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At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-162) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (+136) in a Western Conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 3.5 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line is set at 238.5 points.

This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento and can be seen on NBCS. The Grizzlies are 23-11 and currently 2nd in the Western Conference. The Kings are 15-19 and 12th in the West.<h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -3.5This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.<h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-114 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Road Win?</h3>Memphis improved to 23-11 on the season with a 117-112 win over the Suns on Tuesday. The Grizzlies, who were +5.5 point underdogs, not only won straight up but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 229, falling short of the 238.5 O/U line. Memphis jumped out to a 36-26 lead after the 1st quarter and extended it by halftime. The Suns made a push with a 10-0 run, but Memphis held a 91-86 lead going into the 4th quarter, where both teams scored 26 points.Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies to a win over the Suns, scoring 38 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 44.4%. Desmond Bane added 31 points, 7 assists, and 4 threes, shooting 52% overall and 50% from deep. Luke Kennard contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds, making 3 threes at a 50% clip. Jackson scored 19 of his points in the 1st quarter and added 10 more in the 4th. Bane put up 13 points in the 2nd quarter, while Jaylen Wells scored 8 of his 11 points in the same period. As a team, the Grizzlies made 15 threes, shooting 34.1% from beyond the arc and 42.6% overall.Defensively, the Grizzlies gave up 112 points to the Suns but managed to hold them to just 26 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, helping secure the win. Memphis allowed Phoenix to shoot 45% from the field. The Grizzlies did a great job defending the three, with the Suns hitting only 9 threes at a 30% rate. Memphis also recorded 10 steals and 6 blocks in the game.<h3>Will the Kings Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3>The Kings improved to 15-19 on the season with a 113-107 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. Sacramento, playing at home, was favored by 6.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 220.5, with 220 combined points. Sacramento took control with a 10-0 run, turning a 54-47 deficit into a 57-54 lead. After falling behind 89-80 going into the 4th quarter, the Kings dominated the final period, outscoring the 76ers 33-18 to secure the win.De'Aaron Fox led the Kings to a win over the 76ers, scoring 35 points on 81.2% shooting. He added 14 points in the 4th quarter. Malik Monk contributed 10 of his 20 points in the final period. The Kings shot 48.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29% with 9 made threes. DeMar DeRozan added 18 points, and Domantas Sabonis chipped in 17.Despite allowing 107 points on 47% shooting from the field, the Kings' defense came up big in the 4th quarter, holding the 76ers to just 18 points to secure the win. Sacramento gave up 30 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 3rd but tightened up when it mattered most. The Kings allowed 15 made threes at a 37% clip and sent the 76ers to the line 14 times, where they hit 12 free throws. Sacramento finished with 31 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and added 11 steals and 4 blocks.

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Looking to win big? The Lions and Gaels face off at 11:00 ET on ESPN2. The Gaels are hosting the game at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 134.5 points, and Saint Mary's is favored by -14.5 to win at home against Loyola Marymount.<h3>LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Loyola Marymount Lions +14.5This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 11:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.<h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Mary's winning straight-up, we like Loyola Marymount at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Lions Chances on the Road</h3>Loyola Marymount fell to 8-7 on the season after a 96-68 home loss to Gonzaga on Saturday. The Lions entered the game as +16 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 164 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 152.5. LMU trailed 46-28 at halftime and allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40.Loyola Marymount managed just 68 points in their last game, shooting 38.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 24 attempts, and went 18 for 25 from the free-throw line, good for 72%. Graham Ike and Khalif Battle were standouts, with Ike scoring 27 points on 12 of 16 shooting and Battle adding 26 points, hitting 10 of 12 shots, including 4 of 5 from three-point range. Will Johnston also knocked down 4 of 5 from deep, finishing with 18 points.Despite Loyola Marymount's defensive efforts, they gave up 96 points in their last game, even while holding their opponent to 38% shooting overall. The Lions limited them to 41% on two-point attempts, with 13 makes on 31 tries. From beyond the arc, Loyola Marymount's defense saw their opponent hit 8 of 24 threes, a 33% clip. They also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 72%. The Lions allowed 8 offensive rebounds.<h3>Can the Gaels Lock in a Home Win?</h3>Saint Mary’s improved to 12-3 on the season with an 81-58 win over Portland on Saturday. The Gaels, who were -18 favorites, covered the spread in the victory. Leading 28-19 at halftime, Saint Mary’s exploded for 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The game’s total points of 139 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.Saint Mary's put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field and 38.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they hit 68.4% of their free throws, going 13-for-19 from the line. The Gaels grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and dished out 20 assists. Augustas Marciulionis led the way with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, hitting 3-of-6 from deep. Jordan Ross and Max Mackinnon each connected on 50% of their 3-point attempts, with Ross adding 14 points and Mackinnon contributing 12.Saint Mary's Gaels put on a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 37% shooting from the field. They limited their opponent's two-point attempts, allowing just 13 made shots on 34 tries, a 38% shooting rate. From beyond the arc, Saint Mary's gave up 7 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 35% from deep. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 78%. The Gaels allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.

Loyola Marymount Lions vs Saint Mary's Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

At 12:00 ET, it's a week 1 NCAAF battle between the Wildcats and Tigers at EverBank Stadium. Don't miss it on ESPN as the game takes place on Friday, December 29th. Clemson is set to take on the Wildcats in this non-conference matchup, and they are favored by 7 points on the road. Read on for my thoughts and betting angles.<h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Kentucky Wildcats +7This game will be played at EverBank Stadium at 12:00 ET on Friday, December 29th.<h3>WHY BET THE KENTUCKY WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 27-22 in favor of Clemson.</li><li>Even though we have Clemson winning straight-up, we like Kentucky at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 47 points, and we like the over with a projected 49 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Clemson Secure a Road Victory?</h3>So far, the Clemson Tigers are 8-4, including going 2-2 on the road and 5-0 at home.Against the spread, Clemson has gone 6-3 this season. The Tigers have been favored eight times compared to one game as the underdog.So far this season, the average over/under line for Clemson's games has been 51.2 points. The Tigers have an over/under record of 3-6 heading into this week's game.Heading into their matchup vs. Kentucky, the Tigers' offense is averaging 181.9 rushing yards per game, along with 4 yards per attempt. They currently hold the 41st rank in rushing yards and 67th rank in passing yards, amassing an average of 225.4 yards per game. In terms of scoring, Clemson is at 29.2 points per game, which is 49th in the NCAA.The Clemson defense holds the 67th position in points allowed, allowing 19.9 points per game. Teams have an average of 162.2 passing yards per game against them (17th nationally). In terms of rushing, they've given up 116.7 rushing yards, placing them 38th in college football.<h3>Do the Wildcats Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3>The Kentucky Wildcats take on the Clemson with a 7-5 record, including 3-2 on the road and 3-3 at home.Against the spread, Kentucky has gone 6-5 this season. The Wildcats have been favored six times compared to five games as the underdog.So far this season, Kentucky boasts an over/under record of 8-3. On average, their matchups have resulted in a combined score of 53.4 points, while the average over/under line has been 48.3 points.The Wildcats' heads into the game, averaging 131.1 rushing yards per game and 5 yards per attempt. Overall, they're 95th in rushing yards and 95th in passing yards at 203.8 yards per contest. Kentucky is averaging 28.6 points per game, which is 51st in the nation.The Wildcats defense heads into this week's matchup with 27 sacks and sitting 1st in QB hurries. So far, they've allowed 24.8 points per game (93rd). In the pass defense department, they're 117th nationally, giving up 238.6 passing yards per game. Additionally, when it comes to defending the run, Kentucky's defense is allowing 114.6 rushing yards per contest.

Clemson Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction TaxSlayer Gator Bowl

Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolfpack and Demon Deacons. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on CW, and it's hosted by the Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Coliseum in Winston-Salem, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Wake Forest is favored by -5.5 vs. North Carolina State in a Atlantic Coast conference matchup.<h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Wake Forest Demon Deacons -5.5This game will be played at Lawrence Joel Coliseum at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.<h3>WHY BET THE WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Demon Deacons.</li><li>Not only will Wake Forest pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wolfpack Make it Happen on the Road?</h3>NC State’s season record dropped to 8-5 after a 70-67 road loss to Virginia on Tuesday. The Wolfpack entered the game as +1 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 137 went over the pre-game O/U line of 122.5. NC State led 39-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 41 to Virginia.In their latest game, NC State put up 67 points, shooting 44.4% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They connected on 8 of 23 three-point attempts, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc, and hit 73.3% of their free throws, going 11 for 15 at the line. The Wolfpack also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Elijah Saunders led the way with 22 points, shooting 7 of 9 from the field. Isaac McKneely and Jayden Taylor each added 14 points, with McKneely hitting 4 threes, and Andrew Rohde contributed 11 points and 7 assists, making 2 of 3 from downtown.North Carolina State's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 70 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 60% from two-point range, with 17 made baskets on 28 attempts. From beyond the arc, NC State's defense allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9 shots (75%). Despite the defensive struggles, NC State limited their opponent to just 3 offensive rebounds.<h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Wake Forest?</h3><h3>Wake Forest Demon Deacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

Wake Forest improved to 10-4 on the season with an 81-71 road win over Syracuse on Tuesday, December 31st. The Demon Deacons entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5. 

Wake Forest led 36-34 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Syracuse 45-37.Wake Forest put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field. They connected on 47.4% of their threes, hitting 9 of 19 attempts, and shot 76.9% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 26. Hunter Sallis led the way with 23 points, though he shot just 38.9% overall. Lucas Taylor and Jaquan Carlos each added 16 points, with Taylor hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Cameron Hildreth was perfect from three, going 2 for 2, and Kyle Cuffe Jr. struggled, shooting 2 for 14 overall and 1 for 8 from three.Wake Forest's defense held their opponent to 71 points, limiting them to 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 16 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 47% success rate. From beyond the arc, Wake Forest's defense was effective, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting percentage. The opponent also went 24/32 from the free-throw line, shooting 75%. Wake Forest allowed 15 offensive rebounds.

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

The Runnin' Rebels and Broncos are set to face off at 10:30 ET on FS1. The Broncos will host the game at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and Boise State is favored by -7.5 to win at home against UNLV.<h3>UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS VS BOISE STATE BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: UNLV Runnin' Rebels +7.5This game will be played at ExtraMile Arena at 10:30 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.<h3>WHY BET THE UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Even though we have Boise State winning straight-up, we like UNLV at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Rebels Pull Off a Road Win?</h3>UNLV improved to 9-5 on the season with a 79-73 home win over San Jose State on Saturday. The Runnin' Rebels entered the game as -10.5 point favorites but didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5. UNLV seemed to be in control after leading 44-26 at halftime, but they allowed San Jose State to score 47 points in the 2nd half while only putting up 35 points themselves.UNLV put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-13, and connected on 68.2% of their free throws, making 15 of 22 attempts. Josh Uduje led the way with 18 points, while Dedan Thomas Jr. added 17 points and 6 assists. Sadraque NgaNga contributed 11 points and a team-high 11 rebounds, hitting 2-for-2 from three-point range.UNLV's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they conceded 23 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents. From beyond the arc, the Runnin' Rebels allowed 6 threes on 13 attempts, with the other team hitting 46% of their shots. UNLV also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15 for a 68% rate. The Rebels gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.<h3>Can Boise State Secure a Home Victory?</h3>Boise State fell to 10-4 on the season after a 76-68 loss to San Diego State on Saturday. The Broncos, who were -4 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5. Boise State trailed 33-32 at halftime and couldn’t turn things around in the 2nd half, where they were outscored 43-36 by the Aztecs.Boise State struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 23.3% of their three-point attempts (7/30), contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 37.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, but they found success inside, shooting 56.5% on two-point attempts (13/23). At the free-throw line, the Broncos were strong, connecting on 84% of their attempts (21/25). Miles Byrd led the way with 22 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep and shooting 53.3% overall. Chris Lockett Jr. added 16 points, knocking down 3 of 8 from three-point range.Despite Boise State's strong defensive effort, they allowed 76 points in their last game. The Broncos held their opponent to just 37% shooting from the field, with 20 made baskets on 53 attempts. Boise State's defense was particularly effective from beyond the arc, where they limited their opponent to 7/30 shooting, or 23%. However, their opponent capitalized at the free-throw line, hitting 21 of 25 attempts for 84%.

UNLV Runnin' Rebels vs Boise State Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

Week 11 of the 2020 NFL season started with a tremendous NFC West showdown between Seattle and Arizona on Thursday Night Football, while Sunday brings more exciting picks and markets to the bettors with 12 games on the schedule.   

Monday Night Football will see another marquee NFC clash, as Tampa Bay welcomes the LA Rams, so I’ve prepared the best NFL betting picks for the next few days along with the latest odds update on <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi/">BetDSI</a>.  

Philadelphia Eagles at Cleveland Browns (-3.0)

Since 2000, the Philadelphia Eagles have won five straight matchups with the Cleveland Browns. In their previous duel, the Eagles beat the Browns 29-10 on September 11, 2016. However, things have changed lately, and the Browns enter this game with a 6-3 record, while the Eagles are 3-5-1 on the season. 

Therefore, the Browns opened as 3-point favorites in this one, but I’m backing the Eagles to keep it close and cover. Both teams desperately need a win, and I expect to see a hard-fought battle decided by a field goal down the stretch. 

Nick Chubb returned from a knee injury last weekend, and the Browns marked it with a 10-7 home victory over Houston. Cleveland will continue to lean heavily on its ground game. The Browns are posting 159.0 rushing yards per contest (3rd in the NFL), and with Chubb and Kareem Hunt in the backfield, you cannot ask for more.  

Although Philadelphia surrenders 133.0 rushing yards per game (26th), the Eagles should have enough offensive weapons to keep it close. After two straight wins over the Giants 22-21 and Cowboys 23-9, the Eagles suffered a 27-17 defeat at the Giants this past weekend, and Carson Wentz finished the game without a TD pass. 

Philadelphia is still topping the NFC East despite its poor record. The Eagles have been pretty unpredictable thus far, showing awful displays against mediocre teams and battling bravely against the heavyweights. The Browns are probably somewhere in the middle, and they will miss their best defensive player Myles Garrett due to the COVID-19. 

Both Phila and Cleveland are 3-6 ATS this term. The Browns are 0-4 ATS in their last four outings and 2-4 ATS in their previous six games at home, while the Eagles are 3-3 ATS in their last six showings on the road. 

Week 11 Best Bet: Philadelphia Eagles +3.5 (-120) 

Tennessee Titans at Baltimore Ravens (-5.0)

I got burnt on Baltimore in Week 10, as Lamar Jackson and his teammates continued with a disappointing performance in 2020. The Ravens allowed 173 rushing yards in a 23-17 defeat at the New England Patriots, showing once again they are incapable of overcoming a deficit. 

I’m pretty sure the Titans will attack the Ravens on the ground, too. Derrick Henry will torture Baltimore’s run D, while the Ravens will try to do the same thing with the Titans’ defense. 

However, the Titans have some serious problems in their secondary. Their run D allows 120.7 yards per game (17th in the NFL), while the Titans surrender a whopping 277.4 passing yards per contest (28th). 

The Ravens’ passing game has been terrible thus far. They are 31st in the league in passing yards per contest (184.1), so the Titans should improve defensively in this one and keep it within a touchdown. 

Both Tennessee and Baltimore enter Week 11 with a 6-3 record and desperately need a win to stay in the playoff picture. I expect to see a tight battle and would be surprised if someone wins by eight or more points. 

Also, this is the rematch of last season’s AFC divisional round when the Titans upset the Ravens 28-12 as 10-point road underdogs. Tennessee is 6-4 SU and 6-3-1 ATS in its previous ten encounters with Baltimore. 

Week 11 Best Bet: Tennessee Titans +7.0 (-163) 

Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders (+7.0)

The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off a bye, fresh and ready to get payback against the Las Vegas Raiders and improve to 9-1 on the season. The reigning champs suffered their lone defeat in Week 5 when the Raiders beat them 40-32 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. 

Since then, the Chiefs have won four straight games. They’ve had some problems to outlast Carolina last time out, 33-31, but the Chiefs still look like the best team in football. Patrick Mahomes has tossed for nine touchdowns over the last two outings, and the 25-year-old signal-caller has 25 TD passes and just one interception in 2020. 

On the other side, the Raiders are riding a three-game win streak following a 37-12 victory to the Denver Broncos in Week 10. Their defense has improved, but Las Vegas is still allowing 26.8 points per contest (19th in the NFL). Also, their secondary yields 264.9 passing yards per game (25th), and I expect Mahomes to dominate this clash. 

Last season, the Chiefs dismantled the Raiders twice, 28-10 in Oakland and 40-9 in Kansas City. They are 10-2 SU and 8-4 ATS in the last 12 meetings with the Raiders, though these two AFC West foes meet in Las Vegas for the first time. 

After three straight wins, I expect to see some regression by the Raiders. They have one of the best RBs in the league in Josh Jacobs, but their defensive unit and the offensive line will struggle against the reigning champs. 

Week 11 Best Bet: Kansas City Chiefs -6.5 (-120) 

Los Angeles Rams at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-4.0)

The Rams are 6-3 on the season exclusively thanks to their terrific defense. LA surrenders only 18.7 points per game (2nd in the league) on 96.8 rushing yards (5th) and 199.7 passing yards (3rd). 

You won’t find much better defensive units this season, but the Buccaneers are doing a solid job. Tampa allows 22.6 points (8th) on 76.6 rushing yards (1st) and 223.7 passing yards (9th). 

Hereof, both teams should have problems to put numbers on the scoreboard, but I think Jared Goff will struggle more than Tom Brady, while I also trust the Bucs’ ground game more. Also, the Bucs were humiliated by the Saints in their previous outing at Raymond James Stadium, so I’m looking for a bounce-back performance. 

Last weekend, the Bucs thrashed off Carolina 46-23 as 6-point road favorites. They have so many dangerous weapons on the offensive side of the ball, and I cannot say the same thing about the Rams. LA beat Seattle 23-16 last weekend, but this time, the Rams will face off against a much better defensive team than the hapless Seahawks. 

The Rams are 1-3 straight up following a straight-up win and 0-3 ATS following an ATS victory. Also, the Rams are 1-3 ATS in their last four outings on the road. LA is 5-1 SU and ATS in its last six encounters with Tampa, but the Buccaneers are a completely different team this year.  

Week 11 Best Bet: Tampa Bay Buccaneers -2.5 (-163) 

Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings (-7.0)

Kirk Cousins just recorded his first Thursday Night Football victory, as the Minnesota Vikings extended their winning streak to three games. They beat the Chicago Bears 19-13 in Week 10, so the Vikings’ playoff hopes are alive. 

Minnesota will look to stay on the winning path Sunday against Dallas, and the Vikings are 8-3 SU and 10-1 ATS in their last 11 meetings with the Cowboys. Also, the Vikings went 5-1 SU and 6-0 ATS in their previous six home encounters with Dallas. 

Let’s make this clear. I don’t trust Kirk Cousins at all. He’s second in the league in interceptions (11) and rarely plays well under pressure. Also, the Vikings’ defense is poor, allowing 27.4 points per contest (23rd in the NFL). But during their win streak, the Vikings have been yielding only 18.3 points per outing. 

They beat Green Bay 28-22, Detroit 34-20, and Chicago 19-13, and Dalvin Cook scored six touchdowns in that span. The 25-year-old RB has had four games with 130-plus rushing yards in his last six outings, and the Cowboys are allowing a whopping 157.0 rushing yards per game (31st). 

Andy Dalton will return under center for the Cowboys, but he’s played poorly since Dak Prescott’s injury, tossing for a TD and three interceptions. Furthermore, Ezekiel Elliott has been a complete disaster with no scores and three fumbles over his last four games. 

With so many problems on both sides of the ball, the Cowboys could have a long day in Minneapolis, especially if Dalvin Cook put on a strong performance. On the other hand, the Boys are still alive in the playoff chase despite a 2-7 record, so they will have a huge motive to upset the odds. 

Still, the 4-5 Vikings desperately need a win, too.  

Week 11 Best Bet: Minnesota Vikings -4.5 (-163)

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First pitch is set for 6:40 PM ET at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, OH. The Brewers are the slight underdogs in this one, coming in at -106 on the money line compared to the Reds at -114.

On the mound for the Brewers is Aaron Ashby, while the Reds are countering with Graham Ashcraft. The over/under line is set at 9 runs, with the over paying out at -115 compared to the under at -106.<h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS MILWAUKEE BREWERS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Cincinnati Reds Moneyline -114This game will be played at Great American Ball Park at 6:40 ET on Monday, April 8th.<h3>HOW TO BET THE BREWERS VS REDS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Reds winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3>The Brewers closed out their series with the Mariners by picking up a 12-4 win. This game was all Brewers from the start, as they scored three runs in the 1st inning and added another three in the 2nd. The Mariners pulled to within three runs after scoring two in the 9th, but the Brewers offense was able to close things out.

Colin Rea had a good start for the Brewers, giving up just one earned run in his six innings of action. He also struck out three Mariners batters in the outing. Offensively, William Contreras went 4/5 with two homers and five RBIs. Willy Adames only had one hit, but he drove in a run with his home run.The Brewers will be sending Aaron Ashby to the mound today against the Reds. He's eager to kick off his season with a solid performance, marking his debut for the year.Looking at the Brewers' player prop projections for today, we see Rhys Hoskins has the top odds to hit a home run for the team, as his home run projection is 8th best in the league today. Christian Yelich is not far behind, as his home run projection is 13th in the league. Willy Adames and Jake Bauers also have solid odds to hit a home run, as they both have the 13th best odds in the league today.<h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3>The Reds closed out their series vs. the Mets with a tough 3-1 loss. This game was closer than the final score indicates, as the Reds were only losing 1-0 heading into the 9th before the Mets scored twice in their half of the 9th. Cincinnati's offense was able to scratch across one run in the bottom of the 9th, but it wasn't enough to pull off the comeback.

Andrew Abbott was handed the loss but pitched well for the Reds, giving up just two earned runs and seven hits in his five innings of action. He also struck out four Mets batters and allowed one home run. Despite finishing with a total of three hits, the Reds didn't have a single batter finish with more than one hit.Getting the start for the Reds today is Graham Ashcraft. He is coming off a loss in his first start of the season, where he went 6 innings and gave up 3 runs on 4 hits. Ashcraft did strike out 5 batters in that outing, but he did serve up a home run.If you're looking for some Reds players to bet on in terms of player props, we have Santiago Espinal as our top projected hitter in terms of total hits. His total hits projection is 18th best in the league today. Christian Encarnacion-Strand is our top projected Reds player in terms of hitting a home run, as his home run projection is 7th best in the league today. Jeimer Candelario has the 11th best odds in terms of hitting a home run today.

Milwaukee Brewers vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction 4/8/24

We’ve got another UFC Fight Night on tap this weekend as the MMA promotion returns to the Apex in Las Vegas. The premier event is a battle between Mackenzie Dern and Angela Hill as they both try to rise on the women’s side. Let’s take a look at that bout along with the odds at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports/">BetAnySports.eu</a> as well as two others that might offer some betting value.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill</h2>



Odds At BetAnySports.eu: Dern -190



The main event and most anticipated fight of the night will be the Mackenzie Dern and Angela Hill showdown. Dern won 11 out of her first 12 fights but is coming into this bout after losing two of her previous three. There’s no question that we’ve seen her reach peak performance when bringing opponents to the ground and taking it from there. Taking opponents down has been a struggle lately and it’s resulted in her relying upon her stand-up game instead. That hasn’t worked out as well.



As for Hill, she’s been an overall force in the strawweight division for some time now. Hill will likely prefer to keep Dern standing up and take advantage of her talents from there. We’ve also seen Hill take down Loopy Godinez and Emily Ducote to end off her 2022 year.



Dern is a mid-size favorite here as she’s expected to dictate the pace. However, it feels like there could be some value with Hill.



Pick: Hill via Decision



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Edmen Shahbazyan vs. Anthony Hernandez</h2>



Odds At BetAnySports.eu: Hernandez -300



Edmen Shahbazyan took a year off from fighting after he suffered three straight losses. Since his return, though, he was able to get a second-round stoppage against Dalcha Lungiambula in December. This fight can help him get some more momentum. Remember, he started his UFC career 4-0, so he’s trying to get back to that success.



Anthony Hernandez has lost two of his first three bouts but has won three straight since that moment. That difference in momentum between the two fighters is why Hernandez is a big favorite here.



Two of his recent wins were submission victories against difficult opponents. Don’t be surprised if he picks up another one in this spot.



Pick: Hernandez via Submission



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-andre-fialho-vs-joaquin-buckley">Andre Fialho vs. Joaquin Buckley</h2>



Odds At BetAnySports.eu: Buckley -240



Andre Fialho and Joaquin Buckley have the potential to be earn Fight of the Night honors. Fialho has gone the distance in his last four fights, winning two of them. However, those two losses happen to be his last two fights, so he’s in a bit of a slump.



Buckley, on the other hand, is going to be appearing in the welterweight division for the very first time. He’s lost the last two fights before this with one of them being a knockout loss to Chris Curtis in the middleweight division. Going into a different weight class for the first time makes this an interesting battle for him.



With how these fighters compete, there’s a chance we don’t see this one going the distance. Fialho is a very entertaining fighter and his fights don’t usually last long. That could be because he’s earning the win or a quick loss, though. He takes a whopping 6.22 strikes per minute, so that doesn’t seem like it will work well against a powerful bruiser like Buckley.



Buckley is probably going to come away with the win but the better bet is that this fight does not go the distances. Someone will find their way to a finish rather early as the two dish out and take plenty of damage right off the bat.



Pick: Fight Will Not Go The Distance

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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

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There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

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Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Devils and Kraken. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The Devils are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Kraken. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.<h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.<h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Kraken.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+162)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for New Jersey?</h3>New Jersey fell to 24-15-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark. 

The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames scored all three of their goals. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. This marks the 19th time this season they’ve been held scoreless. New Jersey struggled with giveaways, recording 19 in the game. After a scoreless first and second period, the Flames scored three times in the third.Defensively, the Devils held strong through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils' defense also had 5 takeaways and 22 hits.<h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3>Seattle's 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped their record to 17-20-3. The Kraken entered as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark. 

Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, and Seattle’s offense couldn’t respond. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but failed to find the net.Seattle's offense struggled in their latest game, failing to score on 23 shots on goal. They were shut out for the first time this season and recorded 19 giveaways. Despite their efforts, the Kraken couldn't find the net in any period, including on their power play opportunities. The game ended in a 2-0 loss to Boston.Defensively, the Kraken will look to bounce back after giving up two early goals in their last game against the Bruins. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits. However, they allowed the first two goals, with the second coming on a power play at 10:03 in the first period.

New Jersey Devils vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

At 10:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to San Francisco to take on the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors are favored by 9.5 points and are currently 8th in the Western Conference. The Heat are 9th in the East and have lost three straight.

This non-conference matchup will be played at Chase Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line for this game is 218.<h3>MIAMI HEAT VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Miami Heat +9.5This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.<h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 111-104 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Heat Grab a Win on the Road?</h3>Miami fell to 17-17 on the season after a 123-118 loss to the Kings on Monday. The Heat entered the game as +4 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 241 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 217.5. Miami started strong, leading 28-23 after the 1st quarter, but a 27-19 2nd quarter by the Kings put them behind. The Heat responded with a dominant 31-18 3rd quarter, going on an 11-0 run to take the lead from 76-68 to 79-76. However, they couldn’t hold on, as Sacramento outscored them 34-24 in the 4th quarter.In the Heat's 123-118 loss to the Kings, Tyler Herro led the way with 26 points, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip. Miami struggled from deep, shooting just 26.2% with 11 made threes, and finished the game with a 42.2% overall field goal percentage. Herro scored 12 points in the 1st quarter, while Terry Rozier and Bam Adebayo each contributed 18 points. Jaime Jaquez added 8 of his 16 points in the 4th quarter, and Haywood Highsmith scored 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd.The Heat put together a strong defensive effort in the 1st and 3rd quarters but struggled in the 4th, giving up 34 points in a 123-118 loss to the Kings. Overall, Miami held Sacramento to 41% shooting from the field. From beyond the arc, the Heat limited the Kings to 13 made threes on 34% shooting. Miami sent Sacramento to the line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws. The Heat finished with 14 steals and 6 blocks.<h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Warriors?</h3>The Warriors fell to 18-17 on the season after a 129-99 home loss to the Kings on Sunday. Golden State, who were -3.5 point favorites, not only lost outright but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 228, narrowly surpassing the pre-game line of 225. Golden State found themselves in a hole early, trailing 36-21 after the 1st quarter. They made a push with an 11-0 run, closing the gap to 40-39, but Sacramento pulled away again, leading 105-75 going into the 4th quarter. The teams played to a 24-24 tie in the final period.In their 129-99 loss to the Kings, the Warriors struggled offensively, with Stephen Curry leading the way with 26 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field and hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate. Andrew Wiggins added 18 points, while Moses Moody contributed 13 points, knocking down 3 threes at 50% efficiency. Golden State made just 12 threes, shooting 34.3% from deep and 45.7% overall. Curry scored 15 points in the 2nd quarter, while Moody added 7 points in the 4th.Defensively, the Warriors struggled against the Kings, giving up 129 points on 51% shooting. Sacramento scored 36 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 2nd, putting Golden State in a deep hole. The Warriors allowed 30 points in the 3rd before holding the Kings to 24 in the 4th. Golden State had a tough time defending the three, as the Kings hit 19 threes at a 44% clip. Sacramento also went 20/22 from the free-throw line. The Warriors allowed 10 offensive rebounds but came up with 10 steals and 3 blocks.

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Today at 2:30 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-14) will travel to take on the Dallas Mavericks (19-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 5 points and have won their last two games, while the Timberwolves have lost three straight.

This Western Conference matchup can be seen on ABC.<h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -5This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 2:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.<h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-123 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Minnesota?</h3>The Timberwolves fell to 14-14 on the season after a 117-104 road loss to the Hawks on Monday. Minnesota, favored by 3 points, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 221, just under the 223.5 O/U line. Minnesota’s game was a rollercoaster. After a 12-0 run by Atlanta early, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. However, after entering the 4th quarter with an 85-82 lead, Minnesota was outscored 35-19 in the final period.In their 117-104 loss to the Hawks, the Timberwolves shot 42.9% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 32.6%. They connected on 14 threes overall. Naz Reid led the way with 23 points, scoring 10 in the 3rd quarter. Julius Randle added 19 points, with 9 coming in the 3rd, while Anthony Edwards finished with 16 points, 7 of which came in the 1st and 3rd quarters.Defensively, the Timberwolves had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Hawks to just 17 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 4th, allowing 35 points in each. Overall, they gave up 117 points on 53% shooting from the field. Minnesota also had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. The Timberwolves sent the Hawks to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 12 steals and 3 blocks.<h3>Can Dallas Secure a Home Victory?</h3>With a 132-108 win over the Trail Blazers on Monday, the Mavericks improved to 19-10 on the season. Dallas, who were -13 point favorites, covered the spread with the 24-point victory. The total score of 240 points went over the pre-game line of 230.5. After trailing 31-28 at the end of the 1st quarter, Dallas took control by outscoring Portland 34-22 in the 2nd quarter and 40-23 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th quarter with a 102-76 lead, the Mavericks coasted to the win despite being outscored 32-30 in the final period.The Mavericks shot 53.3% from the field in their win over the Trail Blazers, with Luka Doncic leading the way with 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. Daniel Gafford was perfect from the field, scoring 23 points, while Kyrie Irving added 20 points, hitting 2 threes at 33.3%. Dallas made 12 threes as a team, shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc. Gafford was a force in the 3rd quarter, scoring 12 points, while Doncic added 10 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.Despite a shaky 1st quarter where they allowed 31 points, the Mavericks tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up just 22 and 23 points, respectively, in their 132-108 win over the Trail Blazers. Dallas struggled again in the 4th, allowing 32 points, but their strong middle quarters helped secure the victory. The Mavericks were particularly effective at defending the three, holding Portland to just 8 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Blazers to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws. Dallas finished with 10 steals and 4 blocks.

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