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<p>Looking to win big? The Redbirds and Big Red face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Big Red are hosting the game at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Cornell is favored by -6.5 at home against Illinois State.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cornell Big Red -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CORNELL BIG RED:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Not only will Cornell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redbirds Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Illinois State improved to 6-4 on the season with an 81-60 home win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, December 18th. The Redbirds were -14 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 141 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Illinois State led 36-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Huskies 45-32.</p><p>Illinois State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.3%, with a 55.6% success rate on two-point attempts and 78.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Quentin Jones led the way with 27 points, despite shooting just 1-of-6 from three. Dalton Banks added 17 points on 8-of-10 shooting, and Chase Walker contributed 15 points, hitting 5-of-6 from the field. Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each connected on 4 threes, with Kinziger also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 30 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 24 shots, shooting 41%. Illinois State also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Redbirds allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornell Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Cornell improved to 6-3 on the season with an 88-80 road win over Cal on Tuesday. Entering the game as +9 point underdogs, the Big Red not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 168, just over the O/U line of 166.5.</p> <p>Cornell took control early, leading 47-29 at halftime. While they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 41 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Cornell put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, thanks to hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.1% of their threes.</p> <p>Joshua Ola-Joseph and Cooper Noard each contributed 21 points, with Ola-Joseph hitting 5 of 7 threes. AK Okereke led the team with 24 points, while Mady Sissoko was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6.</p><p>Even with Cornell giving up 80 points, their defense held the opposing team to 43% shooting from the field. The Big Red allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 16 of 31 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cornell's defense saw the opposition make 12 of 33 attempts, good for 36%. The other team also shot 75% from the free-throw line, converting 12 of 16 attempts. Cornell allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Skyhawks. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Skyhawks at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with Stonehill being favored by -7.5 over New Hampshire.</p><h3>NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-64 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will New Hampshire pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will New Hampshire Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>New Hampshire Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats' season struggles continued with a 72-62 loss to Harvard on Sunday, dropping their record to 0-11. New Hampshire, who were +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell just under the O/U line of 136.</p> 

<p>New Hampshire trailed by just one point at halftime, 30-29, but were outscored 42-33 in the second half. Their inability to close the gap in the final period remains a concern as they search for their first win of the season.</p><p>New Hampshire's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 23 three-point attempts for a 21.7% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.6%. Their two-point shooting was more efficient, as they connected on 53.1% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wildcats were nearly perfect, making 13 of 14 attempts for a 92.9% shooting percentage. Chandler Pigge was a standout performer, shooting 66.7% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt, while also grabbing 9 rebounds and dishing out 5 assists. Anthony McComb III led the team in scoring with 21 points, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>New Hampshire's defense gave up 72 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. The Wildcats struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing 53% shooting on 17 of 32 attempts.</p> <p>However, New Hampshire did a good job defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 21%, hitting 5 of 23 attempts. The Wildcats also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 13, shooting 92%. New Hampshire allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Skyhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stonehill dropped to 4-7 on the season after a 78-67 loss to Massachusetts-Lowell on Wednesday. The Skyhawks were +14.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, Stonehill allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game were 145, just under the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Stonehill's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.4%. They connected on 8 of 20 three-point attempts, hitting 40% from beyond the arc, while shooting 50% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Quincy Clark led the way with 21 points, shooting 64.3% overall. Max Brooks added 18 points, missing just one of his seven shots for an 85.7% shooting performance. The Skyhawks managed only 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Stonehill's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 61% on two-point attempts, with 25 made shots from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stonehill's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with just 4 made threes. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 of those attempts.</p>

New Hampshire Wildcats vs Stonehill Skyhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Cavaliers? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 120.5 points, and Virginia is favored by -13.5 vs. American.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Even though we have Virginia winning straight-up, we like American at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 120.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will American Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>American fell to 4-5 on the season after an 84-57 road loss to Saint Joseph's on Wednesday. Entering the game as +12.5 underdogs, the Eagles failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>American trailed 44-26 at halftime and couldn't close the gap, scoring 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>American's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 57 points on 35.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, with two-point shooting at 40.6% and three-point shooting at 29.2% (7/24). They also hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10/15 from the line.</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming was a standout performer, scoring 26 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 61.5% overall and 42.9% from deep.</p><p>American's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 60% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 21 of 32 two-point attempts, a 65% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, American's defense conceded 8 threes on 16 attempts, with their opponent shooting 50%. They also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 85%. The Eagles gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Cavaliers Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Virginia fell to 6-5 on the season after a 64-62 loss to Memphis on Wednesday. The Cavaliers were +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia led 30-21 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The Cavaliers will need to tighten up defensively to get back on track.</p><p>Virginia's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 31.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they managed 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% from the field. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Taine Murray contributed 14 points on 55.6% shooting.</p><p>Virginia's defense held strong, giving up just 64 points while limiting their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. The Cavaliers allowed 15 made two-pointers on 34 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Virginia's defense conceded 6 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31%. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 77%.</p>

American Eagles vs Virginia Cavaliers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Golden Flashes and Crimson Tide game? Catch the action at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL, as the Crimson Tide hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on SECN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Alabama as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154 points.</p><h3>KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES VS ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kent State Golden Flashes +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Coleman Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Crimson Tide.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama winning straight-up, we like Kent State at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Kent State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kent State improved to 7-2 on the season with an 82-57 home win over Mercyhurst on Sunday. The Golden Flashes, who entered the game as 18-point favorites, covered the spread, while the combined 139 points went over the 127.5-point total.</p> 

<p>Leading 36-24 at halftime, Kent State scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33 to Mercyhurst.</p><p>Kent State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They hit 53.8% of their two-point attempts and went 7-for-20 from beyond the arc, shooting 35% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Golden Flashes connected on 79.2% of their attempts, going 19-for-24.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, Kent State grabbed 14 rebounds and dished out 15 assists. VonCameron Davis led the team with 17 points, while Jeff Planutis added 16. Cli'Ron Hornbeak, Marquis Barnett, and Jalen Sullinger each contributed 15 points, with Sullinger hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Kent State's defense giving up 57 points, they allowed the opposing team to shoot 47% from the field, with 28 made field goals on 59 attempts. The Golden Flashes struggled to contain two-point shots, as their opponents connected on 21 of 39 attempts, good for 53%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kent State's defense allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 35% from three-point range. The Golden Flashes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for a 79% success rate. Kent State gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Crimson Tide Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Alabama improved to 9-2 on the season with a 97-90 win over North Dakota on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -26, the Crimson Tide didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-35 at halftime, Alabama’s offense exploded for 62 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 52 points to North Dakota.</p><p>Alabama put up 97 points in their last game, shooting 52.4% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%. They were dominant inside, hitting 75.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes.</p> <p>Treysen Eaglestaff led the way with 40 points, hitting 8 threes at a 44.4% clip. Grant Nelson and Mark Sears each added 23 points, with Nelson grabbing 10 rebounds. Alabama also pulled down 16 offensive boards and dished out 14 assists.</p><p>Alabama's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made field goals on 76 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama's opponents hit 17 threes on 41 attempts, shooting 41%. They also went 7/8 from the free-throw line.</p>

Kent State Golden Flashes vs Alabama Crimson Tide NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Billikens and Antelopes are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Antelopes will host the game at GCU Arena in Phoenix, AZ. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Grand Canyon as the -9.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS VS GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Louis Billikens +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at GCU Arena at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Not only will Saint Louis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Saint Louis Be The Talk of GCU Arena?</h3><p>Saint Louis dropped to 5-5 on the season after a 74-71 home loss to Wofford on Wednesday. The Billikens, who were -7.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 35-28 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Louis put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 37.5% of their threes, going 9-for-24, and were 57.1% on two-point attempts, making 12 of 21. At the free-throw line, they struggled, converting just 57.1% on 20-of-35 shooting.</p> <p>Corey Tripp led the way with 24 points and 5 assists, shooting 62.5% overall, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Isaiah Swope added 19 points, hitting 3-of-7 from deep, while Robbie Avila contributed 16 points and 8 assists, despite shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Saint Louis gave up 74 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 57% shooting from two-point range, with the other team hitting 12 of their 21 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Billikens' defense conceded 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 35 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 57%. Saint Louis allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Grand Canyon Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Grand Canyon improved to 6-4 on the season with a 74-51 win over Chicago State on Thursday. The Antelopes were -30 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 125, well below the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Grand Canyon dominated the first half, leading 40-20 at the break. They scored 34 points in the 2nd half but allowed 31, a closer margin than expected.</p><p>Grand Canyon put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, with strong two-point shooting at 63.2% (24/38), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 17 attempts for 23.5%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Antelopes shot 56%, making 14 of 25 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Lök Wur led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 40% from three-point range.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense gave up 51 points, despite allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts (24/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grand Canyon held their opponent to 23% shooting, as they went 4/17 on threes. The Antelopes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 14 for 56%. Grand Canyon gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Saint Louis Billikens vs Grand Canyon Antelopes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Tigers face off at 1:00 ET on Monu. The Tigers are hosting the game at TU Arena in Towson, MD. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Towson as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TU Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Bulldogs dropped to 4-7 on the season after a narrow 86-84 loss to Fordham on Saturday. Bryant was a +1.5 point underdog going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 170, exceeding the O/U line of 159.5.</p> <p>Bryant trailed 42-36 at halftime but made a push in the second half, scoring 48 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Bryant put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 77.4% of their free throws, going 24-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from deep. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, shooting 66.7% overall and making both of his three-point attempts. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, dishing out 8 assists as well.</p><p>Despite Bryant's defense giving up 86 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 21 of 43 two-point attempts falling for a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bryant allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Bryant gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Towson?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers fell to 3-8 on the season after a 68-67 loss to Robert Morris on Tuesday. Towson, who entered the game as 1.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 135, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-24 at halftime, Towson's defense faltered, allowing 44 points in the second half while scoring just 27. This collapse cost them the game and added another loss to their record.</p><p>Towson's offense was efficient in their last game, shooting 54.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 45.5% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-11 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Tigers made 12 of 15 attempts, good for 80%.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the way with 30 points, hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts and shooting 57.1% overall. Amarion Dickerson added 18 points, shooting 62.5% from the field and 66.7% from three. Josh Omojafo also contributed, hitting all of his three-point attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Despite Towson's defensive efforts, they gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. Towson allowed 23 field goals, including 16 two-pointers at a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Towson's defense saw the other team hit 7 of 18 threes, a 38% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 71%. Towson gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Towson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blue Jackets versus the Jets? The puck drops at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Jets being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Jets to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>The Jets should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Columbus Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 11-12-3 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 9 goals easily surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing five goals in the first period. They managed to score twice in the second period, but the Capitals added two more goals to seal the win.</p><p>Columbus managed 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to the Capitals. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets gave the puck away 13 times.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, Severson got Columbus on the board 49 seconds into the second. Labanc followed with a goal at the 5:24 mark of the same period. Adam Fantilli picked up his 4th assist of the year, and Sean Monahan added another, bringing his total to 5 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets struggled, allowing the first five goals of the game, all in the first period. Despite closing the gap to 6-2, they conceded another goal at 1:26 in the 3rd period, resulting in a 7-2 loss. Goalie Daniil Tarasov recorded a 68.2% save percentage on 15 saves, and the defense finished with 10 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Will Winnipeg Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 20-8-0. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals was surpassed, as the two teams combined for 11 goals.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg fell behind 2-0 early, but seven different players found the net to help the Jets come back. The Jets took the lead for good with 12:22 left in the third period and added two empty-net goals to seal the victory.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense came alive in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with two of their goals coming on empty nets. The Jets took 34 shots on goal and found the back of the net seven times, with each goal scored by a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his third goal of the season, while Logan Stanley added his first.</p> <p>Alex Iafallo scored his first goal of the year on a power play in the third period. Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th goal, while Cole Perfetti closed out the scoring with his 4th goal, one of the two empty-netters. Josh Morrissey contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 13.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing the first two goals in their previous game, and another that tied it at 4-4. Connor Hellebuyck finished with 26 saves and an 86.7% save percentage. The Jets' defense also tallied 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cowboys versus the Ragin' Cajuns? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. McNeese State is favored by -10.5 in this non-conference contest against Louisiana-Lafayette. The game's over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does McNeese State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>McNeese State fell to 3-5 on the season after a 66-63 home loss to Mississippi State on Saturday, December 14th. The Cowboys were +9 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to keep it close, covering the spread. The total points for the game ended at 129, under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>The game was tied 29-29 at halftime, but McNeese State was outscored 37-34 in the 2nd half. Despite the loss, the Cowboys' ability to keep the game close against a favored opponent is a positive takeaway.</p><p>In their last game, McNeese State put up 63 points, shooting 41.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a 40.9% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 threes.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they struggled, connecting on just 58.8% of their attempts. Joe Charles led the way with 19 points and 6 rebounds, while RJ Melendez and Sincere Parker each added 16 points.</p><p>McNeese State's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field, with the Cowboys giving up 22 made field goals on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, also at a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, McNeese State's defense conceded 9 threes on 22 attempts, with their opponent shooting 40% from deep. The Cowboys sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%. McNeese State gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Ragin' Cajuns Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Louisiana-Lafayette improved to 2-9 on the season with a 68-62 win over Appalachian State on Wednesday. The Ragin' Cajuns were +2 underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 35-21 at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The combined points of 130 fell short of the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>The Ragin' Cajuns put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, and they connected on 76.5% of their free throws, going 13 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Dior Conners and Michael Thomas both shot 60.0% from three, each hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Conners finished with 15 points, while Mostapha El Moutaouakkil also added 15, despite shooting just 4 of 13 from the field.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort, Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 62 points in their last game. The Ragin' Cajuns held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 9 of 24 threes, shooting 37%. They also went to the free-throw line 17 times, making 13 for a 76% success rate. Louisiana-Lafayette gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Privateers and Green Wave are set to face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Green Wave will host the game at Devlin Fieldhouse in New Orleans, LA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Tulane is favored by -17 at home against New Orleans.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS TULANE GREEN WAVE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +17</p><p>This game will be played at Devlin Fieldhouse at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Green Wave.</li><li>Even though we have Tulane winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +17.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Privateers Have a Shot at a Win at New Orleans?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Privateers dropped their latest game on Sunday, November 17th, falling 73-62 to Robert Morris. New Orleans was a +10 underdog going into the game and didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>New Orleans trailed 35-27 at halftime and scored 35 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 38 points in the final 20 minutes. The game’s total points (135) fell short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the Privateers managed just 62 points, shooting 38.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 42.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%, while connecting on 71.4% of their free throws (20/28).</p> <p>Offensive rebounding was limited to just 4 boards, and they recorded 10 assists. James White led the way with 26 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 47.4% overall and 42.9% from three. DJ Smith added 20 points, hitting 50% from deep, and Alvaro Folgueiras contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, also shooting 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite New Orleans giving up 73 points, they held their opponent to 42% shooting from the field, with 22 made field goals on 52 attempts. The Privateers allowed 13 two-point field goals on 24 attempts, a 54% shooting performance.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Orleans' defense gave up 9 three-pointers on 28 attempts, with the opponent shooting 32%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 20 for 71%. The Privateers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Green Wave Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Green Wave improved to 3-1 on the season with a 72-57 win over Bethune-Cookman on Tuesday. Tulane, who were -14 point favorites, covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Tulane led 42-31 at halftime and allowed just 26 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the O/U line of 147.</p><p>Kaleb Banks and Brayon Freeman each put up 22 points for Tulane, with Banks shooting 56.2% from the field and adding 10 rebounds. Freeman hit 3 of 10 from deep, while Rowan Brumbaugh contributed 20 points and 10 assists, despite shooting just 12.5% from three.</p> <p>As a team, Tulane shot 41.3% overall and 32.1% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists, while hitting 61.1% of their free throws.</p><p>Tulane's defense held their opponent to 57 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field. The Green Wave gave up 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Tulane's opponent hit 9 of 28 threes, shooting 32%. They also went 11/18 from the free-throw line, making 61% of their foul shots. Tulane allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

New Orleans Privateers vs Tulane Green Wave NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>The Senators and Oilers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers will host the game at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Senators in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Be The Talk of Rogers Place?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 18-13-2. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>Three different players contributed to the Senators’ scoring. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 14:32 in the first period, followed by a goal from Brady Tkachuk in the second. Tim Stützle added an empty-net goal in the third to seal the win.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense found the net three times in their 3-0 win over Seattle. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brady Tkachuk, who also netted his 7th. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways. They were held scoreless on the power play and picked up five assists, including Tim Stützle’s 10th of the season on Tkachuk’s goal.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build off their previous performance, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p><h3>Are the Oilers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 20-11-2. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense took 31 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl kicked things off with his 9th goal of the season, while Jeff Skinner added his 3rd. Zach Hyman, with his 3rd goal, found the net on a power play, and Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd of the year.</p> <p>After scoring twice in the first period, the Oilers were held scoreless in the second before Hyman’s power-play goal in the third. Draisaitl also contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 8.</p><p>Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, helping the Oilers to a 4-2 win over Calgary. Defensively, Edmonton had 25 blocks and 2 takeaways, but they did give up two goals, one in the 2nd period and one in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Bears and 49ers will face off on Sunday, December 8th at 4:25 ET on FOX. The 49ers are favored with a money line of -200, and the Bears' money line is +168. The 49ers are -4 point favorites, and the over/under line is set at 44 points. The 49ers have a record of 8-4, and the Bears need to add their record.</p><h3>CHICAGO BEARS VS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bears +4</p><p>This game will be played at Levi's Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bears winning this one by a score of 25 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Bears winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bears Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>The Bears have dropped six straight games, including a 23-20 loss to the Lions in week 13. This leaves them at 4-8, putting them 4th in the NFC North. Chicago is winless on the road this season (0-5) but has a 4-3 record at home.</p> <p>Our projections give the Bears a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs and winning the division. They rank 22nd in our NFL power rankings. Despite their losing streak, Chicago is 7-4-1 against the spread, with a +0.1 scoring margin.</p><p>Heading into week 14, the Bears rank 23rd in our offensive power rankings, averaging 20.1 points per game, which is 22nd in the NFL. They are 26th in total offense, with 299.1 yards per game, and 27th in passing yards, despite being 8th in pass attempts. On the ground, Chicago ranks 23rd in rushing yards per game. They have struggled on 3rd down, converting just 33.5% of their attempts, but they are 6th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Caleb Williams has thrown for over 200 yards in each of his last three games, including a 256-yard, 3-touchdown performance against the Lions in week 13. He finished with a passer rating of 97, though he was sacked 5 times. DJ Moore led the team with 8 catches for 97 yards and a touchdown.</p><p>In their 23-20 loss to the Lions, the Bears' defense allowed 405 total yards and 194 rushing yards on 33 attempts (5.9 per attempt). They gave up two touchdowns through the air, while Detroit finished with a 61.8% completion percentage and converted 35.7% of their third down chances. Chicago did limit the Lions to 211 passing yards.<p></p>Chicago's defense managed two sacks in the game but lost the tackles for loss battle by a margin of -5. The Bears' offense put them in a tough spot, as they held the ball for just 24:38 compared to Detroit's 35:22 time of possession advantage.</p><h3>Are The 49ers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 14, the 49ers are looking to end a three-game losing streak, which includes a 35-10 loss to the Bills in week 13. This dropped their record to 5-7, putting them 4th in the NFC West. According to our power rankings, the 49ers are 8th in the league, but they have just a 8.2% chance of making the playoffs.</p> <p>Against the spread, San Francisco is 4-8 and has failed to cover in four straight games. Their average scoring margin this season is -2.1 points per game. The 49ers’ O/U record is 6-6, with their games averaging 47.1 points.</p><p>Heading into week 14, the 49ers sit 12th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 22.5 points per game, which ranks 15th in the NFL. They are 7th in the league in passing yards per game (232.8) and 9th in passing attempts (29.4 per game). On the ground, San Francisco ranks 7th in rushing yards per game (139.6) and 9th in rushing attempts. They also rank 7th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 43.2% success rate, and are 18th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 13, the 49ers struggled offensively, scoring just 10 points in a loss to the Bills. Brock Purdy threw for 94 yards on 11/18 passing, while Jordan Mason led the team with 78 rushing yards on 13 carries. Jauan Jennings was the leading receiver, with 3 catches for 56 yards.</p><p>In their 35-10 loss to the Bills, the 49ers' defense struggled to stop the run, giving up 220 yards on 38 attempts. Despite their issues against the run, they did limit Buffalo to 152 passing yards on just 14 completions. The 49ers allowed two passing touchdowns and a high completion percentage of 77.8%. On third downs, the Bills converted 50% of their chances.<p></p>San Francisco's defense was unable to generate much pressure, as they didn't record any sacks and had a negative differential in both tackles for loss and quarterback hits. The 49ers will be looking for a much better performance in their next game after allowing 372 total yards to the Bills.</p>

Chicago Bears vs San Francisco 49ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Fighting Illini and Tigers game? Catch the action at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN. Illinois is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 155.5 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri Tigers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Enterprise Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Missouri pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Fighting Illini Find a Way to Win in St. Louis?</h3><p>Illinois dropped to 7-3 on the season after a narrow 66-64 loss to Tennessee on Saturday. The Illini were +2 point underdogs heading into the game and pushed against the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 130, well under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Illinois trailed 31-30 at halftime and were outscored 35-34 in the second half. They’ll look to bounce back in their next game after this close loss.</p><p>In their last game, Illinois struggled offensively, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 17.4% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 33.3%, but they did manage to convert 83.3% of their free throws, going 30 for 36 from the line.</p> <p>Jordan Gainey led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, while Kasparas Jakucionis added 22 points despite hitting just 28.6% of his threes. The Illini recorded only 6 assists as a team, with 12 offensive rebounds helping to somewhat offset their shooting woes.</p><p>Illinois put up a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 66 points on 29% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 39% (11/28) and three-point attempts to 17% (4/23).</p> <p>Despite the solid defensive effort, Illinois sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws (83%). Illinois also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Missouri Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Missouri improved to 10-1 after an 83-72 win over Jacksonville State on Tuesday. The Tigers were -16.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 155 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Missouri led 41-40 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Jacksonville State to 32 points while scoring 42 themselves.</p><p>Missouri's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 48% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and went 15 of 22 from the free-throw line (68.2%).</p> <p>Jacob Crews led the way with 19 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 6 of 9 threes. Mark Mitchell and Jaron Pierre Jr. each added 18 points, with Mitchell also dishing out 6 assists. Jamar Franklin contributed 15 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Even with Missouri's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 72 points. The Tigers allowed their opponents to shoot 49% from the field, with 28 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Missouri's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Warriors versus the Gaels? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 127.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -20.5 over Merrimack College.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Merrimack College Warriors +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-66 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Mary's winning straight-up, we like Merrimack College at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Merrimack College as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Merrimack College Warriors Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Warriors fell to 5-7 on the season after a 74-68 loss to Stanford on Tuesday. Despite being +15.5 point underdogs, Merrimack kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-30 at halftime, the Warriors outscored Stanford 38-35 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game went over the 135.5 O/U line, finishing at 142.</p><p>Merrimack put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 56.7% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28% on 7 of 25 shooting. At the free-throw line, they converted 76.5%, making 13 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 32 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three. Oziyah Sellers added 19 points, hitting 72.7% overall and 50% from deep. Jaylen Blakes was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 16 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Merrimack College's defensive efforts, they couldn't keep their opponent from putting up 74 points. The Warriors allowed a 44% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 25 of their 56 field goal attempts.</p> <p>Merrimack gave up 11 three-pointers on 23 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 13 of those tries, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Can Saint Mary's Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Mary's fell to 8-2 on the season after a 67-65 loss to Boise State on Saturday, December 14th. The Gaels, who were -2.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 132, under the pre-game O/U line of 139.</p> 

<p>In the game, Saint Mary's trailed 32-26 at halftime but made a push in the second half, outscoring Boise State 33-27. However, it wasn't enough to secure the win.</p><p>Saint Mary's struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.7% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, finishing with 65 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they managed 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Tyson Degenhart led the Gaels with 19 points, though he shot 38.5% overall and just 1 of 6 from deep. Augustas Marciulionis added 17 points and 6 assists, while Alvaro Cardenas contributed 14 points, hitting 5 of 8 shots and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Saint Mary's Gaels gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 21 of 51 attempts. Defensively, the Gaels allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Gaels held the opposition to just 4 made threes on 14 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. The Gaels also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts for 77%. Saint Mary's allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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