<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Jaguars versus the Mastodons? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, IN. The over/under for this game is set at 151 points, and Purdue Fort Wayne is favored by -15 vs. IU Indy in a Horizon League conference matchup.</p><h3>IU INDY JAGUARS VS PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: IU Indy Jaguars +15</p><p>This game will be played at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IU INDY JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Mastodons.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue Fort Wayne winning straight-up, we like IU Indy at +15.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jaguars Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>The Jaguars fell to 2-6 on the season after a narrow 66-64 loss to Northern Kentucky on Saturday. Despite being +7.5 point underdogs, they kept the game close and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 130, which was under the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>IU Indy led 33-29 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the second half while scoring 31. The Jaguars will need to tighten up defensively in the second half of games to turn their season around.</p><p>In their last game, the Jaguars put up 64 points, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.7%. They hit 50% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 20 attempts, while also shooting 51.9% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Paul Zilinskas led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 of 9 threes. Jarvis Walker added 23 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three. Trey Robinson contributed 19 points, hitting 70% of his shots, and Josh Dilling chipped in 17 points, making 5 of 9 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, the Jaguars' defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field, hitting 24 of 47 attempts. This included a 51% performance on two-point shots, where they connected on 14 of 27 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Jaguars allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 6 shots, a 66% success rate. IU Indy gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Purdue Fort Wayne Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Mastodons improved to 5-4 on the season with an 82-77 win over Robert Morris on Sunday. Playing at home, they were -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 159 exceeded the over/under line of 147.</p> <p>Purdue Fort Wayne led 39-35 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The Mastodons will look to tighten up defensively in future games.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 55% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 25% of their threes (4/16). At the line, the Mastodons were impressive, making 26 of 30 free throws for an 86.7% rate.</p> <p>Alvaro Folgueiras led the way with 25 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 8/11 overall and 4/5 from three. Jalen Jackson added 23 points on 6/7 shooting, while Kam Woods contributed 19 points, despite shooting 41.2% from the field and 1/4 from three.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 46% from the field. They struggled to contain inside scoring, allowing 22 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 55% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Purdue Fort Wayne held their opponents to 4 made threes on 16 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. However, they sent their opponents to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 26 free throws, an 86% success rate.</p>

IU Indy Jaguars vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/11/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Chicago Bulls (-637) will host the Washington Wizards (+458) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Bulls are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is set at 241.5.</p>

<p>Chicago (17-20) is currently 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. Meanwhile, Washington (6-29) is 15th in the East and 5th in the Southeast Division. The Wizards have lost four straight games.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-123 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 6-29 on the season after a 109-103 loss to the 76ers on Wednesday. Washington, who entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 222-point line.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run early, stretching their lead from 15-10 to 25-10. The Wizards trailed 88-74 going into the 4th quarter but fought back, outscoring the 76ers 29-21 in the final period.</p><p>Jared Butler led the Wizards with 26 points and 7 assists in their loss to the 76ers, shooting 57.9% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Corey Kispert added 23 points, connecting on 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Kyle Kuzma contributed 16 points despite shooting just 36.8% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Wizards made 13 threes, shooting 43.3% from beyond the arc, though their overall field goal percentage was 44.7%. Butler scored 8 points in the 1st, 2nd, and 4th quarters, while Kispert added 10 points in the final period. Jonas Valančiūnas also chipped in 10 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 109 points to the 76ers, including 32 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points. Overall, Washington held Philadelphia to 45% shooting.</p> <p>The Wizards allowed 15 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the 76ers to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Washington had 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Bulls fell to 17-20 on the season after a 129-113 road loss to the Pacers on Wednesday. Chicago, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, couldn’t cover the spread. The total score of 242 points came in just under the 245.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 15-0 run early on put Chicago in a deep hole, as the Pacers extended their lead from 23-18 to 38-18. The Bulls were down 100-76 going into the 4th quarter, and while they outscored Indiana 37-29 in the final period, it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 31 points and 4 assists in their 129-113 loss to the Pacers, shooting 60% from the field. Coby White added 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting just 30% from deep.</p> <p>The Bulls connected on 12 threes as a team, shooting 34.3% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 51.2%. Jalen Smith was perfect from the field, making 2 threes and scoring 8 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled on Wednesday, giving up 129 points to the Pacers, who shot 52% from the field. Chicago allowed 34 points in the 2nd quarter and 37 in the 3rd, contributing to the loss.</p> <p>Chicago did well defending the three, holding Indiana to 10 made threes on 34% shooting. The Bulls also sent the Pacers to the line 24 times, where they hit 15 free throws. Chicago finished with 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Washington Wizards vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

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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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Flashes and Bulls. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Bulls at Alumni Arena in Buffalo, NY. Get ready to place your bets! Kent State is favored by -10.5 in this Mid-American conference contest against Buffalo. The game's over/under currently sits at 143.5 points.</p><h3>KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES VS BUFFALO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Bulls +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will Buffalo pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Flashes Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kent State improved to 8-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Northern Illinois on Tuesday. The Golden Flashes, who were favored by 12.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>After taking a 35-21 lead into halftime, Kent State scored 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29. The game’s total points ended at 118, well under the 139.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Kent State's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field. Their two-point shooting was strong at 57.8%, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 17 attempts for 17.6%. At the free-throw line, they connected on only 53.8% of their shots.</p> <p>VonCameron Davis led the way with 31 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field, though he made just 1 of 6 from three-point range. James Dent Jr. added 21 points, hitting 3 of 10 from deep and finishing with 3 rebounds and 1 assist.</p><p>Kent State's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, where they limited the opposition to 34% shooting on two-point attempts (11/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kent State's defense allowed only 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made just 7, shooting 46%.</p><h3>Can the Bulls Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 3-9 on the season after an 88-79 loss to Ohio on Tuesday. The Bulls were +11.5 point underdogs at home but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Buffalo trailed 37-20 at halftime but came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 59 points while allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Buffalo's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25.9% of their threes, but connected on 53.7% of their two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they shot 63.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>AJ Clayton led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 threes. Tyson Dunn added 21 points, making 5 of 9 from deep and dishing out 8 assists. Aidan Hadaway contributed 17 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Even though the Bulls gave up 88 points, they held their opponent to just 25% from beyond the arc, with only 7 threes made on 27 attempts. However, they struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 53% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponent hit 22 of 41 shots.</p> <p>Buffalo sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 14 attempts for 63%. The Bulls also allowed 11 offensive rebounds, giving their opponent extra chances to score.</p>

Kent State Golden Flashes vs Buffalo Bulls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

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

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>From American Family Field in Milwaukee, we have the Reds and Brewers facing off in an NL Central matchup. This one gets started at 8:10 PM ET, and APLTV is carrying the game on TV.</p>

<p>The money line odds have the Brewers at -136 compared to the Reds at +115. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and the Brewers are looking to extend their three-game winning streak. Cincinnati is 56-59, and they are 4th in the NL Central, while the Brewers lead the division with a record of 65-49.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS MILWAUKEE BREWERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline +115</p><p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 8:10 ET on Friday, August 9th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS BREWERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>The Reds's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Marlins, closing out their series with a 10-4 win. After scoring two runs in the 1st inning, the Reds added another three runs in the 3rd to really break things open. Cincinnati went on to score another seven runs in the 10th to put things out of reach. Heading into the game, the Reds were the heavy favorite at -183.</p>

<p>Hunter Greene put together a good start for the Reds, going six innings and giving up just three earned runs, and picking up the win. Cincinnati's offense was carried by TJ Friedl, who went 2/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Cincinnati is on the road today, taking on the Brewers with an overall record of 56-59. The Reds are 9.5 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central, and they are 14-15 in divisional matchups this year. Cincinnati won their most recent series, taking three of four from the Marlins.</p>

<p>So far, the Reds have been both good and bad on the road, putting together a record of 28-28. At home, they are 28-31 this season. As the underdog, the Reds are 26-33 this year, compared to 30-26 as the favorite. Heading into today's game, the Reds have an overall series record of 14-19-3.</p><p>The Reds are 35-21 against the run line on the road this season, with an average run margin of +0.9 runs per game. They have a run line record of 61-54 overall, with an average run margin of +0.4 runs per game. They are 26-33 against the run line at home, with an average run margin of -0.1 runs per game. They are 25-31 against the run line as the favorite and 36-23 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds are on the road today against the Milwaukee Brewers. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly lower than their season average of 9 runs per game. The Reds have gone over the total in 53 of their 111 games this season, and their games have averaged a combined 8.6 runs per game. The over has hit in 12 of their 21 games with an 8.5 run total, and they are currently on a six-game over streak.</p><p>Cincinnati is sending Carson Spiers to the mound today as he faces the Brewers on the road. So far this season, he has made seven starts and 12 appearances. Spiers' record for the season is 4-3, and he has an ERA of 3.59 to go along with a WHIP of 1.16. In his 57 2/3 innings of work, Spiers has given up seven home runs. Looking back at his last outing, he took the loss, giving up three earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz and Tyler Stephenson have been swinging the bat well for the Reds of late, with De La Cruz going 13/39 in his last nine games and Stephenson batting .344 with three homers in this stretch. De La Cruz has also gone deep twice in his last nine games, while Stephenson has driven in nine runs. Heading into the game, De La Cruz is batting .269 for the season, and he is the Reds' leader with 50 RBIs.</p>

<p>Spencer Steer is the Reds' top home run hitter this season, but he is batting just .228. Jeimer Candelario is also near the top of the league in homers, with 18, but is also batting just .228. Candelario is on a six-game hitting streak, and Tyler Stephenson has gone deep in four straight games.</p><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3><p>Milwaukee closed out their series vs. the Braves with an impressive 16-7 win. Leading up to the game, they were the slight favorite at +112 on the money line. It was a big third inning that really turned things in their favor, as the Brewers scored three runs in the inning and added another three in the 5th.</p>

<p>Frankie Montas put together a good start for the Brewers, going four innings and giving up just three runs on two hits. He also issued four walks and hit one batter. Milwaukee's offense was carried by Jackson Chourio, who went 3/5 with two homers and four RBIs.</p><p>Milwaukee is hosting the Reds today with an overall record of 65-49, which has them leading the NL Central by seven games over the Cardinals. The Brewers have put together a three-game winning streak, closing out their series vs. the Braves with a win and taking the first two games of the series. In the NL Central, they have gone 23-13 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Brewers are 31-21 this season and have gone 34-28 on the road. Milwaukee has been good as the favorite this season, putting up a mark of 36-27, and they are 29-22 as the underdog. So far, they have dropped two straight games as the favorite.</p><p>The Brewers have been a good bet on the run line this season, going 60-54 overall. They have been especially good on the road, where they are 35-27. As the underdog, they are 35-16 on the run line. Their average run differential on the season is +0.9 runs per game.</p><p>The Milwaukee Brewers are at home today against the Cincinnati Reds. The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly below their combined run average of 8.9. The Brewers have hit the over in 63 of their 109 games this season, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 24-18. The over has hit in three straight games for Milwaukee.</p><p>Right-hander Aaron Civale gets the start for the Brewers today as he faces off against the Reds at home. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 2-8 with a 5.14 ERA. Looking back at his last outing, Civale took the loss, giving up five earned runs in four innings of work. Before that, he had turned in three straight outings with no more than two earned runs allowed. Opponents are batting .268 off Civale this year, and he has a total of four quality starts.</p><p>As a team, the Brewers are averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 7th in the league. They have been a very consistent offensive team, as they are also 5th in home runs and 3rd in batting average. Milwaukee also leads the league in on-base percentage and has the 7th best OPS in the league. One area they could improve is their isolated power, as they are just 17th in the league in this category.</p>

<p>Willy Adames has been a big power threat for the Brewers this season, as his 20 home runs are the most on the team and 13th in the league. He is also 10th in the league with 76 RBIs. Adames has also been hot of late, going 8/24 with three homers over his last six games. Rhys Hoskins is also near the top of the league in homers, but he has a batting average of just .229.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction 8/9/24

<p>In a matchup of Eastern Conference foes, the Raptors (4-13) travel to take on the Pistons (7-11) at Little Caesars Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET. TSN will broadcast the game.</p>

<p>Detroit (-206) is currently favored by 5 points over Toronto (+173). The over/under line for the game is 223.5 points.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-119 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are Toronto Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 4-13 on the season after a 122-108 road loss to the Cavaliers on Sunday. Toronto entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 230 points came in just under the O/U line of 233.5.</p> <p>Toronto’s slow start put them in a hole, as they trailed 38-22 after the 1st quarter. They battled back, outscoring Cleveland 33-27 in the 2nd and 35-31 in the 3rd, but couldn’t keep it going in the 4th, where they were outscored 26-18.</p><p>In their 122-108 loss to the Cavaliers, the Raptors shot just 40.2% from the field, with a 30.8% success rate from beyond the arc, making 12 threes. Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick led the way with 18 points each, with Barnes adding 7 rebounds and 7 assists.</p> <p>RJ Barrett contributed 16 points, while Jonathan Mogbo scored 11 of his 13 points in the 2nd quarter. Barnes scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, while Jakob Poeltl added 8 of his 12 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively in their 122-108 loss to the Cavaliers, giving up 38 points in the 1st quarter. They allowed 31 points in the 3rd quarter but held Cleveland to 27 and 26 points in the 2nd and 4th quarters, respectively.</p> <p>Overall, Toronto allowed Cleveland to shoot 49% from the field, including 39% from three-point range, where the Cavaliers hit 16 threes. The Raptors also sent Cleveland to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10. Defensively, Toronto recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Pistons?</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 7-11 on the season following a 111-100 road loss to the Magic on Saturday. Detroit, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 211 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 207.5.</p> <p>Orlando took control early with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 17-13 to 27-13. Detroit responded by outscoring the Magic 32-23 in the 2nd quarter, but Orlando regained momentum in the 3rd, outscoring the Pistons 32-26. Heading into the 4th quarter down 88-79, Detroit couldn’t close the gap, as the Magic edged them 23-21 in the final period.</p><p>Jaden Ivey led the Pistons with 19 points and 7 rebounds in their 111-100 loss to the Magic, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field. Malik Beasley contributed 18 points, hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% clip.</p> <p>Detroit connected on 13 threes, shooting 39.4% from deep and 46.7% overall. Ivey scored 7 points in the 2nd quarter, while Beasley added 9 in the frame.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons had strong 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up just 23 points in each, but they allowed 33 points in the 1st and 32 in the 3rd, leading to a 111-100 loss to the Magic. Detroit held Orlando to 12 made threes on 30% shooting from deep.</p> <p>The Pistons sent the Magic to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. Detroit grabbed 24 defensive rebounds but gave up 17 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

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

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks (-223) will be in Orlando to take on the Magic (+186). The Bucks are currently favored by 5.5 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is set at 209.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center and can be seen on FDSF.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-98 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Milwaukee Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 19-16 on the season with a 121-105 win over the Spurs on Wednesday. Milwaukee was favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread, while the total points of 226 fell just short of the 226.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when Milwaukee went on a 10-0 run to break a 22-22 tie. They then dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring San Antonio 34-19. Despite losing the 3rd quarter 32-26, the Bucks entered the 4th with a 91-78 lead and edged the Spurs 30-27 in the final period.</p><p>Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 26 points and 8 assists in their win over the Spurs, shooting 61.5% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 57.1%. Giannis Antetokounmpo added 25 points and 16 rebounds, while Brook Lopez contributed 22 points, connecting on 5 threes at 45.5%.</p> <p>Milwaukee made 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from beyond the arc and 47.8% overall. Lillard scored 10 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, while Gary Trent added 12 of his 14 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Bucks held the Spurs to 105 points on Wednesday, with a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 19 points. Milwaukee gave up 32 points in the 3rd but limited San Antonio to 27 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Overall, the Bucks held the Spurs to 36% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Spurs hit 18 threes at a 34% clip. San Antonio also went 17/20 from the free-throw line. The Bucks grabbed 47 defensive rebounds while allowing 12 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Are the Magic Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Magic fell to 22-17 on the season after a 104-89 home loss to the Timberwolves on Thursday. Orlando, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 193, falling short of the 199.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Timberwolves turned the game, stretching their lead from 40-37 to 49-40. Orlando couldn’t recover, trailing 78-62 going into the 4th quarter, despite outscoring Minnesota 27-26 in the final period.</p><p>The Magic struggled offensively in their 89-point effort against the Timberwolves, shooting just 37.9% from the field and 25% from three-point range, making 10 threes in total. Goga Bitadze led the team with 15 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the floor.</p> <p>Caleb Houstan added 14 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributed 13 points, making 3 threes at 75% efficiency. Bitadze scored 9 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Houstan added 5 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort, the Magic couldn’t secure the win against the Timberwolves on Thursday, allowing 104 points. Orlando gave up 29 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 23. They conceded 26 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, the Magic held the Timberwolves to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Magic allowed 12 threes on 35% shooting. Minnesota also went to the line 31 times, converting 24 free throws. On the boards, Orlando gave up 14 offensive rebounds while recording 4 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

<p>It's a beautiful day for baseball in Pittsburgh, as the Pirates host the Tigers in an interleague matchup at PNC Park. First pitch is set for 12:35 PM ET, and you can catch the action on BSDET.</p>

<p>Casey Mize will be on the mound for the Tigers, while Martín Pérez gets the start for the Pirates. The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, with the under slightly favored at -112.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline -128</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 12:35 ET on Tuesday, April 9th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Tigers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The Pirates took down the Tigers in the previous game of this series, winning by a score of 7-4. Heading into the game, the Pirates were the favorite at -128 on the money line.</p>

<p>Mitch Keller got the start for Pittsburgh and picked up the win, while Reese Olson took the loss for Detroit. Keller went six innings and gave up just two earned runs, finishing with nine strikeouts. Olson gave up six runs in 4 1/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Pirates had 12 hits compared to nine for the Tigers. Bryan Reynolds hit a home run, and both Connor Joe and Jared Triolo drove in two runs apiece. Detroit's only multi-RBI performance came from Matt Vierling and Colt Keith.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Casey Mize is on the mound for the Tigers today as they take on the Pirates. Mize is coming off a no-decision in his first start of the season, where he went 4 1/3 innings and gave up 3 earned runs on 5 hits.</p><p>If you're looking at some player props for the Tigers, we have some projections for a few players. Gio Urshela has the highest total hits projection on the team and his total hits projection is 17th best in today's slate of games. Jake Rogers has the highest home run projection on the team and his total home run projection is 11th best in today's slate of games. Matt Vierling has the 2nd highest total hits projection on the team and Riley Greene has the 2nd highest home run projection on the team. Spencer Torkelson has the highest home run projection on the team and his total home run projection is 11th best in today's slate of games.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>At home, the Pirates have been dominant, going 3-1, and overall, they have won six of seven on the road. Pittsburgh has been especially good during the day, going 8-1. They are currently in first place in the NL Central, and they have a three-game lead over the Brewers.</p>

<p>So far, the Pirates have been favored in eight games, and they have gone 7-1 in those contests. They are currently on a three-game winning streak and have won three straight series.</p><p>The Pirates have been a solid run line bet this season, going 9-2 overall. They are 3-1 against the run line at home and 6-1 on the road. They have covered the run line in their last three home games and are 7-1 as the underdog this season.</p><p>The Pittsburgh Pirates and Detroit Tigers combined for 11 runs in their game yesterday, which went over the total of 8.0. The Pirates have gone over the total in 8 of their 11 games this season, and their games have averaged 10.1 runs per game. Today's over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, and the Pirates have gone over the total in 5 of the 7 games this season when the line has been set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Martín Pérez is getting the start for the Pirates at home vs. the Tigers. He has been solid in his first two outings, picking up a win in his last start vs. the Nationals. In that outing, he went 6 2/3 innings, giving up 2 earned runs and striking out 6. He has given up a total of 2 home runs in his first two starts.</p><p>For the Pirates, we like Oneil Cruz to have a big game at the plate. He has the highest home run projection on the team and the 7th best in the league today. Ke'Bryan Hayes has the 15th best hits projection in the league, while Bryan Reynolds has the 25th best.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 4/9/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Oklahoma City Thunder (-164) will take on the New York Knicks (+138) at Madison Square Garden. The Thunder are favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 225.5.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be televised on NBA TV. Oklahoma City comes into the game with a 30-6 record, which is good for first in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 25-13 and currently sit third in the East.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-108 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thunder Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>The Thunder fell to 30-6 on the season after a 129-122 road loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Oklahoma City entered the game as +3 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 251 points went well over the pre-game line of 230.5.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Thunder were outscored 37-27 in the 2nd. They battled back in the 3rd, winning the quarter 43-41, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 26-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points in their 129-122 loss to the Cavaliers, shooting 48.1% from the field. Jalen Williams contributed 25 points and 9 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein added 18 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 57.1% of his shots.</p> <p>Oklahoma City shot 53.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 11 threes at a 35.5% clip. Williams scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Gilgeous-Alexander added 9 in the same period.</p><p>The Thunder's defense struggled in their 129-122 loss to the Cavaliers, particularly in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, where they gave up 37 and 41 points, respectively. Despite holding Cleveland to 25 points in the 1st and 26 in the 4th, Oklahoma City allowed the Cavaliers to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers knocked down 15 threes on 41% shooting. The Thunder also sent Cleveland to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20. Oklahoma City recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Knicks Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 25-13 on the season with a 112-98 win over the Raptors on Wednesday. Playing at home, New York entered the game as 12-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total score of 210 points fell well short of the 233.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>New York's key moment came with an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 68-62 to 79-62. They maintained control by outscoring Toronto 26-22 in the final quarter.</p><p>OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each scored 27 points in the Knicks' win over the Raptors, with Towns shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Anunoby made 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Josh Hart added 21 points and 11 rebounds, scoring 10 points in the 4th quarter. The Knicks made 12 threes as a team, shooting 36.4% from long range and 47.7% overall.</p><p>Even with the Raptors shooting 49% from the field, the Knicks held them to just 98 points in their win on Wednesday. New York gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter, 27 in the 2nd, 25 in the 3rd, and finished strong by allowing only 22 points in the 4th.</p> <p>The Knicks limited Toronto's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 38% shooting. The Raptors also went to the free-throw line 15 times, making 12. Defensively, New York recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Sacramento Kings (18-19) will take on the Boston Celtics (27-10) at TD Garden. The Celtics are currently favored by 10.5 points and have a moneyline of -502. The Kings are on a five-game winning streak and have a moneyline of +376.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be televised on NBCS.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-138 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Kings Make it Happen in Boston?</h3><p>With a 123-118 win over the Heat on Monday, the Kings are now 18-19 for the season. Sacramento was favored by 4 points and covered the spread, while the total score of 241 points went well over the 217.5-point line.</p> <p>Sacramento took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Miami 27-19, but fell behind after a 31-18 3rd quarter by the Heat. The Kings entered the 4th quarter down 78-68, and after Miami went on an 11-0 run, Sacramento responded by outscoring the Heat 34-24 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 30 points in their win over the Heat, scoring 11 in the 4th quarter and another 9 in overtime. Malik Monk added 23 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Domantas Sabonis contributed 21 points and 18 rebounds, hitting both of his three-point attempts.</p> <p>Keon Ellis was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 9 of his 17 points, and Keegan Murray added 9 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter. The Kings shot 41.7% from the field and made 13 threes at a 34.2% rate.</p><p>The Kings put together a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 19 and 24 points, respectively, to help secure the win over the Heat. Overall, Sacramento held Miami to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Kings were particularly effective at defending the three, as the Heat shot just 26% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Sacramento also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Are Boston Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Boston improved to 27-10 on the season with a 118-106 win over the Nuggets on Tuesday. The Celtics, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total score of 224 points fell short of the O/U line of 231.</p> <p>Boston jumped out to a 37-25 lead after the 1st quarter, but Denver responded by outscoring them 32-20 in the 2nd. The Celtics regained control in the 3rd, taking an 88-83 lead into the 4th. A key 15-0 run helped them extend the lead from 95-93 to 108-95, sealing the win.</p><p>Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 29 points and 6 assists in their win over the Nuggets, while Kristaps Porzingis added 25 points and 11 rebounds. Jrue Holiday contributed 19 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>Boston shot 50% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making 12 threes at 34.3%. Tatum and Porzingis combined for 26 points in the 1st quarter, while Holiday scored 10 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Celtics’ defense gave up 106 points to the Nuggets on Tuesday, allowing 25 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd. They tightened up in the 3rd, giving up 26 points, and were at their best in the 4th, allowing just 23 points.</p> <p>Boston held Denver to 46% shooting overall, including 38% from three, where the Nuggets hit 14 threes. The Celtics sent Denver to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Defensively, Boston recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

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<p>First pitch for Sunday's matchup between the Mets and Pirates is set for 1:35 PM ET from PNC Park in Pittsburgh. The Pirates are slight home underdogs on the money line (+112), while the Mets have a line of -132. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs.</p>

<p>Sean Manaea is starting for the Mets, and he is facing off against Luis L. Ortiz for the Pirates. New York is 3rd in the NL East, while the Pirates are 3rd in the NL Central. SNY is carrying the game on TV.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline +112</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 1:35 ET on Sunday, July 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Pirates to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York picked up a 5-2 road win over the Pirates in the most recent game of this series. The Mets had a three-run 3rd inning and added two more runs in the 6th. As for the Pirates, they scored their only two runs in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Mets were favored at -132 on the money line.</p>

<p>David Peterson got the start for the Mets, going just 4 1/3 innings while giving up two runs and striking out five. Jose Butto came out of the bullpen for the win, and Edwin Diaz got the save. Bailey Falter only went two innings for the Pirates, giving up three earned runs on five hits.</p>

<p>Luis Torrens and Brandon Nimmo each had three hits and three RBIs for the Mets' offense. Oneil Cruz hit the game's only home run and drove in two runs for the Pirates.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are 43-44 overall and trail the Phillies by 14 games in the NL East. New York is 13-12 against other teams in the NL East. This season, the Mets are 24-23 as the favorite and 19-21 as the underdog. They have an even series record of 13-13-4 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 21-25 this year and have gone 22-19 on the road. New York has split their first two games of this series vs. the Pirates, and they are 5-5 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Mets win, they do so by an average of 3.5 runs per game, while their run line record in those contests is 41-46. Their overall run line record is 24-17 on the road, where they have a scoring margin of +0.4 runs per game. As the favorite, they are just 17-30 vs. the run line.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 9 runs is a bit higher than the Mets' average line of 8 runs per game. Their games have averaged 9.6 runs per game, and their over/under record is 46-38. When the line has been set at 9 runs, the Mets are 4-3-3, and only 11.5% of their games have had lines set at 9 runs or higher.</p><p>Left-hander Sean Manaea gets the start for the Mets today as he faces the Pirates on the road. He has made 16 starts this year and has a record of 5-3 with a 3.67 ERA. Manaea's WHIP for the season is currently 1.27, and he has allowed a total of seven home runs. Looking at his overall numbers, Manaea has turned in four quality starts, and opponents are batting .222 off him this year. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up one earned run in seven innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Mets are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 8th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.6 runs per contest. Overall, they are the league's 4th best home run-hitting team, and their team batting average of .247 is 9th in the MLB. New York also does a good job of making contact, as they are 9th in the league in strikeouts.</p>

<p>Brandon Nimmo is currently the Mets' top hitter, as he is batting .249 for the season and has gone deep 13 times, which is 3rd on the team. He also leads the team with 52 RBIs. Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor are the team's top two home run hitters, with 18 and 15 homers, respectively. Over his last 10 games, Lindor is batting .250 with two homers.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh will take on the Mets today with an overall record of 42-46, putting them 3rd in the NL Central. Currently, they are nine games behind the Brewers for the division lead. The Pirates have gone 13-13 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>The Pirates have the same record at home as they do on the road, as they are both 21-23 this season. Pittsburgh has dropped two straight games as the underdog and are 25-27 as the underdog overall. As the home underdog, the Pirates have gone 10-10 this year. So far, they have an overall series record of 11-13-4 and have dropped two straight series.</p><p>When the Pirates win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.2 runs per game. However, when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.5 runs per game. This has led to a run line record of 47-41, with a -0.3 run differential per game. They have been a better bet on the road, going 26-18 against the run line, compared to 21-23 at home. They have also been a better bet as the underdog, going 35-17 against the run line, compared to 12-24 as the favorite.</p><p>When the Pittsburgh Pirates play at home, the over/under line is usually set at 8 runs. However, when the line has been set at 9 runs, the over/under record is 3-6-1. The Pirates have played in 72 games with over/under lines set under 9 runs, and only 6 games with lines set over 9 runs.</p><p>Luis L. Ortiz gets the start for the Pirates today and has made 23 appearances this year. He has a record of 4-2 and an ERA of 3.27. Looking at his overall numbers, Ortiz has a WHIP of 1.24 and has issued 2.95 walks per nine innings compared to 7.69 strikeouts. Ortiz's last outing came out of the bullpen, where he went 2 innings, giving up one earned run, and finished with a no-decision. Before that, he had won three straight outings. The right-hander has allowed at least one homer in three of his last four outings.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. As a team, they are batting just .230, and their on-base percentage of .299 is also near the bottom of the league. Pittsburgh does have two hitters in the top 15 in terms of RBIs, with Bryan Reynolds leading the team with 54 RBIs and Oneil Cruz coming in with 39.</p>

<p>Reynolds has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/30 in his last seven games with three homers and eight RBIs. Rowdy Tellez has also homered four times in his last seven games while batting .400. Both Reynolds and Cruz come into the game on four-game hitting streaks.</p>

New York Mets vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 7/7/24

<p>The Bruins and Terrapins are set to face off at 8:00 ET on FOX. The Terrapins will host the game at XFINITY Center in College Park, MD. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Maryland is favored by -5.5 to win at home against UCLA.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS MARYLAND TERRAPINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maryland Terrapins -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at XFINITY Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARYLAND TERRAPINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Terrapins.</li><li>Not only will Maryland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bruins Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>UCLA fell to 11-4 on the season after a 94-75 loss to Michigan on Tuesday. The Bruins were -2.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>UCLA trailed 47-37 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47.</p><p>In their last game, UCLA's offense put up 75 points, shooting 41.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.3%, with a strong 57.5% on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 10% (2/20) of their three-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bruins shot 67.6%, making 23 of 34 attempts. They grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. Vladislav Goldin led the way with 36 points, shooting 72.2% overall and 50% from three.</p><p>Despite UCLA holding their opponent to just 2 made threes on 20 attempts, they still gave up 94 points. The Bruins allowed 23 two-point field goals on 40 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>UCLA also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 23 shots. The Bruins gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Maryland Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Maryland fell to 11-4 on the season after an 83-79 road loss to Oregon on Sunday. The Terrapins were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, surpassing the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 45-42 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 41 points while scoring 34 of their own. This was a missed opportunity for the Terrapins to pick up a solid road win.</p><p>Maryland's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, going 9-for-21, and hit 50% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they made 14 of 19 shots, good for 73.7%.</p> <p>Jackson Shelstad led the way, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts and shooting 8-for-10 overall, finishing with 23 points. Rodney Rice added 19 points, making 3 of 5 threes, while Derik Queen and Ja'Kobi Gillespie each contributed 16 points. Nate Bittle also scored 16, and Keeshawn Barthelemy chipped in 14 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Maryland's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts. The Terrapins also allowed 12 threes on 28 attempts, a 42% success rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Maryland's opponent shot 86%, making 13 of 15 attempts. The Terrapins also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>The Lions are the heavy favorite in this week 12 non-conference matchup, with their money line at -365 compared to the Colts at +290. The game, set for 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, is being televised on FOX. The Lions are favored by -7.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 51 points.</p><h3>DETROIT LIONS VS INDIANAPOLIS COLTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Lions -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lucas Oil Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Lions winning this one by a score of 34 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -7.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 51 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Lions Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Heading into week 12, the Lions sit atop our power rankings and have a 99.9% chance of making the playoffs, along with an 84.7% chance of winning the NFC North. Detroit is 9-1 and has won eight straight games, including a dominant 52-6 victory over the Jaguars in week 11. The Lions easily covered the 14-point spread in that game, bouncing back after failing to cover against the Texans in week 10.</p> <p>Detroit is 8-2 against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of +15.9 points per game. Their O/U record stands at 5-4-1, with their games averaging 51.3 combined points. The average line in their games has been 49.8 points.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Lions are 2nd in our offensive power rankings, leading the NFL in scoring with 33.6 points per game. They rank 3rd in total yards per game (394.7) and 6th in passing yards, averaging 242.5 per game, despite being 26th in pass attempts. On the ground, Detroit is 3rd in both rushing attempts and yards per game, with 152.2. They are 6th in 3rd-down conversions but rank 27th in red zone efficiency.</p> <p>In week 11, Jared Goff threw for 412 yards and 4 touchdowns, posting a perfect passer rating of 158.3. Amon-Ra St. Brown had 11 catches for 161 yards and 2 touchdowns, while David Montgomery rushed for 75 yards and 2 scores. The Lions scored in every quarter, with 21 points in the 2nd quarter, and converted all 5 of their red zone opportunities.</p><p>The Lions' defense was dominant in their most recent game, as they allowed just 129 passing yards on 4.4 yards per attempt. They picked off one pass and held Jacksonville to 58.6% completions. Detroit's defense also shut down the Jaguars' running game, allowing only 41 yards on 17 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Lions gave up just 170 total yards in their 52-6 win over the Jaguars. They were excellent on third downs, allowing only a 20% conversion rate, and they also came away with one sack.</p><h3>Are The Colts Going Win In At Upset At Lucas Oil Stadium</h3><p>After three straight losses, the Colts got back in the win column with a 28-27 victory over the Jets in week 11, improving their record to 5-6. This puts them 2nd in the AFC South, though they are just 1-3 in division games. According to our projections, Indianapolis has a 32.6% chance of making the playoffs and a 5% chance of winning the division. They rank 25th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 12.</p> <p>Despite their negative scoring margin (-1.3), the Colts are 8-3 against the spread this season. They are 6-2 ATS as underdogs and 2-1 as favorites. Their O/U record is 5-6, with the over hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 12, the Colts rank 24th in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 21.5 points per game, and 21st in total offense with 320.7 yards per game. They rank 20th in passing attempts (30.4) and passing yards (202.2) per game. On the ground, they are 16th in rushing, averaging 118.5 yards per game on 26.5 attempts.</p> <p>In week 11, Anthony Richardson threw for 272 yards and a touchdown, completing 20 of 30 passes without an interception. Jonathan Taylor had 24 carries for 57 yards, while Josh Downs led the team with 5 catches for 84 yards. The Colts scored 12 points in the 4th quarter and converted 6 of 15 3rd downs, along with 3 of 4 red zone attempts.</p><p>In their 28-27 win over the Jets, the Colts' defense gave up 162 passing yards on 22 completions. The Colts allowed two passing touchdowns and the Jets had a 75.9% completion percentage. Indianapolis defended the run well, giving up just 91 yards on 20 attempts.<p></p>Despite allowing two passing touchdowns, the Colts' defense limited the Jets to 253 total yards. Indianapolis also recorded three sacks and held the Jets to a 30.8% conversion rate on third down.</p>

Detroit Lions vs Indianapolis Colts Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Seahawks and Blue Devils game? Catch the action at William H. Detrick Gymnasium in New Britain, CT, as the Blue Devils hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NEC. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have Central Connecticut State as the -9.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 118.5 points.</p><h3>WAGNER SEAHAWKS VS CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Detrick Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Blue Devils.</li><li>Even though we have Central Connecticut State winning straight-up, we like Wagner at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 118.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Wagner Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Seahawks fell to 4-7 on the season after a 71-59 home loss to Fairleigh Dickinson on Sunday. Wagner, who were -3.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 24-21 at halftime, Wagner allowed 47 points in the second half while scoring 38 of their own. The game’s total points (130) narrowly missed the over/under line of 130.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Wagner's offense struggled, shooting just 31.4% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range, finishing with 59 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.3%, and they managed 14 offensive rebounds and 12 assists.</p> <p>Terrence Brown was a standout, scoring 28 points on 64.7% shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds. Zae Blake added 20 points, hitting 50% from three, while Zaire Williams contributed 18 points despite shooting 27.8% overall and 14.3% from deep.</p><p>Wagner's defense held strong, giving up 71 points while limiting their opponent to just 31% shooting from the field. They managed to contain the two-point attempts, with the other team hitting only 19 of 52 shots for 36%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wagner's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 three-pointers on 18 attempts, a 16% success rate. The opponent did manage to convert 12 of 16 free-throw attempts, shooting 75% from the line. Wagner also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can The Blue Devils Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State improved to 9-4 on the season with a 62-50 road win over Mercyhurst on Sunday. The Blue Devils entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-28 at halftime, Central Connecticut State clamped down defensively, allowing just 21 points in the second half while scoring 34 of their own. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 129.5 O/U line.</p><p>Central Connecticut State managed just 62 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, with a strong 56.1% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 17 threes for a 17.6% rate.</p> <p>Abdul Momoh led the way with 17 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Aidan Reichert added 15 points, connecting on 1 of 2 from three-point range, while Jordan Jones contributed 12 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's defense was on point, giving up just 50 points while holding their opponent to 34% shooting from the field. The Blue Devils limited damage inside, allowing 13 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 40% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State's defense kept their opponent in check, who shot 6/23 from three, good for 26%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, shooting 60%. The Blue Devils gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Anteaters and Lancers are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lancers will host the game at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. UC Irvine is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California Baptist. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Anteaters Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Irvine dropped to 9-2 on the season after a 70-54 road loss to Duquesne on Saturday. The Anteaters, who were favored by 6.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-24 at halftime, UC Irvine tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, outscoring Duquesne 30-27, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>UC Irvine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points while shooting 34% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.7%, and they hit only 34.1% of their two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Anteaters connected on 4 of 12 threes, shooting 33.3%.</p> <p>Jahsean Corbett led the way with 15 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Tre Dinkins III and Cam Crawford both added 13 points, each knocking down 3 of 4 threes. Dinkins also contributed 4 assists, while UC Irvine finished with 10 assists and 15 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing 14 threes on 25 attempts, which contributed to the 70 points they gave up. Overall, the Anteaters allowed the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field, including 43% on two-point shots.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, UC Irvine sent their opponents to the stripe just four times, where they converted 2 of their attempts. The Anteaters also gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Lancers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><h3>California Baptist Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>California Baptist improved to 7-6 on the season with a 79-73 win over Jackson State on Saturday. The Lancers were -14 favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Trailing 34-33 at halftime, California Baptist turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Jackson State 46-39 to secure the win.</p><p>California Baptist put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 22 attempts for a 22.7% rate, while their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%. At the free-throw line, they were strong, making 30 of 36 attempts for an 83.3% success rate.</p> <p>The Lancers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, despite going 0 for 4 from three. Martel Williams and Dorian McMillian both shot 60% from the field, with Williams hitting 3 of 5 threes and McMillian connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Defensively, California Baptist allowed 73 points while holding their opponent to 41% shooting from the field. The Lancers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 54% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California Baptist limited their opponent to just 5 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. The Lancers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws, an 83% rate. California Baptist allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 15-20 Philadelphia 76ers (-176) will host the 7-31 New Orleans Pelicans (+147) in a non-conference matchup. The 76ers are currently favored by 4 points and the over/under line is set at 220.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +4</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-94 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.4% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pelicans Chances in Philadelphia</h3><p>New Orleans dropped to 7-31 on the season after a 119-100 home loss to Portland on Wednesday. The Pelicans were favored by 2 points heading into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 219, just under the 223.5-point line.</p> <p>Portland took control early, outscoring New Orleans 40-24 in the 1st quarter and 35-18 in the 2nd. The Pelicans showed some fight in the 3rd, winning the quarter 34-23, but they entered the 4th down 98-76 and couldn’t complete the comeback, as they only outscored the Blazers 24-21 in the final period.</p><p>In their 119-100 loss to the Trail Blazers, the Pelicans shot 44.4% from the field, with a 32.4% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. CJ McCollum led the way with 23 points, shooting 58.8% and knocking down 3 threes at a 42.9% rate.</p> <p>Dejounte Murray added 20 points, shooting 57.1% and making 2 threes at 40%. McCollum scored 11 points in the 1st quarter and added 12 more in the 3rd, while Murray contributed 7 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 75 points, but they tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 44 points. Despite the improved effort, they still allowed the Trail Blazers to shoot 54% from the field.</p> <p>New Orleans did a decent job defending the three, with Portland hitting 13 threes at a 36% clip. The Pelicans also sent the Blazers to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. Defensively, the Pelicans recorded 11 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored 76ers?</h3><p>The 76ers improved to 15-20 on the season with a 109-103 win over the Wizards on Wednesday. Philadelphia was favored by 10.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total of 212 points fell short of the 222-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the 76ers went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 15-10 to 25-10. They led 88-74 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 29-21 in the final period.</p><p>Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers to a win over the Wizards, scoring 29 points despite shooting just 40.7% from the field and 21.4% from three-point range. Guerschon Yabusele added 21 points, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% clip, while Eric Gordon contributed 15 points, making 4 threes at 57.1% efficiency.</p> <p>Philadelphia connected on 15 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 45.5% overall. Maxey scored 14 of his 29 points in the 3rd quarter, while Kelly Oubre added 9 of his 15 points in the opening period.</p><p>The 76ers put together a solid defensive effort on Wednesday, holding the Wizards to 103 points. Philadelphia gave up 25 points in the 1st quarter and 26 in the 3rd, but they limited Washington to 23 points in the 2nd quarter. The Wizards managed 29 points in the 4th, but it wasn't enough to overcome the 76ers' defense.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed Washington to shoot 44% from the field and 43% from three, where the Wizards made 13 threes. The 76ers sent Washington to the line just 9 times, where they converted 6 free throws. Philadelphia also recorded 8 steals and 11 blocks in the game.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 136.5 points, with Little Rock being favored by -6 at home against Morehead State.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +6</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Morehead State Stun the Crowd at Jack Stephens Center?</h3><p>Morehead State's season record dropped to 5-7 after a 74-55 road loss to Tennessee Tech on Saturday. The Eagles, who were +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Morehead State trailed 40-29 at halftime and couldn't turn things around in the 2nd half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 36.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit only 3 of 15 from beyond the arc, shooting 20% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 6 of 11 attempts, shooting 54.5%.</p> <p>Matthew Sells was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall. Jaylon Johnson contributed 8 assists to go along with 12 points and 7 rebounds, while Anouar Mellouk and JaJuan Nicholls both shot 6 of 10 from the field, with Mellouk also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 74 points on 46% shooting from the field, with their opponents hitting 26 of 56 shots. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 47% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponents shooting 44% from deep. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws, a 70% success rate. Morehead State gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Trojans?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Trojans fell to 7-6 on the season after a 95-86 road loss to Tennessee State on Saturday. Little Rock entered the game as +1 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 181 far exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Little Rock trailed 44-32 at halftime but put up 54 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, which prevented them from making a comeback.</p><p>Ante Beljan's 33-point, 11-rebound performance powered Little Rock to 86 points in their last game, as he shot 57.9% from the field. Ronald Jessamy was also efficient, hitting 77.8% of his shots and grabbing 12 boards.</p> <p>Travis Harper II added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 10 from deep, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 16 points and 6 assists despite shooting just 29.4%. The Trojans shot 44.1% overall, 30% from three, and 66.7% from the free-throw line, with 16 offensive rebounds and 13 assists.</p><p>Despite Little Rock's defensive struggles, they sent their opponents to the line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws for 76%. The Trojans also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Morehead State Eagles vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Dukes and Cornhuskers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on BTN. The Cornhuskers will host the game at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Cornhuskers as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 148 points.</p><h3>DUQUESNE DUKES VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duquesne Dukes +7</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUQUESNE DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-69 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Even though we have Nebraska winning straight-up, we like Duquesne at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Dukes Have What it Takes in Lincoln?</h3><p>Duquesne's most recent game resulted in a 77-58 victory over Rider, giving them a record of 4-1. In their previous ten road games, which includes last year, Duquesne has gone 3-7. Looking at Duquesne's against-the-spread (ATS) performance, they currently hold a 3-2 ATS record heading into today's game. Last season, when playing away from home, Duquesne went 3-7 vs. the spread. As they gear up for their first road game of the season, this is an important trend to keep in mind.</p><p>Duquesne's games have, on average, featured 147.6 points per game leading to an over/under record of 3-2-0. Their average over/under line is currently 146.5 points so far. When assessing the Dukes' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 1-2, with their games averaging 76 points per game.</p><p>The Duquesne offense is coming off a game in which they scored 77 points vs. Rider. Overall their field goal percentage was 45.6% while connecting on 12 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Dae Dae Grant with 23 points. Jimmy Clark III also added 14 points for the Dukes.</p><p>Currently, the Dukes' defense holds the 76th rank in the nation, allowing 68.0 points per game. So far, the Duquesne defense is giving up an average of 10.4 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12 times per game (360th).</p><h3>Does Nebraska Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Nebraska remains undefeated at 5-0 after five games. So far, Nebraska has played four games at home and one game on the road. At the moment, Nebraska is sitting comfortably above .500 versus the spread at 4-0. Taking into account games from last season, Nebraska holds a solid 7-2-1 ATS record in their last ten games.</p><p>After five games, Nebraska has an over/under record of 2-3-0, with their games averaging a combined 135.8 points per game so far. Looking at the Cornhuskers' last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 with their games averaging 76 points per game.</p><p>In their previous game, the Cornhuskers' offense finished with 84 points, which is right in line with their current average of 79.4 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring is Brice Williams, who is averaging 15.4 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Rienk Mast also maintains a PPG average of 14.8 heading into game.</p><p>Nebraska's defense has been playing well, ranking 9th nationally, with 56.4 points allowed per game. Against Oregon State in their most recent game, the Nebraska defense gave up a total of 63 points while allowing Oregon State to hit 35% of their shots.</p>

Duquesne Dukes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/23

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Buckeyes face off at 6:00 ET on BTN. The Buckeyes are hosting the game at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Ohio State is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Oregon.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Not only will Ohio State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</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 Ducks Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon improved to 13-2 on the season with an 83-79 home win over Maryland on Sunday. The Ducks entered the game as -4.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 162 points went over the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>Oregon trailed 45-42 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Maryland to 34 points while scoring 41 themselves.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points while shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.5%, thanks to 42.9% shooting from beyond the arc (12/28) and 60.7% from two-point range (17/28). They also connected on 86.7% of their free throws (13/15).</p> <p>Jackson Shelstad was perfect from three, hitting 5/5 and finishing with 23 points on 8/10 shooting overall. Rodney Rice added 19 points, hitting 3/5 from deep, while Keeshawn Barthelemy contributed 14 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from three.</p><p>Oregon's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 17 makes on 28 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent connected on 12 of 28 threes, shooting 42%. They also went to the line 15 times, making 13 free throws for 86%. Oregon gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Buckeyes Chances at Home</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 10-5 on the season with an 89-88 road win over Minnesota on Monday. The Buckeyes entered the game as 5-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 177, well over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 28-27 at halftime, Ohio State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Minnesota 37-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Ohio State put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.6%, with two-point shooting at 51.2% (21/41) and three-point shooting at just 27.3% (6/22). The Buckeyes were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 87.9% (29/33) of their attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, they grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Parker Fox led the way with 21 points on 8/12 shooting, while Lu'Cye Patterson added 20 points, hitting 3/7 from beyond the arc. Isaac Asuma also contributed 18 points, connecting on 3/4 three-point attempts.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 45% shooting. They allowed 32 field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 12 threes on 29 attempts, shooting 41%. Ohio State also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

An easy winner with the Campbell Fighting Camels put us off to a 2-0 start with this week’s spotlight games. It is definitely nice to get off on the right foot for a week, especially such an intriguing week at conference tournaments begin on Thursday with the Horizon League and continue into Saturday with the Big South and the America East.

My podcast isn’t at BangTheBook anymore, it is now over at ATS.io, but you can check out Monday’s edition of the show with Kyle Hunter when we <a href="https://ats.io/college-basketball/ats-io-radio-sports-betting-podcast-february-22-2021/47112/"><strong>talked about conference tournament handicapping</strong></a>.

The regular season is still in full swing, though, and we’ve got lots of games to pick from tonight. The game I’ve chosen to highlight is the matchup between DePaul and Creighton on CBS Sports Network with a 9 p.m. ET tip-off. Creighton is favored by 15 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a> with a total of 141.
<h3><strong><u>DePaul Blue Demons</u></strong></h3>
The DePaul Blue Demons are still fighting. That much was evident on Saturday when the Demons upset St. John’s on the road by an 88-83 score. It was an out-of-body offensive experience for DePaul, who was 30-of-46 from two-point range. It goes without saying that DePaul’s performance from that game will regress. After all, this is a team shooting 46.4% from two-point range for the season.

Give credit where credit is due, though. DePaul got a lot of high-percentage looks at the basket in this one. They were 25-of-35 at the rim and added a couple of dunks for good measure. DePaul was even able to overcome the fact that St. John’s scored 24 more points from beyond the arc and seven more points at the free throw line. DePaul also had 24 turnovers.

There were a lot of weird outliers from that game to say the least. One thing that was not an outlier was that DePaul played well defensively, despite giving up 83 points. The game was played to 80 possessions. St. John’s was just 12-of-38 from two-point range. DePaul has held four straight opponents to under 15 made two-pointers. Opponents are only shooting 47.9% on twos.

DePaul has also held the opposition to 30.7% on three-pointers this season, a really relevant number tonight when you consider the opponent. Creighton was 17-of-34 from two and 6-of-22 from three in the first meeting, a 69-62 win in Chicago. DePaul ranks second in adjusted defensive efficiency in Big East play, third in eFG% defense, and second in 3P% defense.
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<h3><strong><u>Creighton Bluejays</u></strong></h3>
We’ll have to see how the Big East Conference does tournament seeding, but Creighton is right there with Villanova after the big 16-point win on February 13. Creighton is 12-4 in league play and Villanova is 10-2. The two teams are scheduled to play again on March 3 in Pennsylvania. Creighton also has a plucky Xavier team coming up in Cincinnati on Saturday.

The Bluejays rank ninth in eFG% on the season. They are sixth in 2P% at 58% and 49th in 3P% at 36.8%. They’re also a pretty strong defensive team, holding opponents to just 44.6% on two-point attempts. Creighton takes a three-pointer 44% of the time in league play, so they have been able to get some margin on teams despite playing at a pretty average pace as far as Big East squads go.

Creighton also has a knack for playing close games. While they have a strong 12-4 record in league action, eight games have been played to a final score of five or fewer points. This is a pretty competitive conference from top to bottom and the number of close games is a good illustration of that, especially when you consider how potent the Creighton offense actually is.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
Fifteen points is a huge number. The first game between DePaul and Creighton was played to 67 possessions. DePaul is a solid defensive team. They might not do a ton on the offensive end, but they are very good without the basketball. Creighton is coming off of a 10-day pause and has bigger fish to fry down the line with games against Xavier and Villanova on the horizon.

They’re worried about winning here. They’re not worried about blowing out DePaul. With this line where it is, they’ll need to blow out DePaul and I’m not so sure that they will.
<h4><strong>Pick: DePaul +15</strong></h4>
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<p>Heading into game two of this AL West matchup, the Rangers (90-72, 50-31 home) will send Andrew Heaney to the mound against the Astros (90-72, 51-30 away) and José Urquidy. Check out my pick for today's Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers game in Arlington.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Rangers -120</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 8:03 ET on Thursday, October 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>In their previous five games, the Rangers have a record of 4-1.</li><li>The Rangers have gone 7-3 in their ten games at home.</li><li>Andrew Heaney has done a good job at avoiding the long-ball of late, having not given up a home-run in each of his past five starts.</li></ul><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS LOOK TO CONTINUE WINNING WAYS ON THE ROAD</h3><p>Heading into this divisional matchup vs. the Rangers, the Astros have an overall record of 90-72. This mark includes going 32-20 against divisional foes. Currently, they are 2nd in the AL West. Houston's overall series record sits at 27-21-5.</p><p><p>José Urquidy will take the mound for the Astros with a 3-3 record in 17 appearances this season. His ERA is 5.29, K/9 6.43, FIP 5.38 and OBP .321.</p></p><p>José Urquidy earned a victory in his latest outing, as the Astros defeated the Twins 3-2. The right-hander allowed two runs and three hits over five innings of work.</p><p>Across their last five games, the Astros' offense is 10th in batting average, leading to an average of 4.2 runs per contest in that span. Overall, they are the 5th ranked scoring offense and posted a season-long OPS of .768 on 222 (6th). On average, they have struckout 7 times per game compard to 3.3 walks.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez has been a force to be reckoned with this season, boasting a .293 batting average and slugging .583. Over the past ten games, he has been Houston's leader in hits, batting an impressive .419.</p><h3>WILL THE TEXAS RANGERS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Texas' overall record currently stands at 90-72, placing them 1st in the AL West. The Rangers will look to extend their current series winning streak to 55 and have an overall series record of 34-18-2. At home, Texas is 50-31 and 40-41 on the road.</p><p><p>Andrew Heaney will take the mound for the Rangers, boasting a 10-6 record in 35 appearances. His ERA is 4.15, and he has struck out 9.22 batters per nine innings. His FIP is 4.66, while his OBP sits at .326.</p></p><p>Andrew Heaney's most recent outing against the Orioles saw him surrender one run on two hits over 3 2/3 innings. Although he didn't factor into the decision, Heaney's effort was instrumental in the Rangers' 3-2 victory.</p><p>Having gone deep 5 times in their last five games, the Rangers are 7th in that span. At 5.4 runs per game, Texas is 3rd in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .263 while hitting a total of 233 home runs (3rd).</p><p>Josh Jung has been a key offensive contributor for the Texas Rangers this season, boasting a .266 batting average and .467 slugging percentage. In the team's last ten games, Jung has been on fire at the plate, leading Texas with hits and hitting an impressive .347.</p>

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<p>The Sharks and Skyhawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Skyhawks will host the game at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have Stonehill as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 134.5 points.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-67 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>LIU improved to 4-11 on the season with a 53-39 win over Chicago State on Sunday. The Sharks, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 25-22 at halftime, LIU clamped down defensively, allowing just 14 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 92 fell well below the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>In their latest outing, the LIU Sharks put up just 53 points, shooting 38% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, with a rough 18.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller led the way with 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% overall and 50% from three. Malachi Davis added 12 points, despite shooting 35.3% and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>LIU's defense was on point, holding their opponents to just 39 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team shooting 47% (16/34) inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, LIU's defense was even more effective, allowing just 3 made threes on 16 attempts (18%). They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 (70%).</p><h3>Can the Skyhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stonehill improved to 7-8 on the season with a 64-60 win over Saint Francis U on Sunday. The Skyhawks, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Stonehill’s defense was key, as they held the Red Flash to just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 points themselves after trailing 33-20 at halftime.</p><p>Stonehill's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field and 30.6% from beyond the arc, with 11 threes on 36 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 52% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they connected on 5 of 8 attempts, shooting 62.5%.</p> <p>The Skyhawks grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep and Rosenberger struggling at 1 for 5. Hermann Koffi added 17 points, shooting 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Stonehill's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition making only 15 of 36 attempts, a 41% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stonehill's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 12 free throws, an 85% rate. Stonehill gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Lions? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO. The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Lindenwood as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS VS LINDENWOOD LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee State Tigers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hyland Arena at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Tennessee State Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Tennessee State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Tennessee State improved to 2-10 on the season with a 95-86 home win over Little Rock on Saturday. The Tigers were slight favorites at -1 and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the over/under line of 139.5.</p> <p>Tennessee State led 44-32 at halftime and scored 51 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 54 points to Little Rock after the break.</p><p>Tennessee State put up 95 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They connected on 36.4% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-22 from deep, and hit 76.3% of their free throws, making 29 of 38 from the line. The Tigers also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists.</p> <p>Ante Beljan led the way with 33 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 57.9% from the field. Travis Harper II added 20 points, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range, while Ronald Jessamy contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 77.8% overall.</p><p>Despite Tennessee State's defensive efforts, they gave up 86 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. The Tigers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Tennessee State's defense conceded 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws, shooting 76%. The Tigers allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lions Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions fell to 3-9 on the season after a 58-47 road loss to SIUE on Saturday. Entering the game as +7.5 point underdogs, Lindenwood not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 34-29 at halftime, the Lions managed just 18 points in the 2nd half while allowing 24. The game’s total points of 105 fell well below the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 47 points on 32.1% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 34%, and they hit only 17.6% of their three-point attempts, going 3-for-17 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Ray'Sean Taylor led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting 35% overall and 27.3% from three. Markeith Browning II added 16 points, hitting 50% of his threes, while Desmond Polk contributed 15 points, shooting 75% from the field and 66.7% from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 17 offensive rebounds, Lindenwood's defense held strong, allowing just 58 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited their opponent's two-point success, with only 17 made shots on 44 attempts, a 38% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lindenwood's defense was effective, holding their opponent to 6/22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 6, shooting 50%.</p>

Tennessee State Tigers vs Lindenwood Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Mountaineers and Jaspers game? Catch the action at Draddy Gymnasium in Riverdale, NY, as the Jaspers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 151.5 points, and Manhattan is favored by -1.5 vs. Mount St. Mary's in a Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS VS MANHATTAN JASPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Manhattan Jaspers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Draddy Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MANHATTAN JASPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Jaspers.</li><li>Not only will Manhattan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mountaineers Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 8-5 on the season with a 68-62 win over Niagara on Sunday. The Mountaineers, who were -5 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's came back strong in the 2nd half, outscoring Niagara 42-25 after trailing 37-26 at halftime.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.5%. They connected on 9 of 19 three-point attempts, shooting 47.4% from deep, and hit 75% of their free throws (15/20). Offensive rebounding was minimal, with just 2 boards on that end, but they dished out 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jahari Williamson led the way with 15 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes for a 71.4% mark from beyond the arc. Zion Russell and Carmelo Pacheco each added 14 points, with Pacheco making 4 of 8 threes and Russell shooting 66.7% overall. Arlandus Keyes was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts and finishing with 11 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 62 points, Mount St. Mary's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 47% from the field, with 22 made baskets on 46 attempts. The Mountaineers gave up 13 two-pointers on 27 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 9 of 19 threes, shooting 47%. Mount St. Mary's also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 for 75%. The Mountaineers limited second-chance opportunities, allowing just 2 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Jaspers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Manhattan improved to 6-6 on the season with a narrow 80-79 road win over Rider on Sunday. The Jaspers entered the game as +2 underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 44-37 at halftime, Manhattan turned things around in the second half, outscoring Rider 43-35. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Jaspers put up 80 points, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 43.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, and they connected on 12 of 18 free throws (66.7%).</p> <p>Jay Alvarez led the way with 23 points, while Masiah Gilyard and Shaquil Bender each added 18. Bender knocked down 4 threes, shooting 50% from deep, and Zion Cruz contributed 11 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Manhattan's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 8 of 24 shots, good for 33%. The Jaspers also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 19, a 95% success rate. Manhattan allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Manhattan Jaspers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>We have only nine games on the MLB schedule for Monday, August 22, but one of them is extremely attractive, so make sure you don’t miss a thing and get the best Mets vs. Yankees betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>The Mets and the Yankees will play the first of a two-game series at Yankee Stadium, and the Mets are -165 moneyline favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 7 runs. These city and interleague foes have met twice this season, and the Mets won both duels at Citi Field.</p>



<p><strong>Mets edged the Phillies to win the series</strong></p>



<p>The New York Mets won three of four games against the Philadelphia Phillies, which is the second time in a week they won the series over Philly. The Mets fortified the leading spot in the NL East with four wins ahead of the Atlanta Braves and are still in the race for the top of the NL. The Dodgers are in a pole position at the moment, but that could change in the next month.</p>



<p>Nate Fisher, a rookie pitcher who had his debut in a 10-9 victory over the Phillies, was the highlight of this game. He was working in the Ohio bank a year ago, and now he pitched three scoreless innings, allowing only one hit in a relief appearance. Jose Butto, another rookie debutant, started the tilt but was torched by the Phillies for seven runs on nine hits with five strikeouts and two walks across 4.0 innings. Mark Canha was outstanding on offense with two homers and five RBIs. He scored a two-run homer in the 9th to give the Mets a lead.</p>



<p>Max Scherzer (9-2) will take the mound for the 18th time this year when he faces the Yankees on Monday. The 38-year-old righty owns a stellar 2.15 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, and 134/20 K/BB ratio over 109.0 innings of work.</p>



<p><strong>Yankees avoided being swept by the Blue Jays</strong></p>



<p>The New York Yankees will want to forget August after some terrible performances this month. They are in the worst form since the start of the season, losing 14 of the last 18 games. The Yankees are not in jeopardy of losing the top spot in the division, but the Houston Astros are now leading the AL and it seems that they will remain at the top.</p>



<p>The Yankees managed to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 in the final of a four-game series at home and avoid the series sweep after losing the first three duels. The Yankees scored miserable four runs in those three defeats and it’s clear that their offense is not working at the moment. Nestor Cortes had another quality start as he surrendered only a run on three hits with five strikeouts and a walk in 6.0 innings. Lou Trivino was credited with the win, his second of the year. Andrew Benintendi blasted a two-run homer in the 7th to give the Yankees a 4-2 lead, which they kept for the remainder of the game.</p>



<p>Domingo German (1-2) is starting for the Yankees on Monday – it will be his 7th start of the year. The 30-year-old right-hander has a 4.45 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, and a 23/9 K/BB ratio over 28.1 innings.</p>



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



<p>Mets:</p>



<ul><li>4-0 in the last four road games vs. a right-handed starter</li><li>4-1 in the last five interleague games</li><li>8-1 in the last nine Monday games</li></ul>



<p><strong>Yankees:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-4 in the last five vs. National League East opponents</li><li>0-5 in the last five games following a win</li><li>0-6 in the last 6 interleague games</li></ul>



<p><strong>New York Mets vs. New York Yankees Pick&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Scherzer allowed a season-high four earned runs in his latest start against Atlanta and will be desperate to bounce back in this city derby. Luckily for him, he is facing the Yankees’ disappointing offense that is not batting well right now, and he already dominated them in seven shutout innings a month ago. German did allow a couple of runs across 4.2 innings in his previous start against the Mets, and the Mets offense doesn’t have problems at-bat, so I am backing the visitors to take this one without much trouble.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Mets -1.5 Run Line at +105</p>



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



<p>Another strong display from Scherzer is on the cards here as he should easily last six or seven innings. He allows a .212 batting average to the Yankees’ batters throughout his career with only five home runs in 212 at-bats. Domingo German is not bad at all against the Mets as well, he is .195 AB against them. That said, I don’t expect to see a high-scoring affair on Monday. The Yankees are losing a lot of games lately, but most of them were low-scoring. Under is 9-2-1 in the Yankees’ last 12 overall.<strong>Pick:</strong> Go Under 7 runs at +100</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Dragons and Seawolves face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Seawolves are hosting the game at Stony Brook Arena in Stony Brook, NY. Drexel is favored by -6.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stony Brook Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Seawolves.</li><li>Not only will Stony Brook pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Drexel?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dragons improved to 8-6 on the season with a 68-59 road win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday. Drexel entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread, while the combined 127 points fell short of the 145.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Drexel led 34-33 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, holding the Aggies to just 26 points while scoring 34 of their own.</p><p>In their latest game, Drexel put up 68 points, shooting 44.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 36.4% of their threes (8/22) and 48.6% from two-point range (18/37), while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 61.5% (8/13).</p> <p>Yame Butler led the way with 24 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep (3/5). Drexel grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, with Nikolaos Chitikoudis pulling down 12 boards despite shooting 30.8% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, Drexel held their opponent to just 59 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 17/47 (36%) and three-point attempts to 2/15 (13%).</p> <p>Even with 14 offensive rebounds allowed, Drexel's defense kept the pressure on, though their opponent did capitalize from the free-throw line, hitting 19/22 (86%).</p><h3>Do the Seawolves Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stony Brook fell to 3-11 on the season after an 83-76 home loss to William & Mary on Saturday. Entering the game as +6 point underdogs, the Seawolves not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Stony Brook trailed 42-37 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, as they were outscored 41-39 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 159 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Stony Brook put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.7%, with a strong 58.6% from two-point range. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30.8% of their threes, but excelled at the free-throw line, connecting on 81.8% of their attempts.</p> <p>CJ Luster II led the way with 22 points, while Jared Frey added 18. Isaiah Mbeng hit 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points. Chase Lowe contributed 11 points and 8 assists, shooting 80% from the field.</p><p>Despite Stony Brook's defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, their opponents were particularly effective, hitting 58% of their two-point attempts, going 17/29.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stony Brook's defense held their opponents to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 for 81%. Stony Brook also allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Avalanche and Jets game? Catch the action at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB, as the Jets hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Avalanche in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Jets picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Avalanche (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Avalanche Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche fell to 6-7-0 this season. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. Colorado was the underdog on the puck line.</p>

<p>The Avalanche took the lead at 17:06 in the second period, but Nashville responded with five straight goals. Colorado’s defense struggled, allowing two empty-net goals late in the third period.</p><p>Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal in Colorado's 5-2 loss to Nashville. Makar also picked up his 16th assist, and MacKinnon recorded his 14th assist. The Avalanche took 30 shots on goal.</p> <p>Despite their efforts, Colorado was held scoreless in the first period before Makar's goal 2:54 into the second. MacKinnon later scored with 2:17 left in the game. The Avalanche had 23 offensive giveaways.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled late, giving up two empty-net goals to the Predators, one at 1:14 and another at 0:41 in the 3rd period. The Avalanche also allowed the first two goals of the game and another at 14:45 in the 3rd. Goalie Justus Annunen made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Winnipeg Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets moved to 12-1-0 this season. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals went well over the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets rallied, with seven different players finding the net. Winnipeg took the lead for good with 4:03 left in the third period and added two empty-net goals to secure the victory.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with seven different players finding the back of the net. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets in the first period, while Logan Stanley added his first goal of the season in the second. Alex Iafallo’s 4th-period goal came on a power play, his first of the season.</p> <p>The Jets took 34 shots on goal and recorded 10 assists. Dylan Samberg netted his 3rd goal of the season, and Nikolaj Ehlers scored his 9th, adding an empty-netter. Cole Perfetti capped off the scoring with his 4th goal, also on an empty net.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets gave up the first two goals and allowed Tampa Bay to tie the score at 3-3 and 4-4. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage. The Jets' defense finished with 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/7/24

<p>The Cubs (55-53, 29-27 home) will host the Reds (59-51, 31-25 away) in game four of this NL Central series. Starting for the Cubs is Jameson Taillon, while the Reds are giving the ball to Luke Weaver. Read on to see my pick for this showdown between Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds +135</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 8:05 ET on Thursday, August 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI REDS:</h3><ul><li>As the favorite on the road, the Reds' win streak currently stands at five games.</li><li>Cincinnati has the leg up over the Cubs so far this year at 5-3.</li><li>The Cubs' are just 6-12 in Jameson Taillon's 18 starts.</li></ul><h3>CINCINNATI REDS LOOK TO CONTINUE WINNING WAYS ON THE ROAD</h3><p>The Reds head into today's game ranked 1st in the NL Central on an overall record of 59-51. So far, they have put together an above .500 mark on the road at 31-25 and across 33 series, they are 16-13-4.</p><p><p>Luke Weaver has made 18 appearances this season, with a .569 slugging percentage allowed and a 1.60 WHIP. His record stands at 2-3, with an ERA of 6.80 and 67 strikeouts, averaging 7.01 per nine innings. On the road, Weaver is 1-3 with an ERA of 6.12; at home he is 1-0 with an ERA of 9.35.</p></p><p>Luke Weaver will look to build on his last outing, when he pitched six frames and gave up one earned run on two hits. Unfortunately, the Reds were defeated 3-2 by the Dodgers.</p><p>During their last ten games, Cincinnati is the 12th ranked offense in terms of batting average. In these games, they have hit a combined .254 and are averaging 5.1 runs per game. Across the entire season, the Reds are hitting .253 with an OBP of .331 while averaging 4.9 runs per contest. This figure puts them 6th in the league.</p><p>The Reds' leader in hits, Spencer Steer, is batting .272 this season. His slugging percentage is .463 and his on-base percentage is .357.</p><h3>WILL THE CHICAGO CUBS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>This season, the Cubs have played a total of 33 series and are above .500 at 17-12-4. On the road, Chicago is 26-26 and 29-27 at home. Their overall record of 55-53 has the Cubs sitting 3rd in the NL Central.</p><p><p>Jameson Taillon has taken the hill 18 times in 2021, compiling a 5-6 record. He has not allowed a home run in his last two outings and his slugging percentage allowed is currently .446. The right-hander has struck out 77 batters while maintaining a WHIP of 1.37.</p></p><p>The Chicago Cubs are hoping that Jameson Taillon can lead them to another victory, as they triumphed over the St. Louis Cardinals 5-1 the last time he took the mound. The right-hander completed six innings of work, allowing one earned run on two hits.</p><p>Having gone deep 24 times in their last ten games, the Cubs are 1st in that span. At 5.1 runs per game, Chicago is 5th in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .258 while hitting a total of 132 home runs (11th).</p><p>Nico Hoerner has been a consistent presence in the Chicago lineup this season, boasting a .277 batting average and .399 slugging percentage. Over the past ten games, Hoerner has led the team in hits and is hitting an impressive .320.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 8/3/23

<p>ESPN will be covering this matchup between the Ohio Bobcats and Jacksonville State Gamecocks, set for 12:00 ET on Friday, December 20th, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. The game is being played on a neutral site, and the over/under line is currently at 52.5 points. The Ohio Bobcats are the -2.5-point favorites as the game is being played as part of the StaffDNA Cure Bowl. Both teams come in with nine wins this season, and the Bobcats have a 10-3 record.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio Bobcats -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Camping World Stadium at 12:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ohio Bobcats winning this one by a score of 32 to 27</li><li>Not only do we have the Ohio Bobcats winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 52.5 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Ohio Bobcats Pick Up A Win At Camping World Stadium?</h3><p>Ohio enters Week 14 with a 10-3 record, going 5-0 at home and 4-3 on the road. They’ve been favored in six of their 13 games, winning all six as the favorite. Their average scoring margin this season is +11.8 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Ohio is 9-3, including a perfect 5-0 record at home. They are 5-1 ATS as the favorite and 4-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 52.5 points. Ohio’s games have averaged 46.7 points, with their average line at 47.8 points. They’ve gone 6-6 against the over/under this season.</p><p>Ohio’s offense is centered around their rushing attack, ranking 9th nationally with 213.9 rushing yards per game on 39.4 attempts. Anthony Tyus III leads the ground game with 1,111 yards and nine touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. The Bobcats are also 13th in third-down conversions, converting 48.1% of their attempts, and they are averaging 29.2 points per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Parker Navarro has thrown for 2,169 yards with a passer rating of 90, and he has 12 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Ohio is 88th in passing attempts per game and 91st in passing yards. Coleman Owen leads the receiving corps with 1,095 yards and eight touchdowns on 67 catches.</p><p>Ohio's defense has been impressive this season, ranking 13th nationally by allowing just 17.5 points per game. They’ve been particularly strong against the run, giving up only 96.1 rushing yards per game, which ranks 10th in the country.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Miami (OH), Ohio’s defense allowed just 3 points and 190 total yards. They held Miami to 63 rushing yards and 127 passing yards, while also forcing an interception.</p><h3>Can The Jacksonville State Gamecocks Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Jacksonville State enters Week 1 against Ohio with a 9-4 record. They’ve been strong at home, going 6-1, but have struggled on the road with a 1-2 mark. The Gamecocks have been favored in eight of their 13 games, posting a 6-2 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve covered the spread in six of ten games, with a 5-2 ATS record at home. As the favorite, they are 5-3 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 52.5 points. Jacksonville State’s games have averaged 62.5 points, with an average line of 58.6 points. Their over/under record stands at 5-5.</p><p>Jacksonville State’s offense is built around their run game, ranking second in the nation with 270 rushing yards per game. They are third in rushing attempts, averaging 46.4 per game, and are 11th in scoring, with 36.7 points per game. Tre Stewart leads the team with 1,601 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns, averaging 6 yards per carry.</p> <p>Quarterback Tyler Huff has thrown for 2,179 yards, completing 60.6% of his passes, with 13 touchdowns and six interceptions. His passer rating is 94. Cam Vaughn is the top receiver with 620 yards and four touchdowns. Jacksonville State is ranked 50th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 1.</p><p>Jacksonville State's defense turned in a strong performance in their latest game, allowing just 12 points against Western Kentucky. They limited the Hilltoppers to 229 total yards, including 88 rushing yards on 26 attempts and 141 yards through the air.</p><p></p><p>For the season, Jacksonville State's defense is giving up 25.8 points per game. They rank 120th in the nation against the run, allowing 171.6 rushing yards per game, and 85th in passing yards, giving up 215.5 yards per game.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks Betting Pick & Prediction StaffDNA Cure Bowl

<p>Planning on watching today's Peacocks and Purple Eagles game? Catch the action at Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, NY, as the Purple Eagles hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. Saint Peter's is favored by -1.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Niagara. The game's over/under currently sits at 126.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS VS NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher Center at 6:30 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Purple Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Niagara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Peacocks Have a Shot at a Win at Niagara Falls?</h3><p>Saint Peter's dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 59-46 home loss to Quinnipiac on Friday. The Peacocks, who were -3.5 favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>They trailed 41-24 at halftime but held Quinnipiac to 18 points in the 2nd half while scoring 22. The game’s total points of 105 fell well short of the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Saint Peter's struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 46 points on 31.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37%, and they hit only 23.8% of their three-point attempts (5/21).</p> <p>Jaden Zimmerman led the way with 16 points, shooting 50% from beyond the arc (3/6). The Peacocks grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Saint Peter's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 31% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 12/33, a 36% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Peacocks' defense was equally effective, allowing just 5 made threes on 21 attempts (23%). They sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they converted 7 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Can Niagara Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Niagara dropped to 5-8 on the season after a 68-62 loss to Mount St. Mary's on Sunday. The Purple Eagles were +5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, falling short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 37-26 at halftime, Niagara struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 42 points to the Mountaineers.</p><p>Niagara's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.1% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They managed to hit all four of their free throws and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, with 12 assists on 25 made field goals.</p> <p>Jahari Williamson led the way with 15 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Carmelo Pacheco and Zion Russell each added 14 points. Arlandus Keyes was perfect from beyond the arc, going 3 for 3, and contributed 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 68 points, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 22 of 46 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 13 of 27 attempts, good for 48% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 47%, making 9 of 19 attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 20 times, converting 15 for a 75% success rate. Niagara limited them to just 2 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Eagles are +124 on the money line as they head to Cincinnati to take on the Bengals at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 27th. The Bengals are favored at -2.5 on the point spread, with their money line at -148. This non-conference matchup is being televised on CBS, and the over/under line is set at 47.5 points.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA EAGLES VS CINCINNATI BENGALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Bengals -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Paycor Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, October 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI BENGALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bengals winning this one by a score of 28 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Bengals winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Eagles Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 8, the Eagles have won two straight games, including a 28-3 victory over the Giants in week 7. Philadelphia was favored by 3 points and covered the spread with ease, bouncing back after failing to cover in their previous two games. Their O/U record now stands at 2-4, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p> <p>Philadelphia currently ranks 7th in our NFL power rankings and has a 73.8% chance of making the playoffs. They have a +3.2 scoring margin and are 3-3 against the spread this season. As favorites, they are 2-3 ATS, and they have covered in their only game as underdogs.</p><p>Heading into week 8, the Eagles are 15th in the NFL in points per game (22.3) and 9th in yards per game (362.2). They rank 21st in passing attempts and 22nd in passing yards per game, averaging 195.5 yards through the air. On the ground, they are 3rd in rushing attempts and 2nd in rushing yards per game, with 166.7 yards. Philadelphia ranks 23rd in 3rd-down conversion rate and 14th in red zone efficiency.</p> <p>In week 7, Jalen Hurts posted a passer rating of 119, going 10/14 for 114 yards and a touchdown. Saquon Barkley rushed for 176 yards on 17 carries, while A.J. Brown had 5 catches for 89 yards and a touchdown. The Eagles scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter, 7 in the 3rd, and 7 in the 4th, but struggled on 3rd down, converting just 1 of 13 attempts.</p><p>In their most recent game against the Giants, the Eagles' defense allowed just 43 passing yards on 17 completions. They also gave up only 119 total yards and forced the Giants to convert just 21.4% of their third down attempts. Philadelphia's defense was dominant in the passing game, allowing only 1.5 yards per attempt and coming away with 8 sacks.<p></p>On the ground, the Giants managed 76 rushing yards on 18 attempts. The Eagles didn't give up any points in the 28-3 win and limited the Giants to just three points.</p><h3>Will The Bengals Win At Home Over The Eagles?</h3><p>The Bengals have now won two straight, including a 21-14 victory over the Browns in week 7. Cincinnati entered the game as 5.5-point favorites and covered the spread, bringing their ATS record to 4-3 this season. They also covered in week 6, beating the Giants 17-7. The over/under line for that game was 46 points, with the teams combining for 24. The under also hit in week 7, with the Bengals and Browns totaling 35 points against a line of 42.5.</p> <p>Heading into week 8, the Bengals have a 37.7% chance of making the playoffs and a 3.9% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 15th in our power rankings and sit 9th in the AFC with a 3-4 record. Cincinnati is 3-1 on the road but 0-3 at home. In division games, they are 1-1.</p><p>Joe Burrow has posted passer ratings of 108 and 89 in his last two games, following a 392-yard, 5-touchdown performance in week 5 against the Ravens. In week 7, he threw for 181 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 15 of 25 passes. Tee Higgins led the receiving corps with 4 catches for 82 yards, while Chase Brown rushed for 44 yards on 15 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 8, the Bengals rank 8th in the NFL in passing yards per game, with 237.4, and are 14th in total yards, averaging 331.7 per game. They sit 8th in points per game, scoring 25.4, and are 9th in 3rd-down conversions with a 41.2% success rate.</p><p>In their 21-14 win over the Browns, the Bengals' defense came up with two interceptions and four sacks. Despite allowing 259 passing yards, they limited Cleveland to just 77 rushing yards on 21 attempts. The Bengals defended the run well, giving up only 3.7 yards per attempt, and held the Browns to 14 points.<p></p>Cleveland finished with 336 total yards against Cincinnati, who forced the Browns into a 42.1% third-down conversion rate. The Bengals also held Cleveland to a 59.6% completion rate and allowed just one touchdown through the air. Additionally, Cincinnati's defense had a +4 advantage in the QB hit department.</p>

Philadelphia Eagles vs Cincinnati Bengals Betting Pick & Prediction 10/27/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Zips versus the RedHawks? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Millett Hall in Oxford, OH. Akron is favored by -7 in this Mid-American conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142.5 points.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks +7</p><p>This game will be played at Millett Hall at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the RedHawks.</li><li>Not only will Miami (OH) pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Zips?</h3><p>After winning their last game against Ohio, the Akron Zips are now 15-4 overall and 7-0 in the Mid-American Conference. They have a seven-game winning streak and have won all 11 games in which they have been favored. On the road, they are 6-3 this season, and their average scoring margin is +2.4 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Zips have been on a roll at home, going 7-1 and winning their last six games. However, their record on the road is still strong, as they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games away from home.</p><p>Against the spread, Akron has gone 10-7 this season. On the road, they have an ATS mark of 5-4. As the favorite, the Zips have a record of 6-5 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Akron has gone 5-5.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Akron games is 8-9 and the average scoring total in their games is 141.8 points. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 138 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Akron offense ended with 67 points against Ohio. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 41.9% and made 8 threes. The top scorer for the Zips was Enrique Freeman with 19 points, while Greg Tribble also added 10 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Akron's defense has been playing well, ranking 39th nationally, with 65.5 points allowed per game. Akron's three-point defense is currently 74th in the country at 6.2 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.3% of their shots vs. Akron.</p><h3>Can the RedHawks Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>After a two-game losing streak, Miami (OH) will look to get back on track as a 7-point underdog at home against Akron. The RedHawks have gone 4-3 at home this season compared to 2-7 on the road, and they have an average scoring margin of +4.9 points per game at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Miami (OH) has gone 9-10 this season, including a 2-4 mark in Mid-American Conference games. For the year, the RedHawks have been the underdog in 10 of their 19 games, going 3-7 in those contests.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Miami (OH) has gone 6-4 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the RedHawks have an ATS mark of 7-3. At home, Miami (OH) is 4-3 ATS this year and 5-3 ATS over their last 10 home games.</p><p>In Miami (OH) games this year, the over/under record is 9-6-1. Today's line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (143.7). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 147 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 74.1 points per game, the Miami (OH) had a below average performance. They scored 55 points against Central Michigan and had a field goal percentage of 38.2%. The team's top scorer is Darweshi Hunter, who enters today's matchup with an average of 12.6, while Ryan Mabrey also carries a PPG average of 8.9 into the game.</p><p>On defense, Miami (OH) is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.5 points per game. Against Central Michigan in their most recent game, the Miami (OH) defense gave up a total of 71 points while allowing Central Michigan to hit 42% of their shots.</p>

Akron Zips vs Miami (OH) RedHawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Phoenix and Tribe face off at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The Tribe are hosting the game at Kaplan Arena in Williamsburg, VA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and William & Mary is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Elon.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: William & Mary Tribe -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaplan Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tribe.</li><li>Not only will William & Mary pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Elon Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Elon improved to 9-4 this season with a 70-62 win over Hampton on Saturday. The Phoenix were -8.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Elon trailed 32-30 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Hampton 40-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 21 attempts for a 23.8% rate, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 47.8%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 25 of 37 attempts, shooting 67.6%.</p> <p>Sam Sherry was a force inside, hitting 10 of 13 shots for 20 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Nick Dorn added 24 points, knocking down 5 threes on 14 attempts. Elon recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Elon’s defense held their opponent to 62 points, despite giving up 37 free-throw attempts. They allowed 43% shooting from the field, with 15 of those baskets coming from two-point range, where the opponent shot 60%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Elon limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 21 attempts, a 23% success rate. The Phoenix also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Tribe Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>William & Mary Tribe Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>William & Mary improved to 6-7 on the season with an 83-76 win over Stony Brook on Saturday, January 4th. The Tribe, who were -6 favorites, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Leading 42-37 at halftime, William & Mary scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game were 159, surpassing the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>William & Mary put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63%, thanks in part to hitting 42.9% from three-point range, connecting on 12 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>The Tribe dished out 20 assists, with Chase Lowe leading the way with 8. Gabe Dorsey was efficient, shooting 71.4% overall and 75% from beyond the arc, while Isaiah Mbeng hit 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>William & Mary gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tribe allowed 58% shooting, as the other team went 17 for 29 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, William & Mary held the opposition to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. The Tribe also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 for 81%. William & Mary allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs William & Mary Tribe NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-991) will host the Utah Jazz (+640) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are favored by 14 points, and the over/under line is set at 232.5.</p>

<p>Utah comes into this game with a 7-20 record, which puts them 14th in the Western Conference. They have won two games in a row. Cleveland is 25-4 and has won four straight. They are currently the top team in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +14</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-130 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Win in Cleveland?</h3><p>Utah improved to 7-20 this season with a 105-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. The Jazz, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 199, falling well short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 24-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, Utah took control by outscoring Brooklyn 31-21 in the 2nd quarter and 25-18 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with a 75-63 lead and held off the Nets, who edged them 31-30 in the final period.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 21 points in their win over the Nets, scoring 14 in the 4th quarter despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 23.1% from three. Svi Mykhailiuk and Collin Sexton each added 18 points, with Mykhailiuk hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>Utah made 14 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 47.7% overall. Sexton and Mykhailiuk both scored 8 points in the 2nd quarter, while Markkanen's big 4th quarter helped secure the win.</p><p>The Jazz put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, giving up just 94 points in the win. They held Brooklyn to 24 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, and a mere 18 in the 3rd. Even with a 31-point 4th quarter, Utah's defense was solid throughout.</p> <p>Utah limited the Nets to 40% shooting, including just 17% from beyond the arc, where Brooklyn made only 7 threes. The Jazz also recorded 11 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Does Cleveland Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 25-4 on the season with a dominant 126-99 win over the 76ers on Saturday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as 9-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 225, just over the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, Cleveland took control by outscoring Philadelphia 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 99-76 lead, the Cavaliers went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 107-82 to 117-82.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on an offensive show in their win over the 76ers, shooting 53.3% from the field and hitting 22 three-pointers at a 51.2% clip. Darius Garland led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 threes at 85.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Evan Mobley added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell contributed 19 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter. Garland scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Mobley added 10 in the same period.</p><p>The Cavaliers tightened up defensively after a shaky 1st quarter, allowing just 69 points over the final three periods to hold the 76ers to 99 points. Cleveland's defense was particularly strong in the 3rd quarter, where they gave up just 21 points.</p> <p>Overall, the Cavaliers held the 76ers to 40% shooting from the field, including 32% from beyond the arc, where Philadelphia made 11 threes. Cleveland also recorded 8 steals and 1 block in the game.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chippewas and Rockets. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Rockets at Savage Arena in Toledo, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mid-American conference game currently have Toledo as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS VS TOLEDO ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toledo Rockets -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Savage Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOLEDO ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Not only will Toledo pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Central Michigan Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>Central Michigan Chippewas Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Chippewas fell to 2-8 on the season after an 87-71 road loss to Akron on Tuesday. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, Central Michigan not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Central Michigan trailed 41-38 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 33 points while allowing 46. The game’s total points reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Central Michigan's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 38.1% of their threes, going 8-for-21, and were perfect from the free-throw line, making all 11 attempts. The Chippewas also grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.</p> <p>Kyler VanderJagt led the way with 20 points on 9-of-14 shooting, while Seth Wilson added 18 points, hitting 6-of-12 from beyond the arc. Ugnius Jarusevicius and Jakobi Heady each contributed 14 points, with Heady shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>Central Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 46% from the field. The Chippewas couldn't contain the three-point line, where the other team hit 18 of 41 attempts, good for 43%.</p> <p>On top of that, Central Michigan sent the opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 of their attempts. The Chippewas also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Rockets?</h3><p>Toledo moved to 7-6 on the season with a 90-87 win over Eastern Michigan on Tuesday. The Rockets were -9.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Toledo led 46-33 at halftime but allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44. The total points for the game were 177, surpassing the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Toledo's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a 51.7% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, and they hit 44.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they made 22 of 29 shots, good for 75.9%.</p> <p>Jalen Terry led the way with 26 points, hitting 6 of 11 from three-point range and shooting 66.7% overall. Christian Henry added 22 points, and Bryce Ford was highly efficient, making 4 of 5 threes and shooting 85.7% from the field.</p><p>Toledo's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 87 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Rockets gave up 22 two-point field goals on 40 attempts, a 55% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Toledo's opponent hit 8 of 18 threes, shooting 44%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 22 free throws (75%). The Rockets allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Lakers and Red Flash are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Red Flash will host the game at DeGol Arena in Loretto, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and Saint Francis U is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at DeGol Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-61 in favor of the Red Flash.</li><li>Not only will Saint Francis U pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Mercyhurst Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Mercyhurst dropped to 4-10 on the season after a 62-50 loss to Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Lakers, who were +8.5 underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total points of 112 fell short of the 129.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Mercyhurst led 29-28 at halftime but managed just 21 points in the second half while allowing 34. The Lakers’ inability to maintain their first-half momentum contributed to their latest loss.</p><p>Mercyhurst's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 26.1% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-23 from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 40%.</p> <p>Abdul Momoh was a bright spot, scoring 17 points on 8-of-11 shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds in 24 minutes. Aidan Reichert added 15 points, hitting 1-of-2 from three, while Jordan Jones chipped in 12 points despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot just 34% from the field, with 19 made baskets on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the Lakers gave up 13 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 40% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercyhurst's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, shooting 60%. The Lakers gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Red Flash Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Red Flash fell to 2-11 on the season after a 64-60 home loss to Stonehill on Sunday. Saint Francis U entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 124 points fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Francis U led 33-20 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing Stonehill to put up 44 points.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.8% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, and they managed 11 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Riley Parker and Bobby Rosenberger III each scored 19 points, with Parker hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Hermann Koffi also connected on 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc and finishing with 17 points. Louie Semona had a tough shooting night, hitting just 2 of 11 threes, while Todd Brogna contributed 13 rebounds.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 41% with 15 made shots out of 36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Red Flash allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting rate. Their opponent also went 12/14 from the free-throw line, hitting 85% of their foul shots. Saint Francis U gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The third Battle of LA of the 2021-22 NBA season is set for Friday, February 25, at Crypto.com Arena, so we have prepared the best Clippers vs. Lakers betting pick and odds along with the latest team stats and news.</p>



<p>According to <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports/">BetAnySports Sportsbook</a>, it’s a pick ‘em contest, as both teams struggle with injuries. The Clippers shoot for their sixth straight victory over the Lakers, while the over has hit in each of their first two encounters in 2021-22.  </p>



<h2>The Clippers routed Houston for their second straight home win       </h2>



<p>The LA Clippers (30-31; 30-31 ATS) wrapped up the first half of the season on a high note. Playing as 10.5-point home favorites, the Clippers trounced the hapless Houston Rockets 142-111 on February 17. It was their third win in the last four outings, as the Clippers extended their ATS winning streak to four games.</p>



<p>LA holds the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference despite some serious injury problems. Kawhi Leonard (knee) will probably miss the entire season, while Paul George hasn’t played since late December due to an elbow injury. Furthermore, Norman Powell, who was LA’s major addition at the trade deadline, suffered a broken bone in his left foot and is out indefinitely.</p>



<p>Reggie Jackson will continue to drive LA’s offense after averaging 17.4 points and 7.1 assists per game over his last ten appearances. The Clippers’ defense could be a key factor in their playoff push. LA allows 109.0 points per 100 possessions (8<sup>th</sup> in the NBA) on 44.7% shooting from the field (also 8<sup>th</sup>) and 33.8% from downtown (tied-5<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<h2>The Lakers upset Utah, stopped a three-game slide        </h2>



<p>The Los Angeles Lakers (27-31; 26-32 ATS) put an end to their three-game losing streak on February 16. They outlasted the Utah Jazz 106-101 as 4-point home underdogs, entering the All-Star weekend as the No. 9 seed in the West.</p>



<p>The Lakers overcame a 14-point deficit against the Jazz, and LeBron James led the charge with 33 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. Anthony Davis suffered an ankle injury and will be sidelined for at least four weeks, which is a massive blow for the Lakers. Also, Carmelo Anthony has missed the previous five games due to a hamstring injury, and the ten-time All-Star is questionable to play Friday against the Clippers.</p>



<p>The Purple and Gold desperately need more from Russell Westbrook, who’s averaged 16.9 points on 43.1% shooting from the field over his last ten outings. Keep your eyes on Malik Monk, as the 11<sup>th</sup> pick from the 2017 NBA Draft has made 3.0 triples per game in his last ten apps.</p>



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



<p><strong>LA Clippers:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-4 SU in the last five games as a visiting team</li></ul>



<p><strong>LA Lakers:</strong></p>



<ul><li>8-3 SU in the last 11 games as a home team</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-los-angeles-clippers-vs-los-angeles-lakers-pick">Los Angeles Clippers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Pick</h2>



<p>This is a revenge game for the Lakers, who have suffered a couple of tough losses to the Clippers earlier in the season (111-110 and 119-115). With plenty of injuries on both sides, I’m expecting LeBron to take over, so give me the Lakers at moneyline odds.</p>



<p>James and his teammates are only 1-5 SU and ATS in their last six meetings with the Clippers. On the other hand, the Lakers are 8-3 SU in their last 11 outings at Crypto.com Arena as a home team.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Los Angeles Lakers&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>The over is 7-2 in the Clippers’ last nine games, and it is 6-3 in the Lakers’ previous nine. Three of their last five encounters have gone over the total, but the under is 5-3-1 in their previous nine meetings.</p>



<p>The Lakers love to push the ball in transition. They record 100.1 possessions per 48 minutes (4<sup>th</sup> in the NBA), while the Clippers average 98.5 (tied-14<sup>th</sup>). I lean the over, but the Lakers to Win seems like the best bet in this clash.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over&nbsp;</strong></p>

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