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<p>Looking to win big? The Great Danes and Retrievers face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Retrievers are hosting the game at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore, MD. The over/under for this game is set at 175.5 points, and UMBC is favored by -1 vs. Albany in a America East conference matchup.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS UMBC RETRIEVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UMBC Retrievers -1</p><p>This game will be played at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UMBC RETRIEVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Retrievers.</li><li>Not only will UMBC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 175.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Albany?</h3><p>Albany is 12-13 overall and 4-6 in America East games. On the road, the Great Danes are 5-10 this season, and their average scoring margin is -4.5 points.</p>

<p>For the season, Albany has been the underdog in 15 of its 25 games, going 3-12 in those contests. The Great Danes have lost two straight road games, and they are 3-7 in their last 10 games away from home.</p><p>Albany's ATS record this season is currently sitting at .500 (12-12). As the underdog, the Great Danes have gone just 5-10 vs. the spread this year and are 2-8 in their last 10 games as the underdog. On the road, Albany's ATS mark is 7-8 and they have gone 4-6 vs. the spread in their last 10 road contests.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Albany games is 13-9-2 with an average scoring total of 155.9 points per game. Today's over/under line of 175.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (150.5). So far, 22 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 160 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Albany offense ended with 83 points against NJIT. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 53.3% and made 10 threes. Sebastian Thomas is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 17.8 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Amar'e Marshall brings a PPG average of 17.3 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Great Danes' defense is nationally ranked 294th, allowing 77.8 points per game. Albany's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the NJIT offense to knock down 53% of their shots on their way to putting up 58 points.</p><h3>Do the Retrievers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>UMBC has had a tough season, as they are just 8-18 overall and 3-8 in America East play. At home, they have gone 4-8, and they have lost four straight in their own building.</p>

<p>Despite their struggles, the Retrievers are favored by one point over Albany. UMBC has been the underdog in 20 of their 26 games this year, going 6-14 in those contests.</p><p>UMBC's ATS record this season is 14-11, but they are just 1-4 vs. the spread when favored this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Retrievers have gone just 2-8 ATS.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for UMBC games is 16-9 and today's line of 175.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (157.2). So far, 19 of their games have finished with fewer points than 175.5. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average of 160 points per game.</p><p>UMBC's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Binghamton, finishing the game with a total of 89 points. Their season average is now 79.1 points per game. The team's top scorer is Dion Brown, who enters today's matchup with an average of 19, while Marcus Banks Jr. also carries a PPG average of 13.8 into the game.</p><p>Facing Albany, UMBC aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 82.8 points allowed per game (335th). UMBC's three-point defense is currently 169th in the country at 7.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 46.0% of their shots vs. UMBC.</p>

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<p>First pitch for this NL matchup is set for 4:10 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. The game will be televised on BSMW. The Dodgers are a heavy favorite in this one, with a money line of -233 compared to the Cardinals' +193.</p>

<p>On the mound for the Cardinals is Miles Mikolas, while Tyler Glasnow gets the start for the Dodgers. The over/under line is currently set at 8.5 runs, with the over paying out at -121 and the under at +100.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Dodger Stadium at 4:10 ET on Thursday, March 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS DODGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cardinals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>Despite finishing with a record of 71-91, the Cardinals were not able to secure a playoff spot in the National League. In the NL Central, St. Louis finished in 5th place and 13th overall in the National League. Their series record for the season was 19-27-5.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Cardinals went 35-46, compared to a road record of 36-45. As the underdog, St. Louis had a record of 37-49 last season. In night games, the Cardinals went 42-65, while their overall record as the underdog was 37-49.</p><p>On the road last season, the Cardinals had a run line record of 42-39, compared to 36-45 at home. Their average run margin on the road was -.6 runs per game, compared to -.7 runs per game overall. In games they won, their average scoring margin was +3.4 runs per game, compared to -3.8 runs per game in losses. Last season, they were the underdog in 64.2% of their road games, going 32-20 vs. the run line.</p><p>When looking at the Cardinals' over/under record from last season, they finished 78-78, and their average over/under line was 9.0 runs per game. In games with an O/U line of 8.5 runs, the over/under record was 18-21. Last season, 56.2% of their games finished with more runs than 8.5 runs, and their games had an average of 9.6 runs per game. Overall, 58.0% of their games had higher O/U lines than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Coming off a season in which he made 35 starts, Miles Mikolas will take the mound for the Cardinals against the Dodgers. Last year, Mikolas finished with a record of 9-13 and an ERA of 4.78. His WHIP for the season was 1.32, and he allowed a batting average of .279. Mikolas' FIP for the year was 4.27, and he finished with 15 quality starts. On the season, he allowed a total of 26 home runs and averaged 1.1 walks per game.</p><p>St. Louis had a solid offense last season, averaging 4.4 runs per game (18th). They were 11th in home runs and 10th in batting average (.250). On the road, they were 22nd in runs per game (4.2) and hit .234 (15th). Overall, they were 12th in home runs and 8th in home batting average (.255).</p><p>Nolan Gorman is the top returning home run hitter for the Cardinals after hitting 27 home runs last season. He finished the year with a slugging percentage of .478 and drove in 76 runs. Nolan Arenado hit 26 home runs and batted .266 last season. Paul Goldschmidt led the team in hits last season and finished the year with a batting average of .268. Brandon Crawford is the top off-season addition to the team after hitting .194 last season.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>The Padres outlasted the Dodgers in a high-scoring affair, winning 15-11. San Diego jumped out to an early lead, scoring five runs in the first inning, but the Dodgers responded with four runs of their own in the bottom of the third. The Padres scored in every inning except the fourth and eighth, with the Dodgers scoring in every inning except the sixth and ninth.</p>

<p>Joe Musgrove got the start for the Padres, lasting just 2 2/3 innings, giving up five earned runs. Yoshinobu Yamamoto got the start for the Dodgers, lasting just one inning, giving up five earned runs. Mookie Betts had a big game for the Dodgers, going 4/5 with a home run and two RBIs. Jake Cronenworth went 4/4 for the Padres, scoring two runs and driving in four.</p><p>Tyler Glasnow will be making his second start of the season for the Los Angeles Dodgers, as they take on the St. Louis Cardinals at home. In his first start of the year, Glasnow went five innings, allowing two earned runs on four hits and four walks. He didn't factor into the decision, but he'll look to pick up his first win of the season in this outing.</p><p>Our player projections for the Dodgers today are favoring Shohei Ohtani to have a big game at the plate. Ohtani has the highest home run projection on the team and the 3rd highest in the league today. Freddie Freeman has the highest total hits projection on the team and the 6th highest in the league. Mookie Betts has the 2nd highest home run projection on the team and the 5th highest in the league.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/28/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Leathernecks and Lions. The game is starting at 4:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lions at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 136.5 points, and Lindenwood is favored by -3.5 vs. Western Illinois in a Ohio Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>WESTERN ILLINOIS LEATHERNECKS VS LINDENWOOD LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Illinois Leathernecks +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hyland Arena at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN ILLINOIS LEATHERNECKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-73 in favor of the Leathernecks.</li><li>Not only will Western Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Leathernecks Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Western Illinois improved to 4-5 on the season with a 71-68 win over Tennessee Tech on Tuesday. The Leathernecks were favored by 2.5 points and covered the spread, but the game’s total points (139) fell just short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 31-31 at halftime, Western Illinois outscored the Golden Eagles 40-37 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Western Illinois put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.5%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-21, and were 80% from the free-throw line, making 8 of 10 attempts. The Leathernecks grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ryan Myers led the way with 21 points, shooting 53.8% overall, while Ray Glasgow added 20 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 4 of 6 threes at a 66.7% clip. Rodney Johnson Jr. contributed 19 points and pulled down 16 rebounds, despite shooting 38.1% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Western Illinois gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field, hitting 28 of their 66 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21/45 shooting for 46%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Illinois' defense held their opponent to 7/21 shooting, or 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 8, an 80% clip. Western Illinois allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lions Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Lindenwood’s season struggles continued with a 79-73 home loss to Tennessee Tech on Thursday, dropping their record to 2-7. The Lions were -3 point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-39 at halftime, Lindenwood couldn’t close the gap, scoring 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 152 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 18 attempts for a 16.7% rate, while their two-point shooting was much more effective at 54.9%.</p> <p>Jaylon Johnson led the way with 22 points and 7 assists, shooting 53.8% overall. Reggie Bass also shot 53.8%, contributing 19 points, while Markeith Browning added 17 points despite shooting just 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Despite shooting 44% from the field, the opposing team managed to score 79 points against Lindenwood. They were effective inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 28/51.</p> <p>The Lions did well defending the perimeter, holding the other team to just 3/18 from three-point range, a 16% shooting performance. However, they sent the opposing team to the line 16 times, where they made 8 free throws.</p>

<p>At 9:40 PM ET, the Orioles and Mariners will face off in an AL matchup. This one is being played at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, and the Orioles are favored on the money line, with their line sitting at -116 compared to the Mariners at -101. The over/under line is at 7.5 runs.</p>

<p>Baltimore leads the AL East with a record of 53-31, while the Mariners are atop the AL West at 47-39. George Kirby will start for the Mariners, and he is facing off against Grayson Rodriguez for the Orioles. MASN will be televising Tuesday's Orioles vs. Mariners matchup.</p><h3>BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Orioles Moneyline -116</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Park at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, July 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ORIOLES VS MARINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Orioles winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mariners to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>Baltimore closed out their series vs. the Rangers with a tough 11-2 loss. Heading into the game, the Orioles were the heavy favorite at -174. Things really got away from the Orioles in the 4th inning, as the Rangers scored three runs in the inning. Baltimore's offense scored their only two runs in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Cole Irvin got the start for the Orioles and took the loss. He only lasted 3 2/3 innings, giving up five earned runs. Offensively, the Orioles had seven hits but only scored two runs. Ryan O'Hearn was hot at the plate, going 3/4 with a run scored.</p><p>With an overall record of 53-31, the Orioles are tied with the Yankees for the AL East lead heading into today's road game vs. the Mariners. Baltimore leads the AL East in terms of division record, going 19-7 against other AL East teams. The Orioles closed out their series vs. the Rangers with a win and took the series 3-1.</p>

<p>So far, the Orioles have been really good as the favorite, going 43-25 and 10-6 as the underdog. At home, they are 29-17 and have gone 24-14 on the road. As the road favorite, the Orioles are 16-9 this season. Currently, they have dropped three straight games on the road, and their overall record is 18-6-3 in series this year.</p><p>The Orioles have been a solid bet against the run line this season, going 48-36 overall. They have been especially good on the road, where they are 24-14 against the run line. They have a run differential of +1.5 runs per game on the road, compared to +1.2 runs per game at home. They have been a good bet as the underdog, going 12-4 against the run line in those games.</p><p>When the Orioles are on the road, the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. Their games have averaged 9.1 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 43-31. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, their over/under record is 6-6. Overall, 73.8% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs. The over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Grayson Rodriguez gets the start for the Orioles today as he faces the Mariners on the road. He has made 14 starts this season and has a record of 9-3 with a 3.72 ERA. Rodriguez's WHIP for the season is currently 1.24. In his 14 starts, he has turned in seven quality starts and is averaging 9.73 strikeouts per nine innings. So far, he has allowed a total of 10 home runs. In his most recent outing, Rodriguez gave up seven earned runs in five innings of work. Before that, he had won three straight starts.</p><p>As a team, the Orioles are the top-scoring offense in the league, averaging 5.2 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.5 runs per contest. Baltimore's offense has also been the best in the league in terms of slugging percentage and OPS. They have the most home runs in the league and have the top team isolated power rating.</p>

<p>Gunnar Henderson has been on a tear of late, going 11/28 in his last seven games with two homers and five RBIs. For the season, he is batting .288 with a team-high 26 home runs. Adley Rutschman has also been a key power source for the Orioles, as he is 11th in the league with 15 homers and is batting .294.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Led by a big game by Luke Raley at the plate, the Mariners are coming off a game in which they wasted several good performances. Raley went 3/5 with a double, run scored, and RBI. The Mariners also got a good start from Luis Castillo, going five innings and giving up three runs on six hits. However, they took the loss, as Seattle was the -106 favorite at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Ryne Stanek took the loss out of the bullpen for the Mariners, as Seattle allowed two runs in the top of the 8th to blow their lead. Looking ahead, the Mariners will need to get their offense going to close out the series vs. the Twins. Seattle is currently in 3rd place in the AL West, 4.5 games back of the Astros.</p><p>Seattle is 47-39 overall this season, putting them 1st in the AL West. Currently, they hold a three-game lead over the Astros for the division lead. The Mariners head into today's game having lost two straight, and they closed out their series vs. the Twins with back-to-back losses. So far, they have been great against other teams in the AL West, putting together a record of 17-5.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners are 28-14 this season, but they are just 19-25 on the road. This year, the Mariners are just above .500 as the underdog, coming in with a mark of 17-18. Seattle's record as the favorite is 30-21 this season. The Mariners' overall series record is 13-12-2, but they have dropped four straight series.</p><p>Seattle has been a solid run line team this season, going 40-46 overall. They are 21-21 at home and 19-25 on the road. The Mariners have been favored in 51 games and are 21-30 in those contests. Their average run differential is +0.1 runs per game.</p>The Seattle Mariners have had a high-scoring season, with a combined run average of 7.7 runs per game. Their over/under record is 35-46, and the average over/under line for their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, their over/under record is 10-15. In 61 games, the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs or lower 58.8% of the time.<p>Seattle is sending right-hander George Kirby to the mound today vs. the Orioles. He has made 17 starts this season and has a record of 7-5 with a 3.35 ERA. Kirby's WHIP for the season is .97, and opponents are batting .219 off him this year. In his last outing, Kirby picked up the win, going six innings and giving up one earned run on four hits vs. the Rays. He finished the day with seven strikeouts. Kirby has made 10 quality starts this year and is averaging 8.7 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Cal Raleigh comes into the game with a team-high 14 home runs for the Mariners but is batting just .202 for the season. However, he has gone 5/20 in his last six games, with two homers and five RBIs. Julio Rodriguez is hitting .247 for the season and is also on a bit of a hot streak, going 6/21 in his last six games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mariners are batting just .218 and are averaging only 3.9 runs per game. They are also one of the league's worst teams in terms of striking out, averaging 10 per contest. Overall, they are 10th in home runs, but their slugging percentage and OPS are both near the bottom of the league.</p>

Baltimore Orioles vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction 7/2/24

<p>The Texans are favored on the road with a money line of -133 as they take on the Chiefs at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on NBC, and the Texans are -2 point favorites. The over/under line is currently at 40 points. The Chiefs are the underdog with a +111 money line.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -2</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 26 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Texans sit atop the AFC South, and they have a 100% chance of winning the division and making the playoffs. Houston ranks 11th in our power rankings heading into week 16, and they are on a two-game winning streak, including a 20-12 win over the Dolphins in week 15. The Texans were 2.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, but the 32 combined points fell short of the 46.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Houston has a +2 scoring margin this season and is 6-7-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-9-1, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 11th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.4 points per game, and they have been strong in the 1st quarter, ranking 5th in the league. Houston is 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions with a 37.2% success rate, and they are 19th in passing yards per game (212.8) despite ranking 9th in pass attempts per game.</p> <p>C.J. Stroud threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns on 18/26 passing in week 15 against the Dolphins. Joe Mixon led the team in receiving with 5 catches for 33 yards, and Dare Ogunbowale had a 35-yard run. Houston scored all 20 of their points in the first 3 quarters, failing to score in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Texans' defense came up with three interceptions and held Miami to just 30.8% on third down in their 20-12 win over the Dolphins. Despite allowing 172 passing yards, Houston defended the pass well, giving up only 4.3 yards per attempt. Miami finished with just 52 yards rushing on 19 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Texans allowed only 224 total yards and 72.5% completions. They gave up one passing touchdown but made up for it with three key interceptions.</p><h3>Will The Chiefs Win At Home Over The Texans?</h3><p>With a 13-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 100% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 12th in our power rankings and have a +5 scoring margin this season. Against the spread, Kansas City is 5-8-1, including a 4-7-1 mark as favorites. Their O/U record is 6-8, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p> <p>After a week 11 loss to the Bills, the Chiefs have won four in a row, including a 21-7 victory over the Browns in week 15. They narrowly beat the Chargers and Raiders in weeks 14 and 13, respectively, and edged out the Panthers 30-27 in week 12.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Chiefs rank 9th in our offensive power rankings and 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.5 points per game. They are 14th in passing yards per game (224.1) and 15th in rushing yards (112.1), with 36 passing attempts per game (5th) and 27.9 rushing attempts (9th). Despite ranking 22nd in red zone conversion percentage, Kansas City leads the league in 3rd-down conversions and ranks 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Patrick Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury but has avoided interceptions in his last three games. In week 15, he threw for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Browns. Xavier Worthy led the team with 46 receiving yards, and Kareem Hunt had 45 rushing yards. Kansas City scored all 21 points in the first three quarters before being shut out in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 139 rushing yards on just 21 attempts, the Chiefs' defense played well in their most recent game, coming away with four interceptions and allowing just 127 passing yards. They picked up a 21-7 win over the Browns, holding Cleveland to just 7 points. Kansas City's defense also had five sacks in the game.</p>
<p>The Chiefs' defense limited the Browns to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down and won the tackles for loss battle. Even though they gave up a high 6.6 yards per attempt in the running game, the big plays in the passing game helped them secure the win.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Devils and Pioneers face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Pioneers are hosting the game at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. Central Connecticut State is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 143 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacred Heart Pioneers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRED HEART PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Sacred Heart pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Central Connecticut State Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Central Connecticut State fell to 0-3 on the season after an 80-62 loss to Northeastern on Saturday. The Blue Devils were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 142, going over the pre-game line of 138.</p> <p>Central Connecticut State found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 50-28 at halftime. They played better in the second half, outscoring Northeastern 34-30, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's offense managed 62 points in their latest game, shooting 48.1% from the field. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 5 of 19 threes (26.3%).</p> <p>Rashad King led the way, scoring 27 points on 11 of 15 shooting, including 3 of 4 from deep. Harold Woods added 26 points, hitting 11 of 16 shots and 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Central Connecticut State struggled defensively, giving up 80 points on 53% shooting. Their two-point defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed 65% shooting from inside the arc, with the opposing team hitting 23 of 35 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Blue Devils allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made all their attempts. Central Connecticut State limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Will Sacred Heart Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Sacred Heart's season took a hit with an 89-70 loss to Brown on Sunday. The Pioneers were +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>After trailing 39-35 at halftime, Sacred Heart struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 50 points while scoring only 35 themselves.</p><p>In their last game, Sacred Heart's offense put up 70 points, shooting 44.1% from the field and 41.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.5%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 8-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Alexander Lesburt Jr. led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 10 threes, while Kino Lilly Jr. added 20 points, making 4 of 10 from deep. Landon Lewis was perfect from the field, going 6-for-6, and grabbed 11 rebounds. The Pioneers recorded 13 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite Sacred Heart's defensive struggles, allowing 89 points on 56% shooting, they gave up 15 threes on 32 attempts, a 46% clip. The Pioneers also sent their opponents to the line 18 times, where they hit 12 free throws.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Sacred Heart allowed 16 two-point baskets on 23 attempts, a 69% rate. They did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Sacred Heart Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>In a non-conference matchup, the 76ers (-218) are favored by 5.5 points over the Grizzlies (+179). The over/under line for the game is currently sitting at 209.5 points.</p>

<p>Philadelphia (35-26) is 7th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. Memphis (21-41) is 13th in the Western Conference and 4th in the Southwest Division. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 ET and the game will be televised on NBCS.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, March 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 109-105 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with Tyrese Maxey points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Grizzlies Stand a Chance in Philadelphia?</h3><p>The Grizzlies are 15-31 as the underdog this season and are currently 5.5-point underdogs against the 76ers. As the underdog, Memphis has an average scoring differential of -7.8 points per game.</p>

<p>On the road, the Grizzlies are 18-13 against the spread and have covered the spread in their last two road games. Overall, they are 30-32 ATS for the season.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, Memphis is 28-33-1 for the season. Today's O/U line of 209.5 is lower than the average of 222.1 points per game in their other games. In 58 of their 62 games, the O/U line has been higher than 209.5.</p>

<p>The Grizzlies are coming off a 106-102 win over the Nets, where they were 9.5-point underdogs. The combined scoring in that game was 208 points, and the O/U line was 206.</p>

<p>Memphis is currently 13th in the Western Conference with a record of 21-41. Against the West, they are 13-28 and 7-7 against other teams in the Southwest Division.</p><p>On the season, the Grizzlies are averaging just 106.1 points per game, which is 30th in the NBA. However, they have actually been better on the road, averaging 108.7 points per game compared to 103.4 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Memphis is 11th in the league with 13.4 made threes per game. They are also 5th in three-point attempts. However, their three-point shooting percentage is just 34%, which is last in the NBA.</p>

<p>Overall, the Grizzlies are 30th in field goal percentage at 43%. In terms of pace, they are 16th in the league at 98.2 possessions per game.</p><p>The Grizzlies' defense is presently ranked 10th in the league, allowing an average of 112.6 points per contest. Memphis' defense is currently forcing 14.2 turnovers per game, which is 27th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 5th in blocked shots, with an average of 6.1 rejections per game.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Today, the 76ers are favored by 5.5 points against the Grizzlies. This season, Philly has been favored in 41 of their 61 games and has a record of 29-12 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 25-16 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +7.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Philly's most recent game was a 112-107 loss to the Nets. The O/U line for that game was 212.5, and the 76ers were favored by 1 point. This marked their second straight ATS loss at home.</p>

<p>This season, the average O/U line in 76ers games is 230.6, which is higher than today's line of 209.5. Philly has an over/under record of 33-28 for the season, and their games have averaged 230.7 points per game.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the 76ers are currently in 7th place with a record of 35-26. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 23-18 and 5-7 against division opponents. Overall, they are 19-13 at home and 16-13 on the road.</p><p>At home this season, the 76ers are averaging 117.3 points per game, which is 13th in the NBA. Overall, they are 13th in scoring at 117 points per game.</p>

<p>Heading into this game, Philadelphia has outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.1% of their games. In terms of pace, the 76ers are 19th in the league at 98 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to field goal percentage, Philadelphia is 18th in the NBA at 47%. From three-point range, they are shooting 36%, which is 22nd in the league. However, the 76ers are 1st in free throw attempts and made free throws per game.</p><p>On average, the Philadelphia defense is giving up 113.7 points per game (14th). Right now, they are on a 2 game streak of giving up fewer points than their season average. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the 76ers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.2% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 35.2% from downtown.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/6/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 76ers will be in Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers. The Cavs are currently favored by 11, and the over/under line is set at 221.</p>

<p>Philadelphia comes into this game with a record of 9-16, and they are 12th in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last two games. Cleveland is 24-4 and in first place in the East. They have won three straight.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -11</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-114 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the 76ers Have What it Takes in Cleveland?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 9-16 on the season with a 108-98 win over the Hornets on Friday. The 76ers were favored by 13 points at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 206, falling short of the 213.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia jumped out to a 41-23 lead after the 1st quarter and went on a 10-0 run to extend their lead from 55-46 to 65-46. Charlotte fought back, outscoring the 76ers 27-23 in the 4th quarter, but the 76ers held on for the win.</p><p>Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 34 points and 9 assists in their win over the Hornets, scoring 12 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Tyrese Maxey added 23 points, with 15 coming in the opening period, and Kelly Oubre contributed 22 points, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 49.4% from the field, connecting on 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Oubre and Maxey each made 4 threes, with Maxey shooting 36.4% from deep.</p><p>The 76ers put together a solid defensive performance, holding the Hornets to just 98 points on Friday. Philadelphia allowed 23 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 25 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the 76ers limited the Hornets to 10 made threes on 32% shooting. Philadelphia also recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks in the win.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cleveland as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 24-4 this season with a dominant 124-101 win over the Bucks on Friday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as -8.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a +23 point victory. The total points for the game reached 225, just surpassing the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Cleveland set the tone early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and extending their lead with a 40-point 2nd quarter. A 12-0 run stretched the score from 98-76 to 110-76, and while the Bucks outscored the Cavaliers in the 4th quarter, the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell's consistent scoring helped the Cavaliers to a win over the Bucks, as he poured in 27 points with 8 in each of the first three quarters. Darius Garland added 16 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Evan Mobley and Dean Wade contributed 15 points each.</p> <p>Cleveland connected on 20 threes, shooting 42.6% from deep and 50.5% overall. Ty Jerome chipped in 13 points, with 7 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Cavaliers' defense held the Bucks to 101 points on Friday, with Cleveland giving up 20 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd. They allowed 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure the win.</p> <p>Defensively, the Cavaliers limited Milwaukee's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 37% shooting. They also sent the Bucks to the free-throw line 18 times, where Milwaukee made 11. Cleveland finished with 11 steals but didn't record a block.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Flames and Explorers game? Catch the action at Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL, as the Explorers hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on None. The odds for this non-conference game currently have La Salle as the -3.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS LA SALLE EXPLORERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Center at 11:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does UIC Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>UIC Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UIC dropped a 99-81 decision to James Madison on Thursday, November 21st, in a home game where they entered as +3 underdogs. The Flames not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-41 at halftime, UIC allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>In their latest game, UIC put up 81 points, shooting 51.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.1%, with a strong 58.8% on two-pointers (30/51) but struggling from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they made 12 of 19 attempts, shooting 63.2%. Bryce Lindsay led the way with 28 points, shooting 90.9% overall and 83.3% from three (5/6). The Flames also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p><p>UIC's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 99 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 51% from the field. The Flames couldn't contain the inside game, with their opponents hitting 58% of their two-point shots (30/51).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UIC held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts (23%). However, they sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 12 (63%). UIC also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will La Salle Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>La Salle Explorers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>La Salle's season continued with a 72-67 road loss to UC San Diego on Thursday, November 21st. The Explorers entered the game as -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the O/U line of 145.</p> 

<p>La Salle led 31-30 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. Defensive lapses after the break contributed to their loss.</p><p>La Salle's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.2% from the field and 29.2% from three-point range, finishing with 67 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they hit only 58.1% of their free throws, going 18-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>Tyler McGhie led the way with 27 points, hitting 5-of-13 from deep, while Corey McKeithan added 21 points, connecting on 4-of-11 from beyond the arc. The Explorers managed just 6 assists as a team, with McGhie and Nordin Kapic each contributing 2 assists.</p><p>La Salle's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, but they held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, with only 22 made baskets on 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the Explorers limited their opponent to 36% shooting, as they connected on just 11 of 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, La Salle's defense allowed 11 threes on 32 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 17, shooting 60%. La Salle gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UIC Flames vs La Salle Explorers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Storm and Blue Demons face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Blue Demons are hosting the game at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. In this Big East matchup, St. John's is favored by -19.5 vs. DePaul. The over/under for the game is 151.5 points.</p><h3>ST. JOHN'S RED STORM VS DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wintrust Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, March 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Blue Demons.</li><li>Not only will DePaul pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Red Storm Find a Way to Win in Chicago?</h3><p>St. John's has been a much better team at home this season, going 11-4 compared to 6-7 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +12.2, compared to just +0.8 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Red Storm have gone 13-4 this season, and they are currently on a three-game win streak. In their last game, they defeated Butler by a score of 82-59.</p><p>St. John's has been inconsistent vs. the spread this season, going 14-14. As the favorite, they have gone 8-9 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-7 this year and over their last 10 road games, they are 4-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>St. John's over/under record this season sits at 14-14 and today's over/under line of 151.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (149.2). So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 154 points.</p><p>The St. John's offense is coming off a game where they scored 82 points against Butler. They posted a field goal percentage of 44.3% and connected on 9 threes. Daniss Jenkins is leading the team in scoring at 14.5 points per contest. Joel Soriano has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.4 going into the game.</p><p>In terms of defense, St. John's is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 70.8 points per game. St. John's' three-point defense is currently 112nd in the country at 6.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.4% of their shots vs. St. John's.</p><h3>Does DePaul Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>DePaul is 3-26 on the season and has lost 17 straight games. They are 0-18 in Big East play and 0-12 on the road this season. As the underdog, DePaul is 0-23 this season. The Blue Demons have lost their last eight games at home and are 3-14 at home this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, DePaul lost to Butler by a score of 82-63. Over their last 10 games at home, the Blue Demons have gone just 1-9. This season, they have been the underdog in 23 of their 29 games.</p><p>As the underdog, DePaul has gone just 6-16-1 against the spread this season. At home, the Blue Demons are 5-11-1 ATS this year and have gone just 3-7 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games. Overall, DePaul has an ATS record of 9-19-1 this season.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 151.5 is higher than the average over/under line in DePaul's games this year (144.7). Currently, their over/under record is 15-14. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>The Blue Demons' offense wrapped up their last game with 63 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 64.7 points per contest. The team's scoring leader is Elijah Fisher, who holds an average of 10.4 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Da'Sean Nelson is averaging 9.9 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Blue Demons' defense is nationally ranked 338th, allowing 81.7 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 9.3 threes per game vs. St. John's. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 36.9%.</p>

St. John's Red Storm vs DePaul Blue Demons Betting Pick & Prediction 3/5/24

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<p>Planning on watching today's Runnin' Utes and Hawkeyes game? Catch the action at Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, SD, as the Hawkeyes hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 164 points, and Iowa is favored by -1 at home against Utah.</p><h3>UTAH RUNNIN' UTES VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -1</p><p>This game will be played at Sanford Pentagon at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Runnin' Utes Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Utah Runnin' Utes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Utah improved to 8-2 on the season with an 89-59 home win over Florida A&M on Tuesday. The Utes were heavy favorites at -32 going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Utah took control early, leading 50-31 at halftime. They added 39 points in the 2nd half while holding Florida A&M to 28 points.</p><p>Utah's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points while shooting 54.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.5%, thanks in large part to their 69.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 37.9% of their shots, connecting on 11 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Despite their shooting success, the Utes struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 41.7% of their attempts. They dished out 25 assists, with Mason Madsen and Mike Sharavjamts each contributing 15 points. Sharavjamts was particularly efficient, shooting 85.7% from the field and 75% from three-point range in just 17 minutes of action.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up 59 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field, including 69% on two-point attempts (23/33). From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 11 of 29 threes, good for 37%.</p> <p>Despite sending their opponent to the line 24 times, Utah caught a break as they only made 10 free throws, shooting 41%. The Utes also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Iowa Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Hawkeyes improved to 8-3 on the season after a dominant 104-57 win over New Orleans on Sunday. Iowa, who were -30.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points of 161 fell just short of the 162.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Iowa jumped out to a 57-29 lead by halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Privateers 47-28.</p><p>Iowa's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 62.7% (42/67). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.1%, thanks to 73.7% shooting on two-pointers (28/38) and 48.3% from beyond the arc (14/29).</p> <p>James White led the way with 24 points, while Owen Freeman added 22 on 10/12 shooting. The Hawkeyes dished out 28 assists, with Brock Harding contributing 6 assists and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even with Iowa's defense giving up 62% shooting, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Hawkeyes allowed 73% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 28 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Iowa's opponent went 14 for 29, shooting 48%. They also went to the free-throw line 9 times, making 6 of those attempts.</p>

Utah Runnin' Utes vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (23-22) will host the Phoenix Suns (26-19) in a non-conference matchup. The Suns are favored by 2 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently 6th in the Western Conference, while Orlando is 8th in the East. The Magic have dropped two straight games, and the Suns are 3rd in the Pacific Division.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -2</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, January 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-109 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Devin Booker finishing with Devin Booker points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Suns Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>In Suns games this season, the average over/under line has been 231.1 points, which is higher than today's line of 227.5. Phoenix has a season record of 23-22-0 on the O/U.</p>

<p>Looking at their ATS record, the Suns are 16-28 overall and 9-11 on the road. As the favorite, they are 11-21 vs. the spread and 22-11 straight-up. On the road, their ATS record is 9-11.</p>

<p>Phoenix's last game finished with a combined score of 264 points, easily going over the O/U line of 243.5. The Suns lost the game to the Pacers by a score of 133-131. They were favored by 5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>Currently, the Suns are 6th in the Western Conference with a record of 26-19. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 17-14 and 5-7 in their division. On the road, Phoenix is 12-8.</p>

<p>On average, the Suns have a scoring differential of +2.8 points per game on the road. This season, they have an ATS record of 9-11 on the road.</p><p>The Suns are one of the top offensive teams in the league, averaging 116.8 points per game, which is 12th in the NBA. Interestingly, they have been better on the road (116.6 PPG) than at home (116.9 PPG).</p>

<p>When it comes to scoring, Phoenix has outscored the NBA average in 53.3% of their games this season. They are also 6th in field goal percentage at 49% and have a true shooting percentage of 5th.</p>

<p>Despite their high-scoring offense, the Suns are just 23rd in pace at 97.9 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 9th in percentage (37%) but 24th in attempts.</p><p>The Suns' defense is presently ranked 15th in the league, allowing an average of 114.5 points per contest. Phoenix's defense is currently forcing 13.9 turnovers per game, which is 21st in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 7th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.9 rejections per game.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>In Orlando's last game, they were 6.5-point favorites against the Grizzlies but lost by a score of 107-106. The O/U line for that game was 212 points.</p>

<p>This season, Orlando has an O/U record of 21-24, and their games have averaged 222.4 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Magic have gone 28-17 this season, including a 14-7 record at home. They have failed to cover the spread in their last two games and are 9-4 ATS as underdogs this season.</p>

<p>Looking at their overall record, the Magic are 23-22 and are currently 8th in the Eastern Conference. In the Southeast Division, they are in 2nd place.</p>

<p>When facing other Eastern Conference teams, the Magic are 17-13 compared to 6-9 in non-conference games. At home, Orlando is 14-7, and they are 9-15 on the road.</p><p>At home, the Magic are averaging 114 points per game, which is 21st in the NBA. Overall, they are 25th in scoring at 111.3 points per game. In terms of pace, Orlando is 20th in the league.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are last in the NBA in both three-point percentage and three-point makes per game. They are hitting just 34% of their attempts from beyond the arc.</p>

<p>So far this season, Orlando has outscored the league scoring average in just 35.6% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 27th in the NBA.</p><p>Currently, the Magic's defense holds the 6th rank in the NBA, allowing 111.1 points per game. Most recently, the Magic's defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 107 points to the Grizzlies.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 1/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</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>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Wild and Penguins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Penguins are hosting the game at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The Wild are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference contest against the Penguins. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, October 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Penguins.</li><li>We like the Penguins on the moneyline (+107)</li><li>The Penguins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Minnesota Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Minnesota's defense struggled in their 7-5 loss to the Flyers, bringing their record to 5-1-2. The Wild were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 5.5 goals. The 12 combined goals easily surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Wild tied the game in the second. They took a 4-3 lead in the third, but the Flyers responded with four unanswered goals to secure the win.</p><p>Marcus Foligno led the way for the Wild with two goals, bringing his season total to three. He scored his first in the second period, followed by another early in the third. Joel Eriksson Ek added his fourth goal of the season, while Brock Faber and Jacob Middleton also found the net.</p> <p>Kirill Kaprizov picked up his 10th and 11th assists of the season, contributing to the Wild's 5-goal effort on 26 shots. Minnesota had 15 giveaways and scored their third goal on a power play.</p><p>Minnesota's defense struggled early and late, giving up two goals in the first 3:51 of the game and two more in the final 2:24, including an empty netter. Filip Gustavsson made 16 saves with a 72.7% save percentage. The Wild's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 9 hits.</p><h3>Will Pittsburgh Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Penguins fell to 3-6-1 after a 4-3 loss to the Canucks. Pittsburgh held a 2-0 lead early in the second period, but Vancouver responded with four straight goals. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark. Pittsburgh, as the puck line underdog, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for the Penguins, but their defense couldn’t hold the lead. They allowed four goals in the second period, and their third-period goal wasn’t enough to catch up. Pittsburgh’s defense struggled, giving up 34 shots on goal, while their offense managed 24 shots.</p><p>Evgeni Malkin was involved in two of Pittsburgh's three goals, picking up his 11th assist on Bryan Rust's third goal of the season and later scoring his fourth goal in the third period. Anthony Beauvillier, who scored the Penguins' first goal, now has three goals this season and added his first assist on Rust's goal.</p> <p>The Penguins took 24 shots on goal but were held scoreless on the power play. They scored once in each period and had 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins struggled in their last game, allowing four goals to the Canucks. All four goals came in the second period, with the first one coming at the 15:54 mark and the last at 10:02. Alex Nedeljkovic made 30 saves and posted a save percentage of 88.2%. The Penguins' defense also recorded 13 blocks, 16 hits, and 4 takeaways.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction 10/29/24

<p>At 1:35 PM ET, the Mariners and Pirates square off in an interleague matchup. This one is being played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, and the Mariners are the heavy favorite on the money line (-158). The money line odds for the Pirates are sitting at +134, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Seattle comes in with a record of 63-61 and will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak. The Pirates have won two straight and are 5th in the NL Central with an overall record of 58-64. Jake Woodford will start for the Pirates, while the Mariners are sending George Kirby to the mound. SN PT is carrying this one on TV.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline +134</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 1:35 ET on Sunday, August 18th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Pirates to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Pittsburgh cruised to a 7-2 win over the Mariners in the most recent game of this series. The Pirates had a huge 3rd inning, scoring seven of their nine runs. As for the Mariners, they scored their only two runs in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Pirates were at +131 on the money line.</p>

<p>Seattle wasted a good outing from Luis Castillo, as he gave up just two earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work. On the other side, Bailey Falter got the win for the Pirates, going 5 2/3 innings and giving up two earned runs.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Pirates were led by Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Rowdy Tellez, as they were the only two Pirates hitters to have more than one hit. Kiner-Falefa, Jared Triolo, and Joey Bart each had two RBIs for Pittsburgh's offense.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is on the road today, looking to pick up a win vs. the Pirates, as they have dropped five straight games, and they are 63-61 overall. The Mariners are 4.0 games behind the Astros for the AL West lead, and they are 19-13 in the division this year. Seattle's losing streak has them down 0-2 in the series vs. the Pirates.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners have gone 37-26 this year and are 26-35 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 82 games, going 44-38 in those games. As the underdog, the Mariners are 19-23 this year, and their overall series record is 17-20-2.</p><p>Seattle is 53-71 against the run line this season, including a 26-35 mark on the road. The Mariners have failed to cover the run line in their last six road games and are just 3-9 in their last 12 games overall. They are 21-21 against the run line as an underdog this season.</p><p>The Seattle Mariners are on the road today against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Mariners games this season is 7.7 runs. Seattle has an over/under record of 54-65 on the season. When the over/under line has been set at 8 runs, the Mariners have an over/under record of 8-11-1. So far this season, 28 of Seattle's games have had over/under lines set at more than 8 runs, accounting for 22.6% of their games. Their over/under record for games with lines set at 8 runs is 8-11-1. The over has hit in each of their last two games.</p><p>Seattle is sending right-hander George Kirby to the mound today vs. the Pirates. He has made 25 starts this year and has a record of 8-9 with a 3.42 ERA. Kirby's WHIP for the season is currently 1.08. In his 25 starts, he has turned in 15 quality starts. Kirby's last outing came vs. the Tigers, where he took the loss, giving up six earned runs in 3 2/3 innings of work. Before that outing, he had gone three straight starts without giving up a homer. Kirby has been much better at home this year, coming in with a record of 5-3 and an ERA of 3.49 compared to 3-6 with a 4.54 ERA on the road.</p><p>Cal Raleigh has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 26 home runs are the best mark on the Mariners' roster and 10th best in the MLB. He is also 14th in the league with 76 RBIs. However, his batting average is just .211, which is the worst mark among Seattle's regular starters. Julio Rodríguez has been the team's most consistent hitter this season, batting .265 with 11 homers.</p>

<p>Over his last four games, Jorge Polanco is 4/13, and Julio Rodríguez has gone 6/15 in that same stretch. Rodriguez is also on a four-game hitting streak. As a team, the Mariners are batting just .215, and they are 27th in the league in scoring at 3.9 runs per game.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 58-64 overall, and they trail the Brewers by 12.5 games in the NL Central. The Pirates have gone 17-15 against other teams in the division. Currently, they are in 5th place in the NL Central, just behind the Reds for 4th place.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 29-31 this year and 29-33 on the road. Pittsburgh has won two straight games, and this came after losing eight in a row. So far, they are 25-21 as the favorite and 33-43 as the underdog.</p><p>The Pirates have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 69-53. They are 32-28 on the run line at home and 37-25 on the run line on the road. They have covered the run line in four straight games and are 51-25 on the run line as an underdog.</p><p>The Pirates are at home against the Mariners today, and the over/under line is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Pittsburgh games this season is 8.5 runs, and their over/under record is 59-62. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 12-14. Overall, 62 of their games have had over/under lines set at more than 8 runs, which is 50.8% of their games this season. They have hit the over in their last three games.</p><p>Jake Woodford gets the start for the Pirates today and is looking for his first win of the season. So far, he has made four starts and six total appearances. Woodford's record is 0-4, and he has an ERA of 5.87. Opponents are batting .250 off the right-hander this season. In his last outing, Woodford took the loss, going six innings and giving up one earned run on three hits. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight outings. Woodford's ERA at home is 10.08 compared to 0.75 on the road.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Pirates are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. This season, they are batting just .235, which is 17th in the league, and are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and slugging percentage. However, they do have a few hitters who have put up some solid power numbers, with Bryan Reynolds, Bryan De La Cruz, and Oneil Cruz all having at least 18 homers.</p>

<p>Recently, Isiah Kiner-Falefa has been swinging a hot bat for the Pirates, going 7/19 in his last five games with a homer and three RBIs. Yasmani Grandal has also gone deep in two straight games and is on a three-game hitting streak. Andrew McCutchen has been even better, as he is 6/19 in his last six games.</p>

Seattle Mariners vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 8/18/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Canucks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Ottawa?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 17-13-2 this season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense recorded 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle, but still managed to find the net three times. Adam Gaudette scored his 7th goal of the season in the first period, while Brady Tkachuk added his 7th in the second. Tim Stützle capped off the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter in the third period.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists. Tim Stützle's assist on Tkachuk's goal was his 10th of the season. Ottawa was held without a power play goal in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators will be looking to build off their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 16-10-6 this season. Vancouver was favored by -1.5 goals, but they failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver trailed 1-0 in the second period before Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks a 2-1 lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to even the score again. Suter netted his second goal with just 26 seconds left to secure the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and registered 25 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter's first goal tied the game 1-1 in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to carry some momentum into their next game after helping secure a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The first goal they allowed came 2:37 into the 2nd period, and the second came with just 1:17 left in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Bonnies and Saints game? Catch the action at MVP Arena in Albany, NY, as the Saints hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. St. Bonaventure is favored by -7.5 in this non-conference contest against Siena. The game's over/under currently sits at 127.5 points.</p><h3>ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES VS SIENA SAINTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at MVP Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Saints.</li><li>Not only will Siena pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can St. Bonaventure Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>St. Bonaventure improved to 9-1 on the season with a 74-70 road win over Providence on Saturday. The Bonnies entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>St. Bonaventure led 35-26 at halftime, but the game’s total points of 144 exceeded the O/U line of 127.5, as the Bonnies scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, and they hit 71.4% of their free throws, going 20-for-28 from the line.</p> <p>Melvin Council Jr. led the way with 24 points, shooting 52.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. Noel Brown added 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Lajae Jones contributed 15 points on 75% shooting. The Bonnies grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Bonnies limited their opponent to 41% shooting inside the arc, with 10 made two-point baskets.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Bonaventure's defense allowed 10 threes on 32 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. Their opponent also went 20/24 from the free-throw line, shooting 83%. The Bonnies gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Saints Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Siena evened their record at 5-5 with a 66-53 win over Canisius on Sunday. The Saints, who were -4.5 favorites going into the game, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After a 24-24 tie at halftime, Siena’s defense stepped up, allowing just 29 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42. The game’s total points of 119 fell under the O/U line of 134.</p><p>In their last game, Siena's offense put up 66 points, shooting 46.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 35.7% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 28 from deep, and shot 57.7% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Paul McMillan IV led the way with 22 points and 4 assists, while Justice Shoats added 18 points and 3 assists. Brendan Coyle contributed 17 points, hitting 5 threes, and grabbed 9 rebounds. Siena also collected 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Even with Siena's defense holding their opponent to just 53 points, they couldn't come away with the win. The Saints allowed 40% shooting from the field, as their opponent went 17/42 overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense gave up 4 threes on 12 attempts, a 33% rate. They also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they hit 15 free throws, shooting 78%.</p>

St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs Siena Saints NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 3:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena in Morehead, KY. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with Morehead State being favored by -4.5 at home against Tennessee State.</p><h3>TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS VS MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena at 3:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Morehead State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Tigers?</h3><p>Tennessee State’s season woes continued with a 77-75 loss to Southern Indiana on Thursday, dropping their record to 1-8. Despite being +4.5 point underdogs, the Tigers kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 152 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>The Tigers led 40-39 at halftime but were outscored 38-35 in the second half, leading to another loss.</p><p>Brandon Weston led the way for Tennessee State with 33 points, shooting 52.9% from the field in their last game. Aaron Nkrumah added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc, while Damoni Harrison knocked down 5 threes at a 62.5% rate, finishing with 19 points.</p> <p>The Tigers shot 43.6% overall, with a 27.3% mark from three-point range, and an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 21 of 28 free throws (75%) and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, finishing with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Tennessee State's defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. The Tigers allowed 42% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 16/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tennessee State's defense saw the opposition hit 8 of 22 attempts, good for 36%. The Tigers also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, shooting 67%. Tennessee State allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Eagles Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>The Eagles improved to 3-6 on the season with a 70-69 win over UT Martin on Thursday. Morehead State was favored by 5.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>After trailing 31-30 at halftime, the Eagles matched UT Martin’s 29 points in the 2nd half to secure the narrow victory at home.</p><p>Morehead State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 42.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 19 attempts, and went 18 for 35 on two-pointers, shooting 51.4% inside the arc.</p> <p>Jerone Morton led the way with 18 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the field and 66.7% from three. Tarence Guinyard added 17 points despite shooting just 28.6%, while Tyler Brelsford contributed 13 points, hitting 16.7% from deep.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 69 points, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 19 attempts, with the opposition shooting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10, shooting 62%. Morehead State allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-141) will host the Utah Jazz (+119) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5 points.</p>

<p>Utah enters this game with a record of 6-20, which is good for 14th in the Western Conference. Brooklyn is 11-16 and sits 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-71 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-119 win over the Pistons on Thursday, the Jazz improved to 6-20 this season. Utah, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 245, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5.</p> <p>The Jazz started strong, leading 48-19 after the 1st quarter, thanks to a 10-0 run. However, the Pistons fought back, winning the 2nd quarter 35-19 and the 3rd quarter 32-30. Utah entered the 4th quarter with a 97-86 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-29 in the final period.</p><p>Collin Sexton led the Jazz to a win over the Pistons with 30 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Keyonte George added 28 points, knocking down 7 threes at 53.8%, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 27 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>Utah connected on 20 threes, shooting 50% from deep and 47% overall. Sexton scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Markkanen added 13 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Jazz defense shined in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 35. The Pistons scored 32 and 33 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters, respectively, but Utah still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Jazz held Detroit to 43% shooting and just 27% from three-point range, with the Pistons making 13 threes. The Pistons also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. Utah grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Brooklyn as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Nets improved to 11-16 this season with a 101-94 road win over the Raptors on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn took control in the 4th quarter, holding Toronto to 18 points while scoring 31. An 11-0 run broke a 90-90 tie, giving the Nets a 101-90 lead before the Raptors added a few late points.</p><p>In their win over the Raptors, the Nets shot just 40.2% from the field and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the floor and making 4 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Johnson scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while Shake Milton and Noah Clowney each added 6 of their 12 and 11 points, respectively, in the final period. Ben Simmons also contributed 12 points, with 5 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Nets put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Raptors to just 94 points. Brooklyn was especially effective in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, the Nets limited Toronto to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes on 34% shooting. Brooklyn sent Toronto to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Nets also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 6 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>