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<p>The Falcons and Broncos will face off at 4:05 ET on Sunday, November 17th at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. The Broncos are the favorite with a point spread of -2.5 and a money line of -134. This non-conference matchup is being televised on FOX, and the Falcons' money line odds are +112. The over/under line is set at 44 points.</p><h3>ATLANTA FALCONS VS DENVER BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Falcons +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Empower Field at Mile High at 4:05 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Broncos winning this one by a score of 21 to 19</li><li>Even though we like the Broncos to win, our ATS pick is to take the Falcons at +2.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Falcons Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Atlanta heads into week 11 with a 6-4 record, which has them sitting atop the NFC South at 4-1 in division play. Our projections give the Falcons an 85.5% chance of winning the division and an 86.9% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 14th in our power rankings. So far, Atlanta has gone 3-3 at home and 3-1 on the road.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Falcons are 5-5, with a +0.2 scoring margin. They are 4-4 as favorites and 1-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-6, with the under hitting in their last two games. Their matchups have averaged 47.4 points, compared to an average line of 46.6.</p><p>Atlanta's offense ranks 11th in our power rankings, averaging 23.8 points per game, which is also 11th in the NFL. They are 5th in passing yards per game, with 250.4, on 33.5 attempts per game. On the ground, they rank 12th in rushing yards per game, with 124.7, on 26.9 attempts per game. They are 17th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 38.1%, and their red zone conversion rate is 29%, which is also 17th in the NFL.</p> <p>Kirk Cousins threw for 306 yards in week 10, going 23/38, with one interception and no touchdowns. Bijan Robinson rushed for 116 yards on 20 carries, scoring twice, and Drake London led the team with 8 catches for 97 yards. The Falcons scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter against the Saints but were shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Despite the loss, the Falcons' defense held the Saints to 269 passing yards on just 16 completions in their most recent game. New Orleans won a close one, 20-17, with Atlanta giving up two passing touchdowns. The Falcons' defense struggled to generate pressure, as they didn't record any sacks and had a -8 differential in quarterback hits.</p><p></p><p>Atlanta gave up 365 total yards, with 96 coming on 27 rushing attempts. The Falcons also allowed an average of 10.8 yards per pass attempt in the game.</p><h3>Will The Broncos Win At Home Over The Falcons?</h3><p>After a week 8 win over the Panthers, the Broncos have now dropped two straight games, bringing their record to 5-5. This includes a 41-10 loss to the Ravens in week 9 and a 16-14 loss to the Chiefs in week 10. Despite the loss to Kansas City, Denver managed to cover the spread as 7-point underdogs. They are 7-3 against the spread this season, with a +2 scoring margin.</p> <p>Heading into week 11, the Broncos rank 25th in our power rankings and have a 34.5% chance of making the playoffs. They are 3rd in the AFC West with a 1-2 division record and are 2-4 in conference games. Denver is 2-2 at home and 3-3 on the road.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Broncos rank 27th in our offensive power rankings. They are 19th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 19.7 points per game, and they rank 24th in total offense with 303.7 yards per game. Denver is 27th in passing yards per game (186.6) despite ranking 12th in pass attempts. On the ground, they average 117.1 rushing yards per game, which ranks 20th in the league.</p> <p>Bo Nix posted a passer rating of 115 in week 10, throwing for 215 yards and 2 touchdowns on 22/30 passing. Courtland Sutton led the team with 6 catches for 70 yards and a touchdown. Denver scored all 14 of their points in the 2nd quarter against the Chiefs, after being shut out in the 1st quarter for the 3rd consecutive game.</p><p>In their 16-14 loss to the Chiefs, the Broncos' defense allowed 243 passing yards and held Kansas City to 57 yards rushing on 19 attempts. They recorded four sacks and limited the Chiefs to a 43.8% third-down conversion rate. Despite this, the Broncos gave up one passing touchdown and allowed Kansas City to finish with 300 total yards.<p></p>The Broncos' defense was effective in generating pressure, as they had four sacks and won the quarterback hit battle with a +4 differential. However, they struggled to contain the Chiefs' passing game, as Kansas City completed 66.7% of their passes and averaged 5.8 yards per attempt. This tough defeat saw the Broncos' record drop to 0-2.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Roos and Bluejays game? Catch the action at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE, as the Bluejays hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FS2. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and Creighton is favored by -21.5 at home against Kansas City.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Roos +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY ROOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Even though we have Creighton winning straight-up, we like Kansas City at +21.5.</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>Can Kansas City Pull Off A Win at CHI Health Center Omaha?</h3><h3>Kansas City Roos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas City faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 11th, as they went on the road to take on Iowa State. Despite being +28 point underdogs, the Roos managed to cover the spread in their 82-56 loss.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-22 at halftime, Kansas City scored 34 points in the 2nd half but allowed 48 points to the Cyclones. The game’s total points ended at 138, just under the 143 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, the Kansas City Roos struggled offensively, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 25.8% from three-point range, finishing with 56 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, though they did hit 92.3% of their free throws, going 12-for-13 from the line.</p> <p>Jamar Brown and Curtis Jones each scored 20 points, with Jones adding 5 assists. Milan Momcilovic contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Dishon Jackson shot 71.4% from the field, finishing with 13 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Kansas City struggled defensively, giving up 82 points on 48% shooting from the field. Their opponent found success inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts (20/37).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas City allowed 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they made 12 free throws (63%).</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Bluejays Chances at Home</h3><p>Creighton improved to 2-0 on the season with a dominant 78-43 win over Houston Christian on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Bluejays entered the game as heavy -35 point favorites and ended up with a push against the spread. The total points for the game were 121, well below the O/U line of 153.</p> <p>Creighton set the tone early, holding the Huskies to just 12 points in the first half while scoring 39. They matched that offensive output in the second half, but Houston Christian managed to score 31 points after the break.</p><p>Creighton's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 55.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61.5%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 71% of their two-point attempts, while going 7-for-21 from beyond the arc, good for 33.3%.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner was perfect from the field, going 6-for-6 in just 22 minutes, while Steven Ashworth hit 3-of-5 from deep, finishing with 13 points and 6 assists. The Bluejays dished out 19 assists as a team, but managed just 4 offensive rebounds, shooting 65% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Creighton’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 43 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. Inside the arc, the Bluejays allowed 22 made baskets on 31 attempts, resulting in a 71% shooting percentage for their opponent.</p> <p>From three-point range, Creighton’s defense gave up 7 threes on 21 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Creighton did limit second-chance opportunities, allowing just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Kansas City Roos vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawks and Scarlet Knights. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 145.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -20 against Monmouth in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Monmouth Hawks +20</p><p>This game will be played at Jersey Mike's Arena at 6:30 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONMOUTH HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Even though we have Rutgers winning straight-up, we like Monmouth at +20.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Monmouth dropped a 79-66 decision to Northern Illinois on Tuesday, November 12th. The Hawks, who were -2.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in just under the O/U line of 148.5, with a combined 145 points.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-34 at halftime, Monmouth couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 32 points while allowing 37. The Hawks will need to regroup as they look to bounce back from this road loss.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 31.1% from the field and 25% from three-point range. They managed only 6 assists, but grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and went 24/36 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 25 points, despite shooting 42.9% overall and 25% from deep. Quentin Jones added 22 points, hitting 50% of his shots and 3 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. The Hawks allowed 14 two-point field goals on 28 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Monmouth's opponent hit 9 of 20 threes, shooting 45%. The Hawks also sent them to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 24 free throws (68%). Monmouth gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Rutgers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Rutgers picked up a 75-65 win over Saint Peter's on Monday, November 11th. Playing at home, the Scarlet Knights were -16.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 140, exceeding the O/U line of 133.</p> <p>After trailing 42-37 at halftime, Rutgers clamped down defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, going just 3 of 16 for 18.8%.</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 1 of 6 from three. Marcus Randolph added 22 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from deep, while Lathan Sommerville contributed 14 points on 5 of 8 shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 65 points, Rutgers struggled to contain their opponent inside, allowing them to shoot 60% on two-pointers with a 24/40 performance. However, the Scarlet Knights did a good job defending the perimeter, holding their opponent to just 18% shooting from three-point range, with only 3 made threes out of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Rutgers sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 72%. The Scarlet Knights also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Seahawks versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC. UNCW comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 155 points.</p><h3>UNCW SEAHAWKS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UNCW Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>UNCW Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UNCW opened their season with a 92-84 win over Georgia Southern on Friday. The Seahawks, who were -5.5 favorites, covered the spread in this home victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-34 at halftime, UNCW turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 58 points while allowing 47. The total points for the game hit 176, surpassing the O/U line of 152.</p><p>UNCW's offense put up 92 points in their last game, with Donovan Newby leading the way, scoring 33 points on 54.5% shooting. Dontae Horne added 23 points, while Khamari McGriff contributed 21 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 77.8% from the field.</p> <p>The Seahawks shot 64% on two-pointers, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 25 threes (20%). They made 45 of 59 free throws (76.3%) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, with an effective field goal percentage of 48%.</p><p>Despite UNCW holding their opponent to just 42% shooting, they still allowed 84 points. The Seahawks gave up 16 two-pointers on 25 attempts, a 64% success rate for the other team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW's defense was more effective, as their opponent hit only 5 of 25 threes, shooting 20%. However, the Seahawks sent them to the line 59 times, where they converted 76% of their free throws. UNCW also allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will USC Upstate Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>USC Upstate’s recent game against Wake Forest on Wednesday saw the Spartans fall 85-80 on the road. Despite being +29 point underdogs, they kept the game much closer than expected.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 41-38 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44. The total points for the game reached 165, going over the pre-game line of 152.</p><p>USC Upstate put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They connected on 40% of their threes, hitting 12 of 30 attempts, and went 9 for 10 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Mister Dean led the way with 24 points on 10 of 14 shooting, while Hunter Sallis added 23 points and 6 assists. Davin Cosby was a standout from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled defensively, giving up 85 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Spartans had a particularly tough time inside, where they allowed 72% shooting on two-point attempts (21/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate held their opponent to 26% shooting, with 7 made threes on 26 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 22 free throws (66%). The Spartans gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

UNCW Seahawks vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

<p>Georgia is favored at -9.5 points as they host Tennessee at Sanford Stadium in Athens. Kick-off is set for 7:30 ET, and the game will be broadcast on ABC. The over/under line is at 48.5 points. The Bulldogs come in with a 7-2 record, while the Volunteers are 8-1 on the season. The money line odds have Georgia at -355 and Tennessee at +276.</p><h3>TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Volunteers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sanford Stadium at 7:30 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Tennessee Volunteers winning this one by a score of 28 to 14</li><li>Not only do we have the Tennessee Volunteers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +9.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Tennessee Volunteers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Tennessee heads into Week 12 against Georgia with an 8-1 record and a 4-0 mark at home. They are 2-1 on the road this season. The Volunteers are ranked 9th in our power rankings and have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible. They have a 12.6% chance of winning the Southeastern but a 73.6% chance of making the playoff, which is 8th best in the country.</p><p></p><p>So far, Tennessee has been favored in six of their nine games, going 5-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin this season is +25 points, and they are 4-3 against the spread, with a 2-1 record on the road and a 2-2 mark at home.</p><p></p><p>The Volunteers’ over/under record is 3-4, with their games averaging 50.1 points. Their average over/under line is 56.9 points, and this week’s line is set at 48.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 12, Tennessee’s offense is 15th in scoring, averaging 37.6 points per game, and we have them ranked 45th in our offensive power rankings. They are 9th in the nation in rushing, with 237.9 yards per game, and 5th in rushing attempts, averaging 45.9 per game. Dylan Sampson leads the team with 1,129 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry.</p> <p>Nico Iamaleava has thrown for 1,879 yards with 11 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 100. Tennessee ranks 62nd in passing yards per game. Iamaleava has completed 65.2% of his passes. Dont'e Thornton Jr. leads the receivers with 505 yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Tennessee's defense has been strong this season, ranking 5th nationally by allowing just 12.6 points per game. They’re also 22nd in passing yards allowed, giving up only 171.6 yards per game, and rank 19th against the run, allowing 108.1 rushing yards per game.</p> <p></p><p>In their latest game, Tennessee’s defense gave up just 14 points and limited Mississippi State to 92 passing yards, while forcing one interception. They allowed 179 rushing yards on 38 attempts.</p><h3>Are The Georgia Bulldogs Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Georgia enters Week 12 against Tennessee with a 7-2 record, going 4-0 at home and 2-2 on the road. They are 6th in our CFB power rankings, with a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible. However, their odds of winning the Southeastern sit at 7.7%. Georgia has a 73.9% chance of making the playoff, which ranks 7th in the country.</p> <p></p><p>The Bulldogs are 5-2 as the favorite this season and 1-0 as the underdog, with an average scoring margin of +12.1 points per game. Against the spread, they are 2-6, going 1-3 at home and 1-3 on the road. As the favorite, their ATS record is 1-6.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 48.5 points, lower than their season average line of 51.7 points. Georgia’s over/under record is 3-5, with their games averaging 49 points per contest.</p><p>Georgia’s offense is averaging 30.6 points per game heading into week 12, ranking 39th in college football. However, they are 16th in our offensive power rankings. Carson Beck has thrown for 2,488 yards with 17 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 90.</p> <p>Georgia ranks 22nd in passing attempts, averaging 37 per game, and they are 21st in passing yards, with 286.4 yards per game. Their third-down conversion rate is 38.6%, and they are 105th in rushing, averaging 125.3 yards per game. Trevor Etienne leads the ground attack with 475 yards and seven touchdowns.</p><p>Georgia’s defense has been solid this season, ranking 14th nationally by allowing just 18.4 points per game. They’ve given up 114.9 rushing yards per game, which ranks 30th, and 195.6 passing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 77.7 and a completion percentage of 58.4% against Georgia.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Ole Miss, Georgia’s defense allowed 28 points, giving up 396 total yards, including 263 passing yards. They also forced one interception in the game.</p>

Tennessee Volunteers vs Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Golden Hurricane versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, MO. The over/under for this game is set at 148 points, and Missouri State is favored by -1.5 against Tulsa in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE VS MISSOURI STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri State Bears -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Great Southern Bank Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Missouri State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Golden Hurricane Secure a Win at Springfield?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulsa picked up an 85-76 win over Oral Roberts on Wednesday, November 13th, in a home game. The Golden Hurricane were -11 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Tulsa led 38-29 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half, but they also allowed 47 points after the break. The total points for the game were 161, exceeding the over/under line of 152.</p><p>Tulsa's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.6% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 73.3% of their free throws, going 22-for-30 from the line.</p> <p>Keaston Willis contributed 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three. Issac McBride led the team with 24 points, despite shooting just 36.8% from the field and 36.4% from deep.</p><p>Tulsa's defense gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field on 27 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, Tulsa allowed 58% shooting, as their opponents connected on 18 of 31 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tulsa's defense saw their opponents hit 9 of 26 attempts, good for 34%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 22 for 73%. Tulsa allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bears Win at Home?</h3><p>Missouri State's season opener ended with a 72-65 loss to Butler on Monday. The Bears were +16.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 39-36 at halftime, Missouri State scored 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 137 fell just under the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>Missouri State managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 37.3% from the field and 32.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they hit only 60% of their free throws.</p> <p>Jahmyl Telfort led the way with 29 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 66.7% from three. Dez White contributed 21 points, though he shot just 33.3% from the field and 30.8% from deep.</p><p>Missouri State's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 12 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, also at a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bears' defense conceded 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% success rate. At the free-throw line, their opponents went 21/28, hitting 75% of their shots. Missouri State also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs Missouri State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>On Sunday, November 17th at 8:20 ET, the Bengals and Chargers will face off at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. This week 11 AFC matchup is being televised on NBC. The Chargers are the favorite with a point spread of -1.5 and money line odds of -120. The over/under line is set at 46.5 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BENGALS VS LOS ANGELES CHARGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Chargers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 8:20 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CHARGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chargers winning this one by a score of 28 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Chargers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 46.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bengals Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 11, the Bengals sit 15th in our NFL power rankings and have a 36.9% chance of making the playoffs. They are 4-6 on the season, including a 3-2 record on the road. In division play, Cincinnati is 1-2, and they are 2-4 against AFC opponents. This puts them 3rd in the AFC North and 9th in the conference standings.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Bengals are 6-4, with a +0.8 scoring margin. They have covered the spread in two straight games, including a 1-point loss to the Ravens in week 10, where they were 6-point underdogs. The over has hit in three consecutive Bengals games, and their O/U record is 7-3 this season.</p><p>Joe Burrow has been on a tear, following up his 5-touchdown performance in week 9 with 428 passing yards and 4 touchdowns in week 10 against the Ravens. He completed 34 of 56 passes without an interception, posting a passer rating of 108. Ja'Marr Chase was his top target, hauling in 11 catches for 264 yards and 3 touchdowns. On the ground, Chase Brown had 13 carries for 42 yards and a touchdown.</p> <p>Heading into week 11, the Bengals are 5th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 5th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 27, and are 4th in passing yards per game with 254.8. They have struggled in the run game, ranking 29th in rushing yards per game with 89.7, on 22.4 attempts per game.</p><p>Despite winning the tackles for loss battle, the Bengals' defense struggled to generate pressure in their latest game, a 35-34 loss to the Ravens. Cincinnati allowed four passing touchdowns and gave up 290 yards through the air on 25 completions. Baltimore converted 58.3% of their third down attempts, and the Bengals failed to record a single sack while losing the QB hit differential by -12.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Bengals' defense allowed a completion percentage of 75.8% and 389 total yards in the game. They also gave up 99 yards on the ground, with the Ravens averaging 4.0 yards per rushing attempt.</p><h3>Will The Chargers Win At Home Over The Bengals?</h3><p>With three straight wins, the Chargers now sit at 6-3, giving them an 88.2% chance of making the playoffs, according to our projections. After a week 7 loss to the Cardinals, they bounced back with victories over the Saints (28-6), Browns (27-10), and Titans (27-17). Against Tennessee, L.A. covered the 8.5-point spread, but the 44 points scored in the game went over the 40-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 11, the Chargers rank 16th in our power rankings. They are 6-2-1 against the spread, with a +7.6 scoring margin. Their O/U record stands at 2-7, with their games averaging 33.8 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Chargers are 13th in our offensive power rankings. They are 16th in the NFL in points per game (20.7) and 22nd in passing yards per game (196.4), despite ranking 30th in passing attempts. On the ground, they average 117.9 rushing yards per game, ranking 19th, with 29.6 rushing attempts per game, which is 8th in the league. Los Angeles ranks 12th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (39.8%) and 6th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Justin Herbert has been on a roll, posting a passer rating of 123 in week 10, following ratings of 125 in week 9 and 111 in week 8. Against the Titans in week 10, he threw for 164 yards and a touchdown, completing 14 of 18 passes without an interception. Ladd McConkey led the team with 52 receiving yards, while Gus Edwards rushed for 55 yards on 10 carries.</p><p>The Chargers' defense came up with seven sacks in their most recent game, helping them to a 27-17 win over the Titans. Despite allowing 132 rushing yards on just 21 attempts, the Chargers held the Titans to 157 passing yards. Tennessee managed to complete 78.3% of their passes, with two passing touchdowns, but the Chargers limited them to 6.8 yards per attempt.</p><p></p><p>Los Angeles' defense was also strong on third downs, allowing the Titans to convert just 33.3% of their third down attempts. The Chargers' pass rush was effective, as they also had a positive differential in QB hits and tackles for loss.</p>

Cincinnati Bengals vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>The Jaguars and Lions will face off at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th at Ford Field in Detroit. The Jaguars are the heavy underdogs, with their point spread at +13 and money line at +522. The Lions are favored by -794 and are looking to improve their record in this non-conference matchup. The game will be televised on CBS, and the over/under line is set at 47.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS VS DETROIT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Lions -13</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Field at 1:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Lions winning this one by a score of 30 to 15</li><li>Not only do we have the Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -13</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jaguars Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Jacksonville heads into week 11 against the Lions looking to snap a three-game losing streak, which includes a 12-7 home loss to the Vikings in week 10. The Jaguars are now 2-8 on the season, putting them 4th in the AFC South. They are 0-5 on the road and 2-3 at home, with one of those wins coming in week 7 against the Patriots. Jacksonville couldn’t build on that victory, losing to the Packers in week 8 and the Eagles in week 9.</p> <p>According to our power rankings, the Jaguars are 29th in the NFL, and we give them a 1.5% chance of making the playoffs. They have an average scoring margin of -6.2 points per game but are 6-4 against the spread this season. They have covered in four straight games, including their week 10 loss to the Vikings, where they were 7-point underdogs.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense has struggled in recent weeks, with Mac Jones throwing for just 111 yards and 2 interceptions in week 10 after Trevor Lawrence's 169-yard, 2-interception performance in week 9. Before that, Lawrence threw for 308 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 8. Evan Engram led the team with 40 receiving yards in week 10, while Travis Etienne Jr. had 44 rushing yards.</p> <p></p><p>Heading into week 11, the Jaguars rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in points per game (20.2) and 25th in yards per game (302.9). Jacksonville ranks 27th in 3rd-down conversions and 21st in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 7th in red zone attempts.</p><p>Despite their defensive effort, the Jaguars lost 12-7 to the Vikings in their most recent game. The Jaguars' defense intercepted three passes and held the Vikings to a 35.7% conversion rate on third down. However, they struggled to stop the run, allowing 169 rushing yards on 43 attempts. Jacksonville also gave up 233 passing yards and 402 total yards.</p><p></p><p>Jacksonville's defense managed only one sack in the game and allowed Minnesota to have a 63.2% completion rate on their passes. Even though they kept the Vikings out of the endzone, their offensive unit was unable to capitalize on the defensive effort and come out with a win.</p><h3>Are The Lions Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With seven straight wins, the Lions sit atop our NFL power rankings and have a 99.4% chance of making the playoffs. They are 8-1 overall and 6-1 in conference play, including a 2-0 record in the NFC North. Detroit has been strong on the road, going 5-0, and is 3-1 at home.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Lions are 7-2, with a +12.6 scoring margin. Their O/U record is 4-4-1, with their games averaging 50.6 points. In week 10, they beat the Texans 26-23 but didn’t cover the 4-point spread. The 49-point total was a push.</p><p>Heading into week 11, the Lions are 4th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 31.6 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the NFL. They are 7th in the league in total yards per game, with 366.9, and they rank 14th in passing yards per game, with 219.6, despite being 27th in passing attempts. On the ground, Detroit ranks 7th in rushing yards per game, with 147.3, on 31.1 attempts per game. The Lions are 6th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 4th in red zone attempts, but they have struggled to convert, ranking 27th in the league with a 13.9% conversion rate.</p> <p>Jared Goff threw for 240 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 10 but also had 5 interceptions, finishing with a passer rating of 59. Jahmyr Gibbs led the team with 71 rushing yards on 19 carries, while Sam LaPorta had 3 catches for 66 yards and a touchdown. Detroit scored 13 points in the 4th quarter against Houston, after scoring 7 in the 2nd and 6 in the 3rd.</p><p>In their 26-23 win over the Texans, the Lions' defense was effective against the pass, allowing just 192 yards through the air. They also came up with two interceptions and held Houston to a 57.6% completion rate. Detroit's run defense was equally impressive, giving up only 56 yards on 28 attempts (2.0 yards per attempt).<p></p>The Lions' defense recorded four sacks in the game and limited Houston to a 40% conversion rate on third down. Despite giving up one passing touchdown, they played well enough to help secure the narrow victory.</p>

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Detroit Lions Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncos and Wolf Pack. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Wolf Pack at Lawlor Events Center in Reno, NV. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 147.5 points, with Nevada being favored by -7.5 over Santa Clara.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS NEVADA WOLF PACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nevada Wolf Pack -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lawlor Events Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEVADA WOLF PACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Wolf Pack.</li><li>Not only will Nevada pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</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 Santa Clara Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara fell to North Dakota State 88-80 on Wednesday, November 13th, in a surprising home loss. The Broncos, who were -15.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Santa Clara led 39-29 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 31 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 152.5.</p><p>Santa Clara put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a strong 60.5% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three, hitting just 21.6% on 8 of 37 attempts. At the free-throw line, they shot 62.5%, making 10 of 16.</p> <p>Jacksen Moni and Jacari White led the way with 19 points each, with White adding 5 assists. Adama-Alpha Bal contributed 18 points, while Brennan Watkins was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 66.7% from three. Santa Clara grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense gave up 88 points in their last game, allowing their opponent to shoot 41% from the field. The Broncos struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent hitting 60% of their attempts (23/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Santa Clara held their opponent to 21% shooting, as they made just 8 of 37 three-point attempts. The Broncos also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 10 of those tries (62%).</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Wolf Pack Chances at Home</h3><p>Nevada cruised to an 88-58 win over Weber State on Wednesday, November 13th. Playing at home, the Wolf Pack entered the game as -17.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Nevada led 40-28 at halftime and turned up the heat in the 2nd half, outscoring Weber State 48-30. The total points for the game reached 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Nevada's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 88 points with a field goal percentage of 56.9% in their last game. They were especially lethal from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 21 threes for a 57.1% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 68.6%.</p> <p>Xavier DuSell led the way with 5 threes on 7 attempts, shooting 66.7% overall. Nick Davidson was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts, while also dishing out 4 assists. The team finished with 24 assists on 29 made field goals.</p><p>Despite giving up 58 points, Nevada's defense struggled, allowing their opponent to shoot 56% from the field on 29/51 shooting. The Wolf Pack gave up 17 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 56% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nevada's defense allowed 12 threes on 21 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from three-point range. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 64%.</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs Nevada Wolf Pack NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Highlanders and Bears game? Catch the action at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145 points, and Morgan State is favored by -6.5 at home against NJIT.</p><h3>NJIT HIGHLANDERS VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: NJIT Highlanders +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 11:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NJIT HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Even though we have Morgan State winning straight-up, we like NJIT at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does NJIT Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>NJIT dropped to 0-2 on the season after a 68-50 loss to Loyola Maryland on Tuesday. The Highlanders were +3 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 118, well under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 29-26 at halftime, NJIT struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 24 points while allowing 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find more scoring as they look to bounce back in their next game.</p><p>NJIT's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points while shooting 38.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they hit only 3 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 16.7% from three.</p> <p>They managed just 7 offensive rebounds and 7 assists as a team. Tariq Francis led the way with 17 points and 5 rebounds, while Jordan Stiemke added 15 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Even though NJIT allowed 68 points, they held their opponent to just 38% shooting from the field. The Highlanders gave up 18 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 50% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NJIT's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to just 3 made threes on 18 attempts, a 16% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line only 6 times, where they made 5, shooting 83%.</p><h3>Do the Bears Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears dropped their season opener on Saturday, falling 84-66 to Longwood. Morgan State was a +10 underdog going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the O/U line of 151, with 150 points scored.</p> 

<p>Morgan State was down 36-32 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring 34 of their own. They'll need to tighten up on defense as the season progresses.</p><p>Morgan State's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 61.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 1 of 12 threes (8.3%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bears shot 55%, connecting on 11 of 20 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists. Amahrie Simpkins was a standout, shooting 7 of 8 from the field and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Despite Morgan State's defensive efforts, they allowed 84 points in this game, with the opposing team shooting 51% from the field. The Bears struggled to contain two-point shots, as the other team went 16/22, a 72% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morgan State gave up 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% shooting percentage. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25 free throws, shooting 75%. Morgan State allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

NJIT Highlanders vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Rams and Rebels game? Catch the action at Landers Center in Southaven, MS, as the Rebels hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on SEC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Ole Miss as the -3.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>COLORADO STATE RAMS VS OLE MISS REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ole Miss Rebels -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Landers Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLE MISS REBELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Rebels.</li><li>Not only will Ole Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Rams Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Colorado State improved to 2-0 on the season with a 74-65 win over Denver on Tuesday. The Rams were -22 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 36-34 at halftime, Colorado State outscored Denver 38-31 in the 2nd half. The combined 139 points fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Rams put up 74 points, shooting 45.8% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 64.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 25% of their threes (7/28). Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they connected on 86.7% of their free throws (13/15).</p> <p>Jalen Lake led the way with 19 points, shooting 70% overall and 50% from three (3/6). Isaiah Addo-Ankrah also shot 50% from deep, hitting 4 threes on 8 attempts and finishing with 16 points. Jaylen Crocker-Johnson and Isaiah Carr were both efficient inside, with Carr shooting 85.7% (6/7) and Crocker-Johnson at 75% (6/8).</p><p>Despite giving up 65 points, Colorado State's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 45% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, the Rams struggled, as the opposing team connected on 64% of their two-point shots, going 20/31.</p> <p>From three-point range, Colorado State held their opponent to 25% shooting, with just 7 makes on 28 attempts. The Rams also sent the opposing team to the line 15 times, where they converted 13 free throws for an 86% success rate. Colorado State allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does Ole Miss Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Ole Miss Rebels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Ole Miss picked up a 64-54 win over South Alabama on Tuesday, November 12th. The Rebels were at home and entered the game as -17.5 favorites.</p> 

<p>Ole Miss led 38-26 at halftime, but the Jaguars outscored them 28-26 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 118, well below the O/U line of 145.</p><p>Ole Miss struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.8% from the field and 30.8% on two-point attempts. They hit 13 threes, shooting 34.2% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.8%.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 27 points, hitting 7 of 16 threes. Judah Brown added 16 points, and Jaemyn Brakefield was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5, including 2 for 2 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 14 offensive rebounds, the Ole Miss defense held strong, allowing just 54 points. They limited their opponent to 32% shooting from the field, with only 21 made baskets on 64 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Ole Miss allowed just 8 made shots on 26 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. Their opponent hit 13 of 38 threes, shooting 34% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they went 9/14, or 64%.</p>

Colorado State Rams vs Ole Miss Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>In a non-conference matchup, the Lakers (-552) are favored by 10.5 points over the Hornets (+406) at Spectrum Center. The over/under line for this game is 229.5 points.</p>

<p>Los Angeles enters this game with a 26-25 record and is currently 9th in the Western Conference. They have won two straight games. As for Charlotte, they are 10-38 and have lost seven straight games. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET and the game can be seen on BSSE.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, February 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-108 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with Anthony Davis points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Win in Charlotte?</h3><p>In their last two games, the Lakers have covered the spread and are 23-28 against the spread this season. As the favorite, they are 12-16 ATS on the road and 11-12 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the season, the Lakers are 11-15 ATS on the road compared to 12-13 ATS at home. Their average scoring differential on the road is -6.6 points per game.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Lakers have a straight-up record of 18-10 and are favored by 10.5 points today. In the Western Conference, they are in 9th place with a record of 26-25.</p>

<p>The Lakers' O/U record for the season is 28-23, and their last two games have gone under the posted total. This year, their games have averaged 233.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Los Angeles' most recent win came against the Knicks, where they won 113-105. The Lakers were 2.5-point underdogs going into the game, and the O/U line was 227.5.</p><p>On the season, the Lakers are averaging 116.1 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA. However, they have struggled to score on the road, averaging 115.5 points per game compared to 116.7 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Lakers are 6th in the league at 101.1 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 7th at 49%.</p>

<p>One area where the Lakers have struggled is three-point shooting. They are 30th in the league in three-point attempts and 28th in three-point makes at 11.3 per game. Overall, they are shooting 37% from beyond the arc.</p><p>So far, the Lakers' defense is ranked 18th in the league at 117.1 points per contest. Most recently, the Lakers' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 105 points to the Knicks.</p><h3>Will the Hornets Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Charlotte's ATS losing streak is up to seven games, and they are 15-31 ATS for the season. At home, the Hornets are 7-15 ATS and have an average scoring margin of -11.5 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Charlotte has gone 8-36 straight-up and 15-27 vs. the spread. Today, they are getting 10.5 points and have gone 0-4 vs. the spread as the underdog.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Hornets are in 13th place with a record of 10-38. Within the Southeast Division, they are 4th. Charlotte has lost seven straight games.</p>

<p>Charlotte's O/U record for the season is 25-23, and their games have averaged 228.6 points per game. Today's line of 229.5 is slightly higher than their season average of 228.2.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Hornets lost to the Pacers by a score of 115-99. The O/U line for that game was 237 points, and Charlotte was getting 11.5 points as the underdog.</p><p>At 108.3 points per game, the Hornets are 29th in the NBA in scoring. They have been even less productive at home, averaging 107.8 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Hornets have been below the league scoring average in 64.6% of their games. They are also last in the NBA in free throw attempts and makes.</p>

<p>When it comes to field goal percentage, the Hornets are 28th in the league at 45%. They are also 28th in two-point shooting at 51%.</p><p>Currently, the Hornets' defense holds the 25th rank in the NBA, allowing 120.3 points per game. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Hornets defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 57.4% while allowing 39.5% from downtown.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 2/5/24

<p>Betting on today's Lakers and Lions game? Catch the action at Levien Gymnasium in New York, NY, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 146.5 points, and Columbia is favored by -11.5 vs. Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS COLUMBIA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbia Lions -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Levien Gymnasium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBIA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-59 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Columbia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Mercyhurst Lakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercyhurst picked up a 62-52 win over Canisius on Wednesday, November 13th, in a home game where they were +2 point underdogs. The Lakers not only secured the victory but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Mercyhurst led 29-25 at halftime and outscored Canisius 33-27 in the second half. The game’s total points (114) fell well short of the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Mercyhurst struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38% from the field and 26.1% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 44%. They managed 62 points, with 12 assists and 8 offensive rebounds, hitting 66.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Tana Kopa was a standout, hitting 5 of 8 threes and shooting 60% overall, finishing with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Paul McMillan IV led the team with 20 points, while Bernie Blunt III added 16, despite shooting 30.8% from the field.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense held strong, allowing just 52 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited their opponents to 13 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mercyhurst's defense gave up 6 threes on 23 attempts, holding their opponents to 26% shooting. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 66%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Columbia?</h3><h3>Columbia Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Columbia edged out a 76-75 win over Lehigh on Tuesday, November 12th. The Lions were at home and entered the game as -8.5 favorites.</p> 

<p>Columbia led 40-37 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game were 151, which was under the O/U line of 157.5.</p><p>Keith Higgins Jr. was on fire from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 9 threes and finishing with 28 points on 10 of 15 shooting overall in Columbia's win. Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa added 24 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from deep and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Lions shot 36% from three, going 9 of 25, and finished with a 45.2% field goal percentage. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 52.4% of their attempts, but grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists.</p><p>Columbia's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field on 28 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team hit 19 of 37 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Columbia's defense saw their opponents connect on 9 of 25 attempts, good for 36%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 11, shooting 52%. Columbia allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Getting the start for the Marlins (64-62, 27-35 away) will be Jesús Luzardo  against Blake Snell for the Padres (60-66, 34-32 home). Today marks game two of their series, with the Padres currently holding the 1-0 lead. Read on to see my best bet for this Miami Marlins vs. San Diego Padres matchup.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS SAN DIEGO PADRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Marlins +1.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at PETCO Park at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, August 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI MARLINS:</h3><ul><li>Against the runline, the Padres have gone just 4-6 in their last ten home games.</li><li>In their last ten games as the underdog, the Marlins have put together a runline record of 6-4.</li><li>The Padres' are just 12-13 in Blake Snell's 25 starts.</li></ul><h3>MIAMI MARLINS STRUGGLING VS RUNLINE OF LATE</h3><p>Entering game 127 of their season, the Marlins are 17 games out in the NL East and are in 3rd place. So far, their overall series record stands at 20-19-1. Miami's road winning percent is currently 43.5% (27-35) compared to 57.8% at home (37-27).</p><p><p>Miami's Jesús Luzardo has an 8-8 record and 4.13 ERA through the 2023 season. His ERA is higher on the road (5.24) than at home (4.62). Luzardo's WHIP stands at 1.29, with opposing batters hitting .251 against him and a slugging percentage of .443.</p></p><p>Jesús Luzardo was handed the loss in the Marlins' 12-5 defeat to the Astros after surrendering six runs on eight hits over 3 2/3 innings.</p><p>So far this season, the Marlins' has gone deep 122 times, placing them 21st in the league. Over Miami's previous five games, they are 12th in runs scored, with their season average of 4.1 runs per game putting them 25th in the league. The Marlins' overall team batting average stands at .260 along with an OBP of .316.</p><p>Jorge Soler has been one of the Miami Marlins' most reliable offensive contributors in 2023. The slugger is batting .241 with 67 RBIs and 32 home runs on the season.</p><h3>WILL THE SAN DIEGO PADRES TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>The Padres enter today's game with an overall record of 60-66 which includes going 38-45 against teams with above .500 records. As of today, they are 4th in the NL West. Across their 40 series, San Diego is 16-20-4 and have records of 26-34 and 34-32 on the road and at home, respectively.</p><p><p>Heading into today's matchup, San Diego's Blake Snell has gone six-plus innings in two consecutive starts. The lefty currently holds a 10-8 record with an ERA of 2.65 and 176 strikeouts. His opponents have mustered up a .306 slugging percentage and .275 WOBA against him, while his WHIP stands at 1.26.</p></p><p>In his most recent start, Blake Snell earned the win in a 5-2 victory over the Orioles. The left-hander tossed six innings of three-hit ball, allowing two runs. His performance was good enough to qualify as a quality start.</p><p>The Padres have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 10 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 8th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 9th in home runs and 17th in slugging percentage. Overall, San Diego is averaging 4.5 runs per game (14th).</p><p>The Padres' offensive leader, Xander Bogaerts, has a batting average of .265. He boasts a SLG% of .394 and an OBP of .338 heading into the game.</p>

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