<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Blue Devils and Hawks. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Hawks at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142.5 points, with Saint Joseph's being favored by -15.5 over Central Connecticut State.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Connecticut State Blue Devils +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hagan Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Joseph's winning straight-up, we like Central Connecticut State at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Blue Devils Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>Central Connecticut State put up a strong fight in their season opener against Providence on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Devils kept it close, losing 59-55 on the road. They not only covered the spread but also kept the game’s total points (114) well under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>CCSU led 26-24 at halftime but couldn’t hold on as Providence outscored them 35-29 in the 2nd half. While they didn’t come away with the win, the Blue Devils showed they can compete against tougher opponents.</p><p>Central Connecticut State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.5% from the field and failing to hit a three-pointer, going 0-for-8 from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 31.5%, and they managed only 3 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Blue Devils connected on 80.8%, hitting 21 of 26 attempts. They also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Bensley Joseph and Jordan Jones each scored 21 points, with Joseph hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip.</p><p>Central Connecticut State put up a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 37% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they allowed only 8 made threes on 32 attempts, a 25% shooting rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Blue Devils gave up 12 two-point field goals on 21 attempts, a 57% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 73%. Central Connecticut State allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Saint Joseph's Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Joseph's opened their season with a 70-63 win over Navy on Monday, November 4th. Despite being -16.5 favorites, the Hawks didn't cover the spread, and the total points of 133 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-28 at halftime, Saint Joseph's turned things around by outscoring Navy 42-30 in the 2nd half.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They connected on 36.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 22 from deep, while shooting 50% on two-pointers (12/24). At the free-throw line, the Hawks made 22 of 29 attempts, good for 75.9%.</p> <p>Erik Reynolds II led the way with 29 points, shooting 6 of 13 from beyond the arc (46.2%) and 9 of 17 overall. Austin Benigni also went 9 of 17 from the field, adding 23 points and 3 assists. Xzayvier Brown contributed 22 points and 5 rebounds, while Aidan Kehoe grabbed 9 boards to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Saint Joseph's Hawks held their opponent to 63 points, with a shooting percentage of 43% from the field. The opposing team made 20 of their 46 field goal attempts.</p> <p>Defensively, the Hawks allowed 12 two-point field goals on 24 attempts (50%) and 8 three-pointers on 22 attempts (36%). The opponent also went to the free-throw line 29 times, making 22 free throws (75%).</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Saint Joseph's Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hawks and Owls face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Owls are hosting the game at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Temple is favored by -3 against Monmouth in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS TEMPLE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Temple Owls -3</p><p>This game will be played at CURE Insurance Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEMPLE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Temple pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</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 the Hawks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawks faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they went on the road to take on Michigan State. Monmouth, who entered the game as +19.5 point underdogs, fell 81-57 to the Spartans.</p> 

<p>Monmouth trailed 38-27 at halftime and struggled to keep pace in the second half, scoring 30 points while allowing 43. The game’s total points ended at 138, just under the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 27.9% from the field and 26.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 29.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 27 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 34.4%.</p> <p>Jaden Akins led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Abdi Bashir Jr. added 20 points, despite shooting 31.8% overall and 27.3% from three.</p><p>Monmouth's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 49% shooting. They allowed 62% on two-pointers, with the opponent hitting 27 of 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Monmouth held the opponent to 16% shooting, as they made just 3 of 18 threes. The opponent also went 18/27 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Are Temple Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple opened their season with an 81-70 win over Sacred Heart on Monday. Despite being -13.5 favorites, the Owls didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 37-36 at halftime, Temple pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Sacred Heart 44-34.</p><p>Temple's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and hitting 47.8% from three-point range, making 11 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, and they connected on 16 of 23 free throws, good for 69.6%.</p> <p>Jamal Mashburn Jr. led the way with 26 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 71.4% from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes. Tanner Thomas added 22 points, while Steve Settle III contributed 16 points and 6 assists, also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Temple's defense struggled in this one, giving up 70 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Owls allowed 27 made baskets on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple gave up 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Temple Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>The Eagles and Bearcats are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bearcats will host the game at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati, OH. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cincinnati as the -28.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fifth Third Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Bearcats.</li><li>Even though we have Cincinnati winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Make it Happen in Cincinnati?</h3><p>Morehead State’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 93-45 to Louisville on Monday. The Eagles were +21.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, which was under the O/U line of 148.</p> <p>Morehead State struggled early, scoring just 14 points in the first half while allowing 41. They managed to put up 31 points in the second half, but their defense gave up 52 points after the break.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 45 points while shooting 23.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 26.9%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They managed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out just 4 assists as a team. Kasean Pryor contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field, while J'Vonne Hadley added 15 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Morehead State's defense struggled, giving up 93 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 60% on two-pointers, with 21 makes on 35 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense gave up 11 threes on 36 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws. Morehead State allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cincinnati as Home Favorites</h3><p>Cincinnati opened their season with a dominant 109-54 win over UAPB on Monday. The Bearcats, who were -36.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game hit 163, surpassing the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After leading 55-32 at halftime, Cincinnati continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring UAPB 54-22.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 109 points with a field goal percentage of 58.3% (42/72). They were equally effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24), and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%.</p> <p>The Bearcats also dominated on the boards, grabbing 17 offensive rebounds, and dished out 27 assists. Simas Lukosius led the way with 20 points on 8/10 shooting, while Dan Skillings Jr. added 17 points and 11 rebounds. Jizzle James contributed 10 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Even with Cincinnati's defense giving up 54 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 58% from the field, including 62% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, Cincinnati's opponent hit 12 of 24 threes, good for 50% shooting.</p> <p>Cincinnati also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 56%. On the boards, Cincinnati gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Morehead State Eagles vs Cincinnati Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Bruins and Hurricanes. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Hurricanes at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Hurricanes are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, October 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Bruins to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Bruins on the moneyline (+142)</li><li>The Bruins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Win on the Road?</h3><p>Boston fell to 4-5-1 after a 2-0 loss to the Flyers. The Bruins were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short.</p> 

<p>The game was scoreless until the Flyers netted a goal at 5:32 in the second period. Philadelphia added another goal with just 24 seconds left in the third. Boston’s offense struggled, managing 25 shots on goal but failing to score.</p><p>Boston was shut out in their 2-0 loss to the Flyers, despite firing 25 shots on goal. The Bruins were held scoreless in all three periods and had 15 giveaways.</p> <p>None of the Bruins found the net, marking the first time this season they've been shut out. They ended the game with 0 assists and 0 goals on 25 shots.</p><p>Boston's defense kept the game scoreless after the first period, but they conceded a goal 5:32 into the second and an empty netter late in the third. Joonas Korpisalo made 17 saves with a 94.4% save percentage. The Bruins' defense also recorded 11 takeaways and 23 hits.</p><h3>Will the Hurricanes Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Canucks, the Hurricanes improved to 6-2-0. Carolina was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 surpassed that figure.</p> 

<p>Carolina led 3-1 before the Canucks tied it up in the third period. Four different players scored for the Hurricanes, with Sebastian Aho netting the game-winner just 47 seconds into overtime.</p><p>Carolina's offense took 32 shots on goal in their 4-3 overtime win over Vancouver. The Hurricanes scored twice in the first period, with William Carrier netting his first goal of the season and Martin Necas adding his fourth. Jack Roslovic followed with his fourth goal early in the second period, and Sebastian Aho secured the win with his fourth goal, just 47 seconds into overtime.</p> <p>The Hurricanes had 13 giveaways but also picked up 8 assists, including Martin Necas's 8th of the season on Aho's game-winner. Shayne Gostisbehere recorded his 4th assist on the final goal.</p><p>Carolina's defense gave up the first goal of the game 7:17 into the first period, and after building a 3-1 lead, they allowed two late goals in the third period, at the 7:56 and 16:55 marks. Pyotr Kochetkov made 24 saves with a save percentage of 88.9%. The Hurricanes' defense also recorded 3 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 10/31/24

<p>Betting on today's Blue Hose and Wolfpack game? Catch the action at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC, as the Wolfpack hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ACC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 152 points, with North Carolina State being favored by -21.5 over Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina State winning straight-up, we like Presbyterian at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Blue Hose Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Presbyterian dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 88-79 to Charlotte on the road. Entering the game as +12 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Presbyterian trailed 45-33 at halftime but made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Charlotte 46-43. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 136.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting 56.1% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range in their latest game, finishing with 79 points. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.2%, with a 63.9% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Jonah Pierce was perfect from the field, hitting all 11 of his shots and finishing with 22 points and 9 rebounds. Robert Braswell IV and Jaehshon Thomas each added 18 points, with Braswell connecting on 5 of 6 threes and Thomas hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense struggled in this one, giving up 88 points on 57% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 62% of their two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 32 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Presbyterian's defense gave up 11 threes on 22 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws, or 78%.</p><h3>Will North Carolina State Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>North Carolina State opened their season with a dominant 97-66 win over USC Upstate on Monday. Playing at home, the Wolfpack were favored by 24 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 163 exceeded the over/under line of 147.</p> <p>NC State took control early, leading 50-35 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Spartans 47-31.</p><p>NC State's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 97 points with a field goal percentage of 55.9% in their latest game. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.8%, thanks to a dominant 70.7% shooting from two-point range, while they hit 33.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Wolfpack also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 20 assists. Marcus Hill, Mister Dean, and Breon Pass each contributed 14 points, with Pass knocking down 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite North Carolina State's defensive struggles, allowing 66 points on 55% shooting, they still managed to hold their opponent to just 66 points. The Wolfpack gave up 70% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponent hitting 29 of 41 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, North Carolina State's defense allowed 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 12 for 57%. The Wolfpack gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs North Carolina State Wolfpack NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

Expect a low-scoring game when the Boston Celtics (42-21) and Indiana Pacers (39-25) clash at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Boston is a 1.5-point favorite on the opening line, while the Over/Under (O/U) for the game opened at 215 points. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.
<h2>Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers ATS Preview</h2>
The last time the Celtics played, they lost a close one to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 105-104, despite being 6.5-point favorites. Boston's Gordon Hayward put together a solid performance, leading the team in scoring with 24 points on 9-for-19 shooting. Oklahoma City did a great job of making free throws (25-34; 73.5 percent). Boston, meanwhile, held the Thunder to an offensive rebounding percentage of 10.3 (below their season average of 19.3). The two teams combined to score 209 points, which came in under the projected point total of 216.5.

The Pacers will look to keep it rolling after narrowly defeating the Dallas Mavericks in their last outing, 112-109, as 6.5-point underdogs. With 20 points on 8-for-13 shooting, Domantas Sabonis led Indiana in scoring. Indiana's 0.568 effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over Dallas, who had a mark of 0.505. The Pacers' mark was above their season average of 0.533. The two squads combined to record 221 points, which was just over the projected point total of 219.

These two clubs have already met once this season. In that game, the two teams combined to put up 239 points, well over the projected point total of 210.5. The Pacers won 122-117, covering as 2-point favorites. Indiana did a terrific job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (30-36; 83.3 percent). Boston, meanwhile, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (20.5 vs. 12.2). Kemba Walker scored a game-high 44 points.

Of Boston's 63 games, 32 have finished under the projected point total, while 34 of Indiana's 64 games have finished over the O/U total. Both teams have solid straight up (SU) records (42-21 for Boston; 39-25 for Indiana), but the Celtics have the edge against the spread (ATS). Boston is 37-25-1 ATS, while the Pacers are 33-28-3.

The offense of Indiana (16th in the NBA with an offensive efficiency of 108.8) will battle against the elite defense of Boston (fourth in the NBA with a defensive efficiency of 104.9). The Celtics figure to have the advantage on that end of the court.
<h3>Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Pick:</a> SU Winner - Celtics, ATS Winner - Celtics, O/U - Over
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Notes:

The Celtics rank third in points allowed in the paint per game (42.9) while the Pacers rank 14th (47.8).

Indiana ranks third in steals allowed per game (6.8) while Boston ranks seventh (7.0).

Boston ranks 16th in second chance points per game (13.2) while Indiana ranks 27th (11.5).

Boston allows the fourth-fewest points off turnovers per game (14.6) while Indiana ranks fifth (14.6).

Boston is 20-10-1 ATS on the road with 17 unders and 14 overs.

At home, Indiana is 14-15-2 ATS with 16 overs and 15 unders.

In games where they allow less than 100 points, Indiana is 11-2 and Boston is 12-3.

In games where they reach the century mark, the Celtics are 41-14 and the Pacers are 39-16.

The Celtics average 15.5 fast break points per game, which ranks sixth in the NBA. The Pacers rank 17th in fast break points allowed per game (13.6).

Indiana ranks fifth in assists per game (26.0) while Boston ranks 25th (22.9).

The Celtics rank 14th in three pointers attempted per game (34.2) while the Pacers rank last (27.5).

The Celtics average 46.0 rebounds per game, which ranks ninth in the NBA. The Pacers rank 13th in rebounds allowed per game (44.7).

Indiana ranks 13th in blocks per game (5.1) while Boston ranks 24th in blocks allowed per game (5.5).

Bettings Trends:

Indiana is 3-1-1 ATS with 4 overs and 1 under in its last five games.

Across its past five games, Boston is 1-4 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs.

The Pacers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.8, down from 2.0 for the season.

During their last five games, the Celtics have scored an average of 108.0 points per game (5.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 110.0 points per game (3.2 above their season average).

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Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers ATS Odds Pick 03/10/20

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Spurs will host the Bulls in a non-conference matchup. The Bulls are favored by 6 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>Chicago is 18-22 on the season and 9th in the Eastern Conference. The Spurs are 7-30 and 15th in the Western Conference. San Antonio has won two straight games.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +6</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-107 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Keldon Johnson finishing with Keldon Johnson points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulls Stand a Chance in San Antonio?</h3><p>Chicago is 18-22 this season and is 9th in the Eastern Conference. In non-conference games, they are 6-7 compared to 12-15 against other Eastern Conference teams.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bulls are 5-12 straight up and 7-9 ATS. As the favorite, they are 10-7 straight up and 8-8 ATS. Their average scoring differential on the road is -7.0 PPG.</p>

<p>Chicago's last game was a 140-131 loss to the Warriors. The combined scoring in the game was 271, going over the O/U line of 228. The Bulls were 2.5-point favorites and failed to cover the spread.</p>

<p>This season, Chicago's games have averaged 222.7 points per game, and the average O/U line is 221.5. The over has hit in each of their last three games, and their O/U record for the season is 20-19-1.</p>

<p>So far, the Bulls have been the favorite in 17 of their 40 games. Today, they are favored by 6 points and have an ATS record of 20-19. As the favorite, their straight-up record is 10-7.</p><p>The Bulls' offense is currently ranked 27th in the NBA, averaging 110.3 points per game. However, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 109.4 points compared to 111.0 at home.</p>

<p>Chicago's offense has outscored the league average in just 32.5% of their games this season. In terms of field goal percentage, the Bulls are 28th in the NBA at 45%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bulls have been one of the more aggressive teams in terms of getting to the basket. They are 6th in two-point attempts but just 21st in three-point attempts.</p><p>The Bulls' defense is presently ranked 12th in the league, allowing an average of 112.4 points per contest. On two point field goal attempts, the Bulls' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 55.5% and allowing 36.5% from beyond the arc.</p><h3>Does San Antonio Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Antonio is 7-30 this season and is currently 15th in the Western Conference. In non-conference action, the Spurs are just 2-11 compared to 5-19 against other Western Conference teams.</p>

<p>At home, the Spurs are 3-15 straight up and have an average scoring differential of -6.9 points per game. As the underdog, they are 4-30 and have lost five straight games in this role. Against the spread, they are 8-10 at home and have covered the spread in two straight games.</p>

<p>For the season, the Spurs have been the underdog in all but three of their games. Today, they are 6-point underdogs and have an average scoring differential of -11.8 points per game as the underdog. Against the spread, they are 14-20 as the underdog and have covered in three straight games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Spurs were favored by 2 points and won 135-99. The combined scoring in the game was 234 points, and the O/U line was 237. This marked the third straight game that San Antonio covered the spread.</p>

<p>In terms of O/U results, San Antonio is 22-14-1 this season. In 29 of their 37 games, the over/under line has been set higher than 226. On average, their games have seen 234.2 points scored.</p><p>The Spurs are one of the NBA's fastest-paced teams, ranking 3rd in pace at 102.2 possessions per game. In terms of scoring, San Antonio is averaging 112.5 points per game, which is 25th in the league.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Spurs have been slightly better offensively, averaging 116.3 points per game. However, their overall field goal percentage is just 27th in the NBA at 45%.</p>

<p>From beyond the arc, the Spurs are 14th in the league in three-pointers made per game at 12.8. However, their three-point shooting percentage is just 34% (27th).</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs come into today's game ranked 26th in the NBA at 121.7 points per game allowed. However, they have shown signs of improvements lately, ranking 26th in the league over their last three games. The Spurs defense is coming off a game in which they held the Hornets offense to just 51.7% shooting. Overall, they gave up 99 points to Charlotte.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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<p>Planning on watching today's Black Knights and Blue Devils game? Catch the action at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, NC, as the Blue Devils hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ACCN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Duke as the -30.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 143 points.</p><h3>ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS VS DUKE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Army Black Knights +30.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cameron Indoor Stadium at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Blue Devils.</li><li>Even though we have Duke winning straight-up, we like Army at +30.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Black Knights Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Army opened their season with a 67-59 win over Albany on Monday. The Black Knights, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points were 126, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Army led 27-24 at halftime and outscored Albany 40-35 in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Army put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 44% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 17 attempts for 29.4%, and connected on 64.3% of their free throws, going 18 for 28.</p> <p>Josh Scovens led the way with 22 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 46.2% overall. Byron Joshua added 15 points, hitting 54.5% of his shots, while Jalen Rucker contributed 12 points and 6 rebounds. Blake Barker and Sully Adewale each chipped in 11 points, with Adewale also grabbing 8 boards.</p><p>Army’s defense held their opponent to 59 points, even though they shot 44% from the field, hitting 22 of 50 attempts. Inside the arc, the Black Knights allowed 51% shooting, with 17 two-pointers made on 33 tries.</p> <p>From three-point range, Army limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 17 attempts, a 29% shooting performance. The Black Knights also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 18 for 64%. Army gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Duke Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Duke opened their season with a 96-62 win over Maine on Monday. Playing at home, the Blue Devils were -32.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Duke led 44-33 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Maine 52-29.</p><p>Duke's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points while shooting 55.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.5%, thanks in large part to their 70.6% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Blue Devils hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37.9%. They also connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15-for-20 from the line. Kon Knueppel led the way with 22 points, hitting 3 of 8 from deep, while Cooper Flagg contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds, despite going 0-for-4 from three.</p><p>Despite Duke's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 62 points. The Blue Devils allowed 55% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 35 of 63 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Duke's defense gave up 70% shooting, with their opponent making 24 of 34 two-point attempts. From three-point range, Duke's opponent shot 37%, connecting on 11 of 29 threes. At the free-throw line, Duke's opponent went 15 for 20, shooting 75%.</p>

Army Black Knights vs Duke Blue Devils NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Highlanders and Wildcats face off at 8:30 ET on None. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 138.5 points, with Villanova being favored by -21.5 over NJIT.</p><h3>NJIT HIGHLANDERS VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: NJIT Highlanders +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 8:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NJIT HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like NJIT at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Highlanders Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>On Monday, November 4th, the NJIT Highlanders narrowly lost to the Penn Quakers, 58-57, in their season opener. Despite being +8.5 point underdogs, NJIT kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 115, falling well short of the 144-point over/under line.</p> <p>NJIT looked strong early on, leading 34-22 at halftime. However, they struggled in the second half, scoring just 23 points while allowing Penn to put up 36 points, leading to the narrow loss.</p><p>NJIT's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 37% shooting from the field. They hit 29.2% from three-point range, connecting on 7 of 24 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%.</p> <p>Tariq Francis and Sebastian Robinson each scored 20 points, with Robinson adding 9 rebounds. Dylan Williams contributed 17 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Ethan Roberts chipped in 15 points despite shooting 1 of 5 from three.</p><p>Even with NJIT's strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to 58 points on 37% shooting, the Highlanders couldn't come away with the win. They limited the damage inside, allowing just 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts (43%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NJIT's defense held their opponent to 7 made threes on 24 attempts (29%). The Highlanders also sent them to the line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws (76%). NJIT gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Villanova Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Villanova's season got off to a rocky start with a 90-80 loss to Columbia on Wednesday. The Wildcats were heavy favorites, entering the game as -16.5 point favorites, but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Villanova trailed 39-37 at halftime and struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 51 points while scoring 43. The total points for the game reached 170, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Villanova put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.3%. They hit 11 threes at a 34.4% clip, while connecting on 57.1% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, going 15-for-17 for an 88.2% rate.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 33 points, shooting 11-for-16 overall and 5-for-7 from beyond the arc. Avery Brown also had an efficient night, hitting 5 of 7 shots and making his only three-point attempt. Villanova recorded 16 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 90 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 57% shooting, with the other team hitting 16 of 28 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Villanova's opponents made 11 of 32 shots, good for 34%. The Wildcats also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws at an 88% clip. Villanova allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

NJIT Highlanders vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Broncos and Sun Devils game? Catch the action at Lee's Family Forum in Henderson, NV, as the Sun Devils hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on None. Santa Clara comes into this non-conference matchup as the -4.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona State Sun Devils +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lee's Family Forum at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Sun Devils.</li><li>Not only will Arizona State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Santa Clara Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Santa Clara opened their season with an 85-78 win over Saint Louis on Monday, November 4th. Playing at home, the Broncos entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the over/under line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>Santa Clara led 48-41 at halftime and maintained their lead by matching Saint Louis point-for-point in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 37 points after the break.</p><p>Santa Clara put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 34.3% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 35 attempts. They were strong at the free-throw line, converting 17 of 20 for 85%.</p> <p>Adama-Alpha Bal and Isaiah Swope each scored 24 points, with Swope knocking down 6 threes. Christoph Tilly was efficient, shooting 85.7% from the field and adding 8 rebounds.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense gave up 78 points, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 66 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 12 of 35 threes, shooting 34%. Santa Clara also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws, an 85% rate.</p><h3>Can the Sun Devils Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Arizona State Sun Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arizona State opened their season with a 55-48 win over Idaho State on Tuesday, November 5th. Playing at home, the Sun Devils were -18 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points were 103, well under the 145.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>ASU led 31-20 at halftime but allowed Idaho State to outscore them 28-24 in the 2nd half, raising questions about their ability to maintain focus and intensity throughout the game.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 36.4% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, with the Sun Devils hitting 29.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Alston Mason led the way with 14 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range. Isaiah Griffin and BJ Freeman each added 12 points, with Freeman also grabbing 8 rebounds and dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Arizona State’s defense shined, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 36% shooting. The Sun Devils limited damage inside, with the other team hitting 41% of their two-point attempts (13/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State kept the pressure on, as the opposition shot 29% (7/24) from three. The Sun Devils also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 8 free throws (66%).</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs Arizona State Sun Devils NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Griffins and Red Foxes face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Foxes are hosting the game at McCann Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. The over/under for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest is set at 133.5 points, with Marist being favored by -5.5 at home against Canisius.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS MARIST RED FOXES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Marist Red Foxes -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCann Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, February 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARIST RED FOXES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Red Foxes.</li><li>Not only will Marist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Golden Griffins Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Canisius will be the underdog in this game, as they have been in 15 of their 23 games this season. They have a record of 4-11 in those games, and they have gone 3-11 on the road this season. Their average scoring margin on the road is -6.1 points per game, and they have lost their last nine games away from home.</p>

<p>Most recently, Canisius beat Iona by a score of 73-69. This season, they have gone 4-3 when they have been favored, and their overall record is 9-14. In conference play, they have gone 4-9, and they are 5-5 in non-conference games.</p><p>Canisius has struggled against the spread this season, going just 9-13. Their road ATS record is 5-9, and they are just 2-8 vs. the spread in their last 10 road games. As the underdog, the Golden Griffins are 6-9 vs. the spread this year and just 2-8 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>Canisius games have an over/under record of 10-12 this season, and today's over/under line of 133.5 is lower than the average over/under line of 145. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 141 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Golden Griffins' offense concluded with 73 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 72.6 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Tre Dinkins, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 14.9, while Frank Mitchell also maintains a PPG average of 13.4 leading up to the game.</p><p>Currently, the Golden Griffins' defense holds the 223rd rank in the nation, allowing 74.1 points per game. Against Iona in their most recent game, the Canisius defense gave up a total of 69 points while allowing Iona to hit 46% of their shots.</p><h3>Does Marist Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Marist will be looking to extend their three-game winning streak when they take on Canisius. The Red Foxes have gone 6-3 at home this season compared to 7-6 on the road.</p>

<p>Marist has been favored in 12 of their 22 games and has gone 9-3 in those contests. They come in with an overall record of 13-9, including a 8-5 mark in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.</p><p>Marist has an ATS record of 14-8 this season, going 5-4 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Red Foxes are 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Marist games is 7-15 and today's line of 133.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (132). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 124 points compared to their season average of 127.4 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Marist offense ended with 77 points against Rider. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 45.6% and made 9 threes. Max Allen is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 11.9 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Josh Pascarelli brings a PPG average of 10.7 into the game.</p><p>The Red Foxes' defense is presently ranked 9th nationally, allowing an average of 62.2 points per contest. Marist's three-point defense is currently 80th in the country at 6.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.6% of their shots vs. Marist.</p>

Canisius Golden Griffins vs Marist Red Foxes Betting Pick & Prediction 2/16/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Rebels versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN. The game will be played at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY. The odds for this Southeastern conference game currently have Kentucky as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 164 points.</p><h3>OLE MISS REBELS VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ole Miss Rebels +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rupp Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, February 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLE MISS REBELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ole Miss at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Ole Miss Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>So far this season, Ole Miss has been a much better team at home, going 14-1 compared to 4-4 on the road. They've also been the favorite in 15 of their 23 games, going a perfect 15-0 in those matchups. As the underdog, they have a record of just 3-5.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 road games, the Rebels have gone 5-5. In their most recent game, they lost to South Carolina by a score of 68-65. On the season, they are 18-5, including a 5-5 mark in Southeastern Conference play.</p><p>As the underdog, Ole Miss has an ATS record of 4-4 this season and they are 13-10 overall. On the road, their ATS mark is 4-4 and they have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in their last three road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 164 is higher than the average over/under line in Ole Miss' games this season (142.1). So far, 17 of their games have finished with less points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 156 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Ole Miss offense concluded with only 65 points against South Carolina. Throughout the game, they made 4/10 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 50.9%. On the offensive front, the Rebels have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 143rd nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 41st in terms of percentage and 169th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At present, the Rebels' defense is nationally ranked 154th, allowing 71.4 points per game. Against South Carolina, the Rebels' defense gave up 68 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, South Carolina only made 3 free-throws.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>After losing their most recent game to Gonzaga, Kentucky now has an overall record of 16-7. In Southeastern Conference play, they have gone 6-4 compared to their non-conference record of 10-3.</p>

<p>At home this season, the Wildcats have gone 11-4, and they have an average scoring margin of +13.3 points per game. Over their last ten games at home, they have gone 7-3.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Kentucky has gone just 9-10 vs. the spread. Their ATS mark at home is 8-7 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they have a record of 4-6. In their last three home games, the Wildcats are 0-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 164 is higher than the average over/under line in Kentucky's games this year (156.6). So far, 18 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 184 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Wildcats' offense finished with 85 points, which is right in line with their current average of 89.5 points per contest. The top scorer for the Wildcats was Reed Sheppard with 21 points, while Antonio Reeves also chipped in with 17 points.</p><p>Currently, the Wildcats' defense holds the 307th rank in the nation, allowing 78.8 points per game. In their previous game vs. Gonzaga, the Bulldogs finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 89 points vs. Kentucky.</p>

Ole Miss Rebels vs Kentucky Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 2/13/24

<p>ESPN2 will be covering the 12:00 ET kickoff as the Navy Midshipmen head into Raymond James Stadium in Tampa to take on the South Florida Bulls. Navy is favored by -3.5 points on the road, with the over/under line set at 57.5 points. The Midshipmen come in with a 6-2 record, while the Bulls are 4-4 on the season.</p><h3>NAVY MIDSHIPMEN VS SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Raymond James Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Navy Midshipmen winning this one by a score of 33 to 32</li><li>Even though we like the Navy Midshipmen to win, our ATS pick is to take the South Florida Bulls at +3.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 57.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Navy Midshipmen Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Navy enters Week 11 against South Florida with a 6-2 record, already securing bowl eligibility. They are ranked 73rd in our power rankings and have a 2.3% chance of winning the American Athletic Conference. The Midshipmen are 3-1 at home and 2-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Navy’s ATS record stands at 5-2, with an average scoring margin of +12.5 points per game. As the favorite, they are 4-1 against the spread and have gone 2-0 at home in those matchups.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 57.5, the highest they’ve faced this season. Navy’s games have averaged 60.8 points, and their over/under record is 6-1, with an average line of 48.5 points.</p><p>Navy’s offense has been impressive this season, ranking 12th in our offensive power rankings and averaging 36.6 points per game, which places them 16th nationally. Their rushing attack is their strength, with 252.2 yards per game on the ground, ranking 6th in the country, and they attempt 44.2 rushes per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Blake Horvath has thrown for 1,096 yards with 10 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 110. Eli Heidenreich leads the team in rushing with 231 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry. Nathan Kent has 116 receiving yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Defensively, Navy is ranked 37th in the nation, giving up an average of 24.1 points per game. In their recent game against Rice, they allowed 24 points, surrendering 349 total yards, including 239 passing yards. Navy's defense forced one interception in the game.</p><p></p><p>Opponents are averaging 223.5 passing yards per game against Navy, completing 57.8% of their passes. On the ground, Navy is giving up 171.9 rushing yards per game, ranking 120th nationally.</p><h3>Are The South Florida Bulls Going Win In At Upset At Raymond James Stadium</h3><p>South Florida enters Week 11 against Navy with a 4-4 record, ranked 89th in our CFB power rankings. They have an 86.3% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but no shot at winning the American Athletic Conference. At home, the Bulls are 1-2, while they’ve gone 2-2 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their average scoring margin is -1.4 points per game, and they are 3-4 against the spread. South Florida is 3-1 ATS on the road but 0-3 at home. As the favorite, they’ve gone 2-1 ATS, and they’ve been favored in three of their eight games.</p> <p></p><p>The Bulls’ over/under record stands at 3-3-1, with their games averaging 56.4 points. This week’s line is set at 57.5 points, slightly below their average over/under line of 58.9 points for the season.</p><p>South Florida’s offense is averaging 27.5 points per game heading into week 11, placing them 57th in the nation. They are ranked 97th in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing game has been their strength, with 174.8 yards per game on 37.5 attempts.</p> <p>Kelley Joiner leads the Bulls’ rushing attack with 453 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored seven touchdowns. Quarterback Byrum Brown has thrown for 836 yards and has two touchdowns this season. He has not thrown an interception and has a passer rating of 82.</p><p>South Florida's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 28.9 points per game. In their recent game against Florida Atlantic, they gave up 21 points but still managed to secure a 44-21 victory. The Bulls allowed 485 total yards, including 306 passing yards.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 293.8 passing yards per game against South Florida, completing 63.3% of their passes. The defense has faced the 107th most passing attempts in the country, while allowing 144.2 rushing yards per game, ranking 75th nationally.</p>

Navy Midshipmen vs South Florida Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Chippewas and Eagles. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Eagles at George Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, MI. Get ready to place your bets! This Mid-American conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and the Eagles are favored to win at home vs. the Chippewas.</p><h3>CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS VS EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles -5</p><p>This game will be played at George Gervin GameAbove Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Central Michigan Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Central Michigan will be the underdog in this game, as they are currently 2-6 as the underdog this season. On the road, they have gone 3-6, and their average scoring margin is -16.9 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Chippewas have gone 6-8 overall, including a 1-1 record in Mid-American Conference play. In their last game, they defeated Ball State by a score of 71-65.</p><p>Central Michigan has an ATS record of 5-8 this season and they are 3-6 vs. the spread on the road. As the underdog, the Chippewas have gone 2-6 vs. the spread this year and they are just 2-8 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Central Michigan games is 5-7-1. The average scoring total in their games this season is 139.8 points, which is slightly lower than the average over/under line of 141.8. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 127 points.</p><p>Central Michigan recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 71 points against Ball State. This output exceeded their season average of 65.7 points per game. The team's top scorer is Anthony Pritchard, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 13.6, while Brian Taylor also maintains a PPG average of 12 leading up to the game.</p><p>Currently, the Chippewas' defense holds the 238th rank in the nation, allowing 75.3 points per game. Against Ball State in their most recent game, the Central Michigan defense gave up a total of 65 points while allowing Ball State to hit 41% of their shots.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Eagles?</h3><p>Eastern Michigan is 8-6 overall and 1-1 in Mid-American Conference play. They have gone 4-1 at home this season compared to 2-5 on the road. So far, the Eagles have been favored in two games, going 2-0.</p>

<p>In their last game, Eastern Michigan defeated Kent State by a score of 71-69. Over their last 10 games at home, the Eagles are 8-2, and they have won their last two games at home.</p><p>Eastern Michigan's ATS record this season is 7-4-1, which includes a 3-2 mark at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Eagles are just 3-6-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Eastern Michigan's over/under record this season is 6-5-1, and the average scoring total in their games is 146.2 points. Today's over/under line of 141.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games this season (144.6). So far, 10 of their games have had a higher over/under line than today's line of 141.5. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-1 with an average scoring total of 151 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Eastern Michigan offense tallied 71 points in a matchup against Kent State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 47.5%, and they made 6 threes. Tyson Acuff is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 22.7 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Yusuf Jihad brings a PPG average of 8.5 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Eastern Michigan defense is giving up an average of 74.1 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.9 threes per game vs. Central Michigan. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 28.2%.</p>

Central Michigan Chippewas vs Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bison and Tigers face off at 8:00 ET on None. The Tigers are hosting the game at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with Missouri being favored by -19 over Howard.</p><h3>HOWARD BISON VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison +19</p><p>This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Missouri winning straight-up, we like Howard at +19.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bison Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Howard faced a tough challenge on Monday, November 4th, as they took on the Jayhawks in an away game. The Bison entered the game as +27.5 point underdogs and ended up losing 87-57, failing to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a rough first half where they trailed 46-19, Howard managed to score 38 points in the second half while allowing 41. The total points for the game were 144, which was under the 155.5-point line.</p><p>Howard's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 57 points on 37.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they hit 36.4% of their threes, going 8-for-22 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 5 of 12 attempts, shooting 41.7%.</p> <p>Zeke Mayo led the way with 19 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Blake Harper and Hunter Dickinson each added 16 points. Flory Bidunga was perfect from the field, going 6-for-6 and grabbing 8 rebounds. Howard finished with 8 offensive rebounds and 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 60% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 67% of their two-point attempts, with 21 makes on 31 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Howard's opponent shot 50%, connecting on 11 of 22 three-pointers. They also sent them to the line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws (75%). Howard limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Missouri Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Missouri dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 83-75 to Memphis on the road. Entering the game as +3.5 point underdogs, the Tigers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Missouri led 42-32 at halftime but allowed 51 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 33. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Missouri's offense put up 75 points, shooting 45.6% from the field. They connected on 57.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.2% of their threes. Their effective field goal percentage came in at 52.6%.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, while Anthony Robinson II added 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 80% from the field. Missouri finished with 16 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, shooting 64% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Missouri's defense gave up 83 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 47% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team going 18/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tigers' defense conceded 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 23 free throws, a 79% success rate. Missouri gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Howard Bison vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Minutemen versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, WV. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and West Virginia is favored by -9 against Massachusetts in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9</p><p>This game will be played at WVU Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have West Virginia winning straight-up, we like Massachusetts at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Massachusetts Pull Off A Win at WVU Coliseum?</h3><h3>Massachusetts Minutemen Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Massachusetts opened their season with a dominant 103-74 win over New Hampshire on Monday. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -17.5 point favorites and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UMass led 49-31 at halftime and kept up the pressure in the 2nd half, outscoring the Wildcats 54-43. The game’s total points of 177 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 103 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 61%. They hit 68.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Minutemen dished out 25 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Rahsool Diggins led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 threes at a 50% clip, while Sami Pissis added 20 points, shooting 50% from downtown as well.</p><p>Massachusetts struggled defensively, giving up 74 points on 53% shooting from the field. Their interior defense was particularly vulnerable, allowing opponents to hit 68% of their two-point attempts (32/47).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Massachusetts allowed 12 threes on 35 attempts, a 34% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 11 times, where they converted 7 free throws (63%).</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>West Virginia opened their season with a decisive 87-59 win over Robert Morris on Monday. Playing at home, the Mountaineers came in as -18.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 146 narrowly exceeded the 145-point over/under line.</p> <p>West Virginia took control early, leading 46-26 at halftime. They maintained their dominance in the second half, outscoring Robert Morris 41-33 to secure the win.</p><p>West Virginia put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 55.7% from the field and hitting 42.9% from beyond the arc, making 15 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.9%, with a 73.1% success rate on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Tucker DeVries led the way with 18 points, connecting on 4 of 9 from deep. Javon Small added 15 points and 5 assists, hitting 50% of his threes. The Mountaineers finished with 16 assists and just 6 offensive rebounds, while shooting 58.3% from the free-throw line.</p><p>West Virginia's defense gave up 59 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 55% from the field, including 73% on two-point attempts (19/26). From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 15 of 35 threes, shooting 42%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the opposition went 7/12, shooting 58%. West Virginia limited them to 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Massachusetts Minutemen vs West Virginia Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Spurs and Timberwolves game? Catch the action at Target Center in Minneapolis, MN, as the Timberwolves hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 227.5 points, and the Timberwolves are favored to win at home against the Spurs.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-103 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with Anthony Edwards points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 51.2% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for San Antonio as Away Dogs</h3><p>Coming into today's game, the Spurs are 3-16 overall and are +12.5 point underdogs. Within the Western Conference, the Spurs are 3-11 and have gone 0-5 in non-conference play.</p><p>San Antonio comes in with an overall ATS record of 7-12 so far this season. San Antonio has covered the spread in two straight home games and are 4-6 ATS at home compared to 3-6 on the road.</p><p>The Spurs' offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 106 points versus the Pelicans. During the game, they attempted 39 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 45.8%. The top scorer for the Spurs was Devin Vassell with 14 points, while Jeremy Sochan also chipped in with 13 points.</p><p><p>At present, the Spurs' defense is ranked 28th, allowing 123.9 points per game.</p><p>In the terms of takeaways, Spurs are causing 16.4 turnovers per game, ranking 28th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 6th in rejections, averaging 6 blocked shots each game.</p></p><h3>Do the Timberwolves Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>In the last five games, the Timberwolves are 4-1 and have an overall record of 15-4. In the Western Conference, the Timberwolves are in 1st place and are also 1st in the Northwest division.</p><p>Minnesota has an ATS record above .500, currently standing at 10-8 against the spread. When playing on the road, the Timberwolves hold an ATS record of 3-5 in contrast to a 7-3 record against the spread when playing at home.</p><p>The Timberwolves offense is coming off a game in which they scored 123 points vs. the Hornets. Overall their field goal percentage was 51.2% while connecting on 11 threes. The top scorer for the Timberwolves was Karl-Anthony Towns with 28 points, while Rudy Gobert also added 26 to the scoreboard.</p><p><p>Minnesota's defense has been playing well, ranking 1st in the NBA with 105.9 points allowed per game.</p><p>Minnesota's defense is currently forcing 14.2 turnovers per game, which is 23rd in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 3rd in blocked shots, with an average of 6.3 rejections per game.</p></p>

San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/23

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>NHL Betting - Kings may have to answer Quick questions vs. Wild</strong></span>

During the pandemic, a lot of NHL teams have had to operate on the fly, so to speak. It has created some interesting scheduling situations, and some teams are a little behind in terms of catching up on the full slate of games.

The Los Angeles Kings, for example, have experienced a situation where they played back-to-back, and now had four days between games. The Minnesota Wild have played only eleven games thus far, and have not played a game since February 2.

These teams will lock horns at 10 05 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday night at the Staples Center.

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The Kings have not done especially well this season, with a record of 4 - 9, with three of those losses coming in extra time. Minnesota is 6 - 5. Neither of these squads is in playoff position in the West division. As you probably know, the NHL realigned itself to minimize some of the travel burden, with four teams from each of the four divisions advancing into the postseason.

Los Angeles has not been a sharp team coming out of the starting gate. In fact, they have given up 20 goals in the first period, while scoring only nine. And that is even after tallying three first period goals against San Jose in their last contest. This means, literally, that they have given up more than 1.5 goals per game in the first 20 minutes.

That is a tough thing to overcome. And although the Kings are not completely helpless offensively, with 3.08 goals-per-game, that often isn't enough.

Let's take a look at the NHL betting odds posted on this game, as they appear at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bas"><strong>BetAnySports</strong></a>:

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Money Line:</strong></span>

Minnesota Wild -135
Los Angeles Kings +115

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Total:</strong></span>

Over 5.5 Goals (-105)
Under 5.5 Goals (-115)

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Puck Line:</strong></span>

Wild -1.5 Goals (+185)
Kings +1.5 Goals (-225)

Minnesota has gone through a rather harrowing experience when it comes to Covid-19 , as they have lost four defenseman to the protocols, with another one, team captain Jared Spurgeon, out with an upper-body injury. Ryan Suter is healthy, and playing, but he may have to work with some people who would not normally be in the regular lineup.

One of them is Matt Bartkowski, who shuffles a lot between Minnesota and Iowa of the American Hockey League. There are some others who, in effect, are vastly inexperienced, and that includes Calen Addison, who makes his NHL debut on Tuesday night. In other words, this is a thin crew on defense.

With the absences of Matt Roy and Sean Walker, Los Angeles is experiencing the same thing, albeit to a lesser degree. They have had to rely an awful lot on rookies on the back line.

That might make things a bit easier for Minnesota, which we believe in high danger scoring chances in their favor during full strength situations. And they'll need that kind of boost, because we can pretty much forget about power play goals from the Wild. Unbelievably, they've converted only three of 42 chances, and the Kings have the ninth best penalty-killing unit in the NHL through their first 13 games.

The interesting angle here, aside from the first period trend for the Kings, is that there is something of a disparity in terms of the performance out of their two goaltenders. Jonathan Quick, who has been around thirteen seasons, is a two-time Stanley Cup winner and has also taken home the Conn Smythe Trophy. But he has underperformed in a big way, with a 4.05 goals-against average and .867 save percentage. Those kinds of numbers will hardly even keep him in the NHL. Meanwhile, Cal Petersen has come on pretty strong, ranking 4th in the league in Goals Saved Above aAverage.

At the moment, there is a question as to whether Quick is going to be traded. At least that is what is being bandied about in the media. Ron Hextall, the former Kings executive (and ex-NHL goaltender), who has just been named general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins, is in need of a goalie, and is said to have interest. Those two could reunite, and Quick might benefit from the change in scenery. As far as our latest information, he will be starting between the pipes on Tuesday, and that definitely affects our handicapping decision, as all six games he has started in goal have gone OVER the total.

So we're going to ride that one, and may consider that first period proposition, where the Wild are -125 favorites. But be careful, since Minnesota may get started a little slower than usual after the two-week layoff.

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Minnesota Wild vs. Los Angeles Kings NHL Pick, Prediction, and Preview 2/16/21

<p>The Cleveland Browns will be looking to remain undefeated through the preseason as they take on the winless Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Cleveland has looked very good through their first two preseason games, especially on defense. Atlanta will be looking to get their offense going as they have scored just 20 total points in the first two games.</p>



<p>Cleveland enters as 5.5 point (-110) favorites at the <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/us/"><strong>best us sportsbooks</strong></a> in this contest. These teams last played each other on November 11, 2018, when the Browns defeated the Falcons, 28-14. Cleveland is 3-2 in the last five meetings.</p>



<h2><strong>Defense Continues to Shine for Browns</strong></h2>



<p>For the second straight preseason contest, the Cleveland Browns defense allowed just 13 points, this time in a 17-13 victory over the Giants. Kyle Lauletta finished 14-23 for 152 yards. John Kelly had a big game on the ground, carrying the ball nine times for 58 yards and a touchdown. The defense held New York to 194 yards passing.</p>



<p>Cleveland has looked very good on offense in the preseason, averaging 365.0 yards per game, including 5.6 yards per play. While the ground game has been solid at 102.0 yards on average, the passing attack has been spectacular, averaging 263.0 yards per game, completing 68.4% of their attempts. Starting quarterback Baker Mayfield is expected to see a lot of action in this contest, so Cleveland could have a big day.</p>



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<p>While the offense has looked great, it has been the defense that has been stealing the show. The Cleveland defense is allowing 305.0 yards on average to the first two games, but it has been a bend but don’t break mentality. They are holding opponents to 83.0 yards per game rushing.</p>



<h2><strong>Falcons Offense Looks Better in Second Game</strong></h2>



<p>After scoring just three points in the preseason opener, Atlanta was able to put up 17 in a 37-17 loss to Miami. However, there has to be some cause for concern as the team had just three points through the first three quarters, putting up 14 in the final frame. The Falcons threw the ball just 15 times in the game, completing seven passes for 89 yards. A solid ground attack was led by Caleb Huntley, who carried the ball six times for 57 yards and a score.</p>



<p>Atlanta is averaging just 195.5 yards of total offense through the first two games, and most of that has come on the ground, where the team is averaging 152.0 yards per game. They are averaging a paltry 43.5 yards per game passing.</p>



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<p>The defense has been nothing to write home about either, allowing 333.0 yards per game. They are doing a solid job against the pass at 196.0 yards per contest, but allowing 137.0 yards on the ground per game. Emmanuel Eilerbee had eight tackles last week and looks very good.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Cleveland:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1 ATS in their last five games on the road.</li></ul>



<p><strong>Atlanta:</strong></p>



<ul><li>None</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-cleveland-browns-and-atlanta-falcons-pick"><strong>Cleveland Browns and Atlanta Falcons Pick</strong></h2>



<p>With Mayfield likely to see at least two quarters of action in this game, I look for Cleveland to blow out Atlanta. This Falcons offense looks completely lost, as they have not been able to do anything without starting quarterback Matt Ryan playing. How much time, if any, he will see on Sunday is not known, but it is not going to matter if this defense cannot do anything to stop Mayfield.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Cleveland Browns at -5.5 (-110)</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>I look for Cleveland to have a good day offensively but for Atlanta to do nothing whatsoever. The question will be whether Atlanta can put up enough points to be able to help push the total over 35.5. I do think this will be the case, regardless of how much time Ryan has on the field. Cleveland will jump out to a huge lead early in the game, then ride it out on their way to a decisive victory.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: over 35.5 at -110</strong></p>

Cleveland Browns vs. Atlanta Falcons Odds, Pick, Prediction 8/29/21

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<p>Looking to win big? The Panthers and Bulldogs face off at 7:30 ET on None. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, MS. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 149 points, and Mississippi State is favored by -21.5 vs. Georgia State.</p><h3>GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS VS MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia State Panthers +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Humphrey Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Mississippi State winning straight-up, we like Georgia State at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Georgia State Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Georgia State Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia State opened their season with a 71-66 win over Ball State on Monday. The Panthers were -3 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 27-27 tie at halftime, Georgia State outscored Ball State 44-39 in the 2nd half. The combined points of 137 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>Georgia State's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with struggles from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 11 threes for 18.2%.</p> <p>They connected on 25 of 54 two-point attempts (46.3%) and went 15 of 22 from the free-throw line (68.2%). The Panthers grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the game.</p><p>Georgia State's defense held their opponent to 66 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field on 27 of 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Panthers gave up 25 two-point baskets on 54 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia State limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 11 attempts, an 18% success rate. The Panthers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15, shooting 68%. Georgia State allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Mississippi State Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Mississippi State cruised to a 95-60 win over West Georgia on Monday, November 4th. Playing at home, the Bulldogs were -26.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points hit 155, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>After leading 40-29 at halftime, Mississippi State turned up the heat in the 2nd half, scoring 55 points while holding West Georgia to 31.</p><p>Mississippi State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a field goal percentage of 55.4%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.2%, thanks in part to their 46.7% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 30 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 62.9% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Josh Hubbard was a standout performer, scoring 26 points in 26 minutes, shooting 76.9% from the field and 85.7% from three, hitting 6 of 7 attempts. Claudell Harris Jr. added 20 points, making 6 of 10 threes, while Tamaury Releford contributed 16 points on 70% shooting.</p><p>Despite Mississippi State's defensive struggles, allowing 60 points on 55% shooting, they still managed to hold their opponent to just 60 points. The Bulldogs gave up 22 two-point baskets on 62% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's defense allowed 14 threes on 46% shooting. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they hit 9 free throws, shooting 56%. The Bulldogs gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Wednesday's matchup between the Rangers and Athletics is set to get started at 3:37 from Oakland Coliseum in Oakland. The Athletics are the slight underdog on the money line (+106), and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs. Texas comes into the game with a record of 21-16, while the Athletics are 17-20.</p>

<p>Michael Lorenzen is starting for the Rangers, and he is facing off against JP Sears for the Athletics. If you're looking where to catch this game on TV, it can be seen on NSPCA.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +106</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 3:37 ET on Wednesday, May 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RANGERS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics 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>Thanks to a 10-run 2nd inning for the Rangers' offense, they cruised to a 15-8 win over the Athletics in the most recent game of this series. Heading into the game, the Rangers were favored at -126 on the money line.</p>

<p>Oakland got on the board first in the 1st inning, scoring two runs off Rangers starter Jose Urena. He went just five innings but gave up just one run and picked up the win. Ross Stripling had a rough outing for the A's, taking the loss after going just 1 2/3 innings and giving up five runs.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Rangers were led by Marcus Semien and Jonah Heim, who each had four hits and combined for three homers and seven RBIs. Semien and Leody Taveras each scored three times for Texas' offense.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rangers are on a four-game winning streak, which has helped them take over the AL West lead. Currently, they lead the Mariners by a half-game for the division lead. So far, they are 7-8 in AL West games and have an overall record of 21-16. Texas has taken the first two games of this series vs. the Athletics.</p>

<p>At home, the Rangers are 10-9 this season and have gone 11-7 on the road. As the road favorite, the Rangers have gone 4-1 this year, and they are 12-8 as the favorite overall. Texas' overall series record is 6-4-1, and they have won three straight series.</p><p>The Rangers have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 18-19 overall. They have been especially good on the road, where they are 10-8 ATS. Texas has covered the run line in two straight games and is 8-12 ATS as the favorite and 10-7 ATS as the underdog.</p><p>When the Texas Rangers and Oakland Athletics met on Tuesday, the over/under line was set at 7.5 runs. The teams combined for 23 runs, easily surpassing the line. This was the fourth time in the Rangers' last five games that the over hit, and the sixth time in their last eight games. The over/under record for the Rangers is now 15-21 on the season, and the average over/under line in their games is 9 runs.</p><p>Michael Lorenzen and the Rangers are on the road to take on the Athletics. Lorenzen has been solid in his first 3 starts of the season, picking up a win in his last outing against the Braves. He went 6 innings and struck out 7 in that game. In his first start of the year, he went 6 innings and gave up 1 earned run.</p><p>Adolis Garcia and Marcus Semien have been the Rangers' top power threats this season, with Garcia's eight homers leading the team and Semien right behind him with six. Garcia's 29 RBIs are also the best on the team, while Semien is right behind him with 27. Both players are also hitting well for the season, with Garcia batting .271 and Semien at .266. Over his last 10 games, Nathaniel Lowe has gone 13/38 for the Rangers.</p>

<p>As a team, the Rangers are 7th in scoring at 4.9 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.6 runs per contest. Overall, they are 6th in team batting average and have the league's 9th ranked home run total. Currently, Corey Seager is on a five-game hitting streak, but he is batting just .209 over his last 10 games.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are 17-20 overall and trail the Rangers by four games in the AL West. So far, they have gone just 2-3 in divisional matchups. Oakland is on a three-game losing streak, dropping the first two games of this series vs. the Rangers. At home, the Athletics are 9-12 this year.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are 13-19 this year and 4-1 as the favorite. Oakland's overall series record is 6-4-1, and they have won three straight series. Heading into today's game, the Athletics are 6-4 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Athletics win, they tend to win big, with an average run margin of 3.1 runs per game. However, when they lose, they lose by an average of 4.2 runs per game. They are 20-17 against the run line this season, and they are 10-6 on the run line on the road. They have failed to cover the run line in three straight games at home.</p><p>Today's over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, which is lower than the Athletics' average combined run total of 8.1 runs per game this season. The over/under record for Oakland games this season is 16-20, and their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs. In games where the line has been set at 7.5 runs, the over/under record is 4-9. Overall, 56.8% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Left-hander JP Sears gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces the Rangers at home. Sears has made seven starts this year and has a record of 2-2 with a 3.89 ERA. In his 39 1/3 innings of work, he has allowed five home runs. Sears' most recent outing was a good one, as he went 6 1/3 innings vs. the Marlins, picking up the win and not allowing a run. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight outings. Sears has three quality starts this year.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Athletics offense is batting just .214, which is the 23rd best mark in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS. However, they do have the 3rd most home runs in the league and have the 5th best isolated power figure in the league. As a team, they are averaging just 3.6 runs per game.</p>

<p>Abraham Toro and Brent Rooker have been two of the Athletics' top power threats this season, with Toro batting .287 with three homers and Rooker's eight home runs being the best mark on the team and 4th best in the league. Toro has also been hot of late, going 14/32 in his last eight games. Shea Langeliers has also been a good source of power, but he is batting just .179 for the season.</p>

Texas Rangers vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 5/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Crimson versus the Midshipmen? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on None. The game will be played at Alumni Hall (Navy) in Annapolis, MD. The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Navy is favored by -1.5 against Harvard in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>HARVARD CRIMSON VS NAVY MIDSHIPMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Navy Midshipmen -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alumni Hall (Navy) at 8:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NAVY MIDSHIPMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Midshipmen.</li><li>Not only will Navy 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 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Crimson Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Harvard Crimson Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>On Monday, November 4th, Harvard opened their season with a 79-66 win over Marist at home. The Crimson were favored by 3 points going into the game and covered the spread with the 13-point victory.</p> 

<p>Harvard led 41-34 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Marist 38-32. The total points for the game reached 145, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Harvard's offense was on fire in their last game, shooting 62.5% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 70.8%. They connected on 74.2% of their two-point attempts and hit 41.2% from beyond the arc, finishing with 79 points.</p> <p>Robert Hinton led the way, shooting 75% from the field and scoring 27 points, while Josh Pascarelli added 24 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. The Crimson also shot 75% from the free-throw line and grabbed 5 offensive rebounds, with 12 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Harvard's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. The Crimson allowed a 62% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 30 of 48 shots.</p> <p>Harvard gave up 23 two-pointers on 31 attempts (74%) and 7 threes on 17 attempts (41%). They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws (75%).</p><h3>Will the Midshipmen Win at Home?</h3><p>Navy’s season opener against Saint Joseph's on Monday saw them fall 70-63 on the road. Despite being +16.5 point underdogs, the Midshipmen kept the game closer than expected. The combined points of 133 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Navy led 33-28 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 30. The Midshipmen will look to tighten up defensively as they move forward this season.</p><p>Navy's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc, finishing with 63 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.3%, and they managed 14 offensive rebounds, with 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Navy hit 81.8% of their attempts, going 9 for 11. Erik Reynolds II led the way with 29 points, connecting on 6 of 13 three-point attempts, while Austin Benigni added 23 points, shooting 50% from deep.</p><p>Navy's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 12 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 50% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Navy's opponents went 8/22, hitting 36% of their threes. Navy also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 22 free throws, a 75% rate. Navy gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Harvard Crimson vs Navy Midshipmen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

The Milwaukee Bucks have just suffered their first consecutive loss of the season, and things are not getting easier as they play back-to-back at Pepsi Center in Denver on Monday night. Back in January, the Nuggets beat the Bucks 127-115 as massive 13-point road underdogs, and they will try their best to thrash off the best team in the league once more. However, the Nuggets are not playing in a good form at the moment, so we expect to see an exciting clash in Denver on Monday.

<strong>Injuries/Suspensions</strong>

The Bucks are missing Giannis Antetokounmpo for the second straight game, as the reigning MVP is dealing with a joint capsule sprain in his left knee. Kyle Korver (back) is also out. On the other side, the Nuggets are coming in full strength.

<strong>The Line</strong>

The Nuggets opened as 4.5-point favorites with a total of 220.0 points at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">Betonline</a> and <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi/">BetDSI</a>. Considering Giannis’ absence, it’s not strange that the bookies listed Denver as a -190 money line fave.

<strong>What's at Stake?</strong>

The visitors are cruising through the Eastern Conference, so even the third straight loss will do no harm. However, the Lakers are only three games behind them in the race for the best record in the league. The Nuggets are No. 3 seed in the West, a game behind the LA Clippers and a game ahead of the fourth-seeded Utah Jazz.

<strong>The Spot</strong>

Milwaukee has dropped two straight games for the first time this season. After a 113-103 defeat at the LA Lakers as 1.5-point road dogs this past Friday, the Bucks lost at the Phoenix Suns 140-131 as 6.5-point road favorites last night. The Nuggets, on the other side, are coming off a disappointing 104-102 defeat at the Cleveland Cavaliers as 9-point favorites this past Saturday. Denver has dropped three of its previous five games overall.

<strong>The Matchup</strong>

The Bucks surrendered 140 points in Phoenix last night which tells you a lot how much they missed Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak is averaging 29.6 points, 13.7 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, but he’s also a vital part of the Bucks’ defense that is the best in the league. Milwaukee allows only 101.3 points per 100 possessions (1<sup>st</sup> in the league) on 41.1% shooting from the field (also 1<sup>st</sup>).

In that surprising road victory over the Bucks in January, the Nuggets shot 48.0% from the field while making 22 triples out of 46 attempts (47.8%). They will need another hot-shooting night to beat the Bucks, and the Nuggets also have to control the glass. The Nuggets are 19<sup>th</sup> in the league in total rebounds per game (44.3), while the Bucks lead the league with 52.0 total rebounds per contest.

On the other side of the ball, the Nuggets will have to defend the 3-point line well. Without Antetokounmpo, the Bucks will have to lean more on their shooting from deep instead of taking the ball into the paint. Still, the Bucks are fifth in the league in 3-points attempts per 100 possessions (36.5), while the Nuggets are 25<sup>th</sup> (30.7), but Denver plays at a much slower pace than the Bucks.

Milwaukee records 105.1 possessions per 48 minutes which are the most in the NBA. On the other side, the Nuggets average only 97.1 possessions per 48 minutes which are the second-fewest in the league. Denver scores 112.8 points per 100 possessions (8<sup>th</sup> in the league), while the Bucks are right behind with 112.7 points per 100 possessions.

<strong>The Bets</strong>

The Bucks could struggle with fatigue, playing their third road game in just four days. Also, they are without Giannis Antetokounmpo, so I think this is a great opportunity for the Nuggets who love to play against tough teams. Therefore, I’m backing the hosts to win and cover, and I would stick with the side bet. Denver is 15-4 SU and 12-7 ATS in its last 19 meetings with Milwaukee

Betting on the totals seems like a tricky job in this one. Unlike the Bucks, the Nuggets love to play at a slow pace and will try their best to slow down the tempo. The Bucks will miss Giannis on both sides of the ball, but they are still capable of playing good defense. Also, they should be fired up to prove it after allowing 140 points last time out. This clash could easily go either way, so I would stay away from the totals. If you like to follow betting trends, the over has hit in the previous five meetings between the Bucks and Nuggets at Pepsi Center.

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