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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Pirates versus the 49ers? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at Halton Arena in Charlotte, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 130 points, and Charlotte is favored by -7 vs. East Carolina in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>EAST CAROLINA PIRATES VS CHARLOTTE 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates +7</p><p>This game will be played at Halton Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-71 in favor of the 49ers.</li><li>Even though we have Charlotte winning straight-up, we like East Carolina at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Offense Score Enough in Charlotte?</h3><p>East Carolina enters today's game against Charlotte as a 7-point underdog. The Pirates have gone 3-7 on the road this season, compared to 7-7 at home.</p>

<p>Overall, East Carolina is 11-11, including a 3-5 mark in American Athletic Conference play. They are coming off a 71-60 loss to South Florida.</p><p>East Carolina's ATS record for the season is 9-10-1, and they are 4-2 vs. the spread on the road this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Pirates have gone 6-4 ATS. In their last 3 road games, East Carolina is 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>East Carolina's over/under record this season is 7-13 and the average scoring total in their games is 137.2 points. Today's over/under line of 130 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (142.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 123 points and their OU record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the East Carolina offense tallied 60 points in a matchup against South Florida. Their field goal percentage for the game was 39.3%, and they made 5 threes. Russell Felton Jr. is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 16. Meanwhile, Ezra Ausar also brings a PPG average of 13.3 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the East Carolina defense is giving up an average of 68.1 points per contest. East Carolina's three-point defense is currently 129th in the country at 7.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 45.8% of their shots vs. East Carolina.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the 49ers Chances at Home</h3><p>Charlotte has been dominant at home this season, going 8-1 with an average scoring margin of +9.9 points per game. They have won their last five games at home and are 9-1 in their last 10 games at home. Overall, the 49ers have won seven straight games and have a record of 13-7.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Charlotte is 9-2 this season and has been favored in 11 of their 20 games. They have gone 7-1 in American Athletic Conference games compared to 6-6 in non-conference games. In their last game, the 49ers beat Tulane 75-71.</p><p>Charlotte has been outstanding against the spread this season, going 12-6-1. They have been even better vs. the spread at home, where they are 8-1 this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the 49ers have gone 7-2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 130 is slightly lower than the average over/under line in Charlotte's games this season (134.6). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Charlotte offense tallied 75 points in a matchup against Tulane. Their field goal percentage for the game was 42.6%, and they made 6 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Lu'Cye Patterson, who is averaging 14.2 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Igor Milicic Jr. also maintains a PPG average of 13.1 heading into game.</p><p>So far this season, the Charlotte defense has been performing well, ranking 29th in the country at 64.7 points allowed per contest. Charlotte's three-point defense is currently 52nd in the country at 5.9 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.2% of their shots vs. Charlotte.</p>

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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

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<p>Betting on today's Lightning and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Lightning picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Grab a Win in Chicago?</h3><p>After a 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning are now 25-18-3. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals. The 11 combined goals easily surpassed that number.</p> <p>Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but the Jets responded with seven of the game’s next nine goals. Four different Lightning players found the net in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point’s 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov netted his 10th, unassisted, at 13:09 in the third period.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, added another in the second, and their final goal came at 13:09 in the third period, tying the game at 4-4 before the Jets pulled away.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning gave up the first goal of the game at the 7:37 mark in the first period and allowed two more in the second. After tying the game at 4-4 in the third, they conceded three straight goals to the Jets, including two empty-netters. Jonas Johansson finished with a save percentage of 84.4% on 32 shots from the Jets.</p><h3>Will Chicago Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 15-28-4 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. The Blackhawks’ defense was busy, facing 39 shots, but managed to keep Anaheim at bay for most of the game.</p><p>The Blackhawks’ offense found the net four times in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Ryan Donato scored his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th goal, and Isaak Phillips scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>Chicago took 29 shots on goal and converted twice on the power play. Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 9.</p><p>Defensively, Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 win over Anaheim. The defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, with the second coming at 19:56.</p>

<p>The Cleveland Guardians take on the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first time since 2017. They start a three-game interleague series at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, June 17, 2022, so here’s the best Guardians vs. Dodgers betting pick.&nbsp;</p>



<p>According to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, the Dodgers are heavy -240 moneyline favorites for Friday’s opener. The Guardians sit at +216 moneyline odds, while the totals are listed at 8.0 runs.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Guardians continue their nine-game road trip&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>At the time of writing, the 31-27 Cleveland Guardians were playing the Colorado Rockies in the closing contest of a three-game interleague set at Coors Field in Denver. The Guardians looked to sweep the Rockies after a 4-3 ten-inning victory in the opener and a 7-5 win in the middle game of the series.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Cleveland has played very well since late May. The Guardians have won 13 of their previous 17 games overall to get back into the race for the AL Central crown. They trailed the Minnesota Twins by 2.5 games on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Zach Plesac will toe the slab Friday in LA. The 27-year-old righty holds a 2-4 record, 4.70 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, and 43/13 K/BB ratio in 11 starts (61.1 innings) this season. Plesac has gone 1-0 over his previous three appearances, posting a 3.00 ERA and 3.25 FIP across 18 innings of work.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Dodgers shoot for their third consecutive victory&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers outlasted the Los Angeles Angels 4-1 this past Wednesday to sweep a two-game interleague set in front of the home fans. Tyler Anderson pitched another gem, carrying a no-hitter bid into the ninth inning, while backstop Will Smith launched a three-run homer in the bottom of the first.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Dodgers have won just four of their previous ten contests. They were sitting at the second spot in the NL West on Thursday, trailing the 41-24 San Diego Padres by half a game.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Clayton Kershaw will take the mound Friday, looking to get back on the winning track. Last Saturday, the 34-year-old southpaw was charged for a loss in a 3-2 defeat at the San Francisco Giants, allowing a couple of earned runs on three hits and two walks across four innings of work. Kershaw is now 4-1 with a 2.12 ERA and 0.79 WHIP in six starts (34 innings) in 2022.&nbsp;</p>



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



<p><strong>Cleveland:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-7 in Zach Plesac’s 11 starts in 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>LA Dodgers:</strong></p>



<ul><li>10-2 in the last 12 games against the American League&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Cleveland Guardians vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Pick&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Guardians love to hit the righties, but they own a .239/.305/.348 triple-slash and an 84 OPS+ against the left-handed pitchers in 2022. I’m expecting them to struggle in a tough matchup with Clayton Kershaw, so give me the Dodgers to cover a 1.5-run line.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Blue Crew had a day off on Thursday and should be ready to rumble. They sport a .257/.337/.442 slash line and 122 OPS+ against the right-handed starting pitchers, so Zach Plesac will have a mountain to climb. Plesac has allowed four or more runs in five of his previous eight starts.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Los Angeles Dodgers -1.5 at -120&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>The Dodgers bullpen holds a disappointing 5.01 ERA and .320 BABIP in 46.2 frames of work in June. It should improve a lot in the coming days, while the Guardians’ relievers have been outstanding so far this month, racking up a 1.71 ERA and .242 BABIP.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Hereof, I’m backing the under on the totals. Clayton Kershaw should keep the Guardians’ lineup in check, and Cleveland’s bullpen will hopefully avoid a meltdown in this duel.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 8.0 runs at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Cleveland Guardians vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Odds, Pick, Prediction 6/17/22

<p>The Sharks and Red Flash are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Red Flash will host the game at DeGol Arena in Loretto, PA. LIU is favored by -1.5 in this Northeast conference matchup the against Saint Francis U. The over/under for the game is set at 129.5 points.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at DeGol Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Red Flash.</li><li>Not only will Saint Francis U pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>LIU improved to 8-11 on the season with a 72-63 home win over Mercyhurst on Monday. The Sharks entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 135 went over the pre-game line of 126.5.</p> 

<p>LIU led 34-28 at halftime but allowed 31 points in the 2nd half while scoring 25. Despite the defensive lapse, they managed to secure the win.</p><p>LIU's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%. They connected on 44.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 18 from deep, and made 77.8% of their free throws, going 14 for 18 at the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points and 9 assists, though he shot just 35% overall. Jamal Fuller added 20 points and 12 rebounds, knocking down 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, LIU's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 25 made baskets on 51 attempts. The Sharks struggled to contain two-point shots, where their opponent connected on 17 of 33 attempts, shooting 51%.</p> <p>LIU also had trouble defending the three-point line, as their opponent hit 8 of 18 threes, good for 44%. From the free-throw line, LIU's opponent went 14/18, shooting 77%. The Sharks gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Saint Francis U Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Francis U fell to 4-13 on the season after a 70-68 loss to Wagner on Monday. The Red Flash, who were +2.5 point underdogs, covered the spread in the loss.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-25 at halftime, Saint Francis U held Wagner to just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30 points of their own. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 123.5, finishing at 138.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 41.3%. They hit 30.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 23 attempts, and were 40% on two-point shots. Their free-throw shooting was a bright spot, as they made 15 of 17 for 88.2%.</p> <p>Ja'Kair Sanchez led the Red Flash with 24 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall. Riley Parker contributed 19 points, hitting 54.5% of his shots and 50% from three-point range. Zaire Williams added 15 points, going 3 for 9 from deep, while Valentino Pinedo grabbed a team-high 11 rebounds.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 14/38, also at 36%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 36%, hitting 8 of 22 threes. Saint Francis U sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 18, shooting 72%. The Red Flash gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

LIU Sharks vs Saint Francis U Red Flash NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>The Titans and Texans will face off on Sunday, November 24th at 1:00 ET on CBS. The Texans are the heavy favorite with a money line of -430 and are favored by -8.5 points in this AFC South matchup. The Titans' money line odds are +332, and the over/under line is set at 41.5 points.</p><h3>TENNESSEE TITANS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 30 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -8.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Titans Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Heading into week 12, the Titans are 28th in our power rankings and have a 0.5% chance of making the playoffs. Tennessee is 2-8 this season and has lost two in a row, including a 23-13 home loss to the Vikings in week 11. They were 6-point underdogs in that game but couldn’t cover the spread, putting their ATS record at 1-9. The Titans have failed to cover in six straight games.</p> <p>In week 10, the Titans lost 27-17 to the Chargers, and they haven’t won since week 9, when they beat the Patriots 20-17. Tennessee was favored by 3.5 points in that game but couldn’t cover the spread. Their O/U record is 5-4-1, with their games averaging 43.3 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Titans rank 30th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 17 points per game, which is 26th in the NFL. They are 25th in the league with 295.4 passing yards per game and 27th in passing yards, with 178.4 per game. On the ground, they rank 18th in rushing yards per game, with 117, on 26.8 attempts per game. Tennessee is 26th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 33.6% success rate, but they have been efficient in the red zone, ranking 7th in the league with a 48.3% conversion rate.</p> <p>Will Levis threw for 295 yards in week 11, completing 17 of 31 passes with one touchdown and one interception. He was sacked five times in the loss to the Vikings. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine led the team with 117 receiving yards on two catches, while Levis also led the team in rushing with 18 yards on seven carries.</p><p>The Titans' defense gave up 236 passing yards to the Vikings in their most recent game, allowing two passing touchdowns. They also defended the run well, giving up just 82 yards on 33 attempts, which is 2.5 yards per attempt. Overall, the Titans allowed 318 yards of total offense to the Vikings and held them to a 35.7% third-down conversion rate.</p><p></p><p>Despite coming away with two sacks, the Titans lost the tackles for loss battle, with a -4 differential. They'll be looking to improve in the red zone in future games, as the Vikings were 2 for 2 in the red zone in this one.</p><h3>Are The Texans Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With a 7-4 record, the Texans sit atop the AFC South and have a 96.8% chance of making the playoffs, according to our projections. They also have a 94.6% chance of winning the division. Houston ranks 9th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 12.</p> <p>After two straight losses, the Texans bounced back with a 34-10 win over the Cowboys in week 11. They covered the 7-point spread, giving them two straight ATS wins. Houston is 5-6 against the spread this season and has an average scoring margin of +2.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Texans are 17th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 13th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 23.5, and sit 14th in total yards per game with 342.9. Houston has been strong early in games, ranking 3rd in the league in 1st-quarter scoring. They are 16th in 3rd-down conversion percentage at 38.2% and 22nd in red zone conversion percentage, despite ranking 6th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>In week 11, the Texans scored 34 points in a win over the Cowboys, including 14 points in the 4th quarter. C.J. Stroud threw for 257 yards on 23/34 passing, while Joe Mixon rushed for 109 yards and 3 touchdowns. Tank Dell led the team with 54 receiving yards. Houston converted 2 of 4 red zone opportunities and went 4/12 on 3rd down.</p><p>The Texans' defense came up with five sacks and held Dallas to just 33.3% on third down in their 34-10 win over the Cowboys. Despite giving up 324 passing yards, they limited Dallas to just 64 rushing yards on 18 attempts. Houston also came away with one interception and allowed the Cowboys to complete just 58.9% of their passes.</p><p></p><p>On the day, the Texans allowed 388 total yards, but their ability to pressure the quarterback was key. They also won the quarterback hit differential, the tackles for loss differential, and kept Dallas to just one touchdown through the air.</p>

Tennessee Titans vs Houston Texans Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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<p>The Ducks and Hurricanes are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes will host the game at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Hurricanes being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 5:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Hurricanes coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Anaheim Win on the Road?</h3><p>Anaheim's 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks dropped their record to 17-20-5. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 3-0, the Ducks managed to score twice in the third period. Brock McGinn put Anaheim on the board at 10:16 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just four seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim’s offense was held scoreless until the third period in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, with McTavish’s goal coming on a power play.</p> <p>The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but were only able to convert twice. They recorded 16 giveaways, and Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, while Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s goal.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, allowing two first-period goals and another late in the second. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with an 86.2% save percentage, but the Ducks' defense gave up a fourth goal at 17:43 in the third period. Two of the goals they allowed came on the power play.</p><h3>Will Carolina Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 26-15-2 with a 4-2 road win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> <p>Carolina led 1-0 before allowing two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the victory.</p><p>Carolina took 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on his 3 shots. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the season and picked up two assists, bringing his total to 12 assists this year. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, also his 6th goal of the season.</p> <p>The Hurricanes scored their first goal at 5:59 in the first period, then added two more in the second, including Orlov’s second goal of the game. Carolina’s final goal came with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Hurricanes will look to carry their momentum from the last game, where they allowed just 2 goals. Pyotr Kochetkov recorded 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 10 hits. Carolina's only struggles came late in the first period, when they gave up two goals, including one with 11 seconds left, but they shut out the Capitals in the second and third periods.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hockey Club and Jets. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Jets at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 vs. the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Jets picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hockey Club (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Hockey Club Win in Winnipeg?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 21-19-7 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. Utah, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.</p>

<p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas tied it up with 0:01 left in the second period. The Golden Knights took the lead in the third, but Utah evened it up at 3-3 before Vegas scored the game-winner in OT.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club managed 3 goals on 19 shots in their 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Ian Cole netted his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot scored his second goal of the year, tying the game 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole’s goal. Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 2. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up the final 3 goals in their last game, including the game-winner in OT. They had a 2-0 lead and allowed Vegas to score at 19:59 in the 2nd period, 5:37 in the 3rd, and 2:15 into OT. Goalie Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, while the defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will the Jets Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>The Jets improved to 32-14-3 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. Winnipeg, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the game’s 11 goals easily surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg trailed 2-0 in the first period before seven different players scored for the Jets. They took the lead for good with 12:22 left in the third period and added two empty-net goals to secure the win.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense erupted for 7 goals in their last game, with each goal coming from a different player. The Jets took 34 shots on goal and added two empty-netters in the final minutes. Alex Iafallo's 4th-period goal was his first of the season, while Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th, including an empty-netter with 2:45 left.</p> <p>Vladislav Namestnikov scored his 3rd goal of the year, and later picked up his 7th assist on Ehlers' empty-netter. Mark Scheifele added his 8th goal and 10th assist, while Josh Morrissey recorded two assists, bringing his total to 13 for the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets allowed the first two goals of the game and another at the 6:51 mark of the 3rd period, which tied the score at 4-4. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

The Los Angeles Chargers seem to have made a habit of blowing leads, and that does not represent the healthiest situation in the world. But they are very high on their rookie quarterback, and that is why they are happy to have gotten a head start on the Justin Herbert "project." They'll tackle the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA at 4:05 PM ET.
<h3><strong>LAS VEGAS RAIDERS at LOS ANGELES CHARGERS, 4:05 PM ET</strong></h3>
<h4><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports">BetAnySports</a> NFL Betting Lines: Raiders -1, Total 52.5</strong></h4>
The Chargers have dealt with more injuries than the average team, but I'm not sure that is the reason behind them blowing leads of 16 points or more in four consecutive games (in one of those games they did come back to beat Jacksonville). But last week they were up by 21 points against Denver and let the Broncos score 28 points in the second half.

We aren't necessarily going to call Justin Herbert a revelation just yet, but the rookie from Oregon has proven head coach Anthony Lynn to be correct in his decision to leave him out there even after Tyrod Taylor was able to play again.

Herbert is 67% accurate with 15 touchdown passes and just five interceptions, and I guess you could say the race is on as to whether he or Joe Burrow is going to be the offensive rookie of the year.

The latest word is that Keenan Allen, who has been targeted far more than any other Charger receiver, is questionable with a problem related to "illness," but unless he is ruled out entirely, I would expect him to go. The Raiders have had more than their share of problems in the defensive backfield, so it would be incumbent upon Herbert to exploit things, and we think we will.

The biggest difficulty with the Chargers is that their secondary hasn't been healthy. Derwin James and Chris Harris have been out. Desmond King has been a disappointment, and to a certain degree you can say that about Casey Hayward as well. Remember that Derek Carr is a guy who operates with low risk and high efficiency in Jon Gruden's system. He has only two interceptions, and perhaps his biggest concern here is that there could be absences along the offensive line.

Trent Brown, who they were expecting to play, was put back on a COVID list. The Raiders have not been following the COVID protocols too well and have taken a heavy fine for that. Then there is Kolton Miller, who didn't practice all week due to an ankle injury. Richie Incognito is out. Sam Young is banged up. So are others. It's a good thing Carr can get rid of the ball quickly in this scheme or there would be some real problems. It helps them that Joey Bosa won't likely play for L.A. (concussion).

It would be inaccurate to refer to the Chargers as a "bad team." Think about some of the top contenders for the Super Bowl. Kansas City, New Orleans, Tampa Bay - the Bolts could have easily seen things go their way against all three.

They are almost 47% on third downs, which is very good. They are holding teams under 40%, which is also real good. They have shown good balance for a team that lost Austin Ekeler. They just lost their end game somewhere.

I think they have an edge in this one. And I think we may also be catching a bit of a break with the total. Both teams ran the ball down the other team's throat last week - the Raiders had 209 yards against Cleveland, while the Chargers had 210 against Denver. That was under the expectation of getting different conditions. Now they are indoors, and while this does not create a "home field advantage" for Los Angeles, it may change the way these teams approach things. The public may believe that they are going to see teams chew clock. I would expect a donnybrook like many of the games they have both been playing.

Two secondaries that are lacking. Two quarterbacks who can put up numbers. We're comfortable going OVER the total in this one.

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NFL Betting -- Chargers Hope They Can Get Out Front to Stay vs. Raiders

<p>Looking to win big? The Cowboys and Pirates face off at 12:00 ET on FS1. The Pirates are hosting the game at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Oklahoma State is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Seton Hall. The over/under for the game is set at 132.5 points.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS VS SETON HALL PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Seton Hall pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cowboys Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Oklahoma State improved to 5-2 on the season with a 76-55 road win over Tulsa on Wednesday. The Cowboys, who were favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After leading 39-26 at halftime, Oklahoma State added 37 points in the second half while holding Tulsa to 29. The game’s total points of 131 fell well short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Oklahoma State put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on just 3 of 8 three-point attempts, shooting 37.5% from deep, while hitting 50.9% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Cowboys struggled at the free-throw line, making only 61.9% of their attempts, and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. They also dished out 18 assists, with Bryce Thompson leading the way with 4 assists to go along with his team-high 15 points.</p><p>Oklahoma State's defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited damage from beyond the arc, where their opponent shot only 5/24 for 20%.</p> <p>Even from the free-throw line, Oklahoma State's opponent struggled, hitting just 8/15 for 53%. The Cowboys did give up 13 offensive rebounds, but their overall defensive effort was strong.</p><h3>Will the Pirates Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Seton Hall Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seton Hall improved to 5-4 on the season with a 67-56 home win over NJIT on Wednesday. The Pirates entered the game as -18 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Seton Hall led 35-31 at halftime and held NJIT to 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32 of their own. The total points for the game narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 121.5, finishing at 123.</p><p>Seton Hall put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 15 attempts for a 26.7% rate, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.1%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 62.5% of their shots, going 15 for 24.</p> <p>The Pirates grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Tariq Francis led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 12 threes, while Prince Aligbe added 19 points on 9 of 12 shooting, also contributing 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense held their opponent to 56 points in their previous game, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Pirates gave up 20 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 15 attempts, a 26% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts, shooting 62%.</p>

Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Seton Hall Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Rams versus the Rams? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at Ryan Center in Kingston, RI. VCU is favored by -5.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 146.5 points.</p><h3>VCU RAMS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VCU Rams -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ryan Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VCU RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can VCU Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>VCU Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>VCU improved to 13-4 on the season with a 78-69 win over Saint Joseph's on Friday. The Rams, who were -3.5 favorites, covered the spread in this road victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 38-32 at halftime, VCU scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 147 went over the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>VCU's offense put up 78 points in their latest game, shooting 42.1% from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 22 from deep, while making 40% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams went 20 for 27, good for 74.1%.</p> <p>Xzayvier Brown led the way with 22 points and 5 assists, shooting 46.7% overall and 42.9% from three. Jack Clark added 18 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, and Rasheer Fleming contributed 16 points and 14 rebounds, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 69 points, VCU's defense held their opponent to just 33% shooting from the field, as they went 24/72 overall. The Rams limited their opponent's success from beyond the arc, where they shot just 8/36, or 22%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, VCU allowed 16/36 shooting, or 44%. Their opponent also went to the free-throw line 18 times, converting 13 of those attempts for a 72% success rate. VCU gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Rhode Island Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rhode Island improved to 13-4 this season with a 92-90 win over Davidson on Saturday. The Rams were -2.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 182 exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>Rhode Island led 50-47 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. Although they got the win, the Rams will need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Rhode Island's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 92 points with a field goal percentage of 53.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 54.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey was a standout, contributing 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 11 assists. Bobby Durkin added 28 points, connecting on 6 of 10 three-point attempts. Sebastian Thomas and David Green each chipped in 22 points, with Thomas also dishing out 10 assists.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 90 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 36 of 67 attempts, including 23 of 43 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rhode Island's defense conceded 13 threes on 24 attempts, a 54% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 11 times, where they made 7 free throws.</p>

VCU Rams vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/21/25

<p>First pitch for Monday's Orioles vs. Mets interleague matchup is set for 7:10 PM ET from Citi Field in New York, NY. The Mets are the betting favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -128 compared to the Orioles at +108. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and the game can be seen on MLBN.</p>

<p>Baltimore comes in with a record of 73-52 and they are 1st in the AL East, while the Mets are 3rd in the NL East with an overall record of 64-60. David Peterson will be on the mound for the Mets, and the Orioles are starting Trevor Rogers.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS BALTIMORE ORIOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Mets Moneyline -128</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 7:10 ET on Monday, August 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ORIOLES VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Orioles 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>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>The Orioles's offense was carried by Gunnar Henderson in their most recent game vs. the Red Sox. He went only 1/4, but that one hit was a home run, and he drove in two runs. The Orioles also scored another two runs in the 6th inning to pick up a 4-2 win. Albert Suarez put together a good start for the Orioles, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out six Red Sox batters.</p>

<p>Baltimore's bullpen closed things out, and the Orioles picked up the win as the slight favorite at -125. Seranthony Dominguez got the save, and the Orioles's offense scored their other two runs. Adley Rutschman went 1/3 with a homer.</p><p>Baltimore heads into today's road matchup vs. the Mets with an overall record of 73-52, which has them tied with the Yankees for the AL East lead. The Orioles and Yankees are both 28-15 in divisional play. The Orioles have been playing well of late, going 5-5 over their last 10 and splitting their most recent series with the Red Sox.</p>

<p>At home, the Orioles are 37-28 this season, and they have gone 36-24 on the road. So far, they have been good as the favorite, going 61-41, and they are 12-11 as the underdog this year. One trend to note is that the Orioles have dropped four straight as the underdog.</p><p>When the Orioles are on the road, it's been profitable to take them on the run line, as they are 36-24 on the run line away from Camden Yards. Their average run margin on the road is +1.0, and they have covered the run line in three straight road games. They are 52-50 on the run line as the favorite and 16-7 as the underdog.</p><p>The Orioles are on the road against the Mets today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. Baltimore's games have averaged 9.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 68-47. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Orioles are 20-15, and 31.2% of their games have had higher lines than 8.5 runs. Their games have gone under the line in their last two games.</p><p>Left-hander Trevor Rogers gets the start for the Orioles today as he faces the Mets on the road. This year, he has made 24 starts and has a record of 2-11 with a 4.89 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Rogers has a WHIP of 1.57 and has issued 3.99 walks per nine innings compared to 6.92 strikeouts. Rogers has turned in just three quality starts this year and has an ERA of 5.99 on the road compared to 5.5 at home. In his last outing, he gave up five earned runs in five innings of work.</p><p>Not only do the Orioles lead the league in home runs, but they are also one of the top-scoring teams in the league, averaging 5 runs per game. Baltimore has been even better on the road this season, averaging 5.3 runs per contest. Overall, they are 5th in batting average and have the league's top slugging percentage.</p>

<p>Anthony Santander and Gunnar Henderson have been the team's top home run hitters this season, with 36 and 33 homers, respectively. Henderson has been especially hot of late, batting .324 over his last nine games with four home runs.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>New York is coming off a game in which they wasted several good performances. In their 3-2 loss to the Marlins, Paul Blackburn was excellent on the mound, allowing just one run while pitching six innings. They also got a big offensive performance from Brandon Nimmo, going 1/3 with a homer.</p>

<p>Reed Garrett took the loss out of the bullpen for the Mets, as New York allowed two runs in the top of the 9th to blow their lead. Heading into this game, the Mets were at -195 on the money line.</p><p>The Mets are 64-60 overall this season, and they are nine games behind the Phillies in the NL East. New York's record is 22-17 in divisional games. They are at home today, hosting the Orioles, and they are 33-32 at home this year.</p>

<p>So far, the Mets have gone 31-28 on the road. New York won the final two games of their series vs. the Marlins. Overall, the Mets have a series record of 20-16-7. As the favorite, the Mets are 41-34 this year and 26-21 as the home favorite. They have struggled a bit more as the underdog, coming in with a mark of 23-26. Looking at their recent performance, the Mets are just 4-6 over their last 10 games.</p><p>The Mets have been a solid run line team this season, going 59-65 overall. They have been especially good on the road, where they are 31-28 against the run line. Their average run differential for the season is +0.2 runs per game, and they have been a better bet as an underdog, going 28-21 against the run line in those games.</p><p>The Mets are at home today against the Orioles, and the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. This season, the Mets and their opponents have combined to average 9.3 runs per game. Overall, the over/under record for Mets games this season is 63-57. The average over/under line for Mets games this season has been 8 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, the over/under record for Mets games is 23-15. So far this season, 31 of the Mets' games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 25.0% of their games. The under has hit in the Mets' last two games.</p><p>Left-hander David Peterson gets the start for the Mets today as he faces the Orioles at home. He has made 13 starts this season and has a record of 7-1 with a 3.04 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, opponents are batting .238 this season. Peterson has turned in six quality starts and is averaging 7.1 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, he went 6 1/3 innings, giving up one earned run on four hits. Peterson has won each of his last two outings. At home, his ERA is 3.35 compared to 3.01 on the road.</p><p>Francisco Lindor has been red hot for the Mets, going 14/38 in his last nine games, including two home runs. He is also on a 12-game hitting streak. For the season, Lindor is batting .264 with 24 homers and 72 RBIs. Pete Alonso leads the Mets with 27 homers but is batting just .243 and has gone 7/34 in his last nine games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are 5th in home runs and are averaging 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. Overall, they are the 8th ranked scoring offense in the league. New York comes into the game with the league's 8th best on-base percentage and 8th best OPS.</p>

Baltimore Orioles vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction 8/19/24

<p>The Chicago White Sox take on the Los Angeles Angels in a three-game series finale at Angel Stadium in Anaheim on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, with the first pitch at 9:38 PM ET. These two American League foes will also close down their seven-game regular-season series, so here’s the best White Sox vs. Angels betting pick.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>According to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>, the Angels are -150 home favorites with a total of 7.5 runs, while the White Sox are listed as +130 moneyline underdogs.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The White Sox returned to losing ways&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Chicago White Sox finished the previous week with a 4-3 win to the Baltimore Orioles, stopping their four-game slide. They suffered a 4-3 loss at Angel Stadium this past Monday, while the middle game of this series has been excluded from the analysis.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The White Sox carried a 34-38 record into Tuesday night’s battle in Anaheim. They’ve struggled mightily at the plate in the last seven days, slashing an abysmal .219/.270/.301 across 196 at-bats. Chicago has won only one of its previous six games and scored just 15 runs in the process.&nbsp;</p>



<p>On the other side of the ball, the Chi Sox have surrendered 30 runs in that six-game stretch. Michael Kopech will toe the slab in Wednesday’s clash at Angel Stadium, and he’s been charged for a loss in two straight starts. The 26-year-old righty holds a 2-4 record in 13 starts (62.2 innings) this season to go with a firm 2.59 ERA and 1.00 WHIP.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Angels hope Ohtani continues to dominate&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The 36-40 Los Angeles Angels sat at the third spot in the AL West following Monday’s victory over the White Sox. They were 11 games off the AL West-leading Houston Astros and six games behind the bottom wild card in the American League.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Halos were searching for their third consecutive victory on Tuesday night. They’ve won seven of their previous 12 contests and showed signs of life in the playoff chase. Still, the Angels are hitting only .216/.283/.360 in the last two weeks and 464 at-bats.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Shohei Ohtani will get the ball Wednesday and shoot for his fourth straight win. The 27-year-old righty has allowed only one run on nine hits in his previous three starts (21 innings) while punching out 25. Ohtani fanned 13 through eight frames of a two-hit ball in a 5-0 victory to the Kansas City Royals this past Wednesday. The two-way sensation holds a 6-4 record and 2.90 ERA in 12 starts (68.1 innings) in 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



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



<p><strong>Chi Sox:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-5 in the last six games overall&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>2-5 in the last seven games against the Angels&nbsp;</li><li>1-4 in Michael Kopech’s last five starts&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>LA Angels:</strong></p>



<ul><li>6-1 in the last seven home games against the White Sox&nbsp;</li><li>10-4 in the last 14 games against the AL Central&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Chicago White Sox vs. Los Angeles Angels Pick&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Shohei Ohtani has been awful in three of his 12 starts this season. In the other nine, Ohtani has owned his opponents. Shohei sits at 2.76 FIP for the season. His slider and four-seamer have a minus-14 run value combined, and Ohtani ranks in the 85<sup>th</sup> percentile in xwOBA. Hereof, I’m expecting Ohtani to torture the White Sox, who own an 86 OPS+ against the right-handed pitchers in 2022 (.241/.297/.352 triple-slash).&nbsp;</p>



<p>On the other side, Michael Kopech will try to right the ship after posting a pedestrian 5.23 ERA and 5.50 FIP through his five starts in June. He’ll have to deal with Ohtani, too, and Shohei has eight hits, three home runs, and ten RBIs across his last 21 at-bats.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Los Angeles Angels at -150&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>I’ve mentioned how miserable these two offenses have been recently. However, I don’t feel comfortable with a 7.5-run line. Shohei Ohtani is swinging a hot bat, while Mike Trout has six homers in his last 11 games and 41 at-bats.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Furthermore, you never know with the Angels’ bullpen, which has a strong 2.59 ERA in the last ten days and 41.2 innings of work. The White Sox’s bullpen has tossed 32 frames in the last ten days, tallying a 3.38 ERA and 3.60 FIP.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 7.5 runs at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Jaguars versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on None. The game will be played at Dunn-Oliver Acadome in Montgomery, AL. This Southwestern Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 131 points, and Alabama State is favored to win by -1 at home vs. Southern.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS ALABAMA STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alabama State Hornets -1</p><p>This game will be played at Dunn-Oliver Acadome at 8:30 ET on Thursday, March 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALABAMA STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Alabama State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Southern Stun the Crowd at Dunn-Oliver Acadome?</h3><p>So far this season, Southern has been much better at home than on the road. At home, the Jaguars are 8-2 compared to 5-10 on the road. As the underdog, they are 3-8 this season, and they are 17-12 overall.</p>

<p>After a 58-44 win over Florida A&M, Southern is 5-5 in their last 10 road games. On the season, their average scoring margin on the road is -11.5 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, Southern has gone just 3-8 against the spread this season. However, their ATS mark has been better on the road, going 5-10. Over their last three road games, the Jaguars have gone 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 131 is lower than the average over/under line in Southern's games this season (144.2) and their last three games have an average scoring total of 116 points. So far, their over/under record for the season is 8-17.</p><p>The Southern offense is coming off a game in which they scored 58 points vs. Florida A&M. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.1% while connecting on 7 threes. The top scorer for the Jaguars was Dreshawn Allen with 14 points, while Derrick Tezeno also added 13 to the scoreboard.</p><p>The Jaguars' defense is presently ranked 92nd nationally, allowing an average of 69.0 points per contest. Against Florida A&M, the Jaguars' defense gave up 44 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Florida A&M only made 5 free-throws.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Alabama State as Home Favorites</h3><p>Alabama State is favored by one point in this game, and they have gone 6-4 when favored this season. They have a 3-4 record at home this season, and over their last 10 games at home, they are 6-4.</p>

<p>Alabama State has lost two games in a row, and they have gone 12-17 overall this season. In their last game, they lost to Alabama A&M by a score of 58-53.</p><p>Alabama State has not been a good bet at home this season, going just 1-6 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS record is 13-11, but they are just 4-6 vs. the spread as the favorite this season. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Hornets are 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Alabama State has an over/under record of 9-15 this season. The average over/under line in their games is 143.9 and their games have finished with an average of 137.3 points. Today's over/under line is set at 131. So far, 23 of their games have had a higher over/under line than today's line of 131. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 69 points per game, Alabama State struggled in their previous game. Against Alabama A&M, the Hornets scored 53 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 26.7%. Leading the team in scoring is Antonio TJ Madlock, who is averaging 15.7 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, CJ Hines also maintains a PPG average of 10 heading into game.</p><p>The Hornets' defense is presently ranked 104th nationally, allowing an average of 69.5 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Alabama A&M, the Bulldogs finished with a field goal percentage of 37% and a total of 58 points vs. Alabama State.</p>

Southern Jaguars vs Alabama State Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 3/7/24

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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<p>The Penguins and Predators are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Predators will host the game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Predators are favored by -1.5 vs. the Penguins in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Predators should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Predators on the moneyline</li><li>The Predators should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Pittsburgh Pull Off A Win at Bridgestone Arena?</h3><p>With a 3-1 victory over the Canadiens, the Penguins evened their record at 14-14-5. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line with the win. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, while Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the win. The Penguins kept the Canadiens scoreless until the third period, when Montreal cut the lead to 2-1 before Lizotte’s goal.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins with two goals, bringing his season total to five. He opened the scoring at 4:03 in the first period and added another on a power play at 1:20 in the second.</p> <p>Blake Lizotte netted his second goal of the season on an empty net with 45 seconds left in the game. The Penguins took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>The Penguins' defense will look to build on a strong performance in their previous game, where they allowed just one goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic posted a 96.2% save percentage with 25 saves, and the defense added 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they gave up came at the 5:32 mark of the 3rd period.</p><h3>Can the Predators Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Avalanche, the Predators improved to 9-17-6 this season. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>All five of Nashville’s goals came from different players, and they trailed 1-0 before Steven Stamkos tied it up in the second period. The Predators added two empty-net goals in the third period to seal the victory.</p><p>Nashville’s offense found the net five times in their 5-2 win over Colorado, with five different players scoring. After a scoreless first period, Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play, while Colton Sissons added his first goal. Roman Josi also scored his first goal, which came on another power play.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg picked up his seventh goal of the season, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, both on empty nets. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Nashville also tallied seven assists in the game.</p><p>Juuse Saros recorded 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, helping the Predators secure a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Nashville's defense also contributed 4 takeaways and 23 hits. The Predators allowed the first goal at 17:06 in the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>For the first time in 10 years, the UFC is heading back to Louisville, Kentucky, with a Fight Night scheduled to take place at the KFC Yum! Center. It has already been a great year in this sport, and the action this weekend should only continue that trend.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Not only does the UFC deliver some drama and intrigue each weekend, but it also leads to some good betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the top fights scheduled for this weekend, and the best bets that should be made.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Great Main Event</h2>



<p>Every single UFC event is known for the final fight of the night, and a pair of middleweight fighters are going to be battling it out this weekend. There won’t be much of a difference in the odds when Nassourdine Imavov takes on Jared Cannonier in what should be a great battle.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Imavov is the slight betting favorite for this event at -125, but that doesn’t mean that you should just ignore Cannonier at -105 on Saturday night. This fight is supposed to go five rounds, but you might find that one fighter is able to end it early.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Cannonier is returning to the Octagon after suffering a knee injury, and that is going to be something to keep in mind on Saturday night. Nassourdine isn’t going to make things easy for Cannonier, and he will be extremely aggressive.&nbsp;</p>



<p>If you are going to bet on the main event then you will want to take Imavov at -125 as he will find a way to come up with a big win at the KFC Yum! Center.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Light Heavyweights Clashing</h2>



<p>Dominck Reyes will be taking on Dustin Jacoby in a light heavyweight bout on Saturday night, and this is an interesting one. Both fighters are good enough to challenge for the belt, but it’s been a rough few years for each of the fighters.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Jacoby has gone 1-3 in his last four fights, but all three of those losses came by decision. The 36 year old is favored at -230 on Saturday night, and he is someone that will look to be extremely aggressive in the Octagon.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Dominick Reyes has had some chances to win a title, including a tough fight with Jon Jones. That fight was lost on a decision, and Reyes started to all apart a bit after the disappointing defeat.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There is some value in betting on Reyes at +190 to win the fight this weekend, but Jacoby is just in a better spot. This one is going to end early as Jacoby will get the job done and come away with a massive win.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Another Great Bout</h2>



<p>There are terrific matchups found throughout the fight card at the <a href="https://www.vegasinsider.com/ufc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UFC</a> Fight Night in Louisville, but one more on the main card really stands out. That would be the bantamweight battle between Ricky Turcios and Raul Rosas Jr, and it’s a fight that is supposed to last three rounds. </p>



<p>The reason that this fight looks so good on paper is for the fact that it was actually supposed to take place back in February. After that fight got postponed, both fighters have spent time talking about the rescheduled date, and also studying their opponent.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Rosas Jr. becoming ill was the initial reason for the postponement, and he comes into this fight as the betting favorite at -230. Turcios is a worthy opponent at +190, but there is a reason that he is an underdog in this fight.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Expect this bout to come down to a decision, and it’s best to grab the underdog in that situation. It’s going to be tight, but getting Turcios to win this fight at +190 is the best way to go for another great fight at the KFC Yum! Center.&nbsp;</p>

UFC Fight Night Louisville Preview

Central Division foes will battle when the Chicago Bulls (21-41) meet the Indiana Pacers (37-25) at the United Center. Action starts at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, March 6, 2020, and it can be seen on NBC Sports Chicago.
<h2>Indiana Pacers vs. Chicago Bulls Free Preview</h2>
The Pacers were blown out by the Milwaukee Bucks in their last contest, 119-100. They were unable to cover as 14.5-point underdogs. Indiana's Domantas Sabonis finished with 15 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists in the contest. Milwaukee did a terrific job of making free throws (20-22; 90.9 percent). Indiana, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (12.8 vs. 13.4). The two teams combined to score 219 points, which finished just under the projected point total of 221.

In the Bulls' last matchup, they were defeated by the Minnesota Timberwolves, 115-108, and failed to cover as 2-point underdogs. Coby White was the top scorer from either team with 26 points on 11-for-22 shooting. Minnesota had a much better free throw rate (0.200 vs. 0.074). Chicago, on the other hand, forced the Timberwolves into a turnover percentage of 16.5 (above their season average of 12.5). The two squads combined to score 223 points, which came in under the projected point total of 232.

These two teams have already met three times this year, with the Pacers winning all three. In the most recent matchup, Sabonis put up 15 points, 11 rebounds and five assists and the Pacers defeated the Bulls 115-106, covering as 8-point favorites. The two teams combined to put up 221 points, which was 6 points above the projected point total of 215 points. The Pacers dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a great offensive rebounding percentage of 31.7 and a free throw rate of 0.180. The Bulls were 15.4 and 0.118, respectively, for those same stats.

Of Indiana's 62 games, 32 have finished over the O/U total, while 33 of Chicago's 62 games have finished over the O/U total. The Pacers come into this game with a clear advantage in terms of straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) records. They are 37-25 SU and 31-28-3 ATS, while the Bulls are 21-41 SU and 27-34-1 ATS.

Chicago might have difficulty finding the bottom of the net as they go head-to-head against one of the league's best defenses. Indiana currently ranks seventh in defensive efficiency, while the Bulls rank 26th in offensive efficiency. Also, the Pacers rank fifth in turnover percentage (12.4 percent), while the Bulls rank first in opponents' turnover percentage (17.1 percent).
<h3>Indiana Pacers vs. Chicago Bulls Odds Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Prediction:</a> SU Winner - Pacers, ATS Winner - Pacers, O/U - Over
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Notes:

The Pacers rank sixth in assists allowed per game (23.2) while the Bulls rank 25th (25.5).

Chicago ranks 14th in second chance points per game (13.4) while Indiana ranks 27th (11.5).

Indiana ranks fifth in points off turnovers allowed per game (14.7) while Chicago ranks 19th (17.6).

Neither of these teams are great at rebounding the ball. Indiana is 26th in the NBA with 42.7 rebounds per game while Chicago is last with 41.9 rebounds per game.

Chicago is 14-17-1 ATS at home, while Indiana is 17-13-1 ATS on the road.

The Pacers have 16 overs and 15 unders in 31 road games.

The Bulls have 16 overs and 16 unders in 32 home games.

Indiana is 11-2 when they hold opponents below 100 points, while Chicago is 5-3.

In games where they score over 100 points, the Bulls are 21-26 and the Pacers are 37-16.

The Pacers rank eighth in points in the paint per game (49.0) while the Bulls rank 21st in points allowed in the paint per game (49.5).

Indiana ranks first in steals allowed per game (6.7) while Chicago ranks 24th (8.2).

The Bulls rank ninth in three pointers attempted per game (35.1) while the Pacers rank last (27.7).

The Bulls rank fifth in fast break points allowed per game (12.4) while the Pacers rank 18th (13.5).

Indiana ranks eighth in blocks allowed per game (4.5) while Chicago ranks 27th (5.9).

Bettings Trends:

Chicago is 3-2 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders in its last five games.

Over its last five outings, Indiana is 2-2-1 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs.

The Bulls’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 1.6, down from 3.2 for the season.

During their last five games, the Pacers have scored an average of 110.8 points per game (1.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 102.8 points per game (4.6 below their season average).

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Indiana Pacers at Chicago Bulls Betting Pick 03/06/20

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Pacers (-148) will host the Kings (+122) in a non-conference matchup. Indiana is currently 6th in the East and has lost two straight games. Sacramento is 5th in the West and favored by 3 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers +3</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:30 ET on Friday, February 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-116 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with De'Aaron Fox points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Sacramento Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>Sacramento is favored for the 5th straight game and has a record of 23-12 as the favorite this season. As the favorite, they are 17-18 against the spread and have an average scoring differential of +0.9 points per game.</p>

<p>The Kings' O/U record for the season is 21-24-1, and their last three games have gone under the betting line. On average, their games have finished with 235.5 points, which is 12.5 points lower than today's line of 248.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Kings lost to the Heat by a score of 115-106. The O/U line for that game was 228. Sacramento was a 2.5-point underdog in that game.</p>

<p>On the season, the Kings are 27-19 and are currently 5th in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 18-13 compared to 9-6 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>Sacramento's ATS record for the season is 24-22, including a 14-10 record on the road. They have failed to cover the spread in their last two road games.</p><p>The Kings have been one of the NBA's most potent offenses this season, averaging 118.1 points per game (9th). However, they have scored slightly less on the road (115.2 PPG).</p>

<p>Sacramento's offense has been heavily reliant on the three-point shot, as they are 4th in the league in three-point makes (14.9) and 3rd in attempts (40.4). Overall, they are shooting 37% from beyond the arc (12th).</p>

<p>When it comes to two-point shooting, the Kings have been efficient, making 56% of their attempts (4th). In terms of free throws, they are 27th in makes (16) and 20th in attempts (22).</p><p>Currently, the Kings' defense holds the 20th rank in the NBA, allowing 117.4 points per game. The Kings defense is coming off a game in which they held the Heat offense to just 44.1% shooting. Overall, they gave up 115 points to Miami.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>Indiana's current losing streak has dropped them to 6th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 27-22. In the Central Division, they are 3rd. For the season, the Pacers are 27-20 against the spread.</p>

<p>The Pacers' O/U record for the season is 29-20, and their games have averaged a combined 247 points. Today's O/U line is set at 248.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Pacers lost to the Knicks by a score of 109-105. The O/U line for that game was 234, and Indiana was a 2-point underdog going into the game.</p>

<p>At home this season, the Pacers have an average scoring differential of +6.5 points per game. Their ATS record at home is 14-10, while their overall ATS record is 27-20.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Indiana has lost three straight games against the spread. Today, they are getting three points as the underdog and have an ATS record of 17-10 as the underdog.</p>

<p>When it comes to scoring, the Pacers are the top team in the NBA at 124.4 points per game. At home, they are averaging 126.8 points per game. So far this season, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.4% of their games.</p>

<p>Indiana leads the league in field goal percentage at 50% and is 3rd in true shooting percentage. They are also the top team in two-point field goal percentage at 58%. In terms of pace, the Pacers are 3rd in the NBA at 101.8 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Indiana is 6th in three-point percentage (38%). They are 7th in three-point makes per game but are just 12th in three-point attempts. In terms of free throws, the Pacers are 24th in attempts and 21st in makes.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Pacers is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 122.6 points per game (28th). When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pacers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 56.8% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 37.4% from downtown.</p>

Sacramento Kings vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/2/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>The Red Sox and White Sox are set to face off in an AL matchup at 4:10 PM ET from Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL. Boston is currently 3rd in the AL East with a record of 32-32, while the White Sox are 5th in the AL Central at 16-48.</p>

<p>Boston is the heavy favorite on the money line today, with their odds sitting at -203 compared to the White Sox at +172. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs, and NESN will be televising this one.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago White Sox Moneyline +172</p><p>This game will be played at Guaranteed Rate Field at 4:10 ET on Saturday, June 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RED SOX VS WHITE SOX:</h3><ul><li>We have the White Sox winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the White Sox 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>Chicago cruised to a 7-2 win over the Red Sox in the most recent game of this series. The White Sox had a huge 4th inning, scoring all three of their runs. As for the Red Sox, they scored their only two runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the White Sox were favored at -113 on the money line.</p>

<p>Garrett Crochet pitched well for the White Sox in this one, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with 10 strikeouts and picked up a win. Jonathan Cannon came out of the bullpen for the save. Cooper Criswell had a rough outing for the Red Sox, taking the loss.</p>

<p>Offensively, the White Sox were led by Andrew Vaughn and Gavin Sheets, as they were the only two White Sox hitters to have more than one hit. Vaughn, Luis Robert Jr., and Paul DeJong each had two RBIs for Chicago's lineup.</p><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Boston is at an even 32-32 overall as they are 12.5 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. The Red Sox are 3rd in the division and have gone just 5-8 in divisional games this year. They will be playing on the road today, where they are 18-14 compared to 14-18 at home.</p>

<p>The Red Sox have been good as the road favorite this year, going 7-1, and they are 18-13 as the favorite overall. Boston has dropped two of their last three games, and they are 5-5 over their last ten. So far, they have an overall series record of 8-9-3.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Red Sox, it has been a better proposition to take them on the road this season, as they are 19-13 on the run line away from Fenway Park. Their average run margin on the road is 1.5, compared to -0.4 at home. They have covered the run line in their last two games as the favorite, but overall, they are just 11-20 on the run line when favored.</p><p>When the Boston Red Sox are on the road, the over/under line has been set at 9 runs for their game against the Chicago White Sox. The Red Sox have a combined run average of 8.5 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 27-32. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, their record is 3-1-2. So far this season, only 12.5% of their games have had an over/under line set at 9 runs or higher, and the over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Brayan Bello gets the start for the Red Sox today as he faces the White Sox on the road. He has made 10 starts this season and has a record of 6-2 with an ERA of 4.36. Bello's WHIP for the season is currently 1.25. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going 6 1/3 innings and giving up four earned runs on eight hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Bello has allowed at least one homer in each of his last three outings. So far, he has made two quality starts this year.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Red Sox are averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 9th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. As a team, the Red Sox are batting .248, which is 7th in the MLB, and are also near the top of the league in slugging percentage and isolated power. Boston has also done a good job of limiting strikeouts this season.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers has been one of the top power threats in the league this season, as his 13 homers are the best mark on the team and 8th in the MLB. Devers has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 13/38 in his last 10 games with three homers. Enmanuel Valdez has also been hot for the Red Sox, going 7/21 in his last seven games with three homers.</p><h3>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 16-48, the White Sox are 25 games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. So far, they have really struggled against other AL Central teams, going 5-19. Chicago has dropped nine of their last ten games and are just 6-22 in day games this year.</p>

<p>At home, the White Sox are 11-22 compared to 5-26 on the road. So far, they have dropped six straight series and have an overall series record of 4-15-1. As the underdog, the White Sox are 13-48 this year, and they have lost 14 straight games as the underdog.</p><p>The White Sox have been a solid bet against the run line this season, with a 27-37 record. They have been especially good as the underdog, going 24-37. They are 16-17 at home against the run line and 11-20 on the road. Their average run margin for the season is -2.3, but it is -1.8 at home and -2.8 on the road. In their wins, they are averaging a margin of victory of 2.6 runs, while in losses, they are losing by an average of 3.9 runs.</p><p>Chicago White Sox games have been trending towards the over recently, as they have hit the over in five straight contests. On the season, their games have averaged 8.3 runs per game, and their over/under record is 31-30. When the over/under line is set at 9 runs, they have gone 2-6-1, but only 4.7% of their games have had a line set that high.</p><p>Nick Nastrini and the White Sox are set to take on the Red Sox, and Nastrini is still in search of his first win of the season. He has taken the loss in all 4 of his starts, with his most recent outing coming against the Brewers. In that game, he went 4 innings and gave up 3 hits and 1 home run.</p><p>Paul DeJong has been one of the White Sox's most consistent power hitters this season, as his 10 homers is the best mark on the team and 11th best in the MLB. He has also gone 7/29 (.241) over his last eight games, with three homers and six RBIs. DeJong's 23 RBIs is tied for the team lead with Gavin Sheets, who also has six homers and is batting .235 for the season.</p>

<p>Chicago's offense has been the worst in the MLB so far this season, averaging just 3 runs per game. This has been due to their poor team batting average of .216 and the fact that they have the worst on-base percentage and OPS in the league. The White Sox are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and slugging percentage.</p>

Boston Red Sox vs Chicago White Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 6/8/24

<h2 id="h-schiano-looks-to-take-next-step-with-scarlet-knights">Schiano Looks to Take Next Step with Scarlet Knights</h2>



<p>When <strong>Rutgers </strong>went through the process of bringing <strong>Greg Schiano</strong> back as head coach, it became a stop-and-go thing, with the deal thought to be lost until an artful recovery on the part of the athletic department brass to rescue it. The decision was very popular, although most skeptics, including some <strong><a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/s/betonline/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BetOnline </a></strong>customers, pointed out that there was a big difference between the Big Ten and the Big East, where Schiano experienced some success with this program, even getting it into the national rankings.</p>



<p>Well, last year the&nbsp;<strong>Scarlet Knights&nbsp;</strong>went 3-6 after going 0-9 in the conference in each of the previous two seasons. And they'll try to get off to a good start on Thursday night as they take on the&nbsp;<strong>Temple Owls</strong>&nbsp;in an interesting non-conference matchup that will get underway at 6:30 PM ET at SHI Stadium in Piscataway.</p>



<p>Rutgers managed to beat Michigan State right out of the box, which was big. They later scored wins over Purdue and Maryland, both times as an underdog. In fact, the Knights were favored only once in the 2020 season, and in that game they lost to Illinois.</p>



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<p>And this is why it's quite intriguing that Schiano's team is being asked to carry a heavy number on Thursday night. In the college football odds that have been posted on this game by the folks at&nbsp;<strong>BetOnline</strong>, they are laying more than two touchdowns:</p>



<p><strong>Rutgers Scarlet Knights -14.5 (-115)<br>Temple Owls +14.5 (-105)<br><br>Over 51.5 points -120<br>Under 51.5 points +100</strong></p>



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<p>What head coach&nbsp;<strong>Rod Carey</strong>&nbsp;has done is reach out into the Power 5 to stock his stop unit with transfers. That includes cornerback Cameron Ruiz, who was a starter at Northwestern.</p>



<p>Both Schiano and Carey will reap the benefit of being able to have a spring camp. Who does that help more? Well, it might be more difference-making for Temple, which had almost nobody who could appear in all seven games, with 40 different starters along the way.</p>



<p>There is some speculation here, but we think that the Owls may have found some useful new blood at the quarterback position, in the wake of the departure of Anthony Russo (grad school at Michigan State).</p>



<p>D'Wan Mathis was a starter at Georgia, albeit briefly, and he has had no problem picking up the full playbook. Mathis has already made a comeback from surgery to remove a brain cyst, and his versatility gives Temple a chance to be more dynamic on the offensive end.</p>



<p>We wonder a little about Noah Vedral, who Schiano has behind center for Rutgers. It's not that the guy isn't experienced; he's gone from Central Florida to Nebraska to the Scarlet Knights. He completed 61.5% of his passes and had a so-so ratio of nine TD's to eight interceptions last year.</p>



<p>Well, Schiano's team can score enough, with 20or more points in eight of nine games in 2020, compared to just three times in a dozen contests the year before. But we're very wary about laying this lengthy number.&nbsp;Take the points.</p>



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<p>The Eagles are the heavy favorite in this NFC East matchup, with a money line of -286 as they host the Commanders at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 26th at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. FOX is covering this conference championship game, and the Eagles are favored by -6 points, with the over/under line set at 47.5 points. The Commanders' money line odds are +233.</p><h3>WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Eagles -6</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 26 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -6</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Commanders Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Washington heads into their conference championship matchup against the Eagles on a five-game winning streak, which includes a 45-31 victory over the Lions in the divisional round. The Commanders were 8.5-point underdogs in that game but pulled off the upset, bringing their record to 12-5. They are 2-0 in the playoffs, with a 23-20 win over the Buccaneers in the wild card round and a 23-19 win over the Cowboys in week 18.</p> <p>Washington is 12-6-1 against the spread this season, with a +5.8 scoring margin. They are 7-4 ATS as favorites and 5-2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 12-7, with their games averaging 52.4 points compared to a 46.7-point line.</p><p>Jayden Daniels has been excellent under center for the Commanders, posting a passer rating of 122 in the divisional round, going 22/31 for 299 yards and 2 touchdowns without an interception. In the Wild Card round, he threw for 268 yards and 2 touchdowns, with a passer rating of 110. Dyami Brown led the team in receiving against the Lions, with 6 catches for 98 yards, following his 89-yard performance in the Wild Card round.</p> <p>Washington ranks 5th in our offensive power rankings and 4th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 29.1. They are 5th in the league in yards per game (374.5) and 13th in passing yards per game (222.7). The Commanders rely heavily on the run game, ranking 3rd in both rushing attempts and rushing yards per game (151.7).</p><p>In their most recent game, the Washington Commanders' defense gave up 201 rushing yards to the Lions, despite coming out on top with a 45-31 win. The Commanders' defense did come up with four interceptions, even though they allowed 320 passing yards and 521 total yards to the Lions. They also allowed Detroit to convert on 41.9% of their third down attempts.<p></p>Washington's defense also allowed the Lions to complete 25 passes, and they gave up a total of 31 points. Even though they gave up a lot of yards, the Commanders' defense was able to force some key turnovers to help secure the win.</p><h3>Are The Eagles Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Eagles are 14-3 this season, putting them 1st in the NFC East and 2nd in the conference. After losing to the Commanders in week 16, they’ve bounced back with two straight wins, including a 28-22 victory over the Rams in the divisional round. They couldn’t cover the 7-point spread in that game, but they did cover as 5.5-point favorites against the Packers in the wild card round.</p> <p>Philadelphia is 12-7 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +9.4 points per game. They are 9-7 ATS as favorites and 3-0 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 8-11, with their games averaging 44.6 points compared to a 44.9-point line.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense has been heavily reliant on the run game, leading the NFL in rushing attempts and ranking 2nd in rushing yards per game with 184.3. Saquon Barkley has been a big part of that, rushing for 205 yards on 26 carries in the divisional round after a 119-yard performance in the Wild Card round. The Eagles rank 31st in passing yards per game, with Jalen Hurts throwing for 128 yards on 15/20 passing in the divisional round, but he was sacked 7 times.</p> <p>Philadelphia ranks 7th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 27, and they are 9th in yards per game with 362.2. They have struggled in the red zone, converting just 10.3% of their opportunities, which ranks 26th in the league. The Eagles are 10th in 3rd-down conversion rate, converting 41.7% of their attempts.</p><p>In their 28-22 win over the Rams, the Eagles' defense allowed 402 total yards, but they did come up with five sacks and held the Rams to a 37.5% conversion rate on third down. Los Angeles finished with 111 rushing yards on just 21 attempts. In the passing game, the Eagles allowed 291 yards, with the Rams completing 26 passes for two touchdowns. Their completion percentage was 59.1%. <p></p>

Kevin Pillar and the San Francisco Giants will head east to face the Atlanta Braves at SunTrust Park. The game gets underway 7:20 p.m. ET and NBC Sports - Bay Area will showcase this NL matchup.
<h2>San Francisco Giants at Atlanta Braves Odds</h2>
Oddsmakers have listed San Francisco (+170) as the underdog to Atlanta (-180). The total stands at 9.5 runs and bettors can take the over for +100 and the under for -120. There's a runline of Giants +1.5 (-130) and Braves -1.5 (+110) for this matchup.

The Braves are 94-60 straight up (SU) and 76-77 against the spread (ATS). They've gained 19.9 units for moneyline bettors while gaining 0.2 units ATS. Atlanta has a 3-4 ATS mark over its last seven games and the under has hit in five of those seven. The Giants are 74-79 SU and have gone 76-76 against the spread. They're up 10.9 units for moneyline bettors, but have lost 17.6 units ATS. San Francisco's covered the spread only twice over its last seven games and the under has hit in four of those seven.

Braves games have had an over/under record of 73-72-8 in 2019. Giants games have gone over 73 times, gone under 70 times and pushed on nine occasions.

Tyler Beede will get the start for the visiting Giants. The right-handed Beede is 5-9 with a 5.02 ERA and 101 strikeouts. He has yet to face the Braves this year and did not record a start against them in 2018, either.

The Braves are preparing to start righty Mike Foltynewicz (7-5, 4.80 ERA), who has 93 strikeouts and 35 walks to his credit as well as a WHIP of 1.31. Foltynewicz made two starts against the Giants in 2018, posting a 1-1 record with a 4.50 ERA and 11 strikeouts.

Atlanta’s pitching staff has allowed 4.6 runs per game overall in 2019 as a unit. The team's starters have a 4.19 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 8.2 strikeouts per nine innings. The bullpen has a 4.30 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 9.2 K/9.

The Atlanta hitters are putting up 5.3 runs per outing, including 4.5 per game over its last 10 games and 4.0 per game over their last five. The team has slashed .240/.317/.359 over its last five games and is 2-3 SU during that stretch.

Second baseman Ozzie Albies and first baseman Freddie Freeman have led the Braves' batters this year. Albies is hitting .293/.350/.500 with 23 home runs, 81 RBIs, 98 runs and 15 stolen bases, while Freeman's line is .299/.395/.561 with 38 homers, 119 RBIs and 112 runs.

For the visitors, San Francisco’s pitchers have allowed 4.7 runs per game and its starting pitchers own a 4.72 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 7.92 K/9. The bullpen has an ERA of 3.84, along with a WHIP of 1.34 and a K-per-9 of 8.70.

Giants hitters have slashed .240/.306/.397 on their way to 4.3 runs scored per game in 2019, including 4.1 runs per game over the team's last 10 games and 5.2 per game over the team's last five outings (3-2 SU).

San Francisco’s offensive production has been powered by Kevin Pillar and Brandon Belt. Pillar is slashing .267/.294/.452 with 21 home runs, 84 RBIs and 78 runs scored, while Belt (.238/.342/.412) is up to 17 homers, 57 RBIs and 75 runs scored.

The Giants have gained 11.5 units and are 58-51 ATS when facing a righty starter this season. The over has hit in 53 of those games, compared to 48 that've gone under against right-handed starting pitchers. On the other hand, the Braves have netted 14.3 units and are 59-60 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher. The over has hit in 56 of those games, compared to 58 that've gone under.
<h3>San Francisco Giants at Atlanta Braves Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Braves, ATS Winner – Giants, O/U – OVER
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Trends

The over has cashed in only two of San Francisco’s last seven contests.

The Giants have an OPS of .703 this season and an OPS of .696 against right-handed pitchers. The Braves' OPS sits at .793 overall and .794 against righties.

Atlanta has recorded 21.3 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 outings and 20.0 over its last five.

The Giants have hit six home runs in their last 10 games, including four over their last five.

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San Francisco Giants vs. Atlanta Braves Free Pick 09/20/19

<strong><u>Houston</u></strong><strong><u> Astros</u></strong>

Nobody remembers the regular season champion. To be fair, the Houston Astros weren’t even that, although they did tie for the best Pythagorean Win-Loss record since 1960, so they very well could have been at the top of the mountain. In a lot of respects, the 2018 season was better than the 2017 season for the Astros. It just ended with one flag as division champion instead of three as division champ, AL champ, and World Series champ.

The Astros went 22-8 over their final 30 regular season games. Only Milwaukee did better in that span. Houston went 57-24 on the road and just 46-35 at home. The splits were rather weird. Minute Maid Park does play as more of a pitcher’s park, which played out for the offense, as the Astros scored 51 more runs on the road. On the other hand, the pitching staff allowed 42 more runs at home than on the road.

A 66-36 record against right-handed pitchers was accompanied by a 37-23 record against left-handed pitchers. Only the Dodgers played more games against left-handed starters. Houston was 24-24 in one-run games. The Astros also went 62-21 against teams with losing records, but just 41-38 against teams .500 or better, which is a little bit surprising to me.

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<strong><u>Money Line Spots</u></strong>

The Astros rotation looks a lot different this season. Justin Verlander and Gerrit Cole are still the front-line guys, but Wade Miley, Collin McHugh, and Brad Peacock make up the rest of the rotation. That is a far cry from Charlie Morton, Dallas Keuchel, and Lance McCullers, but the first two were free agents and McCullers needed Tommy John surgery.

In theory, that should mean more chances to fade the Astros, but I’d be careful with that. This is an organization full of brilliant baseball minds. Miley is a contact management All-Star after his stint with the Brewers. Peacock has tremendous stuff, but durability has been an issue. McHugh does profile best as a reliever, so he’s the guy I’d likely look to fade regularly of the group, but I’m guessing Miley will be the one that gets disrespected the most.

We may be able to make a little bit of money going against Justin Verlander. Verlander posted a 2.52 ERA with a 2.78 FIP and a 3.03 xFIP in 214 innings last season. He also posted a career-best 34.8 percent K%. That was 6.7 percent better than any other year. Regression will come for him there, which also means regression in his LOB%. His career-best 4.4 percent BB% should also regress to the mean a bit. By no means am I saying that Verlander will tank. I’m simply saying that I think he’ll be overpriced against the rare team that hits for power and doesn’t strike out a lot.

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<strong><u>Totals Spots</u></strong>

As a whole, the Astros profile as an over team to me. Houston was 84-69-9 to the under last season. Minute Maid Park plays a role, but Houston got nothing from Carlos Correa offensively and several players missed time with injuries. Michael Brantley has been added to the lineup, which likely means that the Astros lead MLB in K% this season. They’ll put a ton of balls in play and that means overs.

Also, with the losses in the rotation and the uncertainty with guys like Miley, Peacock, and McHugh, the Astros should see higher-scoring games across the board. Of course, the books will adjust the totals with those guys, so I’d be more interested in road overs with the Astros.

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<strong><u>Individual Players to Watch</u></strong>

<strong>Wade Miley – </strong>I already outlined Justin Verlander, so I won’t mention him again. I will discuss Wade Miley. The 32-year-old posted a 2.57/3.59/4.30 pitcher slash last season in 80.2 innings of work. Anytime you see an ERA/xFIP discrepancy like that, the market will go against a guy. Miley’s 5.2 percent HR/FB% is a good bet to regress to a certain degree, but I’d be stunned to see it regress to league average around 12 percent.

Miley will be quite a wild card in the markets this season. The Astros are a very good defensive team, which helps with his pitch-to-contact stylings. I think it’s unfair that Miley is gauged by his 2016 and 2017 seasons when he was a pretty useful pitcher from 2012-15 with FIPs under 4.00 each of those years. I’m thinking we may get some value on him after the wave of action that comes in to fade him.

<strong>Gerrit Cole – </strong>Gerrit Cole is legit. Cole left the Pirates and joined the Astros and subsequently had a career year. And he could even eclipse that this season. He posted a 6.3-fWAR season with a 2.88/2.70/3.04 pitcher slash. He had a career-high K% at 34.5 percent. The Astros maximize arsenals in a way that creates more strikeouts. They’ve done it with the big league club and the minor league teams.

Cole threw his curveball a career-high 19.3 percent of the time last season. He also got back to more sliders and saw huge gains in his fastball spin rate. I don’t know if he’s going to be priced high enough, to be honest. He’s an elite pitcher and could very well win the Cy Young.

Houston Astros 2019 MLB Season Betting Tips

For whatever reason, the New England Patriots got off their game against the Houston Texans last week. They didn't do what they do best. And the Pats are now staring at playoff elimination.

On Sunday afternoon they will line up to face the Arizona Cardinals in a game that will take place at Gillette Stadium at 1 PM ET.

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No matter the circumstances, the Pats (now 4-6 SU &amp; ATS) needed to keep to their bread and butter. It has been rather evident from early on in the season that when they over-emphasize the pass with Cam Newton, they suffer offensively.

So Newton aired it out 40 times (for 365 yards), and they ran only 24 times. And the result was a home defeat to the Houston Texans, a team which has gone through a lot of upheaval, including a coaching change, and has some familiarity with the New England "method" with Romeo Crennel as an interim coach.

The bad news is that Rex Burkhead is no longer available for the Patriots. The good news is that Sony Michel and his 6.7-yard-per-carry average should be ready to go, according to the coaching staff.

In the NFL football betting odds posted on this game by the folks at BetAnySports, the Cards are laying points as the road squad:

<strong>Arizona Cardinals -2.5</strong>
<strong>New England Patriots +2.5</strong>

<strong>Over 50.5 Points -110</strong>
<strong>Under 50.5 Points -110</strong>

DeShaun Watson had a big day against the Pats last week, and now comes the challenge of facing Kyler Murray. But is any of this new? The Pats had to prepare for the reigning league MVP in Lamar Jackson a few weeks ago.

Of course, Jackson didn't have any receivers quite like DeAndre Hopkins, who is already up to 912 yards this season. But the Pats hope to have an answer for that. Stephon Gilmore is with them now, and when asked who he'd be covering in Sunday's game, he kind of laughed about it, as if there is any question he'll be shadowing Hopkins all day.

Arizona has some things going for it; namely, that the Cards are second in the league in rushing and third in the NFL both offensively and defensively in the red zone.

But if the Patriots can avoid falling behind early in this game, which would force Newton to over-do it through the air, they can work the ground attack, which they have done over 50% of the time during the season.

And hey - let's not forget about the fact that the Pats have been a dangerous dog with Belichick , covering 15 out of 20. You can never disqualify that for a team that has gotten so used to getting to the playoffs, there is room for a balls-out effort in a position of desperation, which is exactly where they are. So we are going to grab the points with NEW ENGLAND in this game.

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Lakers (-271) will travel to New Orleans to take on the Pelicans (+222). The Lakers are favored by 6.5 points and have a record of 8-4, while the Pelicans are 4-9 and 14th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Smoothie King Center and can be seen on SN-LA. The over/under line for the game is 221.5.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-72 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with Anthony Davis points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Find a Way to Win in New Orleans?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 8-4 on the season after a 120-115 road win over the Spurs on Friday. Los Angeles, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 235 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 228.</p> <p>San Antonio opened the game with a 13-0 run, but the Lakers responded by outscoring the Spurs 37-30 in the 2nd quarter. Heading into the 4th quarter with a 93-86 lead, the Lakers held on despite being outscored 29-27 in the final period.</p><p>Anthony Davis led the Lakers to a win over the Spurs, scoring 40 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, with 16 of his points coming in the opening quarter. Austin Reaves added 19 points, hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% rate, while LeBron James contributed 15 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists.</p> <p>The Lakers connected on 14 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep and 50% overall. Reaves hit 5 threes, and Davis made 2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Lakers gave up 115 points to the Spurs on Friday, allowing 30 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters. They tightened up in the 3rd, holding San Antonio to 26 points, and allowed 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Spurs shot 48% from the field, including 37% from beyond the arc, where they hit 17 threes. The Lakers sent the Spurs to the line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws. Los Angeles recorded 10 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 4-9 on the season with a 101-94 win over the Nuggets on Friday, November 15th. Playing at home, New Orleans entered the game as +2 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 217.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Pelicans went on a 12-0 run, turning an 18-13 deficit into a 25-18 lead. They maintained their advantage by winning the 3rd quarter 19-18 and held off the Nuggets in the 4th, edging them 23-22 to close out the game.</p><p>Brandon Ingram led the Pelicans to a win over the Nuggets, scoring 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, while hitting 3 threes at 33.3%. Brandon Boston Jr. added 19 points, making 3 threes at 42.9%, and Trey Murphy III chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds.</p> <p>New Orleans shot 42.5% from the field and 31.4% from three, connecting on 11 threes. Ingram scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, with Boston adding 9 in the 2nd.</p><p>The Pelicans' defense held the Nuggets to just 94 points, including a strong 3rd quarter where they allowed only 18 points. They gave up 32 points in the 2nd quarter but bounced back in the 4th, limiting Denver to 22 points to secure the win.</p> <p>New Orleans held the Nuggets to 42% shooting from the field and just 27% from three-point range, with Denver making only 10 threes. The Pelicans also sent the Nuggets to the line 11 times, where they made 10 free throws. New Orleans grabbed 39 defensive rebounds, allowing just 5 offensive boards, and added 4 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

It could not have been more of a nightmare for the Green Bay Packers the first time they faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Aaron Rodgers could not find the mark. And the Green Bay front could not stop the Bucs' ground game. The result was a 38-10 win for Tom Brady's team.

Is that a true indication of the difference in these teams, or what the matchup would typically produce?

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<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS at GREEN BAY PACKERS, 3:05 PM ET (Fox)</strong></span>

<strong>NFL Playoff Odds: Packers -3.5, Total 52</strong>

Needless to say, the Packers hope that the horrible day for Aaron Rodgers in Week 6 was an aberration. Rodgers was pressured all day by Tampa Bay's defensive line, suffering five sacks. He completed just 16 of 35 passes. And he was intercepted twice, which is kind of a big deal when you consider he's only had five INT's all year.

And Green Bay found itself pushed back a little by the Bucs' offensive line, allowing 158 rushing yards. There was a huge chasm between the way each team dealt with second down situations. While the Bucs gained 6.7 yards per play in those instances, the Packers gained only 2.9. Boom!

There is so much to turn around here. Can you just throw out that Green Bay performance? Well, everybody knows Rodgers can bounce back; he's thrown for 37 touchdowns and just three interceptions since that loss. And you know, Green Bay took on the best defense in the NFL last week and piled up 484 yards against the Los Angeles Rams. They were balanced too, with 296 passing yards and 188 on the ground.

What Matt LaFleur has done with the Pack has been artful; if you can imagine, Rodgers was very apprehensive about taking on his head coach's offensive approach. But Green Bay is #1 in the league in scoring. They have scored points on 49.7% of their drives. They are eighth in rushing yards, with a three-headed backfield. They have converted 49.4% of their third downs. They have converted 80% of their red zone trips into touchdowns. We could go on and on.

Rodgers has one of the premier wideouts in the game to throw to (Davante Adams, with 1374 yards), and he has also been almost flawless when looking for tight end Robert Tonyan, who has caught 88% of the passes thrown his way and scored eleven touchdowns. Rodgers also leads the NFL in yards after the catch on the part of his receivers (6.1 per reception).

You can't take away from what Tampa Bay has done.But we wonder if you realize that the requirements of Tom Brady in that offense are a little more exacting than they were in New England last year. Brady is throwing the ball an average of 9.1 yards past the line of scrimmage. That's the highest number in the league. And when you're trying to complete longer passes, the weather tends to play a bigger factor.

In Green Bay they are looking at cold temperatures, and are expecting snow until about noon Sunday. This will make it more difficult for the Bucs to execute, especially considering Antonio Brown isn't playing and Jaire Alexander did a pretty good job blanketing Mike Evans last time out.

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NFL Betting -- Can Packers Reverse Earlier Loss & Punch Super Bowl Ticket?

<p>The money line odds for Tuesday's Mets vs Nationals matchup have the Mets as the favorite, with their odds sitting at -137 compared to the Nationals at +117. This one is getting started at 6:45 PM ET from Nationals Park in Washington, DC. MASN will be televising this NL East matchup.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 9 runs, and the forecast for Tuesday's game calls for broken clouds and temperatures in the mid-80s. Sean Manaea will start for the Mets, and the Nationals are starting DJ Herz. Washington is currently on a two-game losing streak, and they are 4th in the NL East, while the Mets are 3rd in the division.</p><h3>WASHINGTON NATIONALS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Nationals Moneyline +117</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 6:45 ET on Tuesday, July 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS NATIONALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Nationals winning by a score of 6 to 5</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 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York rallied for six runs in the 10th inning in the most recent game of this Mets vs. Nationals series. The Mets scored two runs in the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up three in the top of the 10th, picking up a 9-7 win. Heading into the game, the Mets were favored at -119 on the money line.</p>

<p>David Peterson started for the Mets and went 6 1/3 innings, giving up two earned runs and striking out two. Jake Diekman got the win out of the bullpen, and Reed Garrett got the save. Hunter Harvey took the loss for the Nationals out of the bullpen. </p>

<p>Offensively, the Mets were led by J.D. Martinez, who homered and drove in three runs. Francisco Alvarez also had a two-hit game with three RBIs. Mark Vientos and Harrison Bader each drove in two for New York's offense.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are at an even 41-41 overall as they are on the road for today's game vs. the Nationals. In the NL East, they are 13 games behind the Phillies for the division lead. So far, they have gone 12-10 in divisional matchups. The Mets took the first game of this series vs. the Nationals.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 21-25 this year and have gone 20-16 on the road. As the road favorite, the Mets are 7-6 this year and 22-21 when favored overall. They have been an even 19-20 as the underdog. New York's overall series record is 12-13-3, and they have won three straight series on the road.</p><p>When betting the Mets on the run line this season, it has been more profitable to take them on the road, where they are 22-14. They have covered the run line in two straight road games and have an average run margin of +0.6 away from Citi Field. They have a run line record of 15-28 as the favorite and 24-15 as the underdog.</p><p>The Mets have been on a scoring tear lately, with the over hitting in six straight games. Their games have averaged 9.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 44-36. When the over/under line has been set at 9 runs, they are 3-2-2. Only 11% of their games have had higher lines than 9 runs this season, with the average line set at 8 runs.</p><p>Left-hander Sean Manaea gets the start for the Mets today as he faces the Nationals on the road. He has made 15 starts this season and has a record of 5-3 with a 3.89 ERA. Manaea's WHIP for the season is currently 1.30. In his 15 appearances, he has turned in three quality starts. Manaea most recently faced the Yankees, where he picked up the win, going five innings and not allowing a run. Before that outing, he had allowed at least one homer in three straight starts. So far, he has given up seven homers and is averaging 4.01 walks per nine innings.</p><p>So far this season, the Mets have been one of the best offensive teams in the league, averaging 4.9 runs per game (6th) and have been even better on the road, putting up 5.8 runs per contest. Overall, they are 4th in home runs and have the league's 5th best on-base percentage. The Mets have also done a good job of avoiding strikeouts, as they are 7th in the league in this category.</p>

<p>Brandon Nimmo and Mark Vientos have been swinging the bat well of late, with both players having four homers in their last nine games. Nimmo is 10/34 during this stretch, while Vientos is 9/35. Pete Alonso is also on a five-game hitting streak and leads the Mets with 17 homers this season. Alonso is 2nd on the team with 46 RBIs, which is also good for 2nd in the league.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is 39-45 overall, and they are 4th in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by 16 games. The Nationals have lost two straight games, and they are 3-7 over their last 10 games. In the NL East, they have gone 14-11 this year.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Nationals are 31-38 this year compared to 8-7 as the favorite. At home, Washington is 17-20 this year and 22-25 on the road. So far, they have an overall series record of 11-14-1, and they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>The Nationals have a run line record of 48-36 this season. They are 20-17 against the run line at home and 28-19 on the road. Washington's average run margin is -0.2 runs per game, and they have a run line record of 41-28 as an underdog. The Nationals have a run line losing streak of two games at home and as the favorite.</p><p>The Washington Nationals are playing at home today against the New York Mets. The over/under line is set at 9 runs, which is slightly higher than their combined run average of 8.5. The Nationals' over/under record for the season is 39-42, and their average over/under line is 8 runs. When the line has been set at 9 runs, their record is 2-5-1. The majority of their games this season have had lower over/under lines, as only 19.0% of their games have had lines set at 9 runs or higher.</p><p>Washington's DJ Herz will be taking the mound for the Nationals today as they host the Mets. Herz has started 3 games this season, and he has a win and 2 no-decisions. In his last outing, he took the loss against the Padres, giving up 4 runs in 3 1/3 innings.</p><p>Washington's offense has been pretty consistent this season, averaging 4.1 runs per game both at home and on the road. Overall, they are 20th in the league in scoring. As a team, the Nationals are batting just .236, which is 16th in the league, and they are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and slugging percentage.</p>

<p>CJ Abrams has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 4/13 in his last five games with a home run and two RBIs. Abrams is batting .284 for the season and leads the Nationals with 42 RBIs. Joey Meneses is also among the league leaders in RBIs and has three homers this season, but he is batting just .233 for the year.</p>

New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction 7/2/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers will host the Cavaliers in an Eastern Conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently on a 7-game losing streak and is 11th in the East, while Cleveland is 36-7 and in 1st place in the East.</p>

<p>The Cavaliers are favored by 10 points and have a moneyline of -488. The over/under line for the game is 228.5. NBCS will have the TV coverage for this game, which will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -10</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-90 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Cleveland Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Cavaliers fell to 36-7 on the season after a 109-108 road loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. Cleveland entered the game as 1-point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread, and the total score of 217 points fell short of the 228.5-point line.</p> <p>Houston’s 13-0 run, which stretched the score from 43-42 to 56-42, put Cleveland in a tough spot. The Cavs rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Rockets 25-15, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Darius Garland led the Cavaliers with 26 points and 5 assists in their 109-108 loss to the Rockets, shooting 47.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Donovan Mitchell added 19 points, 11 of which came in the 1st quarter, though he shot just 33.3% overall. Ty Jerome contributed 18 points, scoring 8 in the 3rd quarter and another 6 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Cavs shot 42.3% from the field as a team, connecting on 13 threes at a 31.7% rate. Garland added 8 points in the final quarter, while Jarrett Allen also scored 8 in the 3rd and 4 more in the 4th, finishing with 17 points in the game.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, the Cavaliers couldn’t overcome a 39-point 1st quarter by the Rockets, allowing 109 points in a close loss. Cleveland gave up 33 points in the 3rd quarter but held Houston to just 15 points in the 4th. Overall, the Cavaliers allowed the Rockets to shoot 44% from the field.</p> <p>The Cavaliers struggled to contain the Rockets from beyond the arc, as Houston hit 15 threes at a 44% clip. Cleveland sent the Rockets to the line 20 times, where they made 14 free throws. The Cavaliers recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 15-27 on the season after a 144-109 road loss to the Nuggets on Tuesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 35 points. The total score of 253 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 233 by 20 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia trailed 35-27 after the 1st quarter and 42-40 in the 2nd. Denver pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the 76ers 40-27, and a 12-0 run in the 4th sealed the game for the Nuggets.</p><p>In their 144-109 loss to the Nuggets, the 76ers shot 45.8% from the field, connecting on 15 threes at a 39.5% rate. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting just 30% from deep.</p> <p>Guerschon Yabusele added 22 points, knocking down 4 threes at an 80% clip. Maxey scored 13 points in the 2nd quarter, while Yabusele added 10 in the 3rd.</p><p>The 76ers struggled defensively on Tuesday, giving up 144 points to the Nuggets. Philadelphia allowed 35 points in the 1st quarter, 42 in the 2nd, and 40 in the 3rd before holding Denver to 27 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Denver shot 61% from the field, including 51% from three-point range, hitting 16 threes. The Nuggets also went 24/25 from the free-throw line. The 76ers gave up 14 offensive rebounds while recording 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>The Flames and Bearkats are set to face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Bearkats will host the game at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum in Huntsville, TX. Liberty is favored by -3.5 in this Conference USA conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 143.5 points.</p><h3>LIBERTY FLAMES VS SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bearkats.</li><li>Not only will Sam Houston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</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>Will the Flames Defense Show Up in Huntsville?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 10-2 on the season with a 73-63 win over Middle Tennessee on Saturday. Playing at home, the Flames entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game ended at 136, just under the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Liberty took control early, leading 42-25 at halftime. However, they allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31, making the game closer than the 1st half suggested.</p><p>In their last game, the Liberty Flames put up 73 points, shooting 43.8% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, and they connected on 70% of their free throws, going 7-for-10. The Flames also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists.</p> <p>Kaden Metheny led the way with 19 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 3-for-8 from deep. Colin Porter and Camryn Weston each added 16 points, with Porter hitting 3-of-4 from three-point range. Essam Mostafa contributed 14 points and pulled down 16 rebounds, while Justin Bufford chipped in 13 points, connecting on 3-of-7 from three.</p><p>Liberty's defense gave up 63 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field on 28 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 47% shooting, as the other team went 18 for 38 on two-point tries.</p> <p>From three-point range, Liberty's defense saw the opposition hit 10 of 26 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 7 attempts for 70%. Liberty allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Sam Houston Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>Sam Houston Bearkats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearkats dropped to 4-8 on the season after an 81-72 loss to UTEP on Saturday. Playing as +5.5 point underdogs on the road, Sam Houston not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, the Bearkats put up 43 points in the 2nd half but allowed 42, unable to make up the deficit. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes (6/20). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, hitting 16 of 18 for an 88.9% success rate.</p> <p>Marcus Boykin and Devon Barnes both shot 60% from the field, with Barnes knocking down 4 of 7 threes (57.1%). Boykin finished with 18 points, while Barnes added 17. Corey Camper Jr. and Lamar Wilkerson each contributed 16 points, though Wilkerson struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. David Terrell Jr. dished out 6 assists, and Cameron Huefner grabbed 8 rebounds.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 20/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sam Houston's opponent shot 36%, making 8 of 22 threes. The Bearkats also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 for 73%.</p>

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