<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Mountaineers and Hurricanes are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ACC. The Hurricanes will host the game at Watsco Center in Coral Gables, FL. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150.5 points, and Miami is favored by -17.5 vs. Mount St. Mary's.</p><h3>MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS VS MIAMI HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Watsco Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hurricanes.</li><li>Even though we have Miami winning straight-up, we like Mount St. Mary's at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountaineers Stand a Chance in Coral Gables?</h3><h3>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 6-4 on the season with an 80-72 road win over LIU on Wednesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the win, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 34-29 at halftime, Mount St. Mary's put up 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's managed to put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 32.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, with two-point shooting at 33.3% and three-point shooting at 31% (9/29). The Mountaineers were able to make up for their shooting struggles by hitting 31 free throws on 41 attempts, good for 75.6% from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points, though he shot 6/18 from the field and missed all 4 of his three-point attempts. Dola Adebayo added 16 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, while Blake Lander and Abdou Khadre Kebe each contributed 12 points, with Kebe going 2/7 from three-point range. The Mountaineers also grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the win.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. That included 48% shooting on two-point attempts, where they went 15/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 6 of 18 threes, good for 33%. They also got to the free-throw line 32 times, making 24 of those attempts, or 75%. Mount St. Mary's allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Miami Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Miami improved to 4-7 on the season with a 94-75 win over Presbyterian on Sunday. Playing at home, the Hurricanes were -18 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Miami took control early, leading 49-33 at halftime. They added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42, maintaining their lead throughout the game.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a field goal percentage of 67.3% (35/52) and an effective field goal percentage of 73.1%. They shot 73.7% on two-point attempts (28/38) and 50% from beyond the arc (7/14), while also hitting 77.3% of their free throws (17/22).</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the way with 24 points on 9/12 shooting, including 2/3 from three-point range. Brandon Johnson added 22 points, hitting 9/11 shots, while Lynn Kidd contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 8/9 from the field.</p><p>Despite Miami's defensive struggles, they managed to score 75 points in their last game. The Hurricanes shot 67% from the field, making 35 of their 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Miami was 28/38, shooting 73%. From three-point range, they hit 7 of 14 shots, good for 50%. They also went 17/22 from the free-throw line, shooting 77%. Miami gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Miami Hurricanes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Lumberjacks versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Hornets Nest in Sacramento, CA. This Big Sky conference matchup has an over/under of 132 points, and Sacramento State is favored to win by -3 at home vs. Northern Arizona.</p><h3>NORTHERN ARIZONA LUMBERJACKS VS SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets -3</p><p>This game will be played at The Hornets Nest at 9:00 ET on Thursday, February 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Sacramento State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Lumberjacks Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>With just 11 wins in 25 games, Northern Arizona is just 4-7 in Big Sky play. On the road, the Lumberjacks have gone just 5-11, compared to their 6-3 record at home. As the underdog, Northern Arizona is 5-13 this season.</p>

<p>Coming off a 76-71 win over Montana State, the Lumberjacks have gone 1-2 in their last three road games. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone 3-7.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Northern Arizona has gone 8-10 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-10, including a 1-2 record in their last three away games. Overall, the Lumberjacks have an 11-14 ATS mark this year.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Northern Arizona games is 10-14-1. The average scoring total in their games this year is 143.8 points, which is lower than the average over/under line of 144.5 points. Today's over/under line is set at 132 points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 155 points.</p><p>The Northern Arizona offense is coming off a game in which they scored 76 points vs. Montana State. Overall their field goal percentage was 50.9% while connecting on 6 threes. The team's top scorer is Trenton McLaughlin, who enters today's matchup with an average of 16.5, while Carson Basham also carries a PPG average of 11.4 into the game.</p><p>The Lumberjacks' defense is presently ranked 260th nationally, allowing an average of 76.3 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Montana State, the Bobcats finished with a field goal percentage of 50% and a total of 71 points vs. Northern Arizona.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Weber State by a score of 58-53, Sacramento State is 6-19 overall and 2-10 in Big Sky action. They have lost eight games in a row and are 3-7 at home this season.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Hornets are 2-5 this season. They have been the underdog in 16 of their 25 games, going 2-14 in those contests.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Sacramento State has gone just 1-5-1 against the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Hornets are just 2-7-1 vs. the spread. At home, Sacramento State is 3-6-1 ATS this season and over their last 10 home games, they have a mark of 3-5-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Sacramento State games is 8-15. Today's over/under line of 132 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season of 138.3. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 108 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 65.8 points per game, the Sacramento State had a below average performance. They scored 53 points against Weber State and had a field goal percentage of 45.2%. Coming into the game, the Hornets offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 31%. On average, they get up 22.9 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 12.2 made free-throws.</p><p>The Hornets' defense is presently ranked 114th nationally, allowing an average of 70.0 points per contest. Against Weber State in their most recent game, the Sacramento State defense gave up a total of 58 points while allowing Weber State to hit 47% of their shots.</p>

Northern Arizona Lumberjacks vs Sacramento State Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 2/15/24

<p>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arizona State Sun Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The 2022-23 PGA Tour season comes to a conclusion this week, with the top 30 remaining golfers in the FedEx Cup Standings taking aim at the season’s ultimate prize.</p>



<p>Beginning in 2007, the tournament has served as the final event of the playoffs and has been played at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia, every year since 2004.</p>



<p>Rory McIlroy returns to East Lake looking for his fourth FedEx Cup title and second in consecutive seasons. McIlroy defeated Scottie Scheffler and Sungjae Im by one stroke last season, finishing at 21-under par. The four-time major winner joined Tiger Woods as the only three-time winner at East Lake.</p>



<p>Starting in 2019, the format changed to ensure that the winner would also be the FedEx Cup champion. The player with the most FedEx Cup points heading into the tournament would start at 10-under par.</p>



<p>The player with the second-most begins at 8-under, the third at 7-under, the fourth at 6-under, and the fifth at 5-under. Players situated six through tenth begin at 4-under, and so on down to 26th-30th, who begin at even par.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-east-lake-country-club">East Lake Country Club</h2>



<p>East Lake Country Club is the oldest golf course in Atlanta and home to the late Bobby Jones. Designed originally by Tom Bendelow in the early 1900s, the course would also have Donald Ross and Rees Jones add touches of their own.</p>



<p>For PGA pros, East Lake will play as a par-70 that reads just over 7,300 yards on the scorecard. 21-under par has been the winning score of the tournament for the last three seasons in a row.</p>



<p>Following the conclusion of this week’s tournament, the course will undergo an extensive renovation under the direction of architect Andrew Green.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-field">The Field</h2>



<p>Nine of the top 10 players in the world, according to the Official World Golf Rankings, are teeing it up this week in Atlanta. Leading the group is world no. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who also headlines the FedEx Cup points list and aims for his first TOUR title.</p>



<p>Last week’s BMW Championship winner Viktor Hovland ascended up to the no. 2 spot with his victory. Hovland capped off a solid final round with a sizzling 28 on the back 9 of Sunday’s round.</p>



<p>Rory McIlroy tees it up, sitting no. 3 on the points list and no. 2 in the world. McIlory begins the tournament three shots shy of the top spot as he tries for his fourth FedEx Cup title.</p>



<p>Tyrrell Hatton, Jordan Spieth, and Sepp Straka were the last players in the event at the 28th, 29th, and 30th.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-betting-favorites">Betting Favorites</h2>



<p>Scheffler (+140 at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/s/betonline/">BetOnline</a>) comes into the week as the betting favorite as he will start at 10-under, two shots clear of Hovland. If Scheffler can win this week, it’ll be his first TOUR title and third win of the season.</p>



<p>Right behind Scheffler is McIlroy (+350) on the odds board. Starting at 7-under, McIlroy has ample time to erase the deficit.</p>



<p>Hovland (+500) begins just two shots back and looks to carry the momentum of his BMW Championship victory and secure the first FedEx Cup title of his career. Like Scheffler, Hovland has a pair of victories this season.</p>



<p>Jon Rahm (+900) and Patrick Cantlay (+2000) cap the top five betting favorites. Rahm is fourth in the standings, while Cantlay comes in ranked seventh and will have a steep hill to climb to get into the winner’s circle.</p>



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<p>At 8:00 ET, the 76ers will be in Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers. The Cavs are currently favored by 11, and the over/under line is set at 221.</p>

<p>Philadelphia comes into this game with a record of 9-16, and they are 12th in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last two games. Cleveland is 24-4 and in first place in the East. They have won three straight.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -11</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-114 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the 76ers Have What it Takes in Cleveland?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 9-16 on the season with a 108-98 win over the Hornets on Friday. The 76ers were favored by 13 points at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 206, falling short of the 213.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia jumped out to a 41-23 lead after the 1st quarter and went on a 10-0 run to extend their lead from 55-46 to 65-46. Charlotte fought back, outscoring the 76ers 27-23 in the 4th quarter, but the 76ers held on for the win.</p><p>Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 34 points and 9 assists in their win over the Hornets, scoring 12 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Tyrese Maxey added 23 points, with 15 coming in the opening period, and Kelly Oubre contributed 22 points, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 49.4% from the field, connecting on 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Oubre and Maxey each made 4 threes, with Maxey shooting 36.4% from deep.</p><p>The 76ers put together a solid defensive performance, holding the Hornets to just 98 points on Friday. Philadelphia allowed 23 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 25 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the 76ers limited the Hornets to 10 made threes on 32% shooting. Philadelphia also recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks in the win.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cleveland as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 24-4 this season with a dominant 124-101 win over the Bucks on Friday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as -8.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a +23 point victory. The total points for the game reached 225, just surpassing the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Cleveland set the tone early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and extending their lead with a 40-point 2nd quarter. A 12-0 run stretched the score from 98-76 to 110-76, and while the Bucks outscored the Cavaliers in the 4th quarter, the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell's consistent scoring helped the Cavaliers to a win over the Bucks, as he poured in 27 points with 8 in each of the first three quarters. Darius Garland added 16 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Evan Mobley and Dean Wade contributed 15 points each.</p> <p>Cleveland connected on 20 threes, shooting 42.6% from deep and 50.5% overall. Ty Jerome chipped in 13 points, with 7 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Cavaliers' defense held the Bucks to 101 points on Friday, with Cleveland giving up 20 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd. They allowed 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure the win.</p> <p>Defensively, the Cavaliers limited Milwaukee's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 37% shooting. They also sent the Bucks to the free-throw line 18 times, where Milwaukee made 11. Cleveland finished with 11 steals but didn't record a block.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Monarchs and Warhawks face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Warhawks are hosting the game at Fant-Ewing Coliseum in Monroe, LA. Old Dominion is favored by -1.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Louisiana-Monroe. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>OLD DOMINION MONARCHS VS LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Warhawks.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Monroe pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Old Dominion Be The Talk of Fant-Ewing Coliseum?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Monarchs fell to 2-8 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Northeastern on Sunday. Despite being +6.5 point underdogs, Old Dominion managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 31-26 at halftime, the Monarchs put up 45 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The game’s total points of 146 went over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 47.4% of their attempts.</p> <p>Rashad King led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, while Robert Davis Jr. added 17 points, connecting on 5 of 7 threes. The Monarchs grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 28 of 68 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 two-point baskets on 50 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Monarchs' defense held the other team to 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 9, shooting 47%. Old Dominion gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Warhawks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Louisiana-Monroe's season struggles continued with a 74-68 home loss to Houston Christian on Tuesday, dropping their record to 2-9. The Warhawks entered the game as 4-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, ULM allowed 39 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points of 142 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Warhawks put up 68 points, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%. They hit 56.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 29.4% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 58.3%, and they recorded 9 offensive rebounds and 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Julian Mackey was a standout, scoring 32 points and hitting 6 of 10 threes, shooting 62.5% overall. Jalen Bolden added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Tyreese Watson contributed 17 points, shooting 70% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 74 points, Louisiana-Monroe managed to limit their opponent's three-point shooting, holding them to just 5 made threes on 17 attempts, a 29% success rate. However, the Warhawks struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 23 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, with their opponent shooting 56% from inside the arc.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, Louisiana-Monroe sent their opponent to the stripe 12 times, where they converted 7 free throws, shooting 58%. The Warhawks also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Old Dominion Monarchs vs Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 15th ranked Washington Wizards (4-21) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (14-12). The Bucks are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is 224.5.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on MNMT.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-117 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Wizards Ready for a Win at Milwaukee?</h3><p>Washington improved to 4-21 on the season with a 123-114 win over Charlotte on Thursday. The Wizards, who were +3.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total points of 237 exceeded the O/U line of 226.</p> <p>After trailing 30-29 after the 1st quarter, Washington took control with a 15-0 run in the 4th, turning an 86-82 deficit into a 97-86 lead. They finished strong, outscoring the Hornets 36-28 in the final quarter.</p><p>Jordan Poole knocked down 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 27 points and 4 assists in the Wizards' win over the Hornets. Malcolm Brogdon added 25 points and 6 assists, hitting 3 threes at 60% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Washington connected on 17 threes, shooting 40.5% from beyond the arc and 49.4% overall. Poole scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th, while Alex Sarr also contributed 9 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 114 points to the Hornets but managed to hold them to 28 points in each of the final three quarters. Washington limited Charlotte to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Wizards did an excellent job defending the three, allowing just 8 made threes on 18% shooting. They also recorded 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Milwaukee dropped to 14-12 on the season after a 124-101 road loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. The Bucks entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 23 points. The total score of 225 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 221.</p> <p>Cleveland took control early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and 69-51 at halftime. A 12-0 run in the 3rd quarter extended their lead from 98-76 to 110-76. Milwaukee outscored Cleveland 25-21 in the 4th, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 33 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 59.1% from the field in their loss to the Cavaliers. Khris Middleton added 14 points, while Brook Lopez contributed 10 points, hitting 2 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Milwaukee made just 10 threes, shooting 37% from deep and 47.1% overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, adding 13 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Bucks struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 40 points, and allowed 124 points overall in their loss to the Cavaliers. Milwaukee also gave up 34 points in the 3rd quarter, while their best defensive effort came in the 4th, where they allowed 21 points.</p> <p>The Cavaliers shot 50% from the field, including 42% from three, where they hit 20 threes. The Bucks sent Cleveland to the line 14 times, where they made 12 free throws. Milwaukee finished with 35 defensive rebounds, allowed 9 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals.</p>

Washington Wizards vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Panthers and Owls. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Owls at FAU Arena in Boca Raton, FL. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154 points, and the Owls are favored to win at home vs. the Golden Panthers.</p><h3>FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS VS FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at FAU Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Even though we have Florida Atlantic winning straight-up, we like FIU at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Panthers Find a Way to Win in Boca Raton?</h3><p>FIU currently has a 3-7 record in their 11th game of the season. In their last ten road games, which includes last year, FIU also went 3-7. As FIU prepares to face Florida Atlantic, their ATS record sits at 5-5. Examining their performance in the previous five games, they have gone 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far, FIU's games have averaged 147.6 points per game with the average over/under line being 151.4 points. In the Golden Panthers' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 141 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the FIU offense tallied 74 points in a matchup against LIU. Their field goal percentage for the game was 43.8%, and they made 4 threes. The team's top scorer is Arturo Dean, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14.1, while Dashon Gittens also carries a PPG average of 10.4 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Golden Panthers' defense is nationally ranked 195th, allowing 75.6 points per game. In today's game, the FIU defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 4 three-pointers while giving up 59 points.</p><h3>Does Florida Atlantic Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Today, Florida Atlantic is set to take on FIU in their 10th game of the season. So far this year, they have a record of 7-2. Looking back at their previous ten home games, which includes games from last year, Florida Atlantic has a home record of 9-1. As of now, Florida Atlantic stands at 6-3 vs. the spread heading into today's matchup. In their previous five games, the team has a 4-1 record vs. the spread.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through nine games, Florida Atlantic has an over/under record of 5-4-0, with their games averaging 155 points per game on average. The Owls' last five games have finished with a combined 161 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Florida Atlantic offense tallied 90 points in a matchup against Charleston. Their field goal percentage for the game was 55%, and they made 6 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Johnell Davis with 24 points. Vladislav Goldin also added 17 points for the Owls.</p><p>At this time, the Owls' defense is positioned 81st in the country, permitting 67.1 points per game. Florida Atlantic's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Charleston offense to knock down 55% of their shots on their way to putting up 74 points.</p>

FIU Golden Panthers vs Florida Atlantic Owls Betting Pick & Prediction 12/13/23

<p>The PGA Tour heads to Detroit, Michigan, this week for the fifth edition of the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Country Club. When the first tournament was held in 2019, it marked the first time a PGA Tour event was played within the city limits of the city. Tournament play begins on Thursday, June 29th and ends on Sunday, July 2nd.</p>



<p>Tony Finau will tee it up this week, looking to defend his title. Finau blitzed the course in 2022, setting the tournament record with a four-day total score of 262 (16-under par). The victory was Finau’s second in as many weeks after winning the 3M Open a week earlier. Finau’s five-shot win was the largest margin of his career, besting runner-ups Patrick Cantlay, Taylor Pendrith, and Cameron Young.</p>



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<p>After a major tournament and elevated event back-to-back, most of the best players on the PGA are taking a breather this week. Even with many names out, the field remains strong with a handful of top players electing to play.</p>



<p>Four of the top 20 players in the world are in the field, led by Max Homa, who comes in at no. 9. Adding to the list is Finau who is joined by multiple major winners, Justin Thomas and Collin Morikawa. Fan favorite and Rocket Mortgage ambassador Rickie Fowler looks to keep his solid play going as the calendar turns to July.</p>



<p>Three of the past four winner’s of the tournament are back in Detroit; the only past champion not playing this week is Bryson DeChambeau (2020). Nate Lashley (2019) and Cameron Davis (2021) picked up their first and only PGA Tour wins at DCC.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-finau-and-fowler-headline-favorites">Finau and Fowler Headline Favorites</h2>



<p>Finau and Fowler are the pre-tournament favorites at +1400 apiece. Fowler is looking to get back into the winner’s circle for the first time since 2019 and has a great opportunity after four-straight starts of T13 or better. Finau has been quiet since picking up his second win of the season at the Mexico Open but can turn it on quickly.</p>



<p>Morikawa (+1600) comes in right behind the favorites. The two-time major winner aims for his first victory since hoisting the Claret Jug in 2021. Morikawa is coming off a missed cut at last week’s Travelers Championship.</p>



<p>Rounding out the Top 5 betting favorites are Justin Thomas and Hideki Matsuyama at +1800. Thomas has had a rough season, coming in ranked 66th in the FedEx Cup Standings and missing two of three cuts at major tournaments. The two-time PGA Championship winner comes to Detroit after a T9 finish at the Travelers last week, his best finish since a solo 4th at the WM Phoenix Open in February.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Other notables just below the top five are Max Homa, Sungjae Im, and Tom Kim, all with odds of +2200. Homa has a pair of wins this year and has finished just inside the T25 in two appearances at this event. Kim tries to improve on his solo seventh last season, while Im has made the cut here in both tries, his best finish a T8 in 2021.</p>



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<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Cardinal face off at 8:00 ET on BTN. The Cardinal are hosting the game at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. Oregon is favored by -5.5 in this non-conference contest against Stanford. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stanford Cardinal +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STANFORD CARDINAL:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Cardinal.</li><li>Not only will Stanford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Ducks Chances in San Jose</h3><p>Oregon improved to 10-1 on the season with a 79-61 win over Stephen F. Austin on Sunday. Playing at home, the Ducks were favored by 21.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 140, just over the 135.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon took control early, leading 37-23 at halftime. They scored 42 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 38, letting the Lumberjacks keep it closer than expected.</p><p>Oregon's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 79 points with a 51% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to hitting 60% of their two-point attempts (18/30) and 36.8% from beyond the arc (7/19). At the free-throw line, the Ducks connected on 22 of 32 attempts, good for 68.8%.</p> <p>Matt Hayman led the way with 17 points, while Brandon Angel added 15 on 4-of-5 shooting. Supreme Cook and Jadrian Tracey each chipped in 14 points, with Tracey hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Nate Bittle was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3, including 2-for-2 from three-point range, and added 3 assists.</p><p>Even though Oregon gave up 61 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ducks allowed 60% shooting, with their opponent hitting 18 of 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oregon's defense gave up 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 68%. Oregon allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Stanford Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford improved to 9-2 on the season with a 74-68 win over Merrimack on Tuesday. The Cardinal, who were -15.5 point favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Stanford led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 142, going over the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stanford put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, thanks in part to hitting 47.8% from three-point range, connecting on 11 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 32 points on 14 of 21 shooting, while Oziyah Sellers added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Jaylen Blakes was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 16 points.</p><p>Stanford's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 25 of 56 attempts. From two-point range, they allowed 14 made shots on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cardinal allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, with the opponent hitting 47% of their shots. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Stanford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Tar Heels and Bruins game? Catch the action at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBS. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UCLA as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCLA Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCLA BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will UCLA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the North Carolina Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina fell to 6-5 on the season after a 90-84 home loss to Florida on Tuesday. The Tar Heels were +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p> <p>UNC trailed 46-34 at halftime but made a push in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort after the break, the Tar Heels couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>North Carolina put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 45.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, thanks largely to their 63.6% shooting on two-pointers. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 28 attempts for a 17.9% success rate.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall and 27.3% from three. Will Richard added 22 points, making 8 of 10 shots, including 3 of 5 from deep. The Tar Heels had 13 offensive rebounds and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>North Carolina's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed the opponent to connect on 63% of their two-point attempts, with 28 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>The Tar Heels did better defending the three, holding the other team to 17% shooting, with just 5 threes made. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bruins?</h3><p>UCLA improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 111-75 win over Prairie View A&M on Tuesday. The Bruins, heavy favorites at -34, covered the spread in this one.</p> <p>UCLA led 53-36 at halftime and continued to pour it on in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 58-39. The game’s total points of 186 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>UCLA's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, scoring 111 points with a 59% shooting rate from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, as they connected on 65% of their two-point attempts (26/40) and 47.6% from beyond the arc (10/21). They also excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 78.4% (29/37) of their attempts.</p> <p>Jordan Tillmon led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes (85.7%), while Dylan Andrews added 21 points and 6 assists, shooting 75% from deep (3/4). The Bruins dished out 26 assists as a team, with Kobe Johnson contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 75 points on 59% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed their opponents to connect on 36 of 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UCLA's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 65% success rate. From three-point range, their opponents hit 10 of 21 shots, shooting 47%. UCLA also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 37 times, where they made 29 free throws, shooting 78%. The Bruins allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina Tar Heels vs UCLA Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Miners and Bearkats game? Catch the action at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum in Huntsville, TX, as the Bearkats hosts this showdown at 5:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Conference USA conference contest is set at 143 points, with Sam Houston State being favored by -4.5 at home against UTEP.</p><h3>UTEP MINERS VS SAM HOUSTON STATE BEARKATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTEP Miners +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at 5:30 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTEP MINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-71 in favor of the Bearkats.</li><li>Even though we have Sam Houston State winning straight-up, we like UTEP at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UTEP Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>UTEP will be looking to snap its six-game losing streak on the road when it takes on Sam Houston State. The Miners are 0-6 on the road this season, and they have been outscored by an average of 12.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, UTEP is 11-9, including a 2-3 mark in Conference USA games. The Miners are 0-8 when they are the underdog this season, and they are coming off a 68-54 loss to Louisiana Tech.</p><p>As the underdog this season, UTEP has struggled vs. the spread, going 0-7-1. On the road, the Miners are 0-6 vs. the spread this year and have gone just 2-8 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread. Overall, UTEP's ATS mark for the season is just 4-12-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for UTEP games is 7-10. The average scoring total in their games this year is 138 points, while the average over/under line is 139.5. So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 143 points. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 144 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the UTEP offense tallied 54 points in a matchup against Louisiana Tech. Their field goal percentage for the game was 29.5%, and they made 3 threes. Tae Hardy is leading the team in scoring at 15.4 points per contest. Zid Powell has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.2 going into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Miners' defense holds the 107th rank in the nation, allowing 69.8 points per game. So far, the UTEP defense is giving up an average of 8.1 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 14.1 times per game (691st).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Bearkats?</h3><p>Sam Houston State is 11-9 on the season and 4-1 in Conference USA. They are 6-2 at home this year compared to 4-7 on the road. The Bearkats have won four straight games at home and are 8-2 in their last 10 at home.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Sam Houston State is 9-2 this season. They have been the favorite in 11 of their 20 games. Their average scoring margin at home is +7.8, and they are coming off a 79-67 win over New Mexico State.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Sam Houston State has gone 7-4 vs. the spread. Their home ATS record is 4-4, but they have covered the spread in their last 3 home games and are 5-4 in their last 10 home games. Overall, their ATS record is 10-9.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Sam Houston State games is 12-7. Today's over/under line of 143 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (140.1). Over their last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 and their average scoring total in those games is 134 points.</p><p>Sam Houston State is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 79 points versus New Mexico State. This output is higher than their season-average of 72 points per game. The team's top scorer is Davon Barnes, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14.1, while Lamar Wilkerson also carries a PPG average of 14.9 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Bearkats' defense is ranked 150th in the country at 71.7 points per contest. Sam Houston State will look once again to perform well on defense, holding New Mexico State to just 41% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

UTEP Miners vs Sam Houston State Bearkats Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Pacific Division foes will clash when the Golden State Warriors (15-49) go head-to-head with the Los Angeles Clippers (43-20) at the Chase Center. Action starts at 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.
<h2>Los Angeles Clippers at Golden State Warriors Betting Preview</h2>
In the Clippers' last outing, they lost to the Los Angeles Lakers, 112-103, despite being 2.5-point favorites. With 31 points on 9-for-16 shooting, Paul George was the game's leading scorer. The Lakers had a better turnover percentage (10.8 vs. 12.8). The Clippers, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 29.4 (above their season average of 23.9). The two teams combined to score 215 points, which came in under the projected point total of 226.5.

The Warriors hope to keep it rolling after topping the Philadelphia 76ers in their last game, 118-114, as 4-point underdogs. Golden State rallied around Marquese Chriss, who had 13 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists. Golden State played a nearly flawless game. They had a ridiculously low turnover percentage of 7.0 (better than their season average of 12.8) and a free throw rate of 0.263 (above their season average of 0.210). Philadelphia was 10.5 and 0.226, respectively, for those same stats. The two squads collectively scored 232 points, which came in over the O/U total of 219.5.

Golden State might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they square off against one of the league's best defenses. Los Angeles currently ranks fifth in defensive efficiency while the Warriors rank 30th in offensive efficiency.

Of Los Angeles' 63 games, 36 have finished under the O/U total, while 35 of Golden State's 64 games have finished under the projected point total. Looking at straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) records, the Clippers have a clear advantage. They are 43-20 SU and 33-29-1 ATS, while the Warriors are 15-49 SU and 30-33-1 ATS.

These two teams have already met twice this season, with the Clippers winning both. Kawhi Leonard scored a game-high 36 points in the most recent game, in which the Clippers defeated the Warriors 109-100 but were not able to cover as 14.5-point favorites. He also had nine rebounds and five assists. The two teams combined to put up 209 points, which was 8 points below the projected point total of 217 points. Los Angeles had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.554 vs. 0.427). Golden State, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (8.5 vs. 16.9).
<h3>Los Angeles Clippers vs. Golden State Warriors Odds Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Pick:</a> SU Winner - Clippers, ATS Winner - Clippers, O/U - Under
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Notes:

The Clippers rank eighth in points off turnovers per game (17.6) while the Warriors rank 26th in points off turnovers allowed per game (18.0).

Los Angeles averages 14.1 fast break points per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. Golden State ranks 23rd in fast break points allowed per game (15.0).

Los Angeles ranks 12th in points in the paint per game (48.7) while Golden State ranks 28th (43.8).

Golden State is 13-19-1 ATS at home, while Los Angeles is 16-15 ATS on the road.

The Clippers have 19 unders and 12 overs in 31 road games.

Of the Warriors' 33 home games, they have 18 unders and 15 overs.

In games where they allow less than 100 points, Golden State is 6-2 and Los Angeles is 17-0.

When scoring above 100 points, the Warriors are 15-32 and the Clippers are 41-15.

The Warriors rank seventh in steals per game (8.3) while the Clippers rank 20th in steals allowed per game (7.9).

Los Angeles averages 48.0 rebounds per game, which ranks third in the league. Golden State ranks 26th in rebounds allowed per game (46.5).

The Clippers rank fourth in second chance points per game (14.3) while the Warriors rank 24th (12.0).

The Warriors rank 20th in three pointers allowed per game (34.6) while the Clippers rank 25th (35.2).

Los Angeles ranks eighth in assists allowed per game (23.5) while Golden State ranks 28th (26.1).

Bettings Trends:

Golden State is 4-1 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders in its last five games.

Across its last five games, Los Angeles is 3-2 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs.

The Warriors have outscored opponents by an average of 2.8 points in their last five games. On the season, Golden State has been defeated by an average of 8.5 points.

During their last five games, the Clippers have scored an average of 120.0 points per game (4.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 108.8 points per game (0.9 below their season average).

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Los Angeles Clippers vs. Golden State Warriors Free Pick 03/10/20

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (-7) will travel to take on the Toronto Raptors (+7) in a non-conference matchup. The Timberwolves come in with a record of 8-6 and are currently 6th in the Western Conference. They are on a two-game winning streak. The Raptors are 3-12 and are 13th in the Eastern Conference. This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.</p>

<p>SN will have the TV coverage for this matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -7</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-112 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Timberwolves Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Timberwolves improved to 8-6 on the season with a 120-117 win over the Suns on Sunday. Minnesota, playing at home, was favored by 7.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 237.5 exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 18.5 points.</p> <p>After the Suns went on a 10-0 run early, the Timberwolves battled back. Minnesota outscored Phoenix 32-26 in the 3rd quarter and 34-27 in the 4th, overcoming a 90-86 deficit heading into the final period.</p><p>Julius Randle's 35 points and 7 assists led the Timberwolves to a win over the Suns, with Randle hitting 5 threes at a 45.5% rate. Anthony Edwards added 24 points, scoring 13 in the 3rd quarter, and Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, making 5 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Minnesota hit 17 threes as a team, shooting 43.6% from deep and 52.5% overall. Randle scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Edwards and Naz Reid each added 8 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 117 points, the Timberwolves managed to pull off a win against the Suns. They allowed 31 points in the 1st quarter and 33 in the 2nd but tightened up a bit in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 26 and 27 points, respectively.</p> <p>Minnesota's defense struggled overall, allowing Phoenix to shoot 54% from the field, including 45% from beyond the arc, where the Suns hit 14 threes. The Timberwolves sent the Suns to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Raptors Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Raptors improved to 3-12 on the season with a 130-119 win over the Pacers on Monday. Toronto, who were +3 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 249, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 236.5 by 12.5 points.</p> <p>Toronto took control early, leading 34-27 after the 1st quarter and 35-30 in the 2nd. They extended their lead by outscoring Indiana 27-25 in the 3rd, going into the 4th with a 96-82 advantage. Although the Pacers won the final quarter 37-34, the Raptors’ strong start was enough to secure the win.</p><p>The Raptors' offense shone in their win over the Pacers, putting up 130 points on 58.5% shooting from the field. They connected on 14 threes, hitting 48.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>RJ Barrett led the way with 39 points, including 15 in the 4th quarter, while Jakob Poeltl added 30 points and 15 rebounds, scoring 14 in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Raptors had a strong 3rd quarter, allowing just 25 points, but they struggled in the 4th, giving up 37 points. Overall, they allowed 119 points, with the Pacers shooting 44% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Toronto gave up 15 made threes at a 37% clip. They also sent Indiana to the line 20 times, where the Pacers converted 16 free throws. The Raptors finished with 36 defensive rebounds, allowing 12 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 9 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Dallas Keuchel will get the start for the Twins (73-67, 40-29 home) as they host the Mets (64-75, 29-42 away) at Target Field. The Mets will give the starting nod to Kodai Senga. Check out my prediction for game one of this interleague matchup between the New York Mets and Minnesota Twins.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins -105</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 8:10 ET on Friday, September 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TWINS:</h3><ul><li>The Twins have gone 3-2 in their five games at home.</li><li>In their ten most recent games as the favorite, the Mets have gone just 4-6 straight-up.</li><li>Across Dallas Keuchel's four starts, the Twins have put together a record of 3-1.</li></ul><h3>NEW YORK METS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On a record of 64-75, the Mets come into today's game 4th in the NL East. When playing at home, they are 35-33 and 29-42 on the road. New York has played in 45 series thus far, and have gone 16-24-5. </p><p><p>Kodai Senga is set to make his 26th appearance of the season today, boasting a 10-7 record. His ERA stands at 3.08 with an OBP allowed of .291, while he has struck out 176 batters and holds a WHIP of 1.23. On the road, Senga's ERA is 4.27 compared to 2.87 at home.</p></p><p>Kodai Senga was unable to secure the victory in his most recent start, despite completing a quality start. In the Yankees' 2-1 victory over Seattle, he tossed seven innings and allowed one earned run.</p><p>Over their last ten games, the Mets are ranked 13th in the league in scoring at 4.4 runs per game. Their season-long scoring average of 4.4 per contest puts them 19th in baseball. In terms of on-base percentage, New York is 12th, with an OBP currently sitting at .318. The team's collective batting average is .239 (19th).</p><p>Brandon Nimmo has been a key contributor to the New York offense this season, boasting a .265 batting average and .454 slugging percentage. Over the team's last ten games, he has been particularly impressive, leading the Mets in hits with a .374 average.</p><h3>WILL THE MINNESOTA TWINS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>As the Twins head into today's game vs. the Mets, they have the top spot in the AL Central with an overall record of 73-67. Currently, their home/away splits sit at 40-29 and 33-38, respectively. Through 44 series, they have gone 21-18-5.</p><p><p>The Minnesota Twins will look to Dallas Keuchel to take the mound. The veteran starter has a 1-1 record in five outings this season, with an ERA of 5.06 and a K/9 of 3.38. Additionally, his FIP is 4.85 and opponents have a .344 OBP against him.</p></p><p>In his last outing against the Texas Rangers, Dallas Keuchel allowed five runs on five hits over 3 1/3 innings. Although he did not factor into the decision, Keuchel's efforts helped the Twins to a 9-7 win.</p><p>The Twins have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 18 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 6th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 5th in home runs and 10th in slugging percentage. Overall, Minnesota is averaging 4.6 runs per game (14th).</p><p>The Twins' Carlos Correa leads the team in hits, boasting a .229 batting average. His slugging percentage is .396 and on-base percentage is .310 heading into this game.</p>

New York Mets vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 9/8/23

<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Panthers game? Catch the action at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FloH. In this non-conference matchup, Washington State is favored by -3.5 against Northern Iowa. The over/under for the game is 149 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Orleans Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington State Pull Off A Win at Orleans Arena?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington State dropped to 9-3 on the season following an 89-73 loss to Washington on Wednesday. The Cougars entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, the Cougars allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, Washington State put up 73 points, shooting 43.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line. The Cougars also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese led the scoring with 21 points each, with Davis hitting 3-of-7 from deep. Ethan Price added 16 points, while Mekhi Mason and LeJuan Watts contributed 15 points apiece. Great Osobor was efficient, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect, going 4-for-4 from the floor.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 21/41 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Northern Iowa improved to 6-4 on the season with a dominant 104-76 win over Montana on Monday. The Panthers were -10.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>Leading 48-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring the Grizzlies 56-42. The Panthers' offense was firing on all cylinders, as they put up over 100 points for the first time this season.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was unstoppable in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 69% (40/58). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.3%, thanks to 74.4% shooting on two-pointers (29/39) and 57.9% from beyond the arc (11/19).</p> <p>Leon Bond III led the way with 37 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 80% overall (12/15). Jacob Hutson added 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field (11/15), while Kai Johnson contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots (6/8).</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 76 points, their offense couldn't capitalize on the Panthers' defensive struggles. Northern Iowa allowed their opponent to shoot 69% from the field, including 74% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aces and Racers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Racers at CFSB Center in Murray, KY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Missouri Valley conference contest is set at 137.5 points, with Murray State being favored by -8 at home against Evansville.</p><h3>EVANSVILLE ACES VS MURRAY STATE RACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Evansville Aces +8</p><p>This game will be played at CFSB Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EVANSVILLE ACES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Racers.</li><li>Even though we have Murray State winning straight-up, we like Evansville at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Evansville Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Evansville comes into this game as 8-point underdogs, and they have been the underdog in 17 of their 24 games this season. So far, they have gone 9-8 as the underdog.</p>

<p>After winning their last game against Bradley, the Aces are now 15-9 on the season, and they have won four straight games. On the road, their record is 5-7, and their average scoring margin is -10.1 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, Evansville has been solid vs. the spread this season with a 12-5 record. On the road, the Aces are 8-4 ATS and have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games vs. the spread away from home. Over their last three games as the underdog, Evansville is 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>Evansville's over/under record for the season is 8-15 and over their last three games, the over/under record is 0-3. The average scoring total in their last three games is 135 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Evansville offense ended with 73 points against Bradley. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 42.6% and made 8 threes. On the offensive front, the Aces have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 178th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 215th in terms of percentage and 266th in three-pointers made.</p><p>On defense, Evansville is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 72.4 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Evansville's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.1% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.1% this season.</p><h3>Will Murray State Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>At home this season, Murray State has gone 4-8, and they have a home average scoring margin of -2.1 points per game. Their current losing streak at home is four games, and they are 3-7 in their last 10 games at home. So far this year, the Racers have been favored in 10 games, going 3-7 in those contests.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, Murray State has gone 1-4, and they are coming off a 69-64 loss to Belmont. For the season, they have a record of 9-15, including a 6-7 mark in Missouri Valley Conference games. In their 24 games, the Racers have an average scoring differential of -2.1 points per game.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Murray State has an ATS record of just 2-8. Their home ATS record this year is 3-9 and they have gone just 1-4 vs. the spread in their last five home games. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Racers are just 2-8.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 137.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Murray State's games this season (142.6). This year, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. However, the average scoring total in their last three games is just 121 points and their over/under record in their last 10 games is 0-10.</p><p>Most recently, the Murray State offense finished with just 64 points vs. Belmont. For the game, they hit 6/23 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 36.1%. Leading Murray State in scoring vs. Belmont was Quincy Anderson with his 21 points. Nick Ellington also added 11 points for the Racers.</p><p>So far this season, the Murray State defense has been performing well, ranking 80th in the country at 67.8 points allowed per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.7 threes per game vs. Evansville. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 34.3%.</p>

Evansville Aces vs Murray State Racers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Keydets versus the Spiders? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Robins Center in Richmond, VA. The over/under for this game is set at 145 points, and Richmond is favored by -12.5 against VMI in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>VMI KEYDETS VS RICHMOND SPIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Richmond Spiders -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Robins Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RICHMOND SPIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Spiders.</li><li>Not only will Richmond pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Keydets Stand a Chance in Richmond?</h3><p>VMI dropped to 2-6 on the season after a narrow 81-78 home loss to Queens (NC) on Saturday. The Keydets were +2 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>VMI found themselves trailing 46-33 at halftime but made a strong push in the second half, outscoring Queens 45-35. Despite the comeback effort, they couldn’t close the gap enough to secure the win.</p><p>VMI's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 11 threes at a 36.7% clip and were strong from the line, going 17-for-20 (85%). The Keydets had just 6 offensive rebounds and 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Rickey Bradley Jr. struggled, shooting 3-for-15 overall and 1-for-6 from deep, but still finished with 19 points. TJ Johnson contributed 17 points, hitting 4 threes at 50%, while Leo Colimerio and Jaxon Pollard both shot 6-for-8 from the field, with Colimerio adding 5 assists and Pollard grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>VMI's defense gave up 81 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 14/26 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, VMI's opponents hit 11/30, good for 36%. VMI also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 17 attempts (85%). The Keydets allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Spiders Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Richmond’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 2-7 after a 93-87 loss to William & Mary on Wednesday. The Spiders, who were +2.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points went over the line of 154.5, with a combined 180 points scored.</p> <p>Richmond led 41-38 at halftime but allowed 55 points in the 2nd half while scoring 46. Defensive lapses after the break contributed to their latest setback.</p><p>Richmond's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points while shooting 53.7% from the field. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 21 attempts, and were even better from the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 for an 83.3% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63%, with their two-point shooting at 60.6% (20/33).</p> <p>Dusan Neskovic led the way with 20 points, while Jonathan Beagle and DeLonnie Hunt each added 17. Apostolos Roumoglou was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots, including 5 threes. Matteus Case also had a strong game, shooting 5 of 7 and dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Richmond's defense struggled, giving up 93 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Spiders allowed 31 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Richmond's defense allowed 62% shooting, with 18 two-pointers made. From three-point range, they gave up 13 threes on 41% shooting. The Spiders also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 75%. Richmond allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

VMI Keydets vs Richmond Spiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Seawolves and Pride game? Catch the action at Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, DC, as the Pride hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and Hofstra is favored by -5.5 vs. Stony Brook in a Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup.</p><h3>STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES VS HOFSTRA PRIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Entertainment and Sports Arena at 8:30 ET on Monday, March 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-71 in favor of the Pride.</li><li>Even though we have Hofstra winning straight-up, we like Stony Brook at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Seawolves Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Stony Brook comes into this game as the underdog, as they are getting 5.5 points on the road. The Seawolves have a record of 19-14 this season, and they have won two games in a row. In their last game, they defeated Northeastern by a score of 75-65.</p>

<p>So far this season, Stony Brook has gone 11-8 in Coastal Athletic Association play, compared to their 8-6 non-conference record. On the road, the Seawolves are just 4-11, and their average scoring margin is -9.1. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Stony Brook has gone 7-6-1 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Seawolves have an ATS record of 6-3-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 9-6 this year and 7-3 over their last 10 road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Stony Brook's games this season (140.7). This year, their over/under record is 18-13. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 150 points compared to their season average of 145.2 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Stony Brook offense ended with 75 points against Northeastern. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 42.6% and made 9 threes. The team's scoring leader is Tyler Stephenson-Moore, who holds an average of 16.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Aaron Clarke is averaging 14 points per game this season.</p><p>On the defensive side, Stony Brook is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 72.4 points per game. The Stony Brook defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 65 points and allowed Northeastern to connect on 9 threes.</p><h3>Can Hofstra Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>As the Hofstra Pride prepare for their 33rd game of the season, they will be looking to build on their impressive 12-2 home record. So far, they have gone 20-12 overall and 13-6 in Coastal Athletic Association play.</p>

<p>Recently, the Pride have been playing some of their best basketball at home, going 9-1 in their last 10 games. In their most recent outing, Hofstra defeated Delaware by a score of 73-58.</p><p>As the favorite, Hofstra has an ATS record of 11-12-1 this season. However, their ATS mark as the favorite has improved recently, as they are 5-0 vs. the spread in their last 5 games as the favorite. At home, the Pride have an ATS record of 6-7-1 this year and they are 4-1 vs. the spread in their last 5 home games. Overall, Hofstra's ATS mark for the year is 14-16-1.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Hofstra games is 14-17. Today's over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average OU line of 144.8 in their games. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Pride's offense tallied 73 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 74.7 points per game. For the season, the Hofstra offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 364th in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 47%.</p><p>At this time, the Pride's defense is positioned 84th in the country, permitting 68.6 points per game. In today's game vs. Stony Brook, the Hofstra defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Hofstra made 16 free-throws vs. the Pride.</p>

Stony Brook Seawolves vs Hofstra Pride Betting Pick & Prediction 3/11/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Ragin' Cajuns and Warhawks game? Catch the action at Fant-Ewing Coliseum in Monroe, LA, as the Warhawks hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. Louisiana-Lafayette is favored by -6.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Louisiana-Monroe. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS VS LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 8:30 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Warhawks.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Monroe pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Louisiana-Lafayette Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Louisiana-Lafayette enters their 28th game of the season with a 17-10 overall record. On the road, they have a 6-8 record, while at home they are 10-2. As Louisiana-Lafayette prepares to face Louisiana-Monroe, they hold a 15-11 against the spread (ATS) record. When playing away games, the Ragin' Cajuns are 8-6 vs. the spread, while at home they are 7-5 ATS.</p><p>In 27 games, Louisiana-Lafayette comes in with an over/under mark of 13-13-0, with their games averaging 148.8 points per game. In the Ragin' Cajuns' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 143 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Louisiana-Lafayette offense tallied 73 points in a matchup against Appalachian State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 44.9%, and they made 6 threes. The team's top scorer is Kobe Julien, who enters today's matchup with an average of 17.7, while Hosana Kitenge also carries a PPG average of 11.8 into the game.</p><p>In terms of defense, Louisiana-Lafayette is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 70.9 points per game. Louisiana-Lafayette's three-point defense is currently 8th in the country at 4.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 44.2% of their shots vs. Louisiana-Lafayette.</p><h3>Will the Louisiana-Monroe Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>So far this season, Louisiana-Monroe has played in 25 games and currently holds a record of 10-15. All of their games this season have been away games. As Louisiana-Monroe enters today's game, their ATS record stands at 10-13. Over their last five games, the team has gone 1-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Louisiana-Monroe's games have, on average, featured 142.1 points per game leading to an over/under record of 13-10-0. Their average over/under line is currently 140.9 points so far. The Warhawks' last five games have finished with a combined 151 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>Most recently, the Louisiana-Monroe offense finished with just 57 points vs. Troy. For the game, they hit 2/7 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 32.3%. Currently leading the team in scoring is Nika Metskhvarishvili who comes into today's matchup averaging 12. Tyreke Locure also heads into the game with a PPG average of 11.</p><p>At present, the Warhawks' defense is nationally ranked 237th, allowing 74.5 points per game. Louisiana-Monroe's three-point defense is currently 221st in the country at 8.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.0% of their shots vs. Louisiana-Monroe.</p>

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns vs Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

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