<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, James Madison is favored bt -1.5 vs. South Alabama. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dukes Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-58 loss to Wake Forest on Tuesday. James Madison entered the game as +8 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>James Madison led 32-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 44.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 8 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from deep, and hit 6 of 9 free throws for a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis was a standout, scoring 27 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field and 40.0% from three. Cameron Hildreth added 18 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Dukes allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 24 three-point attempts. The Dukes also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Alabama's season record dropped to 6-4 after a 58-49 road loss to TCU on Monday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Jaguars kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 30-28 at halftime, South Alabama managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, and they hit only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Vasean Allette added 14 points, despite hitting just 1 of 5 from three, and Trazarien White contributed 13 points, shooting 2-for-9 from long range.</p><p>South Alabama's defense held their opponent to just 58 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, giving up a 55% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaguars limited their opponent to 5/26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 64%. South Alabama gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Eagles and Bobcats game? Catch the action at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center in San Marcos, TX, as the Bobcats hosts this showdown at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Sun Belt conference game currently have Texas State as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES VS TEXAS STATE BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Southern Eagles +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center at 3:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Even though we have Texas State winning straight-up, we like Georgia Southern at +7.5.</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>Can the Eagles Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Georgia Southern Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Georgia Southern improved to 6-5 on the season with an 86-81 win over Gardner-Webb on Tuesday. The Eagles, who were -3.5 favorites, covered the spread at home.</p> <p>After trailing 41-31 at halftime, Georgia Southern turned things around by scoring 55 points in the 2nd half while holding Gardner-Webb to 40. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Georgia Southern put up 86 points in their latest game, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, but they made up for it by hitting 79.3% of their free throws, going 23-of-29 from the line.</p> <p>Bradley Douglas led the way with 31 points, though he shot just 34.6% overall and 22.2% from deep. Nakavieon White added 20 points, but struggled with his shooting, hitting only 25.0% from the field. Pharrell Boyogueno was efficient, shooting 71.4% overall and 60.0% from three, finishing with 17 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Georgia Southern's defensive efforts, they gave up 81 points, with their opponents shooting 37% from the field. The Eagles held them to 40% on two-point attempts, as they went 18/44.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia Southern allowed 9 threes on 28 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 29 times, where they converted 23 free throws, shooting 79%. The Eagles gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Texas State Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Texas State Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>Texas State dropped to 5-4 on the season after an 89-80 loss to Florida Atlantic on Saturday. The Bobcats were +9 point underdogs heading into the game, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread.</p> 
<p>Texas State trailed 43-40 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 149.</p><p>Texas State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 51.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.7%. They hit 45% from beyond the arc, making 9 of 20 attempts, and were strong from the free-throw line, connecting on 86.7% of their shots.</p> <p>Tyrel Morgan led the way with 19 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 72.7% overall and 66.7% from three. Tre Carroll added 18 points in just 17 minutes, hitting 77.8% of his shots.</p><p>Texas State struggled defensively, giving up 89 points on 52% shooting from the field. Their opponents shot 57% on two-point attempts, hitting 24 of 42.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas State allowed 7 threes on 17 attempts, a 41% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws.</p>

Georgia Southern Eagles vs Texas State Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Great Danes and Rams game? Catch the action at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Fordham is favored by -7.5 at home against Albany.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have Fordham winning straight-up, we like Albany at +7.5.</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 Albany Shock Everyone at Rose Hill Gymnasium?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Great Danes improved to 5-6 on the season with a 74-66 win over Sacred Heart on Wednesday. Albany, who entered the game as +3.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Albany trailed 34-30 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-32. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, Albany's offense put up 74 points, shooting 39% from the field and 24% from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, while they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>The Great Danes grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with Tanner Thomas and Amar'e Marshall each scoring 16 points. Thomas shot 50% overall, while Marshall hit 3 of 8 from deep. Nyle Ralph-Beyer was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three, contributing 13 points in 21 minutes.</p><p>Albany's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 40% shooting from the field, with 26 made baskets on 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Great Danes allowed 21 two-point field goals on 42 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Albany's defense limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate. The Great Danes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts, shooting 90%.</p><h3>Will the Fordham Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fordham improved to 6-5 on the season with an 86-84 win over Bryant on Saturday. The Rams entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Fordham led 42-36 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the second half while scoring 44 of their own. The game’s total points of 170 exceeded the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Fordham put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.3%, and they hit 86.4% of their free throws, going 19-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from three. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, making both of his three-point attempts and shooting 66.7% overall. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, along with 8 assists.</p><p>Fordham's defense gave up 84 points in their last game, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field on 27 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, with the opposing team hitting 21 of 43 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, as they made 6 of 18 three-point attempts. However, Fordham sent them to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 for 77%. Fordham also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Albany Great Danes vs Fordham Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Texans are favored on the road with a money line of -133 as they take on the Chiefs at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on NBC, and the Texans are -2 point favorites. The over/under line is currently at 40 points. The Chiefs are the underdog with a +111 money line.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -2</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 26 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Texans sit atop the AFC South, and they have a 100% chance of winning the division and making the playoffs. Houston ranks 11th in our power rankings heading into week 16, and they are on a two-game winning streak, including a 20-12 win over the Dolphins in week 15. The Texans were 2.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, but the 32 combined points fell short of the 46.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Houston has a +2 scoring margin this season and is 6-7-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-9-1, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 11th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.4 points per game, and they have been strong in the 1st quarter, ranking 5th in the league. Houston is 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions with a 37.2% success rate, and they are 19th in passing yards per game (212.8) despite ranking 9th in pass attempts per game.</p> <p>C.J. Stroud threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns on 18/26 passing in week 15 against the Dolphins. Joe Mixon led the team in receiving with 5 catches for 33 yards, and Dare Ogunbowale had a 35-yard run. Houston scored all 20 of their points in the first 3 quarters, failing to score in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Texans' defense came up with three interceptions and held Miami to just 30.8% on third down in their 20-12 win over the Dolphins. Despite allowing 172 passing yards, Houston defended the pass well, giving up only 4.3 yards per attempt. Miami finished with just 52 yards rushing on 19 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Texans allowed only 224 total yards and 72.5% completions. They gave up one passing touchdown but made up for it with three key interceptions.</p><h3>Will The Chiefs Win At Home Over The Texans?</h3><p>With a 13-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 100% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 12th in our power rankings and have a +5 scoring margin this season. Against the spread, Kansas City is 5-8-1, including a 4-7-1 mark as favorites. Their O/U record is 6-8, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p> <p>After a week 11 loss to the Bills, the Chiefs have won four in a row, including a 21-7 victory over the Browns in week 15. They narrowly beat the Chargers and Raiders in weeks 14 and 13, respectively, and edged out the Panthers 30-27 in week 12.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Chiefs rank 9th in our offensive power rankings and 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.5 points per game. They are 14th in passing yards per game (224.1) and 15th in rushing yards (112.1), with 36 passing attempts per game (5th) and 27.9 rushing attempts (9th). Despite ranking 22nd in red zone conversion percentage, Kansas City leads the league in 3rd-down conversions and ranks 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Patrick Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury but has avoided interceptions in his last three games. In week 15, he threw for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Browns. Xavier Worthy led the team with 46 receiving yards, and Kareem Hunt had 45 rushing yards. Kansas City scored all 21 points in the first three quarters before being shut out in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 139 rushing yards on just 21 attempts, the Chiefs' defense played well in their most recent game, coming away with four interceptions and allowing just 127 passing yards. They picked up a 21-7 win over the Browns, holding Cleveland to just 7 points. Kansas City's defense also had five sacks in the game.</p>
<p>The Chiefs' defense limited the Browns to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down and won the tackles for loss battle. Even though they gave up a high 6.6 yards per attempt in the running game, the big plays in the passing game helped them secure the win.</p>

Houston Texans vs Kansas City Chiefs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

Connecticut Huskies vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pacers (-309) will host the Cavaliers (+245) in an Eastern Central Division matchup. The over/under line for this game is 223.5.</p>

<p>Cleveland comes into this game with a 42-25 record, while Indiana is 38-30. The Pacers are favored by 7.5 points.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, March 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-113 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with Pascal Siakam points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 51.6% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Cleveland Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Today, the Cavaliers are 7.5-point underdogs against the Pacers. As underdogs, Cleveland has gone 10-12 straight-up and 12-9 against the spread. Their average scoring margin as the underdog is -1.6 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last three games as the underdog, the Cavaliers have a 2-0 ATS record. Overall, they are 12-9 ATS on the road and 16-14 ATS on the road.</p>

<p>Cleveland's O/U record for the season is 31-35-1, and 35 of their games have had higher O/U lines than today's line of 223.5. This year, their games have averaged 223.1 points per game.</p>

<p>The Cavaliers are coming off a 117-103 loss to the Rockets. They were favored by 4.5 points in that game, and the O/U line was 214.5. The teams combined for 220 points.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Cavaliers are currently in 3rd place with a record of 42-25. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 27-17 compared to 15-8 against the West.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Cavaliers are 18th in the league in scoring at 113.6 points per game. However, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 112.6 points per game compared to 114.5 at home.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Cavaliers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 44.8% of their games. In terms of pace, Cleveland is 20th in the league at 97.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Cavaliers are 13th in the league in field goal percentage at 47%. They are also 10th in two-point shooting at 56% but have struggled from three-point range, hitting just 36% of their shots (16th).</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Cavaliers' defense is giving up an average of 109.6 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Cavaliers defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 51.9% while allowing 36.0% from downtown.</p><h3>Can Indiana Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Indiana is favored by 7.5 points today against the Cavaliers. As the favorite, the Pacers have gone 19-14 this season and have an ATS record of 15-18 as the favorite. On average, they have won games as the favorite by a scoring margin of +6.2 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last three games as the favorite, the Pacers have gone 0-3 against the spread. Their ATS record at home is 18-16, and they have a scoring differential of +5.3 points per game at home.</p>

<p>The average O/U line in Pacers games this season is 242.5 points, and their games have averaged a combined 244.2 points. Today's O/U line is set at 223.5 points, and Indiana has a record of 35-33-0 on the over/under.</p>

<p>Indiana's last game was a 121-100 win over the Nets. The O/U line for that game was 228.5 points. The Pacers covered the spread in that game, winning by 21 points as 8.5-point favorites.</p>

<p>Currently, the Pacers are 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 38-30. Against the East, they are 27-16 and 10-3 in their division. At home, the Pacers are 21-14 compared to 17-16 on the road.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Pacers are the best in the league with an average of 123.1 points per game. At home, they are averaging 125.8 points per game, which is also tops in the NBA.</p>

<p>Indiana is one of the most efficient teams in the league, shooting 50% from the field, which is also the best mark in the NBA. They are also the top team in two-point field goal percentage at 58%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Pacers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 72.1% of their games. In terms of pace, Indiana is 2nd in the league at 101.6 possessions per game.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Pacers is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 121.1 points per game (29th). The Pacers defense is coming off a game in which they held the Nets offense to just 47.6% shooting. Overall, they gave up 100 points to Brooklyn.</p>

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/18/24

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<p>The Wolverines and Scarlet Knights are set to face off at 8:30 ET on FS1. The Scarlet Knights will host the game at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 137.5 points, and Rutgers is favored to win by -7 at home vs. Michigan.</p><h3>MICHIGAN WOLVERINES VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Michigan Wolverines +7</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 8:30 ET on Thursday, February 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MICHIGAN WOLVERINES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Even though we have Rutgers winning straight-up, we like Michigan at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wolverines Grab a Win in Piscataway?</h3><p>Michigan enters this game as a 7-point underdog, and they have struggled on the road this season, going just 2-8. Over their last 10 road games, the Wolverines are 2-8, and they have lost five straight games overall.</p>

<p>On the year, Michigan is 8-20, and they are 3-14 in Big Ten play. In their most recent game, the Wolverines fell to Purdue by a score of 84-76.</p><p>Michigan has struggled against the spread this season, posting a 7-20 ATS mark. On the road, they are just 2-8 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Wolverines are just 2-8 ATS.</p><p>The over/under record for Michigan games this season is 15-12, and today's line of 137.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (149.2). So far, 23 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Michigan offense ended with 76 points against Purdue. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 48.3% and made 9 threes. The team's top scorer is Olivier Nkamhoua, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14.8, while Dug McDaniel also carries a PPG average of 16.7 into the game.</p><p>The Wolverines' defense is presently ranked 302nd nationally, allowing an average of 79.0 points per contest. Against Purdue in their most recent game, the Michigan defense gave up a total of 84 points while allowing Purdue to hit 48% of their shots.</p><h3>Can the Scarlet Knights Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Maryland by a score of 63-46, Rutgers will look to get back on track as they host Michigan as 7-point favorites. On the season, the Scarlet Knights have gone 11-6 at home, compared to 3-7 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, Rutgers has gone 14-13 overall, including a 6-10 mark in Big Ten play. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 6-4.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Rutgers has gone just 6-8 against the spread. Their home ATS mark is currently 8-9 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Scarlet Knights have gone just 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Rutgers games is 9-18, and today's over/under line of 137.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this year (136.8). So far, 13 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average of 141 points per game compared to their season average of 132.6 points per game.</p><p>Rutgers offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 46 points against Maryland. In that game, they made 2/11 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 37%. In terms of offense, the Scarlet Knights have a season-long field goal percentage of 39%, putting them 395th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 385th in percentage and 336th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Rutgers' defense has been playing well, ranking 43rd nationally, with 66.4 points allowed per game. In today's game, the Rutgers defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 2 three-pointers while giving up 63 points.</p>

Michigan Wolverines vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 2/29/24

The San Diego Padres will take on their divisional foe Arizona Diamondbacks. The matchup will get underway at 8:10 p.m. ET and fans can tune in to Fox Sports Arizona to catch the action.
<h2>San Diego Padres at Arizona Diamondbacks Odds</h2>
Vegas has listed San Diego (+145) as the underdog to Arizona (-155). The game's total is sitting at 9 runs and gamblers can wager on the over for -115 and the under for -105. The game's current runline odds sit at -150 for taking the Padres +1.5 runs and +130 for the Diamondbacks -1.5.

The Diamondbacks are 83-77 straight up (SU) and 89-70 against the spread (ATS). They've gained 5.0 units for bettors taking the moneyline and 13.8 units ATS. The Padres have gone 70-90 SU this year and are 73-86 ATS. They're down 22.5 units for moneyline gamblers and 22.1 units ATS.

Neither team has positioned itself as an obvious over/under bet this season. Arizona games have had an over/under record of 73-74-12 in 2019. San Diego has an over/under record of 75-75-9.

The right-handed Garrett Richards is the probable starter for the visiting Padres. Richards (0-1, 11.81 ERA) has recorded seven strikeouts in 5.1 innings so far. He's 0-0 with two strikeouts and a 21.60 ERA against Arizona this year.

The Diamondbacks will send lefty Robbie Ray (12-8, 4.28 ERA) to the hill. Ray has 225 strikeouts and 81 walks to his credit, along with a 1.32 WHIP. Ray is 0-1 with 13 strikeouts and a 5.06 ERA over two starts against San Diego this year.

San Diego’s pitching staff allowed 4.9 runs per game and its starters own a 4.68 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 8.86 K/9. The bullpen has logged an ERA of 4.59, along with a WHIP of 1.29.

Padres hitters have slashed .237/.309/.409 on their way to 4.2 runs scored per game this year, including 4.3 runs per game against divisional foes and 3.2 per game over the team's last five contests (1-4 SU).

San Diego’s hitters have been led by first baseman Eric Hosmer and third baseman Manny Machado. Hosmer is hitting .267/.313/.424 with 21 home runs, 98 RBIs and 71 runs scored. Machado (.253/.332/.455) is up to 31 homers, 83 RBIs and 80 runs scored.

In the other dugout, Arizona’s pitchers have given up 4.6 runs per game overall in 2019. The team's starters have an ERA of 4.23, a WHIP of 1.28 and a strikeouts-per-nine of 8.7. The bullpen has a 4.33 ERA, 1.35 WHIP and 8.9 K/9. In 74 divisional games, Diamondbacks starters have an ERA of 4.74 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.33.

Arizona’s offense has produced 5.0 runs per outing, including 5.2 per game against divisional foes and 5.8 per game over its last five. The team's hit .228/.328/.381 over its last five matchups and is 3-2 SU during that span.

Ketel Marte and Eduardo Escobar have led the charge for the Diamondbacks' batters this year. Marte is hitting .329/.389/.592 with 32 home runs, 92 RBIs and 97 runs scored, and Escobar's line sits at .269/.321/.514 with 35 homers, 118 RBIs and 94 runs.
<h3>San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Free Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Diamondbacks, ATS Winner – Padres, O/U – UNDER
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Betting Trends

San Diego has tallied 12 extra-base hits over its last five outings. Arizona has 17 XBH over its last five.

The Padres have lost seven of their last eight games SU.

San Diego has recorded 13.6 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 outings and 16.0 over its last five.

The Padres have hit seven home runs in their last 10 games. The Diamondbacks have hit 10 over their last 10.

The Padres have a team OPS of .718 this season, including an OPS of .752 when facing left-handed pitchers. The Diamondbacks' OPS stands at .760 overall and .839 against lefties.

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San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Free Pick 09/28/19

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>Planning on watching today's Red Wings and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Red Wings come into this Atlantic division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canadiens winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Red Wings Ready for a Win at Montreal?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-15-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Buffalo scored first, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second period to secure the win. Both of the Red Wings’ goals came on the power play, courtesy of Dylan Larkin.</p><p>Detroit's offense was held scoreless until the second period, when Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season, both on power plays. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin's first goal, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist. Lucas Raymond notched his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Red Wings gave up the first goal of the game at 11:39 in the first period, but they locked things down from there, not allowing another goal. Cam Talbot finished with 31 saves and a 96.9% save percentage. Detroit's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p><h3>Can the Canadiens Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 13-16-3. The Canadiens were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Christian Dvorak scored Montreal’s only goal at 14:28 in the third period. The Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15 in the final period.</p><p>Montreal's offense managed 26 shots on goal but only found the net once in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak scored his first goal of the season, coming 5:32 into the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh.</p> <p>The Canadiens were held scoreless through the first two periods and struggled with 20 giveaways. They failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities and did not score on an empty net.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals of the game, with both coming from Sidney Crosby. The first was at 15:57 in the first period, and the second was a power-play goal at 18:40 in the second. After the Canadiens made it 2-1 in the third, they allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left, leading to a 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p>

Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>From Progressive Field in Cleveland, we have the Rays and Guardians facing off in an AL matchup. The Guardians are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -176, while the Rays are at +148. The over/under line is currently 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch for this one is set for 7:10 PM ET, and the game will be televised on BSSUN. The Rays are 72-75 this season, while the Guardians lead the AL Central with an overall record of 84-63.</p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline -176</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 7:10 ET on Friday, September 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RAYS VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Guardians winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rays to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Tampa Bay picked up a 5-2 win over the Guardians in the most recent game of this series. The Rays had a huge 4th inning, scoring two of their five runs and picking up three of their six hits. As for the Guardians, they scored their only two runs in the 5th and finished the game with five hits.</p>

<p>Ryan Pepiot only went two innings for the Rays but gave up just two hits and two earned runs. Cole Sulser got the win out of the bullpen, and Richard Lovelady got the save. Gavin Williams struggled on the mound for the Guardians, giving up three earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Brandon Lowe and José Caballero each homered for the Rays, while Yandy Díaz scored two runs and drove in a run while going 2/3. For the Guardians, Franmil Reyes went 2/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>Tampa Bay is 72-75 overall and trails the Yankees by 13 games in the AL East. Currently, they are in 4th place in the division, two games behind the Red Sox for 3rd place. The Rays are 19-24 against other AL East teams this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Rays are 37-38 this year and 35-37 on the road. So far, they have gone 35-30 as the favorite but just 37-45 as the underdog. Tampa Bay's overall series record is 22-19-6, and they are currently up 1-0 in the series vs. the Guardians.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Tampa Bay Rays have been a good choice this season, as they are 76-71 overall. They are 42-30 on the run line on the road, and they have covered in their last two games. They are 52-30 against the run line as the underdog, and they have an average run differential of -0.4 runs per game.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays are on the road today against the Cleveland Guardians, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Rays' games have averaged 8.1 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 65-74 overall. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 23-26. Overall, 56.5% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs, and the under has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Zack Littell gets the start for the Rays today as he faces the Guardians on the road. So far this season, he has made 26 starts and has a record of 6-9. Littell's ERA is 3.89, along with a WHIP of 1.33. In his 26 starts, he has turned in eight quality starts and is averaging 7.92 strikeouts per nine innings. Littell's most recent outing was a good one, as he picked up the win, going five innings and not giving up a run. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight starts. At home, his ERA is 3.3, compared to 6.2 on the road.</p><p>As a team, the Rays are averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the MLB. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and have a team batting average of just .231. However, they do have two players with a good on-base percentage, as a team, they are 8th in walks.</p>

<p>Yandy Diaz has been the Rays' top hitter this season, batting .284 with 14 homers and 65 RBIs. He is also on a five-game hitting streak and has gone 9/21 in his last six games. Brandon Lowe has also been swinging the bat well of late, going 3/10 with two homers in his last four games.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland heads into today's game vs. the Rays with an overall record of 84-63, which has them leading the AL Central by four games over the Royals. The Guardians will take on the Rays at home today, and they are 27-21 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>The Guardians have gone 6-4 across their last 10 games and are 38-19 as the home favorite this year. On the road, the Guardians are 41-37. So far, they have been good as the favorite, going 59-31, and they are 27-15-5 in series this year.</p><p>The Guardians have a run line record of 74-73 this season, with an average run margin of 0.5 runs per game. They have been slightly better on the run line at home, going 33-36, compared to 41-37 on the road. As the favorite, they are just 42-48 on the run line, while they are 32-25 as the underdog. They have an average run margin of 0.7 runs per game at home and 0.4 runs per game on the road.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians have an over/under record of 66-70 this season, with the average line set at 8 runs per game. However, when the line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 17-19. The Guardians have played 103 games with lines set higher than 7.5 runs, which accounts for 70.1% of their games this season.</p><p>Cleveland is sending Tanner Bibee to the mound today vs. the Rays, and he will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Dodgers. In that start, he took the loss, going five innings and giving up two earned runs. Looking at his overall numbers, Bibee has made 28 starts and has a record of 11-7. His ERA for the season is 3.56, along with a WHIP of 1.13. Opposing batters are hitting .225 off Bibee this season. One positive note for Bibee is that he has a WHIP of 2.84 compared to 4.96 at home.</p>
<p>Jose Ramirez has been one of the league's top run producers this season, as his 106 RBIs are 2nd in all of baseball. He has also gone deep 34 times, which is the best mark on the team and 8th in the MLB. Ramirez is also batting a solid .270 for the season. Josh Naylor is 2nd on the team with 29 homers and is 5th in the league with 101 RBIs.</p>

<p>Lane Thomas has been swinging a hot bat for the Guardians, going 8/21 in his last five games, including driving in nine runs. He is also on an eight-game hitting streak. Austin Hedges and Bo Naylor have each homered in their last game, with Hedges going 1/3 and Naylor going 3/13 in his last four games.</p>

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Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>As winter thaws and spring arrives, the sporting calendar ramps up with all sorts of events. Currently, the focus is on The Masters, the NBA and NHL playoffs, and the early part of the baseball season. Not long from now, we’ll be eyeing the NFL Draft and start of the American Triple Crown races.</p>



<p>The 2023 Kentucky Derby is now just a month away as it’s always run on the first Saturday of May. <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports/"><strong>BetAnySports</strong></a> already has some early odds up on the board, so let’s take a look and see who’s favored and what longshots have a chance to win the Run for the Roses:</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forte, Disarm Among Early Favorites</h2>



<p>We’re almost at the end of Kentucky Derby prep races with just a few more key races to go this month. However, it’s Forte who has really impressed to date and is currently favored. The Todd Pletcher-trained three-year-old colt has won the Florida Derby, Fountain of Youth Stakes and Breeders’ Cup Juvenile. Out of seven races entered, the colt has won six of them.</p>



<p>Another three-year-old colt on the radar is Practical Move (12/1), who will have an opportunity to make some noise this weekend. This Tim Yakteen-trained thoroughbred has won back-to-back races at the San Felipe Stakes and Los Alamitos Futurity last year. This Saturday, he’ll be racing at the Santa Anita Stakes. Another win and will propel him to the top of most power rankings.</p>



<p>Tapit Trice (8/1) is likely to be a second Todd Pletcher entry into the 2023 Run for the Roses. He won the Tampa Bay Derby and has now won three in a row, but some will see some red flags. Tapit Trice is among the favorites but has only won one graded stakes races (Tampa Bay Derby). Is that enough to really put faith into? The horse is capable but bettors would have liked to seen more of a track record.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-can-baffert-earn-redemption-with-arabian-knight">Can Baffert Earn Redemption <strong>with Arabian Knight?</strong></h2>



<p>Bob Baffert’s one-year suspension is officially over (ended in January) and he’s now allowed to enter horses into major tracks in New York again. However, he’s still banned from Churchill Downs and while he won’t be able to attend this year’s Kentucky Derby, one of his trained horses will.</p>



<p>He has a contender in Arabian Knight and the thoroughbred is surely to be scrutinized – especially if he wins. The three-year-old colt is jockeyed by John Velazquez who has won the Kentucky Derby three times. He last won in 2020 on another Baffert-trained horse: Authentic.</p>



<p>Arabian Knight has only raced twice but has won both outings. The Southwest Stakes is the only graded race he’s won. However, he beat Forte – the horse that’s favored to win the Kentucky Derby right now – in the Southwest Stakes. Overall, Arabian Knight has been mighty impressive in his two outings, winning by a whopping 12 3/4 lengths.</p>



<p>The horse was transferred to trainer Tim Yakteen, which then allows it to be entered in the Kentucky Derby next month. Even though Baffert won’t be there, it’s clear that this will be one of his entries and he’ll be a big talking point if Arabian Knight does win.</p>

Kentucky Derby Odds: Who Are the Early Kentucky Derby Contenders?

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Pacific is favored by -4.5 against Idaho in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vandals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Idaho Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 2-8 after a 74-66 road loss to UC Davis on Wednesday. The Vandals entered the game as +6.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread, while the total points of 140 fell just short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>Idaho trailed 32-25 at halftime but couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Idaho's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.4%. They did connect on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Kolton Mitchell led the way with 26 points, hitting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Ty Johnson added 19 points, despite shooting 0-for-3 from three, while Niko Rocak contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, making all but one of his four field goal attempts.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, for a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Idaho's opponents went 5/14, shooting 35%. The Vandals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 43 times, where they made 27 free throws, a 62% success rate. Idaho allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Pacific Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pacific fell to 3-8 on the season after an 81-75 home loss to Portland State on Wednesday, December 18th. The Tigers, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-29 at halftime, Pacific put up a fight in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pacific's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 34.5% overall and 24% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to put up 75 points, thanks in large part to their success at the free-throw line, where they hit 31 of 36 attempts for an 86.1% rate.</p> <p>Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from three. Elias Ralph, Elijah Fisher, Jefferson Koulibaly, and Shane Nowell each contributed 15 points, with Lamar Washington adding 14 points and 6 assists. Isaiah Johnson grabbed 11 rebounds to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Despite Pacific holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, the Tigers still gave up 81 points. They allowed 43% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposition hitting 13 of 30 shots. From beyond the arc, Pacific's defense limited their opponent to 6 of 25 shooting, just 24%.</p> <p>Pacific sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 attempts, an 86% success rate. The Tigers also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Pacific Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Utah Runnin' Utes vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>ESPN+ will be covering this week four non-conference matchup between the East Carolina Pirates and the Liberty Flames. Liberty comes in at 3-0, while East Carolina has a 2-1 record. The game is set for 6:00 ET from Williams Stadium in Lynchburg, VA. Liberty is -7 point favorites, and the over/under line is currently at 53.5 points.</p><h3>EAST CAROLINA PIRATES VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates +7</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Stadium (VA) at 6:00 ET on Saturday, September 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Liberty Flames winning this one by a score of 32 to 29</li><li>Even though we like the Liberty Flames to win, our ATS pick is to take the East Carolina Pirates at +7</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The East Carolina Pirates Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>East Carolina is looking to bounce back after a 21-19 loss to Appalachian State. The Pirates, who were +1 point underdogs, not only fell short of an outright win but also failed to cover the spread. The over/under line for the game was 58.5 points, but the final score totaled just 40 points, resulting in an under. This was East Carolina's first loss of the season, and they are now 2-1.</p><p></p><p>East Carolina fell behind early, with Appalachian State taking a 16-0 lead. The Pirates managed to close the gap to 16-14 by halftime, and they took a 16-14 lead in the third quarter. However, Appalachian State scored early in the fourth quarter, and East Carolina was only able to add a field goal, resulting in the 21-19 defeat.</p><p>East Carolina's offense, led by quarterback Jake Garcia, put up 324 yards in their 21-19 loss to Appalachian State. Garcia completed 64.3% of his passes for 226 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, earning a passer rating of 86.31. Winston Wright Jr. was his top target, catching three passes for 72 yards.</p> 
<p>The Pirates' offense moved the chains 16 times, but they struggled to establish the run, finishing with 98 yards on 30 carries. Rahjai Harris led the ground game with 87 yards on 18 attempts, averaging 4.8 yards per carry.</p><p>East Carolina's defense will be looking to tighten up after allowing 515 total yards in their last game. They gave up 424 yards through the air, but the silver lining is that they managed to intercept two passes. On the ground, the Pirates were more effective, holding Appalachian State to just 91 yards rushing. However, East Carolina's defense will need to be more consistent in their pass coverage to be successful.</p><h3>Are The Liberty Flames Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Liberty is now 3-0 after a 28-10 win over UTEP. Despite being -24 point favorites, the Flames were unable to cover the spread. The over/under line was set at 57.5 points, but the game finished with only 38 total points, resulting in an under.</p> <p></p><p>Liberty led 7-3 after the first quarter and added another touchdown in the second quarter to go up 14-3. UTEP managed to score in the third quarter, but the Flames matched it to keep their lead at 11 points, and then added another touchdown in the fourth quarter to close out the game.</p><p>Quarterback Kaidon Salter led Liberty's offense to a 28-10 win over UTEP, throwing for 228 yards and completing 78.9% of his passes. Salter connected with Treon Sibley, who led the receiving corps with four catches for 77 yards.</p> 
<p>On the ground, Billy Lucas was the standout performer, rushing for 104 yards on 21 carries. Lucas found the end zone three times, while the Flames' rushing attack totaled 189 yards. Liberty's offense finished with 417 yards of total offense and 19 first downs.</p><p>Liberty's defense was effective in their most recent game, holding UTEP to just 10 points. They limited UTEP to 91 rushing yards on 30 attempts but struggled more against the pass, allowing 244 yards and one touchdown through the air. Despite these numbers, Liberty's defense came up with two interceptions and held UTEP to 18 total first downs and 335 yards of total offense.</p>

East Carolina Pirates vs Liberty Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 9/21/24

<p>The biggest sporting event on the planet - the World Cup - gets underway on Sunday with the host team (Qatar) taking on Ecuador. The U.S. gets started on Monday against Wales. And <strong><a href="https://betanysports.eu/BangTheBook/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">BetAnySports </a></strong>will be right on top of the action, with futures betting and as many props as you can handle.</p>



<p>In their opening Group B match, the USA faces Wales at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. And they are favored.... slightly.</p>



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<p><strong>United States &nbsp;pk -140<br>Wales &nbsp;pk +120<br><br>Three-Way Prop<br><br>United States +155<br>Wales &nbsp;+210<br>Draw +200<br><br>Total Goals<br><br>Over 2 Goals -110<br>Under 2 Goals -110</strong></p>



<p>For the United States men's team that is getting ready to compete in the World Cup, the keywords are "youth" and "experience." That is to say, they are younger than any other team in the 32-nation field, while at the same time possessing quite a bit of experience overseas in some of the best professional leagues in the world.</p>



<p>In point of fact, one member of this team, midfielder Christian Pulisic, who happens to have been the most expensive U.S. player ever transferred ($73 million, from Borussia Dortmund to Chelsea) scored a goal in last year's UEFA Champions League final.</p>



<p>We'll see if the design of national team coach Gregg Berhalter is enough to make some noise. And it had better, because the last foray of the U.S. into World Cup territory ended in crushing disappointment.</p>



<p>The truth of the matter is that the Americans didn't qualify at all last time. An elimination defeat suffered at the hands of Trinidad and Tobago in 2018 qualifying took care of that. As we speak, the only player that is left over from the last U.S. team that made it to the World Cup's 32-team finals (2014) is DeAndre Yedlin, who plays for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer and refers to these 2022 festivities as this program's "revenge tour."</p>



<p>Berhalter, a godson of baseball legend Carl Yastrzemski who formerly coached the L.A. Galaxy in MLS, took over the U.S. fortunes following the 2018 disaster, and he made some roster cuts that were considered controversial. One of those involved 19-year-old Ricardo Pepi, who had three goals during the qualifying process. And it's especially strange because analysts are concerned about where this squad will find scoring punch from. <strong>At <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports/">BetAnySports</a>, the U.S. is priced at +500 to win Group B (England is the favorite at -300) and 150-1 (+15000) to win the whole thing.</strong></p>



<p>And on this team that averages roughly 25.5 years of age, Tim Ream seems a little out of place. But Berhalter said that keeping him on the roster was an "easy decision," citing not only his natural leadership ability, but the fact that he is one of the guys who is playing regularly at the highest club level, as a defender for Fulham in the English Premier League.</p>



<p>Eight members of the U.S. squad are playing professionally in England. Six more at with various other top-tier clubs in Europe. And nine of them come from MLS.</p>



<p>There's some pedigree involved here too. Gio Reyna, a 20-year-old who is one of the more talented members, is the son of Claudio Reyna, a former U.S. team captain and former teammate of Berhalter at St. Benedict's High School in New Jersey.</p>



<p>It is not unusual for a World Cup team to have some problems to solve when it comes to injuries and/or fitness. Fortunately, the U.S. has escaped major injury issues for the most part, but some of the guys are banged up. Reyna has leg injuries. Midfielder Weston McKinnie (Juventus) has been out a few weeks with a thigh problem. Another midfielder, Luca De La Torre, who competes for Celta Vigo in Spain, hasn't played in a month (leg injury). Matt Turner, probably the top goalkeeper, simply hasn't played very much for Arsenal in the EPL. Many of the MLS players haven't played in a while, so Berhalter conducted a special conditioning camp for them.</p>



<p>The U.S. team is currently ranked 16th in the world by FIFA. Wales is right there at 19th. And if you want to talk about a team on a mission, they have not succeeded in qualifying for the World Cup in 64 years. Some observers joke that Gareth Bale is the only player remaining from that team. But the truth is, the 33-year-old winger, a former star for Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur who is now with Los Angeles FC in MLS, is probably experiencing his only opportunity to play in the World Cup. For that reason alone, the Welsh legend is worth watching.</p>



<p>The U.S. team plays against England on November 25, then against Iran on November 29. If they qualify out of Group B, they will advance to the knockout round, beginning on December 3.</p>



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World Cup Betting Preview - For the United States, redemption's a theme in Qatar

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

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

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

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Seahawks face off at 2:00 ET on FloH. The Seahawks are hosting the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -6.5 against UNC Asheville in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNC Asheville Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Even though we have UNCW winning straight-up, we like UNC Asheville at +6.5.</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 UNC Asheville Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>UNC Asheville improved to 5-4 on the season with a 95-81 home win over North Florida on Tuesday, December 17th. The Bulldogs, who were -3 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNC Asheville jumped out to a 43-30 lead by halftime, but the game opened up in the second half, with the Bulldogs scoring 52 points and allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the over/under line of 162.</p><p>UNC Asheville's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points while shooting 56.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%, with strong performances from both inside and outside the arc. They hit 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 45% from three, connecting on 9 of 20 shots from deep.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also excelled at the free-throw line, making 20 of 29 attempts (69%), and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. They dished out 20 assists, with Jordan Marsh contributing 7 assists to go along with his 19 points. Toyaz Solomon led the team with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p><p>UNC Asheville struggled defensively, giving up 81 points on 56% shooting from the field. Their interior defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNC Asheville's defense couldn't contain their opponent, who shot 45% on threes, making 9 of 20 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 69%. The Bulldogs gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can UNCW Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 7-3 on the season with a 79-66 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNCW led 37-27 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined points for the game were 145, going over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>UNCW put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 72% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 10-for-32 (31.2%).</p> <p>Donovan Newby led the way with 21 points, knocking down 4-of-9 threes. Zavian McLean and Keeshawn Kellman both shot 8-for-11, with McLean adding 20 points and Kellman grabbing 9 rebounds. Noah Ross contributed 12 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, UNCW's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. Most of the damage came inside, where they allowed 18 two-point baskets on just 25 attempts, a 72% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 10 made threes on 32 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 13 for 61%. UNCW gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

<p>At 8:05 PM ET, the Giants and Cubs face off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Wrigley Field in Chicago, and the Giants are 4th in the NL West with a record of 35-37, while the Cubs are 5th in the NL Central at 34-38.</p>

<p>Chicago is favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -125 compared to the Giants at +104. Monday's forecast in Chicago calls for clear skies and temperatures in the low 90s. NBCS will be televising this one.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline +104</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 8:05 ET on Monday, June 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GIANTS VS CUBS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Giants to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>Jorge Soler and the Giants's offense is coming off a big game to close out their series vs. the Angels. San Francisco scored 13 runs on 16 hits and went on to win the game 13-6. The Giants were the heavy favorite at -167 going into the game.</p>

<p>Soler really got things going for the Giants, going 2/4 with a homer and four RBIs. The Giants scored nine runs in the 4th inning, and Soler had a big three-run homer in the inning. Austin Slater was also hot at the plate, going 2/2 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>San Francisco is on the road today, taking on the Cubs with an overall record of 35-37. The Giants are 8.5 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead, and they are in 4th place in the division. So far, they have gone 13-13 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants have gone 20-17 this year, and they are just under .500 at 15-20 on the road. As the favorite, the Giants are 21-17 this year and 14-20 as the underdog. San Francisco's series record is 12-9-2 this year, and they lost their most recent series vs. the Angels.</p><p>When the Giants win, they do so by an average of 3.4 runs per game, but when they lose, they lose by an average of 3.9 runs per game. Their overall run differential is -0.3 runs per game, and their run line record is 35-37. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road (19-16) than at home (16-21) and have been a better run line bet as the underdog (19-15) than as the favorite (16-22).</p><p>The San Francisco Giants are on the road today against the Chicago Cubs. The over/under line for this game is set at 9.5 runs, which is higher than their combined run average of 9.1 runs per game. The Giants' over/under record for the season is 38-32, and their average over/under line is set at 8 runs per game. This season, only 1.4% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9.5 runs or higher, and their over/under record in those games is 1-1. Overall, 95.8% of their games have had lower over/under lines than 9.5 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Jordan Hicks gets the start for the Giants today as he faces the Cubs on the road. So far this season, he has made 14 starts and has a record of 4-3 to go along with a 3.01 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, opponents are batting .219 this season, and Hicks has a total of three quality starts. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up three earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had gone three straight outings without taking the loss. Per nine innings, Hicks is averaging 8.04 strikeouts and 3.01 walks.</p>
<p>So far this season, the Giants are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 15th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road, averaging 4.5 runs per contest. San Francisco's team batting average of .248 is 10th in the league, and they also have the 7th best on-base percentage in the MLB.</p>

<p>Thairo Estrada, Matt Chapman, Jorge Soler, and Michael Conforto all come into the game with eight home runs, which is 15th in the league. Estrada and Soler are batting just .239 and .224, respectively, but both have been swinging the bat well of late. Heliot Ramos is hitting .326 for the season and has gone 15/40 in his last nine games, with three homers and 11 RBIs.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Cardinals, the Cubs closed out the series with a 2-1 loss. Chicago was the slight favorite at -131 on the money line. Things started off well for the Cubs, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Cardinals scored twice in the top of the 2nd.</p>

<p>Chicago's offense was quiet the rest of the way, and the Cubs couldn't complete the comeback. Ian Happ scored the team's only run in the 1st inning, going 2/3 with a double. Jameson Taillon took the loss, going six innings and giving up two earned runs on seven hits.</p><p>Chicago is 34-38 overall and trails the Brewers in the NL Central by 8.5 games. The Cubs are 5th in the division and are 9-17 against other NL Central teams. Today, they host the Giants with an overall home record of 19-15 compared to a road record of 15-23.</p>

<p>The Cubs are looking to get back on track, as they are just 3-7 over their last 10 games. So far, they have dropped three straight series and have an overall series record of 8-13-2. As the favorite, the Cubs are 17-16 this year and 12-11 when favored at home. They have gone 17-22 as the underdog.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Cubs this season, it's been more profitable to take them on the road as they are 22-16 vs. the run line away from Wrigley. They are just 13-21 vs. the run line at home this season. They have been a run line underdog in 39 games and have covered in 26 of them. They are 9-24 vs. the run line as the favorite.</p><p>Chicago Cubs games have gone under the total in nine straight contests, and the under is 30-39 overall for the season. The average over/under line for Cubs games is 8 runs, but when the line has been set at 9.5 runs, the over is 4-0. The combined run average in Cubs games is 8.5 runs per game, and only 5.6% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Through 14 starts, Javier Assad has a record of 4-2 and an ERA of 2.81. He has made three quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow a homer. Against the Rays on June 12th, Assad went 4 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, four hits, and two walks. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Before that, he had given up a homer in three straight starts. Assad's ERA on the road is 3.71, compared to 1.79 at home.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Cubs offense is averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 21st in the MLB. They have been a bit better at home, averaging 4.2 runs per game. Overall, the Cubs are 17th in home runs and have a team batting average of just .226. However, they do have the 5th fewest strikeouts in the league and are among the league leaders in walks.</p>

<p>Christopher Morel has really struggled at the plate this season, batting just .195, and he has gone 6/39 over his last 10 games. However, he is still the Cubs' leader in home runs (13) and RBIs (40). Cody Bellinger has been a bit better, hitting .263 for the season and has gone 12/42 in his last 10 games. He is 2nd on the team with 9 homers.</p>

San Francisco Giants vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 6/17/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 12:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Memphis as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 12:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Mississippi State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State improved to 10-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 142, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at halftime, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Central Michigan to 34 points.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they went just 2-for-7 (28.6%).</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 24 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Michael Nwoko also added 18 points, shooting 66.7% from the field in just 18 minutes of play.</p><p>Even though Mississippi State gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 35 made baskets on 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs' defense struggled, as they allowed 57% shooting on 24/42 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's opponent hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37%. The Bulldogs did catch a break at the free-throw line, where their opponent shot just 28%, making only 2 of 7 attempts. However, Mississippi State gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Memphis moved to 9-2 on the season with a 64-62 win over Virginia on Wednesday. The Tigers were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 30-21 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Virginia 43-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 64 points while shooting 37.5% from the field. They hit only 21.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 23 attempts, though they were solid at the free-throw line, converting 81% of their shots.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% overall. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Dain Dainja contributed 11 rebounds.</p><p>Memphis held their opponent to 62 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 21 field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis allowed 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

<p>ABC will be covering this week two matchup between the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Kentucky Wildcats, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from Kroger Field in Lexington. Both teams are 1-0 coming into this game. The over/under line is currently at 45.5 points, with Kentucky favored by -10.5. The money line odds have the Wildcats at -400 and the Gamecocks at +307.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kentucky Wildcats -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kroger Field at 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENTUCKY WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Kentucky Wildcats winning this one by a score of 27 to 14</li><li>Not only do we have the Kentucky Wildcats winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -10.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 45.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The South Carolina Gamecocks Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>South Carolina is looking to build on their 1-0 start after a 23-19 win over Old Dominion. Despite being -20.5 point favorites, the Gamecocks failed to cover the spread. The over/under line was set at 49.5 points, but the game ended with a combined 42 points, hitting the under.</p><p></p><p>South Carolina trailed 13-7 at halftime but managed to tie the game at 16-16 by the end of the third quarter. The Gamecocks outscored Old Dominion 7-3 in the fourth quarter to come out on top.</p><p>South Carolina's offense put up 307 yards in their 23-19 win, with 193 of those yards coming on the ground. The Gamecocks rushed 53 times and found the end zone twice on the ground. LaNorris Sellers completed 10 of 23 passes for 114 yards, with Vandrevius Jacobs leading the receiving effort with 59 yards on two catches.</p> 
<p>Raheim Sanders was the team's leading rusher, gaining 88 yards on 24 carries and scoring one of South Carolina's two rushing touchdowns.</p><p>South Carolina's defense will be looking to improve after allowing 361 total yards in their most recent game. Old Dominion found success on the ground, rushing for 164 yards and a touchdown. The Gamecocks' secondary gave up 197 passing yards and a touchdown, but they did manage to come up with two interceptions to help secure the win.</p><h3>Are The Kentucky Wildcats Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Kentucky is off to a strong start this season, moving to 1-0 after a 31-0 win over Southern Miss. The Wildcats, who were -25.5 point favorites, not only won but also covered the spread. The over/under line was set at 50 points, but the combined score of 31 points fell short of this, resulting in an under.</p><p></p><p>Kentucky took control early, leading 7-0 after the first quarter. They added 17 points in the second quarter, and by halftime, the Wildcats were up 24-0. A final touchdown in the third quarter sealed the win for Kentucky.</p><p>Quarterback Brock Vandagriff led Kentucky's offense to a 31-0 win, throwing for 169 yards and three touchdowns while completing 66.7% of his passes. Ja'Mori Maclin was his top target, with two receptions for 66 yards.</p> 
<p>The Wildcats' offense totaled 317 yards, with 148 yards coming on the ground. Demie Sumo-Karngbaye was the leading rusher, averaging 7.4 yards per carry, and he also added a rushing touchdown.</p><p>After holding Southern Miss to just 131 total yards in their most recent game, Kentucky's defense is looking strong. The Wildcats didn't allow a single point and gave up just seven first downs. Southern Miss couldn't get anything going on the ground, managing only 5 rushing yards on 12 attempts. Kentucky's secondary picked off two passes and held the Golden Eagles to 126 yards through the air.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Kentucky Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 9/7/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Dolphins and Knights face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Knights are hosting the game at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UCF as the -15.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Even though we have UCF winning straight-up, we like Jacksonville at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Dolphins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville improved to 4-5 on the season with a 60-52 home win over East Tennessee State on Saturday, December 14th. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Dolphins not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville led 36-24 at halftime but allowed 28 points in the 2nd half while scoring 24. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 148-point O/U line.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 51.5% of their two-point attempts (17/33) and hit 30% from beyond the arc (6/20), while going 8-for-11 (72.7%) at the free-throw line.</p> <p>Robert McCray V led the way with 22 points, shooting 53.3% overall, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 1 of 6 attempts. Zimi Nwokeji was efficient, going 4-for-5 from three and 5-for-6 overall, finishing with 15 points. John Buggs III also added 15 points, knocking down 5 of 10 threes, and Quimari Peterson contributed 13 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense held their opponent to 52 points, despite allowing them to shoot 43% from the field. The Dolphins gave up 17 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Jacksonville's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 20 attempts, a 30% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 8, shooting 72%.</p><h3>Is It the Knights Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>UCF improved to 8-2 on the season with an 88-75 road win over Tulsa on Saturday. The Knights entered the game as -10.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 163 exceeded the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>UCF led 45-39 at halftime and maintained control by outscoring Tulsa 43-36 in the second half.</p><p>UCF's offense put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 36.4% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-22, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 18-of-24 attempts (75%). The Knights also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists.</p> <p>Keaston Willis led the way with 22 points, hitting 6-of-9 from three-point range. Dwon Odom and Dallan Coleman each added 20 points, with Coleman shooting 75% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jordan Ivy-Curry contributed 16 points, connecting on 4-of-7 threes.</p><p>UCF's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field, hitting 24 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they held the other team to 41% shooting, as they made 15 of 36 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, UCF allowed 9 made threes on 21 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 69%. UCF gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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

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

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

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

<p>David Festa and the Twins will host the Tigers today at Target Field in Minneapolis, with the game starting at 8:10 PM ET. BSN is carrying this one on TV, and the Twins are the heavy favorite on the money line at -165. The money line odds for a Tigers win are sitting at +140, and they are 4th in the AL Central, with a record of 38-47. Minnesota is 2nd in the division at 48-37 and they have won three straight.</p>

<p>The over/under line for Wednesday's matchup is at 9 runs, and the forecast in Minneapolis calls for clear skies and temperatures in the low 80s. Keider Montero will go for the Tigers.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -165</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 8:10 ET on Wednesday, July 3rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Twins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Twins vs Tigers series. Minnesota went into the matchup as -127 favorites and squeaked out a 5-3 win. The Twins had a two-run lead heading into the 5th inning, and the Tigers could only muster one more run in the 7th. As for the Twins, they scored an insurance run in the 8th, and both offenses went silent after that.</p>

<p>Carlos Correa and Royce Lewis each homered for the Twins, while Manuel Margot went 2/4 with two runs scored and an RBI. Justyn-Henry Malloy hit the game's other home run for the Tigers, going 2/4 with three RBIs.</p>

<p>Jorge Alcala got the win for the Twins out of the bullpen, while Jhoan Duran got the save. Will Vest took the loss for Detroit out of the bullpen. </p>
<h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit is 38-47 overall and trails the Guardians by 16 games in the AL Central. So far, they are 12-11 against other teams in the AL Central. The Tigers are on the road today, and they are 19-25 on the road compared to 19-22 at home.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Tigers are 14-20 this year, and they are 19-19 when favored. Detroit has dropped two straight series and has an overall series record of 9-13-4.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Detroit Tigers are 36-49 this season. They have been a better bet on the road (22-22) than at home (14-27). As the favorite, they are just 9-29 against the run line, but as the underdog, they are 27-20. Their average run differential per game is -0.3, and they have a run differential of -0.1 on the road and -0.4 at home. Their average run differential in wins is +3.7, while it is -3.5 in losses.</p><p>The Tigers have played to the over in three straight games, and their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season. Their over/under record is 45-38, and the average over/under line in their games is 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, their record is 4-3. Only 4.7% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs, with the vast majority of their games (87.1%) having lower lines.</p><p>Keider Montero will be making his first road start of the season when he takes on the Twins. He has started 2 games so far this season, and both have been losses. In his first start, he went 4 1/3 innings and gave up 5 runs, and in his most recent outing, he lasted the same amount of time and gave up 4 runs.</p><p>For the season, the Tigers are averaging 4 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. This is also the 21st ranked scoring offense in terms of batting average, as they are hitting just .227. As a team, they are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and on-base percentage. Detroit does have a couple of hitters on a good run right now, as Andy Ibáñez is on a four-game hitting streak, and Justyn-Henry Malloy has gone 5/13 in his last four games, including two homers.</p>

<p>Riley Greene is the Tigers' top power threat, as his 15 homers are 12th in the league. Greene is also leading the team with 41 RBIs. He is batting .253 for the season. Matt Vierling is 2nd on the team with 10 homers and 33 RBIs, but he is batting just .250.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota is currently 48-37 overall, putting them six games behind the Guardians in the AL Central. The Twins have been playing well of late, winning three straight games, and they are 7-3 over their last 10. So far, they have gone 16-11 against other teams in the AL Central.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins are 24-16 this year and have gone 24-21 on the road. Minnesota has been good as the favorite this year, going 39-20, and they are 20-13 as the favorite at home. The Twins have an overall series record of 16-8-2 and have won three straight series, all of which have come on the road.</p><p>Minnesota has been a solid run line bet this season, going 41-44 overall. They have been especially profitable on the road, where they are 25-20 against the run line. They have covered the run line in five straight games and have an average run differential of +0.5 runs per game this season.</p><p>The Twins have seen their games go over the total in two straight contests, and their over/under record for the season is just below .500 at 41-42. The combined run average in their games this year is 9.1, and when the over/under line has been set at 9 runs, they have gone over the total in six of eight games. However, the majority of their games have had lower over/under lines, with just 2.4% of their games having lines set at 9 runs or higher.</p><p>David Festa will be making his second start of the season for the Twins, and he'll be at home against the Tigers. In his first start of the year, Festa picked up the win, going 5 innings and giving up 5 runs on 7 hits. He did strike out 7 batters but did give up a home run.</p><p>Carlos Santana and Ryan Jeffers have been the Twins' top power threats this season, as Santana is 2nd on the team with 12 homers and Jeffers is right behind him with 13 long balls. Jeffers' 42 RBIs are the best mark on the team, and he comes into the game on a six-game hitting streak. Jose Miranda has also been swinging a hot bat for the Twins, going 13/33 in his last nine games.</p>

<p>Over the team's last eight games, Byron Buxton has four home runs and is hitting .414. This has helped him move into the team lead in home runs, as he is now at 7 for the season. Willi Castro has been a consistent presence at the plate for the Twins, batting .273 for the season, and his seven homers are 5th on the team.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 7/3/24

<p>Betting on today's Ducks and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS 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 8:00 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Jets will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Ducks Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>With a record of 23-40-3, the Ducks are in 7th place in the Pacific Division and 14th in the Western Conference. Over their last ten games, Anaheim has gone 3-7 and has lost four straight games as the underdog. On the road, the Ducks are 13-17-2 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, Anaheim has gone 1-4 and is 0-3 in their last three games. As the underdog this season, the Ducks have gone 20-35-3, and they have lost four straight games as the underdog.</p></p><p>On the season, the Ducks' puck line record is 34-32, and they have gone 5-5 vs. the puck line in their last ten games. So far, Anaheim has been the underdog in 58 of their games, going 32-26 vs. the puck line in those contests.</p>

<p>Overall, the Ducks have lost 29 games by multiple goals compared to 14 by just one goal. In their last ten road games, the team's puck line record is 6-4, and their average scoring margin on the road is at -1.1 goals per game.</p> <p>On average, Anaheim's games have finished with 6.2 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Ducks come in with an over/under record of 31-32-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Ducks have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>The Ducks come into the game scoring an average of 2.5 goals per game, putting them 30th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 29th in the league. Coming into the game, the Ducks have a 4-16 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 17-21.</p><p>The leading scorer for Anaheim's offense is Frank Vatrano. Coming into the game he has 29 goals, ranking 23rd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 21 assists so far.</p><p>Winnipeg defense takes on the Ducks ranked 21st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.2 shots per game against Winnipeg. They also are 5th in shutouts, with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie John Gibson has started 39 games this season. His current record stands at 13-22, and his save percentage is 0.853%.</p><h3>Can Winnipeg Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p><p>When playing at home this season, the Jets have been solid, going 22-9-2. In games where they have been favored, Winnipeg has gone 33-9-3. Over their last ten games, the Jets are 6-4, and they have gone 41-19-5 overall.</p>

<p>Currently, Winnipeg is in 4th place in the Western Conference and 3rd place in the Central Division. Against other teams in the West, the Jets have gone 24-15 this year. In their last five games, Winnipeg has gone 2-3, and over their last three games, they are 1-2.</p></p><p>Winnipeg enters this game with a puck line record of 34-31 and an average scoring margin of +.6 goals per game. So far this season, the team has 29 wins by multiple goals compared to just 12 wins by a single goal.</p>

<p>At home, the Jets have gone 18-15 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin is at +.9 goals per game. Over their last ten home games, the team is just 4-6 against the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Winnipeg's games are averaging 5.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6. The Jets currently have an over/under record of 24-34-7.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Anaheim has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Jets are averaging 3 goals per game this season, putting them in the 18th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 19th in the league. This year, the Jets have recorded a 19-10 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 21-9 record.</p><p>Winnipeg's leading scorer is Kyle Connor. So far, he has 27 goals which is 29th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 18 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Jets head into the game ranked 21st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.2 shots per game against Winnipeg. So far, they are 5th in shutouts, achieving 5 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Anaheim, goalie Laurent Brossoit has started 17 games in this season. His current record is 11-4, and his save percentage stands at 0.431%.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 3/15/24

<p>Covid restrictions have all but two NHL games canceled on Monday, but there is still a great contest at the American Airlines Center in Dallas when the Minnesota Wild take on the Dallas Stars. This Central Division showdown features the top team in the division taking on the No. 6 seed.</p>



<p>These teams are meeting for just the second time this season, as the Wild defeated the Stars back on November 18, 7-2 The Stars opened as -115 favorites at home on <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada/">Bovada Sportsbook</a>, while the Wild are -105 underdogs with a total of 5.5 goals. Minnesota has won four straight contests in the series, including the last contest in Dallas.</p>



<h2>Struggling Wild Look to Right Ship</h2>



<p>The Minnesota Wild (19-8-2) were the hottest team in the NHL, winners of seven straight games. However, they are 0-2-1 in their last three contests with two games postponed. The Wild are 0-3 ATS in their last three games. This comes after seven straight ATS victories.</p>



<p>Minnesota lost to Buffalo in a shootout last Thursday, 3-2. The Wild twice had one goal leads only to see Buffalo battle back to tie the score in each instance. Cam Talbot had a solid performance in net, stopping 38 of 40 shots.</p>



<p>The Wild have been a scoring machine this season, second in the NHL in goals per game at 3.620 and in shooting percentage at 10.9%. This despite a mediocre power-play that is connecting on only 17.0% of their opportunities, 23<sup>rd</sup> overall.</p>



<h2>Stars End Skid with OT Victory</h2>



<p>The Dallas Stars (14-12-2) saw their five-game losing streak come to an end with a big victory in overtime over Chicago. The Stars were another team that was playing exceptionally well entering December, but scoring abandoned the team as they produced just three goals over the four games prior to the victory over the Blackhawks.</p>



<p>John Klingberg scored the game-winner in overtime on the power-play, his first goal of the season. Joe Pavelski had a big evening, scoring two goals and adding two assists. Roope Hintz had three assists.</p>



<p>Statistically, Dallas has been a mediocre team this season. They are 25<sup>th</sup> in goals per game (2.64) and 16<sup>th</sup> in goals allowed per contest (2.86). The one area where they have excelled is on the power-play, where they are fourth overall at 26.8%.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Minnesota:</strong></p>



<ul><li>8-3 in their last 11 games.</li><li>Five-to in their last seven games on a Monday.</li></ul>



<p><strong>Dallas:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-5 in their last six.</li><li>1-5 in their last six games against Western Conference teams.</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-minnesota-wild-vs-dallas-stars-pick">Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Pick</h2>



<p>Dallas enters as the favorite in this contest, which oddsmakers must believe is earned after snapping their five-game losing streak. That is a lot of respect for a single victory. It is true that the Wild are struggling, but they are the better team overall.</p>



<p>Dallas has been great at home this season (10-3-1), but they have not been invincible at American Airlines Center of late, losing to St. Louis before pulling out the overtime victory over Chicago. This team has been vulnerable recently, and that should help the Wild to win.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Minnesota Wild at -105</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>This contest features two teams who are recently struggling to score goals. In the last three contests, Minnesota has come up with seven total goals, this after scoring at least four in four straight games of December. Dallas got four goals on Saturday, but they had been held to three total goals in the previous four contests. It took a season-high four points from Joe Pavelski to help the team earn their victory.</p>



<p>These teams have gone under in five of the last six meetings in Dallas and the Starz have gone under in seven of their last eight games at home and 11 of their last 13 overall. The under is definitely the smart pick.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 5.5 goals at -105&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Odds, Pick, Prediction 12/20/21

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Little Rock as the -6 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers +6</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Eastern Illinois at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Eastern Illinois Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois dropped to 1-8 this season after a 79-72 road loss to Southeast Missouri State on Thursday. The Panthers entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>EIU trailed 38-35 at halftime and were outscored 41-37 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Eastern Illinois put up 72 points, shooting 41.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They hit 35.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 14 attempts, and connected on 72.4% of their free throws, going 21 for 29. The Panthers were strong on the offensive glass, grabbing 17 rebounds, but managed just 6 assists as a team.</p> <p>Teddy Washington Jr. led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Zion Fruster also contributed from deep, making 3 of 5 threes and finishing with 15 points. Nakyel Shelton added 17 points despite shooting 30.8% from the field, while Kooper Jacobi chipped in 15 points and 12 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 79 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 56% from the field. They had a tough time inside, where they allowed 65% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Illinois gave up 10 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they hit 75% of their free throws. The Panthers did limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Will the Trojans Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Little Rock moved to 5-5 on the season with a 60-56 home win over SIUE on Thursday, December 19th. The Trojans, who were -3.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Little Rock led 30-22 at halftime, but allowed 34 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30 of their own. The game’s total points of 116 fell well short of the 137 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Little Rock struggled offensively, shooting just 39% from the field and 37.5% on two-point attempts. They hit 42.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 19 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 45.8%.</p> <p>Ray'Sean Taylor led the Trojans with 18 points, despite shooting 3 of 10 from the field. Mwani Wilkinson added 16 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, along with 7 assists.</p><p>Little Rock's defense held their opponent to just 56 points, allowing them to shoot 39% from the field. The Trojans limited their opponent to 37% shooting on two-point attempts, with 15 makes on 40 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Little Rock's opponent shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 threes. The Trojans also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6, shooting 54%. Little Rock gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Royals and Rebels game? Catch the action at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford, MS, as the Rebels hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on SEC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Ole Miss as the -26.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 153.5 points.</p><h3>QUEENS (NC) ROYALS VS OLE MISS REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Queens (NC) Royals +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE QUEENS (NC) ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-63 in favor of the Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have Ole Miss winning straight-up, we like Queens (NC) at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Queens (NC) Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Queens (NC) Royals Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Royals evened their record at 5-5 with a 73-66 home win over Mercer on Wednesday, December 18th. Queens entered the game as slight favorites (-1) and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 30-29 at halftime, Queens scored 43 points in the 2nd half while holding Mercer to 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell well short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Queens (NC) managed 73 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, with a 39.5% success rate on two-point attempts (15/38) and 42.1% from beyond the arc (8/19).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Royals hit 79.2% (19/24), while also grabbing 9 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% (7/12) from the floor.</p><p>Queens (NC) Royals gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 23 of their 57 attempts. From two-point range, they managed just 39% shooting, going 15/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Queens allowed 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 79% rate. Queens gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Ole Miss as Home Favorites</h3><h3>Ole Miss Rebels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Rebels improved to 10-1 on the season with a 74-61 win over Southern on Tuesday. Ole Miss was a heavy favorite at -23, but while they secured the win, they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 135, which was under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Ole Miss led 42-33 at halftime and outscored Southern 32-28 in the second half. While they controlled the game, the Rebels couldn’t pull away enough to cover the spread.</p><p>Ole Miss put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They connected on 40% of their threes, hitting 10 of 25 attempts, while their two-point shooting was 42.9%.</p> <p>Jaylen Murray was a standout, hitting 6 of 7 threes and finishing with 18 points and 5 assists. The Rebels also got 11 offensive rebounds and 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Even with Ole Miss allowing 61 points, the Rebels couldn’t capitalize on their defensive effort. They held the opposing team to 41% shooting overall, with 22 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ole Miss gave up 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. The Rebels also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 69%.</p>

<p>ESPN2 is covering the week three non-conference matchup between the Auburn Tigers and the New Mexico Lobos, set for 7:30 ET at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn. The Tigers are favored by -28.5 points, with the over/under line at 61.5 points. Auburn is 1-1 on the season, while New Mexico is looking for their first win after starting 0-2. The money line odds are currently -5077 for Auburn and +1538 for New Mexico.</p><h3>NEW MEXICO LOBOS VS AUBURN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico Lobos +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jordan-Hare Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO LOBOS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Auburn Tigers winning this one by a score of 39 to 23</li><li>Even though we like the Auburn Tigers to win, our ATS pick is to take the New Mexico Lobos at +28.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 61.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The New Mexico Lobos Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>New Mexico is looking to get into the win column after starting the season 0-2. In their most recent game, the Lobos faced Arizona on the road and lost 61-39. Despite the defeat, New Mexico covered the spread as +28.5 point underdogs, and the combined score of 100 points surpassed the over/under line of 60.5 points.</p> <p></p><p>The Lobos kept the game close early, with the score tied 14-14 after the first quarter. New Mexico was down by just three points at halftime, 27-24, but Arizona's 21-7 run in the third quarter put the game out of reach, and the Lobos added 13 points in the fourth quarter to Arizona's 13.</p><p>In their 61-39 loss to Arizona, New Mexico's offense put up 470 yards, with 260 yards coming through the air. Devon Dampier completed 57.1% of his passes for 260 yards, throwing three touchdowns and two interceptions. His passer rating for the game was 79.46. Luke Wysong was his top target, catching eight passes for 129 yards.</p> 
<p>On the ground, the Lobos ran for 210 yards, with Dampier contributing 130 yards and two rushing touchdowns on 15 carries.</p><p>New Mexico's defense will be looking to improve after giving up 361 total yards in their last game. The Lobos allowed 188 rushing yards and one touchdown on the ground, while their secondary gave up 173 passing yards and one touchdown. Despite these numbers, New Mexico's defense did come up with one interception.</p><h3>Are The Auburn Tigers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Auburn is looking to bounce back after a 21-14 loss to California in their most recent game. The Tigers, who were -12 point favorites at home, ended up losing straight-up and against the spread. This game's total score of 35 points was well below the over/under line of 52.5 points. Auburn is now 1-1 for the season.</p> <p></p><p>The Tigers found themselves tied 7-7 after the first quarter, but California took a 14-7 lead by halftime. The game remained scoreless in the third quarter, and despite Auburn tying the game 7-7 in the fourth, it wasn't enough to come out on top.</p><p>In their 21-14 loss to California, Auburn's offense put up 286 yards, with 165 yards coming from the passing game. Payton Thorne completed 14 of 27 passes (51.9%) for 165 yards, throwing one touchdown and four interceptions. His passer rating for the game was 43.52. Cam Coleman was the leading receiver for the Tigers, with two catches for 53 yards.</p> <p>Auburn's offense moved the chains 16 times but struggled with turnovers, as Thorne threw four interceptions. The Tigers' ground game produced 121 yards, with Jarquez Hunter leading the way with 68 yards on 12 carries.</p><p>In their most recent game, Auburn's defense allowed 334 total yards, with 233 yards coming through the air. The Tigers' secondary gave up two passing touchdowns and 25 completions on 36 attempts. On the ground, Auburn's defense was more effective, holding California to 101 rushing yards on 33 carries.</p>

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<p>The Tigers and Miners are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Miners will host the game at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and UTEP is favored by -13.5 vs. Jackson State.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS UTEP MINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jackson State Tigers +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 9:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSON STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Miners.</li><li>Even though we have UTEP winning straight-up, we like Jackson State at +13.5.</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>Is a Road Win Possible for Jackson State?</h3><h3>Jackson State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jackson State’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 0-10 after a 100-58 loss to Iowa State on Sunday. The Tigers were +36 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 46-24 at halftime, Jackson State allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Jackson State struggled offensively in their last game, managing just 58 points with a field goal percentage of 37% and an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. They hit 31.8% from three-point range, connecting on 7 of 22 attempts, and were efficient at the free-throw line, making 11 of 13 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Dorian McMillian led the team with 20 points, though he shot just 36.4% overall and from three. Curtis Jones added 19 points, hitting 5 of 10 from deep, while Milan Momcilovic contributed 18 points, shooting 66.7% from three. Dishon Jackson was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4.</p><p>Jackson State's defense struggled, allowing 100 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team shot 59% from inside the arc, hitting 23 of 39 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jackson State gave up 11 threes on 28 attempts, a 39% clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 21 free throws (72%).</p><h3>Will the Miners Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>UTEP Miners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UTEP improved to 5-3 on the season with a 67-62 win over Tarleton State on Monday. The Miners were -15 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 129, just under the O/U line of 130.5.</p> 

<p>UTEP led 32-23 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. Despite the win, the Miners will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>UTEP's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 42.2% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.9%, and they hit 69.7% of their free throws, going 23-for-33 from the line.</p> <p>Otis Frazier III and Bubu Benjamin each scored 18 points, with Benjamin shooting 50% from the field. Keitenn Bristow added 13 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while also grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>UTEP's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field. The Miners gave up 13 two-point field goals on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UTEP's defense allowed 6 threes on 16 attempts, with their opponent shooting 37%. They also sent them to the line 33 times, where they made 23 free throws, shooting 69%. UTEP gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

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