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There are a lot of strategies when it comes to betting on sports. Some people take a high-volume approach because they feel like a lot of small edges add up to a much bigger advantage. Others bet a small number of games but a larger amount of money because they believe that one big edge is a better situation than a lot of small edges. Some people like to “chase the steam” and immediately follow along with the “sharp side”, based on line movement or the opinions of some of the industry’s most respected bettors. Others like to “fade the public”, which means that they will bet against the “consensus” opinion because the public loses over the long-term.

<a href="http://bangthebook.com/sports-betting-what-is-public-money/"><strong>Fading the public</strong></a> is also called contrarian betting. Technically, it doesn’t just have to be fading the public, because the public and the sharp side can sometimes be the same. It’s akin to playing the “Don’t Pass” line on a craps table. If you break down the house edges in craps, it’s actually better to play the “Don’t Pass” line rather than the “Pass” line. But, it’s hard to do that. Craps has a community feel. When everybody wins, everybody wins on the “Pass” line. Everybody is having fun. Who wants to be that guy that plays the small advantage to go against everybody?

It’s different with <strong>contrarian betting</strong> because you don’t have to look anybody in the eye when you are deliberately doing the opposite. The motto for a contrarian bettor would be, “It looks too good to be true”. Do this long enough and you’re bound to hear the phrase “public dog”. What this means is that the public, a group that collectively bets more favorites than underdogs, has found a team it loves that isn’t supposed to win the game. One of the best examples we’ve seen of this recently was the Green Bay Packers against the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship. The Packers were a five-point underdog most of the week, even though they had won eight straight games and Aaron Rodgers looked like a guy ready for a bust in Canton at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. As we know, the Falcons crushed the Packers and Atlanta wound up being the sharp side in that game. They also closed -6.5.

When too many people climb on board a team or an athlete in an individual sport, alarm bells start going off. Think about it. If you’re in a room with a lot of people, isn’t it a weird feeling when everybody agrees? Say you’re doing a group project at work or school and there are no dissenting opinions. Everybody is on the same page. Isn’t there that voice in the back of your mind that knocks on your skull and says, “Aren’t you missing something?”

Contrarian betting basically has the same type of mindset. The team that nobody wants to bet on is the team that the contrarian player is dying to bet on. There is a method to this madness. For starters, perception of these teams or individuals is very low. Because of this, oddsmakers often shade the lines a little bit on the team or player that everybody likes. It may be subtle, just an adjustment of the vig or a half-point here or there, but there’s already value built into the line on that undesirable betting option. For another thing, there’s probably going to be even more value on that side as betting action increases. The more action, the more the bookmakers need to adjust the lines. The more the lines adjust, the more value there is on the side that nobody wants to play.

Understanding bias is such an important part of being a handicapper. If the Milwaukee Brewers have lost seven straight games and were just beaten 11-2 by the Chicago Cubs, who is going to bet on them in the next game? The models for that game may have the Cubs listed as a -275 favorite, but oddsmakers open the game -300. The Brewers are playing the reigning World Series champions, have lost seven straight, and just lost by nine runs. Who wants to play them the next day? Throughout the day, the line climbs up to -340. Mr. Contrarian strolls up, dashing and debonair with his coiffed hair and designer suit, and plops a couple dimes on the counter on the Milwaukee Brewers.

Some people look at him and question his intellect. They’ll wonder whether or not he even cares about that $2,000, considering it’s less than his suit cost. But, Mr. Contrarian walks away knowing that he got 65 cents of value that should not have been there because nobody wanted to bet on the Brewers. The Brewers may win. They may not win. The one thing we cannot debate, however, is that Mr. Contrarian got the best of the number and that has proven to win more often than not over the long-term.

These are decisions that you are forced to make as a handicapper. It’s no fun losing and it’s no fun being an island, but it’s also not fun losing with everybody else. A lot of deep-pocketed professionals will subscribe to contrarian betting theories. It’s all about line value. It’s nearly impossible to get more line value than to bet on a team that nobody wants to bet on.

In this industry, we look for “buy points”. You try to buy low. You try to buy stock in a team that nobody wants to buy. Whether it’s simple variance or regression to the mean, those teams are generally going to improve. It’s harder to envision with a money line sport like baseball, but the Phoenix Suns aren’t going to get beat by 15 or more points every game over the course of a season. String together three or four of those losses and everybody throws that team away. Some bettors believe that is the time to buy.

The nice thing about sports betting is that there are a lot of approaches and a lot of ways to make money. Maybe contrarian betting doesn’t work for you. Maybe you don’t want to have to root for that bad team. Unders are usually the preferred total bets for professional handicappers. Why? Joe Public on his couch with a PBR tall boy and a bag of pork rinds is rooting for points. Oddsmakers and bookmakers know that Joe Public is rooting for points. It’s more fun to watch points. The percentage of <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sports-betting-what-is-sharp-money/"><strong>sharp players</strong></a> that oddsmakers and bookmakers are worried about is a lot smaller than the large percentage of public players that come in on the game no matter what. In a way, betting the under and the underdog are the simplest ways to be contrarian.

That’s not always the case. Sometimes the public will back an under or an underdog, in which case, sharp players generally go contrarian the other way. Sometimes, everybody is on the same page and a contrarian bettor will wait until close to kickoff, tip-off, or first pitch to get involved.

There’s no right or wrong way to handicap games, but there’s a wrong way to handicap the industry and that’s to not be aware of all of these different approaches and strategies. This is just one more for you to consider as you look to improve as a bettor and look to bang the books.

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pistons (-148) will host the Raptors (+123) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Toronto is currently riding a four-game losing streak and is 12th in the East, while Detroit is 14th.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on BSDE. The Pistons are favored by 3.5 points and the over/under line is set at 233.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, March 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-109 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have Immanuel Quickley finishing with Immanuel Quickley points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 43.9% and knocking down 10 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Raptors Ready for a Win at Detroit?</h3><p>As the underdog, the Raptors have gone 11-32 this season and are 22-21 against the spread as the underdog. On average, they have been outscored by 7.1 points per game as the underdog.</p>

<p>Toronto's O/U record for the season is 35-29-1, and the over has hit in their last two games. This year, their games have averaged 232.5 points per game.</p>

<p>Toronto's last game was a 125-119 loss to the Nuggets. They were 17-point underdogs in that game and covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 231 points.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Raptors are currently in 12th place with a record of 23-42. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 16-23 and 1-11 against division opponents.</p>

<p>On the road, the Raptors are 10-23 this season, and they are 18-15 ATS on the road. Their average scoring differential on the road is -5.1 points per game.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Raptors are 16th in the NBA at 114.2 points per game. However, they have been better on the road, averaging 117.2 points compared to 111.2 at home.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, Toronto is 13th in the league at 99.4 possessions per game. They are also 15th in field goal percentage at 47%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Raptors are 23rd in made threes and 22nd in three-point percentage at 35%. Overall, they are 20th in true shooting percentage.</p><p>Currently, the Raptors' defense holds the 24th rank in the NBA, allowing 118.3 points per game. Inside the arc, the Raptors defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 56.0% and 37.4% from three-point territory.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Pistons?</h3><p>In their last game, the Pistons picked up a 114-97 win over the Hornets. Detroit covered the spread as 4.5-point favorites, and the game went under the O/U line of 217.5.</p>

<p>This season, Detroit is 32-31 against the spread, including a 15-16 ATS record at home. As the favorite, the Pistons are 2-4 ATS compared to 30-27 as the underdog.</p>

<p>On average, Detroit's games have finished with a combined scoring total of 233.1 points, which is right in line with today's O/U line of 233. So far this season, the Pistons have gone 34-29-1 on the over/under.</p>

<p>Looking at the Eastern Conference standings, the Pistons are currently in 14th place with an overall record of 11-53. In the Central Division, they are in 5th place with a record of 2-12.</p>

<p>Detroit's ATS record at home is 15-16, and they are 6-26 straight-up at home. As the favorite, the Pistons are 2-4 and 9-49 as the underdog.</p>

<p>This season, the Pistons have been a top-10 team in terms of pace, averaging 100.1 possessions per game (8th). However, their scoring has been below the NBA average in 67.2% of their games. Overall, Detroit ranks 21st in scoring at 112.4 points per game.</p>

<p>At home, the Pistons have averaged 112.0 points per game (23rd). Coming into this game, they have outscored their scoring average in each of their last three games. For the season, Detroit is shooting 47% from the field (17th).</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pistons are 29th in the league in made threes (11.3 per game). They have attempted the 27th most threes at 31.7 per game. In terms of free throws, Detroit is 15th in attempts (22.1) and 16th in made free throws (17.3).</p><p>Facing Toronto, the Pistons aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 120.8 points allowed per game (27th). When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pistons squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.5% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 37.8% from downtown.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 3/13/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Vandals and Grizzlies face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Grizzlies are hosting the game at Dahlberg Arena in Missoula, MT. The over/under for this game is set at 141 points, and Montana is favored by -14 vs. Idaho in a Big Sky conference matchup.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS MONTANA GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +14</p><p>This game will be played at Dahlberg Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Even though we have Montana winning straight-up, we like Idaho at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Idaho Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Idaho comes into this game on a seven-game losing streak, and they are 7-13 overall on the season. In Big Sky play, the Vandals have gone just 1-6, and they are 2-6 on the road.</p>

<p>So far this year, Idaho has been the underdog in 14 of their 20 games, and they have gone 2-12 in those games. Their average scoring margin on the road is -14.9, and they have lost their last four games away from home.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Idaho has gone just 3-11 vs. the spread, including an 0-3 mark in their last three games as the underdog. On the road, the Vandals are just 2-8 against the spread this year and just 1-4 in their last five road games vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 141 is identical to the average point total in Idaho's games this season. Their over/under record sits at 9-8-1, and over their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points.</p><p>The Vandals' offense finished with 68 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 69 points per contest. Quinn Denker is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 12.1. Meanwhile, Julius Mims also brings a PPG average of 11.5 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Vandals' defense holds the 164th rank in the nation, allowing 71.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Idaho's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 35.9% this season.</p><h3>Can Montana Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Montana enters the game with a record of 14-7, including a 5-3 mark in Big Sky play. The Grizzlies have been much better at home this season, going 5-2 compared to 6-5 on the road.</p>

<p>For the season, Montana has been favored in 12 of its 21 games, going 9-3 in those matchups. The Grizzlies' average scoring margin at home is +13.1 points per game compared to -5.6 on the road.</p><p>Montana has an ATS record of 12-6 this season, including a mark of 5-2 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Grizzlies have gone 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 141 for Montana's game against Idaho is right in line with the average over/under line in their games this season (142). So far, their over/under record is 8-10. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 131 points, which is well below today's line of 141. Over their last 10 games, the average scoring total is 150 points, and their OU record during that stretch is 5-5.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 77 points per game, Montana struggled in their previous game. Against Sacramento State, the Grizzlies scored 70 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 52.1%. The top scorer for the Grizzlies was Brandon Whitney with 17 points, while Josh Vazquez also chipped in with 15 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Montana defense is giving up an average of 71.1 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Montana's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 29.5% this season.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Montana Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/24

Facing each other for the third and final time this year, the Winnipeg Jets and the Edmonton Oilers collide at Rogers Place. The action will get started at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 11, and fans at home will be able to catch this Western Conference matchup live on RSN.
<h2>Winnipeg Jets vs. Edmonton Oilers Odds</h2>
The Oilers are 37-33 straight up (SU) and have netted 6.0 units for moneyline bettors this season. That winning percentage, the second-best in the Pacific Division so far this season, is a refreshing turnaround from what the team did during the 2018-19 season (35-47). Among the team's 70 games this season, 33 have gone over the total, while another 33 have gone under and just four have pushed. The team is 17-16 SU at home this year.

Edmonton enters the matchup with the best power-play unit in the NHL, as it's found the net on 29.6 percent of their extra-man advantages this season. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked third overall, and it's successfully killed off 84.4 percent of all penalties.

As a team, Edmonton has been penalized just 3.4 times per game overall this season, 3.0 per game over its past five games total, and 3.0 per game over its last five home outings. The team has been forced to defend opponent power plays for just 5.6 minutes per game over its last 10 matchups, in total.

With a .917 save percentage and 28.4 saves per game, Mikko Koskinen (19-19-3) has been the top option in goal for the Oilers this season. If head coach Dave Tippett decides to give him the evening off, however, the Oilers might turn to Mike Smith (19-19-19 record, .903 save percentage, 2.94 goals against average).

The Oilers will continue to lean on the offensive production from Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid. Draisaitl (110 points) has put up 43 goals and 67 assists and has recorded multiple points on 33 different occasions this year. McDavid has 33 goals and 63 assists to his name and has recorded at least one point in 46 contests.

On the visitors' side of the ice, Winnipeg is 36-34 straight up (SU) and has netted 4.6 units for moneyline bettors this year. Through 70 regular season matches, 38 of its games have gone under the total, while 30 have gone over and just two have pushed. Winnipeg's 16-17 SU as the away team this season.

Winnipeg has converted on 20.4 percent of its power play chances this season, a mark that's right around league average. On the other hand, its penalty kill unit is ranked 22nd overall and it's successfully defended 77.5 percent of all opponent power plays.

Winnipeg's skaters have been penalized only 3.1 times per game this season, and 2.2 per game over their last five match ups. The team's been forced to stave off opponent power plays just 8.3 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Connor Hellebuyck (28.4 saves per game) has been the primary option in the net for Winnipeg. Hellebuyck owns a 31-26-5 record, and has registered a .922 save percentage and 2.58 goals against average this year.

Mark Scheifele (29 goals, 43 assists) and Kyle Connor (36 goals, 35 assists) are the top point-getters for Winnipeg and will lead the attack for the visiting Jets.
<h3>Winnipeg Jets at Edmonton Oilers Free Picks</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">NHL Tip:</a> SU Winner – Jets, O/U – Under
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Four of Winnipeg's last five games have gone under the total.

Extra-man opportunities could have a key role in this matchup. The Jets are 17-20 in games where they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponent and 25-30 when they're in the box for fewer than 10 total penalty minutes. The Oilers are 15-9 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than the opposition and 28-24 when they're in the box for less than 10 minutes.

Winnipeg is 3-2 in games decided by a shootout this season while Edmonton is 2-2 in shootouts.

Edmonton is ranked 6th overall with 8.3 takeaways per game. That figure has trended down lately, however, as the team has forced 7.1 takeaways over its last 10 games and 7.6 takeaways over its last five.

Winnipeg has allowed 2.9 goals per game overall this season, but is giving up only 1.0 per contest over their three-game winning streak.

Winnipeg has averaged 6.8 takeaways per game (ranked 23rd in the league).

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Winnipeg Jets vs. Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick 3/11/20

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Fightin' Blue Hens versus the Dukes? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, PA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Duquesne is favored by -4.5 vs. Delaware.</p><h3>DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS VS DUQUESNE DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duquesne Dukes -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 6:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUQUESNE DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will Duquesne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</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>Is a Win at Pittsburgh Possible for the Fightin' Blue Hens?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware improved to 5-3 on the season with a 93-80 home win over Delaware State on Tuesday. The Blue Hens were -13 favorites going into the game, and the final margin resulted in a push against the spread.</p> 

<p>Delaware led 42-27 at halftime but allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 51 of their own. The total points for the game reached 173, surpassing the O/U line of 150.</p><p>Delaware's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 93 points with a 57.7% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.1%, thanks in large part to their 17 made threes on 54.8% shooting from deep.</p> <p>They dished out 24 assists, but only grabbed 2 offensive rebounds. Cavan Reilly was a standout, hitting 5 of 7 threes and scoring 20 points, while Robert Smith led the team with 22 points.</p><p>Delaware struggled defensively, giving up 80 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made baskets on 52 attempts.</p> <p>The Fightin' Blue Hens gave up 17 threes, with the opposing team shooting 54% from beyond the arc. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they hit 16 free throws.</p><h3>Will Duquesne Win at Home?</h3><h3>Duquesne Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Duquesne's season struggles continued with a 62-59 home loss to Saint Peter's on Tuesday, dropping their record to 1-7. The Dukes were -5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading 28-26 at halftime, Duquesne allowed 36 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31, leading to another close defeat.</p><p>Duquesne struggled offensively in their last game, managing just 59 points on 36.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, with 36.4% shooting on two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Dukes hit 14 free throws at a 63.6% rate and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Jahsean Corbett led the team with 15 points and 6 rebounds, while Halil Barre contributed 13 points and 8 boards in 19 minutes of action.</p><p>Duquesne's defense put up a strong performance, holding their opponent to just 62 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the opposition hitting only 12 of 33 attempts, also at 36%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Duquesne allowed 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% clip. They sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 63%. Duquesne also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Golden Eagles and Red Wolves game? Catch the action at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro, AR, as the Red Wolves hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151 points, and Arkansas State is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Southern Miss.</p><h3>SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES VS ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at First National Bank Arena at 8:30 ET on Wednesday, January 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-72 in favor of the Red Wolves.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas State winning straight-up, we like Southern Miss at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Eagles Defense Show Up in Jonesboro?</h3><p>Through 21 games this season, Southern Miss has a record of 12-9. In Sun Belt Conference play, the Golden Eagles are 6-3 compared to their non-conference mark of 6-6. On the road, they have gone 5-5, and their average scoring margin is -5.9 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, Southern Miss lost to Marshall by a score of 83-67. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have a record of 5-5. So far this season, they have been the underdog in 11 games, going 5-6.</p><p>Against the spread, Southern Miss has gone 8-11 this season. On the road, their ATS record is 4-6, and they have gone 5-6 vs. the spread as the underdog this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Golden Eagles have an ATS mark of 5-5.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Southern Miss games is 9-10 and today's line of 151 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (143.6). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points and their OU record during that stretch is 1-2. On the year, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Southern Miss offense ended with 67 points against Marshall. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.1% and made 10 threes. On the offensive front, the Golden Eagles have a season-long field goal percentage of 42%, ranking 331st nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 202nd in terms of percentage and 253rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>On defense, Southern Miss is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 70.8 points per game. So far, the Southern Miss defense is giving up an average of 9.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.8 times per game (572nd).</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Arkansas State as Home Favorites</h3><p>Arkansas State is 5-2 at home this season, and they have gone 7-4 when favored. Over their last 10 games at home, the Red Wolves are 7-3. They are coming off an 81-75 loss to Louisiana-Lafayette.</p>

<p>For the year, Arkansas State is 8-13, including a 5-4 mark in Sun Belt play. They have gone 4-10 on the road, compared to 5-2 at home.</p><p>Arkansas State has an ATS record of 11-9-1 this season. At home, they are 4-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Red Wolves are 4-6 ATS.</p><p>Arkansas State's over/under record for the season sits at 10-11 and today's line of 151 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (153.6). So far, 13 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 157 points and over their last five games, the average is 153 points. Their over/under record over their last three games is 2-1 and over their last 10 games, it is 7-3.</p><p>The Red Wolves' offense finished with 75 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 78.3 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Dyondre Dominguez, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 13.1, while Taryn Todd also maintains a PPG average of 12 leading up to the game.</p><p>So far, the Red Wolves' defense is ranked 292nd in the country at 78.9 points per contest. In today's game, the Arkansas State defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 81 points.</p>

Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs Arkansas State Red Wolves Betting Pick & Prediction 1/31/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Roos and Fighting Hawks face off at 2:00 ET on Summ. The Fighting Hawks are hosting the game at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND. The over/under for this game is set at 144 points, and North Dakota is favored by -6 vs. Kansas City in a Summit conference matchup.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota Fighting Hawks -6</p><p>This game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-65 in favor of the Fighting Hawks.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Kansas City Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Despite being 10-15 overall, Kansas City has been much better at home this season. The Roos are 5-5 at home compared to just 2-9 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +5.0, while on the road, it is -12.1.</p>

<p>As an underdog, Kansas City has gone 3-12 this season. The Roos are 4-2 when favored. They are coming off a 71-56 loss to St. Thomas (MN) and have gone 1-4 in their last five games on the road.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Kansas City has gone 6-9 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS record is 9-12. On the road, the Roos are 4-7 vs. the spread this year and have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Kansas City games is 11-9-1. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 140.2 and today's line of 144 is higher than that. Their average scoring total this season is 144 points per game and in their last three games, the average scoring total is 147.</p><p>In their latest game, Kansas City offense put up 56 points against St. Thomas (MN). They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 42.2% and made 10 threes. The team's scoring leader is Jamar Brown, who holds an average of 14.6 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Cameron Faas is averaging 10.5 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Roos' defense is nationally ranked 152nd, allowing 71.3 points per game. Kansas City's three-point defense is currently 40th in the country at 5.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.5% of their shots vs. Kansas City.</p><h3>Can the Fighting Hawks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>North Dakota has been on a roll lately, winning seven games in a row. They are 15-10 overall and 7-3 in Summit League play. At home, the Fighting Hawks are 7-3, and they have won their last four games at home.</p>

<p>For the season, North Dakota has been favored in nine of their games, going 7-2 in those contests. They have an average scoring margin of +2.2 points per game at home this season.</p><p>North Dakota's ATS record this season is 11-11, including a 4-6 mark at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Fighting Hawks have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>North Dakota's over/under record this season sits at 10-10-2 and today's line of 144 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (146.8). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 156 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 2-1.</p><p>North Dakota's offense had a good outing, putting up 99 points against Omaha. They achieved a 55.9% field goal percentage and went 20/28 from the free-throw line. B.J. Omot is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 17.5 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Treysen Eaglestaff brings a PPG average of 14 into the game.</p><p>On defense, North Dakota is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 72.3 points per game. In today's game vs. Kansas City, the North Dakota defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, North Dakota made 20 free-throws vs. the Fighting Hawks.</p>

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