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<p>ESPN is handling the television broadcast for this Rate Bowl matchup between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Kansas State Wildcats, set for 5:30 ET on Thursday, December 26th, at Chase Field in Phoenix. The Wildcats are the -7-point favorites as the home team, even though the game is being played on a neutral site. The over/under line is currently at 51.5 points. Kansas State enters the game with an 8-4 record, while Rutgers is 7-5 on the season.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS KANSAS STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats -7</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 5:30 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Kansas State Wildcats winning this one by a score of 32 to 24</li><li>Not only do we have the Kansas State Wildcats winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -7</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 51.5 points</li></ul><h3>Are The Rutgers Scarlet Knights A Candidate To Pull Off An Upset?</h3><p>Rutgers enters their Week 1 matchup against Kansas State with a 7-5 record. They’ve gone 3-3 on the road and 3-2 at home. The Scarlet Knights have been favored in five games this season, going 2-3 in those contests, while they’ve posted a 4-2 record as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Rutgers is 6-4-1, with a 3-1-1 record on the road and a 3-3 mark at home. They’ve gone 2-3 ATS as the favorite and 4-1-1 as the underdog, with an average scoring margin of +4.1 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>Rutgers’ over/under record stands at 8-3, with their games averaging 51.8 points. Their average over/under line this season is 46.1 points, and this week’s line is set at 51.5 points.</p><p>Rutgers’ offense is ranked 36th in our power rankings heading into week 1, and they are averaging 27.9 points per game, which places them 50th in the country. Their ground game has been their strength, with 179 rushing yards per game on 39.6 attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Kyle Monangai leads the rushing attack with 1,279 yards, 13 touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has thrown for 2,459 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 84.</p><p>Rutgers' defense played a key role in their 41-14 win over Michigan State, allowing just 14 points. They gave up 276 total yards, including 126 rushing yards on 23 attempts and 150 passing yards, while also forcing an interception.</p><p></p><p>On average, Rutgers' defense is allowing 23.8 points per game this season. Opponents are averaging 150.8 rushing yards per game on 29.5 attempts, while quarterbacks have thrown for 234.1 yards per game, completing 60.1% of their passes.</p><h3>Can The Kansas State Wildcats Win As The Favorite On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Kansas State enters Week 1 against Rutgers with an 8-4 record. They’ve been strong at home, going 4-1, while their road record stands at 3-3. The Wildcats have been favored in 10 of their 12 games, posting a 7-3 record in those matchups.</p><p></p><p>Their ATS record is 4-7, with a +7.8 average scoring margin. At home, they are 3-2 against the spread, but on the road, they’ve struggled with a 1-5 ATS record.</p><p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 51.5 points. Kansas State’s games have averaged 51.7 points, and their average over/under line is 53.3 points. So far, their over/under record is 5-6.</p><p>Kansas State’s offense is ranked 39th in our college football offensive power rankings heading into this week. They are also 40th in points per game, scoring 29.8 per contest. The Wildcats have been more effective on the ground, averaging 207 rushing yards per game, which ranks 21st nationally.</p> <p>DJ Giddens leads the rushing attack with 1,343 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored seven touchdowns. Quarterback Avery Johnson has thrown for 2,517 yards and 22 touchdowns, but he has also been intercepted nine times and has a passer rating of 92.</p><p>Kansas State’s defense, ranked 26th nationally, is giving up 21.9 points per game this season. They’ve allowed 223.7 passing yards per game, ranking 100th, with a 62.5% completion rate and a 90.8 passer rating.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Iowa State, Kansas State allowed 29 points, giving up 341 total yards, including 214 passing yards and 127 rushing yards. They also forced one interception.</p>

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<p>With the over/under line set at 42.5 points, the Chiefs and Steelers will face off on Wednesday, December 25th at 1:00 ET. The Chiefs are the road favorite with a money line of -146, while the Steelers' money line sits at +123. The game is being televised on NFLX, and the Chiefs are -2.5 point road favorites. Both teams need to add their records, and this AFC matchup is taking place at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS PITTSBURGH STEELERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 22 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chiefs Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 14-1 record, the Chiefs have a 100% chance of making the playoffs and winning the AFC West. They are on a 5-game winning streak, including a 27-19 win over the Texans in week 16. Kansas City was favored by 3 points and covered the spread, and the 46 points scored in the game went over the 42.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 6th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +5.2 points per game and are 6-8-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 7-8, with their games averaging 42.3 points per game.</p><p>Patrick Mahomes has been consistent over the last three weeks, with passer ratings of 88, 78, and 93 in week 16. Against the Texans, he threw for 260 yards (28/41) and a touchdown without an interception. Xavier Worthy led the team with 7 catches for 65 yards, while Kareem Hunt added 55 rushing yards on 11 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 8th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (51%) and are 11th in points per game (23.7). Kansas City is 12th in passing yards per game (225.9) and 15th in rushing (112.9 yards per game).</p><p>In their 27-19 win over the Texans, the Chiefs' defense allowed just 84 rushing yards on 17 attempts. They picked off two passes and held Houston to 2-of-5 on fourth down attempts. The Chiefs gave up 227 yards through the air, with Houston completing 59% of their passes, and two passing touchdowns. Additionally, the Chiefs allowed the Texans to convert on 53.8% of their third down attempts.<p></p>Kansas City's defense put pressure on the quarterback throughout the game, finishing with two sacks and winning the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. Despite allowing a couple of passing touchdowns, the Chiefs' defense played well enough to help secure the win.</p><h3>Will The Steelers Win At Home Over The Chiefs?</h3><p>Despite a two-game losing streak, the Steelers remain 1st in the AFC North with a 10-5 record. After a week 14 win over the Browns, Pittsburgh has dropped two straight, including a 34-17 loss to the Ravens in week 16. The Steelers were 7-point underdogs in that game, and the 51 points scored went over the 44-point line.</p> <p>According to our projections, Pittsburgh has a 47.4% chance of winning the division and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 12th in our NFL power rankings. The Steelers have a +3.6 scoring margin and are 10-5 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 43.5 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Steelers sit 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.5 points per game, which ranks 12th in the league. They are 19th in total yards per game, with 324.9, and rank 25th in passing yards, averaging 198.9 per game on 28.7 attempts. On the ground, Pittsburgh is 2nd in rushing attempts and 11th in rushing yards per game, with 126.</p> <p>In week 16, Russell Wilson threw for 217 yards (22/33), with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. Calvin Austin III led the team with 4 catches for 65 yards, while Jaylen Warren had 48 rushing yards on 12 carries. The Steelers scored 7 points in the 3rd quarter against the Ravens but were shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Steelers' defense struggled to stop the run in their 34-17 loss to the Ravens, giving up 220 yards on 38 attempts, which is 5.8 yards per attempt. Despite allowing just 198 passing yards, Pittsburgh gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed big plays in the passing game, with the Ravens averaging 8.6 yards per attempt.<p></p>Pittsburgh's defense managed only one sack and allowed the Ravens to convert on 40% of their third downs. The Steelers also struggled to generate consistent pressure, losing the quarterback hit differential by -6 and the tackles for loss differential by -2.</p>

Kansas City Chiefs vs Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>Betting on today's Maple Leafs and Red Wings game? Catch the action at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI, as the Red Wings hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Maple Leafs are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Atlantic division matchup against the Red Wings. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>With the Maple Leafs being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Maple Leafs.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Red Wings (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>After a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, the Maple Leafs now stand at 21-12-2. Toronto, as the puck line underdog, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but both teams combined for just 3.</p> 

<p>Toronto fell behind early, giving up a goal at 9:41 in the first period. They tied it up with 52 seconds left in the first, thanks to a goal from William Nylander. The Wild secured the win with a goal at 17:46 in overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense came up short in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, with Auston Matthews earning his 6th assist and Mitchell Marner his 12th. The Leafs took 28 shots on goal but only managed to score once, with Nylander's goal coming on a power play.</p> <p>Toronto had 10 giveaways and failed to score after the first period. They were shut out in the second, third, and overtime periods.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Maple Leafs will look to bounce back after allowing the game-winning goal 2:14 into overtime in their last game. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves, finishing with a 93.9% save percentage. Toronto's defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will the Red Wings Win at Home?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>After giving up a goal in the first period, Detroit responded with two goals in the second. Both of their goals came on the power play, with Dylan Larkin finding the net each time.</p><p>After a scoreless first period, the Red Wings found the net twice in the second, both on power plays. Dylan Larkin was responsible for both goals, bringing his season total to 7. He took 4 shots on goal in the game.</p> <p>Lucas Raymond earned his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal, while Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on the first. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but had 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, Detroit will look to build on their last game, where they gave up just 1 goal to Buffalo. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways, 11 hits, and 16 blocks. The only goal they allowed was a short-handed tally from Alex Tuch at 11:39 in the 1st period.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/27/24

<p>The Bulldogs and Yellow Jackets are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ACC. The Yellow Jackets will host the game at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA. Georgia is favored by -1.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 154.5 points.</p><h3>GEORGIA BULLDOGS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulldogs Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Georgia Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Georgia improved to 2-0 with a 90-77 win over North Florida on Tuesday. The Bulldogs were -15.5 point favorites heading into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 167, surpassing the O/U line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>Georgia got off to a strong start, leading 43-31 at halftime. However, they allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 47, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Georgia's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points while shooting 53.4% from the field. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-15, and were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 78.6% of their shots. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 58.6%, and they grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, leading to 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Liam Murphy and RJ Godfrey were key contributors, each playing 24 minutes. Murphy hit 5-of-7 from deep, finishing with 22 points, while Godfrey added 21 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 8-of-11 overall. Tyrin Lawrence was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Georgia's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 31 made baskets on 58 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Georgia allowed 25 made two-point shots on 43 attempts, a 58% shooting rate. From three-point range, they gave up 6 threes on 15 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 40%. Georgia also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 78%. The Bulldogs allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Yellow Jackets Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Georgia Tech improved to 2-0 on the season with an 81-62 win over Texas Southern on Tuesday. The Yellow Jackets, who were -16.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Georgia Tech dominated the first half, leading 49-25 at the break. However, they allowed 37 points in the second half while scoring 32. The total points for the game were 143, falling short of the 154 O/U line.</p><p>Georgia Tech's offense put up 81 points in their last game, despite shooting just 37.9% from the field. They hit 11 of 36 from beyond the arc, shooting 30.6% from three-point range, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%.</p> <p>The Yellow Jackets were strong at the free-throw line, making 26 of 34 attempts for a 76.5% success rate. Baye Ndongo led the team with 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Naithan George added 16 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense held their opponent to 62 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 11 made threes on 36 attempts, a 30% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Georgia Tech's opponent went 26/34, hitting 76% of their attempts. The Yellow Jackets also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Georgia Bulldogs vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

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<p>The Wild and Kings are set to face off at 9:30 ET on ESPN. The Kings will host the game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Kings are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Wild in a Western conference matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 9:30 ET on Monday, April 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Kings to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Kings on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><p><p>Minnesota comes into tonight's game with a record of 38-32-10, putting them in 10th place in the Western Conference and 6th in the Central Division. On the road this season, the Wild are 18-18-4.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Minnesota has gone 4-6, and they have dropped four straight games when they have been the underdog. On the year, the Wild have been the underdog in 42 of their games and have gone 12-25-5 in those games.</p></p><p>Minnesota enters the game with an overall puck line record of 41-39, including a road puck line record of 22-18. So far this season, the Wild have 26 wins by multiple goals compared to 12 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Minnesota has gone just 4-6 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin this year sits at -.2 goals per contest. As the underdog, the Wild's puck line record is 24-18, and their average scoring differential in those games is at -1.1 goals.</p> <p>Games involving Minnesota have an average of 6.3 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.1. In terms of their over/under performance, the Wild come in with a record of 39-37-4.</p><p>Although Minnesota has a straight up record of 1-2 in their last three road games, they have not held up as well vs the puck line going 1-2. The team averaged 3 goals per game in these games.</p><p>Offensively, the Wild come into the game at 3 goals per contest placing 21st in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 20th position in the league. This season, the Wild have a 23-15 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 14-17 record.</p><p>Minnesota's current leading scorer is Kirill Kaprizov. This season, he has 44 goals, which puts him 9th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Kaprizov has 49 assists this season.</p><p>Los Angeles defense takes on the Wild ranked 29th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 28.1 shots per game against Los Angeles. They also are 5th in shutouts, with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Los Angeles, goalie Filip Gustavsson has started 42 games in this season. His current record is 19-18, and his save percentage stands at 0.754%.</p><h3>Can the Kings Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Kings have gone 21-11-7, and they have won eight straight games at the Staples Center. Over their last ten games, Los Angeles is 6-4, and they have a record of 43-26-11 overall. In the Western Conference, the Kings are in 7th place, and they are 3rd in the Pacific Division. In games against other Western Conference teams, Los Angeles has gone 26-22.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Kings have gone 31-17-7 this season, and they have won their last two games when favored. Over their last five games, Los Angeles has a record of 4-1, and they have won two straight games. Against the Wild this season, the Kings have gone 2-1, and they have won two of their last three games.</p></p><p>When favored, the Kings have gone 22-33 against the puck line this season, including a mark of 7-3 in their last ten home games. Overall, the team's puck line record for the year is 39-41.</p>

<p>Los Angeles has 29 wins by multiple goals compared to 20 losses by multiple goals. Their average scoring margin at home is +.8 goals per game.</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 30-47-3.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Wild offense has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. Minnesota posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>The Kings come into the game scoring an average of 3.1 goals per game, putting them 18th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 9th in the league. In terms of the Kings' offense during power plays, they are 14th in power play goals and 5th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Los Angeles' leading scorer is Trevor Moore. So far, he has 30 goals which is 42nd in the NHL. Moore also comes into the game with 25 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Kings head into the game ranked 29th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.1 shots per game against Los Angeles. So far, they are 5th in shutouts, achieving 7 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Cam Talbot gets the start and has made 50 starts this season. His record at this point is 26-19, and his save percentage is 0.912%.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 4/15/24

<p>The Bengals are favored at -177 on the money line as they face the Broncos on Saturday, December 28th at 4:30 ET on NFLN. The Broncos are +150 on the money line, and the point spread is sitting at -3 in favor of the Bengals. The over/under line is 50 points for this week 17 AFC matchup being played at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, OH.</p><h3>DENVER BRONCOS VS CINCINNATI BENGALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Bengals -3</p><p>This game will be played at Paycor Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI BENGALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bengals winning this one by a score of 31 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Bengals winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -3</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Broncos Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Broncos hold a 9-6 record, putting their playoff chances at 78.6% despite sitting 20th in our power rankings. Denver is 11-4 against the spread, including a 7-0 mark as favorites. Their O/U record is 10-5, with the over hitting in four straight games.</p> <p>In week 16, the Broncos couldn’t extend their win streak to four games, falling 34-27 to the Chargers. Denver was a 3-point underdog and couldn’t cover the spread. The 61 combined points easily surpassed the 41.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Broncos rank 22nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 10th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 24.2, but sit 22nd in passing yards per game with 205.5, despite being 10th in passing attempts. Denver is 19th in rushing yards per game, averaging 108.5 on 26.1 attempts per game. On 3rd down, they rank 19th with a conversion rate of 37.7% and are 20th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 16, Bo Nix threw for 263 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 29 of 40 passes without an interception. Marvin Mims Jr. led the team with 62 receiving yards on 3 catches, and Audric Estime had 48 rushing yards on 9 carries. Denver scored 17 points in the first half but managed only 3 points in the 4th quarter against the Chargers.</p><p>In their 34-27 loss to the Chargers, the Broncos' defense allowed 380 yards and 74.2% completions. They gave up 263 passing yards, with the Chargers averaging 8.5 yards per attempt through the air. Denver defended the run decently, allowing 117 yards on 28 attempts (4.2 yards per attempt).<p></p>Despite struggling to get off the field, the Broncos did come up with one interception and recorded two sacks. The Chargers converted on 50% of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Will The Bengals Win At Home Over The Broncos?</h3><p>The Bengals have won three straight games, improving their record to 7-8. After a week 13 loss to the Steelers, Cincinnati bounced back with consecutive wins over the Cowboys, Titans, and Browns. In week 16, they easily handled Cleveland, winning 24-6 and covering the 10-point spread. This puts the Bengals at 9-6 ATS this season, with an average scoring margin of +2 points per game.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, Cincinnati ranks 15th in our power rankings and has a 6.7% chance of making the playoffs. They are 3rd in the AFC North with a 2-3 division record. The Bengals are 5-3 on the road but just 2-5 at home this season.</p><p>Joe Burrow has thrown for 3 touchdowns in each of his last three games, including a 252-yard performance in week 16 against the Browns, where he posted a passer rating of 134. Before that, he threw for 271 yards in week 15 and 369 yards in week 14. Ja'Marr Chase led the team in receiving in week 16, catching 6 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown. Chase Brown rushed for 91 yards on 18 carries in week 16, following his 97-yard game in week 15.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Bengals rank 5th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in passing yards per game with 267.3, while ranking 6th in points per game, averaging 28.2. Cincinnati ranks 4th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a success rate of 46.8%.</p><p>Cincinnati's defense was dominant in their 24-6 win over the Browns, allowing just 125 passing yards and forcing two interceptions. The Bengals held Cleveland to 20 completions on 34 attempts (58.8%) and limited them to a 3.7 yards per attempt. The Bengals also came away with five sacks and held the Browns to a 25% third-down conversion rate.</p><p></p><p>Despite struggling to stop the run, giving up 148 yards on just 24 attempts, the Bengals were able to control the game by shutting down the Browns' passing attack.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (7-10) will host the Grizzlies (9-7) in a non-conference matchup. Memphis is favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago. The Bulls are 7th in the Eastern Conference, while the Grizzlies are 9th in the Western Conference.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 154-118 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Grizzlies Find a Way to Win in Chicago?</h3><p>With a 117-111 win over the 76ers on Wednesday, the Grizzlies improved to 9-7 on the season. Memphis, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Memphis took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 32-22. They entered the 4th quarter with a 90-81 lead, but the 76ers went on an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 115-101 to 126-101.</p><p>The Grizzlies shot 48.2% from the field and knocked down 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their win over the 76ers. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 25 points, while Desmond Bane added 21 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at 45.5%.</p> <p>Jaylen Wells contributed 14 points, with 8 coming in the opening quarter. Bane had a big 2nd quarter, scoring 11 points, and Jake LaRavia added 7 of his 11 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the 76ers to 22 points, which helped them secure a 117-111 win. Overall, Memphis allowed 111 points on 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies limited the 76ers to 11 made threes on 33% shooting from beyond the arc. Memphis also recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Chicago Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 7-10 this season after a 136-122 win over the Hawks on Friday, November 22nd. The Bulls, who were +2.5 point underdogs at home, not only won but covered the spread.</p> <p>Chicago took control early, leading 28-25 after the 1st quarter and 58-51 at halftime. A big 3rd quarter, where they outscored Atlanta 41-33, put them ahead 99-84 going into the 4th. Although the Hawks edged the Bulls 38-37 in the final period, Chicago held on for the win. The game’s total of 258 points went over the O/U line of 246.5 by 11.5 points.</p><p>The Bulls shot 57% from the field and knocked down 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their 136-122 win over the Hawks. Zach LaVine led the way with 26 points, hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each added 20 points, with White dishing out 9 assists. Dosunmu shot 80% from the field, while White contributed 10 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls were solid in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing just 25 and 26 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 38 points. Despite that, they limited the Hawks' three-point shooting, holding them to 10 made threes on 29% shooting.</p> <p>Chicago sent Atlanta to the line 19 times, where the Hawks made 14 free throws. The Bulls grabbed 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also contributed with 8 steals and 10 blocked shots.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Ravens are favored on the money line at -210 as they prepare to take on the Texans at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th. The Texans are the underdog at +176, and the point spread favors the Ravens by -4. The over/under line is set at 47.5 points for this week 17 AFC matchup, which is being televised on NFLX.</p><h3>BALTIMORE RAVENS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans +4</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 29 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ravens Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 10-5 record, the Ravens sit 5th in our power rankings and have a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They’ve won two straight games, including a 34-17 victory over the Steelers in week 16. Baltimore was a 7-point favorite in that game and covered the spread, improving their ATS record to 8-6-1. Their O/U record stands at 12-3, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Ravens have a 52.6% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 3-2 in division games and 6-4 in conference play. Baltimore is 5-2 at home and 5-3 on the road.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Ravens at the top heading into week 17. They lead the NFL in yards per game with 423.7 and are 3rd in points per game, averaging 30.1. Baltimore ranks 5th in passing yards per game, despite being 26th in pass attempts. They lean heavily on the run game, ranking 3rd in attempts and 2nd in rushing yards per game with 181.2. On 3rd downs, the Ravens convert 48.2% of the time, which is 3rd best in the NFL, but they are 30th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson threw for 207 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 16, posting a passer rating of 115. Derrick Henry had 24 carries for 162 yards, and Zay Flowers led the team with 5 catches for 100 yards. Baltimore scored in every quarter against the Steelers, putting up 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters. Before that, Jackson had a 5-touchdown game in week 15, and he threw for 237 yards in week 14.</p><p>Despite giving up 117 rushing yards to the Steelers, the Ravens' defense came away with a 34-17 win. They allowed 198 passing yards on 22 completions, with Pittsburgh finishing with 315 total yards. Baltimore's defense also forced one interception and recorded three sacks.</p>
<p>On the day, the Ravens held Pittsburgh to a 40% third-down conversion rate and won the battle in quarterback hits, finishing with a +6 differential. Even though the Steelers managed to run for 117 yards, they averaged 4.9 yards per attempt.</p><h3>Are The Texans Going Win In At Upset At NRG Stadium</h3><p>Despite their week 16 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans have locked up the AFC South with a 9-6 record. They are 4-1 in the division and 7-3 in conference play, putting them 4th in the AFC standings. Our power rankings have them 11th heading into week 17, when they will host the Ravens.</p> <p>Houston has a +1.3 scoring margin this season and is 6-8-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-9-1, with their games averaging 44.9 points (O/U line: 44.8).</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.1 points per game, which places them 13th in the NFL. They are 20th in passing yards per game (213.7) and 18th in rushing yards per game (109.6), with 25.9 rushing attempts per game. On 3rd down, they rank 15th with a conversion rate of 38.2%, and they are 19th in red zone conversions, scoring on 21.6% of their opportunities.</p> <p>In week 16, C.J. Stroud threw for 244 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions against the Chiefs, completing 23 of 39 passes. Joe Mixon led the team in rushing with 57 yards on 14 carries, while Tank Dell had 6 catches for 98 yards and a touchdown. Dell is now out for the season with a knee injury.</p><p>In their 27-19 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans' defense allowed 375 total yards and 124 rushing yards on 28 attempts. They gave up 251 passing yards, with Kansas City completing 68.3% of their passes. Houston struggled on third downs, allowing the Chiefs to convert 53.8% of their chances.<p></p>The Texans' defense managed just one sack in the game and struggled to generate consistent pressure, as they lost the quarterback hit and tackles for loss differentials. Giving up 27 points, Houston's defense was unable to slow down the Chiefs' offense enough to come out with a win.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Pirates game? Catch the action at John Gray Gymnasium in George Town, Cayman Islands, as the Pirates hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on FloC. Duquesne is favored by -6.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 135 points.</p><h3>DUQUESNE DUKES VS HAMPTON PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Gray Gymnasium at 11:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Hampton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Dukes Win in George Town?</h3><h3>Duquesne Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Duquesne fell to South Dakota State 71-60 on Sunday, November 24th, in a home game where they entered as +3 point underdogs. The Dukes not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, Duquesne struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 38.</p><p>Duquesne's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.7% from the field and 23.7% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 38 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, and they connected on only 5 of 11 free throws, a 45.5% rate.</p> <p>Kalen Garry led the way with 20 points, shooting 5 of 7 from beyond the arc and 7 of 10 overall. Tre Dinkins III added 19 points, hitting 4 threes, while Oscar Cluff contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds.</p><p>Duquesne's defense held their opponent to 71 points on 37% shooting from the field. The Dukes allowed 23 field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Duquesne's defense gave up 9 threes on 38 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 5 free throws (45%).</p><h3>Can the Pirates Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>On Sunday, November 24th, the Pirates took on the Broncos in an away game. Despite being heavy +22.5 point underdogs, Hampton kept it closer than expected, losing 83-69. They managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Hampton struggled early, trailing 41-21 at halftime. They bounced back in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Hampton Pirates put up 69 points, shooting 41.3% from the field and 37% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they connected on 70% of their free throws, going 7-for-10 from the line.</p> <p>Tyson Degenhart led the way with 25 points on 9-of-13 shooting, while Noah Farrakhan added 23 points, hitting 3-of-9 from deep. The Pirates had 11 assists and grabbed 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite Hampton's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 83 points on offense. They shot 54% from the field, hitting 26 of their 48 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, converting 66% of their two-point shots (22/33).</p> <p>From three-point range, Hampton struggled, making just 4 of 15 attempts for 26%. However, they made up for it at the free-throw line, where they shot 77%, going 27/35. They also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Duquesne Dukes vs Hampton Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

<p>Wednesday's Tigers vs. Mariners game has a first pitch of 9:40 PM ET from T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The Tigers are 54-60 this season and are starting Tarik Skubal, while the Mariners are 59-55 and will send George Kirby to the mound. Seattle is favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -135 compared to the Tigers at +115. The over/under line is currently at 6.5 runs.</p>

<p>RSNW will be televising this AL matchup, and the Mariners will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak, as they are currently first in the AL West. The Tigers are 4th in the AL Central. </p><h3>SEATTLE MARINERS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Mariners Moneyline -135</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Park at 9:40 ET on Wednesday, August 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS MARINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mariners winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Tigers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Detroit rallied for two runs in the 9th inning in the most recent game of this Tigers vs. Mariners series. The Tigers scored one run in the 4th inning but didn't score another run until putting up two in the top of the 9th, picking up a 4-2 win. Heading into the game, the Tigers were at +171 on the money line.</p>

<p>Keider Montero pitched well for the Tigers in this one, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with eight strikeouts but issued five walks. Montero got the win in the game, while Tyler Holton got the save. Luis Castillo had a rough outing for the Mariners, taking the loss.</p>

<p>Parker Meadows and Wenceel Perez each had two hits and an RBI for the Tigers. Matt Vierling also had a two-hit game and scored a run for Detroit's offense.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>Detroit is 54-60 overall, putting them 4th in the AL Central, and they are 14 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. The Tigers are 20-22 against other teams in the AL Central. They have won two straight games on the road, and their road record is 28-29 this season.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Tigers have gone 21-24 this year, and they are 22-21 as the favorite. Detroit has an overall series record of 14-17-5, and they have dropped three straight series.</p><p>The Tigers have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 57-57 overall. They have been particularly profitable on the road, where they are 34-23 against the run line. Detroit has been an underdog in 71 games and has gone 45-26 on the run line in those contests. The Tigers have an average run margin of -0.2 runs per game this season.</p><p>The Detroit Tigers are on the road facing the Seattle Mariners today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 6.5 runs. The combined run average for Tigers games this season is 8.5 runs, and their over/under record is 61-50. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 6.5 runs, they have gone over in all three games. This season, 97.4% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 6.5 runs, and their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Detroit is sending left-hander Tarik Skubal to the mound today vs. the Mariners. He has made 22 starts this year and has a record of 12-4 with a 2.58 ERA. Skubal's WHIP for the season is .95, and opponents are batting .202 off him this year. In his last outing, Skubal took the loss, giving up five earned runs in 6 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Skubal has been tough to beat at home, going 7-1 with a 2.43 ERA. On the road, he is 5-3 with a 3.04 ERA.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers offense is averaging just 4.2 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They have been slightly better at home, averaging 4.1 runs per game. As a team, the Tigers are batting just .230, and their on-base percentage of .295 is also near the bottom of the league. Detroit's team OPS of .676 is 25th in the MLB.</p>

<p>Riley Greene has been the Tigers' top power threat this season, as he is 14th in the league with 17 home runs. Greene is also batting .264 for the season and has driven in 51 runs. Over his last two games, Parker Meadows has gone 4/9 with a home run and three RBIs. He is also on a five-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is currently 59-55 overall, good for a half-game lead over the Astros in the AL West. The Mariners have dropped two straight games, with their loss coming in the first game of their series vs. the Tigers. So far, they have gone 19-13 in AL West play.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners are 33-25 this season, and they are just under .500 at 26-30 on the road. As the favorite, Seattle has put together a mark of 40-34 this year, and they are 19-21 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Mariners are 16-18-2.</p><p>Seattle's run line record is 50-64, including a 24-34 mark at home. The Mariners have a run differential of +0.2 runs per game overall, with a +0.3 mark at home and a 0.0 mark on the road. As the favorite, Seattle is 29-45 vs. the run line, while as the underdog, the Mariners are 21-19. In their 50 wins, Seattle has outscored opponents by an average of 3.3 runs per game, while in their 64 losses, they have been outscored by an average of 3.2 runs per game.</p>The Seattle Mariners are hosting the Detroit Tigers today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 6.5 runs. The Mariners and their opponents have combined to average 7.7 runs per game this season, and Seattle's over/under record for the year is 49-60. The average over/under line for Mariners games this season has been 8 runs, and their over/under record when the line is set at 6.5 runs is 3-3. So far this season, 94.7% of Seattle's games have had over/under lines set higher than 6.5 runs, and the under has hit in the Mariners' last two games.<p>Seattle is sending right-hander George Kirby to the mound today vs. the Tigers. He has made 23 starts this season and has a record of 8-7 with a 3.04 ERA. Kirby's WHIP for the season is currently 1.00, and opponents are batting .224 off him this year. Kirby has turned in 15 quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he didn't give up an earned run. In that July 26th start vs. the White Sox, he went seven innings and gave up just one unearned run. Overall, Kirby has been pitching well, as he has a 3.75 ERA on the road compared to 3.30 at home.</p><p>Cal Raleigh has been a bright spot for the Mariners this season, leading the team with 23 home runs and 67 RBIs, which is 8th and 14th in the league, respectively. However, he is batting just .212 this season. Julio Rodriguez has been a bit better in terms of batting average, coming in at .263, and he is 5th on the team with 11 homers. Randy Arozarena is 2nd on the team with 16 homers but is batting just .216.</p>

<p>Seattle's offense has been one of the worst in the league this season, averaging only 3.9 runs per game, which is 28th in the MLB. They are also dead last in the league in strikeouts and have the league's worst team batting average. Currently, Luke Raley is on a little bit of a hot streak, going 4/15 in his last six games with two homers.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction 8/7/24

<p>The Lakers and Pelicans are set to face off at 7:00 ET on BSNO. The Pelicans will host the game at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 229.5 points, and the Pelicans are favored to win at home against the Lakers.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 147-131 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Jonas Valanciunas finishing with Jonas Valanciunas points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.2% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Heading into today's game vs. the Pelicans, the Lakers are the slight 5.5-point underdogs on the road. So far, they are 17-16 and sit 9th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>Against the spread, Los Angeles has covered in two straight games, but they are just 6-13 as the underdog this season. When playing on the road, the Lakers have an average scoring margin of -6.7 points per game and a record of 6-12.</p>

<p>Against other teams in the West, the Lakers have gone 13-10 compared to 4-6 in non-conference games. When looking at the over/under results, Los Angeles has gone 17-16 with the over/under lines averaging 229.2 points per game. Today's line of 229.5 is just slightly higher than the average over/under line for their games this season.</p>

<p>In terms of their straight-up performance, the Lakers are coming off a 108-106 loss to the Timberwolves. Los Angeles was able to cover the spread as 4.5-point underdogs.</p><p>In their last game, the Lakers had a tough time scoring compared to their season average of 114.4 PPG. They finished the game against the Timberwolves with 106 points and a field goal percentage of 42%. Coming into today's game, Anthony Davis is leading the team in scoring with an average of 25.2 PPG. LeBron James is right behind him, averaging 25.1 PPG.</p><p>In terms of defense, Lakers is currently on par with the NBA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 114.3 points per game. Inside the arc, the Lakers defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 52.9% and 37.4% from three-point territory.</p><h3>Can the Pelicans Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>As the Pelicans get ready to host the Lakers, they are 5.5-point favorites at home. Before today's game, New Orleans is 18-14 and 7th in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>Against other teams in the West, the Pelicans have gone 12-12 compared to 6-2 in non-conference games. At home, New Orleans has put together a record of 10-7 this season.</p>

<p>So far, New Orleans has been the favorite in 18 of their 32 games and have gone 10-8. Their average scoring differential as the favorite is currently +4.4 points per game.</p>

<p>New Orleans' ATS record of 17-15 includes an ATS losing streak of three games at home. For the season, they have failed to cover the spread in four straight home games. Their overall over/under record for the year is 15-17, and the over has come in for them in each of their last two games.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Pelicans put up 112 points and are averaging 115.6 points per game. Brandon Ingram is the team's leading scorer, averaging 23.2 PPG, while Zion Williamson is right behind him at 22.3 PPG.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Pelicans' defense is giving up an average of 113.1 points per contest. On two point field goal attempts, the Pelicans' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 56.3% and allowing 33.9% from beyond the arc.</p>

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