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<p>Planning on watching today's Red Flash and Fighting Camels game? Catch the action at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC, as the Fighting Camels hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on FloC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and Campbell is favored by -9.5 vs. Saint Francis U.</p><h3>SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Saint Francis U Have A Chance at Pope Convocation Center?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Red Flash faced a tough challenge on Friday, November 8th, as they went on the road to take on Clemson. Coming into the game as +30 point underdogs, they ended up losing 88-62.</p> <p>Saint Francis U found themselves down 41-20 at halftime but managed to score 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47. Despite the loss, they covered the spread, and the game's total points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Red Flash managed just 62 points, shooting 39.3% from the field and 38.9% on two-point attempts. They connected on 40% of their threes, going 8-for-20 from deep, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.4%.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery and Ian Schieffelin each contributed 16 points, with Zackery shooting 66.7% overall and from three. Aaron Talbert added 17 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc. The team finished with 9 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 58% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 72% shooting, with the other team hitting 21 of 29 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Saint Francis U's defense allowed 12 threes on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Will Campbell Win at Home?</h3><p>Campbell’s season opener saw them fall 65-56 to Virginia on Wednesday. The Fighting Camels were +16.5 underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep things closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 35-26 at halftime, Campbell matched Virginia’s 30 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Campbell's offense put up 56 points in their last game, shooting 40.9% from the field. They connected on 41.7% of their threes, hitting 15 of 36 attempts, and went 12/30 (40%) from inside the arc. Their effective field goal percentage came in at 51.5%.</p> <p>Jacob Cofie led the way with 16 points, shooting 7/8 overall and 2/3 from three. Isaac McKneely and Elijah Saunders each chipped in 11 points, with McKneely shooting 66.7% from the field. Campbell also recorded 18 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even with Campbell's defense giving up 57% shooting, they managed to hold their opponent to 65 points. The Fighting Camels allowed 24 field goals on 42 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Campbell's defense conceded 18 two-point baskets on 29 shots, a 62% conversion rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 makes on 13 attempts, with the opponent shooting 46%.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Tigers and Huskies. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on NESN, and it's hosted by the Huskies at Matthews Arena in Boston, MA. Get ready to place your bets! Princeton is favored by -7 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 148 points.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northeastern Huskies +7</p><p>This game will be played at Matthews Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Northeastern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Princeton Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton opened their season with a 75-68 road win over Duquesne on Friday. The Tigers, who were -6 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-25 at halftime, Princeton turned things around by scoring 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The total points for the game were 143, just under the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 45.8% of their threes (11/24) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%.</p> <p>The Tigers struggled inside, shooting just 41.4% on two-point attempts, and they hit 62.1% of their free throws (18/29). Caden Pierce and Dalen Davis led the team with 17 points each, while Xaivian Lee contributed 13 points and 9 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense held their opponent to 68 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field with a 45% success rate on two-point attempts (16/35).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Princeton gave up 8 three-pointers on 23 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12, shooting 66%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><p>Northeastern opened their season with an 80-72 road win over Boston on Monday, November 4th. The Huskies entered the game as +3 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 39-38 at halftime, Northeastern turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Boston 42-33. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Northeastern's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points on 63.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.3%, thanks in part to their 74.2% shooting on two-point attempts and 43.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>LA Pratt led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 8 from deep, while Harold Woods added 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 75% overall. William Kermoury was nearly perfect, making 6 of 7 shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Northeastern gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 20 two-point buckets on 41 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northeastern's defense conceded 9 threes on 21 attempts, a 42% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 11 times, where they made 5 free throws, shooting 45%. Northeastern allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Northeastern Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>The over/under line is set at 46 points for the week 10 non-conference matchup between the Jets and Cardinals. The Jets are the slight favorite with their point spread at +1. The game, played at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ, will kick off at 4:25 ET and is being televised on CBS. The Cardinals are the money line favorite at -115.</p><h3>NEW YORK JETS VS ARIZONA CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Cardinals -1</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cardinals winning this one by a score of 24 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the Cardinals winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 46 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jets Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>After four straight losses, the Jets got back in the win column with a 21-13 victory over the Texans in week 9, improving their record to 3-6. New York was favored by 2.5 points and covered the spread, but the 34 total points fell short of the 43-point O/U line. The Jets are now 3-6 against the spread, with all three of their ATS wins coming as the favorite.</p> <p>Heading into week 10, the Jets rank 13th in our NFL power rankings and have a 19.7% chance of making the playoffs. They are 2nd in the AFC East with a 1-2 division record and are 3-4 in conference games. New York is 2-2 at home and 1-4 on the road this season.</p><p>In our offensive power rankings, the Jets sit 18th in the NFL. They are 24th in points per game, averaging 19, and 23rd in yards per game with 308.7. New York has been pass-heavy, ranking 4th in passing attempts, resulting in 221 passing yards per game (14th). On the ground, they are 30th in both rushing attempts and yards, with 87.7 per game. The Jets have been solid on 3rd down, converting 40% of their attempts, which ranks 10th in the league.</p> <p>Aaron Rodgers has been playing well, posting a passer rating of 118 in week 9, with 211 yards and 3 touchdowns against the Texans. Breece Hall led the team in rushing with 74 yards on 15 carries, while Davante Adams caught 7 passes for 91 yards and a touchdown. The Jets scored all 21 of their points in the 4th quarter in week 9.</p><p>The Jets' defense was dominant in their 21-13 win over the Texans, despite giving up 187 rushing yards on 36 attempts. They held Houston to just 135 passing yards on 11 completions, with the Texans managing only 4.4 yards per attempt through the air. New York's defense also recorded a massive eight sacks in the game.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks were under constant pressure from the Jets, as they not only had eight sacks but also had a +7 advantage in quarterback hits. The Jets' defense limited the Texans to a 35.3% conversion rate on third downs and just 13 points in the game.</p><h3>Will The Cardinals Win At Home Over The Jets?</h3><p>Following three straight wins, the Cardinals now sit at 5-4, putting them first in the NFC West. After a week 6 loss to the Packers, Arizona bounced back with wins over the Chargers, Dolphins, and Bears. In week 9, they easily handled Chicago, winning 29-9 and covering the 1.5-point spread. The O/U line was 44.5, and the teams combined for 38 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 10, the Cardinals have a 49.4% chance of making the playoffs and a 42.9% chance of winning the division. They rank 17th in our power rankings and have an average scoring margin of -0.8 points per game. Against the spread, Arizona is 6-3, including three straight wins.</p><p>Heading into week 10, Arizona ranks 11th in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23 points per game, and 12th in total yards with 339.8 per game. The Cardinals have been effective on the ground, ranking 7th in rushing yards with 149.7 per game on 28.1 attempts. They are 25th in passing yards, averaging 190.1 per game on 28 attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Kyler Murray threw for 154 yards on 13/20 passing in week 9 against the Bears, after his 307-yard, 2-touchdown performance in week 8. James Conner rushed for 107 yards on 18 carries, and Trey McBride led the team with 35 receiving yards. Arizona scored 17 points in the first half and converted 5 of 13 third downs.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Cardinals' defense was dominant, coming away with six sacks and holding the Bears to just 172 passing yards in their 29-9 win. Arizona's defense really limited Chicago's passing game, as they allowed just 22 completions on 41 attempts (53.7%) and didn't give up any passing touchdowns. The Cardinals also excelled on third downs, allowing the Bears to convert just 21.4% of their third down attempts.<p></p>On the ground, the Cardinals gave up only 69 rushing yards on 23 attempts, and they held the Bears to an average of 3.0 yards per attempt. Arizona's pressure on the quarterback was relentless, as they also won the QB hit battle by a margin of +9.</p>

New York Jets vs Arizona Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>ESPN will be covering this week 11 matchup between the BYU Cougars and Utah Utes, set to kick off at 10:15 ET from Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. The Cougars come in with an 8-0 record, while the Utes are 4-4 on the season. The over/under line is 41.5 points, and BYU is the -4-point favorite on the road. This is a big in-state rivalry game between the two schools.</p><h3>BYU COUGARS VS UTAH UTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Utes +4</p><p>This game will be played at Rice-Eccles Stadium at 10:15 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH UTES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Utah Utes winning this one by a score of 21 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Utah Utes winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The BYU Cougars Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>BYU heads into Week 11 against Utah with an 8-0 record and a 28th-place spot in our power rankings. They are already bowl-eligible and have a 36.6% chance of winning the Big 12. The Cougars also have the 9th best odds of making the CFB playoff, with a 58.9% chance.</p> <p>BYU has been favored in just three games this season but has gone 3-0 as the favorite and 4-0 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin is +15.5 points per game, and they are 6-1 against the spread, including a perfect 4-0 record on the road.</p> <p>The over/under line for this week is 41.5 points. BYU’s games have averaged 54.8 points, and their over/under record is 5-2. Their average over/under line this season has been 49.6 points, with an average margin of +5.3 points.</p><p>BYU’s offense is averaging 35.1 points per game, ranking 21st nationally, and they are 22nd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11. Jake Retzlaff has thrown for 1,870 yards with 17 touchdowns and 7 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 98. BYU is averaging 241.2 passing yards per game, and they are 66th in the country in that category.</p> <p></p><p>On the ground, BYU is averaging 182.2 rushing yards per game. LJ Martin leads the team with 357 yards, 5 touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Darius Lassiter is the leading receiver with 504 yards and 4 touchdowns on 31 catches.</p><p>Despite allowing 24 points in their recent game against UCF, BYU's defense has been strong this season, ranking 17th nationally by giving up just 19.6 points per game. They struggled against UCF, allowing 602 total yards, including 308 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 147.4 rushing yards per game against BYU, while quarterbacks have managed just 185 passing yards per game. BYU's defense ranks 4th in the nation in passer rating allowed (55.4) and 10th in completion percentage allowed (52.2%).</p><h3>Are The Utah Utes Going Win In At Upset At Rice-Eccles Stadium</h3><p>Utah enters Week 11 with a 4-4 record, facing BYU at home. They are 1-2 at home and 2-2 on the road. The Utes have been favored in seven of their eight games but have gone 3-4 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +6.2 points per game, and they are ranked 53rd in our CFB power rankings.</p> <p>Against the spread, Utah is 1-6 this season. They are 0-3 at home and 1-3 on the road ATS. As the favorite, they’ve posted a 1-6 record against the spread.</p> <p>Utah’s over/under record is 1-6, with their games averaging 39.2 points. Their average over/under line is 47.7 points, and this week’s line is set at 41.5 points.</p><p>Utah’s offense has been underwhelming this season, ranking 109th in our offensive power rankings as they head into week 11. They are 79th in scoring, with 22.8 points per game, and have struggled on third downs, converting just 31.1% of their attempts. Their passing game ranks 115th in passer rating, and they are 86th in completion percentage.</p> <p>Isaac Wilson leads the Utes’ passing attack with 1,200 yards, but he has thrown eight interceptions to match his eight touchdowns, giving him a passer rating of 72. On the ground, Micah Bernard has rushed for 782 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry. Dorian Singer leads the receiving corps with 540 yards on 39 catches but has yet to score a touchdown.</p><p>Utah’s defense has been a bright spot this season, ranking 10th nationally by allowing just 16.5 points per game. They’ve held opponents to 169.5 passing yards per game, with a completion rate of 49.6%, the third-lowest in the country. Quarterbacks have a passer rating of just 67.8 against Utah, the 13th-lowest in the nation.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Houston, Utah’s defense allowed 17 points, giving up 234 total yards. Houston ran the ball 39 times for 123 yards and completed all 12 of their pass attempts for 111 yards.</p>

BYU Cougars vs Utah Utes Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<img class="alignleft wp-image-599031" src="http://bangthebook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/first-5-innings-icon.png" alt="" width="150" height="150" />First five inning betting has really grown in popularity in recent years. Instead of <a href="/mlb-money-line-betting-tips/">betting the money line</a>, <a href="/betting-mlb-totals/">total</a>, or <a href="/betting-mlb-run-lines/">run line</a> for all nine innings of a game, bettors can decide to bet the first five innings of a game.

In that scenario, <strong>bets are graded the same as the full game, just with a shorter number of innings.</strong>

Perhaps bettors got tired of bullpens blowing games or they realized that there were more advantageous opportunities with this form of betting, but this really is a betting option that has gotten a lot more traction.
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 	<li>Lines are set for favorites and underdogs</li>
 	<li>Overs and unders are available</li>
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 	<li>The full game favorite is going to be the favorite for the first five innings bets as well.</li>
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<h2>Why First Five Bets are Popular</h2>
One of the advantages to this style of betting is that the <strong>starting pitchers are generally going to be the only pitchers to perform</strong> in the first five innings, unless they have a really bad day or get hurt. The managers decide which bullpen pitchers will be used and bettors have no way to handicap those players because they don't know who will pitch.

<strong>Because we know the starting pitchers, we can home in more on what we expect out of them</strong>. That allows us the ability to have a better idea of what to plan is for during the game and also bet the game accordingly.
<h2>Differences in Odds When Betting MLB First Five Innings</h2>
Usually, there won't be big differences in the full game line and the first five line.

A great starting pitcher on a bad team may get more respect in the first five innings, but that bad team is still likely to be an underdog against a better team. The favorite may be a bigger favorite with a top starting pitcher on the mound, but usually the lines are very close.
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 	<li>A -125 favorite may be more like a -135 favorite on the first five innings money line. A +140 underdog may be more like +135 or +130 depending on the pitcher. For the most part, the lines will be in the same range.</li>
 	<li>Totals are going to be about half of the full game total, but usually with half of a run added to the line. A total of 8 will have a first five innings total of 4 with extra juice or maybe 4.5. After all, five innings are more than half of a regulation nine-inning game.</li>
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<h2>Final thoughts on Betting MLB First Five Innings</h2>
There are few annoyances greater in this business than a bullpen blowing a lead, whether it is for the favorite or the dog. First five betting mostly takes this out of the equation. That being said, starting pitchers can certainly blow a lead to cost a first five bet in the middle innings.

In another <a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb/mlb-betting/">MLB article here at BangTheBook</a>, you can read about starting pitchers and the <a href="https://www.baseballprospectus.com/news/article/28506/baseball-therapy-is-there-a-times-through-the-order-penalty/">Times Through the Order penalty</a>, which is a big deal when it comes to first five betting.

Keep this betting option in mind as an alternative to betting full game money lines and totals because it can be very profitable and can have more edges.

Handicapping MLB First Five Inning Bet

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Yellow Jackets. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ACC, and it's hosted by the Yellow Jackets at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 152.5 points, and Georgia Tech is favored by -12.5 vs. North Florida.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia Tech winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +12.5.</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>Can the Ospreys Grab a Win in Atlanta?</h3><p>North Florida opened their season with a decisive 90-66 win over Charleston Southern on Thursday. The Ospreys, who were -7.5 favorites, not only secured the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>North Florida led 42-35 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 48 of their own.</p><p>North Florida's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 50.8%. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 15 of 29 threes for a 51.7% shooting percentage, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 63.5%.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly led the way with 26 points on 12-of-17 shooting, while Josh Harris added 23 points in just 22 minutes, hitting 8-of-11 shots. Liam Murphy was also efficient, knocking down 5-of-7 threes and finishing with 19 points in 19 minutes.</p><p>Despite North Florida's defensive struggles, they allowed 66 points in their previous game, with their opponent shooting 50% from the field on 32/63 shooting. This included 17/34 (50%) from two-point range.</p> <p>The Ospreys also gave up 15 three-pointers on 29 attempts, with their opponent shooting 51% from beyond the arc. North Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws (61%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Yellow Jackets?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech opened their season with an 85-62 win over West Georgia on Wednesday. The Yellow Jackets were -23.5 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 147, which was right on the O/U line.</p> 

<p>Tech jumped out to a 50-29 lead by halftime but slowed down in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Georgia Tech put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field. Their two-point shooting was a key factor, as they hit 63.4% (26/41) of their attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 7/27 (25.9%).</p> <p>Javian McCollum led the way with 18 points, hitting 3/6 from three-point range and adding 5 assists. The Yellow Jackets also dished out 20 assists as a team and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense gave up 62 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field on 33 of 68 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 26 of 41 shooting, which is 63%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia Tech held the other team to 7 of 27 shooting, or 25%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12, shooting 70%. Georgia Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hawks and Owls face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Owls are hosting the game at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Temple is favored by -3 against Monmouth in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Temple Owls -3</p><p>This game will be played at CURE Insurance Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEMPLE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Temple pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawks faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they went on the road to take on Michigan State. Monmouth, who entered the game as +19.5 point underdogs, fell 81-57 to the Spartans.</p> 

<p>Monmouth trailed 38-27 at halftime and struggled to keep pace in the second half, scoring 30 points while allowing 43. The game’s total points ended at 138, just under the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 27.9% from the field and 26.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 29.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 27 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 34.4%.</p> <p>Jaden Akins led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Abdi Bashir Jr. added 20 points, despite shooting 31.8% overall and 27.3% from three.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 49% shooting. They allowed 62% on two-pointers, with the opponent hitting 27 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Monmouth held the opponent to 16% shooting, as they made just 3 of 18 threes. The opponent also went 18/27 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Are Temple Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple opened their season with an 81-70 win over Sacred Heart on Monday. Despite being -13.5 favorites, the Owls didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 37-36 at halftime, Temple pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-34.</p><p>Temple's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and hitting 47.8% from three-point range, making 11 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, and they connected on 16 of 23 free throws, good for 69.6%.</p> <p>Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the way with 26 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 71.4% from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes. Tanner Thomas added 22 points, while Steve Settle III contributed 16 points and 6 assists, also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Temple's defense struggled in this one, giving up 70 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Owls allowed 27 made baskets on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple gave up 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Temple Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Thursday's Dodgers vs. Mets matchup has a first pitch set for 8:08 PM ET from Citi Field in New York, NY. The Dodgers are favored on the money line (-138) and have a record of 98-64, while the Mets are 89-73 and will be looking to pull off the upset.</p>

<p>FS1 will be televising this NL matchup, and the over/under line is currently 7.5 runs. Jose Quintana will be starting for the Mets, while the Dodgers are going with Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Los Angeles is currently on a five-game winning streak.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline -138</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 8:08 ET on Thursday, October 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 4 to 3</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mets to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 7 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>Los Angeles cruised to an easy 8-0 win over the Mets in the most recent game of this series. The Dodgers had a huge 2nd inning, scoring seven of their eight runs. As for the Mets, they had their best chance to score in the 5th, but left the bases loaded.</p>

<p>Walker Buehler only went four innings for the Dodgers but didn't give up a run. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued two walks. Michael Kopech came out of the bullpen for the win. As for the Mets, Luis Severino had a rough outing, giving up six runs in just 4 2/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Enrique Hernandez and Max Muncy each homered for the Dodgers, while Shohei Ohtani went 1/4 with three RBIs. Will Smith also had a two-hit game at the plate.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>As the Dodgers prepare for game four of their series against the Mets, they hold a 2-1 lead and are on the road. Los Angeles went 46-35 away from home during the regular season, while posting a 52-29 record at home. They’ve won five straight overall and two in a row on the road. As road favorites, they went 43-23 this year.</p> <p>Los Angeles finished the regular season with an 87-83 run line record, including 44-40 on the road. They’ve covered the run line in three straight road games. Their games have averaged 9.4 total runs this season, while today’s over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. The Dodgers’ over/under record is 96-69, and the over has hit in their last three games.</p><p>Right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start for the Dodgers today as he faces the Mets on the road. He has made 18 starts this year and has a record of 7-2 with a 3.00 ERA. Yamamoto's WHIP for the season is currently 1.11. In his 18 starts, he has turned in seven quality starts and is averaging 10.5 strikeouts per nine innings. Looking back at his last outing, Yamamoto went five innings, picking up the win and not allowing a run. Before that, he had allowed at least two homers in back-to-back outings.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 54 home runs are the 2nd most in the league. His 130 RBIs are also the 2nd most in the MLB. Ohtani is batting .310 for the season and has an on-base percentage of .390. Teoscar Hernandez is also a big power threat in the Dodgers lineup, as he is 2nd on the team with 33 homers and has driven in 99 runs.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes into the game as the league's top-scoring offense, averaging 5.2 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.5 runs per contest. Overall, the Dodgers are 3rd in home runs and have the league's best slugging percentage and OPS.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>Facing a must-win game four, the Mets look to even their series against the Dodgers, who lead 2-1. New York posted a 46-35 home record during the regular season, compared to 43-38 on the road. As favorites, they went 60-39, while finishing 35-38 as underdogs.</p> 

<p>New York’s run line record for the season is 89-83, with a home run margin of +0.6 compared to +0.3 on the road. At home, their run line record is 40-44. The Mets’ over/under record stands at 89-78, and the over has hit in their last three games. Today’s 7.5-run line is below their season average of 8 runs.</p><p>New York is sending left-hander Jose Quintana to the mound today vs. the Dodgers. Quintana has made 31 starts this season and has a record of 10-10 with an ERA of 3.75. For the year, he has a WHIP of 1.25 and has turned in 12 quality starts. In his last outing, Quintana finished with a no-decision, going five innings and giving up one earned run on six hits. Before that, he had gone six innings without giving up an earned run. Quintana has given up a total of 22 home runs this year.</p><p>Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso have been two of the Mets' top power threats this season, as Lindor has 33 homers, and Alonso has 34. Lindor comes into the game with a team-high 91 RBIs, while Alonso is 3rd on the team with 88 RBIs. Lindor is batting .273 for the season, and Alonso is at .240.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are 7th in the league in scoring at 4.7 runs per game. They have been even better on the road this season, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. New York comes into the game with a team batting average of .246, which is 8th in the league.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction 10/17/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Purple Eagles and Titans face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Titans are hosting the game at Calihan Hall in Detroit, MI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and Detroit is favored by -2.5 at home against Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS DETROIT TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Titans -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Calihan Hall at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Titans.</li><li>Not only will Detroit pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</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>Will the Niagara Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Niagara Purple Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Niagara faced a tough challenge on Thursday, November 7th, as they went on the road to take on Michigan State. The Purple Eagles, who were +29.5 point underdogs, lost 96-60. The total points for the game ended up at 156, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Niagara was competitive in the first half, trailing 46-39 at the break. However, things fell apart in the second half, where they managed just 21 points while allowing 50.</p><p>In their recent game, the Purple Eagles managed just 60 points, shooting 37.7% from the field and 34.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they hit 61.1% of their free throws.</p> <p>Jaxon Kohler led the way with 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Jahari Williamson and Jase Richardson each added 12 points, with Williamson hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Niagara's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 96 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Purple Eagles allowed their opponent to hit 59% of their two-point attempts, as they went 29/49 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Niagara's opponent shot 6/18, good for 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, an 80% clip. Niagara also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Detroit Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Detroit Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Titans dropped their season opener to Loyola Chicago on Thursday, losing 87-65 on the road. Detroit entered the game as +24.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Detroit trailed 50-33 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 32 points while allowing 37. The game’s total points reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Detroit struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.9% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 39%. They managed to score 65 points, with 19 of those coming from the free-throw line, where they shot 65.5%.</p> <p>Sheldon Edwards Jr. and Jalen DeLoach were bright spots, with Edwards hitting 62.5% of his shots, including 3 of 6 from deep, while DeLoach connected on 5 of 7 attempts. Mak Manciel and Jayden Dawson struggled, combining to shoot 7 of 26 overall and 4 of 19 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Detroit's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Titans allowed their opponent to connect on 72% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 29 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Detroit held their opponent to 8/30 shooting, or 26%. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they hit 21 free throws for 77%. The Titans also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs Detroit Titans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Crimson and Eagles. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Eagles at Bender Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 139.5 points, and American is favored by -1.5 at home against Harvard.</p><h3>HARVARD CRIMSON VS AMERICAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bender Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, November 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will American pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</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 Crimson Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Harvard dropped their season opener on Friday, falling 85-80 to Navy. The Crimson were +2 underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 165 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 137.</p> <p>Harvard trailed 40-34 at halftime but scored 46 points in the 2nd half. However, they couldn’t tighten up defensively, allowing 45 points after the break.</p><p>Harvard's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 64.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 12 threes in total. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, hitting just 53.3% from the line.</p> <p>Austin Benigni led the way with 34 points and 7 assists, despite shooting 40% overall and 33.3% from three. Robert Hinton added 26 points, shooting 57.9% from the field. Thomas Batties II and Chandler Pigge both shot 66.7%, with Pigge hitting 75% of his threes and Batties connecting on 71.4% from deep.</p><p>Harvard's defense gave up 85 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 7 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 29%. Harvard also sent them to the line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, an 84% success rate. Harvard gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Eagles Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>American opened their season with a 65-52 loss to La Salle on Monday, November 4th. The Eagles were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 117, falling short of the O/U line of 137.</p> 

<p>American struggled early, trailing 33-22 at halftime. They scored 30 points in the 2nd half but allowed 32, unable to make up ground on the Explorers.</p><p>In their latest game, the American Eagles struggled offensively, putting up just 52 points while shooting 36.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they connected on only 29% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-31 from deep.</p> <p>Corey McKeithan led the Eagles with 16 points and 3 assists, shooting 42.9% from the floor and 40% from beyond the arc. Jahlil White contributed 15 points, hitting 5 of his 8 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and added 6 rebounds.</p><p>American's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a 41% shooting performance from the field (23/55). Inside the arc, the Eagles allowed 18 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 46% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Eagles gave up 5 threes on 16 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31%. At the free-throw line, American's opponent went 14/18, hitting 77% of their free throws. The Eagles also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Harvard Crimson vs American Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/10/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sharks and Warriors face off at 3:00 ET on NEC. The Warriors are hosting the game at Hammel Court in North Andover, MA. The over/under for this Northeast conference contest is set at 139 points, with Merrimack College being favored by -11.5 at home against LIU.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hammel Court at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Sharks Ready for a Win at North Andover?</h3><p>LIU Brooklyn has struggled on the road this season, going just 2-13 away from home. Their average margin of defeat on the road is -15.9, and they have lost four straight games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Sharks are 6-18 this season, including a 5-7 record in the Northeast Conference. In their last game, they fell to Fairleigh Dickinson by a score of 84-82.</p><p>As the underdog this season, LIU has gone 12-10 vs. the spread. Their road ATS mark is 8-7, and they have gone 1-2 vs. the spread in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Sharks have an ATS record of 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 139 is lower than the average over/under line in LIU's games this season (146.5). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 152 points.</p><p>LIU recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 82 points against Fairleigh Dickinson. This output exceeded their season average of 66.6 points per game. Leading LIU in scoring vs. Fairleigh Dickinson was Tana Kopa with his 18 points. R.J. Greene also added 18 points for the Sharks.</p><p>Currently, the Sharks' defense holds the 286th rank in the nation, allowing 77.4 points per game. So far, the LIU defense is giving up an average of 9.4 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13.8 times per game (693rd).</p><h3>Will Merrimack College Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>After defeating Stonehill by a score of 66-63, Merrimack College has won seven straight games and now has an overall record of 16-10. The Warriors are 10-2 in Northeast Conference action compared to a mark of 6-8 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>At home, Merrimack is 7-2 this season and has gone 8-2 in its last 10 games. So far, the Warriors have been favored in 16 of their 26 games, going 12-4 in those matchups.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Merrimack has gone 7-8-1 vs. the spread and is 4-5-1 in their last 10 games as the favorite. At home, the Warriors are 5-4 ATS this year and 5-4 in their last 10 games as the favorite.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Merrimack games is 10-14, and today's line of 139 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (134.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 135 points, and their OU record during that stretch is 1-2.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Merrimack College offense ended with 66 points against Stonehill. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 43.6% and made 7 threes. The Merrimack College offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 22.9 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 29% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>At present, the Warriors' defense is nationally ranked 40th, allowing 66.0 points per game. Against Stonehill, the Warriors' defense gave up 63 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Stonehill only made 5 free-throws.</p>

LIU Sharks vs Merrimack College Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>At 8:10 PM ET, the Athletics and Astros will face off in an AL West matchup. This one is being played at Minute Maid Park in Houston and features a money line odds payout of -189 for the Astros and +157 for the Athletics. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Spencer Arrighetti is starting for the Astros, and he is facing off against Ross Stripling for the Athletics. Oakland comes in with a record of 19-23, while the Astros are 15-25.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Monday, May 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Athletics to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics wrapped up their series vs. the Mariners with an 8-4 loss on the road. Oakland was the +185 underdog going into this matchup. Things started off well for the Athletics, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Mariners scored four times in the bottom of the first.</p>

<p>Oakland started Alex Wood, and he took the loss, going only two innings and giving up four earned runs on four hits. The Athletics also issued four walks in thejson to go along with the four hits.</p><p>The Athletics kick off their series vs. the Astros with an overall record of 19-23, which has them 3rd in the AL West. Currently, they trail the Mariners by 3.5 games in the division. Oakland's overall record is 4-6 in the AL West, and they are coming off losing their series vs. the Mariners.</p>

<p>At home, the Athletics are 10-13 this season, and they are just above .500 at 9-10 on the road. So far, they have been good as the underdog, putting together a mark of 15-22. Oakland is also 4-1 when favored this season. The team's overall series record is 6-6-1, and they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>The A's have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 23-19 overall. They have been especially good on the road, going 11-8 on the run line. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 21-16 on the run line. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.4, while it is -4.2 in losing games.</p><p>After going under in 31 of their first 37 games, the Athletics have now gone over the total in six straight games. The combined run average in those six games is 12.3, well above their season average of 8.7. Today's over/under line of 8.5 runs is the highest line they've seen in any game this season, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 5-4.</p><p>Ross Stripling gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Astros on the road. So far this season, he has made eight starts and has a record of 1-6. Stripling's ERA is 5.14, and he has a WHIP of 1.57. The right-hander has made two quality starts this year and is coming off a rough outing where he gave up five earned runs in just 1 2/3 innings of work. In that outing, he gave up two homers. Before that, he had not allowed a homer in three straight starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Athletics offense is batting just .222, which is 19th in the league. However, they do have the 4th best isolated power mark in the league and are 4th in the league in home runs. As a team, they are averaging 4 runs per game, which is 22nd in the MLB. At home, they have been a little better, averaging 4.5 runs per contest.</p>

<p>Abraham Toro and Brent Rooker have been the Athletics' top two run producers this season, with Toro batting .299 with 17 RBIs and Rooker coming in with a team-high 27 RBIs to go along with his 10 homers. Rooker has been especially hot of late, going 11/24 in his last six games, with two homers and seven RBIs. Shea Langeliers is also coming off a stretch in which he went 7/16 with two homers and eight RBIs.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Houston closed out their series vs. the Tigers with an impressive 9-3 win. Heading into the game, the Astros were the slight favorite at -104 on the money line. It was a big 3rd inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Tigers could only score three runs, all of which came in the 4th.</p>

<p>Justin Verlander put together a good start for the Astros, going seven innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out eight Tigers batters. Kyle Tucker was hot at the plate, going 3/3 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>The Astros are 4th in the AL West, trailing the Mariners by 6.5 games. So far, they are 5-5 against other teams in their division. Overall, the Astros are 15-25 heading into today's home matchup vs. the Athletics. Houston is 7-12 at home this year and 8-13 on the road.</p>

<p>When favored, the Astros are 11-19 this year and 4-6 as the underdog. The team's overall series record is 5-7-1, and they won their most recent series vs. the Tigers. Looking at their overall record, the Astros have gone 5-5 over their last ten games.</p><p>Despite being 7-12 against the run line at home, the Astros have been a good bet overall, with a 15-25 record. They have been a better bet on the road, going 8-13 against the run line. The Astros have been a good bet in games they win, with an average run margin of +4.7 runs per game.</p><p>The Houston Astros have been trending towards the over recently, with their last two games going over the total. Their games have averaged 9.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 15-23. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, their record is 4-5. Overall, 60% of their games this season have had over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Spencer Arrighetti is getting the start for the Astros today, and he's looking to get his first win of the season. He has taken the loss in each of his first two outings, most recently going 5 innings and giving up 5 runs on 8 hits against the Yankees. However, he did strike out 6 batters in his first start of the year vs. the Guardians.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Astros are the top-hitting team in the league, with a team batting average of .262. They are also the league's top home run hitting team, and their team on-base percentage is 5th in the league. Kyle Tucker has been a big reason for their power numbers, as he leads the league with 13 home runs and is also 8th in the league with 28 RBIs. Tucker has also gone deep five times in his last six games.</p>

<p>Jeremy Peña has been on a tear of late, going 11/27 in his last seven games, including one home run. For the season, he is batting .340, which is the best mark on the team. Yordan Alvarez is also among the league's home run leaders, as his eight homers is good for 2nd on the team and 6th in the league.</p>

Oakland Athletics vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 5/13/24

<p>At 8:40 PM from PETCO Park in San Diego, we have an NL West matchup between the Dodgers and Padres. Los Angeles comes in with a record of 26-14, while the Padres are 21-20. The over/under line is at 9 runs, and the Dodgers are the favorite on the money line at -147.</p>

<p>James Paxton is going for the Dodgers, and he is facing off against Matt Waldron for the Padres. You can catch this one on TV on the MLB Network.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO PADRES VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Padres Moneyline +122</p><p>This game will be played at PETCO Park at 8:40 ET on Saturday, May 11th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS PADRES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Padres 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>San Diego picked up a 2-1 win over the Dodgers in the most recent game of this series. The Padres offense only had three hits in the game but still picked up the win thanks to a good outing from Michael King, who went seven innings and gave up just two hits and no earned runs.</p>

<p>On the other side, Tyler Glasnow started for the Dodgers and gave up just one hit and one earned run in seven innings of work. He finished the game with 10 strikeouts but took the loss.</p>

<p>Luis Campusano was the difference for the Padres, as he homered twice, scored three times, and finished with two RBIs. Shohei Ohtani did the most damage for the Dodgers, going 2/4 with two RBIs.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is 26-14 overall and leads the NL West by 5.5 games over the Padres. So far, they have gone 7-5 in divisional matchups. The Dodgers have been really good in series this year, putting together an 8-5 mark, and they have won five straight series.</p>

<p>At home, the Dodgers have gone 15-8 this year, and they have been good on the road, entering today's game with an 11-6 mark. This year, the Dodgers have been the favorite in all but two of their games, and they are 25-13 in those matchups. As the road favorite, the Dodgers are 11-5 this year. Their overall record is impressive, and they have gone 8-2 over their last 10 games. Today, they will be looking to bounce back after dropping the series opener vs. the Padres.</p><p>When betting the Dodgers on the run line this season, they have been a solid play, going 21-19. The Dodgers have been particularly good on the road, going 10-7 on the run line. They have an average run margin of 1.8 runs per game this season, and their average run margin in winning games is 4.1 runs per game.</p><p>The Dodgers have had a combined run average of 8.9 runs per game this season, and the over/under line for their games has been set at an average of 9 runs. Their over/under record for the season is 22-18, and when the line has been set at 9 runs, their record is 2-2. So far this season, 72.5% of their games have had over/under lines set below 9 runs.</p><p>James Paxton is looking to build off his last outing, where he gave up just one earned run in 6 2/3 innings of work. In that outing vs. the Braves, he only gave up five hits and issued two walks. Paxton has made six starts this year and has a record of 4-0 to go along with a 3.06 ERA. Opponents are batting .224 off the left-hander this season. So far, he has turned in two quality starts and is averaging 5.01 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, Paxton has issued 6.68 walks per nine innings. Per the notes, he has a BB/9 of 4.04 on the road compared to 2.25 at home.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been red hot for the Dodgers of late, going 8/17 in his last five games with three homers and five RBIs. For the season, he is batting .359, which is the best mark on the team. Ohtani's 11 homers is 2nd in the league and the top mark on the team. Teoscar Hernandez is also swinging a hot bat, going 5/16 in his last five games with three homers and six RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Dodgers are the top-scoring team in the league, averaging 5.4 runs per game. They also lead the league in batting average, on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS. Not only are they the best home run hitting team in the league, but they also have the best team batting average in the league.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>San Diego is hosting the Dodgers today with an overall record of 21-20, which has them 2nd in the NL West. So far, they have gone 11-9 in divisional matchups and are 5.5 games behind the Dodgers for the division lead. The Padres have won two straight games and are 7-3 over their last 10.</p>

<p>The Padres have won three straight games at home, and they are 9-12 at home this year. On the road, San Diego is 12-8 this season. So far, they have been the favorite in 24 games, going 13-11 as the favorite. As the underdog, the Padres are 8-9 this year.</p><p>San Diego has been a strong play on the run line overall this season, going 23-18. They've been especially good on the run line on the road, going 16-4. However, they've been a poor bet at home on the run line, going just 7-14. They've been a better bet as the underdog, going 12-5 on the run line compared to 11-13 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.8, while it's -3.1 in losses.</p><p>San Diego's over/under record for the season is 21-19, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. The over/under line for today's game against the Dodgers is set at 9 runs, which is just the third time this season the Padres have had an over/under line of 9 or higher. Their games have averaged 9.3 runs per game, and their last three games have all gone under the total, with the combined runs scored in those games being 3, 3, and 5.</p><p>Right-hander Matt Waldron gets the start for the Padres today as he faces the Dodgers at home. He has made seven starts this year and has a record of 1-4 with a 5.82 ERA. Waldron's WHIP for the season is 1.56. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up seven earned runs in three innings of work. Before that, he had pitched well, allowing just one earned run in back-to-back outings. Waldron has given up at least one homer in three straight starts.</p><p>San Diego has been one of the league's best offensive teams so far this season, averaging 4.9 runs per game and batting a collective .257, which is the 3rd best mark in the league. They have also been a good home run hitting team, as their 42 homers is 8th in the league. The Padres have been even better on the road this season, averaging 5.4 runs per game.</p>

<p>Jurickson Profar and Jake Cronenworth have been swinging the bat well for the Padres of late, with both players hitting two home runs in their last nine games, while Profar is batting .394 and Cronenworth is at .351 in this stretch. Profar's 27 RBIs is the best mark on the team and 7th best in the league. Fernando Tatis Jr. also has seven homers this season but is batting just .250.</p>

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