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<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Aggies face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Aggies are hosting the game at Pan American Center in Las Cruces, NM. Louisiana Tech is favored by -2.5 in this Conference USA conference contest against New Mexico State. The game's over/under currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS VS NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico State Aggies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pan American Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Louisiana Tech Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Louisiana Tech dropped to 8-3 on the season after a 70-60 road loss to UTEP on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, the Bulldogs not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-27 at halftime, Louisiana Tech scored 33 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34, unable to close the gap. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Louisiana Tech's offense struggled, scoring just 60 points with a field goal percentage of 40% (20/50). They hit 29% from three-point range, making 9 of 31 attempts, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 48%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 11 of 13 shots, good for 84.6%.</p> <p>Otis Frazier III led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 50% overall but just 22.2% from deep (2/9). Kaden Cooper added 14 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range (44.4%), while Sean Newman Jr. contributed 7 assists.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs limited their opponent to just 6 made threes on 29 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. At the free-throw line, their opponent went 14/17, hitting 82% of their foul shots. Louisiana Tech also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Aggies Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>New Mexico State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Aggies improved to 5-6 on the season with a 75-71 win over Sam Houston on Thursday. New Mexico State, who were +1 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>New Mexico State led 38-30 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 146 fell just under the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Mexico State put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28% of their threes (7/25), but were solid inside, connecting on 51.5% of their two-point attempts (17/33). At the free-throw line, the Aggies were efficient, making 20 of 24 attempts for 83.3%.</p> <p>Christian Cook led the way with 25 points, shooting 8/19 overall and 2/7 from three. Peter Filipovity added 20 points and 7 rebounds, while Kalifa Sakho was a force inside, scoring 16 points on 7/9 shooting and grabbing 13 boards. Marcus Boykin contributed 6 assists to go along with his 14 points.</p><p>New Mexico State's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 24 of 58 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 17 of 33 attempts, good for 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, New Mexico State held their opponent to 28%, with just 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The Aggies also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 83%. New Mexico State allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Bruins and Maple Leafs game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, as the Maple Leafs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Atlantic division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Maple Leafs being favored by -1.5 at home against the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Maple Leafs picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Bruins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved to 20-16-4 this season. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total set at 6 goals, falling well short of the line.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding a power-play goal at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, limiting them to 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Boston’s offense got on the board early, scoring two goals in the first period. Justin Brazeau netted his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd, which came on a power play.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their previous game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks. The Bruins also didn't allow a single goal after taking a 2-0 lead in the first period.</p><h3>Will Toronto Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Toronto’s latest game ended in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, moving their record to 24-13-2. The Maple Leafs were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that number.</p>

<p>After the Wild scored first, Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first period. William Nylander found the net for the Maple Leafs, but Minnesota scored the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, which came on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th.</p> <p>The Maple Leafs fired 28 shots on goal but were hindered by 10 giveaways. After Nylander’s goal, they were unable to score in the second and third periods, as well as in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime. Anthony Stolarz recorded 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Miami Heat (-345) will host the Utah Jazz (+273) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are currently favored by 8.5 points and the over/under line is set at 223.5. Miami is 6th in the East with a record of 17-15, while Utah is 14th in the West at 7-25.</p>

<p>This game will tip off at 8:00 ET and can be seen on KJZZ. The Jazz have lost five straight games and will be playing in Miami's Kaseya Center.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-112 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Utah Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-25 on the season after a 119-103 loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Utah entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 222 points fell short of the 228-point line.</p> <p>Utah led 25-24 after the 1st quarter, but the Knicks took control by outscoring them 32-21 in the 2nd. The Jazz narrowed the gap by winning the 3rd quarter 33-31, but they couldn’t complete the comeback, as New York pulled away in the 4th, outscoring Utah 32-24.</p><p>In their 119-103 loss to the Knicks, the Jazz shot just 40.6% from the field and 30.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes. Collin Sexton led the way, shooting 76.9% and knocking down 4 threes at an 80% clip, finishing with 25 points and 5 assists.</p> <p>Jordan Clarkson also contributed 25 points, with 12 coming in the 3rd quarter. Lauri Markkanen struggled, shooting 27.3% and adding 16 points, while Keyonte George chipped in 15, with 8 of those coming in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz struggled against the Knicks, giving up 119 points on 55% shooting. They allowed 32 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, contributing to the loss.</p> <p>Utah did well in limiting New York's three-point shooting, allowing just 9 made threes. The Jazz also sent the Knicks to the line 23 times, where they hit 16 free throws.</p><h3>Can Miami Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Heat fell to 17-15 on the season after a 128-115 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Miami, who were -2 point favorites, lost by 13 at home. The total score of 243 points went over the pre-game line of 225.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Indiana took control early with a 12-0 run, breaking a 2-2 tie and jumping out to a 14-2 lead. The Pacers continued to dominate, outscoring Miami 38-25 in the 1st quarter and 28-25 in the 2nd. They extended their lead to 107-83 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Miami outscored Indiana 32-21 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In Thursday's loss to the Pacers, the Heat shot 57.3% from the field and 42.3% from three, hitting 11 threes overall. Kel'el Ware led the way with 25 points, shooting 81.8% and hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p> <p>Ware scored 18 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Bam Adebayo added 8 of his 20 points in the 3rd. Tyler Herro contributed 17 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 38 and 41 points, respectively, in their 128-115 loss to the Pacers. They did manage to tighten up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome their earlier defensive lapses.</p> <p>Miami allowed Indiana to shoot 53% from the field, including 42% from beyond the arc, where the Pacers hit 17 threes. The Heat sent Indiana to the line 16 times, with the Pacers converting 9 free throws. Miami finished with 34 defensive rebounds but allowed 13 offensive boards, while also recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Bonnies and Panthers game? Catch the action at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPNU. St. Bonaventure is favored by -1.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 137.5 points.</p><h3>ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at 9:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-71 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Bonnies?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies fell 72-67 to Utah State on Thursday. Despite being +6.5 point underdogs, St. Bonaventure covered the spread in the home loss.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-25 at halftime, the Bonnies allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell under the O/U line of 148.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, and they hit 50% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Bonnies connected on 60% of their shots, going 9-for-15.</p> <p>The Bonnies grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out just 9 assists. Noel Brown, Dasonte Bowen, and Mason Falslev each scored 15 points, with Brown shooting 85.7% from the field. Falslev also contributed 12 rebounds, while Bowen added 4 assists.</p><p>St. Bonaventure gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field, connecting on 26 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bonnies allowed 20 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Bonaventure held their opponent to 6 made threes on 21 attempts, a 28% success rate. The Bonnies also sent the other team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9, shooting 60%. St. Bonaventure allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Northern Iowa Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>On Thursday, November 28th, Northern Iowa fell to North Texas at home, losing 68-48. The Panthers entered the game as +3 underdogs but were unable to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-21 at halftime, Northern Iowa managed 27 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34. The game’s total points of 116 fell short of the O/U line of 126.</p><p>Northern Iowa struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 48 points with a field goal percentage of 40.8%. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.9%, and they hit only 5 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 23.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Atin Wright led the Panthers with 18 points, connecting on 3 of 8 from deep. Jasper Floyd was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots, including his only three-point attempt. Northern Iowa managed just 2 offensive rebounds and 11 assists in the game.</p><p>Northern Iowa's defense held their opponent to 68 points, allowing them to shoot 40% from the field on 20 of 49 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent connected on 15 of 28 shots, good for 53%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northern Iowa limited their opponent to 5 of 21 shooting, just 23%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 6 times, where they made 3, shooting 50%. Northern Iowa gave up just 2 offensive rebounds.</p>

St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

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<p>Planning on watching today's Gamecocks and Owls game? Catch the action at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Kennesaw State is favored by -1.5 vs. Jacksonville State in a Conference USA conference matchup.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Jacksonville State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Jacksonville State Gamecocks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville State evened their record at 5-5 with a 91-80 road win over Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, December 21st. Entering the game as slight -1 favorites, the Gamecocks covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, Jacksonville State exploded for 58 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 47. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the over/under line of 145.5.</p><p>Jacksonville State put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 50% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.4%, and they connected on 77.3% of their free throws, going 17 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Devontae Blanton led the way with 36 points, shooting 50% overall, while Jaron Pierre Jr. added 22 points on 53.3% shooting. The Gamecocks grabbed 20 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists in the win.</p><p>Jacksonville State's defense gave up 80 points, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field, hitting 28 of their 71 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 21 of 41 shots, good for 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Gamecocks held their opponents to 7 made threes on 30 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 89%. Jacksonville State allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Owls Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Kennesaw State fell to 5-5 on the season after an 89-65 road loss to San Jose State on Saturday, December 21st. The Owls entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 45-33 at halftime, Kennesaw State was outscored 44-32 in the second half. The total points for the game were 154, going over the pre-game line of 152.5.</p><p>Kennesaw State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 31.3% from the field and 21.9% from three-point range, finishing with 65 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.8%, and they hit 16 of 26 free throws (61.5%).</p> <p>Josh Uduje and Simeon Cottle each scored 22 points, with Uduje shooting 9/12 from the field. Latrell Davis added 20 points, hitting 3 of 6 threes, while Sadaidriene Hall contributed 17 points and 14 rebounds, making all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive struggles, allowing 89 points on 52% shooting, they did manage to limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 4 in the game. The Owls allowed 33 field goals, including 9 three-pointers on 26 attempts (34%).</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kennesaw State's defense gave up 24 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 64% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 14 free throws (63%).</p>

Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Kennesaw State Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls and Orange square off at FAU Stadium in a week 1 NCAAF matchup. TV coverage belongs to ESPN with the game being played on Thursday, December 21st. In this non-conference clash, Syracuse comes in as 3.5 point road favorites against the Bulls. Check out my recommendations and betting analysis by continuing to read.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at FAU Stadium at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 34-29 in favor of Syracuse.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 61 points, and we like the over with a projected 63 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Florida Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 6-6 record, the South Florida Bulls take on Syracuse. Their road record so far is (2-4) and at home (3-2).</p><p>So far, South Florida has been favored four times and the underdog in seven games. This has led to an ATS record of 6-5 and an average scoring differential of -4.1.</p><p>After 12 games, the average over/under line in South Florida's matches stands at 62.9 points. The collective score in their games has averaged 65.8 points, resulting in an OU record of 7-4.</p><p>On offense, South Florida comes into the game averaging 30.8, which is 44th in the NCAA. On average, they are averaging 270.7 passing yards (34th) compared to 36th in rushing yards. For the season, they are averaging 533 rushing attempts per contest.</p><p>On defense, the Bulls defense has 21 sacks and are 1st in QB hurries. So far, teams are scoring 34.9 points per game against them (145th). In terms of pass defense, they're ranked 183rd in the NCAA, allowing 301.2 passing yards per game. Moreover, South Florida's run defense is allowing 155 rushing yards per contest.</p><h3>Can Syracuse Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>So far, the Syracuse Orange are 6-6, including going 1-4 on the road and 4-2 at home.</p><p>Syracuse's average scoring differential for the season is +1.8 leading to an ATS mark of 4-7. The Orange have been favored three times and the underdog in seven games</p><p>Heading into this week's game, Syracuse's over/under record is 4-7. Their average margin against their over/under lines is currently -2.7 with their games averaging 49.2 points per game.</p><p>On the ground, the Orange are 22nd in college football at 483 attempts per game. This has led to an average of 185.4 (35th). So far, they have turned to the passing game 24.3 and have a per game average of 173.7. Overall, they are 66th in points (25.5 PPG).</p><p>This season, the Orange's defense has allowed 147.8 rushing yards per game, ranking 140th. Opponents average 234.6 passing yards, and opposing quarterbacks have put together a passer rating of 87.8 against Syracuse. They hold the 68th position in NCAA points allowed.</p>

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<p>California’s record dropped to 7-6 after an 86-74 loss to Pittsburgh on Wednesday. The Golden Bears were +14 underdogs going into the game but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Cal led 42-38 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 32 points while allowing 48. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 154.5.</p><p>California's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field (22/55) with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 6 of 21 from beyond the arc, shooting 28.6% from three, while connecting on 82.8% of their free throws (24/29). The Golden Bears also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p> <p>Jaland Lowe led the way with 27 points and 8 assists, shooting 9/23 overall and 1/5 from three. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 24 points, hitting 2/7 from deep, while Cameron Corhen was nearly perfect from the field, shooting 7/8 and grabbing 11 rebounds.</p><p>Despite California's defensive efforts, their opponent managed to score 86 points, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside the arc, hitting 52% of their two-point attempts, going 18/34.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, California allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 26 free throws, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Clemson?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 11-3 on the season with an 85-71 win over Stanford on Wednesday. The Tigers, playing at home, were -10.5 point favorites going into the game and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p> <p>After leading 43-41 at halftime, Clemson clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 42 themselves.</p><p>Clemson's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field and 42.1% from beyond the arc. They were also impressive at the free-throw line, hitting 87.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Oziyah Sellers was a standout, shooting 77.8% overall and 66.7% from three, finishing with 20 points. Chase Hunter led the team with 22 points, while Chauncey Wiggins added 17, hitting 4 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Clemson's defense giving up 71 points, they couldn't slow down the opposition's shooting, as they allowed a 48% field goal percentage. The Tigers gave up 20 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, with the other team hitting 51% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Clemson also struggled to contain the three-point line, where the other team knocked down 8 of 19 attempts, shooting 42% from deep. The Tigers sent the opposition to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 shots for an 87% success rate. Clemson also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

California Golden Bears vs Clemson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Lions face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions are hosting the game at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Gonzaga come into this West Coast conference matchup as the -15.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 153.5 points.</p><h3>GONZAGA BULLDOGS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Gonzaga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Gonzaga Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gonzaga improved to 11-4 on the season with an 81-50 win over Portland on Thursday. The Bulldogs were heavy favorites at -34.5, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 158.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Gonzaga took control early, leading 35-17 at halftime. They scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33 to the Pilots.</p><p>Gonzaga put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They connected on 45.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 24 from deep, while their two-point shooting was at 40.9%.</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 20 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Nolan Hickman contributed 13 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc, while Vincent Delano and Dusty Stromer each added 12 points.</p><p>Gonzaga's defense held their opponent to 50 points, even though they allowed a 42% shooting performance from the field. The Bulldogs gave up 29 made baskets on 68 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Gonzaga's defense limited their opponent to 40% shooting, with 18 made two-pointers on 44 attempts. From three-point range, their opponent shot 45%, hitting 11 of 24 attempts.</p><h3>Will the Lions Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Loyola Marymount Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions improved to 8-6 on the season with an 82-61 win over Oregon State on Thursday. Loyola Marymount, who were +3 underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 43-36 at halftime, the Lions clamped down defensively, allowing just 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Loyola Marymount's offense was clicking in their latest game, putting up 82 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59.3%, thanks in part to hitting 41.7% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 24 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 57.1%, going 20 for 35 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Lions also dished out 20 assists, with Will Johnston contributing 7 assists to go along with his 19 points. Jevon Porter led the way with 22 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from three-point range (4/7) and 53.3% overall. Michael Rataj matched Johnston's 19 points, adding 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, Loyola Marymount's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, with 30 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, the Lions gave up 20 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Marymount's defense allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting percentage. The Lions also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 12, shooting 63%. Loyola Marymount gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Colonials and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Athletics Center O'rena in Rochester, MI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 135.5 points, and Oakland is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Robert Morris.</p><h3>ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics Center O'rena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Colonials Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Robert Morris Colonials Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Robert Morris fell to 8-6 on the season after a 78-76 road loss to Detroit on Thursday. The Colonials, who entered the game as -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 31-21 at halftime, Robert Morris allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points reached 154, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p><p>Robert Morris put up 76 points in their last game, shooting just 36.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, largely due to their struggles from beyond the arc, where they hit only 4 of 23 attempts (17.4%). They were more effective from the free-throw line, connecting on 24 of 30 attempts (80%).</p> <p>Orlando Lovejoy led the way with 32 points, shooting 61.9% overall, while also grabbing 9 rebounds and dishing out 4 assists. The Colonials grabbed 18 offensive rebounds as a team, with Lovejoy's performance standing out in a game where Amarion Dickerson and Kam Woods each contributed 20 points.</p><p>Despite Robert Morris allowing 78 points, their defense managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 25% shooting on 3/12 from three-point range. However, the Colonials struggled to contain the inside game, giving up 28 two-point field goals on 55 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Robert Morris sent their opponent to the stripe 15 times, where they converted 13, shooting 86%. The Colonials also allowed 11 offensive rebounds, giving their opponent additional scoring opportunities.</p><h3>Will Oakland Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland improved to 4-10 on the season with a 65-49 win over Milwaukee on Thursday. The Golden Grizzlies, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Oakland led 33-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring Milwaukee 32-26. The total points for the game were 114, well under the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Oakland's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 17 threes for a 17.6% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.2%. Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 54.3% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Allen Mukeba led the team with 15 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Jamichael Stillwell and Jaylen Jones each added 14 points, with Stillwell hitting 2 of 3 threes. Oakland also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and shot 75% from the free-throw line, making 18 of 24 attempts.</p><p>Oakland's defense held their opponent to just 49 points, despite allowing them to shoot 54% from two-point range, where they hit 19 of 35 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oakland was more effective, limiting their opponent to just 3 made threes on 17 attempts, a 17% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Robert Morris Colonials vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Commodores and Tigers are set to face off at 4:30 ET on ESPN2. The Tigers will host the game at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Vanderbilt come into this Southeastern conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 156.5 points.</p><h3>VANDERBILT COMMODORES VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LSU Tigers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Maravich Assembly Center at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LSU TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will LSU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Vanderbilt Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Vanderbilt improved to 12-1 on the season with a dominant 100-56 win over New Orleans on Monday. The Commodores were heavy favorites at -35 and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Vanderbilt led 51-28 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 49 points while allowing just 28. The game’s total points of 156 fell just under the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Vanderbilt's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 100 points with a 47.4% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 41.2% of their threes, hitting 14 of 34 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 14 of 15 shots (93.3%).</p> <p>The Commodores' effective field goal percentage was an impressive 56.6%, and they dished out 22 assists. Tyler Nickel led the way with 19 points, hitting 5 of 10 threes, while Devin McGlockton was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, including 2 for 2 from deep, and grabbing 10 rebounds.</p><p>Vanderbilt's defense gave up 56 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field on 36 of 76 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 made shots on 42 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 14 of 34 shots, shooting 41%. Vanderbilt also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 14 for 93%. The Commodores gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Tigers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>LSU improved to 11-2 on the season with a dominant 110-45 win over Mississippi Valley State on Sunday. The Tigers, playing at home, were -40.5 favorites and covered the spread while the game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>LSU took control early, leading 55-13 at halftime, and matched that offensive output in the 2nd half with another 55 points. The Delta Devils managed to score 32 points after the break, but LSU’s defense remained strong throughout the game.</p><p>LSU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 110 points with a field goal percentage of 65.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 74.3%, thanks in large part to their 87.2% shooting on two-point attempts (34/39). From beyond the arc, they hit 12 of 31 threes, good for 38.7%.</p> <p>Cam Carter led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 of 9 threes. Vyctorius Miller added 20 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. The Tigers dished out 26 assists as a team, with 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite LSU's defensive struggles, their offense put up 45 points in their previous game. They shot 65% from the field, making 46 of 70 attempts. Inside the arc, they were highly efficient, hitting 87% of their two-point shots, going 34/39.</p> <p>From three-point range, LSU connected on 12 of 31 attempts, shooting 38%. They also got to the free-throw line 12 times, making 6 of those shots for 50%.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Demons and Ospreys game? Catch the action at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, FL, as the Ospreys hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 153 points, and the Ospreys are favored to win at home vs. the Demons.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS VS NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys -9</p><p>This game will be played at UNF Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-64 in favor of the Ospreys.</li><li>Not only will North Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Northwestern State Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>So far this season, Northwestern State has played in three games and has yet to win a game. In each of their three games, the Demons have been favored to win. In terms of ATS performance, Northwestern State enters today's game with a 0-3 record. Looking back to last season, Northwestern State has gone 2-7 against the spread in their last ten games.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through three games, Northwestern State has an over/under record of 3-0-0, with their games averaging 156 points per game on average. The Demons' last five games have finished with a combined 75 points per game and an over/under record of 4-0.</p><p>In their latest game, Northwestern State offense put up 65 points against Maine. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 41.4% and made 7 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Jamison Epps with 16 points. Cliff Davis also added 14 points for the Demons.</p><p>At present, the Demons' defense is nationally ranked 112nd, allowing 79.0 points per game. In their previous game vs. Maine, the Black Bears finished with a field goal percentage of 41% and a total of 78 points vs. Northwestern State.</p><h3>Can North Florida Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>After three games, North Florida has a record of 1-2. If they win today, North Florida will have a .500 record on the road again since they are currently 0-1. As of today's game, North Florida has a 1-2 record against the spread this season. Looking back at their previous ten games, including those from the previous season, North Florida has gone 6-3 ATS.</p><p>North Florida comes in with an over/under record of 2-0-1 through three games, with their games averaging a combined 155 points per game so far. The Ospreys have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 78 points per game and an over/under record of 3-1.</p><p>The North Florida offense is coming off a game in which they scored 69 points vs. Presbyterian. Overall their field goal percentage was 31.4% while connecting on 11 threes. Chaz Lanier is leading the team in scoring at 16.8 points per contest. Jake Van Der Heijden has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12 going into the game.</p><p>On the defensive side, North Florida is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 73.2 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 3.2 threes per game vs. Northwestern State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.3%.</p>

Northwestern State Demons vs North Florida Ospreys Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/23

<p>Betting on today's Bears and Keydets game? Catch the action at Cameron Hall in Lexington, VA, as the Keydets hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. Mercer is favored by -5.5 in this Southern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 155.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS VMI KEYDETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VMI Keydets +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cameron Hall at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VMI KEYDETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Keydets.</li><li>Not only will VMI pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Offense Score Enough in Lexington?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer moved to 6-6 on the season with a 99-94 win over Chattanooga on Wednesday. The Bears were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 42-37 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 48 points after the break. The combined points for the game reached 193, well over the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Mercer put up 99 points in their last game, with a balanced offensive effort that saw Tyler Johnson score 26 points on 66.7% shooting, including 4-of-7 from beyond the arc. Ahmad Robinson added 25 points and 10 assists, though he shot just 39.1% from the field. Frank Champion was efficient, hitting 9-of-15 shots for 24 points, while Bash Wieland contributed 19 points and 8 rebounds.</p> <p>Cam Bryant was nearly perfect from deep, knocking down 5-of-6 threes and finishing with 17 points. As a team, Mercer hit 15-of-30 from long range, shooting 50% from three and 44.6% overall. They also dished out 20 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, with Alex Holt pulling down a team-high 13 boards.</p><p>Despite Mercer holding their opponent to 40% shooting from two-point range, they couldn’t contain the three-point attack, allowing 15 threes on 50% shooting. Overall, Mercer gave up 94 points on 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Mercer sent their opponent to the line 27 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 66%. The Bears also allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does VMI Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>VMI dropped to 2-8 on the season after an 84-69 road loss to East Tennessee State on Wednesday. The Keydets entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>After a 38-38 tie at halftime, VMI struggled in the second half, scoring 31 points while allowing 46. The total points for the game reached 153, surpassing the O/U line of 147.</p><p>VMI put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 42.3% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 17 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they connected on 72% of their free throws, going 18 for 25 at the line.</p> <p>John Buggs III was the standout performer, scoring 33 points and hitting 10 of 16 threes at a 62.5% rate. Jaden Seymour also contributed with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 72.7% from the field.</p><p>VMI's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 59% of their two-point attempts, going 13/22 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, VMI's opponents shot 42%, knocking down 17 of 40 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7 free throws. VMI gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Mercer Bears vs VMI Keydets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 6:00 ET, the 13-19 Philadelphia 76ers will take on the 13-21 Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The 76ers are currently favored by 7.5 points and are on a two-game losing streak.</p>

<p>This Eastern Atlantic division matchup can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-114 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Philadelphia Shock Everyone at Barclays Center?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 13-19 on the season after a 139-105 road loss to the Warriors on Thursday. Philadelphia entered the game as +4 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 34 points. The total score of 244 points exceeded the O/U line of 219.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia fell behind early, trailing 35-19 after the 1st quarter. They played the Warriors evenly in the 2nd quarter, with both teams scoring 33 points. However, Golden State pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the 76ers 35-26, and continued to dominate in the 4th, winning the quarter 36-27.</p><p>In their loss to the Warriors, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting 42% from the field and hitting just 9 threes at a 29% clip. Joel Embiid led the way with 28 points and 14 rebounds, scoring 15 of his points in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Paul George added 19 points, making 3 threes at 50% efficiency, while Tyrese Maxey contributed 14 points, despite shooting just 30.8%. Ricky Council scored 9 of his 12 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The 76ers struggled defensively against the Warriors, giving up 139 points in the loss. Philadelphia allowed at least 33 points in every quarter, including 35 in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Golden State shot 60% from the field.</p> <p>The Warriors hit 22 threes at a 56% clip. Philadelphia sent Golden State to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. The 76ers recorded 27 defensive rebounds, 11 steals, and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Nets improved to 13-21 on the season with a 113-110 win over the Bucks on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 223 narrowly missed the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Brooklyn jumped out to a 30-23 lead after the 1st quarter and extended their lead to 66-54 at halftime. A 10-0 run helped them close the gap from 73-56 to 73-66. The Nets entered the 4th quarter with a 94-85 lead but were outscored 25-19 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Bucks, the Nets shot 43.2% from the field and hit 12 threes at a 30.8% rate. Cameron Johnson led the way with 26 points, knocking down 6 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Cam Thomas added 24 points, with 12 coming in the 1st quarter. D'Angelo Russell also scored all 11 of his points in the 2nd period.</p><p>The Nets gave up 110 points but still managed to win on Thursday, holding the Bucks to 23 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 4th. Brooklyn allowed 31 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Overall, the Nets held Milwaukee to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn did a great job defending the three, as the Bucks made just 11 threes on 29% shooting. The Nets also sent Milwaukee to the line 28 times, where they made 19 free throws. Defensively, the Nets grabbed 37 rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Knights and Red Raiders are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders will host the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 146.5 points, with Texas Tech being favored by -12.5 at home against UCF.</p><h3>UCF KNIGHTS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 2:00 ET on Tuesday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like UCF at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Knights Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>UCF improved to 9-2 on the season with an 86-66 win over Jacksonville on Saturday. The Knights, who were -13.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>UCF took control early, leading 47-29 at halftime. They scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>UCF's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points on 58.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.6%, thanks in part to hitting 10 of 17 from beyond the arc, shooting 58.8% from three.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Knights were nearly automatic, knocking down 22 of 25 attempts for 88%. Keyshawn Hall led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, while Jordan Ivy-Curry added 19 points, connecting on 5 of 9 threes.</p><p>UCF's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 66 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 58% from the field. That included 58% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 17 of 29 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, UCF allowed 10 made threes on 17 attempts, also at a 58% clip. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22 free throws for 88%. UCF did manage to limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Do the Red Raiders Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Texas Tech Red Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Tech improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 101-57 win over Lamar on Saturday. The Red Raiders were heavy favorites at -25 and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 158 exceeded the over/under line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Texas Tech took control early, leading 49-22 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 52 points and allowing 35.</p><p>Texas Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 101 points while shooting 55.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.6%, thanks in part to their 63.9% shooting on two-pointers and 44.8% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 88.9% of their free throws, hitting 16 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Darrion Williams led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range. Christian Anderson added 20 points, shooting 80% from the field, while Chance McMillian contributed 19 points, going 3 of 6 from deep. The Red Raiders also dished out 19 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Despite Texas Tech's defensive struggles, allowing 57 points, they gave up a 55% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 36 of 65 shots. Inside the arc, the Red Raiders allowed 23 baskets on 36 attempts, a 63% two-point shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas Tech's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who went 13 for 29, shooting 44%. The opposing team also capitalized on their trips to the free-throw line, making 16 of 18 free throws, an 88% success rate. Texas Tech also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Randal Grichuk and the Toronto Blue Jays will square off against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre. Mid-Atlantic Sports Network will be showing the action and the first pitch will be at 7:07 p.m. ET.
<h2>Baltimore Orioles vs. Toronto Blue Jays Odds</h2>
Oddsmakers have listed Toronto (-140) as the favorite over Baltimore (+130). Bettors can wager on the game's total with odds sitting at -120 for over 10 runs and +100 for under 10. This game currently has a runline of Orioles +1.5 (-170) and Blue Jays -1.5 (+150).

The Orioles have gone 51-105 SU this year and are 65-90 against the spread (ATS). They've lost 22.3 units for moneyline gamblers and 31.6 units ATS. Baltimore is 3-4 ATS over its last seven games and the total has gone over in four of those seven. The Blue Jays, on the other hand, are 63-93 SU and 78-77 ATS. They've lost 14.7 units for moneyline bettors and 4.3 units ATS. Toronto has covered the spread five times in its last seven games and the over has hit in four of those seven.

Toronto games have an over/under record of 71-75-9 in 2019. The Orioles have been a decent over bet with a total record of 79-64-12.

Chandler Shepherd will get the start for the visiting Orioles. The right-handed Shepherd is 0-0 with a 4.91 ERA and nine strikeouts. He's 0-0 with four strikeouts and a 6.75 ERA against Toronto this year.

The Blue Jays are putting the ball in the hands of righty Clay Buchholz (1-5, 6.48 ERA), who has 29 punchouts and 12 walks as well as a WHIP of 1.48. Buchholz is 0-0 with four strikeouts and a 17.18 ERA in one start against Baltimore this year.

Toronto’s pitchers have given up 5.1 runs per game overall this year as a unit. The club's starting pitching staff has an ERA of 5.28, a WHIP of 1.49 and a strikeouts-per-nine of 7.5. The bullpen has a 4.31 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 9.0 K/9. In 70 games against divisional opponents, Blue Jays starters have an ERA of 5.58 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.54.

The Toronto hitters are putting up 4.4 runs per contest, including 4.9 per game against divisional foes and 5.6 per game over their last five. The team's hit .263/.333/.469 over its last five games and is 3-2 SU during that span.

The Blue Jays' batters have been led by outfielder Randal Grichuk and third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.. Grichuk is slashing .235/.283/.459 with 30 home runs, 76 RBIs and 72 runs scored, and Guerrero Jr. is batting .276 with 15 homers, 68 RBIs and 51 runs.

In the other dugout, Baltimore’s pitchers have allowed 6.1 runs per game and its starters own a 5.61 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 7.03 K/9. The bullpen has an ERA of 5.89, along with a WHIP of 1.42.

Orioles hitters have slashed .246/.310/.412 on their way to 4.4 runs scored per game this year, including 4.1 runs per game against divisional foes and 5.4 per game over the team's last five contests (2-3 SU).

Baltimore’s offensive production has been sparked by second baseman Jonathan Villar and right fielder Trey Mancini, who collectively have belted 57 home runs. Villar is hitting .274/.341/.456 with 23 home runs, 69 RBIs, 106 runs and 38 stolen bases, while Mancini is hitting .286/.356/.532 with 34 homers, 93 RBIs and 101 runs scored.

The Orioles have lost 13.8 units and are 40-56 ATS when facing a righty starter this season. The over has hit in 48 of those games, compared to 40 that've gone under against right-handed starting pitchers. On the other hand, the Blue Jays have lost 15.1 units and are 53-50 ATS when facing a righty starter. The over's hit in 49 of those games, compared to 47 that went under the total.
<h3>Baltimore Orioles vs. Toronto Blue Jays MLB Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Blue Jays, ATS Winner – Orioles, O/U – OVER
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Betting Notes

The over has cashed in four of Toronto’s last seven games.

The Orioles have hit 14 home runs in their last 10 games. The Blue Jays have hit 15 over their last 10.

The Orioles have a total OPS of .722 this season and an OPS of .712 when facing right-handed pitchers. The Blue Jays' OPS sits at .732 overall and .728 versus righties.

Baltimore has recorded 23.6 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 contests and 22.6 over its last five.

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Baltimore Orioles vs. Toronto Blue Jays Free Pick 09/23/19

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Eagles and Roos. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on Summ, and it's hosted by the Roos at Swinney Recreation Center in Kansas City, MO. Get ready to place your bets! This Summit conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and Kansas City is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Oral Roberts.</p><h3>ORAL ROBERTS GOLDEN EAGLES VS KANSAS CITY ROOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oral Roberts Golden Eagles +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swinney Recreation Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ORAL ROBERTS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Roos.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas City winning straight-up, we like Oral Roberts at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Oral Roberts Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oral Roberts fell to 1-8 on the season after an 86-74 road loss to Oklahoma State on Sunday. Despite being +20.5 point underdogs, the Golden Eagles kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Oral Roberts trailed 38-31 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 48 points after the break. The game’s total points of 160 went over the pre-game line of 152.5.</p><p>Oral Roberts put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 42.9% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes on 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, and they connected on 77.8% of their free throws, making 14 of 18.</p> <p>Issac McBride led the way with 27 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 71.4% from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes. Abou Ousmane added 19 points and 7 rebounds, while Bryce Thompson contributed 14 points. Luke Gray chipped in 12 points in just 12 minutes of action.</p><p>Oral Roberts struggled defensively, giving up 86 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. The Golden Eagles had particular trouble inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oral Roberts held their opponent to just 21% shooting, with only 3 made threes. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 39 times, where they converted 31 free throws at a 79% rate.</p><h3>Can Kansas City Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Kansas City improved to 5-7 on the season with a 68-54 win over South Dakota on Thursday. The Roos, who were -5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After leading 31-26 at halftime, Kansas City outscored the Coyotes 37-28 in the second half. The game’s total points of 122 fell well short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Kansas City Roos put up 68 points, shooting 41.1% from the field. They connected on 30.4% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-23 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jamar Brown led the way with 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting 37.5% overall and 28.6% from three. Cameron Faas added 17 points, hitting 3-of-8 from deep.</p><p>Even with Kansas City giving up 17 offensive boards, their defense held strong, allowing just 54 points in this one. They limited their opponent to 41% shooting overall, including 30% from beyond the arc, where they went 7/23.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kansas City’s defense saw their opponent shoot 48%, converting 16 of 33 attempts. At the free-throw line, they sent them there 22 times, where they made 15, good for 68%.</p>

Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs Kansas City Roos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redhawks versus the Lancers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. This Western Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and California Baptist is favored to win by -4.5 at home vs. Seattle.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-71 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redhawks Make it Happen in Riverside?</h3><h3>Seattle Redhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seattle’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-9 after a 71-69 home loss to Nicholls on Monday. The Redhawks were -10 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Seattle trailed 35-32 at halftime but managed to outscore Nicholls 37-36 in the second half. However, it wasn’t enough to pull off the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Seattle Redhawks put up 69 points, shooting 42% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 17 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48%, and they connected on 74.1% of their free throws, going 20 of 27 from the line.</p> <p>Byron Ireland led the way with 19 points on 7 of 10 shooting, while Trae English added 13 points and 5 assists. Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe contributed 12 points and 9 rebounds, and Brayden Maldonado hit 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 21 of 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, also at a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Seattle's defense conceded 7 threes on 17 attempts, with opponents hitting 41%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20 for 74%. Seattle allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored California Baptist?</h3><p>California Baptist fell to 7-7 on the season after a 71-63 loss to UC Irvine on Monday, December 30th. The Lancers, who were +3.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this home game.</p> <p>Despite leading 29-25 at halftime, California Baptist allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The combined points of 134 fell short of the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>California Baptist put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They connected on 6 of 7 free throws, good for 85.7%, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, dishing out 14 assists as a team.</p> <p>Bent Leuchten led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Adam Moussa also contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Dominique Daniels Jr. added 19 points despite shooting just 28.6% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p><p>California Baptist gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 makes on 33 two-point shots, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lancers' defense saw the other team hit 9 of 27 attempts, good for 33%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 6, an 85% success rate. California Baptist allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>The Fighting Camels and Seahawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Seahawks will host the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. This Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and UNCW is favored to win by -11.5 at home vs. Campbell.</p><h3>CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Even though we have UNCW winning straight-up, we like Campbell at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Fighting Camels Chances on the Road</h3><p>Campbell improved to 4-8 on the season with a 57-54 win over Drexel on Thursday. The Fighting Camels were +3.5 underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Campbell trailed 31-27 at halftime but tightened up defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30. The game’s total points of 111 fell well short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Campbell Fighting Camels managed just 57 points, shooting 38.9% from the field and 30.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 44.4%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 8-for-12 from the line.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 19 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 44.4% overall and 40% from deep. Kobe MaGee added 15 points, while Jasin Sinani contributed 14 points, hitting 50% from beyond the arc. The Camels recorded only 5 offensive rebounds and 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Campbell's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 54 points on 38% shooting from the field. The Fighting Camels limited damage inside, with the other team shooting 45% on two-point attempts, going 14/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Campbell's defense was effective, as they allowed just 7 made threes on 23 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 8, shooting 66%. Campbell gave up 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Seahawks Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>UNCW fell to 8-4 on the season after a 65-61 loss to Towson on Thursday. The Seahawks, playing at home, were -5.5 favorites but couldn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Both teams scored 28 points in the 2nd half, mirroring the 1st half’s 29-29 score. UNCW will look to bounce back after this missed opportunity.</p><p>In their last game, UNCW's offense struggled, shooting just 33.9% from the field and 34.3% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, with an 8-for-24 performance from three-point range, hitting 33.3% from deep.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the Seahawks with 21 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall and 27.3% from three. Harlan Obioha contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, while Donovan Newby added 17 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 65 points, UNCW's defense held their opponent to just 33% shooting from the field, as they went 20/59 overall. Inside the arc, they limited them to 34% shooting, with only 12 made two-point shots on 35 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNCW's defense allowed 8 threes on 24 attempts, with their opponent shooting 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 13 for 65%. UNCW gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pirates and Phoenix. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on FloC, and it's hosted by the Phoenix at Schar Center in Elon, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Coastal Athletic Association conference game currently have Elon as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS ELON PHOENIX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Schar Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Phoenix.</li><li>Even though we have Elon winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Pirates Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Pirates dropped to 5-6 this season after a 94-67 road loss to Charleston on Thursday. Entering as +10.5 point underdogs, Hampton not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hampton trailed 42-35 at halftime but were outscored 52-32 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Hampton's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 34.9% on two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they hit 38.1% of their threes, going 8-for-21 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Pirates connected on 59.1% of their attempts, making 13 of 22 shots. They grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the game.</p><p>Hampton's defense struggled, giving up 94 points on 49% shooting. Their opponents hit 50% of their two-point shots, going 14/28.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 12 threes on 25 attempts, good for 48%. They also sent their opponents to the line 40 times, where they made 30 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Elon Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon improved to 8-4 on the season with a 75-67 win over North Carolina A&T on Thursday. The Phoenix were -6.5 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Elon led 45-34 at halftime but allowed the Aggies to outscore them 33-30 in the second half. The total points for the game came in under the O/U line of 152.5, with a combined 142 points.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 39% from the field and 28% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, and they hit 81.5% of their free throws, going 22-for-27 from the line.</p> <p>The Phoenix grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Landon Glasper led the way with 22 points, hitting 6-of-14 threes, while Nikolaos Chitikoudis contributed 12 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Elon Phoenix couldn’t hold off their opponent, allowing 67 points. They did manage to limit scoring by holding the other team to just 35% shooting from the field, including 31% from two-point range.</p> <p>Elon also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 10 attempts. However, they gave up 15 offensive rebounds, which may have contributed to the scoring.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Anteaters and Bruins game? Catch the action at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. UC Irvine is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference contest against Belmont. The game's over/under currently sits at 152.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Belmont Bruins +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BELMONT BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will Belmont pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Anteaters Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Anteaters dropped to 8-1 on the season after a 67-55 road loss to Oregon State on Saturday. UC Irvine entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the O/U line of 136.</p> 

<p>UC Irvine trailed 34-30 at halftime and struggled offensively in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 33. The Anteaters will look to bounce back after their first loss of the season.</p><p>UC Irvine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 37% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, with two-point shooting at 41.2% (14/34) and three-point shooting at 30% (6/20).</p> <p>They hit 75% of their free throws (9/12) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds. Damarco Minor led the way with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Michael Rataj added 13 points, and Parsa Fallah contributed 12 points, shooting 50% from the field.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 46% from the field on 24 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team went 18 for 35 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Irvine's defense held the opposition to 35% shooting, with 6 made threes on 17 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13, shooting 76%. UC Irvine allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Bruins Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Belmont improved to 8-2 on the season with a 93-86 win over Richmond on Saturday. The Bruins, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 40-34 at halftime, Belmont scored 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 52. The game’s total points of 179 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Belmont's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 93 points while shooting 57.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.2%, thanks in part to hitting 13 of 27 from beyond the arc, good for 48.1%.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the way with 28 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists, connecting on 5 of 9 from three-point range. Mike Walz and Brody Peebles were perfect from the field, each going 4 for 4, with Peebles hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Belmont's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 31 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Belmont's opponent shot 39%, connecting on 9 of 23 three-point attempts. The Bruins also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 23 free throws, a 79% clip. Belmont limited them to 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Betting on today's Bearkats and Miners game? Catch the action at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX, as the Miners hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. This Conference USA conference matchup has an over/under of 146.5 points, and UTEP is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Sam Houston.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS UTEP MINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTEP Miners -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTEP MINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Miners.</li><li>Not only will UTEP pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bearkats Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Sam Houston's season record dropped to 4-7 after a 75-71 road loss to New Mexico State on Thursday. The Bearkats, who were slight -1 favorites, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite trailing 38-30 at halftime, Sam Houston outscored the Aggies 41-37 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 146 fell just short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a 50% success rate on two-point shots, going 22 for 44 inside the arc.</p> <p>Christian Cook led the way with 25 points, despite shooting 42.1% overall and 28.6% from deep. Kalifa Sakho was efficient, hitting 7 of 9 shots and grabbing 13 rebounds. Marcus Boykin added 6 assists, while Lamar Wilkerson connected on 50% of his three-point attempts, going 2 for 4.</p><p>Even though Sam Houston's defense gave up 75 points, they held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 24 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bearkats allowed 51% shooting, as their opponent connected on 17 of 33 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Sam Houston's defense limited their opponent to 28% shooting, with just 7 made threes on 25 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 for an 83% success rate. The Bearkats also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Miners Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>UTEP Miners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UTEP improved to 8-3 on the season with a 70-60 home win over Louisiana Tech on Thursday, January 2nd. The Miners, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread. The total points for the game were 130, falling under the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>UTEP led 36-27 at halftime and scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33 points to the Bulldogs.</p><p>UTEP's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 6 of 29 threes for a 20.7% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 37.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.4%.</p> <p>Otis Frazier III led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field despite going 2 for 9 from three. Corey Camper Jr. added 17 points, while Kaden Cooper contributed 14 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes for a 44.4% shooting percentage.</p><p>UTEP's defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing 37% shooting overall. They gave up 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UTEP limited their opponent to 6 threes on 29 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they hit 14 free throws, shooting 82%.</p>

Sam Houston Bearkats vs UTEP Miners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Hurricane and Blazers face off at 2:00 ET on ESPNU. The Blazers are hosting the game at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, AL. The odds for this American Athletic conference game currently have UAB as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 159 points.</p><h3>TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE VS UAB BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bartow Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Blazers.</li><li>Even though we have UAB winning straight-up, we like Tulsa at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Tulsa Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Tulsa's season took another hit with a 70-64 loss to Rice on Wednesday, dropping their record to 4-8. Playing at home, the Golden Hurricane were -2.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Tulsa led 36-32 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 28 points while allowing Rice to put up 38. The inability to maintain their lead continues to be a concern for the team.</p><p>Tulsa's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.6% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 28 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they finished with 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Tulsa was efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts for an 88.2% success rate. Dwon Odom led the way with 18 points, while Tyshawn Archie added 16 points, despite shooting 2 of 9 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 70 points, Tulsa's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, with 21 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point field goals on 31 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tulsa's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 28 attempts, a 25% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 15 attempts for 88%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Blazers?</h3><h3>UAB Blazers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UAB fell to 6-7 on the season after a 78-75 road loss to North Texas on Tuesday. Despite being +6.5 point underdogs, the Blazers kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the O/U line of 138.5.</p> 

<p>UAB had a strong start, leading 48-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 47.</p><p>UAB's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 55.6% of their threes (10/18) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 50%. At the free-throw line, the Blazers connected on 19 of 21 attempts, good for 90.5%.</p> <p>Latrell Jossell was a standout, hitting 6 of 9 threes and finishing with 20 points in 21 minutes. Atin Wright led the team with 22 points, though he shot just 33.3% overall. Yaxel Lendeborg contributed 11 rebounds and 4 assists, while Tyren Moore was efficient, going 3 for 4 from deep and finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Despite UAB's defensive efforts, they allowed 78 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 22 of 50 attempts. UAB held them to 44% shooting from two-point range, as they went 13 for 29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UAB's defense gave up 9 threes on 21 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. The Blazers also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they converted 25 free throws for a 96% success rate.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Cougars face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cougars are hosting the game at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 132.5 points, with Houston being favored by -9.5 at home against BYU.</p><h3>BYU COUGARS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: BYU Cougars +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BYU COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-65 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Houston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does BYU Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>BYU improved to 10-2 on the season with a 76-56 win over Arizona State on Tuesday. The Cougars, who were favored by 9.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>BYU led 31-26 at halftime and pulled away in the second half, outscoring the Sun Devils 45-30. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>BYU put up 76 points in their latest game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%. They connected on 69.2% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 31.2% from beyond the arc, making 10 threes on 32 attempts.</p> <p>Richie Saunders led the way with 30 points, shooting 61.1% overall and 54.5% from three, hitting 6 of 11 from deep. The Cougars grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists, with BJ Freeman contributing 3 assists and 5 rebounds.</p><p>BYU's defense gave up 56 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 48% from the field on 28 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with their opponent hitting 69% of their two-point shots, going 18 for 26.</p> <p>From three-point range, BYU held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they made 10 of 32 attempts. At the free-throw line, the opponent shot 71%, converting 10 of 14. BYU also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Houston Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Houston improved to 9-3 on the season with a 60-47 win over Oklahoma State on Monday. The Cougars went into the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Houston led 28-18 at halftime and added 32 points in the second half while allowing 29. The game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Cougars put up 60 points, shooting 42.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.4%. They hit 30% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 20 attempts, while going a perfect 6 for 6 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the floor. L.J. Cryer added 18 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range, while Milos Uzan contributed 12 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Houston's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 47 points on 25% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 10/35 (28%) and three-point attempts to 4/19 (21%).</p> <p>The Cougars sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they converted 15 free throws (83%). Houston also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dons and Cougars. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Friel Court in Pullman, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Washington State is favored by -2.5 against San Francisco in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington State Cougars -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Friel Court at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Washington State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dons Grab a Win in Pullman?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 12-3 on the season with an 89-81 win over Pacific on Thursday. San Francisco, who were -13 favorites going into the game, didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, the Dons exploded for 55 points in the second half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 170 easily surpassed the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>San Francisco's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points while shooting 50.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.6%, thanks in part to hitting 14 threes at a 45.2% clip. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 19 of 21 attempts for a 90.5% rate.</p> <p>Elijah Fisher led the way with 25 points, shooting 60% overall. Malik Thomas added 24 points, and Marcus Williams contributed 22 points and 7 assists, hitting 4 threes at 50%. The Dons also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists as a team.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 59% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 22 of their 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Dons held their opponent to 33% shooting, with just 5 threes made on 15 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws at an 81% clip. San Francisco also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cougars Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Washington State improved to 12-3 on the season with a 73-59 win over Loyola Marymount on Monday. Playing at home, the Cougars entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 36-34 at halftime, Washington State clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 25 points while scoring 37 of their own.</p><p>Washington State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 55.3% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 19 three-point shots.</p> <p>Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Stone-Carrawell hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Tomas Thrastarson added 17 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes, while Dane Erikstrup contributed 14 points, hitting 3 of 7 from long range. The Cougars had 17 assists and 8 offensive rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Despite Washington State's defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 49% shooting, they still held their opponent to just 59 points. The Cougars gave up 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington State allowed 7 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36% from deep. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws at a 71% rate.</p>

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<p>The Canucks and Kraken are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Kraken will host the game at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Kraken are favored by -1.5 vs. the Canucks.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Kraken coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Kraken on the moneyline</li><li>The Kraken should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Vancouver Shock Everyone at Climate Pledge Arena?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 17-11-8 this season. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver fell behind 1-0 in the second period, but Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks the lead at 4:22 in the third, but the Sharks tied it again at 18:43. Suter scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. He scored the team’s first goal at 5:19 in the second period and added another with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk also found the net, marking his 1st goal of the season at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 25 giveaways and had six assists on their three goals. Conor Garland picked up his 5th assist of the season, while Carson Soucy notched his 1st.</p><p>Vancouver's defense allowed the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and another at 18:43 in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win over the Sharks. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Canucks' defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Will Seattle Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, the Kraken fell to 17-19-2 this season. Seattle’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period, including one just 3:23 into the game.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 2. Seattle, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. They were shut out offensively, managing only 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Seattle's offense was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, despite firing 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with possession, committing 19 giveaways.</p> <p>Seattle was unable to score in any period, and none of their players found the net. The team also failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up an early goal just 3:23 into the first period and another at the 10:03 mark, but they held the Bruins scoreless the rest of the way. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage, while the Kraken's defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

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<p>From Minute Maid Park in Houston, we have the Dodgers and Astros facing off in an interleague matchup. First pitch is at 7:10 PM ET, and the Astros are favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -138. The money line odds for a Dodgers win are at +117, and the over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes in with a record of 62-43 and is starting Justin Wrobleski. The Astros, who are 1st in the AL West, are 54-49 and will send Ronel Blanco to the mound. Houston is currently on a two-game winning streak.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline -138</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 7:10 ET on Saturday, July 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Dodgers 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>Houston cruised to an easy 5-0 win over the Dodgers in the most recent game of this series. The Astros had a huge 2nd inning, scoring five of their five runs. As for the Dodgers, they had their best chance to score in the 4th, but left the bases loaded.</p>

<p>Framber Valdez pitched well for the Astros in this one, going 6 1/3 innings and striking out 10 without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Gavin Stone took the loss for Los Angeles. Stone went just six innings and gave up four earned runs.</p>

<p>At the plate, Jake Meyers was the star for Houston, going 3/3 with a run scored. He was the only player in the game to have more than one hit. Jon Singleton and Alex Bregman each homered for the Astros.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is 62-43 overall this season, and they lead the NL West by 6.5 games over the Padres. The Dodgers will be on the road today, facing the Astros, and they are 21-16 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>So far, the Dodgers have gone 34-20 at home compared to 28-23 on the road. As the favorite, the Dodgers are 59-35 this year, and they are 3-8 as the underdog. Los Angeles' series record is 20-14-1 this year, and they have won two straight series.</p><p>When the Dodgers are on the road, they are 26-25 against the run line, which is a big reason they are 51-54 overall. They are 4-7 against the run line as an underdog, but 47-47 as a favorite. Their average run margin in all games is +0.9, but it jumps to +3.7 in wins and drops to -3.3 in losses.</p><p>Today's over/under line for the Los Angeles Dodgers' game against the Houston Astros is set at 8.5 runs. The Dodgers have played to an over/under record of 54-51 this season, and their games have had an average combined run total of 9.0 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, the Dodgers have gone over the total in 24 of 41 games, and 30.5% of their games this season have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Justin Wrobleski is taking the mound for the Dodgers on the road against the Astros. He has started 3 games so far this season, and has yet to pick up a win. In his most recent start, he went 4 1/3 innings and struck out 5, but did not factor into the decision. His first start of the year was a loss vs. the Brewers.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been one of the best hitters in the league this season, as he is batting .315 with 31 home runs and 74 RBIs. Ohtani has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 6/19 in his last five games with a home run and four RBIs. Teoscar Hernandez is also having a strong season for the Dodgers, as he is batting .264 with 21 homers and 67 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Dodgers are the top-scoring team in the league, averaging 4.9 runs per game. They also have the best team on-base percentage in the league and are 2nd in the league in team slugging percentage. Not only are the Dodgers the top-scoring team in the league, but they also have the best OPS in the league.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are hosting the Dodgers today with an overall record of 54-49, which has them leading the AL West by one game over the Mariners. Houston has taken the first game of their series vs. the Dodgers and have an 18-14-1 series record this year. So far, they are 19-17 in AL West matchups.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros have gone 29-21 this season and are just under .500 at 25-28 on the road. As the favorite, the Astros are 40-35 this year and 14-14 as the underdog. They have won two straight games, and their overall record is 5-5 over their last ten.</p><p>When the Astros are the favorite, they are 36-39 against the run line, but as the underdog, they are 18-10. Their average run margin is +0.5 runs per game, and they are 54-49 against the run line overall. Their average run margin in wins is +4.0, while in losses it is -3.3.</p><p>At 33.0%, the Astros have played in 34 games with over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, and their combined run average is 8.9 runs per game. Their over/under record is 41-58, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 12-18. Their games have averaged a combined 9 runs per game, and they have played in 39 games with lower over/under lines than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Ronel Blanco gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Dodgers at home. Blanco has made 19 starts this season and has a record of 9-5 with a 2.75 ERA. In his 19 appearances, Blanco has one complete game shutout and 11 quality starts. Per nine innings, he is averaging 8.24 strikeouts and 3.37 walks. Blanco has lost each of his last two outings, most recently giving up four earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>For the season, the Astros are the league's top-hitting team, with a batting average of .262. They are also 3rd in the league in home runs and have the best slugging percentage in the league. Houston is averaging 4.7 runs per game, which is 10th in the MLB. At home, they have been even better, averaging 5.1 runs per contest.</p>

<p>Yordan Alvarez and Yainer Diaz have been the Astros' top power hitters this season, with Alvarez leading the team with 20 homers and Diaz coming in with eight. Both players are also at the top of the team's RBI leaderboard. Kyle Tucker is also near the top of the home run leaderboard, as he has 19 this season. Jose Altuve has been hot of late, going 13/41 in his last 10 games.</p>

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