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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Oklahoma City Thunder (-164) will take on the New York Knicks (+138) at Madison Square Garden. The Thunder are favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 225.5.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be televised on NBA TV. Oklahoma City comes into the game with a 30-6 record, which is good for first in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 25-13 and currently sit third in the East.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-108 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thunder Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>The Thunder fell to 30-6 on the season after a 129-122 road loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Oklahoma City entered the game as +3 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 251 points went well over the pre-game line of 230.5.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Thunder were outscored 37-27 in the 2nd. They battled back in the 3rd, winning the quarter 43-41, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 26-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points in their 129-122 loss to the Cavaliers, shooting 48.1% from the field. Jalen Williams contributed 25 points and 9 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein added 18 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 57.1% of his shots.</p> <p>Oklahoma City shot 53.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 11 threes at a 35.5% clip. Williams scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Gilgeous-Alexander added 9 in the same period.</p><p>The Thunder's defense struggled in their 129-122 loss to the Cavaliers, particularly in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, where they gave up 37 and 41 points, respectively. Despite holding Cleveland to 25 points in the 1st and 26 in the 4th, Oklahoma City allowed the Cavaliers to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers knocked down 15 threes on 41% shooting. The Thunder also sent Cleveland to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20. Oklahoma City recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Knicks Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 25-13 on the season with a 112-98 win over the Raptors on Wednesday. Playing at home, New York entered the game as 12-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total score of 210 points fell well short of the 233.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>New York's key moment came with an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 68-62 to 79-62. They maintained control by outscoring Toronto 26-22 in the final quarter.</p><p>OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each scored 27 points in the Knicks' win over the Raptors, with Towns shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Anunoby made 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Josh Hart added 21 points and 11 rebounds, scoring 10 points in the 4th quarter. The Knicks made 12 threes as a team, shooting 36.4% from long range and 47.7% overall.</p><p>Even with the Raptors shooting 49% from the field, the Knicks held them to just 98 points in their win on Wednesday. New York gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter, 27 in the 2nd, 25 in the 3rd, and finished strong by allowing only 22 points in the 4th.</p> <p>The Knicks limited Toronto's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 38% shooting. The Raptors also went to the free-throw line 15 times, making 12. Defensively, New York recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

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<p>The Sharks and Skyhawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Skyhawks will host the game at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have Stonehill as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-67 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>LIU improved to 4-11 on the season with a 53-39 win over Chicago State on Sunday. The Sharks, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 25-22 at halftime, LIU clamped down defensively, allowing just 14 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 92 fell well below the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>In their latest outing, the LIU Sharks put up just 53 points, shooting 38% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, with a rough 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller led the way with 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% overall and 50% from three. Malachi Davis added 12 points, despite shooting 35.3% and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>LIU's defense was on point, holding their opponents to just 39 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team shooting 47% (16/34) inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, LIU's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 made threes on 16 attempts (18%). They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 (70%).</p><h3>Can the Skyhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stonehill improved to 7-8 on the season with a 64-60 win over Saint Francis U on Sunday. The Skyhawks, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Stonehill’s defense was key, as they held the Red Flash to just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 points themselves after trailing 33-20 at halftime.</p><p>Stonehill's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field and 30.6% from beyond the arc, with 11 threes on 36 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 52% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they connected on 5 of 8 attempts, shooting 62.5%.</p> <p>The Skyhawks grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep and Rosenberger struggling at 1 for 5. Hermann Koffi added 17 points, shooting 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Stonehill's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition making only 15 of 36 attempts, a 41% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stonehill's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 12 free throws, an 85% rate. Stonehill gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

LIU Sharks vs Stonehill Skyhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Broncs and Golden Griffins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Griffins are hosting the game at Koessler Athletic Center in Buffalo, NY. Rider is favored by -3.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Canisius. The game's over/under currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>RIDER BRONCS VS CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Koessler Athletic Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Griffins.</li><li>Not only will Canisius pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Broncs Make it Happen in Buffalo?</h3><p>Rider's season continues to be a struggle, as they fell to 4-10 after a narrow 80-79 home loss to Manhattan on Sunday. The Broncs entered the game as 2-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Rider led 44-37 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 35. The total points for the game reached 159, going over the pre-game line of 143.5.</p><p>Rider's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.4%. They connected on 8 of 24 threes (33.3%) and were nearly perfect from the line, hitting 19 of 20 free throws (95%).</p> <p>Jay Alvarez led the way with 23 points, while Masiah Gilyard and Shaquil Bender each added 18, with Bender hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip. Wesley Robinson also contributed 17 points, shooting 66.7% from deep, and Zion Cruz dished out 7 assists.</p><p>Rider's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field, hitting 26 of 62 shots. Inside the arc, Rider allowed 47% shooting, with the other team making 18 of 38 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rider's defense saw the opposition connect on 8 of 24 shots, or 33%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 19 for a 95% success rate. Rider allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Canisius Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Canisius Golden Griffins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Griffins’ season struggles continued with a 99-82 loss to Sacred Heart on Sunday, dropping their record to 0-14. Canisius entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 48-43 at halftime, Canisius was outscored 51-39 in the second half. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Canisius put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 45.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 45.8% of their threes, hitting 11 of 24 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 15 of 18 for 83.3%.</p> <p>Tanner Thomas led the way with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field. Paul McMillan IV added 21 points, while Griffin Barrouk contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 10 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Canisius struggled defensively, giving up 99 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 37 field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Golden Griffins allowed 65% shooting, with 27 two-point baskets. From three, they gave up 10 threes on 28 attempts, a 35% clip.</p>

Rider Broncs vs Canisius Golden Griffins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Nuggets and Rockets game? Catch the action at Toyota Center in Houston, TX, as the Rockets hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on Spac. The Nuggets are the favored team in this Western conference contest against the Rockets. The game's over/under currently sits at 216.5 points.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -3</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-107 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with Nikola Jokic points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 52.4% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Denver Be The Talk of Toyota Center?</h3><p>The Nuggets will face the Rockets bringing in an overall record of 10-5 and a 1-2 record over their previous three games. In their 15 games, the Nuggets have gone 8-3 against Western Conference teams and 2-2 in non-conference action.</p><p>Denver comes in with an overall ATS record of 5-10 so far this season. In their last two home games, Denver has been unable to cover the spread, and they maintain an ATS record of 4-3 at home compared to 1-7 on the road.</p><p>In their latest game, the Nuggets offense put up 119 points against the Magic. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 47.3% and made 15 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 27.5 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Michael Porter Jr. also maintains a PPG average of 17.1 heading into game.</p><p><p>Coming into today's game, the Nuggets' defense is giving up an average of 108.8 points per contest.</p><p>On two point field goal attempts, the Nuggets' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 52.4% and allowing 35.3% from beyond the arc.</p></p><h3>No Pressure for Houston as Home Dogs</h3><p>The Rockets are entering today's matchup with the goal of not dropping to .500, given their current record of 7-6 over 13 games. The team is currently 8th in the Western Conference, and they are also 2nd in the Southwest division.</p><p>Presently, Houston boasts an ATS record of 10-3, which is above .500 against the spread. On the road, the Rockets have an ATS record of 3-2, as opposed to a 7-1 record against the spread when playing at home.</p><p>The Rockets offense is coming off a game in which they scored 111 points vs. the Grizzlies. Overall their field goal percentage was 43.5% while connecting on 14 threes. Alperen Sengün is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 20.2. Meanwhile, Jalen Green also brings a PPG average of 19.2 into the game.</p><p><p>Coming into the game, the Rockets defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 30.8% of their games. Currently, they are 1st in the NBA at 105.8 points per game allowed.</p><p>When it comes to forced turnovers, the Rockets are forcing 12.2 per game, which is 4th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 27th in blocked shots at 3.6 per game.</p></p>

Denver Nuggets vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/23

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<p>The Gaels and Stags are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stags will host the game at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. In this Metro Atlantic Athletic matchup, Iona is favored bt -1.5 vs. Fairfield. The over/under for the game is 145.5 points.</p><h3>IONA GAELS VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iona Shock Everyone at Leo D. Mahoney Arena?</h3><p>Iona improved to 5-10 on the season with a 74-73 road win over Siena on Sunday. The Gaels entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 38-37 at halftime, Iona outscored Siena 37-35 in the second half to secure the win. The total points for the game reached 147, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Iona's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They hit 31.6% of their threes (6/19) and connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (21/42). At the free-throw line, the Gaels shot 70%, making 14 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Brendan Coyle led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc and shooting 71.4% overall. Justice Shoats added 16 points and 4 assists, while Adam Njie Jr. contributed 13 points and 5 rebounds. Clarence Rupert was efficient, going 5 for 6 from the field for 12 points, and Justin Menard knocked down 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Even with Iona giving up 73 points, their defense held the opposing team to 44% shooting from the field. The Gaels allowed 13 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 54% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iona's defense limited the other team to 33% shooting, with 7 made threes on 21 attempts. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 36 times, where they converted 26 free throws, a 72% rate. Iona gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Fairfield Win at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fairfield's season continued to struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 67-54 road loss to Merrimack on Friday. The Stags entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Fairfield trailed 38-24 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Merrimack 30-29. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairfield's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 36.8% and an effective field goal percentage of 38.6%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 1 of 17 attempts (5.9%), while they were solid from the free-throw line, making 11 of 13 (84.6%).</p> <p>Devon Savage was the standout performer, hitting 7 of 8 shots overall, including 7 of 8 from three-point range, finishing with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Adam Clark added 18 points and 5 assists, though he shot just 7 of 19 from the field.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 67 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fairfield's opponents hit 9 of 15 threes, shooting 60%. They also went 6/10 from the free-throw line. Fairfield gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Iona Gaels vs Fairfield Stags NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Chicago Bulls (-637) will host the Washington Wizards (+458) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Bulls are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is set at 241.5.</p>

<p>Chicago (17-20) is currently 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. Meanwhile, Washington (6-29) is 15th in the East and 5th in the Southeast Division. The Wizards have lost four straight games.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-123 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 6-29 on the season after a 109-103 loss to the 76ers on Wednesday. Washington, who entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 222-point line.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run early, stretching their lead from 15-10 to 25-10. The Wizards trailed 88-74 going into the 4th quarter but fought back, outscoring the 76ers 29-21 in the final period.</p><p>Jared Butler led the Wizards with 26 points and 7 assists in their loss to the 76ers, shooting 57.9% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Corey Kispert added 23 points, connecting on 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Kyle Kuzma contributed 16 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Wizards made 13 threes, shooting 43.3% from beyond the arc, though their overall field goal percentage was 44.7%. Butler scored 8 points in the 1st, 2nd, and 4th quarters, while Kispert added 10 points in the final period. Jonas Valančiūnas also chipped in 10 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 109 points to the 76ers, including 32 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points. Overall, Washington held Philadelphia to 45% shooting.</p> <p>The Wizards allowed 15 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the 76ers to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Washington had 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Bulls fell to 17-20 on the season after a 129-113 road loss to the Pacers on Wednesday. Chicago, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, couldn’t cover the spread. The total score of 242 points came in just under the 245.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 15-0 run early on put Chicago in a deep hole, as the Pacers extended their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. The Bulls were down 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, and while they outscored Indiana 37-29 in the final period, it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 31 points and 4 assists in their 129-113 loss to the Pacers, shooting 60% from the field. Coby White added 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting just 30% from deep.</p> <p>The Bulls connected on 12 threes as a team, shooting 34.3% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 51.2%. Jalen Smith was perfect from the field, making 2 threes and scoring 8 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled on Wednesday, giving up 129 points to the Pacers, who shot 52% from the field. Chicago allowed 34 points in the 2nd quarter and 37 in the 3rd, contributing to the loss.</p> <p>Chicago did well defending the three, holding Indiana to 10 made threes on 34% shooting. The Bulls also sent the Pacers to the line 24 times, where they hit 15 free throws. Chicago finished with 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Seahawks and Blue Devils game? Catch the action at William H. Detrick Gymnasium in New Britain, CT, as the Blue Devils hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NEC. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have Central Connecticut State as the -9.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 118.5 points.</p><h3>WAGNER SEAHAWKS VS CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Detrick Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Blue Devils.</li><li>Even though we have Central Connecticut State winning straight-up, we like Wagner at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 118.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Wagner Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Seahawks fell to 4-7 on the season after a 71-59 home loss to Fairleigh Dickinson on Sunday. Wagner, who were -3.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 24-21 at halftime, Wagner allowed 47 points in the second half while scoring 38 of their own. The game’s total points (130) narrowly missed the over/under line of 130.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Wagner's offense struggled, shooting just 31.4% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range, finishing with 59 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.3%, and they managed 14 offensive rebounds and 12 assists.</p> <p>Terrence Brown was a standout, scoring 28 points on 64.7% shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds. Zae Blake added 20 points, hitting 50% from three, while Zaire Williams contributed 18 points despite shooting 27.8% overall and 14.3% from deep.</p><p>Wagner's defense held strong, giving up 71 points while limiting their opponent to just 31% shooting from the field. They managed to contain the two-point attempts, with the other team hitting only 19 of 52 shots for 36%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wagner's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 three-pointers on 18 attempts, a 16% success rate. The opponent did manage to convert 12 of 16 free-throw attempts, shooting 75% from the line. Wagner also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Blue Devils Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State improved to 9-4 on the season with a 62-50 road win over Mercyhurst on Sunday. The Blue Devils entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-28 at halftime, Central Connecticut State clamped down defensively, allowing just 21 points in the second half while scoring 34 of their own. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 129.5 O/U line.</p><p>Central Connecticut State managed just 62 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, with a strong 56.1% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 17 threes for a 17.6% rate.</p> <p>Abdul Momoh led the way with 17 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Aidan Reichert added 15 points, connecting on 1 of 2 from three-point range, while Jordan Jones contributed 12 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's defense was on point, giving up just 50 points while holding their opponent to 34% shooting from the field. The Blue Devils limited damage inside, allowing 13 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 40% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State's defense kept their opponent in check, who shot 6/23 from three, good for 26%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, shooting 60%. The Blue Devils gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Lakers and Red Flash are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Red Flash will host the game at DeGol Arena in Loretto, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Saint Francis U is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at DeGol Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-61 in favor of the Red Flash.</li><li>Not only will Saint Francis U pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Mercyhurst Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Mercyhurst dropped to 4-10 on the season after a 62-50 loss to Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Lakers, who were +8.5 underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 112 fell short of the 129.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Mercyhurst led 29-28 at halftime but managed just 21 points in the second half while allowing 34. The Lakers’ inability to maintain their first-half momentum contributed to their latest loss.</p><p>Mercyhurst's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 26.1% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-23 from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 40%.</p> <p>Abdul Momoh was a bright spot, scoring 17 points on 8-of-11 shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds in 24 minutes. Aidan Reichert added 15 points, hitting 1-of-2 from three, while Jordan Jones chipped in 12 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot just 34% from the field, with 19 made baskets on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Lakers gave up 13 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 40% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercyhurst's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, shooting 60%. The Lakers gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Red Flash Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Red Flash fell to 2-11 on the season after a 64-60 home loss to Stonehill on Sunday. Saint Francis U entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 124 points fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Francis U led 33-20 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing Stonehill to put up 44 points.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.8% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Hermann Koffi also connected on 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc and finishing with 17 points. Louie Semona had a tough shooting night, hitting just 2 of 11 threes, while Todd Brogna contributed 13 rebounds.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 41% with 15 made shots out of 36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Red Flash allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting rate. Their opponent also went 12/14 from the free-throw line, hitting 85% of their foul shots. Saint Francis U gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Capitals and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Metropolitan division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Devils being favored by -1.5 at home against the Capitals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, October 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Devils to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>The Devils should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Washington Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Stars, the Capitals improved to 2-1-0 this season. Washington fell behind early, allowing a goal in the first period, but responded with three goals in the second to secure the win.</p> 
<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark. Washington was the underdog on the puck line, and their victory also covered the puck line.</p><p>Washington’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before netting three goals in the second. Taylor Raddysh scored his first goal of the season, while Dylan Strome added his second, and Tom Wilson picked up his third. The Capitals took 26 shots on goal and recorded 16 giveaways.</p> <p>John Carlson earned his third assist of the season, and Aliaksei Protas added his first. Pierre-Luc Dubois now has two assists, while Connor McMichael also picked up his second assist of the year. Washington did not score on the power play.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will look to carry over their third-period performance from their previous game, where they allowed no goals to Dallas. Charlie Lindgren made 22 saves with a 91.7% save percentage. Washington's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Do the Devils Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 3-1 victory over the Senators, the Devils improved to 5-2-0 on the season. New Jersey covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.</p> 

<p>All three of New Jersey’s goals came from different players, and the Devils kept the Senators scoreless until late in the third period.</p><p>New Jersey took 35 shots on goal but only managed to score three times in their 3-1 win over Ottawa. Paul Cotter netted his sixth goal of the season, while Nate Bastian added his second with a shorthanded effort. Erik Haula opened the scoring for the Devils in the second period.</p> <p>The Devils were held scoreless in the first period before Haula got them on the board 2:39 into the second. Bastian followed with an unassisted, shorthanded goal at the 13:34 mark of the second period. Cotter capped off the scoring with his sixth goal, coming 12:39 into the third period.</p><p>Jacob Markstrom stopped 30 shots, finishing with a 96.8% save percentage, as the Devils allowed just one goal in their win over the Senators. Defensively, New Jersey had 3 takeaways, 22 hits, and 11 blocks. The only goal they gave up came on a power play late in the 3rd period.</p>

Washington Capitals vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 10/19/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Knights and Dolphins game? Catch the action at Ted Grant Court in Syracuse, NY, as the Dolphins hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NEC. This Northeast conference matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points, and Le Moyne is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Fairleigh Dickinson.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS LE MOYNE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ted Grant Court at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Le Moyne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Fairleigh Dickinson?</h3><h3>Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairleigh Dickinson improved to 2-11 on the season with a 71-59 win over Wagner on Sunday. The Knights, who were +3.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>FDU led 24-21 at halftime and exploded for 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game came in just under the O/U line of 130.5.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%. They were dominant inside, hitting 62.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%).</p> <p>Terrence Brown led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 64.7% overall. Zae Blake added 20 points, hitting 2 of 4 from deep, while Zaire Williams contributed 18 points despite shooting just 27.8% from the field and 1 of 7 from three. Bismark Nsiah chipped in 11 points and 12 rebounds, also dishing out 9 assists.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited the other team to just 3 made threes on 18 attempts, a 16% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Fairleigh Dickinson allowed 19 two-point field goals on 52 attempts, a 36% shooting performance. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12, shooting 75%. The Knights also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Dolphins Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dolphins dropped to 3-11 on the season after a 78-62 road loss to LIU on Friday. Le Moyne came into the game as +3 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne trailed 35-32 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 43 to the Sharks.</p><p>In their last game, Le Moyne's offense put up 62 points, shooting 43.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% clip, but connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Dolphins shot 56.7%, with Ocypher Owens leading the way, hitting 7 of 8 shots overall and grabbing 12 rebounds. Malachi Davis added 24 points and 5 assists, shooting 62.5% from the field and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 55% shooting from the field. The Dolphins allowed 30 field goals on 54 attempts, including 23 two-pointers at a 56% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Le Moyne's opponents shot 53%, hitting 7 of their 13 three-point attempts. The Dolphins also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they converted 11 free throws.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Owls game? Catch the action at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 156.5 points, and Kennesaw State is favored by -2 vs. Abilene Christian.</p><h3>ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls -2</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Abilene Christian Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Abilene Christian Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Abilene Christian improved to 2-1 on the season with a 72-60 win over Texas State on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, the Wildcats were favored by 2 points and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling just under the O/U line of 136.</p> 

<p>Abilene Christian led 32-25 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 35. The Wildcats’ ability to maintain their lead and cover the spread was a positive sign for the team moving forward.</p><p>Abilene Christian's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in large part to their 61.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Hunter Jack Madden and Joshua O'Garro each scored 23 points, with Madden hitting 6 of 8 threes and shooting 63.6% overall. O'Garro added 11 rebounds, while Quion Williams contributed 17 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Abilene Christian's defense gave up 60 points, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point shots on 36 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Wildcats gave up 8 threes on 13 attempts, a 61% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they hit 16 free throws, shooting 72%. Abilene Christian allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Owls Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>Kennesaw State improved their record with an 85-67 win over Presbyterian on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, the Owls entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 152, falling just short of the 158 O/U line.</p> 
<p>The Owls dominated early, leading 46-27 at halftime. However, they allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39, which could be a concern for future games.</p><p>Kennesaw State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field and hitting 44% from beyond the arc (11/25). Their effective field goal percentage was 55.2%, and they connected on 75.9% of their free throws (22/29).</p> <p>Simeon Cottle led the way with 27 points, shooting 5/7 overall and 5/6 from three-point range. The Owls grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Kennesaw State gave up 67 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's defense allowed 11 three-pointers on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 44% from three-point range. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws, a 75% success rate. Kennesaw State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Abilene Christian Wildcats vs Kennesaw State Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Leopards versus the Black Knights? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Christl Arena in West Point, NY. Lafayette is favored by -2.5 in this Patriot League conference contest against Army. The game's over/under currently sits at 120.5 points.</p><h3>LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Army Black Knights +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Christl Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Black Knights.</li><li>Not only will Army pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 120.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Leopards Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>After a 69-66 loss to American, Lafayette heads into today's game against Army as 2.5-point favorites. On the season, the Leopards are 8-14, including a 7-2 mark in the Patriot League. So far, they have gone 5-2 when favored.</p>

<p>Over their last three games, the Leopards are 3-0 on the road, and they have gone 4-1 in their previous five. On the season, they are 4-7 away from home, and their average scoring differential is -5.7 points per game.</p><p>As the favorite this year, Lafayette has gone 4-3 against the spread. They are 9-12 overall vs. the spread this season. On the road, the Leopards have an ATS mark of 6-5 this year, and their ATS record over their last three road games is 3-0. In their last 10 games as the favorite, Lafayette has a 5-5 ATS record.</p><p>Over their last three games, the over/under record for Lafayette is 1-2. For the season, their over/under mark is 9-12. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 119 points. On the year, the average over/under line in their games is 134.2 points. So far, 12 of their games have had more points than today's over/under line of 120.5.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Lafayette offense ended with 66 points against American. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.2% and made 9 threes. Devin Hines led the scoring for the Leopards, contributing 17 points. Additionally, Kyle Jenkins chipped in with 15 points.</p><p>So far this season, the Lafayette defense has been performing well, ranking 58th in the country at 66.7 points allowed per contest. Lafayette's three-point defense is currently 144th in the country at 7.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 39.8% of their shots vs. Lafayette.</p><h3>Can the Black Knights Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Army is coming off a 74-55 loss to Colgate and has lost two straight games. The Black Knights are 6-16 overall and 2-7 in Patriot League action.</p>

<p>At home, Army is 3-7 this season and has lost three straight games. Over their last 10 games at home, the Black Knights are 4-6.</p><p>As the underdog, Army has gone 8-6 vs. the spread this season. Their overall ATS record is 10-11. In their last 10 games as the underdog, the Black Knights are 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Army is 8-13 and today's over/under line of 120.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (131.4). So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 126 points.</p><p>The Army offense is coming off a game in which they scored 55 points vs. Colgate. Overall their field goal percentage was 42.6% while connecting on 5 threes. Leading Army in scoring vs. Colgate was Josh Scovens with his 17 points. Abe Johnson also added 9 points for the Black Knights.</p><p>At this time, the Black Knights' defense is positioned 16th in the country, permitting 63.8 points per game. In their previous game vs. Colgate, the Raiders finished with a field goal percentage of 50% and a total of 74 points vs. Army.</p>

Lafayette Leopards vs Army Black Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pacers will host the Warriors in a non-conference matchup. Indiana is currently favored by 7.5 points and has won four straight games. The over/under line is set at 224.</p>

<p>Golden State is 19-18 on the season and sits 9th in the Western Conference. Indiana is 20-18 and 7th in the East. The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-97 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Lock in a Win at Indianapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 19-18 this season with a 107-104 win over the Pistons on Thursday. Golden State, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total score of 211 points fell short of the 221.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Golden State took control with an 11-0 run, turning a 45-35 deficit into a 46-45 lead. They outscored Detroit 32-24 in the 2nd quarter and entered the 4th quarter up 82-74. Despite being outscored 30-25 in the final period, the Warriors held on for the win.</p><p>Buddy Hield led the Warriors with 19 points and 5 threes in their win over the Pistons, shooting 45.5% from deep. Stephen Curry added 17 points despite hitting just 2 threes at 14.3% efficiency. Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed 14 points on 77.8% shooting, and Dennis Schröder and Gui Santos each chipped in 13 points.</p> <p>Golden State connected on 15 threes, shooting 32.6% from beyond the arc, and finished with a field goal percentage of 46.1%. Hield scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, while Curry added 8 in the 4th. Trayce Jackson-Davis also had 8 points in the 1st quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors held the Pistons to 104 points on Thursday, giving up 23 points in the 1st quarter and 24 in the 2nd. Detroit scored 27 in the 3rd and 30 in the 4th, but Golden State still came away with the win.</p> <p>The Pistons shot 45% from the field, including 35% from three-point range, where they made 14 threes. Detroit also went 12/16 from the free-throw line. The Warriors finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, while also recording 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will Indiana Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Pacers improved to 20-18 on the season with a 129-113 win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Playing at home, Indiana entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread with the 16-point win. The combined score of 242 points fell just short of the 245.5-point total.</p> <p>Indiana took control early, going on a 15-0 run to extend their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. They led 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, allowing the Bulls to outscore them 37-29 in the final period.</p><p>Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 26 points in their win over the Bulls, shooting 64.7% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Thomas Bryant added 22 points, and Tyrese Haliburton contributed 16 points and 13 assists, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Indiana shot 52% from the field, with a below-average 34.5% from three, making just 10 threes. Haliburton scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Andrew Nembhard added 9 of his 14 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Pacers were strong in the 1st quarter, holding the Bulls to just 18 points, and they gave up 26 in the 2nd. However, they struggled in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 32 and 37 points, respectively, but still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Indiana allowed Chicago to shoot 51% from the field but limited their three-point damage, with the Bulls hitting 12 threes at a 34% clip. The Pacers sent Chicago to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws. Indiana also recorded 11 steals in the game.</p>

<p>With the over/under line set at 42.5 points, the Chiefs and Steelers will face off on Wednesday, December 25th at 1:00 ET. The Chiefs are the road favorite with a money line of -146, while the Steelers' money line sits at +123. The game is being televised on NFLX, and the Chiefs are -2.5 point road favorites. Both teams need to add their records, and this AFC matchup is taking place at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS PITTSBURGH STEELERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 22 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chiefs Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 14-1 record, the Chiefs have a 100% chance of making the playoffs and winning the AFC West. They are on a 5-game winning streak, including a 27-19 win over the Texans in week 16. Kansas City was favored by 3 points and covered the spread, and the 46 points scored in the game went over the 42.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 6th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +5.2 points per game and are 6-8-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 7-8, with their games averaging 42.3 points per game.</p><p>Patrick Mahomes has been consistent over the last three weeks, with passer ratings of 88, 78, and 93 in week 16. Against the Texans, he threw for 260 yards (28/41) and a touchdown without an interception. Xavier Worthy led the team with 7 catches for 65 yards, while Kareem Hunt added 55 rushing yards on 11 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 8th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (51%) and are 11th in points per game (23.7). Kansas City is 12th in passing yards per game (225.9) and 15th in rushing (112.9 yards per game).</p><p>In their 27-19 win over the Texans, the Chiefs' defense allowed just 84 rushing yards on 17 attempts. They picked off two passes and held Houston to 2-of-5 on fourth down attempts. The Chiefs gave up 227 yards through the air, with Houston completing 59% of their passes, and two passing touchdowns. Additionally, the Chiefs allowed the Texans to convert on 53.8% of their third down attempts.<p></p>Kansas City's defense put pressure on the quarterback throughout the game, finishing with two sacks and winning the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. Despite allowing a couple of passing touchdowns, the Chiefs' defense played well enough to help secure the win.</p><h3>Will The Steelers Win At Home Over The Chiefs?</h3><p>Despite a two-game losing streak, the Steelers remain 1st in the AFC North with a 10-5 record. After a week 14 win over the Browns, Pittsburgh has dropped two straight, including a 34-17 loss to the Ravens in week 16. The Steelers were 7-point underdogs in that game, and the 51 points scored went over the 44-point line.</p> <p>According to our projections, Pittsburgh has a 47.4% chance of winning the division and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 12th in our NFL power rankings. The Steelers have a +3.6 scoring margin and are 10-5 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 43.5 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Steelers sit 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.5 points per game, which ranks 12th in the league. They are 19th in total yards per game, with 324.9, and rank 25th in passing yards, averaging 198.9 per game on 28.7 attempts. On the ground, Pittsburgh is 2nd in rushing attempts and 11th in rushing yards per game, with 126.</p> <p>In week 16, Russell Wilson threw for 217 yards (22/33), with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. Calvin Austin III led the team with 4 catches for 65 yards, while Jaylen Warren had 48 rushing yards on 12 carries. The Steelers scored 7 points in the 3rd quarter against the Ravens but were shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Steelers' defense struggled to stop the run in their 34-17 loss to the Ravens, giving up 220 yards on 38 attempts, which is 5.8 yards per attempt. Despite allowing just 198 passing yards, Pittsburgh gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed big plays in the passing game, with the Ravens averaging 8.6 yards per attempt.<p></p>Pittsburgh's defense managed only one sack and allowed the Ravens to convert on 40% of their third downs. The Steelers also struggled to generate consistent pressure, losing the quarterback hit differential by -6 and the tackles for loss differential by -2.</p>

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