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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trailblazers and Golden Panthers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Panthers at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and FIU is favored by -5.5 at home against Utah Tech.</p><h3>UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Utah Tech as Away Dogs</h3><p>Utah Tech picked up a 92-87 home win over South Dakota on Thursday, improving to 2-10 for the season. The Trailblazers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Trailing 42-39 at halftime, Utah Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 179, going over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>Utah Tech put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.5%, and they added 13 offensive rebounds and 21 assists.</p> <p>Kaleb Stewart led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 60% from deep. Noa Gonsalves hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, while Beon Riley contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's opponent connected on 13 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 44%. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Utah Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>FIU improved to 3-7 on the season with a 75-69 road win over the Jaguars on Saturday. Despite being favored by 7.5 points, the Golden Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FIU’s defense stepped up in the second half, allowing just 26 points after giving up 43 in the first half. The Golden Panthers scored 47 points after halftime to complete the comeback.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, thanks in large part to hitting 53.3% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 15 attempts. They also shot 77.8% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 27 shots.</p> <p>Jarvis Walker led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes and adding 6 assists. Dashon Gittens, Paul Zilinskas, and Asim Jones each contributed 15 points, with Gittens shooting 75% from deep. FIU grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. FIU held them to 38% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made just 10 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 13 of 32 threes, shooting 40%. FIU sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 66%. FIU also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Bears and Bison are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bison will host the game at Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. The odds for this Mid-Eastern conference game currently have Howard as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Norfolk Scope Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Morgan State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>After picking up a 78-60 win over Coppin State, Morgan State will look to make it three in a row when they take on Howard. So far this season, the Bears have gone 11-19 and are 5-7 in Mid-Eastern play. On the road, they are just 1-14.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Morgan State has gone 3-17 this season. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 3-7, and for the year, their average scoring margin on the road is -17.1. So far, they have been the underdog in 20 of their 30 games.</p><p>As the underdog, Morgan State has been a solid bet vs. the spread this season, going 10-9-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-8-1 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 146.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Morgan State's games this season (147.3). So far, 12 of their games have finished with less points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 145 points.</p><p>Morgan State is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 78 points versus Coppin State. This output is higher than their season-average of 72.9 points per game. Will Thomas is leading the team in scoring at 13.6 points per contest. Wynston Tabbs has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.6 going into the game.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Morgan State is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 77.5 points per game (296th). The Morgan State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 60 points and allowed Coppin State to connect on 2 threes.</p><h3>Is It the Bison Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Howard is favored by 5.5 points in this game, and they have a record of 11-6 when favored this season. They have a record of 6-5 at home, and their average scoring margin at home is +2.8 points per game. They are coming off a 77-58 loss to Norfolk State.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bison have gone 15-16. They have a record of 9-5 in Mid-Eastern Conference games compared to a non-conference record of 6-11. Their average scoring margin on the road is -4.0 points per game, and they have gone 7-11 in road games.</p><p>Howard's ATS record this season is 10-17-2, but they are just 4-6-1 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bison are just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Howard's over/under record this season is 18-11 and the average point total in their games is 150.4. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (147.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2. For the season, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Howard offense concluded with only 58 points against Norfolk State. Throughout the game, they made 6/22 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 32.7%. In terms of three-point shooting, the Bison offense has been good from outside, hitting 37% of their three-pointers on an average of 21.6 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 45%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Howard defense is giving up an average of 74.9 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.5 threes per game vs. Morgan State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.0%.</p>

Morgan State Bears vs Howard Bison Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Tigers game? Catch the action at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Princeton is favored by -5.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Are the Zips Ready for a Win at Princeton?</h3><p>Akron improved to 5-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Jackson State on Saturday, December 21st. The Zips entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined points of 118 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading just 30-29 at halftime, Akron clamped down defensively, allowing only 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own to pull away for the win.</p><p>Akron struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 9 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they managed to score 68 points.</p> <p>On the bright side, the Zips grabbed 24 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Shammah Scott and Isaiah Gray both shot 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Akron's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 28% shooting from the field. The Zips were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 11/38 on two-point attempts, also at 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, with the opponent shooting 28% from deep. The Zips also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%.</p><h3>Will Princeton Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 8-4 on the season with an 83-82 road win over Rutgers on Saturday, December 21st. Princeton entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 46-44 at halftime but outscored Rutgers 39-36 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes on 27 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 44.4% from the line, going 8 for 18.</p> <p>The Tigers dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Dylan Harper led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 6 from three. Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each added 21 points, with Pierce pulling down 14 rebounds and Lee contributing 11 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 29 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 23 two-point baskets on 44 tries, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 6 of 19 shots, shooting 31%. Princeton also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, or 78%. The Tigers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Akron Zips vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>The Horned Frogs and Wildcats are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Wildcats will host the game at McKale Center in Tucson, AZ. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Arizona is favored by -14.5 vs. TCU in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>TCU HORNED FROGS VS ARIZONA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKale Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Arizona winning straight-up, we like TCU at +14.5.</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 Horned Frogs Stand a Chance in Tucson?</h3><h3>TCU Horned Frogs Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>TCU improved to 7-4 on the season with a dominant 82-48 win over Montana State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Horned Frogs were -10.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> 

<p>TCU led 42-25 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bobcats 40-23. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>TCU put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They hit 34.8% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 23 attempts, and were 44.4% on two-pointers, going 16 for 36. Their free-throw shooting was a standout, as they made 26 of 29 for 89.7%.</p> <p>Max Agbonkpolo led the way with 18 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 50% from deep. Noah Reynolds added 15 points despite shooting just 20%, contributing 5 assists. TCU had 14 offensive rebounds and 12 assists as a team.</p><p>TCU's defense held their opponent to just 48 points, despite allowing them to shoot 40% from the field. The Horned Frogs gave up 24 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU's opponent shot 34%, hitting 8 of 23 three-point attempts. TCU also sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 26 free throws for 89%.</p><h3>Does Arizona Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Arizona improved to 6-5 on the season with a dominant 94-41 win over Central Michigan on Saturday. The Wildcats, playing at home, were -27.5 favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The game’s total points ended at 135, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Arizona led 44-23 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while holding the Chippewas to just 18 points.</p><p>Arizona's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a 54.5% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, thanks in large part to their 70.3% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 34.5% of their shots, going 10-for-29.</p> <p>The Wildcats were also strong at the free-throw line, hitting 12 of 13 attempts for a 92.3% success rate. They dished out 28 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Caleb Love led the way with 24 points in 24 minutes, shooting 60% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range.</p><p>Arizona's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 41 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with the other team hitting 70% of their two-point attempts, going 26/37.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arizona's defense allowed 10 made threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 12 of those attempts, shooting 92%. Additionally, Arizona gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Gaels and Pilots are set to face off at 8:30 ET on WCC. The Pilots will host the game at Chiles Center in Portland, OR. Saint Mary's is favored by -18 in this West Coast conference contest against Portland. The game's over/under currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT MARY'S GAELS VS PORTLAND PILOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +18</p><p>This game will be played at Chiles Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Pilots.</li><li>Not only will Portland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +18.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Saint Mary's Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>Through 25 games, Saint Mary's has been the favorite in 21 matchups, and they have gone 15-6 in those games. They come into this game against Portland with a record of 19-6, including a perfect 10-0 mark in West Coast Conference play. Their current win streak sits at 11 games.</p>

<p>On the road, the Gaels have been even better than at home, going 8-0 compared to 10-6 at home. Their average scoring margin on the road is +13.0, and they have won their last eight games away from home.</p><p>Against the spread, Saint Mary's has a .500 record this season at 12-12. On the road, they have gone 5-3 vs. the spread. Over their last three road games, the Gaels are 3-0 ATS and they have gone 4-1 ATS in their last five road contests. As the favorite, Saint Mary's has gone 9-12 vs. the spread this season.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Saint Mary's games is 12-12 and today's line of 139.5 is higher than the average over/under line of 132.5. So far, 18 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points.</p><p>Saint Mary's is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 84 points versus Pacific. This output is higher than their season-average of 73 points per game. Aidan Mahaney is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 13.8. Meanwhile, Augustas Marciulionis also brings a PPG average of 11.8 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Gaels' defense is ranked 3rd in the country at 57.9 points per contest. Against Pacific in their most recent game, the Saint Mary's defense gave up a total of 43 points while allowing Pacific to hit 33% of their shots.</p><h3>No Pressure for Portland as Home Dogs</h3><p>Portland has not been a good team this season and they have been especially bad on the road where they have gone just 2-11 with an average scoring margin of -17.9 points per game. At home, they are 5-6 with an average scoring margin of -2.4 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Pilots have gone just 2-14 this season and they come into this game with an overall record of 9-16. In their last game, they lost to Gonzaga by a score of 96-64.</p><p>As the underdog, Portland has gone 5-11 vs. the spread this season and just 3-7 in their last 10 games as the underdog. However, their home ATS record is 7-4 this year and 5-4 in their last 10 games at home.</p><p>Portland's over/under record for the season sits at 11-13 and the average over/under line in their games is 150.8. So far, 20 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 139.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 155 points and their OU record in that span is 1-2.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Portland offense ended with 64 points against Gonzaga. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 35.9% and made 9 threes. The top scorer for the Pilots was Juan Sebastian Gorosito with 13 points, while Bol Dengdit also chipped in with 12 points.</p><p>Coming into the game, Portland will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 80.8 points per game (319th). So far, the Portland defense is giving up an average of 8.5 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.6 times per game (627th).</p>

Saint Mary's Gaels vs Portland Pilots Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

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The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Hornets and Tigers game? Catch the action at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on SEC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Missouri is favored by -23.5 at home against Alabama State.</p><h3>ALABAMA STATE HORNETS VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alabama State Hornets +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALABAMA STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Missouri winning straight-up, we like Alabama State at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Hornets Secure a Win at Columbia?</h3><p>Alabama State fell to 3-8 on the season after an 83-80 home loss to Delaware State on Friday. The Hornets, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the over/under line of 148.5.</p> <p>Alabama State trailed 40-34 at halftime but put up 46 points in the second half. However, they allowed 43 points in the final period, which ultimately cost them the game.</p><p>Alabama State's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They connected on 62.5% of their two-point attempts and went 11-for-32 from beyond the arc, hitting 34.4% of their threes.</p> <p>Robert Smith led the way with 26 points, hitting 7 of 11 threes at a 63.6% clip. CJ Hines added 25 points and 6 rebounds, while Martaz Robinson contributed 23 points and 6 boards. Kaseem Watson was efficient inside, shooting 66.7% from the field and grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>Alabama State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside the arc, with the other team hitting 62% of their two-point shots (20/32).</p> <p>From three-point range, Alabama State allowed 11 threes on 32 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7 free throws (63%). The Hornets gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Missouri Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Missouri fell to 10-2 on the season after a 80-77 home loss to Illinois on Sunday, December 22nd. The Tigers were +3.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but couldn’t pull off the win. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the over/under line of 154.5.</p> <p>Trailing 37-32 at halftime, Missouri put up a strong fight in the 2nd half, scoring 45 points while allowing 43. Despite their efforts, the Tigers couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Missouri's offense put up 77 points in their last game, despite shooting just 39.7% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, but they made up for it by hitting 28 of 37 free throws, good for 75.7%.</p> <p>Kasparas Jakucionis led the way with 21 points, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc. Mark Mitchell and Tony Perkins each added 18 points, while Kylan Boswell contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting just 2 of 12 from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 80 points, Missouri's defense held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point field goals on 45 attempts, resulting in a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, Missouri's defense limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. However, they sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 28 of those attempts, shooting 75%.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bulldogs and Antelopes. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Antelopes at GCU Arena in Phoenix, AZ. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 158.5 points, and Grand Canyon is favored by -12.5 against Bryant in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bryant Bulldogs +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at GCU Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BRYANT BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Antelopes.</li><li>Even though we have Grand Canyon winning straight-up, we like Bryant at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have a Shot at a Win at Phoenix?</h3><h3>Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 4-8 on the season after a 70-65 road loss to Towson on Sunday. Entering the game as +4 point underdogs, Bryant not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 33-28 at halftime, the Bulldogs scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed the same number. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Bryant's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 36.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, and they connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Earl Timberlake led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 47.6% from the floor. Barry Evans and Tyler Tejada each added 18 points, with Evans hitting 42.9% of his threes. The Bulldogs finished with 7 offensive rebounds and 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 70 points, the Bryant Bulldogs' defense held their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 26 made field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>Bryant's defense struggled inside, giving up 21 two-point field goals on 40 attempts (52%). However, they limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 5 made threes on 24 attempts (20%).</p><h3>Does Grand Canyon Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Antelopes improved to 8-4 on the season with a 68-55 road win over San Diego on Saturday. Despite being -16 favorites, Grand Canyon didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Grand Canyon led 31-26 at halftime and outscored San Diego 37-29 in the second half. The total points of 123 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Grand Canyon's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 27.8% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range, hitting only 2 of 12 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 29.6%, but they managed to score 68 points thanks to their free-throw shooting, hitting 36 of 42 attempts for 85.7%.</p> <p>The Antelopes had 10 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game. Kjay Bradley Jr. led the team with 20 points, shooting 47.1% from the field and 50% from three. JaKobe Coles added 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% overall, while Santiago Trouet contributed 17 points and 14 rebounds, hitting 53.3% of his shots.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 31% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Antelopes limited their opponent to 4 threes on 25 attempts, a 16% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7, shooting 63%.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Broncos and Dons game? Catch the action at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA, as the Dons hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this West Coast conference game currently have San Francisco as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Dons -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO DONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Not only will San Francisco pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Santa Clara Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Santa Clara improved to 9-5 on the season with a 91-80 win over Pepperdine on Saturday, December 28th. The Broncos were at home and entered the game as -15.5 favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the over/under line of 154.5.</p> <p>Santa Clara led 52-43 at halftime and outscored Pepperdine 39-37 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 50.7% shooting performance from the field. They excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 45.5% of their threes, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%.</p> <p>The Broncos shared the ball well, dishing out 22 assists, with Adama-Alpha Bal leading the way with 8. Stefan Todorovic paced the team with 25 points, while Tyeree Bryan and Dovydas Butka also had strong performances, with Butka shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 55% of their two-point attempts, going 19/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Broncos gave up 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 11 times, where they converted 8 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Dons Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 10-3 this season with a 70-55 win over Loyola Marymount on Saturday. San Francisco, who were -10.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 31-25 at halftime and outscored the Lions 39-30 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>San Francisco managed just 38.1% shooting from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 32.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 34 attempts, while shooting 44.8% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Jevon Porter led the Dons with 22 points, despite missing all 6 of his three-point attempts. Malik Thomas added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Marcus Williams contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 of 8 threes.</p><p>San Francisco's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 38% shooting from the field. The Dons limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 44% (13/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws (68%).</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

Siena Saints vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Cincinnati comes into this matchup with the Marlins as the heavy favorite, with their money line odds sitting at -158 compared to the Marlins at +134. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs, and the Reds will be looking to keep their two-game winning streak alive. Miami has lost four straight and is 5th in the NL East.</p>

<p>First pitch from Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati is set for 4:10 PM ET, and BSFL will be televising this NL matchup. Saturday's forecast in Cincinnati calls for light rain and temperatures in the low 80s. Edward Cabrera is starting for the Marlins, while the Reds are going with Andrew Abbott.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline -158</p><p>This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 4:10 ET on Saturday, July 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Cincinnati picked up a 7-4 win over the Marlins in the most recent game of this series. The Reds had a huge 3rd inning, scoring four of their seven runs. As for the Marlins, they scored three of their four runs in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Reds were favored at -175 on the money line.</p>

<p>Carson Spiers got the win for the Reds, going five innings and giving up three earned runs. Yonny Chirinos had a rough outing for the Marlins, taking the loss after going just 5 2/3 innings and giving up seven earned runs.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Reds were led by Jeimer Candelario and Rece Hinds, as they were the only two Reds hitters to have more than one hit. Candelario, Jonathan India, and Elly De La Cruz each had two RBIs for Cincinnati's offense.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is 32-62 overall, putting them 5th in the NL East, 29 games behind the Phillies for the division lead. The Marlins have dropped four straight games, and they are 2-8 across their last 10. So far, they are just 7-19 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are just 18-31 and 14-31 on the road. As the underdog, Miami is 28-49 this year, and they are just 4-13 when favored. The Marlins have an overall series record of 8-20-2 this year.</p><p>Miami is 41-53 on the run line this season, including 22-23 on the road. The Marlins are 2-15 vs. the run line as favorites and have failed to cover in their last three games. Miami's average run differential is -1.6 runs per game, and they have been outscored by 1.4 runs per game on the road.</p><p>Despite the fact that the Miami Marlins have played in 85.1% of games with over/under lines set at less than 9 runs, the over has hit in three straight games. The over/under record for the Marlins is 50-42 on the season, with the average line set at 8 runs per game. Today's line is set at 9 runs, which is just the fourth time this season that the line has been set at 9 or higher.</p><p>Miami is sending Edward Cabrera to the mound today vs. the Reds, and he comes in with a record of 1-2 and ERA of 6.84. So far, he has made six starts and has one quality start to his credit. Cabrera's ERA on the road is 11.7, and he has a record of 1-1 away from home. The right-hander most recently faced the White Sox, where he went 3 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, four hits, and one homer. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Cabrera has given up at least one homer in three straight starts.</p><p>So far this season, the Marlins are averaging just 3.5 runs per game, which is the 29th in the majors. They have been even worse on the road, averaging only three runs per contest. Miami's offense has been especially weak in the power department, as their team ISO of .120 is the worst in the league. As a team, they are batting just .232, which is 15th in the league.</p>

<p>Bryan De La Cruz has been the Marlins' most consistent power threat this season, as his 16 homers are the best on the team and 12th in the league. He also leads the team with 44 RBIs. De La Cruz is currently on a four-game hitting streak. Jazz Chisholm Jr. has also been a solid power threat, with 12 homers and 42 RBIs, but he is just 3/24 in his last six games.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 46-49 overall and trail the Brewers by eight games in the NL Central. The Reds are 12-14 against other teams in the NL Central this year. Cincinnati has won two straight games, and they are 6-4 over their last 10 games overall.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 24-27 this season and an even 22-22 on the road. As the favorite, the Reds are 24-19 this year and 22-30 as the underdog. Cincinnati's overall series record is 10-17-3, and they are currently up 1-0 in the series vs. the Marlins.</p><p>The Reds have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 52-43 overall. They have been especially good on the road, going 30-14. They have covered the run line in two straight games and are 2-0 as the favorite in those games. Overall, they are 20-23 against the run line as the favorite and 32-20 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds will host the Miami Marlins in a game with an over/under line of 9 runs. The Reds have an over/under record of 42-49 on the season and have gone over the total in four straight games. Their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game this season, and when the over/under line is set at 9 runs, they have a record of 2-15-3.</p><p>Cincinnati is sending left-hander Andrew Abbott to the mound today vs. the Marlins. He has made 18 starts this season and has a record of 9-6 with a 3.06 ERA. Out of his 18 starts, Abbott has turned in seven quality starts and is averaging 7.17 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, Abbott was dominant, going seven innings and not allowing a run. He gave up just three hits in that outing. Abbott has won each of his last three starts. The last time he lost was on June 16th.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been a key run producer for the Reds this season, as his 40 RBIs are 3rd on the team and he is also tied for the team lead with 15 homers. De La Cruz is batting .255 for the season and has gone deep in four straight games. Spencer Steer has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/38 in his last 10 games with four homers and eight RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Reds are averaging 4.4 runs per game and are 11th in the league in home runs. Overall, they are batting just .231 and are 23rd in strikeouts. However, they have been pretty good at drawing walks this season and are 12th in on-base percentage.</p>

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