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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Beacons and Broncos. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Broncos at University Arena (MI) in Kalamazoo, MI. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Western Michigan is favored by -1.5 vs. Valparaiso.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Arena (MI) at 1:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Western Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Beacons Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Beacons dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 95-73 loss to Ohio State on Tuesday. Valparaiso entered the game as +21 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Valpo trailed 41-30 at halftime and allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43 of their own. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.8% overall and 20.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, but they did excel at the free-throw line, hitting 87% of their attempts.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, while Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists.</p><p>Valparaiso’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beacons gave up 27 two-pointers on 42 attempts, a 64% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 of 19 shots to fall, a 31% success rate. Valparaiso also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they hit 23 free throws, an 85% rate.</p><h3>Will the Broncos Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Broncos' season continued to struggle as they fell to 2-7 after a 98-62 loss to North Dakota State on Sunday. Playing on the road, Western Michigan entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 49-28 at halftime, the Broncos couldn't mount a comeback, allowing another 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points reached 160, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 144.</p><p>Western Michigan struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-13 from deep, while hitting 69.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Chansey Willis Jr. led the Broncos with 22 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Jacari White added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, and Jacksen Moni contributed 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense struggled, giving up 98 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 69% from the field. The Broncos couldn't contain the two-point game, with the other team hitting 83% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan allowed 18 threes on 58% shooting. They did limit free-throw damage, with the opponent going 4/9. The Broncos gave up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Bruins and Flames are set to face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The Bruins are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>The Bruins 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 Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Flames (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Boston Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins improved to 16-13-3 this season. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held firm, keeping Seattle scoreless throughout the game.</p><p>Boston’s offense generated 33 shots on goal, but only found the net twice in their 2-0 win over Seattle. Justin Brazeau scored his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd, coming on a power play.</p> <p>Both goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. The Bruins recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over the Kraken. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Bruins' defense added 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks. They didn't allow a goal after going up 2-0 in the first period.</p><h3>Will the Flames Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>After a 4-2 loss to the Oilers, the Flames are now 15-11-5. Calgary was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell short of that.</p> <p>Calgary fell behind early, giving up a goal just 20 seconds into the game. They managed to tie it up at 2-2 in the third period, but the Oilers scored twice more to seal the win.</p><p>Calgary’s offense managed 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton but only found the net twice. Anthony Mantha scored his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the 2nd period, and Yegor Sharangovich added another in the 3rd, his first of the year.</p> <p>The Flames recorded 22 giveaways and were held scoreless in the 1st period. Tyson Barrie picked up his first assist of the season on Mantha’s goal, while Mikael Backlund earned his 4th assist. Kevin Bahl also added his 5th assist on Sharangovich's goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense had a rough start, giving up two goals in the first period, including one just 20 seconds in. After the Flames tied it 2-2 in the third, they allowed two more, one at the 9:50 mark and an empty-netter with three seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

Boston Bruins vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Betting on today's Lions and Lions game? Catch the action at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Loyola Marymount as the -4.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH ALABAMA LIONS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Alabama Lions +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH ALABAMA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does North Alabama Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>North Alabama improved to 6-4 on the season with an 86-69 home win over Charleston Southern on Thursday, December 19th. The Lions, who were favored by 9.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 155 points went over the pre-game line of 148.</p> <p>North Alabama took control early, leading 46-35 at halftime, and maintained their edge by outscoring the Buccaneers 40-34 in the second half.</p><p>North Alabama's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points on 55.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 61%, thanks to a 63.4% mark on two-point attempts and 38.9% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 76.5% of their free throws, going 13-for-17 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly led the way with 34 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 60% overall and 50% from three-point range. Taye Fields was nearly perfect, hitting 10 of 12 shots for 25 points, while Jacari Lane and Daylen Berry each added 18 points, with Berry knocking down 4 threes at a 66.7% clip.</p><p>North Alabama's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 69 points on 55% shooting from the field. They gave up 33 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Lions allowed their opponent to shoot 63%, with 26 made two-pointers on 41 attempts. From three-point range, their opponent shot 38%, hitting 7 of 18 attempts. North Alabama also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Do the Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Lions improved to 6-4 on the season with an 89-73 home win over Southern on Friday. Loyola Marymount entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 162 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>LMU dominated the first half, leading 53-28, but allowed Southern to score 45 points in the second half while putting up 36 points of their own.</p><p>Loyola Marymount's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 49.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, thanks in large part to their 55.2% shooting from beyond the arc, where they connected on 16 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Alex Merkviladze was a standout, hitting 6 of 7 threes and finishing with 24 points and 7 rebounds. The Lions also got 19 points and 10 boards from Puoch Dobuol, while Michael Jacobs added 16 points and 4 assists. As a team, Loyola Marymount dished out 22 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field, including 55% from beyond the arc with 16 made threes. They also sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 13 free throws.</p> <p>The Lions allowed 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes. Their opponent made 14 two-point shots on 32 attempts, shooting 43% from inside the arc.</p>

North Alabama Lions vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Tigers face off at 1:00 ET on Monu. The Tigers are hosting the game at TU Arena in Towson, MD. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Towson as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TU Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Bulldogs dropped to 4-7 on the season after a narrow 86-84 loss to Fordham on Saturday. Bryant was a +1.5 point underdog going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 170, exceeding the O/U line of 159.5.</p> <p>Bryant trailed 42-36 at halftime but made a push in the second half, scoring 48 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Bryant put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 77.4% of their free throws, going 24-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from deep. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, shooting 66.7% overall and making both of his three-point attempts. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, dishing out 8 assists as well.</p><p>Despite Bryant's defense giving up 86 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 21 of 43 two-point attempts falling for a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bryant allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Bryant gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Towson?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers fell to 3-8 on the season after a 68-67 loss to Robert Morris on Tuesday. Towson, who entered the game as 1.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 135, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-24 at halftime, Towson's defense faltered, allowing 44 points in the second half while scoring just 27. This collapse cost them the game and added another loss to their record.</p><p>Towson's offense was efficient in their last game, shooting 54.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 45.5% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-11 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Tigers made 12 of 15 attempts, good for 80%.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the way with 30 points, hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts and shooting 57.1% overall. Amarion Dickerson added 18 points, shooting 62.5% from the field and 66.7% from three. Josh Omojafo also contributed, hitting all of his three-point attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Despite Towson's defensive efforts, they gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. Towson allowed 23 field goals, including 16 two-pointers at a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Towson's defense saw the other team hit 7 of 18 threes, a 38% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 71%. Towson gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Towson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Kraken and Avalanche face off at 8:00 ET on NHLN. The Avalanche are hosting the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The odds for this Western conference game currently have the Avalanche as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Avalanche are expected to take down the Kraken by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>The Avalanche should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Seattle fell to 15-18-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, allowing a goal just 3:23 into the first period. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short. Seattle, as underdogs on the puck line, didn’t cover.</p> 

<p>Offensively, the Kraken couldn’t find the net, managing 23 shots on goal. Defensively, they allowed two goals in the first period, with the second coming at 10:03. Joey Daccord made 31 saves in the loss.</p><p>Seattle's offense was held scoreless in their recent 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but couldn't find the back of the net, with 19 giveaways contributing to their struggles.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any of the three periods, marking the first time this season they've been shut out.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came just 3:23 into the game, and the second was a power-play goal at the 10:03 mark. Goalie Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p><h3>Does Colorado Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 20-15-0. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. Colorado, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>Colorado took the lead with a goal at 2:54 in the second period, but Nashville responded with five straight goals. The Avalanche's defense struggled, giving up two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>Cale Makar got the Avalanche on the board with his 5th goal of the season, a power-play strike 2:54 into the second period. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, scoring with 2:17 left in the third. Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon’s goal.</p> <p>The Avalanche registered 30 shots on goal but were hindered by 23 giveaways. Devon Toews earned his 2nd assist of the season on MacKinnon’s goal, while Casey Mittelstadt recorded his 8th assist on Makar’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche will look to bounce back after giving up five goals to the Predators. Justus Annunen recorded 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. Colorado had a 1-0 lead in the second period, but their defense allowed two late goals in the third, and two more in the final period, both of which were empty-netters.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Bears and Cyclones are set to face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cyclones will host the game at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 160.5 points, and Iowa State is favored by -43.5 at home against Morgan State.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS IOWA STATE CYCLONES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +43.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hilton Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Cyclones.</li><li>Even though we have Iowa State winning straight-up, we like Morgan State at +43.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Bears Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Bears improved to 2-8 this season with an 86-76 win over Campbell on Sunday. Morgan State, who were +6 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-31 at halftime, the Bears erupted for 55 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points hit 162, surpassing the O/U line of 151.</p><p>Morgan State's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 86 points on 66.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.4%, thanks to their 70.2% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Will Thomas led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, while Kameron Hobbs and Nolan Dorsey each added 21 points. Hobbs also contributed 5 assists, and Dorsey hit 50% of his threes, going 3-for-6 from deep.</p><p>Despite Morgan State's defensive struggles, they allowed 76 points on 66% shooting from the field. The Bears gave up 33 two-pointers on 47 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 70% inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morgan State's defense faced only 7 three-point attempts, with 3 makes for 42%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 64%.</p><h3>Can the Cyclones Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 9-1 on the season with an 83-51 win over Omaha on Sunday. Despite being -34.5 point favorites, the Cyclones didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Iowa State led 41-23 at halftime and added 42 points in the 2nd half while holding Omaha to 28 points after the break.</p><p>Iowa State's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 83 points on 53.3% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 65% of their two-point attempts, while their three-point shooting lagged at 30% (6/20). Their effective field goal percentage was 58.3%, and they added 13 free throws on 72.2% shooting.</p> <p>The Cyclones shared the ball well, dishing out 19 assists, with Keshon Gilbert contributing 4 along with his team-high 16 points. Milan Momcilovic and Tony Osburn each added 13 points, with Osburn hitting 3 threes. Iowa State also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Despite Iowa State's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 51 points. The Cyclones allowed a 53% shooting performance, with 32 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Iowa State gave up 26 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 65% shooting rate. From three-point range, their opponent shot 30%, hitting 6 of 20 attempts. Iowa State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 72%.</p>

Morgan State Bears vs Iowa State Cyclones NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Mean Green? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UNT Coliseum in Denton, TX. The odds for this non-conference game currently have North Texas as the -23.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 129.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES VS NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNT Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Mean Green.</li><li>Even though we have North Texas winning straight-up, we like Houston Christian at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Houston Christian Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Houston Christian dropped to 2-8 on the season after a 77-45 loss to Texas A&M on Friday. The Huskies were heavy underdogs, entering the game as +31 point underdogs, and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the 141-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 35-23 at halftime, the Huskies struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 22 points while allowing 42.</p><p>In their latest game, the Houston Christian Huskies struggled offensively, scoring just 45 points on 30.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 32.7%, and they hit only 2 of 20 three-point attempts, finishing at 10% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Huskies made 13 of 20 attempts, shooting 65%. They recorded 8 offensive rebounds and 6 assists. Hayden Hefner led the team with 19 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 37.5% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Houston Christian's defensive struggles, they still managed to hold their opponent to 77 points. The Huskies allowed a 47% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 32 of 68 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian's defense gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, a 41% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 6 of those attempts.</p><h3>Will the North Texas Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>North Texas Mean Green Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Texas improved to 6-3 after a 68-64 home win over Appalachian State on Friday, December 20th. Despite being -11.5 point favorites, the Mean Green didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>North Texas led 33-28 at halftime and scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 132 went over the O/U line of 123.5.</p><p>North Texas put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 67.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 21 points and 5 assists, shooting 4-of-8 from deep. Brenen Lorient added 17 points on 6-of-7 shooting, hitting his only three-point attempt. The Mean Green also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and shot 78.9% from the free-throw line.</p><p>North Texas gave up 64 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 67% of their two-point attempts (19/28).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Texas held their opponents to 25% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 20 attempts. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Redbirds and Big Red face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Big Red are hosting the game at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Cornell is favored by -6.5 at home against Illinois State.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cornell Big Red -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CORNELL BIG RED:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Not only will Cornell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redbirds Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Illinois State improved to 6-4 on the season with an 81-60 home win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, December 18th. The Redbirds were -14 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 141 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Illinois State led 36-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Huskies 45-32.</p><p>Illinois State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.3%, with a 55.6% success rate on two-point attempts and 78.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Quentin Jones led the way with 27 points, despite shooting just 1-of-6 from three. Dalton Banks added 17 points on 8-of-10 shooting, and Chase Walker contributed 15 points, hitting 5-of-6 from the field. Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each connected on 4 threes, with Kinziger also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 30 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 24 shots, shooting 41%. Illinois State also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Redbirds allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornell Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Cornell improved to 6-3 on the season with an 88-80 road win over Cal on Tuesday. Entering the game as +9 point underdogs, the Big Red not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 168, just over the O/U line of 166.5.</p> <p>Cornell took control early, leading 47-29 at halftime. While they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 41 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Cornell put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, thanks to hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.1% of their threes.</p> <p>Joshua Ola-Joseph and Cooper Noard each contributed 21 points, with Ola-Joseph hitting 5 of 7 threes. AK Okereke led the team with 24 points, while Mady Sissoko was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6.</p><p>Even with Cornell giving up 80 points, their defense held the opposing team to 43% shooting from the field. The Big Red allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 16 of 31 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cornell's defense saw the opposition make 12 of 33 attempts, good for 36%. The other team also shot 75% from the free-throw line, converting 12 of 16 attempts. Cornell allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Highlanders and Gamecocks are set to face off at 2:00 ET on SEC. The Gamecocks will host the game at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have South Carolina as the -13.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>RADFORD HIGHLANDERS VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Radford Highlanders +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RADFORD HIGHLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like Radford at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Radford Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Radford fell to 8-4 on the season after a 78-68 loss to Colorado State on Tuesday. The Highlanders, who were +11.5 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>Radford trailed 37-27 at halftime but matched Colorado State with 41 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 146 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p><p>Radford's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they hit 73.7% of their free throws, going 14-for-19 from the line.</p> <p>Rashaan Mbemba and Keshawn Williams led the way with 16 points each, with Mbemba shooting 85.7% and Williams hitting 63.6% of his shots. Kyan Evans and Josiah Harris also contributed 15 points, with Evans knocking down 3-of-5 from three-point range.</p><p>Radford's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 74% of their two-point attempts, going 23/31 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Radford's opponent shot 28%, making 6 of 21 attempts. The Highlanders also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 free throws for 82%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Gamecocks Chances at Home</h3><p>South Carolina improved to 8-3 on the season with a 91-88 win over Clemson on Tuesday. The Gamecocks were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>South Carolina led 34-26 at halftime, but the game opened up in the second half. They scored 46 points after the break but allowed Clemson to put up 54 points. The total points for the game ended at 179, well over the pre-game O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>South Carolina's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, thanks to hitting 56.1% of their two-point attempts and 41.2% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Chase Hunter led the way with 27 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes. Ian Schieffelin added 23 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 72.7%, while Collin Murray-Boyles contributed 22 points on 80% shooting. Myles Stute was also hot from deep, hitting 5 of 7 threes and finishing with 19 points.</p><p>South Carolina struggled defensively, giving up 88 points on 51% shooting. Their opponents were efficient inside, hitting 56% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina allowed 41% shooting, with 7 threes made. They also sent their opponents to the line 34 times, where they converted 70% of their free throws.</p>

Radford Highlanders vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cowboys versus the Ragin' Cajuns? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. McNeese State is favored by -10.5 in this non-conference contest against Louisiana-Lafayette. The game's over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does McNeese State Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>McNeese State fell to 3-5 on the season after a 66-63 home loss to Mississippi State on Saturday, December 14th. The Cowboys were +9 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to keep it close, covering the spread. The total points for the game ended at 129, under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>The game was tied 29-29 at halftime, but McNeese State was outscored 37-34 in the 2nd half. Despite the loss, the Cowboys' ability to keep the game close against a favored opponent is a positive takeaway.</p><p>In their last game, McNeese State put up 63 points, shooting 41.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a 40.9% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 threes.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they struggled, connecting on just 58.8% of their attempts. Joe Charles led the way with 19 points and 6 rebounds, while RJ Melendez and Sincere Parker each added 16 points.</p><p>McNeese State's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field, with the Cowboys giving up 22 made field goals on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, also at a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, McNeese State's defense conceded 9 threes on 22 attempts, with their opponent shooting 40% from deep. The Cowboys sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%. McNeese State gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Ragin' Cajuns Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Louisiana-Lafayette improved to 2-9 on the season with a 68-62 win over Appalachian State on Wednesday. The Ragin' Cajuns were +2 underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 35-21 at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The combined points of 130 fell short of the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>The Ragin' Cajuns put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, and they connected on 76.5% of their free throws, going 13 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Dior Conners and Michael Thomas both shot 60.0% from three, each hitting 3 of 5 attempts. Conners finished with 15 points, while Mostapha El Moutaouakkil also added 15, despite shooting just 4 of 13 from the field.</p><p>Despite a solid defensive effort, Louisiana-Lafayette allowed 62 points in their last game. The Ragin' Cajuns held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 9 of 24 threes, shooting 37%. They also went to the free-throw line 17 times, making 13 for a 76% success rate. Louisiana-Lafayette gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

McNeese State Cowboys vs Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Horned Frogs face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Horned Frogs are hosting the game at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and TCU is favored by -10.5 against Montana State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONTANA STATE BOBCATS VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montana State Bobcats +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTANA STATE BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Even though we have TCU winning straight-up, we like Montana State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Montana State as Away Dogs</h3><p>Montana State dropped to 4-7 on the season following an 83-80 road loss to UC Riverside on Wednesday. The Bobcats entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 163, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 143.5.</p> <p>Montana State led 53-41 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 42. The Bobcats will need to address their second-half performance moving forward.</p><p>Brandon Walker's efficient 31-point performance on 14-of-20 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep, led Montana State to an 80-point outing in their latest game. Barrington Hargress chipped in 22 points and dished out 10 assists, while Max Agbonkpolo added 20 points, hitting 3-of-6 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Bobcats shot 48.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.7%. They connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts (10-of-26) and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 2-of-5. Montana State also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and recorded 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Montana State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 53% shooting from the field. Their two-point defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed the opposing team to hit 61% of their shots inside the arc, going 25/41.</p> <p>From three-point range, Montana State's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, with 5 made threes on 15 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 90%. Montana State also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is It the Horned Frogs Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>TCU improved to 6-4 on the season with a 58-49 win over South Alabama on Monday. The Horned Frogs were favored by 12.5 points heading into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 107 points fell well short of the over/under line of 136.5.</p> <p>TCU led 30-28 at halftime and held South Alabama to just 21 points in the second half while scoring 28 of their own.</p><p>TCU's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 58 points on 38.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they hit only 19.2% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from the field and 3-for-6 from three-point range. The Horned Frogs grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the game.</p><p>TCU's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 38% shooting. They did most of their damage from two-point range, where the other team shot 55%, hitting 16 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 26 attempts, a 19% success rate. The Horned Frogs also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 64%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

Here are some of the best college basketball sportsbooks that you should be using.

Best College Basketball Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>The Hoyas and Mountaineers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Mountaineers will host the game at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, WV. The over/under for this game is set at 144 points, and West Virginia is favored by -9.5 against Georgetown in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>GEORGETOWN HOYAS VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgetown Hoyas +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at WVU Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGETOWN HOYAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have West Virginia winning straight-up, we like Georgetown at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Georgetown as Away Dogs</h3><p>Georgetown improved to 7-1 on the season with an 86-62 win over UMBC on Monday. The Hoyas, who were -17 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Georgetown led 41-35 at halftime and turned up the defensive intensity in the 2nd half, holding UMBC to just 27 points while scoring 45 of their own. The total points for the game came in under the O/U line of 158.5, with a combined 148 points.</p><p>Georgetown put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely due to their struggles from beyond the arc, where they hit just 3 of 20 attempts (15%). Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 62.5% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hoyas shot 77.3%, making 17 of 22 attempts. They also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Thomas Sorber led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 85.7% from the field. Josh Odunowo added 18 points, while Jayden Epps and Marcus Banks Jr. each contributed 16 points, with Banks also adding 6 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Georgetown's defense gave up 62 points despite allowing the opponent to shoot 48% from the field. The Hoyas struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 62% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgetown's defense was more effective, holding the opposition to just 3 made threes on 20 attempts (15%). The Hoyas also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws (77%).</p><h3>Can the Mountaineers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>West Virginia improved to 5-2 on the season with an 83-76 win over Arizona on Friday. The Mountaineers were +6.5 point underdogs heading into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>West Virginia led 39-37 at halftime and held on in the 2nd half, allowing 29 points while scoring 27. The total points for the game were 159, surpassing the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>West Virginia put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.5%. They hit 12 of 34 from beyond the arc, shooting 35.3%, and were 77.3% from the free-throw line, making 17 of 22 attempts. The Mountaineers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Tucker DeVries led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 of 12 threes and adding 6 assists. Caleb Love contributed 24 points, while Toby Okani added 20, shooting 60% from deep. Trey Townsend chipped in 19 points, and Javon Small had 8 assists despite shooting 2 of 9 from the field.</p><p>West Virginia's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 29 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 of 43 shots to fall, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 7 of 21 attempts, shooting 33%. West Virginia also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 11, an 84% clip. The Mountaineers gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Georgetown Hoyas vs West Virginia Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Privateers and Tigers. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on SEC, and it's hosted by the Tigers at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have LSU as the -27.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Maravich Assembly Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have LSU winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Privateers Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Privateers dropped to 2-8 on the season following a 98-62 road loss to Texas on Thursday. Entering the game as +33.5 point underdogs, New Orleans not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Trailing 44-28 at halftime, New Orleans allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The Privateers will look to regroup after another tough loss.</p><p>New Orleans struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 42.9% from the free-throw line. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed 7 threes on 20 attempts, shooting 35% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jordan Pope was a standout, scoring 42 points on 71.4% shooting, hitting 8 of 12 threes. Dae Dae Hunter added 16 points, shooting 60% overall and 57.1% from deep.</p><p>New Orleans struggled defensively, giving up 98 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 34 field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 50%, hitting 13 of 26 threes. They also sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Win at Pete Maravich Assembly Center?</h3><p>LSU improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-53 win over Stetson on Tuesday. The Tigers, who were -23.5 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 152 went over the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>LSU jumped out to a 47-10 lead by halftime, but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 52 of their own.</p><p>LSU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a 53.8% field goal percentage. They connected on 45.2% of their threes, hitting 14 of 31 attempts, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.6%.</p> <p>Mehki Ellison led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% from the field and from beyond the arc. Cam Carter and Vyctorius Miller each added 16 points, with Miller hitting 4 of 6 threes. Corey Chest contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Curtis Givens III dished out 6 assists.</p><p>Despite LSU's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 53 points. The Tigers allowed a 53% shooting performance, with 35 made field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, LSU's defense gave up 14 threes on 31 attempts, a 45% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 83%.</p>

New Orleans Privateers vs LSU Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Ducks and Hockey Club game? Catch the action at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Hockey Club hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Hockey Club are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Hockey Club picking up a  3-2 win.</li><li>Take the Hockey Club on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Ducks Win on the Road?</h3><p>After a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks fell to 12-15-4 this season. Anaheim, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> <p>The Ducks trailed 3-0 before scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 9:44 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim's offense fired 39 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Chicago, but only found the net twice. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless until the 9:44 mark of the third period, and they had 16 giveaways in the game. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s late goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks will look to improve after giving up four goals to Chicago. Lukas Dostal recorded 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. Anaheim's defense also posted 6 takeaways and 15 hits. The Ducks gave up the first three goals of the game, including two on the power play, and another late in the 3rd period.</p><h3>Are the Hockey Club Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-11-5 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. As underdogs on the puck line, the Hockey Club failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark.</p> <p>Three different players scored for Utah in the game. Logan Cooley netted the first goal at 8:08 in the first period, and Ian Cole extended the lead to 2-0 at 8:00 in the second. However, the Golden Knights responded with four straight goals, including the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal in their 4-3 loss to Vegas, scoring three times. Alexander Kerfoot netted his 2nd goal of the season, while Ian Cole added his 1st and Logan Cooley scored his 2nd. Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole's goal.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 2. The team had 13 giveaways and failed to score on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up the final two goals in their previous game, including the game-winner in overtime. They also allowed a goal with just one second left in the 2nd period, which tied the game at 2-2. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Golden Flashes and Crimson Tide game? Catch the action at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL, as the Crimson Tide hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on SECN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Alabama as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154 points.</p><h3>KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES VS ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kent State Golden Flashes +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Coleman Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Crimson Tide.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama winning straight-up, we like Kent State at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Kent State Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Kent State Golden Flashes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kent State improved to 7-2 on the season with an 82-57 home win over Mercyhurst on Sunday. The Golden Flashes, who entered the game as 18-point favorites, covered the spread, while the combined 139 points went over the 127.5-point total.</p> 

<p>Leading 36-24 at halftime, Kent State scored 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33 to Mercyhurst.</p><p>Kent State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They hit 53.8% of their two-point attempts and went 7-for-20 from beyond the arc, shooting 35% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Golden Flashes connected on 79.2% of their attempts, going 19-for-24.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, Kent State grabbed 14 rebounds and dished out 15 assists. VonCameron Davis led the team with 17 points, while Jeff Planutis added 16. Cli'Ron Hornbeak, Marquis Barnett, and Jalen Sullinger each contributed 15 points, with Sullinger hitting 3 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Kent State's defense giving up 57 points, they allowed the opposing team to shoot 47% from the field, with 28 made field goals on 59 attempts. The Golden Flashes struggled to contain two-point shots, as their opponents connected on 21 of 39 attempts, good for 53%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kent State's defense allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 35% from three-point range. The Golden Flashes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for a 79% success rate. Kent State gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Crimson Tide Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Alabama improved to 9-2 on the season with a 97-90 win over North Dakota on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -26, the Crimson Tide didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-35 at halftime, Alabama’s offense exploded for 62 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 52 points to North Dakota.</p><p>Alabama put up 97 points in their last game, shooting 52.4% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%. They were dominant inside, hitting 75.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes.</p> <p>Treysen Eaglestaff led the way with 40 points, hitting 8 threes at a 44.4% clip. Grant Nelson and Mark Sears each added 23 points, with Nelson grabbing 10 rebounds. Alabama also pulled down 16 offensive boards and dished out 14 assists.</p><p>Alabama's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made field goals on 76 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama's opponents hit 17 threes on 41 attempts, shooting 41%. They also went 7/8 from the free-throw line.</p>

Kent State Golden Flashes vs Alabama Crimson Tide NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Panthers, sitting at 5-9, are out of the playoff picture, while the Cardinals are still fighting for a playoff spot. This week 16 matchup is set for 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. The Cardinals are favored on the road with a money line of -207, and their record is 4-9-1. Carolina's money line sits at +171, with an over/under line of 47 points. Catch this one on FOX.</p><h3>ARIZONA CARDINALS VS CAROLINA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Panthers +4</p><p>This game will be played at Bank of America Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cardinals winning this one by a score of 22 to 19</li><li>Even though we like the Cardinals to win, our ATS pick is to take the Panthers at +4</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 47 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Cardinals Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>After three consecutive losses, the Cardinals got back to .500 with a 30-17 win over the Patriots in week 15. Arizona was a 6-point favorite and covered the spread, bringing their ATS record to 9-5. They are 6-2 as underdogs and 2-3 as favorites. Their average scoring margin this season is +0.6 points per game.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Cardinals are 7-7 and have a 12.6% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 14th in our NFL power rankings. In the NFC West, they are 3rd with a 2-2 division record. They are 5-3 at home and 2-4 on the road.</p><p>Kyler Murray has improved his passer rating in each of his last three games, culminating in a 97.0 rating in week 15 against the Patriots, where he threw for 224 yards on 23/30 passing without a touchdown or interception. Arizona has also done a good job protecting him, as he wasn’t sacked in week 15. James Conner rushed for 110 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries, while Trey McBride led the team in receiving with 9 catches for 87 yards.</p> <p>Arizona’s offense ranks 12th in our power rankings, and they are 13th in the NFL with 22.4 points per game. They are 11th in passing yards per game (351.4) and 6th in rushing, averaging 141.5 yards per game on the ground. The Cardinals are 9th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage.</p><p>Arizona's defense played well on third downs in their 30-17 win over the Patriots, allowing just 82.6% completions. They also intercepted one pass and limited New England to 2 of 5 on third down. The Cardinals gave up 116 rushing yards on 24 attempts, but the Patriots managed only 195 yards passing and one touchdown.</p><p></p><p>The Cardinals' defense recorded two sacks and held the Patriots to an 8.5 yards per attempt. Overall, the Cardinals gave up 311 yards and forced New England off the field on all of their third down attempts.</p><h3>Are The Panthers Going Win In At Upset At Bank of America Stadium</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the Panthers sit at 3-11 and rank last in our power rankings. Carolina has now lost four straight games, including a 30-14 home loss to the Cowboys in week 15. The Panthers were 2.5-point favorites in that game, but they couldn’t get the win, ending any slim playoff hopes they had left.</p> <p>Against the spread, Carolina is 6-8 this season. They are 6-7 as underdogs but 0-1 as favorites. Their O/U record is 10-4, with their games averaging 47.5 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Panthers rank 27th in our offensive power rankings. They sit 25th in the NFL in points per game (17.6) and 30th in yards per game (288.9). Carolina ranks 29th in passing yards per game (186) on 32.7 attempts per game, which is 15th in the league. On the ground, they average 102.9 rushing yards per game, ranking 22nd in the NFL. The Panthers are 26th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, with a 34.7% success rate, but they are 11th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Bryce Young threw for 219 yards (19/28) in week 15, with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions, while being sacked 6 times. Chuba Hubbard led the team with 32 rushing yards on 10 carries, and Jalen Coker had 4 receptions for 110 yards and a touchdown. Carolina scored 7 points in the 2nd and 4th quarters but was held scoreless in the 1st and 3rd quarters, converting only 3 of 11 3rd-down attempts in their loss to Dallas.</p><p>In their 30-14 loss to the Cowboys, the Panthers' defense allowed 410 total yards and struggled to stop the run, giving up 211 rushing yards on 40 attempts. Despite limiting Dallas to 199 passing yards, Carolina allowed three passing touchdowns. The Panthers' offense didn't help them out much, as the defense was on the field for 32:41 minutes of the game.<p></p>Carolina's defense managed just one sack in the game and lost the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials, with -7 and -6, respectively. Opponents also converted on 50% of their third down attempts against the Panthers.</p>

Arizona Cardinals vs Carolina Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Cavaliers? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 120.5 points, and Virginia is favored by -13.5 vs. American.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Even though we have Virginia winning straight-up, we like American at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 120.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will American Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>American fell to 4-5 on the season after an 84-57 road loss to Saint Joseph's on Wednesday. Entering the game as +12.5 underdogs, the Eagles failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>American trailed 44-26 at halftime and couldn't close the gap, scoring 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>American's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 57 points on 35.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, with two-point shooting at 40.6% and three-point shooting at 29.2% (7/24). They also hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10/15 from the line.</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming was a standout performer, scoring 26 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 61.5% overall and 42.9% from deep.</p><p>American's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 60% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 21 of 32 two-point attempts, a 65% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, American's defense conceded 8 threes on 16 attempts, with their opponent shooting 50%. They also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 85%. The Eagles gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Cavaliers Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Virginia fell to 6-5 on the season after a 64-62 loss to Memphis on Wednesday. The Cavaliers were +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia led 30-21 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The Cavaliers will need to tighten up defensively to get back on track.</p><p>Virginia's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 31.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they managed 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% from the field. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Taine Murray contributed 14 points on 55.6% shooting.</p><p>Virginia's defense held strong, giving up just 64 points while limiting their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. The Cavaliers allowed 15 made two-pointers on 34 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Virginia's defense conceded 6 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31%. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 77%.</p>

<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>The Rams are favored on the road in their week 16 matchup against the Jets. The game, set for 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, is being televised on CBS. The Rams' money line odds are -184, while the Jets' odds are +155. The Rams are favored by -3.5 points, and the over/under line is 46.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES RAMS VS NEW YORK JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Jets +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MetLife Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK JETS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rams winning this one by a score of 22 to 21</li><li>Even though we like the Rams to win, our ATS pick is to take the Jets at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 46.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rams Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With three straight wins, the Rams now sit at 8-6, putting them in first place in the NFC West. After a week 12 loss to the Eagles, they bounced back with wins over the Saints, Bills, and 49ers. In week 15, they defeated San Francisco 12-6, covering the spread as 3-point underdogs. The O/U line was 48.5, and the teams combined for just 18 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Rams have a 53.4% chance of making the playoffs and a 52.9% chance of winning the division. They rank 13th in our NFL power rankings. Against the spread, they are 7-7 this season, with an average scoring margin of -2. Their O/U record is also 7-7, with their games averaging 46.3 points compared to an average line of 47.3.</p><p>Matthew Stafford has been interception-free in his last three games, posting a passer rating of 76 in week 15, with 160 yards on 16/27 passing. In week 14, he threw for 320 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 23/30 passes. Before that, he had a 110 passer rating in week 13, with 183 yards and 2 touchdowns. Puka Nacua has been his top target, with 7 catches for 97 yards in week 15, following a 162-yard performance in week 14.</p> <p>Kyren Williams rushed for 108 yards on 29 carries in week 15. The Rams are currently 14th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.1, and they rank 13th in yards per game with 337.9. They are 24th in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 35.8%.</p><p>The Rams' defense was dominant in their most recent game, allowing just 128 passing yards and 63 rushing yards on 19 attempts to the 49ers. They came away with three sacks and limited San Francisco to just 25% on third down conversions. The Rams' defense also came up with one interception and didn't allow a touchdown, helping the team to a 12-6 win.</p><h3>Are The Jets Going Win In At Upset At MetLife Stadium</h3><p>With a 4-10 record, the Jets are 3rd in the AFC East and 11th in the conference standings. Our power rankings have them 18th heading into week 16. New York has a -3 scoring margin and is 5-9 against the spread, but they have covered in two straight games, including a 7-point win over the Jaguars in week 15. The O/U has gone over in four consecutive Jets games, and their O/U record stands at 8-5-1 this season.</p> <p>The Jets have been eliminated from playoff contention, with their chances of making the postseason and winning the division both at 0.0%. New York is 2-4 at home and 2-6 on the road, and they are 1-3 in division games. Their conference record is 4-6.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Jets rank 16th in our offensive power rankings. They are 19th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 20.2, and 23rd in yards per game with 307. New York ranks 7th in passing attempts, averaging 35.4 per game, and 18th in passing yards with 217.3 per game. On the ground, they are 29th in both rushing attempts and yards per game, averaging 21.4 attempts and 89.7 yards. The Jets rank 12th in 3rd-down conversions, with a 39.2% success rate, and are 16th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Aaron Rodgers had a big game in week 15, throwing for 289 yards and 3 touchdowns on 16/30 passing. Davante Adams was his top target, hauling in 9 catches for 198 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Jets scored 15 points in the 4th quarter against Jacksonville, after being shut out in the 2nd quarter. New York converted 4 of 10 3rd-down attempts and scored on 2 of their 3 red zone trips.</p><p>In their 32-25 win over the Jaguars, the Jets' defense gave up 421 yards. They allowed 136 rushing yards on 29 attempts and 285 passing yards on 31 completions. Despite this, they did come up with two interceptions. The Jaguars converted on 53.3% of their third down attempts and had two passing touchdowns against the Jets. New York's two sacks were part of their effort to limit the Jaguars.<p></p>

Los Angeles Rams vs New York Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Canadiens and Jets face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Jets are hosting the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Jets are favored to win at home against the Canadiens.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>With the Jets being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Jets.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Canadiens (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Canadiens Pull Off a Win at Winnipeg?</h3><p>Currently, the Canadiens hold an overall record of 13-13-4 for the season. On the road, Montreal has a 6-4-2 record, while they are 7-9-2 at their home venue. At the moment, they hold the 6th spot in the Eastern Atlantic division and are ranked 12th in the Eastern conference.</p><p>Montreal is 18-12 against the puck line this season. On the road, their puck line record sits at 8-4 compared to 10-8 at home. The average goal total for Montreal's games is sitting at 6.3. The average over/under line for the season is 6.4. The Canadiens come in with an over/under record of 14-15-1.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Montreal has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>On offense, the Canadiens are averaging 2.7 goals per game which is 28th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 23rd in the league. This year, the Canadiens have recorded a 3-2 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have 10-11 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Montreal's offense is Sean Monahan. Coming into the game he has 9 goals, ranking 87th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 10 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets come into the season ranked 25th in goals allowed. Opponents are averging 28.9 shots per game against Winnipeg. For the season, they are ranked 23rd in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Jake Allen has started 11 games this season. His current record stands at 3-6, and his save percentage is 0.58%.</p><h3>Can the Jets Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>As they head into their game vs. the Canadiens, the Jets have a 18-9-2 record thus far. While playing at home, their record stands at 9-5-1, and they have 9-4-1 mark on the road. In the Western Central division, they are currently 2nd, and in the Western conference, they come into the game sitting 5th.</p><p>In terms of the puck line, Winnipeg posted a 18-11 record. On the road they are 9-5 against the puck line, while their overall home performance is 9-6. On average, Winnipeg's games have finished with 6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.2. In total, the Jets come in with an over/under record of 12-14-3.</p><p>In their last three home games, Winnipeg has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Jets are averaging 3.3 goals per game this season, putting them in the 11th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 22nd in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Jets offense is 23rd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 16th in the NHL.</p><p>Winnipeg's leading goal scorer is Kyle Connor. So far this season, he has 17 goals, placing him 8th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 11 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Jets head into the game ranked 25th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.9 shots per game against Winnipeg. So far, they are 23rd in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Connor Hellebuyck comes into the game having made 22 starts this season. So far, his record is 15-6 and he has a save percentage of 0.926%.</p>

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