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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-183) will take on the Portland Trail Blazers (+154) in a Western Conference matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 4.5 points and have a record of 20-11, which is good for 4th in the West. The Trail Blazers are 13th in the West with a record of 10-20.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Moda Center in Portland and can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-109 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Dallas Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 20-11 on the season with a 98-89 win over the Suns on Friday. Dallas, who entered the game as +1 point underdogs, covered the spread with the victory. The teams combined for 187 points, well below the O/U line of 224.</p> <p>Dallas took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Phoenix 27-14. The Suns tried to rally in the 3rd, cutting the lead to 72-64, but the Mavericks edged them 26-25 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Suns, the Mavericks managed just 98 points, shooting 43.8% from the field and hitting 12 threes at a 35.3% clip. Kyrie Irving led the way with 20 points, knocking down 5 threes at 50% efficiency, despite shooting 28.6% overall.</p> <p>Irving scored 12 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Daniel Gafford added 8 of his 16 in the 2nd and another 6 in the 4th. Spencer Dinwiddie and Maxi Kleber each contributed 15 points, with Kleber and Klay Thompson both scoring 6 points in the final period.</p><p>The Mavericks' defense was stellar on Friday, holding the Suns to just 89 points. Dallas was particularly strong in the 2nd quarter, allowing only 14 points. They gave up 25 points in the 1st, 3rd, and 4th quarters but still managed to keep Phoenix in check.</p> <p>Overall, the Suns shot just 38% from the field, including 37% from beyond the arc, where they made 13 threes. Dallas also sent Phoenix to the free-throw line 18 times, where they hit 12. The Mavericks finished with 6 steals and 5 blocked shots.</p><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Portland improved to 10-20 on the season with a 122-120 win over the Jazz on Thursday. Playing at home, the Blazers were favored by 3.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total score of 242 points exceeded the O/U line of 227 by 15 points.</p> <p>After a 16-0 run by the Jazz put them ahead 71-57, Portland rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring Utah 41-32 to complete the comeback.</p><p>Shaedon Sharpe and Deni Avdija each scored 27 points in the Trail Blazers' 122-120 win over the Jazz, with Avdija adding 14 points in the 4th quarter. Sharpe hit 5 threes at a 50% rate, while Avdija also shot 50% from deep.</p> <p>Portland connected on 15 threes, shooting 39.5% from beyond the arc and 50.6% overall. Deandre Ayton and Scoot Henderson both added 18 points, with Ayton grabbing 12 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a strong start, allowing just 23 points in the 1st quarter, but they struggled in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 34 and 32 points, respectively. Overall, they allowed 120 points on 47% shooting from the Jazz.</p> <p>Portland had trouble defending the three, as Utah hit 21 threes at a 50% clip. The Blazers sent the Jazz to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws. Portland finished with 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ACC, and it's hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Virginia Tech as the -15.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Even though we have Virginia Tech winning straight-up, we like North Carolina A&T at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Aggies Have a Shot at a Win at Blacksburg?</h3><p>The Aggies dropped to 2-6 on the season after a 67-55 home loss to the Spartans on Saturday. Entering the game as +7 underdogs, North Carolina A&T not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 36-35 at halftime, the Aggies managed just 19 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 122 fell well short of the O/U line of 149.</p><p>North Carolina A&T struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 55 points on 37.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, largely due to their 13% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 23 attempts. They connected on 54.5% of their two-point shots and went 10 for 13 from the free-throw line, good for 76.9%.</p> <p>Kenyon Giles was a bright spot, scoring 25 points with 5 made threes on 50% shooting from deep. Ryan Forrest added 18 points, but struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. The Aggies managed only 7 assists as a team, with Camian Shell leading the way with 3.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense held their opponent to 67 points on 37% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 23 attempts, a 13% shooting performance.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, their opponent shot 76%, making 10 of 13 attempts. The Aggies also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Hokies Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Virginia Tech Hokies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hokies fell to 3-6 on the season after a 64-59 home loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, Virginia Tech kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Virginia Tech led 36-28 at halftime but managed only 23 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Hokies managed just 59 points, shooting 43.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 32% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts, while shooting 53.6% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 19 points, despite shooting 37.5% overall and 20% from three. Ishmael Leggett added 17 points, hitting 3 of 9 from deep, while Toibu Lawal contributed 16 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense held their opponent to 64 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field on 23 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the Hokies gave up 15 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Virginia Tech's defense limited their opponent to 8 made threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 5 shots, hitting 71% of their free throws. The Hokies allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

North Carolina A&T Aggies vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/12/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Monu. The game will be played at SECU Arena in Towson, MD. This Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup has an over/under of 128.5 points, and Towson is favored to win by -7 at home vs. Northeastern.</p><h3>NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -7</p><p>This game will be played at SECU Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Northeastern Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Coming into this game, Northeastern has an 8-13 record. They have gone 3-5 in Coastal Athletic Association games, compared to their 5-8 non-conference record. On the road, the Huskies have gone 3-8 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last ten road games, Northeastern has gone just 3-7. Their average scoring margin on the road is -6.5 points per game. So far this season, they have been the underdog in 11 of their 21 games, going 2-9 in those contests.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Northeastern has gone 4-7 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-6. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Huskies have gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 128.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Northeastern's games this year (138.8). So far, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Huskies' offense tallied 68 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 70 points per game. The team's top scorer is Chris Doherty, who enters today's matchup with an average of 13.5, while Masai Troutman also carries a PPG average of 9.7 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Northeastern defense is giving up an average of 73.0 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Northeastern's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 47.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 37.6% this season.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>After a win in their last game against Delaware, Towson is now 13-8 overall and 6-2 in Coastal Athletic Association play. At home, the Tigers have been especially good, going 8-3 this season and 5-0 in their last five games.</p>

<p>As for the point spread, Towson has been favored in 10 of their 21 games, going 8-2 in those matchups. On the year, they have a scoring margin of +3.2 points per game at home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, the Tigers are 6-4 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 6-5. Over their last three home games, Towson is 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>Over their last three games, Towson's over/under record is 1-2. This season, their over/under record is 7-12. Today's over/under line is 128.5 and their games have averaged 131.8 points per game. So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Towson offense ended with 67 points against Delaware. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 37.3% and made 4 threes. The team's scoring leader is Christian May, who holds an average of 12.3 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Tyler Tejada is averaging 10.2 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Tigers' defense is nationally ranked 22nd, allowing 63.9 points per game. In their previous game vs. Delaware, the Fightin' Blue Hens finished with a field goal percentage of 39% and a total of 56 points vs. Towson.</p>

Northeastern Huskies vs Towson Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/24

<p>The Pelicans (-7) are favored over the Trail Blazers (+7) in this Western Conference matchup. The over/under line for the game is set at 225 points. New Orleans comes into this game with a record of 30-22, which is good for 7th in the West. Portland is currently in 14th place in the conference with a record of 15-36. The Trail Blazers have lost three straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Moda Center in Portland and is scheduled to tip off at 10:00 ET. ROOT will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -7</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-95 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Brandon Ingram finishing with Brandon Ingram points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does New Orleans Have A Chance at Moda Center?</h3><p>The Pelicans have a record of 30-22 this season, which is good for 7th place in the Western Conference. In the Southwest Division, they are in 1st place.</p>

<p>New Orleans is favored by 7 points today and has a record of 17-11 as the favorite this season. Their ATS record as the favorite is 14-14 and 14-13 on the road.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Pelicans are 29-23 overall and 15-13 on the road. As the favorite, they are 14-14 ATS and 13-9 ATS as the underdog. The Pelicans have been the underdog in their last three games.</p>

<p>Their O/U record for the season is 25-27, and the average over/under line in their games is 230.5. Today's line is set at 225, and 39 of their games have had higher O/U lines than that.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Pelicans lost to the Lakers by a score of 139-122. The O/U line for that game was 237.5, and New Orleans was favored by 2.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>The average combined scoring total in Pelicans games this season is 230 points per game. Today's line is set at 225, and their games have averaged 230.5 points.</p><p>So far this season, the Pelicans are 13th in the NBA in scoring at 117 points per game. In terms of pace, they are 18th in the league at 98.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, the Pelicans are 9th in the NBA at 48%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pelicans are 8th in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage at 37%. However, they are just 23rd in three-point attempts per game at 32.1.</p>

<p>On the road, the Pelicans are averaging 117 points per game, which is 10th in the NBA. When it comes to free throws, the Pelicans are 7th in the NBA in attempts at 24.3 per game.</p><p>This season, the Pelicans defense has been impressive, holding the 11th position in the league while permitting an average of 113.0 points per contest. In their previous game, the Pelicans' defense struggled against the Lakers, giving up 139 points on a field goal percentage of 51%.</p><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Today, the Trail Blazers are 7-point underdogs at home against the Pelicans. This season, Portland has been the underdog in 46 of their 51 games.</p>

<p>Looking at their ATS record, the Trail Blazers are 25-26 overall and have failed to cover in their last three games. At home, they are 11-12 ATS compared to 14-14 on the road.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Trail Blazers lost to the Pistons by a score of 128-122. The O/U line for that game was 226 points, and Portland was favored by 4.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>This season, Portland has an O/U record of 22-28-1. Today's O/U line of 225 points is just below their season average of 227 points. In their games this season, the average combined scoring total is 225.5 points.</p>

<p>Overall, the Trail Blazers are 15-36 this season, which is 14th in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are just 6-28 and 1-9 against teams in the Northwest Division.</p><p>This season, the Trail Blazers are 26th in the NBA in scoring at home, averaging 112 points per game. Overall, they are 28th in the league at 108.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Portland is one of the top offensive rebounding teams in the NBA, ranking 6th in the league in offensive rebounds per game. However, they are last in the league in assists at just 22.7 per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Blazers are 19th in the NBA at 98.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 29th in the league at 44%.</p><p>On defense, Trail Blazers is currently around the league average in points allowed, giving up an average of 116.9 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Trail Blazers are causing 13.9 turnovers per game, ranking 24th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 23rd in rejections, averaging 4.6 blocked shots each game.</p>

New Orleans Pelicans vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>The Orlando Magic are favored by 12.5 points over the Toronto Raptors. The over/under line for the game is 215.5. The Magic have won two straight games and are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors have lost six straight games and are 12th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played in Orlando at the Kia Center. The game is set to tip-off at 6:00 ET. The Magic are 39-28 on the season, while the Raptors are 23-44.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, March 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-106 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have Immanuel Quickley finishing with Immanuel Quickley points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 10 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Raptors Have What it Takes in Orlando?</h3><p>Toronto has lost six straight games and are 23-44 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 12th place.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Raptors have a record of 11-34 this season, and they are 22-23 against the spread as the underdog. Today, they are getting 12.5 points and have gone 2-1 against the spread as the underdog.</p>

<p>Toronto's O/U record for the season is 35-31-1, and their games have averaged 232 points per game. In their last two games, the games have finished below the posted over/under line.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Raptors lost to the Magic by a score of 113-103. Toronto was getting 8 points in that game and did not cover the spread. The O/U line for the game was 219.</p>

<p>On the road, the Raptors are 18-16 against the spread, and their ATS record for the season is 31-36. Today's O/U line of 215.5 is lower than their season average of 229.5.</p><p>The Raptors are 17th in the NBA in scoring at 113.9 points per game. However, they have been a better offensive team on the road, averaging 116.9 points per game compared to 110.9 at home. In terms of pace, Toronto is 13th in the league at 99.4 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Raptors are 15th in field goal percentage at 47%. Inside the arc, they are 16th in two-point shooting at 54%. From three-point range, Toronto is 23rd in the league at 35%.</p>

<p>In terms of assists, the Raptors are 4th in the NBA at 29.2 per game. They are also a top-10 team in offensive rebounds at 11.1 per game.</p><p>Currently, the Raptors' defense holds the 24th rank in the NBA, allowing 118.1 points per game. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Raptors defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 55.9% while allowing 37.5% from downtown.</p><h3>Can The Magic Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>In their last game, the Magic defeated the Raptors by a score of 113-103. Orlando covered the spread as 8-point favorites, giving them an ATS record of 44-23 for the season. The combined scoring in the game was 216 points, which was below the O/U line of 219 points.</p>

<p>Orlando is favored by 12.5 points in today's game and has a 23-4 record as the favorite this season. As the favorite, they have gone 21-6 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +9.7 points per game.</p>

<p>This season, the Magic have gone 31-36 on the over/under, with an average O/U line of 223.2 points. Today's line of 215.5 points is lower than the average combined scoring of 220 points in their games.</p>

<p>The Magic are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 39-28. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 28-17 compared to 11-11 in non-conference games. At home, the Magic are 22-9 and have an average scoring margin of +6.5 points per game.</p><p>At home, the Magic are averaging 113.8 points per game, which is 20th in the league. Overall, they are 26th in the NBA in scoring at 110.7 points per game. In terms of pace, Orlando is 26th in the league at 97 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Magic are 14th in field goal percentage at 47%. However, they are just 22nd in three-point shooting at 35% and are last in the league in three-pointers made per game (10.9).</p>

<p>One area where Orlando has excelled is getting to the free-throw line. They are 2nd in the NBA in free-throw attempts per game (25.1) and 5th in free throws made (18.9). In terms of assists, the Magic are 28th in the league at 24.5 per game.</p><p>Orlando's defense has been playing well, ranking 3rd in the NBA with 109.2 points allowed per game. Inside the arc, the Magic defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 54.8% and 35.7% from three-point territory.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 3/17/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Bearkats and Gamecocks game? Catch the action at Pete Mathews Coliseum in Jacksonville, AL, as the Gamecocks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Conference USA conference matchup has an over/under of 135 points, and Jacksonville State is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Sam Houston State.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON STATE BEARKATS VS JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville State Gamecocks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Mathews Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Sam Houston State Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Sam Houston State has been much better at home this season, going 7-2 compared to 5-8 on the road. They will be the underdog in this one, as they are getting 2.5 points. So far this season, the Bearkats have been the underdog in 9 of their 23 games, going 2-7.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games on the road, Sam Houston State has gone 4-6, and they are coming off a 68-61 loss to FIU. So far this season, they have gone 13-10, including a 6-2 mark in Conference USA.</p><p>As the underdog, Sam Houston State has gone 4-5 against the spread this season. Over their last three road games, the Bearkats are 1-2 vs. the spread and 5-5 in their last 10 road games.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in Sam Houston State games is 12-10, and today's line of 135 is lower than the average over/under line in Bearkats games this year (141.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points, and their OU record in their last three games is 0-3.</p><p>In their latest game, Sam Houston State offense put up 61 points against FIU. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 32.3% and made 7 threes. Offensively, the Bearkats hold a season-long field goal percentage of 40%, placing them 365th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 303rd in terms of percentage and 215th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Sam Houston State defense is giving up an average of 71.1 points per contest. Against FIU in their most recent game, the Sam Houston State defense gave up a total of 68 points while allowing FIU to hit 34% of their shots.</p><h3>Can the Gamecocks Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>After losing their last game to New Mexico State by a score of 67-65, Jacksonville State will look to get back on track today. So far this season, they have gone 11-12, including a record of 5-4 at home. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 6-4. For the year, they have been favored in eight games, going 5-3 in those matchups.</p>

<p>Through 23 games, Jacksonville State has gone 3-5 in Conference USA. Compared to their road record, the Gamecocks have been much better at home this season. They are averaging a scoring margin of +6.8 points per game at home, compared to -0.2 on the road. Currently, they are on a two-game losing streak.</p><p>As the favorite, Jacksonville State has gone 4-4 against the spread this season. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Gamecocks have a 6-4 ATS mark. At home this year, Jacksonville State is 4-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135 is similar to the average over/under line of 134.7 in Jacksonville State's games. Their over/under record for the season is 8-13, and over their last three games, the OU record is 2-1. So far, 13 of their games have finished with less points than today's line of 135.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 70.5 points per game, the Jacksonville State had a below average performance. They scored 65 points against New Mexico State and had a field goal percentage of 38.1%. In terms of offense, the Gamecocks have a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, putting them 118th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 304th in percentage and 342nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far this season, the Jacksonville State defense has been performing well, ranking 29th in the country at 64.7 points allowed per contest. Jacksonville State's three-point defense is currently 36th in the country at 5.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 37.9% of their shots vs. Jacksonville State.</p>

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<p>Two teams on two-game win streaks will face off tonight in Phoenix. The Suns are favored by 6.5 points and have a record of 30-21, while the Jazz are 26-26 and currently 10th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will tip off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, February 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-116 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Devin Booker finishing with Devin Booker points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Win in Phoenix?</h3><p>The Jazz have a 31-21 ATS record this season, including going 13-15 ATS on the road. They have covered the spread in their last two road games and have an average scoring differential of -9.9 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Utah is 15-23 straight up and 21-17 vs. the spread. Today, they are getting 6.5 points as the underdog and have gone 38-14 as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>Utah's O/U record for the season is 29-22-1, and their games have averaged 237.6 points per game. Today's O/U line of 243.5 is higher than 47 of their previous games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Jazz beat the Thunder by a score of 124-117. They were 3-point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 239.5.</p>

<p>After their win over the Thunder, the Jazz are now 26-26 on the season and are currently 10th in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they are 13-8 compared to 13-18 against the West.</p><p>So far this season, the Jazz have been a much better offensive team at home than on the road. In their 52 games, they have averaged 117.9 points per game, which is 11th in the NBA. However, on the road, they have averaged just 112.7 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Jazz are 13th in the league with an average of 13.2 made threes per game. Overall, they are shooting 35% from beyond the arc, which is 22nd in the NBA.</p>

<p>Utah has been one of the best teams in the league at getting to the free-throw line, as they are 6th in the NBA in free throws made per game (19.1) and 12th in free throw attempts (23.2).</p><p>On defense, the Jazz come into the game ranked 23rd in the league in points allowed at 119.7 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 117.3 points per contest (27th). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Jazz are forcing 15.1 per game, which is 30th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 5th in blocked shots at 6 per game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Suns?</h3><p>Phoenix has won two straight games as the favorite and is favored by 6.5 points today. Overall, they have been favored in 38 of their 51 games and have a record of 25-13 in those games. Against the spread, they are 14-23 as the favorite.</p>

<p>The Suns' O/U record for the season is 25-26 and their games have averaged 231.7 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 243.5, which is higher than 44 of their previous games. This season, their games have averaged 231.8 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Suns defeated the Bucks by a score of 114-106. The O/U line for that game was 242.5. Phoenix covered the spread, winning by 8 points as 6-point favorites.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently 5th in the Western Conference with a record of 30-21. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 17-14 and 5-7 against teams in the Pacific Division. The Suns have an ATS record of 20-30 and have covered the spread in their last two games.</p><p>At home this season, the Suns are averaging 116.8 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA. Overall, they are 12th in scoring at 117.3 points per game.</p>

<p>Phoenix has been one of the most efficient offenses in the league this season. They are 3rd in field goal percentage (49%) and 4th in true shooting percentage. From two-point range, the Suns are 6th in accuracy (56%).</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Suns are 8th in three-point percentage but just 23rd in made threes per game. Overall, they are 21st in pace.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Suns' defense is giving up an average of 114.4 points per contest. The Suns defense is coming off a game in which they held the Bucks offense to just 50.6% shooting. Overall, they gave up 106 points to Milwaukee.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 2/8/24

<p>The Fightin' Blue Hens and Broncs are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Broncs will host the game at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) in Lawrenceville, NJ. Delaware is favored by -1 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 143.5 points.</p><h3>DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS VS RIDER BRONCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rider Broncs +1</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RIDER BRONCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Broncs.</li><li>Not only will Rider pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Fightin' Blue Hens Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware pulled off a 100-94 upset win over Yale on Sunday, November 24th. The Blue Hens were +9 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Delaware led 47-42 at halftime and scored 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 52. The game’s total points of 194 went well over the O/U line of 148.</p><p>Delaware's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a 52.7% field goal percentage. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 16 of 34 threes for a 47.1% rate, contributing to an impressive 67.3% effective field goal percentage. At the free-throw line, they connected on 26 of 30 attempts, shooting 86.7%.</p> <p>John Camden led the way, scoring 30 points and hitting 7 of 11 threes, finishing with a 63.6% shooting percentage from deep. Cavan Reilly added 23 points, making 5 of 10 threes, while Nick Townsend and Bez Mbeng each contributed 20 points, with Mbeng hitting 3 of 5 from downtown.</p><p>Delaware's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 94 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. The Fightin' Blue Hens couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 61% (13/21) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Delaware allowed 16 threes on 34 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 26 shots (86%).</p><h3>Does Rider Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Rider Broncs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rider faced a tough challenge on Wednesday, November 27th, as they took on Villanova on the road. Entering the game as +18 point underdogs, the Broncs fell short, losing 72-48. The total points for the game came in at 120, falling under the pre-game O/U line of 138.</p> 

<p>Rider trailed 36-20 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 36. They’ll look to regroup after failing to cover the spread in this one.</p><p>Rider's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 48 points with a field goal percentage of 43.8%. They hit only 4 of 17 from beyond the arc, shooting 23.5% from three, and managed just 2 of 8 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 16 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Jhamir Brickus and Flash Burton each added 15 points, with Brickus connecting on 5 of 7 from three-point range.</p><p>Rider's defense gave up 72 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field, connecting on 24 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 9 baskets on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rider's opponents hit 15 of 38 shots, good for 39%. They also went to the free-throw line 12 times, making 9, a 75% success rate. Rider allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens vs Rider Broncs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<p>The forecast from Detroit on Tuesday calls for cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-70s. First pitch from Comerica Park is set for 6:40 PM ET. Cleveland is currently 56-33, while the Tigers are 43-48. Kenta Maeda will start for the Tigers, and the Guardians are starting Ben Lively.</p>

<p>Cleveland is favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -143 compared to the Tigers at +122. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and BSDET will be televising this AL Central matchup.</p><h3>DETROIT TIGERS VS CLEVELAND GUARDIANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Tigers Moneyline +122</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, July 9th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GUARDIANS VS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Tigers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Tigers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Detroit rallied for one run in the 8th inning in the most recent game of this Tigers vs. Guardians series. The Tigers scored the game's lone run in the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up one in the 8th, picking up a 2-0 win. Heading into the game, the Tigers were at +122 on the money line.</p>

<p>Keider Montero started for the Tigers and picked up the win, going 6 1/3 innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with just four strikeouts and allowed one walk. Shelby Miller got the save. </p>

<p>Gavin Williams started for the Guardians and took the loss, giving up zero earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued one walk. </p>
<h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland comes into today's game vs. the Tigers with an overall record of 56-33, which has them leading the AL Central by five games over the Twins. So far, they are 14-11 in divisional games. The Guardians have won two straight series and are 20-7-2 in series record this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Guardians have gone 30-11 this year, and they are 26-22 on the road. Cleveland has been really good in day games this year, going 24-10. As the favorite, the Guardians are 40-19, and they are 16-14 as the underdog.</p><p>The Guardians have been a solid run line bet on the road this season, going 26-22. They have covered the run line in two straight road losses and have an average run margin of +1.0 away from home. They are 20-10 against the run line as an underdog.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians are on the road today against the Detroit Tigers, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Guardians have played 83 games this season, and their combined run average is 8.7. Their over/under record is 44-39, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, their record is 12-13. So far this season, 20 of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, accounting for 22.5% of their games.</p><p>Right-hander Ben Lively gets the start for the Guardians today as he faces the Tigers on the road. Lively has made 14 starts this season and has a record of 8-4 with a 3.14 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Lively has a WHIP of 1.16 and opponents are batting .231 this season. In his last outing, Lively picked up the win, going six innings and giving up three earned runs on six hits. He has made five quality starts this year and is averaging 7.8 strikeouts per nine innings. Lively has allowed a total of 11 homers this season.</p><p>Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have been the Guardians' top power threats this season, as Ramirez's 23 homers are 4th in the league and Naylor's 21 round-trippers are 6th in the MLB. Ramirez's 76 RBIs are 2nd in the league, and Naylor is also in the top 5 in the league in RBIs. However, Ramirez is just 8/40 in his last 10 games, and Naylor is batting just .200 over the same stretch.</p>

<p>As a team, the Guardians are 7th in the league in scoring at 4.9 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.1 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .245, which is 11th in the league, and are among the league leaders in both isolated power and slugging percentage.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit is 43-48 overall and 14 games behind the Guardians in the AL Central. The Tigers have won four straight games, and they are 14-12 against other teams in the division. Detroit's overall record has them in 4th place in the AL Central.</p>

<p>So far, the Tigers have been good on the road, going 23-26 compared to 20-22 at home. Detroit has been the underdog in more games than they have been the favorite, and they are 6-8 as the home underdog this year. Detroit has an overall series record of 11-14-4, and they are coming off a series win over the Twins.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Tigers have been a solid bet this season, going 41-50 overall. They've been even better on the road, going 26-23 against the run line, compared to just 15-27 at home. They've been especially good against the run line as the underdog, going 31-21, compared to just 10-29 as the favorite. They've also covered the run line in their last three games as the underdog.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 8.5 runs for the Detroit Tigers' game against the Cleveland Guardians is right in line with their season average of 8.4 runs per game. The Tigers have played to the over in 47 of their 88 games this season and have hit the under in three straight games.</p><p>Right-hander Kenta Maeda gets the start for the Tigers today as he faces the Guardians at home. Maeda has made 15 starts this season and has a record of 2-5 with a 6.71 ERA. So far, he has turned in just two quality starts and is averaging 6.86 strikeouts per nine innings. Maeda has really struggled on the road, coming in with a record of 0-3 and 11.25 ERA. At home, his ERA is 4.67, and he is 2-2. In his most recent outing, Maeda gave up three earned runs in 3 2/3 innings of work.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers offense is averaging just 4.1 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage, slugging percentage, and OPS. Detroit's offense is also averaging 8 strikeouts per game. As a team, they are batting just .230, which is 18th in the league.</p>

<p>Riley Greene has been a bright spot in the Tigers lineup this season, as he is batting .258 with 17 home runs and 45 RBIs. He is also on a six-game hitting streak, during which he has gone 10/24 with three homers. Matt Vierling is also near the top of the team's home run and RBI charts, with 11 homers and 35 RBIs.</p>

Cleveland Guardians vs Detroit Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 7/9/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NBA showdown between the Grizzlies and Clippers. The game is starting at 3:30 ET on BSSC, and it's hosted by the Clippers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. Get ready to place your bets! This Western conference matchup has an over/under of 225.5 points, and the Clippers are favored to win at home vs. the Grizzlies.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 3:30 ET on Sunday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-105 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with Kawhi Leonard points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win in Los Angeles?</h3><p>The Grizzlies will face the Clippers bringing in an overall record of 1-8 and a 1-2 record over their previous three games. The Grizzlies have a 1-3 record on the road this season, compared to their 0-5 record when playing at home.</p><p>This season, Memphis holds an ATS record of 2-7, which also includes their two game losing streak against the spread. This season, Memphis has a 1-5 record against the spread when they are the favorites, and they are 1-2 as underdogs.</p><p>In their latest game, the Grizzlies offense put up 121 points against the Jazz. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 45.5% and made 19 threes. The team's top scorer is Desmond Bane, who enters today's matchup with an average of 26.4, while Jaren Jackson Jr. also carries a PPG average of 21.4 into the game.</p><p><p>The Grizzlies' defense is presently ranked 20th in the league, allowing an average of 115.6 points per contest.</p><p>In their previous matchup vs. the Jazz, the Grizzlies' defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 53% leading to 127 points.</p></p><h3>Will the Clippers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>As they prepare to face off against the Grizzlies, the Clippers are 3-5 overall and are looking to snap a four game losing streak. During their eight games, the Clippers have gone 2-3 against teams in the Western Conference and 1-2 in non-conference matchups.</p><p>Los Angeles has an ATS record of 3-5 for this season, which includes their current four game losing streak against the spread. On the road, the Clippers have yet to cover the spread and are 3-0 at home vs. the spread.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, Los Angeles' offense scored 126 points against the Mavericks. Their field goal percentage for the game was 48.9%, and they went 32/36 from the free-throw line. On the offensive front, the Clippers have a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, ranking 4th in the NBA. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 8th in terms of percentage and 15th in three-pointers made.</p><p><p>Los Angeles' defense is currently in line with the NBA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 112.6 points per game.</p><p>When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Clippers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 52.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 35.2% from downtown.</p></p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/23

<p>At 9:30 ET, the 76ers (-266) will take on the Jazz (+220) in a non-conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently favored by 7 points and has won two straight games. The over/under line is set at 222.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The 76ers are 11th in the Eastern Conference with an 11-17 record, while the Jazz are 14th in the Western Conference at 7-22. Utah has lost two straight games.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS UTAH JAZZ BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +7</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-137 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 30 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The 76ers improved to 11-17 on the season with a 118-114 win over the Celtics on Wednesday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, not only got the win but also covered the spread. The total score of 232 points went over the pre-game line of 222.</p> <p>Philadelphia started strong, leading 30-25 after the 1st quarter and 66-58 at halftime. However, Boston outscored them 24-16 in the 3rd quarter, tying the game at 82-82 heading into the 4th. The 76ers then went on a decisive 12-0 run, taking the lead from 85-84 to 96-85, and held on for the win.</p><p>Tyrese Maxey's 33 points and 12 assists led the 76ers to a 118-114 win over the Celtics, with 13 of his points coming in the 4th quarter. Caleb Martin also came up big late, scoring 12 of his 23 points in the final period, hitting 7 threes at a 77.8% clip.</p> <p>As a team, the 76ers connected on 17 threes, shooting 42.5% from beyond the arc and 46.6% overall. Joel Embiid added 27 points, making 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 25 and 24 points, respectively, but they allowed 33 points in the 2nd and 32 in the 4th. Overall, they allowed 114 points on 45% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia struggled to defend the three, as the Celtics hit 20 threes at a 40% clip. However, the 76ers limited Boston's trips to the line, where they went 8/13. The 76ers recorded 10 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will Utah Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Utah’s season record dropped to 7-22 after a 122-120 loss to the Trail Blazers on Thursday. The Jazz, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with the narrow loss. The game’s total points of 242 exceeded the pre-game line of 227 by 15 points.</p> <p>Utah went on a 16-0 run to take control, moving the score from 57-55 to 71-57. They led 88-81 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 41-32 in the final period, leading to the loss.</p><p>The Jazz connected on 21 threes at a 50% clip in their loss to the Trail Blazers, finishing with a 47.7% overall shooting percentage. Lauri Markkanen led the way with 25 points, including 12 in the opening quarter and 8 in the final period.</p> <p>Svi Mykhailiuk hit 6 threes, shooting 50% from deep, and added 9 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Johnny Juzang also contributed 12 of his 14 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz had a solid start but struggled in the 4th quarter, giving up 41 points in their 122-120 loss to the Trail Blazers. Overall, they allowed Portland to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>Utah also gave up 15 three-pointers on 39% shooting. The Trail Blazers went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 17. The Jazz finished with 35 defensive rebounds, 9 steals, and 5 blocks.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Rattlers game? Catch the action at Al Lawson Center in Tallahassee, FL, as the Rattlers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on Ratt. Jackson State is favored by -5.5 in this Southwestern Athletic conference matchup the against Florida A&M. The over/under for the game is set at 145.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida A&M Rattlers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Al Lawson Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA A&M RATTLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-67 in favor of the Rattlers.</li><li>Not only will Florida A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Jackson State Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Despite being just 4-10 on the road this season, Jackson State is favored by 5.5 points against Florida A&M. The Tigers have gone 4-3 as the favorite this year, compared to 3-8 as the underdog.</p>

<p>Overall, Jackson State is 8-11, including a 4-2 record in Southwestern Athletic Conference play. The Tigers have gone 4-9 in non-conference action.</p><p>When looking at Jackson State's ATS record this season, they have gone 12-6. On the road, their ATS mark is 9-5. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Tigers have gone 7-3 vs. the spread. On the road, they have gone 8-1 ATS over their last 10 contests.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 145.5 for the Jackson State game is right in line with the average over/under line in their games this season (147.1). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Jackson State offense put up 71 points against Bethune-Cookman. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 36.2% and made 10 threes. Ken Evans is leading the team in scoring at 19 points per contest. Jordan O'Neal has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.1 going into the game.</p><p>The Tigers' defense is presently ranked 275th nationally, allowing an average of 77.7 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 8.4 threes per game vs. Florida A&M. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 33.7%.</p><h3>Will Florida A&M Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Florida A&M comes into this game with a record of 3-14, including a 1-5 mark in Southwestern Athletic Conference play. They have struggled at home this season, going 0-4, and they have lost four straight games overall.</p>

<p>As underdogs, the Rattlers have gone 1-13 this season, and they are 2-9 on the road. Their average scoring margin away from home is -19.6 points per game.</p><p>Florida A&M has an ATS record of 6-9 this season and they are 1-3 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Rattlers have gone 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Florida A&M games is 7-8. On average, their games have finished with 146.8 points, which is higher than the average over/under line of 140.8. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 162 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Rattlers' offense finished with 67 points, which is right in line with their current average of 68.5 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring is Keith Lamar, who is averaging 13.3 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Shannon Grant also maintains a PPG average of 9.6 heading into game.</p><p>At this time, the Rattlers' defense is positioned 310th in the country, permitting 82.4 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Florida A&M's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.1% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.9% this season.</p>

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