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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Roos and Shockers game? Catch the action at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS, as the Shockers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 145.5 points, with Wichita State being favored by -14 over Kansas City.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Roos +14</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY ROOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Even though we have Wichita State winning straight-up, we like Kansas City at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Roos Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Kansas City Roos Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Kansas City improved to 2-7 on the season with an 85-77 win over Bowling Green on Saturday, December 14th. The Roos were favored by 3.5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 162 points went over the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>After leading 46-45 at halftime, Kansas City clamped down defensively, allowing just 32 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39 of their own.</p><p>The Roos put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 59.3% from the field and hitting 50% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 22 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.4%, with a two-point shooting mark of 65.6% (21/32). They also made 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12 from the line.</p> <p>Javontae Campbell led the way with 27 points, shooting 64.7% overall and hitting his only three-point attempt. Marcus Johnson added 22 points, while Jamar Brown and Cameron Faas each hit 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep. Babacar Diallo and Melvyn Ebonkoli both contributed 6 rebounds, with Diallo also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Despite Kansas City’s defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points on 59% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 65% of their two-point attempts (21/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas City allowed 11 threes on 22 attempts, a 50% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%).</p><h3>Does Wichita State Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 8-2 on the season after a 91-72 road loss to DePaul on Saturday. The Shockers entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Wichita State led 47-42 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 49.</p><p>Wichita State's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.8%. They connected on 46.7% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-15 from deep, while hitting 52.8% of their two-point shots. Their free-throw shooting was a weak spot, as they made just 59.1% of their attempts, going 13-for-22 from the line.</p> <p>Jacob Meyer and CJ Gunn both hit 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, with Meyer finishing with 23 points and Gunn adding 22 in just 13 minutes. Isaiah Rivera contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds, making 5 of 8 threes, while Quincy Ballard and Justin Hill each chipped in 12 points, with Ballard shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Wichita State's defense struggled, giving up 91 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 51% from the field. The Shockers couldn't contain the three-point line, as they allowed 17 threes on 33 attempts, also at a 51% clip.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Wichita State sent their opponents to the line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 76%. The Shockers gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Kansas City Roos vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>At 7:00 ET in Orlando, the Magic (-277) will host the Nets (+224) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Orlando is favored by 7 points and the over/under line is set at 205.5.</p>

<p>BSF will have the TV coverage for this game. The Magic have lost two straight and currently sit fifth in the East, while the Nets are 11th in the conference and have a record of 26-39.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets +7</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, March 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-107 in favor of the Nets.</li><li>Our projections have Cam Thomas finishing with Cam Thomas points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Nets Chances on the Road</h3><p>As the underdog, the Nets have gone 12-31 this season and are 12-10 against the spread as the underdog. Their average scoring margin as the underdog is -6.8 points per game. Currently, they have covered the spread in three straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>This season, Brooklyn has an O/U record of 32-33, and the over has hit in their last five games. On average, their games have finished with 225.8 points, compared to today's line of 205.5.</p>

<p>Brooklyn's last game was a 120-101 win over the Cavaliers. They covered the spread as 7-point underdogs and the O/U line for that game was 208.</p>

<p>For the season, the Nets are 26-39 and are in 11th place in the Eastern Conference. Against other teams in the East, they are 18-21 and 3-8 in their division. On the road, they are 10-21 compared to 16-18 at home.</p><p>This season, the Nets are 24th in the NBA in scoring, averaging 111.9 points per game. However, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 109.8 points per game compared to 113.9 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Brooklyn is 6th in the league in made threes at 13.8 per game. They are also 7th in three-point attempts, shooting 37.6% from beyond the arc.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Nets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 41.5% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 24th in the league at 97 possessions per game.</p><p>On defense, Nets is currently around the league average in points allowed, giving up an average of 113.9 points per game. Opponents are hitting 53.4% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 37.8% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Will the Magic Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Today, the Magic are favored by 7 points at home against the Nets. This season, Orlando has been favored in 25 of their 65 games and has a record of 21-4 as the favorite. Their ATS record as the favorite is 19-6.</p>

<p>Orlando's O/U record for the season is 30-35, and their games have averaged 220 points per game. Today's O/U line of 205.5 is lower than all of their previous games.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Magic lost to the Pacers by a score of 111-97. The over/under line for that game was 222, and Orlando was favored by 1 point. This loss dropped their overall record to 37-28, which is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>For the season, the Magic are 42-23 against the spread, including a record of 21-9 ATS at home. As the favorite, they have an ATS record of 19-6. In non-conference games, the Magic are 11-11 on the ATS.</p><p>At home, the Magic are averaging 113.8 points per game, which is 20th in the league. Overall, they are 26th in scoring at 110.6 points per game. In terms of pace, they are 25th in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are last in the league in both makes (10.8 per game) and attempts (30.9 per game). In terms of three-point percentage, they are 26th at 35%.</p>

<p>Overall, the Magic are 14th in field goal percentage at 47%. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 15th in both makes and attempts. From the free-throw line, they are 5th in makes at 18.9 per game.</p><p>This season, the Magic defense has been impressive, holding the 3rd position in the league while permitting an average of 109.4 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Magic defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 54.8% while allowing 35.7% from downtown.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 3/13/24

<p>The Rothesay International, an ATP Tour 250 series grass court event, wraps up this weekend in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. What started as an exclusive WTA event has been part of the ATP Tour since 2009 and crowned champions like Novak Djokovic (2017), Alex de Minaur (2022), and Francisco Cerundolo (2023). The 2024 Rothesay International began with eight of the top-35 players in the world and has featured plenty of upsets as we head into what should be an exciting weekend of action.</p>



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<p>American Taylor Fritz, the top seed and two-time champion at Eastbourne, is the only of the top eight seeds to advance to the semi-finals. He beat Thiago Seyboth Wild in straight sets in the second round and followed that up with a victory over Chinese qualifier Shang Juncheng in the second round. He'll face lucky loser Aleksander Vukic in the semi-final. Vukic scored three straight upsets over Fabian Marozsan, third seed Alexander Bublik, and Yoshihito Nishioka.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Second seed Tommy Paul withdrew from the event after winning last week's Cinch Championships. Cerundolo, the fifth seed and defending champion, was upset in the first round by Marcos Giron, who then lost to Nishioka. His Argentinian compatriot Sebastian Baez was upset by Miomir Kecmanovic in the second round.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The biggest surprise in Eastbourne has been Billy Harris. The veteran Brit won only his second and third career ATP matches a week ago at the Cinch Championships and is now into the semi-finals in Eastbourne after a favorable draw that saw him beat fellow wildcard Jacob Fearnley, lucky loser Charles Broom, and Flavio Cobolli. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Semi-Final Betting Previews</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Max Purcell (-175) vs. Billy Harris (+125)</h3>



<p>This is an incredibly tough matchup to predict given both players were unlikely to be in this position at the start of the tournament. Harris is on a great run right now and playing incredible in front of the home crowd, but he hasn't faced tough opponents thus far in Eastbourne. Purcell, meanwhile, is ranked inside the top-100 and has beaten Kecmanovic, Lorenzo Sonego, and Laslo Djere. He won his last two matches in straight sets. Interestingly, Harris is 1-0 in his career against Purcell, beating him in a Challenger event. At this point, I'd keep backing Harris, who will be a major crowd <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">favorite</a>.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Taylor Fritz (-425) vs. Aleksander Vukic (+270)</h3>



<p>Fritz is having an incredible year with a record of 28-12, including 4-1 on grass courts. He won a title in Delray Beach and has reached at least the quarter-finals in six other tournaments, including this one. He's 1-0 in his career against Vukic and I'd expect he won't have much problem beating the Aussie in the semi-finals.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rothesay Final Pick</h2>



<p>Assuming a Fritz and Harris final, that would arguably be best case from an entertainment perspective. The underdog Briton who has been grinding in Challenger events against one of the top American players. Harris winning would be a great story, but the best <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie">pick</a> for an outright winner - or in a Harris-Fritz final - is Fritz. He is more talented and experienced than either Harris or Vukic and is going to be highly motivated to build some momentum heading into Wimbledon.</p>



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<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>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Brandon Pfaadt and the Diamondbacks will host the Reds today at Chase Field in Phoenix, with the game getting underway at 3:40 PM ET. Cincinnati will be starting Andrew Abbott and is looking to move above .500 for the season, as they are 18-24.</p>

<p>Arizona comes into the game as the slight money line favorite (-143), while the Reds are currently sitting at +122. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the game will be televised on Bally Sports Arizona and Bally Sports Ohio.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS CINCINNATI REDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline -143</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 3:40 ET on Wednesday, May 15th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE REDS VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Reds to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Cincinnati picked up a 6-2 road win over the Diamondbacks in the most recent game of this series. The Reds had a big 3rd inning, scoring five of their six runs. As for the Diamondbacks, they scored their only two runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Reds were the slight favorites at -103.</p>

<p>Hunter Greene started for the Reds and picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up just two earned runs. He finished the game with five strikeouts and allowed just one home run. Slade Cecconi struggled on the mound for the Diamondbacks, giving up six runs in 5 2/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Reds were led by Will Benson, Tyler Stephenson, and Jake Fraley, as they were the only three Reds hitters to have more than one hit. Benson and Stephenson each homered in the game. For the Diamondbacks, Kevin Newman went 2/2 with an RBI.</p><h3>Reds Records & Stats</h3><p>Cincinnati is 18-24 overall and is 7th in the NL Central. The Reds trail the Brewers by seven games for the division lead, and they are 1-2 in division games this year. The Reds have lost five straight series, and their overall series record is 4-8-1 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Reds are 9-13 this year and are just above .500 at 9-11 on the road. Cincinnati has dropped eight of their last ten games overall and are just 2-8 in their last ten.</p><p>The Reds have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 21-21 overall. They have been especially good on the run line on the road, going 13-7. Their average run margin in winning games is +4.1, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.2.</p><p>When the Reds and Diamondbacks met earlier this season, the combined run average was 8 runs per game. The over/under line was set at 8.5 runs for two of those games, and the over/under record for those games was 1-1. Overall, the Reds have played in 19 games with higher over/under lines than 8.5 runs, and their over/under record for those games is 8-11. Their games have averaged 8.7 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 20-20.</p><p>Cincinnati is sending Andrew Abbott to the mound today vs. the Diamondbacks. He has made eight starts this year and has a record of 2-4. Abbott's ERA is 3.35, and he is coming off a solid outing vs. the Giants in which he got the win. In that outing, he went five innings and gave up two earned runs. Looking back at his last three outings, Abbott has given up two earned runs in each of them. So far, he has made two quality starts and is averaging 7.74 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, he has allowed eight homers and is averaging 2.51 walks per nine innings.</p><p>Elly De La Cruz has been the Reds' best power threat this season, as his nine home runs are 5th in the league and the top mark on the team. However, he has hit just .200 over his last nine games. Overall, De La Cruz is batting .260 for the season. Spencer Steer is also in the top 10 in home runs, as he has gone deep four times while batting .248.</p>

<p>Looking at the Reds as a team, they are 15th in scoring at 4.3 runs per game. This season, they are batting just .220, which is 25th in the league. Currently, Cincinnati has three players on a decent hitting streak, with Jeimer Candelario and Santiago Espinal both having hits in four straight games, and Spencer Steer has hits in five straight.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Arizona is 20-23 overall and trail the Dodgers by 8.5 games in the NL West. Currently, they are 3rd in the division and have gone 9-8 in divisional matchups. The Diamondbacks are looking to pick up a win today, as they are 10-11 at home this year.</p>

<p>So far, the Diamondbacks have been favored in 19 of their games, going 10-9 in those matchups. As the underdog, Arizona is 10-14 this year. They have struggled at home as the favorite, putting together a record of 7-6. Arizona's overall series record is 4-8-1 this year, and they have dropped three straight series at home.</p><p>The Diamondbacks have a run differential of +0.3 runs per game this season, and their run line record is 21-22. They have been a better bet on the run line on the road, going 12-10 compared to 9-12 at home. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 14-10 compared to 7-12 as the favorite.</p><p>The Diamondbacks have played 20 games with over/under lines higher than 8.5, going 7-6 in those games. Their games have averaged 9.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 18-23 overall. Their games have averaged nine runs per game this season, and their games have gone over the over/under line in 46.5% of their games this season.</p><p>Through eight starts, Brandon Pfaadt has a record of 1-3 and an ERA of 4.60. He has made four quality starts this year and is coming off a rough outing against the Orioles, where he gave up three earned runs in six innings of work. In that outing, he gave up two homers. Pfaadt has a walk rate of just 1.53 per nine innings compared to 8.04 strikeouts. The right-hander has a WHIP of 1.19. Pfaadt has made four starts at home, going 1-2 with a 4.47 ERA. On the road, his ERA is 4.70.</p><p>Arizona has been one of the league's top offensive teams so far this season, averaging 5 runs per game, which is 5th in the MLB. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.1 runs per contest. The Diamondbacks are also among the league leaders in home runs, and have the 8th best team batting average in the league.</p>

<p>Christian Walker has been the team's top power threat so far, as his seven home runs is 2nd on the team and 7th in the league. Ketel Marte has also been swinging the bat well, as he is hitting .290 for the season and has gone deep twice in his past five games. However, he is just 5/23 in that stretch.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 5/15/24

<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, James Madison is favored bt -1.5 vs. South Alabama. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dukes Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-58 loss to Wake Forest on Tuesday. James Madison entered the game as +8 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>James Madison led 32-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 44.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 8 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from deep, and hit 6 of 9 free throws for a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis was a standout, scoring 27 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field and 40.0% from three. Cameron Hildreth added 18 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Dukes allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 24 three-point attempts. The Dukes also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Alabama's season record dropped to 6-4 after a 58-49 road loss to TCU on Monday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Jaguars kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 30-28 at halftime, South Alabama managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, and they hit only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Vasean Allette added 14 points, despite hitting just 1 of 5 from three, and Trazarien White contributed 13 points, shooting 2-for-9 from long range.</p><p>South Alabama's defense held their opponent to just 58 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, giving up a 55% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaguars limited their opponent to 5/26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 64%. South Alabama gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (+300) will travel to face the Orlando Magic (-383) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 215.5 points.</p>

<p>Orlando (-9.5) is currently favored over Brooklyn. The Nets are 11th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-35, while the Magic are 8th in the East at 32-26.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Orlando Magic -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ORLANDO MAGIC:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-121 in favor of the Magic.</li><li>Our projections have Paolo Banchero finishing with Paolo Banchero points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Magic finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nets Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>This season, the Nets have an O/U record of 26-31, and the under has hit in their last four games. Their games have averaged 227.4 points per game, and today's O/U line is set at 215.5.</p>

<p>When looking at their ATS record, the Nets are 25-29 for the season and 10-17 on the road. As underdogs, they are 14-22 vs. the spread compared to 11-7 as the favorite. Today, they are getting 9.5 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Nets defeated the Grizzlies by a score of 111-86. They were favored by 2.5 points heading into the game. This win improved their overall record to 22-35, which is currently 11th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Against Eastern Conference opponents, the Nets are 14-18 and 2-8 against other teams in their division. On the road, they are 9-18 for the season, and they are 9-30 as the underdog.</p><p>So far this season, the Nets have been a below-average offensive team, ranking 23rd in points per game at 112.5. In terms of scoring on the road, they are also 23rd in the league at 110.8 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to their three-point shooting, the Nets are 7th in the NBA in made threes per game, averaging 13.7. However, they are just 16th in three-point shooting percentage at 36%.</p>

<p>Overall, Brooklyn is 28th in field goal percentage at 45% and 25th in two-point shooting percentage at 52%. In terms of free-throw shooting, they are 27th in made free throws per game.</p><p>On average, the Brooklyn defense is giving up 114.9 points per game (16th). Right now, they are on a 3 game streak of giving up fewer points than their season average. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Nets squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.1% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 37.9% from downtown.</p><h3>Are Orlando Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The Magic are 9.5-point favorites today against the Nets. This season, they have gone 37-21 against the spread, but have failed to cover in their last two games.</p>

<p>Orlando's O/U record for the season is 29-29, and the under has hit in their last two games. Today's O/U line is 215.5, and their games have averaged 222.2 points per game.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Magic are currently in 8th place with a record of 32-26. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 22-15 compared to 10-11 against the West.</p>

<p>Orlando's last game was a 109-92 loss to the Hawks. They were 1.5-point underdogs in that game and are now 16-23 as underdogs this season. The Magic were also 2-0 vs. the spread as underdogs.</p>

<p>For the season, the Magic have an average scoring differential of +5.8 points per game at home and are 18-8 straight up at home. Their ATS record at home is also 18-8, while they are 19-13 on the road.</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Magic have been favored in 19 of their 58 games. As the favorite, their ATS record is 14-5, and they are 16-3 straight up. As the favorite, they have gone 9-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>When playing at home, the Magic are averaging 114.6 points per game (18th) compared to their season average of 111.5 points per game (26th). Overall, the Magic are 20th in true shooting percentage and 16th in field goal percentage.</p>

<p>Orlando has been getting to the free-throw line at a high rate this season, ranking 3rd in free-throw attempts per game. They are also 12th in offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, the Magic are 24th in the league at 97.5 possessions per game. So far, they have been below the NBA scoring average in 65.5% of their games.</p><p>At this time, the Magic's defense is positioned 7th in the NBA, permitting 110.8 points per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Magic are forcing 13.8 per game, which is 22nd in the league. They also come into the game sitting 12th in blocked shots at 5.3 per game.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 2/27/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Devils? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Devils are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Penguins winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Penguins on the moneyline (+187)</li><li>The Penguins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Penguins Chances on the Road</h3><p>With a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved above .500 to 15-14-5. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 4 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins, scoring their first two goals. Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the win. Montreal’s only goal came in the third period, cutting the Penguins’ lead to 2-1 before Lizotte’s late tally.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins with two goals, including his fourth of the season just 4:03 into the first period. He added his fifth on a power play at 1:20 of the second period. Blake Lizotte chipped in with his second goal of the season, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. The Penguins scored once in each of the first two periods before Lizotte’s late goal sealed the 3-1 win.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins allowed just one goal, which came at 5:32 into the 3rd period. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves, posting a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can New Jersey Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 21-11-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short.</p> 

<p>Both teams were scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net three times. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing only 22 shots on goal.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but coming up empty. They had 19 giveaways and were unable to find the net in any of the three periods.</p> <p>New Jersey failed to score on the power play and didn’t record any shorthanded or empty-net goals. The team’s record now stands at 21-11-3 after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held the Flames scoreless through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty netter. New Jersey's defense finished with 5 takeaways and 22 hits, while goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Eagles and Hatters game? Catch the action at Edmunds Center in DeLand, FL, as the Hatters hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. This Atlantic Sun conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Stetson is favored to win by -2 at home vs. Florida Gulf Coast.</p><h3>FLORIDA GULF COAST EAGLES VS STETSON HATTERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stetson Hatters -2</p><p>This game will be played at Edmunds Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STETSON HATTERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Hatters.</li><li>Not only will Stetson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Eagles Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Florida Gulf Coast has a 2-11 record as the underdog this season, and they will be the underdog once again today, as they are getting 2 points against Stetson. The Eagles have gone just 3-10 on the road this season, and they come in having lost two straight road games. For the season, they have been outscored by an average of 5.2 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>Florida Gulf Coast is coming off a 63-52 win over Bellarmine, and they have gone just 3-7 in their last 10 road games. For the season, the Eagles are 11-15 overall, including a 5-6 mark in Atlantic Sun Conference action.</p><p>Florida Gulf Coast's ATS record this season is currently 11-12. As the underdog, the Eagles are 5-8 vs. the spread in 13 games. Their road ATS mark sits at 6-7 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they have gone 4-6.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Florida Gulf Coast's games is 10-13. On average, their games have finished with 141.9 points per game. Today's over/under line of 142.5 is slightly higher than the average OU line in their games (142). In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 141 points.</p><p>In their latest game, Florida Gulf Coast offense put up 63 points against Bellarmine. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 42.1% and made 6 threes. In terms of offense, the Eagles have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, putting them 185th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 130th in percentage and 151st in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Eagles' defense is positioned 169th in the country, permitting 72.1 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 8.0 threes per game vs. Stetson. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 34.2%.</p><h3>Can the Hatters Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Stetson will be looking to extend their three-game win streak when they take on Florida Gulf Coast. The Hatters have been great at home, going 8-1 this season.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Stetson has struggled on the road, going just 5-9. Their average scoring margin at home is +8.0 compared to -7.6 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite, Stetson has gone 5-5 against the spread this season and has an overall ATS record of 13-10. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Hatters are 5-5 vs. the spread. At home, Stetson has an ATS mark of 6-3 this year and is 2-1 ATS in their last three home games.</p><p>Stetson's over/under record for the season sits at 9-12-2, and today's over/under line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (146). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points, which is higher than the season average of 147.5.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Stetson offense tallied 87 points in a matchup against Eastern Kentucky. Their field goal percentage for the game was 43.3%, and they made 7 threes. For the season, the Stetson offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 323rd in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 46%.</p><p>On the defensive side, Stetson is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 71.5 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Stetson's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.3% this season.</p>

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Stetson Hatters Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Broncos and Lobos face off at 10:30 ET on FS1. The Lobos are hosting the game at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. The over/under for this Mountain West conference contest is set at 151 points, with New Mexico being favored by -10.5 at home against Boise State.</p><h3>BOISE STATE BRONCOS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boise State Broncos +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, January 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOISE STATE BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Even though we have New Mexico winning straight-up, we like Boise State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Boise State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Boise State heads into this game as the underdog, as they have been in seven of their 20 games this season. The Broncos have gone 4-3 in those games, and they have a record of 14-6 overall.</p>

<p>Boise State has won two games in a row, and they have gone 5-1 in Mountain West play. On the road this season, the Broncos have gone 4-3, and their average scoring margin is -0.7 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Boise State has gone 4-3 vs. the spread. Over their last three games as the underdog, the Broncos are 3-0 ATS. On the road, they have gone 3-4 vs. the spread this year and are 9-9 overall. Their ATS mark in their last three road games is 2-1 and they are 3-7 vs. the spread in their last 10 road games.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Boise State games is 9-9, but the average over/under line in their games is just 138. Today's line of 151 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points and their OU record in those games is 2-1.</p><p>The Boise State offense is coming off a game where they scored 72 points against Fresno State. They posted a field goal percentage of 46.3% and connected on 8 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Chibuzo Agbo with 16 points. Max Rice also added 16 points for the Broncos.</p><p>Boise State's defense has been playing well, ranking 54th nationally, with 66.4 points allowed per game. Boise State's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Fresno State offense to knock down 52% of their shots on their way to putting up 68 points.</p><h3>Can New Mexico Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, New Mexico has been perfect, going 10-0. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 10-0. In their last game, they faced Nevada and won by a score of 89-55. So far this year, they have gone 18-3.</p>

<p>As for Boise State, they have gone 6-3 on the road this season. Their average scoring margin on the road this year is +7.4. This season, they have gone 5-2 in Mountain West play, while New Mexico has gone 5-2.</p><p>As the favorite, New Mexico has been excellent vs. the spread this season, going 14-3. At home, the Lobos are 9-1 vs. the spread, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they have an 8-2 record vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 151 is lower than the average over/under line for New Mexico's games this season (153.2). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1, and the average scoring total in those games is 154 points.</p><p>New Mexico's offense had a good outing, putting up 89 points against Nevada. They achieved a 58.6% field goal percentage and went 10/14 from the free-throw line. Jaelen House led the scoring for the Lobos, contributing 21 points. Additionally, Jamal Mashburn JR chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>The Lobos' defense is presently ranked 101st nationally, allowing an average of 68.8 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Nevada, the Wolf Pack finished with a field goal percentage of 58% and a total of 55 points vs. New Mexico.</p>

Boise State Broncos vs New Mexico Lobos Betting Pick & Prediction 1/31/24

<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>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Blues and Sabres game? Catch the action at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY, as the Sabres hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ABC. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Sabres are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blues in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>The Sabres enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blues (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blues Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p><p>On the road this season, the Blues have gone 11-12-1, and they are currently riding a three-game win streak away from home. In the Western Conference, St. Louis is in 8th place with 54 points and a record of 26-21-2.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Blues have gone 20-13-2 this year, including a four-game win streak in that situation. Over their last ten games, St. Louis has gone 6-4, and they are 4-1 in their last five contests.</p></p><p>St. Louis enters the game with an average scoring margin of -.2 goals per game and have gone 28-21 against the puck line this season. When playing on the road, the Blues have a puck line mark of 12-12 and have gone 5-5 in their last ten road games vs. the puck line.</p>

<p>Overall, the Blues have gone 23-12 vs. the puck line as the underdog and have gone 4-0 in their last four games as the underdog. In their last ten games, St. Louis has gone 7-3 vs. the puck line and have gone 4-1 vs. the puck line in their last five.</p> <p>This season, St. Louis' games have an average of 6 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.3. The Blues come in with an over/under performance of 20-24-5.</p><p>St. Louis has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 3. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>Offensively, the Blues come into the game at 2.8 goals per contest placing 27th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 26th position in the league. This season, the Blues have a 10-7 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 15-12 record.</p><p>St. Louis' current leading scorer is Pavel Buchnevich. This season, he has 17 goals, which puts him 62nd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 22 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Sabres head into the game ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.1 shots per game against Buffalo. So far, they are 11th in shutouts, achieving 3 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Buffalo, goalie Jordan Binnington has started 33 games in this season. His current record is 17-13, and his save percentage stands at 0.942%.</p><h3>Will Buffalo Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p><p>Buffalo enters the game with an overall record of 22-24-4 and a record of 13-18 against Eastern Conference opponents. In the Atlantic Division, the Sabres are currently in 7th place.</p>

<p>At home, Buffalo has gone 11-13-1 this season and has lost two straight games at home. As the favorite, the Sabres have gone 11-7-1 this season.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Sabres have gone 11-14 against the puck line, and they are 27-23 overall. So far, Buffalo has 17 wins by multiple goals and 17 losses by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Buffalo comes into this game with a puck line record of 7-3 in their last ten games and a puck line record of 3-0 in their last three games. On the year, the Sabres have been favored in 19 games, going 7-12 against the puck line in those games.</p> <p>This season, Buffalo's games are averaging 6.1 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.5. The Sabres currently have an over/under record of 21-27-2.</p><p>St. Louis has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 4 goals per game while allowing 3. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>The Sabres come into the game scoring an average of 2.9 goals per game, putting them 22nd in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 12th in the league. Looking at how the Sabres' offense is performing during power plays, they are 27th in power play goals and 22nd in shorthanded goals.</p><p>Buffalo's leading scorer is JJ Peterka. So far, he has 18 goals which is 48th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 16 assists so far.</p><p>Buffalo defense takes on the Blues ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.1 shots per game against Buffalo. They also are 11th in shutouts, with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen comes into the game having made 24 starts this season. So far, his record is 12-12 and he has a save percentage of 0.709%.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Pacific is favored by -4.5 against Idaho in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vandals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Idaho Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 2-8 after a 74-66 road loss to UC Davis on Wednesday. The Vandals entered the game as +6.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread, while the total points of 140 fell just short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>Idaho trailed 32-25 at halftime but couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Idaho's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.4%. They did connect on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Kolton Mitchell led the way with 26 points, hitting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Ty Johnson added 19 points, despite shooting 0-for-3 from three, while Niko Rocak contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, making all but one of his four field goal attempts.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, for a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Idaho's opponents went 5/14, shooting 35%. The Vandals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 43 times, where they made 27 free throws, a 62% success rate. Idaho allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Pacific Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pacific fell to 3-8 on the season after an 81-75 home loss to Portland State on Wednesday, December 18th. The Tigers, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-29 at halftime, Pacific put up a fight in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pacific's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 34.5% overall and 24% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to put up 75 points, thanks in large part to their success at the free-throw line, where they hit 31 of 36 attempts for an 86.1% rate.</p> <p>Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from three. Elias Ralph, Elijah Fisher, Jefferson Koulibaly, and Shane Nowell each contributed 15 points, with Lamar Washington adding 14 points and 6 assists. Isaiah Johnson grabbed 11 rebounds to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Despite Pacific holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, the Tigers still gave up 81 points. They allowed 43% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposition hitting 13 of 30 shots. From beyond the arc, Pacific's defense limited their opponent to 6 of 25 shooting, just 24%.</p> <p>Pacific sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 attempts, an 86% success rate. The Tigers also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<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>

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The Oakland Athletics will be taking on their divisional rival Seattle Mariners. NBC Sports - California will televise the matchup. The game is scheduled to get going at 3:10 p.m. ET.
<h2>Oakland Athletics vs. Seattle Mariners Odds</h2>
The Mariners are 67-94 straight up (SU) and 79-81 against the spread (ATS). They've lost 15.2 units for bettors taking the moneyline and 11.8 units ATS. The Athletics are 97-64 SU and have gone 89-71 ATS. They've gained 23.3 units for moneyline bettors and 14.6 units ATS.

Seattle games have an 85-64-11 over/under record in 2019. Oakland has been a decent under bet with a total record of 72-83-5.

The right-handed Tanner Roark will get the nod for the visiting Athletics. Roark (10-9, 4.32 ERA) has recorded 153 punchouts in 160.1 innings so far. He has yet to face the Mariners this year and did not record a start against them in 2018, either.

The Mariners are countering with Justin Dunn (0-0, 3.86 ERA). Dunn has two strikeouts and eight walks, along with a WHIP of 2.14. Dunn did not record any MLB appearances in 2018.

Oakland’s pitchers have allowed 4.2 runs per game and its starters own a 4.01 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 7.06 K/9. The bullpen has logged an ERA of 3.91, along with a WHIP of 1.24.

Athletics hitters have slashed .250/.330/.450 on their way to 5.2 runs scored per game this season, including 5.3 runs per game against divisional foes and 2.4 per game over the team's last five contests (3-2 SU).

Shortstop Marcus Semien and third baseman Matt Chapman have led Oakland’s hitters. Semien is slashing .285/.370/.523 with 33 home runs, 92 RBIs and 123 runs scored, while Chapman (.249/.342/.506) is up to 36 homers, 91 RBIs and 102 runs scored.

For the home team, Seattle’s pitching staff has yielded 5.5 runs per game overall in 2019. The club's starters have a 5.22 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 6.9 strikeouts per nine innings. The bullpen has a 4.86 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 8.7 K/9. In 75 games against divisional foes, Mariners starters have an ERA of 5.74 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.84.

Seattle’s offense has put up 4.7 runs per contest, including 4.3 per game against divisional foes and 1.0 per game over its last five. The team's hit .156/.202/.188 over its last five matchups and is 1-4 SU during that span.

Catcher Omar Narvaez and outfielder Mallex Smith have led the Mariners' offense this year. Narvaez is hitting .279/.351/.462 with 22 home runs, 55 RBIs and 63 runs scored, and Smith's line sits at .228/.301/.337 with six homers, 37 RBIs, 70 runs and 46 stolen bases.
<h3>Oakland Athletics at Seattle Mariners Pick</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Mariners, ATS Winner – Athletics, O/U – UNDER
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Betting Trends

Oakland has tallied 11 extra-base hits over its last five contests. Seattle has five XBH over its last five.

The Athletics have won three of their last four games SU.

Seattle has posted 15.8 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 outings and 10.6 over its last five.

The Athletics have hit 12 home runs in their last 10 games, including seven over their last five.

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Oakland Athletics at Seattle Mariners Free Pick 09/29/19

The Oakland Athletics will head north to take on their AL West rival Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. NBC Sports - California will televise the matchup. The opening pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET.
<h2>Oakland Athletics at Seattle Mariners Odds</h2>
Oddsmakers are listing Seattle (+215) as the underdog to Oakland (-235). The game's total is sitting at 9 runs and bettors can take the over for -105 or the under for -115. Gamblers can also wager on the game's spread with the current runline odds coming in at Athletics -1.5 runs (-175) and Mariners +1.5 runs (+155).

The Mariners are 66-92 straight up (SU) and 78-79 against the spread (ATS). The team has lost 15.1 units for moneyline bettors and 11.0 units ATS. Seattle has covered the spread four times in its last seven games and the under has hit in five of those seven. The Athletics, on the other hand, are 95-63 SU and have gone 88-69 ATS. They're up 23.4 units for gamblers taking the moneyline and 16.5 units ATS. Oakland's covered the spread only twice over its last seven games and the under has cashed in four of those seven.

Seattle games have an 85-61-11 over/under record in 2019. The Athletics have been a decent under bet with a total record of 72-80-5.

Sean Manaea will get the start for the visiting Athletics. The southpaw Manaea is 3-0 with a 1.14 ERA and 25 strikeouts. This is his first outing against Seattle this year. He made three starts against the Mariners in 2018, posting a 2-1 record against them with a 3.05 ERA and 12 strikeouts.

The Mariners will put the ball in the right hand of Felix Hernandez (1-7, 6.51 ERA), who's got 54 strikeouts and 21 walks this season as well as a 1.52 WHIP. Hernandez made five starts against the Athletics in 2018, putting together a 1-5 record with a 5.18 ERA.

Oakland’s pitching staff allowed 4.3 runs per game and its starters own a 4.06 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 7.06 K/9. The bullpen has an ERA of 3.95, along with a WHIP of 1.25 and a K/9 of 9.36.

The Athletics offense has slashed .250/.330/.452 on its way to 5.3 runs scored per game in 2019, including 5.4 runs per game against divisional foes and 5.6 per game over the team's last five outings (3-2 SU).

Oakland’s offensive production has been led by shortstop Marcus Semien and third baseman Matt Chapman, who have combined to drive in 180 runs. Semien is hitting .288/.370/.525 with 32 home runs, 91 RBIs and 121 runs scored, while Chapman has a .245 average with 35 homers, 89 RBIs and 99 runs scored.

In the other dugout, Seattle’s pitchers have allowed 5.6 runs per game overall this year. Its starters have a 5.27 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 7.0 strikeouts per nine innings. The bullpen has a 4.90 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 8.6 K/9. In 72 games against AL West foes, Mariners starters have an ERA of 5.90 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.94.

The Seattle offense is putting up 4.7 runs per contest, including 4.4 per game against divisional foes and 2.2 per game over its last five. The team has slashed .162/.203/.260 over its last five contests and is 1-4 SU during that span.

The Mariners' hitters have been led by catcher Omar Narvaez and right fielder Mallex Smith. Narvaez is hitting .280/.352/.464 with 22 home runs, 55 RBIs and 63 runs scored, while Smith's line is .228/.301/.337 with six homers, 37 RBIs, 69 runs and 45 stolen bases.

The Athletics have gained 4.2 units and are 58-53 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher this season. The over has cashed in 51 of those games, compared to 57 that've gone under against righties. On the other hand, the Mariners have lost 14.1 units and are 21-29 ATS when facing a left-handed starting pitcher. The over's hit in 26 of those games, compared to 22 that've gone under.
<h3>Oakland Athletics vs. Seattle Mariners Free Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Athletics, ATS Winner – Athletics, O/U – UNDER
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Betting Trends

The over has hit in three of Oakland’s last seven outings.

The Mariners have dropped four of their last five games SU.

Seattle has posted 20.2 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 contests and 13.4 over its last five.

The Athletics have hit 15 home runs in their last 10 games. The Mariners have hit 11 over their last 10.

The Athletics have an OPS of .782 this season and an OPS of .773 when facing right-handed pitchers. The Mariners' OPS stands at .746 overall and .735 versus righties.

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