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Rice Owls vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

California Golden Bears vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Stanford Cardinal vs Clemson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Miami Hurricanes vs Boston College Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

North Carolina Tar Heels vs Louisville Cardinals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Howard Bison vs Yale Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Belmont Bruins vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Bradley Braves vs Indiana State Sycamores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Drake Bulldogs vs UIC Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Evansville Aces vs Southern Illinois Salukis NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Valparaiso Beacons vs Missouri State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Connecticut Huskies vs DePaul Blue Demons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Villanova Wildcats vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Youngstown State Penguins vs IU Indy Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Northern Kentucky Norse NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Citadel Bulldogs vs Samford Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

VMI Keydets vs East Tennessee State Buccaneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Furman Paladins vs Western Carolina Catamounts NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Chattanooga Mocs vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

UNCG Spartans vs Wofford Terriers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>The Mocs and Bears are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears will host the game at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA. Chattanooga is favored by -3 in this Southern conference matchup the against Mercer. The over/under for the game is set at 155.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +3</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mocs fell to 6-5 on the season after a 74-65 road loss to Indiana on Saturday, December 21st. Chattanooga entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs but kept things closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Chattanooga trailed 41-38 at halftime and were outscored 33-27 in the 2nd half. The combined points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Chattanooga put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with 10 made threes on 28 attempts.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. Mackenzie Mgbako added 14 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 75% from deep, while Malik Reneau also contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Mocs allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 24 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga held their opponent to 25% shooting, as they connected on just 5 of 20 three-point attempts. The Mocs also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Mercer?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer improved to 5-6 on the season with a 71-68 road win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 28th. The Bears entered the game as +1 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 40-37 at halftime and both teams scored 31 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 157.5 over/under line.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They connected on 31.2% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-32 from beyond the arc, and hit 51.5% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they struggled, making just 58.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Ahmad Robinson led the way with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 44.4% overall and 40.0% from three. Cesare Edwards contributed 20 points, hitting 60.0% of his shots, while Tyler Johnson added 19 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 30.0% from three-point range.</p><p>Mercer’s defense held their opponent to 68 points while giving up 40% shooting from the field. The Bears allowed 28 made field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mercer’s defense limited their opponent to 6/22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 6 shots for 42%.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Roadrunners and Mean Green face off at 4:00 ET on ESPNU. The Mean Green are hosting the game at UNT Coliseum in Denton, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and North Texas is favored by -13.5 to win at home against UTSA.</p><h3>UTSA ROADRUNNERS VS NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTSA Roadrunners +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNT Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTSA ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Mean Green.</li><li>Even though we have North Texas winning straight-up, we like UTSA at +13.5.</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>Can UTSA Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>UTSA has struggled on the road this season, going just 2-11 away from home with an average scoring margin of -10.2 points per game. The Roadrunners have also lost their last six road games and are coming off a 66-61 loss to South Florida.</p>

<p>Overall, UTSA is 8-19 on the year and has lost seven straight games. In American Athletic Conference play, the Roadrunners are just 2-12 compared to their 6-7 non-conference record.</p><p>As the underdog this season, UTSA has gone 9-10 vs. the spread. Their road ATS record is 5-8 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the Roadrunners have an over/under record of 18-8 and today's line of 137.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (153.2). So far, 21 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 145 points.</p><p>UTSA offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 61 points against South Florida. In that game, they made 9/32 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 29.4%. Christian Tucker is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 11.7 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Jordan Ivy-Curry brings a PPG average of 16.5 into the game.</p><p>The Roadrunners' defense is presently ranked 339th nationally, allowing an average of 82.8 points per contest. UTSA's three-point defense is currently 224th in the country at 8.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 44.3% of their shots vs. UTSA.</p><h3>Do the Mean Green Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>North Texas has been a much better team at home this season, going 8-5 compared to 4-6 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +6.9, which is significantly better than their +1.6 average scoring margin on the road.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Mean Green lost to UAB by a score of 71-62. Over their last 10 games at home, North Texas has gone 6-4.</p><p>As the favorite this season, North Texas has an ATS mark of 9-5. Over their last three home games, the Mean Green are just 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>North Texas' over/under record for the season sits at 11-11-1 and the average over/under line in their games is 128.7. So far, 22 of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's line of 137.5. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those games is 137 points.</p><p>In their latest game, North Texas offense put up 62 points against UAB. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 41.7% and made 4 threes. Leading North Texas in scoring vs. UAB was Jason Edwards with his 29 points. Robert Allen also added 13 points for the Mean Green.</p><p>This season, the North Texas defense has been impressive, holding the 5th position in the country while permitting an average of 61.1 points per contest. In today's game vs. UTSA, the North Texas defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, North Texas made 26 free-throws vs. the Mean Green.</p>

UTSA Roadrunners vs North Texas Mean Green Betting Pick & Prediction 2/24/24

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

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New Jersey Devils vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

Utah Hockey Club vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Vancouver Canucks vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Nashville Predators vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Carolina Hurricanes vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

New Jersey Devils vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Philadelphia Flyers vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Winnipeg Jets vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Buffalo Sabres vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Cowboys game? Catch the action at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, OK, as the Cowboys hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Houston is favored by -12.5 in this Big 12 conference contest against Oklahoma State. The game's over/under currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON COUGARS VS OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gallagher-Iba Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will Oklahoma State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</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>Are Houston Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Houston improved to 8-3 on the season with an 87-51 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Saturday. The Cougars, who were heavy favorites at -31, covered the spread in this home game. The total points for the game reached 138, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 46-27 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Islanders 41-24.</p><p>Houston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points with a 49.1% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, thanks in large part to their 48.3% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 29 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, converting 21 of 25 for 84%.</p> <p>L.J. Cryer and Garry Clark each contributed 17 points, with Cryer hitting 5 of 7 from three-point range. Emanuel Sharp added 18 points, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep. Milos Uzan was perfect from three, hitting both of his attempts, and finished with 12 points and 6 assists. The Cougars also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, the Houston Cougars gave up 51 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 49% from the field. The Cougars allowed 12 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's opponent hit 14 of 29 threes, shooting 48%. They also went to the free-throw line 25 times, making 21 for an 84% success rate. The Cougars gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Cowboys Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Oklahoma State improved to 8-3 on the season with an 86-74 win over Oral Roberts on Sunday. Playing at home, the Cowboys were -20.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>The Cowboys led 38-31 at halftime and scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. Despite the win, Oklahoma State’s defense will need to tighten up as they allowed Oral Roberts to stay closer than expected.</p><p>Oklahoma State put up 86 points in their latest game, shooting 48.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, with a strong 57.5% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 3 of 14 attempts (21.4%).</p> <p>The Cowboys were effective at the free-throw line, making 31 of 39 shots (79.5%), and they grabbed 17 offensive rebounds. Issac McBride led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 61.5% overall, while adding 5 assists.</p><p>Oklahoma State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 40 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cowboys held their opponent to just 3 threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the line 39 times, where they converted 31 free throws (79%). Oklahoma State also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Houston Cougars vs Oklahoma State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Devils and Kings game? Catch the action at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, as the Kings hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on NHLN. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Kings are favored by -1.5 vs. the Devils in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Devils winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Devils on the moneyline (-107)</li><li>The Devils are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Devils Stand a Chance in Los Angeles?</h3><p>New Jersey fell to 24-13-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>All three of Calgary’s goals came in the third period. The Devils struggled offensively, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to the Flames. The Devils managed 22 shots on goal but couldn't find the back of the net. They also recorded 19 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>After a scoreless first two periods, the Devils were unable to capitalize on any opportunities in the third. None of their players found the net in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. New Jersey's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Is It the Kings Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Following a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 21-10-5. Los Angeles led 3-2 in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left and went on to win in the shootout.</p> 

<p>The Kings were favored on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6 goals. The combined score of 7 surpassed that number.</p><p>Alex Laferriere led the way for the Kings with two goals, including his 8th of the season. He opened the scoring with a power-play goal in the first period and added another in the second. Phillip Danault, who had 5 shots on goal, netted his first goal of the season in the third period.</p> <p>Despite firing 40 shots on goal, the Kings only managed to score three times. They recorded 13 giveaways and had six assists on their three goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings struggled in the third period, giving up three goals, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with an 85.7% save percentage. The Kings' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

<p>At 6:00 ET, the 2nd ranked Celtics (-122) will take on the 1st ranked Cavaliers (+102) in Cleveland. Boston is currently favored by 1.5 points, and the over/under line is sitting at 235.5.</p>

<p>Despite being the underdog, the Cavs are 17-3 and are currently on a two-game losing streak. The Celtics, on the other hand, have won seven straight and are 16-3 overall.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-125 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 27 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Celtics Secure a Win at Cleveland?</h3><p>Boston improved to 16-3 this season with a 138-129 win over the Bulls on Friday. The Celtics were favored by 11.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, winning by nine. The game’s total points of 267.5 exceeded the O/U line of 244.5 by 22.5 points.</p> <p>Boston jumped out to a 39-30 lead after the 1st quarter, but the Bulls responded with a 10-0 run, closing the gap to 39-38. Chicago won the 2nd quarter 37-28, and the teams were tied at 96 entering the 4th. The Celtics pulled away by outscoring the Bulls 42-33 in the final period.</p><p>The Celtics' offense was firing on all cylinders in their win over the Bulls, putting up 138 points with a 50% shooting performance. They connected on 23 three-pointers, shooting 42.6% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jayson Tatum led the way with 35 points and 14 rebounds, while Payton Pritchard added 29 points, hitting 7 threes and scoring 19 points in the 4th quarter. Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porziņģis each chipped in 21 points.</p><p>Even with a shaky defensive performance, the Celtics managed to pull off a win against the Bulls, allowing 129 points on 51% shooting. Boston gave up 30 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 2nd, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Chicago to 29 points before allowing 33 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Celtics also allowed 20 three-pointers on 39% shooting. They sent the Bulls to the free-throw line 16 times, where Chicago converted 13. Boston finished with 40 defensive rebounds, giving up 5 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Cavaliers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Cavaliers fell to 17-3 on the season after a 117-101 road loss to the Hawks on Friday. Cleveland, who entered the game as 5.5-point favorites, couldn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 218 points fell well short of the 243.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a tight first half, with the Cavs trailing 52-50, Atlanta took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring Cleveland 39-23. The Cavs tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 28-26, but the damage was already done.</p><p>The Cavaliers struggled offensively in their loss to the Hawks, shooting just 40.9% from the field and 28.9% from three-point range, making only 11 threes. Darius Garland led the way with 29 points, hitting 5 threes at a 62.5% clip.</p> <p>Evan Mobley added 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 58.8%. Donovan Mitchell had a tough night, shooting 21.7% from the field and 20% from three, finishing with 12 points and 11 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, the Cavaliers had a strong 2nd quarter but struggled in the 3rd, allowing 39 points in a 117-101 loss to the Hawks. Cleveland gave up 14 threes on 41% shooting and sent Atlanta to the line 18 times, where they hit 15 free throws.</p> <p>The Cavaliers recorded 29 defensive rebounds but allowed 10 offensive boards. They finished the game with 9 steals but didn’t record any blocks.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Huskies and Blue Demons. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Blue Demons at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! Connecticut is favored by -11.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against DePaul. The over/under for the game is set at 146.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wintrust Arena at 2:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Blue Demons.</li><li>Not only will DePaul pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Connecticut Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 10-3 on the season with a 78-74 road win over Butler on Saturday. The Huskies were -8.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>UConn led 42-33 at halftime, but Butler outscored them 41-36 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p><p>Connecticut's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 45% from the field and 45.8% from three-point range, hitting 11 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, and they connected on 81.2% of their free throws, going 13 for 16.</p> <p>Alex Karaban led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 9 from beyond the arc. Liam McNeeley and Patrick McCaffery each added 17 points, with McNeeley dishing out 7 assists. Andre Screen also contributed 17 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.</p><p>Connecticut's defense gave up 74 points, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 23 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 46% shooting, as the other team made 18 of 39 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Huskies held the opposition to 33% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 15 attempts. Connecticut also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 23 for 82%. The Huskies gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Blue Demons Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>DePaul improved to 9-4 on the season with an 84-65 win over Loyola Maryland on Saturday. The Blue Demons were -18.5 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 149, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>DePaul built a 44-26 lead in the first half and added another 40 points in the second half. They allowed 39 points in the second half, but their strong first-half performance set the tone for the win.</p><p>DePaul put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 24 attempts for 20.8%, but were strong inside, connecting on 57.8% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>NJ Benson and Jacob Theodosiou each scored 22 points, with Theodosiou shooting 9 of 10 overall and 3 of 4 from three. Benson added 17 rebounds, while DePaul grabbed 16 offensive boards as a team and dished out 20 assists.</p><p>DePaul's defense gave up 65 points, allowing the opposition to shoot 44% from the field, hitting 31 of 69 attempts. Inside the arc, DePaul struggled, giving up 26 two-point baskets on 45 attempts, a 57% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul's defense held strong, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate. The Blue Demons also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17, shooting 73%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Lobos and Bulldogs face off at 8:00 ET on MWN. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA. New Mexico is favored by -15.5 in this Mountain West conference matchup the against Fresno State. The over/under for the game is set at 158.5 points.</p><h3>NEW MEXICO LOBOS VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will New Mexico Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>New Mexico improved to 9-3 on the season with a 76-68 road win over Colorado State on Saturday. The Lobos entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> <p>New Mexico jumped out to a 41-25 lead at halftime, but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 144 fell short of the 152.5 O/U line.</p><p>The Lobos put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They hit 46.7% from beyond the arc, going 7-of-15, and connected on 77.8% of their free throws, making 7-of-9.</p> <p>New Mexico's two-point shooting was 50% (24/48), and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Nique Clifford led the way with 17 points and 7 rebounds, while also dishing out 6 assists. Donovan Dent also contributed 6 assists, adding 14 points in the win.</p><p>New Mexico's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 27/60 shooting. The Lobos struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing 21/37 attempts to fall for a 56% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Mexico held the other team to 6/23 shooting, or 26%. The Lobos also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 8 times, where they converted all their attempts. New Mexico allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Bulldogs Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 4-9 on the season after a 87-77 loss to UNLV on Saturday. Fresno State was a +15.5 point underdog going into the game, but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Fresno State was down 48-30 at halftime but outscored UNLV 47-39 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 164 went over the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fresno State put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field and 44.8% from three, hitting 13 of 29 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, and they added 10 free throws on 16 attempts, shooting 62.5% from the line.</p> <p>Dedan Thomas Jr. led the way with 21 points and 6 assists, while Jasir Tremble hit 5 threes, shooting 71.4% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Mykell Robinson contributed 18 points, 7 assists, and 8 rebounds, and Jailen Bedford also scored 18, hitting 3 of 4 from three.</p><p>Fresno State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 61% of their two-point attempts, with 25 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fresno State's defense allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 7 free throws. Fresno State gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

New Mexico Lobos vs Fresno State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinal versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142 points, and Clemson is favored by -10.5 to win at home against Stanford.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS CLEMSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Clemson Tigers -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Littlejohn Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEMSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Clemson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cardinal Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford's season record dropped to 9-3 after a 76-61 home loss to Oregon on Saturday. The Cardinal entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, which fell short of the 148.5 over/under line.</p> <p>Stanford struggled early, trailing 36-19 at halftime. They improved in the second half, scoring 42 points while allowing 40, but it wasn't enough to overcome the first-half deficit.</p><p>Stanford struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, finishing with 61 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.5%, and they hit only 53.8% of their free throws.</p> <p>Maxime Raynaud led the Cardinal with 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor and 33.3% from three-point range. Stanford managed just 8 assists and 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Stanford's defense held their opponent to 76 points, allowing them to shoot 37% from the field on 23 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, Stanford gave up 15 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stanford's defense limited their opponent to 8 of 30 shooting, just 26%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 7, shooting 53%. Stanford allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Clemson Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Clemson moved to 10-3 on the season with a 73-62 win over Wake Forest on Saturday, December 21st. The Tigers, who were playing at home, entered the game as -8.5 favorites and managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Clemson led 40-31 at halftime and outscored Wake Forest 33-31 in the second half. The total points for the game were 135, just over the 134.5-point O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Clemson's offense put up 73 points, shooting 39.3% from the field and 32.3% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 15 of 16 shots for a 93.8% success rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis led the way with 26 points on 73.3% shooting, while Chase Hunter added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Jake Heidbreder was efficient, making 3 of 4 threes and shooting 80% overall. Viktor Lakhin contributed 9 rebounds and 6 assists, and Clemson finished with 17 assists as a team, grabbing 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Even with Clemson's defense holding the opposition to just 62 points, the Tigers couldn’t come away with a win. They limited their opponents to 39% shooting overall, including 46% from two-point range (14/30).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson gave up 10 threes on 31 attempts (32%). They also sent the other team to the line 16 times, where they converted 15 free throws (93%). Clemson allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Tar Heels and Cardinals game? Catch the action at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY, as the Cardinals hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ACCN. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 164.5 points, with Louisville being favored by -1.5 at home against North Carolina.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS LOUISVILLE CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisville Cardinals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KFC Yum! Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISVILLE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Louisville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina improved to 8-5 on the season with a 97-81 win over Campbell on Sunday. The Tar Heels were heavy favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the -28 spread. The game’s total points reached 178, surpassing the O/U line of 155.5.</p> <p>UNC led 40-29 at halftime and scored 57 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed Campbell to score 52 points after the break, which kept the game closer than expected.</p><p>North Carolina put up 97 points in their latest game, shooting 57.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 65.1%. They were dominant inside, hitting 74.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 35.7% from beyond the arc, making 10 threes. The Tar Heels also shot 75% from the free-throw line, going 15-for-20.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 32 points, hitting 5 threes at 55.6% shooting from deep. Ian Jackson added 26 points, and RJ Davis contributed 23 points, making 5 threes at a 50% clip. Elliot Cadeau dished out 12 assists, and the team finished with 20 assists overall, grabbing 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>North Carolina's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed 36 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Tar Heels gave up 26 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 74% shooting percentage. From three-point range, their opponent shot 35%, making 10 of 28 attempts. North Carolina also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Cardinals Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Louisville improved to 8-5 on the season with a narrow 78-76 win over Eastern Kentucky on Saturday. The Cardinals were heavy favorites at -21.5 but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 46-37 at halftime, Louisville scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The game’s total points of 154 fell just under the O/U line of 157.5.</p><p>Louisville's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 37.5% from the field and 30.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, and they connected on 79.2% of their free throws, hitting 19 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>George Kimble III led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 10 from deep, while Devontae Blanton added 22 points. The Cardinals grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists, with Chucky Hepburn leading the team with 7 assists and contributing 14 points.</p><p>Even with Louisville holding the opposing team to 37% shooting, the Cardinals still gave up 76 points. They allowed 24 field goals, including 11 threes on 36 attempts, a 30% success rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Louisville sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they hit 19 free throws, shooting 79%. The Cardinals also struggled on the boards, giving up 21 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Owls and Golden Hurricane game? Catch the action at Reynolds Center in Tulsa, OK, as the Golden Hurricane hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 141.5 points, and Tulsa is favored by -2.5 vs. Rice in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>RICE OWLS VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reynolds Center at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Golden Hurricane.</li><li>Not only will Tulsa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Rice Stun the Crowd at Reynolds Center?</h3><p>Rice improved to 9-3 on the season with a 64-46 win over Prairie View A&M on Sunday. The Owls, who were -14 point favorites, covered the spread at home.</p> <p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Rice turned things around by scoring 41 points and holding the Panthers to just 19 in the second half. The game’s total points of 110 fell well short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>Rice struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% (4/16) of their three-point attempts in their last game, while shooting 44.1% overall from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with two-point shooting at 51.2% (22/43).</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was a major issue, as the Owls connected on only 42.1% (8/19) from the line. They did dominate the offensive glass, pulling down 21 offensive rebounds, with Nick Anderson and Trae Broadnax both grabbing 10 boards. Broadnax also added 8 assists, while Anderson led the team with 18 points.</p><p>Even with Rice allowing 21 offensive rebounds, they held their opponent to just 46 points. Rice gave up 44% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 26 of 59 shots.</p> <p>Rice's defense limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 4 of 16, or 25%. From the free-throw line, their opponent struggled, making only 8 of 19 attempts, or 42%.</p><h3>Do the Golden Hurricane Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulsa improved to 4-7 on the season with a dominant 93-48 win over Mississippi Valley State on Saturday. Playing at home, the Golden Hurricane were -29 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 141, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Tulsa took control early, leading 39-16 at halftime. They added 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32, continuing their strong play on both ends of the court.</p><p>Tulsa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 93 points while shooting 51.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.3%, thanks in part to their 72.4% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>They also connected on 11 of 33 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc. Matt Reed was a standout, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 15 points and 9 rebounds in just 16 minutes. Dwon Odom was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5 and adding 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Tulsa's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 48 points. However, they allowed a 51% shooting performance, with 32 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Tulsa's defense gave up 21 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 72% shooting rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 11 of 33 shots, and Tulsa sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws.</p>

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-115) will take on the Toronto Raptors (-103) in a division matchup. The Nets are favored by 1 point and have lost two straight games. The Raptors have lost 11 in a row and are 14th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto and can be seen on YES. The over/under line is set at 221.5.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +1</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 147-95 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.9% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Nets Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 12-20 on the season after a narrow 102-101 loss to the Magic on Sunday. Despite being +8 point underdogs, Brooklyn kept it close and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 203, just over the 202.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn looked strong early, going on a 14-0 run to take a 35-21 lead and outscoring Orlando 34-22 in the 2nd quarter. However, they couldn’t hold on, as the Magic rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Nets 34-18 to complete the comeback.</p><p>Cam Thomas led the Nets with 25 points in their 102-101 loss to the Magic, despite shooting just 33.3% from the field. Jalen Wilson added 16 points, hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip, with 13 of his points coming in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Brooklyn made 13 threes, shooting 43.3% from deep, though their overall field goal percentage was 43.8%. Noah Clowney contributed 11 of his 13 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Nets were solid through three quarters, giving up just 68 points, but they allowed 34 in the 4th, leading to a 102-101 loss to the Magic. Brooklyn held Orlando to 44% shooting, including 33% from beyond the arc, where the Magic hit 12 threes.</p> <p>The Nets sent the Magic to the line 25 times, where they made 16 free throws. Brooklyn recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks but gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Toronto Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Raptors’ season continued to spiral on Tuesday as they fell to 7-26 after a 125-71 loss to the Celtics. Toronto, who entered the game as +17 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 196 points fell well short of the 232-point over/under line.</p> <p>After a slow start, Toronto appeared to steady themselves in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Boston 23-22. However, a 13-0 Celtics run pushed the score from 66-48 to 79-48, and Boston dominated the rest of the game, outscoring Toronto 80-36 in the 2nd half.</p><p>In their 125-71 loss to the Celtics, the Raptors struggled offensively, shooting just 31.4% from the field and 25% from three-point range, hitting 10 threes overall. Scottie Barnes led the way with 16 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 36.8% from the floor.</p> <p>Davion Mitchell and Jamison Battle each added 9 points, with Mitchell hitting 2 threes at 100% efficiency, while Battle connected on 3 threes at 50%. Barnes scored 8 of his 16 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 1st and 2nd quarters, the Raptors struggled in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 45 and 35 points, respectively, in a 125-71 loss to the Celtics. Toronto allowed Boston to shoot 54% from the field.</p> <p>The Raptors also had trouble defending the three-point line, where the Celtics hit 22 threes on 51% shooting. Toronto finished with 30 defensive rebounds, while giving up 11 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hurricanes versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, MA. Miami is favored by -2.5 in this Atlantic Coast conference contest against Boston College. The game's over/under currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>MIAMI HURRICANES VS BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston College Eagles +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum at 12:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Boston College pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hurricanes Defense Show Up in Chestnut Hill?</h3><p>The Hurricanes' season took another hit on Saturday, as they fell to 4-8 after a 78-74 loss to Mount St. Mary's. Miami, who were -17 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Miami led 38-28 at halftime, but they allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 28. The game’s total points of 152 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Miami put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.5%, with a rough night from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 25 threes (20%).</p> <p>Inside, they connected on 52.3% of their two-point attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 13 of 15 (86.7%). Terrell Ard Jr. was efficient, shooting 77.8% overall, while Carmelo Pacheco hit 4 of 8 threes, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Miami's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 28 of 69 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 23 of 44 shooting for 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Miami held their opponent to 5 of 25 shooting, or 20%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 13 for 86%.</p><h3>Will Boston College Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Boston College improved to 8-5 on the season with a 78-70 win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Saturday. The Eagles were -15 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>BC led 38-28 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. The total points for the game ended at 148, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Boston College put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.4%. They hit 61% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes (4/14). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 16 of 18 attempts for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ahmed Barba-Bey was a standout, scoring 31 points on 10 of 12 shooting, including 8 of 9 from three-point range. Donald Hand Jr. added 29 points and 10 rebounds, while Terrence Brown contributed 20 points and 4 assists. Chad Venning was efficient, hitting 8 of 10 shots for 18 points.</p><p>Boston College's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Eagles allowed their opponent to hit 61% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 41 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston College held their opponent to 28% shooting, with just 4 threes made on 14 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16 for 88%. The Eagles also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Huskies and Wildcats. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on PEAC, and it's hosted by the Wildcats at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 136 points, and Northwestern is favored by -14 vs. Northeastern.</p><h3>NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northeastern Huskies +14</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 1:30 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern winning straight-up, we like Northeastern at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Huskies Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Northeastern Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies fell to 8-4 on the season after a 77-72 road loss to UMass on Wednesday. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, Northeastern not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 35-30 at halftime, the Huskies matched UMass with 42 points in the 2nd half, but it wasn’t enough to pull off the win. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Northeastern's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 36.5% overall and 22.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.5%, with the team hitting 22 of 52 two-point attempts (42.3%).</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 threes (57.1%) and shooting 50% overall. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, while LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt also grabbing 8 boards and dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>The Huskies gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). Northeastern also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Huskies' defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 18 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the opposition went 19/31, hitting 61% of their foul shots.</p><h3>Are the Wildcats Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 9-3 on the season with an 84-64 win over DePaul on Saturday. Playing at home, the Wildcats were favored by 6.5 points and covered the spread with the 20-point victory.</p> <p>Northwestern led 37-27 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 136.5.</p><p>Northwestern put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-12, and hit 68.8% of their free throws. The Wildcats also dished out 17 assists and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Nick Martinelli led Northwestern with 23 points, while Brooks Barnhizer added 21 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field. Jacob Meyer contributed 18 points, hitting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc, and Matthew Nicholson was efficient inside, making 6-of-8 shots for 14 points.</p><p>Northwestern's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 53% from the field. They were effective inside, hitting 55% of their two-point attempts, going 29/52.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 41%, making 5 of 12 three-point attempts. Northwestern sent them to the line 16 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 68%. The Wildcats also allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northeastern Huskies vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bison versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at John J. Lee Amphitheater in New Haven, CT. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Yale as the -13.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>HOWARD BISON VS YALE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at John J. Lee Amphitheater at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Yale winning straight-up, we like Howard at +13.5.</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>Can the Bison Pull Off a Win at New Haven?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Howard’s season record dropped to 3-8 after an 83-67 loss to Hampton on Saturday. The Bison entered the game as +4 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Howard trailed 31-23 at halftime but allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 44 of their own. The game’s total points of 150 exceeded the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Howard's offense managed 67 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 77.3% of their free throws, going 17-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from three. Noah Farrakhan added 17 points and 7 assists, while Wayne Bristol Jr. contributed 18 points, hitting 40% of his threes.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable from beyond the arc, where the other team hit 13 threes on 31 attempts, a 41% success rate.</p> <p>In addition to their shooting woes, Howard sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, an 83% clip. The Bison also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Yale Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Yale’s season record dropped to 5-6 after a narrow 75-74 road loss to UTEP on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 149, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Yale fell behind 45-33 at halftime but made a strong push in the 2nd half, outscoring UTEP 41-30. Despite the comeback effort, the Bulldogs came up just short.</p><p>Yale put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, thanks in part to hitting 45.5% from beyond the arc, going 10-for-22 from three-point range.</p> <p>Riley Fox led the way with 19 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes. Otis Frazier added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Yale also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the win.</p><p>Yale's defense struggled against the three-point shot, allowing their opponent to hit 11 of 17 from deep, a 64% clip. Overall, they gave up 75 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Yale's opponent went 14/21, shooting 66%. The Bulldogs limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Bruins and Panthers face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at McLeod Center in Cedar Falls, IA. This Missouri Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 153.5 points, and Northern Iowa is favored to win by -6.5 at home vs. Belmont.</p><h3>BELMONT BRUINS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at McLeod Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bruins Offense Score Enough in Cedar Falls?</h3><p>Belmont's season record dropped to 8-4 after a 65-46 road loss to Drake on Sunday. The Bruins entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 111, well below the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Belmont struggled early, falling behind 39-21 at halftime. They managed to score 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 26, but it wasn't enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>Belmont's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 46 points with a field goal percentage of 37.5% (15/40). Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, and they hit 5 of 13 threes, shooting 38.5% from deep. Inside the arc, they connected on only 37% of their two-point attempts (10/27).</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 20 points, shooting 50% from the field, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Daniel Abreu added 15 points, hitting 3 of 9 from beyond the arc, while Sam Orme contributed 11 points, making 4 of 6 shots overall.</p><p>Belmont's defense gave up 65 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Inside the arc, Belmont allowed 18 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 56% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Belmont's defense held their opponents to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, or 31% shooting. The Bruins also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 11 shots for a 73% free-throw percentage. Belmont allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Northern Iowa Panthers Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Northern Iowa improved to 7-5 on the season with a 78-67 home win over Southern Illinois on Sunday, December 29th. The Panthers, who entered the game as -10.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 145, just under the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 38-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa scored 40 points in the 2nd half while holding Southern Illinois to 33 points.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 78 points on 55.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.5%, with a strong 62.9% shooting inside the arc and 41.2% from three-point range.</p> <p>Jacob Hutson and Jarrett Hensley each scored 20 points, with Hutson shooting 70% from the field in just 23 minutes. Tytan Anderson added 15 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 6 of 7 shots.</p><p>Despite Northern Iowa's defensive struggles, allowing 67 points on 55% shooting, they managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, giving up just 7 threes on 17 attempts (41%).</p> <p>The Panthers also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13 (76%). Northern Iowa gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Denver Nuggets (-214) will host the Atlanta Hawks (+180) in a non-conference matchup. The Nuggets are favored by 5.5 points and the over/under line is set at 246.5.</p>

<p>Denver (18-13) is currently on a two-game win streak and sits fifth in the Western Conference. Atlanta (18-15) is on a four-game win streak and is sixth in the East.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-111 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Trae Young finishing with 21 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Denver Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 18-15 this season with a dominant 136-107 road win over the Raptors on Sunday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +1 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 243, just edging over the pre-game line of 242.5.</p> <p>Atlanta set the tone early, taking a 35-25 lead after the 1st quarter. Though Toronto won the 2nd quarter 33-29, the Hawks responded with a huge 3rd quarter, outscoring the Raptors 40-24. They carried a 104-82 lead into the 4th and finished strong, winning the final quarter 32-25.</p><p>Trae Young knocked down 7 threes at a 53.8% clip, finishing with 34 points and 10 assists in the Hawks' win over the Raptors. De'Andre Hunter added 22 points, shooting 72.7% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p> <p>As a team, Atlanta made 18 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc and 48.4% overall. Young scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter, while Onyeka Okongwu added 9 of his 15 points in the period.</p><p>The Hawks' defense was solid in their win over the Raptors, giving up just 107 points. They held Toronto to 25 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters and limited them to 24 points in the 3rd.</p> <p>Atlanta did an excellent job defending the three, allowing only 7 made threes on 29% shooting. They also racked up 22 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Nuggets Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Denver improved to 18-13 on the season with a 132-121 road win over the Jazz on Monday. The Nuggets, favored by 7.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 253 points exceeded the over/under line of 238.5 by 14.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when Denver went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 24-21 to 34-21. They outscored Utah 34-23 in the 3rd quarter and maintained their lead by edging the Jazz 34-32 in the 4th.</p><p>Nikola Jokić put up 36 points, 22 rebounds, and 11 assists in the Nuggets' win over the Jazz, shooting 42.4% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 33.3%. Michael Porter Jr. added 21 points, and Christian Braun contributed 20, shooting 75% from the floor.</p> <p>Denver shot 50.5% overall, but struggled from deep, making just 9 threes at a 30% clip. Jokić scored 17 points in the 3rd quarter, while Porter added 9 in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 121 points on 51% shooting, the Nuggets' defense tightened up in the 3rd quarter, allowing just 23 points, helping them secure the win over the Jazz. Denver gave up 37 points in the 1st but improved in the 2nd, allowing 29 points. They finished by allowing 32 points in the 4th.</p> <p>The Nuggets did a solid job defending the three, holding the Jazz to 13 made threes on 34% shooting. Denver also sent Utah to the line 22 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Nuggets collected 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 7 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Braves versus the Sycamores? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hulman Center in Terre Haute, IN. Bradley is favored by -3.5 in this Missouri Valley conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 157.5 points.</p><h3>BRADLEY BRAVES VS INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana State Sycamores +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hulman Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Sycamores.</li><li>Not only will Indiana State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Braves Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Bradley improved to 10-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over Valparaiso on Sunday, December 29th. The Braves were at home and entered the game as -13.5 favorites.</p> <p>Bradley led 36-30 at halftime but allowed 33 points in the 2nd half while scoring 27. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5, but Bradley did not cover the spread.</p><p>Bradley's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 28% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.7%, and they were strong from the free-throw line, converting 18 of 21 attempts for an 85.7% rate.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger and Darius Hannah each scored 21 points, with Hannah shooting 61.5% from the field and Schwieger hitting 58.3%. Duke Deen added 20 points, while Zek Montgomery contributed 19, despite shooting just 42.1%. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro struggled, hitting only 21.1% of his shots, but still managed 17 points. Kaspar Sepp was efficient, shooting 71.4% and grabbing 15 rebounds.</p><p>Bradley gave up 75 points while holding their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. The Braves allowed 21 two-point field goals on 45 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bradley's defense limited their opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the line 21 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Indiana State?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Indiana State fell to 6-5 on the season after a 103-83 road loss to Ohio State on Sunday. The Sycamores entered the game as +18.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 52-47 at halftime, Indiana State managed just 36 points in the second half while allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 186, surpassing the over/under line of 158.5.</p><p>Indiana State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They connected on 35.7% of their threes, hitting 10 of 28 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 27 of 32 for 84.4%.</p> <p>Bruce Thornton led the way with 33 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 57.1% from deep. Jaden Daughtry added 25 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 70% from the floor, while Samage Teel contributed 19 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Indiana State's defense struggled, giving up 103 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 67% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana State's opponent hit 7 of 21 threes, shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 41 times, where they made 28 free throws, a 68% rate. Indiana State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Detroit Pistons (-125) will host the Orlando Magic (+106) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Pistons are favored by 2 points and the over/under line is 212.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on FDSD.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -2</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-78 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Magic Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 20-14 with a 102-101 win over the Nets on Sunday. Despite being favored by eight points, the Magic didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 203, just over the 202.5-point line.</p> <p>After a 14-0 run by the Nets, Orlando found themselves down 83-68 heading into the 4th quarter. The Magic rallied, outscoring Brooklyn 34-18 in the final period to complete the comeback.</p><p>Tristan da Silva's 13-point surge in the 4th quarter lifted the Magic to a 102-101 win over the Nets, finishing with a team-high 21 points and 4 threes at 44.4% efficiency. He also added 7 assists and 6 rebounds. Goga Bitadze contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 80% from the field, with 7 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter.</p> <p>Orlando hit 12 threes, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc and 44.6% overall. Caleb Houstan added 9 of his 12 points in the final period, while Wendell Carter scored 7 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter, the Magic tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, giving up just 40 points to the Nets in the 3rd and 4th quarters combined. Orlando allowed 101 points on 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Magic struggled to defend the three-point line, where the Nets hit 13 threes at a 43% clip. Orlando also sent Brooklyn to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 24 attempts. The Magic finished with 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Does Detroit Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Pistons dropped to 14-18 after a 134-121 road loss to the Nuggets on Saturday. Detroit entered as +6 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 255 points exceeded the O/U line of 235.</p> <p>Detroit led 38-36 after the 1st quarter, but Denver took control with a 31-23 2nd quarter and a dominant 47-28 3rd quarter. The Pistons went on an 11-0 run in the 4th, cutting the score from 118-97 to 129-97, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their 134-121 loss to the Nuggets, the Pistons shot 48.4% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30.8% of their threes, with 12 makes. Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey led the way with 17 points each, with Cunningham adding 8 assists despite shooting 38.9%.</p> <p>Ivey was efficient, connecting on 77.8% of his shots, including 2 threes at 66.7%. Ron Holland scored all 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Cunningham had 11 of his 17 in the 1st, and added 6 more in the 3rd.</p><p>The Pistons struggled defensively on Saturday, allowing 134 points to the Nuggets, including a 47-point 3rd quarter. Detroit gave up 36 points in the 1st and 31 in the 2nd but managed to hold Denver to 20 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Detroit allowed the Nuggets to shoot 56% from the field, including 48% from three, with Denver hitting 13 threes. The Nuggets also went 29/36 from the free-throw line. The Pistons recorded 26 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and finished with 8 steals and 1 block.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Bulls (-208) will be in Washington to take on the Wizards (+175). The Bulls are favored by 5.5 points and the over/under line is 236.5.</p>

<p>Chicago is 15-18 on the year and 9th in the Eastern Conference. They are 4th in the Central Division and have won two straight games. Washington is 5-25 and 15th in the East. They are 5th in the Southeast Division and have lost two in a row.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 145-127 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Kyle Kuzma finishing with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Chicago Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Bulls improved to 15-18 on the season with a 115-108 road win over the Hornets on Monday. Chicago, favored by four points, covered the spread, while the combined total of 223 points narrowly missed the over/under line of 224.5.</p> <p>Charlotte went on a 13-0 run early, but Chicago responded by outscoring them 37-22 in the 2nd quarter. The Bulls entered the 4th quarter with a 73-71 lead and held on for the win, edging out the Hornets 25-27 in the final period.</p><p>In the Bulls' 115-108 win over the Hornets, Coby White led the way with 23 points, 9 assists, and 10 rebounds, despite shooting just 33.3% from the field. The Bulls shot 37.5% as a team, but connected on 18 threes, hitting at a 30% rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Torrey Craig added 18 points, knocking down 5 threes at a 71.4% clip, while Patrick Williams also hit 5 threes, finishing with 17 points. White scored 8 points in the 4th quarter and added 4 more in overtime, while Craig contributed 5 points in the extra period.</p><p>The Bulls put together a strong defensive performance on Monday, holding the Hornets to 108 points while allowing just 24 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 2nd. Chicago limited Charlotte to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Chicago's defense was particularly effective against the three, as they held the Hornets to just 10 made threes on 23% shooting. The Bulls also recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Washington?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 5-25 on the season after a 126-106 home loss to the Knicks on Monday. Washington entered the game as +13 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 232 points went over the pre-game line of 228.5.</p> <p>Washington led 30-27 after the 1st quarter but were outscored 32-27 in the 2nd and 38-31 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th quarter down 97-88, the Wizards managed just 18 points while allowing 29 to the Knicks.</p><p>In their 126-106 loss to the Knicks, the Wizards shot just 42.4% from the field and 27.9% from three-point range, hitting 12 threes overall. Jonas Valanciunas led the way with 22 points, shooting 76.9% from the floor.</p> <p>Alexandre Sarr and Malcolm Brogdon each added 18 points, with Sarr hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Corey Kispert contributed 16 points, scoring 8 of them in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Wizards struggled defensively, giving up 126 points to the Knicks. Their toughest stretch came in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed 38 points. Washington sent New York to the line 25 times, with the Knicks converting 21 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Wizards allowed 15 threes on 34% shooting. They also gave up 15 offensive rebounds. Defensively, they recorded 6 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

<p>The 76ers are currently on a four-game winning streak and have a record of 13-17. They are 11th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. They are currently +218 on the moneyline and +6.5 on the spread.</p>

<p>The Kings are 14-19 and are 12th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Pacific Division. They are -262 on the moneyline and -6.5 on the spread. This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento and will start at 10:00 ET. It will be televised on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-108 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Philadelphia Win on the Road?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 13-17 on the season with a 125-103 road win over the Trail Blazers on Monday. The 76ers, who were favored by 7 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 228 points went over the 223-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the 76ers went on a 13-0 run, extending the score from 39-38 to 51-39. Philadelphia then took control by outscoring Portland 31-23 in the 2nd quarter and 27-18 in the 3rd, heading into the 4th with a 91-72 lead. They closed the game by outscoring the Blazers 34-31 in the final period.</p><p>Joel Embiid led the 76ers to a win over the Trail Blazers, scoring 37 points and grabbing 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the field. Tyrese Maxey added 23 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9%, while Guerschon Yabusele contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% with 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 57.3% from the field and 45.8% from three, making 11 threes in the game. Embiid scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter, while Maxey added 11 in the 1st, and Kelly Oubre scored 10 of his 15 points in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the 76ers tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 23 and 18 points, respectively, to hold the Trail Blazers to 103 points. Philadelphia's defense excelled at the perimeter, limiting Portland to just 8 made threes on 22% shooting.</p> <p>The 76ers also recorded 12 steals and 3 blocks in the game. They gave up 30 free throw attempts, with the Blazers converting 21. On the boards, Philadelphia secured 24 defensive rebounds while allowing 12 offensive boards.</p><h3>Can the Kings Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Kings improved to 14-19 on the season with a 110-100 win over the Mavericks on Monday. Sacramento was favored by 8.5 points and covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total score of 210 points fell short of the 223.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After falling behind 37-23 in the 1st quarter, the Kings turned things around with a 12-0 run, taking the lead from 44-35 to 47-44. They outscored Dallas 33-23 in the 2nd quarter, 27-17 in the 3rd, and 27-23 in the 4th to secure the win.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox's 33-point performance, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%, led the Kings to a win over the Mavericks. Domantas Sabonis added 17 points and 16 rebounds, while DeMar DeRozan, Trey Lyles, and Malik Monk each contributed 14 points.</p> <p>The Kings struggled from beyond the arc, making just 10 threes at 31.2% and shooting 42% overall. Fox scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Lyles added 6 of his 14 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 37 points in the 1st quarter, the Kings tightened up defensively, allowing just 63 points over the final three quarters to secure a win. Sacramento held Dallas to 23 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters and limited them to 17 in the 3rd. Overall, the Mavericks shot 42% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Kings allowed 12 threes on 38% shooting. Dallas also went to the line 29 times, making 24 free throws. Sacramento controlled the boards, giving up only 2 offensive rebounds while collecting 40 defensive rebounds. They also added 8 steals and 1 block.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Flames? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago, IL. Drake is favored by -6.5 in this Missouri Valley conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 131.5 points.</p><h3>DRAKE BULLDOGS VS UIC FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Credit Union 1 Arena at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will UIC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Drake Win on the Road?</h3><p>Drake improved to 10-0 on the season with a 65-46 win over Belmont on Sunday. The Bulldogs, who were favored by 8.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Drake took control early, leading 39-21 at halftime. The second half was more evenly matched, with Drake outscoring Belmont 26-25. The game’s total points of 111 fell well short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.9%. They hit 56.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes (6/19).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bulldogs shot 73.3%, making 11 of 15 attempts. Bennett Stirtz led the way with 20 points and 4 assists, while Daniel Abreu added 15 points, hitting 3 of 9 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Drake's defense gave up 46 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 47% from the field on 24/51 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18/32 shooting, which is 56%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Drake's defense held their opponent to 6/19 shooting, or 31%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11, shooting 73%. Drake gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Flames Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>UIC improved to 6-4 on the season with a 73-67 win over Illinois State on Sunday. The Flames were +4.5 point underdogs going into the game and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 35-33 at halftime, UIC turned things around in the second half, outscoring Illinois State 40-32. The total points for the game came in just under the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>UIC's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. They hit 47.1% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-17, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 53.8%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Flames connected on 77.3% of their attempts, making 17 of 22. Malachi Poindexter led the team with 20 points, while Sasa Ciani added 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the floor.</p><p>Despite UIC's defense holding their opponent to 67 points, the Flames couldn't capitalize offensively. They shot 39% from the field, connecting on 23 of 58 attempts.</p> <p>UIC found more success inside, hitting 53% of their two-point shots (17/32), but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 6 of 26 threes (23%). They also went 15/21 from the free-throw line, a 71% clip, and gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners wrap up their six-game regular-season series Sunday, August 15, 2021, with the closing contest of a three-game set at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, so here’s the best Blue Jays vs. Mariners betting pick along with the latest odds on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<p>The M’s have won three of their first four encounters with the Blue Jays in 2021 (the middle contest of this series has been excluded from the analysis). They open as slight +115 home dogs for Sunday’s closer, while the Blue Jays are -125 road favorites with a total of 8.5 runs.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>Toronto continues a nine-game road trip</strong></h2>



<p>The Toronto Blue Jays fell to 62-53 on the season following a 3-2 defeat at T-Mobile Park this past Friday. It was their second defeat on the spin, as the Blue Jays split a four-game series at the Los Angeles Angels earlier this week.</p>



<p>Toronto has won 12 of its previous 17 games overall, but the Blue Jays were still three and a half games behind the bottom wild card in the American League on Saturday. In the last couple of weeks, they’ve recorded a solid .260/.324/.449 slash line to go with a 3.85 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP.</p>



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<p>Steven Matz will get the starting call Sunday, and the 30-year-old left-hander is 9-7 with a 4.28 ERA and 1.40 WHIP in 20 starts this season. Matz has been inconsistent for most of the year, and over his previous six starts, the southpaw has registered a 3.45 ERA and a .288 batting average against.</p>



<p>Back in June, Matz had an awful game against the Mariners. It was his first career date with Seattle, and Matz yielded four earned runs on five hits across just 2.2 frames of work.</p>



<h2><strong>Seattle is still alive in the playoff chase</strong></h2>



<p>The Seattle Mariners barely outlasted the Blue Jays in the opener to improve to 62-55 on the season and keep their playoff hopes alive. The M’s are third in the AL West, huge eight games behind the top-seeded Astros, but they are also just four and a half games behind the bottom wild card in the American League.</p>



<p>Seattle has recorded the second-lowest ERA in the majors so far this month (2.36). On the other side of the ball, they are slashing just .238/.310/.367 in August, slugging only 13 homers and 16 doubles through 13 outings.</p>



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<p>Logan Gilbert will take the mound Sunday, and the 24-year-old rookie is 5-3 with a 4.05 ERA and 1.08 WHIP in 15 starts. He’s never met the Blue Jays before, and over his last five starts, the righty has posted a pedestrian 5.11 ERA and a .250 batting average against. Last time out, Gilbert has taken a no-decision in a 5-4 loss to Texas, allowing a pair of earned runs on five hits across six frames of work.</p>



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



<ul><li>12-5 in the last 17 games overall</li></ul>



<p><strong>Seattle:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-4 in the last six games against the AL East</li></ul>



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<p>The Mariners have done a terrific job on the mound in the last two weeks, and I’m expecting to see some regression, especially because it’s the end of the week, and there are some tired arms in their bullpen. Seattle’s relievers have registered a sparkly 2.57 ERA in August, but they’ve also recorded a 4.26 FIP.</p>



<p>The Blue Jays are a much better offensive team than Seattle, so I’m looking for their bats to make the difference. Toronto can count on four guys who all have a OPS+ over 120.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Toronto Blue Jays at -125</strong></p>



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<p>The Blue Jays have a 3.19 ERA and 3.94 FIP in August, so we shouldn’t expect to see a proper high-scoring affair. However, with Steven Matz and Logan Gilbert on the mound, I’m expecting both teams to score a few runs off the rival’s starting pitcher, and with the line at 8.5 runs, I’ll take the over.</p>



<p>T-Mobile Park is one of the most pitcher-friendly ballparks in 2021, but the Blue Jays have a terrifying lineup capable of scoring in double digits on a good day. That’s why Toronto remains my best betting pick here.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 8.5 runs at -125&nbsp;</strong></p>

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Seattle Mariners Odds, Pick, Prediction 8/15/21

<p>Planning on watching today's Pirates and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on PEAC. The over/under for this game is set at 126 points, and Villanova is favored by -8 vs. Seton Hall in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +8</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like Seton Hall at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Seton Hall Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seton Hall fell to 5-6 on the season after a 66-63 loss to Rutgers on Saturday. The Pirates were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it close, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 129, which was under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> 

<p>Seton Hall led 33-27 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the second half while scoring 30. This second-half performance was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Seton Hall managed just 63 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 56.8% shooting on two-pointers, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 26.3% (5/19) of their threes. Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they connected on only 46.2% (6/13) from the line.</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 57.1% (4/7) from three. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 60% of his shots and 66.7% (2/3) from deep, while also grabbing 7 rebounds. Isaiah Coleman contributed 15 points, despite shooting just 35.7% from the field and 25% from three.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense couldn't slow down their opponent in this one, allowing 66 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Pirates gave up 23 field goals on 43 attempts, with their opponent hitting 16 of 30 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall's defense allowed 7 threes on 13 attempts, also at a 53% clip. Their opponent struggled at the free-throw line, though, making just 13 of 28 for 46%. Seton Hall limited second-chance opportunities, giving up only 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Villanova Win at Home?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 7-4 on the season with an 86-72 win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -28.5, the Wildcats didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 152.</p> <p>Villanova led 45-36 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. Though they didn’t dominate as expected, they still secured the win.</p><p>Villanova's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a field goal percentage of 55.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was 63%, thanks in large part to their 76.7% shooting from inside the arc, hitting 23 of 30 two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they connected on 7 of 24 threes, shooting 29.2%, and were efficient at the free-throw line, making 19 of 22 attempts for 86.4%.</p> <p>Eric Dixon and Terrence Brown each scored 27 points, with Dixon shooting 69.2% overall and Brown hitting 42.9% from three. Wooga Poplar added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Jo'el Emanuel and Dylan Jones each made 3 threes, with Emanuel shooting 50% from beyond the arc. Villanova also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists in the win.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 55% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed their opponent to connect on 23 of 30 two-point attempts, a 76% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 7 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws, an 86% clip. Villanova allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seton Hall Pirates vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Golden Panthers face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Panthers are hosting the game at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Louisiana Tech is favored by -7.5 in this Conference USA conference contest against FIU. The game's over/under currently sits at 142.5 points.</p><h3>LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>After winning their last game against New Mexico State, 73-53, Louisiana Tech comes into this game with a 15-6 record. They have won five straight games and have gone 5-1 in Conference USA play. On the road, they have gone 4-6 this season, and their average scoring margin is +1.1 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, Louisiana Tech has been favored in 13 of their 21 games, going 11-2 in those matchups. They are currently favored by 7.5 points against FIU. For the year, they have gone 10-5 in non-conference games, and they have a 2-game road winning streak.</p><p>When looking at Louisiana Tech's ATS record this season, they are 12-6 overall. As the favorite, they have gone 9-4 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-4, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 142.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Louisiana Tech's games this season (137.4). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 125 points.</p><p>The Bulldogs' offense finished with 73 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 75.4 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring was Isaiah Crawford with 25 points. Daniel Batcho also added 12 points for the Bulldogs.</p><p>This season, the Louisiana Tech defense has been impressive, holding the 12th position in the country while permitting an average of 63.2 points per contest. In their previous game vs. New Mexico State, the Aggies finished with a field goal percentage of 37% and a total of 53 points vs. Louisiana Tech.</p><h3>Will the Golden Panthers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>FIU will be looking to snap their three-game losing streak when they take on Louisiana Tech as 7.5-point underdogs. So far this season, the Golden Panthers have gone 6-5 at home compared to 0-9 on the road.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games at home, FIU has gone 6-4. In their most recent game, they lost to Middle Tennessee by a score of 79-61.</p><p>Overall, FIU's ATS record this season is 9-11. At home, the Panthers are 6-5 vs. the spread. In their last three home games, FIU is 3-0 ATS and their last 10 home ATS mark is 6-3. As the underdog, the Panthers are 4-6 vs. the spread this year and their last three underdog ATS record is 1-2.</p><p>FIU's over/under record for the season sits at 10-9-1, and today's over/under line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 148.4. So far, 15 of their games have had a higher over/under line than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 160 points, and their over/under record in their last three games is 2-0-1.</p><p>The FIU offense is coming off a game in which they scored 61 points vs. Middle Tennessee. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.4% while connecting on 7 threes. Arturo Dean led the team in scoring, putting up 16 points. Additionally, Dashon Gittens contributed 11 points for the Golden Panthers.</p><p>So far, the Golden Panthers' defense is ranked 273rd in the country at 77.2 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Middle Tennessee, the Blue Raiders finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 79 points vs. FIU.</p>

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