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<p>Kick-off for this Illinois vs. Rutgers matchup is set for 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd, with PEAC handling the TV broadcast. The game is being played at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, and the over/under line is currently at 48.5 points. The Scarlet Knights are the slight -1.5-point favorites at home. Illinois comes in with a 7-3 record, while Rutgers sits at 6-4 for the season.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SHI Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning this one by a score of 27 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Illinois Fighting Illini Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Illinois heads into Week 13 with a 7-3 record, but they are 0-2 on the road this season. They’ve gone 4-1 at home and are ranked 52nd in our power rankings. Illinois is already bowl-eligible, but they have a 0% chance of winning the Big Ten.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Illinois is 4-3, with a +6.5 average scoring margin. They’ve been favored in two games, going 1-1 ATS as the favorite and 3-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 1-6, with their games averaging 47.7 points. This week’s line is 48.5 points, slightly below their average over/under line of 48.9 points.</p><p>Illinois enters week 13 averaging 27.1 points per game, ranking 56th nationally. They are 48th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Luke Altmyer has thrown for 2,124 yards, completing 62.4% of his passes, with 18 touchdowns and three interceptions. His passer rating is 102.</p> <p>Illinois ranks 78th in passing yards per game, averaging 215.3 yards. They are 59th in passing attempts and completions. They convert 44.4% of their third downs, ranking 31st nationally, and are 27th in passer rating. On the ground, they average 142.5 rushing yards per game. Josh McCray leads the rushing attack with 391 yards and seven touchdowns. Pat Bryant has 711 receiving yards and eight touchdowns.</p><p>Illinois' defense has been solid this season, ranking 27th nationally by allowing just 20.6 points per game. They’ve given up 148.9 rushing yards per game and 215.9 passing yards, with opposing quarterbacks completing 61.8% of their throws and posting a passer rating of 85.9.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Michigan State, Illinois allowed just 16 points and held the Spartans to 89 rushing yards on 27 attempts. Michigan State threw the ball 40 times, completing 23 passes for 256 yards.</p><h3>Will The Rutgers Scarlet Knights Win At Home Over The Illinois Fighting Illini?</h3><p>With a 6-4 record, Rutgers is already bowl-eligible as they prepare to face Illinois in Week 13. They are ranked 60th in our power rankings and have a 0.0% chance of winning the Big Ten. At home, the Scarlet Knights are 3-2, while they’ve gone 2-2 on the road this season.</p><p></p><p>Rutgers has been favored in four of their ten games, going 2-2 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +2.9 points per game, and they hold a 5-3-1 record against the spread this season.</p><p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 6-3, with an average total of 49.7 points per game. The average over/under line for Rutgers games is 45.9 points, and this week’s line is set at 48.5 points.</p><p>Rutgers’ offense is averaging 26.3 points per game, placing them 62nd in the nation as they head into week 13. They are ranked 41st in our offensive power rankings. The Scarlet Knights have focused on their ground game, averaging 171.7 rushing yards per game on 38.4 attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Kyle Monangai leads the rushing attack with 1,028 yards, 12 touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has thrown for 2,128 yards and 14 touchdowns, with six interceptions and a passer rating of 84. Dymere Miller has 645 receiving yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Rutgers' defense gave up 17 points in their recent game against Maryland but allowed 457 total yards, including 335 passing yards. They also forced an interception in the game.</p> <p>On average, Rutgers allows 23.4 points per game this season. Opponents have averaged 241 passing yards per game, while Rutgers’ defense has faced the 14th fewest rushing attempts in the nation, allowing 150.1 rushing yards per game.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Ospreys? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, FL. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 157.5 points, with North Florida being favored by -6.5 over UNC Asheville.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNF Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Ospreys.</li><li>Not only will North Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UNC Asheville Win on the Road?</h3><h3>UNC Asheville Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>UNC Asheville fell 82-76 to Ohio on Saturday, November 9th. The Bulldogs were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 42-34 at halftime, Asheville scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 158 narrowly went over the pre-game line of 157.5.</p><p>UNC Asheville put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They hit 44% from three-point range, connecting on 11 of 25 attempts, while their two-point shooting was 42.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they struggled, making just 50% of their attempts. Fletcher Abee and Josh Banks both hit 5 threes, finishing with 20 points each.</p><p>UNC Asheville's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 44% from the field. The Bulldogs had trouble containing two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 53% of their attempts (17/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNC Asheville's defense allowed 8 threes on 24 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws (77%). Additionally, the Bulldogs gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will North Florida Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>North Florida Ospreys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Florida fell 90-77 to Georgia on Tuesday, November 12th. The Ospreys were +15.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-31 at halftime, North Florida put up 46 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 47. The game’s total points of 167 went over the pre-game O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Ospreys put up 77 points, shooting 42.9% from the field. They connected on 12 of 37 threes, hitting 32.4%, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 51.4%. They also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p> <p>Liam Murphy and RJ Godfrey led the way, each playing 24 minutes. Murphy hit 5 of 7 threes, finishing with 22 points, while Godfrey added 21 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 8 of 11 from the field.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 43 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida's opponents shot 40%, connecting on 6 of 15 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 78%. North Florida gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs North Florida Ospreys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

<p>The Mean Green and Cowboys are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cowboys will host the game at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA. The over/under for this game is set at 130.5 points, and McNeese State is favored by -2.5 against North Texas in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: McNeese State Cowboys -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will McNeese State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does North Texas Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>North Texas Mean Green Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Texas picked up a 54-51 road win over Minnesota on Wednesday, covering the spread as +2.5 underdogs. The game’s total points of 105 fell well short of the O/U line of 129.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 23-14 at halftime, the Mean Green allowed 37 points in the 2nd half but managed to score 31 of their own to secure the win.</p><p>North Texas struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points on 37.7% shooting from the field. They hit only 5 of 17 from beyond the arc, connecting at a 29.4% rate, and their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Mean Green made just 9 of 16 attempts, shooting 56.2%. They did grab 13 offensive rebounds, but managed only 9 assists as a team. Dawson Garcia led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 6 of 9 from the field and 2 of 2 from three-point range.</p><p>North Texas put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 51 points on 31% shooting from the field. The Mean Green were particularly effective inside the arc, where they limited the opposition to 36% shooting on 25 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, North Texas allowed just 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% shooting performance. The Mean Green also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 68% of their shots. North Texas gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will McNeese State Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State dropped their Monday matchup against Alabama, 72-64, in an away game. Entering as +17.5 point underdogs, the Cowboys kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-30 at halftime, McNeese State outscored Alabama 34-31 in the second half. The game’s total points of 136 fell well short of the 168.5 O/U line.</p><p>McNeese State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. They managed only 3 assists as a team, but did grab 12 offensive rebounds and hit 81.8% of their free throws (9/11).</p> <p>Grant Nelson led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from three-point range. Sincere Parker added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Alyn Breed contributed 17 points and 5 rebounds. Mark Sears and Latrell Wrightsell Jr. each chipped in 15 points, with Wrightsell hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip.</p><p>McNeese State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44% from the field on 22 of 50 attempts. They were effective inside, hitting 68% of their two-point shots, going 11/16.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cowboys shot 32%, making 11 of 34 three-point attempts. They also went 17/24 from the free-throw line, shooting 70%. McNeese State gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Texas Mean Green vs McNeese State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Fightin' Blue Hens? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center in Newark, DE. In this non-conference matchup, Bryant is favored by -1.5 against Delaware. The over/under for the game is 157.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center at 6:30 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Fightin' Blue Hens.</li><li>Not only will Delaware pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulldogs Defense Show Up in Newark?</h3><h3>Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs cruised to an 87-64 win over Buffalo on Thursday, November 14th. Bryant, who were -6.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game were 151, falling short of the O/U line of 163.5.</p> 

<p>Bryant dominated the first half, leading 50-25 at the break. Although they allowed 39 points in the second half, they still managed to score 37 points to seal the win.</p><p>Bryant put up 87 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, with two-point shooting at 39.6% (21/53) and three-point shooting at 37% (10/27).</p> <p>The Bulldogs grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists. Ryan Sabol led the team with 17 points, while Rafael Pinzon added 15, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Bryant's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 64 points. The Bulldogs allowed a 35% shooting performance, with 19 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>Bryant gave up 13 two-point baskets on 25 attempts (52%) and 6 three-pointers on 28 attempts (21%). Their opponent also went 20/30 from the free-throw line (66%). The Bulldogs limited offensive rebounds, allowing just 5.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Fightin' Blue Hens?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware picked up a 64-58 road win over Iona on Tuesday, November 12th. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hens not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>The Blue Hens led 30-18 at halftime but allowed Iona to score 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The combined points of 122 fell well below the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Delaware's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 38.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 35% of their threes, hitting 7 of 20, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. The Blue Hens managed 8 assists and 10 offensive rebounds, while shooting 76.5% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Dejour Reaves and Yaphet Moundi led the team with 16 points each, with Moundi also grabbing 18 rebounds and shooting 75% from the floor. Niels Lane and Tahron Allen added 14 points apiece, with Allen hitting both of his three-point attempts and shooting 54.5% overall.</p><p>Delaware's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 18/51, a 35% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Delaware's defense was even more effective, with the opponent hitting only 4 of 22 threes, an 18% clip. They also struggled at the free-throw line, making just 10 of 22 attempts.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Stags and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Lundholm Gymnasium in Durham, NH, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, Fairfield is favored by -1.5 against New Hampshire. The over/under for the game is 151.5 points.</p><h3>FAIRFIELD STAGS VS NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lundholm Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, November 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will New Hampshire pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Fairfield Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 69-57 to Georgetown on Saturday. The Stags were +15.5 point underdogs going into the game, but managed to keep things closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Fairfield trailed 36-33 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 24 points while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 126 fell well short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairfield's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 33.3% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, with two-point shooting at 31.6% (12/38) and three-point shooting at 36.4% (8/22). They did well at the free-throw line, hitting 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Thomas Sorber led the way with 25 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 68.8% overall and 1/2 from three. Braden Sparks added 17 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Jayden Epps and Jamie Bergens each contributed 12 points.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 69 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 47% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 56% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairfield's opponents hit 6 of 20 shots, shooting 30%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws, a 75% success rate. Fairfield gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wildcats Win at Lundholm Gymnasium?</h3><h3>New Hampshire Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats faced a tough challenge on Saturday, November 9th, as they took on the Huskies on the road. New Hampshire, who entered the game as +37.5 point underdogs, lost 92-53.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-24 at halftime, New Hampshire allowed 57 points in the 2nd half while scoring 29 of their own. The total points for the game were 145, falling short of the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>New Hampshire's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 53 points on 35.4% shooting from the field. They hit only 3 of 13 from beyond the arc, finishing with a 23.1% three-point percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 37.5%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wildcats connected on 16 of 20 attempts, good for 80%. They managed just 5 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game. Anthony McComb III and Alex Karaban led the team with 17 points each, with Karaban adding 4 assists.</p><p>New Hampshire's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 65% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 35 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Hampshire's opponents shot 32%, connecting on 9 of 28 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 25 times, where they made 19 free throws, good for 76%. New Hampshire also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Fairfield Stags vs New Hampshire Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/12/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Kings versus the Flames? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Pacific division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 10:00 ET on Saturday, March 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Kings picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Kings on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Flames (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Kings Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Kings have gone 38-23-11, putting them in 8th place in the Western Conference and 4th in the Pacific Division. When playing on the road, Los Angeles has gone 21-12-4.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Kings have gone 4-1, and they have won four straight games when favored. In games against Western Conference opponents, Los Angeles has gone 21-19.</p></p><p>On the season, the Kings have gone 34-38 against the puck line, including a road puck line mark of 19-18. Over their last ten games, the Kings have gone 5-5 against the puck line.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Kings have won 25 games by multiple goals, and they have gone 18-30 against the puck line as the favorite. Across their last ten road games, the Kings have gone 5-5 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, Los Angeles' games have finished with 5.7 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.1. In total, the Kings come in with an over/under record of 26-43-3.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Los Angeles has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 1 goals per game.</p><p>On offense, the Kings are averaging 3.1 goals per game which is 17th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 8th in the league. In terms of the Kings' offense during power plays, they are 15th in power play goals and 6th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>The leading scorer for Los Angeles' offense is Trevor Moore. Coming into the game he has 26 goals, ranking 52nd in the NHL. Moore also comes into the game with 23 assists.</p><p>Calgary defense takes on the Kings ranked 20th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Calgary. They also are 26th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie David Rittich comes into the game having made 19 starts this season. So far, his record is 11-5 and he has a save percentage of 0.455%.</p><h3>Can the Calgary Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p><p>At 33-34-5, the Flames sit in 12th place in the Western Conference and 6th in the Pacific Division. They have lost five straight games and are just 2-8 in their last ten games. At home, Calgary is 18-17-1 on the season and have lost their last two games at home.</p>

<p>When playing against other teams from the Western Conference, the Flames have gone 19-21 this season. As the underdog, Calgary has gone 18-19-3 and has lost three straight games when they are the underdog.</p></p><p>Calgary has gone just 2-8 against the puck line over their last ten games, and they are 0-5 against the puck line in their last five games. The Flames have gone just 16-20 against the puck line at home this year, and their average scoring margin as the underdog is -.2 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, Calgary has gone 34-38 against the puck line, and they have lost five straight games against the puck line. The Flames have gone just 9-23 against the puck line when favored, and they have lost their last two games against the puck line as the underdog.</p> <p>For the season, Calgary's games have finished with an average of 6.3 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.1. Overall, the Flames have an over/under record of 41-29-2.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Los Angeles has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 1 goals per game.</p><p>On offense, the Flames are averaging 3.1 goals per game which is 19th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 16th in the league. Looking at how the Flames' offense is performing during power plays, they are 29th in power play goals and 5th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Calgary's current leading scorer is Blake Coleman. This season, he has 28 goals, which puts him 36th in the NHL. Coleman also comes into the game with 23 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames come into the season ranked 20th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Calgary. For the season, they are ranked 26th in shutouts, coming in with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Jacob Markstrom comes into the game having made 43 starts this season. So far, his record is 22-19 and he has a save percentage of 0.827%.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 3/30/24

<p>The Miami Hurricanes are the heavy favorite as they host the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Kick-off is set for 12:00 ET, and ESPN will be covering the game. Miami enters the game with a 9-1 record, while Wake Forest is 4-6 on the season. The point spread is at -23.5 in favor of Miami, and the over/under line is at 64.5 points.</p><h3>WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS VS MIAMI HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Hurricanes -23.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Miami Hurricanes winning this one by a score of 48 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the Miami Hurricanes winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -23.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 64.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Wake Forest Demon Deacons Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Wake Forest enters Week 13 against Miami with a 4-6 record, ranked 88th in our CFB power rankings. They have only a 1.4% chance of becoming bowl eligible. The Demon Deacons are 3-1 on the road but have struggled at home, going 0-5 this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Wake Forest is 3-4-2, with a perfect 3-0-1 record on the road and a 0-4-1 mark at home. They’ve been favored in three games, going 1-1-1 ATS as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 64.5 points. Wake Forest’s games have averaged 60.2 points, with an average line of 58.2 points. Their over/under record stands at 4-4-1 this season.</p><p>Wake Forest’s offense is averaging 27.7 points per game heading into week 13, ranking 52nd in the nation. They are 69th in our offensive power rankings. The Demon Deacons have focused on their passing game, ranking 22nd in passing attempts, with 257.5 yards per game. They are 29th in completions and 50th in completion percentage, converting 38.4% of their third downs.</p> <p>Hank Bachmeier leads the passing attack with 2,300 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 87. Demond Claiborne has rushed for 919 yards and 11 touchdowns. Taylor Morin leads the receivers with 676 yards on 52 catches.</p><p>Wake Forest's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 32.5 points per game, ranking 87th nationally. In their recent game against North Carolina, they gave up 31 points, including 233 rushing yards on 51 attempts, while holding the Tar Heels to 132 passing yards.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 281.9 passing yards per game against Wake Forest, completing 69.3% of their passes. The defense has also allowed 159.1 rushing yards per game, facing an average of 34.7 rushing attempts per contest.</p><h3>Are The Miami Hurricanes Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Miami enters Week 13 with a 9-1 record, holding a 50.1% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast. They are 4-0 at home and have been favored in nine of ten games this season. The Hurricanes rank 10th in our power rankings and are a lock for bowl eligibility, with a 63.0% chance of making the playoff.</p> <p></p><p>Their ATS record stands at 5-4, with a +21.9 average scoring margin. Miami is 2-2 against the spread at home and 3-2 on the road, going 5-4 ATS as the favorite this season.</p> <p></p><p>Miami’s over/under record is 6-2-1, with their games averaging 68.1 points. This week’s line is set at 64.5 points, compared to their average over/under line of 57.7 points.</p><p>Miami’s offense has been the best in college football this season, leading the nation in scoring with 45 points per game. They also sit atop our offensive power rankings heading into week 13. Their passing game has been their biggest strength, as they lead the nation with 368.2 passing yards per game and have converted 56.5% of their third-down attempts, the best mark in the country.</p> <p>Cam Ward has thrown for 3,494 yards with 32 touchdowns and six interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 120. Miami ranks 9th in passing completions, averaging 25.9 per game, and 13th in passing attempts. On the ground, they average 177.5 rushing yards per game. Damien Martinez leads the rushing attack with 676 yards and eight touchdowns. Xavier Restrepo has 934 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns this season.</p><p>Miami's defense, ranked 43rd nationally, is giving up 23.1 points per game this season. They’ve allowed 203.8 passing yards per game, ranking 67th, and 114.6 rushing yards, which is 30th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a 73.7 passer rating and a 55.8% completion rate against Miami’s defense.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Georgia Tech, Miami allowed 28 points, giving up 275 rushing yards on 46 attempts. Georgia Tech also threw for 99 yards and two passing touchdowns against Miami’s defense.</p>

Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Miami Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>At 3:30 ET, this week 13 matchup between the Stanford Cardinal and California Golden Bears is set to kick off at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley. The game will be broadcast on ACCN, and the over/under is currently at 55.5 points. The Bears are favored by -14 points over the Cardinal. California enters the game with a 5-5 record, while Stanford is 3-7 on the season.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stanford Cardinal +14</p><p>This game will be played at California Memorial Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STANFORD CARDINAL:</h3><ul><li>We have the California Golden Bears winning this one by a score of 31 to 18</li><li>Even though we like the California Golden Bears to win, our ATS pick is to take the Stanford Cardinal at +14</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 55.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Stanford Cardinal Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Stanford enters Week 13 with a 3-7 record, and they are ranked 96th in our CFB power rankings. They have no chance of reaching bowl eligibility this season. On the road, they are 1-3, while their home record stands at 1-4.</p> <p></p><p>So far, Stanford has not been favored in any of their games, and they have a -12.4 average scoring margin. Against the spread, they are 3-5-1, with a 2-2-1 record at home and a 1-3 mark on the road.</p> <p></p><p>Stanford’s over/under record is 4-5, with their games averaging 56.8 points. The average over/under line this season has been 53 points, and this week’s line is set at 55.5 points.</p><p>Stanford’s offense has struggled this season, ranking 107th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 13. They are averaging 22.2 points per game, placing them 78th nationally. Their third-down conversion rate is just 34.4%, and their passing game ranks 99th, averaging 190.2 yards per game. Stanford’s passer rating is 77, which is 111th in the country.</p> <p>Ashton Daniels leads the team with 1,309 passing yards, completing 63.4% of his passes, with nine touchdowns and nine interceptions. Chris Davis Jr. is the leading rusher with 272 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry. Elic Ayomanor has 660 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 48 catches.</p><p>Stanford's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 34.6 points per game, which ranks 92nd nationally. In their recent game against Louisville, they gave up 35 points and 432 total yards, including 270 passing yards and 162 rushing yards. Louisville ran the ball 26 times and threw 39 passes, with Stanford forcing one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 148 rushing yards per game on 31.7 attempts against Stanford, while quarterbacks have completed 67.3% of their passes, averaging 268.3 passing yards per game. Stanford's defense ranks 166th in passer rating allowed this season.</p><h3>Are The California Golden Bears Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>California enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, ranked 42nd in our power rankings. They have an 87.6% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, they are 2-3, while their road record stands at 2-2 this season.</p><p></p><p>The Golden Bears have a +7.6 average scoring margin and a 6-3 record against the spread. They are 3-2 ATS at home and 3-1 on the road, with a 3-2 record as favorites and 3-1 as underdogs.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 55.5 points. California’s average over/under line this season is 51.8 points, and their over/under record is 3-4-2, with games averaging 49 points.</p><p>California’s offense has been centered around their passing game, ranking 20th in passing attempts per game. They are 15th in completions, averaging 24.4 per game, and 27th in passing yards, with 273.8 yards per game. Their completion percentage is 68%, which ranks 12th. Overall, they are 48th in scoring, with 28.3 points per game, and 73rd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 13.</p> <p>Quarterback Fernando Mendoza has thrown for 2,705 yards, completing 68.6% of his passes. He has 13 touchdowns and six interceptions, with a passer rating of 96. Leading the rushing attack is Jaivian Thomas, who has 583 yards, seven touchdowns, and averages six yards per carry. Nyziah Hunter leads the receivers with 432 yards and five touchdowns on 32 catches.</p><p>California's defense, ranked 28th nationally, is giving up 20.7 points per game this season. They’ve allowed 237 passing yards per game, ranking 114th, but have held opposing quarterbacks to a 66.4 passer rating, the 12th-lowest in the country. On the ground, they’ve given up just 108.6 rushing yards per game, the 20th-best mark nationally.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Syracuse, Cal allowed 33 points and 476 total yards, including 323 passing yards. Syracuse also ran the ball 35 times for 153 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns.</p>

Stanford Cardinal vs California Golden Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>ESPN2 is covering the week 13 matchup between the SMU Mustangs and Virginia Cavaliers, set to kick off at 12:00 ET from Scott Stadium in Charlottesville. The over/under line is currently 58 points. The Mustangs are the heavy favorite at -9.5 points, and the money line odds have them at -343. SMU comes in with a 9-1 record, while Virginia is 5-5 on the season.</p><h3>SMU MUSTANGS VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: SMU Mustangs -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scott Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SMU MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have the SMU Mustangs winning this one by a score of 36 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the SMU Mustangs winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -9.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 58 points</li></ul><h3>Will The SMU Mustangs Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 9-1 record, SMU heads into Week 13 against Virginia, ranked 15th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 36.4% shot at winning the Atlantic Coast. The Mustangs also have a 41.3% chance of making the playoff, the 13th best odds in the nation.</p> <p></p><p>SMU is 3-0 on the road and 4-1 at home this season. They’ve been favored in six of their ten games, going 5-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +17.5 points, and they are 5-3 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 58 points. SMU’s games have an average over/under line of 53.9 points, and they’ve averaged 62.3 points per game. Their over/under record stands at 5-3, with an average margin of +8.0 points.</p><p>Heading into week 13, SMU’s offense ranks 6th in scoring, averaging 39.9 points per game. They are 28th in our offensive power rankings. The Mustangs have a strong rushing attack, averaging 197.4 yards per game on 39.2 attempts.</p> <p>Brashard Smith leads the ground game with 1,023 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and an average of 6 yards per carry. Quarterback Kevin Jennings has thrown for 2,198 yards with a passer rating of 107. SMU is 19th in third-down conversions, converting 46.1% of their attempts.</p><p>SMU’s defense has been strong against the run this season, ranking 10th nationally by allowing just 100.5 rushing yards per game. In their recent game against Boston College, they gave up 180 rushing yards on 43 attempts and allowed three rushing touchdowns. Through the air, SMU allowed 237 passing yards but also recorded an interception.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have completed just 54.4% of their passes against SMU, the 19th-lowest rate in the country. On average, SMU’s defense has faced 37.2 pass attempts per game, allowing 249.6 passing yards per game. Overall, they rank 37th in the nation, giving up 22.4 points per game.</p><h3>Are The Virginia Cavaliers Going Win In At Upset At Scott Stadium</h3><p>Virginia enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, and they have a 39.5% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, they are 1-3, while their road record stands at 3-2. The Cavaliers have been favored in five games this season, going 3-2 in those matchups.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Virginia is 5-3-1, with a 3-1-1 record on the road and 2-2 at home. They are 2-2-1 ATS as the favorite and 3-1 as the underdog, with an average scoring margin of -2.7 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 58 points. Virginia’s games have averaged 52.3 points, and their over/under record is 3-6, with an average line of 54.8 points this season.</p><p>Virginia’s offense ranks 85th in our power rankings heading into week 13, averaging 24.8 points per game. They are 29th in passing attempts, with Anthony Colandrea throwing for 2,017 yards and 12 touchdowns, though he has 11 interceptions and a passer rating of 79.</p> <p>Virginia is 48th in passing yards per game, and their third-down conversion rate is 35.1%, ranking 102nd nationally. Xavier Brown leads the rushing attack with 488 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, but has only one touchdown. Malachi Fields has 746 receiving yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Virginia's defense has struggled this season, allowing 27.5 points per game. In their recent game against Notre Dame, they gave up 35 points, including three passing touchdowns, while allowing 450 total yards, with 236 yards on the ground.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 90.5 passer rating against Virginia, throwing for 258 yards per game. On the ground, Virginia has allowed 143.9 rushing yards per game on 34.2 attempts.</p>

SMU Mustangs vs Virginia Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Lions and Red Raiders. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 154.5 points, with Texas Tech being favored by -41 over UAPB.</p><h3>UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +41</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +41.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for UAPB?</h3><p>The Golden Lions’ season continued with a 92-64 loss to the Cardinals on Saturday. UAPB, who were +14.5 point underdogs going into the game, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, just under the O/U line of 159.</p> <p>UAPB trailed 39-36 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 28 points while allowing 53 points to the Cardinals.</p><p>In their last game, UAPB's offense put up 64 points, shooting 42.9% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they connected on 73.3% of their free throws, going 11-for-15 from the line.</p> <p>On the glass, they managed just 5 offensive rebounds and tallied 9 assists. Dylan Hayman hit 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, finishing with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Jalin Anderson contributed 13 points and dished out 10 assists.</p><p>UAPB's defense struggled, giving up 92 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. The Golden Lions couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 68% shooting on two-point attempts (24/35).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UAPB's opponent hit 11 of 28 threes, good for 39%. The Golden Lions also sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws (73%). UAPB gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Red Raiders Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Texas Tech cruised to a 96-49 win over Wyoming on Wednesday, November 13th. The Red Raiders, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 145, exactly matching the over/under line.</p> <p>Texas Tech dominated from the start, leading 46-20 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing just 29.</p><p>Texas Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points with a field goal percentage of 63.9%. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 55.6% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.1%.</p> <p>JT Toppin led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Chance McMillian was perfect from three, hitting all 4 of his attempts and finishing with 16 points on 6 of 7 shooting overall.</p><p>Despite Texas Tech's defensive efforts, they allowed 49 points while their opponent shot 63% from the field, connecting on 39 of 61 attempts. The Red Raiders struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent making 29 of 43 for 67%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas Tech's defense gave up 10 threes on 18 attempts, a 55% shooting performance. Their opponent also went to the free-throw line 11 times, making 8 for 72%. Texas Tech allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UAPB Golden Lions vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/18/24

<p>ESPN+ will be covering this week 13 matchup between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and Oklahoma State Cowboys, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater. The over/under line is currently at 68.5 points, with Texas Tech as the -3.5-point favorite on the road. The Red Raiders are 6-4 on the season, while the Cowboys are 3-7 overall. The money line odds are -166 for Texas Tech and +138 for Oklahoma State.</p><h3>TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS VS OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Boone Pickens Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oklahoma State Cowboys winning this one by a score of 34 to 27</li><li>Not only do we have the Oklahoma State Cowboys winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 68.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texas Tech Red Raiders Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Texas Tech enters Week 13 with a 6-4 record and a 55th-place ranking in our CFB power rankings. They are guaranteed bowl eligibility but have just a 0.1% chance of winning the Big 12. The Red Raiders are 3-2 at home and 2-2 on the road this season.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Texas Tech is 5-3-1, with a 3-1 record on the road and a 2-2-1 mark at home. They’ve been favored in five games, going 2-2-1 ATS as the favorite and 3-1 ATS as the underdog. Their average scoring margin this season is +0.4 points per game.</p><p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 68.5 points, higher than their average line of 61.9 points. Texas Tech’s over/under record stands at 5-4, with their games averaging 70.6 points per contest.</p><p>Texas Tech’s offense is averaging 35.5 points per game, ranking 16th in the nation heading into week 13. They are 8th in passing attempts, averaging 40.7 per game, and 11th in completions, with 25.1 per game. Their passing attack is producing 281.7 yards per game, placing them 20th nationally. They are converting 45.1% of their third downs.</p> <p>Quarterback Behren Morton has thrown for 2,575 yards, with 21 touchdowns and six interceptions. His passer rating is 94. Tahj Brooks leads the rushing attack with 1,184 yards and 11 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Josh Kelly has 842 receiving yards and five touchdowns on 76 catches.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense has struggled this season, allowing 35.1 points per game, including 41 points in their recent loss to Colorado. They gave up 340 passing yards and three touchdowns, though they did force an interception. On the ground, they allowed just 65 rushing yards.</p> <p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 93.4 passer rating and 305.6 passing yards per game against Texas Tech, completing 61.9% of their throws. The defense has faced the 40th fewest rushing attempts nationally, allowing 145.8 rushing yards per game.</p><h3>Are The Oklahoma State Cowboys Going Win In At Upset At Boone Pickens Stadium</h3><p>Oklahoma State enters Week 13 with a 3-7 record and no chance of reaching bowl eligibility. They are ranked 63rd in our power rankings ahead of their matchup with Texas Tech.</p> <p></p><p>The Cowboys have been favored in just two of their ten games this season, going 1-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -4.1 points per game, and they have a 2-6 record against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>This week's over/under line is set at 68.5 points, the highest for any Oklahoma State game this season. On average, their games have totaled 59.7 points, with an average over/under line of 60.4 points.</p><p>Oklahoma State’s offense is ranked 42nd in our power rankings heading into week 13, and they are 51st in points per game, averaging 27.8. Alan Bowman has thrown for 2,435 yards, leading a passing attack that ranks 15th in attempts per game. The Cowboys are 26th in passing yards per game, averaging 274.6, and 24th in completions per game.</p> <p>Bowman has 17 touchdown passes but also 12 interceptions, with a passer rating of 84. Oklahoma State is converting 37.7% of their third downs and is 113th in rushing, averaging 110 yards per game. Ollie Gordon II leads the ground game with 692 yards and nine touchdowns. De'Zhaun Stribling has 749 receiving yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Oklahoma State's defense has struggled this season, allowing 31.9 points per game. In their recent 38-13 loss to TCU, they gave up 38 points, including four rushing touchdowns, and allowed 468 total yards, with 293 yards coming through the air.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 241.4 rushing yards per game against Oklahoma State, ranking them 170th nationally. The defense has faced 30.8 pass attempts per game, allowing 258.8 passing yards and a 93.9 passer rating.</p>

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>There does appear to be a chance of rain in Pittsburgh on Wednesday, where the forecasted temperature is 75 degrees. This NL matchup has a first pitch set for 6:40 PM ET from PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA. SNLA will be televising this Dodgers game, and they are the slight money line favorite (-102). The Pirates are 4th in the NL Central with a record of 28-32, while the Dodgers are 1st in the NL West at 38-24.</p>

<p>James Paxton is slated to start for the Dodgers, while the Pirates are going with Paul Skene. Los Angeles is hoping to get the win on the road and extend their lead in the NL West, while the Pirates are looking to move above .500 for the season. The over/under line is currently 8 runs.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline -117</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 6:40 ET on Wednesday, June 5th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Pirates to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Pittsburgh picked up a 1-0 win over the Dodgers in the most recent game of this series. The Pirates offense only mustered four hits but got to Tyler Glasnow for one run in six innings of work. As for the Dodgers, they had just five hits and wasted a good outing from Glasnow, who gave up just one run in six innings of work.</p>

<p>Jared Jones started for the Pirates and picked up the win, going six innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued three walks. As for the Dodgers, they got a good outing from Glasnow, who gave up just one run in six innings of work and finished with nine strikeouts.</p>

<p>The only run of the game came in the 3rd inning when Jack Suwinski homered for the Pirates. Bryan Reynolds also had a two-hit game for Pittsburgh.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is currently 1st in the NL West, leading the Padres by seven games. Overall, the Dodgers are 38-24 heading into today's road matchup vs. the Pirates. Their record in the division is 13-10 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers have gone 21-12 this season, and they are 17-12 on the road. This year, Los Angeles has been the favorite in 59 games, and they are 37-22 in those matchups. As for their record as the road favorite, they are 17-10 this year.</p><p>Despite a winning run line record overall, the Dodgers have been a better bet on the road than at home this season. They have covered the run line in 16 of 29 road games, compared to just 16 of 33 at home. The Dodgers' average run differential is +1.4 runs per game, and they have a run line record of 32-30 overall.</p><p>The Dodgers are on the road against the Pirates today, with the over/under line set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Dodgers games this season is 8.2 runs, and their over/under record is 30-32. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 3-6. Overall, 69.4% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8 runs, and their current under streak is at 4 games.</p><p>Left-hander James Paxton gets the start for the Dodgers today as he faces the Pirates on the road. He has made 10 starts this season and has a record of 5-0 with an ERA of 3.29. Paxton's WHIP for the season is 1.39, and he has turned in four quality starts. Looking back at his last outing, Paxton finished with a no-decision after going three innings and not giving up a run to the Mets. He only allowed two hits in that outing. Paxton has not given up a home run in his last three outings.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts have been a dynamic 1-2 punch for the Dodgers this season, as Ohtani is batting a team-high .321 with 14 homers, while Betts is hitting .314 and has gone deep nine times. Ohtani's 38 RBIs are 11th in the league and are also the top mark on the team. Teoscar Hernandez is also a big power threat in the lineup, as he has 12 homers, which is 2nd on the team and 8th in the MLB.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes into the game as the 4th best home run hitting team in the league and are 3rd in team batting average. As a team, they are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 7th in the league. Over his last five games, Will Smith is batting .368 with three homers, and Andy Pages is 9/18 in his last six games.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 28-32 overall and trail the Brewers by 7.5 games in the NL Central. So far, they are 7-7 against other NL Central teams. The Pirates took the first game of their series vs. the Dodgers and have an overall series record of 6-9-4 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 13-15 compared to 15-17 on the road. As the underdog, Pittsburgh has gone 20-18 this year, but they are just 8-14 when favored. Over the last 10 games, the Pirates are 5-5.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Pirates have been a solid bet this season, going 34-26 overall. They have been particularly good on the road, where they are 20-12 against the run line. As an underdog, they have been even better, going 27-11 against the run line. Their average run differential in winning games is +3.0, while their average run differential in losing games is -3.3.</p><p>When the Pittsburgh Pirates play at home, the over/under line is set at 8 runs, which is right in line with their season average of 8.4 runs per game. Overall, the Pirates have gone over the total in 31 of their 59 games this season, and their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs. When the line has been set at 8 runs, the Pirates have gone over the total in 9 of those 17 games. </p><p>Paul Skenes will be making his 3rd start of the season for the Pirates, and he has been solid in his first two outings. Skenes picked up a win in his last start, going 6 innings and giving up 2 earned runs on 3 hits. In his first start, he struck out 11 batters in 6 innings vs. the Cubs.</p><p>Andrew McCutchen and Bryan Reynolds are tied for the Pirates team lead with eight home runs apiece. Reynolds is batting .257 for the season, while McCutchen is hitting just .234. Reynolds has also driven in a team-high 32 runs. McCutchen is hitting just .241 over his last seven games, while Reynolds is at .214 over that stretch.</p>

<p>As a team, the Pirates are batting just .228, which is 18th in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs, slugging percentage, and OPS. Overall, they are averaging just 4 runs per game, and that number drops to 3.7 at home.</p>

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