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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The college basketball betting action continues Tuesday, December 7, 2021, with the Big Ten Conference showdown from Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, so we bring you the best Michigan vs. Nebraska betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>The Wolverines aim for their sixth straight victory over the Cornhuskers, who have won only one of their previous 14 meetings with Michigan. According to <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, the Wolverines are 6.5-point road favorites with a total of 139.0 points.</p>



<h2>Michigan’s shaky form continues</h2>



<p>The Michigan Wolverines improved to 5-3 SU and 3-5 ATS on the season following a 72-58 home victory to the San Diego State Aztecs this past Saturday. Hunter Dickinson put on a show and posted a 23-point, 14-rebound double-double, while the Wolverines went 11-of-20 from beyond the 3-point line.</p>



<p>Michigan has been unpredictable so far this season, covering the spread just three times in the process. The Wolverines haven’t won two straight games since November 13 and a comfortable 77-49 victory over Prairie View A&amp;M at the neutral site.</p>



<p>Dickinson leads the way for the Wolverines, averaging 14.5 points and 8.4 boards per game, while Eli Brooks adds 14.4 points and 2.9 assists per contest. Michigan is No. 18 in the latest KenPom rankings, and the Wolverines are tallying 111.2 points per 100 possessions (18<sup>th</sup> in the country) on 46.2% shooting from the field (tied-97<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<h2>Nebraska lost two in a row</h2>



<p>The previous week was tough for the Nebraska Cornhuskers (5-4; 4-5 ATS), who suffered a couple of losses at NC State 104-100 in quadruple overtime and Indiana 68-55. The Huskers couldn’t recover from that painful defeat to the Wolfpack, so they didn’t stand a chance against the Hoosiers’ sturdy defense.</p>



<p>Nebraska shot only 37.7% from the field and 22.7% from downtown against Indiana. The Cornhuskers trailed by as many as 15 points and eventually failed to cover an 11.5-point spread. Alonzo Verge Jr. led the way for the Huskers with 15 points, five boards, and three assists, but he also had six turnovers.</p>



<p>The Cornhuskers are No. 102 in the KenPom rankings. They are scoring 103.6 points per 100 possessions (125<sup>th</sup> in the nation) on 44.1% shooting from the field (tied-197<sup>th</sup>). Alonzo Verge is averaging 15.0 points and 5.6 assists a night, while Bryce McGowens is adding 17.3 points per game.</p>



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



<p><strong>Michigan:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-0 ATS in the last five games overall</li><li>8-2 ATS in the last ten games played in December&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Nebraska:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-4 ATS in the last five games played on Tuesday</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-michigan-vs-nebraska-pick">Michigan vs. Nebraska Pick</h2>



<p>The Cornhuskers prefer to play at a fast pace, but their offensive execution is far away from an elite one. We saw them struggling mightily to cope with the Hoosiers’ defense, and I expect to see more of the same against the Wolverines.</p>



<p>On the other side of the ball, the Huskers will have huge problems slowing down Hunter Dickinson at the low post. Michigan likes to take things slowly, so I’m backing the Wolverines to establish their style of play and beat Nebraska by seven or more points.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Michigan -6.5 at -110&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>Six of the Wolverines’ last seven games have gone under the total. Also, the previous two encounters between Michigan and Nebraska have gone in the under, but neither of those two tilts has produced fewer than 140 points in total.</p>



<p>The Cornhuskers will try to speed up things and score some easy baskets in transition. The over is 4-2 in their previous six outings at any location. However, Nebraska should struggle defensively in this matchup, so I’m backing the over on the totals.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 139.0 points at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Michigan vs. Nebraska Odds, Pick, Prediction 12/7/21

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Heading into game two of this American League matchup, the Tigers (46-55, 22-28 home) will send Michael Lorenzen to the mound against the Angels (52-49, 23-26 away) and Patrick Sandoval. Check out my pick for today's Los Angeles Angels vs. Detroit Tigers game in Detroit.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels -113</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 6:40 ET on Wednesday, July 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES ANGELS:</h3><ul><li>In their last ten games, the Angels have a record of 7-3.</li><li>The Angels head into the game having won two straight games.</li><li>Opponents are hitting just .174 against Patrick Sandoval in his last three starts.</li></ul><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS TRYING TO CLOSE GAP IN AL WEST</h3><p>Overall, the Angels have a record of 52-49 which has them 3rd in the AL West. Los Angeles has rattled off two straight series victories and have an overall series record of 15-15-2. This season, Los Angeles is 29-23 at home and 23-26 on the road.</p><p><p>Los Angeles Angels starter Patrick Sandoval has posted a 5-7 record and 4.16 ERA thus far in 2023. When away from home, his ERA stands at 4.21, but it rises to 5.17 when pitching at Angel Stadium. Sandoval's WHIP for the season is 1.41, while batters have compiled a .246 average against him and a .350 slugging percentage.</p></p><p>The Los Angeles Angels earned a victory in Patrick Sandoval's last start, defeating the New York Yankees 5-1. The right-hander tossed 7 1/3 innings of two-hit, one-run ball to secure the win and improve his record for the 2023 season.</p><p>For the season, the Angels are 7th in batting average, hitting a combined .256. Over their last ten games, they have hit .252 which is 9th in that span. Los Angeles' average of 5 runs per game puts them 6th in the league. In terms of home runs, they have gone deep 155 times and have a team slugging percentage of .447.</p><p>Over the Angels' past five contests, Luis Rengifo has been at the forefront of their offensive production, leading the team with two home runs. Across the entire season, he has blasted nine long balls and is hitting .224.</p><h3>WILL THE DETROIT TIGERS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers are 3rd in the AL Central on an overall record of 46-55. So far, they have played in 34 series, and are below .500 at 15-16-3. This season, the Tigers are 22-28 at home and 24-27 on the road.</p><p><p>Detroit is relying on Michael Lorenzen to keep up his impressive form, as he has earned a victory in three consecutive outings. The right-hander holds an ERA of 3.49 and a 5-6 record for the season, having struck out 76 batters and allowing a .230 batting average. Opposing hitters have managed to post a .364 slugging percentage against Lorenzen thus far in 2023.</p></p><p>Michael Lorenzen earned a victory in his most recent start, shutting out the Royals over seven innings of work. The right-hander allowed just three hits while notching a quality start in the 3-0 win.</p><p>This season, the Tigers are 26th in the league at 3.9 runs per game. Over their last ten games, they have a combined batting average of .243 (13th) leading to 4 runs per contest. Overall, they are generating 3.1 walks per game compared to 8 strikeouts. Detroit's on-base percentage of .299 has them 21st in the MLB.</p><p>Over the Tigers' past five contests, Riley Greene has been at the top of the team's hit list, batting .470. This season, Greene is maintaining a .315 average and has knocked in 23 runs.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Detroit Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 7/26/23

<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, James Madison is favored bt -1.5 vs. South Alabama. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dukes Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-58 loss to Wake Forest on Tuesday. James Madison entered the game as +8 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>James Madison led 32-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 44.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 8 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from deep, and hit 6 of 9 free throws for a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis was a standout, scoring 27 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field and 40.0% from three. Cameron Hildreth added 18 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Dukes allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 24 three-point attempts. The Dukes also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Alabama's season record dropped to 6-4 after a 58-49 road loss to TCU on Monday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Jaguars kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 30-28 at halftime, South Alabama managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, and they hit only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Vasean Allette added 14 points, despite hitting just 1 of 5 from three, and Trazarien White contributed 13 points, shooting 2-for-9 from long range.</p><p>South Alabama's defense held their opponent to just 58 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, giving up a 55% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaguars limited their opponent to 5/26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 64%. South Alabama gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Golden Eagles and Musketeers game? Catch the action at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, OH, as the Musketeers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FOX. Marquette is favored by -5.5 in this Big East conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES VS XAVIER MUSKETEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cintas Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Musketeers.</li><li>Not only will Xavier pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Golden Eagles Chances in Cincinnati</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 10-2 on the season with an 80-70 home win over Butler on Wednesday, December 18th. Despite being -14 favorites, the Golden Eagles didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-32 at halftime, Marquette turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while holding Butler to 35.</p><p>Marquette's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a strong 57.8% shooting inside the arc. However, they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 6 of 30 attempts for 20%.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points, though he shot just 1 of 7 from deep. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, and Marquette grabbed 20 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Marquette's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field on 32 of 75 attempts. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the opponent hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 26/45.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marquette held their opponent to just 6/30 shooting, a 20% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10, shooting 83%. Marquette allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Musketeers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Musketeers dropped to 8-4 on the season after a 94-89 loss to UConn on Wednesday. Xavier, who entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-29 at halftime, Xavier scored 48 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 183 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Xavier's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 54.2% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they connected on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep. Solo Ball and Dante Maddox Jr. each contributed 22 points, with Maddox hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists, while Tarris Reed Jr. grabbed 13 rebounds and added 20 points.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive struggles, allowing 94 points on 47% shooting, the Musketeers couldn't slow down their opponent's two-point attack, which hit 55% of its shots (25/45).</p> <p>Xavier also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 95% of their attempts. The Musketeers gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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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.

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Connecticut Huskies vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Cardinal face off at 8:00 ET on BTN. The Cardinal are hosting the game at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. Oregon is favored by -5.5 in this non-conference contest against Stanford. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stanford Cardinal +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STANFORD CARDINAL:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Cardinal.</li><li>Not only will Stanford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Ducks Chances in San Jose</h3><p>Oregon improved to 10-1 on the season with a 79-61 win over Stephen F. Austin on Sunday. Playing at home, the Ducks were favored by 21.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 140, just over the 135.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon took control early, leading 37-23 at halftime. They scored 42 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 38, letting the Lumberjacks keep it closer than expected.</p><p>Oregon's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 79 points with a 51% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to hitting 60% of their two-point attempts (18/30) and 36.8% from beyond the arc (7/19). At the free-throw line, the Ducks connected on 22 of 32 attempts, good for 68.8%.</p> <p>Matt Hayman led the way with 17 points, while Brandon Angel added 15 on 4-of-5 shooting. Supreme Cook and Jadrian Tracey each chipped in 14 points, with Tracey hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Nate Bittle was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3, including 2-for-2 from three-point range, and added 3 assists.</p><p>Even though Oregon gave up 61 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ducks allowed 60% shooting, with their opponent hitting 18 of 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oregon's defense gave up 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 68%. Oregon allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Stanford Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford improved to 9-2 on the season with a 74-68 win over Merrimack on Tuesday. The Cardinal, who were -15.5 point favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Stanford led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 142, going over the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stanford put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, thanks in part to hitting 47.8% from three-point range, connecting on 11 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 32 points on 14 of 21 shooting, while Oziyah Sellers added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Jaylen Blakes was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 16 points.</p><p>Stanford's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 25 of 56 attempts. From two-point range, they allowed 14 made shots on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cardinal allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, with the opponent hitting 47% of their shots. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Stanford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

<p>We have the divisional rivalry game in the MLB on Monday, April 18 as two American League West foes meet at Minute Maid Park in Houston, so make sure to check out the best Angels vs. Astros betting pick along with the latest odds update on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/">BetUS Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<p>These AL West rivals have already met in a four-game series in Los Angeles to open the season, and Houston won that series 3-1. The Astros are -162 favorites in this one, while the total is set at 9.5 runs.</p>



<h2>Angels won the series against the Rangers</h2>



<p>The Los Angeles Angels bounced back from a series loss to the Houston Astros and beat the Miami Marlins and Texas Rangers in the next two. After losing the opening game of the series against Texas, the Angles responded with three straight wins and now have five victories in the previous six games to top the AL West with a 6-4 record.</p>



<p>Los Angeles scored eight runs on ten hits in an 8-3 victory, while the bullpen kept the Rangers at bay after starter Jose Suarez’s not very convincing 4.1 innings. He allowed three runs on five hits with three Ks and three walks. Despite pitching for just 0.2 innings, reliever Mike Mayers was credited with a win, his first of the season.</p>



<p>Over the first ten games of a new season, the Angels scored 41 runs (9th in the MLB) on a .250/.314/.457 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, Los Angeles’ staff has a 4.61 ERA (23rd) and 1.18 WHIP (8th).</p>



<h2>Astros disappointed in Seattle</h2>



<p>The Houston Astros played each of their opening three series on the road and now will spend the next six games at home against the Angeles and Blue Jays. Houston didn’t play well in two of three duels against the Seattle Mariners, allowing even 18 runs and scoring only three in return in those two meetings.</p>



<p>Jose Urquidy struggled in his second start of the campaign after a strong outing against the Angels last week. The 26-year-old righty allowed six runs on eight hits with two Ks and one walk over 4.0 innings of work. Houston batters registered just four hits in total; Michael Brantley had two of them, including a two-run homer in the 6th – his first HR of the season. Still, the Astros deservedly lost 7-2.</p>



<p>The Astros are 23rd in the MLB in scored runs with 29 on a .214/.282/.380 slash line, while Houston’s pitchers have a 2.69 ERA (6th) and 1.21 WHIP (13th).</p>



<h2>Trends:</h2>



<p><strong>Los Angeles:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-7 in the last nine games against Houston</li><li>1-4 in the last five games when playing on the road against Houston</li><li>2-8 in the last ten during Game 1 of a series</li></ul>



<p><strong>Houston</strong>:</p>



<ul><li>7-3 in the last ten games at home</li><li>20-6 in the last 26 games with the total set at 9.0-10.5</li><li>6-2 in the last eight vs. American League West rivals</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-los-angeles-angels-vs-houston-astros-pick">Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Pick</h2>



<p>The Astros will be playing at home for the first time this season and will be highly motivated to give their fans something to cheer for after a weak performance in the previous series against Seattle. Also, the Angels will be without Mike Trout in this one. Trout was hit on the hand by Spencer Patton during Sunday’s battle against the Rangers and will likely miss Monday’s game.</p>



<p>Luis Garcia (4.0 IP/0.00 ERA) will start for the hosts and I am backing him to have another strong display. The 25-year-old righty faced the Angels six times in 2021 (W 1 L2), pitching for 26.1 innings with a 4.10 ERA. Houston batters are facing Michael Lorenzen, who got a W against the Marlins after pitching for 6.0 innings and a 1.50 ERA. Still, the Astros’ lineup is way better than Miami’s and Lorenzen will have a much harder job at Minute Maid Park.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Astros to win at -162</p>



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



<p>Although I expect the Astros to improve offensively following a poor series against the Mariners, I don’t expect them to suddenly erupt and score double-digit runs here. The Angels, who have a better offense at the moment, will be without Trout, which will probably make them a bit less dangerous at-bat, while both Lorenzen and Garcia are decent pitchers, so I don’t see a lot of runs in the opening five innings.</p>



<p>The total has gone Under in five of Houston's last seven games, while the total went Under in four of the Astros’ previous five games against the LA Angels. Additionally, Under is 4-1 in the Angels’ last five during Game 1 of a series.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go with Under 9.5 runs at -125</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Odds, Pick, Prediction 4/18/22

<p>From Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., the Angels and Nationals face off in an interleague matchup. First pitch is set for 6:45 PM ET, and BSW is carrying this one on TV.</p>

<p>The over/under line is at 9.5 runs, and the Nationals are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -110. The Angels have an overall record of 51-65, while the Nationals are 53-64, putting them 4th in the NL East. The Angels are 4th in the AL West, and Griffin Canning will start vs. Patrick Corbin for the Nationals.</p>

<h3>WASHINGTON NATIONALS VS LOS ANGELES ANGELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Nationals Moneyline -110</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 6:45 ET on Saturday, August 10th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ANGELS 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>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Nationals vs. Angels series. Washington went into the matchup as +101 underdogs and squeaked out a 3-2 win. The Nationals had just two more hits than the Angels and struck out seven times, but still picked up the win.</p>

<p>Both teams scored one run in the first inning, and the Angels could only muster one more run in the 4th inning. As for the Nationals, they scored the game's go-ahead run in the 8th, and the Angels had a chance to tie it in the 9th but went down quietly.</p>

<p>Mitchell Parker got the win for the Nationals, going 6 1/3 innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued five walks. On the other side, Jose Soriano gave the Angels a good outing, giving up just one run in six innings of work.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 51-65, the Angels are 4th in the AL West, trailing the Astros by 9.5 games. Overall, they have gone 17-18 in divisional games. The Angels are on the road today, and they are 25-30 on the road compared to 26-35 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Angels are 45-52 this season, and they are just 6-13 when favored. So far, they have yet to win a game as the road favorite, going 0-4. Los Angeles' overall series record is 12-23-2, and they are currently down 0-1 in the series vs. the Nationals.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Angels, it's been a good idea to take them as the underdog, as they are 59-38 against the run line in that scenario. They are also 31-24 against the run line on the road, where they have a scoring margin of -0.7 runs per game. The Angels have lost three in a row against the run line when favored, and they are just 5-14 against the run line in that scenario.</p><p>When the Los Angeles Angels are on the road, the over/under line is set at 9.5 runs, and their games have averaged 8.9 runs per game this season. Overall, the Angels have gone 57-55 on over/under bets this season, and their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 9.5 runs, the Angels have gone 4-7 on over/under bets, and only 1.7% of their games this season have had over/under lines set at 9.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Griffin Canning is looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win and gave up just one earned run. In that start vs. the Mets, he went five innings and gave up one homer. Looking back over his last four outings, Canning has finished with a no-decision in three of them. He has a record of 4-10 and an ERA of 5.10. Canning's WHIP for the season is 1.41. Out of his 23 starts, Canning has turned in five quality starts and is averaging 6.88 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, he has allowed 21 homers and is winless on the road at 0-8 with a 6.61 ERA.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into the game with a team batting average of .237, which is 16th in the league and are averaging 4.1 runs per game. So far, they have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 4.1 runs per game (23rd) compared to 4.0 runs per game on the road. The Angels have been one of the league's worst home run hitting teams this season and are also near the bottom of the league in terms of OPS and isolated power.</p>

<p>Jo Adell comes into the game with a team-high 17 home runs but is batting just .202 for the season. Zach Neto has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/29 in his last eight games with three homers. He is batting .262 for the season and has 60 RBIs, which is the best mark on the team.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is 53-64 overall, putting them 4th in the NL East. So far, they have gone 16-15 against other teams in their division. Currently, they trail the Phillies by 16.5 games. The Nationals closed out their series vs. the Braves with a win and are leading their series vs. the Angels 1-0.</p>

<p>At home, the Nationals are 27-31 this season compared to 26-33 on the road. As the underdog, Washington is 43-55 this season, and they are 10-9 when favored. Heading into today's game, they are 15-20-2 in series this year. Over their last ten games, the Nationals are 4-6.</p><p>As a run line bet, the Nationals have been a solid play this season, going 66-51 overall. They have been even better on the road, going 35-24. They have been a good bet as an underdog, going 57-41 against the run line. Their average run margin is -0.5 runs per game, and they have been outscored by 0.6 runs per game at home.</p><p>Washington is 7-7 in games with an O/U line of 9.5 this season. Their games have averaged 9.0 runs per game, and their O/U record is 59-54 overall. The O/U line for their games this season has averaged 9 runs.</p><p>Left-hander Patrick Corbin gets the start for the Nationals today as he faces the Angels at home. Corbin has made 23 starts this season and has a record of 2-12 with a 5.88 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Corbin has a WHIP of 1.52 and has given up a total of 18 home runs. Per nine innings, he is averaging 6.73 strikeouts and 2.83 walks. Corbin has finished with a quality start in six of his outings this year. In his last outing, he gave up four earned runs in six innings of work, taking the loss. Before that, he had lost three straight starts.</p><p>Washington's offense has been pretty average this season, as they are 16th in the league at 4.3 runs per game. They have been even worse in the power department, as their 95 home runs are the fewest in the league. The team's collective batting average of .243 is 12th in the league, and they have been good at putting the ball in play, as they have the 7th fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Over his last seven games, Luis Garcia Jr. has gone 11/24 with three homers. For the season, he is batting .293 and is 2nd on the team with 56 RBIs. CJ Abrams has a team-high 17 homers but is batting just .249 for the season. Alex Call has also been hot of late, going 13/28 in his last seven games.</p>

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<p>The 2021 Pac-12 Conference Championship Game brings the second clash of the season between the Ducks and Utes, so we have prepared the best Oregon vs. Utah betting pick and odds for Friday, December 3.</p>



<p>Just a couple of weeks ago, the Utes demolished the Ducks 38-7 as 3-point home favorites with a total of 58.5 points. According to <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi/">BetDSI Sportsbook</a>, Utah is a 3-point fave for this one at the neutral site at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, while the totals are listed at 59.0 points.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Oregon beat Oregon State to win the North Division  </h2>



<p>The Oregon Ducks (10-2; 5-7 ATS) clinched their spot in the conference championship game with a 38-29 home victory to the Oregon State Beavers this past Saturday. They bounced back from that heavy loss at the Utes and dominated the Beavers from start to finish.</p>



<p>The Ducks outgained Oregon State 506-393. They had a huge 24-3 lead at halftime, controlling the flow of the game, as Oregon had the ball in possession for 37:04. Senior signal-caller Anthony Brown led the way for the Ducks and tossed for 275 yards and a pair of touchdowns while carrying the ball 14 times for 83 yards and a TD.</p>



<p>Oregon leans on its ground game, posting 213.3 rushing yards per game (19<sup>th</sup> in the country) and 5.4 per carry (tied-6<sup>th</sup>). The Ducks score 33.2 points per game (33<sup>rd</sup>) and surrender 24.4 in a return (tied-21<sup>st</sup>) on 124.2 rushing yards (25<sup>th</sup>) and 247.2 passing yards per game (98<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<h2>Utah shoots for its sixth straight W</h2>



<p>The Utah Utes are riding a five-game winning streak following a 28-13 home victory over the Colorado Buffaloes in Week 13. They failed to cover a huge 24-point spread, but it was another easy win for the Utes, who improved to 8-1 in the conference play and fully deserved their South Division title.</p>



<p>Utah held the Buffaloes to a paltry 148 total yards and nine 1<sup>st</sup> downs. The Utes racked up 444 all-purpose yards in a return, and sophomore RB Tavion Thomas led the way with 25 totes for 142 yards and a TD. Sophomore QB Cameron Rising went &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 14-of-23 for 179 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception, while junior TE Dalton Kincaid added four receptions for 55 yards and a TD.</p>



<p>The Utes are a run-heavy team, averaging 218.3 rushing yards per game (15<sup>th</sup> in the nation) and 5.7 per carry (tied-1<sup>st</sup>). They score 35.3 points per contest (tied-21<sup>st</sup>) and allow 21.5 in a return (29<sup>th</sup>) on 126.0 rushing yards (27<sup>th</sup>) and 199.3 passing yards per game (24<sup>th</sup>).</p>



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



<p><strong>Oregon:</strong></p>



<ul><li>6-11 ATS in the last 17 games overall</li></ul>



<p><strong>Utah:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1 ATS in the last five outings as favorites of three or fewer points</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-oregon-vs-utah-pick">Oregon vs. Utah Pick</h2>



<p>This could be a revenge game for the Ducks, but I’m backing the Utes to get another win over Oregon and overthrow the two-time defending champions. Last year, Oregon beat USC 31-24, while the Ducks smashed Utah 37-15 two years ago. Hereof, it’s a revenge spot for the Utes, too.</p>



<p>We should see a much tighter contest than that one in Week 12. Both teams are capable of playing tough defense, and they’ll heavily rely on rushing, so betting on the totals might be the best move in this matchup. I think the Utes will win this clash by the line of scrimmage, but the Ducks are a very dangerous team that should keep it close down the stretch.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Utah Utes -3.0 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>Two weeks ago, the Utes and Ducks combined for 45 points, while Utah outgained Oregon 386-294. Both teams took good care of the ball, but the Ducks just couldn’t get things going on the ground, tallying only 63 yards on 23 totes. On the other side, the Utes ran 50 times for 208 yards, and I expect to see more of the same this time around.</p>



<p>The under has hit in four of Oregon’s last five outings as an underdog, while the over is 3-1 in the last four meetings between the Ducks and Utes and 6-2 in Utah’s previous eight games overall.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 59.0 points at -110</strong></p>

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<p>The Mountaineers and Hurricanes are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ACC. The Hurricanes will host the game at Watsco Center in Coral Gables, FL. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150.5 points, and Miami is favored by -17.5 vs. Mount St. Mary's.</p><h3>MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS VS MIAMI HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Watsco Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hurricanes.</li><li>Even though we have Miami winning straight-up, we like Mount St. Mary's at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountaineers Stand a Chance in Coral Gables?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 6-4 on the season with an 80-72 road win over LIU on Wednesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the win, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 34-29 at halftime, Mount St. Mary's put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's managed to put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 32.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, with two-point shooting at 33.3% and three-point shooting at 31% (9/29). The Mountaineers were able to make up for their shooting struggles by hitting 31 free throws on 41 attempts, good for 75.6% from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points, though he shot 6/18 from the field and missed all 4 of his three-point attempts. Dola Adebayo added 16 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, while Blake Lander and Abdou Khadre Kebe each contributed 12 points, with Kebe going 2/7 from three-point range. The Mountaineers also grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the win.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. That included 48% shooting on two-point attempts, where they went 15/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 6 of 18 threes, good for 33%. They also got to the free-throw line 32 times, making 24 of those attempts, or 75%. Mount St. Mary's allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Miami Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Miami improved to 4-7 on the season with a 94-75 win over Presbyterian on Sunday. Playing at home, the Hurricanes were -18 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Miami took control early, leading 49-33 at halftime. They added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42, maintaining their lead throughout the game.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a field goal percentage of 67.3% (35/52) and an effective field goal percentage of 73.1%. They shot 73.7% on two-point attempts (28/38) and 50% from beyond the arc (7/14), while also hitting 77.3% of their free throws (17/22).</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the way with 24 points on 9/12 shooting, including 2/3 from three-point range. Brandon Johnson added 22 points, hitting 9/11 shots, while Lynn Kidd contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 8/9 from the field.</p><p>Despite Miami's defensive struggles, they managed to score 75 points in their last game. The Hurricanes shot 67% from the field, making 35 of their 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Miami was 28/38, shooting 73%. From three-point range, they hit 7 of 14 shots, good for 50%. They also went 17/22 from the free-throw line, shooting 77%. Miami gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Miami Hurricanes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Tigers and Boilermakers. The game is starting at 4:30 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Boilermakers at Legacy Arena at BJCC in Birmingham, AL. Get ready to place your bets! Auburn comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>AUBURN TIGERS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Boilermakers +9</p><p>This game will be played at Legacy Arena at BJCC at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE BOILERMAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Not only will Purdue pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Tigers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Auburn improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 100-59 win over Georgia State on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Tigers entered the game as heavy favorites, listed at -39, and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 156.5.</p> <p>Auburn led 43-31 at halftime before taking control in the second half, outscoring Georgia State 57-28. The Tigers’ strong defensive effort after the break was key to their convincing victory.</p><p>Auburn's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a field goal percentage of 57.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.6%. They dominated inside, shooting 72.2% on two-point attempts, while hitting 36% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 80.8% of their attempts.</p> <p>Chaney Johnson led the way with 26 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 85.7% from the field. Denver Jones added 17 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Nick McMullen contributed 15 points and 16 rebounds. Auburn also dished out 19 assists and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Despite Auburn's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 59 points. The Tigers allowed 35 made field goals on 61 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% overall.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Auburn's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 72% shooting rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 9 of 25 shots, shooting 36%. Auburn also sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws, an 80% rate. The Tigers allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Purdue Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Purdue’s season record dropped to 8-3 after a 70-66 home loss to Texas A&M on Saturday. The Boilermakers, who were favored by 2 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 136, falling short of the 142.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Purdue trailed 38-35 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the second half, scoring 31 points while allowing 32. The Boilermakers will need to regroup as they look to bounce back in their next outing.</p><p>Purdue's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and went 9-for-26 from beyond the arc, shooting 34.6% from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, hitting 9 of 10 attempts for 90%.</p> <p>Braden Smith and Wade Taylor IV each contributed 15 points, with Smith knocking down 5 threes on 11 attempts. Zhuric Phelps and Pharrel Payne also added 16 points, with Payne going a perfect 6-for-6 from the field and grabbing 9 rebounds. Purdue finished with 16 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Purdue's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field, connecting on 24 of their 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 55%, making 15 of 27 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Purdue allowed 9 threes on 26 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. The opposing team also went to the free-throw line 10 times, hitting 9 for 90%. Purdue gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>From Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., the Angels and Nationals face off in an interleague matchup. First pitch is at 6:45 PM ET, and BSW is carrying this game on TV. The money line odds have the Nationals at -116 compared to the Angels at -102. The over/under line is sitting at 9 runs.</p>

<p>Jose Soriano will start for the Angels, and he is facing off against Mitchell Parker for the Nationals. The Angels are 51-64, while the Nationals are 52-64. Washington comes into the game on a two-game losing streak and is 4th in the NL East, while the Angels are 4th in the AL West. </p><h3>WASHINGTON NATIONALS VS LOS ANGELES ANGELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Nationals Moneyline -116</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 6:45 ET on Friday, August 9th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ANGELS VS NATIONALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Nationals winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>The Angels pulled off a big 9-4 upset over the Yankees to close out their series. Los Angeles was the +200 underdog on the money line going into this matchup. It was a six-run 5th inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Yankees could only score one run after that. Los Angeles's offense was carried by Nolan Schanuel, who went 3/5 with a homer and two RBIs.</p>

<p>Tyler Anderson put together a good start for the Angels, going six innings and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. Los Angeles's bullpen allowed the Yankees to score two runs in the 8th, but they closed things out in the 9th. Going into the game, the Angels were on a three-game skid.</p><p>After taking two of three games from the Yankees, the Angels are 51-64 overall, putting them 4th in the AL West. Currently, they are 8.5 games behind the Astros for the AL West lead. The Angels head into today's game having won two straight, and they are 6-4 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Angels are just 26-35 this year, but they have been better on the road at 25-29. As the road favorite, the Angels are 0-3 this year, and they are 6-12 overall as the favorite. Los Angeles' series record is 12-23-2 this year, but they have won two straight series.</p><p>When the Angels win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.1 runs per game. When they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.8 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 64-51, and they are 31-23 against the run line on the road. They have covered the run line in two straight games, but they are just 5-13 against the run line as the favorite.</p><p>The Angels are on the road today against the Nationals, and the over/under line for their game is set at 9 runs. The combined run average for their games this season is 8.9, and their over/under record is 57-54. When the line is set at 9 runs, their over/under record is 10-9-3. So far this season, 13 of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs, accounting for 11.3% of their games. Their over streak is currently at 2 games.</p><p>Through 19 starts, José Soriano has a record of 6-7 and an ERA of 3.47 for the Angels. He has made eight quality starts this year and is coming off a start in which he didn't allow a run. Against the Mets on August 3rd, Soriano went six innings, giving up five hits and two walks. In that outing, he finished with six strikeouts. Soriano has been much better on the road this year, coming in with a record of 4-3 and an ERA of 3.14. At home, his ERA is 6.52.</p><p>So far this season, the Angels offense is averaging just 4.1 runs per game, which is 25th in the league. This is also the 25th ranked offense in terms of home runs and they are batting a collective .237. One of the few bright spots in the lineup is that they have the 13th best BABIP in the league. As a team, the Angels are just 20th in terms of drawing walks.</p>

<p>Over the past 8 games, Zach Neto has been on fire, going 11/27 with three homers and 13 RBIs. This has pushed his season average up to .266, and he is currently leading the Angels with 60 RBIs. Taylor Ward, Jo Adell, and Logan O'Hoppe are all tied for the team lead with 16 homers. O'Hoppe and Ward are batting .266 and .228, respectively, while Adell is hitting just .202.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Led by a big game by Luis Garcia Jr. at the plate, the Nationals are coming off a game in which they scored five runs on seven hits. However, they still took the loss, as the Giants scored nine runs on jsonly 13 hits. Washington was the slight favorite at -101 at home going into the game.</p>

<p>DJ Herz got the start for the Nationals and took the loss. He only lasted 2 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs on four hits. The Nationals also used four different relievers in thejson loss.</p><p>Washington is 52-64 overall, putting them 4th in the NL East, and they trail the Phillies by 17.5 games for the division lead. The Nationals lost the first two games of their series with the Giants and dropped the series 3-1. So far, they are 16-15 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Nationals are 26-31 this season compared to 26-33 on the road. As the underdog, the Nationals are 42-55 this year, and they are 10-9 when favored. Washington's overall series record is 15-20-2, and they are coming off a series loss.</p><p>Washington is 30-27 against the run line at home, but 35-24 on the road. They are 9-10 against the run line as the favorite, but 56-41 as the underdog. Their average run differential is -0.5 runs per game, and they are 65-51 against the run line overall. They have failed to cover the run line in their last two games.</p><p>The Nationals are playing at home against the Angels today, and the over/under line is set at 9 runs. Washington's games have averaged 9.1 runs per game this season, and their overall over/under record is 59-53. When the line is set at 9 runs, their record is 11-11-2. So far this season, 17.2% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs, and the over has hit in their last three games.</p><p>Mitchell Parker gets the start for the Nationals today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he didn't give up a run. Against the Brewers on August 4th, he picked up the win, going 6 innings and giving up just three hits. Looking at his overall numbers, Parker has made 20 starts and has a record of 6-6. His ERA for the season is 4.06, along with a WHIP of 1.19. For the year, he has allowed 13 home runs. Parker's ERA on the road is 9.64 compared to 4.28 at home.</p><p>Washington's offense has been pretty average this season, as they are 16th in the league in runs per game at 4.3. They have been a little better at home, averaging 4.2 runs per game. The Nationals are also one of the better teams in the league at avoiding strikeouts, as they have the 7th fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia Jr. have been the Nationals' top two power threats this season, with Abrams leading the team with 17 homers, and Garcia Jr. is right behind him with 14. Garcia Jr. has been hot of late, going 13/29 in his last eight games with three homers. Currently, Alex Call, Lane Thomas, and Juan Yepez are all on three-game hitting streaks.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction 8/9/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bearkats and Panthers face off at 1:00 ET on ACC. The Panthers are hosting the game at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Pittsburgh is favored by -16.5 against Sam Houston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have Pittsburgh winning straight-up, we like Sam Houston at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bearkats Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Sam Houston improved to 4-5 on the season with an 87-71 win over Texas Southern on Saturday. The Bearkats were -11 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 158 points went over the 147.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-32 at halftime, Sam Houston turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Tigers 55-35 to secure the win.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 45.2% from three-point range, hitting 14 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 of 13 threes, while Cameron Huefner added 22 points. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Kolby Granger was efficient, shooting 66.7% overall and 60% from deep.</p><p>Despite the Bearkats' defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points in their latest game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Sam Houston gave up 29 field goals on 61 attempts, including 15 two-pointers at a 50% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearkats allowed 14 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponents shooting 45% from three-point range. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. Additionally, Sam Houston gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 96-56 win over Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday. The Panthers, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 152 went over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading just 39-36 at halftime, Pittsburgh clamped down defensively, allowing only 20 points in the 2nd half while scoring 57 points of their own.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points on 61.1% shooting from the field. They connected on 71% of their two-point attempts and 47.8% from beyond the arc, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 70.4%. The Panthers also shot 76% from the free-throw line, hitting 19 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Brandin Cummings was the standout performer, scoring 30 points in 30 minutes, shooting 76.9% from the field and 75% from three-point range (6/8). Jaland Lowe contributed 12 assists, while Ishmael Leggett and Devontae Blanton each grabbed 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, their opponent managed to score 56 points, shooting 61% from the field. They were especially effective inside, hitting 71% of their two-point attempts (22/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% shooting rate. Their opponent also went to the line 25 times, converting 19 free throws for a 76% success rate. Pittsburgh gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Sam Houston Bearkats vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

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.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Best NFL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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In their third head-to-head meeting of the regular season, the Nashville Predators and the Minnesota Wild meet at the Xcel Energy Center. The match will get started at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 3, and fans at home can witness this divisional matchup live on Fox Sports North Plus.
<h2>Nashville Predators vs. Minnesota Wild Odds</h2>
Playing the role of favorite will be Minnesota (-125), whereas Nashville is an underdog offering moneyline odds of +105 and the Over/Under (O/U) is set at an even 6 goals. If bettors want to play this game's total, they'll be looking at odds of -110 money on the over and -110 on the under.

Minnesota is 32-33 straight up (SU) and has punished moneyline bettors to the tune of -0.9 units so far. That early-season winning percentage is fairly close to the 37-45 record the team produced during the 2018-19 season campaign. Among its 65 games this season, 32 have gone over the total, while 28 have gone under and just five have pushed. The team is 18-16 SU at home this year.

The Wild have connected on 21.8 percent of their power play opportunities this year, a mark that places them in the top-10 among NHL teams. On the other hand, their penalty kill is ranked 28th overall, and they've successfully killed off 76.4 percent of all penalties.

As a team, the Wild have been penalized 3.5 times per game overall this season, and 2.9 per game over their past ten outings. The team has been forced to kill penalties for just 6.3 minutes per game over their last 10 outings, overall.

Averaging 25.1 saves per game with a .909 save percentage, Alex Stalock (19-16-4) has been the top goalkeeper for the Wild this year. If the Wild choose to rest him, however, head coach Dean Evason may roll with Devan Dubnyk (11-18-18 record, .892 save percentage, 3.34 goals against average).

The Wild will continue relying on leadership from Kevin Fiala and Eric Staal. Fiala (49 points) has tallied 20 goals and 29 assists and has recorded multiple points 11 times this year. Staal has 19 goals and 27 assists to his name and has recorded a point in 34 games.

Nashville has lost 12.1 units for moneyline bettors thus far and is currently 32-33 straight up (SU). A total of 35 of its outings have gone over the total, while 28 have gone under the total and just one has pushed. The Predators are 16-15 SU as an away team this season.

The Predators have converted on just 16.1 percent of their power play opportunities this year, a figure that places them in the bottom-10 overall among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill unit is ranked 31st overall and it's successfully killed off 74.5 percent of all opponent power plays.

Nashville's skaters have been penalized 3.7 times per game in total this season, and 5.0 per game over their last five road outings. The team has had to kill penalties just 6.9 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Juuse Saros (25.3 saves per game) has been the primary choice in the net for Nashville. Saros has 14 wins, 22 losses, and four overtime losses to his credit, while registering a .907 save percentage and 2.88 goals against average this year.

For the visiting Predators, a lot of the offense will be heavily coordinated by Roman Josi, who's got 45 assists and 16 goals this year.
<h3>Nashville Predators vs. Minnesota Wild Free Picks</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Pick:</a> SU Winner – Wild, O/U – Over
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Trends

Two of Minnesota's last ten games have ended in a shootout. The team is 1-1 in those games and 2-3 overall in shootouts this season.

For both of these teams, the over has hit in three of their past five outings.

Six of Minnesota's last ten contests have been decided by two or more goals. The team is 4-2 overall in those games.

Nashville skaters created 18.7 hits per game last season, while the Wild posted 19.5 hits per contest.

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Nashville Predators vs. Minnesota Wild Game Pick 3/3/20

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Seahawks face off at 2:00 ET on FloH. The Seahawks are hosting the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -6.5 against UNC Asheville in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNC Asheville Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Even though we have UNCW winning straight-up, we like UNC Asheville at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UNC Asheville Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>UNC Asheville improved to 5-4 on the season with a 95-81 home win over North Florida on Tuesday, December 17th. The Bulldogs, who were -3 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNC Asheville jumped out to a 43-30 lead by halftime, but the game opened up in the second half, with the Bulldogs scoring 52 points and allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the over/under line of 162.</p><p>UNC Asheville's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points while shooting 56.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%, with strong performances from both inside and outside the arc. They hit 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 45% from three, connecting on 9 of 20 shots from deep.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also excelled at the free-throw line, making 20 of 29 attempts (69%), and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. They dished out 20 assists, with Jordan Marsh contributing 7 assists to go along with his 19 points. Toyaz Solomon led the team with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p><p>UNC Asheville struggled defensively, giving up 81 points on 56% shooting from the field. Their interior defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNC Asheville's defense couldn't contain their opponent, who shot 45% on threes, making 9 of 20 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 69%. The Bulldogs gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can UNCW Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 7-3 on the season with a 79-66 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNCW led 37-27 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined points for the game were 145, going over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>UNCW put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 72% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 10-for-32 (31.2%).</p> <p>Donovan Newby led the way with 21 points, knocking down 4-of-9 threes. Zavian McLean and Keeshawn Kellman both shot 8-for-11, with McLean adding 20 points and Kellman grabbing 9 rebounds. Noah Ross contributed 12 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, UNCW's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. Most of the damage came inside, where they allowed 18 two-point baskets on just 25 attempts, a 72% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 10 made threes on 32 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 13 for 61%. UNCW gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>If that was the last game at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, at least the venue went out with a bang. If it wasn’t, it means that the New York Islanders are in the Stanley Cup Finals.</p>



<p>Game 7 between the Islanders and the Tampa Bay Lightning will be on Friday night and it will be a win or go home scenario for both teams. The Lightning are favored in the -165 range at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a> with a total of 5 after failing to finish the series in six games. The Islanders have given them everything that they can handle and now it all comes down to one game.</p>



<h2 id="h-new-york-islanders"><strong><u>New York Islanders</u></strong></h2>



<p>Game 5 was ugly for the Islanders, but the margin of defeat means nothing in the playoffs. In fact, losing 8-0 is better than losing in the fashion the Lightning just did in Game 6. That fifth game remains the outlier of the series. Tampa Bay outscored New York 5-0 at 5-v-5. In the other five games of the series, the Islanders have 10 goals at 5-v-5 and the Lightning have nine.</p>



<p>It has been a really even matchup, much to the surprise of many. We all knew that head coach Barry Trotz was an evil genius and would have a strong game plan to slow Tampa Bay down, but the suffocating defense and the counterattack ability of the Islanders has really been impressive to watch. While other teams made excuses about the Bolts bringing Steven Stamkos and Nikita Kucherov off the shelf with no salary cap to worry about, the Islanders have simply embraced the underdog role.</p>



<p>They’ve also embraced their mean side, too. That was plenty evident when Scott Mayfield’s cross-check to the ribs of Kucherov sent the Lightning star out of the game with just 45 seconds played. The Bolts were down a forward the rest of the way and it will be interesting to see if the extra strain on the remaining forwards has any impact in Game 7.</p>



<p>It will also be interesting to see if Kucherov can come back. It was a pretty gnarly cross-check and one that should have been called a penalty. A power play there could have been the difference in the game, but we’ll never know.</p>



<p>One guy that was a difference maker was Semyon Varlamov. After getting run from Game 5 during the first period barrage from the Lightning, Varlamov looked much better in Game 6 with 22 saves on 24 shots. Credit the Islanders for holding Tampa Bay to 24 shots, but Varly was big when he needed to be.</p>



<h2 id="h-tampa-bay-lightning"><strong><u>Tampa Bay Lightning</u></strong></h2>



<p>Nikita Kucherov is a huge part of what the Lightning do and a real difference maker on the ice, but if he cannot go in Game 7, at least they have a ton of experience playing without him. Kucherov made his season debut for Game 1 of the first round against the Florida Panthers. Other guys will simply have to step up in his place if he is unable to play.</p>



<p>Guys like Brayden Point, who has scored a goal in nine straight playoff games. He sits one off the record. Guys like Anthony Cirelli, who has been a factor on just about every shift with a scoring chance or a big play. Guys like Yanni Gourde, role players that are out there to be trusted in key situations. Even a guy like Steven Stamkos, who had two goals in the 8-0 rout.</p>



<p>The Lightning won’t panic. They’ll be back on home ice with the last change, so even if Kucherov can’t go, they should be able to find a way to get some favorable matchups with their top scoring threats. Andrei Vasilevskiy didn’t play bad in Game 6 by any means, though he’d like to have Mayfield’s game-tying short-side goal back.</p>



<p>Vasilevskiy stopped 25 of 28 shots and has a .933 SV% in the series. The Islanders have gotten two more high-danger chances than the Lightning, but Tampa Bay’s high-danger SV% is much higher than what Varlamov and Ilya Sorokin have been able to provide at 5-v-5. It could very well come down to Vasilevskiy in the deciding game.</p>



<h2 id="h-islanders-vs-lightning-free-pick"><strong><u>Islanders vs. Lightning Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>A very even series like this one deserves a Game 7 and I’m glad we’ve got it. The playoffs have been really good thus far and this series has been excellent. With or without Kucherov, the Lightning have enough offense to win this game. It will take another all-out defensive effort from the Islanders, which we should get. The play here is under 5. It seems unlikely that we get a high-scoring game with so much on the line. It should be another tight, low-scoring affair.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Under 5</strong></p>

Islanders vs. Lightning Game 7 Free Pick & Prediction 06/25/21

<p>At 8:00 ET, the San Antonio Spurs (13-48) will travel to the Toyota Center to face the Houston Rockets (26-34). The Rockets are currently favored by 7.5 points and are 12th in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 15th in the West and have won two straight games.</p>

<p>This divisional matchup will be broadcast on Spac.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, March 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-101 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Alperen Sengün finishing with Alperen Sengün points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.3% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog San Antonio?</h3><p>In their last game, the Spurs defeated the Pacers by a score of 117-105. The combined scoring in the game was 222, which was well below the O/U line of 242 points.</p>

<p>San Antonio's ATS win streak is at three games, and they have covered the spread in two straight games on the road. This season, they are 16-17 ATS on the road and 14-14 ATS at home.</p>

<p>As underdogs, the Spurs have won two straight games and have an ATS record of 26-30 as underdogs. Today, they are getting 7.5 points against the Rockets.</p>

<p>The Spurs have an O/U record of 31-29-1 this season, and 43 of their games have had higher O/U lines than today's line of 229. On average, their games have scored 232.7 points.</p>

<p>With a record of 13-48, the Spurs are 15th in the Western Conference. In the Southwest Division, they are 5th with a record of 1-9 against division opponents and 8-26 against the West.</p><p>This season, the Spurs are 22nd in the league in scoring at 112.3 points per game. However, they are 24th in road scoring at 109.9 points per game.</p>

<p>San Antonio's offense is ranked 3rd in pace at 101.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 25th in the league at 46%. From three-point range, the Spurs are 15th in made threes but just 29th in three-point shooting percentage.</p>

<p>When it comes to two-point field goals, San Antonio is 19th in percentage at 53%. In terms of free throws, they are 26th in both attempts and makes. In terms of offensive rebounds, the Spurs are 18th in the NBA.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Spurs' defense is giving up an average of 120.3 points per contest. For the season, San Antonio is ranked 28th in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 21.8 free-throws per game vs. the Spurs and have an overall field goal percentage of 49.3%.</p><h3>Will the Rockets Win at Toyota Center?</h3><p>Houston has a record of 26-34 this season and is currently 12th in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 18-18 and 8-16 against the East.</p>

<p>The Rockets have an ATS record of 31-28 for the season, including going 20-10 ATS at home. They have covered the spread in their last two games on the road and are 11-18 ATS on the road.</p>

<p>On average, Rockets games have combined for 225.8 points per game this season, which is lower than today's O/U line of 229. Houston has also hit the under in their last five games.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Rockets defeated the Suns by a score of 118-109. They were 8.5-point underdogs going into the game and have an O/U record of 26-34 for the season.</p>

<p>For the season, the Rockets are 20-10 straight-up at home and have gone 12-7 ATS as the favorite. As the favorite, they have a scoring margin of +8.1 PPG compared to -4 PPG as the underdog.</p><p>This season, the Rockets are averaging 112.8 points per game, which is 21st in the NBA. At home, they are scoring 115.0 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Houston is 28th in the league at 45%. From beyond the arc, they are 20th in three-pointers made per game and 28th in three-point shooting percentage.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Rockets are 13th in the NBA at 99.5 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are 28th in the league. Houston has also been effective on the offensive glass, ranking 7th in offensive rebounds per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Rockets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 36.7% of their games. In terms of free throws, they are 11th in the league in makes per game and 6th in attempts.</p><p>This season, the Rockets' defense is the 11th ranked defense in the NBA at 11th PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 56.7% of their games. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Rockets are forcing 12.7 per game, which is 13th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 26th in blocked shots at 4.5 per game.</p>

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The Los Angeles Clippers (43-19) look to lengthen their six-game winning streak against the Los Angeles Lakers (48-13) at Staples Center. Action gets underway at 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 8, 2020.
<h2>Los Angeles Lakers at Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview</h2>
The last time the Lakers played, they defeated the Milwaukee Bucks, 113-103, resulting in a push. LeBron James was the game's leading scorer with 37 points on 12-for-21 shooting. The Lakers held the Bucks to an offensive rebounding percentage of 10.6 (below their season average of 21.0) and had a free throw rate of 0.341 (above their season average of 0.194). The two teams combined to put up 216 points, which came in just over the projected point total of 215.

The Clippers will look to keep it rolling after comfortably covering the 1.5-point spread against the Houston Rockets in their last matchup, 120-105. With 25 points on 8-for-15 shooting, Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers in scoring. The Clippers held the Rockets to an effective field goal percentage of 0.397 (below their season average of 0.540) and had a free throw rate of 0.345 (above their season average of 0.229). The two squads collectively scored 225 points, which came in under the projected point total of 237.5.

These two teams have met twice already this season, with the Clippers winning both. In the most recent game, Leonard scored a game-high 35 points and the Clippers, who were 2-point underdogs, beat the Lakers 111-106. He also recorded 12 rebounds and five assists. The two teams combined to put up 217 points, which was just 4.5 points below the projected point total of 221.5 points. The Clippers played a nearly perfect game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.282 and a great offensive rebounding percentage of 30.2. The Lakers put up marks of 0.167 and 24.5, respectively, for those same stats.
<h3>Lakers at Clippers Betting Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">NBA Tip:</a> SU Winner - Lakers, ATS Winner - Lakers, O/U - Over
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Betting Notes:

The Lakers rank third in steals per game (8.6) while the Clippers rank 22nd (7.2).

The Lakers rank first in blocks per game (6.9) while the Clippers rank 15th (5.0).

The Lakers rank fourth in points off turnovers per game (18.8) while the Clippers rank 12th in points off turnovers allowed per game (16.7).

The Lakers are 44-11 when they reach the century mark, while the Clippers are 41-14.

The total has gone over in 16 of the Lakers' 31 road games, while 16 of the Clippers' 31 home games have gone under.

Bettings Trends:

The Clippers are 4-1 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs in their last five games.

Across their last five outings, the Lakers are 4-1 ATS with 4 unders and 1 over.

The Clippers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 15.0, up from 6.5 for the season.

During their last five games, the Lakers have scored an average of 111.8 points per game (2.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 103.0 points per game (4.0 below their season average).

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick 03/08/20

<p>The Yankees (71-72, 32-36 away) travel to take on the Red Sox (73-70, 37-35 home) in game one of this AL East matchup. Clarke Schmidt is getting the start for the Yankees while Kutter Crawford is starting for the Red Sox. See who I like to pick up the win in today's New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox showdown at Fenway Park.</p><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Red Sox -129</p><p>This game will be played at Fenway Park at 7:10 ET on Monday, September 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON RED SOX:</h3><ul><li>The Yankees have gone just 2-3 in their last five games.</li><li>Over their previous ten games as the underdog, the Yankees are just 4-6 straight-up.</li><li>The Yankees are just 1-2 in Clarke Schmidt's last three starts.</li></ul><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On a record of 71-72, the Yankees are 5th in the AL East. At home, they have put together a win percent of 52.0% compared to 47.1% on the road. This season, New York has gone 43-50 against teams who are above .500, and hold an overall series record of 19-19-6.</p><p><p>Clarke Schmidt is making his 30th start of the season, boasting a 9-8 record. His ERA stands at 4.54, with opponents batting .260 against him. On the road, Schmidt is 5-3 with a 6.70 ERA, while at home he has been 4-5 on an ERA of 3.98. Teams have recorded a slugging percentage of .438 against him so far this year.</p></p><p>Clarke Schmidt notched a quality start and a victory in his last game against the Tigers, as the Yankees emerged victorious with a 4-3 scoreline. The right-hander gave up three runs and five hits over 6 1/3 innings of work.</p><p>The Yankees have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 4 home runs over their last five games. Compared to other clubs, this is 9th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 4th in home runs and 19th in slugging percentage. Overall, New York is averaging 4.2 runs per game (20th).</p><p>The Yankees will be without Jasson Domínguez for today's matchup, a major setback for the squad as he has been their most productive hitter in the last ten games. During this span, Domínguez has hit .226 and holds a season-long batting average of .258.</p><h3>WILL THE BOSTON RED SOX TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Throughout the season, the Red Sox have taken advantage of playing at home, posting a series record of 12-9 at Fenway Park. Their overall record of 73-70 puts Boston 4th in the AL East. Against the runline, their overall record is 72-71 and 35-37 at home. This year's Red Sox's games have an over/under record of 78-62.</p><p><p>Kutter Crawford is making his 28th appearance of the 2023 season with a 6-7 record. His ERA stands at 4.36, while teams have a .229 batting average against him. On the road, he has been impressive with a 6-3 record and 2.85 ERA, however at home he has struggled going 0-4 on an ERA of 7.31. Overall, opponents have a .402 slugging percentage against him this year.</p></p><p>Kutter Crawford's most recent outing for the Red Sox saw him pitch 3 2/3 innings against the Rays, with five runs allowed on three hits. Despite his efforts, the Red Sox fell 8-6 and Crawford was handed a no-decision.</p><p>For the season, the Red Sox's offense is averaging 5 runs per game. Over their last five games they have swung the bats well, sitting 7th in the league in scoring, with a total of 28 runs. Overall, Boston's team batting average is .264, putting them 3rd in the MLB.</p><p>Rafael Devers has been a key contributor to the Boston offense this season, boasting a .272 batting average and .503 slugging percentage. In the team's last ten games, Devers has been particularly impressive, leading the Red Sox in hits and batting an impressive .293.</p>

New York Yankees vs Boston Red Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 9/11/23

<p>Planning on watching today's Lancers and Eagles game? Catch the action at McDougald-McLendon Arena in Durham, NC, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, Longwood is favored by -3.5 against North Carolina Central. The over/under for the game is 145.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina Central Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at McDougald-McLendon Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina Central pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for Longwood as Away Favorites</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Longwood improved to 7-3 on the season with a 77-55 road win over Campbell on Wednesday, December 18th. Entering the game as 3-point favorites, the Lancers covered the spread, but the combined points of 132 fell short of the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>Longwood took control early, leading 34-20 at halftime. They scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35, maintaining their lead and securing the win.</p><p>Longwood's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on 56.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.2% of their threes (7/24). At the free-throw line, they were solid, making 14 of 18 attempts for a 77.8% success rate.</p> <p>The Lancers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Colby Duggan and Johan Nziemi both contributed 13 points, with Duggan hitting 4 of 5 threes. Michael Christmas and Colby Garland each added 11 points, with Garland also handing out 6 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the opposing team making only 9 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19, shooting 70%. Longwood gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Eagles Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>North Carolina Central Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>North Carolina Central improved to 3-8 on the season with a 77-70 road win over Longwood on Saturday. The Eagles entered the game as +8 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, NCCU outscored Longwood 43-36 in the second half. The total points for the game were 147, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.</p><p>North Carolina Central's offense was clicking in their last game, as they shot 54.7% from the field and posted an effective field goal percentage of 60.4%. They connected on 59% of their two-point attempts and hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-14 from three-point range.</p> <p>Keishon Porter led the way with 20 points in just 19 minutes, shooting 8-for-9 from the field. Po'Boigh King added 16 points, hitting 3-of-6 from deep, while Colby Garland contributed 15 points and 6 assists. The Eagles also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 16 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense couldn't slow down their opponent, giving up 70 points on 51% shooting. They struggled to defend inside, allowing 67% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they held their opponent to 28% shooting, with 6 made threes. They sent the other team to the line 23 times, where they hit 14 free throws. The Eagles gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

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