone 5-5. As the favorite, Colorado has gone 45-18-6 this season.</p></p><p>On the season, the Avalanche have gone 40-42 against the puck line, including a road puck line mark of 16-25. So far, Colorado has 36 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Avalanche have gone 6-4 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin on the road is -.3 goals per game. In their last three road games, Colorado is 2-1 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Colorado have an average of 6.8 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.4. In terms of their over/under performance, the Avalanche come in with a record of 47-32-3.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Colorado has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 4 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>The Avalanche come into the game scoring an average of 3.7 goals per game, putting them 1st in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 4th in the league. The Avalanche went 34-14 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 13-10.</p><p>The leading scorer for Colorado's offense is Nathan MacKinnon. Coming into the game he has 51 goals, ranking 4th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 89 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Jets head into the game ranked 15th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.5 shots per game against Winnipeg. So far, they are 2nd in shutouts, achieving 8 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Alexandar Georgiev has started 62 games this season. His current record stands at 38-18, and his save percentage is 0.966%.</p><h3>Will the Jets Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Jets are 27-11-3 and have won four straight games in Winnipeg. Overall, they are 52-24-6 and have lost three straight games. In the Western Conference, the Jets are in second place and second in the Central Division.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Winnipeg has gone 13-10-3 this season and have won four straight games as the underdog. Against the Western Conference, the Jets have gone 33-17 this season, and they are 7-3 in their last 10 games.</p></p><p>Winnipeg enters the game with an overall puck line record of 44-38 and 37 wins by more than one goal. Their average scoring margin for the season is +.7 goals per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Jets have a puck line record of 17-9, and their average scoring differential when in that role is at +.2 goals per contest. In their last 10 home games, the team has gone 5-5 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Winnipeg's games are averaging 5.6 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 5.9. The Jets currently have an over/under record of 36-39-7.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Colorado has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 4 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Jets come in averaging 3.2 goals per game this season, which is 15th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 17th in the league. This year, the Jets have recorded a 24-13 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 26-11 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Winnipeg's offense is Kyle Connor. Coming into the game he has 34 goals, ranking 25th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Connor has 27 assists this season.</p><p>The Jets defense is currently 15th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.5 shots per game against Winnipeg. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 2nd with 8 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Colorado, goalie Connor Hellebuyck has started 60 games in this season. His current record is 37-19, and his save percentage stands at 0.991%.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/30/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Penguins and Mastodons. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mastodons at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Horizon League conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with Purdue Fort Wayne being favored by -4.5 at home against Youngstown State.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Youngstown State Penguins +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Mastodons.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue Fort Wayne winning straight-up, we like Youngstown State at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance in Fort Wayne?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Youngstown State improved to 9-5 on the season with a 77-61 road win over the Jaguars on January 1st. The Penguins entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>Youngstown State led 45-35 at halftime and held the Jaguars to 26 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The game’s total points of 138 fell just under the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Youngstown State's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 25 threes for 48%, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. At the line, they connected on 82.1% of their free throws, going 23 for 28.</p> <p>EJ Farmer led the way with 26 points, knocking down 5 of 12 threes. Paul Zilinskas added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Siem Uijtendaal was a standout, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 14 points in just 16 minutes. Jarvis Walker struggled, shooting 3 of 17 overall and missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting only 12 of 36 shots for 33%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Youngstown State's defense allowed 7 threes on 26 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws, shooting 69%. The Penguins gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Purdue Fort Wayne Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Purdue Fort Wayne fell to 8-6 on the season after a narrow 69-68 loss to Northern Kentucky on Wednesday. The Mastodons were +2.5 point underdogs heading into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 137, under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Purdue Fort Wayne led 36-30 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 32.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field. They connected on 13 of 37 three-point attempts, hitting 35.1% from deep, and were perfect from the free-throw line, going 7 for 7.</p> <p>Trey Robinson led the way with 26 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 5 for 10 from three-point range. Quinton Morton-Robertson added 19 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc, while Jalen Jackson contributed 17 points despite shooting just 1 for 5 from three.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's defense gave up 69 points, holding their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts effectively, with their opponent making just 9 of 24 shots inside the arc, shooting 37%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Purdue Fort Wayne allowed 14 threes on 34 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41%. They also sent them to the line 14 times, where they hit 9 free throws, shooting 64%. Purdue Fort Wayne allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Mustangs and Rainbow Warriors game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Rainbow Warriors hosts this showdown at 11:59 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -7.5 vs. Cal Poly in a Big West conference matchup.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cal Poly Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cal Poly’s season record dropped to 5-9 after a 98-89 loss to UC Irvine on Thursday. The Mustangs, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>Cal Poly trailed 49-38 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 42 of their own. Despite the improved second-half performance, the Mustangs couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 41% from the field and 29.5% from three-point range (13/44). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.2%, with a strong performance inside, hitting 53.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Devin Tillis led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall. Bent Leuchten added 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Myles Che contributed 22 points, hitting 56.2% of his shots.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense struggled, giving up 98 points despite holding their opponent to 41% shooting. The Mustangs allowed 34 field goals on 83 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Cal Poly's defense allowed 53% shooting, with their opponent hitting 21 of 39 two-point attempts. From three-point range, the opposition made 13 of 44 shots, a 29% success rate.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Hawaii's season record fell to 6-5 after a 64-61 loss to UC Santa Barbara on Friday, January 3rd. The Rainbow Warriors were -2.5 point favorites at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hawaii trailed 31-28 at halftime and matched UCSB's 33 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Hawaii managed just 61 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, with a rough 21.4% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 14 attempts. They connected on 52.6% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Stephan Swenson led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, despite shooting 25% from three. Tanner Christensen added 15 points, shooting 60% overall, while Gytis Nemeiksa contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 23 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 shots, shooting 75%.</p>

Cal Poly Mustangs vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Lightning and Kings game? Catch the action at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, as the Kings hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Kings as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>With the Kings being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Take the Kings on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Lightning (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Lightning Chances in Los Angeles</h3><p>After a 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning’s record stands at 20-13-2. Tampa Bay held a 2-0 lead early, but their defense faltered, allowing seven unanswered goals, including two empty-netters.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 11. Tampa Bay, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. Four different Lightning players scored in the game.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning 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 in the second period, and Nikita Kucherov netted his 10th in the third.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They finished with 4 assists on their 4 goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning struggled late, giving up the final three goals of the game, including two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson finished with a save percentage of 84.4% on 32 shots from the Jets. Tampa Bay's defense also recorded 16 hits and 6 takeaways.</p><h3>Are Los Angeles Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 22-10-5. Los Angeles led 3-2 in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left, before winning in the shootout.</p>

<p>The Kings were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals surpassed that number, with the Kings failing to cover the puck line.</p><p>Alex Laferriere opened the scoring for the Kings with his 7th goal of the season, later adding his 8th in the second period. Phillip Danault netted his first goal of the season in the third period, while also picking up his 4th assist on Laferriere's second goal.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. They had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Despite leading 3-2 late in the third period, the Kings gave up a goal with just 31 seconds remaining, and then another three goals in the shootout. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with a save percentage of 85.7%. Defensively, the Kings finished with 6 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Dolphins are favored on the road with a money line of -296 as they take on the Browns at 4:05 ET on Sunday, December 29th. The Browns are +240 on the money line, and the point spread has the Dolphins -6.5. The over/under line is currently at 40 points for this week 17 AFC matchup. You can catch this one on CBS.</p><h3>MIAMI DOLPHINS VS CLEVELAND BROWNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Browns +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Huntington Bank Field at 4:05 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND BROWNS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Browns winning this one by a score of 22 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Browns winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Dolphins Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Miami snapped a two-game losing streak in week 16, defeating the 49ers 29-17 to improve to 7-8. The Dolphins entered the game as 1.5-point underdogs but came away with a 12-point win, outscoring San Francisco 16-7 in the second half. The combined 46 points narrowly went over the 44-point line. Prior to this, Miami had lost to the Texans in week 15 and beaten the Jets in week 14.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Dolphins have an 8.3% chance of making the playoffs and are 14th in our power rankings. They are 2-5 on the road and 5-3 at home. Against the spread, Miami is 6-9, with a -1.6 average scoring margin. Their O/U record is 7-8, with their games averaging 42.3 points.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Dolphins are 17th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 20.3 points per game, which ranks 23rd in the NFL. They are 17th in the league in yards per game (327.9) and 15th in passing yards per game (222.1) on 34.9 attempts per game. Miami ranks 15th in rushing attempts per game and 24th in rushing yards, averaging 105.7 per contest. They are converting 38.1% of their third-down attempts, which ranks 17th in the NFL, and they are also 17th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 16, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 215 yards and a touchdown, completing 22 of 34 passes without an interception. De'Von Achane rushed for 120 yards on 17 carries and also led the team in receiving with 6 catches for 70 yards. Miami scored 10 points in the 4th quarter and converted 1 of 3 red zone attempts in their win over the 49ers.</p><p>In their 29-17 win over the 49ers, the Dolphins' defense gave up 374 yards, but they did a good job on third downs, allowing just a 38.5% conversion rate. Miami defended the run well, allowing 81 yards on 18 attempts, which is 4.5 yards per attempt. They also came up with three sacks and an interception.<p></p>Against the pass, the Dolphins allowed 293 yards, with San Francisco completing 65% of their passes. However, Miami's defense tightened up when needed, allowing just two touchdowns and keeping the 49ers to 2-of-7 on fourth down.</p><h3>Are The Browns Going Win In At Upset At Huntington Bank Field</h3><p>With their playoff chances at 0.0%, the Browns head into week 17 ranked 23rd in our NFL power rankings. Cleveland is currently on a four-game losing streak, including a 24-6 loss to the Bengals in week 16. This puts their record at 3-12, leaving them 4th in the AFC North. In division games, the Browns are 2-3, with an overall conference record of 3-7.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Browns are 4-11, with an average scoring margin of -9 points per game. They have also lost four straight ATS. Cleveland is 0-4 as a favorite and 4-7 as an underdog. Their O/U record is 6-9, with the under hitting in three consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Browns rank 32nd in our offensive power rankings, averaging 16.3 points per game, which is 30th in the NFL. They lead the league in passing attempts per game (38.7) but are only 19th in passing yards, with 211.3 per game. On the ground, they rank 27th in rushing yards per game (95.9) on 22.9 attempts per game, which ranks 24th. Cleveland has struggled on third down, converting just 28.4% of their attempts, ranking 31st in the league. However, they lead the NFL in red zone conversion percentage at 61.3%.</p> <p>In week 16, Dorian Thompson-Robinson threw for 157 yards on 20 of 34 passing, with 2 interceptions and no touchdowns. Jerome Ford led the rushing attack with 92 yards on 11 carries, while David Njoku had 8 receptions for 66 yards. The Browns scored all 6 of their points in the 3rd quarter, failing to score in the 1st, 2nd, and 4th quarters. They converted 3 of 12 third-down attempts and went 1 for 3 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 24-6 loss to the Bengals, the Browns' defense gave up 210 yards through the air, with Cincinnati completing 76.7% of their passes. Cleveland struggled to defend the big play, as the Bengals finished with three passing touchdowns. Despite this, the Browns' defense did manage to come up with four sacks in the game.<p></p>On the ground, the Browns allowed 116 rushing yards on just 22 attempts, with the Bengals averaging 5.3 yards per attempt. Cleveland also struggled on third downs, allowing the Bengals to convert 36.4% of their third down opportunities.</p>

Miami Dolphins vs Cleveland Browns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>The Vaqueros and Islanders are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Islanders will host the game at American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, TX. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 153 points, and the Islanders are favored to win at home against the Vaqueros.</p><h3>TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS VS TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Islanders.</li><li>Not only will Texas A&M-Corpus Christi pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Texas-Rio Grande Valley Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Vaqueros come into today's game with a 2-7 record, having lost their last game to Tarleton State (77-75). In their previous ten road games, including last year, Texas-Rio Grande Valley has a 2-8 record. Prior to today's game, Texas-Rio Grande Valley has a 3-4 ATS record. Looking at their performance in the last five games, they are 2-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through nine games, Texas-Rio Grande Valley has an over/under record of 3-4-0, with their games averaging 149.1 points per game on average. When assessing the Vaqueros' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 1-2, with their games averaging 144 points per game.</p><p>The Vaqueros' offense finished with 75 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 73.4 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring was Hasan Abdul-Hakim with 23 points. Daylen Williams also added 16 points for the Vaqueros.</p><p>The Vaqueros' defense is presently ranked 226th nationally, allowing an average of 79.7 points per contest. In today's game, the Texas-Rio Grande Valley defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 3 three-pointers while giving up 77 points.</p><h3>Will the Islanders Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi enters today's game with a 3-4 overall record. In their last three home games, including one from last year, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has a record of 2-1. As of today's game, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi holds a 3-2 record against the spread. Looking at their previous five games, the team has gone 2-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's games have averaged 142.2 points per game with the average over/under line being 144.9 points. In their most recent three games, the Islanders' over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 147 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi offense ended with 67 points against UTEP. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 40.8% and made 5 threes. The team's scoring leader is Dian Wright-Forde, who holds an average of 11.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Lance-Amir Paul is averaging 10 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Islanders' defense is nationally ranked 100th, allowing 68.6 points per game. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's three-point defense is currently 36th in the country at 5.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.1% of their shots vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.</p>

Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/23

<p>The 49ers and Cardinals will face off on Sunday, January 5th at 4:25 ET on FOX. The Cardinals are favored at -207 on the money line and -4 on the point spread. This week 18 NFC West matchup has an over/under line set at 42.5 points. The game is being played at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS VS ARIZONA CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +4</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cardinals winning this one by a score of 20 to 19</li><li>Even though we like the Cardinals to win, our ATS pick is to take the 49ers at +4</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The 49ers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 6-10 record, the 49ers have dropped three straight games, including a 40-34 loss to the Lions in week 17. San Francisco was unable to take advantage of being at home, and they also failed to cover as 3.5-point underdogs. The combined scoring of 74 points easily surpassed the 50-point line, marking the 49ers’ second straight over.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the 49ers rank 8th in our power rankings despite having a -1.5 scoring margin. They are 5-11 against the spread and have lost three straight ATS. San Francisco has a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs or winning the NFC West.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the 49ers are 12th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 22.8 points per game, which ranks 13th in the NFL. They are 5th in the league in yards per game (372.6) and 4th in passing yards per game (246), despite being 24th in passing attempts. On the ground, San Francisco ranks 14th in rushing attempts and 11th in rushing yards per game (126.6). They are 9th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 42.9% success rate, and 23rd in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Brock Purdy threw for 377 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 17, completing 27 of 35 passes, but he also had 2 interceptions. Ricky Pearsall led the team with 8 catches for 141 yards and a touchdown, while Isaac Guerendo had 34 rushing yards on 9 carries. San Francisco scored on all 5 of their red zone trips and converted 62.5% of their 3rd-down attempts against the Lions.</p><p>In the 49ers' 40-34 loss to the Lions, their defense allowed 287 passing yards on 26 completions. The 49ers gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed the Lions to complete 76.5% of their passes. On the ground, the 49ers allowed 152 rushing yards on 33 attempts, with Detroit averaging 4.6 yards per attempt. San Francisco also struggled on third downs, allowing the Lions to convert 64.3% of their third down attempts. The 49ers did have two sacks in the game.<p></p><h3>Are The Cardinals Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 18 with a 7-9 record, the Cardinals are 15th in our power rankings and have a -0.1 scoring margin. They have lost two straight, including a 36-30 loss to the Panthers in week 16 and a 13-9 loss to the Rams in week 17. Arizona was a 6.5-point underdog against LA but managed to cover the spread despite the loss.</p> <p>With no playoff chances, the Cardinals will look to end the season on a high note when they host the 49ers in week 18. Arizona is 10-6 against the spread this year, including a 7-2 record as an underdog. Their O/U record is 7-8-1, with their games averaging 44.2 points compared to a 46.8-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Cardinals sit 14th in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 22.1 points per game, and 11th in total offense with 356.1 yards per game. Arizona has leaned on the run game, ranking 7th in rushing yards per game (143.8) on 27.2 attempts per contest. On 3rd down, they are converting 43.4% of the time, which is 7th-best in the league.</p> <p>In week 17, Kyler Murray threw for 321 yards on 33/48 passing, with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions in a loss to the Rams. He was sacked 4 times. Trey McBride led the team with 12 catches for 123 yards, while Michael Carter had 70 rushing yards on 13 carries. Arizona struggled to score, managing only 9 points, all in the second half.</p><p>In their 13-9 loss to the Rams, the Cardinals' defense held the Rams to just 3.1 yards per attempt on 22 rushes, totaling 68 yards. Arizona also limited the Rams to 189 passing yards on 17 completions, with a 53.1% completion percentage. However, they were unable to record any sacks and lost the quarterback hit differential by -4.<p></p>The Cardinals' defense was solid on third downs, allowing the Rams to convert just 40% of their third down attempts. Despite this, the Cardinals' offense struggled, and the team as a whole was unable to come out with a win.</p>

San Francisco 49ers vs Arizona Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Crusaders versus the Crimson? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Lavietes Pavilion in Cambridge, MA. The over/under for this game is set at 142 points, and the Crimson are the home favorites against the Crusaders in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS VS HARVARD CRIMSON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Holy Cross Crusaders +16</p><p>This game will be played at Lavietes Pavilion at 2:00 ET on Thursday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Crimson.</li><li>Even though we have Harvard winning straight-up, we like Holy Cross at +16.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Crusaders Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Holy Cross is preparing for their twelfth game of the season, coming into the contest with a record of 2-9. The Crusaders have a 2-5 record on the road and are 0-3 at home. As of now, Holy Cross has a subpar ATS record of 3-7. This includes a 3-4 mark vs. the spread on the road and going winless at home at 0-3.</p><p>After 11 games, Holy Cross has an over/under record of 5-5-0, with their games averaging a combined 143.6 points per game so far. When looking at the Crusaders' last three games, their over/under record is 2-1, with their games averaging 145 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Holy Cross offense ended with 64 points against Boston College. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 39.6% and made 9 threes. Joseph Octave is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 14.5 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Caleb Kenney brings a PPG average of 8.7 into the game.</p><p>Facing Harvard, Holy Cross aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 77.5 points allowed per game (248th). Against Boston College in their most recent game, the Holy Cross defense gave up a total of 95 points while allowing Boston College to hit 47% of their shots.</p><h3>Does Harvard Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>After playing 10 games, Harvard currently has a record of 7-3. In their last three home games, including those from the previous year, Harvard has been undefeated. As of now, Harvard holds a 4-4 ATS record heading into today's game. In home games this season, Harvard is 1-1 vs. the spread, and in their previous ten home games, they have gone 2-7 ATS.</p><p>Harvard comes in with an over/under record of 6-2-0 through 10 games, with their games averaging a combined 148.1 points per game so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Crimson's games have averaged 145 points per game, along with an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The Harvard offense is coming off a game in which they scored 53 points vs. Loyola Chicago. Overall their field goal percentage was 24.5% while connecting on 4 threes. Chisom Okpara led the team in scoring, putting up 19 points. Additionally, Malik Mack contributed 10 points for the Crimson.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Harvard defense is giving up an average of 70.3 points per contest. Harvard's three-point defense is currently 106th in the country at 6.9 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 37.0% of their shots vs. Harvard.</p>

Holy Cross Crusaders vs Harvard Crimson Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/23

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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.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SWAC. The game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and Norfolk State is favored by -5.5 against Grambling State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS VS NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Norfolk State Spartans -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena at 4:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will Norfolk State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Grambling State Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Grambling State’s season struggles continued with a 73-60 home loss to Delaware State on Thursday, dropping their record to 0-8. The Tigers entered the game as -4.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 133, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 29-25 at halftime, Grambling State’s defense faltered in the 2nd half, allowing 44 points while scoring 35. They’ll need to tighten up defensively to turn their season around.</p><p>Grambling State struggled offensively in their latest game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and 16.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they connected on 63.2% of their free throws, going 12 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Robert Smith led the team with 16 points, despite shooting 35.3% overall and missing both of his three-point attempts. Martaz Robinson hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 15 points and 6 rebounds, while Muneer Newton added 13 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Grambling State's defense held their opponent to 73 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 52% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grambling State's defense was effective, limiting their opponent to just 4 made threes on 24 attempts, a 16% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 12, shooting 63%.</p><h3>Do the Spartans Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Norfolk State Spartans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Norfolk State improved to 5-6 on the season with a 71-54 road win over Alabama State on Thursday. The Spartans, who entered the game as 4-point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Norfolk State jumped out to a 44-21 lead in the first half but allowed Alabama State to outscore them 33-27 in the second half. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the 146.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Norfolk State put up 71 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans hit 78.6%, going 22-for-28, and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. TJ Madlock led the team with 17 points, while Brian Moore Jr. added 15 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Norfolk State's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 54 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the opposition to just 3 made threes on 26 attempts, an 11% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Norfolk State's defense allowed 15 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 46% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 68%. Norfolk State gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Grambling State Tigers vs Norfolk State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redhawks versus the Lancers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. This Western Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and California Baptist is favored to win by -4.5 at home vs. Seattle.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-71 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist 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 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redhawks Make it Happen in Riverside?</h3><h3>Seattle Redhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seattle’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-9 after a 71-69 home loss to Nicholls on Monday. The Redhawks were -10 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Seattle trailed 35-32 at halftime but managed to outscore Nicholls 37-36 in the second half. However, it wasn’t enough to pull off the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Seattle Redhawks put up 69 points, shooting 42% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 17 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48%, and they connected on 74.1% of their free throws, going 20 of 27 from the line.</p> <p>Byron Ireland led the way with 19 points on 7 of 10 shooting, while Trae English added 13 points and 5 assists. Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe contributed 12 points and 9 rebounds, and Brayden Maldonado hit 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 21 of 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, also at a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Seattle's defense conceded 7 threes on 17 attempts, with opponents hitting 41%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20 for 74%. Seattle allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored California Baptist?</h3><p>California Baptist fell to 7-7 on the season after a 71-63 loss to UC Irvine on Monday, December 30th. The Lancers, who were +3.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this home game.</p> <p>Despite leading 29-25 at halftime, California Baptist allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The combined points of 134 fell short of the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>California Baptist put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They connected on 6 of 7 free throws, good for 85.7%, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, dishing out 14 assists as a team.</p> <p>Bent Leuchten led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Adam Moussa also contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Dominique Daniels Jr. added 19 points despite shooting just 28.6% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p><p>California Baptist gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 makes on 33 two-point shots, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lancers' defense saw the other team hit 9 of 27 attempts, good for 33%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 6, an 85% success rate. California Baptist allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Bearkats and Miners game? Catch the action at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX, as the Miners hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. This Conference USA conference matchup has an over/under of 146.5 points, and UTEP is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Sam Houston.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS UTEP MINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTEP Miners -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTEP MINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Miners.</li><li>Not only will UTEP pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bearkats Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Sam Houston's season record dropped to 4-7 after a 75-71 road loss to New Mexico State on Thursday. The Bearkats, who were slight -1 favorites, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite trailing 38-30 at halftime, Sam Houston outscored the Aggies 41-37 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 146 fell just short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a 50% success rate on two-point shots, going 22 for 44 inside the arc.</p> <p>Christian Cook led the way with 25 points, despite shooting 42.1% overall and 28.6% from deep. Kalifa Sakho was efficient, hitting 7 of 9 shots and grabbing 13 rebounds. Marcus Boykin added 6 assists, while Lamar Wilkerson connected on 50% of his three-point attempts, going 2 for 4.</p><p>Even though Sam Houston's defense gave up 75 points, they held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 24 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bearkats allowed 51% shooting, as their opponent connected on 17 of 33 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Sam Houston's defense limited their opponent to 28% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 25 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 for an 83% success rate. The Bearkats also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Miners Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>UTEP Miners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UTEP improved to 8-3 on the season with a 70-60 home win over Louisiana Tech on Thursday, January 2nd. The Miners, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game were 130, falling under the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>UTEP led 36-27 at halftime and scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33 points to the Bulldogs.</p><p>UTEP's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 6 of 29 threes for a 20.7% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 37.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.4%.</p> <p>Otis Frazier III led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field despite going 2 for 9 from three. Corey Camper Jr. added 17 points, while Kaden Cooper contributed 14 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes for a 44.4% shooting percentage.</p><p>UTEP's defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing 37% shooting overall. They gave up 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UTEP limited their opponent to 6 threes on 29 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they hit 14 free throws, shooting 82%.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Bruins and Cornhuskers game? Catch the action at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE, as the Cornhuskers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on FOX. The over/under for this Big Ten conference contest is set at 133.5 points, with Nebraska being favored by -1.5 at home against UCLA.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nebraska Cornhuskers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Not only will Nebraska pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UCLA Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>UCLA improved to 11-2 after a 65-62 win over Gonzaga on Saturday. The Bruins, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>UCLA led 27-25 at halftime and outscored Gonzaga 38-37 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 127, well under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>UCLA managed just 65 points in their latest game, shooting 36.4% from the field. Their two-point shooting was a dismal 25.8%, but they connected on 50% of their threes, hitting 12 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Graham Ike led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. Eric Dailey Jr. added 18 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes, while Ryan Nembhard contributed 16 points and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite UCLA allowing 62 points, they held their opponent to just 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% shooting rate from beyond the arc. The Bruins also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they converted 5 of those attempts, shooting 62%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UCLA's defense struggled, giving up 18 two-point field goals on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 58%. The Bruins also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Cornhuskers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Nebraska improved to 11-2 on the season with a dominant 77-43 win over Southern on Monday. Playing at home, the Cornhuskers entered the game as -22 favorites and covered the spread comfortably.</p> 

<p>After taking a commanding 39-15 lead at halftime, Nebraska added 38 points in the second half while allowing 28. The total points for the game were 120, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and hitting 43.3% of their threes (13/30). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, and they connected on 56.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Connor Essegian led the way with 20 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 50% clip. The Cornhuskers dished out 22 assists, with Brice Williams contributing 4 assists and 7 rebounds in the win.</p><p>Despite Nebraska's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to just 43 points. The Cornhuskers allowed 49% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 26 of 53 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's opponent shot 43%, making 13 of 30 three-pointers. They also went 12/18 from the free-throw line, while Nebraska gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

UCLA Bruins vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Flames versus the Bruins? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 157.5 points, and Belmont is favored by -6.5 to win at home against UIC.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like UIC at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UIC Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Flames improved to 7-4 on the season with a 74-70 win over Drake on Wednesday. UIC, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at halftime, UIC outscored Drake 42-37 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the O/U line of 129.5.</p><p>UIC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 57.4% from the field and 47.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66%, with 19 of their 30 two-point attempts finding the mark at a rate of 63.3%.</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 30 points and 12 assists, hitting 4 of 9 from deep. Tyem Freeman was also hot from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 7 threes, while Jordan Mason was perfect from long range, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 17 points on 7 of 9 shooting overall.</p><p>UIC Flames gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 57% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 17 threes, shooting 47%. UIC also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 70%.</p><h3>Can Belmont Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Belmont's record fell to 8-5 after a 76-70 road loss to Northern Iowa on Wednesday. The Bruins were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 146, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Belmont trailed 39-34 at halftime and couldn't make up the difference in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Belmont's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 38.7% overall and 30% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 40 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they managed only 5 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the Bruins with 19 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts. Carter Whitt contributed 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Tytan Anderson added 18 points. Belmont finished with 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Belmont's defensive efforts, they couldn't keep their opponent from scoring 76 points. The Bruins allowed a 45% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 29 of 64 shots.</p> <p>Belmont struggled to contain two-point shots, as their opponent connected on 26 of 46 attempts (56%). However, the Bruins did limit their opponent's three-point shooting to just 3 of 18 (16%).</p>

UIC Flames vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Hornets and Bison are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPNU. The Bison will host the game at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC. This Mid-Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 149.5 points, and Howard is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Delaware State.</p><h3>DELAWARE STATE HORNETS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Burr Gymnasium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Grab a Win in Washington?</h3><h3>Delaware State Hornets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware State fell to 4-7 on the season after a 76-58 road loss to Saint Joseph's on Saturday. The Hornets went into the game as +20 underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-20 at halftime, Delaware State put up 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The game’s total points of 134 came in under the 148.5 O/U line.</p><p>Delaware State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 58 points on 35% shooting from the field. They failed to connect from beyond the arc, going 0-for-8, and their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting at 35%.</p> <p>Kaseem Watson led the way with 23 points, shooting 55% from the field, while Erik Reynolds added 22 points, hitting 4 of 13 from three. The Hornets managed 10 assists, with Derek Simpson contributing 9 of them.</p><p>Delaware State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 23 attempts, an 82% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Delaware State's defense held their opponent to 25% shooting, with 8 made threes on 31 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Can the Bison Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Howard’s season struggles continued with a 93-65 loss to Yale on Wednesday, dropping their record to 3-9. The Bison were +14 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Howard fell behind early, trailing 51-27 at halftime. They scored 38 points in the second half but allowed 42. The game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 149.5.</p><p>In their last game, Howard put up 65 points, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27.3% (6/22) of their threes. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 7 of 9 attempts for a 77.8% success rate.</p> <p>Samson Aletan led the way with 19 points on 6 of 7 shooting in just 20 minutes, while John Poulakidas and Marcus Dockery each added 17 points. Poulakidas hit 4 of 8 threes, and Blake Harper and Nick Townsend also shot 50% from deep, each making 2 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 93 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Howard's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who went 14/28 for 50%. They also sent their opponent to the line 17 times, where they converted 13 free throws for 76%.</p>

Delaware State Hornets vs Howard Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Wolverines versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FOX. The game will be played at Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. Michigan come into this Big Ten conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151.5 points.</p><h3>MICHIGAN WOLVERINES VS USC TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Trojans +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Galen Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Not only will USC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Michigan Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>Michigan improved to 10-3 on the season with a dominant 112-64 win over Western Kentucky on Sunday. Playing at home, the Wolverines entered the game as -21.5 point favorites and covered the spread comfortably.</p> <p>Michigan led 59-31 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Hilltoppers 53-33. The game’s total points of 176 exceeded the over/under line of 159.5.</p><p>Michigan's offense exploded for 112 points in their last game, shooting 51.6% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 47.5% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.6%, and they connected on 77.1% of their free throws, going 27/35 from the line.</p> <p>Vladislav Goldin was nearly perfect, shooting 87.5% overall and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Nimari Burnett also shined from deep, making 5 of 7 threes, while Tre Donaldson grabbed 11 rebounds and added 4 assists.</p><p>Even though Michigan allowed 64 points, they struggled defensively, giving up 51% shooting from the field. The Wolverines allowed 33 made field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>Michigan's defense also put the opposing team on the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 27 free throws, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Do the Trojans Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>USC Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>USC improved to 9-4 on the season with an 82-51 home win over Southern on Sunday, December 22nd. The Trojans, who were -15.5 favorites, covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 133 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>USC led 41-27 at halftime and maintained their momentum in the 2nd half, scoring another 41 points while holding Southern to just 24 points after the break.</p><p>USC put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 48% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They hit 6 of 17 from beyond the arc, shooting 35.3% from three, and connected on 80% of their free throws, going 28 for 35.</p> <p>Chibuzo Agbo led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three, while Josh Cohen added 17 points in just 14 minutes, shooting 80% from the field. Desmond Claude contributed 13 points and 5 assists, and the Trojans finished with 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, USC's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 48% from the field, with 24 made baskets on 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 18 of 33 shots, good for 54%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 6 of 17 attempts, shooting 35%. They also went to the free-throw line 35 times, making 28, which is 80%. USC gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Michigan Wolverines vs USC Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. South Carolina State is favored by -4.5 in this Mid-Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulldogs Win on the Road?</h3><p>South Carolina State fell to 4-9 on the season after a 79-72 road loss to Georgia on Sunday. Despite being +26 point underdogs, the Bulldogs kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>South Carolina State led 41-24 at halftime but allowed Georgia to score 55 points in the 2nd half while managing only 31 points themselves. The game’s total points of 151 went over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Carolina State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.6%. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 20 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 19 of 24 for 79.2%.</p> <p>Jayden Johnson and RJ Godfrey each shot 5 of 8 from the field, with Johnson adding 16 points and 3 assists. Tyrin Lawrence and Michael Teal contributed 14 and 13 points, respectively, while Asa Newell was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots for 12 points.</p><p>South Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to connect on 64% of their two-point attempts, with 22 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Bulldogs held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 5 made threes. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they hit 20 free throws for 64%.</p><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Morgan State fell to 2-10 on the season after a 90-68 road loss to Minnesota on Sunday. The Bears entered the game as +24 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Minnesota jumped out to a 55-37 lead by halftime, and while Morgan State kept the second half closer, being outscored 35-31, it wasn't enough to mount a comeback. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the 144.5 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, Morgan State put up 68 points, shooting 40% from the field and 36.4% from beyond the arc. They connected on 16 of 19 free throws, hitting 84.2% from the line, and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, finishing with 18 assists.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 25 points and 4 assists, while Mike Mitchell Jr. added 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 threes. Dawson Garcia also contributed, going 4 of 5 from deep and finishing with 18 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Morgan State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 90 points while allowing their opponents to shoot 51% from the field. The Bears couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 58% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 31 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morgan State's defense gave up 13 threes on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. The Bears allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Hockey Club and Stars game? Catch the action at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX, as the Stars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Stars are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Stars winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Stars on the moneyline</li><li>The Stars should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Hockey Club Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-15-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 7, pushing it over the line. Utah, as the underdog, didn’t cover the puck line.</p>

<p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Logan Cooley opened the scoring at 11:52 in the first period, and Ian Cole added another at 12:00 in the second. The Golden Knights tied it up with a goal at 19:59 in the second period and took the lead in the third. Alexander Kerfoot’s goal at 13:10 in the third tied it for Utah, but Vegas scored the winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club registered 13 giveaways in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. They took 19 shots on goal, with Logan Cooley scoring his second goal of the season. Ian Cole added his first goal, while Alexander Kerfoot netted his second.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad notched two assists, bringing his season total to two. Jack McBain picked up his third assist, while Cooley now has eight assists this season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist of the year.</p><p>Utah's defense will look to rebound after allowing 4 goals in their last game, including the game-winner in overtime. They had taken a 2-0 lead over Vegas, but the Golden Knights scored twice late in the 2nd period and twice more in the 3rd and OT. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, while the defense had 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Can the Stars Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars fell to 23-13-1 this season. Dallas trailed 2-0 before scoring twice in the second period to tie it up, but Florida pulled ahead in the third with two more goals.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell just short. Dallas, as the underdog on the puck line, didn’t cover. All of the Panthers’ goals came before the Stars got on the board.</p><p>Dallas fired 25 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 4-2 loss to the Panthers. Evgenii Dadonov netted his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his 8th assist on Dadonov's power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before finding the net twice in the second. They recorded 32 giveaways in the game, and Miro Heiskanen earned his 4th assist of the season.</p><p>Dallas' defense gave up the first goal 5:15 into the first period and another at 8:47 in the second, but the Stars tied the game at 2-2 before allowing two more goals—one at 2:32 in the third and an empty-netter at 19:00. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Tigers and Panthers. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on SWAC, and it's hosted by the Panthers at William Nicks Building in Prairie View, TX. Get ready to place your bets! Grambling State is favored by -2.5 in this Southwestern Athletic conference contest against Prairie View A&M. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS VS PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Prairie View A&M Panthers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at William Nicks Building at 5:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Prairie View A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Tigers Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Grambling State's season struggles continued on Sunday with an 84-49 loss to Cincinnati, dropping their record to 0-10. The Tigers entered the game as +29 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 37-24 at halftime, Grambling State was outscored 47-25 in the second half. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>Grambling State's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 49 points on 34% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 36%, and they hit only 2 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 14.3% from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Tigers were efficient, connecting on 13 of 15 attempts for 86.7%. They also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and recorded 10 assists. Ernest Ross and Aziz Bandaogo led the way, with Ross contributing 16 points and 3 assists, while Bandaogo added 15 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Grambling State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 46% shooting from the field. The Tigers had a tough time defending inside, where they allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grambling State's opponents shot 28%, hitting 9 threes. The Tigers also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 attempts. Grambling State gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Prairie View A&M Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>Prairie View A&M Panthers Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Prairie View A&M fell to 0-12 on the season after an 89-67 road loss to Oklahoma on Sunday, December 29th. Despite being +30.5 point underdogs, the Panthers managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>They trailed 43-32 at halftime and were outscored 46-35 in the second half. The total points for the game were 156, just under the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Prairie View A&M put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but found success inside, connecting on 55.6% of their two-point shots (25/45).</p> <p>Tanahj Pettway and Jalon Moore each scored 22 points, with Moore shooting 70% from the field. Jeremiah Fears added 19 points, shooting 63.6%, while Duke Miles contributed 17 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Prairie View A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 60% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with the other team hitting 80% of their two-point attempts (21/26).</p> <p>From three-point range, the Panthers held the other team to 29% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 17 attempts. However, they sent the opponent to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 32 of those attempts for 91%.</p>

Grambling State Tigers vs Prairie View A&M Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Golden State Warriors (-138) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (+117) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 234.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Chase Center in San Francisco and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-97 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win in San Francisco?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 23-12 on the season after a 138-133 road loss to the Kings on Friday. Memphis entered the game as +3 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 271 points exceeded the O/U line of 242.5 by 28.5 points.</p> <p>After a rough start, where the Kings went on a 10-0 run, Memphis fought back by winning the 2nd and 3rd quarters. They trailed 102-100 going into the 4th but couldn’t complete the comeback, as the Kings outscored them 36-33 in the final period.</p><p>In their 138-133 loss to the Kings, the Grizzlies hit 17 threes at a 45.9% clip, finishing with a 48.3% overall shooting percentage. Jaylen Wells led the way, knocking down 8 threes at 88.9% and finishing with 30 points, including 11 in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson added 28 points, with 11 coming in the 4th quarter, while Desmond Bane contributed 22 points. Scotty Pippen chipped in 16 points, scoring 9 in the opening quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies struggled in their game against the Kings, giving up 138 points, including a 46-point 1st quarter. They managed to tighten things up in the 3rd, allowing just 24 points, but Sacramento still scored 36 in the 4th.</p> <p>Memphis allowed the Kings to shoot 49% from the field and 44% from three, with Sacramento hitting 21 threes. The Grizzlies sent the Kings to the line 23 times, where they made 19 free throws. Memphis recorded 37 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and finished with 5 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Warriors Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 17-16 on the season with a dominant 139-105 win over the 76ers on Thursday. Playing at home, Golden State entered the game as 4-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 244, surpassing the over/under line of 219.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Golden State set the tone early, jumping out to a 35-19 lead after the 1st quarter. The 2nd quarter was more balanced, with both teams scoring 33 points. However, the Warriors pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the 76ers 35-26, and continued their dominance in the 4th, winning the quarter 36-27.</p><p>The Warriors' offense was firing on all cylinders in their 139-105 win over the 76ers, shooting 60.9% from the field and hitting 22 threes at a 56.4% clip. Stephen Curry led the way, making all 8 of his threes and finishing with 30 points and 10 assists, with 13 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Jonathan Kuminga added 20 points, scoring 7 in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Draymond Green, Dennis Schröder, and Andrew Wiggins each contributed 15 points, with Schröder scoring 9 in the opening period.</p><p>The Warriors' defense was solid in their win over the 76ers, allowing just 105 points. They started strong, giving up only 19 points in the 1st quarter, but had a rough 2nd, allowing 33. However, they tightened up in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 26 and 27 points, respectively.</p> <p>Golden State held Philadelphia to 42% shooting, including just 9 made threes on 29% shooting from deep. The 76ers went to the line 34 times, making 28 free throws. The Warriors also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and added 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Highlanders and Anteaters game? Catch the action at Bren Events Center in Irvine, CA, as the Anteaters hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 141.5 points, and UC Irvine is favored by -10.5 vs. UC Riverside in a Big West conference matchup.</p><h3>UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS VS UC IRVINE ANTEATERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Riverside Highlanders +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bren Events Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Anteaters.</li><li>Even though we have UC Irvine winning straight-up, we like UC Riverside at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UC Riverside Be The Talk of Bren Events Center?</h3><p>UC Riverside improved to 8-5 on the season with a 76-60 road win over Long Beach State on Thursday. The Highlanders entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 136 fell just short of the O/U line of 138.</p> <p>Riverside led 38-32 at halftime and maintained their momentum in the 2nd half, scoring another 38 points while holding Long Beach State to 28 points.</p><p>UC Riverside put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 54.1% of their two-point attempts and went 10-for-30 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 6 of 7 attempts, good for 85.7%.</p> <p>Isaiah Moses led the way with 22 points on 10-for-16 shooting, while Nate Pickens added 19 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Devin Askew contributed 17 points and 5 assists, hitting 7 of 10 shots. The Highlanders grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists as a team.</p><p>UC Riverside's defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field on 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Highlanders gave up 20 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Riverside limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 11 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 84%. The Highlanders allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is It the Anteaters Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Irvine improved to 11-2 on the season with a 98-89 win over Cal Poly on Thursday. The Anteaters, who were -8.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 49-38 at halftime, UC Irvine’s defense allowed Cal Poly to score 42 points in the 2nd half, while the Anteaters managed 31 points. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the over/under line of 158.5.</p><p>UC Irvine put up 98 points in their last game, shooting 44% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a 51.8% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Anteaters struggled, hitting just 4 of 19 threes (21.1%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, UC Irvine was impressive, connecting on 28 of 31 attempts (90.3%). Devin Tillis led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Bent Leuchten added 24 points and 11 boards. Myles Che contributed 22 points, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 89 points, UC Irvine's defense managed to hold their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 34 made baskets on 83 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, resulting in a 53% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Irvine's defense gave up 13 three-pointers on 44 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from three-point range. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 72%. UC Irvine allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UC Riverside Highlanders vs UC Irvine Anteaters NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blue Demons versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FS1. The game will be played at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and Villanova is favored by -9.5 to win at home against DePaul.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does DePaul Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>DePaul’s season record dropped to 9-5 following an 81-68 loss to UConn on Wednesday. The Blue Demons were +11.5 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 149, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.</p> <p>DePaul struggled in the first half, trailing 43-22, but showed improvement in the second half by scoring 46 points while allowing 38.</p><p>DePaul's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 39.6% overall and 25% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, but they made up for it at the free-throw line, hitting 82.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>Solo Ball led the way with 22 points, shooting 58.3% from the field and 77.8% from three-point range. Conor Enright and Alex Karaban each added 18 points, with Enright dishing out 9 assists.</p><p>DePaul's defense gave up 81 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 43% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, DePaul's opponent shot 25%, hitting 3 of 12 three-point attempts. The Blue Demons also sent them to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 23 free throws, an 82% success rate. DePaul allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 9-5 on the season with a 73-65 road win over Butler on Wednesday. The Wildcats entered the game as slight favorites at -1 and covered the spread. The total points for the game finished at 138, under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>Villanova trailed 31-30 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Butler 43-34 to secure the win.</p><p>Villanova put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 34.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 26 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 14 of 16 attempts (87.5%).</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 28 points, hitting 5 of 10 from deep, while Jahmyl Telfort added 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.1% overall. Wooga Poplar contributed 18 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the floor.</p><p>Villanova's defense gave up 65 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field (22/52). Inside the arc, they were 13/24, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Villanova's opponents shot 32%, making 9 of 28 attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 23 times but only converted 12, shooting 52%. Villanova allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

DePaul Blue Demons vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Cyclones and Longhorns. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on LHN, and it's hosted by the Longhorns at Moody Center in Austin, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and Texas is favored by -2 to win at home against Iowa State.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS TEXAS LONGHORNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Longhorns -2</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, February 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS LONGHORNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Longhorns.</li><li>Not only will Texas pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iowa State Shock Everyone at Moody Center?</h3><p>Through 21 games, Iowa State has an overall record of 16-5, including a 5-3 mark in Big 12 play. On the road, the Cyclones are 3-4, while they have gone 13-1 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Iowa State has gone 2-3, compared to a 14-2 record as the favorite. They come into this game having lost their last game to Baylor, 70-68.</p><p>When looking at Iowa State's ATS record this season, they are currently 13-7-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 3-4 and over their last 10 road games, they are 5-5 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Cyclones have gone 3-2 vs. the spread this year and their ATS record as the underdog over their last 10 games is also 5-5.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Iowa State games is 13-8. Today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (138.2). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 145 points.</p><p>The Iowa State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 68 points vs. Baylor. Overall their field goal percentage was 39.3% while connecting on 5 threes. One area that the Iowa State offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 18th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 47%.</p><p>This season, the Iowa State defense has been impressive, holding the 9th position in the country while permitting an average of 62.1 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Iowa State defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Baylor knocked down 12 three-pointers on their way to 70 points.</p><h3>Does Texas Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>With a record of 11-4 at home this season, the Longhorns come into this game as two-point favorites. They have gone 12-3 as the favorite this season.</p>

<p>After a 77-66 win over TCU, Texas enters this game with a record of 15-7. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 7-3.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Texas has gone just 4-11 against the spread. Their ATS mark at home is 5-10 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Longhorns are just 2-8. In their last 5 games as the favorite, Texas has failed to cover the spread each time.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Texas games is 12-10 and their games have averaged 144.7 points per game. Today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (145.5). Over their last three games, the OU record for the Longhorns is 2-1 and their games have averaged 148 points during this stretch.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Texas offense ended with 77 points against TCU. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50.9% and made 6 threes. The top scorer for the Longhorns was Max Abmas with 21 points, while Dylan Disu also added 15 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Texas defense is giving up an average of 68.1 points per contest. Against TCU, the Longhorns' defense gave up 66 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, TCU only made 5 free-throws.</p>

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