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It is Thursday and we’ve got a lot of college basketball games on the betting board as teams head into the stretch run of the regular season. Unfortunately, we’re looking for a bounce back as DePaul was not competitive at all against Creighton last night in a 24-point loss.

That leaves us at 2-1 for the week going into the 25th, as we take a look at the spotlight game between Belmont and Eastern Kentucky. The Bruins are favored by 7.5 on the road with a total of 160.5 per the folks over at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada"><strong>Bovada Sportsbook</strong></a>.
<h3><strong><u>Belmont</u></strong><strong><u> Bruins</u></strong></h3>
This will feel a bit like déjà vu as far as spotlight game previews are concerned. This was a game that we highlighted back on February 11. It was played in Nashville and Belmont was favored by 11.5 with a total of 159.5. Not much has really changed except the venue as it appears that the only difference in the line is home court advantage.

What also hasn’t changed for Belmont is that the Bruins are still undefeated in conference play. Belmont’s lone loss came in a 96-83 game against Samford back on December 5. They’ve won 21 straight since, including 18 league games in the OVC. They’ll have road games against Eastern Kentucky and Morehead State in hopes of entering the OVC Tournament unblemished.

In the first meeting between these two teams, Belmont had a lot of success on offense with 1.166 points per possession on a 33-of-63 night from the floor. The Bruins racked up 92 points and the game went over the total. As far as conference play goes, that was a middle-of-the-pack type of performance in the offensive halfcourt for Belmont.

This is a team that leads the conference in 2P% at 62.7% and is third in 3P% at 36.4%. They’ll run if you want them to, as they rank third in adjusted tempo as far as OVC teams go. Belmont has been a solid defensive team in the league as well, holding opponents to a 45.4% mark on two-point shots with the conference’s second-best eFG% defense.
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<h3><strong><u>Eastern Kentucky</u></strong><strong><u> Colonels</u></strong></h3>
Since that Belmont loss, Eastern Kentucky has won four of five. The lone loss came against SEMO State in a 94-72 shellacking. The Colonels allowed 1.223 PPP in that game as SEMO State just couldn’t miss. The 14 treys made by the home team in that game were the most all season by far. Eastern Kentucky got revenge two days later with a 22-point win of their own.

This Eastern Kentucky team is a good one and a young one. Most of the standout players are underclassmen with the exception of a few juniors, so this may be a measuring stick game for next season based on how EKU has performed this year. The Colonels are third in adjusted tempo overall and has been pretty efficient offensively with a 51.3% eFG% that ranks 103rd in the nation.

In league play, specifically, EKU wins the turnover battle most nights. They are second in TO% on offense and first in TO% on defense. They are also the best team in the conference at shooting threes with a 38.8% clip. They are also 11th in 2P% at 49%, so that will be an area of the team that needs some attention on the recruiting trail and in the transfer portal for an up-and-coming head coach in A.W. Hamilton.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
The first Belmont/EKU was played to 79 possessions, the fastest regulation game in conference play for Eastern Kentucky up to that point. They repeated it again the next game against Tennessee State. Belmont started extremely fast and never really let up, so free throws never even became a big part of the equation with 27 total attempts between the two teams.

Belmont has Morehead State on deck with what they expect to be a perfect OVC record in tact, so I do worry about a little bit of a look-ahead factor here, but in the first game, it was such a blowout that both teams emptied the benches. Belmont star Nick Muszynski only played 23 minutes. EKU’s top guys were all under 30.

I’m looking for points again tonight. Belmont scored 92 the first time and will expect to be able to outscore EKU to victory again here. The total only adjusted one point. Typically blowouts are good for unders, but the first game still went over. I’m expecting a closer game here, but an over all the same.
<h4><strong>Pick: Over 160.5</strong></h4>
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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Hornets Nest in Sacramento, CA. Idaho is favored by -2.5 in this Big Sky conference contest against Sacramento State. The game's over/under currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Hornets Nest at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Sacramento State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Idaho Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season record dropped to 4-9 after a narrow 73-71 loss to Montana on Saturday. The Vandals were +2 point underdogs going into the game, and the result was a push against the spread. The teams combined for 144 points, falling short of the 151.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Idaho led 32-29 at halftime but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively in the second half of games to improve their record moving forward.</p><p>Idaho put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.2% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 9 of 10 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Malik Moore and Money Williams each contributed 18 points, with Moore hitting 3 of 5 threes. Kristian Gonzalez led the team with 19 points, while Jack Payne also added 18, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, Idaho allowed 51% shooting, with 19 of 37 two-point shots made.</p> <p>From three-point range, opponents hit 8 of 27 attempts, good for 29%. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 9, shooting 90%. Idaho gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Hornets Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>On Saturday, January 4th, Sacramento State improved to 2-9 on the season with a 56-53 home win over Portland State. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Hornets not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 31-25 at halftime, Sacramento State clamped down defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31 of their own. The game’s total points of 109 fell well short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Sacramento State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 56 points while shooting 37.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 24 attempts for a 20.8% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hornets shot 59.1%, and they grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Isaiah Johnson led the team with 13 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range. EJ Neal added 12 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting just 22.2% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, Sacramento State held their opponent to just 53 points, allowing them to shoot 37% from the field. The Hornets gave up 14 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacramento State's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 59%.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Sacramento State Hornets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Betting on today's Buccaneers and Dolphins game? Catch the action at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL, as the Dolphins hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, East Tennessee State is favored by -2.5 against Jacksonville. The over/under for the game is 143.5 points.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-66 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will East Tennessee State Be The Talk of Swisher Gymnasium?</h3><h3>East Tennessee State Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>East Tennessee State fell to 4-4 on the season after a 96-87 road loss to Wichita State on Saturday. The Buccaneers were +8 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 183 exceeded the O/U line of 148.</p> 

<p>ETSU struggled in the first half, trailing 54-37 at the break. They improved in the second half, scoring 50 points while allowing 42, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 46.5% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range, connecting on 14 of 36 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.3%, and they dished out 20 assists.</p> <p>Jaden Seymour led the way with 25 points and 9 rebounds, while Justin Hill added 20 points. Corey Washington contributed 17 points and 13 rebounds, and Karon Boyd and Quimari Peterson each chipped in 16 points, with Peterson hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 96 points while allowing opponents to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 26 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 60% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents hit 9 of 21 shots, good for 42%. East Tennessee State also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, an 81% success rate.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Jacksonville?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville’s season record dropped to 3-5 after an 85-63 loss to Florida Atlantic on Tuesday. The Dolphins went into the game as +12.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 155.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville trailed 37-31 at halftime but struggled more in the 2nd half, scoring 32 points while allowing 48.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 30.9% from the field and 19.2% on two-point attempts. They connected on 41.4% of their threes, hitting 12 of 29 from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%.</p> <p>Matas Vokietaitis and Tre Carroll each scored 17 points, with Vokietaitis shooting 7 of 8 and grabbing 8 rebounds. Carroll made both of his three-point attempts, while Zimi Nwokeji hit 4 of 5 from beyond the arc, finishing with 12 points in just 10 minutes.</p><p>Despite Jacksonville's defensive efforts, they gave up 85 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, Jacksonville allowed 52% shooting, as their opponents connected on 22 of 42 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville's defense held their opponents to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 17 free throws for 65%. Jacksonville gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Jacksonville Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>Just seven days removed from the Kentucky Derby, the competitive <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horse_racing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">horse racing</a> action continues this weekend. The big race in the U.S. will be staged on the turf at Aqueduct, as the G2 Man O’ War Stakes will be run.</p>



<p>There will be a competitive field going to post on Saturday, including runners that have run in esteemed races such as the G1 Breeders’ Cup Classic and G2 Bahrain International Trophy. You can find out more about the runners that are set to be involved here.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-racing-information-amp-history">Racing Information &amp; History</h2>



<p>The Man O’ War Stakes has been staged annually since 1959, and it will return back to its original home at Aqueduct in 2024. The race has been staged at Belmont Park throughout history, but due to ongoing work at the track it will not be staged at the home of the final leg of the Triple Crown this year.</p>



<p>Four horses have won the race on multiple occasions, including Gio Ponti, who landed victories in 2009 and 2010. MacKenzie Miller is the most successful trainer with four wins, while Jorge Velasquez is the leading jockey with five victories.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-leading-contenders">Leading Contenders</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-nations-pride">Nations Pride</h3>



<p>Charlie Appleby has openly admitted that he will be pointing some of his stars at U.S. races this year, meaning it is little surprise that he will have two leading contenders on Saturday. Nations Pride was held when finishing seventh in the G2 Bahrain International Trophy last November, but his form Stateside deserves all the respect.</p>



<p>The five-year-old landed the G1 Canadian International Stakes last October, while he also boasts winning form at Aqueduct after landing the G3 Jockey Club Derby by a commanding six-length margin in September 2022. Down in grade this weekend, and should be the one to beat.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bold-act">Bold Act</h3>



<p>Bold Act is the second runner for Appleby in the Man O’ War this weekend. He returned to action with a decent third in the G2 Elkhorn, finishing clear of reappearing rival Dynadrive, who could only claim eighth. The four-year-old has already won this season after landing the G2 Dubai City of Gold Stakes in early March, beating Warren Point by two lengths.</p>



<p>Like his stablemate, he also boasts some excellent international form, which included a narrow success in the G3 Sycamore Stakes last October. It could be argued that the distance this weekend could suit this Appleby runner more so than his stable mate.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-war-like-goddess">War Like Goddess</h3>



<p>War Like Goddess has been an excellent runner from the William Mott yard throughout her career, and the seven-year-old remains an extremely interesting contender at this level. She boasts a lot of previous course form, including when landing the G1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic in October 2022.</p>



<p>She will be making her seasonal reappearance this weekend after battling to seventh in the G1 Breeders’ Cup Turf last November. However, she remains a very likely contender on Saturday.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-man-o-war-stakes-prediction">Man O’ War Stakes Prediction</h2>



<p>A fascinating renewal of the race is set for this weekend, and there will be no shortage of chances. Bold Act is our top pick, as he should come on after his close-finishing third in the G2 Elkhorn. Kertez could also have interesting claims after dominating the field to land the G2 Pan American Stakes on their previous outing.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Bold Act</strong></p>

Man O’ War Stakes Preview & Prediction

<p>The Atlanta Hawks (+565) will travel to Denver to take on the Nuggets (-836) at Ball Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 ET and this non-conference matchup can be seen on ALT.</p>

<p>Denver (-12.5) is currently favored and comes into this game with a 53-24 record. They are 2nd in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Northwest Division. Atlanta is 10th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Southeast. They are 36-41 and have a moneyline of +565. The over/under line is set at 221.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Saturday, April 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-110 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with Dejounte Murray points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are Atlanta Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Hawks are 12.5-point underdogs today against the Nuggets. This season, Atlanta has an ATS record of 13-23 as the underdog, going 12-24 straight-up. As the underdog, they are 36-41 this season.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Hawks lost to the Mavericks by a score of 109-95. They were 12-point underdogs in that game and have now gone 2-4 against the spread in their last six games.</p>

<p>Atlanta's O/U record for the season is 42-35, and their games have averaged 238.8 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 221, which is lower than their season average of 235.7.</p>

<p>Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Hawks are 22-27 and are currently in 10th place in the East. On the road, they have a record of 15-23, which is 12th in the East.</p>

<p>For the season, the Hawks have an ATS record of 28-49 and have gone 13-25 ATS on the road. Their average scoring differential on the road is -3.9 PPG.</p>

<p>Overall, Atlanta is 36-41 this season and are in 3rd place in the Southeast Division.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Hawks are one of the league's most potent offenses. They are averaging 118.8 points per game, which is 5th in the NBA. However, on the road, they are scoring slightly fewer points at 115.1 points per game (11th).</p>

<p>Atlanta's offense is built around their three-point shooting, as they are 6th in the league in three-point makes per game at 13.8. Overall, they are shooting 36% from beyond the arc (14th).</p>

<p>In terms of pace, the Hawks are 6th in the NBA at 100 possessions per game. This up-tempo style has helped them become one of the league's top offensive rebounding teams (2nd).</p><p>On defense, the Hawks come into the game ranked 27th in the league in points allowed at 120.0 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 107.7 points per contest (15th). Inside the arc, the Hawks defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 56.8% and 38.5% from three-point territory.</p><h3>Does Denver Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Overall, the Nuggets have a record of 53-24, which is good for 2nd place in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they are 23-6 compared to 30-18 against Western Conference opponents.</p>

<p>At home, the Nuggets are 31-8 this season and are favored by 12.5 points today. In their last two games at home, they have won by an average of 9.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Denver's ATS record at home is 19-19, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two games as the favorite. Overall, their ATS record is 34-41.</p>

<p>Denver's O/U record for the season is 30-45-2, and their last two games have finished below the betting line. This year, their games have averaged 224 points per game.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Nuggets lost to the Clippers by a score of 102-100. The O/U line for that game was 220.5, and Denver was favored by 3.5 points going into the game.</p><p>This season, the Nuggets have been one of the most efficient teams in the league, ranking 5th in field goal percentage. However, they have struggled from beyond the arc, ranking 30th in three-point attempts per game.</p>

<p>Denver has been an above-average scoring team this season, averaging 114.3 points per game, which is good for 14th in the NBA. At home, they have been even better, averaging 118.0 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Nuggets are 28th in the league, averaging just 96.1 possessions per game. Despite their high-scoring offense, they are just 29th in free throw attempts per game.</p><p>At present, the Nuggets' defense is ranked 6th, allowing 109.6 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Nuggets are causing 11.8 turnovers per game, ranking 5th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 11th in rejections, averaging 5.5 blocked shots each game.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/6/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Hawkeyes face off at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Iowa is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Northwestern.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Northwestern Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Northwestern improved to 6-2 on the season with a 66-61 road win over UNLV on Friday, November 29th. The Wildcats, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 127, falling under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>Northwestern led 26-25 at halftime and picked up the pace in the 2nd half, scoring 40 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Northwestern's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field. They connected on 44.4% of their threes, hitting 8 of 18 attempts, while their two-point shooting was just 38.7% (12/31). At the free-throw line, they went 18 for 26, good for 69.2%.</p> <p>Brooks Barnhizer led the way with 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Dedan Thomas Jr. added 17 points, and Jalen Leach and Jailen Bedford each contributed 15 points, with Leach going 3 for 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Northwestern's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field on 24 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 18 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northwestern's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 7, shooting 70%. Northwestern allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Hawkeyes Chances at Home</h3><p>Iowa improved to 6-1 on the season with a 110-77 home win over USC Upstate on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes entered the game as -28.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined 187 points exceeded the over/under line of 168.5.</p> <p>After leading 55-28 at halftime, Iowa matched their first-half output with another 55 points in the second half. However, they allowed 49 points to the Spartans after the break.</p><p>Iowa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 110 points while shooting 60.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69%, with the Hawkeyes hitting 68.9% of their two-point attempts and 46.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 26 three-point shots.</p> <p>Brock Harding and Brit Harris each scored 20 points, with Harding also dishing out 10 assists. Josh Dix added 14 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field. Iowa finished with 24 assists as a team, and went 12-for-15 from the free-throw line, shooting 80%.</p><p>Despite Iowa's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 77 points in their last game. The Hawkeyes shot 60% from the field, hitting 43 of their 71 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iowa connected on 12 of 26 three-point attempts, good for 46%. They also went 12/15 from the free-throw line, shooting 80%.</p>

Northwestern Wildcats vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Broncos and Cowboys face off at 8:30 ET on MWN. The Cowboys are hosting the game at Arena Auditorium in Laramie, WY. Boise State come into this Mountain West conference matchup as the -6.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>BOISE STATE BRONCOS VS WYOMING COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wyoming Cowboys +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Arena Auditorium at 8:30 ET on Tuesday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WYOMING COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will Wyoming pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Broncos Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Boise State improved to 9-3 on the season with a 73-71 road win over San Jose State on Saturday. The Broncos were favored by 8.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 144 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 142.5.</p> <p>Boise State trailed 35-28 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Spartans 45-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Boise State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They hit 57.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 7 threes in total. At the free-throw line, the Broncos shot 72.7%, hitting 8 of 11 attempts.</p> <p>Tyson Degenhart led the way with 26 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 47.6% from the field and 44.4% from three. Josh Uduje added 22 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots and 66.7% from deep. Boise State also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists in the win.</p><p>Boise State's defense gave up 71 points, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, connecting on 25 of their 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 17 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Broncos' defense saw the opposition hit 8 of 20 shots, good for 40%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 76%. Boise State allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Wyoming Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>Wyoming Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wyoming improved to 7-5 on the season with a 66-63 win over Nevada on Saturday. The Cowboys were +5.5 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Wyoming led 26-24 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Wyoming's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 48.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.2%, thanks in large part to their 52.4% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 21 attempts. They also connected on 91.7% of their free throws, making 11 of 12.</p> <p>Obi Agbim led the way with 18 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 57.1% from three, hitting 4 of 7 attempts. Nick Davidson, Kobe Sanders, and Touko Tainamo each added 15 points, with Tainamo hitting 2 of 3 threes and Davidson making 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Wyoming's defense struggled to contain their opponent's shooting, allowing them to hit 48% from the field. The Cowboys gave up 11 threes on 21 attempts, with their opponent shooting 52% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Wyoming also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 11 of those attempts, shooting 91% from the stripe. The Cowboys allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Boise State Broncos vs Wyoming Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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Here is a look at some of the best MLB sportsbooks that are out there in the industry:

Best MLB Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

This article will not only give you the best college football betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you tips so you know how to bet on college football.
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Knowing how to bet on college football is going to be an important step, but you also need to know where you should be wagering. Choosing the right sportsbook is going to be a huge part in sports betting, especially during the college football season.

Here are six of the best college football sportsbooks to use the next time that you are wanting to wager on the sport.

Best College Football Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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Ohio State Buckeyes vs Texas Longhorns Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Oregon Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Presented by Prudential

Texas Longhorns vs Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Boise State Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl

Buffalo Bulls vs Liberty Flames Betting Pick & Prediction Bahamas Bowl

Louisville Cardinals vs Washington Huskies Betting Pick & Prediction Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl

Baylor Bears vs LSU Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction Kinder's Texas Bowl

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Michigan Wolverines Betting Pick & Prediction ReliaQuest Bowl

<p>The Bears and Mocs are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mocs will host the game at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored by -8 to win at home against Mercer.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +8</p><p>This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Even though we have Chattanooga winning straight-up, we like Mercer at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Mercer?</h3><p>After their 86-72 victory over UNCG, Mercer has won three straight games and now sits at 14-15 overall. The Bears' record in Southern Conference play is 7-9 compared to 7-6 in non-conference action.</p>

<p>So far this season, Mercer has been an underdog in 16 of their 29 games, going 6-10 in those contests. For the year, they have a road record of 4-9, including a 3-7 mark in their last 10 games away from home.</p><p>As the underdog, Mercer has been solid vs. the spread this season with a 9-7 record. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-7-1, but they have gone 4-1 vs. the spread in their last 5 games as the underdog. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bears have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Mercer games is 14-10-2, and the average point total in their games is 141.7. So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 145.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 165 points, and their over/under record during this stretch is 3-0.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Mercer offense ended with 86 points against UNCG. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 46.6% and made 10 threes. Offensively, the Bears have a season long field goal percentage of 44%, which is 203rd in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 218th in percentage and 297th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Bears' defense is ranked 151st in the country at 71.2 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.2 threes per game vs. Chattanooga. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.9%.</p><h3>Will Chattanooga Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Chattanooga enters this game with a 19-10 overall record and an 11-5 record in Southern Conference play. They are 9-3 at home this season, and their average scoring margin in those games is +8.8 points per game. The Mocs have won their last two games at home and are 8-2 in their last 10 at home.</p>

<p>Chattanooga is favored by 8 points in this game, and they have been the favorite in 18 of their 29 games this season. They are 13-5 when favored, and they are coming off a 71-62 loss to Citadel.</p><p>As the favorite, Chattanooga has gone 10-8 vs. the spread this season and is 6-4 in their last 10 games as the favorite. At home, the Mocs are 7-5 vs. the spread this season and are 6-3 in their last 10 home games vs. the spread.</p><p>Chattanooga's over/under record this year is 14-13 and today's line of 145.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (148.6). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 141 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3. Over their last 10 games, the average scoring total is 150 points and their over/under record is 5-5.</p><p>The Chattanooga offense is coming off a game where they scored 62 points against Citadel. They posted a field goal percentage of 38.3% and connected on 12 threes. In terms of offense, the Mocs have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 82nd in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 94th in percentage and 5th in three-pointers made.</p><p>On defense, Chattanooga is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.1 points per game. So far, the Chattanooga defense is giving up an average of 9.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.3 times per game (541st).</p>

Mercer Bears vs Chattanooga Mocs Betting Pick & Prediction 2/28/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hawks versus the Wolfpack? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACC. The game will be played at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 147.5 points, with the Wolfpack being the favored team playing at home against the Hawks.</p><h3>MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reynolds Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-67 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina State winning straight-up, we like Maryland Eastern Shore at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Maryland Eastern Shore as Away Dogs</h3><p>Heading into today's game, the Hawks currently have a 2-5 record, having lost their most recent game against Liberty by a score of 99-62. In their previous five road games, including those from last year, Maryland Eastern Shore has a record of 0-5. Maryland Eastern Shore has a subpar ATS performance, sitting below .500 with a 2-4 ATS record. When playing away from home, they have struggled vs. the spread this season at 1-3, and in their previous ten road games, they are 4-5-1 ATS.</p><p>Maryland Eastern Shore's games have, on average, featured 143.3 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-2-0. Their average over/under line is currently 138.7 points so far. The Hawks have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 141 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The Maryland Eastern Shore offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 62 points versus Liberty. During the game, they attempted 13 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 41.8%. The team's scoring leader is Chace Davis, who holds an average of 11.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Devon Ellis is averaging 10.9 points per game this season.</p><p>Coming into the game, Maryland Eastern Shore will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 80.7 points per game (234th). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Maryland Eastern Shore's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.2% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 28.5% this season.</p><h3>Can the Wolfpack Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>North Carolina State comes into the game against Maryland Eastern Shore with a 5-2 record on the season. In their last five home games, including last year, North Carolina State has gone 4-1. Entering today's game, North Carolina State holds a 3-4 record against the spread. This season, they have gone 1-3 vs. the spread on the road and 2-1 at home.</p><p>North Carolina State comes in with an over/under record of 3-3-1 through seven games, with their games averaging a combined 149.7 points per game so far. Looking at the Wolfpack's last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 with their games averaging 155 points per game.</p><p>North Carolina State is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 84 points versus Boston College. This output is higher than their season-average of 78.4 points per game. The top scorer for the Wolfpack was DJ Horne with 21 points, while Jayden Taylor also chipped in with 18 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the North Carolina State defense is giving up an average of 71.3 points per contest. So far, the North Carolina State defense is giving up an average of 8.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.7 times per game (271st).</p>

Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs North Carolina State Wolfpack Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/23

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