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DePaul Blue Demons vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Jacksonville Dolphins vs UCF Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers vs Miami Hurricanes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Sam Houston Bearkats vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Oregon Ducks vs Stanford Cardinal NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Arkansas State Red Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Georgia State Panthers vs Troy Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Wild versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. In this Western matchup, the Wild are favored by -1.5 goals against the Ducks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, March 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Wild picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Wild on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Minnesota Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p><p>When playing on the road this season, the Wild have gone 15-15-4, and they have been favored in 32 of their 68 games. In the Western Conference, Minnesota is in 10th place, and they have gone 19-18 against conference opponents.</p>

<p>Overall, the Wild have gone 33-28-8, and they have gone 5-5 in their last ten games. Against teams from the Central Division, Minnesota has gone 8-13, and they have been favored in 21 of their games.</p></p><p>On the season, Minnesota has gone 36-32 against the puck line, including a road mark of 19-15. So far, the team has 22 wins by multiple goals and is 13-19 against the puck line as the favorite.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Wild have a puck line record of 23-13, and their average scoring margin when not favored is at -0.7 goals per game. In their last ten road games, Minnesota has gone 6-4 against the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Minnesota's games have an average of 6.3 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.2. The Wild come in with an over/under performance of 32-32-4.</p><p>In their last three road games, Minnesota has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Wild are scoring an 3.1 goals per game this season, ranking 17th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 20th in the league. Coming into the game, the Wild have a 19-12 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 13-15.</p><p>Minnesota's leading goal scorer is Kirill Kaprizov. So far this season, he has 35 goals, placing him 13th in the NHL. Kaprizov also comes into the game with 41 assists.</p><p>Entering the game, the Ducks' defense ranks 27th in takeaways, averaging 5.9 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 4th in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.4 goals per game.</p><p>Goalie Filip Gustavsson comes into the game having made 37 starts this season. So far, his record is 17-15 and he has a save percentage of 0.795%.</p><h3>Can Anaheim Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Ducks have gone 10-23-1, and they have lost two straight games at home. In the Western Conference, Anaheim is in 14th place and in 7th place in the Pacific Division. Overall, the Ducks have a record of 23-42-3, and they have lost six straight games and are 0-5 in their last five games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Anaheim has gone 20-37-3 this year, and they have lost six straight games as the underdog. Against Western Conference opponents, the Ducks have gone 10-27 this season, and they are 3-7 in their last ten games.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Ducks have gone 16-18 vs. the puck line and their overall puck line record is 34-34. So far, they have 13 wins by just one goal and 10 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, Anaheim has dropped their last six games vs. the puck line and their average scoring margin as the underdog is -1.2 goals per game. The Ducks have gone 4-6 vs. the puck line in their last ten games and their average scoring differential at home is -1.0 goals per game.</p> <p>The average goal total for Anaheim's games is sitting at 6.2. The average over/under line for the season is 6.3. The Ducks come in with an over/under record of 32-32-4.</p><p>In their last three road games, Minnesota has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.</p><p>The Ducks come into the game scoring an average of 2.5 goals per game, putting them 30th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 29th in the league. This season, the Ducks are 4-17 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 17-22 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Anaheim's offense is Frank Vatrano. Coming into the game he has 29 goals, ranking 27th in the NHL. Vatrano also comes into the game with 21 assists.</p><p>Entering the game, the Ducks' defense ranks 27th in takeaways, averaging 5.9 takeaways per contest. In the NHL, they currently stand at 4th in terms of goals allowed, giving up an average of 3.4 goals per game.</p><p>Goalie John Gibson comes into the game having made 40 starts this season. So far, his record is 13-23 and he has a save percentage of 0.855%.</p>

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<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blackhawks and Flames. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Flames are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flames to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Blackhawks Defense Show Up in Calgary?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 12-19-2 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p>

<p>Chicago built a 4-0 lead before the Ducks scored twice in the third period. Four different Blackhawks players found the net, with Isaak Phillips opening the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th on a power play. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring with his 1st goal of the year.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. They also recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Chicago's defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Calgary Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Calgary dropped to 15-12-7 with a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames fell behind early, allowing a goal just 20 seconds into the game. Calgary was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>After trailing 2-0, the Flames tied it up with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals to secure the win. Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich each scored for Calgary in the loss.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton, but only managed to score twice. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, and Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third.</p> <p>The Flames had 22 giveaways and earned three assists, with Tyson Barrie picking up his first of the season on Mantha's goal. Calgary was held scoreless in the first period before getting on the board 4:33 into the second.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames gave up an early goal just 20 seconds into the game and another at 11:48 in the first period. After tying the game at 2-2 in the third, they allowed two more goals, including one at 9:50 and an empty-netter with 3 seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage. The Flames' defense also had 15 blocks and 4 takeaways.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Canucks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Ottawa?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 17-13-2 this season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense recorded 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle, but still managed to find the net three times. Adam Gaudette scored his 7th goal of the season in the first period, while Brady Tkachuk added his 7th in the second. Tim Stützle capped off the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter in the third period.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists. Tim Stützle's assist on Tkachuk's goal was his 10th of the season. Ottawa was held without a power play goal in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators will be looking to build off their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 16-10-6 this season. Vancouver was favored by -1.5 goals, but they failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver trailed 1-0 in the second period before Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks a 2-1 lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to even the score again. Suter netted his second goal with just 26 seconds left to secure the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and registered 25 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter's first goal tied the game 1-1 in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to carry some momentum into their next game after helping secure a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The first goal they allowed came 2:37 into the 2nd period, and the second came with just 1:17 left in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

There are a lot of misconceptions out there about sports betting. A lot of people that watch sports pick up a sportsbook account and think, “How hard can it be?” Well, it’s not easy. Realistic expectations can go a long way. This is not a get-rick-quick scheme. It is a long-term grind. It is something that requires a lot of discipline and <a href="http://bangthebook.com/money-management-and-sports-betting/"><strong>bankroll management</strong></a>.

We’ve all heard the stories about those lottery ticket 12-team parlays that pay out exorbitant amounts of money. The reality is that those are extremely rare. For many handicappers, money like that is not going to come along anytime soon. In terms of win percentages and <strong>what it takes to show a profit</strong>, that all depends on your average vigorish, also known as “vig” or “juice”. The vig is the number listed after the spread or the specific price on the money line. It is a way for the books to create an edge. If sportsbooks simply paid out even money on everything, they could take a beating if action was really heavy on one side and not the other in a money line sport.

The ultimate goal of the <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/"><strong>sportsbook</strong></a> on every game is to have a balanced level of action that they are comfortable with on each side. For money line sports, they move around the prices, possibly moving from -125 to -130 on a favorite. For spread sports, they can move the actual game spread or they can adjust the vig.

Most spreads adhere to the standard vig of -110. With a -110 line, bettors will win $1 for every $1.10 that they bet. For example, a $110 bet will return $100. A $100 bet will return about $91. Think of it like the House Edge in blackjack, roulette, craps, or any of the other casino games. It’s a way for the house to limit its own exposure on a game. The concept is the same at -115, where a bettor will win $100 for every $115 wagered.

For money line wagers, the vig is the price that you price. Books use the vig to account for the differences between the two teams. If you could pick the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Brooklyn Nets with no vig, sportsbooks would get decimated by having to pay out on the Cavaliers more often than not. Instead, sportsbooks can set a line, like -400 on the Cavs, where you would win $100 for every $400 that you bet.

The amount that you pay in vig will change the percentage of success that you need to break even. At the standard -110 vig for a regular spread bet, the break-even percentage is 52.38 percent. You would have be on the correct side more than 52.38 percent of the time to make money if you were betting the same amount on every game. If you took an added vig price of -115, you would need a 53.49 percent success rate to break even. The break-even rate changes with every variation to the vig.

In money line sports, some bettors have no problem betting -150 favorites. To break even betting -150 favorites, you need a success rate of 60 percent. In the above example with the Cavaliers and the Nets, assuming a -400 money line price, you would need an 80 percent success rate to break even.

Based on this concept of vig, let’s assume 10 bets, made with the idea of winning a $100 profit:

Team A -3 (-110) WIN

Team B +7 (-115) LOSS

Team C -175 WIN

Team D -215 LOSS

Team E -6 (-110) WIN

Team F +1 (-110) WIN

Team G +110 WIN

Team H -350 LOSS

Team I -115 WIN

Team J +125 WIN

Out of these 10 bets, you have a 7-3 record. If we assume a wager to win $100 on each bet, the total amount bet is $1500. The amount won is $735. The amount lost is $680. You went 7-3 on your bets, but you only made a profit of $55 out of $1500 worth of bets. Why? Because of the vig. You lost a -350 play and a -215 play. That was a combined loss of $565.

Professional handicappers shoot for numbers in the 55 to 56 percent range over the long-term on spread wagers. Anything better than that is a very good living. Anything in the 53 to 54 percent range is very decent. Anything below is barely breaking even or worse. It’s still called gambling. There’s a lot of variance in sports outcomes.

The formula for determining your break-even percentage for a negative money line is:

Vig / (Vig-100)

-110 / (-110-100)

-110/-210 (dividing (or multiplying) two negatives makes a positive)

52.38%

The formula for determining your break-even percentage for a positive money line is:

100 / (Vig+100)

100 / (110+100)

+100 / +210

47.62%

These are important mathematical concepts that can help your bottom line, so be sure to keep them in mind with every bet you make.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

Connecticut Huskies vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hornets and Bulldogs face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. The over/under for this Mid-Eastern conference contest is set at 135 points, with South Carolina State being favored by -1.5 at home against Delaware State.</p><h3>DELAWARE STATE HORNETS VS SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina State Bulldogs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Norfolk Scope Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will South Carolina State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hornets Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Delaware State enters this game with a 13-17 record, including a 6-7 mark in Mid-Eastern Conference play. They have lost two straight games and are 6-12 as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>On the road, the Hornets are 6-7 this season, and they have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games away from home.</p><p>Delaware State has a winning ATS record this season, going 13-14. On the road, the Hornets are 9-4 vs. the spread. As the underdog, Delaware State is 10-8 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Hornets have gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Delaware State's over/under record for the season is 13-14 and today's line of 135 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (139.1). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 5-4.</p><p>In their latest game, Delaware State offense put up 59 points against Maryland Eastern Shore. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 38.8% and made 5 threes. Jevin Muniz led the scoring for the Hornets, contributing 28 points. Additionally, Martez Robinson chipped in with 12 points.</p><p>On defense, Delaware State is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.7 points per game. The Delaware State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 67 points and allowed Maryland Eastern Shore to connect on 5 threes.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>South Carolina State is 5-3 at home this season, and they have won their last three games at home. Overall, they are 14-17, including a 8-4 record in the Mid-Eastern Conference. They have been the underdog in 22 of their 31 games, going 7-15 in those games.</p>

<p>Coming off a 79-68 loss to North Carolina Central, the Bulldogs are favored by 1.5 points today. For the season, they have been the favorite in five games, going 4-1.</p><p>South Carolina State has an ATS record of 16-9-2 this season, including a mark of 4-3-1 at home. Over their last three home games, the Bulldogs have gone 1-1 vs. the spread and are 3-3-1 in their last 10 as the favorite.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for South Carolina State games is 12-15. Today's over/under line of 135 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (147.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points compared to their season average of 145 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, South Carolina State offense put up 68 points against North Carolina Central. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 37.9% and made 10 threes. Raquan Brown led the scoring for the Bulldogs, contributing 19 points. Additionally, Michael Teal chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>So far, the Bulldogs' defense is ranked 247th in the country at 74.8 points per contest. South Carolina State's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the North Carolina Central offense to knock down 56% of their shots on their way to putting up 79 points.</p>

Delaware State Hornets vs South Carolina State Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>The Tigers and Broncos are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Broncos will host the game at Leavey Center in Santa Clara, CA. The odds for this West Coast conference game currently have Santa Clara as the -17.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>PACIFIC TIGERS VS SANTA CLARA BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pacific Tigers +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leavey Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, February 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PACIFIC TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Even though we have Santa Clara winning straight-up, we like Pacific at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Pacific Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>After losing their last game to San Diego by a score of 89-84, the Pacific Tigers come into tonight's game with a 6-20 record. They have lost 17 straight games and are still looking for their first win in West Coast Conference play, as they are 0-11 in conference games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Tigers have gone just 1-10, and their average scoring margin on the road is -21.4 points per game. Their current losing streak away from home is at 10 games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Pacific has gone just 5-14 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS record is 3-8 and their mark vs. the spread over their last 10 games as the underdog is 2-8.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 148.5 for Pacific's game against Santa Clara is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (144.2). So far, 15 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 150 points.</p><p>The Pacific offense is coming off a game in which they scored 84 points vs. San Diego. Overall their field goal percentage was 55.1% while connecting on 12 threes. On the offensive front, the Tigers have a season-long field goal percentage of 42%, ranking 342nd nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 287th in terms of percentage and 243rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Tigers' defense is presently ranked 280th nationally, allowing an average of 77.5 points per contest. The Pacific defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 89 points and allowed San Diego to connect on 12 threes.</p><h3>Can the Broncos Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>After a loss to San Francisco, Santa Clara is 15-10 overall and 6-4 in West Coast Conference play. The Broncos have lost three straight games and are 8-6 at home this season.</p>

<p>So far, Santa Clara has been favored in 12 of its 25 games, going 8-4 in those contests. The Broncos have a scoring differential of +2.1 points per game at home compared to +3.6 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite, Santa Clara has gone 5-7 vs. the spread this season. At home, the Broncos have an ATS mark of 5-9 and they are 2-1 in their last three home games vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Santa Clara stands at 10-12-1. So far, their games have averaged 147.2 points compared to an average over/under line of 149.8, resulting in an average margin versus the over/under of -2.5. Currently, the over/under line for today's game is set at 148.5. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and in their last five games, it is 3-2. On average, the scoring total in their last three games is 142 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Santa Clara offense ended with 70 points against San Francisco. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 52.1% and made 7 threes. The top scorer for the Broncos was Johnny O'Neil with 12 points, while Christoph Tilly also chipped in with 11 points.</p><p>Currently, the Broncos' defense holds the 179th rank in the nation, allowing 72.5 points per game. So far, the Santa Clara defense is giving up an average of 8.6 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 13 times per game (667th).</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-217) will host the Los Angeles Lakers (+180) in a Western Pacific divisional matchup. The Kings (-6) are favored at home over the Lakers, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 15-12. They have won two straight games coming into tonight's matchup. Sacramento is 12th in the West with a record of 13-15 and have lost their last two games.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -6</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-123 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lakers Win in Sacramento?</h3><p>The Lakers improved to 15-12 on the season with a 113-100 win over the Kings on Thursday. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, Los Angeles not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 213 points fell short of the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Lakers went on an 11-0 run, turning a 25-19 deficit into a 30-25 lead. After a 30-25 2nd quarter in favor of the Kings, the Lakers tightened up defensively, winning the 3rd quarter 24-22 and closing out the game by outscoring Sacramento 27-20 in the 4th.</p><p>Austin Reaves led the Lakers to a win over the Kings with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Anthony Davis added 21 points and 19 rebounds, despite shooting just 35%, while LeBron James contributed 19 points and 7 assists, shooting 38.1%.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 40.4% as a team, making 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Reaves and Davis each scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, with Reaves also adding 8 in the 1st.</p><p>The Lakers' defense tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 42 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure a 113-100 win over the Kings. Despite giving up 30 points in the 2nd quarter, they held Sacramento to 22 points in the 3rd and 20 in the 4th.</p> <p>Los Angeles limited the Kings to 11 made threes on 37% shooting from deep. The Lakers also sent Sacramento to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers grabbed 39 rebounds, allowing just 4 offensive boards, while adding 8 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Does Sacramento Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-15 on the season after a 113-100 home loss to the Lakers on Thursday. Sacramento, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 213 points was well below the 229.5-point line.</p> <p>After the Lakers went on an 11-0 run early, the Kings fought back in the 2nd quarter, outscoring L.A. 30-25. However, Sacramento couldn't close the gap, as they were down 86-80 going into the 4th quarter and were outscored 27-20 in the final period.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 26 points and 5 assists in their 113-100 loss to the Lakers, shooting 41.2% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 40%. Fox scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Malik Monk added 12 of his 17 points in the 2nd quarter, finishing with 3 made threes at 30% efficiency.</p> <p>Domantas Sabonis contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. The Kings made 11 threes, shooting 37.9% from deep, with a 45.1% overall field goal percentage.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, the Kings couldn’t overcome a rough 1st quarter, where they allowed 37 points, leading to a 113-100 loss to the Lakers. Sacramento held Los Angeles to 40% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Kings gave up 12 threes on 36% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 30 times, with Los Angeles converting 25 free throws. Sacramento finished with 7 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Screaming Eagles and Lions game? Catch the action at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 138.5 points, with the Lions being the favored team playing at home against the Screaming Eagles.</p><h3>SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES VS LINDENWOOD LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lindenwood Lions -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hyland Arena at 3:30 ET on Sunday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LINDENWOOD LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-66 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Lindenwood pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 152 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Screaming Eagles Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Southern Indiana comes into the game with a 3-11 record, having played 14 games. The Screaming Eagles are 0-7 on the road and 0-3 this year. As of today's game, Southern Indiana has a 5-5 record against the spread. This includes a 4-3 performance on the road vs. the spread and a 1-2 record at home.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through 14 games, Southern Indiana has an over/under record of 3-7-0, with their games averaging 134.6 points per game on average. Looking at the Screaming Eagles' last three games, their over/under record is 1-1 with their games averaging 146 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Southern Indiana offense ended with 50 points against Southern Illinois. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 25.5% and made 4 threes. Jeremiah Hernandez is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 14.1. Meanwhile, AJ Smith also brings a PPG average of 12.2 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Screaming Eagles' defense is ranked 167th in the country at 72.1 points per contest. Against Southern Illinois in their most recent game, the Southern Indiana defense gave up a total of 81 points while allowing Southern Illinois to hit 52% of their shots.</p><h3>Are the Lions Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles have a 6-7 overall record as they prepare to take on Lindenwood. In their previous ten home games, including last year, Lindenwood has a 7-3 record. As we assess Lindenwood's performance against the spread, they currently hold a 5-5 ATS record entering today's game. In their previous five games, the team has gone 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through 13 games, Lindenwood has an over/under record of 5-5-0 with their games averaging a combined 139.2 points per game so far. The Lions have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 138 points per game and an over/under record of 2-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Lindenwood offense tallied 57 points in a matchup against Missouri State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 31.7%, and they made 2 threes. In terms of offense, the Lions have a season-long field goal percentage of 41%, putting them 337th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 395th in percentage and 357th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Lions' defense is positioned 155th in the country, permitting 71.5 points per game. In their previous game vs. Missouri State, the Bears finished with a field goal percentage of 48% and a total of 79 points vs. Lindenwood.</p>

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Lindenwood Lions Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/23

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 160.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -8.5 vs. Ohio State.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ohio State at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buckeyes Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 7-4 on the season with a 95-73 win over Valparaiso on Tuesday. The Buckeyes, who were heavy favorites at -21, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio State led 41-30 at halftime and scored 54 points in the second half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Ohio State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 54.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 (31.6%). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, knocking down 23-of-27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, and Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists. Evan Mahaffey was perfect from the field, making all 6 of his shots.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 27 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. The Buckeyes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 of those attempts for 85%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>On Saturday, December 14th, the Wildcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a 93-85 home win over the Cardinals. Kentucky entered the game as -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kentucky led 46-40 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 178 exceeded the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 52.4% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%.</p> <p>Lamont Butler was perfect from the field, going 10/10 overall and 6/6 from three, finishing with 33 points and 6 assists. Chucky Hepburn added 26 points and 5 assists, while Terrence Edwards Jr. contributed 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 58% shooting. The Wildcats struggled to defend inside, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense allowed 11 threes on 52% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Shockers game? Catch the action at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS, as the Shockers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Kansas State is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153 points.</p><h3>KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wichita State Shockers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Not only will Wichita State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Wildcats fell to 6-4 on the season after a 73-70 loss to Drake on Tuesday. Kansas State was a -1.5 favorite at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Kansas State trailed 36-27 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 36 points while holding Drake to 27. Despite the strong finish, the Wildcats couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kansas State's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-21 from three-point range. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 55% from the line, making 11 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 21 assists, with Mitch Mascari leading the way offensively, scoring 25 points on 8-of-10 shooting from three-point range, finishing 8-of-11 overall. Bennett Stirtz added 22 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Coleman Hawkins contributed 16 points and 5 assists, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's defensive struggles, they allowed 73 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Wildcats gave up 19 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 61% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense conceded 7 threes on 21 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 11 shots, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Does Wichita State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 8-3 on the season after a surprising 74-64 home loss to Kansas City on Tuesday. The Shockers, who were -13.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Wichita State trailed 38-24 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Kansas City 40-36. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Wichita State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and 15.8% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they also had issues at the free-throw line, making just 54.2% of their attempts.</p> <p>Xavier Bell led the Shockers with 21 points, shooting 60% from the field. Babacar Diallo and Jamar Brown each contributed 18 points, with Brown hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. The Shockers managed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Wichita State's defense gave up 74 points while holding their opponent to 38% shooting from the field. The Shockers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wichita State's defense limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 13, shooting 54%.</p>

Kansas State Wildcats vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Canucks and Hurricanes. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Hurricanes at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Canucks.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Hurricanes to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Canucks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Vancouver Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Vancouver Canucks sit atop the Western Conference standings with 71 points. They have a record of 33-11-5, including a 9-4 mark against Pacific Division opponents. Over their last ten games, the Canucks have gone 8-2 and have won three straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>This season, Vancouver has been the favorite in 30 of their 49 games and have gone 21-7-2 in those contests. On the road, the Canucks have gone 15-7-3, and they have a record of 4-1 over their last five games.</p></p><p>On the road this year, Vancouver has gone 16-9 vs. the puck line and has an average scoring margin of +.8 goals per game. Overall, the Canucks are 32-17 vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>So far this season, Vancouver has 23 wins by multiple goals and has gone 16-3 vs. the puck line as the underdog. In their last ten games, the Canucks are 5-5 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, Vancouver's games have finished with an average of 6.4 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.5. Overall, the Canucks have an over/under record of 29-17-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Canucks have a straight up record of 2-1 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 2 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Canucks have an average of 3.8 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 2nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 27th in the league. The Canucks went 15-5 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 17-6.</p><p>Vancouver will be looking for a good game from Brock Boeser who leads the team in scoring with 30 goals, ranking 8th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 22 assists so far.</p><p>The Hurricanes defense is currently 32nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 24.9 shots per game against Carolina. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 19th with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Thatcher Demko gets the start and has made 35 starts this season. His record at this point is 26-8, and his save percentage is 0.971%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Hurricanes?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Hurricanes have been fantastic, going 15-5-4. In the Eastern Conference, they are 19-9, and they have won three straight games and seven of their last ten. Overall, Carolina is 28-15-5, putting them in fourth place in the conference and second in the Metropolitan Division.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Hurricanes have gone 26-12-5 this season, and they have won two straight games when favored. Over their last five games, Carolina has gone 4-1, and in their last three games, they are 3-0.</p></p><p>Carolina comes into this game with a puck line record of 19-29 and an average scoring differential of +.4 goals per game. So far, the Hurricanes have 17 wins by multiple goals compared to just 11 wins by one goal.</p>

<p>At home, the Hurricanes have gone 10-14 against the puck line and have a scoring margin of +.5 goals per game. In their last ten games at home, Carolina has gone just 4-6 against the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Carolina have an average of 6.4 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.3. In terms of their over/under performance, the Hurricanes come in with a record of 23-24-1.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Canucks have a straight up record of 2-1 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Hurricanes are averaging 3.4 goals per game this season, putting them in the 8th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 4th in the league. This season, the Hurricanes have a 22-12 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 6-1 record.</p><p>Carolina's leading goal scorer is Sebastian Aho. So far this season, he has 17 goals, placing him 54th in the NHL. Aho also comes into the game with 37 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Hurricanes are currently 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 24.9 shots per game against Carolina. They also are 19th in shutouts, coming in with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov comes into the game having made 21 starts this season. So far, his record is 11-7 and he has a save percentage of 0.583%.</p>

Vancouver Canucks vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 2/6/24

<p>From the Rogers Centre in Toronto, we have the Marlins and Blue Jays facing off in an interleague matchup. First pitch for this one is set for 3:07 PM ET. SNET will be televising this one, and the Blue Jays are favored on the money line (-167). The Marlins are 60-100 overall and they have won two straight. Xzavion Curry is starting for the Marlins, while the Blue Jays are going with Yariel Rodriguez. In the NL East, the Marlins are 5th, while the Blue Jays are 5th in the AL East.</p>

<p>Today's forecast in Toronto calls for clouds and temperatures in the mid-60s. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the Marlins are +141 on the money line compared to the Blue Jays at -167. Yariel Rodriguez will be starting for the Blue Jays, while the Marlins are going with Xzavion Curry. </p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Marlins Moneyline +141</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Centre at 3:07 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS BLUE JAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Marlins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Miami cruised to a 15-5 win over the Blue Jays in the most recent game of this series. The Marlins had a huge 1st inning, scoring three of their fifteen runs. As for the Blue Jays, they scored their only five runs in the 3rd. Heading into the game, the Marlins were the +192 underdogs.</p>

<p>Adam Oller only went five innings for the Marlins but gave up just four hits and two earned runs. He finished the game with three strikeouts and two walks. On the other side, Jose Berrios was tagged for six runs in just three innings of work for the Blue Jays.</p>

<p>Miami's offense was led by Jonah Bride and Griffin Conine, who each homered twice. Bride, Xavier Edwards, Jake Burger, and Connor Norby each had three RBIs for the Marlins' offense.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is 60-100 overall, putting them 5th in the NL East, and they trail the Phillies by 34 games for the division lead. So far, they have gone just 18-34 in divisional matchups. The Marlins have won two straight games and are 5-5 across their last 10.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are just 30-51 this year, but they have been slightly better on the road at 30-49. As the underdog, the Marlins are 56-86 this year, and they are 4-14 when favored. Miami has an overall series record of 12-30-9 and have lost two straight series at home.</p><p>When the Marlins are on the road, they have a run line record of 41-38. They have covered the run line in two straight games and are 74-68 as the underdog on the run line this season. Their average run differential in games they win is +2.9, but it drops to -3.9 in games they lose.</p><p>Today, the Miami Marlins are on the road against the Toronto Blue Jays. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is lower than their season average of 9.2 runs per game. The Marlins have gone over the line in 30 of 55 games when the line is set at 8.5 runs, and their over/under record for the season is 85-69. Over their last three games, the over has hit each time.</p><p>Miami is sending Xzavion Curry to the mound today, and he has made four starts and 15 appearances this season. Curry's ERA is 5.02, and his record for the season is 1-2. The right-hander most recently pitched on September 22nd out of the bullpen, where he went one inning, giving up one earned run on one hit. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Curry has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three appearances. Opponents are batting .242 off Curry this season, and he has a BB/9 figure of 1.43 compared to 6.45 strikeouts per nine innings.</p>
<p>After a slow start to the season, the Marlins offense has been better of late, as they are averaging 4.2 runs per game at home and are batting .243 as a team, which is 9th in the league. However, they are just 22nd in home runs and are near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage and OPS. Miami's team ISO of .135 is also just 21st in the league.</p>

<p>Jake Burger has been the team's top power threat this season, as his 29 homers are 13th in the league, and he is also leading the Marlins with 76 RBIs. Burger and Jesús Sánchez are both batting .251 this season, with Sánchez sitting 2nd on the team with 18 homers. Sánchez is currently on a six-game hitting streak, and Jonah Bride has been hot of late, going 11/34 in his last nine games with four homers.</p><h3>Blue Jays Records & Stats</h3><p>Toronto is 74-86 overall this season, which has them in 5th place in the AL East. Currently, they are 19.0 games behind the Yankees for the top spot in the division. So far, they have gone just 21-31 in AL East matchups. The Blue Jays have lost three straight series and have an overall series record of 17-28-6.</p>

<p>At home, the Blue Jays are 39-40 this season compared to 35-46 on the road. Toronto has really struggled as the underdog this season, going 29-54, but they are 45-32 when favored. Looking at their overall record, the Blue Jays have been struggling, going just 2-8 over their last ten games.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Toronto Blue Jays, it's been more profitable to take them on the road this season. They are 51-30 against the run line away from home compared to just 29-50 at home. They have an average run margin of -0.4 on the season, but that number is slightly worse at home (-0.7) than on the road (-0.1).</p><p>When the Toronto Blue Jays are at home, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. This season, the Blue Jays' games have averaged 8.8 runs per game, and their over/under record is 80-76. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, but when the line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 23-20. Overall, 28 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, which accounts for 17.5% of their games this season.</p><p>Yariel Rodríguez gets the start for the Blue Jays today and will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Rays. In that start, which came on September 21st, he took the loss and gave up three earned runs in four innings of work. Looking back at his last three outings, Rodríguez has finished with a no-decision in each one. He has made 20 starts this season and has a record of 1-7, along with an ERA of 4.41. Opponents are batting .223 this season vs. Rodríguez, and his WHIP for the season is 1.32.</p><p>Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been one of the best hitters in the league this season, batting .326 with 30 home runs and 103 RBIs. He is also coming off a stretch in which he went 11/26 (.423) with four RBIs. George Springer is also near the top of the Blue Jays' home run leaderboard, but he is batting just .220 this season.</p>

<p>As a team, the Blue Jays are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 20th in the league. They have been a bit better at home, where they are also 20th in the league in runs scored. Overall, they are 9th in terms of batting average, and their team OPS of .706 is 15th in the league.</p>

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