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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

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<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and 49ers game? Catch the action at Halton Arena in Charlotte, NC, as the 49ers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Charlotte as the -3.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS CHARLOTTE 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte 49ers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Halton Arena at 2:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the 49ers.</li><li>Not only will Charlotte pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Buccaneers Secure a Win at Charlotte?</h3><h3>East Tennessee State Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>East Tennessee State picked up an 82-67 win over Queens (NC) on Sunday, November 24th. The Buccaneers were -8.5 favorites at home and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>ETSU led 37-35 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Queens 45-32. The game’s total points of 149 fell short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They connected on 59.1% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%.</p> <p>The Buccaneers grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Quimari Peterson led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes. Karon Boyd and Leo Colimerio each added 20 points, with Colimerio shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense gave up 67 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 33 made field goals on 66 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, East Tennessee State's defense allowed 26 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 59% shooting rate. From three-point range, they gave up 7 made threes on 22 attempts, a 31% shooting percentage. The opposing team also shot 60% from the free-throw line, making 9 of 15 attempts.</p><h3>Can the 49ers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Charlotte 49ers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charlotte suffered a 79-76 home loss to LIU on Saturday, November 23rd. The 49ers, who were -14 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-35 at halftime, Charlotte outscored LIU 41-34 in the second half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the over/under line of 138.5.</p><p>In their last game, the 49ers managed to score 76 points despite shooting just 34% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 37.7%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts for 18.8%, and connected on 40.5% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Charlotte's free-throw shooting was a major factor, as they made 37 of 53 attempts, shooting 69.8% from the line. They also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists. Malachi Davis led the way with 31 points, shooting 50% overall and from three-point range.</p><p>Despite holding their opponent to 34% shooting, the Charlotte 49ers gave up 79 points in their last game, largely due to sending them to the free-throw line 53 times. Their opponent converted 37 of those attempts, shooting 69% from the stripe.</p> <p>Charlotte's defense limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 16 attempts, an 18% success rate. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 made field goals on 37 attempts, a 40% shooting percentage. The 49ers also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Charlotte 49ers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>The Bears and Salukis are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Salukis will host the game at Banterra Center in Carbondale, IL. This Missouri Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 135 points, and Southern Illinois is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Missouri State.</p><h3>MISSOURI STATE BEARS VS SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Illinois Salukis -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Banterra Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Salukis.</li><li>Not only will Southern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Missouri State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Bears fell to 5-9 on the season after an 80-63 home loss to the Flames on Tuesday, January 7th. Missouri State, who entered the game as -2.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 36-27 at halftime, the Bears allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 143, going over the pre-game line of 138.5.</p><p>Missouri State's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.1%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-16 from deep, and hit 50% of their two-point shots, finishing 16-for-32 inside the arc. At the free-throw line, the Bears were efficient, making 13 of 15 attempts for an 86.7% success rate.</p> <p>Filip Skobalj was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots, including 5-for-5 from three-point range, finishing with 17 points. Tyem Freeman and Zaxton King also contributed 17 points, with Freeman adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists. King and Freeman both shot 60% from the field, with Freeman hitting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, while King went 3-for-6 from deep.</p><p>Missouri State's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 16 two-pointers on 32 attempts, a 50% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bears' defense saw the other team hit 6 of 16 threes, good for 37%. Missouri State also sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 13 free throws, an 86% rate.</p><h3>Will the Salukis Win at Home?</h3><p>Southern Illinois fell to 3-11 on the season after a 90-86 road loss to Belmont on Wednesday. Despite being +9 point underdogs, the Salukis kept it closer than expected. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>After trailing 43-31 at halftime, Southern Illinois put up a strong fight in the 2nd half, scoring 55 points while allowing 47.</p><p>Southern Illinois put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.6%, with 22 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Ali Dibba led the way with 33 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 56.5% overall and 62.5% from three. Jonathan Pierre added 21 points, hitting 75% of his threes, while Brigham Rogers contributed 17 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Southern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 90 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>The Salukis also allowed 9 threes on 23 attempts, with the other team shooting 39% from beyond the arc. Additionally, Southern Illinois sent their opponents to the line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws, an 85% clip.</p>

Missouri State Bears vs Southern Illinois Salukis NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The Vandals and Vikings are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Vikings will host the game at Viking Pavilion in Portland, OR. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Portland State is favored by -3 to win at home against Idaho.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings -3</p><p>This game will be played at Viking Pavilion at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Idaho Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Idaho improved to 5-9 on the season with an 80-67 win over Sacramento State on Thursday. The Vandals, who were favored by 3.5 points, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 147, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> <p>Idaho took control early, leading 42-26 at halftime. While they allowed 41 points in the second half, they scored 38 of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Idaho put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They connected on 38.2% of their threes, hitting 13 of 34 attempts, and were 65.2% from two-point range. At the free-throw line, they shot 84.6%, making 11 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Jacob Holt led the way with 35 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Jack Payne added 23 points, shooting 44.4% from deep, while Kristian Gonzalez contributed 15 points in 19 minutes, hitting 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 18 made field goals on 43 attempts, including 10/24 from two-point range, which is also 41%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 42%, hitting 8 of their 19 three-point attempts. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 23 free throws, good for 71%. Idaho allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Vikings Win at Home?</h3><p>Portland State evened their record at 6-6 with a 64-59 win over Eastern Washington on Thursday. The Vikings, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 29-24 at halftime, Portland State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Eagles 40-30.</p><p>Portland State managed just 64 points in their last game, shooting 38.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. They hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 14 attempts, but struggled inside, shooting 37.5% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Vikings shot 59.3%, making 16 of 27 attempts. They grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Terri Miller Jr. led the team with 16 points and 7 rebounds, while Tre-Vaughn Minott added 13 points and 10 boards, hitting 5 of 6 shots from the field.</p><p>Portland State's defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts, with the other team making 15 of 40 for 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 42%, hitting 6 of 14 threes. Portland State also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 59%.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Portland State Vikings NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The Patriots are +180 on the money line as they face the Chargers at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th at Gillette Stadium. The Chargers are favored on the road with a money line of -214. The Patriots are +4 point underdogs, and the over/under line is 42.5 points. This week 17 AFC matchup is being televised on NFLN.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CHARGERS VS NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Chargers -4</p><p>This game will be played at Gillette Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CHARGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chargers winning this one by a score of 26 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Chargers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chargers Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>After two straight losses, the Chargers bounced back in week 16 with a 34-27 win over the Broncos, improving their record to 9-6. They currently have a 93.5% chance of making the playoffs, but they can’t win the AFC West. Heading into week 17, they rank 16th in our NFL power rankings.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Chargers are 10-4-1, including a 9-2 record as favorites. Their average scoring margin this season is +3.6 points per game. Their O/U record is 6-9, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p><p>Justin Herbert has posted solid numbers over his last three games, with a passer rating of 110 in week 16, throwing for 284 yards and 2 touchdowns on 23 of 31 passing. In week 15, he had 195 yards and 2 touchdowns, and in week 14, he threw for 213 yards and a touchdown. Ladd McConkey led the team in receiving in week 16 with 6 catches for 87 yards, while Gus Edwards had 68 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns on 14 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chargers rank 18th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 21.9. They are 24th in passing yards per game (200.8) and 23rd in rushing yards (106.5). On 3rd down, they are converting 37.9% of their attempts, which ranks 18th in the league, and they are 8th in red zone conversion percentage.</p><p>In their 34-27 win over the Broncos, the Chargers' defense allowed 245 passing yards on 72.5% completions. They gave up two passing touchdowns and allowed a 6.1 yards per attempt. The Chargers' run defense gave up 110 yards on 21 attempts, with Denver finishing with 355 total yards. Los Angeles recorded two sacks and held Denver to a 38.5% third-down conversion rate. <p></p>The Chargers also struggled to generate consistent pressure, losing the quarterback hit differential by -4. Despite this, they did win the tackles for loss differential.</p><h3>Are The Patriots Going Win In At Upset At Gillette Stadium</h3><p>The Patriots are currently on a five-game losing streak, dropping their record to 3-12. They rank 27th in our power rankings and have no chance of making the playoffs. New England is 1-5 at home and 2-7 on the road, and they are 4th in the AFC East with a 1-4 division record.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Patriots are 6-8-1, with all of their games coming as underdogs. Their average scoring margin is -6.8 points per game. Their O/U record is 9-6, with their games averaging 41.3 points.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Patriots rank 28th in our offensive power rankings. They are 29th in the NFL in both points per game (17.3) and total yards per game (298.2). Despite ranking 16th in passing attempts, they are last in the league in passing yards per game, averaging 178.5. On the ground, they are 14th in rushing yards per game, with 119.7, on 26.4 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Drake Maye threw for 261 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 16, completing 22 of 36 passes, but he did have an interception. Kayshon Boutte led the team with 5 receptions for 95 yards and a touchdown, while Rhamondre Stevenson added 60 rushing yards and a touchdown on 12 carries. New England converted 7 of 12 third downs and scored on 2 of 3 red zone trips against the Bills.</p><p>Despite the Patriots' defense holding the Bills to just 152 yards passing in their most recent game, they still gave up 172 yards on the ground in a 24-21 loss. Buffalo finished with 324 total yards, averaging 6.1 yards per attempt on the ground. New England's run defense struggled, but they did limit the Bills to 55.2% completions and held them to a 36.4% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>In the passing game, the Patriots allowed just one touchdown and came up with one interception. They also managed one sack and two quarterback hits in the game.</p>

Los Angeles Chargers vs New England Patriots Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Warhawks and Ragin' Cajuns game? Catch the action at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA, as the Ragin' Cajuns hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Louisiana-Lafayette is favored by -12 to win at home against Louisiana-Monroe.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks +12</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Even though we have Louisiana-Lafayette winning straight-up, we like Louisiana-Monroe at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warhawks Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>As a 12-point underdog, Louisiana-Monroe has gone 3-10 in games as the underdog this season. They head into this game with a 7-12 record, including a 2-6 mark in Sun Belt Conference play. The Warhawks have won two straight games, including their most recent contest against South Alabama, 80-66.</p>

<p>So far this season, Louisiana-Monroe has gone 2-7 on the road, and their average scoring margin in these games is -12.8 points per game. Over their last 10 games away from home, the Warhawks have gone 2-8, and they are 1-4 in their last five road games.</p><p>As the underdog, Louisiana-Monroe has an ATS record of 7-6 this season and they have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last 3 games as the underdog. On the road, the Warhawks have an ATS record of 6-3 this season and they are 6-4 vs. the spread in their last 10 road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 145.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Louisiana-Monroe's games this season (139.4). So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 154 points.</p><p>Louisiana-Monroe recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 80 points against South Alabama. This output exceeded their season average of 69.4 points per game. Tyreke Locure is leading the team in scoring at 10.3 points per contest. Nika Metskhvarishvili has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 10.5 going into the game.</p><p>On defense, Louisiana-Monroe is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 73.3 points per game. So far, the Louisiana-Monroe defense is giving up an average of 8.9 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.3 times per game (602nd).</p><h3>Will Louisiana-Lafayette Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>After winning their last game against Texas State by a final score of 66-46, Louisiana-Lafayette has now won six games in a row. They have an overall record of 13-8, including a 7-1 mark at home. For the season, they have been favored in eight games, going 7-1.</p>

<p>So far, the Ragin' Cajuns have gone 9-1 in their last 10 home games and 4-1 in their last five. They are 7-3 in Sun Belt Conference games and 6-5 in non-conference games. On the season, they have an average scoring margin of +8.2 at home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Louisiana-Lafayette has a record of 5-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Ragin' Cajuns have gone 6-4 vs. the spread. At home this season, their ATS mark is 5-3, and over their last 10 home games, they have gone 5-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 145.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Louisiana-Lafayette's games this year (150.1). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 144 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Louisiana-Lafayette offense ended with 66 points against Texas State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 42.6% and made 6 threes. Kobe Julien is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 18.2 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Themus Fulks brings a PPG average of 11.6 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Ragin' Cajuns' defense is ranked 153rd in the country at 71.4 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Louisiana-Lafayette's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 24.8% this season.</p>

Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns Betting Pick & Prediction 1/31/24

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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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Beach versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at University Credit Union Center in Davis, CA. This Big West conference matchup has an over/under of 136 points, and UC Davis is favored to win by -5 at home vs. Long Beach State.</p><h3>LONG BEACH STATE BEACH VS UC DAVIS AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UC Davis Aggies -5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UC DAVIS AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will UC Davis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Long Beach State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Long Beach State Beach Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Long Beach State dropped to 4-10 on the season following an 80-65 road loss to Bakersfield on Saturday. Entering the game as +5.5 point underdogs, the Beach not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 39-30 at halftime, Long Beach State allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game reached 145, surpassing the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Long Beach State posted a 51.1% field goal percentage in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They shot 57.6% from two-point range, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 4 of 12 attempts. At the free-throw line, they made 15 of 23, shooting 65.2%.</p> <p>Jemel Jones led the way with 25 points, shooting 54.5% overall, despite going just 1 for 6 from three. Devin Askew added 21 points, hitting 2 of 4 from deep, while Austin Johnson contributed 14 points on 6 of 8 shooting. The Beach finished with 9 assists and just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Long Beach State's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field (27/59). Inside the arc, they allowed 47% shooting on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 41% of their shots, going 7/17. Long Beach State also sent them to the line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws, an 86% rate. The Beach gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Aggies?</h3><h3>UC Davis Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Aggies evened their record at 7-7 with a 63-53 win over Cal State Fullerton on Thursday, January 9th. Playing at home, UC Davis entered the game as -8 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>UC Davis led 34-20 at halftime but allowed 33 points in the 2nd half while scoring 29 of their own. The game’s total points of 116 fell well short of the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>UC Davis struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 21.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 23 attempts from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, but they did manage to connect on 83.3% of their free throws, going 20 for 24 from the line.</p> <p>Connor Sevilla led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 10 threes, while Ty Johnson added 15 points despite shooting 29.4% overall and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts. Pablo Tamba contributed 14 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>UC Davis put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Aggies were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% success rate.</p> <p>Even though their opponent shot 46% on two-point attempts, UC Davis sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts. The Aggies also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Long Beach State Beach vs UC Davis Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The Wolf Pack and Bulldogs are set to face off at 7:00 ET on MWN. The Bulldogs will host the game at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA. Nevada come into this Mountain West conference matchup as the -12.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 149 points.</p><h3>NEVADA WOLF PACK VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Wolf Pack Ready for a Win at Fresno?</h3><p>Nevada’s season record dropped to 8-7 after a narrow 82-81 loss to New Mexico on Friday. The Wolf Pack were +6 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Nevada led 37-34 at halftime but were outscored 36-33 in the second half. The total points for the game hit 163, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Nevada put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field. They connected on 42.1% of their threes, going 8-for-19 from beyond the arc, and hit 23 of 35 free throws, good for 65.7%.</p> <p>Kobe Sanders led the way with 21 points, while Nelly Junior Joseph and Donovan Dent each added 20. Joseph was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots, while Dent dished out 6 assists. Nick Davidson also contributed 18 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p><p>Nevada's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 31 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 5 of 18 threes, shooting 27%. Nevada also sent them to the line 41 times, where they made 31 free throws, a 75% success rate. Nevada gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Fresno State Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Bulldogs dropped to 4-12 on the season following a 91-64 road loss to Colorado State on Tuesday. Fresno State entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p> <p>Fresno State fell behind early, trailing 49-26 at halftime. While they managed to score 38 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 42 points, preventing any chance of a comeback.</p><p>Fresno State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38% from the field and 33.3% on two-point attempts. They did hit 50% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 14 threes, and their effective field goal percentage was 44%. The Bulldogs also shot 57.6% from the free-throw line, making 19 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>Alex Crawford led the way with 21 points, shooting 58.3% from the field. Jaylen Crocker-Johnson added 20 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Keshawn Williams contributed 18 points on 63.6% shooting. Nique Clifford chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds, and Zaon Collins had 11 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Fresno State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 29 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 13 threes on 30 attempts, good for 43%. Fresno State also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 20 free throws, an 87% rate.</p>

Nevada Wolf Pack vs Fresno State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>At 9:40 PM ET, the Rays and Athletics face off in an AL matchup. This one is being played at Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, and the Rays are the slight favorites on the money line (-131). The Athletics are 11 games under .500 at 54-72, while the Rays are 63-62.</<p>

<p>NSPCA will be televising Wednesday's matchup, and the Rays are starting Ryan Pepiot, while the Athletics have Mitch Spence on the mound. In the AL East, the Rays are 4th, while the Athletics are 4th in the AL West.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +111</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 9:40 ET on Wednesday, August 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RAYS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics 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>Tampa Bay picked up a 1-0 win over the Athletics in the most recent game of this series. The Rays had just three hits in the game but got a home run from Jose Siri and a good outing from Shane Baz, who went 7 2/3 innings and didn't give up a run.</p>

<p>On the other side, Oakland wasted a good start from Joey Estes, as he gave up just one run in 7 2/3 innings of work. The A's offense mustered just three hits in the game and struck out 12 times.</p>

<p>With the win, the Rays are now at -121 on the money line for the series finale. Tampa Bay is still comfortably in first place in the AL East, while the A's are in third place in the AL West.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>Tampa Bay is 63-62 overall, which puts them 4th in the AL East, 10 games behind the Orioles for the division lead. The Rays are 17-23 against other teams in the AL East. Tampa Bay is at an even 34-34 at home this year and 29-28 on the road.</p>

<p>The Rays have been a bit better as the favorite this year, going 32-28 compared to 31-34 as the underdog. As the road favorite, Tampa Bay has gone 10-10 this year. So far, their overall series record is 21-15-4, and they are currently tied in this series vs. the Athletics.</p><p>When the Rays win, they tend to do so by a comfortable margin, as their average run differential in victories is +2.7. However, they've been outscored by an average of 0.4 runs per game overall this season. They've been a solid bet against the run line on the road, going 34-23, but they have struggled at home, going 29-39. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 41-24 against the run line in those games.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays are on the road today against the Oakland Athletics. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Rays have a combined run average of 8.2 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 56-63. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 20-23. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs this season, and 60.0% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs. The Rays are currently on a two-game under streak.</p><p>Ryan Pepiot gets the start for the Rays today as he faces the Athletics on the road. He has made 18 starts this season and has a record of 6-5 with an ERA of 3.69. Pepiot's WHIP for the season is currently 1.08. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going 5 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs on five hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Pepiot's ERA at home is 4.37, compared to 4.01 on the road. Overall, he has given up 11 homers this season.</p><p>Yandy Diaz has been one of the few bright spots in the Rays' lineup this season, as he is batting .275 for the season and has gone 10/31 in his last nine games. He is also the team's leader in RBIs, with 54, and has four homers. Brandon Lowe is also near the top of the team's home run list, with 16, but is batting just .248 for the season and has gone 6/32 in his last eight games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Rays are averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is 28th in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and team batting average. As a team, they are batting just .231. As a team, the Rays are 23rd in home runs and have the league's 25th best OPS.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>Oakland is 54-72 overall and trails the Astros in the AL West by 14.5 games. The Athletics are in 4th place in the division and are 16-20 against other AL West teams this year. As for their overall record, the Athletics are 31-32 at home and 23-40 on the road.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are 43-68 this year compared to an 11-4 mark as the favorite. Oakland's overall series record is 16-21-3, and they have won two straight series on the road. Currently, they are tied in their series vs. the Rays and are 6-4 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Oakland Athletics win, they tend to do so by a comfortable margin, as their average run differential in victories is +3.5. However, when they lose, it's often by a wide margin, as their average run differential in defeats is -3.6. Overall, the A's run line record is 68-58, and they have covered the run line in 35 of their 63 home games this season.</p><p>With a combined run average of 8.6 runs per game, the Oakland Athletics have seen their fair share of high-scoring contests this season. Their over/under record sits at 56-68, and their games have averaged an over/under line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, the A's have gone over the total in 10 of 17 games. Overall, 74.6% of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's 7.5-run total, and they are currently on a four-game under streak.</p><p> Right-hander Mitch Spence is getting the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Rays at home. He has made 16 starts this year and has a record of 7-8 with an ERA of 4.64. Spence's WHIP for the season is currently 1.34. In his 27 appearances, he has turned in three quality starts. Looking back at his most recent outing, Spence finished with a no-decision after giving up five earned runs in 2 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had lost three straight starts. Opponents are batting .253 off Spence this year.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Athletics are 6th in the league in home runs, but they are just 25th in runs scored and are batting a collective .231. One of the reasons they have been able to hit home runs is that they are 15th in the league in strikeouts, averaging 9 per game. As a team, they are averaging 4 runs per game at home and 3.8 on the road.</p>

<p>Brent Rooker has been a bright spot for the Athletics this season, as he is hitting .287 with a team-high 29 home runs and 83 RBIs. Shea Langeliers is 2nd on the team in RBIs (61) but is batting just .227 for the season. Over his last six games, JJ Bleday is batting just .217, but he does have two home runs in that stretch.</p>

Tampa Bay Rays vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 8/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Golden Hurricane game? Catch the action at Reynolds Center in Tulsa, OK, as the Golden Hurricane hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers come into this American Athletic conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 152 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS TIGERS VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reynolds Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-67 in favor of the Golden Hurricane.</li><li>Not only will Tulsa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 141 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>As of today, Memphis has a record of 11-2. On the road, the Tigers have gone 4-2 this season, while they are undefeated at home with a 7-0 record. Memphis' record vs. the spread heading into today's game stands at 6-7. Over their last ten games, Memphis has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>In 13 games, Memphis comes in with an over/under mark of 9-4-0, with their games averaging 151.8 points per game. The Tigers' have recorded an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 144 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Memphis offense ended with 81 points against Austin Peay. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 41% and made 4 threes. David Jones was the leading scorer for the Tigers, putting up 19 points. In addition, Nae'qwan Tomlin contributed 15 points.</p><p>In terms of defense, Memphis is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 72.5 points per game. Memphis' three-point defense is currently 170th in the country at 8.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.0% of their shots vs. Memphis.</p><h3>Can Tulsa Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Tulsa is 9-3 overall as they prepare for their 13th game of the season. At home, they have an impressive 8-1 record, while on the road they are 0-1. Tulsa has a winning record against the spread, sitting at 5-3-2. In their last ten games, they have gone 1-1-1 when it comes to covering the spread.</p><p>Through 12 games, Tulsa has an over/under record of 6-4-0 with their games averaging a combined 144.1 points per game so far. Looking at the Golden Hurricane's last three games, their over/under record is 0-2 with their games averaging 133 points per game.</p><p>The Tulsa offense is coming off a game in which they scored 65 points vs. New Mexico State. Overall their field goal percentage was 34% while connecting on 4 threes. The team's scoring leader is PJ Haggerty, who holds an average of 17.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Cobe Williams is averaging 12.1 points per game this season.</p><p>The Golden Hurricane's defense is presently ranked 63rd nationally, allowing an average of 66.1 points per contest. So far, the Tulsa defense is giving up an average of 10.9 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13.8 times per game (667th).</p>

Memphis Tigers vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Tigers and Cardinals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Cardinals at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 145.5 points, and Louisville is favored by -3.5 vs. Clemson in a Atlantic Coast conference matchup.</p><h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS LOUISVILLE CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisville Cardinals -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at KFC Yum! Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISVILLE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Louisville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Grab a Win in Louisville?</h3><h3>Clemson Tigers Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Clemson improved to 12-3 this season with an 80-68 home win over California on Saturday. Despite being -14.5 favorites, the Tigers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Clemson led 39-36 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Cal 41-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Clemson's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 62% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70%, with the team hitting 71.9% of their two-point attempts and 44.4% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 30 points on 11-of-15 shooting, and Ian Schieffelin added 21 points, hitting 8-of-10 shots. Chase Hunter contributed 19 points and 6 assists, and the Tigers finished with 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Clemson's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 68 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 23 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 71% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson's defense conceded 8 threes on 18 attempts, with the other team shooting 44% from deep. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws, an 83% clip. Clemson gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Cardinals Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Louisville Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Louisville improved to 10-5 on the season with a 70-50 road win over Virginia on Saturday, January 4th. The Cardinals entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 120, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Louisville led 32-27 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 23 points while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Louisville put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 49.1% in effective field goal percentage. From beyond the arc, they hit 7 of 19 attempts, good for 36.8%, while knocking down 13 of 14 free throws for a 92.9% success rate. The Cardinals also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.</p> <p>Andrew Rohde led the way with 16 points, shooting 50% overall and 40% from three. Reyne Smith and Aboubacar Traore each added 15 points, with Smith hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip, and Traore connecting on 6 of 10 shots, including his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Louisville's defense was impressive, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 37% shooting from the field. They limited damage from beyond the arc, where the other team shot only 19%, making just 5 of their 26 three-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Louisville sent their opponent to the stripe only 6 times, where they converted 5 of those attempts. The Cardinals also controlled the boards, allowing just 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Clemson Tigers vs Louisville Cardinals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>First pitch for this AL East matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and Tampa Bay Rays is set for 6:50 PM ET at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, FL. The game will be televised on SNET.</p>

<p>Chris Bassitt will take the mound for the Blue Jays, while Aaron Civale will start for the Rays. The over/under line is set at 8 runs, with the under currently paying out at -117.</p><h3>TORONTO BLUE JAYS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Blue Jays Moneyline +101</p><p>This game will be played at Tropicana Field at 6:50 ET on Friday, March 29th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BLUE JAYS VS RAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Blue Jays winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Blue Jays 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>The Blue Jays and Rays wrapped up their most recent game with the Blue Jays picking up an 8-2 win on the road. Toronto was actually the underdog heading into the game at +124. The money line was reversed for the Rays, who were favored at -149.</p>

<p>Jose Berrios got the win for the Blue Jays, going six innings and giving up two earned runs. He went toe-to-toe with Zach Eflin, who took the loss after giving up six earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Eflin gave up six hits and three homers.</p>

<p>The Blue Jays' offense didn't waste any time getting to work, as both teams scored a run in the first inning. Toronto took the lead in the 4th and then broke things open with a five-run 6th inning. George Springer, Cavan Biggio, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. all homered for the Blue Jays.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>Chris Bassitt is coming off a season in which he made 33 starts and finished with a record of 16-8. His ERA for the season was 3.60, and he had a WHIP of 1.18. Bassitt's batting average allowed was .229, and his on-base percentage allowed was .291. He made two appearances against the Rays last season and finished with a record of 1-1 and an ERA of 0.79.</p><p>Looking at the Blue Jays' player projections for today, we see that Bo Bichette is not only projected to have the most hits on the team, but he has the highest hits projection in the entire league. His home run projection is also the best on the team and 4th best in the league. George Springer's total hits projection is the 3rd best on the team and 5th best in the league. His home run projection is 2nd on the team and 6th in the league. Isiah Kiner-Falefa has the 2nd best total hits projection on the team and 4th best in the league. His home run projection is 6th on the team and 13th in the league.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>Aaron Civale is coming off a season in which he made 23 starts for the Tampa Bay Rays. His record for the season was 7-5, and he finished the year with an ERA of 3.46. Civale made a total of seven quality starts and allowed 12 home runs. His WHIP for the season was 1.16, and his FIP was 3.57. Civale's batting average allowed was .231, and his on-base percentage allowed was .287. For the season, he averaged 8.53 strikeouts per nine innings and had a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 3.5.</p><p>The Rays are expected to have a few players who could make an impact at the plate today. Yandy Díaz has the highest hits projection on the team and is 15th in the league in that category. Jose Siri has the best odds to hit a home run for the Rays, as his home run projection is 7th in the league today. Harold Ramírez is 17th in the league in terms of total hits, and his home run projection is 12th in the league today.</p>

Toronto Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay Rays Betting Pick & Prediction 3/29/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC. South Carolina State is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference contest against USC Upstate. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>South Carolina State dropped to 3-7 on the season after a 68-64 loss to Furman on Saturday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Bulldogs kept it close on the road, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p> <p>The Bulldogs led 33-26 at halftime but were outscored 42-31 in the second half, leading to the loss.</p><p>South Carolina State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.3% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.3%, and they connected on 66.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Cooper Bowser was a perfect 7-for-7 from the field, finishing with 16 points in 24 minutes. Drayton Jones added 15 points, and Omar Croskey contributed 13 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range.</p><p>Even with a strong shooting performance, South Carolina State couldn't hold their opponent under 68 points. They allowed 51% shooting from the field, with 18 of those baskets coming from two-point range, where the opponent shot 69%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina State's defense was more effective, limiting the opponent to 4 made threes on 17 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. However, they sent the opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 83%.</p><h3>Are the Spartans Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 1-9 after a 73-53 loss to South Carolina on Saturday. The Spartans were +23.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 35-28 at halftime and were outscored 38-25 in the second half. The combined points for the game were 126, falling well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 53 points with a field goal percentage of 37.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 39.3%. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 1 of 10 attempts for 10%, and they shot 54.5% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Nick Pringle led the way with 19 points on 8 of 10 shooting, while Breylin Garcia added 14 points and 13 rebounds. Collin Murray-Boyles contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, and Jamarii Thomas chipped in 11 points, making 2 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>USC Upstate Spartans gave up 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 25 of 59 attempts. Inside the arc, the Spartans allowed 50% shooting, as the other team went 20 for 40 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Spartans held their opponents to 5 of 19 shooting, or 26%. At the free-throw line, the other team made 18 of 25 attempts, hitting 72%. USC Upstate also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>The Panthers and Redbirds are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Redbirds will host the game at CEFCU Arena in Normal, IL. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Illinois State is favored by -1 vs. Northern Iowa in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS VS ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds -1</p><p>This game will be played at CEFCU Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Redbirds.</li><li>Not only will Illinois State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Northern Iowa Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Northern Iowa Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Panthers dropped to 8-7 on the season after a 71-68 home loss to Murray State on Wednesday. Northern Iowa, who were -5.5 favorites going into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-27 at halftime, the Panthers put up 41 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38, falling just short of a comeback. The game’s total points of 139 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 51.9% from the field. They connected on 59% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 13 threes for 30.8%.</p> <p>The Panthers were efficient from the free-throw line, making 10 of 12 attempts (83.3%). Trey Campbell led the way with 17 points, while Tytan Anderson added 15 points and 4 assists. Terence Harcum and Ben Schwieger both shot 62.5%, with Harcum hitting 2 threes at 50% efficiency.</p><p>Despite Northern Iowa's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 71 points. The Panthers allowed a 51% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 27 of 52 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Northern Iowa gave up 23 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 59% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent shot 4 of 13, good for 30%. The Panthers also sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws, an 83% clip.</p><h3>Will the Illinois State Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Illinois State’s season record fell to 9-6 after a 69-51 road loss to Evansville on Wednesday. The Redbirds, who were favored by 5.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 120 fell short of the 131.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Illinois State trailed 34-30 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 21 points while allowing 35.</p><p>Illinois State struggled offensively in their last game, managing just 51 points on 34.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, as they hit 9 of 31 attempts from beyond the arc, shooting 29% from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Redbirds connected on just 6 of 12 attempts. Tayshawn Comer led the team with 19 points and 5 assists, while Cam Haffner, Tanner Cuff, and Malachi Poindexter each added 14 points, with Poindexter and Cuff shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Illinois State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 69 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Redbirds allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, going 18/28 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Illinois State's defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 8 made threes on 24 attempts. The Redbirds also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws.</p>

Northern Iowa Panthers vs Illinois State Redbirds NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Betting on today's Dons and Broncos game? Catch the action at Leavey Center in Santa Clara, CA, as the Broncos hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This West Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Santa Clara is favored to win by -3 at home vs. San Francisco.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS SANTA CLARA BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Santa Clara Broncos -3</p><p>This game will be played at Leavey Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SANTA CLARA BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Santa Clara pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will San Francisco Shock Everyone at Leavey Center?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 13-4 on the season with an 81-72 home win over Portland on January 9th. San Francisco entered the game as -20 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 37-31 at halftime and scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game were 153, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>San Francisco put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 58.1%. They connected on 56.4% of their two-point attempts and hit 39.1% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they were 10-for-12, good for 83.3%.</p> <p>Max Mackinnon led the way with 28 points on 11-of-15 shooting, including 2-of-4 from three. Malik Thomas and Austin Rapp each added 19 points, with Rapp struggling from deep, hitting just 2-of-10. Marcus Williams contributed 17 points, shooting 66.7% overall.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Dons allowed 31 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, their opponents shot 56%, hitting 22 of 39 two-point attempts. From three-point range, they connected on 9 of 23 shots, good for 39%. The Dons also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws, an 83% clip.</p><h3>Can Santa Clara Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara improved to 11-6 on the season with a narrow 82-81 win over Oregon State on Thursday. The Broncos were -6.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 163 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After a 32-32 tie at halftime, Santa Clara scored and allowed 39 points in the second half, edging out the Beavers for the win.</p><p>Santa Clara put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 29.2% on 7 of 24 attempts. Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they connected on only 48.1% from the line, going 13 of 27.</p> <p>Parsa Fallah led the way with 24 points, shooting 68.8% from the field, while Elijah Mahi added 21 points and 5 assists, hitting 66.7% of his shots. Adama-Alpha Bal contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 of 8 from three-point range. Damarco Minor chipped in 11 points and 7 assists, and Michael Rataj grabbed a team-high 10 rebounds.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 49% from the field. The Broncos had a tough time defending inside, with their opponents hitting 61% of their two-point attempts (24/39).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Santa Clara held their opponents to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 13. Santa Clara also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Santa Clara Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Hornets Nest in Sacramento, CA. Idaho is favored by -2.5 in this Big Sky conference contest against Sacramento State. The game's over/under currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Hornets Nest at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Sacramento State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</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>Can the Idaho Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season record dropped to 4-9 after a narrow 73-71 loss to Montana on Saturday. The Vandals were +2 point underdogs going into the game, and the result was a push against the spread. The teams combined for 144 points, falling short of the 151.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Idaho led 32-29 at halftime but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively in the second half of games to improve their record moving forward.</p><p>Idaho put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.2% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 9 of 10 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Malik Moore and Money Williams each contributed 18 points, with Moore hitting 3 of 5 threes. Kristian Gonzalez led the team with 19 points, while Jack Payne also added 18, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, Idaho allowed 51% shooting, with 19 of 37 two-point shots made.</p> <p>From three-point range, opponents hit 8 of 27 attempts, good for 29%. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 9, shooting 90%. Idaho gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Hornets Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>On Saturday, January 4th, Sacramento State improved to 2-9 on the season with a 56-53 home win over Portland State. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Hornets not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 31-25 at halftime, Sacramento State clamped down defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31 of their own. The game’s total points of 109 fell well short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Sacramento State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 56 points while shooting 37.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 24 attempts for a 20.8% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hornets shot 59.1%, and they grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Isaiah Johnson led the team with 13 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range. EJ Neal added 12 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting just 22.2% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, Sacramento State held their opponent to just 53 points, allowing them to shoot 37% from the field. The Hornets gave up 14 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacramento State's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 59%.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Sacramento State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Oilers and Stars are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stars will host the game at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Stars are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Oilers.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, October 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Stars to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Stars on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Oilers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Oilers?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Predators, the Oilers improved to 2-3-0 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Oilers trailed 1-0 before Brett Kulak tied it up at 17:39 in the first period. Edmonton went on to score three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter from Kulak to seal the win.</p><p>In their 4-2 win over Nashville, Edmonton fired 36 shots on goal, with Brett Kulak scoring twice, including an empty-netter. Kulak's first goal came in the opening period, while Connor McDavid added his first goal of the season during the second period.</p> <p>Jeff Skinner netted his second goal of the year, as the Oilers scored once in the first, twice in the second, and added their final goal in the third. Edmonton had 18 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers gave up the first two goals of the game, but they held the Predators scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Calvin Pickard made 25 saves with a 92.6% save percentage, and the defense contributed 9 hits and 1 takeaway.</p><h3>Can the Stars Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Stars suffered their first loss of the season, falling to 4-1-0 after a 3-2 defeat to the Capitals. Dallas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Dallas led 1-0 after the first period, but the Capitals responded with three goals in the second. The Stars tied it at 2-2 before Washington scored the game-winner with 2:41 left in the second period.</p><p>Colin Blackwell opened the scoring for the Stars with his first goal of the season, a shorthanded effort 7:41 into the first period. Jason Robertson added his second goal of the year, tying the game 2-2 at 6:51 in the second period.</p> <p>The Stars fired 24 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the third period. Dallas recorded 17 giveaways and failed to convert on the power play.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars will look to bounce back after giving up three goals to Washington, including two in the second period and one at the 2:41 mark of the third. Casey DeSmith made 23 saves with a save percentage of 88.5%. Dallas's defense also recorded 3 takeaways, 10 hits, and 12 blocks.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 10/19/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blue Jackets and Blues. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blues at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Blues being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS ST. LOUIS BLUES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Blues -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Enterprise Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ST. LOUIS BLUES:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Blues will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Blues on the moneyline</li><li>The Blues should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Blue Jackets Ready for a Win at St. Louis?</h3><p>Columbus dropped to 19-17-6 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled early, allowing five goals in the first period.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 9 goals easily went over. Columbus, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but managed just two scores in their 7-2 loss to the Capitals. Damon Severson netted his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the year, and Zach Aston-Reese recorded his 2nd.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, Severson got the Blue Jackets on the board 49 seconds into the second. Labanc followed with a goal at the 5:24 mark in the same period. Columbus also tallied 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Columbus struggled, allowing the first five goals of the game. The Blue Jackets gave up the first goal just 56 seconds into the first period, followed by another at 18:18. They conceded three more in the first, one in the second, and one in the third. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Will the Blues Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues improved to 20-19-4. St. Louis covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total line of 6 goals was a push.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues scored four unanswered goals. Three different players contributed to the scoring, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals.</p><p>St. Louis took 24 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Toronto. Colton Parayko scored twice, bringing his season total to 3 goals. He also added his 5th assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s 4th goal of the season, which came on an empty net with 39 seconds left in the game. Jordan Kyrou netted his 3rd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Blues were held scoreless in the first period but found the net three times in the second. Ryan Suter picked up two assists, giving him 3 for the season. St. Louis finished the game with 14 giveaways.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Blues will look to build on their last performance, where they allowed just 2 goals to the Maple Leafs. Jordan Binnington had a strong showing, making 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage. The defense also contributed 3 takeaways and 17 hits. The Blues will aim to continue their solid defensive play against the Jets.</p>

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-168) will travel to take on the Portland Trail Blazers (+142) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are currently favored by 4 points and have won two straight games. On the other side, the Trail Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference with a record of 13-24.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Moda Center in Portland and can be seen on KATU. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 219.5 points.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +4</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-118 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>Miami improved to 19-17 on the season with a 97-92 win over the Jazz on Thursday. The Heat were -5.5 favorites heading into the game, but while they got the win, they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 189 fell well short of the 221-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a slow start, Miami turned things around by outscoring Utah 26-14 in the 2nd quarter. The Jazz responded in the 3rd, taking a 70-68 lead into the 4th. Miami closed out the game strong, outscoring Utah 29-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Jazz, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 39.6% from the field and 28% from three-point range. Despite the struggles, they hit 14 threes, with Tyler Herro knocking down 4 at a 44.4% clip.</p> <p>Herro led Miami with 23 points, including 8 in the 4th quarter, while Jaime Jaquez added 20 points, hitting 3 threes at 60%. Bam Adebayo contributed 15 points, scoring 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Heat's defense shined in their 97-92 win over the Jazz, especially in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 14 points. Miami gave up 27 points in the 1st and 29 in the 3rd but tightened up in the 4th, holding Utah to 22 points to secure the victory.</p> <p>Overall, the Heat held the Jazz to 39% shooting, including just 30% from beyond the arc, where Utah made 11 threes. The Jazz also went 15/17 from the free-throw line. Defensively, Miami recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks while allowing 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Portland Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Portland’s season record fell to 13-24 after a 117-111 road loss to the Mavericks on Thursday. The Blazers entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread, losing by six. The total points for the game exceeded the O/U line of 220.5, with a combined score of 228.</p> <p>Portland led 89-81 going into the 4th quarter, but the Mavericks turned the game around with a 16-0 run, taking the score from 109-101 to 117-109. The Blazers were outscored 36-22 in the final period.</p><p>In Thursday's loss to the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers shot 41.9% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 44.4% clip. Shaedon Sharpe and Anfernee Simons led the way with 22 points each, with Simons hitting 4 threes and Sharpe making 3 at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Scoot Henderson added 20 points, hitting 50% from deep, while Toumani Camara and Donovan Clingan each contributed 11 points. Simons had 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, and added 6 more in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers started strong, allowing just 20 points in the 1st quarter, but they struggled in the 2nd and 4th, giving up 33 and 36 points, respectively, leading to a 117-111 loss to the Mavericks. Portland held Dallas to 10 made threes on 33% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Portland sent Dallas to the line 30 times, with the Mavericks converting 27 free throws. The Trail Blazers recorded 29 defensive rebounds but allowed 16 offensive boards. They also added 6 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Ramblers versus the Hawks? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Saint Joseph's is favored by -5.5 vs. Loyola Chicago in a Atlantic 10 conference matchup.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Joseph's Hawks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hagan Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Saint Joseph's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Loyola Chicago Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Loyola Chicago Ramblers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Ramblers improved to 9-5 on the season with a 79-68 win over La Salle on Wednesday. Loyola Chicago, favored by 2 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-32 at halftime, the Ramblers scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 147 fell just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 42.9% of their three-pointers, hitting 9 of 21 attempts, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 18 of 23 for 78.3%.</p> <p>Corey McKeithan led the way with 24 points, shooting 5 of 10 from beyond the arc. Jayden Dawson and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each added 20 points, with Dawson hitting 60% of his threes and Edwards connecting at a 57.1% rate. The Ramblers finished with 10 assists and 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, Loyola Chicago held their opponent to 40% shooting from the field, with 27 made baskets on 66 attempts. The Ramblers allowed 19 two-point field goals on 40 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Chicago's defense limited their opponent to 8 made threes on 26 attempts, a 30% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 6 shots, shooting 75%.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Joseph’s dropped to 10-6 on the season after an 85-81 road loss to Duquesne on Wednesday. The Hawks were -2.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-30 at halftime, Saint Joseph’s put up 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game reached 166, well over the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They connected on 40.9% of their threes, going 9-for-22, and hit 51.4% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they made 16 of 25 attempts, shooting 64%.</p> <p>Tre Dinkins III led the Hawks with 26 points, hitting 4 threes, while Rasheer Fleming added 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 3-for-6 from deep. Xzayvier Brown contributed 17 points and 10 assists, and David Dixon also scored 17, shooting 63.6% from the field and 2-for-3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Saint Joseph's defense gave up 85 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 31 of 71 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 50% shooting, as the other team went 20 for 40 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Hawks allowed 11 made threes on 31 attempts, a 35% shooting performance. The opposing team also hit 12 of 14 free throws, shooting 85% from the line, and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Saint Joseph's Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Betting on today's Sooners and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN2. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Georgia is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Oklahoma.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA SOONERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia winning straight-up, we like Oklahoma at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Oklahoma Have A Chance at Stegeman Coliseum?</h3><p>Oklahoma's season record dropped to 13-2 after a narrow 80-78 loss to Texas A&M on Wednesday. The Sooners, who were -2.5 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 158, surpassing the over/under line of 147.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 39 themselves, leading to the loss.</p><p>Oklahoma's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 78 points with a field goal percentage of 54.3%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.6%, thanks in large part to their 58.3% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 24 attempts. They also connected on 82.4% of their free throws, going 14 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Brycen Goodine and Zhuric Phelps both scored 34 points, with Goodine hitting 9 of 11 threes at an 81.8% clip, while shooting 71.4% overall. Phelps made 6 of 10 from deep, shooting 44.0% overall. Oklahoma finished with 21 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals, with the opposing team hitting 11 of 22 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oklahoma's defense allowed 14 threes on 24 attempts, a 58% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 82%. Oklahoma gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Georgia improved to 13-2 on the season with an 82-69 win over Kentucky on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game came in just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Georgia took control early, leading 47-34 at halftime. In the second half, both teams scored 35 points, allowing Georgia to maintain their lead and secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, Georgia's offense put up 82 points, shooting 41.8% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc. They connected on 16 of 31 two-point attempts, good for 51.6%, and hit 29 of 38 free throws, shooting 76.3% from the line.</p> <p>Lamont Butler led the way with 20 points, shooting 57.1% overall. Asa Newell added 17 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 40% from three-point range. Blue Cain also contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 40% from the field.</p><p>Georgia's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team went 16 for 31 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia held their opponents to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws for 76%. Georgia allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Oklahoma Sooners vs Georgia Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Coyotes and Tommies. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on Summ, and it's hosted by the Tommies at Schoenecker Arena in Saint Paul, MN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 168 points, and St. Thomas (MN) is favored by -10 to win at home against South Dakota.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES VS ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota Coyotes +10</p><p>This game will be played at Schoenecker Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-69 in favor of the Coyotes.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 168 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Dakota Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>South Dakota evened their record at 7-7 with a 91-84 win over Denver on Saturday. The Coyotes were -9.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 43-37 at halftime, South Dakota scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47. The game’s total points of 175 exceeded the over/under line of 164.5.</p><p>South Dakota put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. Their two-point shooting was strong at 57.9%, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 18 attempts for 27.8%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Coyotes made 32 of 51 attempts, shooting 62.7%. They grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists. Chase Forte led the way with 22 points and 7 rebounds, while Isaac Bruns added 21 points.</p><p>South Dakota's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 48% from the field. The Coyotes allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 22 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Dakota held their opponent to 27% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 18 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 51 times, where they converted 32 free throws, shooting 62%. The Coyotes also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tommies Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) improved to 10-5 on the season with a narrow 73-72 win over South Dakota State on Wednesday. The Tommies were favored by 2.5 points but didn't cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-36 at halftime, St. Thomas tightened up defensively, allowing just 32 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 to secure the win.</p><p>St. Thomas put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 39.4% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 33 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.1%, and they shot 50% on two-point attempts, going 12 for 24.</p> <p>Oscar Cluff was a force on the boards, grabbing 19 rebounds and adding 13 points on 5 of 7 shooting, along with 7 assists. Kalen Garry led the team with 19 points, hitting 3 threes, while Nolan Minessale contributed 17 points, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. Defensively, the Tommies allowed 12 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, St. Thomas (MN) allowed 13 threes on 33 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 39% from three-point range. The Tommies also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 10 of those attempts, shooting 62%. St. Thomas (MN) limited the damage on the boards, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Dakota Coyotes vs St. Thomas (MN) Tommies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The Pirates and Friars are set to face off at 5:00 ET on CBSS. The Friars will host the game at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, RI. The over/under for this Big East conference contest is set at 126.5 points, with Providence being favored by -8 at home against Seton Hall.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS PROVIDENCE FRIARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +8</p><p>This game will be played at Amica Mutual Pavilion at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Friars.</li><li>Even though we have Providence winning straight-up, we like Seton Hall at +8.</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>Will the Pirates Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Seton Hall improved to 6-9 on the season with an 85-80 win over DePaul on Wednesday. The Pirates, who were -2.5 point favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 165, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>After trailing 41-26 at halftime, Seton Hall turned things around by scoring 42 points in the second half while holding DePaul to 27 points.</p><p>Seton Hall put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.8%. They hit 50% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-22, and were 54.5% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Isaiah Coleman and Dylan Addae-Wusu each scored 24 points, with Addae-Wusu adding 7 assists. CJ Gunn also hit 5 threes, finishing with 21 points, while Troy D'Amico was 4-for-5 from deep, scoring 18 points on 83.3% shooting overall.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled, giving up 80 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 54% conversion rate.</p> <p>The Pirates also had trouble defending the perimeter, as their opponent hit 11 of 22 three-pointers, shooting 50% from beyond the arc. Seton Hall sent them to the line 22 times, where they made 16 free throws, a 72% success rate.</p><h3>Does Providence Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Providence Friars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Providence moved to 8-8 on the season with an 84-65 win over Butler on Wednesday. The Friars were -3 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Providence led 37-29 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Butler 47-36. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Providence put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 48.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.7%. They connected on 41.7% of their threes, hitting 10 of 24 attempts, and went 24 for 46 on two-point shots, good for 52.2%.</p> <p>Jayden Pierre and Bensley Joseph each scored 18 points, with Joseph hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Wesley Cardet Jr. also knocked down 3 threes, shooting 60% from beyond the arc and finishing with 17 points. Providence grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists in the win.</p><p>Despite Providence giving up 65 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field on 34/70 shooting. The Friars had trouble containing two-point shots, with the other team hitting 52% of their attempts, going 24/46 inside the arc.</p> <p>Providence also faced challenges on the perimeter, where they allowed 10 three-pointers on 24 attempts, a 41% success rate. The opposing team went to the line 9 times, making 6 free throws for a 66% mark. Providence also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Seton Hall Pirates vs Providence Friars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Timberwolves (-126) will host the Clippers (-1.5) in a Western Conference showdown. Minnesota is currently 1st in the West, while Los Angeles is 4th.</p>

<p>BSN will have TV coverage from the Target Center in Minneapolis. The over/under line is set at 222.5.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-118 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with Kawhi Leonard points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Minneapolis Possible for the Clippers?</h3><p>Today, the Clippers are favored by 1.5 points against the Timberwolves. This season, the Clippers have been favored in 31 of their 38 games and have a record of 25-6 as the favorite. Their ATS record as the favorite is 19-12.</p>

<p>On the road, the Clippers are 9-9 straight up and 9-9 ATS. In their games away from home, they have an average scoring differential of +2.8 points per game.</p>

<p>Los Angeles' O/U record for the season is 17-21, and the over has hit in each of their last three games. This year, their games have averaged a combined 229.6 points per game.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Clippers defeated the Grizzlies by a score of 128-119. The O/U line for that game was 225 points, and the Clippers were favored by 8.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>With a record of 25-13, the Clippers are currently in 4th place in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 19-10 compared to 6-3 in non-conference games.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Clippers are 8th in the NBA in scoring at 117.7 points per game. Interestingly, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 117.8 points compared to 117.6 at home.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Clippers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 55.3% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 26th in the league at 97.3 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Clippers are 5th in field goal percentage at 49%. They have been particularly efficient from three-point range, leading the NBA with a 39% success rate. Overall, they are 4th in true shooting percentage.</p><p>The Clippers' defense is presently ranked 11th in the league, allowing an average of 111.9 points per contest. Opponents are hitting 53.1% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 35.5% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Do the Timberwolves Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>In their last three games, the Timberwolves have covered the spread and have an ATS record of 19-18 for the season. Today, they are 1.5-point underdogs and have gone 3-0 ATS on the road and 2-0 ATS at home.</p>

<p>Minnesota's O/U record for the season is 20-18, and their games have averaged 220.6 points compared to today's line of 222.5. In their last three games, the Timberwolves have gone under the O/U line.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves extended their lead in the Western Conference with a 116-93 win over the Trail Blazers. In the West, they are now 27-11, which is the best record in the conference.</p>

<p>Minnesota's O/U record for the season is 20-18, and their games have averaged 220.6 points compared to today's line of 222.5. In their last three games, the Timberwolves have gone under the O/U line.</p>

<p>So far this season, Minnesota has been the underdog in 9 of their 38 games. As the underdog, they have a scoring margin of -3.6 points per game. On average, they have been outscored by their opponents by 3.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Timberwolves have covered in three straight games on the road and have a road ATS record of 10-10. At home, they are 9-8 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, the Timberwolves are averaging 113.2 points per game, which is 20th in the NBA. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 6th at 48%. Minnesota is also 6th in three-point shooting at 38%.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Timberwolves are 24th in the league at 98 possessions per game. At home, they are averaging 112.8 points per game compared to 113.6 on the road.</p>

<p>In terms of free-throw shooting, the Timberwolves are 10th in both attempts and makes. They are also 16th in assists at 26.1 per game.</p><p>So far, the Timberwolves defense is giving up 107.4 points per contest, which has them sitting 1st in the NBA. One thing to note, is they have given up more points than their season average in three straight matchups. Minnesota's defense is currently forcing 14.4 turnovers per game, which is 27th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 7th in blocked shots, with an average of 6 rejections per game.</p>

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