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<p>Planning on watching today's Broncos and Spartans game? Catch the action at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on BTN. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Michigan State is favored by -27.5 against Western Michigan in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Western Michigan at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Western Michigan Shock Everyone at Breslin Center?</h3><h3>Western Michigan Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Michigan fell to 2-8 on the season after a 76-73 home loss to Valparaiso on Friday, December 20th. The Broncos, who were -1.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points in the game were 149, just under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Western Michigan led 42-26 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring only 31. This collapse in the 2nd half was a major factor in their loss.</p><p>Western Michigan put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, with a strong 54% shooting from two-point range. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Cooper Schwieger led the way with 19 points, shooting 77.8% overall. Chansey Willis Jr. contributed 16 points and 7 assists, while Owen Lobsinger added 14 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts. The Broncos also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 27/50 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan held their opponent to 22% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 18 attempts. The other team also struggled from the free-throw line, hitting only 7 of 14 attempts.</p><h3>Can Michigan State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Michigan State improved to 10-2 on the season with an 86-69 win over Florida Atlantic on Saturday. The Spartans, who were -13.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>After leading 42-29 at halftime, Michigan State scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 155 fell just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p><p>Michigan State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.7%. They hit 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 for 80%.</p> <p>Tre Carroll led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field and 2 of 3 from deep. Coen Carr added 17 points and 8 boards, hitting 7 of 9 shots, including his only three-point attempt. Jeremy Fears Jr. dished out 8 assists to go with 13 points.</p><p>Michigan State's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 23 two-point baskets on 48 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Spartans' defense saw the other team hit 8 of 21 shots, a 38% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 attempts, shooting 80%. Michigan State gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Shockers game? Catch the action at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS, as the Shockers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Wichita State is favored by -8 vs. Northern Iowa.</p><h3>NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +8</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Even though we have Wichita State winning straight-up, we like Northern Iowa at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Northern Iowa Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Northern Iowa Panthers Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Northern Iowa fell 80-60 to UC Irvine on Sunday, November 10th, in a home game where they were -3.5 favorites. The Panthers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the O/U line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-38 at halftime, Northern Iowa struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 22 points while allowing 35.</p><p>Northern Iowa struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and finishing with 60 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they connected on 41.2% of their threes, going 7-for-17 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they hit only 53.8%, making 7 of 13 attempts.</p> <p>Bent Leuchten led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Jacob Hutson and Justin Hohn each added 13 points, with Hutson hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Devin Tillis and Andre Henry both shot 62.5%, contributing 11 points apiece.</p><p>Despite Northern Iowa's defensive efforts, they allowed 80 points while holding the opposing team to 39% shooting from the field. The Panthers limited their opponent to 39% on two-point attempts, with 16 made baskets on 41 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 7, shooting 53%. The Panthers allowed 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Shockers?</h3><p>Wichita State opened their season with a convincing 89-69 win over Montana State on Saturday. The Shockers, playing at home, entered the game as 10-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> <p>Wichita State jumped out to a 46-31 lead by halftime and maintained control in the second half, scoring 43 points while allowing 38.</p><p>Wichita State put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 52.5% from the field. They were dominant inside, hitting 59.2% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from deep, going just 3-for-12 (25%) from three-point range.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Shockers were efficient, making 22 of 26 attempts (84.6%). Justin Hill led the team with 17 points and 5 assists, while Corey Washington and Harlond Beverly each added 14 points.</p><p>Despite Wichita State's defensive struggles, allowing 69 points on 52% shooting, they managed to limit their opponent's three-point production, holding them to just 3 made threes on 12 attempts (25%).</p> <p>Wichita State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 22 attempts (84%). The Shockers gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Northern Iowa Panthers vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

<p>The Pirates and Diamondbacks are set to square off in an NL matchup at 9:40 PM ET at Chase Field in Phoenix. The money line odds have the Diamondbacks favored at -175, while the Pirates are sitting at +144. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>Friday's matchup features Luis L. Ortiz for the Pirates and Zac Gallen for the Diamondbacks. Pittsburgh comes in with a record of 52-50, while the Diamondbacks are 53-50. Arizona is currently on a two-game winning streak, and they are 3rd in the NL West. The Pirates are 3rd in the NL Central.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline -175</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Friday, July 26th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PIRATES VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Pirates to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>The Pirates's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Cardinals, closing out their series with a 5-0 win. After allowing the Cardinals to score just one run in the top of the first, the Pirates responded with four runs of their own. Pittsburgh went on to add another run in the 2nd inning.</p>

<p>Martin Perez put together a good start for the Pirates, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just two walks and struck out two. Rowdy Tellez was hot at the plate, going 2/3 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Pittsburgh is on the road today to take on the Diamondbacks with an overall record of 52-50. The Pirates are 3rd in the NL Central, trailing the Brewers by seven games. They were able to pick up a game on the Cardinals in the division during their last series, where they took two of three games.</p>

<p>So far, the Pirates have gone 17-15 against their NL Central opponents. They have been playing well lately, going 8-2 over their last 10 games. As the road underdog, the Pirates are 17-18 this year, and they have won four straight games on the road overall.</p><p>The Pirates are 56-46 against the run line this season, including a 30-20 mark on the road. They have covered the run line in three straight road games and are 41-19 as underdogs. Pittsburgh's average run differential in wins is +3.3, while it's -3.6 in losses.</p>The Pirates are on the road against the Diamondbacks today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. Pittsburgh has played to an average of 8.3 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 46-55. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Pirates have a record of 19-13, and 18.6% of their games have had higher lines. Their current under streak is at 5 games.<p>Luis L. Ortiz has made 26 appearances this year and has a record of 5-2 with an ERA of 2.57. So far, he has made three quality starts and is coming off a game in which he didn't allow a run. In that outing vs. the Phillies, he went seven innings and gave up just two hits. Ortiz has been solid at home, with a record of 2-1 and an ERA of 3.43. On the road, he is 3-1 with a 3.35 ERA. Opponents are batting .223 vs. Ortiz this year.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 21st in the majors. They have been slightly better on the road, averaging 4.4 runs per game. As a team, the Pirates are batting just .232, and their on-base percentage of .300 is also near the bottom of the league. Pittsburgh's team OPS of .669 is 23rd in the MLB.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds has been the Pirates' top hitter this season, batting .288 with a team-high 18 home runs. He is also 15th in the league with 61 RBIs. Over his last six games, Oneil Cruz has gone 7/23 with a homer and seven RBIs. Nick Gonzales comes into the game on a seven-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Ketel Marte and the Diamondbacks are coming off a big 8-6 win over the Royals to close out their series. Marte went 2/4 with three RBIs and a homer. The Diamondbacks really broke things open with a five-run 9th inning. Looking at the betting lines going into the game, the Diamondbacks were the slight underdog at +108.</p>

<p>Ryne Nelson got the start for the Diamondbacks, going six innings and giving up four runs on nine hits. He only had two strikeouts in the outing and took the loss.</p><p>Arizona will host the Pirates with an overall record of 53-50, and they have won two straight games. In the NL West, the Diamondbacks are 8.5 games behind the Dodgers and are 3rd in the division standings. So far, they have gone 19-14 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>As the home team, the Diamondbacks are 26-24 this year, and they have gone 27-26 on the road. Arizona has been good as the favorite this year, putting up a mark of 26-19. When coming in as the underdog, they are 27-31 this season. The Diamondbacks have an overall series record of 16-13-4 and have won three straight series overall and four straight series on the road.</p><p>When the Diamondbacks win, they win big, with an average run margin of 4.2 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -4.0 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 54-49, and they are 31-22 against the run line on the road. As the favorite, they are just 19-26 against the run line, but as the underdog, they are 35-23.</p><p>The Arizona Diamondbacks are home today against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Diamondbacks have played to a combined run average of 9.7 runs per game this season, and their overall over/under record is 54-46. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, their record is 19-13. Overall, 39.8% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Zac Gallen will be looking to build off his last outing, where he didn't give up a run. Against the Cubs on July 20th, he picked up the win, going five innings and giving up just three hits. Looking at his overall numbers, Gallen has made 16 starts and has a record of 7-5. His ERA for the season is 3.64, along with a WHIP of 1.25. Opposing batters are hitting .237 off Gallen this season. The right-hander has made seven quality starts this year and is averaging 8.82 strikeouts per nine innings. For the season, he has allowed eight homers and is averaging 2.98 walks per nine innings.</p>
<p>So far this season, the Diamondbacks offense has been one of the league's best, averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 3rd in the MLB. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. Arizona comes into the game with a team batting average of .252, which is 7th in the league, and they are also near the top of the league in on-base percentage and slugging.</p>

<p>Christian Walker and Ketel Marte have been the team's top power threats this season, with Walker leading the team with 23 homers and Marte right behind him at 22. Marte has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 6/19 in his last five games, with three homers and seven RBIs. Marte also comes into the game on a three-game hitting streak.</p>

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 7/26/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-146) will take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+120) in a Western Southwest division matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 3 points and have a record of 22-18, while the Pelicans are 9-32 and have lost two straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans and can be seen on Gulf TV. The over/under line for this game is 225 points.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +3</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-112 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Dallas Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks fell to 22-18 on the season after a 118-99 home loss to the Nuggets on Tuesday. Dallas, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 217 points was well below the pre-game total of 235.</p> <p>Denver took control early, outscoring Dallas 36-21 in the 1st quarter and 35-24 in the 2nd. A 12-0 run by the Mavs brought them closer, but they couldn’t sustain the momentum. Although Dallas outscored Denver 32-27 in the 4th quarter, it wasn’t enough to overcome the 91-67 deficit they faced going into the final period.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Nuggets, the Mavericks struggled offensively, shooting just 42.2% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 28.1% clip. Daniel Gafford led the team with 13 points, scoring 6 in the 1st quarter and 7 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Naji Marshall and Kyrie Irving each added 11 points, with Marshall scoring 9 in the 4th. Irving shot just 22.2% from the field, contributing 5 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks struggled in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 71 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20. Overall, they allowed 118 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Dallas allowed Denver to hit 13 threes at a 44% clip. The Nuggets also went 19/22 from the free-throw line. The Mavericks finished with 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 9-32 on the season with a 119-113 win over the Bulls on Tuesday. New Orleans, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 232 fell short of the 243.5 O/U line.</p> <p>New Orleans went on an 11-0 run in the 4th quarter, extending their lead from 33-27 to 44-27. They outscored Chicago 33-27 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Pelicans managed to put up 119 points in their win over the Bulls, despite shooting just 43.8% from the field and 28% from three-point range. They made 14 threes in the game, with Dejounte Murray hitting 4 of them, despite shooting just 28.6% overall.</p> <p>Trey Murphy led the way with 32 points, scoring 11 of those in the 3rd quarter. Zion Williamson added 21 points, with 9 coming in the opening period. Jose Alvarado also came up big, scoring all 12 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough start, allowing 33 points in the 1st quarter, the Pelicans tightened up their defense, giving up just 27 points in each of the final two quarters to help secure the win. They held the Bulls to 44% shooting overall.</p> <p>New Orleans did a solid job defending the three, with Chicago hitting 14 threes on 32% shooting. The Pelicans also sent the Bulls to the line just 12 times, where they made 9 free throws. Defensively, the Pelicans recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 10:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (14-26) will travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (21-17) in a non-conference matchup. The Clippers (-994) are favored by 14.5 points over the Nets (+648). The over/under line for this game is 212.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, and it will be shown on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers -14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-86 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nets Win in Inglewood?</h3><p>The Nets improved to 14-26 on the season with a 132-114 win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, Brooklyn not only pulled off the upset but did so convincingly, winning by 18 points. The total score of 246 points easily surpassed the pre-game O/U line of 219.5.</p> <p>A pivotal 13-0 run early in the game helped the Nets take control, turning a 36-30 deficit into a 43-36 lead. After a 31-26 2nd quarter in favor of Portland, Brooklyn responded by outscoring the Blazers 32-27 in the 3rd and 34-26 in the 4th.</p><p>The Nets put up 132 points in their win over the Trail Blazers, shooting 54.4% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 46.3% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 24 points, while Noah Clowney and Keon Johnson each added 20.</p> <p>Clowney knocked down 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep, and Keon Johnson hit 3 threes at 50%. Clowney scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, and D'Angelo Russell added 7 of his 13 points in the final period.</p><p>Even with a rough start, the Nets' defense tightened up in the 2nd half, giving up just 27 points in the 3rd quarter and 26 in the 4th, helping them secure the win. Overall, they allowed 114 points on 45% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn struggled to defend the perimeter, as the Trail Blazers hit 17 threes at a 44% clip. The Nets sent Portland to the line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws. Defensively, the Nets recorded 11 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Clippers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 21-17 on the season with a 109-98 win over the Heat on Monday. Playing at home, Los Angeles covered the -8.5 point spread, while the game’s total of 207 points fell short of the 216.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 35-28 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers’ defense tightened up, holding Miami to 13 points in the 2nd. An 11-0 run helped them take control, and they outscored the Heat 36-20 in the 3rd quarter. Both teams scored 30 points in the 4th, but the Clippers had already built a 79-68 lead heading into the final period.</p><p>Norman Powell and James Harden combined for 11 three-pointers in the Clippers' win over the Heat, with Powell hitting 5 at a 62.5% rate and Harden connecting on 6 at 60%. Powell finished with 29 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd and 4th quarters, while Harden added 26 points, including 13 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Ivica Zubac contributed 21 points and 20 rebounds, shooting 76.9% from the field. The Clippers made 13 threes as a team, shooting 36.1% from beyond the arc and 48.4% overall.</p><p>Despite a rough 1st quarter where they gave up 35 points, the Clippers’ defense tightened up, allowing just 13 points in the 2nd quarter and 20 in the 3rd, helping them secure a win over the Heat. Overall, they held Miami to 98 points on 38% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat hit 17 threes at a 32% clip. The Clippers sent Miami to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws. Los Angeles also recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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<p>From Yankee Stadium in New York, we have the Dodgers and Yankees facing off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for Friday's matchup is set for 7:05 PM ET. SNLA will be televising this one, and the Dodgers are the slight money line favorite (-124).</p>

<p>The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and Cody Poteet will be starting for the Yankees. They are 45-19 and have won eight straight. The Dodgers are 1st in the NL West with a record of 39-25. Yoshinobu Yamamoto is slated to start for the Dodgers.</p><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Yankees Moneyline +103</p><p>This game will be played at Yankee Stadium at 7:05 ET on Friday, June 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS YANKEES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Yankees winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Yankees to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles closed out their series vs. the Pirates with an 11-7 win on the road. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -178. It was a four-run 1st inning that really got the Dodgers going, and the Pirates could only score one run in the 2nd, so Los Angeles's lead was never really in danger. The Dodgers added another six runs in the 5th to put things out of reach. Going into the game, the Pirates were at +162 on the money line.</p>

<p>Walker Buehler got the start for the Dodgers, going three innings and giving up three earned runs on seven hits. He only had three strikeouts in the outing and took the win. Teoscar Hernandez was hot at the plate, going 3/5 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Los Angeles is 39-25 overall, putting them 1st in the NL West. They hold an 8.0 game lead over the Padres for the division lead. The Dodgers will be on the road today, facing the Yankees, and they are 13-10 against other teams in the NL West.</p>

<p>The Dodgers are 21-12 at home compared to an 18-13 mark on the road. This season, Los Angeles has really taken advantage of being the favorite, going 38-22. As the underdog, the Dodgers are just 1-3 this year. Their overall series record is 13-9, but they dropped their most recent series vs. the Pirates.</p><p>When the Dodgers are on the road, they have a run line record of 17-14, with an average run margin of 1.5 runs per game. As the favorite, they are 32-28 against the run line, but as the underdog, they are just 1-3.</p><p>Los Angeles is on the road against the New York Yankees today. The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, which is exactly the combined run average for Dodgers games this season. Their over/under record is 32-32, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, they are 18-11. Overall, 25% of their games have had higher lines than 8.5 runs, and their current over streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start for the Dodgers today as he faces the Yankees on the road. He has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 6-2 with an ERA of 3.32. Yamamoto's WHIP for the season is currently 1.12. In his 12 appearances, he has turned in six quality starts and is averaging 10.52 strikeouts per nine innings. Looking back at his last outing, Yamamoto picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one earned run on seven hits. Before that, he had given up at least two homers in three straight outings.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been the Dodgers' top power threat this season, as his 15 homers are 6th in the league and the best mark on the team. Ohtani is also hitting .318 for the season and has driven in 40 runs, which is 12th in the MLB. Mookie Betts is hitting .312 for the Dodgers but has struggled of late, going just 3/24 in his last six games.</p>

<p>Over the past six games, Andy Pages has been on fire for the Dodgers, going 9/17 with a homer. Freddie Freeman has also been swinging the bat well, going 7/22 with two homers in this stretch. Freeman is also on a five-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Yankees Records & Stats</h3><p>Trent Grisham had only one hit in the Yankees' 8-5 win over the Twins, but it was a big one. He hit a three-run homer in the 2nd inning to give the Yankees the lead. New York added another two runs in the 2nd to go up 4-0. The Twins scored one run in the 3rd and added three more in the 5th to tie things up. Going into the game, the Yankees were favored at -149 at home.</p>

<p>Marcus Stroman started for the Yankees, going 4 2/3 innings, and took the no-dejson. He did struggle on the mound, giving up five earned runs on six hits and issuing two walks. Luke Weaver got the win out of the bullpen, and Clay Holmes picked up the save.</p><p>With an overall record of 45-19, the Yankees lead the AL East by 4.5 games over the Orioles. The Yankees are currently on an eight-game winning streak, which includes a three-game sweep of the Twins in their most recent series. This season, they are just .500 in the AL East at 8-8.</p>

<p>At home, the Yankees have gone 21-8 this season, and they are 24-11 on the road. New York has been really good in day games this season, going 18-7. So far, they have been really good in series, putting together a record of 16-2-2. As the underdog, the Yankees have gone 11-4 this season, and they are 34-15 as the favorite.</p><p>At home, the Yankees have been a solid run line bet, going 16-13. They have a run line record of 38-26 overall, with an average run margin of 1.8 runs per game. They have been the underdog in 15 games this season, going 12-3 on the run line. The Yankees have covered the run line in five straight games at home and four straight as the underdog.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 8.5 runs is slightly higher than the New York Yankees' season average of 8.2 runs per game. The Yankees have played 62 games this season, and 11 of them have had over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs. Their over/under record for the season is 29-33, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 16-11. The over has hit in each of their last two games.</p><p>Cody Poteet is getting the start for the Yankees at home against the Dodgers. Poteet has picked up a win in each of his first two starts of the season, and in his last outing, he went 5 innings and gave up 3 runs on 3 hits, including 1 home run.</p><p>The Yankees come into the game with the league's 4th best scoring offense, averaging 5 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.1 runs per contest. New York has been one of the best home run hitting teams in the league this season and are also near the top of the league in terms of team slugging percentage and OPS. As a team, they are batting .256, which is the 3rd best mark in the MLB.</p>

<p>Aaron Judge and Juan Soto have been a great 1-2 punch for the Yankees this season, as Judge leads the league with 21 homers, and Soto is 4th in the league with 17 homers. Judge has also been hot of late, going 11/31 in his last nine games, with four homers and 15 RBIs. Anthony Volpe is also swinging a hot bat right now, as he has gone 13/41 in his last nine games and is currently on a six-game hitting streak.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Yankees Betting Pick & Prediction 6/7/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Greyhounds. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Greyhounds at Reitz Arena in Baltimore, MD. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Loyola Maryland as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 136.5 points.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Maryland Greyhounds -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reitz Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Greyhounds.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Maryland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will American Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>American improved to 6-9 on the season with a 68-58 win over Bucknell on Saturday, January 11th. The Eagles were -3.5 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the total points of 126 fell just under the O/U line of 129.5.</p> 

<p>American's defense stepped up in the 2nd half, holding Bucknell to 25 points while scoring 46 themselves. They trailed 33-22 at halftime but turned things around to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, the American Eagles put up 68 points, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They connected on 54.8% of their two-point attempts and hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-18 from deep. At the free-throw line, they made 16 of 21 attempts, good for 76.2%.</p> <p>Noah Williamson led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Matt Rogers added 20 points in just 22 minutes, hitting 8 of 10 shots overall and 2 of 3 from three-point range. The Eagles finished with 10 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 58 points, American allowed their opponents to shoot 46% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 49 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles' defense couldn't contain their opponents, who shot 54% on two-point attempts, going 17/31.</p> <p>From three-point range, American held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 6 made threes on 18 attempts. The Eagles also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 of those attempts for 76%. American allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Loyola Maryland Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Loyola Maryland improved to 6-8 on the season with a narrow 75-74 win over Navy on Saturday. The Greyhounds were favored by 2.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 149, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Loyola Maryland outscored Navy 41-39 in the second half to secure the win. The Greyhounds’ ability to edge out the Midshipmen in the second half was key to their victory.</p><p>Loyola Maryland put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-24 from deep, and hit 51.4% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Greyhounds dished out 17 assists, with Jacob Theodosiou leading the way, scoring 27 points and hitting 6 of 11 threes. Aidan Kehoe was perfect from the field, going 8-for-8 and grabbing 12 rebounds, while Veljko Ilic added 18 points, shooting 77.8% from the floor.</p><p>Despite giving up 74 points, Loyola Maryland's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 45% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, the Greyhounds gave up 18 two-point shots on 35 attempts, resulting in a 51% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Maryland's defense allowed 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 70%. The Greyhounds gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

American Eagles vs Loyola Maryland Greyhounds NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Predators and Wild face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Wild are hosting the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The over/under for this Central division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Wild being favored by -1.5 at home against the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Predators winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+101)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Predators Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Predators have gone 25-21-1 and are in 8th place in the Western Conference and 4th in the Central Division. On the road, Nashville has gone 12-9-1 and has lost two straight games. As the underdog, the Predators have gone 15-13-1 this season.</p>

<p>In their last ten games, the Predators have gone 5-5 and have dropped three straight games in which they were favored. Against other Western Conference teams, Nashville has gone 13-15 this season.</p></p><p>On the season, the Predators have a puck line record of 25-22, including going 5-5 in their last ten games. In their 29 games as the underdog, Nashville has a puck line mark of 19-10, and they have gone 7-3 against the puck line in their last ten road games.</p>

<p>So far, the Predators have 13 wins by multiple goals compared to their 15 losses by more than one goal. In their last ten road games, Nashville has gone 7-3 against the puck line, and their average scoring differential on the road is .0 goals per game.</p> <p>This season, Nashville's games have an average of 6.2 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.2. The Predators come in with an over/under performance of 20-22-5.</p><p>Across the Predators last three road games, the team averaged 1 goals per game while allowing 2. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 1-2, while going 1-2 straight-up.</p><p>On offense, the Predators are averaging 3 goals per game which is 18th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 13th in the league. This season, the Predators have a 12-11 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 12-10 record.</p><p>Nashville will be looking for a good game from Filip Forsberg who leads the team in scoring with 22 goals, ranking 20th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 27 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild are currently 14th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.6 shots per game against Minnesota. They also are 12th in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Minnesota, goalie Juuse Saros has started 37 games in this season. His current record is 18-18, and his save percentage stands at 0.971%.</p><h3>Do the Wild Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Wild have gone 12-9-3 and have won three straight games. In the Central Division, Minnesota is in 7th place with a record of 3-7. Overall, the Wild are 21-21-5 and have won four of their last five games.</p>

<p>For the season, Minnesota has been favored in 20 games and has gone 14-4-2 in those games. Against Western Conference opponents, the Wild have gone 8-11. Over their last ten games, Minnesota is 5-5.</p></p><p>Minnesota comes into the game with a puck line record of 25-22. So far, they have 14 wins by multiple goals and have gone 9-11 against the puck line when favored. On the year, the Wild have an average scoring margin of -0.3 goals per game. In their last three games, the team has gone 3-0 against the puck line.</p>

<p>When playing at home, Minnesota has a puck line record of 12-12. Overall, they have gone 6-4 against the puck line in their last ten games at home. Against teams from the Western Conference, the Wild have an average scoring margin of -0.2 goals per game.</p> <p>For the season, Minnesota's games have finished with an average of 6.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Wild have an over/under record of 24-19-4.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Predators have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 1 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>The Wild come into the game scoring an average of 3 goals per game, putting them 19th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 20th in the league. Coming into the game, the Wild have a 12-8 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 9-13.</p><p>Minnesota will be looking for a good game from Joel Eriksson Ek who leads the team in scoring with 20 goals, ranking 30th in the NHL. Eriksson Ek also comes into the game with 18 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild come into the season ranked 14th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 30.6 shots per game against Minnesota. For the season, they are ranked 12th in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Filip Gustavsson comes into the game having made 26 starts this season. So far, his record is 13-11 and he has a save percentage of 0.806%.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/25/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mountain Hawks and Leopards. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Leopards at Kirby Sports Center in Easton, PA. Get ready to place your bets! Lehigh is favored by -3.5 in this Patriot League conference contest against Lafayette. The game's over/under currently sits at 137 points.</p><h3>LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS VS LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lafayette Leopards +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kirby Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, March 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Leopards.</li><li>Not only will Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Lehigh Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Lehigh enters this game as the favorite, as they have been in 12 of their 29 games this season. So far, they have gone 7-5 when favored. On the road, the Mountain Hawks have gone 6-10 this season, and their average scoring margin is -1.1 points per game.</p>

<p>Recently, Lehigh has been playing well on the road, going 4-1 in their last five games away from home. Their most recent game was a 63-60 loss to Colgate, and they are 3-0 in their last three games on the road.</p><p>Lehigh has been a solid team against the spread this season, going 17-8-1. On the road, they have been even better at 12-3-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Mountain Hawks are 5-5 vs. the spread. In their last 3 road games, they have a perfect ATS mark of 3-0. Overall, Lehigh has an ATS record of 8-1-1 in their last 10 road contests.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Lehigh games is 12-14, and today's line of 137 is similar to the average over/under line in their games (142.9). Their last three games have gone 0-3 OU with an average of 127 points, and their games this year have averaged 144.9 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Lehigh offense concluded with only 60 points against Colgate. Throughout the game, they made 4/20 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 40.7%. Tyler Whitney-Sidney led the team in scoring, putting up 24 points. Additionally, Dominic Parolin contributed 11 points for the Mountain Hawks.</p><p>In terms of defense, Lehigh is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 71.0 points per game. Against Colgate, the Mountain Hawks' defense gave up 63 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Colgate only made 8 free-throws.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Leopards Chances at Home</h3><p>With a record of 11-20, Lafayette has struggled this season, and they come into this game on a four-game losing streak. So far, they have gone 10-8 in Patriot League play compared to a 1-12 mark in non-conference games. At home, the Leopards have gone 4-10 this season, and they have lost three straight games at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Lafayette has gone 3-17 this season, and they are 7-3 when they are the favorite. Their average scoring margin at home is -5.6 points per game, and they are coming off a 60-50 loss to Bucknell.</p><p>As the underdog, Lafayette has gone 7-13 vs. the spread this season. At home, their ATS record is 5-9. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Leopards have an ATS mark of 4-6.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Lafayette games is 13-17, and today's line of 137 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (132.8). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 121 points, and this year, 19 of their games have finished with less than 137 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Lafayette offense put up just 50 points vs. the Bucknell Bison. Overall, they are now averaging 62.9 points per game which is 473rd in the country. Currently leading the team in scoring is Justin Vander Baan who comes into today's matchup averaging 9.3. Devin Hines also heads into the game with a PPG average of 9.8.</p><p>In the current season, the Lafayette defense has excelled, sitting 52nd in the nation by allowing 67.0 points per game. So far, the Lafayette defense is giving up an average of 8.9 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.1 times per game (516th).</p>

Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Lafayette Leopards Betting Pick & Prediction 3/7/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Seminoles? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. Pittsburgh is favored by -2 in this Atlantic Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PANTHERS VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles +2</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-4 on the season after an 82-78 loss to Louisville on Saturday, January 11th. The Panthers were -3.5 favorites at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Pittsburgh scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47, leading to the loss.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. They connected on 47.6% of their threes, hitting 10 of 21 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 20 for 22 (90.9%).</p> <p>Reyne Smith led the way with 25 points, knocking down 7 of 11 threes. Jaland Lowe added 24 points and 6 assists, despite shooting just 33.3% overall and 20% from deep.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, they gave up 82 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. The Panthers held them to 41% shooting on two-pointers, as they went 14/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 20 for 90%. Pittsburgh limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Florida State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida State’s season record fell to 11-5 after a 77-57 road loss to Clemson on Saturday. The Seminoles entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FSU trailed 36-29 at halftime and struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their recent game, the Seminoles managed just 57 points, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit only 25%, connecting on 4 of 16 threes.</p> <p>Florida State made 11 of 15 free throws (73.3%) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, finishing with 10 assists. Chase Hunter led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Jaeden Zackery added 15 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Florida State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Seminoles gave up 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Oilers and Wild face off at 8:30 ET on TNT. The Wild are hosting the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The Oilers are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Western conference matchup against Wild. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Wild.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+158)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are Edmonton Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers moved to 27-13-3 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Edmonton had four different players score in the game. After the Flames tied it at 2-2, Zach Hyman put the Oilers ahead for good with a goal at 9:50 in the third period.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense struck early, with Leon Draisaitl netting his 9th goal just 20 seconds into the game. Jeff Skinner followed with his 3rd goal at the 11:48 mark of the first period. Zach Hyman, who had 3 shots on goal, scored his 3rd goal of the season on a power play in the third period. Mattias Janmark added an empty-netter with just 3 seconds left, bringing his season total to 2 goals.</p> <p>Draisaitl also contributed with two assists, now sitting at 8 for the season. Edmonton took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. The Oilers finished with 6 assists in their 4-2 win over Calgary.</p><p>Edmonton's defense gave up the first two goals in the previous game, but they shut down the Flames after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the Oilers' defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-13-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild 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, while Matt Boldy added his sixth in a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his total to three this season. Marco Rossi also contributed with his seventh assist.</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 allowed a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they held Toronto scoreless for the rest of the game, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the Wild's defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, KS, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 149.5 points, and Kansas State is favored by -7.5 at home against LSU.</p><h3>LSU TIGERS VS KANSAS STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bramlage Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Kansas State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Tigers Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>LSU improved to 2-0 this season with a 74-61 win over Alabama State on Sunday. The Tigers were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 135 fell short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>LSU found themselves trailing 32-26 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Hornets 48-29 to secure the win.</p><p>LSU's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.1%. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-20, and connected on 73.5% of their free throws, making 25-of-34 attempts.</p> <p>Cam Carter and TJ Madlock each scored 21 points, with Carter hitting 4-of-5 from three-point range. Amarr Knox added 20 points, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts. Jordan Sears contributed 18 points and 5 assists, while Dji Bailey was efficient, shooting 66.7% from the field and adding 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, LSU's defense allowed the opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 21 made baskets on 47 attempts. The Tigers gave up 14 two-point field goals on 27 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of 20 three-point attempts. LSU also sent them to the free-throw line 34 times, where they made 25 free throws, a 73% success rate. The Tigers allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wildcats Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas State opened their season with a 77-64 win over Cleveland State on Saturday. The Wildcats were -23 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 148-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading 36-24 at halftime, Kansas State scored 41 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40 points, raising some concerns about their defense as they move forward.</p><p>Kansas State's offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting 58.8% from the field and 52.4% from three-point range in their latest game. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.6%, with 11 made threes on 21 attempts.</p> <p>Brendan Hausen led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep. David N'Guessan was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, while Coleman Hawkins contributed 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's defensive struggles, they held their opponent to 64 points. The Wildcats allowed their opponent to shoot 58% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's opponent hit 11 of 21 threes, shooting 52%. The Wildcats also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they made 17, shooting 58%. Kansas State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

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