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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-104) will host the Oklahoma City Thunder (-115) in a non-conference matchup. The Thunder are currently favored by 1 point and have a record of 21-5. They are on a 6-game win streak and are ranked 1st in the Western Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The Heat are 13-11 on the season and are 6th in the Eastern Conference. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 215 points.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +1</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-118 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Oklahoma City Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Oklahoma City improved to 21-5 with a 105-99 road win over the Magic on Thursday. The Thunder, favored by 6.5 points, didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total of 204 points fell short of the 209.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run helped Oklahoma City take control, turning a 37-32 deficit into a 44-37 lead. They dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Orlando 36-18, but the Magic fought back in the 3rd, winning it 28-17. The Thunder held an 82-74 lead going into the 4th and edged out the Magic 23-25 in the final quarter.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a win over the Magic on Thursday, scoring 35 points and dishing out 6 assists. He shot 57.7% from the field and scored 24 of his points in the first half. Isaiah Hartenstein added 12 points and 12 rebounds, while Alex Caruso, Aaron Wiggins, and Jalen Williams each chipped in 11 points.</p> <p>Oklahoma City shot 48.2% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 10 threes at a 32.3% rate. Caruso made 3 of his 7 attempts from deep, finishing with 11 points and 5 of those coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Thunder held the Magic to just 99 points on Thursday, thanks to a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Oklahoma City gave up 28 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters but tightened up in the 4th, allowing 25 points to secure the win.</p> <p>Defensively, the Thunder limited Orlando to 44% shooting from the field and 31% from three-point range, with the Magic hitting just 11 threes. Oklahoma City also sent Orlando to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Thunder finished with 15 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Heat Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Heat fell to 13-11 on the season after a 125-124 road loss to the Pistons on Monday. Miami, who entered the game as 4.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 249, well over the pre-game line of 219.5.</p> <p>Detroit took control with a 10-0 run, stretching their lead from 63-59 to 73-59. They outscored Miami 34-22 in the 3rd quarter, but the Heat fought back in the 4th, holding the Pistons to 17 points while scoring 33 of their own. However, the comeback fell just short.</p><p>Jimmy Butler's 35-point, 19-rebound performance wasn't enough for the Heat in their 125-124 loss to the Pistons. Butler shot 57.1% from the field, while Tyler Herro added 23 points, despite hitting just 23.5% from deep.</p> <p>As a team, Miami connected on 12 threes, shooting 27.9% from beyond the arc. Herro scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Butler added 14 in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 17 points, the Heat couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 125 points in a loss to the Pistons. Miami allowed 33 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 3rd, as Detroit shot 48% from the field.</p> <p>The Heat had trouble defending the three-point line, allowing the Pistons to hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Miami sent Detroit to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Heat finished with 35 defensive rebounds, allowed 7 offensive boards, and recorded 16 steals.</p>

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The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Denver Nuggets vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

San Antonio Spurs vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

Detroit Pistons vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Indiana Pacers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

Washington Wizards vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Grizzlies and Spartans face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Spartans are hosting the game at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. The over/under for this game is set at 134.5 points, and Michigan State is favored by -16.5 against Oakland in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Oakland at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Grizzlies Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Oakland's season continued its rocky start with a 66-50 loss to Youngstown State on Saturday, dropping their record to 2-5. The Golden Grizzlies, who were +2.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 116, falling short of the O/U line of 132.5.</p> <p>Oakland trailed 32-23 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the second half, scoring 27 points while allowing 34. The Grizzlies will need to regroup as they look to turn their season around.</p><p>Oakland's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 50 points on 34.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.5%, and they hit only 2 of 16 threes, shooting 12.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They also recorded just 5 assists and 9 offensive rebounds. EJ Farmer was a bright spot, scoring 22 points on 7 of 13 shooting, including 5 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field, connecting on 23 of 52 attempts. They were particularly effective from two-point range, where they hit 60% of their shots, going 15/25.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent struggled, hitting just 8 of 27 threes for a 29% success rate. Oakland also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 12, shooting 85%. The Golden Grizzlies allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Michigan State Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Michigan State improved to 8-2 on the season with an 89-52 win over Nebraska on Saturday. Playing at home, the Spartans entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 41-31 at halftime, Michigan State clamped down defensively, allowing just 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 48 of their own.</p><p>Michigan State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points while shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 60.6% shooting on two-pointers and 39.1% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Spartans were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 22 of 23 attempts (95.7%), and they dished out 20 assists. Jaden Akins led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 8 threes, while Jase Richardson added 16 points in just 15 minutes, shooting 5 of 7 overall and 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 52 points, Michigan State's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 51% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts (20/33). From beyond the arc, the Spartans allowed 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting rate.</p> <p>Michigan State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 22 of those attempts for 95%. On the boards, the Spartans gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Michigan State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>At 12:00 ET, the Knicks (-417) will host the Spurs (+323) at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks are favored by 9.5 points and have won four straight games. The over/under line is 224.</p>

<p>This is a non-conference matchup between the Knicks (19-10, 3rd in the East) and the Spurs (15-14, 9th in the West). ABC will televise the game.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 12:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-129 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Spurs Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>San Antonio dropped to 15-14 on the season after a 111-106 loss to the 76ers on Monday. The Spurs were +5.5 point underdogs on the road and managed to cover the spread, losing by five. The game’s total points came in just under the 217.5-point line, with the teams combining for 217 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia took control with a 12-0 run, stretching the score from 64-58 to 76-58. San Antonio fought back, outscoring the 76ers 31-27 in the 4th quarter, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama hit 6 threes at a 46.2% clip, finishing with 26 points and 9 rebounds in the Spurs' 106-point effort against the 76ers. San Antonio made 15 threes as a team, shooting 33.3% from deep and 45.7% overall from the field.</p> <p>Stephon Castle added 17 points, with 13 coming in the 3rd quarter. Julian Champagnie scored all 15 of his points in the 4th, while Wembanyama added 11 in the 3rd and another 6 in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs were solid in the 1st quarter, holding the 76ers to just 19 points, but they struggled in the 3rd, giving up 36 points in their 111-106 loss. Overall, San Antonio allowed Philadelphia to shoot 41% from the field.</p> <p>The Spurs gave up 16 threes on 36% shooting from deep. They sent the 76ers to the line 23 times, where they hit 17 free throws. San Antonio finished with 39 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and recorded 12 blocks.</p><h3>Does New York Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 19-10 on the season with a 139-125 home win over the Raptors on Monday. New York, favored by 13.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 264 points went well over the pre-game line of 227.5.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Knicks went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 37-34 to 47-34. They dominated the 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring Toronto 81-54, and entered the 4th quarter with a 111-82 lead. Though the Raptors outscored them 43-28 in the final period, New York’s lead was too much to overcome.</p><p>The Knicks put up 139 points in their win over the Raptors, shooting 59.3% from the field and hitting 17 threes at a 45.9% clip. OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each scored 31 points, with Anunoby going 86.7% from the field and adding 4 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>Anunoby was huge in the 3rd quarter, scoring 16 points, while Towns added 11 in the 3rd and 10 in the 1st. Cameron Payne also hit 4 threes, finishing with 19 points and 11 in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 24 points, the Knicks struggled in the 4th, giving up 43 points. Overall, they allowed the Raptors to shoot 54% from the field.</p> <p>New York did a good job limiting Toronto's three-point shooting, giving up 11 threes on 39% shooting. The Knicks also sent the Raptors to the line 37 times, where they hit 30 free throws.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Lakers (+134) will travel to San Francisco to take on the Warriors (-159) in a Western Pacific Division matchup. Golden State is currently favored by 3.5 points and the over/under line is set at 225.</p>

<p>ABC will broadcast this game from the Chase Center. The Lakers are 16-13 and 7th in the Western Conference, while the Warriors are 15-13 and 8th in the West.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 123-122 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lakers Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Lakers fell to 16-13 on the season after a 117-114 loss to the Pistons on Monday. Despite being favored by 6.5 points at home, L.A. couldn’t cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points went over the 222-point line.</p> <p>Detroit’s 14-0 run early in the game put the Lakers in a tough spot, but L.A. battled back to take a 92-93 deficit into the 4th quarter. However, the Pistons outscored them 24-22 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>LeBron James notched a triple-double with 28 points, 11 assists, and 11 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the field in the Lakers' 117-114 loss to the Pistons. Anthony Davis contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Max Christie added 17 points, hitting 3 threes at a 75% rate.</p> <p>The Lakers shot 54.1% from the field and made 14 threes, connecting at 46.7% from deep. LeBron scored 14 points in the 4th quarter, while Christie added 5 in the final period.</p><p>The Lakers' defense struggled on Monday, giving up 117 points to the Pistons, who shot 51% from the field. Los Angeles allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 3rd but tightened up in the 4th, holding Detroit to 24 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lakers limited the Pistons to 11 threes on 36% shooting. Detroit also went 12/12 from the free-throw line. Los Angeles finished with 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals.</p><h3>Will the Warriors Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Warriors dropped to 15-13 on the season after a 111-105 home loss to the Pacers on Monday. Golden State, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 216, falling short of the 231.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Golden State went on an 11-0 run to take a 90-89 lead after trailing 89-79, but they couldn’t hold on, as the Pacers edged them 22-20 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In the Warriors' 111-105 loss to the Pacers, Jonathan Kuminga led the way with 26 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter. He shot 56.2% from the field and hit 2 threes at a 66.7% rate. Andrew Wiggins added 16 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Golden State struggled from beyond the arc, making just 12 threes at a 31.6% clip, and shot 43.3% overall. Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed 13 points, matching Buddy Hield's 8 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors struggled early, giving up 33 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up as the game went on, allowing just 22 points in the 4th. Overall, they gave up 111 points on 48% shooting in the loss to the Pacers.</p> <p>Golden State did a great job defending the three, holding Indiana to 11 made threes on 31% shooting. They also sent the Pacers to the line just 11 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Warriors grabbed 33 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, and added 7 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

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.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Best NFL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Seattle Seahawks vs Chicago Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

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<p>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.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on ABC.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 2:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><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><p>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.</p> <p>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.</p><p>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.</p> <p>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.</p><p>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.</p> <p>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.</p><h3>Can Dallas Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>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.</p> <p>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.</p><p>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%.</p> <p>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.</p><p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>

<p>The Dragons and Bison are set to face off at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bison will host the game at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC. Drexel comes into this non-conference matchup as the -2 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison +2</p><p>This game will be played at Burr Gymnasium at 3:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Drexel Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 6-4 this season with a 77-70 win over Albany on Saturday. Drexel was a +2.5 point underdog going into the game, but they not only won, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>Drexel led 37-23 at halftime, but Albany made things interesting by scoring 47 points in the 2nd half. Drexel managed to score 40 points after the break to hold on for the win. The total points for the game were 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 77 points while shooting 61% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.3%, thanks in part to hitting 54.5% of their three-pointers (6/11) and 63.3% of their two-point attempts (19/30).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons connected on 80.8% of their shots, going 21/26. Amar'e Marshall led the way with 19 points, while Kobe MaGee added 17, hitting 50% from deep. Jason Drake, DeMarr Langford Jr., and Kacper Klaczek each contributed 14 points, with Langford shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Even with Drexel allowing 70 points, the Dragons couldn’t capitalize on their defensive efforts from beyond the arc, where they held their opponent to just 10% shooting (2/19). Drexel’s defense struggled inside, giving up 65% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 25 of 38 shots.</p> <p>Drexel also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 14 attempts for a 93% success rate. The Dragons allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Bison Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Howard Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Howard improved to 3-6 on the season with an 88-83 win over UNCW on Saturday. The Bison, who were +5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Howard led 45-40 at halftime and matched UNCW point-for-point in the second half, with both teams scoring 43. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Howard's offense was on fire in their last game, scoring 88 points with a field goal percentage of 52.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 66.7%. They were especially deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 20 threes for a 65% shooting percentage. At the free-throw line, they converted 21 of 26 attempts, good for 80.8%.</p> <p>Khamari McGriff led the way with 34 points, shooting 14 of 16 from the field. Marcus Dockery added 27 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 7 assists. Blake Harper and Joshua Strong each contributed 18 points, with Strong hitting 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Howard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Howard's defense gave up 13 threes on 20 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws, an 80% rate.</p>

Drexel Dragons vs Howard Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>The Charlotte Hornets (7-20) travel to Philadelphia to take on the 76ers (8-16) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Hornets come into the game on a three-game losing streak and are currently 13th in the East. The 76ers are favored by 11 points and are 12th in the conference.</p>

<p>This game will tip-off at 7:00 ET and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line for the game is 218 points.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +11</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-134 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 30 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hornets Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Charlotte's season struggles continued with a 123-114 road loss to the Wizards on Thursday, dropping their record to 7-20. The Hornets, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 237 points exceeded the O/U line of 226 by 11 points.</p> <p>After entering the 4th quarter down just 87-86, the Hornets were hit by a 15-0 Wizards run, which turned the game from 86-82 in Charlotte's favor to 97-86 for Washington. The Wizards closed out the game with a 36-point 4th quarter.</p><p>In their 123-114 loss to the Wizards, the Hornets struggled offensively, shooting just 40.6% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 8 threes at an 18.6% clip.</p> <p>LaMelo Ball led the way with 34 points and 13 assists, despite shooting 34.4% and 16.7% from deep. He scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Cody Martin added 9 of his 14 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Hornets struggled against the Wizards, giving up 123 points on 49% shooting. Charlotte allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd, but their best defensive effort came in the 3rd, where they held Washington to 27 points. However, the Wizards broke through in the 4th, scoring 36 points to seal the win.</p> <p>The Hornets had trouble defending the three, as the Wizards hit 17 threes on 40% shooting. Charlotte also sent Washington to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws. The Hornets gave up 12 offensive rebounds but managed to record 12 steals in the game.</p><h3>Can the 76ers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The 76ers improved to 8-16 on the season with a 121-108 road win over the Hornets on Monday. Philadelphia, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 229 points went over the 218.5-point line.</p> <p>Philadelphia started strong, leading 31-23 after the 1st quarter, but Charlotte closed the gap by taking the 2nd quarter 26-23. The 76ers pulled away with a 41-30 3rd quarter, going up 95-79. The Hornets made a 10-0 run in the 4th, but the 76ers held on to secure the win.</p><p>Tyrese Maxey and Paul George combined for 12 threes in the 76ers' 121-108 win over the Hornets, with each hitting 6 from deep. Maxey finished with 40 points, adding 12 in the 1st quarter and another 10 in the 4th. George contributed 33 points, 15 of which came in the opening period, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Philadelphia hit 16 threes as a team, shooting 42.1% from long range and 51.2% overall. Kelly Oubre chipped in 19 points, scoring 9 in the final quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 108 points, the 76ers’ defense did enough to secure the win over the Hornets. Philadelphia allowed 23 points in the 1st quarter and 26 in the 2nd, but Charlotte scored 30 in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th. The Hornets shot 50% from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia limited Charlotte’s three-point shooting, holding them to 31% from beyond the arc with 12 made threes. The Hornets also went 12/21 from the free-throw line. The 76ers finished with 14 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Maple Leafs versus the Wild? The puck drops at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Wild are favored by -1.5 against the Maple Leafs.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, November 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Maple Leafs winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Maple Leafs on the moneyline (+100)</li><li>The Maple Leafs are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Toronto's 4-2 loss to the Blues dropped their record to 6-5-1. The Maple Leafs were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number.</p> 

<p>Toronto led 1-0 after the first period, but the Blues responded with four unanswered goals, including an empty-netter. Mitchell Marner scored first for the Maple Leafs, with Steven Lorentz adding their second goal in the third period.</p><p>Toronto's offense was limited to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to the Blues. Mitchell Marner opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Steven Lorentz added his second goal in the third period. The Maple Leafs fired 37 shots on goal but were held scoreless on the power play.</p> <p>Toronto had 11 giveaways and managed 7 takeaways. Conor Timmins picked up his third assist of the season, while David Kampf added his second and Jake McCabe notched his fifth assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs struggled after taking an early lead, allowing three straight goals to the Blues, starting at 16:31 in the second period. Joseph Woll made 20 saves with a save percentage of 87%, and the Leafs' defense finished with 7 takeaways and 18 hits.</p><h3>Will the Wild Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-3 win over the Lightning, the Wild improved to 7-1-2 this season. Minnesota, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line, and the total of 8 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Wild tied it up early in the second and took the lead in the third. Four different players contributed to the scoring, with Kirill Kaprizov netting two goals, including one of the team’s two empty-netters.</p><p>Kirill Kaprizov scored twice, including his 8th goal of the season on an empty net, in the Wild's 5-3 win over Tampa Bay. He was perfect on his two shots on goal and also added his 14th assist. Matt Boldy netted his 6th goal, while Brock Faber scored for the second time this season. Joel Eriksson Ek got things going with his 5th goal, which came late in the second period.</p> <p>Minnesota took 22 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Two of their four third-period goals were empty-netters.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to improve after allowing the first goal just 45 seconds into the game and another late in the 3rd period. Filip Gustavsson finished with 27 saves and a 90% save percentage, while the Wild's defense added 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 11/3/24

<p>At 9:30 ET, the Timberwolves (-139) will host the Knicks (+117) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are 16-10 and 3rd in the Eastern Conference, while the Timberwolves are 14-11 and 7th in the Western Conference. The Timberwolves are favored by 2.5 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line for the game is 214.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and can be seen on TNT.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 9:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-130 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Knicks Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 16-10 on the season with a 100-91 win over the Magic on Sunday. New York, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total of 191 points fell well short of the 213.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After a 22-22 tie in the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control by outscoring the Magic 29-19 in the 2nd quarter. Orlando edged New York 26-24 in the 3rd, but the Knicks entered the 4th with a 75-67 lead and held on by winning the final quarter 25-24.</p><p>Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to a win over the Magic, scoring 31 points, including 10 in both the 1st and 4th quarters. He also hit 4 threes at a 50% rate. Karl-Anthony Towns added 22 points and 22 rebounds, with 11 points in the 2nd quarter.</p> <p>The Knicks shot 46.5% from the field, making 10 threes at a 41.7% clip. Mikal Bridges contributed 17 points, shooting 63.6% from the floor.</p><p>The Knicks put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Magic to just 91 points in their win on Sunday. New York was especially effective in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 19 points. Overall, the Knicks kept the Magic in check, giving up 22 points in the 1st quarter, 26 in the 3rd, and 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>New York limited Orlando to 41% shooting from the field, including just 9 made threes on 30% shooting. The Magic went to the line 13 times, making 10 free throws. The Knicks also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Timberwolves Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 106-92 win over the Spurs on Sunday, the Timberwolves improved to 14-11 on the season. Minnesota, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread with the 14-point victory. The game’s total of 198 points fell short of the 214.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After an 11-0 run early in the game, the Timberwolves took control, leading 25-14. They extended their lead by holding the Spurs to 18 points in the 2nd quarter. Although San Antonio outscored Minnesota 33-24 in the 3rd, the Timberwolves responded by winning the 4th quarter 30-22.</p><p>Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to a win over the Spurs, scoring 26 points with 5 rebounds and 3 made threes at 42.9% efficiency. Nickeil Alexander-Walker contributed 17 points, while Jaden McDaniels added 12 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 2 threes at 100%.</p> <p>The Timberwolves shot just 40% from the field and made 12 threes at 34.3%. Edwards scored 12 points in the 1st quarter, while McDaniels added 7 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Timberwolves put together a strong defensive performance on Sunday, holding the Spurs to just 92 points. They were especially effective in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing only 19 and 18 points, respectively. Minnesota gave up 33 points in the 3rd but tightened up in the 4th, allowing 22 points to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Timberwolves limited the Spurs to 40% shooting from the field, including just 24% from beyond the arc, where San Antonio made 11 threes. Minnesota also sent the Spurs to the free-throw line only 9 times. The Timberwolves finished with 11 steals and 4 blocked shots.</p>

New York Knicks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>The Seahawks are favored on the road with a money line of -188 as they take on the Bears at 8:15 ET on Thursday, December 26th. The Bears' money line odds are +157, and the point spread has the Seahawks -3.5. The over/under line is set at 43 points. This week 17 NFC matchup is being televised by AMZN.</p><h3>SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS CHICAGO BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Soldier Field at 8:15 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Seahawks winning this one by a score of 19 to 16</li><li>Even though we like the Seahawks to win, our ATS pick is to take the Bears at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 43 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Seahawks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Seattle heads into week 17 looking to snap a two-game losing streak, which includes a 30-13 loss to the Packers in week 15 and a 27-24 loss to the Vikings in week 16. The Seahawks are now 8-7, putting them 2nd in the NFC West and 9th in the conference. Our projections give them an 18.6% chance of making the playoffs and the same odds of winning the division.</p> <p>Seattle currently ranks 19th in our NFL power rankings and has a scoring margin of -0.1 points per game. Against the spread, they are 6-8-1 this season, with a 5-6 record as underdogs and a 1-2-1 record as favorites. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Seahawks rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in points per game (22.6) and 14th in yards per game (336.4). Seattle has leaned heavily on the passing game, ranking 6th in pass attempts and 4th in passing yards per game. However, they rank 26th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game. On 3rd down, they are 22nd in the league, converting 36.6% of their attempts, but they are 5th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Geno Smith threw for 314 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 16, with 2 interceptions against the Vikings. Jaxon Smith-Njigba led the team with 8 catches for 95 yards and a touchdown. Kenneth Walker III had 8 carries for 31 yards. Seattle scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter and 7 in the 4th but struggled on 3rd down, converting just 2 of 10 attempts.</p><p>In their 27-24 loss to the Vikings, the Seahawks allowed three passing touchdowns and struggled on third downs, allowing a 25% conversion rate. Despite holding Minnesota to 81 yards rushing on 24 attempts, Seattle gave up 217 yards through the air. The Seahawks did have three sacks and limited the Vikings to a 3.4 yards per attempt rushing average.<p></p>Seattle's defense gave up 298 total yards and allowed the Vikings to convert 37.1% of their third downs. The Seahawks also allowed two more tackles for loss and lost the QB hit differential in the game.</p><h3>Are The Bears Going Win In At Upset At Soldier Field</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Bears are looking to snap a nine-game losing streak, which includes a 34-17 home loss to the Lions in week 16. This dropped Chicago to 4-11 on the season, and they now sit 22nd in our power rankings. The Bears are 4th in the NFC North and 14th in the conference, with their playoff chances at 0.0%.</p> <p>Chicago is 7-7-1 against the spread, but they have failed to cover in three straight games. Their average scoring margin this season is -3.9 points per game. The Bears’ O/U record is 6-9, with their games averaging 41.7 points compared to an O/U line of 43.2.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Bears rank 26th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 18.9 points per game, which is 26th in the NFL. They are 31st in total yards, with 294.5 per game, and 27th in passing yards, averaging 191.3 per game, despite being 11th in pass attempts. On the ground, they rank 25th in rushing yards per game, with 103.2, on 25.5 attempts per game. They have struggled on 3rd down, converting just 31.7% of the time, but they are 4th in the league in red zone conversion percentage, scoring on 45.7% of their trips.</p> <p>Caleb Williams has been playing well, throwing for 334 yards (26/40) and 2 touchdowns in week 16, without an interception. Keenan Allen had 9 catches for 141 yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Lions. Williams also led the team in rushing, with 34 yards on 6 carries.</p><p>In their 34-17 loss to the Lions, the Bears' defense struggled to get off the field, as the Lions converted 58.3% of their third down attempts. Chicago allowed 329 passing yards on 23 completions, with Detroit averaging 10.3 yards per attempt through the air. The Bears' defense managed just one sack and allowed three passing touchdowns.<p></p>On the ground, the Bears gave up 146 rushing yards to the Lions on 32 attempts, averaging 4.6 yards per attempt. Chicago's defense allowed Detroit to finish with 475 total yards in the game.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Blackhawks and Sabres game? Catch the action at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY, as the Sabres hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Sabres are favored by -1.5 against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Sabres picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Blackhawks Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Chicago picked up a 4-2 road win over the Ducks, bringing their record to 12-21-2. The Blackhawks, as underdogs on the puck line, covered with the victory. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held the Ducks scoreless until the third period. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Ryan Donato netted his 7th goal of the season as the Blackhawks scored 4 times in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring for Chicago, followed by Teuvo Teravainen’s 4th goal on a power play. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, also on a power play.</p> <p>Connor Bedard picked up two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Chicago took 29 shots on goal and recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95.0% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks secure a 4-2 win. Defensively, Chicago had 6 takeaways and 5 hits. The Blackhawks allowed both of Anaheim's goals in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Buffalo Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>After a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, the Sabres are now 12-19-4 this season. Buffalo held an early lead, scoring at 11:39 in the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Buffalo was the underdog on the puck line, and their offense came from Alex Tuch, who scored a short-handed goal. The Sabres had 32 shots on goal but failed to score again. They also struggled with giveaways, committing 13 in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the lone goal, his fifth of the season. Tuch's goal came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period, and was unassisted.</p> <p>The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They had 13 giveaways and were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p><p>Defensively, the Sabres will look to bounce back after giving up two second-period goals to the Red Wings, both on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 12/27/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Bruins and Blue Jackets. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The Bruins are favored by -1.5 in this Eastern conference contest against the Blue Jackets. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Blue Jackets to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+135)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Boston Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Boston improved to 19-13-4 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken. The Bruins were favored on the puck line and covered with the victory. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that number.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, starting with Justin Brazeau’s goal at 3:23. Charlie Coyle added another at 9:57, giving the Bruins all the scoring they needed.</p><p>Boston’s offense got off to a quick start in their 2-0 win over Seattle, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd goal, which came on a power play at the 10:03 mark of the first period.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways and picked up 4 assists, including Brad Marchand’s 7th and Elias Lindholm’s 6th of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Bruins were rock solid in their last game, shutting out the Kraken 2-0. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a perfect 100% save percentage. The Bruins' defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Can Columbus Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 14-15-6 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for Columbus, but the Capitals kept the pressure on throughout the game.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson netted his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways in the game. Sean Monahan earned his 5th assist on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese picked up his 2nd assist of the season.</p><p>Columbus's defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period, including one just 56 seconds in. They allowed two more goals later in the game, one at 4:51 in the second period and another at 18:34 in the third. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage, while the Blue Jackets' defense recorded 10 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/27/24

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<p>The Bulldogs and Aggies are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPNU. The Aggies will host the game at Reed Arena in College Station, TX. The over/under for this game is set at 139.5 points, and Texas A&M is favored by -1.5 vs. Mississippi State in a Southeastern conference matchup.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS TEXAS A&M AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M Aggies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, March 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Mississippi State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State heads into this game as the underdog, as they have been in seven of their 29 games this season. They have gone 2-5 in those games, and they are coming off a 78-63 loss to Auburn.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Bulldogs have gone 6-7, and their average scoring margin is +2.1 points per game. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>Mississippi State has an ATS record of 14-14-1 this season and is 2-5 vs. the spread as the underdog. On the road, the Bulldogs have gone 6-7 vs. the spread this year and are 4-6 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>Mississippi State's over/under record for the season is 13-15-1. Today's over/under line of 139.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (141.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 157 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 2-1.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Mississippi State offense put up just 63 points vs. the Auburn Tigers. Overall, they are now averaging 75 points per game which is 159th in the country. Leading Mississippi State in scoring vs. Auburn was Josh Hubbard with his 23 points. Tolu Smith also added 14 points for the Bulldogs.</p><p>The Bulldogs' defense is presently ranked 87th nationally, allowing an average of 68.7 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Mississippi State defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Auburn knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 78 points.</p><h3>Can the Aggies Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>After winning their last game against Georgia, the Texas A&M Aggies will look to improve their home record to 11-6 when they take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs. So far this season, the Aggies have been favored in 21 games, going 13-8 in those contests.</p>

<p>At home, Texas A&M has gone 6-4 over their last 10 games, and they have gone 2-3 over their last five. On the season, the Aggies have an average scoring margin of +7.5 points per game at home, compared to -2.4 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Texas A&M has gone just 8-13 against the spread. At home, the Aggies are 6-10 vs. the spread and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they have a mark of 3-7 ATS. In their last 10 home games, Texas A&M has an ATS record of just 2-8.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Texas A&M games is 16-13 and today's line of 139.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (143.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points and their OU record during this stretch is 1-2. For the year, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Aggies' offense tallied 70 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 72.9 points per game. Offensively, the Aggies have a season long field goal percentage of 39%, which is 394th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 406th in percentage and 272nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Aggies' defense is presently ranked 114th nationally, allowing an average of 69.9 points per contest. So far, the Texas A&M defense is giving up an average of 9.1 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.4 times per game (380th).</p>

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