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<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Yellow Jackets face off at 12:00 ET on ESPNU. The Yellow Jackets are hosting the game at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA. This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Georgia Tech is favored to win by -6.5 at home vs. Boston College.</p><h3>BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Eagles?</h3><h3>Boston College Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston College improved to 9-5 on the season with a 78-68 win over Miami on Wednesday. The Eagles, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 146, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-29 at halftime, BC turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Miami 49-27. The Eagles’ strong defensive effort and offensive surge were key to their comeback win.</p><p>Boston College put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a 48.8% mark on two-pointers and 38.5% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 80.8%, hitting 21 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the Eagles with 21 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Chad Venning added 17 points in just 18 minutes, shooting 70% from the field. Joshua Beadle was perfect from deep, going 2 for 2 and finishing with 13 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall.</p><p>Boston College gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston College's defense saw the other team hit 5 of 13 threes, good for 38%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, an 80% clip. Boston College allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Georgia Tech Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech improved to 7-7 on the season with an 86-75 home win over Notre Dame on Tuesday, December 31st. The Yellow Jackets, who were favored by 1.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>Tech took control early, leading 43-24 at halftime, but allowed Notre Dame to score 51 points in the second half while matching that total with 43 points of their own.</p><p>Georgia Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 56.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%. They hit 66.7% of their two-point attempts and 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 20 three-point shots.</p> <p>Tae Davis led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, while Javian McCollum and Duncan Powell each added 21 points. Matt Allocco contributed 15 points and 7 assists, and Lance Terry was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to connect on 66% of their two-point attempts, as they went 22/33 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Yellow Jackets gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, with the other team shooting 40%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws, hitting 72%.</p>

Boston College Eagles vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redhawks versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Moody Coliseum (Abilene) in Abilene, TX. Seattle is favored by -1.5 in this Western Athletic conference matchup the against Abilene Christian. The over/under for the game is set at 141.5 points.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Abilene Christian Wildcats +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moody Coliseum (Abilene) at 8:00 ET on Thursday, March 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ABILENE CHRISTIAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Abilene Christian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Redhawks Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>Seattle is favored by 1.5 points in this game, and they have been favored in 20 of their 29 games this season. The Redhawks are 15-5 in those games.</p>

<p>So far, Seattle has been better at home than on the road, going 13-4 compared to 4-7. Their average scoring margin at home is +8.8 compared to -0.6 on the road.</p><p>Seattle has an ATS record of 16-12 this season, including a mark of 7-4 vs. the spread on the road. As the favorite, the Redhawks are just 9-11 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Seattle is 4-6 ATS.</p><p>Seattle's over/under record for the season sits at 11-17, and the average scoring total in their games is 141.3 points. Today's over/under line of 141.5 is very close to the average OU line in their games this year, which is 140.7. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 74.1 points per game, the Seattle had a below average performance. They scored 62 points against UT Arlington and had a field goal percentage of 35.1%. The top scorer for the Redhawks was Cameron Tyson with 32 points, while John Christofilis also chipped in with 7 points.</p><p>Currently, the Redhawks' defense holds the 58th rank in the nation, allowing 67.3 points per game. Seattle's three-point defense is currently 34th in the country at 5.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 39.6% of their shots vs. Seattle.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>Abilene Christian has been a much better team at home this season, as they have gone 6-5 compared to 7-9 on the road. They have won two straight at home and are 7-3 in their last 10 games at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Abilene Christian has gone 7-10 this season, and they are currently riding a six-game win streak. In their last game, they defeated Utah Tech by a score of 86-79.</p><p>As the underdog, Abilene Christian has gone 10-7 vs. the spread this season. At home, their ATS record is 5-6, and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 141.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Abilene Christian's games this season (145.8). So far, 19 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is at 153 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Abilene Christian offense put up 86 points against Utah Tech. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 47.7% and made 6 threes. The team's scoring leader is Ali Abdou Dibba, who holds an average of 15.5 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Airion Simmons is averaging 13.2 points per game this season.</p><p>At this time, the Wildcats' defense is positioned 238th in the country, permitting 74.4 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.6 threes per game vs. Seattle. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.1%.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs Abilene Christian Wildcats Betting Pick & Prediction 3/7/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Crusaders and Leopards face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Leopards are hosting the game at Kirby Sports Center in Easton, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 132.5 points, and Lafayette is favored by -4.5 to win at home against Holy Cross.</p><h3>HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS VS LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lafayette Leopards -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kirby Sports Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Leopards.</li><li>Not only will Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Holy Cross Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Holy Cross Crusaders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Holy Cross improved to 8-6 on the season with a 70-59 win over Navy on Wednesday, January 8th. Playing at home, the Crusaders entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Holy Cross led 38-30 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Navy 32-29. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 140.5 over/under line.</p><p>Holy Cross put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63%. They hit 50% from beyond the arc, going 10-for-20, and connected on 55.9% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 21 points, hitting 5-of-8 from three-point range. Aidan Kehoe and Caleb Kenney each added 18 points, with Kehoe shooting 81.8% and grabbing 14 rebounds. The Crusaders finished with just 3 offensive rebounds and 17 assists.</p><p>Even with Holy Cross giving up 53% shooting, they managed to hold their opponent to just 59 points. The Crusaders allowed 29 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Holy Cross gave up 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line only 3 times, where they made 2 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Leopards Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Lafayette Leopards Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Lafayette’s season record dropped to 5-10 following their 65-62 loss to Bucknell on Wednesday. The Leopards, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the 131.5 over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 33-27 at halftime, Lafayette tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 25 points while scoring 31 of their own. Despite the improved effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Lafayette's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 17 threes for a 17.6% shooting percentage. Their overall field goal percentage was 42.6%, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. From inside the arc, they shot 52.3%, connecting on 23 of 44 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Leopards shot 53.8%, making 7 of 13 attempts. They grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists. Josh Bascoe led the team with 23 points, shooting 53.3% from the field and 50.0% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 10 attempts.</p><p>Lafayette's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% (25/62). They allowed 16 two-point shots on 34 attempts, giving up a 47% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Leopards' defense conceded 9 threes on 28 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6, shooting 54%. Lafayette gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Holy Cross Crusaders vs Lafayette Leopards NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

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<p>Betting on today's Norse and Vikings game? Catch the action at Wolstein Center in Cleveland, OH, as the Vikings hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Horizon League conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and Cleveland State is favored to win by -4 at home vs. Northern Kentucky.</p><h3>NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE VS CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland State Vikings -4</p><p>This game will be played at Wolstein Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Cleveland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Northern Kentucky Pull Off A Win at Wolstein Center?</h3><p>After a 68-53 loss to Oakland on Saturday, the Norse are now 7-9 this season. Northern Kentucky, who were -3.5 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 41-32 at halftime, the Norse managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 27. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>Northern Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 53 points with a 36.4% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they shot 24.1% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>They also shot 50% from the free-throw line, going 6 for 12. Buru Naivalurua was a bright spot, shooting 87.5% from the field and grabbing 9 rebounds, while DQ Cole added 16 points, hitting 4 threes.</p><p>Despite giving up 13 offensive rebounds, Northern Kentucky held their opponent to 68 points on 36% shooting. The Norse limited damage from beyond the arc, with their opponent hitting just 7 of 29 threes (24%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Northern Kentucky's opponent struggled, making only 6 of 12 attempts (50%).</p><h3>Can the Vikings Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Cleveland State Vikings Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Vikings improved to 9-6 on the season with an 80-72 road win over Youngstown State on Saturday. Cleveland State entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 37-31 at halftime, the Vikings scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Cleveland State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They connected on 50% of their three-point attempts, going 11-for-22 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Vikings dished out 18 assists, with Tevin Smith leading the way with 7. Tahj Staveskie contributed 21 points, hitting 4-of-10 from deep, while Cris Carroll knocked down 3-of-4 threes, finishing with 18 points on 66.7% shooting.</p><p>Despite Cleveland State's defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 40% from the field. The Vikings held them to 37% shooting on two-point attempts, with 9 made shots out of 24.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cleveland State's opponent hit 13 threes on 31 attempts, shooting 41%. They also went to the free-throw line 16 times, making 15 of those for a 93% success rate. The Vikings gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Eagles are favored at -276 on the money line as they host the Rams at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The Eagles and Rams will kick off at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th, with NBC handling the television coverage. The Eagles are -6 point favorites, and the over/under line is at 43.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES RAMS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Eagles -6</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 29 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rams Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>The Rams finished the regular season 10-7, which was good enough to win the NFC West. After snapping a two-game losing streak with a week 3 win over the 49ers, they dropped their final two games, losing to the Bears in week 4 and the Packers in week 5. In week 7, they bounced back with a 20-15 win over the Raiders, though they didn’t cover the 7-point spread as favorites.</p> <p>Heading into the playoffs, the Rams were 11th in our power rankings. Their average scoring margin this season is -0.1 points per game, and they are 10-8 against the spread. Their O/U record is 8-10, with their games averaging 43.8 points compared to an average line of 46.8.</p><p>Heading into the divisional round, the Rams sit 15th in our offensive power rankings. They are 18th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 21.9, and 15th in yards per game, with 329.2. In the passing game, they are 15th in attempts and 11th in yards per game, averaging 226.1. On the ground, they rank 19th in rushing attempts and 24th in rushing yards per game. The Rams are 20th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 36.8%, and they rank 26th in 1st-quarter scoring.</p> <p>Matthew Stafford had a strong performance in the Wild Card round, posting a passer rating of 117, with 209 yards and 2 touchdowns on 19/27 passing. Kyren Williams led the team in rushing with 76 yards on 16 carries, while Tyler Higbee had 5 catches for 58 yards. The Rams scored 14 points in the 1st half against the Vikings but were held scoreless in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Rams' defense was dominant in their 27-9 win over the Vikings, sacking the quarterback nine times and allowing just 163 passing yards. They were tough against the run, holding Minnesota to 106 yards on 22 attempts. The Rams also had 14 quarterback hits, six more than the Vikings, and had 10 tackles for loss.</p>
<p>Although they gave up one touchdown through the air, the Rams limited the Vikings to a 4.1 yards per attempt. Additionally, they held Minnesota to a 35.3% conversion rate on third down and came away with one interception.</p><h3>Are The Eagles Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>After a 14-3 regular season, the Eagles secured the top spot in the NFC East and the 2nd seed in the conference. They ended the year with two straight wins, including a 20-13 victory over the Giants in week 18. Before that, they bounced back from a week 16 loss to Washington by dominating the Cowboys 41-7 in week 17. Philadelphia was favored by 7.5 points in that game and easily covered the spread.</p> <p>Heading into the divisional round, the Eagles rank 5th in our power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +9.6 points per game and are 12-6 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 7-11, with their games averaging 44.3 points compared to a 45-point line.</p><p>Heading into the divisional round, the Eagles are 4th in our offensive power rankings. They are 7th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 26.9 points per game, and 10th in yards per game, with 362.9. Philadelphia has leaned heavily on their run game, leading the league in rushing attempts and ranking 2nd in rushing yards per game with 178.7. On the other hand, they are 30th in passing yards per game, with 184.2, and 30th in passing attempts.</p> <p>In their wild-card win over the Packers, the Eagles scored 10 points in the first quarter and finished with 22. Jalen Hurts threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns, posting a passer rating of 111. DeVonta Smith led the team with 55 receiving yards, while Saquon Barkley rushed for 119 yards on 25 carries. Philadelphia struggled on 3rd down, converting only 2 of 11 attempts, and went 1 for 4 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 22-10 win over the Packers, the Eagles' defense was opportunistic, coming up with three interceptions. Despite allowing 107 rushing yards on 25 attempts, they held Green Bay to just 10 points. Philadelphia's secondary was particularly strong, allowing only 195 passing yards and no touchdowns, while also holding the Packers to a 60.6% completion rate.<p></p>On third downs, the Eagles allowed the Packers to convert 53.8% of their chances. Philadelphia also had two sacks and won the tackles for loss battle.</p>

Los Angeles Rams vs Philadelphia Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Golden Bears versus the Tar Heels? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, NC. The over/under for this Atlantic Coast conference contest is set at 159.5 points, with North Carolina being favored by -14.5 at home against California.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS VS NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dean E. Smith Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Tar Heels.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina winning straight-up, we like California at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will California Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>California Golden Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Bears fell to 8-8 on the season after a 71-68 home loss to Virginia Tech on Saturday. Cal entered the game as 7-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Cal struggled early, trailing 42-23 at halftime, but mounted a comeback in the 2nd half, outscoring the Hokies 45-29. Despite the strong finish, they couldn't complete the comeback.</p><p>California struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.4% from the field and 25.9% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 38.2%. They did manage to hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line, and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 1-for-6 from beyond the arc. Jaydon Young and Jeremiah Wilkinson each added 14 points, with Young shooting 54.5% overall. Tyler Johnson contributed 11 points and pulled down 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 71 points, the California Golden Bears held their opponent to just 32% shooting from the field, with a 36% mark on two-point attempts (15/41). From beyond the arc, they allowed 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting rate.</p> <p>California sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, an 81% success rate. The Golden Bears also gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Tar Heels Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>North Carolina improved to 11-6 on the season with a 63-61 win over NC State on Saturday. The Tar Heels were -4.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 124 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNC led 26-20 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. Despite the narrow margin, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>In their last game, the Tar Heels put up 63 points, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 36.8% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-19 from beyond the arc, and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 4 of 8 attempts.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 21 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Hill added 20 points and 9 rebounds. Jalen Washington contributed 11 rebounds and shot 66.7% from the field, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 36% shooting. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 3/19, or 15%.</p> <p>Even with 16 offensive rebounds, the opposing team couldn't capitalize, shooting 45% from two-point range. They did manage to hit 10/12 free throws, good for 83%.</p>

California Golden Bears vs North Carolina Tar Heels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Betting on today's Trojans and Warhawks game? Catch the action at Fant-Ewing Coliseum in Monroe, LA, as the Warhawks hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. Troy come into this Sun Belt conference matchup as the -11 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 135 points.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks +11</p><p>This game will be played at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Warhawks.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Monroe pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trojans Lock in a Win at Monroe?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Trojans dropped to 8-6 on the season after an 84-78 home loss to Arkansas State on Saturday. Troy, who entered the game as -2.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 43-34 at halftime, Troy allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring just 35. The game’s total points reached 162, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.</p><p>Tayton Conerway led the Trojans with 32 points and 7 assists, shooting 66.7% from the field and 57.1% from beyond the arc. Taryn Todd added 21 points and 7 rebounds, while Theo Seng contributed 18 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p> <p>Troy connected on 10 threes at a 40% rate, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. They shot 46.2% overall and 71.4% from the free-throw line, with 11 offensive rebounds and 15 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite Troy's defensive efforts, they allowed 84 points on 46% shooting from the field. The opposing team connected on 24 of their 52 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team hit 10 threes on 25 attempts, shooting 40%. They also went to the free-throw line 28 times, making 20 of those shots.</p><h3>Do the Warhawks Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Louisiana-Monroe dropped to 2-14 on the season after a 71-68 loss to Louisiana-Lafayette on Saturday. The Warhawks, who were +6.5 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>ULM led 35-30 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The combined points of 139 fell just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>In their last game, Louisiana-Monroe put up 68 points, shooting 45.3% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.4% (5/17) of their threes. At the free-throw line, the Warhawks shot 60%, making 15 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, they grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Makai Willis led the team with 17 points and 8 rebounds, while Kentrell Garnett and Tyreese Watson each added 15 points. Watson was efficient, shooting 4/5 from the field and 2/2 from three-point range.</p><p>Louisiana-Monroe's defense held their opponent to 71 points on 35% shooting from the field, including 33% from two-point range. Despite the solid defensive effort, the Warhawks gave up 11 three-pointers on 28 attempts, a 39% success rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, their opponent shot 87%, converting 14 of 16 attempts. Louisiana-Monroe also allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Troy Trojans vs Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>From Busch Stadium in St. Louis, we have the Giants and Cardinals facing off in an NL matchup. First pitch for this one is set for 2:15 PM ET. NBCS will be televising this one.</p>

<p>The Giants are 3-3 over their last six games, while the Cardinals have won four of their last five. San Francisco is 4th in the NL West, while the Cardinals are 2nd in the NL Central. The money line odds for today's game have the Giants at -106 and the Cardinals at -113. Today's over/under line is sitting at 8.5 runs.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline -106</p><p>This game will be played at Busch Stadium at 2:15 ET on Saturday, June 22nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GIANTS VS CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Giants to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Cardinals vs Giants series. St. Louis went into the matchup as slight underdogs at -101 and squeaked out a 6-5 win. The Cardinals had a three-run 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up two in the 5th. As for the Giants, they scored three runs in the 3rd and added two more in the 6th.</p>

<p>San Francisco actually outhit the Cardinals in the game 11 to 7. Heading into the game, the Giants were favored at -118 on the money line.</p>

<p>Andre Pallante got the win for the Cardinals out of the bullpen, while Ryan Helsley got the save. Keaton Winn took the loss for San Francisco as the starter. </p>
<h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>The Giants are 36-40 overall and trail the Dodgers by 10 games in the NL West. Currently, they are 4th in the division and have gone 13-13 in divisional matchups. San Francisco has dropped three straight games, and they lost the first game of this series vs. the Cardinals.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants have gone 20-17 this season compared to 16-23 on the road. As the favorite, the Giants are 21-18 and 15-22 as the underdog. So far, they have dropped three straight games on the road, and their overall series record is 12-10-2.</p><p>When the Giants are on the road, they have been a good bet against the run line, going 21-18 this season. Their average run differential on the road is -0.7, which is better than their overall average run differential of -0.4. They have been a better bet against the run line as the underdog compared to the favorite, going 21-16 against the run line when they are not favored.</p><p>The San Francisco Giants are on the road today against the St. Louis Cardinals. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Giants have had an average combined run average of 9.1 runs per game this season. Their over/under record for the season is 41-33, and their over/under record when the line is set at 8.5 runs is 9-6. The over has hit in two straight games for the Giants.</p><p>Right-hander Jordan Hicks gets the start for the Giants today as he faces his former team, the Cardinals. So far this season, he has made 15 starts and has a record of 4-3 with an ERA of 2.82. Opponents have hit .220 this season off Hicks, and his WHIP is currently 1.23. Hicks' last outing came against the Cubs, where he went five innings, giving up no earned runs and four hits. He finished with a no-decision in that outing. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Giants are averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 15th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.5 runs per contest. San Francisco's team batting average is .247, and they are 10th in the league in terms of batting average. Heliot Ramos comes into the game with a batting average of .307 and has gone 10/36 with four homers over his last eight games.</p>

<p>Thairo Estrada and Jorge Soler are tied for 2nd on the team with nine homers apiece, but both players are batting below .250 for the season. Estrada comes into the game with a batting average of .240, while Soler is batting just .226. Estrada is the team's current leader in RBIs, with 39.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is at an even 37-37 overall as they trail the Brewers by six games in the NL Central. The Cardinals are 9-9 in divisional games this year and have won three straight games at home. So far, they are 18-15 at home and 19-22 on the road.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Cardinals have won two straight games and are 19-20 overall in such games. They have been a bit above .500 as the favorite at 18-17. St. Louis' overall series record is 12-11-1, and they are winning their current series vs. the Giants.</p><p>St. Louis is 19-14 vs. the run line at home this season, and the Cardinals have covered the run line in five straight games at Busch Stadium. They are 24-15 vs. the run line as underdogs this season, and their average run differential in those games is -0.5 runs per game. Overall, the Cardinals are 37-37 vs. the run line this season.</p><p>The St. Louis Cardinals have seen their games go over the total more often than not this season, with a 31-40 over/under record. Their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game, and today's over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. When the line has been set at 8.5 runs, the over has hit at a 15-9 clip. Overall, 20.3% of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's 8.5-run total.</p><p>St. Louis starter Miles Mikolas has made 15 appearances this year and has a record of 5-6. His ERA is 4.59, along with a WHIP of 1.15. Mikolas has pitched much better on the road, coming in with a record of 5-4 and an ERA of 4.90. At home, he is 0-2 with a 5.36 ERA. Mikolas is coming off a start in which he gave up just one earned run in 6 1/3 innings of work. He got the win in that outing. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight starts.</p><p>St. Louis comes into the game with the league's 16th ranked home run total, and they are batting a collective .237, which is 13th in the league. However, they are just 25th in the league in runs scored and are averaging only 4 runs per game. As a team, they are also below average in terms of on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS.</p>

<p>Nolan Gorman and Alec Burleson have been the Cardinals' top power threats this season, with Gorman leading the team with 16 homers and Burleson's 10 homers being the 2nd most on the team. Brendan Donovan has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 9/25 in his last six games with two homers. He is also the team's current RBI leader.</p>

San Francisco Giants vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 6/22/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (15-23) will host the Knicks (26-15) in a divisional matchup. New York is currently favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 219.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and can be seen on ESPN. The Knicks (-226) are 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division, while the 76ers (+188) are 11th in the East and 3rd in the Atlantic. Philadelphia has lost three straight games.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-128 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can New York Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 26-15 on the season after a 124-119 home loss to the Pistons on Monday. New York, favored by 8 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 243 points exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 18.5 points.</p> <p>After a rough start, trailing 37-26 after the 1st quarter, the Knicks bounced back with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring Detroit 37-22. However, a 10-0 run by the Pistons in the 3rd quarter put New York in a hole, and despite a 29-29 4th quarter, the Knicks couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 31-point, 11-assist performance wasn't enough for the Knicks in their 124-119 loss to the Pistons. Brunson shot 50% from the field and added 12 points in the 4th quarter. Mikal Bridges hit 6 threes at a 75% clip, finishing with 27 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 26 points and 12 rebounds, connecting on 4 threes. The Knicks made 15 threes as a team, shooting 40.5% from deep and 50% overall from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Knicks had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Pistons to 22 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 37 and 36 points, respectively, in a 124-119 loss. Overall, New York allowed Detroit to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Knicks also gave up 15 threes, with the Pistons hitting 44% from deep. Detroit went to the line 18 times, making 17 free throws. New York finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 11 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Are Philadelphia Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 15-23 on the season after a 118-102 home loss to the Thunder on Tuesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +16 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The over/under line was set at 214, and the teams combined for 220 points.</p> <p>Oklahoma City went on an early 11-0 run, extending the score from 12-9 to 20-12. Philadelphia responded by winning the 2nd quarter 22-21 and the 3rd quarter 38-29, closing the gap to 87-81. However, the Thunder took control again in the 4th, outscoring the 76ers 31-21 to seal the win.</p><p>In their 118-102 loss to the Thunder, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting 44% from the field and just 29.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes. Justin Edwards led the way with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, connecting on 4 threes at a 44.4% rate.</p> <p>Jeff Dowtin contributed 18 points, with 10 coming in the 3rd quarter, while Guerschon Yabusele added 17 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor and hitting 3 threes at 60%. Ricky Council also chipped in 7 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 37 points, but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 21. However, they couldn't maintain that momentum, allowing 29 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th, resulting in a 118-102 loss to the Thunder.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 55% from the field, though they limited the Thunder to 12 made threes on 33% shooting. The 76ers sent the Thunder to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Philadelphia also gave up 10 offensive rebounds while recording 10 steals and 1 block.</p>

New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Betting on today's Terriers and Mocs game? Catch the action at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN, as the Mocs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Southern conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. Wofford.</p><h3>WOFFORD TERRIERS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Not only will Chattanooga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terriers Pull Off a Win at Chattanooga?</h3><h3>Wofford Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Terriers evened their record at 8-8 after an 81-62 road win over Furman on Monday. Wofford, who entered the game as +7 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Wofford dominated the first half, taking a 40-20 lead into halftime. They scored 41 points in the second half while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 143, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Wofford's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and hitting 40.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 13 of 32 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 55.9%, and they grabbed 20 offensive rebounds, with 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Dillon Bailey led the way with 19 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 5 of 7 from three-point range. Corey Tripp added 16 points, while Charles Johnston contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Wofford's defense held their opponent to just 62 points on 33% shooting from the field, as they went 23/69 overall. Inside the arc, Wofford allowed 42% shooting, with the opponent hitting 15 of their 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wofford's defense limited their opponent to 8/34 shooting, just 23%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. Wofford gave up 18 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Mocs Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Chattanooga improved to 8-7 on the season with a 91-66 win over VMI on Sunday. Playing at home, the Mocs entered the game as -13.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 157, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Chattanooga dominated the first half, leading 51-22 at the break. While they scored 40 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points, which could be a concern moving forward.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a field goal percentage of 62%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 80%, thanks in large part to their 67.9% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 19 of 28 attempts. They also connected on 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12 from the line.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 31 points, hitting 9 of 10 threes and shooting 75% overall. The Mocs dished out 24 assists, with Garrison Keeslar contributing 5 to go along with 11 points and 3 made threes. Augustinas Kiudulas added 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Frank Champion and Bash Wieland both shot 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 66 points on 62% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 54% from two-point range, making 12 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga allowed 19 threes on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting performance. Their opponent also shot 83% from the free-throw line, hitting 10 of 12 attempts. Chattanooga did limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 3.</p>

Wofford Terriers vs Chattanooga Mocs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Betting on today's Anteaters and Bruins game? Catch the action at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. UC Irvine is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference contest against Belmont. The game's over/under currently sits at 152.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Belmont Bruins +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BELMONT BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will Belmont pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Anteaters Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Anteaters dropped to 8-1 on the season after a 67-55 road loss to Oregon State on Saturday. UC Irvine entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the O/U line of 136.</p> 

<p>UC Irvine trailed 34-30 at halftime and struggled offensively in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 33. The Anteaters will look to bounce back after their first loss of the season.</p><p>UC Irvine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 37% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, with two-point shooting at 41.2% (14/34) and three-point shooting at 30% (6/20).</p> <p>They hit 75% of their free throws (9/12) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds. Damarco Minor led the way with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Michael Rataj added 13 points, and Parsa Fallah contributed 12 points, shooting 50% from the field.</p><p>UC Irvine's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 46% from the field on 24 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team went 18 for 35 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Irvine's defense held the opposition to 35% shooting, with 6 made threes on 17 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13, shooting 76%. UC Irvine allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Bruins Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Belmont improved to 8-2 on the season with a 93-86 win over Richmond on Saturday. The Bruins, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 40-34 at halftime, Belmont scored 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 52. The game’s total points of 179 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Belmont's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 93 points while shooting 57.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.2%, thanks in part to hitting 13 of 27 from beyond the arc, good for 48.1%.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the way with 28 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists, connecting on 5 of 9 from three-point range. Mike Walz and Brody Peebles were perfect from the field, each going 4 for 4, with Peebles hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Belmont's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 31 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Belmont's opponent shot 39%, connecting on 9 of 23 three-point attempts. The Bruins also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 23 free throws, a 79% clip. Belmont limited them to 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Gamecocks and Commodores game? Catch the action at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) in Nashville, TN, as the Commodores hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on SECN. This Southeastern conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Vanderbilt is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. South Carolina.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS VANDERBILT COMMODORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina Gamecocks +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Commodores.</li><li>Even though we have Vanderbilt winning straight-up, we like South Carolina at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Gamecocks Ready for a Win at Nashville?</h3><p>South Carolina fell to 10-6 on the season after a 66-63 home loss to Auburn on Saturday. Despite being +16.5 point underdogs, the Gamecocks kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>South Carolina led 40-34 at halftime but managed only 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32, which proved to be the difference in the game.</p><p>South Carolina's offense struggled in their latest game, putting up just 63 points on 41% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.3%, and they hit only 25% from beyond the arc, connecting on 4 of 16 attempts. At the free-throw line, they made just 9 of 16, shooting 56.2%.</p> <p>Collin Murray-Boyles led the way with 25 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field. Miles Kelly added 14 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range, while Tahaad Pettiford contributed 15 points, knocking down 2 of 5 from deep.</p><p>South Carolina's defense held their opponent to 66 points, with a field goal percentage of 41% on 25 of 61 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 45 shots to fall, a 46% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Gamecocks limited their opponent to 4 of 16 shooting, just 25%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 9, shooting 56%. South Carolina gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Vanderbilt Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Vanderbilt’s season record dropped to 13-3 after a 75-66 road loss to Missouri on Saturday. Entering the game as +5.5 point underdogs, the Commodores failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 141 points fell short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Vanderbilt trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the second half, as both teams scored 34 points after the break.</p><p>Vanderbilt's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, with a strong showing from beyond the arc, hitting 44.4% of their threes (8/18). At the free-throw line, they connected on 80%, making 16 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Commodores struggled, shooting just 38.2% on two-point attempts (13/34). Jason Edwards and Mark Mitchell both contributed 20 points, with Edwards shooting 54.5% overall. Anthony Robinson II was perfect from the field, going 4/4, including 2/2 from three, and added 8 assists.</p><p>Vanderbilt's defense gave up 75 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 49% from the field. They struggled to contain inside scoring, with the other team hitting 56% of their two-point attempts (14/25).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent connected on 41% of their threes, going 10/24. Vanderbilt also sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws (68%). The Commodores allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

We’ve come to the end of the most unique NASCAR Cup Series regular season ever. The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted the sport from March 8 to May 17. NASCAR officials managed to reschedule a bunch of races, finagle the schedule to include some back-to-backs and safer race locations, and got to this point. Twenty-six races were originally scheduled for the regular season and the 26th race will commence on Saturday at Daytona International Speedway.

The Coke Zero Sugar 400 will finish out the regular season and send us into the playoffs, where the Round of 16 begins next Sunday at Darlington Raceway. Credit to the teams, drivers, pit crews, NASCAR officials, local officials, and everybody else that had a hand in creating not only one of the most memorable NASCAR seasons, but perhaps one of the best.

The sport was able to take advantage of the absence of a lot of other sports in May and June to create a new generation of race fans and the early events were filled with drama.

We’ll have some additional drama here this week with the last race of the regular season and some playoff spots up for grabs. We’ve got odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a> for Saturday’s race and after we list those, we’ll break this one down for you.
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<td width="295">DENNY HAMLIN</td>
<td width="295">+700</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN HARVICK</td>
<td width="295">+1000</td>
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<td width="295">BRAD KESELOWSKI</td>
<td width="295">+1000</td>
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<td width="295">JOEY LOGANO</td>
<td width="295">+1000</td>
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<td width="295">RYAN BLANEY</td>
<td width="295">+1400</td>
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<td width="295">KYLE BUSCH</td>
<td width="295">+1400</td>
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<td width="295">CHASE ELLIOTT</td>
<td width="295">+1400</td>
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<td width="295">MARTIN TRUEX JR</td>
<td width="295">+1600</td>
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<td width="295">KURT BUSCH</td>
<td width="295">+1600</td>
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<td width="295">JIMMIE JOHNSON</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">ERIK JONES</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">ARIC ALMIROLA</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">ALEX BOWMAN</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">CLINT BOWYER</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">RICKY STENHOUSE JR.</td>
<td width="295">+2000</td>
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<td width="295">WILLIAM BYRON</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">MATT DIBENEDETTO</td>
<td width="295">+2800</td>
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<td width="295">RYAN NEWMAN</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">AUSTIN DILLON</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">CHRISTOPHER BELL</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">COLE CUSTER</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">CHRIS BUESCHER</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">MATT KENSETH</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">TYLER REDDICK</td>
<td width="295">+4000</td>
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<td width="295">MICHAEL MCDOWELL</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">TY DILLON</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">JOHN HUNTER NEMECHEK</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">BUBBA WALLACE</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">BRENDAN GAUGHAN</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">RYAN PREECE</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">DANIEL SUAREZ</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">COREY LAJOIE</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">BRENNAN POOLE</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">JOEY GASE</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">TIMMY HILL</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">QUIN HOUFF</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">GARRETT SMITHLEY</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">JJ YELEY</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">REED SORENSON</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">BJ MCLEOD</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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Denny Hamlin is the +700 favorite here and then things get really interesting. As you would expect with a race like this, the odds for the middle tier and long shot drivers get compressed a bit. Though these aren’t technically restrictor plate races anymore because a tapered spacer is used instead, the idea is still the same. The cars are brought down to a more level playing field to cut down the speed on the big track.

As a result, the prices get bumped down. There is also the high likelihood of a big wreck that takes out a chunk of the field, as we’ve seen with lots of races at Daytona and Talladega. That adds some additional variance to the race and the odds reflect that.
<h3><strong><u>Playoff Picture</u></strong></h3>
Here’s what we know. Kevin Harvick, Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Martin Truex Jr., Joey Logano, Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott, Aric Almirola, Kyle Busch, Kurt Busch, Alex Bowman, Austin Dillon, and Cole Custer are in. Clint Bowyer needs about three different worst-case scenarios to be held out.

There are three playoff spots up for grabs. I’d say more like two, with Bowyer likely in. Those are between Matt DiBenedetto, William Byron, Jimmie Johnson, Erik Jones, and Tyler Reddick.

Johnson sits four points behind Byron after a pretty good weekend at Dover. DiBenedetto is five points ahead of Byron. Johnson does have one bonus point. Byron has two. That could come into play with this race. We’ll just have to see how it all plays out. As we know, a lot of things can happen at Daytona.
<h3><strong><u>Daytona Success</u></strong></h3>
Fifteen different active drivers have a win at Daytona. This is the third stop of the season, but the most recent race was on the road course. This one is back on the speedway oval. Johnson and Hamlin are tied for the most wins with three. Kenseth and Harvick each have two. Everybody else has one.

Kurt Busch actually has the most top-five finishes with 13. Johnson has 12 and Harvick has 10. Hamlin has nine, but has done so in 29 races, while the others have at least 37. Kyle Busch has eight in his 30 races and Logano has six in 23 races.

The past results simply speak to the variance level of this race. Austin Dillon is the highest average finisher with at least 10 starts. Bowyer is second. Hamlin is third, but we’re talking about highest average finishes of 14.9, 16.4, and 16.8, respectively. It is hard to consistently run well at Daytona because of the restricted speeds and the crashes.
<h3><strong><u>The Handicap</u></strong></h3>
So, there are a lot of ways to look at this weekend. Drivers outside the playoffs obviously have everything to gain and everything to lose. There are also incentives for having extra playoff bonus points that will help you to the next round. There are three short-track races in the Round of 16 and that isn’t great news for a lot of the drivers.

Remember that Ryan Newman was in line to win the Daytona 500 before that scary and horrific crash. Denny Hamlin wound up winning and Ryan Blaney was second. Newman ultimately finished ninth and missed the next three races.

This is the type of place where it makes sense to try some longer shots. A guy like Dillon, who has a win and is the highest average finisher. He seems to like the restrictor races. Dillon is also a guy that doesn’t have anything to worry about this week. He’s punched his playoff ticket already, so now he can go aggressively to try and get some more playoff points. He’s +3300.

Somebody like a Tyler Reddick, who had Xfinity Series wins at both Daytona and Talladega. He hasn’t run well in his three Cup Series restrictor races to this point, but he’s had some good runs this season. He’s +4000.

Ultimately, a shorter price like Hamlin at +700 or Logano at +1000 probably wins. My favorite of the short prices is Ryan Blaney at +1000. Blaney was right there in the 500 and won at Talladega. He was the Daytona 500 runner-up in 2017 and led the most laps in 2018. He also won the playoff race at Talladega last year.
<h3><strong><u>Picks</u></strong></h3>
With that, this week’s picks are Blaney at +1000, Dillon at +3300, and Reddick at +4000. Matchups are even tough to play this week, but you have to think Johnson has a good run and maybe even gets some help in what could be the last playoff push of his career.

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