<p>Betting on today's Falcons and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on MWN. The over/under for this game is set at 142.5 points, and Fresno State is favored by -3 vs. Air Force in a Mountain West conference matchup.</p><h3>AIR FORCE FALCONS VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs -3</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Falcons Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Falcons dropped to 3-14 this season after a 68-62 road loss to Nevada on Tuesday. Despite being +19.5 point underdogs, Air Force kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Air Force led 35-33 at halftime but managed only 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points of 130 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 127.5.</p><p>Air Force managed 62 points in their last game, shooting 39.2% from the field and 49% in effective field goal percentage. They connected on 10 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 37% from deep, while shooting 41.7% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they converted 12 of 17 attempts for a 70.6% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Taylor led the way with 22 points, hitting 5 of 11 from three-point range and finishing 8 of 16 overall. Tré Coleman added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Kyle Marshall contributed 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. The Falcons recorded 15 assists as a team, with 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Air Force’s defensive efforts, they gave up 68 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. The Falcons struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 60% of their attempts, going 20/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Air Force's defense allowed 6 threes on 14 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They did manage to send their opponent to the line 23 times, where they shot just 43%.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 4-13 on the season after a 77-66 home loss to Nevada on Saturday, January 11th. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, Fresno State kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Fresno State led 31-30 at halftime but couldn’t maintain their edge, as they were outscored 34-33 in the 2nd half.</p><p>Fresno State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 32.3% on two-point attempts. They connected on 37.5% of their threes, hitting 9 of 24 from deep.</p> <p>Nick Davidson led the way with 20 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. David Douglas Jr. added 16 points, hitting 5 threes at a 41.7% clip.</p><p>Fresno State's defense put up a solid effort, holding their opponent to 77 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the other team hitting just 10 of 31 attempts for 32%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fresno State allowed 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19 for 70%. Fresno State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Air Force Falcons vs Fresno State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Pelicans (-654) will host the Jazz (+470) at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The Pelicans are favored by 11.5, and the over/under line is set at 230.5.</p>

<p>Utah is 14th in the West with a 10-29 record, while New Orleans is 15th at 10-32. The Pelicans have won two straight games.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-68 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Jazz dropped to 10-29 on the season after a 117-112 loss to the Hornets on Wednesday. Utah, who were +5.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread at home. The combined score of 229 points went over the pre-game total of 221.5.</p> <p>Utah went on an 11-0 run early, moving the score from 20-17 to 28-20. They led 87-80 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 37-25 in the final period.</p><p>Keyonte George led the Jazz with 26 points, 5 threes, and 6 assists in their 117-112 loss to the Hornets. He shot 40.9% from the field and 38.5% from deep. Brice Sensabaugh added 19 points, and Walker Kessler contributed 11 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 71.4% of his shots.</p> <p>Utah connected on 16 threes, shooting 37.2% from beyond the arc and 46.2% overall. George scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Sensabaugh had 12 in the 1st. Patty Mills, Drew Eubanks, Walker Kessler, and Isaiah Collier each chipped in 11 points.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz held the Hornets to 26 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 3rd, but a 37-point 4th quarter from Charlotte proved costly. Overall, Utah allowed 117 points on 52% shooting.</p> <p>The Jazz did well in limiting Charlotte's three-point shooting, holding them to 12 made threes on 30% shooting. Utah also sent the Hornets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws.</p><h3>Will the New Orleans Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>With a 119-116 win over the Mavericks on Wednesday, the Pelicans improved to 10-32 for the season. Playing at home, New Orleans entered the game as -1.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>New Orleans took a 33-27 lead after the 1st quarter, but Dallas fought back to lead 91-87 heading into the 4th. The Pelicans responded by outscoring the Mavericks 32-25 in the final quarter. The game’s total of 235 points exceeded the O/U line of 221.5 by 13.5 points.</p><p>Dejounte Murray led the Pelicans with 30 points and 7 assists in their win over the Mavericks, hitting 4 threes at a 40% rate. Trey Murphy added 24 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 38.9% from the field.</p> <p>Javonte Green contributed 13 points, knocking down 3 threes at 60%. Murray scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Green added 6. The Pelicans made 13 threes as a team, shooting 33.3% from deep and 44.3% overall.</p><p>The Pelicans gave up 116 points to the Mavericks but tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 25 points to help secure the win. Overall, New Orleans allowed Dallas to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 12 threes at a 34% clip. The Pelicans sent Dallas to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Canadiens and Capitals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Capitals as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Canadiens.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+178)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Montreal Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Montreal’s record fell to 19-18-3 after a 3-1 road loss to the Penguins. The Canadiens, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Penguins built a 2-0 lead before Christian Dvorak scored for Montreal in the third period. Pittsburgh added an empty-net goal to seal the win.</p><p>Montreal managed just one goal in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak found the net for the first time this season, scoring at 14:28 in the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his 7th assist of the season.</p> <p>The Canadiens took 26 shots on goal but were held scoreless until the third period. They struggled with giveaways, committing 20 in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Canadiens gave up the first two goals, one at 15:57 in the first period and another at 18:40 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the third. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Does Washington Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals now sit at 27-10-4 for the season. Washington was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> <p>After falling behind 1-0, the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. However, the Hurricanes scored the next three, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Washington's offense was quiet in their 4-2 loss to Carolina, managing just 2 goals on 21 shots. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal. The Capitals recorded 15 giveaways and were held scoreless after the first period.</p> <p>Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin's goal, and John Carlson added his 7th assist. Nic Dowd also contributed with his 2nd assist of the season.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled after taking a 2-1 lead, allowing three unanswered goals. The first came at 17:31 in the 2nd period, followed by another at 14:34, and an empty-netter at 19:51 in the 3rd. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the Capitals' defense also gave up 44 shots on goal and recorded just 2 takeaways.</p>

Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>The 2022 MLB season continues Sunday, July 3, with the AL West showdown at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas, so we have prepared the best Angels vs. Astros betting pick and odds.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Halos and Astros wrap up a three-game set with Game 10 of their 19-game regular-season series. Houston has won five of its previous eight meetings with Los Angeles this season, while Saturday’s battle has been excluded from the analysis. According to <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, the Astros are firm -200 moneyline favorites for Sunday’s clash.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Angels suffered a heavy loss in Friday’s opener&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Los Angeles Angels dropped to 37-42 on the season following an 8-1 defeat at Minute Maid Park this past Friday. Shohei Ohtani hit a solo home run in the top of the first, but the Angels finished with a paltry two hits. Michael Lorenzen yielded eight runs on eight hits across three innings of work, proving that pitching is a huge problem for the Angels.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Besides Ohtani, the Halos’ starting rotation is a complete mess. Jose Suarez will get the ball Sunday, and the 24-year-old left-hander is 1-2 with a 4.36 ERA, 5.29 FIP, 1.64 WHIP, and 34/17 K/BB ratio in six starts and a couple of relief appearances (33 innings) in 2022.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Suarez did a great job last Sunday, tossing six innings of a one-run ball in relief in a 2-1 home victory to the Seattle Mariners. He grabbed his first win of the season while punching out eight and issuing no free passes.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Astros hammered the Angels for their fourth straight W&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Houston Astros improved to 49-27 on the season following Friday’s dismantling of the Angels, extending their winning streak to four games. They hit three home runs, while Cristian Javier struck out 14 across seven innings of a one-run, one-hit ball.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Astros’ pitching staff has been outstanding in the last couple of weeks and 110.1 frames of work, accounting for a 2.28 ERA, 0.96 WHIP, and .169 opposing batting average. Framber Valdez will get the nod Sunday, and the 28-year-old southpaw is 8-3 with a sharp 2.65 ERA and 1.12 WHIP in 15 starts (95 innings) this season.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Valdez went 3-1 in June, posting a 2.81 ERA and 3.69 FIP through 32 frames of work (five starts). Last Tuesday, Framber fired eight scoreless innings in a 9-1 thrashing of the Mets at Citi Field in New York.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Trends</strong><strong>:</strong></p>



<p><strong>LA Angels:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<ul><li>6-14 in the last 20 games against Houston&nbsp;</li><li>4-13 in the last 17 games on the road&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Houston:</strong></p>



<ul><li>6-1 in the last seven games overall&nbsp;</li><li>7-1 in the last eight games at home&nbsp;</li><li>8-2 in Framber Valdez’s last ten starts&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Pick&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Framber Valdez’s worst start of the season came against the Angels on April 19. He was shelled for six earned runs on eight hits across 4.1 frames at Angel Stadium in Anaheim. However, Framber also blanked the Angels through 6.2 innings on Opening Day.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Valdez has done an excellent job for the Astros since his previous date with the Halos, so I’m expecting another solid start this Sunday. The Astros are slashing .244/.327/.455 with 22 home runs in their last 13 games and 402 at-bats, so give me the hosts at moneyline odds.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Houston Astros at -200&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>The Angels are hitting an underwhelming .220/.287/.395 with 18 homers in their previous 14 outings and 440 at-bats. Hereof, I lean toward the under, but the totals seem a tricky wager in this clash. Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani can produce runs on their own even though the Astros’ pitching staff is pitching at a high level at the moment.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Houston’s bullpen has a 3.24 ERA and 11.6 K/9 in the last couple of weeks and 33.1 frames of work, while Los Angeles’ bullpen has registered a 3.29 ERA and 9.1 K/9 across 54.2 innings in that span.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 8.0 runs at -105&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Odds, Pick, Prediction 7/3/22

<p>Five of six NHL teams who are scheduled to play on Sunday, November 6, are coming from the Eastern Conference, including these two in Carolina, and here you can get the best Maple Leafs vs Hurricanes. Rangers betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Carolina is looking for the fifth consecutive win when they welcome Toronto at PNC Arena. The Hurricanes are -145 moneyline favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 6.5 goals. These Eastern Conference rivals met three times last year, and the Maple Leafs won that series 2-1.</p>



<p><strong>Maple Leafs snapped the negative run</strong></p>



<p>The Toronto Maple Leafs (5-4-2-0, 2-9 ATS) were in a poor form of four consecutive losses as they spent five straight games on the road. However, the Leafs returned home and snapped this negative streak with a 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>



<p>Toronto was a much better team in that W against Philly, registering 44 hits opposite the Eagles’ 25. The visitors did take a 1-0 lead, but the Maple Leafs scored three in the final period to secure a well-deserved victory. John Tavares dominated with four points, while Mitchell Marner, Auston Matthews, and Morgan Rielly had two apiece. Tavares is a man to watch for the Leafs on Sunday as he has 14 points so far (G 7, A 7). William Nylander is following him with 11 (G 4, A 7), while Marner also has 11 (G 2, A 9).</p>



<p>Erik Kallgren (0-1-2) will likely start at goal against the Hurricanes on Sunday. The 26-year-old is allowing 3.62 goals per game and has a .875 SV% without shutouts.</p>



<p>D Jake Muzzin has been moved to the long-term injured reserve list with a neck injury, and it is unknown when he will return to the ice.</p>



<p><strong>Hurricanes are playing their best hockey</strong></p>



<p>The Carolina Hurricanes (8-2-1-0, 5-6 ATS) are going through their best period of the campaign as they recorded four wins in a row. Although two of those wins came in shootouts and one in overtime, the Canes still climbed up to the 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. Carolina’s latest victory was in regulation as they beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-3 at home.</p>



<p>The visitors held on in the opening period and kept the Canes to a 2-2 result, but Carolina scored three goals before the Sabres managed to soften the defeat. Sebastian Aho impressed with four points in this win; Martin Necas added three, while Seth Jarvis, Andrei Svechnikov, and Teuvo Teravainen each registered a pair of points. Necas is one of the best players in the NHL and is currently 5th in the points table with 17 (G 7, A 10). Aho is right behind with 15 (G 7, A 8), while Svechnikov has 13 (G 8, A 5).</p>



<p>Frederik Andersen (5-2-0) is named a probable starting goaltender against the Maple Leafs on Sunday. The 33-year-old allows 2.66 goals per contest and owns a .894 SV% without shutouts.</p>



<p>LW Max Pacioretty is on the long-term injured reserve list after undergoing surgery to repair an Achilles injury, and he is expected to miss at least six months of action.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Toronto:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-4 in the last five overall</li><li>0-4 in the last four road games</li></ul>



<p><strong>Carolina:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-0 in the last four overall</li><li>4-0 in the last four vs. Eastern Conference rivals</li><li>4-1 in the last five vs. Atlantic Division opponents</li></ul>



<p><strong>Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Carolina Hurricanes Pick&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Toronto is playing a tough home game against the Boston Bruins on Saturday, and facing the second-best team in the East on Sunday is not going to be easy as well. Carolina is in excellent form at the moment, and I am backing the Canes to continue with fine displays and add another W. The Leafs recorded just four points in six road games so far, which is another advantage for the Hurricanes. Carolina has a few tougher opponents after this one, so I am backing the hosts to get a victory here.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Hurricanes to win (-145)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Carolina scored at least four goals in three of the last four games, while Toronto allowed 4+ goals in three of the last four games. The Canes have the 14th offense that is scoring 3.27 goals per game, and given that the Maple Leafs will be a bit tired in the second of a back-to-back set, I am backing the hosts to score 4-5 goals on Sunday. Over is 19-5-3 in the Maple Leafs' last 27 road games; Over is 4-1 in the Hurricanes' previous five overall, while Over is 7-1-1 in Carolina’s last nine vs. Atlantic Division rivals.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Over 6.5 goals (-110)</p>



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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Carolina Hurricanes Odds, Pick, Prediction 11/6/22

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Lakers (-584) will host the Nets (+425) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 216.5 points.</p>

<p>Los Angeles (-11.5) is currently 6th in the Western Conference with a 21-17 record, while Brooklyn (14-27) is 12th in the Eastern Conference. SN-LA will broadcast the game from Crypto.com Arena.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-98 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Brooklyn Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Brooklyn’s season continued its rough trajectory on Wednesday, as they fell to 14-27 following a 126-67 loss to the Clippers. The Nets were +15.5 point underdogs heading into the game but failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 193 points fell short of the 212-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a competitive 1st quarter, the Clippers took control with a 23-0 run, stretching the score from 53-35 to 76-35. Brooklyn managed just 14 points in the 2nd quarter and 16 points in each of the final two quarters.</p><p>The Nets struggled offensively in their loss to the Clippers, scoring just 67 points and shooting 30.1% from the field. They made only 5 three-pointers, connecting at a rate of 17.9%.</p> <p>Jalen Wilson led Brooklyn with 16 points, while Day'Ron Sharpe added 12 points and 14 rebounds. Tyrese Martin contributed 8 points, hitting 2 threes on 25% shooting from deep.</p><p>Defensively, the Nets struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up 37 and 44 points, respectively, as they allowed 126 points in a loss to the Clippers. Los Angeles shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn did limit the Clippers to 12 made threes on 37% shooting. The Nets also recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will Los Angeles Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 21-17 on the season with a 117-108 win over the Heat on Wednesday. Playing at home, Los Angeles not only got the win but also covered the spread as -4.5 point favorites. The total points for the game ended at 225, going over the pre-game line of 214.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>Miami went on a 10-0 run early, stretching the score from 41-39 to 49-41. However, the Lakers responded by outscoring the Heat 29-19 in the 3rd quarter and 34-23 in the 4th, turning an 85-83 deficit going into the final period into a 9-point victory.</p><p>Rui Hachimura led the Lakers with 23 points and 8 rebounds in their 117-108 win over the Heat, shooting 60% from the field. Anthony Davis and LeBron James each added 22 points, with LeBron also dishing out 9 assists and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>The Lakers connected on 13 threes, shooting 38.2% from deep, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 52.2%. Hachimura scored 9 points in the 1st quarter and added 7 more in the 4th, while LeBron also contributed 9 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a tough 1st quarter where they gave up 38 points, the Lakers tightened up defensively, especially in the 3rd quarter, allowing just 19 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 108 points on 53% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Lakers struggled to contain the Heat from deep, giving up 16 threes on 44% shooting. They also sent Miami to the line 15 times, where the Heat hit 14 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers recorded 12 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

Sometimes it’s better to be lucky than good. That was the case last night, as Kansas somehow covered +9 against Baylor. A banked three at the buzzer was jubilation for KU backers and devastation for Bears bettors. Such is life betting college basketball. We all have those meaningless threes, ridiculous fouls, and other bad beat stories on both sides. They never seem to even out, but those on Kansas last night got one back.

With that we head into a busy Tuesday night card. Like I said yesterday, sometimes you have no choice but to look at a big game. That big game tonight is Alabama vs. LSU down in Baton Rouge. LSU is -1 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada"><strong>Bovada Sportsbook</strong></a> with a total of 163. It’s a big ol’ total, but these two teams went over that number last season and both are playing at quickened paces this year.

This is a really fascinating game in a lot of ways, aside from just being one that looks like it could have an NBA score. There are also some side angles in play as well.
<h3><strong><u>Alabama</u></strong><strong><u> Crimson Tide</u></strong></h3>
The Tide have rolled to an 11-3 straight up mark and are 8-6 against the spread, depending on the number you got in some of their games that fell around the number. Since an unexpected loss to Western Kentucky, Alabama has ripped off seven straight wins and a 6-0 start in SEC play. They’ve only failed to cover once in that span and that was against Auburn on January 9.

Alabama does have some injury worries heading into this one, as Jordan Bruner, the tallest player on the roster at 6-foot-10, missed the game against Arkansas over the weekend with a knee injury. He is officially questionable tonight. Bruner had 20 in the win over Auburn, but only hit double digits once otherwise this season. However, LSU is a poor defensive rebounding team, so this would be a good spot to have the big man.

Alabama checks a lot of boxes both offensively and defensively. The Tide rank 24th in adjusted offensive efficiency, due in large part to offensive rebounding and taking care of the basketball. They actually haven’t shot that well, shooting 34.1% from deep and 50.3% inside the arc. They’ve been blocked a lot in the paint as well, but this is a team that likes to push the pace and shoot from three. Their adjusted tempo ranks 12th per Bart Torvik and their 3P Rate is 22nd in the country.

Defensively, this is a stout squad for Nate Oats. The Tide are 14th in adjusted defensive efficiency. Opponents are only shooting 30.6% from 3 and 45.8% from 2. Locking down defensively has been a big part of this SEC run. Only one team, Auburn, has scored over a point per possession on Alabama in the last eight games.
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<h3><strong><u>LSU Tigers</u></strong></h3>
That would appear to be a major concern for Will Wade’s team. LSU is one of three teams in Bart Torvik’s top 49 that ranks outside the top 100 in adjusted defensive efficiency. Iowa and UCLA are the others. LSU wins with offense. They are fifth in the nation in adjusted offensive efficiency and 20th in eFG%. The Tigers are a great offensive rebounding team that gets to the line a lot and shoots high percentages from the field. They are at 36.7% on threes and 56.9% on twos. They’re also north of 77% at the free throw line.

Make no mistake, this is an excellent offensive bunch. And that’s how they’ve been able to win games. LSU has scored at least 1.072 points per possession in all 12 games this season. In their two losses, they were simply outscored, allowing 1.282 PPP to Saint Louis and 1.179 to Florida.

Recently, Wade’s team has done a bit better of a job defensively, holding Ole Miss to .872 PPP and Arkansas to .922 PPP in blowout wins. However, LSU is still 111th in adjusted defensive efficiency on the year. They give up too many offensive rebounds and opponents are shooting 52% inside the arc.

What has saved LSU’s defense is that opponents haven’t made enough threes. LSU’s 3P Rate against ranks 336th in the nation, as opponents are firing away 46% of the time from beyond the arc. Those opponents are only shooting 27.6% on those attempts. SIU Edwardsville opened the season going 13-of-27 from 3 against the Tigers and Saint Louis followed that up by shooting 10-of-24. Since then, LSU has allowed more than eight threes in a game just once.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
SEC opponents are only shooting 27.4% from 3 against LSU. Opponents shot 35.8% last season. Maybe Wade committed to defending the perimeter, but it still feels like regression is coming in this one.

It makes sense to trust Alabama to get more stops. LSU will get their points, but Alabama is a better defensive team and a pretty strong offensive team as well, despite the average shooting numbers. They’ve shot 39.4% from three in SEC play thus far, so they’ve turned it around in that regard.

It’s Alabama for me. The +1 is fine. A plus money ML is better. They should win this game.
<h4><strong>Pick: Alabama +1</strong></h4>
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<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Hawks face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hawks are hosting the game at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, PA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and Saint Joseph's is favored by -12.5 vs. American.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hagan Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Joseph's winning straight-up, we like American at +12.5.</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>Can American Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>American evened their record at 4-4 after an 81-71 home win over George Washington on Wednesday, December 4th. The Eagles entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>American led 28-22 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half. They managed to score 32 points of their own to secure the win. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Eagles put up 81 points, shooting 40.3% from the field. They connected on 13 of 32 threes, hitting 40.6% from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 51.6%.</p> <p>Colin Smalls led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 9 from beyond the arc. Darren Buchanan Jr. added 24 points and 9 rebounds, while Jacoi Hutchinson chipped in 20 points and 5 assists.</p><p>American's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 13 threes on 32 attempts, also shooting 40%. They went 18/24 from the free-throw line, good for 75%.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Joseph's fell to 6-4 on the season after a 78-75 home loss to Charleston on Tuesday. The Hawks were -7.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 153, surpassing the O/U line of 150.5.</p> 

<p>Saint Joseph's led 43-36 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring only 32 points while allowing 42. The Hawks will need to address their second-half performance as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53%. They hit 33.3% of their threes, going 10-for-30, while connecting on 55.6% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they made just 5 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming was a standout, scoring 26 points on 10-for-14 shooting, including 4-for-6 from beyond the arc. The Hawks dished out 22 assists, with Xzayvier Brown and Derek Simpson each contributing 6, and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Saint Joseph's defense gave up 78 points, allowing the opposition to shoot 45% from the field, with 30 made baskets on 66 attempts. Inside the arc, the Hawks' defense struggled, giving up 20 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Saint Joseph's allowed 10 made threes on 30 attempts, with the opposition shooting 33%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 5 free throws. The Hawks gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

American Eagles vs Saint Joseph's Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

A few weeks ago, we had the best field ever for a regular season full-field PGA Tour event. This is not a full-field event, but we have a stellar field on hand for the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational at TPC Southwind. This used to be reserved for the Bridgestone Invitational in Ohio, but this WGC event is now in Memphis, Tennessee.

This field is incredible. First place in the FedEx Cup standings is on the line and 45 of the top 50 in the Official World Golf Ranking are on hands. There are 550 FedEx Cup points to the winner and, perhaps most importantly for these guys, a prize pool of $10.5 million. We saw a lot of reduced prize pools in horse races, but we have not really seen the same with golf tournaments and certainly not the big ones.

Let’s break down this year’s WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational field and find some plays, props, and matchups. Odds are from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a> and are listed below the article.
<h3><strong><u>The Field</u></strong></h3>
The field should be great because this field is cut down due to the event’s invitational status. The field is virtually cut in half because of the criteria to gain entry. The top 50 of the OWGR is one criteria, which is why so many of those guys are present. Winners from the PGA Tour of Australasia, Sunshine Tour, Asian Tour, and Japan Golf Tour also gain entry. So, too, do playing members of the Ryder Cup or Presidents Cup. Past tournament winners from top events also get in.

This is a who’s who of golf in a lot of ways when it comes to these WGC events. That is why they are for more points and more money. That why the last few winners of this event, including its days as the WGC-Bridgestone, are names like Koepka, Thomas, Matsuyama, Johnson, McIlroy, and Woods.
<h3><strong><u>Course Profile</u></strong></h3>
We basically have to look at two events to get a good course profile here. The FedEx St. Jude Classic was played from 1989-2018. The WGC event was a first-time thing last year. Interestingly, with the metrics at DataGolf, we see that putting and play off of the tee were more important in last year’s WGC event than they were in the previous tournaments at TPC Southwind.

Having a well-rounded game is still very important, especially in the ball-striking metrics, but we may have to focus a little more on putting this week than we have in previous weeks. Play off the tee will also be really big. For example, Brooks Koepka won last year and didn’t scramble or hit his irons well, but putted extremely well. Webb Simpson was better on approach and strong on the greens, but also didn’t play well off the tee.

On the flip side, Tommy Fleetwood and Rory McIlroy had shortcomings in their games, but were second and third in SG: OTT. Both finished T-4th. This course requires a lot of different skills when set up for a WGC event.

The putting surfaces are really big here, which is why SG: Putting was such a major component last year. There are a lot of ridges and false fronts to some of these putting surfaces. Several greens are protected by water. The drivable holes are mostly open, so balls won’t get lost, but pin angles can be challenging if you don’t place your drive correctly.
<h3><strong><u>Yay or Neigh?</u></strong></h3>
Our horse for course section focused on the guys that have played well here before to see how they stack up. Dustin Johnson (+2500) is a two-time winner at TPC Southwind, with his first win in 2012 and his second win in 2018. He finished 20th in the WGC event last year. DJ has not played well the last two weeks to say the least and even withdrew last week from the 3M Open.

Daniel Berger (+2800) won the St. Jude Classic back-to-back years in 2016 and 2017. He missed the cut in 2018 and then didn’t play the WGC event last year. He missed the cut in his last PGA Tour event at the Memorial, the only one he has played since finishing first in the Charles Schwab Challenge and then third the next week at the RBC Heritage.

Based on recent form, Koepka is +3300, which is a big number for a guy who has six straight made cuts here, including a win last year, a second in 2016 and a third in 2015. Koepka was seventh at the RBC Heritage, but has missed two cuts and finished 62nd over his last three tournaments.

Webb Simpson (+2200) was the runner-up here last year and was third in 2014. He hasn’t played this course much, but he’ll play it every year as a WGC event now. Similarly, Jon Rahm, the +1100 favorite this week, was seventh last year in his first career start at TPC Southwind. Rory McIlroy (+1200) also doesn’t play here much, but was fourth last year and seventh in his only other recent start in 2012. Marc Leishman (+6000) was third last year in his only start.

As far as guys with some more extensive experience here, Phil Mickelson has played here every year since 2013 and has six top-15 finishes. Lefty isn’t in great form, but he’s made three straight cuts and has a big price at +11000.

Billy Horschel has a depressed price at +4500 because he’s got five top-10 finishes on this course since 2013, including a ninth last year with the tougher setup. Ian Poulter was eighth last year and sixth back in 2014. He’s +8000.
<h3><strong><u>Stats Handicap</u></strong></h3>
A lot of guys just don’t have a lot of play here. Many teed up here for the first time last year because of the WGC status. Others ended a long period between starts here. So, we’ll have to rely on the stats.

As far as the Course History Index from DataGolf, DJ is the best player at this course. Phil is actually second. It would be hard to take either of those guys, though.

Looking back at the last few events, we can start to look at guys that are playing well, namely those reading the putts well and playing well off the tee, since those are the two metrics that were of greater importance than usual in this event last year.

That brings me to Xander Schauffele. Schauffele is my favorite short price at +2200. He was great off the tee in the Memorial. He didn’t putt well and got buried early with an opening-round 78, but he still not only made the cut, but took a run at a top-10 finish. He tied for 13th. He found something over the other 54 holes and finished 1-over. He played well in the Workday Charity Open with a T-14 finish in which he was ninth in SG: Putting. Put it all together and he’s right there.
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Statistically, Matthew Wolff at +8000 looks pretty good, too. Wolff was T-12th last week at the 3M Open and putted very well. He wasn’t great off the tee like usual, but he was good on the greens and good enough on approach to hang around. He was sixth in SG: OTT at the Memorial on a much tougher course.

Length off the tee has been pretty important here and Wolff can really put it out there. Just ask last year’s winner in Koepka. Wolff also has three top-25 finishes in his last four events.

The increased importance on putting may cause people to leave off Hideki Matsuyama, Viktor Hovland, and money-burner Corey Conners, who always grades well in ball-striking, but poorly in putting. This might be the week to try fading some of those guys.
<h3><strong><u>Picks</u></strong></h3>
The picks for this week are Schauffele at +2200 and Wolff at +8000. The likelihood of a short price like Thomas or DeChambeau winning this week is pretty high, so I’d attack this more with some matchups and props as more of those get posted throughout the week.

Odds as of July 27, 4:30 p.m. ET at MyBookie Sportsbook:
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<td width="295">JON RAHM</td>
<td width="295">+1100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">RORY MCILROY</td>
<td width="295">+1200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">BRYSON DECHAMBEAU</td>
<td width="295">+1200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">JUSTIN THOMAS</td>
<td width="295">+1200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">PATRICK CANTLAY</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">XANDER SCHAUFFELE</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">WEBB SIMPSON</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">TYRRELL HATTON</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">COLLIN MORIKAWA</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">VIKTOR HOVLAND</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">DUSTIN JOHNSON</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">DANIEL BERGER</td>
<td width="295">+2800</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">HIDEKI MATSUYAMA</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">TOMMY FLEETWOOD</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">BROOKS KOEPKA</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">MATTHEW FITZPATRICK</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">TONY FINAU</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">PATRICK REED</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">JASON DAY</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">BILLY HORSCHEL</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">GARYWOODLAND</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">RICKIE FOWLER</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">JORDAN SPIETH</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">ABRAHAM ANCER</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">SERGIO GARCIA</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">MARC LEISHMAN</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">MATT KUCHAR</td>
<td width="295">+7000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">ADAM HADWIN</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">IAN POULTER</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">MATTHEW WOLFF</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">JOAQUIN NIEMANN</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">KEVIN STREELMAN</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">HENRIK STENSON</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">DANNY WILLETT</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">SUNGJAE IM</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">PAUL CASEY</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">KEVIN NA</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">COREY CONNERS</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">BUBBA WATSON</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">MATT WALLACE</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">PHIL MICKELSON</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">BRENDON TODD</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">KEVIN KISNER</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">RAFAEL CABRERA BELLO</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">MAX HOMA</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">ERIK VAN ROOYEN</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">RYAN PALMER</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">CHEZ REAVIE</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">BERND WIESBERGER</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">LOUIS OOSTHUIZEN</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">MICHAEL THOMPSON</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">BRANDT SNEDEKER</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">SHANE LOWRY</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">MACKENZIE HUGHES</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">CHRISTIAAN BEZUIDENHOUT</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">CAMERON CHAMP</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">J T POSTON</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">BYEONG-HUN AN</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">KEEGAN BRADLEY</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">ROBERT MACINTYRE</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">JOEL DAHMEN</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">TOM LEWIS</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">JASON KOKRAK</td>
<td width="295">+22500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">CAMERON SMITH</td>
<td width="295">+22500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">MATT JONES</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">NICK TAYLOR</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">GRAEME MCDOWELL</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">TYLER DUNCAN</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">LUCAS HERBERT</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">HAOTONG LI</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<tr>
<td width="295">ANDREW LANDRY</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">C T PAN</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">SUNG KANG</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">VICTOR PEREZ</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">JAZZ JANEWATTANANOND</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">SHAUN NORRIS</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">SEBASTIAN SODERBERG</td>
<td width="295">+60000</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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2020 WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational Golf Betting Odds & Picks

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Celtics (-724) will host the Magic (+509) in a matchup between Eastern Conference foes. The over/under line is currently set at 211.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 5th in the East with a record of 23-19. Meanwhile, Boston is 2nd in the East with a record of 28-12.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-75 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Magic Chances in Boston</h3><p>The Magic fell to 23-19 on the season after a 122-93 loss to the Bucks on Wednesday. Orlando, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, couldn’t keep it close, losing by 29 points. The total score of 215 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 212.5.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 19-0 run early in the game put Orlando in a deep hole, as the Bucks stretched the score from 11-9 to 30-9. The Magic trailed 34-16 after the 1st quarter and couldn’t make up ground, losing each of the next three quarters by a small margin.</p><p>In their 122-93 loss to the Bucks, the Magic shot just 34.7% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, despite making 12 threes. Paolo Banchero led the way with 22 points, adding 7 in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Trevelin Queen chipped in 13 points, with 9 coming in the final period, and Wendell Carter Jr. added 12 points and 10 rebounds. Carter and Cole Anthony each scored 7 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Magic struggled against the Bucks, giving up 122 points on 62% shooting. Orlando allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Orlando limited Milwaukee to 7 made threes, but the Bucks still shot 58% from deep. The Magic sent the Bucks to the line 35 times, where they made 25 free throws. Orlando finished with 13 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Can the Celtics Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Celtics dropped to 28-12 on the season after a 110-97 road loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Boston entered the game as 14-point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 207, falling well short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Boston led 29-25 after the 1st quarter, but a 12-0 run by Toronto shifted momentum. The Raptors outscored the Celtics 30-24 in the 2nd quarter and 33-29 in the 3rd. Boston trailed 88-82 heading into the 4th and managed just 15 points in the final quarter while Toronto scored 22.</p><p>In their 110-97 loss to the Raptors, the Celtics shot just 39.6% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 34.8%. They made 16 threes in the game.</p> <p>Payton Pritchard led the Celtics with 20 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate. Kristaps Porzingis also made 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep and finishing with 18 points. Jayson Tatum added 16 points, despite shooting 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Celtics gave up 110 points to the Raptors, including 33 in the 3rd quarter, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 22 points. Boston held Toronto to 11 made threes on 32% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Celtics sent the Raptors to the line 15 times, where they made 9 free throws. Boston finished with 32 defensive rebounds, while allowing 13 offensive boards. They also recorded 6 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Charlotte Hornets vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

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Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

Minnesota Timberwolves vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

Houston Rockets vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Maple Leafs and Devils. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Devils at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Devils are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Maple Leafs.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, October 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Maple Leafs winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Maple Leafs on the moneyline (+118)</li><li>The Maple Leafs are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Toronto Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Toronto dropped their season opener, losing 1-0 to the Canadiens. The Maple Leafs were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s lone goal came at 12:12 in the first period.</p> 

<p>Despite their 48 shots, Toronto couldn’t find the net. Their record now stands at 0-1-0.</p><p>Toronto's offense was shut out in their 1-0 loss to Montreal. The Maple Leafs fired 48 shots on goal but couldn't find the back of the net. They had 13 giveaways and didn't score on any of their power plays.</p> <p>All three periods ended without a goal for Toronto, and none of their players scored. The team was blanked for the first time this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the game's only goal 7:48 into the first period. Anthony Stolarz finished with 26 saves and a 96.3% save percentage. Toronto's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Can the Devils Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>New Jersey improved to 2-0-0 with a 3-1 road win over the Sabres. The Devils covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind in the second period, the Devils responded with three unanswered goals, each from a different player. Seamus Casey tied the game at 8:01 in the second period, and New Jersey took the lead with Paul Cotter’s goal at 12:42 in the third.</p><p>New Jersey's offense took 36 shots on goal but only found the net three times in their 3-1 victory over Buffalo. Timo Meier scored his first goal of the season, while Paul Cotter netted his second. Seamus Casey also got on the board with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Jack Hughes contributed two assists, bringing his total to two for the season. The Devils had 25 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils will look to carry over their performance from their previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Buffalo. Goalie Jake Allen posted a 94.4% save percentage with 17 saves, and the defense added 5 takeaways and 13 hits. The only goal they allowed came at the 8:18 mark of the 2nd period, but they shut out the Sabres in the 3rd.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 10/10/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Blue Demons and Red Raiders. The game is starting at 9:15 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -15 vs. DePaul.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +15</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 9:15 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +15.</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>Will the Blue Demons Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>DePaul improved to 6-1 on the season with an 89-70 win over Valparaiso on Friday. The Blue Demons, who were -15 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>DePaul led 42-29 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 41. The total points for the game were 159, exceeding the O/U line of 150.</p><p>DePaul's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 62.3%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 threes. The Blue Demons also dished out 23 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Isaiah Rivera and Cooper Schwieger each scored 19 points, with Rivera shooting 70.0% overall and hitting 3-of-4 from deep. Schwieger added 8 rebounds and made 3-of-7 from three-point range. Darius DeAveiro contributed 13 points and 5 assists, shooting 50.0% from three.</p><p>DePaul's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Blue Demons allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, going 20/33 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul's opponent shot 42%, making 12 of 28 attempts. The Blue Demons also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 for 68%. DePaul gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Texas Tech Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 6-1 on the season with an 89-64 win over Northern Colorado on Friday. The Red Raiders, who were -22 point favorites, covered the spread in the home victory. The total points for the game reached 153, just over the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Texas Tech took control early, leading 50-29 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they scored 39 points while allowing 35, maintaining their lead and securing the win.</p><p>Texas Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of 46.4%. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in large part to their 56.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 23 attempts. They also excelled at the free-throw line, connecting on 24 of 26 shots for a 92.3% success rate.</p> <p>Darrion Williams led the way with 21 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field and 60% from three-point range. Kevin Overton added 20 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Christian Anderson also knocked down 4 threes, finishing with 12 points and 3 assists.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense gave up 64 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field. They held them to 39% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 13 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 13 of 23 threes, shooting 56%. Texas Tech also sent them to the line 26 times, where they converted 24 free throws (92%). The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

DePaul Blue Demons vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24

<p>At 8:10 PM ET, the Giants and Brewers square off in an NL matchup. This one is taking place at American Family Field in Milwaukee, and the Brewers are the slight favorite on the money line (-105). The Giants have a record of 66-66 and they are 4th in the NL West, while the Brewers are 1st in the NL Central at 75-55.</p>

<p>Logan Webb will start for the Giants, while the Brewers are going with Tobias Myers. On the money line, the Giants are -114, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs. BSWI is carrying this game on TV.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BREWERS VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline -105</p><p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 8:10 ET on Tuesday, August 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GIANTS VS BREWERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Brewers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Brewers 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>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>SF is coming off a game in which they wasted several good performances. In their 4-3 loss to Seattle, Robbie Ray was excellent on the mound, allowing just one run while pitching three innings. They also got a big offensive performance from Heliot Ramos, going 2/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p>

<p>Sean Hjelle took the loss out of the bullpen for the Giants, as San Francisco allowed a run in the bottom of the 9th to blow their lead. The Giants were the +118 underdog going into this road game.</p><p>San Francisco is at an even 66-66 as they take on the Brewers today, and they are 12.5 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. So far, they have gone 21-19 in divisional games. The Giants are just 28-38 on the road this year.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Giants have gone 42-30 this year, and they are 24-36 as the underdog. They will kick off their series vs. the Brewers today, and their overall series record is 21-17-4. In their most recent series, the Giants lost 2-1 to the Mariners.</p><p>The Giants have been a solid bet on the run line this season, as they are 66-66 overall. They have been especially good on the run line on the road, going 37-29. They have covered the run line in four straight road games and have a run line record of 36-24 as an underdog.</p><p>The San Francisco Giants are on the road against the Milwaukee Brewers today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Giants have played in 48 games with an over/under line of 7.5 runs this season, and their record in those games is 26-22. The combined run average in their games this season is 8.7 runs per game, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs.</p><p>Giants starter Logan Webb is coming off a start in which he didn't allow an earned run. Against the White Sox on August 21st, he went 8 innings, giving up 2 runs (both unearned) on six hits. He finished with a no-decision in the outing. Before that, Webb had picked up the win in three straight starts. His record for the season is 11-8, and he has an ERA of 3.13. This year, opponents are batting .245 off the right-hander. Webb has one complete game shutout this season.</p>
<p>San Francisco's offense has been pretty average this season, as they are 16th in the league at 4.3 runs per game. They also come into the game with a team batting average of .242, which is 13th in the league. The Giants have two players tied for the team lead in homers, with Matt Chapman and Heliot Ramos each having gone deep 20 times this season. Chapman is also 2nd on the team with 63 RBIs, while Ramos is the team's current leader in RBIs.</p>

<p>Heliot Ramos has been swinging a hot bat of late, hitting .364 over his last six games with two homers and seven RBIs. During this stretch, he has scored five runs. Tyler Fitzgerald is also a player to watch for the Giants, as he is batting .298 for the season and has 14 homers.</p><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3><p>The Brewers will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Athletics with a 4-3 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 4th inning before the Athletics scored four runs in the bottom of the 4th. Milwaukee was the -145 favorite on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>Frankie Montas had a rough outing, giving up four earned runs on five hits and issuing two walks. He also hit a batter and took the loss. The Brewers's offense scored their only three runs in the 2nd inning. Gary Sanchez hit a homer, but the Brewers only had one other hit the rest of the game.</p><p>Milwaukee is 75-55 overall this year, good for 1st place in the NL Central. They hold a 10-game lead over the Cubs and will be hosting the Giants today. The Brewers are 26-16 in division play and head into today's game having won five straight at home.</p>

<p>The Brewers have been playing well overall, as they are 7-3 in their last 10 games and took their most recent series vs. the Athletics. At home, the Brewers are 38-24 compared to 37-31 on the road. As the favorite, the Brewers are 42-30 and 33-25 as the underdog. So far, their overall series record is 23-15-4.</p><p>When it comes to betting the run line on the Brewers, it's been a profitable venture overall, as they've covered the run line in 68 of their 130 games. They've been especially good as the underdog, covering in 39 of 58 games. They're 30-32 against the run line at home, where they're outscoring opponents by 0.7 runs per game. They're 38-30 against the run line on the road, where they're outscoring opponents by 1.0 runs per game.</p><p>The Milwaukee Brewers are at home today against the San Francisco Giants, and the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. The combined run average in Brewers games this season is 8.8 runs per game, and their over/under record is 69-54. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, the over has hit in 21 of their 29 games, and 73.8% of their games this season have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs.</p><p> Milwaukee is sending right-hander Tobias Myers to the mound today vs. the Giants. He has made 19 starts this year and has a record of 6-5 with an ERA of 2.87. Myers has made six quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow a run. In that start vs. the Reds, he went 7 1/3 innings. Myers has allowed a total of 13 home runs this year. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.84 strikeouts and 2.35 walks. Overall, he has a WHIP of 1.14.</p>
<p>William Contreras and Willy Adames have been the Brewers' top power threats this season, with Contreras having 17 homers and Adames leading the team with 23. Adames' 86 RBIs are also the best mark on the team and 9th in the league. However, Adames is batting just .251 this season, and Rhys Hoskins is even lower at .219.</p>

<p>Adames and Jackson Chourio are both on three-game hitting streaks, with Chourio batting .257 over his last nine games and Adames hitting .250 in that stretch. Adames has two homers in his last nine games and has driven in five runs.</p>

San Francisco Giants vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction 8/27/24

<h3><strong>NEW YORK JETS at LOS ANGELES CHARGERS, 4:05 PM ET</strong></h3>
<h4><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports">BetAnySports</a> Pro Football Odds: Chargers -9.5, Total 46.5</strong></h4>
The winless Jets are in a position where they have to go with Joe Flacco again, as Sam Darnold sits with his bad shoulder. On the one hand, Flacco supplies a veteran presence - after all, he has been a Super Bowl MVP. On the other, he is a rather stationary target. And this doesn't do the Jets any favors, as they still don't know if Darnold is the quarterback they can take into the future with them.

So far Flacco has completed 56.7% of his passes, for 6.2 yards per attempt. He'll be surrounded by youngsters; the Jets are getting a long look at running back La'Mical Perine (3.6 ypc). And left tackle Mekhi Becton, who has to protect Flacco, has been one of the more impressive rookies in the NFL.

What might hurt the Jets is that a thinned-out secondary is causing them to go with raw rookies back there, in starting roles. Pierre Desir, who was a free agent pickup, has been cut, and nickelback Brian Poole is out with a shoulder injury. These events and others have made head coach Adam Gase go with third-round pick Ashlyn Davis at safety and fifth-round selection Bryce Hall at one of the corner positions.

Interestingly enough, the team's defensive coordinator, Gregg Williams, has been discouraged by the work he's seen. He likes the energy he's seen, and he called Friday's practice one of the best he's seen.

The Jets are undoubtedly going to try and get some pressure on Charger quarterback Justin Herbert. Certainly he'll have some wrinkles to throw at the rookie, who has thrown for 19 touchdowns. last week the Dolphins (who beat L.A. 29-21) were able to take advantage of the presence of running back Kalen Ballage, who used to be a member of their team, who they knew had problems in pass protection. And Ballage did well enough last weekend (102 yards from scrimmage) that he should see significant playing time.

Herbert has weapons to collaborate with through the air; namely Keenan Allen (65 catches for 690 yards) and Mike Williams (25 receptions, 431 yards). But the Chargers have been somewhat handicapped by not having a healthy backfield in place. And no one should make any mistake - the Jets have shown the ability to make opponents one-dimensional. They are a top-five defensive line with regard to Adjusted Line Yards and Stuff Rate. And they are sixth best in the NFL in red zone defense, allowing just 55.9% touchdowns. That's not what you would expect from a winless team.

Of course, the Jets are winless because they have been punchless on the offensive end. They're last in the league in yards and points per drive. And they have not been able to convert on those occasions when they have ventured into the other team's red zone, scoring a TD only 27.8% of the time.

With Flacco in the lineup they can expect the Chargers to bring the heat. He has 104 pass attempts, and he has been blitzed 50 times. Joey Bosa is available to team with Melvin Graham. The Jets say they have been looking forward to facing rookie QB's in back-to-back games (Miami and Tua are next). So we think that Gregg Williams will have some moves that will keep Herbert somewhat off-balance. We could see this game very easily going UNDER the total.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Eagles game? Catch the action at Physical Education Complex in Baltimore, MD, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. South Carolina State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -10.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS COPPIN STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coppin State Eagles +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Physical Education Complex at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COPPIN STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Coppin State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>South Carolina State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina State improved to 5-9 on the season with an 86-72 road win over Morgan State on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 46-37 at halftime, South Carolina State maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Morgan State 40-35 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 55% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-11, and were strong inside, hitting 57.1% of their two-point shots. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 60%.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 22 points, while Drayton Jones added 20 in just 20 minutes of play. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, and Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots. Daniel Akitoby was nearly perfect, going 6-for-7 from the field.</p><p>South Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponent to shoot 56% on two-point attempts, with 21 made baskets out of 37 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina State's defense gave up 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 57%. The Bulldogs allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Coppin State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Coppin State Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coppin State improved to 2-13 on the season with a 63-61 home win over North Carolina Central on Saturday, January 4th. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, the Eagles not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-23 at halftime, Coppin State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring North Carolina Central 40-31. The game’s total points of 124 fell under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Coppin State's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They hit 50% from three-point range, connecting on 9 of 18 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 37.9% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Camaren Sparrow was a standout from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 14 points and 5 assists. Po'Boigh King led the team in scoring with 18 points, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, Coppin State's defense held the opposing team to 42% shooting from the field, with 20 made baskets on 47 attempts. They were particularly effective inside the arc, limiting their opponent to just 11 two-point field goals on 29 attempts, a 37% shooting rate.</p> 

<p>From beyond the arc, Coppin State allowed 9 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 50% from deep. At the free-throw line, their opponent went 14/21, hitting 66% of their free throws. Coppin State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Coppin State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>The NBA Play-In games continue Wednesday night when the Chicago Bulls (40-42, 18-23 away) visit the Toronto Raptors (41-41, 27-14 home). These are the two worst teams in the play-in tournament and it is hard to see either of these teams winning two games to get into the actual playoffs. Below is my <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/nba/"><strong>NBA</strong></a> pick for the Bulls vs Raptors.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chicago-bulls-vs-toronto-raptors-betting-pick"><a></a><a></a>Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick</h2>



<p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors -5.0 at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/"><strong>BetUS Sportsbook</strong></a></p>



<p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-bet-the-toronto-raptors"><a></a>Why Bet the Toronto Raptors:</h2>



<p>✅ Toronto enters this game in pretty good form having won six of their last nine regular season games.</p>



<p>✅ The Raptors, at home, are a good team and they have won 12 of their last 13 games on their home floor.</p>



<p>✅ Chicago has lost nine of their last 11 games in Toronto.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chicago-bulls-are-just-happy-to-be-here"><a></a>Chicago Bulls are Just Happy to be Here</h2>



<p>Chicago had a favorable schedule to end the season and they took advantage of that by winning their last two games. The Bulls were the beneficiaries of the Mavericks not wanting to make the playoffs and then beat the Pistons, who may get the first overall pick, in their regular season finale. Prior to that, the Bulls lost two games in a row.</p>



<p>The Bulls have been balanced this season as Zach LaVine leads the way with 24.8 points per game and Nikola Vucevic is grabbing 11.0 rebounds. Demar DeRozan is dishing out a team leading 5.1 assists per game this year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-toronto-raptors-are-disappointing">The Toronto Raptors are Disappointing</h2>



<p>Toronto has been disappointing this season, but they have the talent to make a run and make some noise in the playoffs. The Raptors beat a resting Milwaukee Bucks team to end the regular season and will now look to get one win away from the playoffs proper. This team cannot compete with the top teams in the conference, but they should be able to clear this hurdle.</p>



<p>Pascal Siakam had a nice regular season and he led the Raptors with 24.2 points and 7.8 rebounds per game. Fred VanVleet leads the way with 7.2 assists per game this year.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors: NBA Preview, Odds, &amp; Pick 04/12/23

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (-176) will host the Hornets (+148) in a matchup between two Eastern Conference teams. Chicago is currently favored by 4.5 points and has dropped three straight games. Charlotte is 14th in the East and 4th in the Southeast Division with a record of 9-28.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the United Center in Chicago and can be seen on CHSN. The over/under line for this matchup is 235.5.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-124 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Charlotte Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Hornets improved to 9-28 on the season with a 117-112 win over the Jazz on Wednesday. Charlotte was favored by 5.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, winning by five. The total score of 229 points went over the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>Charlotte’s defense stepped up in the 4th quarter, holding Utah to 25 points while scoring 37. The Hornets overcame an 11-0 run by the Jazz early in the game, where Utah took the lead from 20-17 to 28-20.</p><p>Mark Williams dominated in the Hornets' win over the Jazz, shooting 85.7% from the field and finishing with 31 points and 13 rebounds. He was especially impactful in the 4th quarter, scoring 15 points. LaMelo Ball added 27 points, 9 assists, and 6 rebounds, while Miles Bridges contributed 25 points and 10 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets shot 52.9% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30.8% of their threes, making 12 in total. Brandon Miller chipped in 20 points, with 9 of those coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough start, allowing 33 points in the 1st quarter, the Hornets tightened up defensively, giving up just 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure a 117-112 win over the Jazz. Charlotte allowed Utah to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets held the Jazz to 16 made threes on 37% shooting from deep and sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws. Charlotte also recorded 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Bulls Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>The Bulls fell to 18-23 on the season after a 110-94 loss to the Hawks on Wednesday. Chicago, favored by 6.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 204 points was well below the O/U line of 236.</p> <p>A key moment came when Atlanta went on a 15-0 run, turning a 28-27 lead into 42-28. Chicago tried to rally, winning the third quarter 31-25, but they were outscored 24-16 in the fourth.</p><p>In Wednesday's loss to the Hawks, the Bulls managed just 94 points, shooting 44.3% from the field. Their three-point shooting was a major issue, as they hit only 6 threes at a 22.2% clip.</p> <p>Coby White led the Bulls with 16 points, 9 of which came in the 3rd quarter. Zach LaVine added 15 points, scoring 5 in the 4th, while Nikola Vucevic contributed 14 points and 16 rebounds.</p><p>The Bulls' defense allowed 110 points in their loss to the Hawks, giving up 27 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 2nd. They tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing 25 points in the 3rd and 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>Chicago held Atlanta to 41% shooting, including 30% from three, where the Hawks made 13 threes. The Bulls sent the Hawks to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws. Defensively, the Bulls grabbed 45 rebounds, but allowed 14 offensive boards, while also recording 5 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Colonials and Phoenix game? Catch the action at Resch Center in Ashwaubenon, WI, as the Phoenix hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Robert Morris is favored by -4 in this Horizon League conference contest against Green Bay. The game's over/under currently sits at 147.5 points.</p><h3>ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS VS GREEN BAY PHOENIX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Green Bay Phoenix +4</p><p>This game will be played at Resch Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GREEN BAY PHOENIX:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Phoenix.</li><li>Not only will Green Bay pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Colonials Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Robert Morris Colonials Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Robert Morris improved to 10-7 on the season with a 75-72 win over Wright State on Sunday, January 12th. The Colonials, who were slight -1 favorites, covered the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Robert Morris outscored Wright State 41-38 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 147, just under the 148.5 O/U line.</p><p>Robert Morris put up 75 points in their latest game, shooting 45.5% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 31.6% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-19 from beyond the arc, while hitting 52.8% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Colonials made 19 of 27 attempts, good for 70.4%.</p> <p>Alvaro Folgueiras and Brandon Noel each contributed 16 points, with Folgueiras shooting 75% from the field. Andrew Welage hit 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 14 points, and DJ Smith knocked down 3 of 4 from deep, also scoring 13 points. Robert Morris recorded 14 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Robert Morris gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 52% shooting, as the other team went 19 for 36 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Robert Morris held the other team to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 70%. The Colonials allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Green Bay Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Green Bay Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Green Bay fell to 2-15 on the season after a 70-59 road loss to Milwaukee on Saturday, January 11th. Despite being +15.5 point underdogs, the Phoenix kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Green Bay trailed 36-24 at halftime but managed to outscore Milwaukee 35-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 149.5 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, the Green Bay Phoenix put up 59 points, shooting 42.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 23 attempts for 21.7%, while their two-point shooting was a strong 62.5% (15/24). Their effective field goal percentage came in at 46.8%.</p> <p>On the boards, Green Bay managed only 2 offensive rebounds, and they connected on 14 of 19 free throws (73.7%). Yonatan Levy and Marcus Hall each scored 15 points, with Hall knocking down 2 of 5 threes. Themus Fulks contributed 14 points and 5 assists, while Kentrell Pullian and Mac Wrecke added 13 points apiece.</p><p>Green Bay's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 50% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Green Bay's defense held their opponents to 5 three-pointers on 16 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 23, shooting 76%. Green Bay allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Robert Morris Colonials vs Green Bay Phoenix NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>The NCAAB continues with conference playoffs on Monday, March 6, and here is the Horizon duel that will be played in Indianapolis, so make sure you get the best Norse vs. Penguins betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Northern Kentucky is searching for the fourth straight victory when they meet Youngstown State at Moby Arena. The Penguins are -2.5 favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada/">Bovada Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 139.5 points. These Horizon foes will face for the third time this season; the series is tied at 1-1.</p>



<p><strong>Norse completed a back-to-back set against Oakland with a win</strong></p>



<p>The Northern Kentucky Norse (20-12, 13-17 ATS) concluded the regular season with three wins, including two against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies. The Norse created a nine-point lead in the first half and managed to maintain a comfortable lead until the end to secure an 81-74 home victory. Northern Kentucky was solid from the field (49.0%) and hit 13 three-pointers opposite Oakland’s eight, while the Norse were better in rebounds (35-23).</p>



<p>Junior guard Marques Warrick led the Norse with a game-high 22 points. Chris Brandon posted a double-double of 13 points and game-high 13 rebounds, Sam Vinson added 12 points, four boards, and game-high three steals, Trevon Faulkner chipped in 12 points and four rebounds off the bench, while Trey Robinson had 11 points and five boards.</p>



<p><strong>Penguins secured the No. 1 seed with a win over Detroit Mercy</strong></p>



<p>The Youngstown State Penguins (24-8, 18-12 ATS) responded to a big loss against Robert Morris with a pair of wins over the IUPUI Jaguars and Detroit Mercy Titans. That latest 71-66 victory over the Titans secured a top seed and a regular-season title for the Penguins. Youngstown State limited the visitors to 35.3% from the floor, and despite making just five triples, the Penguins did make six free throws more (18-12) than Detroit Mercy, which made a difference in the end.</p>



<p>Senior forward Adrian Nelson led the Penguins with 20 points, seven rebounds, and two steals. Dwayne Cohill had 17 points, four boards, and four assists, while Brandon Rush contributed 15 points and four rebounds.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Northern Kentucky:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>1-4 ATS in the last five Monday games</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Youngstown State:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>4-1 ATS in the last five Monday games</li>



<li>14-3 SU in the last 17 games</li>



<li>8-2 SU in the last ten games against the Horizon conference rivals</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Northern Kentucky Norse vs. Youngstown State Penguins Pick</strong></p>



<p>Youngstown State has a top-10 offense in college basketball that averages 83.1 points per game opposite Northern Kentucky’s 68.2 points per contest. The Norse do have a stronger defense; they are allowing 63.7 ppg opposite the Penguins’ 72.5 ppg, but on this occasion, I am going with a more prolific offense. The Penguins scored 73+ points in both H2H duels this season, and I think if they score 70+ here, they are going to win. It’s still going to be a close encounter worthy of the conference semis.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Penguins at -1.5 (-130)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Northern Kentucky scored just 56 points in the latest H2H, but I expect the Norse to be much more efficient on Monday. They know that anything below 60 points is not going to be even close to the win, so the Norse must improve offensively. They did score 78 and 81 points in two wins over Oakland, which is a good sign. Over is 5-2 in the Penguins’ last seven overall, while Over is 11-5 in Youngstown State’s previous 16 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Over 137.5 points (-133)</p>

Northern Kentucky Norse vs. Youngstown State Penguins Odds, Pick, Prediction 3/6/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Explorers and Bonnies. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Bonnies at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -11.5 to win at home against La Salle.</p><h3>LA SALLE EXPLORERS VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like La Salle at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Explorers Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>La Salle fell to 7-7 on the season after a 79-68 home loss to Loyola Chicago on Wednesday. The Explorers entered the game as +2 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>La Salle trailed 40-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>La Salle's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.9% from the field and 30.8% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 47%. They hit 75% of their free throws, going 6 for 8 from the line, and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, finishing with 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Corey McKeithan led the Explorers with 24 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 50% from deep (5/10). Jayden Dawson and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each contributed 20 points, with Dawson shooting 60% from three and Edwards hitting 57.1% from beyond the arc.</p><p>La Salle's defense gave up 79 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field. The Explorers allowed 27 made field goals on 66 attempts.</p> <p>Defensively, La Salle allowed 19 two-point field goals on 40 attempts (47%) and 8 three-pointers on 26 attempts (30%). They also sent their opponents to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws (75%).</p><h3>Does St. Bonaventure Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies dropped to 13-2 on the season after a 73-68 loss to Saint Louis on Wednesday. St. Bonaventure went into the game as +3.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-28 at halftime, the Bonnies scored 40 points in the 2nd half but allowed 39. The total points for the game ended just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field and 23.5% from three-point range (4/17). Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, and they hit 85.7% of their free throws (12/14). The Bonnies grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>Gibson Jimerson led the way with 28 points, shooting 60.0% overall and 54.5% from deep (6/11). Chance Moore added 23 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 40.0% of his threes (2/5). Noel Brown was efficient inside, shooting 72.7% from the field.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense couldn't contain their opponent, allowing 73 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Bonnies struggled especially inside, where they gave up 66% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, St. Bonaventure's defense allowed 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws.</p>

La Salle Explorers vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>The NBA action continues on Tuesday, February 14, with a five-game slate, and here you can check out the best Kings vs. Suns betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Phoenix will open a three-game home stand when they host Sacramento at Footprint Center. The Kings are 3-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi/">BetDSI Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 234.5 points. These Pacific Division foes will meet for the second time this season; the Suns won 122-117 in Sacramento.</p>



<p><strong>Kings edged the Mavericks in the second game of a back-to-back set</strong></p>



<p>The Sacramento Kings (32-24, 30-25-1 ATS) returned home from a seven-game road trip on which they recorded four wins, including the last two over the Houston Rockets. After losing the opening game of a back-to-back home set against the Dallas Mavericks, the Kings responded with a 133-128 overtime win. Sacramento shot 51.0% from the field, and despite making only eight three-pointers opposite Dallas’ 20, the hosts forced 16 turnovers and committed just seven on the other end.</p>



<p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with a game-high 36 points, team five assists, four rebounds, and two steals. Terence Davis added 22 points, six boards, and two thefts, Domantas Sabonis posted a double-double of 22 points and game-high 14 rebounds, Kevin Huerter had a 15/8/5/2 line, while Trey Lyles contributed 14 points and six boards.</p>



<p>SG Malik Monk (ankle) and SF KZ Okpala (knee) are questionable to face Phoenix on Tuesday.</p>



<p><strong>Suns beat the Pacers on the road</strong></p>



<p>The Phoenix Suns (31-27, 31-27-0 ATS) spent the previous five games on the road, during which they secured four wins. Following a loss to the Atlanta Hawks, the Suns returned to winning ways with a 117-104 victory against the Indiana Pacers. Phoenix limited the hosts to 42.4% from the floor, and although the rivals were pretty tied in most key segments, the Suns did dominate the rebounds (53-38). The visitors had 19 offensive boards opposite Indiana’s 11.</p>



<p>Deandre Ayton led the Suns with a double-double of 22 points and 11 rebounds. Devin Booker was right behind with 21 points, five assists, and four boards, Chris Paul added 19 points, team-high nine dishes, and two steals, Josh Okogie had 17 points, six rebounds, and game-high three thefts, while Torrey Craig registered a double-double of 11 points and game-high 12 boards.</p>



<p>SF Kevin Durant (knee), PG Cameron Payne (foot), and PG Landry Shamet (foot) are out indefinitely and will not play on Tuesday against the Kings.</p>



<p><strong>Trends</strong>:</p>



<p><strong>Sacramento:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>1-3-1 ATS in the last five games following an ATS win</li>



<li>1-4 ATS in the last five games playing on two days of rest</li>



<li>3-9-1 ATS in the last 13 games vs. a team with a winning straight-up record</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Phoenix:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>9-4 ATS in the last 13 games overall</li>



<li>5-2 ATS in the last seven home games</li>



<li>8-3 ATS in the last 11 Tuesday games</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Sacramento Kings vs. Phoenix Suns Pick</strong></p>



<p>The Kings have the best offense in the NBA which averages 119.6 points per game, while Phoenix’s offense scores 112.7 ppg. This offense will be better when Kevin Durant returns to the floor, but at the moment, the Suns are relying more on their solid defense to win games. That said, the Suns are allowing 111.3 ppg, which is the fifth-best defense in the league. Sacramento’s defense is not even in the top 20 as the Kings surrender 117.1 ppg. The Suns won ten of the previous 13 games and I am backing them to open their three-game homestay with a W on Tuesday.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Suns at -2.5 (-125)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>I mentioned the Suns’ solid defense; they kept the opponents below 107 points in four of the last seven games. It’s going to be hard to limit the most prolific offense in the league, but Sacramento scored just 104 points in two of the last four games on the road, so there is a chance for the hosts. Under is 5-1 in the last six H2H meetings in Phoenix; Under is 15-6 in the Kings’ previous 21 road games, while Under is 4-1 in the Suns’ last five overall.<strong>Pick</strong>: Go Under 236.52 points (-130)</p>

Sacramento Kings vs. Phoenix Suns Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/14/23

<p>Week 8 of the 2021 NFL season kicks off with Thursday Night Football from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, so we bring you the best Packers vs. Cardinals betting pick and odds along with the latest team news, stats, and betting trends.</p>



<p>The Cardinals opened as 3.5-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>, but after Green Bay announced that WR Davante Adams and defensive coordinator Joe Barry tested positive for COVID-19, the line went from 3.5 to 6.0 points. The totals sit at 51.0 points, while the Packers are +220 moneyline underdogs.</p>



<h2>Green Bay shut down Washington in the red zone to stay on the right track</h2>



<p>The Green Bay Packers (6-1; 6-1 ATS) are rolling on a six-game winning streak following a 24-10 victory to the Washington Football Team in Week 7. Aaron Rodgers completed 27 of his 35 passing attempts for 274 yards and three touchdowns, while the Packers’ D held their rivals to 0-for-4 in the red zone.</p>



<p>Davante Adams had six catches for 76 yards and a TD last Sunday, and his eventual absence will be a massive blow for the Packers’ offense, though Green Bay is 6-0 SU without Adams under head coach Matt LaFleur. WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling might come off injured reserve, and his return would be a huge boost.</p>



<p>The Packers allowed 195 rushing yards and 430 in total against Washington, but they still held FT to a paltry 10 points. Green Bay is now yielding 20.9 points per game (8<sup>th</sup> in the league) on 120.9 rushing yards (22<sup>nd</sup>) and 210.6 passing yards (6<sup>th</sup>).&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Arizona hammered Houston, remains undefeated</h2>



<p>The Arizona Cardinals (7-0; 6-1 ATS) extended their perfect run with a 31-5 thrashing of the Houston Texans in Week 7. After a slow start and a 5-0 deficit early in the second quarter, the Cardinals got things going on both sides of the ball and rolled past the Texans.</p>



<p>Arizona yielded only 160 total yards and eight 1<sup>st</sup> downs to Houston. The Cardinals’ offense racked up 172 yards on the ground (4.6 per carry), while Kyler Murray went 20-of-28 for 261 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception. TE Zach Ertz had three catches for 66 yards and a TD on his debut with the Cardinals, proving he’ll be a great reinforcement.</p>



<p>The Cardinals rank fourth in the league in points scored per game (32.1) and seventh in total yards per game (402.1). They are surrendering only 16.3 points per contest (tied-1<sup>st</sup> in the NFL) on 115.7 rushing yards (18<sup>th</sup>) and 201.0 passing yards (3<sup>rd</sup>).</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Green Bay:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-3 ATS in the last four games as underdogs of six or more points&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Arizona:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-0 ATS in the last five games overall</li><li>7-0 ATS in the last seven games played in October</li><li>4-1 ATS in the last five outings as favorites of six or more points&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-green-bay-packers-vs-arizona-cardinals-pick">Green Bay Packers vs. Arizona Cardinals Pick</h2>



<p>These two NFC foes meet for the first time since 2018, and Arizona is 4-1 SU and 3-2 ATS in its previous five games against Green Bay. Both teams have been outstanding against the spread so far this season, so the betting trends are not helping much. The Packers have covered only once in their last four outings as dogs of six or more points, while the Cardinals are 6-2 ATS in their last eight showings as favorites of six or more points.</p>



<p>Betting against Aaron Rodgers is often a bad idea, but the Packers will have a mountain to climb, playing without one of the best wideouts in football. Green Bay is 9-0 SU and 8-1 ATS in its last nine prime-time games, and that run should come to an end in Glendale. The Cardinals look like a real deal on both sides of the ball, but I cannot feel comfortable with a 6-point spread.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Arizona Cardinals -6.0 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>The under is 7-2 in the last nine encounters between Green Bay and Arizona. Also, the under has hit in the Packers’ last four games and six of the Cardinals’ previous nine. Riding these betting trends seems like the best move for the Packers vs. Cardinals matchup, considering how good their defenses have been so far this season.</p>



<p>Both teams should look to run the ball as much as they can. Neither run D has impressed, but when it comes to passing and scoring defense, both Green Bay and Arizona are among the best in the league.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 51.0 points at -110</strong></p>

Green Bay Packers vs. Arizona Cardinals Odds, Pick, Prediction 10/28/21

I need to apologize twice at the start of today’s spotlight college basketball preview. First, I need to apologize because Fresno State failed to cover. Second, I need to apologize because I subjected you to one of the worst college basketball games of the season. That was a game that set offense back as if the three-point line hadn’t been invented yet.

Sometimes that’s how it goes, unfortunately, but it’s been a good week and a good run otherwise, so we’ll get back in the saddle with a play that I’ve had my eye on since Monday. That is Game 845/846 between Coastal Carolina and Georgia Southern down in what we usually refer to as “The Fun Belt”.

For those that don’t know, BangTheBook Radio moved over to ATS.io to become ATS Radio. This game was highlighted on Monday’s show with our friend, Kyle Hunter. With the loss, we’ll change it up from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bovada"><strong>Bovada</strong> </a>to <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker"><strong>Bookmaker</strong> </a>and look at Coastal Carolina -2 with a total of 141.5.

Money has been bet on Georgia Southern to this point to drive the line down from -3 to -2. Is that the right side in my mind? Let’s find out.
<h3><strong><u>Coastal Carolina Chanticleers</u></strong></h3>
Coastal Carolina might be a football school in the minds of most these days, and even a baseball school to some, but the basketball team is also pretty good. Cliff Ellis has fielded an 11-3 squad with a 5-2 record in Sun Belt play. Recently, Coastal has had a few duds with unimpressive wins over Troy and a close loss to Georgia State, but this is a solid team that does a few things really well.

The first is that Coastal is a sharpshooting team from distance. The Chanticleers have buried 39.3% of their three-point attempts, which ranks 18th in the nation. They take a three 40.5% of the time overall, so they’ve really been able to maximize that skill. In conference play, things are even better with a 40.4% clip from three and they’ve taken one 43.6% of the time.

The second thing that Coastal Carolina does really well is attack the offensive glass. They are second in the Sun Belt Conference in ORB% at 32.9% and ninth in the nation overall at 36.3%. They’ve played a terrible schedule so far this season, so it is fair to poke some holes in what they’ve done so far, as their schedule ranks 331st in the nation per Bart Torvik. But, they’ve done pretty much what they’re supposed to do against it.

The third thing the Chants do really well, at least in conference play, is defend. Through seven games, their eFG% against on defense is 47.7%. Opponents are only shooting 33.5% from three and 45.9% from two. Those marks are third and second, respectively, in conference games.

If there is one glaring flaw with this Coastal team, it is the TO% on offense. Coastal ranks seventh in conference with a 20.9% TO%. They rank 273rd in the nation overall at 21.4%. They’re getting back some of those lost possessions with offensive rebounds, but still have failed to take good enough care of the basketball.
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<h3><strong><u>Georgia</u></strong><strong><u> Southern Eagles</u></strong></h3>
That could end up being the difference in the game. Coastal Carolina doesn’t take good care of the basketball and Georgia Southern ranks 23rd in the nation in TO% on defense. Of course, one of the main problems for the Eagles is that they also turn the ball over a lot themselves, ranking 304th in the nation in TO% on offense. They are also a bad defensive rebounding team that ranks 263rd in the nation in ORB% against.

So, while the Eagles force a lot of turnovers, they also find ways to give back some of those extra possessions. They are a decent offensive rebounding team, so there really is a lot of give and take with their statistical profile.

Unlike Coastal Carolina, who shoots a lot of threes and makes a lot of them, Georgia Southern shoots a lot of threes and is bad at it. The Eagles shoot at three-pointer 43.5% of the time, but have only made 29.4% of those shots. They’re shooting 52% on two-point attempts, but seem to settle for bad threes far too often.

The team’s three-point shortcomings aren’t only on the offensive side. Georgia Southern has allowed opponents to shoot 39.5% from deep, which ranks 336th in the nation. They defend okay on the interior, but have not defended well on the perimeter. Opponents have taken note, taking 42.6% of their shots from beyond the arc.

Interestingly, in conference play, Georgia Southern has done a better job defending the three and opponents have taken fewer shots from there. It does seem as though they’ve made an adjustment. On the other hand, they’re the worst team in adjusted offensive efficiency in the Sun Belt during conference play. If it’s not one thing, it’s another.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
My guess here is that this line is moving because Georgia Southern forces a lot of turnovers and Coastal Carolina doesn’t take great care of the basketball. The problem I have with that is that Georgia Southern also takes a lot of threes that they don’t make and gives up a lot of offensive rebounds. Empty possessions and finding ways to neutralize your turnover prowess make it really hard to win games and cover spreads.

I’m on Coastal Carolina here. It’s a game I circled earlier in the week based on a lot of different matchup factors and I do like it. I also think Coastal, the better team, can dictate the tempo of this game to their liking as well.
<h4><strong>Pick: Coastal Carolina -2</strong></h4>
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<p>The final games of the play-in tournament are set for Friday night, and it kicks off with the Chicago Bulls visiting the Miami Heat. Chicago pulled off a miraculous comeback to advance in this tournament, while the Heat were poor in their loss. Below is my <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/nba/"><strong>NBA</strong></a> pick for the Bulls vs Heat.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chicago-bulls-vs-miami-heat-betting-pick"><a></a><a></a>Chicago Bulls vs Miami Heat Betting Pick</h2>



<p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +5.0 @ <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/"><strong>BetOnline</strong></a></p>



<p>This game will be played at Keseya Center at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-bet-the-chicago-bulls"><a></a>Why Bet the Chicago Bulls:</h2>



<p>✅ Chicago has been good against the spread of late, covering five of their last seven games played.</p>



<p>✅ The Bulls have won nine of their last 11 games away from the United Center.</p>



<p>✅ Miami looked poor in their loss to Atlanta and have now just covered the spread in three of their last nine games played.</p>



<p>The final games of the play-in tournament are set for Friday night, and it kicks off with the Chicago Bulls visiting the Miami Heat. Chicago pulled off a miraculous comeback to advance in this tournament, while the Heat were poor in their loss. Below is my NBA pick for the Bulls vs Heat.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a><a></a>Chicago Bulls vs Miami Heat Betting Pick</h2>



<p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +5.0</p>



<p>This game will be played at Keseya Center at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Why Bet the Chicago Bulls:</h2>



<p>✅ Chicago has been good against the spread of late, covering five of their last seven games played.</p>



<p>✅ The Bulls have won nine of their last 11 games away from the United Center.</p>



<p>✅ Miami looked poor in their loss to Atlanta and have now just covered the spread in three of their last nine games played.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a></a>Do the Chicago Bulls Have Anything Left in the Tank?</h2>



<p>The Chicago Bulls advanced to the final play-in game by using a 19-point second half comeback in Toronto. Chicago, and specifically Zach LaVine, went off in the fourth quarter and took advantage of the Raptors missing 16 free throws on the night. It was not a great performance by Chicago, but they will not care as they are now just one game from getting into the playoff bracket.</p>



<p>The Bulls have been balanced this season as Zach LaVine leads the way with 24.8 points per game and Nikola Vucevic is grabbing 11.0 rebounds. DeMar DeRozan is dishing out a team leading 5.1 assists per game this year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Miami Heat Look Old</h2>



<p>Miami looked as bad as they could in their play-in loss to Atlanta Tuesday night. The Heat looked slow and old, and needed a season best game from Kyle Lowry to keep it as close as it was. This has been a strange season for the Heat, and it feels like the final chapter of this era of Miami basketball.</p>



<p>Jimmy Butler had a strong regular season as he led the Heat with 22.9 points and 5.3 assists per game. Bam Adebayo grabbed a team high 9.2 rebounds per game this year.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Miami Heat: NBA Preview, Odds, & Pick 04/14/23

<p>Planning on watching today's Dons and Waves game? Catch the action at Firestone Fieldhouse in Malibu, CA, as the Waves hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. San Francisco is favored by -6.5 in this West Coast conference contest against Pepperdine. The game's over/under currently sits at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS PEPPERDINE WAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pepperdine Waves +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Firestone Fieldhouse at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PEPPERDINE WAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Waves.</li><li>Not only will Pepperdine pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will San Francisco Be The Talk of Firestone Fieldhouse?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>San Francisco’s season record dropped to 13-5 after a 77-54 loss to Santa Clara on Saturday. The Dons, who were +3 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>San Francisco led 28-21 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 56 to Santa Clara.</p><p>San Francisco struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 54 points on 35% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit only 18.8% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-32 from deep.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dons shot 50%, making 6 of 12 attempts. Carlos Stewart Jr. was a bright spot, scoring 25 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 5-of-8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Dons gave up 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 8 for 72%. San Francisco allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Pepperdine Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pepperdine Waves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pepperdine improved to 7-10 on the season with an 87-70 road win over Pacific on Saturday. The Waves entered the game as +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 40-28 at halftime, Pepperdine scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 157 went over the pre-game line of 149.5.</p><p>Pepperdine put up 87 points in their latest game, shooting 57.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.5%. They connected on 73.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, making 12 threes. The Waves also dished out 21 assists in the win.</p> <p>Stefan Todorovic was a standout, scoring 29 points on 10-of-13 shooting, including 7-of-8 from three-point range. Moe Odum contributed 15 points and a team-high 11 assists, while Jaxon Olvera added 19 points on 8-of-13 shooting.</p><p>Despite Pepperdine's defensive efforts, they allowed 70 points on 39% shooting from the field. The Waves gave up 12 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, with the opponent shooting 50% from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Pepperdine's defense held the other team to 31% shooting, as they hit 10 threes on 32 attempts. The Waves also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 69%.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Pepperdine Waves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

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A strong college basketball card is on tap for tonight with a lot of quality matchups across multiple conferences. Every morning, we look for games with some actionable info or edges or seek out the biggest game of the night that everybody seems to have an opinion on. It is a process that takes a little while, but coming to a conclusion and putting together a preview is part of the fun on this side of the business.

The conclusion for Thursday was that the game between the San Francisco Dons and the Santa Clara Broncos would be the game. It is a 10 p.m. ET tip-off in the West Coast Conference and a game that may not be on the radar for most, especially with some major conference games running at the same time.

The money spends the same whether you win a bet in the WCC or the Pac-12, so let’s see if we can find an edge in the Dons vs. Broncos matchup with the Dons -4 and a total of 139 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker"><strong>Bookmaker Sportsbook</strong></a>.
<h3><strong><u>San Francisco Dons</u></strong></h3>
The Dons are an analytics darling. San Francisco head coach Todd Golden is a firm believer in what NBA teams like the Houston Rockets have done. The mid-range game is –EV, or negative expected value. Shots should be taken at the rim or from beyond the three-point line. On the season so far, more than half of San Francisco’s field goal attempts have been triple tries.

Their 50.9% 3P Rate ranks fifth in the nation. And, interestingly enough, the analytics approach also carries over to the defensive side, where the Dons sell out on the perimeter. Opponents have only taken a three-pointer 28.1% of the time.

The players don’t seem to have fully bought in as of yet, as they’ve still taken 169 “far twos” as defined by Bart Torvik. The Dons are shooting 30.2% on those shots, so the proof is in the pudding. They are shooting 63.3% on “close twos” and 36.2% on threes. If only the players would stop shooting those –EV mid-range and long twos, then San Francisco’s offense would run exactly as planned.

That brings us to Khalil Shabazz. The highest-usage player for the Dons had 30 points in the last game against BYU, but he’s taken the most far twos and hasn’t finished at an efficient rate at the rim. Jamaree Bouyea, the team’s facilitator and point guard, has been the one to consistently get to the rim. Shabazz’s potential is on display regularly, but his shot selection and inability to finish at the cup are a big reason why San Francisco is only 3-3 in conference play and just 9-7 overall.

We know the Dons and this style of basketball has potential. Hell, USF beat Virginia earlier this season. On the other hand, the “3 &amp; D” approach can lead to some higher-variance outcomes, like losses to Cal and UMass Lowell. This is a team with a high ceiling and a relatively high floor, judging by the wins and losses, but they can be a frustrating team to bet on or against.
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<h3><strong><u>Santa Clara</u></strong><strong><u> Broncos</u></strong></h3>
There are some really good coaches in the WCC, including Santa Clara bench boss Herb Sendek. It didn’t show in the wins and losses last season, but Santa Clara had one of their better offensive and defensive seasons on his watch, shooting 52.1% from two-point range and 34.9% from three-point range.

This season has been a different story. The Broncos can’t buy a bucket. They’re shooting 26.9% from three and 45.4% from two. That three-point percentage ranks 332nd in the nation and remember that not all 353 teams are playing. It’s one of the absolute worst marks in the country. What changed?

For starters, sophomore Trey Wertz moved on and transferred to Notre Dame. He was a 57% shooter on two-pointers and a 39% shooter on threes. Guglielmo Caruso was 69.3% on twos last season with some big minutes off the bench. He’s shooting 39% in increased time this season. For whatever reason, the Broncos just haven’t been able to create a lot of open looks.

This is a bad offensive team all around. A case could be made for positive regression, as Santa Clara has gone from 59.3% on close twos to 53.2% on them this season. They’ve gone from nearly 35% from three to 27%.

Maybe some home cooking will help. This will be the first home game for Santa Clara at the Leavey Center since December 22. They’ve gone 2-2 in four road games, including a very nice win at Saint Mary’s, in that span.

While Sendek’s team isn’t scoring, they are playing great defense. The Broncos are 65th in the nation in 3P% against at 30.3% and sixth in the nation in 2P% against at 41.8%. They are ninth in eFG% defense. They’re also 327th in eFG% offense, which is why the returns haven’t been as strong as they had hoped.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
What is interesting about Santa Clara is that they continue to push the pace, despite the bad offense. Their adjusted tempo ranks 48th in the country per Torvik. I’m looking for a little slower of a game here. Last time out, Santa Clara played a San Diego team coming off of a COVID pause. The Toreros were excited to play and Santa Clara was happy to run. San Francisco is a more controlled team.

Both teams defend the three-point line extremely well. Santa Clara doesn’t take a ton of them, but as we’ve discussed, their offense has not been efficient at all on the interior. Last season’s games played to 73 and 69 possessions, with 141 and 131 points.

I’d look at the under in this one.
<h4><strong>Pick: Under 139</strong></h4>
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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Jets versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Jets are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Ducks. The game's over/under currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+159)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Winnipeg Have A Chance at Honda Center?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-9-1. Winnipeg, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Jets rallied with seven different players finding the net. Winnipeg took the lead for good with a goal at 12:22 in the third period, adding two more with empty-netters to seal the victory.</p><p>Winnipeg’s offense fired 34 shots on goal and netted 7 times in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay. They closed out the game with two empty-net goals, with Nikolaj Ehlers scoring his 9th of the season and Cole Perfetti adding his 4th. Earlier, Alex Iafallo found the net for the first time this season on a power play.</p> <p>Each of the Jets’ 7 goals came from different players. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his 3rd goal of the year, while Dylan Samberg added his 3rd as well. Logan Stanley scored his first of the season, and Mark Scheifele picked up his 8th goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets struggled early, conceding the first two goals and another to tie the game at 3-3. They also gave up a fourth goal in the 3rd period, but their offense picked them up, scoring the final three goals. Goalie Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with a save percentage of 86.7%, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Ducks?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 11-14-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Anaheim, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 6.</p>

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period. They trailed 3-0 before Brock McGinn scored at 10:16 in the third period. Mason McTavish added a goal with just 4 seconds left, but it wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>Anaheim registered 39 shots on goal but managed just two scores in their last game, with Brock McGinn netting his second goal of the season at the 9:44 mark in the third period. Mason McTavish followed with his second goal, coming with just four seconds left on a power play.</p> <p>The Ducks recorded 16 giveaways and were held scoreless through the first two periods. Ryan Strome added his fourth assist of the season, while Troy Terry picked up his fifth assist on McTavish’s late goal.</p><p>The Ducks' defense struggled early, giving up the first three goals, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with an 86.2% save percentage, but Anaheim's defense also allowed a late goal at 17:43 in the third period.</p>

Winnipeg Jets vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Owls and Broncos. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Broncos at Leavey Center in Santa Clara, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 158.5 points, and Santa Clara is favored by -14.5 against Kennesaw State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>KENNESAW STATE OWLS VS SANTA CLARA BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leavey Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Owls Find a Way to Win in Santa Clara?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kennesaw State improved to 5-3 on the season with an 81-77 win over Georgia State on Friday. The Owls, who entered as +2 underdogs, not only pulled off the road win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-36 at halftime, Kennesaw State outscored Georgia State 45-38 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 158, just over the 157.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, Kennesaw State put up 81 points, shooting 42.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a 53.1% success rate on two-pointers and 31% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 29 threes. At the free-throw line, they connected on 74.1%, making 20 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>Adrian Wooley led the way with 28 points, shooting 52.9% overall and 50% from three (4/8). Simeon Cottle added 27 points, despite shooting 28.6% from deep. Zarique Nutter contributed 20 points, while Cesare Edwards recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive efforts, they allowed 77 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Owls gave up 26 field goals, including 9 three-pointers on 24 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 37% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kennesaw State's defense held their opponents to 41% shooting, with 17 made two-point shots out of 41 attempts. The Owls also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 16 free throws for a 64% success rate.</p><h3>Can the Broncos Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara improved to 6-5 on the season with an 84-74 win over Bradley on Saturday. Playing at home, the Broncos entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Santa Clara took control early, leading 41-25 at halftime. However, they allowed 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43 of their own, making the game closer than the final score suggests.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points with a 48.2% field goal percentage. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24), contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 58.9%.</p> <p>Elijah Mahi and Duke Deen each scored 23 points, with Deen adding 7 assists. Carlos Stewart Jr. was also a standout, hitting 5 of 8 threes and finishing with 20 points. Christoph Tilly was efficient, shooting 75% from the field and adding 21 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled, giving up 74 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 56 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Broncos allowed 12 threes on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the line 24 times, where they hit 18 free throws, good for 75%.</p>

Kennesaw State Owls vs Santa Clara Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks won on Friday night as a big underdog against the Los Angeles Dodgers. On Saturday night, the Diamondbacks lost by 21 runs. The two games could not have been any sharper in contrast, so that leaves us wondering what we’ll see on Sunday as the teams finish up the first half of the season.</p>



<p>We’ll see Merrill Kelly for the Diamondbacks and Tony Gonsolin for the Dodgers in a game where the line has jumped up into the -230 range at <strong><a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline">BetOnline Sportsbook</a></strong> with a total of 9.</p>



<h2 id="h-arizona-diamondbacks"><strong><u>Arizona</u></strong><strong><u> Diamondbacks</u></strong></h2>



<p>You really have to wonder about the motivation level of the Diamondbacks in this game. They have five more losses than the Baltimore Orioles and nine more than the next closest team, which is the Pirates. This is an Arizona squad that ended the month of April at 14-12. They are 12-53 since. The Dodgers are 8-1 against Arizona this season and have now outscored them by 41 runs.</p>



<p>A lot has been made of Colorado’s road woes, but the Rockies at 8-34 are not that much worse than the Diamondbacks at 11-37. Arizona has one of the league’s worst bullpens and has a record of 3-20 in one-run games. Injuries have really hurt on the offensive side and continue to do so, as Carson Kelly and Ketel Marte remain sidelined. Arizona actually had a good offense in April, but now ranks 27th in wOBA heading into this game.</p>



<p>One recent bright spot has been Merrill Kelly. The Arizona right-hander has a 4.60 ERA with a 4.00 FIP in his 103.2 innings of work. Over his last four starts, Kelly has allowed just six runs on 23 hits in 25.1 innings of work with 18 strikeouts against just two walks. He’ll be a sought-after trade piece as the Diamondbacks sell anything they can, as he has another year left on his deal and has pitched much better than his ERA suggests.</p>



<p>Kelly has been a tough-luck guy this season with a 68.2% LOB% and big splits with men on base and men in scoring position compared to his splits with the bases empty. They’ve been getting better during this recent run, but he has still allowed a .358 wOBA with men on base compared to a .290 wOBA with the bases empty. The gap used to be over 100 points.</p>



<h2 id="h-los-angeles-dodgers"><strong><u>Los Angeles</u></strong><strong><u> Dodgers</u></strong></h2>



<p>The Dodgers and their top-five offense certainly had some fun on Saturday night. It was a 9-0 game before the end of the second inning and it got uglier from there. Los Angeles ranks fifth in wOBA at .330 and has seen an uptick in the power department over the last week or two. The Dodgers have the league’s top BB% at 10.8%, so they’ve been able to create a lot of opportunities for themselves to score runs.</p>



<p>Veteran teams try to bank as many wins as they can prior to the All-Star Break and the Dodgers are certainly a veteran team. They sit just two games back of the San Francisco Giants in the NL West, but have a very firm grasp on one of the two Wild Card spots. Three of the five playoff teams in the NL will come from the West and two of them will face off in that win or go home contest to begin the postseason.</p>



<p>This will be the sixth MLB start of the season for Tony Gonsolin, who has a 2.11 ERA with a 3.40 FIP in his previous 21.1 innings pitched. He also had a relief appearance in there. Gonsolin has walked 14 of the 91 batters that he has faced, but has also struck out 25 of them. Arizona doesn’t do much well on offense, but does have the 13th-highest BB% in the league, so Gonsolin will have to throw strikes.</p>



<p>He walked five in his first start of the year back on June 9, but has also walked a batter per inning in two of his other appearances. Gonsolin maxed out last start with 19 batters faced and pitched 5.1 innings for his longest outing of the season. With off days on the horizon for the All-Star Break, the Dodgers can manage the game more aggressively if need be today.</p>



<h2 id="h-diamondbacks-vs-dodgers-free-pick"><strong><u>Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>A complete no-show from the Diamondbacks today is not at all out of the question. Merrill Kelly has been pitching a lot better of late, though, so he may be able to hold the Dodgers at bay. It is hard to see everybody being fully engaged in this one, especially with such a lopsided line and such a huge difference between the teams. The under is the play here.</p>



<h3 id="h-pick-under-9"><strong>Pick: Under 9</strong></h3>



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<p>At 7:20 PM ET, the Mets and Braves square off in an NL East matchup. This one is being played at Truist Park in Atlanta, and the Braves are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -143. The money line odds have the Mets at +121, and the over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>New York will be looking to keep their two-game winning streak alive, as they are 87-69 and 2nd in the NL East. Atlanta is 3rd in the division at 85-71.</p><h3>ATLANTA BRAVES VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Braves Moneyline -143</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Tuesday, September 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 6 to 5</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 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets's offense was carried by Brandon Nimmo in their most recent game vs. the Phillies, a 2-1 win. Nimmo went only 1/4, but his one hit was a home run, and the Mets scored their other run on a Tylor Megill single. New York was the +120 underdog at home going into this game.</p>

<p>Tylor Megill got the start for the Mets, going four innings and giving up just one run on four hits. He only had six K's in the outing and got the win.</p><p>The Mets are 87-69 overall and trail the Phillies by 5.5 games in the NL East. New York is on a two-game winning streak, and they took three of four games in their series vs. the Phillies. So far, they have gone 29-20 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 46-35 this season, and they are above .500 at 41-34 on the road. As the favorite, the Mets are 58-37 this year, and they are 29-32 as the underdog. New York's series record is 27-17-8, and they have won two straight series.</p><p>Through the first 156 games of the season, the Mets have a run line record of 80-76, with an average run differential of +0.5 runs per game. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road, where they are 42-33, compared to at home, where they are 38-43. Their average run differential is the same at home and on the road, at +0.6 runs per game.</p><p>With a combined run average of 9.1 runs per game, the New York Mets have seen a lot of high-scoring games this season. Their over/under record is 79-72, and when the over/under line is set at 8 runs, they have gone over 15 times, under 9 times, and pushed once. Overall, 51.9% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 runs or higher.</p><p>Luis Severino has made 30 starts this season, and his record is 11-6 with an ERA of 3.79. So far, he has pitched much better at home, coming in with a record of 7-2 and an ERA of 3.64. On the road, his ERA is 4.92, and he has a record of 4-4. Severino's most recent outing came against the Phillies, where he picked up the win. In that outing, he went six innings and gave up three earned runs. Looking back at his last three outings, Severino has finished with a no-decision in two of them.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Mets are 5th in the league in runs scored at 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 4.9 runs per game. As a team, the Mets are batting .248, which is 9th in the league, and are 4th in the league in home runs. Over the last nine games, Luisangel Acuna has gone 11/29 with three homers, while Brandon Nimmo has also hit three homers while going 8/32.</p>

<p>Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso have been two of the Mets' top power threats this season, with Alonso leading the team with 34 homers and Lindor right behind him at 31. Alonso's 88 RBIs are the best mark on the team, while Lindor is 3rd at 86. Lindor comes into the game on a four-game hitting streak and has a batting average of .271 for the season.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>The Braves's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Marlins, closing out their series with a 5-4 win. After allowing one run to the Marlins in the 2nd inning, the Braves responded with a run of their own and added another in the 3rd to take the lead. Atlanta went on to score another two runs in the 5th to extend their lead to 4-1. The Marlins made things interesting with a three-run 6th, but the Braves's bullpen was able to close things out, and Atlanta picked up the win.</p>

<p>Grant Holmes got the start for the Braves, going four innings and giving up two earned runs, and issued three walks. The Braves's offense was carried by Gio Urshela, who went 3/4 with a homer and a run scored. The Braves also had three other players with two hits.</p><p>With an overall record of 85-71, the Braves trail the Phillies by 7.5 games in the NL East. Currently, they are 3rd in the division and have gone 26-23 against other teams in the NL East. The Braves have won two straight games, and they are 6-4 across their last 10.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 42-33 this season and 43-38 on the road. As the favorite, the Braves are 72-53 this season and 13-18 as the underdog. Atlanta has won two straight games as the favorite, and they have an overall series record of 28-16-7 this year.</p><p>When the Braves win, they do so by an average of 3.8 runs per game, but when they lose, they lose by an average of 3.3 runs. They have a run line record of 74-82 this season, with a run line record of 43-38 on the road and 31-44 at home. As the favorite, they are 56-69 against the run line, while as the underdog, they are 18-13. Their run line home losing streak is at two games, and they have not covered the run line in their last game as the favorite.</p><p>The Braves have played 150 games this season, and 89 of them have had an over/under line set at 8 or higher. The over/under record for those games is 9-16-1, and their average combined run average in those games is 8.2. Overall, the Braves' over/under record this season is 58-92, and the average line for their games is exactly 8 runs.</p><p>Spencer Schwellenbach gets the start for the Braves today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win. Against the Reds on September 18th, he went 6 innings, giving up just 1 earned run. Looking back further, Schwellenbach has been pitching well, as he has turned in a quality start in three of his last four outings. For the season, he has made 19 starts, has a record of 7-7, and his ERA is 3.61. The right-hander's WHIP for the season is 1.10, and opponents are batting .234 off him this year.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna comes into the game with a six-game hitting streak, and he has been on fire of late, going 12/25 in his last five games, including three home runs. For the season, Ozuna is batting .309 with 38 homers and 101 RBIs. Matt Olson has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 8/17 in his last five games with three homers.</p>

<p>As a team, the Braves are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 16th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. Overall, they are the league's 3rd ranked home run hitting team and have the 6th best isolated power figure in the league.</p>

New York Mets vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 9/24/24

<p>At 3:37 from Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, we have an interleague matchup between the Cardinals and Athletics. Heading into Wednesday's game, the Cardinals are 9-9 compared to the Athletics at 7-11. St. Louis is the favorite on the money line at -151, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Wednesday's starting pitching matchup features Steven Matz for the Cardinals and Paul Blackburn for the Athletics. You can catch this one on TV on NSPCA.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +126</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 3:37 ET on Wednesday, April 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Cardinals vs. Athletics series. St. Louis went into the matchup as -143 favorites and squeaked out a 3-2 win. Heading into the game, the Cardinals had won the first two games of the series.</p>

<p>Oakland wasted a good outing from J.P. Sears, as he gave up just one run in five innings of work for the A's. Dany Jimenez took the loss. Lance Lynn got the win for the Cardinals, going seven innings and giving up one earned run.</p>

<p>Nolan Arenado was the only Cardinals hitter to have more than one hit, as he went 2/4 with an RBI. Kyle McCann hit the game's only home run while going 2/3 with two RBIs.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into today's game vs. the Athletics, the Cardinals are in 5th place in the NL Central. They are two games behind the Reds for 4th place and two games behind the Brewers for the division lead. The Cardinals come into today's game, having won two straight games, closing out their series with the Diamondbacks with a win and sweeping the two-game series with the Athletics so far.</p>

<p>When playing on the road this season, the Cardinals are 6-6 compared to 3-3 at home. St. Louis has won two straight games as the favorite and is 4-2 when favored this season. As the underdog, which they are today, the Cardinals are 5-7 this season.</p><p>St. Louis has been a solid run line bet this season, going 11-7 overall. They've been even better on the road, going 7-5 against the run line. They've been a good bet as an underdog, going 8-4 against the run line, compared to just 3-3 as a favorite. Their average run differential is -0.3 runs per game, but that number jumps to 2.4 in their wins and -3.1 in their losses.</p><p>St. Louis has seen the under hit in four straight games, and the under has hit in six of their last seven games. The Cardinals have played in 11 games this season with an over/under line set at 8 runs, and the under has hit in seven of those games. Overall, the under has hit in 11 of the Cardinals' 17 games this season.</p><p>Steven Matz and the Cardinals are on the road to take on the Athletics. Matz has been solid in his first two outings, picking up a win in his first start and then going 4 2/3 innings and striking out 8 in his last start. He has yet to give up a home run this season.</p><p>When looking at the Cardinals' top hitting projections today, Brendan Donovan has the best chance to have a big game at the plate. His total hits projection is the best on the team and 15th best in the league today. If you're looking for a Cardinals player to hit a home run, Nolan Gorman has the best odds on the team and the 9th best odds in the league. Willson Contreras is also a good bet to go deep, as his home run projection is 10th best in today's slate of games.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are currently on a two-game losing streak, as they dropped the final two games of their series with the Cardinals. In the AL West, they are two games behind the Mariners for 3rd place and two games behind the Rangers for the division lead.</p>

<p>So far, the Athletics have been the underdog in 16 of their games, and they are 5-11 in those contests. At home, they are 3-9 compared to 4-2 on the road.</p><p>When the Oakland Athletics are underdogs, they have been a solid bet against the run line, going 9-7. Their average run margin in those games is -1.4, but they have been able to cover the run line in nine of those games. They have been especially good on the road, going 5-1 against the run line, with an average run margin of 1.2.</p><p>Despite the fact that the Oakland Athletics have an over/under record of 7-10, the over/under line for their games has been set at 8 runs on average. In games with an over/under line of 8 runs, the record is 2-3-1. The over/under line for today's game against the St. Louis Cardinals is 8 runs. The combined run average for Athletics games this season is 6.9 runs. The under has hit in two straight games for Oakland.</p><p>Paul Blackburn is getting the start for the Athletics today, and he's been solid in his first two starts of the season. He got a win in his first outing, going 6 innings and giving up just 3 hits. Then, in his last start, he went 6 1/3 innings and struck out 4, but he took a no-decision.</p><p>When it comes to the Athletics' offensive projections today, Zack Gelof is a player to keep an eye on. He has the highest hits projection on the team and the 2nd highest home run projection. Shea Langeliers has the top home run projection on the team and is 5th in the league in terms of home run projections. Esteury Ruiz has the 2nd highest hits projection on the team and is 20th in the league in terms of total hits projections.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 4/17/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Thunderbirds and Antelopes game? Catch the action at GCU Arena in Phoenix, AZ, as the Antelopes hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. This Western Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 153.5 points, and Grand Canyon is favored to win by -17.5 at home vs. Southern Utah.</p><h3>SOUTHERN UTAH THUNDERBIRDS VS GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Utah Thunderbirds +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at GCU Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN UTAH THUNDERBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-74 in favor of the Antelopes.</li><li>Even though we have Grand Canyon winning straight-up, we like Southern Utah at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Thunderbirds Pull Off a Win at Phoenix?</h3><h3>Southern Utah Thunderbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern Utah fell to 5-6 on the season after an 83-75 home loss to Northern Arizona on Saturday. The Thunderbirds, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Southern Utah led 45-42 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 158 went over the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Southern Utah put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.4%. They hit 56.4% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.6% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they made 72.2%, hitting 13 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Trent McLaughlin led the Thunderbirds with 26 points and 7 assists, shooting 4-for-11 from three. Jayden Jackson added 23 points, hitting 69.2% of his shots and 2-of-3 from deep. Carson Towt contributed 21 points and grabbed 17 rebounds, while Jamir Simpson chipped in 20 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Southern Utah's defense gave up 83 points, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. The Thunderbirds allowed 22 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 56% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern Utah's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws, a 72% rate. The Thunderbirds gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Grand Canyon Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Grand Canyon improved to 9-4 on the season with a dominant 112-66 win over Bryant on Monday. Playing at home, the Antelopes were -13.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>They jumped out to a 61-23 lead by halftime and added another 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 178, going over the pre-game line of 158.5.</p><p>Grand Canyon put up 112 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range. They hit 35 free throws at a 79.5% clip and grabbed 22 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Makaih Williams led the way with 31 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 50% from deep. Tyon Grant-Foster struggled, hitting just 1 of 13 shots, while Duke Brennan pulled down 15 rebounds.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense gave up 66 points in their last game, allowing the opposition to shoot 41% from the field on 34 of 83 attempts. Inside the arc, they hit 25 of 55 shots for 45%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the other team managed 9 of 28, shooting 32%. They also went to the free-throw line 44 times, converting 35 for 79%. Grand Canyon allowed 22 offensive rebounds.</p>

Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs Grand Canyon Antelopes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncos and Lobos. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Lobos at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have New Mexico as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151 points.</p><h3>BOISE STATE BRONCOS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico Lobos -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 11:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO LOBOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Albuquerque Possible for the Broncos?</h3><p>Boise State improved to 12-5 on the season with a dominant 96-55 home win over Wyoming on Tuesday. The Broncos, who were favored by 13.5 points, easily covered the spread. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 132.5.</p> <p>Boise State took control early, leading 50-21 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 46 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Boise State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points while shooting 58.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71.7%, thanks in part to hitting 50% of their threes (13/26) and 66.7% of their twos (18/27).</p> <p>Andrew Meadow and Julian Bowie both shot 71.4% from the floor, with Bowie knocking down 5 of 6 from deep. Alvaro Cardenas was perfect from the field and beyond the arc, finishing 4/4 overall and 2/2 from three, while also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Boise State's defensive effort, they allowed 55 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 58% from the field. Boise State struggled to contain their opponents inside, giving up 66% shooting on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boise State's defense allowed 13 threes on 26 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. The opposing team also went 21/28 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their foul shots. Boise State gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can New Mexico Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Lobos dropped to 13-4 on the season after a narrow 71-70 road loss to San Jose State on Tuesday. New Mexico, who entered the game as 10-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>New Mexico led 35-31 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 35. The combined points of 141 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Mexico's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 15 three-point attempts for a 20% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.4%. Their two-point shooting was more respectable at 47.1%.</p> <p>Nelly Junior Joseph led the Lobos with 20 points, shooting 70% from the field in just 20 minutes of play. Robert Vaihola added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Donovan Dent contributed 17 points and 5 assists. Will McClendon was the team's best three-point shooter, hitting 4 of 7 attempts for a 57.1% success rate.</p><p>New Mexico's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>The Lobos held their opponent to 41% shooting on two-pointers (18/43), but they shot 45% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 22 attempts. New Mexico also sent them to the line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws (62%).</p>

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Panthers game? Catch the action at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, WI, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. This Horizon League conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Milwaukee is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Youngstown State.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS MILWAUKEE PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Milwaukee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Youngstown State Pull Off A Win at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Youngstown State fell to 10-7 on the season after an 80-72 home loss to Cleveland State on Saturday. The Penguins, who were -4.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-31 at halftime, Youngstown State scored 41 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the over/under line of 137.5.</p><p>Youngstown State hit 13 threes at a 41.9% clip in their last game, with an overall field goal percentage of 40% and an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They were also nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 15 of 16 attempts for a 93.8% success rate.</p> <p>Tahj Staveskie led the Penguins with 21 points, knocking down 4 of 10 from beyond the arc. Cris Carroll contributed 18 points, hitting 3 of 4 threes, while Dylan Arnett added 15 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Youngstown State gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. They held the team to 37% shooting on two-pointers, with just 9 made from 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Penguins allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, a 41% success rate. The other team also shot 93% from the free-throw line, hitting 15 of 16. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are the Panthers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Milwaukee improved to 10-6 on the season with a 70-59 win over Green Bay on Saturday. The Panthers were -15.5 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Milwaukee led 36-24 at halftime and added 34 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed Green Bay to score 35 points after the break, which kept the game closer than expected.</p><p>Milwaukee's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 5 of 16 from beyond the arc, shooting 31.2% from three-point range, and connected on 23 of 30 free throws, good for 76.7%.</p> <p>Yonatan Levy and Marcus Hall each contributed 15 points, with Levy adding 8 rebounds. Hall made 2 of 5 from three-point range. Themus Fulks added 14 points and 5 assists, while Kentrell Pullian and Mac Wrecke both chipped in 13 points, with Pullian grabbing 10 rebounds.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense held their opponent to 59 points, even though they allowed them to shoot 43% from the field. The Panthers gave up 16 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Milwaukee's defense limited their opponent to 5 threes on 16 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 23 free throws, shooting 76%. The Panthers allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>First pitch for Thursday's matchup between the Athletics and Mets is set for 1:10 PM ET from Citi Field in New York, NY. Oakland is 5th in the AL West with a record of 51-70, while the Mets are 3rd in the NL East at 62-58.</p>

<p>New York comes into the game as the heavy money line favorite, with odds of -180, while the Athletics are sitting at +151 on the money line. Thursday's over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and NSPCA is carrying the game on TV. Jose Quintana is starting for the Mets, and the Athletics are going with Mitch Spence.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS OAKLAND ATHLETICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Mets Moneyline -180</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 1:10 ET on Thursday, August 15th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets 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><p>New York cruised to a 9-1 win over the Athletics in the most recent game of this series. The Mets had a huge 7th inning, scoring six of their nine runs. As for the Athletics, they scored their only run in the 6th. Heading into the game, the Mets were favored at -223 on the money line.</p>

<p>Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor each homered for the Mets, while Alonso, Lindor, and Miguel Andujar each had two RBIs. Alonso went 4/4 with a home run and three RBIs.</p>

<p>David Peterson pitched well for the Mets in this one, going 6 1/3 innings and striking out four without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Joey Estes took the loss for Oakland.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>Oakland is 14.5 games behind the Astros in the AL West, and they are 51-70 overall. The Athletics are 16-20 against other AL West teams this season. So far, they have gone 29-30 at home and are just 22-40 on the road.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are 40-66 this season compared to an impressive 11-4 mark as the favorite. Oakland's overall series record is 15-21-2 this year, and they have won two straight series.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the A's have been a solid bet overall, going 64-57. They have been a better bet on the road, where they are 32-30, compared to 32-27 at home. They have been a better bet as an underdog, going 58-48, compared to just 6-9 as a favorite. Their average run margin on the season is -0.6, but in their wins, it jumps to +3.6.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics are on the road to face the New York Mets, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Athletics games this season is 8.7, and their over/under record is 55-64. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 13-22. Overall, 22.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, and their current over streak is at three games.</p><p>Right-hander Mitch Spence is starting for the Athletics today as he faces the Mets on the road. He has made 15 starts this season and has a record of 7-8 with an ERA of 4.33. Spence's WHIP for the season is currently 1.31. In his last outing, he took the loss, going 5 2/3 innings and giving up two earned runs on eight hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Spence has made three quality starts this year and is averaging 7.3 strikeouts per nine innings.</p>
<p>So far this season, the Athletics offense is averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 25th in the league. As a team, they are batting just .231, and their on-base percentage of .303 is also near the bottom of the league. However, they do have the 4th most home runs in the league and are 10th in isolated power. Brent Rooker has been a bright spot for the team, as he is batting .293 for the season with a team-high 83 RBIs and 29 homers.</p>

<p>Over his last seven games, Zack Gelof is batting .333 for the Athletics with two homers and four RBIs. Brent Rooker and JJ Bleday are both on three-game hitting streaks coming into the game.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are two games above .500 at 62-58 as they trail the Braves by two games for 2nd place in the NL East. Overall, they are eight games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. New York is 20-16 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 31-30 this year and 31-28 on the road. As the favorite, the Mets have gone 39-32 and 23-26 as the underdog. In this series, the Mets' overall series record is 19-15-7.</p><p>In their 120 games, the Mets have a run differential of +24, which is an average of +0.2 runs per game. They are 57-63 on the run line, with a 26-35 mark at home. As the favorite, they are 29-42 on the run line, while as the underdog, they are 28-21. Their average run differential in wins is +3.7, while in losses, it is -3.6.</p><p>With a combined run average of 9.4 runs per game, the New York Mets have been involved in high-scoring contests this season. Their over/under record is 61-55, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, they have gone over 21 times and under 13 times. The over has hit in three straight games for the Mets, and today's over/under line is set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Jose Quintana gets the start for the Mets today and will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Mariners. In that start, he went 6 2/3 innings, giving up five earned runs, and took the loss. Before that outing, he had picked up the win in two straight starts. Quintana's overall record is 6-8, and he has an ERA of 4.10. Opposing batters are hitting .233 off Quintana this season, and his WHIP is 1.25. So far, he has made eight quality starts and is averaging 7.34 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Francisco Lindor has been on a tear for the Mets, as he is batting .429 over his last five games, with one home run and two RBIs. Lindor is currently on an eight-game hitting streak. For the season, he is batting .263 with 23 homers, which is 2nd on the team and 13th in the MLB. Pete Alonso has also been a big power threat for the Mets, as he is 10th in the league with 26 homers. Alonso is batting .246 for the season and has five RBIs in his last five games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are 5th in home runs and are averaging 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. Overall, they are 9th in team batting average at .249.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Friars and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FS1. This Big East conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and Villanova is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Providence.</p><h3>PROVIDENCE FRIARS VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Providence Friars +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PROVIDENCE FRIARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like Providence at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Friars Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Providence Friars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Providence fell to 9-9 on the season after an 84-64 road loss to Creighton on Tuesday. The Friars entered the game as +9.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Providence trailed 43-34 at halftime and struggled to close the gap in the second half, scoring 30 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Providence struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.2% from the field and 20% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.2%, and they managed just 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner and Steven Ashworth each scored 20 points, with Kalkbrenner shooting 66.7% overall and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Ashworth made 4 of 10 from beyond the arc, while Isaac Traudt was perfect, going 4 for 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Providence's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 51% from the field. They had difficulty containing two-point attempts, with opponents hitting 60% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>The Friars also allowed 14 three-pointers on 32 attempts, a 43% shooting rate. On the free-throw line, the opposing team went 6/12. Providence limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Can Villanova Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Villanova Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Villanova fell to 11-7 on the season after a 69-63 road loss to Xavier on Tuesday. The Wildcats entered the game as +3 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Villanova led 32-24 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The Wildcats will need to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Villanova's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field and 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 51%, and they hit 78.6% of their free throws, going 11 for 14 from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 34 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 60% from three, hitting 6 of 10 attempts. Eric Dixon and Jordan Longino each added 18 points, with both shooting 60% from deep as well, hitting 3 of 5 threes.</p><p>Villanova's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They held their opponent to 41% shooting on two-point attempts, allowing 10 baskets on 24 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's defense allowed 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. The opposing team also went 19/26 from the free-throw line, shooting 73%. Villanova gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Bobcats and Zips are set to face off at 6:00 ET on CBSS. The Zips will host the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158 points, and Akron is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Ohio.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Not only will Akron pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Akron Possible for the Bobcats?</h3><h3>Ohio Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Ohio improved to 9-6 on the season with an 86-71 win over Ball State on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Bobcats entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Ohio led 45-35 at halftime and continued to play well in the second half, outscoring Ball State 41-36. The game’s total points reached 157, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p><p>Ohio's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 54.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.3%, thanks in part to their 65% shooting on two-point attempts (26/40). From beyond the arc, they connected on 8 of 22 threes, shooting 36.4%.</p> <p>The Bobcats also added 10 points from the free-throw line, hitting 62.5% of their attempts. They grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Mickey Pearson Jr. led the way with 19 points, while Aidan Hadaway and Jackson Paveletzke each contributed 15 points, with Paveletzke also adding 6 assists.</p><p>Ohio's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 71 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. The Bobcats had a tough time containing two-point shots, as their opponents connected on 65% of their attempts, going 26/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's defense allowed 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 62%. Ohio gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Zips Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Akron Zips Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Zips improved to 9-5 on the season with an 85-78 win over Toledo on Tuesday. Akron, who were -8 favorites, didn’t cover the spread in this one. The total points for the game hit 163, just over the O/U line of 161.5.</p> 

<p>Akron had to rally in this game, as they were down 42-30 at halftime. They turned things around in the second half, outscoring Toledo 55-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Akron put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, with a strong 56.5% inside the arc, but just 31% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Nate Johnson led the way with 28 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 52.2% overall, though he struggled from deep, going 1 for 7. Akron dished out 21 assists and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, with Amani Lyles contributing 16 points on 7 of 9 shooting in just 20 minutes.</p><p>Akron's defense gave up 78 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the other team hitting 56% of their two-point attempts, going 26/46.</p> <p>From three-point range, Akron held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 9 made threes on 29 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 6, shooting 66%. Akron allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Lakers (-140) will travel to San Antonio to take on the Spurs (+118). Los Angeles is currently favored by 2.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.5.</p>

<p>San Antonio (10-8) has won four straight games and is currently 10th in the Western Conference. The Lakers (10-7) have dropped three straight and are 6th in the West.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-122 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Lakers fell to 10-7 on the season after a 127-100 road loss to the Suns on Tuesday. Los Angeles, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 227 points fell short of the 234.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After taking a 60-62 lead into the half, the Suns went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 79-72 to 89-72. They outscored the Lakers 36-18 in the 3rd quarter and 29-22 in the 4th.</p><p>In their 127-100 loss to the Suns, the Lakers struggled offensively, shooting just 43.5% from the field and hitting only 8 threes at a 23.5% clip. Anthony Davis led the way with 25 points and 15 rebounds, scoring 12 of his points in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>LeBron James contributed 18 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds, while D'Angelo Russell added 16 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter. Austin Reaves also chipped in 10 of his 15 points in the 2nd period.</p><p>Defensively, the Lakers struggled, giving up 127 points to the Suns, including 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters and 36 in the 3rd. Phoenix shot 51% from the field in the game.</p> <p>Los Angeles allowed 17 made threes on 40% shooting from deep. The Lakers sent the Suns to the line 10 times, where they made 8 free throws. The Lakers finished with 35 defensive rebounds, while allowing 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can San Antonio Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Spurs improved to 10-8 on the season with a 128-115 win over the Jazz on Tuesday. San Antonio, favored by 2 points, covered the spread with a 13-point victory. The game’s total of 243 points went over the pre-game line of 224.5 by 18.5 points.</p> <p>San Antonio went on a crucial 10-0 run, extending their lead from 35-30 to 45-30. They outscored the Jazz 34-31 in the 2nd quarter, 30-27 in the 3rd, and pulled away in the 4th, holding Utah to 22 points while scoring 32.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 34 points and 6 threes led the Spurs to a win over the Jazz, with 17 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter. He shot 56.5% from the field and 42.9% from deep.</p> <p>Stephon Castle added 23 points, and Julian Champagnie hit 4 threes, finishing with 15 points, 9 of which came in the 4th quarter. The Spurs connected on 18 threes as a team, shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc and 48.4% overall.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Spurs tightened up their defense in the 2nd half, giving up just 49 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to help secure the win. They allowed 115 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Jazz hit 13 threes at a 37% clip. The Spurs sent Utah to the line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, San Antonio recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

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