<p>Looking to win big? The Bears and Bulldogs face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at John J. Lee Amphitheater in New Haven, CT. This Ivy League conference matchup has an over/under of 139.5 points, and Yale is favored to win by -12 at home vs. Brown.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS YALE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +12</p><p>This game will be played at John J. Lee Amphitheater at 12:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Yale winning straight-up, we like Brown at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Bears Chances on the Road</h3><p>Coming into this game, Brown has won four straight games, and they have gone 5-5 in their last 10 road games. On the season, the Bears are 6-10 on the road, and they are 5-12 as the underdog.</p>

<p>Last time out, Brown beat Dartmouth by a score of 89-67. Through 28 games, they have gone 11-17, and they have gone 6-6 in Ivy League play.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Brown has an ATS record of 11-6. Over their last three games as the underdog, the Bears are 3-0 and have gone 7-3 in their last 10. On the road, Brown has an ATS record of 10-6 this year and is 6-4 in their last 10.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Brown is 13-13 and today's over/under line of 139.5 is right in line with the season-long average over/under line in their games of 142.2. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points compared to their season average of 142.2 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Brown offense ended with 89 points against Dartmouth. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 56.7% and made 16 threes. Leading Brown in scoring vs. Dartmouth was Kimo Ferrari with his 39 points. Nana Owusu-Anane also added 13 points for the Bears.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Brown defense is giving up an average of 71.5 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.0 threes per game vs. Yale. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 31.7%.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Yale enters this game as the favorite, as they have been in 19 of their 28 games this season. Their record as the favorite is 16-3, and they have gone 8-1 at home.</p>

<p>The Bulldogs have been dominant at home this season, going 8-1 with an average scoring margin of +12.1 points per game. Their last three games at home have resulted in wins, and they are 9-1 in their last 10 games at home. Overall, Yale has won three straight games and has a record of 20-8.</p><p>Yale has been a solid bet against the spread this season, going 15-9-2. At home, they are 6-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bulldogs have gone 9-1 ATS.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 139.5 is lower than the season average of 142.3 for Yale games. So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 with an average of 145 points per game.</p><p>The Bulldogs' offense finished with 80 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 75.6 points per contest. In terms of offense, the Bulldogs have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 84th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 156th in percentage and 214th in three-pointers made.</p><p>This season, the Yale defense has been impressive, holding the 42nd position in the country while permitting an average of 66.5 points per contest. Yale's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Harvard offense to knock down 51% of their shots on their way to putting up 60 points.</p>

Brown Bears vs Yale Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/9/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, Tennessee is set to host Florida at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville for what should be an exciting week seven matchup. The game will be broadcast on ESPN, and the over/under line is currently at 54.5 points. Tennessee is the -15.5 point favorite at home, with the Gators coming in with a 3-2 record and the Volunteers at 4-1 for the season.</p><h3>FLORIDA GATORS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Gators +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Neyland Stadium at 7:00 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA GATORS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Tennessee Volunteers winning this one by a score of 29 to 22</li><li>Even though we like the Tennessee Volunteers to win, our ATS pick is to take the Florida Gators at +15.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 54.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Florida Gators Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Florida enters Week 7 against Tennessee with a 3-2 record, ranked 36th in our CFB power rankings. They’ve gone 1-2 at home and 1-0 on the road. The Gators have only been favored in one game this season, and their chances of becoming bowl-eligible stand at 31.7%.</p> <p></p><p>Florida’s ATS record is 2-2, with a 1-0 mark on the road and 1-2 at home. They’ve been favored in just one game, covering the spread, and their average scoring margin is +5.8 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The Gators’ over/under record is 3-1, with their games averaging 54.6 points. This week’s line is set at 54.5 points, with two games featuring higher totals and three with lower lines.</p><p>Heading into week 7, Florida’s offense is averaging 30.2 points per game, placing them 46th nationally. They are 30th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game ranks 46th, with 268.6 yards per game, and they are 37th in completions, averaging 20 per game. Florida ranks 3rd in completion percentage at 73.5% and 24th in passer rating.</p><p></p><p>DJ Lagway has thrown for 667 yards with a passer rating of 111. He has four touchdowns and three interceptions. Montrell Johnson Jr. leads the rushing attack with 288 yards and four touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Florida ranks 87th in rushing, with 145.2 yards per game. Elijhah Badger has 346 receiving yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Florida's defense played well in their latest game, a 24-13 win over UCF, allowing just 13 points. They gave up 273 total yards, including 108 rushing yards on 40 attempts and 165 passing yards, while also forcing an interception.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, Florida’s defense is ranked 43rd nationally, allowing 24.4 points per game. Opponents are averaging 172.8 rushing yards per game, ranking Florida 123rd, and 222.4 passing yards per game. Quarterbacks have a 97.6 passer rating against Florida, completing 63.4% of their passes.</p><h3>Are The Tennessee Volunteers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Tennessee Volunteers enter Week 7 with a 4-1 record, ranked 6th in our power rankings. They have a 99.9% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 6.7% chance of winning the Southeastern. Tennessee also holds the 11th best odds to make the playoff at 47.5% and the 6th best odds to win the national championship at 4.4%.</p> <p></p><p>Tennessee is 1-0 at home and 2-1 on the road this season. They’ve been favored in four of their five games, going 3-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +36.6 points per game, and they’ve covered the spread in three of four games this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week’s game is 54.5 points. Tennessee’s games have averaged 55.4 points, with an average over/under line of 58.9 points. They are 2-2 against the over/under this season, with four games having higher lines than this week’s total.</p><p>Heading into week 7, Tennessee’s offense is 4th in the nation in scoring, averaging 46 points per game. They are also 9th in rushing, with 270 yards per game on 46 attempts. Dylan Sampson leads the team with 589 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns, averaging 6 yards per carry.</p> <p>Quarterback Nico Iamaleava has thrown for 1,048 yards, completing 66.4% of his passes, with seven touchdowns and two interceptions. Tennessee ranks 22nd in third-down conversions, converting 48.1% of their attempts. Iamaleava’s passer rating is 107. Dont’e Thornton Jr. has 284 receiving yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>Tennessee's defense has been a strong point this season, ranking 4th nationally by allowing just 9.4 points per game. They’ve also given up only 81.4 rushing yards per game, the 8th fewest in the country, and 159.6 passing yards per game, ranking 20th.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Arkansas, Tennessee allowed 19 points in a 19-14 loss. Arkansas gained 436 total yards, including 297 passing yards, but Tennessee’s defense did not allow a passing touchdown.</p>

Florida Gators vs Tennessee Volunteers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

<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>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Seahawks and Jayhawks. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Jayhawks at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155 points, and Kansas is favored by -23 vs. UNCW.</p><h3>UNCW SEAHAWKS VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCW Seahawks +23</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like UNCW at +23.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Seahawks Have a Shot at a Win at Lawrence?</h3><h3>UNCW Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UNCW picked up an 89-85 road win over USC Upstate on Friday, November 15th. Despite being -9 favorites, the Seahawks didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 156.5.</p> 

<p>Trailing 49-44 at halftime, UNCW turned things around by outscoring the Spartans 45-36 in the 2nd half.</p><p>UNCW's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 45.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 26.3% on 5-of-19 shooting, but connected on 54.8% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they made 28-of-37, good for 75.7%.</p> <p>Donovan Newby and Brit Harris each scored 20 points, with Harris shooting 70% from the field. Karmani Gregory added 17 points and 5 assists, while Mister Dean contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds. The Seahawks finished with 12 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite UNCW's defensive efforts, they allowed 85 points on 45% shooting in their previous game. Opponents found success inside, hitting 53% of their two-point attempts, going 21/39 from that range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW's defense conceded 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 23 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 69%. UNCW gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Kansas Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 3-0 with a 78-57 win over Oakland on Saturday. The Jayhawks were heavy favorites at -28.5, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Kansas dominated early, leading 46-24 at halftime, but they were outscored 33-32 in the second half, raising questions about their focus after the break.</p><p>Kansas put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and 40% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 64.3%, with a strong 66.7% shooting inside the arc.</p> <p>They dished out 24 assists, with AJ Storr contributing 16 points in just 19 minutes, shooting 77.8% overall and 66.7% from deep. Allen Mukeba led the team with 19 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Even with Kansas shooting 57% from the field, their opponent managed just 57 points. The Jayhawks were especially effective inside, hitting 66% of their two-point attempts, going 24/36.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas shot 40%, making 8 of 20 threes. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 54% on 6/11 shooting. The Jayhawks gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

UNCW Seahawks vs Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Panthers game? Catch the action at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FloH. In this non-conference matchup, Washington State is favored by -3.5 against Northern Iowa. The over/under for the game is 149 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Orleans Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington State Pull Off A Win at Orleans Arena?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington State dropped to 9-3 on the season following an 89-73 loss to Washington on Wednesday. The Cougars entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, the Cougars allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, Washington State put up 73 points, shooting 43.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line. The Cougars also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese led the scoring with 21 points each, with Davis hitting 3-of-7 from deep. Ethan Price added 16 points, while Mekhi Mason and LeJuan Watts contributed 15 points apiece. Great Osobor was efficient, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect, going 4-for-4 from the floor.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 21/41 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Northern Iowa improved to 6-4 on the season with a dominant 104-76 win over Montana on Monday. The Panthers were -10.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>Leading 48-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring the Grizzlies 56-42. The Panthers' offense was firing on all cylinders, as they put up over 100 points for the first time this season.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was unstoppable in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 69% (40/58). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.3%, thanks to 74.4% shooting on two-pointers (29/39) and 57.9% from beyond the arc (11/19).</p> <p>Leon Bond III led the way with 37 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 80% overall (12/15). Jacob Hutson added 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field (11/15), while Kai Johnson contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots (6/8).</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 76 points, their offense couldn't capitalize on the Panthers' defensive struggles. Northern Iowa allowed their opponent to shoot 69% from the field, including 74% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Phoenix Suns (-353) will host the Houston Rockets (+280) in a Western Conference matchup. The Suns are favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 234.</p>

<p>Phoenix (34-24) is currently 5th in the Western Conference, while the Rockets (25-33) are 12th. Houston has lost two straight games and is 3rd in the Southwest Division. The game will be played at Footprint Center in Phoenix.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, February 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 143-118 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with Kevin Durant points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Rockets Have What it Takes in Phoenix?</h3><p>As the Rockets look to snap their two-game losing streak, they will be hoping to improve their 9-18 ATS record on the road. Overall, they are 29-28 ATS this season and have not covered the spread in their last two games. As underdogs, their ATS record is 17-21.</p>

<p>On the road, Houston has an average scoring differential of -6.6 points per game. This year, they are 5-23 on the road, which is 20th in the Western Conference. As the underdog, their scoring differential is -4.3 PPG.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Rockets are currently in 12th place with a record of 25-33. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 17-17 compared to 8-16 against the East.</p>

<p>The Rockets' O/U record for the season is 26-32, and their games have averaged 225.9 points per game. In their last three games, the under has hit, and today's O/U line is set at 234.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Rockets lost to the Thunder by a score of 112-95. They were 10-point underdogs in that game and were 17-21 as underdogs on the season going into the game.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Rockets are 21st in the NBA at 112.8 points per game. However, on the road, they are averaging 110.5 points per game (23rd). In terms of pace, Houston is 13th in the league at 99.4 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Rockets have scored below the NBA scoring average in 63.8% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 26th in the league at 45%. When it comes to three-point shooting, Houston is 26th in both three-point percentage (35%) and made threes per game (20th).</p>

<p>Overall, the Rockets are 26th in assists at 24.7 per game. In terms of free throws, they are 11th in made free throws (18.2) and 7th in free throw attempts (23.8). When it comes to offensive rebounds, Houston is 9th in the NBA.</p><p>Currently, the Rockets' defense holds the 12th rank in the NBA, allowing 113.1 points per game. The Rockets defense is coming off a game in which they held the Thunder offense to just 38.9% shooting. Overall, they gave up 112 points to Oklahoma City.</p><h3>Will the Suns Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>In the Western Conference, the Suns are currently in 5th place with a record of 34-24. Within the Pacific Division, they are in 2nd place.</p>

<p>Phoenix has won eight straight games at home and is favored by 8.5 points against the Rockets. As the favorite, they have a record of 29-15 this season, going 18-25 against the spread.</p>

<p>This season, the Suns have gone 27-31 on the over/under, and their games have averaged 231.9 points per game. Today's O/U line of 234 is lower than their last four games.</p>

<p>The Suns' most recent game was a 123-113 win over the Lakers. They covered the spread as 3.5-point favorites and the game finished with a combined scoring total of 236 points, which was below the O/U line of 241.</p>

<p>In non-conference games, the Suns are 14-7 compared to 20-17 against Western Conference opponents. At home, they have a straight-up record of 19-11 and are 12-17 ATS.</p><p>At 117.5 points per game, the Suns are 10th in the NBA in scoring. They have been especially strong at home, where they are averaging 117.8 points per game. On the season, the Suns have outscored the NBA average in 55.2% of their games.</p>

<p>Phoenix is one of the top teams in the league in field goal percentage, shooting 49% from the field. They are also 4th in true shooting percentage. In terms of pace, the Suns are 15th in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Suns are 10th in three-point percentage but just 26th in three-point attempts. In terms of free throws, Phoenix is 2nd in made free throws and 4th in free throw attempts.</p><p>At this time, the Suns' defense is positioned 15th in the NBA, permitting 114.5 points per game. For the season, Phoenix is ranked 23rd in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 21.8 free-throws per game vs. the Suns and have an overall field goal percentage of 46.8%.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 2/29/24

<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>Looking to win big? The Islanders and Coyotes face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Coyotes are hosting the game at Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Coyotes are favored to win at home vs. the Islanders.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS ARIZONA COYOTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Coyotes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mullett Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Islanders winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Islanders on the moneyline (-114)</li><li>The Islanders are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Islanders Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>This season, the Islanders have put together an overall record of 17-11-10. When playing on the road, New York has gone 7-7-4, while their home record stands at 10-4-6. In the Eastern Metropolitan division, they are currently 3rd, and in the Eastern conference, they come into the game sitting 6th.</p><p>Analyzing their performance against the puck line, New York has a 20-17 record. On the road they are 12-5 against the puck line, while their overall home performance is8-12. This season, New York's games are averaging 6.4 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6. The Islanders currently have an over/under record of 22-14-1.</p><p>New York has a 1-2 record in their last three road games. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 4. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On offense, the Islanders are averaging 3.1 goals per game which is 18th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 19th in the league. The New York offense is ranked 16th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 4th in the NHL.</p><p>The leading scorer for New York's offense is Brock Nelson. Coming into the game he has 17 goals, ranking 21st in the NHL. Nelson also comes into the game with 15 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Coyotes head into the game ranked 14th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 31 shots per game against Arizona. So far, they are 2nd in shutouts, achieving 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ilya Sorokin gets the start and has made 24 starts this season. His record at this point is 11-6, and his save percentage is 1.0%.</p><h3>Does Arizona Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Through 36 games, the Coyotes have achieved an overall record of 19-15-2. When on the road, Arizona holds a 7-9-2 record, while they are 12-6-0 when playing at home. Their current record places them 5th in the Western Central division and 8th in the Western conference.</p><p>Arizona is 19-17 against the puck line this season. On the road, their puck line record sits at 10-8 compared to 9-9 at home. This season, Arizona's games have an average of 5.9 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.3. The Coyotes come in with an over/under performance of 19-16-1.</p><p>In their last three home games, Arizona has averaged 2 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>On offense, the Coyotes are averaging 3 goals per game which is 22nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 31st in the league. Arizona's offense comes into the game ranked 13th in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 20th in the NHL.</p><p>The leading scorer for Arizona's offense is Lawson Crouse. Coming into the game he has 16 goals, ranking 29th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 8 assists so far.</p><p>Arizona defense takes on the Islanders ranked 14th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 31 shots per game against Arizona. They alsso are 2nd in shutouts, with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. New York, goalie Connor Ingram has started 21 games in this season. His current record is 13-7, and his save percentage stands at 0.8137254901960784%.</p>

New York Islanders vs Arizona Coyotes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</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 Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball 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>At 7:00 ET, the 11th-ranked Houston Rockets (23-26) travel to face the 6th-ranked Indiana Pacers (28-23) in a non-conference matchup. The Pacers are favored by 7.5 points and the over/under line is set at 239.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and can be seen on BSIN.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-112 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Alperen Sengün finishing with Alperen Sengün points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.6% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Rockets Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Today, the Rockets are 10-22 as the underdog this season and have a scoring differential of -3.3 points per game in those games. On the road, their ATS record is 8-13, and they are 5-17 straight up.</p>

<p>This year, Houston's games have averaged a combined 225.7 points per game, which is 13.3 points lower than today's O/U line of 239. So far, their O/U record for the season is 23-26.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Timberwolves, the Rockets lost 111-90. The O/U line for that game was 221.5, and Houston was getting 8 points as the underdog.</p>

<p>Overall, the Rockets are 23-26 on the season, which is 11th in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they are 7-13 compared to 16-13 against the West.</p><p>Heading into this game, the Rockets are 21st in the NBA in scoring at 113.4 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 110.6 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Rockets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 40.8% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 13th in the league at 99.4 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, Houston is 24th in field goal percentage at 46%. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 26th in both three-point percentage (35%) and three-pointers made per game (12).</p><p>In the current season, the Rockets defense has excelled, sitting 8th in the NBA by allowing 112.3 points per game. So far this season, the Rockets' defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 3rd in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 26.4 times per game vs. Houston.</p><h3>Will Indiana Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>In Pacers games this season, the average over/under line is 243.4, which is higher than today's line of 239. The team has a 30-21 O/U record this season, with 34 of their games having higher over/under lines than 239.</p>

<p>Indiana's last game vs. the Hornets finished with a combined score of 214 points, which was well below the O/U line of 237. The Pacers won the game by a score of 115-99, covering the spread as 11.5-point favorites.</p>

<p>Indiana's ATS record at home this season is 14-11, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two home games. As the favorite, their ATS record is 11-10, and they are favored by 7.5 points today.</p>

<p>The Pacers are 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 28-23. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 22-13 and 9-2 against Central Division opponents. At home, the Pacers are 16-10 compared to 12-13 on the road.</p>

<p>Indiana's O/U record for the season is 30-21, and their games have averaged 246.5 points per game. As the favorite, their average scoring margin is +9.5 points per game, compared to -3.6 points per game as the underdog.</p><p>Indiana's offense is the most prolific in the league, averaging 124.2 points per game. They have been even better at home, scoring 126.7 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Pacers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 70.6% of their games. They have also been the top field goal shooting team, hitting 50% of their shots.</p>

<p>Indiana is the top team in the league in two-point field goals, making 58% of their attempts. However, they are just 12th in three-point attempts.</p><p>At this time, the Pacers' defense is positioned 28th in the NBA, permitting 122.4 points per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Pacers are forcing 13 per game, which is 19th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 8th in blocked shots at 5.9 per game.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/6/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Lightning and Canadiens. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Canadiens at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC. Get ready to place your bets! The Lightning are favored by -1.5 in this Atlantic divisional contest against the Canadiens. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Thursday, April 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>With the Lightning being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Lightning.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Canadiens (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Tampa Bay Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p><p>At 42-26-7, the Tampa Bay Lightning are in 4th place in the Atlantic Division and 6th in the Eastern Conference. In the Eastern Conference, they have gone 23-20, while they are 10-12 against divisional opponents. On the road, the Lightning have won two straight games and are 19-16-3 this season.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Tampa Bay is 8-2 and has gone 4-1 in their last five games. For the season, the Lightning have been favored in 44 of their 75 games and have gone 28-14-2 as the favorite. In their last three games, they have gone 2-1.</p></p><p>On the season, Tampa Bay is 40-35 against the puck line, including going 8-2 against the puck line in their last ten games. They have 31 wins by multiple goals compared to 11 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>When playing on the road, the Lightning have gone 19-19 against the puck line and 8-2 against the puck line in their last ten road games. In their last five games away from home, the team has gone 4-1 against the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Tampa Bay's games are averaging 6.7 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.5. The Lightning currently have an over/under record of 35-36-4.</p><p>Tampa Bay has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>Offensively, the Lightning come into the game at 3.5 goals per contest placing 5th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 22nd position in the league. So far this year, the Lightning are 23-13 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 18-11 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Tampa Bay's leading scorer is Brayden Point. So far, he has 43 goals which is 7th in the NHL. Point also comes into the game with 40 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Canadiens head into the game ranked 6th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.4 shots per game against Montreal. So far, they are 25th in shutouts, achieving 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Montreal, goalie Matt Tomkins has started three games in this season. His current record is 1-2, and his save percentage stands at 0.277%.</p><h3>Will the Canadiens Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Canadiens have a record of 15-18-4, and they have gone 5-1-0 in games where they are the underdog. Over their last ten games, Montreal has gone 5-5, and they have a record of 29-33-12 overall, which has them in 8th place in the Atlantic Division and 15th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Canadiens have gone 4-1, and they have a record of 24-32-12 when they are the underdog. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, Montreal has gone 15-27 this season.</p></p><p>As the underdog, the Canadiens have a puck line record of 46-22 this season and 48-26 overall. So far, Montreal has gone 12-22 in road games with multiple-goal losses.</p>

<p>On the year, the Canadiens have an average scoring margin of -0.6 goals per game, and they have gone 7-3 against the puck line in their last ten games. In their last five home games, Montreal has a puck line record of 4-1.</p> <p>This season, Montreal's games are averaging 6.2 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Canadiens currently have an over/under record of 36-36-2.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Tampa Bay has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>Offensively, the Canadiens come into the game at 2.7 goals per contest placing 27th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 28th position in the league. This season, the Canadiens are 6-9 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 23-23 record.</p><p>Montreal's leading scorer is Nick Suzuki. So far, he has 32 goals which is 23rd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 39 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Canadiens head into the game ranked 6th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.4 shots per game against Montreal. So far, they are 25th in shutouts, achieving 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Tampa Bay, goalie Cayden Primeau has started 17 games in this season. His current record is 8-7, and his save percentage stands at 0.464%.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 4/4/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Longhorns and Jayhawks game? Catch the action at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS, as the Jayhawks hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN. This Big 12 conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Kansas is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. Texas.</p><h3>TEXAS LONGHORNS VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Longhorns +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 6:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS LONGHORNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like Texas at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>After a 62-56 win over Kansas State, Texas is 17-9 overall and 6-7 in Big 12 play. The Longhorns are 4-4 on the road and have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games away from home. They are 3-5 as the underdog this season and have been the underdog in eight of their 26 games.</p>

<p>For the year, Texas has an average scoring differential of -3.6 on the road, while it is +12.8 at home. The Longhorns are 13-5 at home and have won their last two games at home. They are 14-4 when favored this season.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Texas has gone 4-4 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 3-5 this year and over their last 10 road games, they are 5-5 vs. the spread. Overall, the Longhorns are just 9-17 ATS this season.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 144.5 is right in line with the average over/under line in Texas' games this season (144.5). So far, 14 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points compared to their season average of 143.5 points per game.</p><p>Texas offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 62 points against Kansas State. In that game, they made 3/19 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 36.2%. The team's top scorer is Max Abmas, who enters today's matchup with an average of 16.9, while Dylan Disu also carries a PPG average of 17.1 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Texas defense is giving up an average of 67.9 points per contest. In today's game vs. Kansas, the Texas defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Texas made 17 free-throws vs. the Longhorns.</p><h3>Can the Jayhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, Kansas has been nearly unbeatable, going 14-0 with an average scoring margin of +14.9 points per game. So far, the Jayhawks have been favored in 24 of their 26 games, and they have gone 20-4 in those contests.</p>

<p>Recently, Kansas has been even better at home, going 10-0 in their last 10 games at Allen Fieldhouse. In their last game, the Jayhawks beat Oklahoma by a score of 67-57.</p><p>When looking at Kansas' ATS record this season, they are currently 11-15. At home, they have gone 7-7 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Jayhawks are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Kansas games is 11-15. Today's line of 144.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this season (145). The average scoring total in their games this year is 144.2. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 125 points.</p><p>The Kansas offense is coming off a game where they scored 67 points against Oklahoma. They posted a field goal percentage of 44.1% and connected on 6 threes. Hunter Dickinson was the leading scorer for the Jayhawks, putting up 20 points. In addition, Johnny Furphy contributed 15 points.</p><p>This season, the Kansas defense has been impressive, holding the 66th position in the country while permitting an average of 67.6 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Oklahoma, the Sooners finished with a field goal percentage of 32% and a total of 57 points vs. Kansas.</p>

Texas Longhorns vs Kansas Jayhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/24/24

<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>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arizona State Sun Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Penguins and Senators face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Senators are hosting the game at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON. The Penguins come into this Eastern conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, March 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Senators.</li><li>We like the Senators on the moneyline (-105)</li><li>The Senators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Penguins Grab a Win in Ottawa?</h3><p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Penguins are 13th in the Eastern Conference with 64 points and a record of 28-27-8. Over their last ten games, Pittsburgh has gone 4-6 and has lost three straight games. On the road, the Penguins are 12-15-4 this season and have lost four straight games away from home.</p>

<p>When favored, Pittsburgh has gone 19-15-5 this season, and they have been favored in 39 of their 63 games. Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Penguins have gone 15-20 this season and are 7th in the Metropolitan Division.</p></p><p>When favored this season, the Penguins have gone 15-24 vs. the puck line and have an average scoring margin of +0.4 goals per game. So far, Pittsburgh has 19 wins by multiple goals and has dropped 18 games by more than one goal.</p>

<p>Overall, the Penguins have a puck line record of 29-34, including going 4-6 vs. the puck line in their last ten games. In their last ten road games, Pittsburgh has a puck line mark of 4-6, and their average scoring margin on the road is -.2 goals per game.</p> <p>This season, Pittsburgh's games are averaging 5.8 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Penguins currently have an over/under record of 24-34-5.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Penguins offense has averaged 1 goals per game while allowing an average of 5. Pittsburgh posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>On offense, the Penguins are averaging 2.8 goals per game which is 26th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 8th in the league. This season, the Penguins have a 18-17 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 9-10 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Pittsburgh's offense is Sidney Crosby. Coming into the game he has 32 goals, ranking 13th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Crosby has 32 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators are currently 29th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.6 shots per game against Ottawa. They also are 28th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Tristan Jarry gets the start and has made 43 starts this season. His record at this point is 18-21, and his save percentage is 0.898%.</p><h3>Does Ottawa Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p><p>At home this season, Ottawa has gone 17-14-2, and they have gone 25-33-4 overall. In the Atlantic Division, the Senators are in 8th place, and they are 15th in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, Ottawa has gone 18-17 this year.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Senators are just 2-8, and they have lost five straight games. As the underdog this year, Ottawa has gone 11-18-4, and they have gone 0-5 in their last five games.</p></p><p>At home this season, Ottawa has a puck line record of 15-18, and their average scoring margin is at .0 goals per game. So far, they have played 33 games as the underdog and have a puck line record of 18-15.</p>

<p>When looking at their last ten home games, the Senators have a puck line record of 5-5. Overall, Ottawa has 25 losses by more than one goal, and their puck line record for the season is at 27-35.</p> <p>Games involving Ottawa have an average of 6.8 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.6. In terms of their over/under performance, the Senators come in with a record of 32-27-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Penguins have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 1 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>Offensively, the Senators come into the game at 3.2 goals per contest placing 17th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 14th position in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Senators offense is 21st in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 21st in the NHL.</p><p>Ottawa's current leading scorer is Brady Tkachuk. This season, he has 27 goals, which puts him 25th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 25 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators are currently 29th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.6 shots per game against Ottawa. They also are 28th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Joonas Korpisalo has started 36 games this season. His current record stands at 13-20, and his save percentage is 0.833%.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction 3/12/24

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

Tennessee State Tigers vs Morehead State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Ravens are heavily favored in their week 16 matchup against the Steelers, with the money line sitting at -279 for the Ravens and +230 for the Steelers. The game, set for Saturday, December 21st at 4:30 ET at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, is crucial for both teams. The Ravens are 9-5 and the Steelers are 8-6, and the Ravens are -6 point favorites on the point spread. FOX is handling the television coverage, and the over/under line is 44.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +6</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 24 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Steelers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>At 10-4, the Steelers hold a 70.1% chance of winning the AFC North and have already locked up a playoff spot. They rank 9th in our NFL power rankings and sit 3rd in the AFC standings. Pittsburgh is 5-1 at home and 5-3 on the road, including a 3-1 record in division games. Against the spread, they are 10-4, with a +5.1 scoring margin. They are 5-3 as favorites and 5-1 as underdogs.</p> <p>After winning three straight, the Steelers fell to the Eagles in week 15, leaving them at 10-4. They were 5.5-point underdogs but couldn’t cover, losing by 14. The O/U line was 43, and the teams combined for 40 points, marking the second straight under in Pittsburgh’s games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Steelers are 17th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 9th in the NFL in points per game (24) and are 17th in yards per game, averaging 325.6. Pittsburgh relies on the run game, ranking 2nd in rushing attempts and 9th in rushing yards per game. On the other hand, they are 28th in passing attempts and 24th in passing yards, with an average of 198.9 per game. The Steelers are 13th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 38.9%.</p> <p>Russell Wilson threw for 128 yards (14/22) and a touchdown in week 15 against the Eagles. Najee Harris had just 14 rushing yards on 6 carries, while Calvin Austin III led the team with 65 receiving yards on 5 catches. Pittsburgh scored 13 points in the loss, with all of them coming in the first half.</p><p>In their 27-13 loss to the Eagles, the Steelers' defense allowed Philadelphia to convert on 58.8% of their third down attempts. The Eagles finished with 401 yards of total offense, with Pittsburgh giving up 270 passing yards and 131 rushing yards on 42 attempts. Philadelphia found success through the air, completing 78.1% of their passes and averaging 8.4 yards per attempt.<p></p>Despite the tough game, the Steelers' defense did manage to record three sacks and had more quarterback hits and tackles for loss than the Eagles.</p><h3>Are The Ravens Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Ravens have a 99.5% chance of making the playoffs and a 29.9% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 4th in our NFL power rankings heading into week 16. Baltimore is 7-6-1 against the spread, including a 7-5-1 mark as the favorite. Their O/U record is 11-3, with their games averaging 53.6 points per game.</p> <p>In week 15, the Ravens bounced back from their week 13 loss to the Eagles with a 35-14 win over the Giants. Baltimore covered the 16.5-point spread, improving to 9-5. The combined 49 points in the game went over the 43.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Ravens are 2nd in our offensive power rankings, leading the NFL with 424.1 yards per game and ranking 3rd in points per game with 29.9. They are 3rd in passing yards per game (245.6) despite ranking 26th in pass attempts. Baltimore also ranks 2nd in rushing, with 178.4 yards per game on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson is coming off a 5-touchdown performance in week 15, going 21/25 for 290 yards against the Giants. Derrick Henry rushed for 67 yards on 14 carries, while Rashod Bateman led the receivers with 80 yards and 2 touchdowns on 3 catches. Baltimore converted 9 of 11 third downs in the win.</p><p>The Ravens' defense was dominant in their 35-14 win over the Giants, allowing just 55 rushing yards on 20 attempts. They held the Giants to 181 passing yards and a completion percentage of 59.5%. Baltimore's defense gave up just one touchdown and limited the Giants to a 16.7% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>They also came away with three sacks, one interception, and held the Giants to 236 total yards. The Ravens' defense was effective in generating pressure, as they had a positive differential in QB hits and tackles for loss.</p>

Pittsburgh Steelers vs Baltimore Ravens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</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>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

<p>The Phoenix Suns (-475) will host the Atlanta Hawks (+358) in a non-conference matchup tonight at Footprint Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 ET and the game will be televised on NBA TV.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 9.5 points and the over/under line is set at 226.5. The Suns are 8th in the Western Conference with a record of 40-29, while the Hawks are 10th in the East at 30-38.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 10:30 ET on Thursday, March 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-111 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with Dejounte Murray points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hawks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 10 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Atlanta Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Today, the Hawks are 9.5-point underdogs against the Suns. This season, they have been the underdog in 30 of their 68 games and have gone 9-21 in those games.</p>

<p>On the road, Atlanta is 12-23 ATS and has an average scoring differential of -3.8 points per game. Overall, they are 23-45 ATS this season.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, the Hawks are 35-33 this season. In their games, the average over/under line is 237.4, and their games have averaged 240.1 points per game.</p>

<p>Atlanta's last game was a 136-105 loss to the Lakers. The O/U line for that game was also 226.5, and the Hawks were 9-point underdogs going into the game.</p>

<p>Currently, the Hawks are 10th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 30-38. Against the East, they are 17-26 and 13-12 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>For the season, the Hawks are 23-45 ATS and have gone 13-25 ATS as the favorite. In their last two games, they have failed to cover the spread.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Hawks have been one of the best teams in the league this season, averaging 119 points per game, which is 5th in the NBA. However, they have been even better at home, where they are averaging 122.5 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Hawks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 57.4% of their games this season. In terms of pace, they are 5th in the league at 100.4 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Hawks are 7th in the NBA in both three-pointers made per game (13.6) and three-point attempts per game (37.6). Overall, they are shooting 36% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Looking at the Hawks defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 121.1 points per game (29th). In their previous game, the Hawks' defense struggled against the Lakers, giving up 136 points on a field goal percentage of 42%.</p><h3>Are Phoenix Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>As the favorite, the Suns have a scoring margin of +5 points per game this season. In these games, they have a record of 34-17 and have gone 20-30 against the spread as the home favorite and 27-41 overall.</p>

<p>Phoenix's O/U record for the season is 30-38-1, and their games have averaged 231.3 points per game. Today's O/U line of 226.5 is lower than their season average of 232 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Suns defeated the 76ers by a score of 115-102. The O/U line for that game was 222 points. Phoenix covered the spread as 9.5-point favorites.</p>

<p>The Suns are currently 8th in the Western Conference with a record of 40-29. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 22-19 and 7-8 against their division. This year, they are 18-10 against non-conference opponents.</p>

<p>On the season, the Suns are 13-22 against the spread at home and 27-41 overall. Their average scoring margin at home is +2.8 PPG. In comparison, their road scoring margin is +2.2 PPG, and they are 14-19 ATS on the road.</p><p>This season, the Suns are 5th in field goal percentage and 5th in true shooting percentage. They are also 8th in two-point field goal percentage at 56%. In terms of scoring, the Suns are 11th in the league at 116.9 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Suns are 8th in three-point percentage at 37%. However, they are just 21st in three-point makes per game.</p>

<p>At home, Phoenix is averaging 116.8 points per game compared to 117.0 on the road. In terms of pace, the Suns are 15th in the league at 98.5 possessions per game.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Suns defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 44.9% of their games. Currently, they are 16th in the NBA at 114.4 points per game allowed. Inside the arc, the Suns defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.1% and 36.5% from three-point territory.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 3/21/24

<p>The Mavericks are looking to even up this first-round series with the Thunder at two games apiece when they tip off at 9:30 PM ET at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. TNT is carrying this one on TV, and the Mavericks are favored by one point at home. The over/under line is at 213.5 points, and the money line odds are -118 for the Mavericks and -102 for the Thunder.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder +1</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 9:30 ET on Monday, May 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-114 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><p>The Mavericks picked up a 105-101 win over the Thunder in the most recent game of this series. Going into the game, the Mavericks were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was set at 217.5 points, and the teams fell 11.5 points short of that mark.</p>

<p>P.J. Washington led the Mavericks with 27 points in the win, and Luka Doncic added 22 points and 15 rebounds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 31 points and 10 rebounds for the Thunder. Both teams shot just 33.3% from three-point range, and the Mavericks made just 11 threes.</p><h3>Will the Thunder Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Today's game against the Mavericks is the 23rd time this season that the Thunder have been the underdog. In those games, they have gone 10-12 straight up and 12-10 against the spread. As the underdog, their average scoring margin is -1.5 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Mavericks, the Thunder lost by a score of 105-101. They were 1.5-point underdogs in that game, giving them an ATS loss. The O/U line for that game was 217.5 points.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City's O/U record for the season is 46-42-1, and their games have averaged 230.8 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 213.5, which is lower than their season average of 230.5.</p>

<p>The Thunder are currently 1st in the Western Conference with a record of 57-25. In the West, they have gone 36-16 against other conference opponents and 21-9 in non-conference games. On the road, they are 26-18.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City has lost two straight games and is 51-38 against the spread this season. On the road, they are 22-22 ATS, and their average scoring differential on the road is +2.3 points per game.</p><p>Oklahoma City comes into the game as the NBA's 3rd ranked scoring offense, at 120.1 points per game. But they have been below the league average in 37.8% of their games. The Thunder's three-point shooting percentage of 38% is the best mark in the league. Overall, they are shooting 49% from the field, which is the 3rd best rate in the league.</p>

<p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 28.2 points per game over his last five games, along with 6.8 assists and 9.2 rebounds. His season-long numbers are 30.1 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.5 rebounds. Jalen Williams is averaging 19.1 points for the season and 19.8 points in his last five games.</p><p>On the season, the Thunder have been a solid defensive team, ranking 10th in points allowed per game at 111.4. They have been even better on the road, giving up 113.7 points per game, which is 14th in the NBA.</p>

<p>One area where Oklahoma City has excelled is in steals and blocked shots, ranking 1st in both categories. They have also done a good job defending the paint, as they are 2nd in two-point shooting percentage allowed.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even better on the defensive end, giving up just 98.6 points per game. During this stretch, they have been the top-ranked defense in terms of field goal percentage allowed.</p><h3>Will the Dallas Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>In games this season, the Mavericks have averaged a combined scoring total of 231.2 points per game compared to today's O/U line of 213.5. In their most recent game vs. the Thunder, the teams combined for 206 points.</p>

<p>Dallas has gone 41-50 on the O/U this season and 37 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's. In non-conference games, the Mavs are 19-11 on the O/U.</p>

<p>The Mavericks have won their last two games straight up and are currently favored by 1 point against the Thunder. In the Western Conference, they are in 5th place with a record of 50-32.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Mavericks are 54-37 for the season and have covered in their last two games. At home, they are 24-21 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +3.8 points per game.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Mavericks have a straight-up record of 42-15 and are 37-20 vs. the spread. In their last game vs. the Thunder, Dallas won 105-101 and covered the spread (-1.5).</p><p>Overall, the Mavericks are averaging 117.9 points per game this season, which is 8th in the NBA. Their scoring average at home is 117.7 points per contest, which is 9th in the league. Dallas is 3rd in both three-point attempts and makes this season, but they are just 15th in three-point shooting percentage. The team's three-point shooting percentage of 36% is 15th in the league.</p>

<p>Luka Doncic is averaging 26.6 points per game over his last five games to go along with 8.8 assists and 9 rebounds. His season three-point shooting percentage is 38.2%. Kyrie Irving is averaging 19 points and 6.2 assists in his last five games and 25.6 points for the year. P.J. Washington has hit 3.6 threes per game in his last five games on a shooting percentage of 47.4%.</p><p>So far this season, the Mavericks have been a middle-of-the-pack defense, ranking 17th in points allowed per game at 114.4. At home, they have been slightly better, allowing 113.9 points per game.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Mavericks have been even better on the defensive end, ranking 7th in points allowed at 104.4. During this stretch, they have been particularly good at defending the three-point line, allowing opponents to shoot just 32.8% from beyond the arc.</p>

<p>On the season, opposing teams have hit 36.8% of their three-point attempts against Dallas. In terms of made threes allowed per game, the Mavericks are 17th in the NBA.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 5/13/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Eagles and Tigers game? Catch the action at Gentry Center in Nashville, TN, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Morehead State come into this Ohio Valley conference matchup as the -3.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 136.5 points.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee State Tigers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gentry Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Defense Show Up in Nashville?</h3><p>Morehead State comes into this game with a 16-5 record and a three-game winning streak. They are 7-1 in Ohio Valley Conference play and 9-4 in non-conference games. On the road, they have gone 6-5 this season, and over their last 10 games away from home, they are 6-4.</p>

<p>So far, the Eagles have been favored in 10 games, going 9-1 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin on the road this season is -0.9 points per game, compared to +13.7 at home.</p><p>Morehead State has been excellent against the spread this season, going 13-3-1. They have been even better vs. the spread when favored, going 9-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 7-3-1 and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 9-1.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Morehead State games is 9-8, and the average scoring total in their games is 139.2 points. Today's over/under line of 136.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (138.1). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2, and the average scoring total in those games is 138 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Morehead State offense tallied 64 points in a matchup against Western Illinois. Their field goal percentage for the game was 43.1%, and they made 3 threes. Offensively, the Eagles have a season long field goal percentage of 46%, which is 95th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 191st in percentage and 49th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far this season, the Morehead State defense has been performing well, ranking 9th in the country at 62.5 points allowed per contest. The Morehead State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 50 points and allowed Western Illinois to connect on 3 threes.</p><h3>Can Tennessee State Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>As the underdog, Tennessee State will look to extend their four-game winning streak when they host Morehead State. The Tigers have a record of 12-9 this season, including a 5-3 mark in Ohio Valley Conference games. They are 4-2 at home this year, and their average scoring margin at home is +7.0.</p>

<p>Most recently, Tennessee State defeated Eastern Illinois by a score of 64-60. Over their last 10 games at home, the Tigers have gone 8-2. For the season, they have been the underdog in eight games, going 3-5.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Tennessee State has gone 3-5 vs. the spread. Their overall ATS mark stands at 7-10. At home, the Tigers are 3-3 vs. the spread this year and 3-0 ATS in their last three home games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Tennessee State has gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 136.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Tennessee State's games this year (147). Their over/under record for the season is 7-10 and their last three games have finished with an average of 125 points compared to the season average of 144.4.</p><p>The Tennessee State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 64 points vs. Eastern Illinois. Overall their field goal percentage was 37.3% while connecting on 4 threes. Offensively, the Tigers have a season long field goal percentage of 44%, which is 217th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 197th in percentage and 210th in three-pointers made.</p><p>On the defensive side, Tennessee State is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 70.7 points per game. The Tennessee State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 60 points and allowed Eastern Illinois to connect on 2 threes.</p>

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