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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks will travel to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers in an Eastern Central Division matchup. The Cavs are favored by 9 and have a record of 23-4, while the Bucks are 14-11 and have won 3 straight.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and can be seen on NBA TV. The over/under line is set at 223.5.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -9</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:30 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-117 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Milwaukee Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 110-102 win over the Hawks on Saturday, the Bucks improved to 14-11 for the season. Milwaukee, favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread at home. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 233-point O/U line.</p> <p>A key 12-0 run helped the Bucks take control early, but the Hawks fought back, outscoring Milwaukee 34-27 in the 3rd quarter. Entering the 4th quarter down 83-82, the Bucks clamped down defensively, holding Atlanta to 19 points while scoring 28 to seal the win.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to a win over the Hawks, finishing with 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 9 assists while shooting 66.7% from the field. Damian Lillard added 25 points, hitting 5 threes at a 35.7% clip, despite shooting just 38.1% overall.</p> <p>Milwaukee made 14 threes, shooting 31.1% from deep and 45.3% overall. Giannis scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Lillard added 11 in the 3rd. Brook Lopez also contributed 7 of his 16 points in the final period.</p><p>The Bucks' defense came through when it mattered, holding the Hawks to just 19 points in the 4th quarter to secure the win. They also put together a strong 2nd quarter, allowing only 21 points. Overall, Milwaukee gave up 102 points on 42% shooting.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Atlanta to 10 made threes, though the Hawks shot 41% from deep. The Bucks sent the Hawks to the line 34 times, where they hit 22 free throws. Milwaukee controlled the boards, giving up 7 offensive rebounds, and added 8 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Cavaliers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 23-4 on the season after a dominant 130-101 win over the Nets on Monday. Cleveland, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total score of 231 points exceeded the O/U line of 215.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Cleveland took control early, going on a 16-0 run to extend the score from 17-15 to 31-17. They outscored Brooklyn 37-17 in the 1st quarter and 35-23 in the 2nd. While the Nets won the 3rd quarter 37-32, Cleveland entered the 4th with a 104-77 lead and edged out the Nets 26-24 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Nets, the Cavaliers put up 130 points, shooting 53.1% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 40.4% clip. Evan Mobley led the way with 21 points, 10 of which came in the 3rd quarter, and Caris LeVert added 19 points, knocking down 6 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>Donovan Mitchell contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd, while Georges Niang scored 8 of his 17 points in the same quarter. Darius Garland added 11 points, 8 of which came in the opening period.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on a strong defensive performance against the Nets, holding them to 101 points on 42% shooting. Cleveland set the tone early, allowing just 17 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. Even after a 37-point 3rd quarter from Brooklyn, the Cavaliers tightened up in the 4th, giving up only 24 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nets hit 14 threes at a 41% clip. Cleveland sent Brooklyn to the line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws. The Cavaliers also recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Senators and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on NBCS. The Senators are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Blackhawks winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+150)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the road this season, the Senators have gone 7-13-0 and are winners of their last three road games. In games against Eastern Conference opponents, Ottawa has gone 17-14. Overall, the Senators have gone 22-26-2 and are in 8th place in the Atlantic Division and 15th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, Ottawa has gone 13-10-0 and have been favored in 23 of their 50 games. Over their last ten games, the Senators have gone 6-4, and they have won four of their last five games. Ottawa has gone 10-7 against division opponents this year.</p></p><p>On the season, Ottawa has 21 losses by multiple goals and has a puck line record of 23-27. When favored, the Senators have a puck line mark of 9-14, and they have gone 7-3 against the puck line in their last ten games.</p>

<p>So far, Ottawa has an average scoring margin of -0.2 goals per game, and they have gone 4-6 against the puck line in their last ten road games. The Senators have won three straight games against the puck line on the road.</p> <p>This season, Ottawa's games have an average of 7 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.6. The Senators come in with an over/under performance of 28-19-3.</p><p>Ottawa has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>On offense, the Senators are averaging 3.4 goals per game which is 13th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 17th in the league. The Ottawa offense is ranked 22nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 17th in the NHL.</p><p>Ottawa will be looking for a good game from Brady Tkachuk who leads the team in scoring with 25 goals, ranking 20th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Tkachuk has 19 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Blackhawks head into the game ranked 5th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.1 shots per game against Chicago. So far, they are 26th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Anton Forsberg gets the start and has made 16 starts this season. His record at this point is 8-8, and his save percentage is 0.481%.</p><h3>Will the Chicago Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>With a record of 14-37-3, the Blackhawks are currently in 8th place in the Central Division and 16th place in the Western Conference. At home, Chicago has gone 10-14-2 this season and have lost two straight games at the United Center. As the underdog in 52 of their 54 games, the Blackhawks have gone 13-36-3 in games as the underdog and have lost two straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Chicago has gone just 1-9 and have lost their last three games. On the season, the Blackhawks have gone 8-24 against Western Conference opponents and 3-14 against teams in the Central Division. This season, Chicago has been the favorite in just two games and have gone 1-1-0 as the favorite.</p></p><p>Chicago comes into the game with a puck line record of 24-30 and an average scoring margin of -1.5 goals per game. They have gone 4-6 against the puck line in their last ten games and have dropped two straight games vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Blackhawks have gone 15-11 against the puck line at home, and they have an average scoring margin of -.6 goals per game at the United Center. In their 52 games as the underdog, the Blackhawks have gone 24-28 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Chicago's games are averaging 5.6 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.2. The Blackhawks currently have an over/under record of 21-31-2.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Ottawa has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 4 goals per game.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Blackhawks come in averaging 2.1 goals per game this season, which is 32nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 30th in the league. Chicago's offense is currently ranked 32nd in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 22nd in the league.</p><p>The leading scorer for Chicago's offense is Jason Dickinson. Coming into the game he has 16 goals, ranking 86th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Dickinson has 10 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Blackhawks head into the game ranked 5th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.1 shots per game against Chicago. So far, they are 26th in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Petr Mrazek gets the start and has made 35 starts this season. His record at this point is 12-21, and his save percentage is 0.953%.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Betting on today's Blues and Hockey Club game? Catch the action at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Hockey Club hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Central division contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Hockey Club being favored by -1.5 at home against the Blues.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>With the Hockey Club being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 3-2 in favor of the Hockey Club.</li><li>Take the Hockey Club on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blues (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blues Lock in a Win at Salt Lake City?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues moved to 22-20-4 on the season. St. Louis covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p>

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues responded with four unanswered goals. Three different players scored for St. Louis, and Pavel Buchnevich sealed the win with an empty-net goal late in the third period.</p><p>After a scoreless first period, Colton Parayko opened the scoring for the Blues in the second, netting his second and third goals of the season. Jordan Kyrou added his third goal of the year, and Pavel Buchnevich sealed the game with his fourth, coming on an empty net with 39 seconds left.</p> <p>The Blues took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Ryan Suter picked up two assists, bringing his total to three for the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues will look to carry momentum from their previous game, where they allowed just 2 goals to Toronto. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the defense added 3 takeaways and 17 hits. The first goal they allowed came 5:25 into the first period, and the second came at the 6:08 mark of the third.</p><h3>Will the Hockey Club Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 18-19-7 with a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Utah led 2-0 before allowing Vegas to score four unanswered goals. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score reached 7.</p> 

<p>As underdogs on the puck line, Utah failed to cover. Three different players scored for Utah, with their last goal tying the game at 3-3 before the Golden Knights scored the winner in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club's offense tallied three goals in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. Ian Cole netted his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot scored his second goal of the year, tying the game at 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad recorded two assists, bringing his total to two for the season. Utah managed 19 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Utah's defense will need to bounce back after giving up a late goal in their previous game against Vegas. They led 2-0 and 3-3 but conceded the game-winner just 2:15 into overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%, and the defense added 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Utah Hockey Club Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>In a non-conference matchup, the Phoenix Suns (-118) are favored by 1.5 points over the Detroit Pistons (-101). The over/under line is set at 226.5. Tip-off is scheduled for 4:00 ET at Little Caesars Arena.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently 20-20 and 10th in the Western Conference, while Detroit is 21-20 and 8th in the Eastern Conference. The Suns are 4th in the Pacific Division, while the Pistons are 4th in the Central Division.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-109 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Devin Booker finishing with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Suns Have What it Takes in Detroit?</h3><p>The Suns moved to 20-20 this season after a 130-123 road win over the Wizards on Thursday. Phoenix was favored by -11.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, while the game’s total of 253 points exceeded the O/U line of 231.5.</p> <p>Phoenix started strong with an 11-0 run and led 34-21 after the 1st quarter. They extended their lead to 104-83 heading into the 4th quarter but were outscored 40-26 in the final period.</p><p>Devin Booker led the Suns with 37 points in their win over the Wizards, adding 9 points in each of the first three quarters and 10 in the 4th. Kevin Durant contributed 23 points, including 10 in the 3rd quarter, while Grayson Allen added 21 points, with 10 coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Allen hit 5 threes, shooting 71.4% from deep, and the Suns made 16 threes as a team, shooting 48.5% from beyond the arc and 51.8% overall. Ryan Dunn also had a strong performance, scoring 12 of his 18 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 123 points, the Suns managed to secure a win over the Wizards. Their best defensive effort came in the 1st quarter, where they allowed just 21 points, but they struggled in the 4th, giving up 40 points. Overall, Phoenix allowed Washington to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Suns did a solid job defending the three, holding the Wizards to 31% shooting with 13 made threes. They also sent Washington to the line 27 times, where the Wizards hit 18 free throws. Phoenix recorded 10 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Pistons Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 21-20 on the season after a 111-100 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Detroit was +2 point underdogs at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 211, falling short of the 230-point O/U line.</p> <p>Detroit struggled in the 2nd quarter, getting outscored 40-30. They tightened up defensively in the 3rd, winning the quarter 25-23, but couldn’t make up the 11-point deficit in the 4th, as both teams scored 19 points in the final period.</p><p>In their loss to the Pacers, the Pistons shot just 39.6% from the field and connected on only 25% of their three-point attempts, making 9 threes in total. Tim Hardaway Jr. led the way with 25 points, hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% rate, while Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 9 assists despite shooting 33.3% from the floor.</p> <p>Jalen Duren was perfect from the field, finishing with 17 points and 17 rebounds. Hardaway scored 12 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Cunningham put up 9 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Pistons struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, giving up 40 points, which contributed to their 111-100 loss to the Pacers. However, they tightened up in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 23 and 19 points, respectively. Overall, Detroit allowed Indiana to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 13 threes at a 43% clip. The Pistons sent Indiana to the line 22 times, where they made 16 free throws. Detroit recorded 41 defensive rebounds, allowing just 3 offensive boards, and added 7 blocks.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Mean Green and Roadrunners are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Roadrunners will host the game at UTSA Convocation Center in San Antonio, TX. North Texas is favored by -9.5 in this American Athletic conference matchup the against UTSA. The over/under for the game is set at 140.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN VS UTSA ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTSA Roadrunners +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at UTSA Convocation Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTSA ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Roadrunners.</li><li>Not only will UTSA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mean Green Win on the Road?</h3><h3>North Texas Mean Green Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Texas improved to 10-4 on the season with a 69-60 road win over East Carolina on Tuesday. The Mean Green entered the game as 3-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 129, just over the 127.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-27 at halftime, North Texas turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Pirates 42-27 to secure the win.</p><p>North Texas put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 45.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 47.1% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-17 from deep, while hitting 76% of their free throws, making 19-of-25.</p> <p>RJ Felton led the way with 30 points, hitting 6-of-10 from beyond the arc and shooting 52.4% overall. Atin Wright also knocked down 6 threes, shooting 54.5% from long range and finishing with 22 points. Brenen Lorient and C.J. Walker both shot 75% from the field, with Walker adding 3 assists.</p><p>North Texas gave up 60 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 24 of 53 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposition went 16/33, good for 48% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, North Texas allowed 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% success rate. The Mean Green sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they made 4 free throws. North Texas also conceded 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does UTSA Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>UTSA Roadrunners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UTSA improved to 6-8 on the season with a 90-84 win over Rice on Tuesday. The Roadrunners were +4.5 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>UTSA led 51-41 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points reached 174, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>UTSA's offense put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and 41.9% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.4%, and they were nearly perfect at the free-throw line, making 17 of 18 shots for a 94.4% rate.</p> <p>Primo Spears led the Roadrunners with 26 points and 5 assists, despite shooting just 40% from the field and 28.6% from deep. Marcus Millender was efficient, scoring 25 points on 9 of 13 shooting, including 5 of 6 from three-point range. Raekwon Horton added 20 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>The UTSA Roadrunners struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 52% shooting from the field. Their opponents were especially effective inside, hitting 66% of their two-point attempts (16/24).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UTSA allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 22 free throws (73%).</p>

North Texas Mean Green vs UTSA Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Panthers game? Catch the action at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ACCN. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Pittsburgh 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 The Tigers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 14-4 on the season with a 70-59 road win over Georgia Tech on Tuesday, January 14th. The Tigers entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 129 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Clemson matched Georgia Tech’s 34 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Clemson's offense put up 70 points, shooting 44.2% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16-for-20 from the line.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery led the way with 21 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three-point range and shooting 58.3% overall. Ian Schieffelin added 16 points and 6 assists, while Baye Ndongo contributed 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Clemson’s defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Tigers limited damage inside, allowing only 12 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, also at a 35% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson’s opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of their 20 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they managed 14 points, shooting 73% on 19 attempts.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Panthers Chances at Home</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-5 on the season after an 82-70 road loss to Florida State on Wednesday, January 15th. The Panthers, who were -3 favorites going into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Pittsburgh’s defense struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 54 points while scoring 47. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.5% overall, with a 37.1% mark on two-pointers. They connected on 38.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 21 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.6%.</p> <p>The Panthers were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 22 attempts for a 90.9% rate. Jamir Watkins led the team with 26 points and 8 rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 22 points and 5 assists. Malique Ewin contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, and Jorge Diaz Graham hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Despite shooting just 42% from the field, Pittsburgh’s opponent managed to score 82 points. They shot 48% on two-point attempts, making 18 of 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh’s defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 84%.</p>

Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Thunder are favored by 16 points in this non-conference matchup against the Hornets. Oklahoma City is 33-15 and in 2nd place in the Western Conference. Charlotte is 10-36 and in 13th place in the Eastern Conference. The Hornets have lost 5 straight games.</p>

<p>This game will tip off at 8:00 ET and will be played at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The Thunder are -1422 on the moneyline, while the Hornets are +828. The over/under line for the game is 227.5.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +16</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, February 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-108 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.7% and knocking down 10 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Off a Win at Oklahoma City?</h3><p>Today, the Hornets are looking to snap their five-game losing streak as they take on the Thunder. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 13th place with a record of 10-36.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Charlotte has gone 8-34 straight-up and 15-25 against the spread. Today, they are 16-point underdogs and have gone 15-25 ATS on the season.</p>

<p>Charlotte's O/U record for the season is 24-22, and their games have averaged a combined 228.8 points. Today's O/U line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Bulls, the Hornets lost by a score of 117-110. The O/U line for that game was 215, and Charlotte was getting 6 points on the spread.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hornets are 7-22 against other teams in the Eastern Conference and 3-14 against non-conference opponents. On the road, they have an ATS record of 8-15 and are 5-18 straight-up.</p><p>On the season, the Hornets are 28th in the NBA in scoring at 108.6 points per game. When playing on the road, they are averaging 109.0 points per game.</p>

<p>Charlotte is 28th in field goal percentage at 45% and are 27th in two-point field goal percentage. From beyond the arc, they are 20th in three-point shooting at 35%.</p>

<p>When it comes to free throws, the Hornets are last in the NBA in both attempts and makes. On average, they are getting to the line 19.2 times per game and making 15.1 free throws.</p><p>On defense, the Hornets are ranked 25th in the NBA this season. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA scoring average in 60.9% of their games. The Charlotte defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.5% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 50.4% of their field goal attempts vs. Charlotte.</p><h3>Will Oklahoma City Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>In their last game against the Nuggets, the Thunder won by a score of 105-100. The O/U line for that game was 223.5 points. Coming into the game, the Thunder were favored by 6 points.</p>

<p>This season, the Thunder have an O/U record of 25-23 and their games have averaged 233.1 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 227.5 points, and the team has hit the under in their last four games.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City is 31-17 against the spread this season and has failed to cover in three straight games at home. As the favorite, they are 20-12 ATS and have gone 24-8 straight up.</p>

<p>Looking at their Western Conference standings, the Thunder are currently in 2nd place with a record of 33-15. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 21-11 and 12-4 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On average, the Thunder have outscored their opponents by 9.6 points per game at home. Their record at home this season is 18-6. As the favorite, they are 24-8 and have gone 20-12 ATS as the favorite.</p><p>At home, the Thunder are averaging 122.2 points per game (5th) compared to 118.7 on the road (6th). Overall, they are 4th in the NBA in scoring at 120.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City is one of the most efficient teams in the league, shooting 50% from the field (2nd). They are also 2nd in true shooting percentage.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Thunder are 3rd in both three-point percentage (38%) and three-pointers made per game (14th). In terms of pace, they are 12th in the NBA.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Thunder's defense is giving up an average of 112.6 points per contest. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Thunder are forcing 11.6 per game, which is 3rd in the league. They also come into the game sitting 2nd in blocked shots at 6.5 per game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 2/2/24

<p>The Atlanta Hawks head to Boston to take on the Celtics in a 7:00 ET Eastern Conference matchup. The Celtics are favored by 11 and have a record of 29-12, which is good for 2nd in the East. The Hawks are 7th in the East with a record of 21-19 and have won two straight games.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this game is 234.5 and can be seen on NBCS. The Celtics are -590 on the moneyline, while the Hawks are +433. This game will be played at TD Garden.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -11</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-126 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Atlanta Stun the Crowd at TD Garden?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 21-19 on the season with a 110-94 road win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Atlanta entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the 16-point victory. The total score of 204 points fell well short of the 236-point O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment in the game was a 15-0 run by the Hawks, which turned a 28-27 deficit into a 42-28 lead. After outscoring Chicago 34-22 in the 2nd quarter, Atlanta held an 86-78 lead going into the 4th and closed out the game by limiting the Bulls to just 16 points in the final period.</p><p>Keaton Wallace led the Hawks with 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in their win over the Bulls, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 57.1%. Daeqwon Plowden added 19 points, making 5 threes at 83.3% shooting, while Dyson Daniels contributed 18 points and 8 rebounds.</p> <p>The Hawks shot 41% from the field and 30.2% from three, making 13 threes in the game. Wallace scored 11 points in the 2nd quarter, while Onyeka Okongwu added 9 of his 14 points in the same period.</p><p>The Hawks' defense was strong on Wednesday, holding the Bulls to just 94 points. They gave up 25 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing only 22. The 3rd quarter saw the Bulls score 31, but the Hawks clamped down in the 4th, giving up just 16 points.</p> <p>Atlanta did a great job defending the perimeter, holding Chicago to 22% shooting from three, with only 6 made threes. The Hawks also recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Celtics Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Boston improved to 29-12 on the season with a dominant 121-94 win over the Magic on Friday. Playing at home, the Celtics entered the game as -14.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a 27-point victory.</p> <p>Boston took control early, leading 35-28 after the 1st quarter and 66-54 at halftime. They extended their lead to 96-76 by the end of the 3rd quarter and held the Magic to just 18 points in the 4th. The game’s total points of 215 narrowly went over the line of 213.5.</p><p>Jayson Tatum's 30 points and 6 rebounds led the Celtics to a 121-94 win over the Magic, with Tatum scoring 15 points in the 2nd quarter. Kristaps Porzingis added 23 points, including 11 in the 1st quarter, shooting 70% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 60% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaylen Brown contributed 20 points, with 13 coming in the 3rd quarter. The Celtics shot 52.5% from the field and 45.9% from three, making 17 threes overall. Derrick White chipped in 12 points, scoring 7 in the opening period.</p><p>The Celtics put on a defensive clinic against the Magic, holding them to just 94 points. Boston tightened up as the game went on, allowing only 22 points in the 3rd quarter and 18 in the 4th. Overall, the Celtics limited Orlando to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Boston was especially effective at defending the three, where the Magic shot just 15%, making only 5 threes. The Celtics also recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Lakers (+1) will head to Houston to take on the Rockets (-1). This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Toyota Center.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes in as the 9th seed in the West with a record of 24-23. They have won two straight games and currently sit 4th in the Pacific Division. Houston is 11th in the West at 21-24 and 3rd in the Southwest Division.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +1</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-114 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with Anthony Davis points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lakers Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Lakers have won two straight games and are now 24-23 on the season. In the Western Conference, they are currently in 9th place and 4th in the Pacific Division.</p>

<p>On the road, the Lakers are 7-15 straight up and 9-13 against the spread. Their ATS record on the road is 9-13, and they have an average scoring differential of -7.1 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Lakers are 6-14 straight up and 9-11 vs. the spread. Today, they are getting 1 point against the Rockets and are 2-0 vs. the spread as the underdog.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Lakers defeated the Warriors by a score of 145-144. The O/U line for that game was 245.5, and they were 1.5-point underdogs. The Lakers have now covered the spread in two straight games.</p>

<p>This season, the Lakers have an O/U record of 26-21, and the over has hit in their last five games. On average, their games have finished with 232.8 points compared to today's O/U line of 229.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Lakers are 14th in the league at 116 points per game. However, they have been better at home (116.7) than on the road (115.2).</p>

<p>So far, the Lakers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 42.6% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 7th in the league at 49%.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Lakers are 6th in the NBA. They are also 8th in two-point shooting at 55% but are 30th in three-point attempts and 28th in three-point makes.</p><p>On average, the Los Angeles defense is giving up 116.8 points per game (17th). Right now, they are on a 3 game streak of giving up fewer points than their season average. Opponents are hitting 54.0% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 37.9% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>As the Rockets prepare to take on the Lakers, they are favored by 1 point at home. This season, Houston has been favored in 15 of their 45 games and have gone 12-3 in those games. Their ATS record as the favorite is 10-5.</p>

<p>Overall, the Rockets are 24-20 against the spread this season and have covered in their last two games. At home, they are 16-8 ATS, compared to 8-12 ATS on the road.</p>

<p>Houston's O/U record for the season is 21-24, and their games have averaged 225.6 points per game. Today's O/U line of 229 is higher than 40 of their previous games.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Rockets lost to the Nets by a score of 106-104. They were 4-point underdogs going into the game, giving them an ATS win. The game finished with a combined scoring total of 210 points, which was below the O/U line of 221.</p>

<p>The Rockets are currently 11th in the Western Conference with a record of 21-24. In the Southwest Division, they are in 3rd place. Against Western Conference opponents, Houston is 15-11 and 6-13 in non-conference games.</p><p>Heading into their matchup against the Lakers, the Rockets are 21st in the NBA in scoring at 113.3 points per game. At home, they have averaged 114.7 points per game this season.</p>

<p>So far, the Rockets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 40% of their games this season. Overall, they are 26th in field goal percentage at 46%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Rockets are 21st in made threes but are just 27th in three-point shooting percentage at 35%. In terms of pace, Houston is 13th in the league at 99.2 possessions per game.</p><p>Currently, the Rockets' defense holds the 11th rank in the NBA, allowing 112.4 points per game. So far this season, the Rockets' defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 3rd in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 26.6 times per game vs. Houston.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/29/24

<p>The Maple Leafs and Canadiens are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Canadiens will host the game at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. The Maple Leafs come into this Atlantic division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Canadiens to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+119)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are Toronto Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, the Maple Leafs are now 28-16-2. Toronto was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but both teams combined for just 3.</p> <p>The Wild scored first at 9:41 in the opening period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up at 19:08 with a power-play goal from William Nylander. The game remained tied until the Wild scored at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>In their 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, Toronto's offense managed just one goal, which came from William Nylander, his 9th of the season. The Leafs took 28 shots on goal but were held scoreless after Nylander's power-play goal at 19:08 in the first period.</p> <p>Toronto recorded 10 giveaways and had two assists, with Auston Matthews earning his 6th and Mitchell Marner adding his 12th assist on Nylander's goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage. Toronto's defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Can Montreal Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Montreal dropped to 22-18-4 after a 3-1 road loss to the Penguins. The Canadiens, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Penguins took a 2-0 lead before Christian Dvorak scored at 14:28 in the third period, cutting the deficit to 2-1. However, Pittsburgh sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15.</p><p>Montreal's offense was limited to just one goal in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak found the net for the first time this season, scoring at 14:28 in the third period. The Canadiens took 26 shots on goal but couldn’t convert until Dvorak’s late tally.</p> <p>Juraj Slafkovsky picked up his seventh assist of the season, while Emil Heineman added his first assist on Dvorak’s goal. The Canadiens struggled with giveaways, recording 20 in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Canadiens will look to improve after allowing the first two goals in their previous game against the Penguins. They gave up another late in the 3rd, an empty-netter with just 45 seconds left. Goalie Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 15-24 76ers will travel to Indiana to take on the 23-19 Pacers. Philadelphia is currently on a four-game losing streak and is 11th in the Eastern Conference. The Pacers are favored by 8.5 points and are 5th in the East.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 223 points. NBCS will have the TV coverage.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-95 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the 76ers Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The 76ers fell to 15-24 on the season after a 125-119 home loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 244 points exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia got off to a slow start, trailing 30-21 after the 1st quarter and 60-47 at halftime. They rallied in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Knicks 38-25 to tie the game at 85 heading into the 4th, but both teams scored 24 points in the final quarter, leaving the 76ers just short.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the 76ers shot 50% from the field and hit 13 threes at a 37.1% clip. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 33 points, adding 13 in the 3rd quarter and another 12 in the 4th.</p> <p>Paul George contributed 26 points, scoring 11 in the 3rd, while Kelly Oubre added 16 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor. Eric Gordon chipped in 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd and 4th quarters, the 76ers couldn’t overcome their early struggles, allowing 125 points in a loss to the Knicks. Philadelphia gave up 30 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters but tightened up in the 2nd half, holding New York to 25 points in the 3rd and 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>The 76ers allowed the Knicks to shoot 53% from the field, including 43% from beyond the arc, where New York hit 16 threes. Philadelphia also sent the Knicks to the line 24 times, where they converted 17 free throws. The 76ers recorded 8 steals and 2 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can Indiana Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Pacers improved to 23-19 on the season with a 111-100 road win over the Pistons on Thursday. Indiana, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, while the total score of 211 points fell well short of the 230-point O/U line.</p> <p>Indiana took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Detroit 40-30. They entered the 4th quarter with a 92-81 lead, and both teams scored 19 points in the final period.</p><p>Myles Turner hit 8 threes at a 72.7% clip, finishing with 28 points in the Pacers' win over the Pistons. He shot 56.2% from the field, while the team connected on 43.3% of their threes, making 13 overall. Indiana's field goal percentage was 46.1%.</p> <p>Pascal Siakam added 26 points, with 16 coming in the 2nd quarter. Turner scored 11 in the 1st, and Tyrese Haliburton contributed 7 of his 17 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Pacers held the Pistons to 100 points on Thursday, with a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 19 points. Indiana gave up 26 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, holding Detroit to 25 points.</p> <p>Indiana limited the Pistons to 39% shooting from the field, including just 9 made threes on 25% shooting. The Pacers also recorded 13 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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<p>The Flames and Jets are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets will host the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Flames in a Western conference matchup.</p><h3>CALGARY FLAMES VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Jets coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances in Winnipeg</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers dropped them to 21-16-7 this season. The Flames fell behind early, allowing a goal just 20 seconds into the game, and Edmonton added another at 11:48 in the first period.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 6. Calgary, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They managed to tie the game at 2-2 in the third period, but the Oilers responded with two more goals to secure the win.</p><p>Calgary's offense produced 2 goals on 31 shots in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist, and Mikael Backlund recorded his 4th on Mantha’s goal. Kevin Bahl earned his 5th assist on Sharangovich’s goal. The Flames had 22 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames will look to bounce back after giving up the first two goals in their previous game against the Oilers. They also allowed two more late in the 3rd period, including a power-play goal and an empty-netter. Dan Vladar finished with 27 saves and a 90% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 13 hits.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Jets improved to 31-12-3 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> <p>Down 2-0 early, the Jets rallied with seven different players scoring. They took the lead for good with Alex Iafallo’s goal at 15:57 in the third period, and added two empty-netters to seal the victory.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense fired 34 shots on goal and scored 7 times in their 7-4 victory over Tampa Bay. The Jets added two empty-net goals, with Nikolaj Ehlers netting his 9th of the season and Cole Perfetti following with his 4th.</p> <p>Winnipeg had 7 different goal scorers, including Dylan Samberg's 3rd of the year. Alex Iafallo scored his first goal of the season on a power play. The Jets recorded 10 assists, with Josh Morrissey picking up his 13th on Perfetti's empty-netter.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense gave up the first two goals of the game and another late in the 3rd period, but they held Tampa Bay scoreless over the final 6:51 to secure the win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves, finishing with a save percentage of 86.7%.</p>

Calgary Flames vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Wild and Predators face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Predators are hosting the game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Predators are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Predators to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Predators on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-14-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, putting the Wild on the board at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, securing the win with an overtime score at 2:14. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild gave up a late first-period goal with just 52 seconds remaining, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless the rest of the way. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, posting a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Are Nashville Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Predators improved to 15-22-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>All five of Nashville’s goals came from different players. The Avalanche scored first, but Steven Stamkos tied it up at 11:29 in the second period. The Predators then added two empty-net goals to secure the victory.</p><p>Nashville’s offense put 5 goals on the board in their 5-2 victory over the Avalanche. The Predators were held scoreless in the first period but responded with two goals in the second, including Steven Stamkos’s 2nd goal of the season on a power play. Colton Sissons added his first goal of the year, while Roman Josi netted his 1st, also on a power play.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his 7th goal of the season, and Gustav Nyquist added his 4th, both on empty nets. Nashville took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. The Predators had 7 assists, with Nyquist picking up his 4th assist of the year.</p><p>Defensively, the Predators will look to build on their previous performance, where they allowed just two goals to the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. Nashville's defense also contributed 4 takeaways, 23 hits, and 25 blocks. The Predators will aim to tighten up early, as both of Colorado's goals came late in the 2nd and 3rd periods.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blues versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Blues in a Western conference matchup.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, December 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Canucks will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>The Canucks should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Blues Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues are now 13-13-2 this season. The Blues covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total line of 6 goals was a push.</p> 

<p>St. Louis fell behind early, giving up a goal at 5:25 in the first period. They responded with four unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, before the Maple Leafs scored again in the third period.</p><p>Colton Parayko found the net twice in the Blues' 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, with his second goal coming in the 2nd period. He later added his 5th assist of the season on Pavel Buchnevich’s 4th goal, which came on an empty net with just 39 seconds left in the game. Jordan Kyrou also scored, marking his 3rd goal of the season.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Blues netted three goals in the 2nd. They took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>St. Louis gave up the first goal just 5:25 into the first period, but they held Toronto to only one more, which came at 6:08 in the third. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, while the Blues' defense added 3 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>Vancouver improved to 14-8-4 with a 3-2 road win over the Sharks. The Canucks, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Vancouver tied it up with a goal from Pius Suter at 5:19. They took the lead in the third period with a goal from Jake DeBrusk, but the Sharks evened the score again with 1:17 left. Suter scored the game-winner for the Canucks with just 26 seconds remaining.</p><p>Pius Suter led the Canucks’ offense with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. He scored at the 14:41 mark of the second period and netted the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Jake DeBrusk added his 1st goal of the season, which came at 15:38 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but didn’t score in the first period. They found the net once in the second and added two more in the third. The Canucks recorded 25 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Canucks gave up the first goal just 2:37 into the second period and another at 18:43 in the third, but they held the Sharks scoreless otherwise. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/10/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Bruins and Senators game? Catch the action at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, as the Senators hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Senators are favored by -1.5 vs. the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 3:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Bruins to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Bruins on the moneyline (+114)</li><li>The Bruins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Boston Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins improved to 22-19-5. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals went under.</p> <p>Both goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 3:23 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 9:57. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, limiting them to 23 shots.</p><p>Boston's offense got on the board early in their 2-0 win over Seattle, with Justin Brazeau scoring his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed up with his 2nd goal, which came on a power play at the 10:03 mark in the first period.</p> <p>The Bruins took 33 shots on goal, but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and added 4 assists, with Brad Marchand picking up his 7th assist of the season.</p><p>Boston's defense was solid in their last game, allowing 0 goals to the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage. The Bruins' defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Senators?</h3><p>Ottawa improved to 22-19-4 with a 3-0 win over the Kraken. The Senators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> 

<p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette scored first at 14:32 in the opening period, followed by Brady Tkachuk in the second, and Tim Stützle added an empty-netter in the third.</p><p>Ottawa's offense was led by Adam Gaudette, who opened the scoring for the Senators with his 7th goal of the season. Brady Tkachuk followed with his 7th goal as well, while Tim Stützle added his 6th, an empty netter at 17:46 in the third period. Stützle also recorded his 10th assist on Tkachuk’s goal.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and ended the game with 11 giveaways. They scored in each period, with Gaudette’s goal coming at 14:32 in the first, Tkachuk’s at 8:49 in the second, and Stützle’s empty netter at 2:14 in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators were rock solid, shutting out the Kraken 3-0. Goalie Anton Forsberg recorded 22 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Knights game? Catch the action at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL, as the Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on CBSS. Houston come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -11.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON COUGARS VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will UCF pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</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>Is a Win at Orlando Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Houston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars improved to 13-3 on the season with a 70-54 win over the Mountaineers on Wednesday. Houston was favored by 16 points going into the game, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread.</p> 

<p>Houston led 40-27 at halftime and outscored West Virginia 30-27 in the second half. The total points for the game were 124, just under the O/U line of 124.5.</p><p>Houston's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.8%. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while shooting 56% on two-pointers.</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 22 points on 10 of 13 shooting, while L.J. Cryer added 18 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Amani Hansberry contributed 16 points, making 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Houston's strong defensive reputation, they allowed 54 points on 49% shooting from the field in their previous game. The opposing team shot 56% from two-point range, hitting 14 of their 25 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition connected on 11 of 26 threes, good for 42%. They also went to the free-throw line 12 times, making 9 of those attempts. Houston gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will UCF Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>UCF Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCF improved to 12-4 on the season with a 95-89 road win over Arizona State on Tuesday. The Knights entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UCF led 49-47 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half while holding Arizona State to 42. The game’s total points of 184 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>UCF's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, knocking down 12 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81% of their attempts, going 17-for-21.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 40 points and 6 assists, shooting 72.2% overall and 66.7% from three. BJ Freeman added 26 points, hitting 5 of 6 from deep, while Jayden Quaintance contributed 20 points on 72.7% shooting. UCF also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>UCF's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 54% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCF's defense gave up 12 threes on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17 free throws.</p>

Houston Cougars vs UCF Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Rockets (-544) will face the Trail Blazers (+404) in a Western Conference matchup. Houston is favored by 11 points, and the over/under line is set at 224.5.</p>

<p>Portland is currently on a four-game losing streak and sits 13th in the Western Conference. The Rockets are 27-13 overall and rank 2nd in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +11</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-115 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.7% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Rockets dropped to 27-13 on the season after a 132-127 road loss to the Kings on Thursday. Houston entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 259 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 224.5 by 34.5 points.</p> <p>A 10-0 run by Sacramento in the 2nd quarter put the Rockets in a 46-36 hole. Houston battled back, outscoring the Kings 33-29 in the 3rd, but the teams traded 42 points each in the 4th, leaving the Rockets just short of a comeback.</p><p>Jalen Green led the Rockets with 28 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip in their 132-127 loss to the Kings. He scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Alperen Şengün contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, with 11 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter.</p> <p>Amen Thompson also posted a double-double with 20 points and 10 boards, shooting 66.7% from the field. Tari Eason added 16 points, scoring 9 in the 3rd and 7 more in the 4th. The Rockets shot 52.7% from the field and made 12 threes at a 36.4% rate.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort in the 1st and 3rd quarters, the Rockets couldn’t contain the Kings in the 2nd and 4th, giving up 35 and 42 points, respectively, in a 132-127 loss. Houston allowed Sacramento to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Kings hit 14 threes at a 42% clip. The Rockets also sent Sacramento to the line 22 times, where they made 20 free throws. Houston finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 12 offensive boards, while adding 10 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Portland Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Portland’s season struggles continued with a 118-89 loss to the Clippers on Thursday, dropping their record to 13-27. The Blazers were +7 point underdogs at home but failed to cover the spread, losing by 29 points. The total score of 207 points fell short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Portland trailed 32-22 after the 1st quarter and couldn’t gain momentum, scoring just 16 points in the 2nd quarter. An 11-0 run by the Clippers cut the deficit from 62-40 to 62-51, and Portland entered the 4th quarter down 86-66, unable to mount a comeback.</p><p>The Trail Blazers struggled offensively in their 118-89 loss to the Clippers, shooting just 37.4% from the field and 26.5% from three-point range, making only 9 threes. Dalano Banton led Portland with 23 points, hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Scoot Henderson added 16 points, with 9 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Deandre Ayton contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, scoring 8 points in the opening quarter. Banton scored 14 of his 23 points in the 3rd quarter, adding another 7 in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Clippers to 20 points, but they allowed 32 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters and 34 in the 3rd. Overall, Portland gave up 118 points on 56% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Portland limited the Clippers to 10 made threes, but Los Angeles still shot 43% from deep. The Clippers also went 20/27 from the free-throw line. The Trail Blazers finished with 23 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, and added 9 steals.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Bears game? Catch the action at Bank of Colorado Arena in Greeley, CO, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Big Sky conference contest is set at 150 points, with Northern Colorado being favored by -2.5 at home against Weber State.</p><h3>WEBER STATE WILDCATS VS NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Colorado Bears -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bank of Colorado Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Northern Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Weber State Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Through 22 games, Weber State has a record of 13-9, including a 4-5 mark in Big Sky Conference play. As the underdog, the Wildcats are 3-3 this season, and they come into this game as 2.5-point underdogs.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Weber State is 4-6, and over their last 10 games away from home, they have gone 4-6. In their most recent game, the Wildcats defeated Northern Arizona by a score of 72-70.</p><p>As the underdog, Weber State has gone 3-3 vs. the spread this season and 7-3 over their last 10 games as the underdog. However, their ATS mark on the road this year is just 3-7 and they have gone 0-3 vs. the spread in their last three road games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Weber State games sits at 10-7-2. Today's over/under line of 150 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (137.3). In their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 7-2-1.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Weber State offense ended with 72 points against Northern Arizona. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.1% and made 4 threes. Dillon Jones led the scoring for the Wildcats, contributing 26 points. Additionally, Blaise Threatt chipped in with 19 points.</p><p>Weber State's defense has been playing well, ranking 35th nationally, with 65.2 points allowed per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Weber State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 29.4% this season.</p><h3>Will Northern Colorado Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 record at home, Northern Colorado has been a tough team to beat on their home court this season. They have won their last five games at home and have an average scoring margin of +3.4 points per game at home. So far, the Bears have been favored in nine of their 21 games, going 7-2 in those matchups.</p>

<p>After a 21-point victory over Idaho, Northern Colorado will look to keep their momentum going against Weber State. The Bears have a 13-8 record this season and are 5-2 in Big Sky Conference play. So far, they have gone 8-6 in non-conference games.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Northern Colorado has gone just 3-5-1 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is just 2-4-1 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are just 3-6-1.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Northern Colorado games is 13-5 and today's over/under line of 150 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (151.7). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 161 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Northern Colorado offense tallied 89 points in a matchup against Idaho. Their field goal percentage for the game was 57.1%, and they made 11 threes. Saint Thomas is leading the team in scoring at 19.7 points per contest. Dejour Reaves has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 13.8 going into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Bears' defense holds the 286th rank in the nation, allowing 78.2 points per game. So far, the Northern Colorado defense is giving up an average of 7.5 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.9 times per game (472nd).</p>

Weber State Wildcats vs Northern Colorado Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

Tennis is a sport that has been around for more than centuries, and it remains a very popular sport throughout the world. Tennis betting still isn’t as popular as some of the other professional sports that are out there, but there are great betting options available.

There are some massive tennis tournaments that take place throughout the year, and those are known as the major tennis tournaments. Some of those tournaments are going to be taking place in the United States, but they also are taking place throughout the world.

This article is going to explain tennis betting, and will also give you some tips for how to bet tennis. This is always going to be a sport that provides a good betting option, especially during the times of the year in which other events aren’t taking place.

Here is a look at the best tennis sportsbooks that are available in the industry, and there are going to be some great betting options at each spot.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-tennis" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON TENNIS</h2>
Knowing where to bet on tennis is going to be just as important as knowing how to bet on the sport. Every sportsbook is going to have some tennis betting options, but there are some sportsbooks that stand out more than others.

Here are six of the best tennis betting sites &amp; sportsbooks that you should look to use if you want to bet on this sport.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Flyers versus the Hurricanes? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Flyers.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, March 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Hurricanes picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Flyers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Philadelphia Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Flyers have gone 35-26-8, putting them in 3rd place in the Metropolitan Division and 7th in the Eastern Conference. In the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia has gone 16-22 and 8-11 in divisional games.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Flyers have gone 5-5, and they have gone 2-3 over their last five games. On the road, Philadelphia has gone 17-12-5 this season, and they have dropped their last two games away from home.</p></p><p>Philadelphia comes into the game with an average scoring differential of -.1 goals per game. So far, the Flyers have played 48 games as the underdog, and their puck line record as the underdog is 35-13. Overall, the team's puck line record is at 41-28.</p>

<p>In their last ten games, the Flyers have gone 5-5 against the puck line, and their road puck line record for the season is at 26-8. In their last ten road games, Philadelphia has gone 6-4 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, Philadelphia's games have finished with an average of 6 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.1. Overall, the Flyers have an over/under record of 30-36-3.</p><p>Philadelphia has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 4. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Flyers are scoring an 2.9 goals per game this season, ranking 21st in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 2nd in the league. This season, the Flyers are 24-15 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 8-11 record.</p><p>Philadelphia's leading goal scorer is Travis Konecny. So far this season, he has 27 goals, placing him 35th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 31 assists so far.</p><p>Carolina defense takes on the Flyers ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 25.6 shots per game against Carolina. They also are 6th in shutouts, with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Samuel Ersson gets the start and has made 38 starts this season. His record at this point is 20-14, and his save percentage is 0.718%.</p><h3>Can The Hurricanes Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Hurricanes have gone 22-9-4, and they have won four straight games. Overall, Carolina is 43-20-6 and has 92 points, which has them in 4th place in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Metropolitan Division. Against other teams in the East, the Hurricanes have gone 28-11, and they have been favored in 62 of their 69 games.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games, Carolina has gone 8-2, and they have won four straight games when favored. So far this season, the Hurricanes have been favored in 40 of their 62 games and have gone 40-16-6 when favored. In their last three games, Carolina has gone 3-0.</p></p><p>On the season, Carolina has a puck line record of 30-39, which includes going 15-20 at home. Their average scoring margin at home this year is +.8 goals per game. So far, the Hurricanes have 28 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Carolina has gone 7-3 against the puck line in their last ten games, and their puck line record as the favorite is 26-36. In their last three games, the Hurricanes are 2-1 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, Carolina's games have finished with an average of 6.1 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Hurricanes have an over/under record of 29-39-1.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Philadelphia has a 2-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-2, while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Hurricanes have an average of 3.4 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 7th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 3rd in the league. The Hurricanes went 30-17 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 11-1.</p><p>Carolina's leading scorer is Sebastian Aho. So far, he has 27 goals which is 34th in the NHL. Aho also comes into the game with 48 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Hurricanes head into the game ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 25.6 shots per game against Carolina. So far, they are 6th in shutouts, achieving 5 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Pyotr Kochetkov has started 34 games this season. His current record stands at 19-12, and his save percentage is 0.709%.</p>

Philadelphia Flyers vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 3/21/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blue Jackets versus the Rangers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Rangers are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Rangers are expected to take down the Blue Jackets by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Rangers on the moneyline</li><li>The Rangers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Columbus Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 22-17-6 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 9 goals easily surpassed that mark. Columbus, the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> <p>The Blue Jackets managed to score twice, with Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each finding the net. Severson scored at 19:11 in the second period, and Labanc added another goal at 5:24 in the same period.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal in their 7-2 loss to Washington, but only found the net twice. Damon Severson scored his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus registered 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his fifth assist of the season on Labanc's goal, and Zach Aston-Reese notched his second assist.</p><p>Columbus struggled defensively in their previous game, allowing 7 goals on 22 shots from Washington. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but posted a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets’ defense had 10 takeaways and 17 hits, but they gave up the first 5 goals, with the first coming just 56 seconds into the game.</p><h3>Will New York Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Islanders, the Rangers moved above .500, now sitting at 21-20-3. The Rangers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. The Rangers took a 2-0 lead before the Islanders responded, but added two more goals in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net and his 8th on a power play in the second period. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal, shorthanded at 16:16 in the first period. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, while Adam Edstrom found the net for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored 5 times, despite 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry their momentum from the last game, where they gave up just two goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin posted a 94.6% save percentage with 35 saves, and the Rangers' defense added 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goals they allowed came at the 15:22 mark of the 2nd period and with 8 seconds left in the 2nd period.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Vandals and Vikings are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Vikings will host the game at Viking Pavilion in Portland, OR. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Portland State is favored by -3 to win at home against Idaho.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings -3</p><p>This game will be played at Viking Pavilion at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Idaho Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Idaho improved to 5-9 on the season with an 80-67 win over Sacramento State on Thursday. The Vandals, who were favored by 3.5 points, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 147, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> <p>Idaho took control early, leading 42-26 at halftime. While they allowed 41 points in the second half, they scored 38 of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Idaho put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They connected on 38.2% of their threes, hitting 13 of 34 attempts, and were 65.2% from two-point range. At the free-throw line, they shot 84.6%, making 11 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Jacob Holt led the way with 35 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Jack Payne added 23 points, shooting 44.4% from deep, while Kristian Gonzalez contributed 15 points in 19 minutes, hitting 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 18 made field goals on 43 attempts, including 10/24 from two-point range, which is also 41%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 42%, hitting 8 of their 19 three-point attempts. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 23 free throws, good for 71%. Idaho allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Vikings Win at Home?</h3><p>Portland State evened their record at 6-6 with a 64-59 win over Eastern Washington on Thursday. The Vikings, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 29-24 at halftime, Portland State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Eagles 40-30.</p><p>Portland State managed just 64 points in their last game, shooting 38.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. They hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 14 attempts, but struggled inside, shooting 37.5% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Vikings shot 59.3%, making 16 of 27 attempts. They grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Terri Miller Jr. led the team with 16 points and 7 rebounds, while Tre-Vaughn Minott added 13 points and 10 boards, hitting 5 of 6 shots from the field.</p><p>Portland State's defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts, with the other team making 15 of 40 for 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 42%, hitting 6 of 14 threes. Portland State also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 59%.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Redbirds? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at CEFCU Arena in Normal, IL. The odds for this Missouri Valley conference game currently have Illinois State as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 135.5 points.</p><h3>MISSOURI STATE BEARS VS ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CEFCU Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Redbirds.</li><li>Not only will Illinois State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Missouri State comes into this game as the underdog, as they are getting 4.5 points on the road. So far this season, they have gone 5-11 in games where they are the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bears have gone 4-9 this season, and they have lost their last three games away from home. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>Missouri State has an overall ATS record of 13-14-1 this season. On the road, they are just 4-8-1 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Bears have gone 6-9-1 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 3 road games, Missouri State is 0-3 ATS and they are 0-3 ATS in their last 3 games as the underdog.</p><p>Missouri State's over/under record this season is 15-13 and the average scoring total in their games is 144.3 points. Today's over/under line of 135.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (142.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 158 points and their over/under record during this span is 3-0. So far, 19 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line.</p><p>The Missouri State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 78 points vs. Belmont. Overall their field goal percentage was 49.2% while connecting on 7 threes. The team's scoring leader is Alston Mason, who holds an average of 18 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Donovan Clay is averaging 12.7 points per game this season.</p><p>The Bears' defense is presently ranked 190th nationally, allowing an average of 72.7 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Belmont, the Bruins finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 93 points vs. Missouri State.</p><h3>Does Illinois State Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Illinois State will be looking to bounce back from a 48-45 loss to Bradley in their last game. They have gone 5-5 in their last 10 home games and are 9-6 at home this season. As the favorite, the Redbirds are 7-5.</p>

<p>Overall, Illinois State is 14-15, including an 8-10 record in conference play. They have gone 6-5 in non-conference games. For the season, their average scoring margin is +1.3 points per game.</p><p>Illinois State's overall ATS record this season is .500 at 14-14. At home, the Redbirds are 8-7 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Illinois State has gone 6-4 ATS.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Illinois State's games this season (139). So far, 17 of their games have finished with less points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 66.5 points per game, the Illinois State had a below average performance. They scored 45 points against Bradley and had a field goal percentage of 28.3%. Myles Foster is leading the team in scoring at 12 points per contest. Darius Burford has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 13.2 going into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Illinois State defense is giving up an average of 67.5 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Illinois State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.9% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.0% this season.</p>

Missouri State Bears vs Illinois State Redbirds Betting Pick & Prediction 2/28/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Penguins and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Capitals picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Pittsburgh Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Penguins moved closer to .500 with a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, improving their record to 19-20-8. Pittsburgh entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites and covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, including one in the first period at 4:03. The Canadiens scored in the third period to cut the lead to 2-1, but Blake Lizotte sealed the win with an empty-net goal at 19:15 in the third.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins with two goals in their 3-1 win over Montreal. He opened the scoring at 4:03 in the first period and added his fifth goal of the season on a power play at 1:20 in the second. Blake Lizotte netted his second goal of the year on an empty net with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Lars Eller picked up his third assist on Lizotte's empty-netter, while Kris Letang earned his third assist of the season on Crosby's power-play goal. Erik Karlsson added his seventh assist of the year.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Penguins will look to carry over their performance from the previous game, where they allowed just one goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves, posting a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Washington?</h3><p>Following a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals now sit at 30-10-5. Washington took the lead with two goals in the first period, but Carolina responded with four unanswered goals to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number. The Capitals, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of Washington’s goals came in the first period, but they couldn’t find the net again, while the Hurricanes scored their final goal with just 9 seconds left.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd in a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period.</p> <p>Washington committed 15 giveaways and scored their second goal just 11 seconds before the end of the first period. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome added his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Despite taking a 2-1 lead into the first intermission, the Capitals' defense struggled in their last game, allowing three unanswered goals—two in the second period and one more in the third. The final goal was an empty-netter with just 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but Washington's defense faced heavy pressure, with 44 shots on goal against them. They also recorded 2 takeaways, 20 hits, and 16 blocks.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Terriers and Black Knights game? Catch the action at Christl Arena in West Point, NY, as the Black Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 133.5 points, and Army is favored by -1.5 vs. Boston in a Patriot League conference matchup.</p><h3>BOSTON TERRIERS VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Army Black Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Christl Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Black Knights.</li><li>Not only will Army pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Terriers Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Boston Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston improved to 8-9 on the season with a 63-58 win over Lehigh on Wednesday. The Terriers, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Boston led 33-20 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>In their recent game, the Boston Terriers put up 63 points, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56%. They connected on 9 of 24 three-point attempts, hitting 37.5% from deep, while their free-throw shooting was a struggle at 53.3% (8/15). The Terriers grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and recorded 10 assists in the contest.</p> <p>Tyler Whitney-Sidney led the way with 20 points, despite going 0 for 4 from three-point range. Kyrone Alexander added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc, while Michael McNair contributed 15 points, making 2 of 6 from three. Miles Brewster chipped in 11 points, though he missed both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Boston's defense gave up 58 points in their last game, allowing the opponent to shoot 46% from the field with 23 made baskets on 50 attempts. From two-point range, the opposing team hit 14 of 26 shots, good for 53%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston's opponent connected on 9 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 37%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 8, shooting 53%. Boston allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Black Knights?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army improved to 7-8 on the season with a 70-68 win over Lafayette on Wednesday. The Black Knights, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 138 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>Army turned things around after trailing 35-26 at halftime, outscoring Lafayette 44-33 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Rucker led the way with 29 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 3-of-7 from beyond the arc, in Army's recent game, where they scored 70 points. Justin Vander Baan contributed 17 points, hitting 8-of-13 from the field, while Ryan Curry added 14 points, connecting on 4-of-9 threes.</p> <p>As a team, Army shot 48.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They hit 38.5% of their three-point attempts, going 10-of-26, and made 6-of-10 free throws. The Black Knights recorded 12 assists and 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Army's defense gave up 68 points, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 27 field goals on 56 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team hit 10 threes on 26 attempts, shooting 38%. Army also sent them to the line 10 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p>

Boston Terriers vs Army Black Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Musketeers and Huskies. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Huskies at XL Center in Hartford, CT. Get ready to place your bets! This Big East conference matchup has an over/under of 148 points, and Connecticut is favored to win by -11 at home vs. Xavier.</p><h3>XAVIER MUSKETEERS VS CONNECTICUT HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +11</p><p>This game will be played at XL Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Even though we have Connecticut winning straight-up, we like Xavier at +11.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Musketeers Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Through 19 games, Xavier has a record of 10-9. In Big East play, the Musketeers are 4-4, and in non-conference games, they are 6-5. As the underdog, Xavier is just 2-6 this season.</p>

<p>On the road, the Musketeers have gone 2-5, and their average scoring margin is -0.1 points per game. In their last game, Xavier fell to Creighton, 85-78.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Xavier has an impressive ATS record of 6-1-1. On the road, the Musketeers are 5-2 vs. the spread and have gone 3-0 ATS in their last three road games. Overall, Xavier has an ATS mark of 12-6-1 this year.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 148 is similar to the average over/under line in Xavier's games this year (147.8). So far, the over/under record for the Musketeers is 10-9. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 167 points and their over/under record for their last three games is 3-0.</p><p>The Musketeers' offense wrapped up their last game with 78 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 76.8 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Quincy Olivari, who enters today's matchup with an average of 17.9, while Desmond Claude also carries a PPG average of 16.2 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Musketeers' defense is nationally ranked 157th, allowing 71.7 points per game. Xavier's three-point defense is currently 125th in the country at 7.2 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.0% of their shots vs. Xavier.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Connecticut enters this game with a record of 17-2, including a perfect 12-0 mark at home. The Huskies have won seven straight games and are 7-1 in Big East play.</p>

<p>So far this season, Connecticut has been favored in 18 of their 19 games, going 17-1 in those contests. Their average scoring margin at home is +24.7 points per game.</p><p>Overall, UConn has an ATS record of 10-8-1 this season. At home, the Huskies have gone 7-5 vs. the spread. Over their last three home games, UConn has a 2-1 ATS mark, while their ATS record as the favorite over their last three games is 1-2.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 148 for the Connecticut Huskies' game against Xavier is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (146). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 129 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Connecticut offense tallied 66 points in a matchup against Villanova. Their field goal percentage for the game was 40.8%, and they made 8 threes. Offensively, the Huskies hold a season-long field goal percentage of 49%, placing them 35th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 155th in terms of percentage and 78th in three-pointers made.</p><p>In the current season, the Connecticut defense has excelled, sitting 34th in the nation by allowing 64.6 points per game. The Connecticut defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 65 points and allowed Villanova to connect on 7 threes.</p>

Xavier Musketeers vs Connecticut Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction 1/28/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Greyhounds and Eagles face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Physical Education Complex in Baltimore, MD. Loyola Maryland is favored by -6 in this non-conference contest against Coppin State. The game's over/under currently sits at 131.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS COPPIN STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coppin State Eagles +6</p><p>This game will be played at Physical Education Complex at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COPPIN STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Coppin State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</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 Loyola Maryland Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Loyola Maryland improved to 3-2 on the season with a 70-67 win over VMI on Tuesday. The Greyhounds were -4.5 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Loyola Maryland turned things around in the 2nd half after trailing 42-30 at halftime. They held VMI to just 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40 points of their own to complete the comeback.</p><p>Loyola Maryland's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 38.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 29 attempts for a 20.7% three-point shooting percentage, while their effective field goal percentage was 43.3%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 12 of 15 attempts, good for 80%.</p> <p>Milos Ilic led the way with 28 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Rickey Bradley Jr. added 22 points, hitting 4 of 5 from three-point range, and TJ Johnson contributed 18 points, making 3 of 8 from deep. The Greyhounds also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Loyola Maryland's defense held their opponent to just 38% shooting from the field. The Greyhounds allowed 26 made field goals on 67 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Loyola Maryland limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 29 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Eagles Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Coppin State Eagles Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Eagles faced a tough challenge on Tuesday, November 26th, as they went on the road to take on Saint Joseph's. Coppin State entered the game as +30 point underdogs and while they lost 83-54, they managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 137, just under the O/U line of 142.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-26 at halftime, the Eagles scored 28 points in the 2nd half but allowed 41, leading to the final score.</p><p>Coppin State's offense struggled in their latest game, putting up just 54 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.9%, and they hit only 4 of 15 attempts from beyond the arc, shooting 26.7% from three-point range.</p> <p>Erik Reynolds II led the team with 18 points, despite shooting 25% from three (3/12). Peter Oduro added 16 points and 10 rebounds, while Dasear Haskins contributed 15 points, hitting 3 of 5 threes and shooting 75% overall (6/8).</p><p>Despite giving up 83 points, Coppin State's defense did manage to limit their opponent's three-point shooting, holding them to just 29% from beyond the arc on 11/37 shooting. However, they struggled to contain the two-point game, allowing 31 field goals overall on 49% shooting.</p> <p>The Eagles also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 attempts for 76%. On the boards, Coppin State allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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