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<p>Planning on watching today's Scarlet Knights and Hoosiers game? Catch the action at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN, as the Hoosiers hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Indiana as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Hoosiers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA HOOSIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Not only will Indiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Scarlet Knights Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rutgers improved to 8-5 on the season with a dominant 91-64 win over Columbia on Monday, December 30th. The Scarlet Knights were -12 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 44-35 at halftime, Rutgers clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 29 points while scoring 47 of their own. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Rutgers put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.3%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-34 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Scarlet Knights dished out 26 assists, with Dylan Harper contributing 12 assists and 11 rebounds, along with 16 points on 4-of-7 three-point shooting. Ace Bailey led the team with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.1% from the field.</p><p>Even though Rutgers gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponents to shoot 47% from the field. The Scarlet Knights struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 59% of their attempts (25/42).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held their opponents to 32% shooting, with 11 threes made on 34 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 8 shots for 66%.</p><h3>Can the Hoosiers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Indiana improved to 10-3 on the season with a 77-68 win over Winthrop on Sunday. The Hoosiers were -16 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 145, which was under the O/U line of 163.5.</p> <p>Indiana led 41-37 at halftime and outscored Winthrop 36-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Indiana's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 1 of 20 attempts for a 5% three-point shooting percentage. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, connecting on 63% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Hoosiers also made 18 of 26 free throws, shooting 69.2% from the line, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Myles Rice led the team with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14 points. Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Indiana's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 30 of 66 attempts. Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where they allowed 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Indiana's defense was more effective, holding the opposition to just 1 of 20 shooting, a 5% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 18, shooting 69%. Indiana gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 7:05 PM from Yankee Stadium in New York, we have an American League matchup between the Astros and Yankees. Heading into Wednesday's game, the Astros are 12-23, while the Yankees come in with a record of 24-13. Carlos Rodon will start for the Yankees, and he is facing off against Spencer Arrighetti for the Astros.</p>

<p>New York is the favorite at -142, and the over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs. The Astros are looking to snap a losing streak of 4 games, while the Yankees have won 4 in a row. This game can be seen on TV on ESPN.</p><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Yankees Moneyline -142</p><p>This game will be played at Yankee Stadium at 7:05 ET on Wednesday, May 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ASTROS VS YANKEES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Yankees winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Astros to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York cruised to a 10-3 win over the Astros in the most recent game of this series. The Yankees had a huge 1st inning, scoring three of their ten runs. As for the Astros, they scored their only three runs in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Yankees were favored at -127 on the money line.</p>

<p>Luis Gil pitched well for the Yankees in this one, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued four walks. On the other side, Justin Verlander got the start for the Astros, going five innings and giving up seven earned runs.</p>

<p>Alex Verdugo, Anthony Volpe, and Giancarlo Stanton each homered for the Yankees. Verdugo, Juan Soto, and Jon Berti each scored two runs and drove in two runs for New York's offense.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Houston is on the road today, and they are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, as they are 12-23 overall this season. The Astros are 5th in the AL West, trailing the Rangers by eight games. So far, they are 5-5 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>This season, the Astros have really struggled as the favorite, going just 10-19. As the underdog, they are 2-4 overall and 2-1 as the road underdog. So far, they are 5-11 on the road compared to 7-12 at home. Houston's overall series record is 4-6-1 this year.</p><p>The Astros have been a tough team to bet on this season, as they have a run line record of 12-23. They have been particularly bad on the run line as the favorite, going 9-20. Their average run margin for the season is -0.8, but it is -2.0 on the road, where they are just 5-11 on the run line. They have been much better at home, where their average run margin is 0.3 and they are 7-12 on the run line.</p><p>So far this season, the Houston Astros have played 33 games with an average combined run total of 9.6 runs per game. Their over/under record is 12-21, and their games have averaged an over/under line of 9 runs. When the line has been set at 8.5 runs, their over/under record is 4-4. Their games have had an over/under line set at 8.5 runs in 23 of their 35 games, which is 65.7% of the time. Their over streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Spencer Arrighetti is getting the start for the Astros against the Yankees. He has had a rough go of it to start the season, as he has taken the loss in each of his first two starts. He was roughed up by the Cubs in his first start, giving up 4 earned runs in 3 2/3 innings, and then gave up 2 earned runs in 5 2/3 innings in his last start against the Guardians.</p><p>Jose Altuve has been swinging a hot bat of late for the Astros, going 12/40 in his last 10 games, with one home run and four RBIs. Kyle Tucker has also been a run producer for the Astros, as his 24 RBIs are good for 10th in the league, and he is also 2nd on the team with 10 homers. Tucker has also gone deep five times in his last 10 games while batting .273.</p>

<p>Overall, the Astros are averaging 4.4 runs per game and come in with a team batting average of .255, which is 5th in the majors. They are also the best team in the league at avoiding strikeouts and have the 8th best slugging percentage in the league. For the season, they are 6th in home runs.</p><h3>Yankees Records & Stats</h3><p>The Yankees are currently 24-13 overall, and they are 2nd in the AL East, tied with the Orioles for the division lead. New York is on a four-game winning streak, and they have gone 7-3 over their last 10 games. The Yankees opened their series with the Astros with a win.</p>

<p>At home, the Yankees are 12-5 this year, and they have gone 12-8 on the road. So far, they are 17-9 as the favorite and 7-4 as the underdog. The Yankees have an overall series record of 8-2-1 this year.</p><p>The Yankees are 18-19 on the run line this season, including a 7-10 mark at home. They have covered the run line in three straight games, all as the favorite. As the underdog, they are 8-3 on the run line. The Yankees' average run differential this season is +1.3 runs per game.</p><p>So far this season, the Yankees have played 35 games, and 27% of them have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs. In those games, the over has hit 10 times and the under has hit 7 times. Their over/under record for the season is 15-20, and their games have averaged 8.2 runs per game. Their over streak is at 3 games.</p><p>Carlos Rodón will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Orioles, as he gave up six earned runs in just four innings of work. In that May 2nd outing, he gave up three home runs. Before that start, he had pitched well, going 7 innings vs. the Athletics and not giving up a run. Rodón's ERA for the season is 3.68, along with a record of 2-2. So far, he has made three quality starts and is averaging 8.84 strikeouts per nine innings. Rodón's ERA at home is 1.5 compared to 5.44 on the road.</p><p>So far this season, the Yankees are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per game. As a team, they are 3rd in home runs and have the league's top on-base percentage. The Yankees have three players with at least seven homers, including Juan Soto, who is batting .329 and has gone deep eight times.</p>

<p>Over his last nine games, Aaron Judge is hitting .333 with two homers and six RBIs. Judge is batting just .222 for the season, but his 21 RBIs are 2nd on the team. Giancarlo Stanton is also hitting just .227 for the season, but like Judge, he has seven homers. Anthony Rizzo and Stanton both have four-game hitting streaks coming into the game.</p>

Houston Astros vs New York Yankees Betting Pick & Prediction 5/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Highlanders and Beach face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Beach are hosting the game at Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, CA. UC Riverside is favored by -4.5 in this Big West conference matchup the against Long Beach State. The over/under for the game is set at 138.5 points.</p><h3>UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS VS LONG BEACH STATE BEACH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Long Beach State Beach +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Walter Pyramid at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LONG BEACH STATE BEACH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Beach.</li><li>Not only will Long Beach State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</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>Are the Highlanders Ready for a Win at Long Beach?</h3><h3>UC Riverside Highlanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Riverside improved to 7-5 on the season with an 81-79 win over St. Thomas (MN) on Sunday. The Highlanders, who were -1.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Riverside led 36-26 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the second half while scoring 37. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>UC Riverside put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 41.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.4%. They hit 34.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 23 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 21 of 25 for 84%.</p> <p>Nolan Minessale led the way with 27 points, shooting 56.2% overall, while Barrington Hargress added 24 points, hitting 4 of 10 from deep. Drake Dobbs contributed 19 points, knocking down 60% of his threes, and Kaleb Smith chipped in 18 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UC Riverside allowing 79 points, they held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, as the opposing team went 26/62. UC Riverside gave up 46% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 18 of 39.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Riverside's defense allowed 8 threes on 23 attempts, a 34% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 21 for 84%. UC Riverside allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Beach Win at Home?</h3><h3>Long Beach State Beach Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Long Beach State improved to 4-8 on the season with a 79-76 road win over Pepperdine on Thursday. The Beach entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Long Beach State led 45-36 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 34. The game’s total points reached 155, surpassing the over/under line of 138.5.</p><p>Long Beach State put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 23 three-point tries.</p> <p>TJ Wainwright was on fire from deep, hitting 6 of 8 threes at a 75% clip, finishing with 26 points. Stefan Todorovic added 32 points, knocking down 4 of 9 from three, while Moe Odum dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Long Beach State gave up 76 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 59 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 16 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Long Beach State's defense allowed 8 made threes on 21 attempts, a 38% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 71% rate. Long Beach State gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Pacers (+101) will take on the Heat (-121) in Miami. The Pacers are 16-18 and currently sit 8th in the Eastern Conference. The Heat are 17-14 and have won two straight games. The over/under line for this matchup is 224.5 points.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The Heat (-1.5) are favored over the Pacers (+1.5). Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET and the game can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-125 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Pacers Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Pacers fell to 16-18 on the season after a 120-112 home loss to the Bucks on Tuesday. Indiana, who entered the game as +2 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 232 points narrowly went over the pre-game line of 230.</p> <p>Indiana took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Milwaukee 36-23, but the Bucks responded with a 12-0 run, extending their lead from 83-66 to 95-66. The Pacers entered the 4th quarter with a 91-88 lead but were outscored 32-21 in the final period.</p><p>Bennedict Mathurin led the Pacers with 25 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 3 threes at 60% in their 120-112 loss to the Bucks. Pascal Siakam added 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 threes, while Myles Turner contributed 16 points and 10 boards, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pacers shot 44.4% from the field and 35.1% from three, making 13 threes. Mathurin scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Jarace Walker added 8 of his 11 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Pacers had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Bucks to just 23 points, but they gave up 35 points in the 3rd and 32 in the 4th, leading to a 120-112 loss. Indiana allowed Milwaukee to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers limited the Bucks to 12 made threes on 36% shooting. Milwaukee also went 18/24 from the free-throw line. Indiana finished with 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Heat Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Miami improved to 17-14 on the season with a 119-108 win over the Pelicans on Wednesday. The Heat, who were -9 point favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 227 points went over the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>Miami jumped out to a 36-24 lead after the 1st quarter, but the Pelicans responded with an 11-0 run, extending their lead from 50-41 to 61-41. The Heat regained control by outscoring New Orleans 34-25 in the 3rd quarter and held a 90-76 lead going into the 4th, where they held off the Pelicans’ late push.</p><p>In their win over the Pelicans, the Heat shot 53% from the field and hit 14 threes at a 41.2% clip. Tyler Herro led the way with 32 points, connecting on 5 threes, while Bam Adebayo added 23 points and 10 assists, shooting 64.3%.</p> <p>Herro scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter and another 9 in the 4th. Adebayo also had 12 points in the final period, and Duncan Robinson contributed 9 of his 17 points in the 3rd.</p><p>Even with a tough 4th quarter, the Heat's defense held the Pelicans to 108 points on Wednesday. They gave up 24 points in the 1st, 27 in the 2nd, and 25 in the 3rd before allowing 32 in the final period.</p> <p>Miami's defense was strong from beyond the arc, limiting New Orleans to just 9 threes on 26% shooting. The Heat also controlled the boards, allowing only 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wolves and Monarchs game? Catch the action at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, VA, as the Monarchs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Arkansas State is favored by -11.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Old Dominion. The over/under for the game is set at 154.5 points.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS OLD DOMINION MONARCHS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chartway Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Monarchs.</li><li>Not only will Old Dominion pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Red Wolves Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Arkansas State Red Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas State improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 97-67 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. The Red Wolves, who were favored by 15 points, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 164 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 53-22 at halftime, Arkansas State’s defense slipped in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 44. Despite the defensive letdown, they maintained control and secured the win.</p><p>Arkansas State's offense exploded for 97 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and an impressive 53.3% from three-point range, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a remarkable 68.3%, and they also connected on 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Josh Hill led the way with 26 points in just 16 minutes, shooting 50% from three on 6 of 12 attempts. Jordan Battle added 20 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Joseph Pinion contributed 19 points, knocking down 4 of 7 threes. The Red Wolves dished out 20 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Arkansas State's defensive efforts, they gave up 67 points, with their opponent shooting 55% from the field. The Red Wolves allowed 33 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arkansas State's opponent shot 53%, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 for 78%.</p><h3>Do the Monarchs Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Old Dominion improved to 3-8 on the season with an 80-75 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Monarchs not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>ODU led 32-29 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 39. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% of their threes (8/24) and were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts (83.3%). Offensive rebounding was a key factor, as they grabbed 19 boards on that end.</p> <p>Robert Davis Jr. led the way with 32 points, hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip (7/14) and shooting 47.1% overall. Jacob Wilson added 23 points, connecting on 5 of 8 from deep (62.5%), while also contributing 6 rebounds. R.J. Blakney was a force on the boards, pulling down 13 rebounds to go along with 11 points.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense held their opponent to 75 points on 36% shooting from the field, as they went 24/65 overall. The Monarchs limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting just 35% of their shots inside the arc, going 17/48.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent shot 41%, making 7 of their 17 attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 20 of 26 attempts, shooting 76%. Old Dominion also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Old Dominion Monarchs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Runnin' Bulldogs and Buccaneers. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buccaneers at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Charleston Southern is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Bulldogs Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb improved to 5-8 on the season with an 84-79 road win over East Carolina on Saturday. The Runnin' Bulldogs entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Gardner-Webb scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-18 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%.</p> <p>Darryl Simmons II led the way with 29 points, hitting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc and shooting 75% overall. Isaiah Richards also had an efficient night, shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 13 rebounds.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 39% from the field on 25 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent hit 46% of their shots, going 18 for 39.</p> <p>From three-point range, Gardner-Webb held the opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 36 times, making 22 for 61%. Gardner-Webb allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Buccaneers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston Southern dropped to 2-11 on the season after an 81-65 loss to Georgia on Sunday, December 22nd. The Buccaneers were +28.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep the final score closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-26 at halftime, Charleston Southern put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Charleston Southern's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they connected on 68.8% of their free throws, going 11-for-16 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly played all 40 minutes, scoring 29 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while De'Shayne Montgomery added 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting in just 22 minutes. Dakota Leffew contributed 19 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and Asa Newell finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Buccaneers couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 51% on 23/45 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston Southern allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 8. The Buccaneers gave up 13 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Wolves? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Coliseum in Carrollton, GA. Florida Gulf Coast come into this Atlantic Sun conference matchup as the -8.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES VS WEST GEORGIA WOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gulf Coast Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-62 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Florida Gulf Coast pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Eagles Stand a Chance in Carrollton?</h3><p>Florida Gulf Coast improved to 4-8 on the season with a 75-57 win over Richmond on Saturday. The Eagles were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>FGCU led 38-30 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring Richmond 37-27. The combined points for the game were 132, falling short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field and 45% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 20 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, with 12 offensive rebounds and 14 assists.</p> <p>Dusan Neskovic led the Eagles with 20 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting 36.4% overall and 37.5% from three. Dallion Johnson added 16 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes, while Jevin Muniz contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 57 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they allowed just 7 made threes on 32 attempts, a 21% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, FGCU's defense limited their opponent to 9 made two-pointers on 21 attempts, a 42% shooting percentage. They also controlled the boards, giving up only 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can West Georgia Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>West Georgia Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>West Georgia fell to 1-11 on the season after a 75-70 road loss to Charlotte on Tuesday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Wolves kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>West Georgia trailed 34-31 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 41. The game’s total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 139.5.</p><p>West Georgia put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 55.3% of their two-point attempts and 36.4% from beyond the arc, going 4-for-11 from three-point range.</p> <p>Rickey Ballard was a standout, hitting 77.8% of his shots and 80% from three, finishing with 18 points and 8 rebounds. Robert Braswell IV and Nik Graves each added 20 points, with Braswell shooting 62.5% overall and 66.7% from deep.</p><p>West Georgia's defense gave up 75 points, despite holding their opponent to 37% shooting from the field. The Wolves limited them to 36% on two-point attempts, with 12 makes on 33 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 38%, hitting 8 of 21 threes. West Georgia also sent them to the line 31 times, where they converted 27 free throws, an 87% rate. The Wolves allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs West Georgia Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Warhawks and Eagles face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at W. S. Hanner Fieldhouse in Statesboro, GA. This Sun Belt conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Georgia Southern is favored to win by -9.5 at home vs. Louisiana-Monroe.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS VS GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at W. S. Hanner Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia Southern winning straight-up, we like Louisiana-Monroe at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Statesboro Possible for the Warhawks?</h3><h3>Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Warhawks fell to 2-10 on the season after a 80-75 loss to Old Dominion on Saturday. Playing at home, Louisiana-Monroe entered the game as -3 point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-29 at halftime, the Warhawks outscored Old Dominion 39-36 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>In their last game, Louisiana-Monroe shot just 36.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.1%. They hit 41.2% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-17, while struggling inside, shooting 35.4% on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 76.9%, hitting 20 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Robert Davis Jr. led the way with 32 points, hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip. Jacob Wilson added 23 points, shooting 62.5% from deep. The Warhawks finished with 11 offensive rebounds and 11 assists in the game.</p><p>Even though Louisiana-Monroe held their opponent to just 36% shooting from the field, they still gave up 80 points. The Warhawks limited two-point opportunities, with their opponent shooting only 35% (17/48) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposing team connected on 7 of 17 attempts, shooting 41%. Louisiana-Monroe also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 20 free throws (76%).</p><h3>Will Georgia Southern Win at Home?</h3><p>Georgia Southern fell to 6-6 on the season after an 83-61 road loss to Texas State on Saturday. The Eagles entered the game as +8 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>After trailing 42-33 at halftime, Georgia Southern managed only 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41, leading to the lopsided loss.</p><p>Georgia Southern struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 30.8% from the field and 25.6% on two-point attempts. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 26 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 38.5%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Eagles shot 57.9%, connecting on 11 of 19 attempts. They also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Tylan Pope led the way with 23 points, shooting 7 of 8 from the field in just 21 minutes.</p><p>Georgia Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they gave up 57% shooting on two-point attempts (24/42).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia Southern allowed 6 threes on 14 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws (85%).</p>

Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Georgia Southern Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bisons and Dolphins. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Dolphins at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! Lipscomb is favored by -5.5 in this Atlantic Sun conference contest against Jacksonville. The game's over/under currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LIPSCOMB BISONS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bisons Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Lipscomb fell to 6-5 on the season after a narrow 67-65 loss to Middle Tennessee on Thursday. The Bisons were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but couldn’t pull off the win. The total points for the game ended at 132, well below the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Lipscomb trailed 37-30 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 35 of their own. Despite the improved effort after the break, they came up just short in the end.</p><p>Lipscomb's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely thanks to their 58.8% shooting on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 threes for a 22.2% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bisons connected on 13 of 17 attempts, shooting 76.5%. They only managed 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 12 assists. Jacob Ognacevic led the way with 32 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 33.3% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 offensive rebounds, the Bisons held their opponent to 67 points on 38% shooting from the field. Lipscomb limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 42%, with 18 makes on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lipscomb's defense allowed just 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13, shooting 59%.</p><h3>Will Jacksonville Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville fell to 4-6 on the season after an 86-66 road loss to UCF on Saturday, December 21st. The Dolphins entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville trailed 47-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 39. The total points for the game ended at 152, going over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they hit 77.8% from the free-throw line, going 14-for-18.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 71.4% overall. Jordan Ivy-Curry added 19 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Robert McCray contributed 18 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 46 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville gave up 10 threes on 17 attempts, also at a 58% clip. They sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22 for 88%.</p>

Lipscomb Bisons vs Jacksonville Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Warriors (-137) will take on the 76ers (+113) in Philadelphia. Golden State (22-25) is favored by 2.5 over Philadelphia (30-19), and this non-conference matchup will be played at the Wells Fargo Center.</p>

<p>This game will be shown on ESPN, and the over/under line is currently at 237 points. The Warriors are 11th in the Western Conference, while the 76ers are 5th in the East and have lost two straight.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-112 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with Tyrese Maxey points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Golden State Pull Off A Win at Wells Fargo Center?</h3><p>Golden State is favored by 2.5 points today against the 76ers. As the favorite, the Warriors have gone 18-10 this season, and they have covered the spread in their last three games as the favorite.</p>

<p>On average, the Warriors' games have scored 237.1 points this season, which is right on par with today's O/U line of 237. Their games have averaged a combined 232 points per game.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Warriors are 23-23 this season, including a 13-8 record on the road. Their ATS win vs. the Nets was their third straight, and they are 11-17 ATS as the favorite.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Warriors defeated the Nets by a score of 109-98. The O/U line for that game was 239 points, and Golden State was favored by 1 point.</p>

<p>Currently, the Warriors are 11th in the Western Conference with a record of 22-25. In the Pacific Division, they are 5th. Against other Western Conference teams, the Warriors are 12-19 compared to 10-6 against the East.</p><p>Heading into their matchup against the 76ers, the Warriors are one of the top scoring teams in the league, averaging 118.7 points per game (8th). Interestingly, they have actually been better on the road, averaging 119.2 points per game compared to 118.3 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Golden State is 10th in the NBA at 100 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 18th in the league at 47%. However, they have been one of the best three-point shooting teams, ranking 4th in both makes (14.8) and attempts (39.6) per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Warriors have outscored the NBA scoring average in 59.6% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 7th in the league at 28.4 per game. When it comes to free throws, Golden State is right around the league average, ranking 15th in both makes (17.9) and attempts (22.6) per game.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Warriors will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 118.4 points per game (22nd). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Warriors are forcing 13.9 per game, which is 24th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 27th in blocked shots at 4 per game.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Today, the 76ers are looking to end a two-game losing streak after falling to the Mavericks by a score of 118-102. Philadelphia was a 3-point underdog in that game and has now gone 3-10 as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the 76ers are 16-9 at home and 14-10 on the road. Their ATS record for the season is 30-19 and they have failed to cover the spread in their last three home games.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, the 76ers are 29-20 this season. In their last game, the O/U line was 242.5, and they combined with the Mavericks for 220 points. This season, their games have averaged 232.1 points.</p>

<p>Currently, the 76ers are 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 30-19. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 19-12 and 11-7 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>As for their ATS record, the 76ers are 30-19 this season. They are 3rd in the Eastern Conference and are 2.5-point underdogs today against the Warriors.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the 76ers are 7th in the NBA in scoring at 118.8 points per game. At home, they are averaging 120.3 points per game compared to 117.2 on the road.</p>

<p>Philadelphia leads the league in both free throw attempts and makes, getting to the line an average of 27.2 times per game. In terms of pace, they are 17th at 98.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the 76ers are 26th in attempts and 19th in three-point shooting percentage at 36%. Overall, they are 15th in field goal percentage.</p><p>On defense, the 76ers come into the game ranked 14th in the league in points allowed at 113.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 126 points per contest (15th). Inside the arc, the 76ers defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 54.9% and 34.5% from three-point territory.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Eagles face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Winthrop as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 165.5 points.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Winthrop winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 165.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can USC Upstate Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>USC Upstate fell to 1-11 on the season after a 72-64 home loss to Youngstown State on Saturday. The Spartans entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 27-23 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and hitting only 1 of 18 three-point attempts for a 5.6% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 35.8%, though they did manage to convert 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Mister Dean led the Spartans with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Nico Galette added 20 points, hitting 42.9% of his threes, while Breylin Garcia contributed 16 points on 77.8% shooting. USC Upstate also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 72 points, USC Upstate's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including a dismal 5% from three-point range, where they hit only 1 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 46% on two-pointers, going 23/49. USC Upstate also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%. The Spartans allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Winthrop Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop fell to 7-5 on the season after a 77-68 road loss to Indiana on Sunday. The Eagles entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Winthrop trailed 41-37 at halftime and scored 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 163.5 O/U line.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Myles Rice led the Eagles with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14. Doucet also pulled down 12 rebounds, and Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Winthrop's defense giving up 77 points, they managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 1 three-pointer on 20 attempts, a 5% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, though, Winthrop struggled, allowing 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 18 free throws (69%).</p>

USC Upstate Spartans vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Phoenix versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at Corbett Sports Center in Greensboro, NC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Elon is favored bt -6.5 vs. North Carolina A&T. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corbett Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina A&T pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Phoenix Defense Show Up in Greensboro?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon improved to 7-4 on the season with a 73-59 win over Marshall on Saturday, December 28th. The Phoenix were -5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Elon led 37-28 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Marshall 36-31. The total points for the game ended up at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 73 points in their latest game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, and they hit 76% of their free throws, going 19-for-25 from the line.</p> <p>Nick Dorn and Mikal Dawson led the way, both playing 38 minutes. Dorn hit 6 threes, shooting 60% from deep and overall, finishing with 29 points. Dawson added 24 points, shooting 55.6% from three and overall, connecting on 5 threes. Sam Sherry contributed 17 points and 13 rebounds, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Elon Phoenix held their opponent to 59 points on 40% shooting from the field, as they went 23/57. Inside the arc, the opposition shot 45%, hitting 15 of their 33 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Elon’s defense limited their opponent to 8/24 shooting, or 33%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 19 attempts for 76%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina A&T?</h3><p>The Aggies improved to 3-10 on the season with an 85-72 win over North Carolina Central on Saturday. Playing at home, North Carolina A&T entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T led 46-39 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Eagles 39-33. The game’s total points of 157 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 156.5.</p><p>Ryan Forrest led the Aggies with 30 points on 66.7% shooting, including 2-of-4 from deep, in their win. Landon Glasper added 25 points, hitting 5-of-12 from three, while Po'Boigh King contributed 21 points despite shooting just 35% overall and 25% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T shot 46.8% from the field and 38.5% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They also connected on 17-of-24 free throws (70.8%) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, finishing with 18 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense gave up 72 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field, including 52% on two-point attempts (19/36). They also allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, their opponents hit 17 of 24 shots, making 70%. The Aggies also conceded 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs North Carolina A&T Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Nittany Lions game? Catch the action at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA, as the Nittany Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Northwestern Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 10-3 on the season with an 85-60 home win over Northeastern on Sunday. The Wildcats, who entered the game as 14-point favorites, covered the spread, and the total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> <p>After leading just 35-33 at halftime, Northwestern dominated the second half, scoring 50 points while holding Northeastern to 27.</p><p>Northwestern's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 67.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 25 threes, shooting 36%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Ty Berry led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 8 for 10 overall. Brooks Barnhizer added 22 points and 10 rebounds, while LA Pratt contributed 18 points and 7 boards. Masai Troutman was also a key contributor, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Northwestern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 53% from the field. The Wildcats had particular difficulty defending inside, as the other team connected on 67% of their two-point attempts, going 21/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws, hitting 72%. The Wildcats gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Nittany Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-66 win over Penn on Sunday. The Nittany Lions were -26 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 34-31 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by scoring 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 152, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 22 of 26 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Michael Zanoni led the way with 27 points, connecting on 7 of 12 threes. Ace Baldwin contributed 23 points and 10 assists, while Yanic Konan Niederhauser added 19 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, Penn State's defense held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 84% from the stripe. Penn State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Jets face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets are hosting the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 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 Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Jets winning the game with a predicted 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>Does Anaheim Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 15-17-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Anaheim entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, failing to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p>

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another in the second before getting on the board in the third. Brock McGinn scored at 9:44 in the third period, and Mason McTavish added a goal with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Anaheim's offense fired 39 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish also netted his second, coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless until the 9:44 mark of the third period. They recorded 16 offensive giveaways and finished with a total of three assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks will look to improve after giving up four goals to the Blackhawks. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. Anaheim's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits. The Ducks will need to be better early in games, as they gave up the first three goals to Chicago, including two on the power play.</p><h3>Does Winnipeg Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets moved to 27-11-1 this season. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total of 11 goals easily surpassing the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets rallied to score seven straight goals. Seven different players contributed to the scoring, with two of Winnipeg’s goals coming with an empty net.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with seven different players finding the net. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his third goal of the season, while Logan Stanley added his first. Alex Iafallo scored on the power play, his first goal of the year, and Dylan Samberg netted his third. Nikolaj Ehlers picked up his ninth goal on an empty net, and Cole Perfetti added his fourth, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Jets recorded 34 shots on goal and had 10 assists. Josh Morrissey contributed two assists, bringing his total to 13 for the season. Nikolaj Ehlers and Mark Scheifele each added an assist, giving them 9 and 10 assists, respectively. Winnipeg's offense also had 7 giveaways in the game.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Jets will look to improve after giving up the first two goals and allowing the Lightning to tie the game at 4-4 in the third period. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Greyhounds and Crusaders game? Catch the action at Hart Center in Worcester, MA, as the Crusaders hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Holy Cross as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Holy Cross Crusaders -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hart Center at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Crusaders.</li><li>Not only will Holy Cross pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Loyola Maryland Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Loyola Maryland fell to 4-6 on the season after an 84-65 road loss to DePaul on Saturday. Entering the game as +18.5 point underdogs, the Greyhounds failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>DePaul jumped out to a 44-26 lead at halftime, and while Loyola Maryland scored 39 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 40. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p><p>NJ Benson and Jacob Theodosiou both scored 22 points in Loyola Maryland's recent game, with Theodosiou shooting 90% from the field, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. Benson added 17 rebounds and shot 71.4% overall.</p> <p>As a team, the Greyhounds shot 44.4% from the field, hitting 6-of-17 from three-point range (35.3%) and 11-of-20 from the free-throw line (55%). They finished with 15 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, posting an effective field goal percentage of 50%.</p><p>Despite Loyola Maryland's defense giving up 84 points, they limited their opponent's three-point shooting to just 5/24, a 20% success rate. However, their defense struggled inside, allowing 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 45 shots.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Loyola Maryland's opponent went 17/23, converting 73% of their attempts. The Greyhounds also allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Crusaders Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Holy Cross Crusaders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Holy Cross improved to 6-5 on the season after a 78-70 road win over Siena on Friday, December 20th. The Crusaders entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 27-23 at halftime, Holy Cross exploded for 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47. The total points for the game ended at 148, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Holy Cross put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, thanks to hitting 15 of 29 threes at a 51.7% clip, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 38.5% on twos.</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way, hitting 6 of 9 threes, finishing with 20 points. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Holy Cross gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field. Inside the arc, the Crusaders allowed 57% shooting, as their opponents went 23/40 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Holy Cross held their opponents to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. The Crusaders also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws for 66%.</p>

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Holy Cross Crusaders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Black Knights versus the Raiders? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Cotterell Court in Hamilton, NY. The over/under for this Patriot League conference contest is set at 143.5 points, with Colgate being favored by -5.5 at home against Army.</p><h3>ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS VS COLGATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colgate Raiders -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cotterell Court at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLGATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Colgate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Will the Black Knights Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army improved to 4-6 on the season with a 78-75 win over UTSA on Sunday. The Black Knights were +2.5 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to pull off the upset at home.</p> 

<p>Army led 39-35 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 153 fell just under the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Jalen Rucker's 27 points and 5 made threes at a 50% clip helped Army score 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field. They connected on 11 of 28 threes, shooting 39.3% from deep, with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%.</p> <p>Raekwon Horton added 15 points, hitting 6 of 9 shots, while AJ Allenspach was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4. Army also hit 78.6% of their free throws, and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, with 15 assists as a team.</p><p>Army's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 56% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Army's opponents connected on 11 of 28 attempts, shooting 39%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, shooting 78%. Army gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Raiders Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Raiders fell to 2-10 on the season after a 79-73 home loss to Iona on Sunday. Despite being -4 favorites, Colgate couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Colgate trailed 36-32 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points but allowing 43.</p><p>Colgate's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field and 47.6% from beyond the arc, leading to 73 points. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, with 16 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Nicolas Louis-Jacques led the way with 27 points, shooting 61.1% overall and hitting 4 of 11 threes. Dejour Reaves added 20 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 2 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Colgate's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 16 makes on 28 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colgate's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who connected on 10 of 21 attempts for 47%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

Army Black Knights vs Colgate Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The over/under line for Friday's Tigers vs. Angels matchup is at 9 runs, and the Tigers are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -116 compared to the Angels at -103. This AL matchup is set for 9:38 PM ET from Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA. BSDET will be televising Friday's game.</p>

<p>Detroit comes in with a record of 37-44, while the Angels are 34-46 overall. Zach Plesac will start for the Angels, and he will be facing off against Kenta Maeda for the Tigers. The Angels have won four straight, and they are 4th in the AL West, while the Tigers are 4th in the AL Central.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels Moneyline -103</p><p>This game will be played at Angel Stadium of Anaheim at 9:38 ET on Friday, June 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS ANGELS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Angels winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Angels 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>Thanks to a three-run 5th inning for the Angels' offense, they cruised to a 5-0 win over the Tigers in the most recent game of this series. Heading into the game, the Angels were at +131 on the money line.</p>

<p>The starting pitching matchup for this game featured Davis Daniel for the Angels, and he went eight innings while giving up just four hits and no earned runs. Jack Flaherty got the start for the Tigers, going 5 2/3 innings and giving up five runs.</p>

<p>Los Angeles got a huge performance from Luis Rengifo, as he went 2/4 with a home run and two RBIs. Both Miguel Sano and Willie Calhoun each drove in a run and scored a run for the Angels' offense.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit is 37-44 overall and trails the Guardians by 15 games in the AL Central. The Tigers have lost two straight games, and they are 3rd in the AL Central. So far, they have gone 12-10 in divisional games. Detroit lost the series opener vs. the Angels and is just 3-7 over their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Tigers are 19-22 this year, and they are just below .500 at 18-22 on the road. As the favorite, the Tigers have gone 19-17 this year, and they are 18-27 as the underdog. Detroit has dropped five straight games as the road team, and their overall series record is 10-12-4 this year.</p><p>The Tigers are 35-46 against the run line this season, including a 21-19 mark on the road. They have a run differential of -0.2 runs per game overall, but that number drops to -0.0 on the road. Detroit is 26-19 against the run line as an underdog, but just 9-27 when favored.</p><p>The Tigers have played to the over in 42 of their 79 games this season, and their games have averaged 8.3 runs per contest. They have played to the under in three straight games and have played to the over in four of seven games when the over/under line has been set at 9 runs.</p><p>Kenta Maeda will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing as he gets the start for the Tigers today. Against the White Sox on June 22nd, he took the loss, giving up three earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work. Looking at his overall numbers, Maeda has made 13 starts, has a record of 2-4, and an ERA of 6.00. Out of his 13 appearances, he has turned in two quality starts and is averaging 6.83 strikeouts per nine innings. Maeda's ERA on the road is 10.76 compared to 4.67 at home.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers are 24th in the league in scoring at 4 runs per game. They have been slightly better at home, averaging 4.1 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .230 and have the 17th most home runs in the league. Detroit's team on-base percentage of .295 is also near the bottom of the league.</p>

<p>Riley Greene is the Tigers' top hitter this season, batting .263 with 15 homers and 41 RBIs. He has also been hot of late, going 7/20 in his last six games. Matt Vierling is also a player to watch, as he is 2nd on the team with 10 homers and is batting .254 for the season. However, he is just 6/26 in his last six games.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is hosting the Tigers today with an overall record of 34-46. The Angels are on a four-game winning streak, and they are 10.5 games behind the Mariners in the AL West. So far, they have gone 8-7 in divisional matchups this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Angels are 16-25 this year, and they are just above .500 at 18-21 on the road. Los Angeles has been the underdog in most of their games, where they are 30-42 compared to 4-4 as the favorite. The Angels' overall series record is 7-17-2 this season.</p><p>When the Angels win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.2 runs per victory. Their run line record as the underdog is 43-29, and they have covered the run line in four straight games at home. Overall, they are 46-34 against the run line this season, with a scoring margin of -0.8 runs per game.</p><p>Los Angeles Angels games have gone over the total in 41 of 78 games this season, and their games have averaged 9.1 runs per game. When the O/U line is set at 9 runs, the Angels have gone over the total in 6 of 14 games. The O/U line for today's game against the Detroit Tigers is set at 9 runs.</p><p>Zach Plesac is getting the start for the Angels at home against the Tigers. This will be his 2nd start of the season, and in his first outing, he picked up a win vs. the Brewers. Plesac went 6 innings, giving up 3 runs and striking out 4. He then took a loss vs. the Dodgers, where he went 3 1/3 innings.</p><p>Los Angeles has been one of the league's worst offensive teams this season, averaging just 4.1 runs per game, which is 21st in the MLB. They are also near the bottom of the league in team batting average and on-base percentage. As a team, the Angels are 9th in home runs and have a collective isolated power figure of .153, which is 11th in the league.</p>

<p>Currently, Nolan Schanuel is on a three-game hitting streak, and over his last nine games, he is batting .286. Taylor Ward has two homers in this stretch and is also hitting .258. For the season, Ward leads the Angels with 41 RBIs and is 11th in the league with 14 home runs.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Los Angeles Angels Betting Pick & Prediction 6/28/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Matadors and Titans game? Catch the action at Titan Gym in Fullerton, CA, as the Titans hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. CSUN is favored by -4.5 in this Big West conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142.5 points.</p><h3>CSUN MATADORS VS CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal State Fullerton Titans +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Titan Gym at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL STATE FULLERTON TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Titans.</li><li>Not only will Cal State Fullerton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will CSUN Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>CSUN Matadors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>CSUN improved to 7-4 on the season after a dominant 81-57 win over Chicago State on Saturday, December 21st. The Matadors, who were -20.5 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 25-22 at halftime, CSUN turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 59 points while holding Chicago State to 32.</p><p>CSUN put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field and 46.3% in effective field goal percentage. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but were strong at the free-throw line, connecting on 19 of 21 for 90.5%.</p> <p>The Matadors dished out 21 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Scotty Washington led the team with 19 points despite shooting 30.8% overall and 16.7% from three. Mahmoud Fofana added 17 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Matthew Robinson Jr. and Saxby Sunderland each contributed 14 points.</p><p>CSUN Matadors gave up 57 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 29 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, the Matadors allowed 25 of 49 shooting, which is 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Matadors held their opponents to 4 of 18 shooting, or 22%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they hit 19, or 90%. CSUN allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Titans Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Cal State Fullerton Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Titans dropped to 3-9 on the season after a 73-69 home loss to Wyoming on Sunday. Fullerton entered the game as +4 underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread. The combined points of 142 went over the pre-game total of 130.5.</p> 

<p>Fullerton trailed 39-29 at halftime but outscored Wyoming 40-34 in the second half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-20, and hit 78.6% from the free-throw line, making 11 of 14 attempts. The Titans grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Kobe Newton led the way with 20 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Donovan Oday added 18 points, while Obi Agbim contributed 16 points despite struggling from three, hitting just 2 of 9 attempts. Touko Tainamo was efficient inside, shooting 5 of 6 from the field, and Zachary Visentin was perfect, going 5-for-5 in just 13 minutes of action.</p><p>Cal State Fullerton's defense gave up 73 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field on 25 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, the Titans allowed 17 of 34 shooting, a 50% rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents hit 8 of 20, shooting 40%. Cal State Fullerton also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Titans gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

CSUN Matadors vs Cal State Fullerton Titans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Seawolves versus the Hawks? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center in West Long Branch, NJ. This Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Monmouth is favored to win by -6.5 at home vs. Stony Brook.</p><h3>STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES VS MONMOUTH HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Even though we have Monmouth winning straight-up, we like Stony Brook at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Seawolves Stand a Chance in West Long Branch?</h3><p>Stony Brook’s season record fell to 3-9 after a 77-70 loss to Albany on Sunday. The Seawolves were +8.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>Trailing 36-31 at halftime, Stony Brook scored 39 points in the second half but allowed 41. The total points for the game ended at 147, just under the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stony Brook put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 31.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, and they connected on 76.2% of their free throws, going 16-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Ben Wight led the way with 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the floor. Justin Neely added 16 points and 9 boards, hitting 71.4% of his shots, while Amar'e Marshall chipped in 15 points, knocking down 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Despite Stony Brook's defensive struggles, allowing 77 points on 52% shooting, they managed to limit their opponent's three-point success, holding them to 25% from deep with just 6 made threes.</p> <p>Stony Brook sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws at an 85% rate. The Seawolves also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Monmouth Win at Home?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Monmouth dropped to 2-11 on the season after an 87-58 loss to Auburn on Monday, December 30th. The Hawks, who were heavy +37.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Monmouth trailed 46-28 at halftime and were unable to close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their latest game, shooting just 36.5% from the field and 35.9% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, though they did manage to hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-13 from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hawks converted 15 of 19 attempts, good for 78.9%. They recorded just 5 offensive rebounds and 10 assists. Abdi Bashir Jr. led the team with 15 points, despite shooting 4-for-15 from the field and 2-for-5 from three-point range.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field. The Hawks had trouble containing two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 58% from inside the arc on 21/36 shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Monmouth's defense held their opponents to 26% shooting, as they went 8/30 from deep. However, the Hawks sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 21 attempts, shooting 75%. Monmouth also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

Stony Brook Seawolves vs Monmouth Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lancers and Blue Hose face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose are hosting the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. In this Big South matchup, Longwood is favored bt -1.5 vs. Presbyterian. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Hose.</li><li>Not only will Presbyterian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lancers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers fell to 8-4 on the season after a 98-82 road loss to SMU on Sunday, December 29th. Longwood came into the game as +18.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Longwood allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Longwood put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. They connected on 51.7% of their two-point attempts and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Boopie Miller led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Yohan Traore and Elijah Tucker each added 20 points, with Traore also pulling down 11 rebounds. Matt Cross and Colby Garland chipped in 19 points apiece, with Garland handing out a team-high 11 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside, as the other team made 70% of their two-point attempts, going 21/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 26 free throws at an 83% rate. Longwood gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian's season record fell to 4-8 after a 69-59 loss to South Carolina on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 128, which was under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Presbyterian led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 45. The Blue Hose will look to build on their strong first-half performance as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the way with 27 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/13, hitting 38% of their threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Blue Hose gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lions and Panthers face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at Groniger Arena in Charleston, IL. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Eastern Illinois is favored by -3.5 vs. Lindenwood in a Ohio Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>LINDENWOOD LIONS VS EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Groniger Arena at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-64 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lions Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Lindenwood improved to 3-7 on the season with a 71-65 win over Western Illinois on Saturday, December 21st. The Lions, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, and the total points of 136 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Lindenwood allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35, but they held on for the win.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field. They hit just 4 of 15 from beyond the arc, connecting at 26.7%, while their two-point shooting was a strong 56.1% (23/41).</p> <p>Ryan Myers and Jadis Jones were efficient, each playing 38 minutes. Myers hit 4 threes at 57.1% and shot 63.6% overall, while Jones went 8 for 13 from the field. Marko Maletic added 19 points, shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Despite Lindenwood's defensive efforts, they allowed 65 points on 48% shooting. The Lions gave up 23 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 56% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lindenwood held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 4 threes made on 15 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws for 72%.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois dropped to 1-9 on the 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. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>EIU trailed 38-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 37 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Eastern Illinois put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%. They connected on 35.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-14 from deep, and hit 72.4% of their free throws, making 21 of 29 from the line. The Panthers grabbed 17 offensive 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 added 15 points, shooting 3-for-5 from beyond the arc, while Kooper Jacobi also contributed 15 points and pulled down 12 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Panthers gave up 17 two-pointers on 26 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they allowed 10 threes on 22 attempts, a 45% clip. Eastern Illinois also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Lindenwood Lions vs Eastern Illinois Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Chargers are the heavy favorite in their week 10 matchup against the Titans, with their money line odds sitting at -402. The game, which kicks off at 4:05 ET on Sunday, November 10th at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, will be televised on FOX. The Titans' money line odds are +309, and they are +7.5 point underdogs on the road. The over/under line is 38 points.</p><h3>TENNESSEE TITANS VS LOS ANGELES CHARGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Titans +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 4:05 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Titans winning this one by a score of 19 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Titans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +7.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 38 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Titans Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>The Titans snapped a three-game losing streak in week 9, defeating the Patriots 20-17 to improve to 2-6. Tennessee was favored by 3.5 points but couldn’t cover the spread. They rank 30th in our power rankings and have just a 2.6% chance of making the playoffs. Their division odds stand at 1.1%.</p> <p>Heading into week 10, the Titans are 1-7 against the spread, including four straight ATS losses. Their average scoring margin is -9.1 points per game. Their O/U record is 4-3-1, with their games averaging 44.1 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 10, the Titans rank 30th in our offensive power rankings. They are 26th in the NFL in both points per game (17.5) and yards per game (296.4). Despite being 15th in passing attempts, Tennessee ranks 31st in passing yards per game, averaging 170.8. On the ground, they are 10th in rushing attempts and 12th in rushing yards per game, with 125.6. The Titans are 25th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage, converting 32.7% of their attempts.</p> <p>Mason Rudolph threw for 240 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 9, going 20/33 with 1 interception. Tennessee scored 7 points in the 1st quarter and 7 in the 4th before winning in overtime against the Patriots. Tony Pollard rushed for 128 yards on 28 carries, while Calvin Ridley had 5 catches for 73 yards.</p><p>In their 20-17 overtime win over the Patriots, the Titans' defense allowed just 185 passing yards on 29 completions. They also came up with two interceptions and held New England to 27.3% on third down. Although the Titans gave up 110 rushing yards on 20 attempts, they defended the pass well, allowing only 4.5 yards per attempt.<p></p>Tennessee's defense put pressure on the quarterback throughout the game, finishing with four sacks and winning the battles in both QB hits and tackles for loss. Despite the Patriots having a 70.7% completion percentage, the Titans made key plays in the passing game to help secure the win.</p><h3>Are The Chargers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Chargers have won two straight games, including a 27-10 road victory over the Browns in week 9. Los Angeles entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, improving their record to 5-3. They also covered in week 8, defeating the Saints 26-8. After these wins, the Chargers have a 78.2% chance of making the playoffs, according to our projections.</p> <p>Heading into week 10, the Chargers are 5-2-1 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +7.2 points per game. Their O/U record is 1-7, with the under hitting in three straight games. Their matchups have averaged 32.5 points per game, compared to an average O/U line of 40.1.</p><p>Heading into week 10, the Chargers sit 16th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 19.9 points per game, which ranks 23rd in the NFL. They are 22nd in the league with 315 passing yards per game and 21st in passing yards, averaging 200.5 per game. Los Angeles ranks 12th in rushing attempts and 20th in rushing yards, with 114.5 per game. They have been strong in the red zone, converting 68.4% of their trips, which ranks 2nd in the NFL, and they are 11th in 3rd-down conversions.</p> <p>Justin Herbert threw for 282 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 9, completing 18 of 27 passes without an interception. He did take 6 sacks in the win over the Browns. J.K. Dobbins rushed for 85 yards on 14 carries, scoring twice, and Quentin Johnston led the team with 4 catches for 118 yards and a touchdown.</p><p>Despite allowing 213 passing yards, the Chargers' defense came away with three interceptions in their 27-10 win over the Browns. They limited Cleveland to just 79 yards rushing on 24 attempts and held them to a 35.3% conversion rate on third down. Los Angeles also recorded six sacks in the game.</p>
<p>The Chargers gave up just one touchdown to the Browns and held them to 4.6 yards per attempt. Their secondary played well, allowing only a 56.5% completion rate. Although they didn't have a great day in terms of tackles for loss, the big plays in the passing game helped them secure the win.</p>

Tennessee Titans vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NBA game featuring the Bucks versus the Raptors? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TSN. The game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The Bucks are favored in this Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 227 points.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-105 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with Pascal Siakam points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bucks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Facing the Raptors today, the Bucks look to maintain their record above .500, which currently stands at 6-4. Away from their home court, the Bucks have a 1-3 record this season, in contrast to their 5-1 record at home.</p><p>Milwaukee has an ATS record of 1-9 for this season, which includes their current seven game losing streak against the spread. Milwaukee has failed to cover the spread in three straight home games and are 1-5 ATS at home compared to 0-4 on the road.</p><p>In their previous game, the Bucks' offense finished with 118 points, which is right in line with their current average of 115.9 points per contest. On the offensive front, the Bucks have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, ranking 8th in the NBA. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 17th in terms of percentage and 10th in three-pointers made.</p><p><p>The Bucks' defense is presently ranked 24th in the league, allowing an average of 118.3 points per contest.</p><p>In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Bucks defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 54.2% while allowing 36.3% from downtown.</p></p><h3>Will the Raptors Win at Scotiabank Arena?</h3><p>In their upcoming game against the Bucks, the Raptors can move above .500 with a win, as they are currently 5-5. At this time, the team's rank is 9th in the Eastern Conference, and they are also 4th in the Atlantic division.</p><p>Toronto has an ATS record of 5-5 so far this season which includes their current two game losing streak vs. the spread. On the road, the Raptors have an ATS record of 3-2, as opposed to a 2-3 record against the spread when playing at home.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Raptors offense ended with 111 points against the Wizards. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50% and made 4 threes. In terms of offense, the Raptors have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, putting them 22nd in the NBA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 28th in percentage and 23rd in three-pointers made.</p><p><p>So far, the Raptors' defense is ranked 7th in the league at 109.2 points per contest.</p><p>Most recently, the Raptors' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 107 points to the Wizards.</p></p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/23

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

<p>Army is the heavy favorite in this week five matchup against Temple, with a -13.5 point spread in their favor. The game is set for 7:30 ET at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, and ESPN will be handling the broadcast. The over/under line is at 45.5 points. Army comes in with a 3-0 record, while Temple is looking to bounce back from their 1-3 start to the season.</p><h3>ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Temple Owls +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 7:30 ET on Thursday, September 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEMPLE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Army Black Knights winning this one by a score of 32 to 20</li><li>Even though we like the Army Black Knights to win, our ATS pick is to take the Temple Owls at +13.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 45.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Army Black Knights Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Army is off to a perfect 3-0 start, with their most recent victory coming at home against Rice. The Black Knights, favored by -7.5, not only won but also covered the spread, defeating Rice 37-14. The over/under line for the game was 43.5 points, but the teams combined for 51 points.</p><p></p><p>Army dominated from the start, taking a 7-0 lead in the first quarter and then exploding for 21 unanswered points in the second quarter. The Black Knights led 28-0 at halftime and extended their lead to 37-7 before Rice added a late score in the third quarter.</p><p>Army's offense was led by quarterback Bryson Daily, who completed 66.7% of his passes for 107 yards and two touchdowns. Daily's passer rating for the game was 146.76. On the ground, Daily was also the team's leading rusher, gaining 145 yards on 23 carries and scoring three rushing touchdowns.</p> 
<p>The Black Knights' offense put up 411 yards of total offense, with 291 of those yards coming on the ground. Army's rushing attack was effective, finding the end zone three times on the ground and twice through the air. Noah Short led the team in receiving with two catches for 47 yards.</p><p>Army's defense was effective in their most recent game, holding Rice to just 41 rushing yards on 13 attempts. The Black Knights' defense allowed 256 passing yards on 29 completions, but they also came up with two interceptions. Overall, Army gave up 297 total yards and 14 points in the game.</p><h3>Are The Temple Owls Going Win In At Upset At Lincoln Financial Field</h3><p>Temple is looking to build off of their 45-29 win over Utah State, which improved their record to 1-3 for the season. The Owls were +6.5 point underdogs but managed to win outright, covering the spread. The game’s over/under was set at 53.5 points, and the teams combined for 74 points, surpassing the total.</p><p></p><p>After a scoreless first quarter, Temple took a 21-17 lead by halftime. Utah State then went up 24-21 in the third quarter, but the Owls outscored the Aggies 21-8 in the fourth to come out on top.</p><p>Temple's offense was led by quarterback Evan Simon in their 45-29 victory, as he threw for 271 yards and five touchdowns, completing 63% of his passes. Simon's top target was Dante Wright, who caught three passes for 116 yards and a touchdown.</p> 
<p>The Owls' offense totaled 453 yards, with 182 yards coming on the ground. Simon also contributed to the rushing attack, gaining 49 yards on 11 carries and scoring one of Temple's two rushing touchdowns.</p><p>Temple's defense will need to tighten up after allowing 479 total yards and 29 points in their most recent game. Utah State's offense found success on the ground, rushing for 186 yards and two touchdowns. The Owls' secondary also had a tough time, giving up 293 passing yards and two touchdowns, while managing to come up with one interception.</p>

Army Black Knights vs Temple Owls Betting Pick & Prediction 9/26/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Hilltoppers and Flames game? Catch the action at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA, as the Flames hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The odds for this Conference USA conference game currently have Liberty as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hilltoppers Win on the Road?</h3><p>Western Kentucky fell to 7-4 on the season after a 112-64 road loss to Michigan on Sunday. Entering the game as +21.5 point underdogs, the Hilltoppers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 59-31 at halftime, Western Kentucky couldn’t turn things around in the second half, scoring 33 points while allowing 53. The game’s total points of 176 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 159.5.</p><p>Western Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.4% from the field and 20% from beyond the arc, connecting on only 5 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed just 5 offensive rebounds and 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hilltoppers hit 11 of 19 attempts, shooting 57.9%. Don McHenry led the team with 18 points, while Nimari Burnett and Vladislav Goldin each added 17, with Goldin hitting 7 of 8 shots from the field and 2 of 2 from three-point range.</p><p>Western Kentucky’s defense struggled, giving up 112 points on 51% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they allowed 19 threes on 40 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 35 times, where they hit 27 free throws.</p><h3>Are Liberty Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 9-1 on the season with a 79-56 home win over UT Arlington on Saturday. The Flames, who entered the game as -9.5 favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game were 135, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Liberty took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime. They added 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34, maintaining their strong start and securing the win.</p><p>Liberty's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 79 points with a field goal percentage of 52.9%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%, thanks in part to hitting 15 threes at a 46.9% clip. Inside the arc, they shot 63.2% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Kaden Metheny led the way with 25 points, knocking down 7 of 13 threes. Taelon Peter added 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 4 of 8 from deep. Liberty finished with 24 assists, with Metheny contributing 5 dimes.</p><p>Liberty's defense had a tough outing, giving up 56 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 52% from the field. The Flames struggled to contain the three-point line, where they allowed 15 threes on 32 attempts, a 46% shooting clip.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Liberty's opponent went 10/14, shooting 71%. The Flames did a good job on the boards, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Eagles and Vikings are both 2-0 in the pre-season, and they will face off on Saturday, August 24th at 1:00 ET at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The Eagles are the underdog at +1, and the Vikings are the slight favorite with a point spread of -1 and a money line of -109. There is no TV coverage for this week three pre-season matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA VIKINGS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Eagles +1</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 1:00 ET on Saturday, August 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 15 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 33.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Vikings Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Minnesota is now 2-0 in the pre-season after their 27-12 win over the Browns. The Vikings were +3 point underdogs heading into the game, giving them a straight-up and ATS win. The 15-point victory came on the heels of Minnesota being up 10-7 after the 1st quarter and adding a field goal in the 2nd to take a 13-7 lead at the half.</p><p></p><p>The combined 39 points went over the total line of 33 points. The Vikings put the game out of reach by the 4th quarter, leading 20-10, and both teams added a touchdown in the 4th. Jaren Hall connected with Jeshaun Jones for a touchdown to cap off Minnesota's pre-season win.</p><p>In their 27-12 win over the Browns, the Vikings' offense struggled to move the ball consistently, finishing with just 16 first downs and 190 yards passing on 26 attempts. They did, however, manage to score three touchdowns through the air. Nick Mullens, filling in at quarterback, went 11/21 for 135 yards and one touchdown. He was sacked five times and ended with a passer rating of 88.<p></p>Minnesota's running game saw some success, rushing for 113 yards on 27 attempts. Kene Nwangwu led the team with 45 yards on seven carries. Jeshaun Jones was the top receiver with 71 yards and a touchdown on one catch, but the offense struggled overall, with Mullens and the quarterbacks being sacked a total of five times.</p><p>Minnesota's defense really limited the Browns' rushing attack in their 27-12 win, allowing just 56 yards on 23 attempts. They also came away with three interceptions and held Cleveland to a 35.7% conversion rate on third down. Despite giving up 232 passing yards, the Vikings didn't allow a passing touchdown.</p><p></p><p>The Vikings' defense forced three turnovers in total, with three sacks and 73% completion percentage allowed. They finished the game having allowed 17 first downs and 288 total yards.</p><h3>Will The Eagles Win At Home Over The Vikings?</h3><p>The Eagles are now 2-0 in the preseason after a 14-13 comeback win over the Patriots. Philadelphia fell behind 10-3 at halftime and didn't take the lead until 5:41 left in the 4th quarter when Tanner McKee found Joseph Ngata for a touchdown. The Eagles initially led 3-0 after the 1st quarter, but the Patriots scored 10 unanswered points until Philadelphia's next score.<p></p>Philadelphia's Jake Elliott kicked a 38-yard field goal early in the 4th, and after the Patriots tied it at 13, McKee and Ngata connected for the go-ahead score. Kendall Milton also added a 1-yard touchdown run for the Eagles. The over/under line for the game was 33.5 points, and the teams combined for just 27.```</p><p>In their 14-13 win over the Patriots, the Eagles' offense managed just 16 first downs and 73 yards rushing on 25 attempts. They heavily relied on the passing game, throwing the ball 37 times for 210 yards and completing 78.4% of their passes, but failing to score a touchdown. The Eagles also struggled on third down, converting only 31.2% of their chances and allowing five sacks.<p></p>Tanner McKee led Philadelphia with 140 passing yards, going 15/19 (78%) without any touchdowns. Tyrion Davis-Price was the top rusher with 28 yards, while Joseph Ngata was the leading receiver, finishing with 88 yards on five catches.</p><p>In their 14-13 win over the Patriots, the Eagles' defense allowed just 11 first downs and 159 total yards. They were particularly strong against the run, giving up only 69 yards on 23 attempts. Philadelphia's pass defense was also impressive, holding New England to 90 yards through the air and forcing them into a 48.3% completion rate.<p></p>The Eagles came away with three sacks and one interception, while also winning the turnover battle with a +2 differential. Although the Patriots converted 60% of their third down attempts, Philadelphia's defense did enough to secure the narrow victory.</p>

Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 8/24/24

<p>FOX will broadcast the week 18 NFC West matchup between the Seahawks and Rams, taking place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. The game is set for 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th. The Seahawks are favored at -5.5 on the road, with money line odds of -241. The Rams' money line odds are +197, and the over/under line is set at 39 points.</p><h3>SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS LOS ANGELES RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Rams +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rams winning this one by a score of 19 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Rams winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +5.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 39 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Seahawks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Seattle's 9-7 record puts them 2nd in the NFC West, but they have no chance of making the playoffs going into week 18. The Seahawks rank 17th in our NFL power rankings. They have a +0.1 scoring margin and are 6-9-1 against the spread, including three straight ATS losses. They are 1-3-1 as favorites and 5-6 as underdogs.</p> <p>Seattle has a 6-1 road record this season, but they are just 3-6 at home. In week 17, they narrowly beat the Bears 6-3, but they couldn’t cover the 4-point spread. The O/U line was 42, and the teams combined for just 9 points.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Seahawks rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 21.6, and 14th in yards per game with 331.9. Seattle has relied heavily on the passing game, ranking 7th in both passing attempts (35.4) and passing yards per game (238.1). On the ground, they are 25th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game, averaging 93.8. They have struggled on 3rd down, converting just 36.7% of their attempts, which ranks 21st in the league, but they are 3rd in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 17, Geno Smith threw for 160 yards on 17/23 passing without a touchdown or interception. Seattle scored all 6 of their points in the first half against the Bears. Zach Charbonnet led the team with 57 rushing yards on 15 carries, and Noah Fant had 4 catches for 43 yards. Seattle converted 5 of 13 3rd downs but failed to score on their lone red zone trip.</p><p>Seattle's defense was dominant in their 6-3 win over the Bears, allowing just 76 passing yards and forcing seven sacks. The Seahawks limited Chicago to 179 total yards and just 16 completions. They didn't give up any touchdowns and held the Bears to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>Seattle's run defense allowed 103 yards on 23 attempts, with the Bears averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. The Seahawks also came away with one interception and held Chicago to a 57.1% completion percentage.</p><h3>Are The Rams Going Win In At Upset At SoFi Stadium</h3><p>With a 10-6 record, the Rams have locked up the NFC West and are riding a five-game winning streak. After a week 12 loss to the Eagles, Los Angeles bounced back with wins over the Saints, Bills, 49ers, Jets, and Cardinals. In week 17, they beat Arizona 13-9, but couldn’t cover the 6.5-point spread. The O/U line was 48, and the teams combined for just 22 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the Rams rank 11th in our power rankings and have a scoring margin of -0.9 points per game. They are 8-8 against the spread this season and have an O/U record of 7-9, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Rams sit 13th in our offensive power rankings. They are 19th in the NFL in points per game (21.4) and 17th in yards per game (326.9). Their passing game ranks 14th, with 221.8 yards per game, and they are 23rd in rushing yards per game (105.1). The Rams are 20th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 36.9% success rate, and they rank 25th in 1st-quarter scoring.</p> <p>In week 17, Matthew Stafford threw for 189 yards (17/32) without a touchdown or interception. Puka Nacua had 10 catches for 129 yards, and Kyren Williams rushed for 56 yards on 13 carries. The Rams scored 13 points against the Cardinals, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>In the Rams' 13-9 win over the Cardinals, their defense came up with two key interceptions, despite allowing 396 total yards. They also had four sacks and held Arizona to a 46.2% third-down conversion rate. The Rams gave up 113 rushing yards on 22 attempts and 283 passing yards, with the Cardinals completing 68.8% of their passes. Los Angeles gave up just one touchdown in the game.<p></p><p>Even though the Rams' defense gave up a lot of yards, they were tough in key situations, forcing turnovers and limiting the Cardinals to just one touchdown. The Rams' pass rush was effective, as they had four sacks and came away with a win in the QB hit, and tackles for loss differentials.</p>

Seattle Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Panthers and Pirates. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Pirates at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have East Carolina as the -7 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141 points.</p><h3>FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS VS EAST CAROLINA PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates -7</p><p>This game will be played at Minges Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will East Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Panthers Win in Greenville?</h3><h3>FIU Golden Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>FIU improved to 2-6 on the season with an 81-72 road win over Stetson on Saturday, December 14th. The Golden Panthers entered the game as -3.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 153 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p> <p>FIU took control early, leading 47-28 at halftime, but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own.</p><p>In their recent game, FIU put up 81 points, shooting 45.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a 53.5% success rate on two-pointers (23/43) and 27.8% from beyond the arc (5/18). At the free-throw line, they hit 76.9%, making 20 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Jordan Wood led the way with 25 points, connecting on 3 of 7 threes. Jayden Brewer added 20 points, shooting 58.3% overall. FIU grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the win.</p><p>FIU's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, FIU held their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. The other team also went 18/24 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their foul shots. FIU gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Pirates Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>East Carolina Pirates Recent Game</h3> 

<p>East Carolina dropped to 5-4 on the season after a 74-67 home loss to North Alabama on Wednesday. The Pirates, who were -7.5 favorites, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>ECU trailed 36-22 at halftime but showed signs of life in the 2nd half, scoring 45 points while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 141 narrowly went over the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>East Carolina put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 24 attempts for a 20.8% three-point shooting percentage, while their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%.</p> <p>Jacari Lane led the way with 19 points, connecting on 4 of 7 threes, while C.J. Walker and Corneilous Williams both shot 75% from the field. Taye Fields contributed 12 points and 11 rebounds, also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>East Carolina's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field on 25 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 shots, a 55% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, East Carolina held their opponents to 5 of 24 shooting, just 20%. At the free-throw line, their opponents went 12 of 19, hitting 63% of their attempts. The Pirates also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

FIU Golden Panthers vs East Carolina Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Dragons and Fighting Camels game? Catch the action at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC, as the Fighting Camels hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Drexel is favored bt -4.5 vs. Campbell. The over/under for the game is 134.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell 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 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dragons Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dragons fell to 7-5 on the season after a 75-64 loss to Penn State on Saturday. Drexel, who were +13.5 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 139 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 38. Despite the loss, the Dragons’ ability to cover the spread could be a positive takeaway.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 63.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 5 of 23 threes for 21.7%.</p> <p>Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Yame Butler led the way with 18 and 16 points, respectively. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 15 points and 6 assists, while Kevon Vanderhorst contributed 14 points in just 17 minutes, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Despite Drexel's defensive struggles, allowing 75 points on 46% shooting, they did manage to limit their opponent's three-point success. The Dragons held them to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Drexel's defense allowed 21 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 63% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 7 of those opportunities, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Fighting Camels Chances at Home</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Campbell dropped to 3-8 on the season after a 97-81 road loss to North Carolina on Sunday. The Fighting Camels entered the game as +28 underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-29 at halftime, Campbell scored 52 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 57 points during that stretch. The game’s total points of 178 went over the pre-game line of 155.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Campbell Fighting Camels put up 81 points, shooting 44.4% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They also connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15-for-20 from the line. The team dished out 15 assists and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 32 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range and shooting 61.1% overall. Ian Jackson added 26 points, while RJ Davis contributed 23 points and 5 assists, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. Elliot Cadeau chipped in 12 points and a team-high 12 assists.</p><p>Campbell's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 97 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 36 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Fighting Camels gave up 26 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 74% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they allowed 10 made threes on 28 attempts, a 35% success rate.</p>

Drexel Dragons vs Campbell Fighting Camels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>The Beavers and Lions are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions will host the game at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Oregon State is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference contest against Loyola Marymount. The game's over/under currently sits at 136.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Beavers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 10-3 on the season with an 89-79 win over the Portland Pilots on Monday. The Beavers were -17.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Oregon State led 46-39 at halftime and added 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The combined points of 168 went over the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 61.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 70.2%. They shot 73.5% on two-pointers and 43.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. The Beavers also connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Rataj led the way with 28 points and 5 assists, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Austin Rapp added 22 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Beavers dished out 22 assists as a team, with 6 players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Oregon State struggled defensively, giving up 79 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beavers gave up 25 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 73% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 10 threes on 23 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 43%.</p><h3>Will Loyola Marymount Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Loyola Marymount Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Marymount fell to 7-6 on the season after a 73-59 road loss to Washington State on Monday. The Lions, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>LMU trailed 36-34 at halftime but managed just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Loyola Marymount struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 59 points with a field goal percentage of 39.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc. They made 20 of 37 two-point shots, good for 54.1%, and connected on 10 of 15 free throws, shooting 66.7% from the line.</p> <p>The Lions recorded 6 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game. Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Calmese shooting 52.9% from the field and Stone-Carrawell hitting 50% overall, including 2 of 4 from three-point range. Tomas Thrastarson contributed 17 points, making 4 of 5 threes and shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field, converting 28 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, resulting in a 55% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Marymount's defense gave up 7 three-pointers on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Knights and Lions. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lions at Flowers Hall in Florence, AL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have North Alabama as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>BELLARMINE KNIGHTS VS NORTH ALABAMA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Alabama Lions -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Flowers Hall at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH ALABAMA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-63 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will North Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Bellarmine Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Bellarmine Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bellarmine’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 1-10 after a 79-55 loss to Colorado on Saturday. The Knights were +24.5 point underdogs heading into the game, but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-16 at halftime, Bellarmine showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Colorado 39-34. The game’s total points ended at 134, below the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Bellarmine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a 39.6% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they connected on only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, hitting 7 of 26 from deep.</p> <p>Assane Diop led the team with 15 points, shooting 63.6% from the floor, while Dezmond McKinney added 12 points. RJ Smith contributed 11 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. Bellarmine managed just 4 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense struggled to contain their opponent's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 60% of their shots inside the arc, with 23 makes on 38 attempts. Overall, they gave up 79 points on 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bellarmine held their opponent to just 25% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 24 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, Bellarmine's opponent went 15/19, shooting 78%. The Knights also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Lions Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>North Alabama dropped to 6-5 on the season after an 85-69 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Sunday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Lions not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>North Alabama trailed 41-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, where they were outscored 44-38. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>North Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 15% from three-point range, connecting on only 3 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.5%, and they managed 13 offensive rebounds, with just 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Caleb Stone-Carrawell was a bright spot, scoring 28 points on 11 of 17 shooting, including 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. Jacari Lane contributed 20 points and 4 assists, while Jevon Porter added 14 points and 9 rebounds, also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>Despite North Alabama's defensive efforts, they allowed 85 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team scored efficiently inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts (20/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Alabama gave up 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws (75%). North Alabama allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bellarmine Knights vs North Alabama Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Capitals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>With the Capitals being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Capitals.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Find a Way to Win in Washington?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 23-11-4. Minnesota entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, but couldn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3.</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 scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth, scoring the game-winner in overtime as the Wild defeated the Maple Leafs 2-1. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>Despite scoring just twice, Minnesota fired 33 shots on goal. The Wild were held scoreless in the second and third periods before Boldy’s decisive goal at 2:14 into overtime. They finished the game with 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry their momentum from the previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson posted 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage. Minnesota's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 19:08 in the first period, a power-play goal from William Nylander.</p><h3>Do the Capitals Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Washington's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes dropped their record to 25-10-2. The Capitals were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 6 goals pushed the pre-game line.</p> <p>After trailing 1-0, Washington scored twice in the first period to take the lead. However, the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals, including one in the second period and an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play at 19:16 in the first period, followed by Brandon Duhaime’s 2nd goal just 33 seconds later. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p> <p>Washington recorded 15 giveaways and added 3 assists to their 2 goals. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, while Dylan Strome notched his 13th, and John Carlson earned his 7th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Washington's defense gave up the first goal against Carolina at 5:59 in the first period and three more after taking a 2-1 lead, including an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, while the defense recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

<p>The Golden Grizzlies and Vikings are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Vikings will host the game at Wolstein Center in Cleveland, OH. Oakland come into this Horizon League conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 128.5 points.</p><h3>OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES VS CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland State Vikings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wolstein Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Cleveland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Golden Grizzlies Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Oakland's season record dropped to 2-6 after a 77-58 loss to Michigan State on Tuesday. The Golden Grizzlies were +16.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 135, just over the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Oakland kept things close in the first half, trailing 31-30 at the break. However, they struggled in the second half, scoring only 28 points while allowing 46.</p><p>Oakland struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 30.2% from the field and 25% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit 35.5% of their threes, making 11 of 31 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they connected on just 52.9% of their shots. Xavier Booker led the way with 18 points and 6 rebounds in 17 minutes, while DQ Cole added 17 points, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field, hitting 26 of 60 shots. From two-point range, they connected on 20 of 43 attempts, good for 46%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 35%, making 6 of 17 three-pointers. They also went to the free-throw line 23 times, converting 19 for 82%. Oakland allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Cleveland State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Cleveland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Vikings improved to 4-6 on the season with an 83-61 win over Green Bay on Saturday. Cleveland State, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread in the process.</p> 

<p>After leading 37-24 at halftime, the Vikings scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 144 fell just under the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Cleveland State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They hit 43.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 23 attempts, and were nearly perfect at the free-throw line, going 19 for 21 (90.5%).</p> <p>Je'Shawn Stevenson led the way with 20 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Tevin Smith added 16 points and 3 assists. Chase Robinson contributed 13 points, knocking down 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, Cleveland State's defense held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, allowing just 19 made baskets on 46 attempts. Inside the arc, the Vikings conceded 13 two-point field goals on 27 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cleveland State limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. The Vikings also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws for an 81% shooting performance. Cleveland State allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Cleveland State Vikings NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>The Eagles and Midshipmen are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Midshipmen will host the game at Alumni Hall (Navy) in Annapolis, MD. In this Patriot League matchup, American is favored bt -3.5 vs. Navy. The over/under for the game is 139.5 points.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS NAVY MIDSHIPMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Navy Midshipmen +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Hall (Navy) at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NAVY MIDSHIPMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Midshipmen.</li><li>Not only will Navy pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Eagles Have What it Takes in Annapolis?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>American’s season record fell to 4-7 after a 96-93 loss to UMBC on Sunday. The Eagles, who were -5.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 189 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-40 at halftime, American scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>American's offense put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 35.5% of their threes, going 11-for-31, and hit 56.5% of their two-point attempts, finishing 26-for-46 inside the arc. Their free-throw shooting was a weak spot, as they made just 8 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Matt Rogers led the way with 33 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field and 2-for-3 from three-point range. Marcus Banks Jr. added 28 points, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% clip, while Ace Valentine contributed 17 points and a team-high 9 assists.</p><p>American’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 96 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 56% of their two-point attempts, with 26 makes on 46 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, American’s defense gave up 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they converted 8 free throws. On the boards, American allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Midshipmen Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Navy Midshipmen Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Navy’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 2-10 with an 82-76 loss to William & Mary on Sunday. The Midshipmen were +7.5 point underdogs heading into the game, but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 41-33 at halftime, Navy put up 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 158 just missed the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>Navy's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.7%, thanks in part to hitting 43.5% from three-point range, connecting on 10 of 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they made 18 of 24 shots, good for 75%.</p> <p>Keller Boothby, Gabe Dorsey, and Austin Benigni each scored 16 points, with Boothby hitting 4 of 6 from deep. Noah Collier and Donovan Draper added 14 points each, with Draper going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Aidan Kehoe contributed 11 points and grabbed a team-high 11 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 82 points, Navy's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, allowing 62% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Navy's defense allowed 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting performance. They did manage to limit free-throw damage, with their opponent hitting just 7 of 14.</p>

American Eagles vs Navy Midshipmen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Bison and Tommies game? Catch the action at Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls, SD, as the Tommies hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on Summ. The odds for this Summit conference game currently have St. Thomas (MN) as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 135 points.</p><h3>NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON VS ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota State Bison +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Denny Sanford Premier Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bison Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After losing their last two games, North Dakota State will look to get back on track when they take on St. Thomas. So far this season, the Bison have gone 15-16, including an 8-8 record in Summit League play. On the road, they have gone just 5-12, and they have lost their last two road games.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, the Bison are 5-13 as the underdog, and they have gone 2-3 in their last five road games. In their last game, they lost to South Dakota State by a score of 78-61.</p><p>North Dakota State has an ATS record of 11-17 this season and they are 6-11 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bison have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>North Dakota State's over/under record this season is 15-13 and today's line of 135 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (144.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 75.2 points per game, the North Dakota State had a below average performance. They scored 61 points against South Dakota State and had a field goal percentage of 48%. Boden Skunberg is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 14.3. Meanwhile, Andrew Morgan also brings a PPG average of 13.2 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the North Dakota State defense is giving up an average of 74.1 points per contest. North Dakota State's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the South Dakota State offense to knock down 48% of their shots on their way to putting up 78 points.</p><h3>Can St. Thomas (MN) Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) comes into today's game against North Dakota State as 5.5-point favorites. They have a 12-8 record as the favorite this season and have gone 10-3 at home.</p>

<p>The Tommies have won their last two games and have gone 8-2 in their last 10 home games. On the season, they are averaging a scoring margin of +9.5 points per game at home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, St. Thomas has gone 9-11 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS record is 7-6. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Tommies are 5-5.</p><p>St. Thomas' over/under record this season is 13-15. Today's line of 135 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (139.1). So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than 135. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 146 points.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 83 points versus Denver. This output is higher than their season-average of 73.7 points per game. The St. Thomas (MN) offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 25.1 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 36% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the St. Thomas (MN) defense is giving up an average of 65.3 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, St. Thomas (MN)'s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.2% this season.</p>

North Dakota State Bison vs St. Thomas (MN) Tommies Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tribe versus the Pride? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at Mack Sports Complex in Hempstead, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and Hofstra is favored by -5.5 vs. William & Mary in a Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup.</p><h3>WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE VS HOFSTRA PRIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hofstra Pride -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mack Sports Complex at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOFSTRA PRIDE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Pride.</li><li>Not only will Hofstra pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog William & Mary?</h3><h3>William & Mary Tribe Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>William & Mary improved to 4-7 on the season with an 82-76 home win over Navy on Sunday, December 29th. The Tribe entered the game as -7.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 158.5.</p> <p>William & Mary led 41-33 at halftime and scored 41 points again in the 2nd half, though they allowed Navy to score 43 points after the break.</p><p>William & Mary put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 13 of 33 threes for a 39.4% mark. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.3%, thanks in part to a 62.1% performance on two-point shots.</p> <p>The Tribe dished out 20 assists, with Aidan Kehoe grabbing 11 rebounds and adding 4 assists. Keller Boothby, Gabe Dorsey, and Austin Benigni each scored 16 points, with Boothby hitting 4 of 6 threes.</p><p>William & Mary struggled defensively, giving up 76 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opponent to hit 62% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 29 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tribe's defense allowed 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They sent the opponent to the line 14 times, where they made 7 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Pride Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Hofstra fell to 6-5 on the season after a 75-69 road loss to Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Pride, who were -1.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hofstra trailed 36-32 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 27 points. However, they managed only 31 points themselves after the break. The game’s total points of 144 went over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Hofstra's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-16, and were perfect from the free-throw line, making all 17 attempts. The Pride managed only 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 10 assists.</p> <p>Jean Aranguren led the way with 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 50% from the field. Amarri Monroe added 20 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 26.1% overall. Paul Otieno contributed 17 points and 14 boards, while Cruz Davis struggled, hitting only 23.5% of his shots.</p><p>Despite Hofstra's strong defensive effort, they allowed 75 points in their previous game. The Pride held their opponents to just 29% shooting from the field, with 22 made baskets on 75 attempts.</p> <p>Hofstra limited their opponents to 34% shooting on two-point attempts (16/47) and 21% from beyond the arc (6/28). However, they sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 25 free throws at a 73% rate. Hofstra also gave up 23 offensive rebounds.</p>

William & Mary Tribe vs Hofstra Pride NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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<p>At 6:45 PM ET, the Marlins and Nationals face off in an NL East matchup. This one is taking place at Nationals Park in Washington, DC, and the Nationals are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -182 compared to the Marlins at +152. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs.</p>

<p>BSFL will be televising this matchup, and the Marlins are looking to snap a three-game losing streak. However, they are just 54-92 this season. As for the Nationals, they are 65-80 and 4th in the NL East. Darren McCaughan is starting for the Marlins, while the Nationals are going with Mitchell Parker.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS WASHINGTON NATIONALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 9 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 6:45 ET on Thursday, September 12th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS NATIONALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Nationals winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami closed out their series vs. the Pirates with a 3-1 loss. The Marlins were the +130 underdog on the road. Things started off well for the Marlins, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Pirates scored twice in the bottom of the first.</p>

<p>Jonathan Bermudez got the start for the Marlins and took the loss. He only lasted two innings, giving up three earned runs. Offensively, the Marlins only had one fewer hit than the Pirates but scored just one run. Cristian Pache had two hits and drove in the team's only run.</p><p>Miami is on the road today, taking on the Nationals, and they are 5th in the NL East, 34 games behind the Phillies for the division lead. Overall, the Marlins are 54-92, and they have dropped three straight games heading into today's matchup.</p>

<p>So far, the Marlins are just 16-29 against other NL East teams. At home, they are 28-47 compared to 26-45 on the road. As the underdog, the Marlins are 50-78 this year, and they have dropped three straight as the underdog.</p><p>When the Marlins are on the road, they have been a solid bet against the run line, going 36-35 this season. However, they have failed to cover in their last two road games, and they are just 2-16 against the run line as the favorite. They are 66-62 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>Today's over/under line is set at 9 runs as the Miami Marlins face the Washington Nationals. The Marlins have had an over/under record of 79-63 this season, and their games have averaged exactly 9.0 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 9 runs, the Marlins have gone 4-13-1, and only 6.2% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs or higher.</p><p>Miami is sending right-hander Darren McCaughan to the mound today as he faces the Nationals on the road. He has made two starts and seven appearances this year, finishing with a no-decision in each of his last four outings. McCaughan's ERA for the season is 7.40, and he has a WHIP of 1.85. So far, he has allowed six home runs and is coming off an outing in which he gave up two homers. Opponents are batting .333 this year off McCaughan. In his most recent outing, he gave up two earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Marlins are 29th in the league in scoring at just 3.8 runs per game. They have been even worse on the road, averaging only 3.4 runs per contest. Miami's team batting average of .241 is 13th in the league, and they have the 13th fewest strikeouts in the league. However, they are last in the league in walks and have the 23rd on-base percentage in the league.</p>

<p>Jake Burger is the Marlins' top power hitter this season, as his 25 homers is 15th in the league. He is also 1st on the team with 61 RBIs. However, he is batting just .239 for the season. Jesus Sanchez is hitting .246 for the season and is 2nd on the team with 17 homers.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Braves, the Nationals closed out the series with a 5-1 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at +147. Offensively, the Nationals scored their five runs on 13 hits and only hit one home run.</p>

<p>Jake Irvin put together a good start for the Nationals, going six innings and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. Washington's offense was carried by CJ Abrams, who went 2/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Washington is 65-80 overall and 4th in the NL East as they trail the Phillies by 22.5 games for the division lead. So far, they are 20-22 against other NL East teams. The Nationals are 33-38 at home compared to a 32-42 mark on the road.</p>

<p>The Nationals' series record is 17-23-6, and they are 4-6 across their last 10 games. As the underdog, Washington has gone 53-68 this season, and they are an even 12-12 as the favorite.</p><p>The Nationals have been a solid run line bet this season, going 81-64, including a 38-33 mark at home. They have been a better bet on the road, going 43-31, compared to 38-33 at home. They have been a better bet as an underdog, going 70-51 compared to 11-13 as a favorite. The average run differential in their wins is +3.4, while it is -3.8 in their losses.</p><p>At Nationals Park, the over/under line for today's game between the Washington Nationals and Miami Marlins is set at 9 runs. The Nationals' games have averaged exactly 9.0 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 70-70 overall. When the line has been set at 9 runs, their games have gone over 14 times, under 18 times, and pushed 3 times. Overall, 60.7% of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's 9-run total.</p><p>Left-hander Mitchell Parker gets the start for the Nationals today vs. the Marlins. He has made 26 starts this season and has a record of 7-9 with a 4.43 ERA. Parker's WHIP for the season is 1.31, and opponents are batting .256 off him this year. In his last outing, Parker finished with a no-decision, giving up four earned runs in 3 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he had lost three straight starts. Parker's ERA at home is 3.76 compared to 11.06 on the road.</p><p>Washington's offense is averaging 4.2 runs per game this season, which is 21st in the league. They have been slightly better on the road, averaging 4.3 runs per contest. The Nationals are 11th in the league in batting average, hitting a combined .245. However, they are near the bottom of the league in home runs and have the 19th slugging percentage in the league.</p>

<p>CJ Abrams is the Nationals' leader in home runs this season, but he has struggled at the plate of late, going just 5/31 in his last eight games. Luis Garcia Jr. comes into the game with a batting average of .284 and is 2nd on the team with 63 RBIs. Over his last nine games, Andres Chaparro has two home runs but is batting just .229.</p>

Miami Marlins vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction 9/12/24

<p>The Hockey Club and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Flames being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Stun the Crowd at Scotiabank Saddledome?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-15-6 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5. Utah, as the underdog, failed to cover the puck line.</p> <p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas tied it up with 0:01 left in the second period. The Golden Knights then scored the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal, finding the net three times in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Ian Cole scored his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot netted his second goal of the year at 13:10 in the third period, tying the game 3-3.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to two. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored three unanswered goals, with the first two coming late in the second period and the third at 5:37 in the third. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%, while Utah's defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Calgary Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to Edmonton dropped them to 18-12-7 this season. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score reaching 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up in the third before the Oilers pulled away. The Flames’ goals came from Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich.</p><p>Calgary’s offense came up empty in the first period, but Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second. Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third period.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 22 giveaways. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, while Mikael Backlund added his 4th assist. Kevin Bahl also contributed with his 5th assist on Sharangovich’s goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period, including one just 20 seconds in. After the Flames tied the game at 2-2, they conceded a power-play goal at the 9:50 mark of the third period and an empty-netter with three seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Seahawks game? Catch the action at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC, as the Seahawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Towson.</p><h3>TOWSON TIGERS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCW Seahawks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will UNCW pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Towson improved to 4-8 on the season with a 70-65 win over Bryant on Sunday, December 22nd. The Tigers were favored by 4 points going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Towson led 33-28 at halftime and matched Bryant's 37 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 135, which was under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Towson's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, with a tough night from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 24 threes (20.8%). Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 52.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Earl Timberlake led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 47.6% overall. Barry Evans and Tyler Tejada each added 18 points, with Evans hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Towson also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists, with Timberlake contributing 4 of those.</p><p>Despite giving up 14 offensive rebounds, Towson held their opponent to 65 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Tigers allowed 52% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team making 21 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>Towson's defense shined on the perimeter, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. From the free-throw line, the other team went 13/17, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Can The Seahawks Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 8-3 on the season with an 85-74 win over UNC Asheville on Saturday. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>UNCW took control early, leading 44-30 at halftime. While they scored 41 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points to the Bulldogs, making the game closer than the first half suggested.</p><p>UNCW's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 21 from deep, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 21 of 28 for 75%.</p> <p>Jordan Marsh led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, while Nolan Hodge added 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Donovan Newby contributed 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, and Kameron Taylor was efficient, shooting 80% from the field for 18 points in 24 minutes.</p><p>UNCW's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field, hitting 28 of 58 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, as the other team made 20 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNCW's defense saw their opponents connect on 8 of 21 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 75%. UNCW allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Towson Tigers vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Boilermakers and Golden Gophers game? Catch the action at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN, as the Golden Gophers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on FS1. In this Big Ten matchup, Purdue is favored bt -6.5 vs. Minnesota. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE BOILERMAKERS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Golden Gophers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Not only will Minnesota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Boilermakers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Purdue improved to 9-4 on the season with an 83-64 win over Toledo on Sunday. Playing at home, the Boilermakers were -20.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Purdue led 39-28 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. Though they didn’t cover the spread, the Boilermakers controlled the game and picked up another win.</p><p>Purdue put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 60% of their two-point attempts and hit 35.7% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 28 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 73.3%, hitting 11 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Braden Smith led the way with 34 points and 12 assists, shooting 54.5% overall and 46.2% from three (6/13). Trey Kaufman-Renn added 23 points, making 11 of 14 shots, while Fletcher Loyer contributed 17 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Even though Purdue gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts, where they went 21/35. From beyond the arc, Purdue's defense allowed 10 threes on 28 attempts, a 35% shooting rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Purdue's opponent shot 73%, making 11 out of 15 attempts. Purdue also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Golden Gophers Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Minnesota improved to 8-5 on the season with a 90-68 win over Morgan State on Sunday. The Golden Gophers were heavy favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the -24 spread. The game’s total points hit 158, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.</p> <p>Minnesota took control early, leading 55-37 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 35 points while allowing 31, showing a more balanced but less dominant performance after the break.</p><p>In their last game, Minnesota's offense put up 90 points, shooting 51.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%. They hit 13 threes at a 44.8% clip, and connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 25 points and 4 assists, while Mike Mitchell Jr. added 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 from deep. Dawson Garcia contributed 18 points, making 4 of 5 threes, and Parker Fox shot 80% from the field in limited minutes.</p><p>Even with Minnesota's defense giving up 68 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field, including 58% on two-point attempts. The Golden Gophers allowed 31 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota's defense gave up 13 threes on 29 attempts, a 44% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they hit 15 free throws, shooting 62%. The Golden Gophers allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Purdue Boilermakers vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Roadrunners versus the Fighting Hawks? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND. UTSA is the -1 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against North Dakota. The over/under for the game is set at 154.5 points.</p><h3>UTSA ROADRUNNERS VS NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota Fighting Hawks +1</p><p>This game will be played at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Fighting Hawks.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</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>Do the Roadrunners Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>UTSA improved to 3-5 on the season with an 80-76 home win over North Dakota on Friday, December 13th. The Roadrunners were -7.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>UTSA led 43-38 at halftime and scored 37 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game were 156, just over the O/U line of 154.</p><p>UTSA put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.8%. They were dominant inside, hitting 63.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Primo Spears led the way with 28 points, shooting 64.7% overall. Dariyus Woodson added 21 points, hitting 5 threes at a 41.7% clip. Damari Monsanto also contributed from deep, making 4 threes and finishing with 12 points and 4 assists.</p><p>UTSA's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 31 of 65 shots. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, making 63% of their two-point attempts, going 23/36.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 27%, connecting on 8 of 29 attempts. UTSA sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10, shooting 76%. The Roadrunners allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will North Dakota Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>North Dakota Fighting Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Dakota dropped to 3-8 on the season after an 80-76 road loss to UTSA on Friday, December 13th. The Fighting Hawks were +7.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-38 at halftime, North Dakota allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 156, just over the O/U line of 154.</p><p>In their latest game, North Dakota put up 76 points despite shooting just 38.8% from the field and 31% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 50% of their attempts.</p> <p>Primo Spears led the way with 28 points on 11-of-17 shooting, while Dariyus Woodson added 21 points, knocking down 5 threes. The Fighting Hawks grabbed 23 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists in the win.</p><p>North Dakota's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 47% shooting. The Fighting Hawks allowed 31 field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, North Dakota's defense was particularly vulnerable, with their opponent hitting 63% of their two-point shots (23/36). They did better against the three, holding the other team to 27% shooting (8/29).</p>

UTSA Roadrunners vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Roos and Coyotes game? Catch the action at Sanford Coyote Sports Center in Vermillion, SD, as the Coyotes hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on Summ. Kansas City is favored by -2.5 in this Summit conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota Coyotes +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sanford Coyote Sports Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Coyotes.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Kansas City Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>As they prepare for their 28th game of the season, Kansas City holds a 12-15 record. In their 13 away games, the Roos have gone 3-10, while at home they are 6-5. Before today's game, Kansas City holds a 12-12 ATS record. In their last ten games, Kansas City has covered the spread in 4 of them, going 4-1 ATS.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Kansas City have had an average of 143.2 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 140.2 points. Their over/under record is 12-11-1. The Roos have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last three games, with their games averaging 136 points per game.</p><p>In their previous game, the Roos' offense finished with 72 points, which is right in line with their current average of 71.9 points per contest. On the offensive front, the Roos have a season-long field goal percentage of 42%, ranking 314th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 208th in terms of percentage and 69th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Roos' defense is positioned 125th in the country, permitting 70.3 points per game. Kansas City will look once again to perform well on defense, holding South Dakota State to just 38% shooting in their most recent game.</p><h3>Can South Dakota Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>This will be South Dakota's 28th game of the season and they come into it with a 10-17 record. On the road, the Coyotes have gone 4-11, and they are 3-6 at home this season. In terms of South Dakota's performance against the spread, they come into today's game with a 12-12 ATS record. In their past five games, the team has a solid 4-1 ATS record.</p><p>South Dakota comes in with an over/under record of 13-11-0 through 27 games, with their games averaging a combined 156.2 points per game so far. The Coyotes have an over/under record of 3-0 in their last three games, with their games averaging 171 points per game.</p><p>South Dakota's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. St. Thomas (MN), finishing the game with a total of 80 points. Their season average is now 76.4 points per game. Offensively, the Coyotes hold a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, placing them 162nd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 49th in terms of percentage and 137th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into the game, South Dakota will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 79.1 points per game (313rd). The South Dakota defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 83 points and allowed St. Thomas (MN) to connect on 9 threes.</p>

Kansas City Roos vs South Dakota Coyotes Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Thunder (-443) will host the Clippers (+341) in a Western Conference matchup. Oklahoma City is currently on a 12-game win streak and is favored by 9.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City and can be seen on FDSO.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-112 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.8% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Clippers Have What it Takes in Oklahoma City?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 19-14 on the season after a 122-86 road loss to the Spurs on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles lost by 36 points, failing to cover the spread. The combined score of 208 points was below the O/U line of 219.</p> <p>San Antonio took control with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 52-36 to 62-36. The Clippers couldn’t recover, as the Spurs outscored them 31-17 in the 1st quarter and 32-26 in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, Los Angeles trailed 91-63, and the Spurs finished strong, outscoring them 31-23 in the final period.</p><p>In their 122-86 loss to the Spurs, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 26.8% from three-point range, making 11 threes. James Harden led the way with 17 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Norman Powell added 15 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Amir Coffey contributed 14 points, scoring 7 in the 4th. Harden also hit 2 threes at a 33.3% rate.</p><p>The Clippers struggled defensively, giving up 122 points to the Spurs, who shot 49% from the field. Los Angeles allowed 31 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, with 32 points in the 2nd and 28 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Despite the loss, the Clippers did well in limiting San Antonio’s three-point shooting, holding them to 22% with just 9 made threes. The Spurs went 17/19 from the free-throw line. The Clippers recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Thunder Win at Paycom Center?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 27-5 on the season with a 113-105 win over the Timberwolves on Tuesday. Oklahoma City, favored by seven points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 218 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 216.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma City took control with a 13-0 run, turning a 65-55 deficit into a 68-65 lead. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring Minnesota 43-23, and entered the 4th quarter up 89-75, holding off the Timberwolves’ late push.</p><p>In the Thunder's win over the Timberwolves, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 40 points, shooting 65.2% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip. Luguentz Dort contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 57.1%, while Isaiah Hartenstein added 15 points and 10 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Thunder shot 47.2% from the field and made 12 threes at 33.3%. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 19 points in the 3rd quarter, while Hartenstein added 9 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Thunder defense held the Timberwolves to 105 points, despite Minnesota shooting 49% from the field. Oklahoma City gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter and 28 in the 2nd, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 23 points. The Timberwolves scored 30 in the 4th, but the Thunder still secured the win.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Minnesota hit 15 threes at a 39% clip. The Timberwolves also went 12/12 from the free-throw line. The Thunder finished with 28 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 16 steals.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Pirates and Cougars game? Catch the action at TD Arena in Charleston, SC, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Charleston is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Hampton.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hampton improved to 5-5 on the season with an 83-67 win over Howard on Saturday, December 28th. The Pirates, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 31-23 at halftime, Hampton’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44 points to Howard.</p><p>Hampton put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and hitting 41.9% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, and they also shot 83.3% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pirates dished out 19 assists, with Noah Farrakhan contributing 7 assists along with 17 points. Kyrese Mullen added 9 rebounds and hit 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Hampton's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws at an 83% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from three-point range. The Pirates also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Charleston improved to 9-3 on the season with an 84-81 road win over Charlotte on Wednesday. Despite being -5.5 favorites, the Cougars didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 46-31 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 themselves, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Charleston put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.2%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes (8/28).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 32 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field. Jaehshon Thomas added 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three, while AJ Smith contributed 17 points, connecting on 50% of his threes (2/4).</p><p>Even with Charleston allowing 81 points, they held the opposing team to just 39% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 19 two-pointers on 36 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense limited the other team to 22% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 27 attempts. The Cougars also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25, shooting 75%.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Joe Ryan and the Twins (28-24) will host the Royals (34-20) today at Target Field in Minneapolis, with the game getting started at 2:10 PM ET. There does appear to be a chance of rain in the forecast in Minneapolis on Monday.</p>

<p>Minnesota comes into the game as the heavy favorite, with their money line odds sitting at -168, while the Royals are at +143. Today's over/under line is at 8 runs, and the game can be seen on BSN.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS KANSAS CITY ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -168</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 2:10 ET on Monday, May 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Royals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>To close out their series vs. the Rays, the Royals fell by a score of 4-1. Kansas City was the +106 underdog on the money line going into this matchup. Things started off well for the Royals, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Rays scored three times in the bottom of the first.</p>

<p>Michael Wacha put together a good start for the Royals, going six innings and giving up just two earned runs, and picking up seven K's. However, he took the loss, as the Royals could only score one run. Bobby Witt Jr. had the team's only other good performance at the plate, going 2/5 with a homer.</p><p>Kansas City is 34-20 overall and 2nd in the AL Central, 2.5 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. The Royals will be on the road today to take on the Twins, with their overall division record sitting at 11-5. The Royals closed out their series vs. the Rays with a win and are 8-2 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Royals have gone 21-8 this year, and they are just above .500 at 13-12 on the road. So far, they have been good as the favorite, putting up an 18-6 mark and 16-14 as the underdog. Kansas City's overall series record is 10-7, and they have won three straight series.</p><p>When the Royals win, they tend to do so by a comfortable margin, as their average run differential in victories is 4.1 runs per game. This has helped them to a 35-19 record against the run line this season, including a 20-9 mark at home. As the favorite, they are 15-9 against the run line, while as the underdog, they are 20-10. Overall, their average run differential this season is +1.5 runs per game.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are on the road against the Minnesota Twins today. The O/U line for the game is set at 8 runs. The Royals have been involved in games with an average of 8.3 runs per game this season. Their O/U record for the season is 22-30, and when the O/U line is set at 8 runs, their record is 6-4-1. So far this season, 59.3% of their games have had an O/U line set at over 8 runs.</p><p>Kansas City is sending right-hander Alec Marsh to the mound today as he faces the Twins on the road. Marsh has made eight starts this year and has a record of 4-1 with an ERA of 2.72. In his 43 innings of work, he has issued just 2.51 walks per nine innings compared to 7.53 strikeouts. Marsh has turned in two quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he gave up three earned runs in six innings of work. He did come away with the win in that outing. Before that, he had given up a homer in three straight starts.</p>
<p>Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. have been two of the Royals' top power threats this season, as they both have nine home runs, which is 9th in the league. Perez is batting .325 for the season, and Witt Jr. is hitting .307. Witt Jr. has been especially hot of late, going 12/29 in his last seven games, including four homers. Maikel Garcia is also on a hot streak, going 13/32 in his last seven games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Royals are 6th in scoring at 4.9 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.5 runs per contest. Overall, they are one of the best-hitting teams in the league, batting .252, and have the 6th best slugging percentage in the league.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Rangers, the Twins closed out the series with a 6-2 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead of -169 on the money line going into the game. The Twins scored their only two runs in the 4th inning and allowed the Rangers to score six unanswered runs to close things out. Minnesota's offense wasted a good start from Pablo Lopez, who took the loss, going 4 2/3 innings and giving up six earned runs.</p>

<p>Carlos Correa was hot at the plate, going 2/4 with a run scored and an RBI. However, the Twins really could have used a big game from him, as they scored just two runs. Pablo Lopez took the loss out of the bullpen, as the Twins allowed three runs in the top of the 9th to blow their lead.</p><p>Minnesota is 3rd in the AL Central, trailing the Guardians by 7.5 games. Overall, they are 28-24 and have gone 12-10 against other teams in the AL Central. The Twins are playing at home today, and they are 13-12 at home this season.</p>

<p>So far, the Twins have been good as the favorite, going 23-12, but they are just 5-12 as the underdog. Minnesota's overall series record is 9-6-2, and they have won two straight series. Their overall record includes going 15-12 on the road.</p><p>The Twins have been a solid bet against the run line this season, as they've covered in 25 of their 52 games. They've been especially good on the road, going 15-12 against the run line. They've been a slight underdog in most of those games, going 8-9 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>The Twins' over/under record is 23-27, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, their record is 4-7-2. The combined run average in their games this season is 8.8 runs, and 38.5% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 runs. They are playing the Royals today at home, and the over/under line for the game is 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Joe Ryan is getting the start for the Twins today vs. the Royals and comes into the game with a record of 3-3 and ERA of 3.15. Looking at his overall numbers, Ryan has made 10 starts, and opponents are batting .215 this season. He has turned in seven quality starts and is averaging 9.6 strikeouts per nine innings. In his most recent outing, Ryan didn't allow a run in seven innings of work vs. the Nationals. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight starts. Ryan has been much better on the road, coming in with an ERA of 1.49 compared to 5.06 at home.</p><p>Over the Twins' last nine games, both Carlos Correa and Jose Miranda have gone 9/30, with Miranda driving in three runs and Correa hitting two home runs. Alex Kirilloff has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 5/17 with three homers in his last eight games. For the season, Ryan Jeffers is leading the team with 10 homers, which is 8th best in the league, and his 33 RBIs are 12th in the MLB.</p>

<p>Minnesota's offense has been better on the road this season, averaging 5.1 runs per game, which is 3rd in the league. Overall, they are 13th in the league at 4.4 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .231, but are 9th in the league in homers and have the 4th best isolated power mark in the league.</p>

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