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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Fightin' Blue Hens? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center in Newark, DE. In this non-conference matchup, Bryant is favored by -1.5 against Delaware. The over/under for the game is 157.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center at 6:30 ET on Monday, November 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Fightin' Blue Hens.</li><li>Not only will Delaware pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulldogs Defense Show Up in Newark?</h3><h3>Bryant Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs cruised to an 87-64 win over Buffalo on Thursday, November 14th. Bryant, who were -6.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game were 151, falling short of the O/U line of 163.5.</p> 

<p>Bryant dominated the first half, leading 50-25 at the break. Although they allowed 39 points in the second half, they still managed to score 37 points to seal the win.</p><p>Bryant put up 87 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, with two-point shooting at 39.6% (21/53) and three-point shooting at 37% (10/27).</p> <p>The Bulldogs grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists. Ryan Sabol led the team with 17 points, while Rafael Pinzon added 15, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Bryant's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 64 points. The Bulldogs allowed a 35% shooting performance, with 19 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>Bryant gave up 13 two-point baskets on 25 attempts (52%) and 6 three-pointers on 28 attempts (21%). Their opponent also went 20/30 from the free-throw line (66%). The Bulldogs limited offensive rebounds, allowing just 5.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Fightin' Blue Hens?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Delaware picked up a 64-58 road win over Iona on Tuesday, November 12th. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hens not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>The Blue Hens led 30-18 at halftime but allowed Iona to score 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The combined points of 122 fell well below the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Delaware's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 38.5% on two-point attempts. They connected on 35% of their threes, hitting 7 of 20, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. The Blue Hens managed 8 assists and 10 offensive rebounds, while shooting 76.5% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Dejour Reaves and Yaphet Moundi led the team with 16 points each, with Moundi also grabbing 18 rebounds and shooting 75% from the floor. Niels Lane and Tahron Allen added 14 points apiece, with Allen hitting both of his three-point attempts and shooting 54.5% overall.</p><p>Delaware's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 18/51, a 35% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Delaware's defense was even more effective, with the opponent hitting only 4 of 22 threes, an 18% clip. They also struggled at the free-throw line, making just 10 of 22 attempts.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Raiders game? Catch the action at The HTC Center in Conway, SC, as the Raiders hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Princeton is the -6.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Wright State. The over/under for the game is set at 152 points.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wright State Raiders +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Wright State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Tigers Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers picked up a 68-57 win over Merrimack on Sunday, November 17th, in an away game. Princeton, who entered as -5.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The combined points for the game were 125, falling short of the O/U line of 137.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 35-33 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half. They scored 35 points while holding Merrimack to just 22 points after the break.</p><p>Princeton put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%. They hit 45.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 22 attempts, and shot 59.3% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 24 points, while Caden Pierce added 18 points and 9 rebounds. Dalen Davis contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range. Princeton finished with 15 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Princeton's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, allowing them to shoot 37% from the field on 21 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent connected on 14 of 26 shots, good for 53% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's defense was particularly effective, limiting their opponent to 7 of 30 shooting, or 23%. The opponent also went 8 of 10 from the free-throw line, hitting 80% of their attempts. Princeton gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Raiders Chances at Home</h3><h3>Wright State Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wright State dropped their latest game to Toledo on Wednesday, falling 86-77 on the road. Entering the game as +7.5 point underdogs, the Raiders not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-33 at halftime, Wright State scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 45. The game’s total points of 163 narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 161.5.</p><p>Wright State put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.2%, with a strong 56.9% shooting inside the arc. However, they struggled from deep, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts for 25%.</p> <p>Brandon Noel led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the floor. Sonny Wilson added 20 points, connecting on 7 of 9 shots, while Isaiah Adams contributed 18 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Wright State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 56% shooting from the field. Their opponents found success inside, hitting 59% of their two-point attempts, going 26/44.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wright State allowed 6 threes on 13 attempts, a 46% shooting clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws (69%). The Raiders gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Lions and Beacons are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Beacons will host the game at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Valparaiso as the -10.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>LINDENWOOD LIONS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Lindenwood Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions picked up a 75-74 win over the Skyhawks on Sunday, November 17th. Lindenwood was a +2 underdog going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-35 at halftime, the Lions outscored Stonehill 40-38 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the O/U line of 136.</p><p>Anias Futrell led the way for Lindenwood with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. Josh Morgan added 16 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc, despite shooting just 28.6% overall.</p> <p>Ethan Meuser was a standout, making 4 of 5 shots, including 4 of 5 from three-point range, and finishing with 13 points and 4 assists. Lindenwood shot 40.7% from the field, including 32% from three-point range, and connected on 79.2% of their free throws, with 15 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite shooting 40% from the field, Lindenwood managed to put up 74 points in their last game. They hit 16 of their 34 two-point attempts, good for 47% shooting inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lions shot 32%, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts. They also got to the free-throw line 24 times, making 19 of those for 79%. On the boards, they gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Valparaiso Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Valparaiso fell to Cleveland State 75-67 on Tuesday, November 12th, in a home game where they were -3.5 favorites. The Beacons not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 31-28 at halftime, Valparaiso allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The game’s total points (142) came in under the O/U line of 149.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 19 three-point attempts for a 21.1% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 41.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. Their two-point shooting was more effective, as they connected on 52.8% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beacons were solid, making 19 of 24 attempts for a 79.2% shooting percentage. They also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists. Devon Ellis, Dylan Arnett, and Tahj Staveskie each scored 19 points, with Arnett adding 14 rebounds and shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Valparaiso’s defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 two-point baskets on 36 tries, a 52% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Valparaiso held their opponents to 4 of 19 shooting, just 21%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they hit 19 for 79%. Valparaiso also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Highlanders versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACC. The game will be played at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Clemson as the -19.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>RADFORD HIGHLANDERS VS CLEMSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Radford Highlanders +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at Littlejohn Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Clemson winning straight-up, we like Radford at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Radford Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Radford Highlanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Radford picked up a 92-81 road win over Evansville on Saturday, November 16th. The Highlanders entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game reached 173, going over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Radford's comeback was impressive, as they trailed 50-32 at halftime. They turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 60 points while holding Evansville to just 31.</p><p>Radford's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 92 points while shooting 63.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 72.7%, thanks in part to their 69.4% shooting on two-pointers and 52.6% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jarvis Moss led the way with 30 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 73.3% overall. Cam Haffner added 23 points, connecting on 6 of 10 from deep, while Brandon Maclin contributed 21 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Radford's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, going 10/19.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Radford's defense gave up 17 threes on 35 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they hit 10 free throws (71%). Radford allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Tigers fell to Boise State 84-71 on Sunday, November 17th, in an away game. Clemson entered the game as +4 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, exceeding the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>Clemson trailed 36-35 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 48 points while scoring 36.</p><p>Clemson's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.8% from the field and 24% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.2%. They managed to score 71 points, with Chase Hunter leading the way, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc and finishing with 30 points and 6 assists.</p> <p>Tyson Degenhart also had a strong performance, shooting 70% from the field and contributing 20 points and 11 rebounds. The Tigers grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and hit 75% of their free throws, going 15 for 20 from the line.</p><p>Even with Clemson holding them to 45% shooting, the Tigers still gave up 84 points. They were effective from the free-throw line, where the opposing team shot 90%, hitting 27 of 30 attempts.</p> <p>Clemson struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing 58% shooting (18/31). From beyond the arc, the opposing team made 7 of 24 threes, shooting 29%. Clemson also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Radford Highlanders vs Clemson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawks and Penguins. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Penguins at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and Youngstown State is favored by -4 vs. Monmouth.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Youngstown State Penguins -4</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 5:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Not only will Youngstown State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Monmouth Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Monmouth dropped a 70-66 decision to Wichita State on Monday, November 18th. Despite being +17 point underdogs, the Hawks kept it close and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Monmouth led 31-30 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The Hawks showed resilience on the road but couldn’t hold on for the win.</p><p>Monmouth's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%. They hit 35.3% from three-point range, connecting on 6 of 17 attempts, while their two-point shooting stood at 51.2% (21/41). Free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 6 of 18, hitting only 33.3% from the line.</p> <p>Corey Washington led the Hawks with 20 points, shooting 46.7% overall and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4). Harlond Beverly and Abdi Bashir Jr. each added 15 points, with Beverly shooting 63.6% from the field. Monmouth also got 12 points from Matej Bosnjak, who was perfect from the field (4/4), and Cornelius Robinson III, who shot 85.7% (6/7).</p><p>Monmouth's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field. They were effective in limiting three-point damage, holding the other team to just 2 made threes on 15 attempts, a 13% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Monmouth allowed 22 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 56% shooting percentage. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 64%. Monmouth gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Penguins Chances at Home</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State fell 104-95 to Syracuse on Saturday, November 16th. Despite the loss, the Penguins, who were +12.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 199 easily surpassed the pre-game O/U line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Youngstown State led 38-31 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 42. Syracuse’s offense took over in the 2nd half, leading to the Penguins’ defeat.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They connected on just 25.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 31 attempts, but were more effective inside, shooting 58.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>J.J. Starling led the way with 38 points, shooting 60.9% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 7 attempts. Eddie Lampkin Jr. was a force inside, going 8 for 10 from the field and adding 13 rebounds and 7 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 104 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 62% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 32 of 51 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Youngstown State held their opponent to 22% shooting, as they made just 5 of 22 three-point attempts. However, the Penguins sent the other team to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 25 free throws. Youngstown State also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

We were on the wrong end on Saturday down in the Southland Conference, but Sunday is a new day and we’re still looking at 4-2 week on the spotlight games heading into the last day of the weekend.

Options are limited tonight, but it will be the Big Ten battle in College Park between Minnesota and Maryland that draws the head billing on February 14. Maryland is -3 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bovada"><strong>Bovada Sportsbook</strong></a> with a total of 138 for this 7 p.m. ET tip-off. Follow this one on your phone while you take that special someone out for a nice Valentine’s Day dinner or prepare that special meal at home.
<h3><strong><u>Minnesota</u></strong><strong><u> Golden Gophers</u></strong></h3>
There is one starting point and one starting point only for the Minnesota Golden Gophers. They are terrible on the road. Minnesota is 343rd in the nation in eFG% in road/neutral games with a record of 0-6. The Gophers are also 338th in the nation in eFG% against at 58.6%. They are shooting 28.1% from three on the road and 38.5% from two.

Opponents are shooting 44% from three and 56% from two. That would certainly be the recipe for going 0-6 on the road. Up until the February 4 game against Rutgers, Minnesota wasn’t even playing close games. They had losses by 27, 12, 25, 15, and 19 in their first five road tries. Rutgers won 76-72 in the most recent one.

This will be the worst opponent Minnesota has played on the road. We all know that the Big Ten is an excellent college basketball conference and the previous six opponents for Minnesota were all top-25 caliber teams per all the rankings websites. Maryland is outside the top 50.

In seven conference home games, Minnesota is 6-1. They still aren’t shooting overly well, but far superior to what they’ve done on the road. They’re also playing much better defense at Williams Arena, affectionately known as “The Barn” in Minneapolis. Ironically, their only loss at home came against Maryland in a game where the Gophers were 14-of-46 from the floor. They scored 49 points and 16 came at the free throw line. So, we’ve got a revenge spot here for Minnesota. They’re going to have to get one of these elusive road wins somewhere, right?
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<h3><strong><u>Maryland</u></strong><strong><u> Terrapins</u></strong></h3>
The Terps got 36 of their 63 points in that first win over Minnesota from Donta Scott and Eric Ayala. That has been the case pretty much all season long. Aaron Wiggins has played a lot and taken the most shots, but it has been Scott and Ayala that have been the best shooters for Maryland. Scott is shooting 58.8% on twos and 45.8% on threes. Ayala is a 56.8% shooter on deuces and a 34% shooter on treys.

The Terps are only 4-9 in conference play, but do have a road win over Wisconsin to go along with a road win over Illinois. If that doesn’t show the upside and potential of this team, I’m not sure what would. It is a matter of consistency from Mark Turgeon’s team. Like most Big Ten teams, Maryland has a low TO% on defense, but that is one of just two glaring flaws for this team. The Terps also don’t rebound well offensively, but they rebound well on defense, so it isn’t really a height or athleticism issue. In conference play, the Terrapins are only getting back 18.1% of their misses. That ranks 13th in league play. They are fourth in ORB% against, though.

Maryland has played poorly on defense at home in conference action thus far. They are 14th in league play in eFG% against in home games at 55.9%. Opponents are firing away at over 39% from three and over 54% on twos. The only home win for Maryland came against Purdue by a point in a game that was played to just 61 possessions.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
The first game between these two teams played to just 63 possessions and only 112 points, despite 54 combined free throw attempts. It was a really ugly, awful, atrocious game. These are two teams that are highly inconsistent, partially based on where they are playing, but also because there aren’t a lot of bench contributions and secondary scorers. There is a lot of pressure on the best guys to be the best.

I think Minnesota gets that first road win here, but rather than take the +3 with them, I’m looking at the under 138. There shouldn’t be a ton of second-chance opportunities in this game and I don’t see either team suddenly shooting out the lights. Minnesota moves at a quicker pace, but they’ve played some slow games on the road in conference and basically just surrender to the pace of the opposition.
<h4><strong>Pick: Under 138</strong></h4>
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