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<p>Planning on watching today's Bruins and Huskies game? Catch the action at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA, as the Huskies hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on FS1. UCLA come into this Big Ten conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 135.5 points.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 11:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UCLA Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>UCLA Bruins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCLA improved to 13-6 on the season with an 85-83 win over Wisconsin on Tuesday. The Bruins were favored by 3.5 points going into the home game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>UCLA was down 41-36 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 49 points while allowing 42. Their strong second-half performance was key to securing the win.</p><p>UCLA put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 60.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes (6/19). At the free-throw line, the Bruins shot 75%, making 21 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>John Tonje led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes and shooting 88.9% overall. Aday Mara was perfect from the field, going 7 for 7 and finishing with 22 points in 21 minutes. John Blackwell added 23 points, despite shooting just 35.7% from the floor.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed 23 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 60% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's opponent shot 31%, hitting 6 of 19 threes. The Bruins also sent them to the line 28 times, where they converted 21 free throws at a 75% clip. UCLA allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies fell to 9-9 on the season after an 82-71 road loss to Oregon on Tuesday, January 21st. Washington entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Washington trailed 34-32 at halftime before allowing 48 points in the 2nd half. They scored 39 points after the break. The game’s total points of 153 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Huskies put up 71 points, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely due to their struggles from beyond the arc, where they hit just 4 of 21 attempts (19%). Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 62.9% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Washington was solid, hitting 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%). TJ Bamba led the way with 21 points, while Great Osobor added 20 despite going 0 for 4 from three. Vazoumana Diallo was efficient, shooting 77.8% overall and adding 18 points.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Huskies allowed their opponent to hit 25 of 43 two-point attempts, a 58% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington's opponent shot 33%, making 6 of 18 threes. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 14 attempts for 77%.</p>

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<p>ESPN+ will be covering this week three non-conference matchup between the Houston Cougars and the Rice Owls, set to kick off at 8:00 ET at TDECU Stadium in Houston. The Cougars are the -4.5 point favorites at home, with the over/under line currently sitting at 44.5 points. Rice enters the game with a 1-1 record, while Houston is looking for their first win of the season.</p><h3>RICE OWLS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Cougars -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at TDECU Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Houston Cougars winning this one by a score of 27 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the Houston Cougars winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rice Owls Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>After dropping their season opener, Rice evened their record at 1-1 with a dominant 69-7 win over Texas Southern. The game saw no betting lines, but the combined score of 76 points surpassed any potential over/under.</p><p></p><p>The Owls took control early, leading 14-0 after the first quarter. By halftime, they had extended their lead to 38-0, and they continued to pour it on in the second half. Heading into the fourth quarter, Rice was up 55-0, and Texas Southern managed just 7 points in the final quarter.</p><p>Rice's offense was dominant in their 69-7 win, racking up 535 total yards and 24 first downs. The ground game was particularly effective, with 331 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Dean Connors led the way with 113 yards on just nine carries, averaging 12.6 yards per attempt, and finding the end zone three times.</p> 
<p>Quarterback E.J. Warner completed 66.7% of his passes for 189 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception. His top target, Braylen Walker, caught four passes for 47 yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Rice's defense was dominant in their most recent game, allowing just 40 rushing yards and 49 passing yards, with a total of 89 yards. The Owls picked off two passes, but they did give up one touchdown. Texas Southern managed just nine first downs against Rice's defense.</p><h3>Are The Houston Cougars Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>After a 16-12 loss to Oklahoma, Houston is looking to get their first win of the season. The Cougars, who were +27.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread, and the game’s total score of 28 points was lower than the over/under line of 49.5 points. This was Houston's second loss of the season, dropping them to 0-2.</p> <p></p><p>Houston fell behind 14-6 by halftime but managed to close the gap to 14-12 by the end of the third quarter. However, they were only able to add 2 points in the fourth quarter, while their defense held Oklahoma scoreless in the second half.</p><p>Donovan Smith led Houston's offense in their 16-12 loss to Oklahoma, throwing for 260 yards and one touchdown. Smith completed 85.7% of his passes and ended the game with a passer rating of 102.38. Joseph Manjack IV was his top target, catching three passes for 72 yards and a touchdown.</p> 
<p>The Cougars' offense totaled 318 yards, with 58 yards coming on the ground. Stacy Sneed led the team in rushing with 33 yards on 11 carries.</p><p>After allowing 256 total yards to Oklahoma, Houston's defense will be looking to bounce back. The Cougars were solid against the run, holding the Sooners to just 82 yards on the ground. In the passing game, Houston gave up 174 yards and two touchdowns, but they did manage to come away with an interception. Overall, the Cougars allowed 16 points in the 16-12 loss.</p>

Rice Owls vs Houston Cougars Betting Pick & Prediction 9/14/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 6th-ranked Magic (-116) will travel to Atlanta to take on the 10th-ranked Hawks (-104). Orlando is currently on a three-game win streak and is favored by a point over the Hawks. The over/under line for this Eastern Southeast Division matchup is currently sitting at 226 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the State Farm Arena and can be seen on BSSE.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Orlando Magic -1</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:00 ET on Sunday, February 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ORLANDO MAGIC:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-101 in favor of the Magic.</li><li>Our projections have Paolo Banchero finishing with Paolo Banchero points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Magic finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Magic Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>In their last game against the Pistons, the Magic won by a score of 112-109. The O/U line for that game was 225.5 points, and Orlando was favored by 8 points going into the game.</p>

<p>For the season, the Magic have an O/U record of 29-28, and their games have averaged 222.6 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 226 points.</p>

<p>Orlando has won three straight games and is currently 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 32-25. In the Southeast Division, they are in 1st place.</p>

<p>On the road, the Magic have a record of 14-17 straight-up and 19-12 against the spread. Their ATS record as the favorite on the road is 14-5, and they are 16-3 straight-up as the favorite.</p>

<p>Against Eastern Conference teams, the Magic are 22-14 and 10-11 in non-conference games. This season, they have an average scoring differential of -3.0 points per game on the road.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Magic are 25th in the league at 111.8 points per game. However, they have been better at home, averaging 114.6 points compared to 109.5 on the road.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, Orlando is 24th in the league at 97.5 possessions per game. They are also 15th in field goal percentage at 47% overall.</p>

<p>One area where the Magic have struggled is three-point shooting. They are last in the league in three-pointers made per game and 29th in three-point attempts. Overall, they are hitting 35% of their threes.</p><p>So far, the Magic's defense is ranked 6th in the league at 110.8 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Magic squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.5% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 35.8% from downtown.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Hawks have lost three straight games and are 24-32 overall this season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 10th place and are 3rd in the Southeast Division.</p>

<p>Against the spread, Atlanta is 17-39 for the season and has failed to cover in their last two home games. As the underdog, they are 8-17 vs. the spread and have gone 8-21 ATS at home.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Hawks lost to the Raptors by a score of 123-121. The O/U line for that game was 243.5, and Atlanta was favored by 7.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>This season, Hawks games have averaged a combined scoring total of 245.2 points, which is higher than today's O/U line of 226. Overall, Atlanta has a 31-25 record vs. the over/under.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Hawks are 14-24 compared to 10-8 in non-conference games. On the road, they are 9-18 ATS and have an ATS record of 11-16.</p><p>One of the league's top offenses, the Hawks come into this game ranked 4th in scoring at 121.3 points per game. However, they have struggled with their shooting efficiency, hitting just 46% of their shots (23rd).</p>

<p>Atlanta's offense has been especially potent at home, where they are averaging 124 points per game (2nd). In terms of pace, the Hawks are 3rd in the NBA at 101.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Hawks are 6th in both makes (13.7) and attempts (38.1) per game. Overall, they are hitting 36% of their shots from beyond the arc (21st).</p><p>On defense, the Hawks come into the game ranked 29th in the league in points allowed at 123.9 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 127 points per contest (18th). Atlanta's defense is currently forcing 12.7 turnovers per game, which is 14th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 25th in blocked shots, with an average of 4.5 rejections per game.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/25/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Nittany Lions and Hawkeyes face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 171.5 points, and Iowa is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Penn State.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</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 -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 171.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Penn State Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 13-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Rutgers on Monday. The Nittany Lions, who were -7 favorites at home, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-35 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by outscoring Rutgers 43-37 in the second half. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field and 47.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.2%, and they connected on 81.5% of their free throws, going 22 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 30 points, shooting 86.7% overall and 80% from deep. Yanic Konan Niederhauser was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, while Nick Kern Jr. went 4 for 4 from the field. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 22 points and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Penn State's defensive efforts, they allowed 72 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Nittany Lions gave up 24 made field goals, with 14 coming from two-point range, where the opposing team shot 50%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Penn State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting clip. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 81%. Penn State did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Iowa Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Iowa dropped to 12-7 on the season after a 72-67 home loss to Minnesota on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes were -8.5 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 32-28 at halftime, Iowa scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40, unable to make a comeback.</p><p>Iowa's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 21 threes for a 14.3% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 45.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, making 62.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Owen Freeman and Payton Sandfort each scored 21 points, with Freeman shooting 71.4% from the field. Sandfort made just 1 of 8 threes, finishing with a 12.5% shooting percentage from deep. Femi Odukale also had a strong game, hitting 5 of 8 shots overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even with Iowa allowing 72 points, their defense struggled to contain shots inside the arc, giving up a 62% shooting rate on two-pointers, as the opposing team went 25/40. However, Iowa did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponents to just 3/21 shooting from three-point range, a 14% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Iowa sent the other team to the stripe 12 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 66%. Iowa also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>The Eagles are favored at -174 on the money line as they host Washington at 8:15 ET on Thursday, November 14th. The Eagles are favored by -3.5 in this week 11 matchup, with the over/under line set at 48.5 points. The game is being televised on AMZN.</p><h3>WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Commanders +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 8:15 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON COMMANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 26 to 23</li><li>Even though we like the Eagles to win, our ATS pick is to take the Commanders at +3.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Commanders Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Washington enters week 11 with a 7-3 record, placing them 9th in our power rankings and giving them an 89.5% chance of making the playoffs. They are 2-0 in the NFC East, including a win over the Giants in week 9, but couldn’t follow that up with a victory in week 10, losing 28-27 to the Steelers. The Commanders were 1.5-point favorites in that game.</p> <p>Washington is 7-2-1 against the spread, with a +7.3 scoring margin. They are 5-1 ATS as favorites and 2-1-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 7-3, with the over hitting in their last two games. Their matchups have averaged 50.7 points per game, compared to an average line of 46.</p><p>Jayden Daniels’ passer rating has dropped in each of his last three games, going from 128 in week 9 to 68 in week 10, where he threw for 202 yards on 17/34 passing without a touchdown. Terry McLaurin led the team with 113 receiving yards on 5 catches, while Austin Ekeler had 44 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns on 13 carries. Washington scored all 28 of their points in the first three quarters against the Steelers, failing to score in the 4th.</p> <p>Heading into week 11, the Commanders rank 2nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 3rd in the NFL in points per game (29) and 4th in yards per game (377), with a focus on the run game, averaging 31.5 rushing attempts per game. Despite leading the league in red zone attempts, they rank 28th in red zone conversion percentage at 9.1%.</p><p>In their most recent game, Washington's defense gave up just 172 passing yards on 14 completions to the Steelers. However, they did allow three passing touchdowns, as Pittsburgh pulled out a 28-27 win. Washington struggled against the run, allowing 140 yards on 43 attempts, but they did force one interception and held Pittsburgh to a 48.3% completion rate.<p></p>Washington's defense also recorded three sacks and held Pittsburgh to a 43.8% third-down conversion rate. Despite their efforts, the Commanders gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed the Steelers to come back and win 28-27.</p><h3>Are The Eagles Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With five straight wins, the Eagles now sit at 7-2, putting them first in the NFC East and second in the conference. Their streak includes a 28-point win over the Cowboys in week 10, a 5-point victory over the Jaguars in week 9, and a 20-point road win over the Bengals in week 8. Philadelphia also picked up wins over the Giants in week 7 and the Browns in week 6.</p> <p></p><p>Heading into week 11, the Eagles have a 63.4% chance of winning the division and a 95.3% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 7th in our NFL power rankings and have an average scoring margin of +8 points per game. Against the spread, Philadelphia is 5-4, including a 3-4 record as the favorite and a 2-0 mark as the underdog.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense has been leaning heavily on the run game this season, leading the NFL with 36 rushing attempts per game and ranking 2nd in rushing yards with 176.1 per game. Saquon Barkley rushed for 66 yards on 14 carries in week 10 after posting 159 yards on 27 carries in week 9. The Eagles are 20th in passing yards, averaging 197.8 per game, despite ranking 31st in pass attempts. Jalen Hurts threw for 202 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 10, following his 230-yard, 2-touchdown performance in week 9.</p> <p>Philadelphia ranks 6th in the NFL in both points per game (25.9) and total yards (373.9). They are 14th in 3rd-down conversions, with a 39.2% success rate, and 26th in red zone conversion percentage. The Eagles have struggled in the 1st quarter, ranking 28th in scoring. Heading into week 11, they are 8th in our offensive power rankings.</p><p>In their 34-6 win over the Cowboys, the Eagles' defense was outstanding, giving up just 49 yards passing and forcing one interception. Dallas managed only 97 yards rushing on 24 attempts, averaging exactly 4.0 yards per attempt. The Eagles defended the run well, and Dallas couldn't get anything going through the air, finishing with a 58.6% completion rate and going just 3-of-14 on third down.<p></p>Philadelphia's defense also came away with three sacks in the game and completely shut down the Cowboys' passing game, not allowing a single touchdown.</p>

Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Capitals and Kraken. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The Capitals are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Kraken. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Kraken winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+122)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Capitals Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes moved the Capitals to 32-10-5 this season. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit that number exactly, resulting in a push. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>After giving up the first goal, the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period, but that was all they could manage. The Hurricanes scored three unanswered goals to secure the win, including an empty-netter with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Washington's offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime followed with his 2nd goal. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were hindered by 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Washington's goals came in the first period, with Duhaime scoring at 19:49. Nic Dowd recorded his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin's goal.</p><p>Washington's defense allowed the first goal just 5:59 into the first period and then gave up three more after taking a 2-1 lead, including two in the second and an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the Capitals' defense struggled with just 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Can the Kraken Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Kraken fell to 21-24-3 after a 2-0 road loss to the Bruins. Seattle, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 2.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with the Kraken unable to find the net. Seattle’s offense struggled, managing only 23 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>Seattle's offense was held scoreless in their 2-0 loss to Boston, despite putting 23 shots on goal. The Kraken struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game.</p> <p>After a 2-0 first period, the Kraken were unable to find the net in the second and third periods. None of their players scored in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals in the first period, including a power-play goal at the 10:03 mark. However, they settled in after that, not allowing another goal for the rest of the game. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense contributed 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Jayhawks and Bearcats game? Catch the action at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati, OH, as the Bearcats hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Cincinnati is favored by -2.5 vs. Kansas in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Bearcats -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fifth Third Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CINCINNATI BEARCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Bearcats.</li><li>Not only will Cincinnati pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Kansas Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 11-3 on the season with a 74-55 win over Arizona State on Wednesday. The Jayhawks, playing at home, were -14.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 42-36 at halftime, Kansas dominated the 2nd half, outscoring the Sun Devils 38-13 to secure the win.</p><p>Kansas put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.3% (20/39) and a three-point percentage of 30.4% (7/23). They were perfect from the free-throw line, going 13/13.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, the Jayhawks grabbed 14 rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Zeke Mayo led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arc, while Alston Mason added 19 points, shooting 60% overall and 50% from three. Hunter Dickinson contributed 15 points and 12 rebounds, despite shooting just 33.3% from the field.</p><p>In their previous game, Kansas held their opponent to 55 points, despite allowing them to shoot 43% from the field. The Jayhawks gave up 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 20 of 39 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 23 attempts, a 30% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they shot 100% from the free-throw line. Kansas allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does Cincinnati Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cincinnati Bearcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearcats fell to 10-4 on the season after a 68-48 loss to Baylor on Tuesday. Cincinnati went into the game as +5.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>They trailed 35-20 at the half and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 116 fell well short of the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 48 points on 34.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, with two-point shooting at 34.6% and three-point shooting at 34.8% (8/23). They also hit just 50% of their free throws, going 6/12 from the line.</p> <p>Dan Skillings Jr., Norchad Omier, and VJ Edgecombe each scored 18 points for the Bearcats, with Skillings hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Omier shot 77.8% overall and added 10 rebounds and 3 assists, while Aziz Bandaogo was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Even though Cincinnati gave up 68 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field, including 55% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Bearcats held their opponent to 5 made threes on 14 attempts, a 35% shooting rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Cincinnati's opponent went 9/11, hitting 81% of their attempts. The Bearcats also gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs Cincinnati Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolverines and Boilermakers. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Boilermakers at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Purdue is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Michigan.</p><h3>MICHIGAN WOLVERINES VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Boilermakers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE BOILERMAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Not only will Purdue pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Michigan Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Michigan improved to 14-4 on the season with an 80-76 win over Northwestern on Sunday. The Wolverines were -9 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread, winning by just four points. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 35-30 at halftime, Michigan turned things around in the second half, outscoring Northwestern 50-41 to secure the win.</p><p>Michigan's offense put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 36.1% from the field and 25.9% from three-point range. They hit 7 of 27 attempts from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.6%.</p> <p>Vladislav Goldin led the way with 31 points, hitting 3 of 6 threes and shooting 56.2% overall. The Wolverines also got a big contribution from the free-throw line, making 29 of 37 attempts for a 78.4% success rate.</p><p>Even with Michigan's defense holding their opponent to 36% shooting, the Wolverines couldn't keep them off the free-throw line, where they gave up 29 points on 37 attempts. Michigan's defense allowed 76 points overall, with 15 field goals coming from two-point range at a 44% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Michigan limited their opponent to just 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. The Wolverines also conceded 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are Purdue Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Purdue Boilermakers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Purdue’s season record dropped to 15-5 after a 73-70 home loss to Ohio State on Tuesday. The Boilermakers, who were -10.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Purdue led 41-28 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 45. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p><p>Purdue put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They hit 51.1% of their two-point attempts and connected on 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 3 of 9 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they converted 75%, going 15 for 20.</p> <p>Offensively, Trey Kaufman-Renn led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% from the field. Micah Parrish added 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 from three-point range, finishing with an 80% shooting performance overall. Braden Smith contributed 8 assists, despite shooting just 21.4% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Purdue's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponents under 73 points, as they allowed them to shoot 48% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 54 attempts. Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where Purdue gave up 23 two-point field goals on 45 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Purdue's defense held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 9 attempts, a 33% success rate. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 75%. Purdue also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Michigan Wolverines vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>ESPN2 is covering the week 13 matchup between the SMU Mustangs and Virginia Cavaliers, set to kick off at 12:00 ET from Scott Stadium in Charlottesville. The over/under line is currently 58 points. The Mustangs are the heavy favorite at -9.5 points, and the money line odds have them at -343. SMU comes in with a 9-1 record, while Virginia is 5-5 on the season.</p><h3>SMU MUSTANGS VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: SMU Mustangs -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scott Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SMU MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have the SMU Mustangs winning this one by a score of 36 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the SMU Mustangs winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -9.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 58 points</li></ul><h3>Will The SMU Mustangs Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 9-1 record, SMU heads into Week 13 against Virginia, ranked 15th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 36.4% shot at winning the Atlantic Coast. The Mustangs also have a 41.3% chance of making the playoff, the 13th best odds in the nation.</p> <p></p><p>SMU is 3-0 on the road and 4-1 at home this season. They’ve been favored in six of their ten games, going 5-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +17.5 points, and they are 5-3 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 58 points. SMU’s games have an average over/under line of 53.9 points, and they’ve averaged 62.3 points per game. Their over/under record stands at 5-3, with an average margin of +8.0 points.</p><p>Heading into week 13, SMU’s offense ranks 6th in scoring, averaging 39.9 points per game. They are 28th in our offensive power rankings. The Mustangs have a strong rushing attack, averaging 197.4 yards per game on 39.2 attempts.</p> <p>Brashard Smith leads the ground game with 1,023 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and an average of 6 yards per carry. Quarterback Kevin Jennings has thrown for 2,198 yards with a passer rating of 107. SMU is 19th in third-down conversions, converting 46.1% of their attempts.</p><p>SMU’s defense has been strong against the run this season, ranking 10th nationally by allowing just 100.5 rushing yards per game. In their recent game against Boston College, they gave up 180 rushing yards on 43 attempts and allowed three rushing touchdowns. Through the air, SMU allowed 237 passing yards but also recorded an interception.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have completed just 54.4% of their passes against SMU, the 19th-lowest rate in the country. On average, SMU’s defense has faced 37.2 pass attempts per game, allowing 249.6 passing yards per game. Overall, they rank 37th in the nation, giving up 22.4 points per game.</p><h3>Are The Virginia Cavaliers Going Win In At Upset At Scott Stadium</h3><p>Virginia enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, and they have a 39.5% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, they are 1-3, while their road record stands at 3-2. The Cavaliers have been favored in five games this season, going 3-2 in those matchups.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Virginia is 5-3-1, with a 3-1-1 record on the road and 2-2 at home. They are 2-2-1 ATS as the favorite and 3-1 as the underdog, with an average scoring margin of -2.7 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 58 points. Virginia’s games have averaged 52.3 points, and their over/under record is 3-6, with an average line of 54.8 points this season.</p><p>Virginia’s offense ranks 85th in our power rankings heading into week 13, averaging 24.8 points per game. They are 29th in passing attempts, with Anthony Colandrea throwing for 2,017 yards and 12 touchdowns, though he has 11 interceptions and a passer rating of 79.</p> <p>Virginia is 48th in passing yards per game, and their third-down conversion rate is 35.1%, ranking 102nd nationally. Xavier Brown leads the rushing attack with 488 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, but has only one touchdown. Malachi Fields has 746 receiving yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Virginia's defense has struggled this season, allowing 27.5 points per game. In their recent game against Notre Dame, they gave up 35 points, including three passing touchdowns, while allowing 450 total yards, with 236 yards on the ground.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 90.5 passer rating against Virginia, throwing for 258 yards per game. On the ground, Virginia has allowed 143.9 rushing yards per game on 34.2 attempts.</p>

SMU Mustangs vs Virginia Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Wolves and Governors face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Governors are hosting the game at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 130.5 points, and Austin Peay is favored by -8.5 to win at home against West Georgia.</p><h3>WEST GEORGIA WOLVES VS AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Austin Peay Governors -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at F&M Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 94-57 in favor of the Governors.</li><li>Not only will Austin Peay pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will West Georgia Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>West Georgia's season continued to struggle as they fell to 1-13 after a 78-62 home loss to Stetson on Saturday. The Wolves, who were -4 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 32-30 at halftime, West Georgia's defense faltered in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring just 30. This collapse was a key factor in their latest defeat.</p><p>West Georgia struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they hit only 55% of their free throws.</p> <p>Mehki Ellison led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, shooting 60% from the floor. Josh Massey added 21 points, hitting 85.7% of his shots, while Jordan Wood contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Even though West Georgia gave up 78 points, their defense held the opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 66 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 35%, hitting 18 of their 51 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, West Georgia allowed 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. The opponent also struggled from the free-throw line, making 11 of 20 for 55%. West Georgia gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Governors Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Austin Peay’s season continued to struggle as they fell to 4-9 after a 68-44 loss to Jacksonville on Saturday. The Governors, who were +6 underdogs going into the game, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 112, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>In the game, Austin Peay trailed 27-19 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half. They scored 25 points after the break but allowed Jacksonville to put up 41 points, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Austin Peay's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 44 points on 27.5% shooting from the field. They hit only 4 of 28 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 14.3% three-point percentage and an effective field goal percentage of 30.4%.</p> <p>Robert McCray led the team with 15 points and 4 assists, while Zach Bell and LJ Thomas each added 12 points. Bell shot 71.4% from the field, while Thomas connected on just 5 of 18 attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 68 points, Austin Peay's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 46% from the field, hitting 24 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Governors allowed 19 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, also at a 46% clip.</p> <p>From three-point range, Austin Peay's defense saw their opponent connect on 5 of 11 shots, good for 45%. They also sent the opposing team to the line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 75%. The Governors gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Georgia Wolves vs Austin Peay Governors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>The Seahawks and Cougars are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Cougars will host the game at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. The odds for this Coastal Athletic Association conference game currently have Charleston as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>UNCW SEAHAWKS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Seahawks Stand a Chance in Charleston?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 12-5 on the season with an 85-74 win over William & Mary on Monday. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNCW led 43-37 at halftime and maintained their edge in the second half, outscoring the Tribe 42-37. The game’s total points of 159 exceeded the over/under line of 154.5.</p><p>In their last game, the UNCW Seahawks put up 85 points, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They were strong inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making just 4 of 16 threes (25%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Seahawks connected on 25 of 32 attempts, good for 78.1%. Bo Montgomery led the way with 24 points and 7 rebounds, while Donovan Newby and Gabe Dorsey each added 18 points, with Newby hitting 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Despite UNCW's defensive struggles, they allowed 74 points on 50% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 28 of 56 attempts. The Seahawks gave up 60% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponent connected on 24 of 40 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW held their opponent to 25% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 16 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 25 free throws for a 78% success rate. The Seahawks also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Cougars Win at TD Arena?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston improved to 14-4 on the season with a narrow 87-85 win over Northeastern on Saturday. Despite being -6.5 favorites, the Cougars didn’t cover the spread, but they got the win at home.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 45-43 at halftime and matched Northeastern’s 42 points in the second half. The game’s total points of 172 exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Charleston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 87 points with a field goal percentage of 51.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60%, thanks in part to their 52.4% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 21 threes.</p> <p>Deywilk Tavarez was the star, knocking down 8 of 9 threes and finishing with 32 points and 4 assists. Ante Brzovic was also efficient, scoring 24 points on 10 of 13 shooting, while Rashad King contributed 22 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Charleston's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed 31 made field goals on 60 attempts, with the opposing team hitting 20 of their 39 two-point shots, also at a 51% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense allowed 11 threes on 21 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 14, shooting 66%. The Cougars limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p>

UNCW Seahawks vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

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<p>The Wild and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on BSN. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The odds for this Western conference game currently have the Flames as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Wild to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (-111)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Wild Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Currently, the Wild hold an overall record of 8-10-4 for the season. On the road, Minnesota has a 3-6-2 record, while they are 5-4-2 at their home venue. Their current record places them 7th in the Western Central division and 12th in the Western conference.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, Minnesota posted a 12-10 record. On the road they are 6-5 against the puck line, while their overall home performance is 6-5. On average, Minnesota's games have finished with 6.8 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.3. In total, the Wild come in with an over/under record of 12-9-1.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Minnesota has an puck line record of 1-2 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.</p><p>Offensively, the Wild come into the game at 3.1 goals per contest placing 26th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 25th position in the league. This year, the Wild have recorded a 7-4 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have 1-6 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Minnesota's offense is Joel Eriksson Ek. Coming into the game he has 11 goals, ranking 31st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 7 assists so far.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Flames' defense is 19th in takeaways at 6.4 takeaways per contest. Overall, they are giving up 3.1 goals per game which is 25th in the NHL.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Calgary, goalie Filip Gustavsson has started 13 games in this season. His current record is 4-6, and his save percentage stands at 89.1%.</p><h3>Can the Flames Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Coming into their game vs. Wild, the Flames have a 10-11-3 record. They hold a 5-4-1 record when playing at home, and they have gone 5-7-2 on the road. In the Western Pacific division, they are currently 4th, and in the Western conference, they come into the game sitting 10th.</p><p>When it came to the puck line, Calgary heads in with a 10-14 record. On the road, their mark is 4-10 and their overall home performance is 6-4 vs. the puck line. For the season, Calgary's games have finished with an average of 6.4 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Flames have an over/under record of 15-8-1.</p><p>Across their three previous home games, Calgary has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Flames are scoring an 3 goals per game this season, ranking 21st in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 11th in the league. This season, the Flames are 6-7 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 3-4 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Calgary's offense is Elias Lindholm. Coming into the game he has 7 goals, ranking 111st in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Lindholm has 10 assists this season.</p><p>The Flames' defense comes into the game with a ranking of 19th in takeaways and an average of 6.4 takeaways per contest. They hold 25th place in the NHL for goals allowed, with an average of 3.1 goals given up per game.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Dan Vladar has started seven games this season. His current record stands at 4-2, and his save percentage is 88.3%.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/5/23

<p>Betting on today's Sabres and Flames game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB, as the Flames hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Flames being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Flames picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Calgary Possible for the Sabres?</h3><p>Buffalo's 2-1 loss to the Red Wings dropped them to 18-24-5 for the season. The Sabres held a 1-0 lead after the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Their lone goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored short-handed in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch netted his fifth goal of the season, scoring shorthanded at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Tuch led the team with 5 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense gave up two goals in their last game, both coming in the second period on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Does Calgary Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers moved them to 22-16-7 for the season. The Flames, who were underdogs on the puck line, saw the total set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 6 falling just short of the line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied the game with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to the Oilers. Anthony Mantha scored his fourth goal of the season on a power play in the second period, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal in the third.</p> <p>Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, and Mikael Backlund added his fourth assist. Kevin Bahl was credited with his fifth assist on Sharangovich’s goal. The Flames were hampered by 22 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames will look to bounce back after giving up four goals to the Oilers, including the game-winner at 9:50 in the 3rd period and an empty-netter with just three seconds left. Goalie Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, while the defense added 15 blocks and 13 hits. The Flames also took 6 penalty minutes, one of which led to a power-play goal for the Oilers.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Runnin' Utes face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Runnin' Utes are hosting the game at Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, UT. The odds for this Big 12 conference game currently have Utah as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>BYU COUGARS VS UTAH RUNNIN' UTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Runnin' Utes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jon M. Huntsman Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH RUNNIN' UTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Runnin' Utes.</li><li>Not only will Utah pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cougars Have What it Takes in Salt Lake City?</h3><p>BYU improved to 11-5 on the season with an 85-69 win over Oklahoma State on Tuesday. The Cougars, who were -14 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>BYU jumped out to a 46-26 lead by halftime but allowed 43 points in the second half while scoring 39. Despite the defensive lapse, the Cougars’ early lead was enough to secure the win.</p><p>BYU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 51.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.5%, thanks in part to hitting 42.9% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Trevin Knell led the way with 18 points, knocking down 4 threes, while Jamyron Keller also hit 4 from deep, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc. Dallin Hall was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4, including 3 for 3 from three-point range.</p><p>BYU's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 69 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to connect on 62% of their two-point attempts, as they went 15/24 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, BYU's defense allowed 12 threes on 28 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 19 for 70%. The Cougars gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Utah Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Utah Runnin' Utes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Utah improved to 10-6 on the season with a 73-65 road win over TCU on Wednesday. The Utes entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Utah led 30-26 at halftime and put up 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The total points for the game came in at 138, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Utah's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They were strong inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes (6/21).</p> <p>Vasean Allette led the way with 19 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting 37.5% overall. Gabe Madsen added 17 points, though he hit just 26.7% from the field and 18.2% from three. Keanu Dawes was efficient, scoring 16 points on 7/10 shooting.</p><p>Utah's defense was solid, holding their opponent to 65 points on 37% shooting from the field. They limited two-point shots effectively, with the other team making just 17 of 44 attempts for 38%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 21 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 47%.</p>

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The 73rd NASCAR Cup Series season gets underway on Tuesday night with the Busch Clash and then continues on Thursday night with the Daytona Duels. We’ll take a look at the Daytona 500 in a separate article, but preview the Clash, the Duels, and the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series season in this separate article.

The schedule looks a lot different this year and there are some team and rules adjustments that we need to tackle so that readers are ready for anything that gets thrown at them during the season.

We’ll start with the overall changes and then look at Tuesday and Thursday’s races.
<h3><strong><u>Schedule Changes</u></strong></h3>
NASCAR is trying to bring a more exciting product to its fans and viewers. Viewers have been bored with the standard 1.5-mile tracks where it comes down to the best equipment. This year, the drivers will run the Busch Clash on the Daytona International Speedway Road Course and the second race of the year, the Go Bowling 235, will be on the road course.

Homestead-Miami will follow as the third race of the year. The seventh race of the year will be the Food City Dirt Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, which has been transformed into a dirt oval for the first race at Thunder Valley. The second race will be the Night Race in the playoffs.

Other wrinkles include a race on the Road Course in Austin, Texas at the Circuit of the Americas on May 23. Nashville Superspeedway is a new track added to the rotation with the Ally 400 on June 20. There will be another back-to-back at Pocono on June 26-27. Road America, which has been used at the Xfinity Series level, will now be a Cup Series race on July 4 Weekend.

The race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway will be a Road Course race on August 15.

Dover is down to one date, with the Nashville date coming from one of the Delaware races. Kentucky Speedway and Chicagoland Speedway are not on the schedule, taking away a couple of 1.5-mile tracks. Atlanta Motor Speedway picked up one of the dates. Auto Club Speedway is not on the schedule because of COVID-19 protocols in California.

The All-Star Race has moved to Texas Motor Speedway, which now houses only one points race.
<h3><strong><u>Team &amp; Driver Changes</u></strong></h3>
Erik Jones is no longer with Joe Gibbs Racing. He’ll run for Richard Petty Motorsports in the 43 car. Bubba Wallace who was in the 43, is now in the 23 for 23XI Racing.

Ross Chastain will take over the Chip Ganassi Racing car that Matt Kenseth drove in his return last season.

Alex Bowman has moved behind the wheel of the 48, vacated by the retirement of Jimmie Johnson. Bowman is still with Hendrick Motorsports. Hendrick has also added Kyle Larson to its stable of drivers. He’ll drive the 88 of Bowman, which has been renumbered as the 5 car.

Clint Bowyer also retired. Chase Briscoe is now a full-time Cup Series driver in the 14 car for Stewart-Haas Racing.

As far as some crew chief changes, Chad Knaus has moved into an executive role for Hendrick Motorsports, so William Byron’s crew chief will now be Rudy Fugle, who comes over from Kyle Busch Motorsports.

Cliff Daniels, who was with Jimmie Johnson, is now Kyle Larson’s crew chief for Hendrick.

Ben Beshore is the new crew chief for Kyle Busch. Busch’s former crew chief, Adam Stevens, is now the crew chief for Christopher Bell.
<h3><strong><u>NASCAR Rule Changes for 2021</u></strong></h3>
NASCAR didn’t change much as far as the rules package. Darlington Raceway and Nashville Superspeedway will use the low downforce package.

Another rule change is that teams must run at least 16 points events with a short block sealed engine. The previous rule was 13.

Really, the majority of the changes for NASCAR have been related to the schedule. There is a new Next Gen Car coming in 2022, so it makes sense that NASCAR wouldn’t upset the apple cart too much this year.
<h3><strong><u>Cup Series Futures</u></strong></h3>
Here are the championship odds for 2021 per <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a>:
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kevin Harvick</td>
<td width="295">+500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Chase Elliott</td>
<td width="295">+500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Denny Hamlin</td>
<td width="295">+500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kyle Busch</td>
<td width="295">+600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Joey Logano</td>
<td width="295">+600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Martin Truex Jr</td>
<td width="295">+700</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Brad Keselowski</td>
<td width="295">+800</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kyle Larson</td>
<td width="295">+900</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ryan Blaney</td>
<td width="295">+1200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Alex Bowman</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kurt Busch</td>
<td width="295">+2800</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Aric Almirola</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">William Byron</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Christopher Bell</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Matt DiBenedetto</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Darrell Wallace Jr</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Cole Custer</td>
<td width="295">+6500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Austin Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+7000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Erik Jones</td>
<td width="295">+7000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Tyler Reddick</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ross Chastain</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Chase Briscoe</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ryan Newman</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Chris Buescher</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ricky Stenhouse Jr</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">John Hunter Nemechek</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The finale is at Phoenix Raceway again, so Kevin Harvick has to be the starting point for any handicap of the championship. Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin are also very worthy of sharing the co-favorite odds. It would be a surprise to see anybody outside of those three take down the title.

Those three drivers combined to win 21 of the 36 races last season. There are some new wrinkles to the schedule that could upset the balance of NASCAR, but those changes probably help Elliott and Hamlin because both are good road course racers. They may hurt Harvick, who is at his best on the oval tracks.

Brad Keselowski at +800 is about as far as I would go. NASCAR’s competitive imbalance makes it hard to take any long shots here. There really isn’t much value in holding your money into the month of November for a payout this low.
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<h3><strong><u>Busch Clash</u></strong></h3>
Alright, let’s get to it with the Busch Clash, which will be run on the Daytona Road Course on Tuesday night.

Here are the odds from MyBookie Sportsbook:
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="295">Chase Elliott</td>
<td width="295">+180</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Martin Truex Jr.</td>
<td width="295">+330</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Denny Hamlin</td>
<td width="295">+800</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kyle Busch</td>
<td width="295">+1000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kevin Harvick</td>
<td width="295">+1000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Brad Keselowski</td>
<td width="295">+1200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ryan Blaney</td>
<td width="295">+1200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Joey Logano</td>
<td width="295">+1600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Alex Bowman</td>
<td width="295">+1600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">William Byron</td>
<td width="295">+1600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Kurt Busch</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Erik Jones</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Chris Buescher</td>
<td width="295">+3000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Matt DiBenedetto</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ryan Newman</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ricky Stenhouse Jr.</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Aric Almirola</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Austin Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Tyler Reddick</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Cole Custer</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="295">Ty Dillon</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Ryan Blaney has the pole position for the 20-lap, 50-mile “All Out Sprint” with no points, but a big cash prize. The criteria for this year’s race was changed because qualifying was so limited last year during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Busch Pole Award winners from the last five years, Busch Clash winners, Daytona 500 winners, Daytona 500 pole winners, playoff drivers, race winners, and stage winners are eligible, with only those that raced full-time last season. Hence the small field that we have here.

There are 14 turns on the 3.61-mile road course. It makes sense that Chase Elliott would be the favorite, as he has had plenty of road course success before. Rain has canceled this event several times before and rain is in the forecast virtually all week in Daytona Beach, so hopefully they can run this.

Elliott won the Go Bowling 235 last year on this track. Elliott won Stage 1 and then the full race. Denny Hamlin won Stage 2 and he’s the third favorite on the betting board. It is surprising to see Martin Truex Jr. listed second.

To me, Hamlin has some value at +800.
<h3><strong><u>Daytona Duels</u></strong></h3>
At time of writing, there were no odds on the Daytona Duels, but we can mention them quickly here. Joey Logano has won one of the two Duels each of the last two years. William Byron and Kevin Harvick are the others. It was Ryan Blaney and Chase Elliott in 2018 and Elliott and Denny Hamlin in 2017.

The Duels are 60 laps each measuring 150 miles on the speedway track. The Duels set the starting grid for the Daytona 500, assuming they are able to be run, weather-permitting, so keep an eye on how this one goes.
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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Lakers (-192) will host the Celtics (+160) in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are favored by 5 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line for the game is 221.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and can be seen on TNT.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-100 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Boston Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Boston improved to 31-13 on the season with a 117-113 road win over the Clippers on Wednesday. The Celtics were favored by 11.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, while the total score of 230 points exceeded the O/U line of 217.</p> <p>After trailing 84-81 going into the 4th quarter, Boston went on a decisive 13-0 run, extending their lead from 89-85 to 102-85. They outscored the Clippers 22-19 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 25 points and 6 assists in their 117-113 win over the Clippers, shooting 53.3% from the field. Jayson Tatum added 24 points, despite hitting just 40.9% of his shots, and Derrick White contributed 20 points, with 10 coming in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Boston made 19 threes, shooting 38% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 45.6%. Brown hit both of his three-point attempts, while Tatum and White each connected on 4 threes, shooting 30.8% and 33.3%, respectively.</p><p>Despite a rough 1st quarter where they gave up 34 points, the Celtics tightened up their defense, allowing just 25 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters and only 19 in the 4th. They managed to hold the Clippers to 113 points, even though Los Angeles shot 52% from the field.</p> <p>Boston did a great job defending the three, limiting the Clippers to 9 made threes on 32% shooting. They also sent the Clippers to the line just 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Celtics recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Lakers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 23-18 on the season with a 111-88 win over the Wizards on Tuesday. Playing at home, Los Angeles entered the game as -13.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a +23 point margin. The total score of 199 points fell well short of the 227.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Los Angeles took control early, winning each of the first three quarters before clamping down on defense in the 4th, holding Washington to just 11 points.</p><p>Anthony Davis led the Lakers to a win over the Wizards, scoring 29 points and grabbing 16 rebounds while shooting 63.6% from the field. LeBron James added a triple-double with 21 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds, and Dorian Finney-Smith contributed 16 points, hitting 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 47.8% from the field and made 11 threes at 32.4%. Davis scored 19 points in the first half, while LeBron added 10 in the 2nd quarter. Austin Reaves also scored 16 points, with 7 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Lakers put on a defensive clinic against the Wizards, holding them to just 88 points on Tuesday. They gave up 23 points in the 1st quarter, 26 in the 2nd, and 28 in the 3rd, but really clamped down in the 4th, allowing only 11 points. Overall, they held Washington to 35% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lakers limited the Wizards to 11 made threes on 25% shooting. They also sent Washington to the free-throw line just 13 times, where they made 9. On the boards, the Lakers grabbed 43 defensive rebounds while allowing 9 offensive boards. They also added 6 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

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<p>We have a five-game slate in the NBA action on Saturday, January 7, including this inter-conference tilt in San Francisco, and here you can check out the best Magic vs. Warriors betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Golden State will try to return to winning ways when they host Orlando at Chase Center. The Warriors are 6-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 229.5 points. These inter-conference rivals have already met this season, and the Magic edged the Warriors 130-129 in Orlando.</p>



<p><strong>Magic lost to the Grizzlies at home</strong></p>



<p>The Orlando Magic (14-25, 20-18-1 ATS) managed to snap a three-game losing skid with a home win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, but they closed a three-game home stand with a 123-115 loss against the Memphis Grizzlies. The second quarter was crucial as the Grizzlies won that period by 20 points, while the visitors controlled the boards (49-39) and kept the Magic to 46.4% from the field.</p>



<p>Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 30 points and team-high nine rebounds. Franz Wagner added 22 points and two steals, Wendell Carter had 18 points and seven boards, and Terrence Ross scored 14 points.</p>



<p>PF Jonathan Isaac (knee) and PF Chuma Okeke (knee) are out indefinitely. C Moritz Wagner served his two-game suspension and will return to the lineup against Golden State on Saturday. C Bol Bol (quarantine) is questionable to feature.</p>



<p><strong>Warriors fell short of the Pistons at home</strong></p>



<p>The Golden State Warriors (20-19, 18-20-1 ATS) were going through their best period of the season as they recorded five consecutive wins, but that positive run ended with a 122-119 home loss to the Detroit Pistons. All five wins came at home as the Warriors are currently on an eight-game homestay after which they will hit the road for the next five games. Golden State shot well from the floor (51.7%) against Detroit and the teams were pretty tied, but Saddiq Bey’s buzzer-beating three-pointer snatched a win for the visitors.</p>



<p>Klay Thompson led the Warriors with 30 points. Jordan Poole contributed 24 points, team-high six assists, and five rebounds, Ty Jerome scored 18, Anthony Lamb chipped in 17 points, while Kevon Looney had eight points, game-high 15 boards, two steals, and two blocks.</p>



<p>PG Stephen Curry (shoulder), SF Andre Iguodala (hip), PF JaMychal Green (leg), C James Wiseman (ankle), and SF Jonathan Kuminga (foot) are out indefinitely. SF Andrew Wiggins (illness) is questionable to face the Magic on Saturday.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Orlando:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-4 ATS in the last five games overall</li><li>1-4 ATS in the last five after scoring 100 points or more in their previous game</li></ul>



<p><strong>Golden State:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1-1 ATS in the last six games overall</li><li>9-4 ATS in the last 13 games following an ATS loss</li></ul>



<p><strong>Orlando Magic vs. Golden State Warriors Pick</strong></p>



<p>The Warriors are the best home and the worst road team in the NBA so far in the season. Golden State is 17-3 at home, so that loss to the Pistons was quite surprising, and I am expecting the hosts to bounce back in this one with a victory. Steve Kerr’s side showed it can play without Stephen Curry, and I am sure they can beat Orlando on Saturday. The Warriors have the fifth-best offense in the NBA that scores 117.2 points per game, while the Magic are averaging 110.3 ppg. Orlando has a better defense, but that is not going to help the visitors here.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Warriors at -5.5 (-125)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Although the Magic has a stronger defense than the Warriors, they did allow 110+ points in each of their last eight games. Golden State scored 110+ in each of the previous seven games and I am backing the hosts to get 120+ with ease here. Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole are good enough to combine for 50+ points, while I am going with the visitors to contribute around 110 points. Over is 6-2 in the Magic’s last eight overall, while Over is 5-1 in the Warriors’ previous six games following an ATS loss.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Over 227.5 points (-130)</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Golden Eagles face off at 7:00 ET on FS1. The Golden Eagles are hosting the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Marquette as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Villanova Wildcats +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VILLANOVA WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Marquette winning straight-up, we like Villanova at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Villanova Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Villanova’s season record dropped to 12-8 after a narrow 64-63 loss to Georgetown on Monday. The Wildcats, who were -7.5 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Villanova led 34-27 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 29. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p><p>Villanova's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes on 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 9-for-12.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 29 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip, while Micah Peavy added 24 points, shooting 66.7% from deep. Villanova grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the game.</p><p>Villanova's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 40%, hitting 10 of 25 three-point attempts. Villanova also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Golden Eagles Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 16-3 on the season with a 76-59 road win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles entered the game as -13 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Marquette took control early, leading 33-21 at halftime. They scored 43 points in the second half while allowing 38. The game’s total points (135) fell just under the 138.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Marquette put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 37% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 27 from deep, while going 14 of 31 on two-pointers (45.2%). At the free-throw line, the Golden Eagles made 18 of 25 attempts, good for 72%.</p> <p>Isaiah Coleman led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 9 of 14 from the field. Kam Jones added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, and Prince Aligbe contributed 12 points on 6 of 8 shooting. Marquette also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the win.</p><p>Marquette's defense gave up 59 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. The Golden Eagles struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 62% of their attempts (20/32).</p> <p>However, Marquette's defense excelled at the perimeter, holding the opposition to just 1/11 from three-point range, a 9% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Marquette Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Timberwolves (-120) will host the Grizzlies (+101) in a Western Conference matchup. Minnesota is currently favored by 1.5 points and has won three straight games. The over/under line for this game is 230 points.</p>

<p>Memphis is 24-14 and sits third in the Western Conference, while Minnesota is 20-17 and seventh. The game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and can be seen on FDSN.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 148-121 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Memphis?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 24-14 on the season after a 119-115 home loss to the Rockets on Thursday. Memphis, favored by three points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 234 narrowly missed the over/under line of 234.5.</p> <p>Houston’s 12-0 run early on shifted momentum, taking the score from 22-19 to 31-22. Memphis tried to fight back, winning the 2nd quarter 27-23 and holding the Rockets to 18 points in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough as they couldn’t overcome a 101-92 deficit heading into the final period.</p><p>Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 27 points in their 119-115 loss to the Rockets, scoring 14 of those in the 3rd quarter. Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 21 points, and Desmond Bane added 16, with 10 coming in the final period.</p> <p>Memphis shot 50% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 31.2% of their threes, making 10 in total. Bane connected on 2 threes, shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, the Grizzlies couldn’t overcome a 45-point 1st quarter by the Rockets, ultimately allowing 119 points in Thursday’s loss. Memphis held Houston to 42% shooting from the field and gave up 13 three-pointers at a 38% clip.</p> <p>The Grizzlies sent the Rockets to the line 41 times, where they hit 24 free throws. Memphis recorded 33 defensive rebounds but allowed 16 offensive boards. They also contributed 9 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Timberwolves Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Timberwolves improved to 20-17 on the season with a 104-89 road win over the Magic on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 6 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 193 points fell short of the 199.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Timberwolves went on a 12-0 run, extending the score from 40-37 to 49-40. They led 78-62 heading into the 4th quarter, and although Orlando outscored them 27-26 in the final period, Minnesota’s early dominance secured the win.</p><p>Julius Randle led the Timberwolves with 23 points and 10 rebounds in their win over the Magic, shooting 50% from the field. Anthony Edwards added 21 points despite hitting just 26.3% of his shots, connecting on 4 threes at 36.4%.</p> <p>Minnesota shot 40% overall, with 12 made threes at 35.3%. Naz Reid contributed 16 points, hitting 2 threes at 50%, while Donte DiVincenzo chipped in 12 points, scoring 6 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Timberwolves put on a defensive clinic against the Magic, holding them to just 89 points on Thursday. Minnesota's defense was consistent throughout, giving up 18 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, 23 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th. Overall, they limited Orlando to 37% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Timberwolves were equally effective, allowing just 10 made threes on 25% shooting. They sent the Magic to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13. Minnesota also recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

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