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<p>Looking to win big? The Pilots and Ducks face off at 11:00 ET on BTN. The Ducks are hosting the game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, OR. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 153.5 points, and Oregon is favored by -26.5 vs. Portland.</p><h3>PORTLAND PILOTS VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthew Knight Arena at 11:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Ducks.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon winning straight-up, we like Portland at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Pilots Secure a Win at Eugene?</h3><h3>Portland Pilots Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland’s season got off to a rough start with a 94-53 home loss to UC Santa Barbara on Saturday. The Pilots entered the game as +7.5 underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 41 points. The game’s total points reached 147, just under the 149.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Portland trailed 47-28 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half, scoring only 25 points while allowing another 47 from the Gauchos.</p><p>Portland's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 53 points on 30.3% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit only 16.1% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-31 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 61.5% of their shots, making 8 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Vukasin Masic led the Pilots with 24 points and 5 assists, shooting 69.2% overall and 40% from three-point range. Jason Fontenet II added 21 points in 21 minutes, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 88.9% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 94 points, the Portland Pilots held their opponent to just 30% shooting from the field, including 16% from beyond the arc, where they made only 5 of 31 attempts. The Pilots also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts, shooting 61%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Portland's defense allowed 15 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 42% shooting rate. They also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is It the Ducks Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Oregon opened their season with a dominant 79-48 win over Montana on Friday, November 8th. Playing at home, the Ducks were -18.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 127 fell well short of the 152-point O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon took control early, leading 44-20 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they outscored Montana 35-28, maintaining their defensive intensity while cruising to victory.</p><p>Oregon put up 79 points in their latest game, shooting 45% from the field and hitting 9 of 25 from deep for 36%. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, and they connected on 69.6% of their free throws, going 16 for 23 from the line.</p> <p>Nate Bittle led the way with 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% overall and 60% from three-point range. Joe Pridgen also grabbed 9 boards, adding 14 points on 6 of 7 shooting. The Ducks finished with 13 offensive rebounds and 16 assists as a team.</p><p>Oregon's defense held their opponent to 48 points, despite allowing them to shoot 45% from the field. The Ducks gave up 27 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>Defensively, Oregon allowed 18 two-point baskets on 35 attempts (51%) and 9 threes on 25 attempts (36%). Their opponent also went 16/23 from the free-throw line, shooting 69%.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Highlanders and Lancers game? Catch the action at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA, as the Lancers hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 146 points, and California Baptist is favored by -3.5 vs. UC Riverside.</p><h3>UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Riverside Highlanders +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC RIVERSIDE HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Highlanders.</li><li>Not only will UC Riverside pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Highlanders Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>UC Riverside Highlanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Riverside dropped their season opener to BYU, 86-80, on Friday. The Highlanders were +21.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they kept it much closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-33 at halftime, Riverside put up 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 166 exceeded the O/U line of 153.</p><p>UC Riverside put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field and 39.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.7%, and they were strong from the free-throw line, converting 82.6% of their attempts (19/23).</p> <p>Egor Demin and Kaleb Smith each scored 20 points, with Demin adding 7 assists. Nate Pickens was efficient, shooting 75% from three (3/4) and finishing with 18 points. Keba Keita contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field.</p><p>UC Riverside's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 67% of their two-point attempts, with 27 made baskets inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Riverside held their opponent to 27% shooting, with just 6 made threes. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 14 free throws. The Highlanders also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Lancers Chances at Home</h3><p>California Baptist picked up an 88-84 win over Kennesaw State on Saturday, November 9th, in a home game. Despite being -10.5 favorites, the Lancers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 172, surpassing the O/U line of 157.5.</p> <p>After a 42-42 tie at halftime, California Baptist scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42 to Kennesaw State.</p><p>California Baptist scored 88 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field and just 16.7% from three-point range (3/18). They were more effective inside, hitting 50% of their two-point attempts (22/44), and they excelled at the free-throw line, making 35 of 42 attempts (83.3%).</p> <p>The Lancers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with only 7 assists. Simeon Cottle led the way with 26 points, while Kendal Coleman added a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Adrian Wooley contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Ricardo Wright hit 3 threes, shooting 60% from deep.</p><p>Despite holding California Baptist to just 40% shooting from the field, the Lancers still gave up 84 points. They allowed the opposition to hit 50% of their two-point attempts, going 22/44 inside the arc.</p> <p>California Baptist struggled to contain the Lancers from the free-throw line, where they shot 83%, making 35 of 42 attempts. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Riverside Highlanders vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

<p>The Jets are favored on the money line at -182 as they host the Colts at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. The Colts' point spread is +3.5, and the over/under line is set at 44 points. Looking to add to their record, the Jets are also looking to add to their record. This week 11 AFC matchup is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>INDIANAPOLIS COLTS VS NEW YORK JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indianapolis Colts +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MetLife Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Colts winning this one by a score of 24 to 15</li><li>Not only do we have the Colts winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Colts Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Heading into week 11, the Colts are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, which includes a 30-20 home loss to the Bills in week 10. This dropped their record to 4-6, but they remain 2nd in the AFC South despite being 1-3 in division games. Our projections give the Colts a 27.6% chance of making the playoffs and a 5.7% chance of winning the division.</p> <p>Indianapolis ranks 24th in our NFL power rankings and has an average scoring margin of -1.5 points per game. They are 7-3 against the spread, but have failed to cover in two straight games. Their O/U record stands at 4-6, with their games averaging 43.1 points compared to an average line of 44.4.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Colts sit 23rd in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 20.8 points per game, and rank 19th in passing yards per game (198.3) and 14th in rushing yards per game (121.3). On 3rd down, they are 20th in the league with a 36.6% conversion rate, but they rank 13th in red zone conversions.</p> <p>Joe Flacco threw for 272 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 10, but he also had 3 interceptions. Jonathan Taylor rushed for 114 yards on 21 carries, and Alec Pierce led the team with 81 receiving yards on 4 catches. The Colts scored 10 points in the 2nd quarter and 7 in the 4th against the Bills.</p><p>In their 30-20 loss to the Bills, the Colts' defense gave up 280 passing yards on 22 completions. Buffalo had success running the ball, gaining 135 yards on 31 attempts (4.4 yards per attempt). Despite this, the Colts' defense did not allow any passing touchdowns and even came away with two interceptions. <p></p>On third downs, the Colts allowed the Bills to convert 50% of their chances. Indianapolis managed two sacks in the game but did lose the tackles for loss differential by -4. The Colts will be looking to shore up their run defense in their next game.</p><h3>Are The Jets Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 11, the Jets sit at 3-7, ranking 17th in our NFL power rankings and giving them an 8.6% chance of making the playoffs. New York is 1-2 in division games and 3-4 in conference matchups, placing them 3rd in the AFC East. They are 2-2 at home and 1-5 on the road.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Jets are 3-7, with all three of their wins coming as the favorite. Their O/U record stands at 4-5-1, with the under hitting in their last two games. Their games have averaged 39.1 points this season, compared to an average line of 41.6.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Jets rank 17th in our offensive power rankings. They are 23rd in the NFL in points per game, averaging 17.7, and 26th in yards per game, with 298.5. New York ranks 4th in passing attempts per game but is only 17th in passing yards, averaging 211.7 per game. They have struggled on the ground, ranking 28th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game, with 86.8.</p> <p>In week 10, the Jets scored just 6 points in a loss to the Cardinals, failing to score in the second half. Aaron Rodgers threw for 151 yards on 22/35 passing, while Breece Hall had 52 rushing yards on 10 carries. Garrett Wilson led the team with 5 catches for 41 yards. New York converted 6 of 13 third downs but went 0/3 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 31-6 loss to the Cardinals, the Jets' defense allowed Arizona to convert on 71.4% of their third down attempts. The Jets gave up 406 total yards, with 147 of those coming on the ground, and 259 through the air. The Cardinals averaged 10.8 yards per attempt in the passing game and had one passing touchdown.<p></p>The Jets managed just one sack in the game and lost the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. Arizona completed 91.7% of their passes against the Jets in the blowout loss.</p>

Indianapolis Colts vs New York Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>Max Scherzer will get the start for the Rangers (70-48, 40-20 home) as they host the Angels (59-60, 28-32 away) at Globe Life Field. The Angels will give the starting nod to Patrick Sandoval. Check out my prediction for game one of this AL West matchup between the Los Angeles Angels and Texas Rangers.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Angels +1.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 8:05 ET on Monday, August 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES ANGELS:</h3><ul><li>In their last five games, the Angels have gone 3-2 vs. the runline.</li><li>The Rangers have struggled against the runline when favored of late, failing to cover in two straight times.</li><li>Over his last four starts, Patrick Sandoval has an ERA of just 1.88.</li></ul><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS LOOKING FOR UPSET AS ROAD UNDERDOGS</h3><p>This year, the Angels have put together a 56-63 record against the runline. On the road, their runline mark sits at 30-30. Straight-up, they are 59-60 and are 4th in the AL West. Lately, Los Angeles has had problems on the road, losing two straight series. The team's over/under record for the season is 58-58.</p><p><p>Starter Patrick Sandoval has had a roller coaster season for the Angels, with an overall record of 6-8 in 20 appearances. His ERA stands at 3.86, and his K/9 is 7.55. He also has a FIP of 4.02 and an OBP of .316.</p></p><p>Patrick Sandoval recently earned a quality start in a no-decision against the Giants, despite the Angels' 8-3 loss. The lefty allowed five hits and two earned runs over 6 2/3 innings of work.</p><p>For the season, the Angels' offense is averaging 4.8 runs per game. Over their last five games they have swung the bats well, sitting 9th in the league in scoring, with a total of 19 runs. Overall, Los Angeles' team batting average is .252, putting them 10th in the MLB.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been the Angels' most prolific power hitter in 2023, leading the team with 41 home runs and 84 RBIs. His slugging percentage is an impressive .665 for the season.</p><h3>WILL THE TEXAS RANGERS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>The Rangers enter today's action with an overall record of 70-48, putting them in first place in the AL West. So far, they have put together a 40-20 record at home and 30-28. Texas' overall series record stands at 22-12-2.</p><p><p>Max Scherzer will look to continue his impressive run of form when he takes the mound for Texas. The veteran right-hander has won each of his last three starts and currently holds an 11-4 record with a 3.88 ERA. He has been dominant on the mound, striking out 136 batters while allowing opponents to hit just .232 against him and slugging at a .419 clip.</p></p><p>Max Scherzer earned a quality start and the win in his latest outing, as the Rangers defeated the Athletics 6-1. The veteran pitcher allowed one run and three hits over seven innings of work.</p><p>This season, the Rangers are 2nd in the league at 5.7 runs per game. Over their last ten games, they have a combined batting average of .255 (12th) leading to 5 runs per contest. Overall, they are generating 3.5 walks per game compared to 8 strikeouts. Texas' on-base percentage of .341 has them 2nd in the MLB.</p><p>Mitch Garver has been a standout performer for the Rangers in their last five games, leading the team with one home run. He has eight long balls on the season and is batting .282.</p>

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