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<p>The Bulldogs and Lobos are set to face off at 5:00 ET on CBSS. The Lobos will host the game at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. This Mountain West conference matchup has an over/under of 162.5 points, and New Mexico is favored to win by -20.5 at home vs. Fresno State.</p><h3>FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 5:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Even though we have New Mexico winning straight-up, we like Fresno State at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Fresno State Have A Chance at The Pit?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Fresno State improved to 5-13 on the season with a 74-65 win over Air Force on Friday, January 17th. Playing at home, the Bulldogs entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Fresno State jumped out to a 41-24 lead at halftime, but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33 of their own. Despite the defensive lapse, they held on for the win.</p><p>Fresno State put up 74 points in their last game, hitting 50% of their shots from the field. They connected on 63.3% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 27.8% (5/18). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 21 of 23 attempts for a 91.3% success rate.</p> <p>Zaon Collins led the way with 23 points, shooting 63.6% overall and 50% from three. Alex Crawford added 21 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, while Luke Kearney contributed 20 points and 11 rebounds, though he shot just 30.4% from the field.</p><p>Fresno State's defense gave up 65 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they gave up 19 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fresno State held their opponent to 5 made threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 21, shooting 91%. Fresno State allowed 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lobos Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Lobos improved to 14-4 on the season with a dominant 84-65 win over Boise State on Friday. Playing at home, New Mexico entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 149, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p> 
<p>New Mexico jumped out to a commanding 48-21 lead by halftime, but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 36. Despite the defensive lapse, the Lobos’ strong first half was enough to secure the win.</p><p>New Mexico's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points while shooting 54.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.6%, thanks in part to their 46.7% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 15 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were perfect, going 15 for 15.</p> <p>The Lobos shared the ball well, dishing out 22 assists, with Donovan Dent leading the way with 7. Dent also contributed 16 points, as did Nelly Junior Joseph, who added 9 rebounds. Tru Washington was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even though New Mexico gave up 65 points, they allowed the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field, including 57% on two-point attempts. The Lobos also conceded 7 threes, with the other team shooting 46% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>New Mexico sent their opponent to the line 15 times, and they made all their free throws. The Lobos did well on the boards, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

Fresno State Bulldogs vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Colonels? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Stopher Gymnasium in Thibodaux, LA. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 140.5 points, with Nicholls being favored by -3.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS NICHOLLS COLONELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nicholls Colonels -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stopher Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NICHOLLS COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Not only will Nicholls pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Lamar Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals fell to 6-9 on the season after a 75-64 road loss to McNeese State on Saturday. Lamar was a +14.5 underdog going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-24 at halftime, Lamar scored 40 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 40 points. The total points for the game were 139, going over the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Lamar Cardinals put up 64 points, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.5%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and connected on 36.8% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-19 from three-point range.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 20 points, hitting 4-of-7 from deep, while DJ Richards Jr. also contributed 19 points, making 5-of-9 from three. Brandon Murray added 14 points, shooting 62.5% overall, and Andrew Holifield chipped in 11 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>Lamar's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team went 16 for 31 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Lamar's defense saw their opponents hit 9 of 27, good for 33%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 16, shooting 57%. Lamar gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Nicholls as Home Favorites</h3><h3>Nicholls Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Colonels improved to 8-7 on the season with a 73-61 home win over Stephen F. Austin on Saturday, January 18th. Nicholls entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Nicholls led 39-33 at halftime and held the Lumberjacks to 28 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points (134) fell just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Colonels put up 73 points, shooting 48.1% from the field. They connected on 52.2% of their threes, hitting 12 of 23 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%.</p> <p>Byron Ireland led the way, going 3-for-3 from deep and 7-for-10 overall, finishing with 17 points and 4 assists. Robert Brown III added 16 points, hitting 5 threes on 11 attempts.</p><p>Despite Nicholls' defensive efforts, they gave up 61 points while allowing the opponent to shoot 48% from the field. The Colonels conceded 12 threes on 23 attempts, with the other team hitting 52% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Nicholls sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 11 shots for a 68% success rate. The Colonels limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Nicholls Colonels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Betting on today's Hockey Club and Stars game? Catch the action at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX, as the Stars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Stars are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Stars winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Stars on the moneyline</li><li>The Stars should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Hockey Club Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-15-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 7, pushing it over the line. Utah, as the underdog, didn’t cover the puck line.</p>

<p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Logan Cooley opened the scoring at 11:52 in the first period, and Ian Cole added another at 12:00 in the second. The Golden Knights tied it up with a goal at 19:59 in the second period and took the lead in the third. Alexander Kerfoot’s goal at 13:10 in the third tied it for Utah, but Vegas scored the winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club registered 13 giveaways in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. They took 19 shots on goal, with Logan Cooley scoring his second goal of the season. Ian Cole added his first goal, while Alexander Kerfoot netted his second.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad notched two assists, bringing his season total to two. Jack McBain picked up his third assist, while Cooley now has eight assists this season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist of the year.</p><p>Utah's defense will look to rebound after allowing 4 goals in their last game, including the game-winner in overtime. They had taken a 2-0 lead over Vegas, but the Golden Knights scored twice late in the 2nd period and twice more in the 3rd and OT. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, while the defense had 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Can the Stars Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars fell to 23-13-1 this season. Dallas trailed 2-0 before scoring twice in the second period to tie it up, but Florida pulled ahead in the third with two more goals.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell just short. Dallas, as the underdog on the puck line, didn’t cover. All of the Panthers’ goals came before the Stars got on the board.</p><p>Dallas fired 25 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 4-2 loss to the Panthers. Evgenii Dadonov netted his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his 8th assist on Dadonov's power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before finding the net twice in the second. They recorded 32 giveaways in the game, and Miro Heiskanen earned his 4th assist of the season.</p><p>Dallas' defense gave up the first goal 5:15 into the first period and another at 8:47 in the second, but the Stars tied the game at 2-2 before allowing two more goals—one at 2:32 in the third and an empty-netter at 19:00. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lions and Tigers face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers are hosting the game at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ. The over/under for this Ivy League conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with Princeton being favored by -7.5 at home against Columbia.</p><h3>COLUMBIA LIONS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbia Lions +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBIA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Princeton winning straight-up, we like Columbia at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Columbia Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Columbia Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions dropped to 9-4 on the season after a 92-88 home loss to Yale on Saturday. Despite being +7.5 point underdogs, Columbia kept things close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Columbia led 40-39 at halftime but allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 48. The game’s total points of 180 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Columbia put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 11 threes at a 32.4% clip and were 54.3% on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 17 of 21 shots for 81%.</p> <p>John Poulakidas led the way with 29 points, hitting 6 of 12 from beyond the arc. Avery Brown added 21 points, and Nick Townsend contributed 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Bez Mbeng also had a strong game, finishing with 19 points and 9 assists.</p><p>Despite Columbia's defensive efforts, they allowed 92 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 43% from the field. Columbia gave up 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the opposing team went 19/35 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Columbia's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% success rate. The opponent also capitalized at the free-throw line, hitting 17 of 21 attempts for 81%. Columbia gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Princeton improved to 11-4 on the season with a narrow 81-80 win over Dartmouth on Saturday. The Tigers were -7 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 148.</p> <p>Princeton trailed 41-38 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Dartmouth 43-39 to secure the win.</p><p>Princeton put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 28 attempts, and were 87.5% from the free-throw line, making 7 of 8. The Tigers dished out 13 assists and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Xavien Lee led the way with 33 points, shooting 63.2% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5), while also pulling down 8 rebounds. Ryan Cornish added 20 points in 21 minutes, shooting 57.1% and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Caden Pierce contributed 19 points and 12 rebounds, with 7 assists, and made 3 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 80 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field (26/57). They allowed 16/35 (45%) on two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Princeton's defense saw their opponents hit 10/22 threes (45%). They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 18 free throws (90%).</p>

Columbia Lions vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Knights and Cougars face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Cougars are hosting the game at Jones Convocation Center in Chicago, IL. Fairleigh Dickinson is favored by -1.5 in this Northeast conference contest against Chicago State. The game's over/under currently sits at 143 points.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS CHICAGO STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago State Cougars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jones Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Chicago State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Knights Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's season struggles continued with a 71-60 loss to Central Connecticut State on Saturday, dropping their record to 3-13. Playing at home, the Knights were +7 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>The Knights were down 37-30 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 34. The loss adds to a challenging season for Fairleigh Dickinson as they look to turn things around.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.7% from the field and 31.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.7%, and they managed 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ahmed Barba-Bey led the way with 25 points, hitting 7 of 12 threes at a 58.3% clip. Jayden Brown added 16 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Abdul Momoh contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense held strong, allowing just 71 points while limiting their opponent to 31% shooting from the field. They gave up 10 made threes on 32 attempts, a 31% clip.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Knights' defense was effective, as they allowed just 10 two-point field goals on 31 attempts (32%). They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws (71%).</p><h3>Can Chicago State Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Chicago State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Chicago State improved to 2-17 on the season with a 88-72 win over Le Moyne on Saturday. The Cougars were +3 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Chicago State led 46-39 at halftime and outscored Le Moyne 42-33 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 160 went over the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Chicago State put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 58.1% from the field and 55.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.8%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 14 of 26 attempts (53.8%).</p> <p>Jalen Forrest led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, connecting on 4 of 5 threes. AJ Dancler added 19 points and 5 assists, while Robby Carmody contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Dwayne Koroma grabbed 10 rebounds, and Noble Crawford and Zek Tekin each chipped in 12 points, with Tekin shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Despite Chicago State's defensive struggles, they allowed 72 points on 58% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chicago State's defense allowed 10 threes on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 55%. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 53%.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Chicago State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Detroit Pistons will travel to Houston to take on the Rockets in a non-conference matchup. The Pistons are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 21-21, while the Rockets are 2nd in the West at 28-13. Detroit has lost two straight games and is listed as an 8-point underdog.</p>

<p>Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 ET at the Toyota Center. The game will be televised on SCHN.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -8</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-110 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Pistons Ready for a Win at Houston?</h3><p>Detroit fell to 21-21 on the season after a 125-121 home loss to the Suns on Saturday. The Pistons were +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 246, well over the 226.5-point line.</p> <p>The game was tightly contested throughout, with the Pistons trailing by just three points heading into the 4th quarter. Each quarter was close, but the Suns edged out Detroit in every period, including a 27-26 advantage in the final frame.</p><p>In their 125-121 loss to the Suns, the Pistons shot 46.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.3% of their threes, making 9 in total. Tobias Harris led the way with 21 points, 13 of which came in the opening quarter.</p> <p>Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 11 assists, despite shooting just 26.9% from the field. Jalen Duren contributed 15 points, scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter, while Malik Beasley chipped in 14 points.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they managed to tighten things up in the 4th, allowing just 27. Overall, they allowed 125 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Detroit did well in limiting the Suns from beyond the arc, holding them to 7 made threes on 28% shooting. However, they sent Phoenix to the line 40 times, where the Suns converted 32 free throws. The Pistons recorded 5 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 28-13 on the season with a 125-103 road win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Houston, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 228 points went over the 223.5-point line.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 10-0 run, jumping out to a 12-2 lead. After a close first half, they pulled away by outscoring Portland 36-24 in the 3rd quarter and 38-29 in the 4th.</p><p>Jalen Green led the Rockets with 26 points in their win over the Trail Blazers, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate. Alperen Şengün added 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Dillon Brooks contributed 22 points.</p> <p>Houston connected on 14 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep. Green scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter, while Şengün added 14 in the same period. Tari Eason chipped in 9 of his 18 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Rockets held the Trail Blazers to 103 points on Saturday, allowing 23 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd. They gave up 24 points in the 3rd quarter and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Houston limited Portland to 12 made three-pointers on 33% shooting. The Trail Blazers went 13/18 from the free-throw line. The Rockets grabbed 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 12:00 ET today, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Dallas Mavericks in a non-conference matchup. The Hornets have won two straight games and are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference, while the Mavericks are 7th in the West.</p>

<p>Dallas is favored by 5.5 points and has a moneyline of -214. The over/under line for this game is set at 223.5. NBA TV will broadcast the game, which will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-104 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 23-19 on the season with a 106-98 win over the Thunder on Friday. Dallas, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total points of 204 fell short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Dallas took control early with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 3-0 to 13-0. After a dominant 41-17 second quarter, the Mavericks stumbled in the third, losing it 33-14. However, they bounced back in the fourth, outscoring the Thunder 29-22 to seal the win.</p><p>Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 25 points and 5 assists in their win over the Thunder, shooting 47.4% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and P.J. Washington each contributed 16 points, with Dinwiddie making 4 threes at 44.4% and Washington shooting 75% overall.</p> <p>Dallas connected on 16 threes at a 39% rate, finishing with a 49.3% field goal percentage. Naji Marshall added 14 points, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter, while Irving had 11 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Friday, holding the Thunder to just 98 points. Dallas was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 17 points. They also closed out the game well, giving up just 22 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Mavericks limited the Thunder to 38% shooting from the field. However, they struggled to defend the three-point line, as Oklahoma City hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. Dallas sent the Thunder to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 8. The Mavericks finished with 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Charlotte improved to 10-28 on the season with a 125-123 road win over the Bulls on Friday. The Hornets entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and covered the spread, while the total score of 248 points went over the pre-game line of 235.5.</p> <p>After a strong start, leading 36-29 after the 1st quarter, Charlotte fell behind as the Bulls went on a 10-0 run. However, the Hornets rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring Chicago 27-20 to secure the win.</p><p>LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 26 points and 9 assists in their 125-123 win over the Bulls, despite shooting just 36.8% from the field. Miles Bridges added 21 points, hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip, while Mark Williams contributed 19 points and 19 rebounds, shooting 52.9%.</p> <p>Charlotte hit 13 threes, shooting 38.2% from beyond the arc and 50% overall. Seth Curry and Nick Smith each scored 15 points, with Curry putting up 11 in the 1st quarter and Smith adding 10 in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where the Hornets gave up 42 points, they tightened up defensively in the 4th, allowing just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, they allowed the Bulls to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hornets gave up 14 threes on 35% shooting. They sent the Bulls to the line 14 times, where Chicago made 13 free throws. Defensively, the Hornets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>SECN will be covering the matchup between the Oklahoma Sooners and Missouri Tigers, set to kick off at 7:45 ET from Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium in Columbia. The Tigers are the -1.5 point favorites at home, with the over/under line currently at 42.5 points. The money line odds are +100 for the Sooners and -121 for the Tigers. Oklahoma has a 5-4 record, while Missouri comes in at 6-2 for the season.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA SOONERS VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium at 7:45 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Missouri Tigers winning this one by a score of 23 to 22</li><li>Even though we like the Missouri Tigers to win, our ATS pick is to take the Oklahoma Sooners at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oklahoma Sooners Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Oklahoma enters Week 11 with a 5-4 record, ranked 27th in our power rankings. They have a 66.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Sooners are 3-3 at home and 1-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Oklahoma is 3-0 as the favorite and 1-4 as the underdog. Their average scoring margin is +4.3 points per game, and they are 4-4 against the spread, going 2-0 on the road and 2-4 at home.</p> <p></p><p>The Sooners’ over/under record is 3-5, with their games averaging 46.3 points. Their average over/under line is 49.4 points, and this week’s line is set at 42.5 points.</p><p>Oklahoma’s offense has been underwhelming this season, averaging just 25.3 points per game, which ranks 68th nationally. They are 92nd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11. Their third-down conversion rate is a low 34.3%, and they rank 86th in passing yards, with 188.7 per game. Jackson Arnold has thrown for 1,169 yards, and Oklahoma is 46th in passing attempts.</p> <p>Arnold has 12 touchdown passes and three interceptions, with a passer rating of 93. Oklahoma’s run game is more prominent, ranking 7th in rushing attempts and averaging 152.8 yards per game. Jovantae Barnes leads with 577 rushing yards and five touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. J.J. Hester is the top receiver with 265 yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense is currently ranked 23rd in the nation against the run, allowing just 108.3 rushing yards per game. In their recent game, they held Maine to 109 rushing yards on 28 attempts and gave up 144 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 62.9% completion rate and a passer rating of 89.6 against Oklahoma, throwing for 217.4 yards per game. The Sooners rank 34th nationally, giving up 21 points per game.</p><h3>Will The Missouri Tigers Win At Home Over The Oklahoma Sooners?</h3><p>At 6-2, Missouri is set to face Oklahoma in Week 11. The Tigers are 3-0 at home and rank 26th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of reaching bowl eligibility but only a 0.1% chance of winning the Southeastern. Missouri has gone 4-0 as the favorite this season.</p> <p></p><p>Missouri’s ATS record stands at 3-3, with a +9.9 average scoring margin. They are 3-1 against the spread as the favorite and 0-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 42.5 points, while Missouri’s games have averaged a 51-point line. Their over/under record is 1-5, with their games averaging 45.6 points.</p><p>Missouri’s offense is averaging 27.8 points per game as they head into week 11, placing them 54th in the nation. They are ranked 65th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game ranks 43rd in attempts, with 34.1 per game, and 36th in completions, averaging 21.5. They are converting 46.2% of their third downs, which ranks 20th nationally. Overall, they are 75th in passing yards per game, with 227.9, and their passer rating is 90th in the country.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Brady Cook has thrown for 1,575 yards this season, with a passer rating of 93. He has completed 62.8% of his passes, with seven touchdowns and one interception. Nate Noel leads the rushing attack with 503 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry and scoring two touchdowns. Theo Wease Jr. has 482 receiving yards on 37 catches, with one touchdown.</p><p>Missouri's defense, ranked 14th nationally, has allowed 17.9 points per game this season. They’ve given up 135.1 rushing yards per game and 164.8 passing yards, ranking 17th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 75.6 against Missouri, completing 57.1% of their throws.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Alabama, Missouri allowed 34 points and 486 total yards, including 271 rushing yards on 37 attempts. Alabama also threw for 215 yards, though Missouri’s defense didn’t allow a passing touchdown.</p>

Oklahoma Sooners vs Missouri Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Betting on today's Pride and Dragons game? Catch the action at Daskalakis Athletic Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 122.5 points, with Drexel being favored by -2.5 at home against Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Daskalakis Athletic Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 122.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hofstra’s season record dropped to 8-8 after a 65-60 road loss to Towson on Thursday. The Pride entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 125 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 124.5.</p> 

<p>Hofstra led 41-32 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 19 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 58.6% (17/29) and 30.4% from beyond the arc (7/23). They hit 83.3% of their free throws, going 5-for-6 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Graham was a standout, hitting 85.7% of his shots (6/7) and grabbing 7 rebounds. Tyler Tejada and Jean Aranguren each connected on 2 of 5 threes, with Tejada scoring 16 points and Aranguren adding 14 along with 5 assists. Nendah Tarke also contributed 14 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>Hofstra's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (21/53). They allowed 45% shooting from two-point range, with the opponent hitting 15 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hofstra's defense gave up 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws (73%). Hofstra allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Drexel Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drexel fell to 9-8 on the season after a 65-54 home loss to Elon on Thursday. The Dragons, who were -1.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 119 fell short of the O/U line of 133.5.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-31 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28.</p><p>Drexel managed just 54 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 7 attempts (57.1%).</p> <p>Sam Sherry led the way with 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Kobe MaGee added 17 points, while Jason Drake and TJ Simpkins each contributed 15 points, with Simpkins hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% clip.</p><p>Even with Drexel's defense holding them to 65 points, the opposing team managed to shoot 40% from the field, connecting on 21 of their 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 13/28, shooting 46% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they hit 8 of their 24 shots, good for 33%. At the free-throw line, they made 4 of 7 attempts, shooting 57%. Drexel also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Betting on today's Bears and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ivy League conference game currently have Cornell as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Brown at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Ithaca Possible for the Bears?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-7 on the season after an 80-67 loss to Harvard on Saturday. Brown, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Brown trailed 35-34 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring 33 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, the Brown Bears put up 67 points, shooting 41.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while their overall effective field goal percentage stood at 50%.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Louis Lesmond was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Brown's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, with opponents hitting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 54%. Brown gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Cornell?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Cornell improved to 8-5 on the season with an 86-76 road win over Penn on Saturday. The Big Red entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 42-31 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half, while Penn scored 45. The game’s total points of 162 went over the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Cornell put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 55.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, going 17-for-18 for a 94.4% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60% from both the field and three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, shooting 75% overall. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the team finished with 10 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive efforts, they allowed 76 points on 48% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cornell's defense gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 66% rate.</p>

Brown Bears vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Jazz (-568) will travel to take on the Pelicans (+418) at the Smoothie King Center. Utah (10-30) is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 15th in the Western Conference. New Orleans (11-32) has won three straight games and is 14th in the West.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is 232.5 points. The Pelicans (-11) are favored by 11 points over the Jazz. Gulf will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -11</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-62 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Find a Way to Win in New Orleans?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 10-30 on the season after a 136-123 loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Utah, who entered the game as +12 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 259 points exceeded the pre-game total of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans took control early with a 17-0 run, pushing the score from 15-8 to 32-8. Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19, but the Pelicans extended their lead to 96-80 heading into the 4th. Despite a 43-point effort in the final quarter, Utah couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Keyonte George led the Jazz with 26 points and 4 made threes in their loss to the Pelicans, shooting 44.4% from deep. Collin Sexton added 24 points on 63.6% shooting, while Drew Eubanks contributed 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots. The Jazz connected on 13 threes at a 34.2% rate, with an overall field goal percentage of 50%.</p> <p>George scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Eubanks added 9 in the final period. Svi Mykhailiuk had 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter, and Sexton chipped in 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they held the Pelicans to just 19 points, the Jazz couldn’t contain New Orleans in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing 42 and 40 points, respectively, in a 136-123 loss. Overall, the Pelicans shot 47% from the field.</p> <p>The Jazz struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Pelicans hit 22 threes at a 44% clip. Utah also sent New Orleans to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 attempts. The Jazz recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Smoothie King Center?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 11-32 on the season with a 136-123 win over the Jazz on Friday. Playing at home, New Orleans entered the game as -12 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 259.5 exceeded the O/U line of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans jumped out to a big lead early, going on a 17-0 run to take the score from 15-8 to 32-8. They led 42-22 after the 1st quarter, but Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19. The Pelicans regained control in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 35-28, and despite losing the 4th quarter 43-40, they held on for the win.</p><p>The Pelicans knocked down 22 threes at a 44% clip in their win over the Jazz, finishing with 136 points. CJ McCollum led the way, hitting 6 threes and scoring 26 points, with 15 of those coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Jose Alvarado scored 16 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Zion Williamson added 9 of his 24 points in the final period. Trey Murphy also contributed 19 points in the win.</p><p>Despite giving up 123 points, the Pelicans' defense was solid in the 1st and 3rd quarters, where they allowed 22 and 28 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 43 points. Overall, they allowed the Jazz to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pelicans held the Jazz to 13 made threes on 34% shooting. They also sent Utah to the line 30 times, where the Jazz made 24 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 9 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Black Bears and Great Danes face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Great Danes are hosting the game at SEFCU Arena in Albany, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Albany is favored by -1.5 vs. Maine in a America East conference matchup.</p><h3>MAINE BLACK BEARS VS ALBANY GREAT DANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SEFCU Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Great Danes.</li><li>Not only will Albany pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Maine Stun the Crowd at SEFCU Arena?</h3><p>After winning their last two games, Maine will look to keep their momentum going on the road against Albany. So far this season, the Black Bears have gone 6-11 on the road, and their average margin of defeat in these games has been -3.5 points per game. </p>

<p>As the underdog, Maine has gone just 2-9 this season, and they have gone 1-9 in their last 10 road games. In their last game, the Black Bears beat NJIT by a score of 68-58.</p><p>As the underdog, Maine has gone 5-6 vs. the spread this season and 15-12 overall. On the road, the Black Bears are 9-8 vs. the spread in 17 games and 3-0 in their last 3. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Maine is 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Maine games is 11-16. So far, 23 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's over/under line of 150.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 131 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Black Bears' offense finished with 68 points, which is right in line with their current average of 67.6 points per contest. Currently leading the team in scoring is Peter Filipovity who comes into today's matchup averaging 13.7. Kellen Tynes also heads into the game with a PPG average of 12.9.</p><p>At present, the Black Bears' defense is nationally ranked 48th, allowing 66.9 points per game. The Maine defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 58 points and allowed NJIT to connect on 2 threes.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Great Danes?</h3><p>Albany has been a much better team at home this season, going 7-4 compared to 5-12 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +4.5, compared to -4.8 on the road. Over their last 10 games at home, the Great Danes have gone 6-4.</p>

<p>So far this season, Albany has been the favorite in 10 games and has gone 9-1 in those matchups. Their overall record is 13-16, including a 5-9 mark in America East games.</p><p>Albany has an ATS record of 14-14 this season. When favored, the Great Danes are 8-2 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 6-5. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Albany is 8-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Albany games is 15-11-2. On average, their games have finished with 158.1 points per game compared to an average over/under line of 152, resulting in an average margin of 6.1 points. Today's over/under line of 150.5 is lower than the average scoring total in their games this year. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 176 points.</p><p>Albany recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 91 points against New Hampshire. This output exceeded their season average of 79.1 points per game. Sebastian Thomas is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 19.2 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Amar'e Marshall brings a PPG average of 17.3 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Great Danes' defense is ranked 315th in the country at 78.9 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.0 threes per game vs. Maine. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 28.0%.</p>

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