The way that Dustin Johnson has been playing lately, we may not have a whole lot of drama coming this week at East Lake Golf Club in the TOUR Championship. Johnson will start with a two-shot lead over Jon Rahm and he is the +160 favorite at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a> to take down the title.

The top 30 in the FedEx Cup standings are on hand at East Lake. Players get a head start on their scores based on where they rank in the standings, so DJ is the clear favorite because he starts at 10-under. Rahm is the second favorite at +270 because he starts at 8-under. Justin Thomas is the third favorite at +550 because he starts at 7-under and on down from there.

We’ll break it all down for you, but here are the odds from MyBookie for the TOUR Championship:
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<td width="295">DUSTIN JOHNSON</td>
<td width="295">+160</td>
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<td width="295">JON RAHM</td>
<td width="295">+270</td>
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<td width="295">JUSTIN THOMAS</td>
<td width="295">+550</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">WEBB SIMPSON</td>
<td width="295">+1100</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">COLLIN MORIKAWA</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">BRYSON DECHAMBEAU</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
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<td width="295">RORY MCILROY</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">XANDER SCHAUFFELE</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">DANIEL BERGER</td>
<td width="295">+2800</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">HIDEKI MATSUYAMA</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">HARRIS ENGLISH</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">PATRICK REED</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">TONY FINAU</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">BRENDON TODD</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">SUNGJAE IM</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">TYRRELL HATTON</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">SEBASTIAN MUNOZ</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">JOAQUIN NIEMANN</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN KISNER</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">BILLY HORSCHEL</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">VIKTOR HOVLAND</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">ABRAHAM ANCER</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">LANTO GRIFFIN</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">RYAN PALMER</td>
<td width="295">+22500</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">CAMERON CHAMP</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">CAMERON SMITH</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">MACKENZIE HUGHES</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">KEVIN NA</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">MARC LEISHMAN</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3><strong><u>Format</u></strong></h3>
As mentioned, players are given a starting score based on their standings. Johnson is the best at 10-under. Cameron Smith, Viktor Hovland, Mackenzie Hughes, Cameron Champ, and Billy Horschel all start at even par. That means that they are already trailing by 10 shots by the time they hit the first tee.

Marc Leishman, Kevin Na, Ryan Palmer, Abraham Ancer, and Kevin Kisner are all 1-under. Tony Finau, Tyrrell Hatton, Joaquin Niemann, Scottie Scheffler, and Lanto Griffin start at 2-under. Sebastian Munoz, Xander Schauffele, Patrick Reed, Rory McIlroy, and Brendon Todd all start at 3-under.

Hideki Matsuyama, Sungjae Im, Bryson DeChambeau, Harris English, and Daniel Berger start at 4-under. Collin Morikawa is at 5-under, Webb Simpson is at 6-under, and the aforementioned trio of Thomas, Rahm, and DJ are 7-under, 8-under, and 10-under, respectively.
<h3><strong><u>Course</u></strong></h3>
East Lake Golf Club is another bomber’s course. After how hard Medinah played last week for the BMW Championship, I have to think that this week’s course plays a little friendlier with the playoff title on the line. East Lake checks in as a par 70 over 7,300 yards. We only had two par 5s last week at Medinah and the winning score was 4-under from Rahm after his playoff victory against DJ.

Rory McIlroy won last year. He was 5-under going into the tournament and played to 13-under over his 72 holes. He won by four shots over Xander Schauffele.

Approach shots will be a big deal here. Players that put themselves in bad spots around the green are going to have trouble and there are a lot of players that will be trying to make up strokes from the start. There are a lot of greenside hazards and chances to get short-sided on this course. That requires precision on approach. Power off the tee certainly helps so guys can swing short irons and wedges into the greens instead of longer irons that may not land as softly on what will likely be some hard greens.
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<h3><strong><u>Yay or Neigh?</u></strong></h3>
Matchups are the best way to bet this tournament. Picking a winner means handicapping with those head start scores and that is a challenging thing to do. You’ll want to look for guys that either fit the course profile or have had some success here before and play them in matchups and 3-balls.

The current scoring format was new for last season, so the past finishes here are true outside of 2019. In 2019, you have to parse out the head starts that these guys received.

Hideki Matsuyama has played really well here with three top-10 finishes in his last four tries. Matsuyama is not a great putter, as we all know, but bomber’s courses are right up his alley. He was fourth in 2018 and fifth in 2016 with the old format, when this was just a regular golf tournament.

Xander Schauffele was the winner here back in 2017 and the runner-up last year. He really likes this course and seems to play well here. Rory is a two-time winner, including last year. Billy Horschel actually won this event back in 2014, but that was before the scoring change.

Justin Thomas has four top-seven finishes in his East Lake starts and would be the only player outside of the top two that I would look at to win this game. JT is 7-under to start the round and plays exceptionally well here. He has not been in good form recently, but he’s a guy that can flip the switch and win every week.
<h3><strong><u>Stats Handicap</u></strong></h3>
This is tough, but we’ll do the best we can here. Rory rolled over the field in SG: Off-the-Tee in this tournament last year. The only guys close to him in SG: Tee-to-Green were Schauffele and Chez Reavie. Paul Casey was a distant fourth.

Last week, Joaquin Niemann was first in SG: T2G and did really well on approach with the irons. Matsuyama was second and actually putted well, though he scrambled extremely well to give himself a chance at making more putts. DJ was third in SG: T2G.

Nobody drove the ball exceedingly well, but Jason Kokrak led the field in SG: OTT. He was tied for sixth, even though he shot even par. Kokrak is a guy that can put it out there and is definitely worth a look in matchups at this event.

DJ was flag hunting last week on approach again, as he led the field in SG: Approach. Danny Lee was second, but he couldn’t make a putt to save his life. Joaquin Niemann was third in SG: Approach. A lot of top players had an off week in SG: Approach. We’ll see if they can do better this week.
<h3><strong><u>Picks</u></strong></h3>
Dustin Johnson doesn’t play overly well at East Lake, so he could be a vulnerable favorite, though his approach shots over the last three events have been splendid. Justin Thomas is about the longest long shot I’d look at over DJ or Rahm and he’s not even that big of a price.

Matchups are the way to look, though, and guys like Kokrak and Schauffele are fine looks this week, as Kokrak can drive the ball well and Schauffele simply plays extremely well here.

For more on the TOUR Championship, check out this video from our good friend Brian Blessing:

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPLZnEEGNKs[/embed]

2020 TOUR Championship Golf Betting Odds & Picks

<p>Planning on watching today's Eagles and Lancers game? Catch the action at Joan Perry Brock Center in Farmville, VA, as the Lancers hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Longwood as the -1 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 143 points.</p><h3>WINTHROP EAGLES VS LONGWOOD LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Longwood Lancers -1</p><p>This game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LONGWOOD LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will Longwood pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Eagles Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Winthrop is 15-10 overall and 6-4 in the Big South, and they are coming off a 67-46 win over Charleston Southern. The Eagles have gone 5-5 on the road this season, and they are 1-2 in their last three road games.</p>

<p>As an underdog, Winthrop is 0-7 this season, and they are 15-10 overall. Their average scoring margin on the road is -1.8 points per game compared to +8.9 at home.</p><p>Winthrop has an ATS record of 9-13 this season, including a mark of 5-7 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last three road games, the Eagles have gone just 1-2 ATS and they are 2-5 vs. the spread as the underdog this year. In their last 10 games as the underdog, Winthrop has a record of just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Winthrop's over/under record for the season is 11-11 and today's line of 143 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (146.5). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points and their OU record in their last 10 games is 7-3.</p><p>Against Charleston Southern, the Winthrop had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 78.5 points per game. They scored 67 points and posted a field goal percentage of 42.4% in the game. Kelton Talford is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 14.1 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, K.J. Doucet brings a PPG average of 12.6 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Winthrop defense is giving up an average of 69.9 points per contest. So far, the Winthrop defense is giving up an average of 9.9 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.1 times per game (598th).</p><h3>Are the Lancers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Longwood has lost four straight games and is 14-11 overall this season. They have gone 2-8 in conference play and 12-3 outside of the Big South.</p>

<p>At home, the Lancers are 7-3 this season and have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games at home. They are favored by one point today and have gone 11-6 this season when favored.</p><p>Longwood's ATS record this season is currently 9-13, and they are 7-10 vs. the spread in games they have been favored in. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Lancers are just 3-7. At home, Longwood is 4-6 vs. the spread this year, and they have gone 0-3 ATS in their last three home games.</p><p>Longwood's over/under record for the season sits at 11-11, and today's line of 143 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (140.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>Longwood offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 64 points against USC Upstate. In that game, they made 6/20 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 38.6%. Coming into the game, the Lancers offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 31%. On average, they get up 16.6 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 15.5 made free-throws.</p><p>At this time, the Lancers' defense is positioned 47th in the country, permitting 66.5 points per game. In their previous game vs. USC Upstate, the Spartans finished with a field goal percentage of 38% and a total of 69 points vs. Longwood.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

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<p>Sunday, November 12th was a very interesting day for teams in the AFC North Division and the battle for the top spot just continues to heat up. Not only is first place in the AFC North Division up for grabs, but all four of these teams can still reach the postseason as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>All four teams in the AFC North were involved in some late game drama in Week 10, and those results had a big impact on the standings. Here is a look at the future odds to win the AFC North, and the bet prediction that you should be making <a href="/s/betdsi/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">over at BetDSI</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-look-at-the-standings">A Look at the Standings</h2>



<p>Through 10 weeks of the NFL season, all four of the teams in the AFC North are now sitting above the .500 mark. The Baltimore Ravens are leading the race with a record of 7-3, and they have already played four division games.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Cleveland Browns went into Baltimore and stunned the Ravens with a last second field goal and also moved their own record to 6-3 on the year. Just like the Ravens, the Browns have gone 2-2 inside of the division this season.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The biggest surprise this season has been the Pittsburgh Steelers as they are sitting at 6-3 on the year as well. Pittsburgh held serve to beat the Green Bay Packers on Sunday for a big win, and this team is a perfect 2-0 against divisional opponents.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Cincinnati now has some serious work to do after losing to the Houston Texans on Sunday. The Bengals are still sitting at 5-4, but they are also 0-2 in the AFC North this season.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-here-are-the-odds">Here Are the Odds</h2>



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<p>Baltimore is now a betting favorite to win this division at +125, and there is a decent gap between them and the Cleveland Browns at +225. Cleveland looked to be out of the race heading into Sunday, but things have shifted with that win in Baltimore.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Cincinnati Bengals saw their odds drop in a big way with that Week 10 loss as they are now at +400 to win the AFC North. This certainly doesn’t eliminate them from contention, but it would be considered a shock for them to win the division title.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Finally, the Pittsburgh Steelers have odds set at +550 as it’s still hard to know what to make of this game. Pittsburgh is currently sitting at 6-3, but they are going to have to continue to prove that they can get the job done.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ravens-get-it-done">Ravens Get it Done</h2>



<p>Heading into Week 10 of the NFL season, it looked as if the Cincinnati Bengals were getting ready to make a big move in the division race. Cincinnati had solid odds to win the AFC North and they were the right wager to make.&nbsp;</p>



<p>That’s no longer the case as Cincinnati is running out of time to make up a two-game difference with the Ravens. Baltimore did not look like themselves in Week 10, but they have clearly been the best overall team in this division.&nbsp;</p>



<p>You aren’t going to get a ton of value when betting on the Baltimore Ravens to win the AFC North, but that has to be the direction that you are going to want to go. Bet on the Ravens at +125 to figure this out and claim a division title. </p>



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

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

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

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

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-207) will host the New York Knicks (+171) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Knicks (35-25) are currently 4th in the East, while the Cavaliers (39-20) are 2nd. The over/under line for the game is 212.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland and can be seen on ESPN.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Sunday, March 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-101 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with Donovan Mitchell points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog New York?</h3><p>In their last game, the Knicks lost to the Warriors by a score of 110-99. The O/U line for the game was 223 points. This marked New York's 5th straight game going under the posted total.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Knicks are 32-28 this season, including a 16-13 record ATS on the road. They have failed to cover the spread in their last four games on the road and are 8- straight-up as the visiting team.</p>

<p>New York's O/U record for the season is 22-37-1, with the under hitting in each of their last five games. Today's O/U line of 212.5 is lower than the average line in their games this season (225.5).</p>

<p>For the season, the Knicks have an average scoring differential of +1.9 points per game on the road. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 4th place with a record of 35-25.</p>

<p>As underdogs, the Knicks are 9-18 straight-up and 11-16 ATS. In their last three games as underdogs, they have gone 0-3 straight-up and ATS. Today, they are getting 5 points against the Cavaliers.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Knicks are 20th in the league in scoring at 113.5 points per game. However, they have been better on the road, averaging 114.6 points compared to 112.6 at home.</p>

<p>New York has outscored the NBA average in just 43.3% of their games this season. They are also last in the league in pace at 95.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Knicks are 24th in field goal percentage at 46%. Inside the arc, they are 23rd in two-point shooting at 52%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Knicks' defense is giving up an average of 109.9 points per contest. The New York defense has allowed opponents to shoot 37.1% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.5% of their field goal attempts vs. New York.</p><h3>Do the Cavaliers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Today, the Cavaliers are favored by 5 points at home against the Knicks. This season, Cleveland has been favored in 41 of their 59 games and has a record of 31-10 in those games. As the favorite, they have an average scoring margin of +8.3 points per game.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record, the Cavaliers are 29-28 for the season and have gone 14-16 ATS at home. They have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games.</p>

<p>Looking at their O/U record, the Cavaliers are 27-31-1 for the season. In their last game against the Pistons, the final score was 110-100, which was well below the O/U line of 218.5. This season, the Cavaliers have averaged 224.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Currently, the Cavaliers are in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 39-20. Within the Central Division, they are in 1st place. In non-conference games, the Cavaliers are 13-6 and 26-14 against other Eastern Conference teams.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Cavaliers defeated the Pistons by a score of 110-100. They were favored by 7 points in that game, giving them the ATS win. The O/U line for that game was 218.5.</p><p>When playing at home, the Cavaliers are averaging 116.0 points per game (16th) compared to 113.2 on the road (19th). Overall, they are 15th in the league in scoring at 114.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Cleveland's offense has been efficient this season, ranking 12th in field goal percentage at 48%. In terms of pace, they are 20th in the league at 97.9 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Cavaliers have made an average of 13.5 three-pointers per game (9th). They are 17th in three-point shooting percentage at 36%. In terms of free throws, they are 22nd in makes (16.2) and 23rd in attempts (21.1).</p><p>This season, the Cavaliers defense has been impressive, holding the 2nd position in the league while permitting an average of 109.6 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Cavaliers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 51.5% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 36.0% from downtown.</p>

New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/3/24

<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Dons and Ramblers face off at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. The Ramblers are hosting the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. In this non-conference matchup, San Francisco is favored by -3 against Loyola Chicago. The over/under for the game is 139 points.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Chicago Ramblers +3</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 6:30 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Ramblers.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Chicago pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Dons Win on the Road?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 7-2 on the season with a 78-61 win over Saint Louis on Thursday. Playing at home, San Francisco entered the game as 9-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 139, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 33-29 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Billikens 45-32.</p><p>San Francisco's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 50.8% from the field and hitting 45.8% of their threes, finishing 11-for-24 from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61%, and they added 10 offensive rebounds and 15 assists.</p> <p>Malik Thomas led the way with 22 points, shooting 9-for-14 overall and 3-for-4 from three. Marcus Williams and Robbie Avila each dished out 5 assists, with Williams also contributing 15 points and hitting 3 of his 5 three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, the Dons allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts (19/35). San Francisco also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 7 of those attempts for 63%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Dons' defense conceded 11 threes on 24 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Loyola Chicago Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago improved to 7-0 on the season with a 74-72 win over South Florida on Saturday. Despite being -10.5 point favorites, the Ramblers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 146 narrowly missed the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago trailed 38-35 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring South Florida 39-34 to secure the win.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They hit 50% of their two-point attempts (20/40) but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% (6/21). At the free-throw line, the Ramblers shot 69.6% (16/23) and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds, dishing out 16 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jayden Reid led the way with 23 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 50% from three (4/8), while adding 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Kasen Jennings was perfect from deep, hitting 3/3 from three-point range, finishing with 13 points and 3 assists. Kymany Houinsou also shot over 70%, contributing 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago's defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points in their last game. The Ramblers allowed their opponents to shoot 42% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Loyola Chicago's defense allowed 20 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 50% shooting rate. From three-point range, their opponents shot 28%, making 6 of 21 attempts. The Ramblers also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 16 of those attempts, shooting 69%.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

<p>SECN will be covering the week three non-conference matchup between the Tennessee Volunteers and Kent State Golden Flashes, set for 7:45 ET at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville. Tennessee comes in with a 2-0 record, while Kent State is still looking for their first win of the season. The over/under is at 62.5 points, and Kent State is the -200 money line favorite.</p><h3>KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Volunteers -49</p><p>This game will be played at Neyland Stadium at 7:45 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Tennessee Volunteers winning this one by a score of 55 to 2</li><li>Not only do we have the Tennessee Volunteers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -49</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 62.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Kent State Golden Flashes Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Kent State is looking to bounce back after a 23-17 loss to St. Francis (PA) in their most recent game. This defeat put the Golden Flashes at 0-2 for the season, and they will be eager to get into the win column.</p><p></p><p>St. Francis (PA) took control early, jumping out to a 10-0 lead. Kent State fought back to make it 20-14 at halftime, but they managed only a field goal in the second half, resulting in a 23-17 loss. This game did not have any betting lines available.</p><p>In their 23-17 loss to St. Francis (PA), Kent State's offense put up 280 yards, with 202 of those coming through the air. Quarterback Devin Kargman completed 57.9% of his passes for 193 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception and finishing with a passer rating of 69.3. Luke Floriea was his top target, catching six passes for 92 yards.</p> 
<p>The Golden Flashes managed 16 first downs but struggled to establish the run, gaining just 78 yards on 26 carries. Ky Thomas led the team in rushing with 39 yards on 11 attempts.</p><p>Kent State's defense will need to tighten up after giving up 402 total yards in their last game. The majority of these yards came on the ground, as they allowed 207 rushing yards on 47 attempts. In the passing game, the Golden Flashes gave up 195 yards and one touchdown on 11 completions.</p><h3>Are The Tennessee Volunteers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Tennessee is now 2-0 after a dominant 51-10 road win over NC State. The Vols, favored by -8.5, not only won but also covered the spread. The over/under line was 59.5 points, and the teams combined for 61 points.</p><p></p><p>The Vols took control early, leading 7-0 after the first quarter. By halftime, they had extended their lead to 20-3, and they finished strong, adding 14 points in the fourth quarter to seal the win. This was a great win for Tennessee, as NC State was expected to be a tough opponent, but the Vols won by 41 points.</p><p>Quarterback Nico Iamaleava led Tennessee's offense in their 51-10 win over NC State, throwing for 211 yards and two touchdowns. He connected on 69.6% of his passes, but also threw two interceptions, finishing with a passer rating of 91.03.</p> 
<p>The Vols' offense totaled 460 yards, with 249 yards coming on the ground. Dylan Sampson was the leading rusher, gaining 132 yards on 20 carries and scoring two rushing touchdowns. Squirrel White led the receiving corps with two receptions for 67 yards.</p><p>Tennessee's defense was dominant in their most recent game, holding NC State to just 10 points and 143 total yards. The Volunteers' secondary was particularly strong, allowing only 104 passing yards on 15 completions and intercepting one pass. On the ground, Tennessee gave up just 39 yards rushing, and NC State managed only 10 first downs for the game.</p>

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