<p>It's a beautiful day for baseball in Arlington, Texas, as the Rangers look to complete a three-game sweep of the Cubs. Texas will send Jon Gray to the mound, while Jordan Wicks will make his MLB debut for Chicago. First pitch is set for 2:35 PM ET at Globe Life Field.</p>

<p>Looking at the betting odds, the Rangers are favored to win this one, with a money line payout of -140 compared to the Cubs at +117. The over/under line is currently set at 9.5 runs, with the over paying out at -103 and the under at -119.</p><h3>TEXAS RANGERS VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Rangers Moneyline -140</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 2:35 ET on Sunday, March 31st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rangers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cubs to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The Rangers offense exploded in the last game of this series vs. the Cubs, as they put up 11 runs in a 11-2 win. Texas was a -125 favorite heading into the game. Chicago's only runs came via a home run from Dansby Swanson and two RBI's from Swanson.</p>

<p>Kyle Hendricks got the start for the Cubs, and he took the loss after giving up five earned runs on nine hits. Cody Bradford got the win for Texas, giving up two earned runs on three hits. However, the Rangers didn't take the lead in the game until the 8th inning when they put up six runs.</p>

<p>Overall, the Rangers had 16 hits, compared to just five for the Cubs. Texas had three different players (Jared Walsh, Josh Jung, and Adolis Garcia) go deep.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>On the mound for the Cubs is left-hander Jordan Wicks, who is coming off a season in which he made seven starts and finished with a record of 4-1. His ERA for the year was 4.41, and he had a WHIP of 1.27. Wicks' batting average allowed was .244, and his on-base percentage allowed was .288. He finished the season with three quality starts and gave up a total of five home runs. For the year, Wicks averaged 6.23 strikeouts per nine innings and 2.86 walks per nine innings.</p><p>If you're looking to bet on a Cubs player to have a big game at the plate, we like Seiya Suzuki. He has the best odds to hit a home run on the team and his home run projection is 5th best in the league today. Cody Bellinger is 2nd on the team in terms of total hits and his home run projection is 10th best in the league today. Michael Busch is 7th in terms of total hits on the team and his home run projection is 10th best in the league today.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>Jon Gray will be making his 30th start of the season against the Chicago Cubs. Last season, Gray made 29 starts and finished with a record of 9-8. His ERA for the season was 4.12, and he finished the year with a WHIP of 1.29. Gray's batting average allowed was .248, and his on-base percentage allowed was .311. He finished the season with 12 quality starts and one complete game. Gray's strikeout-to-walk ratio for the season was 2.6, and he finished the year with an average of 1.9 walks per game.</p><p>If you're looking at player props for the Rangers, we have Corey Seager with the highest total hits projection on the team and the 24th best in the league today. He also has the best odds to hit a home run on the team and the 4th best in today's slate. Adolis García is our 4th best projected player in terms of hitting a home run. Marcus Semien has the 2nd best odds to hit a home run on the team and 11th best in today's games.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Texas Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/31/24

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

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

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Beavers? Tip off is at at 11:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. Gonzaga is the -9.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Oregon State. The over/under for the game is set at 152 points.</p><h3>GONZAGA BULLDOGS VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon State Beavers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 11:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON STATE BEAVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Not only will Oregon State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulldogs Ready for a Win at Corvallis?</h3><p>Gonzaga improved to 14-4 on the season with an 88-75 win over Washington State on Saturday. The Bulldogs were -17 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 163, just under the 164.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Gonzaga led 40-37 at halftime and pulled away in the second half, outscoring the Cougars 48-38.</p><p>Gonzaga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 88 points with a field goal percentage of 55.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.9%, thanks to shooting 60% on two-point attempts and 47.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes.</p> <p>Graham Ike and Nate Calmese each contributed 21 and 20 points, with Calmese adding 8 assists. Nolan Hickman was also a key contributor, hitting 5 threes at a 62.5% rate and finishing with 19 points. The Bulldogs had 20 assists as a team and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Gonzaga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, going 24/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Gonzaga's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooting, as the other team went 10/21, making 47% of their threes. They also sent the opponent to the line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws at a 76% rate.</p><h3>Can the Beavers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 12-5 on the season with a dominant 91-55 win over Pacific on Saturday. The Beavers, favored by 9 points, covered the spread in the road victory.</p> <p>Leading 45-30 at halftime, Oregon State scored 46 points in the 2nd half while holding Pacific to 25. The game’s total points of 146 went over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a field goal percentage of 56.5%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.2%, thanks to shooting 69.2% on two-pointers and 40% from beyond the arc. They also hit 31 of 32 free throws, good for 96.9%.</p> <p>Parsa Fallah and Michael Rataj were both nearly perfect from the field, shooting 85.7%, with Fallah scoring 25 points and Rataj adding 15 points and 9 rebounds. Nate Kingz contributed 20 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Oregon State's defense was strong in their last game, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 37% shooting from the field. The Beavers limited damage from beyond the arc, allowing only 5 three-pointers on 21 attempts, a 23% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Oregon State's defense gave up 15 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 10 free throws. The Beavers allowed just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 10:10 PM ET from Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, we have an NL matchup between the Mets and Dodgers. Heading into Friday's game, the Mets are 10-8 compared to the Dodgers at 12-9. The money line odds have the Dodgers as the favorite at -200, while the odds for a Mets win are sitting at +168. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>MLBN is handling TV coverage for tonight's game, and the forecast calls for partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the low 70s. Sean Manaea is starting for the Mets, and he is facing off against Yoshinobu Yamamoto for the Dodgers.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Dodger Stadium at 10:10 ET on Friday, April 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS DODGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mets to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Pirates, the Mets closed out the series with a 9-1 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -159. It was a four-run 3rd inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Pirates could only score one run, which came in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Luis Severino put together a good start for the Mets, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just three walks and struck out four batters. The Mets's offense was carried by Starling Marte, who went 1/5 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>The Mets come into this one, having won four straight games. In the NL East, they are 2.5 games behind the Braves, as they are also 3rd in the division standings. So far, the Mets have gone 10-8 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets have been just above .500 at 6-6, and they have gone 4-2 on the road. New York is still looking for their first series win as the series is currently 4-2.</p><p>The Mets have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 10-8 overall. They have been especially good on the run line on the road, going 5-1. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.6 runs per game, while their average run margin in losing games is -2.8 runs per game. They have covered the run line in four straight games and are 4-0 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>The Mets' over/under record on the season is 9-9, and their games have averaged 8.9 runs per game. The over/under line for today's game against the Dodgers is set at 8.5 runs, which is slightly higher than their season average. In games with an over/under line of 8.5 runs, the Mets are 2-3 on the season.</p><p>Sean Manaea and the Mets are on the road to take on the Dodgers today. Manaea has been a bit up and down so far this season, as he is coming off a start in which he took the loss against the Royals. In that outing, he went 3 2/3 innings, giving up 6 runs on 9 hits. However, in his first start of the year, he picked up a win vs. the Reds, striking out 6 in 5 innings of work.</p><p>If you're looking for some Mets player props, we have Pete Alonso with the best odds to hit a home run for the Mets today. His home run projection is 8th best in the league. Starling Marte has the highest total hits projection on the team and his total hits projection is 16th best in the league today. Brandon Nimmo is 2nd on the team in terms of total hits, and his total hits projection is 22nd in the league today. If you're looking for a Mets player to hit a home run outside of Alonso, DJ Stewart has the 2nd best odds on the team and 10th best in the league today.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Nationals, the Dodgers closed out the series with a 2-0 loss. This was just their second loss in their last 12 games. Los Angeles was the heavy favorite at -235 at home going into the game but couldn't get the offense going, as they only had five hits and didn't score a run.</p>

<p>Landon Knack got the start for the Dodgers and took the loss. He only lasted five innings, giving up two earned runs on four hits. The Dodgers also wasted a big game from Shohei Ohtani, who went 3/4 with a double and a run scored.</p><p>With a record of 12-9, the Dodgers lead the NL West by 1 game over the Padres. So far, the Dodgers have yet to play a game on the road that is not against the Twins. At home, they are 8-6.</p>

<p>The Dodgers are coming off a series loss, dropping the series two games to one vs. the Nationals. This season, the Dodgers are 12-9 as the favorite and have yet to lose a game as the underdog (0-0).</p><p>The Dodgers have a run differential of +0.6 runs per game this season, but they are just 9-12 against the run line. They are 5-9 against the run line at home, where they have a run differential of +0.8 runs per game. As the favorite, they are 9-12 against the run line, while they are 0-0 as the underdog.</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers games have been trending towards the over this season, as their over/under record is 13-8. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, but their games have averaged 9.5 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the over has hit in 10 of their 15 games. Overall, only 9.5% of their games have had an over/under line set at 8.5 runs. Their last two games have gone under the total, and their games have gone under the total in 19% of their games when the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start for the Dodgers at home against the Mets. He's coming off a no-decision in his last outing, where he went 5 innings and gave up 3 earned runs. However, he did strike out 6 batters. In his first start of the season, he picked up a win against the Cubs, going 5 innings and striking out 8.</p><p>For the Dodgers, we have Shohei Ohtani with the highest home run projection on the team and the 7th highest in the league today. Freddie Freeman has the highest total hits projection on the team and the 15th highest in the league. Mookie Betts has the 2nd best home run projection on the team and the 9th best in the league.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Eagles face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Winthrop as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 165.5 points.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Winthrop winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 165.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can USC Upstate Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>USC Upstate fell to 1-11 on the season after a 72-64 home loss to Youngstown State on Saturday. The Spartans entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 27-23 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and hitting only 1 of 18 three-point attempts for a 5.6% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 35.8%, though they did manage to convert 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Mister Dean led the Spartans with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Nico Galette added 20 points, hitting 42.9% of his threes, while Breylin Garcia contributed 16 points on 77.8% shooting. USC Upstate also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 72 points, USC Upstate's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including a dismal 5% from three-point range, where they hit only 1 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 46% on two-pointers, going 23/49. USC Upstate also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%. The Spartans allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Winthrop Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop fell to 7-5 on the season after a 77-68 road loss to Indiana on Sunday. The Eagles entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Winthrop trailed 41-37 at halftime and scored 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 163.5 O/U line.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Myles Rice led the Eagles with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14. Doucet also pulled down 12 rebounds, and Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Winthrop's defense giving up 77 points, they managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 1 three-pointer on 20 attempts, a 5% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, though, Winthrop struggled, allowing 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 18 free throws (69%).</p>

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<p>From Minute Maid Park in Houston, we have the Angels and Astros facing off in an AL West matchup. The Angels are +210 on the money line, while the Astros are the heavy favorite at -251. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch for this one is set for 8:10 PM ET, and BSW will be televising the game. Tyler Anderson is starting for the Angels, and he is facing off against Justin Verlander. The Astros are 1st in the AL West, while the Angels are 5th with a record of 62-91.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES ANGELS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Friday, September 20th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ANGELS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Angels to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Houston picked up a 3-1 win over the Angels in the most recent game of this series. The Astros had a late rally, scoring two runs in the 8th and another in the 9th. As for the Angels, they scored their only run in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Astros were favored at -287 on the money line.</p>

<p>Yusei Kikuchi got the start for the Astros, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with nine strikeouts but issued five walks. Bryan Abreu got the win out of the bullpen, and Josh Hader got the save. Ryan Miller took the loss for the Angels out of the bullpen.</p>

<p>Jon Singleton went 2/4 with two RBIs, while Taylor Ward hit the game's only home run and went 1/4. </p>
<h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles is 62-91 overall, putting them 5th in the AL West, 21 games behind the Astros. So far, they have gone 20-26 against other teams in the AL West. The Angels are looking to snap a losing streak as they have dropped six straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>At home, the Angels are 32-46 compared to 30-45 on the road. This season, they are just 8-16 as the favorite. As the underdog on the road, the Angels have gone 30-40 this year. So far, they have an overall series record of 13-32-3.</p><p>Despite a losing record overall, the Angels have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 76-77. They have been particularly good on the run line as an underdog, going 70-59. They have gone 38-37 on the run line on the road, but they have failed to cover in their last three road games.</p><p>The Angels are on the road in Houston today, where the O/U line is set at 8 runs. Their combined run average is 8.7, and their O/U record is 72-75. Their average O/U line is 9 runs, and they are 17-10-2 when the line is set at 8 runs. This season, 71.2% of their games have had O/U lines set higher than 8 runs, and they are currently on a 3-game under streak.</p><p>Left-hander Tyler Anderson gets the start for the Angels today as he faces the Astros on the road. He has made 29 starts this season and has a record of 10-13 and an ERA of 3.60. Anderson's WHIP for the season is 1.25. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up four earned runs in five innings of work. Looking back over his last three outings, Anderson has finished with a no-decision in two of them. He has allowed at least two home runs in three of his last four starts.</p><p>Over his last nine games, Nolan Schanuel has been on fire for the Angels, going 13/32 with one home run and five RBIs. Taylor Ward has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going deep three times in his last nine games, but he is just 8/32 in that stretch. Ward comes into the game with a team-leading 25 homers and 71 RBIs, which is also the best mark on the team.</p>

<p>As a team, the Angels are averaging just 3.9 runs per game, which is 27th in the league. They also have one of the worst team batting averages in the league at .228. Overall, their team OPS of .669 is 24th in the MLB.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are 83-70 overall this season, and they lead the AL West by five games over the Mariners. Houston is 26-20 against other teams in the AL West. At home, the Astros are 43-32 and have gone 40-38 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, the Astros have been favored in 113 of their games, and they are 64-49 in those games. As the underdog, Houston has gone 19-21. They have won five straight games as the favorite. Looking at their overall series record, the Astros are 26-20-2 this year.</p><p>The Astros have a run line record of 79-74 this season, including a 36-39 mark at home. Their average run margin is +0.6 runs per game, and they have a run line record of 43-35 on the road. They have covered the run line in five straight games as the favorite and are 26-14 ATS as the underdog.</p><p>The over/under line for today's game between the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Astros games this season is 8.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 61-87 overall. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, the Astros' record is 13-14-2. The over/under line for 59.5% of their games this season has been set higher than 8 runs, and their current streak of games going under the line is at 4.</p><p>Right-hander Justin Verlander gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Angels at home. Verlander has made 15 starts this season and has a record of 4-6 with a 5.20 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Verlander has a WHIP of 1.37 and opponents are batting .259 this season. He has made five quality starts this year and is averaging 7.34 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Verlander picked up the win, going five innings and giving up two earned runs. Before that, he had lost three straight starts.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez has been the Astros' most consistent hitter this season, as he comes into the game with a batting average of .303, and his 34 home runs are the best mark on the team and 8th in the league. However, he has struggled of late, going just 4/26 in his last seven games. Jose Altuve is also having a strong season, hitting .299 with 19 homers.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 3rd in batting average and are averaging 4.6 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. Houston is also one of the league's best teams at avoiding strikeouts, but they could be more patient at the plate, as they are just 26th in walks.</p>

Los Angeles Angels vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 9/20/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Cardinals and Bobcats game? Catch the action at Convocation Center (OH) in Athens, OH, as the Bobcats hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Mid-American conference contest is set at 152 points, with Ohio being favored by -11.5 at home against Ball State.</p><h3>BALL STATE CARDINALS VS OHIO BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ball State Cardinals +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Convocation Center (OH) at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALL STATE CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Even though we have Ohio winning straight-up, we like Ball State at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Ball State Shock Everyone at Convocation Center (OH)?</h3><p>Ball State improved to 5-7 on the season with a 91-69 home win over Bowling Green on Saturday, January 11th. The Cardinals, who were -5.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Ball State led 42-26 at halftime and scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p><p>Ball State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points on 58.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.3%, thanks to 66.7% shooting on two-pointers and 41.2% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 18-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>The Cardinals dished out 21 assists, with Payton Sparks leading the way with 19 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Juanse Gorosito and Mickey Pearson Jr. each added 16 points, with Gorosito hitting 4-of-7 threes. Jeremiah Hernandez also had a strong game, scoring 14 points on 71.4% shooting.</p><p>Ball State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 69 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 58% from the field. They had a particularly tough time defending inside, where they allowed 66% shooting on two-point attempts (26/39).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ball State's defense gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, a 41% shooting percentage. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Ohio?</h3><p>Ohio improved to 8-6 on the season with a dominant 108-70 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday. Playing at home, the Bobcats entered the game as 20-point favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points reached 178, surpassing the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>Ohio took control early, leading 57-39 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Huskies 51-31.</p><p>Ohio's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 108 points with a 61.7% shooting rate from the field. They hit 54.8% from deep, connecting on 17 threes, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 76.7%.</p> <p>AJ Clayton was nearly perfect from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 10 threes and finishing with 31 points in just 18 minutes. Quentin Jones added 25 points and 8 rebounds, while Jackson Paveletzke shot 90% from the field, contributing 19 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 70 points, Ohio's defense struggled to contain the opposition, allowing them to shoot 61% from the field. The Bobcats gave up 37 field goals on 60 attempts, including 20 makes from two-point range, where the other team shot 69%.</p> <p>Ohio also had trouble defending the three-point line, as the other team hit 17 threes on 31 attempts, good for 54%. From the free-throw line, the opposition went 17/25, shooting 68%. The Bobcats gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Ball State Cardinals vs Ohio Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>At 6:05 PM ET, the Giants and Phillies will square off in an National League matchup. This one is being played at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia and features a Giants club that is 15-18 compared to the Phillies at 22-11. There does appear to be a chance of rain in Philadelphia on Saturday.</p>

<p>Keaton Winn is going for the Giants, while the Phillies are sending Ranger Suarez to the mound. Philadelphia is at -184 on the money line, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 7.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Citizens Bank Park at 6:05 ET on Saturday, May 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GIANTS VS PHILLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Phillies winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Giants to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Phillies vs Giants series. Philadelphia went into the matchup as -175 favorites and squeaked out a 4-3 win. The Giants had a chance to tie or win the game in the 9th inning but could only muster one run.</p>

<p>San Francisco wasted a good outing from Jordan Hicks, as he gave up just two earned runs in four innings of work. Aaron Nola struggled on the mound for the Phillies, giving up two earned runs across four innings. Matt Strahm got the win out of the bullpen, and Jose Alvarado got the save.</p>

<p>Trea Turner scored three times for the Phillies while going 2/3 with a stolen base. Brandon Marsh also had a two-hit game and drove in two runs. Thairo Estrada had a two-hit game and drove in two runs for the Giants.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into today's road matchup vs. the Phillies, the Giants are 15-18 overall, which puts them 3rd in the NL West. San Francisco trails the Dodgers by 5.5 games in the division and are 6-8 in divisional matchups this year. The Giants are on the road today, and they are just 6-11 on the road this year.</p>

<p>San Francisco has an even series record of 4-4-2 this year, and they are 5-5 over their last 10 games. As the favorite, the Giants have gone 10-9 this year and 5-9 as the underdog. Their overall record at home is 9-7.</p><p>San Francisco is 15-18 against the run line this season, but they have been a better bet on the road, going 9-8. They have covered the run line in two straight games and are 9-5 as an underdog this season. They are 6-13 against the run line when favored.</p><p>San Francisco's over/under record for the season is 14-17, and the average line for their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, the over has hit in 7 of their 12 games. This season, the Giants have played in 19 games with a line higher than 7.5 runs, which accounts for 57.6% of their games. Their average combined run total for the season is 8.2 runs per game.</p><p>Keaton Winn has been pitching well for the Giants, as he has a record of 3-3 and an ERA of 3.18. So far, he has made six starts and three of them have been quality starts. Winn's WHIP for the season is currently .97. In his last outing, he faced the Pirates and picked up the win, going six innings and giving up just one earned run. Looking back at his last three outings, Winn has given up just one earned run in each of them. He has only allowed more than one homer in one outing this season.</p><p>So far this season, the Giants have been one of the worst offensive teams in the league, averaging just 3.8 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They have been even worse at home, averaging only 3.4 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .238, which is 13th in the league, and their team on-base percentage of .303 is also below average. San Francisco's team slugging percentage of .367 is also just 18th in the league.</p>

<p>Michael Conforto and Jorge Soler are tied for the team lead with five homers apiece, with Conforto's 16 RBIs leading the team and Soler's eight RBIs being 6th on the team. Conforto is also batting .250 for the season, and Soler is batting just .205. Over his last six games, Thairo Estrada is 6/22 with one homer and four RBIs.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 22-11, the Phillies are leading the NL East by a half-game over the Braves. Philadelphia has taken three straight games overall and is 3-3 in divisional matchups. The Phillies have won two straight series and have an overall series record of 6-2-2 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Phillies are 11-6 this season and have won seven straight at home. As the favorite, the Phillies are 18-8 this year, and they are 4-3 when coming into a game as the underdog.</p><p>The Phillies are 16-17 against the run line this season, and they have been a better bet on the road (9-7) than at home (7-10). Their average run margin is +0.8 runs per game, but they have been outscored by 4.1 runs per game in their losses. So far, they have been favored in 26 games and have gone 12-14 against the run line in those contests.</p><p>The Phillies have had an over/under record of 14-17 this season, and the average over/under line in their games has been 8 runs. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs, they have gone 2-6 in those games. Overall, the combined run average in their games has been 8.4 runs per game.</p><p>Ranger Suárez gets the start for the Phillies today and comes in with a record of 5-0 and an ERA of 1.32. So far, he has made six starts and has one complete game shutout. Suárez has turned in five quality starts and is averaging 8.78 strikeouts per nine innings. The left-hander most recently faced the Padres, where he picked up the win, going eight innings and giving up just one earned run. He has not allowed more than one earned run in any of his last four outings.</p><p>Philadelphia comes into the game with the league's 3rd best home run total and is also among the league leaders in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. Alec Bohm has been a big part of their offense so far, as he is hitting .358 with four homers, which is 2nd in the league. His 31 RBIs are also the 2nd most in the MLB. Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper have also been big home run threats, as they have 8 and 6 homers, respectively.</p>

<p>Over his last eight games, Kyle Schwarber has gone 7/33 with two homers and seven RBIs. However, his batting average for this stretch is just .212. Bryce Harper has also hit two homers in his last eight games, but is just 5/25 during this stretch. Alec Bohm is currently on a 16-game hitting streak.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Redbirds and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on Gray, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at The Knapp Center in Des Moines, IA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 124 points, and Drake is favored by -9.5 vs. Illinois State in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS DRAKE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Knapp Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Drake winning straight-up, we like Illinois State at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 124 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Redbirds Secure a Win at Des Moines?</h3><p>Illinois State’s season record dropped to 9-7 after a narrow 85-84 loss to Northern Iowa on Saturday. The Redbirds, who were -1 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite leading 43-36 at halftime, Illinois State allowed 49 points in the second half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Illinois State's offense put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 57.4%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81.5%, going 22/27.</p> <p>Trey Campbell led the way with 30 points, knocking down 8 of 13 threes (61.5%) and shooting 58.8% overall. Chase Walker added 27 points and 9 rebounds, while Tytan Anderson contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Illinois State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 46% shooting from the field. The Redbirds allowed 25 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's opponents shot 50%, hitting 12 of 24 three-point attempts. The Redbirds also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws for 81%.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Drake improved to 12-2 on the season with a dominant 63-40 win over Evansville on Saturday. The Bulldogs, who were -15.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Drake led 25-20 at halftime but turned up the heat in the second half, outscoring Evansville 38-20. The game’s total points of 103 fell well short of the 120.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 63 points on 40% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, with a 27.3% mark from three-point range (6/22) and a 59.1% performance at the free-throw line (13/22).</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 16 points, shooting 7/11 overall and 2/5 from beyond the arc. He also contributed 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Tavion Banks grabbed 13 rebounds, despite shooting just 2/9 from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 offensive rebounds, the Drake Bulldogs managed to hold their opponent to just 40 points. They allowed 40% shooting overall, with 22 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>Drake's defense limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 6/22, or 27%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they hit 13, or 59%.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Drake Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Anteaters and Lancers are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lancers will host the game at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. UC Irvine is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California Baptist. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Anteaters Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Irvine dropped to 9-2 on the season after a 70-54 road loss to Duquesne on Saturday. The Anteaters, who were favored by 6.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-24 at halftime, UC Irvine tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, outscoring Duquesne 30-27, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>UC Irvine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points while shooting 34% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.7%, and they hit only 34.1% of their two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Anteaters connected on 4 of 12 threes, shooting 33.3%.</p> <p>Jahsean Corbett led the way with 15 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Tre Dinkins III and Cam Crawford both added 13 points, each knocking down 3 of 4 threes. Dinkins also contributed 4 assists, while UC Irvine finished with 10 assists and 15 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing 14 threes on 25 attempts, which contributed to the 70 points they gave up. Overall, the Anteaters allowed the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field, including 43% on two-point shots.</p> <p>On the free-throw line, UC Irvine sent their opponents to the stripe just four times, where they converted 2 of their attempts. The Anteaters also gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Lancers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><h3>California Baptist Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>California Baptist improved to 7-6 on the season with a 79-73 win over Jackson State on Saturday. The Lancers were -14 favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Trailing 34-33 at halftime, California Baptist turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Jackson State 46-39 to secure the win.</p><p>California Baptist put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 22 attempts for a 22.7% rate, while their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%. At the free-throw line, they were strong, making 30 of 36 attempts for an 83.3% success rate.</p> <p>The Lancers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, despite going 0 for 4 from three. Martel Williams and Dorian McMillian both shot 60% from the field, with Williams hitting 3 of 5 threes and McMillian connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Defensively, California Baptist allowed 73 points while holding their opponent to 41% shooting from the field. The Lancers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 54% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California Baptist limited their opponent to just 5 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. The Lancers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws, an 83% rate. California Baptist allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

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

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

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth in a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his total to three this season. Marco Rossi also contributed with his seventh assist.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild allowed a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they held Toronto scoreless for the rest of the game, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the Wild's defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Aggies and Runnin' Rebels face off at 11:00 ET on CBSS. The Runnin' Rebels are hosting the game at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. Utah State is favored by -4.5 in this Mountain West conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 149.5 points.</p><h3>UTAH STATE AGGIES VS UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNLV Runnin' Rebels +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 11:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Runnin' Rebels.</li><li>Not only will UNLV pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Utah State improved to 15-1 on the season with an 81-79 win over Boise State on Saturday. The Aggies, who were -4.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread, but they got the win at home. The combined points of 160 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-34 at halftime, Utah State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Boise State 47-41 to secure the win.</p><p>Utah State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a field goal percentage of 61.2%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to their strong shooting from both inside and outside the arc. The Aggies hit 67.9% of their two-point attempts and connected on 52.4% of their three-pointers, going 11-for-21 from deep.</p> <p>Tyson Degenhart and Ian Martinez both hit 5 threes, shooting 71.4% from beyond the arc. Degenhart finished with 22 points, while Martinez added 18. Alvaro Cardenas contributed 15 points and 8 assists. Utah State dished out 18 assists as a team, but struggled at the free-throw line, making just 10 of 22 attempts (45.5%).</p><p>Utah State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to shoot 67% on two-point attempts, with 19 makes from 28 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah State's defense conceded 11 threes on 21 attempts, a 52% success rate. They did manage to limit damage at the free-throw line, where the other team shot just 45%, hitting 10 of 22. Utah State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will UNLV Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>UNLV’s season record dropped to 9-7 after an 84-62 road loss to Colorado State on Saturday. The Runnin' Rebels entered the game as +5.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the over/under line of 138.5.</p> <p>UNLV trailed 46-35 at halftime and struggled to close the gap in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 38.</p><p>UNLV's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 62 points on 41% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, and they hit only 29.4% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-17. At the free-throw line, they connected on 63.6%, making 7 of 11 attempts.</p> <p>Rashaan Mbemba and Nique Clifford each scored 22 points, with Mbemba shooting 8-for-9 from the field. Clifford hit 4 of 5 threes and added 7 assists. Jaden Henley and Dedan Thomas Jr. contributed 19 points each, with Thomas adding 6 assists. UNLV grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>UNLV's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 62% of their two-point attempts, going 18/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNLV's opponents shot 50%, making 12 of 24 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 80%.</p>

Utah State Aggies vs UNLV Runnin' Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Dodgers head into Tuesday night's matchup vs. the Nationals looking to move above .500 for the season, as they are currently 13-11. As for the Nationals, they are 10-11 and are sending Patrick Corbin to the mound vs. James Paxton for the Dodgers. First pitch from Nationals Park is set for 6:45 PM.</p>

<p>Los Angeles comes into this one as the favorite, with money line odds of -211, and the over/under line is at 9.5 runs. If you're looking to watch this game on TV, it can be seen on SNLA.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS WASHINGTON NATIONALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNDER 9.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Nationals Park at 6:45 ET on Tuesday, April 23rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS NATIONALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles closed out their series vs. the Mets with a 10-0 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at -265. It was a big 3rd inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Mets could only score seven runs. Andy Pages went 2/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p>

<p>Tyler Glasnow put together a good start for the Dodgers, going eight innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just one walk and struck out 10 Mets batters. The Dodgers's offense really broke out with a big 3rd inning, scoring eight runs. Los Angeles's lineup also had a good mix of power and small ball, with the Dodgers going 2/4 with runners in scoring position.</p><p>Los Angeles is 13-11 overall and leads the NL West by a half-game over the Padres. The Dodgers just won one game in their most recent series vs. the Mets. So far, the Dodgers have gone 5-3 against other teams in the NL West. This year, the Dodgers have been the favorite in all of their games, and they are 4-3 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, the Dodgers have gone 9-8 at home compared to 4-3 on the road. The Dodgers have dropped three straight series and have an overall series record of 4-5. Their most recent series win came vs. the Padres on April 13th.</p><p>When the Dodgers win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.5 runs per game. That's why they are 10-4 against the run line in those games. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -2.7 runs per game. That's why they are just 4-10 against the run line in those games. Overall, they are 10-14 against the run line this season, and they are 4-3 against the run line on the road.</p><p>Los Angeles has seen a recent uptick in scoring, with their last three games all going over the total. Their season average is 9.7 runs per game, and they have an over/under record of 16-8 on the year. The over/under line for today's game is set at 9.5 runs, which is slightly higher than their season average of 9 runs per game. So far this season, only 4.2% of their games have had an over/under line set at 9.5 runs or higher.</p><p>James Paxton will be making his third start of the season for the Dodgers, and he has been solid in his first two outings. He picked up a win in his first start, going 6 innings and giving up 2 runs on 3 hits. In his last outing, he went 5 innings and struck out 8, but he gave up 3 runs on 1 homer.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani has been on fire for the Dodgers of late, going 14/32 in his last nine games with two homers and five RBIs. Ohtani also has a seven-game hitting streak coming into today's game. Overall, he is batting .368 for the season. Mookie Betts is also swinging a hot bat right now, with a season-long batting average of .355, and he is 5th in the league with 19 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Dodgers are 3rd in home runs and are 7th in the league in runs per game at 5.2. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.6 runs per game. Overall, they have a team batting average of .259, which is 5th in the league.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Astros, the Nationals closed out the series with a 6-0 win. Leading up to the game, they were the heavy favorite at +142 on the money line. It was a big three-run 1st inning that really set the tone for the Nationals, and the Astros could only score three runs, all of which came in the 5th.</p>

<p>Mitchell Parker put together a good start for the Nationals, going seven innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just three hits and struck out eight Astros batters. Washington's offense was carried by Nick Senzel, who went 1/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>After taking the series opener vs. the Astros, the Nationals closed out the series with a win, giving them two straight wins. Overall, the Nationals are 10-11 and are in 4th place in the NL East. They are five games behind the Braves for the division lead and have gone just 1-2 in games against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Nationals have gone 9-10 this season compared to 1-1 when favored. They have also been good on the road, putting together a 6-6 record. At home, they are 4-5 and have won two straight as the home team.</p><p>The Nationals are 13-8 against the run line this season, including a 4-5 mark at home. They have been a solid bet on the run line on the road, going 9-3. They have covered the run line in their last two home games and are 12-7 against the run line as underdogs this season.</p><p>Washington's O/U record is 8-12, and the average O/U line in their games is 9.0. The over/under record when the line is set at 9.5 is 2-2, and the over/under record in games with lines above 9.5 is 2-0. The under has hit in two straight Nationals games, and the under is 15-6 in their games overall.</p><p>Patrick Corbin is getting the start for the Nationals at home against the Dodgers. He has had a tough start to the season, as he has taken the loss in each of his first three starts. Corbin's last start came on the road against the Dodgers, where he gave up 5 earned runs and took the loss.</p><p>Washington's offense has been struggling this season, as they are averaging just 3.8 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the league. They have been a bit better on the road (4.0 RPG) than at home (3.6 RPG). As a team, they are batting .238, which is 13th in the league, and are also 10th in home runs. Jesse Winker and CJ Abrams have been two of the team's bright spots, as Winker is batting .328 for the season, and Abrams comes into the game with a 9-game hitting streak and is batting .297 overall.</p>

<p>Winker and Abrams have also been hot of late, with Winker hitting .371 over his last nine games and Abrams at .289. Abrams has three homers in this stretch, while Winker has two. Joey Gallo is 2nd on the team with three homers but is batting just .143 for the season.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs Washington Nationals Betting Pick & Prediction 4/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Longhorns and Sooners. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Sooners at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK. Get ready to place your bets! This Southeastern conference matchup has an over/under of 149 points, and Oklahoma is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Texas.</p><h3>TEXAS LONGHORNS VS OKLAHOMA SOONERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lloyd Noble Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Sooners.</li><li>Not only will Oklahoma pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Norman Possible for the Longhorns?</h3><p>Texas dropped to 11-5 on the season after a 74-70 home loss to Tennessee on Saturday. The Longhorns entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Texas trailed 33-31 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 41 points to the Volunteers after the break, which proved to be the difference.</p><p>Tre Johnson led the way for Texas with 26 points on 11-of-17 shooting, hitting 4-of-8 from beyond the arc. The Longhorns shot 41.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 48.4%, and connected on just 28% of their three-point attempts (7-of-25).</p> <p>Texas grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists, with Zakai Zeigler contributing 8 assists to go along with his 16 points. Darlinstone Dubar added 12 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and finished 4-of-6 overall from the field.</p><p>Texas held their opponent to 74 points on 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas gave up 7 threes on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 28%. They also sent them to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Can the Sooners Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Oklahoma fell to 13-3 on the season after a 72-62 loss to Georgia on Saturday. The Sooners, who were +7.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 134 fell short of the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma led 36-33 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 39.</p><p>Oklahoma struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 25.9% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, and they managed 62 points in the game.</p> <p>Jalon Moore, Asa Newell, and Dakota Leffew each contributed 15 points, with Leffew shooting 62.5% overall and 50% from three. Kobe Elvis also shot 50% from beyond the arc, adding 14 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense gave up 72 points, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 56% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oklahoma held the other team to just 3 made threes on 17 attempts, a 17% shooting percentage. The opposing team also went 27/37 from the free-throw line, and Oklahoma gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Texas Longhorns vs Oklahoma Sooners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pride and Tigers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Tigers at TU Arena in Towson, MD. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 123.5 points, with Towson being favored by -4 at home against Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -4</p><p>This game will be played at TU Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 123.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Pride improved to 8-7 on the season with a 66-63 win over UNCW on Saturday, January 11th. Hofstra, playing at home, entered the game as -2.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Hofstra led 29-24 at halftime, and while they allowed 39 points in the 2nd half, they scored 37 of their own to secure the win. The total points for the game were 129, just under the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, hitting 12 of 28 attempts, and had an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%.</p> <p>Donovan Newby led the way with 30 points, knocking down 8 of 14 threes at 57.1%. Jean Aranguren added 20 points, shooting 5 of 9 from deep. Michael Graham was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots and grabbing 11 rebounds.</p><p>Hofstra's defense gave up 63 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 23 of 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 11 of 23 shooting for 47%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hofstra's opponents hit 12 of 28 shots, good for 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 8 for 57%. Hofstra gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 7-9 on the season with a 93-82 road win over Drexel on Saturday. Towson entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 32-32 tie at halftime, Towson scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44 points. The game’s total points of 175 went well over the O/U line of 126.5.</p><p>The Tigers put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 54.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 62.5%. They connected on 45% of their threes (9/20) and hit 59.1% of their two-point attempts (26/44).</p> <p>Nendah Tarke and Dylan Williamson led the way, with Tarke scoring 27 points on 9/14 shooting, including 4/6 from three. Williamson added 26 points, hitting 10/15 from the field and 3/4 from deep, while also dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Towson's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed 26 two-point baskets on 53 attempts, a 49% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Towson's defense gave up 5 threes on 12 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41%. They also sent them to the line 27 times, where they hit 15 free throws, shooting 55%.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Towson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Betting on today's Revolutionaries and Dukes game? Catch the action at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Dukes hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. This Atlantic 10 conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Duquesne is favored to win by -11.5 at home vs. George Washington.</p><h3>GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES VS DUQUESNE DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 2:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Even though we have Duquesne winning straight-up, we like George Washington at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Revolutionaries Stand a Chance in Pittsburgh?</h3><p>George Washington has struggled on the road this season, going just 3-8 away from home. They have lost seven straight road games and are 2-8 in their last 10 games on the road. For the year, they are getting outscored by an average of 7.9 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>As an underdog this season, George Washington is just 5-11, and they are 15-15 overall. They are coming off a win over St. Bonaventure, and they are 11-7 at home compared to 3-8 on the road.</p><p>George Washington's ATS record this season is 12-16-1, including a 5-5-1 mark on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Revolutionaries are just 3-6-1 vs. the spread. However, they have gone 2-0-1 ATS in their last 3 road games and 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 games as the underdog.</p><p>The over/under record for George Washington games this season is 16-13. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 150.2, and the average score in their games is 155.7. Today's over/under line of 145.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 141 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the George Washington offense ended with 86 points against St. Bonaventure. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 58.7% and made 15 threes. The George Washington offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 25.2 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 35% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>Facing Duquesne, George Washington aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 78.1 points allowed per game (311st). In today's game vs. Duquesne, the George Washington defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, George Washington made 17 free-throws vs. the Revolutionaries.</p><h3>Can Duquesne Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Through 30 games, Duquesne has a record of 19-11. They are currently riding a three-game win streak and have gone 9-8 in Atlantic 10 play. At home, the Dukes are 13-4, and they have an average scoring margin of +6.1 points per game.</p>

<p>As for their record as the favorite, Duquesne is 14-6 in 20 games. They will enter today's game against George Washington as 11.5-point favorites. In their last game, the Dukes defeated VCU by a score of 69-59.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Duquesne has gone 9-11 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 8-9, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 6-4.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Duquesne games is 8-20-1, and today's line of 145.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (143.5). In their last three games, the average scoring total is 124 points, which is lower than the over/under line of 145.5 for today's game.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Dukes' offense tallied 69 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 71.2 points per game. Dae Dae Grant is leading the team in scoring at 17 points per contest. Jimmy Clark III has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.8 going into the game.</p><p>This season, the Duquesne defense has been impressive, holding the 49th position in the country while permitting an average of 66.8 points per contest. In their previous game vs. VCU, the Rams finished with a field goal percentage of 42% and a total of 59 points vs. Duquesne.</p>

George Washington Revolutionaries vs Duquesne Dukes Betting Pick & Prediction 3/9/24

<p>At 2:20 PM from Wrigley Field in Chicago, we have an NL matchup between the Marlins and Cubs. Heading into Friday's game, the Marlins are 4-15 compared to the Cubs at 11-7. On the money line, the Cubs are the favorite at -170.</p>

<p>Miami will be sending A.J. Puk to the mound up against Jameson Taillon for the Cubs. The over/under line is at 9.5 runs, and you can catch this one on BSFL.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs Moneyline -170</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 2:20 ET on Friday, April 19th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS CUBS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cubs winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the under</li></ul><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is coming off a game in which they wasted several good performances. In their 3-1 loss to the Giants, Trevor Rogers was excellent on the mound, allowing just one run while pitching into the 6th inning. They also got a big offensive performance from Bryan De La Cruz, going 2/4 with a homer.</p>

<p>Declan Cronin took the loss out of the bullpen for the Marlins, as Miami allowed two runs in the top of the 8th to blow their lead. Heading into this game, the Marlins were the slight favorite at -106 at home.</p><p>Miami is really struggling this season, as they have a record of 4-15 heading into today's game in Chicago. The Marlins are on a six-game series losing streak and have yet to win a series this season. In the NL East, they are in 5th place and trail the Braves by nine games.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Marlins are 2-11 compared to 2-4 on the road. Miami got a win in their most recent game vs. the Giants. This came after dropping four straight.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Marlins are 6-13 overall, but they are 3-3 on the road. They have covered the run line in two straight games on the road and are 6-6 against the run line as an underdog. The average run margin in their losses is -3.5, while it is +4.2 in their wins.</p><p>Despite their 11-8 over/under record for the season, the Miami Marlins have only had one game with an over/under line higher than 9.5 runs, and that game went over the total. Their games have averaged 9.2 runs per game, and when the over/under line has been set at 9.5 runs, they have gone 0-0. So far this season, their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs.</p><p>Coming off of a loss in his last start, A.J. Puk and the Marlins are on the road to take on the Cubs. Puk has started three games this season and has taken the loss in each of them. He has gone 4 innings in each of his last two starts, and in his most recent outing, he went 4 2/3 innings, giving up 2 runs on 5 hits.</p><p>For the Marlins, we have Luis Arraez projected to have the most hits on the team, and his total is the 5th highest in the league today. Jesús Sánchez is not far behind in terms of total hits, and he has the best odds to hit a home run for the Marlins, with his home run projection ranking 8th in the league today. Jazz Chisholm Jr. is our 2nd best bet to hit a home run for the Marlins, and his odds are 9th best in the league.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>The Cubs's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Diamondbacks, closing out their series with a 5-3 win. After allowing one run to the Diamondbacks in the bottom of the first, the Cubs responded with two runs of their own. Chicago went on to add another two runs in the 5th inning.</p>

<p>Starting for the Cubs was Jordan Wicks, who picked up the win. He went 4 1/3 innings, giving up just two runs on five hits. Cody Bellinger had only two hits, but one of them was a home run, and Mike Tauchman also had a good day at the plate, going 2/4 with a run scored.</p><p>With an overall record of 11-7, the Cubs are 2nd in the NL Central, just half a game behind the Brewers. Today, the Cubs are at home as they get ready to take on the Marlins. So far, they have been really good on the road, going 6-6, and they have been even better at home, putting together a 5-1 record.</p>

<p>Looking at Chicago's series record, they have gone 4-2 so far. They head into today's game having won four straight games as the favorite. As the underdog this season, the Cubs are 7-7 straight up.</p><p>The Cubs have been a profitable run line team this season, going 13-5 overall. They have been especially good on the road, going 9-3, but have also been profitable at home, going 4-2. They have been a good run line bet as the underdog, going 10-4, and have an average run margin of +0.8 runs per game this season.</p><p>Chicago Cubs games have gone over the over/under line in just 5.6% of their games this season. Their games have averaged 10.4 runs per game, but their average over/under line has been just 8 runs. Their over/under record is 9-9, and their games have gone over the line in just one of the two games that have had a line of 9.5 runs.</p><p>Jameson Taillon is coming off a season in which he made 29 starts and finished with a record of 8-10. His ERA for the season was 4.84, and he made nine quality starts. Taillon's WHIP for the season was 1.28, and he finished the year with a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 3.4. For the season, Taillon allowed 27 home runs and finished the year with a slugging percentage allowed of .434. His FIP for the season was 4.61, and he finished the year with an OPS allowed of .735.</p><p>The Cubs' top offensive projections for today's game include Nico Hoerner, who has the highest total hits projection on the team and the 20th best in the league. Garrett Cooper is projected to hit the most home runs for the Cubs and has the 10th best odds in the league. Cody Bellinger has the 2nd best odds on the team to hit a home run and 11th best in the league.</p>

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