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<p>At 8:30 ET, the Golden State Warriors (-221) will host the Phoenix Suns (+184) in a Western Pacific divisional matchup. The over/under line for the game is 219.5.</p>

<p>Golden State (-5.5) is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 9th in the Western Conference. The Suns are 11th in the West and have a record of 15-15.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-96 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.3% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Phoenix Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 15-15 on the season after a 98-89 home loss to the Mavericks on Friday. Phoenix, favored by 1 point, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 187 points was well below the O/U line of 224.</p> <p>After a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 27-14, the Suns tried to rally by winning the 3rd quarter 25-17. However, they couldn’t close the gap in the 4th, getting outscored 26-25.</p><p>The Suns struggled offensively in their 98-89 loss to the Mavericks, shooting just 38.6% from the field. Kevin Durant was the standout performer, hitting 57.9% of his shots and 75% from three-point range, finishing with 35 points, including 15 in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Royce O'Neale added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes, while Bradley Beal contributed 11 points despite shooting just 27.8%. The Suns made 13 threes as a team, shooting 37.1% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, the Suns couldn't capitalize, allowing 98 points in their loss to the Mavericks. Phoenix gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd but tightened up in the 3rd, holding Dallas to just 17 points. The Mavericks scored 26 in the 4th to seal the game.</p> <p>The Suns held Dallas to 43% shooting, including 35% from three, with the Mavericks making 12 threes. Phoenix sent Dallas to the line 17 times, where they hit 16 free throws. The Suns grabbed 30 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, and recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Warriors dropped to 15-15 on the season after a 102-92 road loss to the Clippers on Friday. Golden State entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game fell well short of the 212.5 O/U line, with the teams combining for just 194 points.</p> <p>Golden State started strong, leading 21-19 after the 1st quarter, but the Clippers took control by outscoring the Warriors 62-41 over the next two quarters. The Warriors made a push in the 4th, going on a 14-0 run to cut the Clippers’ lead from 85-67 to 99-67, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 102-92 loss to the Clippers, the Warriors struggled offensively, shooting just 36.8% from the field and hitting only 7 three-pointers at an 18.4% clip. Jonathan Kuminga led the way with 34 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, connecting on 57.9% of his shots.</p> <p>Trayce Jackson-Davis added 15 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 58.3%, while Moses Moody chipped in 11 points. Kuminga was particularly strong in the 4th quarter, scoring 15 points, with Jackson-Davis adding 6 and Moody 7 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 1st and 4th quarters, the Warriors couldn’t overcome a rough 2nd and 3rd, giving up 30 and 32 points, respectively, in a 102-92 loss to the Clippers. Golden State allowed Los Angeles to shoot 53% from the field.</p> <p>The Warriors did a great job defending the three, holding the Clippers to 31% shooting with just 10 made threes. They also sent Los Angeles to the line only 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Golden State finished with 14 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

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<p>At 3:00 ET, the Miami Heat (15-13) will travel to take on the Atlanta Hawks (16-15) at State Farm Arena. The Hawks (-133) are currently favored by 2 points over the Heat (+113) in a Southeast Division matchup.</p>

<p>Both teams come into this game on two-game win streaks, and Miami currently sits 6th in the Eastern Conference, while Atlanta is 7th.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks -2</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 127-112 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Trae Young finishing with 21 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Atlanta Possible for the Heat?</h3><p>The Heat improved to 15-13 this season with a narrow 89-88 win over the Magic on Thursday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and covered the spread. The total score of 177 points fell well short of the 208.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Orlando jumped out to a 16-0 lead, but Miami chipped away, holding the Magic to 17 points in the 4th quarter while scoring 28 to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 89-88 win over the Magic, the Heat's offense struggled overall, shooting just 40.8% from the field. However, they connected on 15 threes at a 50% clip, with Tyler Herro, Alec Burks, and Jaime Jaquez each hitting 3 triples.</p> <p>Herro led Miami with 20 points, including 8 in the 1st quarter and 7 in the 4th. Burks added 17 points, with 11 coming in the final period, while Jaquez contributed 15 points, scoring 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>After a shaky start, the Heat tightened up defensively, allowing just 57 points over the final three quarters to secure an 89-88 win over the Magic. Miami gave up 31 points in the 1st but responded by holding Orlando to 21 points in the 2nd, 19 in the 3rd, and just 17 in the 4th. Overall, the Heat limited the Magic to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Miami excelled at defending the three, with the Magic hitting only 5 threes on 17% shooting. The Heat also sent Orlando to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws. Defensively, the Heat grabbed 28 rebounds, allowed 9 offensive boards, and added 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Atlanta Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 16-15 on the season with a 141-133 win over the Bulls on Thursday. Atlanta, playing at home, was favored by 5 points and covered the spread. The game’s total of 274 points went well over the pre-game line of 241.5.</p> <p>Chicago went on a 10-0 run early, but Atlanta turned things around in the 4th quarter. After trailing 108-91, the Hawks dominated the final period, outscoring the Bulls 50-25 to seal the win.</p><p>Jalen Johnson's 30-point, 15-rebound performance on 68.8% shooting helped the Hawks to a 141-133 win over the Bulls. Trae Young added 27 points and 13 assists, while De'Andre Hunter contributed 25 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>Atlanta connected on 17 threes, shooting 37.8% from deep and 51.7% overall. Johnson scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 16 in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 133 points, the Hawks managed to secure a win over the Bulls. Atlanta allowed 33 points in the 1st quarter, 31 in the 2nd, and a whopping 44 in the 3rd. However, they tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 25 points.</p> <p>The Hawks struggled to defend the three, as the Bulls hit 22 threes at a 51% clip. Atlanta sent Chicago to the line just 6 times, where they made 5 free throws. The Hawks finished with 9 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Jets? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Senators winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Senators on the moneyline (+133)</li><li>The Senators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Senators Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Ottawa improved to 18-14-2 with a 3-0 road win over the Kraken. The Senators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals was never in jeopardy, with the combined score reaching just 3 goals.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players, with Adam Gaudette opening the scoring at 14:32 in the first period. The Senators’ defense held Seattle scoreless, allowing 22 shots on goal.</p><p>Ottawa's offense was led by Adam Gaudette, who netted his 7th goal of the season at 14:32 in the first period. Brady Tkachuk followed with his 7th goal as well, scoring at 8:49 in the second period. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year, with 2:14 left in the game.</p> <p>Stützle also picked up his 10th assist on Tkachuk's goal. The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Ottawa's defense was rock solid, leading to a 3-0 victory over Seattle. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 25 hits. The Senators' defense also blocked 14 shots and didn't allow a goal in any period.</p><h3>Are the Jets Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 25-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 2-0 early, the Jets rallied, with seven different players scoring. Two of their goals came with the Lightning’s net empty.</p><p>In their 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets' offense saw seven different players find the net. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for Winnipeg, marking his third goal of the season. Logan Stanley added his first goal of the year, while Alex Iafallo scored his first on a power play. Dylan Samberg netted his third goal, and Nikolaj Ehlers picked up his ninth with an empty-netter. Cole Perfetti closed out the scoring with his fourth goal, also into an empty net.</p> <p>Winnipeg fired 34 shots on goal and recorded 10 assists. Josh Morrissey now has 13 assists on the season, with his latest coming on Perfetti’s empty-net goal. Mark Scheifele, who scored his eighth goal earlier in the game, also added his 10th assist on Ehlers’ empty-netter.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game and another at 4-4 in the 3rd period. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, while the Jets' defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>The Capitals and Maple Leafs are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Maple Leafs will host the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The odds for this Eastern conference game currently have the Maple Leafs as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Maple Leafs winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Washington dropped to 23-9-2 after a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. The Capitals held a 2-1 lead at the end of the first period, but Carolina scored three unanswered goals to secure the win.</p>

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period.</p><p>Washington’s offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Washington’s goals came in the first period, with Duhaime scoring at 19:49. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome added his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will look to improve after giving up three goals to the Hurricanes, including two in the second period and one in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but Washington's defense recorded just 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Maple Leafs?</h3><p>Toronto fell to 22-12-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. The Maple Leafs were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6 goals.</p> 

<p>After the Wild scored first, William Nylander tied it up with 52 seconds left in the first period. Neither team scored again until Minnesota found the net 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season on a power play at 19:08 in the first period, as the Maple Leafs fell 2-1 in overtime to the Wild. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th.</p> <p>Toronto fired 28 shots on goal but was held scoreless after the first period. The Maple Leafs recorded 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage. Toronto's defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Washington Capitals vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Pistons will be in Denver to take on the Nuggets in a non-conference matchup. Detroit (+184) is currently on a three-game win streak and is 9th in the Eastern Conference. The Nuggets (-222) have lost two straight and are 7th in the West. The over/under line is 231 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Ball Arena and can be seen on ALT.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 127-110 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pistons Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Pistons improved to 14-17 on the season after a 114-113 win over the Kings on Thursday. Detroit, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total score of 227 points was right on the line, resulting in a push for bettors.</p> <p>After an 11-0 run by the Kings in the 2nd quarter, Detroit found themselves down 91-77 going into the 4th. However, they turned things around by outscoring Sacramento 37-22 in the final quarter to complete the comeback.</p><p>The Pistons' offense in their win over the Kings was led by Cade Cunningham, who finished with 33 points and 10 assists, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field. Malik Beasley contributed 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Jaden Ivey added 19 points, making 3 threes at 42.9%.</p> <p>Detroit made 17 threes as a team, shooting 38.6% from deep, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 41.8%. Cunningham scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and added 8 more in the 4th, while Beasley put up 9 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up their defense in the 2nd half, allowing just 45 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure a 114-113 win over the Kings. Detroit gave up 37 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd but limited Sacramento to 23 points in the 3rd and 22 in the 4th.</p> <p>The Pistons held the Kings to 14 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. They also sent Sacramento to the line 26 times, where the Kings made 21 free throws. Detroit finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Nuggets?</h3><p>The Nuggets fell to 16-13 on the season after a 149-135 loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. Denver, who were +3.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread at home. The game’s total of 284 points soared past the O/U line of 236.5 by 47.5 points.</p> <p>Denver’s troubles began with a 16-0 run by Cleveland, stretching the score from 53-52 to 69-52. The Nuggets couldn’t recover, despite a strong 4th quarter where they outscored the Cavs 34-33, after entering the period down 116-101.</p><p>In their 149-135 loss to the Cavaliers, the Nuggets shot 56.4% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 48.4% clip. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each scored 27 points, with Jokic adding 13 assists and 14 rebounds, shooting 63.2% from the floor.</p> <p>Michael Porter Jr. contributed 18 points, knocking down 5 threes at 62.5%. Christian Braun added 12 of his 16 points in the 3rd quarter, while Peyton Watson also scored 18, with 8 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Nuggets' defense struggled on Friday, giving up 149 points in a loss to the Cavaliers. Denver allowed 40 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 36 in the 3rd, and 33 in the 4th.</p> <p>Cleveland shot 56% from the field, including 47% from three, hitting 23 threes. The Cavaliers also made 18 of 22 free throws. Denver finished with 30 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 3 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>At 9:30 ET, the 76ers (-266) will take on the Jazz (+220) in a non-conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently favored by 7 points and has won two straight games. The over/under line is set at 222.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The 76ers are 11th in the Eastern Conference with an 11-17 record, while the Jazz are 14th in the Western Conference at 7-22. Utah has lost two straight games.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS UTAH JAZZ BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +7</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-137 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 30 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The 76ers improved to 11-17 on the season with a 118-114 win over the Celtics on Wednesday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, not only got the win but also covered the spread. The total score of 232 points went over the pre-game line of 222.</p> <p>Philadelphia started strong, leading 30-25 after the 1st quarter and 66-58 at halftime. However, Boston outscored them 24-16 in the 3rd quarter, tying the game at 82-82 heading into the 4th. The 76ers then went on a decisive 12-0 run, taking the lead from 85-84 to 96-85, and held on for the win.</p><p>Tyrese Maxey's 33 points and 12 assists led the 76ers to a 118-114 win over the Celtics, with 13 of his points coming in the 4th quarter. Caleb Martin also came up big late, scoring 12 of his 23 points in the final period, hitting 7 threes at a 77.8% clip.</p> <p>As a team, the 76ers connected on 17 threes, shooting 42.5% from beyond the arc and 46.6% overall. Joel Embiid added 27 points, making 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 25 and 24 points, respectively, but they allowed 33 points in the 2nd and 32 in the 4th. Overall, they allowed 114 points on 45% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia struggled to defend the three, as the Celtics hit 20 threes at a 40% clip. However, the 76ers limited Boston's trips to the line, where they went 8/13. The 76ers recorded 10 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will Utah Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Utah’s season record dropped to 7-22 after a 122-120 loss to the Trail Blazers on Thursday. The Jazz, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with the narrow loss. The game’s total points of 242 exceeded the pre-game line of 227 by 15 points.</p> <p>Utah went on a 16-0 run to take control, moving the score from 57-55 to 71-57. They led 88-81 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 41-32 in the final period, leading to the loss.</p><p>The Jazz connected on 21 threes at a 50% clip in their loss to the Trail Blazers, finishing with a 47.7% overall shooting percentage. Lauri Markkanen led the way with 25 points, including 12 in the opening quarter and 8 in the final period.</p> <p>Svi Mykhailiuk hit 6 threes, shooting 50% from deep, and added 9 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. Johnny Juzang also contributed 12 of his 14 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz had a solid start but struggled in the 4th quarter, giving up 41 points in their 122-120 loss to the Trail Blazers. Overall, they allowed Portland to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>Utah also gave up 15 three-pointers on 39% shooting. The Trail Blazers went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 17. The Jazz finished with 35 defensive rebounds, 9 steals, and 5 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Flames and Sharks game? Catch the action at SAP Center in San Jose, CA, as the Sharks hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on NBCS. The Flames come into this Pacific division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>CALGARY FLAMES VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Sharks.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+130)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Calgary Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers moved their record to 16-11-7. The Flames trailed early, giving up a goal just 20 seconds into the first period.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 fell short. Calgary, as the underdog, didn’t cover the puck line. They tied the game in the third period before Edmonton scored twice to pull away.</p><p>Calgary's offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton, despite firing 31 shots on goal. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal of the year in the third.</p> <p>The Flames had 22 giveaways and were shut out in the first period before Mantha's goal at 15:27 in the second. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season, and Mikael Backlund added his 4th assist on Mantha's goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense will look to bounce back after allowing 4 goals to the Oilers, including the first two of the game and two more in the 3rd period. The Flames had tied the game at 2-2, but their defense gave up a power-play goal at the 9:50 mark and an empty-netter with just 3 seconds remaining. Goalie Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, while the defense registered 4 takeaways and 13 hits.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Sharks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 loss to the Canucks, the Sharks now sit at 11-21-6 this season. San Jose held a 1-0 lead before Vancouver tied it up in the second period, and the Sharks couldn’t hold on after evening the score at 2-2 in the third.</p>

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short. The Sharks, as underdogs on the puck line, didn’t cover. San Jose’s defense allowed the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p><p>The Sharks' offense was limited to two goals in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, tying the game 2-2 with 1:17 left in the third period.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 16. William Eklund picked up his seventh assist of the season, and Tyler Toffoli notched his fifth assist on Granlund's goal.</p><p>San Jose took a 1-0 lead at 2:37 into the 2nd period, but their defense gave up the next two goals. The first came at 5:19 in the 2nd, and the second at 4:22 in the 3rd. After the Sharks tied it up at 2-2, they allowed the game-winner with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. Defensively, the Sharks finished with 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Calgary Flames vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>The Penguins and Islanders are set to face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Islanders will host the game at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Islanders are favored by -1.5 against the Penguins in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS NEW YORK ISLANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Islanders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UBS Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Islanders winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Islanders on the moneyline</li><li>The Islanders should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved above .500, improving to 16-15-5. Pittsburgh covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby scored twice for the Penguins, who kept the Canadiens off the board until the third period. Blake Lizotte added an empty-net goal to seal the victory.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins’ offense with two goals in their 3-1 win over Montreal. He opened the scoring at 4:03 in the first period and added his fifth goal of the season on a power play at 1:20 in the second.</p> <p>Blake Lizotte closed out the scoring with his second goal of the season on an empty net at 19:15 in the third. Pittsburgh took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins will look to build off their last game, where they allowed just 1 goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves, finishing with a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways, 19 hits, and 19 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Islanders Win at Home?</h3><p>The Islanders fell to 13-15-7 after a 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Entering as underdogs on the puck line, New York failed to cover, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Casey Cizikas put the Islanders on the board at 15:22 in the second period. The Rangers responded with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the game.</p><p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers, but only found the net twice. Casey Cizikas scored his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p> <p>New York recorded 23 giveaways and went scoreless in the first and third periods. Pierre Engvall, Simon Holmstrom, Kyle Palmieri, and Anders Lee each picked up an assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders allowed the first goal just 3:44 into the first period and gave up two more in the third, including an empty-netter. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with a save percentage of 89.7%. The Islanders' defense also recorded 12 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Washington Wizards (5-23) will host the New York Knicks (21-10) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 13 points and have won six straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington and can be seen on MNMT. The over/under line is currently set at 228.5 points.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +13</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-125 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Knicks Make it Happen in Washington?</h3><p>With a 108-85 win over the Magic on Friday, the Knicks improved to 21-10 for the season. New York, favored by 6.5 points, covered the spread in the road victory. The game’s total of 193 points fell well short of the 213.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 29-26 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks edged ahead by winning the 2nd quarter 28-25. They then clamped down defensively, holding Orlando to just 14 points in the 3rd quarter. Entering the 4th with a 76-68 lead, New York pulled away by outscoring the Magic 32-17 in the final period.</p><p>Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 26 points and 9 assists in their win over the Magic, shooting 52.4% from the field. Josh Hart added 23 points and 13 rebounds, hitting 63.6% of his shots, while Mikal Bridges contributed 17 points.</p> <p>New York shot 53.3% overall, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 4 threes at a 26.7% rate. Hart scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Brunson had 8 points in the opening period.</p><p>The Knicks clamped down defensively on Friday, holding the Magic to just 85 points. After giving up 29 points in the 1st quarter, they tightened up, allowing only 25 in the 2nd, 14 in the 3rd, and 17 in the 4th. Overall, they limited Orlando to 36% shooting from the field.</p> <p>New York also did a great job defending the three, with the Magic hitting just 10 threes at a 30% clip. The Knicks sent Orlando to the line 12 times, where they made 11 free throws. Defensively, the Knicks finished with 10 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 113-110 victory over the Hornets on Thursday, the Wizards improved to 5-23 for the season. Washington, who were +4.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win. The combined score of 223 points fell short of the 229.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Washington built a 96-87 lead after a strong first half, winning the first two quarters 34-29 and 34-25. However, Charlotte went on a 10-0 run, turning the score from 100-99 to 110-99, before the Wizards rallied to close out the game.</p><p>Jordan Poole's 25 points, including 5 threes, led the Wizards to a win over the Hornets, despite his 36.8% shooting. Bilal Coulibaly added 20 points, shooting 37.5% from the field.</p> <p>Washington hit 14 threes at 31.8% efficiency, with an overall FG% of 42.9%. Alex Sarr contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 50% from deep.</p><p>The Wizards' defense came up big in the 4th quarter, holding the Hornets to 23 points to secure a 113-110 win. Overall, Washington allowed 110 points on 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Washington struggled to defend the three-point line, giving up 17 threes on 40% shooting. They sent the Hornets to the line 14 times, where Charlotte made 11 free throws. The Wizards finished with 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Lightning game? Catch the action at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL, as the Lightning hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Lightning are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Lightning to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Rangers Grab a Win in Tampa?</h3><p>The Rangers moved closer to .500 with a 5-2 road win over the Islanders, bringing their record to 16-17-1. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p>

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers in this one. Artemi Panarin led the way with two goals, including one with 3:23 left in the third period to put the game out of reach.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal, while Vincent Trocheck added his 4th. Adam Edstrom also found the net for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. They also recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their performance from their previous game, where they allowed just 2 goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin recorded 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the Rangers' defense added 10 takeaways, 19 hits, and 18 blocks. New York will look to tighten up in the second period, where they gave up both of their goals, including one with just 8 seconds left in the period.</p><h3>Will the Lightning Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Tampa Bay fell to 19-11-2 with a 7-4 road loss to the Jets. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>After leading 2-0 in the first period, the Lightning allowed the Jets to score seven of the next nine goals. Four different players scored for Tampa Bay in the loss.</p><p>In their 7-4 loss to the Jets, the Lightning fired 30 shots on goal, with four finding the back of the net. Brandon Hagel opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, while Brayden Point added his 8th on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee netted his 4th, and Nikita Kucherov scored his 10th.</p> <p>The Lightning had 8 giveaways and recorded 4 assists. Jake Guentzel picked up his 8th assist of the season, and Nick Paul added his 7th. Nikita Kucherov's goal was unassisted.</p><p>After tying the game at 4-4 in the third period, Tampa Bay's defense faltered, allowing three consecutive goals to the Jets. The first came just 7:38 into the period, followed by two empty-netters. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with an 84.4% save percentage, but the Lightning's defense also committed 8 giveaways.</p>

New York Rangers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Canadiens and Panthers face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under for this Atlantic division contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Panthers being favored by -1.5 at home against the Canadiens.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Panthers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Canadiens (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Canadiens Have What it Takes in Sunrise?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 14-17-3. The Canadiens were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Christian Dvorak scored Montreal’s only goal at 14:28 in the third period, cutting the deficit to 2-1. The Penguins added an empty-netter with 0:45 remaining to seal the win.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held to just one goal in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak netted his first goal of the season, which came 5:32 into the third period. The Canadiens took 26 shots on goal but couldn’t convert on any of their 20 offensive giveaways.</p> <p>Emil Heineman picked up his first assist of the season, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh assist on Dvorak’s goal. The Canadiens were unable to score on the power play.</p><p>Montreal's defense allowed the first two goals, both from Sidney Crosby, at 15:57 in the first period and 1:20 in the second. After cutting the deficit to 2-1 in the third, the Canadiens gave up an empty-netter with 45 seconds left. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Can The Panthers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Stars, the Panthers improved to 22-12-2 this season. Florida covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players. The Panthers held a 2-0 lead before the Stars tied it up, but Florida pulled ahead again with two more goals in the third period.</p><p>A.J. Greer netted his first goal of the season, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th, capping the game with an empty-netter. The Panthers also got contributions from Evan Rodrigues, who opened the scoring, and Matthew Tkachuk, who scored his third goal of the year. Carolina took 25 shots on goal and scored once on the power play.</p> <p>Reinhart also picked up his 11th assist on Rodrigues’ goal. Tomas Nosek earned his first assist of the season on Greer’s goal, and Eetu Luostarinen was credited with his fourth assist on Reinhart’s empty-netter. The Panthers had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to carry the momentum from their last game, where they allowed just 2 goals and recorded 8 takeaways and 22 hits. Spencer Knight posted a 92% save percentage with 23 saves. Florida’s defense also came up big in the third period, shutting out Dallas after the Stars had tied the game 2-2 in the second.</p>

Montreal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Oilers and Kings game? Catch the action at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, as the Kings hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers are favored by -1.5 in this Pacific division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Kings.</li><li>We like the Kings on the moneyline (+109)</li><li>The Kings are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Oilers Grab a Win in Los Angeles?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 21-11-2 this season. Edmonton, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton's offense struck early in their 4-2 win over Calgary, with Leon Draisaitl netting his 9th goal just 20 seconds into the game. Jeff Skinner followed with his 3rd goal at 11:48 in the first period. Zach Hyman added his 3rd goal on a power play, and Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd of the season.</p> <p>The Oilers fired 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who scored early, also picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 8. Edmonton finished with 6 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers gave up the first goal of the game at 4:33 into the 2nd period and another at 4:28 into the 3rd, but they didn't allow another after that, securing a 4-2 win over the Flames. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can the Kings Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings moved to 19-10-5 this season. Los Angeles held a 3-2 lead until the Blackhawks tied it up with just 31 seconds left in the third period, then went on to win in the shootout.</p> 

<p>The Kings were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 7 went over the line.</p><p>Alex Laferriere found the net twice for the Kings, bringing his goal tally to 8 on the season. His first goal came on a power play in the opening period, and he added another in the second. Phillip Danault scored his first goal of the season in the third period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal but were held to just 3 goals in their 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. They had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead late in the 3rd period, but their defense allowed Chicago to tie the game at 3-3 with just 31 seconds remaining. The Kings then gave up 3 shootout goals, resulting in a 4-3 loss. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves with an 85.7% save percentage, while the Kings' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

Edmonton Oilers vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>ESPN is handling the television broadcast as the Texas Tech Red Raiders and Arkansas Razorbacks face off in a non-conference matchup at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis. Kick-off is set for 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th. The game is being played at a neutral site for the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. The over/under line is at 59.5 points, and the Razorbacks are the -2.5 point favorites. The money line odds are +110 for Texas Tech and -130 for Arkansas.</p><h3>TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arkansas Razorbacks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Arkansas Razorbacks winning this one by a score of 34 to 27</li><li>Not only do we have the Arkansas Razorbacks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 59.5 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Texas Tech Red Raiders Pick Up A Win At Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium?</h3><p>Texas Tech enters Week 1 against Arkansas with an 8-4 record. They’ve gone 4-2 at home and 3-2 on the road this season. The Red Raiders have been favored in seven of their 12 games, posting a 5-2 record as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Texas Tech is 7-3-1, with a 4-1 mark on the road. Their average scoring margin is +4.1 points per game, and they’ve gone 4-2-1 ATS as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 59.5 points. Texas Tech’s games have averaged 73.1 points, with an average line of 62.1 points. Their over/under record is 7-4, with games typically exceeding the line by 8.3 points.</p><p>Texas Tech’s offense ranks 5th in points per game, averaging 38.6, and they are 9th in third-down conversion rate, converting 49% of their attempts. They are 3rd in passing attempts per game, with 41.8, and 5th in completions, averaging 26.3 per game. They are 12th in passing yards, with 298.3 yards per game. Heading into week 1, we have them ranked 47th in our offensive power rankings.</p> <p></p><p>Behren Morton leads the Red Raiders with 3,300 passing yards and a 63.3% completion rate. He has thrown 27 touchdowns and 8 interceptions, with a passer rating of 96. Tahj Brooks has rushed for 1,505 yards and 17 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Josh Kelly has 89 receptions for 1,023 yards and 5 touchdowns.</p><p>Texas Tech’s defense has struggled this season, allowing 34.5 points per game, ranking 92nd nationally. Opponents have averaged 306.2 passing yards per game against them, completing 63.7% of their passes, and posting a 93.5 passer rating.</p> <p>In their latest game, Texas Tech gave up just 15 points but allowed 423 total yards, including 265 passing yards. They also forced two interceptions in the win.</p><h3>Can The Arkansas Razorbacks Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Arkansas enters Week 13 with a 6-6 record, going 3-3 at home and 2-2 on the road. They’ve been favored in three games, winning all three, and are 3-0 as the favorite. As the underdog, they’ve gone 2-5. The Razorbacks have a +5.3 average scoring margin this season.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Arkansas is 5-5. They are 2-4 ATS at home and 3-1 on the road. As the favorite, they’ve gone 1-2 ATS, while they are 4-3 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 59.5 points. Arkansas games have averaged 55.2 points, with their over/under record at 4-6. They’ve had two games with higher lines than this week’s, and their average line this season is 55.1 points.</p><p>Heading into week 1, Arkansas ranks 39th in points per game, averaging 30.2, and sits 43rd in our offensive power rankings. They are 24th in passing yards, with 269.1 per game, and are 41st in passing attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Taylen Green leads the team with 2,812 passing yards, completing 60.8% of his throws. He has 13 touchdowns and 9 interceptions, with a passer rating of 86. Ja'Quinden Jackson has rushed for 790 yards and 15 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Andrew Armstrong has 1,140 receiving yards on 78 catches but just one touchdown.</p><p>Arkansas’ defense allowed 28 points in their recent 28-21 loss to Missouri, giving up 361 total yards. They surrendered 193 rushing yards on 47 attempts and 168 passing yards, though they didn’t allow any passing touchdowns.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, Arkansas ranks 47th nationally, allowing 24.9 points per game. They’ve given up 124 rushing yards per game (44th) and 244.2 passing yards per game, ranking 133rd in the country.</p>

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Pick & Prediction AutoZone Liberty Bowl

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at John M. Belk Arena in Davidson, NC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 144.5 points, with Davidson being favored by -15.5 over Eastern Michigan.</p><h3>EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES VS DAVIDSON WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at John M. Belk Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Davidson winning straight-up, we like Eastern Michigan at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Eagles Ready for a Win at Davidson?</h3><h3>Eastern Michigan Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Eastern Michigan improved to 5-5 on the season with an 86-82 home win over Wright State on Saturday, December 21st. The Eagles entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 38-27 at halftime, Eastern Michigan exploded for 59 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Eastern Michigan put up 86 points in their latest game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 73.1%, making 19 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Da'Sean Nelson led the way with 27 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field. Jalen Terry and Jack Doumbia each added 21 points, with Terry hitting 6 threes at a 60% clip. Brandon Noel also contributed, shooting 77.8% from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Michigan’s defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 35 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Michigan gave up 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they made 19 free throws, shooting 73%. Eastern Michigan allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Davidson Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Davidson Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Davidson improved to 8-3 on the season with a 76-63 home win over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday, December 21st. While they got the win, Davidson didn’t cover the -14 spread, and the total points of 139 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Davidson led 41-34 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Bethune-Cookman 35-29.</p><p>Davidson's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 76 points with a field goal percentage of 52.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They connected on 47.4% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-19 from deep, and hit 56.2% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Bobby Durkin led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 6 of 12 from three-point range. Connor Kochera was perfect from beyond the arc, making both of his attempts and finishing with 14 points on 6 of 7 shooting overall.</p><p>Despite Davidson's defensive struggles, giving up 63 points on 52% shooting, they managed to limit their opponent's trips to the free-throw line, where they went 13/19 (68%). Davidson allowed 27 field goals, including 9 threes on 19 attempts (47%).</p> <p>Inside the arc, Davidson's defense gave up 18 two-point field goals on 32 attempts (56%). They also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Davidson Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Charlotte Hornets (7-23) will host the Oklahoma City Thunder (24-5) in a non-conference matchup. The Thunder are currently favored by 12.5 points and have won nine straight games. The over/under line is set at 218.5.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte and can be seen on NBA TV. The Thunder (-748) are currently 1st in the Western Conference, while the Hornets (+524) are 13th in the East and have lost six straight games.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-96 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Oklahoma City Have A Chance at Spectrum Center?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 24-5 on the season with a 120-114 win over the Pacers on Thursday. Oklahoma City, favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread with the 6-point victory. The game’s total points of 234 went over the 227.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After falling behind 12-0 early, the Thunder rallied, outscoring the Pacers 34-32 in the 2nd quarter. They took control by winning the 3rd quarter 30-23 and closed out the game by outscoring Indiana 37-30 in the 4th.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the driving force behind the Thunder's 120-114 win over the Pacers, putting up 45 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds while shooting 68.2% from the field. He also hit 4 threes, connecting at an 80% rate from deep. Gilgeous-Alexander was especially impactful in the 2nd and 4th quarters, scoring 16 points in each period.</p> <p>As a team, the Thunder shot 46.3% from the field and made 13 threes at a 35.1% clip. Jalen Williams contributed 20 points, though he shot just 36.4%, and Luguentz Dort added 13 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite giving up 114 points, the Thunder's defense did enough to secure the win over the Pacers. They allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, holding Indiana to 23 points. The Pacers scored 30 in the final period.</p> <p>Oklahoma City allowed Indiana to shoot 47% from the field, including 38% from three, with the Pacers hitting 14 threes. The Thunder sent the Pacers to the line 22 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Thunder recorded 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and added 4 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Are Charlotte Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Charlotte’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 7-23 after a 113-110 loss to the Wizards on Thursday. The Hornets were -4.5 point favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 223, falling short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After falling behind 68-54 at halftime, Charlotte rallied in the 3rd quarter, outscoring Washington 33-28. They then went on a 10-0 run, taking the score from 100-99 to 110-99. However, the Wizards clamped down defensively, holding the Hornets to just 17 points in the 4th quarter to complete the comeback.</p><p>In Thursday's 113-110 loss to the Wizards, the Hornets connected on 17 threes, shooting 40.5% from deep. Overall, they shot 43.6% from the field.</p> <p>LaMelo Ball led the way with 31 points, including 14 in the 3rd quarter. Miles Bridges added 22 points and 14 rebounds, while Brandon Miller chipped in 18 points, hitting 4 threes.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 17 points, the Hornets couldn't overcome their early struggles, giving up 34 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters in a 113-110 loss to the Wizards. Charlotte held Washington to 42% shooting from the field, including 31% from beyond the arc, where the Wizards hit 14 threes.</p> <p>The Hornets sent the Wizards to the free-throw line 28 times, with Washington converting 21 of those attempts. Charlotte controlled the boards, allowing 8 offensive rebounds while securing 39 defensive rebounds. They also added 6 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>The Celtics (-685) are favored by 11.5 points on the road against the Hawks (+479) at 7:30 ET. Boston is 57-14 and has won nine straight games, while Atlanta is 31-39 and 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. NBCS will have the TV coverage.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, March 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-112 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Boston Be The Talk of State Farm Arena?</h3><p>Boston is heavily favored today against the Hawks and has been favored in 68 of their 71 games this season. As the favorite, the Celtics have gone 55-13 and have won 9 straight games as the favorite.</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have an average scoring margin of +12.2 points per game when favored. Their ATS record as the favorite is 35-30, and they have covered the spread in their last two games.</p>

<p>In their most recent game against the Bulls, the Celtics won by a score of 124-113. The O/U line for that game was 219 points. This marked the 3rd straight game for Boston that has gone over the O/U line.</p>

<p>Boston's overall record this season is 57-14, which is the best in the Eastern Conference. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, the Celtics are 38-7 and 19-7 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>This year, the average O/U line in Celtics games has been 230 points, which is higher than today's line of 225. Their O/U record for the season is 35-35-1.</p>

<p>The Celtics have an ATS record of 37-31 this season, including going 18-16 ATS on the road. They have won 6 straight games against the spread on the road.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Celtics are the NBA's 2nd highest-scoring team at 121.2 points per game. However, they are averaging 119 points per game on the road compared to 123.3 at home.</p>

<p>So far, Boston has outscored the league average in 74.6% of their games this season. They are also 2nd in three-point shooting at 39% but are just 22nd in free throw attempts.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Celtics are 18th in the league at 97.5 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 9th overall at 48%.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Celtics defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 28.2% of their games. Currently, they are 5th in the NBA at 109.4 points per game allowed. Opponents are hitting 52.2% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 34.5% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>In their last game, the Hawks easily covered the spread as 7.5-point favorites with a 132-91 win over the Hornets. The combined scoring total of 223 points was well above the O/U line of 212.5.</p>

<p>Looking at the Hawks' O/U record for the season, the over has hit in their last three games. Today's O/U line is set at 225, which is lower than their season average of 239.9 points per game.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Hawks are 24-46 for the season and have gone 10-21 ATS as underdogs. As the underdog, they have failed to cover in their last two games.</p>

<p>Coming into today's game, the Hawks are 3rd in the Southeast Division with a record of 31-39. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 10th place. Atlanta's home record is 17-17, and they are 12-22 ATS at home.</p>

<p>On average, the Hawks' games have finished with 239.9 points per game this season. In their non-conference games, they are 13-13 compared to 18-26 against the East.</p><p>At home, the Hawks are the 4th highest-scoring team in the NBA, averaging 122.8 points per game. Overall, they are 5th in the league at 119.2 points per game. So far, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 58.6% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Atlanta is 6th in the NBA at 100.1 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 21st in the league at 46%. However, they are 3rd in free throws made per game with an average of 19.3.</p>

<p>The Hawks are the top offensive rebounding team in the NBA, averaging 12.8 per game. In terms of assists, they are 16th in the league at 26.5 per game. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are 16th in three-point percentage at 36% and are 6th in three-pointers made per game.</p><p>Facing Boston, the Hawks aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 120.7 points allowed per game (27th). When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Hawks squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 57.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 38.9% from downtown.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Spartans and Hoosiers. The game is starting at 4:30 ET on CBS, and it's hosted by the Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. Get ready to place your bets! In this Big Ten matchup, Michigan State is favored by -3.5 vs. Indiana. The over/under for the game is 141.5 points.</p><h3>MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Hoosiers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 4:30 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA HOOSIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Not only will Indiana 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 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Michigan State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Michigan State has been much better at home this season, going 15-6 compared to 3-6 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +12.4 compared to -3.1 on the road.</p>

<p>Overall, the Spartans are 18-12, including a 10-9 record in Big Ten play. They have been favored in 23 of their 30 games, going 16-7 in those contests.</p><p>Michigan State's ATS record this season is 17-13, and they are 13-10 vs. the spread when favored. On the road, the Spartans have gone 5-4 ATS this year, and their last three road games vs. the spread have all resulted in wins.</p><p>Michigan State's over/under record for the season sits at 13-17 and today's line of 141.5 is just below the average over/under line in their games (141.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 124 points compared to their season average of 139.6. In their last 10 games, the over/under record is 3-7.</p><p>The Michigan State offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 53 points versus Northwestern. During the game, they attempted 17 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 31.7%. Currently leading the team in scoring is Tyson Walker who comes into today's matchup averaging 18. Malik Hall also heads into the game with a PPG average of 12.9.</p><p>So far, the Spartans' defense is ranked 31st in the country at 65.9 points per contest. Michigan State's three-point defense is currently 177th in the country at 7.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.1% of their shots vs. Michigan State.</p><h3>Will the Indiana Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Indiana enters this game as a 3.5-point underdog, and they have gone 6-10 in their 16 games as the underdog this season. The Hoosiers have gone 12-6 at home this year, and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>Indiana has won three straight games, including a 70-58 victory over Minnesota in their last game. For the season, they have gone 17-13, and they have gone 9-10 in Big Ten play.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Indiana has a solid ATS mark of 9-7. Their overall ATS record is just below .500 at 15-14-1. At home, the Hoosiers are 9-9 vs. the spread this year and their last 3 home ATS mark is 1-2.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 141.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Indiana's games this season (145.6). So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 143 points.</p><p>The Hoosiers' offense wrapped up their last game with 70 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 73.1 points per contest. Kel'el Ware was the leading scorer for the Hoosiers, putting up 26 points. In addition, Mackenzie Mgbako contributed 15 points.</p><p>So far, the Hoosiers' defense is ranked 242nd in the country at 74.5 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Minnesota, the Golden Gophers finished with a field goal percentage of 38% and a total of 58 points vs. Indiana.</p>

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