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<p>Betting on today's Warriors and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FS2. The over/under for this game is set at 134.5 points, and Butler is favored by -11.5 against Merrimack College in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 88-61 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Merrimack College Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Merrimack College fell 74-63 to Rutgers on Wednesday, November 20th. The Warriors, who were +19.5 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game reached 137, just over the 134.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Merrimack trailed 37-30 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 37. Despite the loss, the Warriors' performance against a strong Rutgers team was better than anticipated.</p><p>Merrimack's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, with a strong 55% shooting on two-pointers but struggling from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 24 threes (16.7%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they were perfect, going 7 for 7. Ace Bailey and Adam Clark led the way, with Bailey scoring 23 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while Clark added 22 points and 6 assists. Dylan Harper chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Merrimack's defensive efforts, they allowed 74 points on 41% shooting from the field. The Warriors gave up 18 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, also at a 41% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Merrimack's opponents hit 7 of 17 threes, shooting 41%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 17 free throws, or 73%. Merrimack allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler picked up an 81-70 win over SMU on Friday, November 15th. The Bulldogs were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they not only won, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Butler led 36-33 at halftime and outscored SMU 45-37 in the 2nd half. The O/U line was set at 157.5, but the teams combined for 151 points, falling just under the total.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 26 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 19 of 24 for 79.2%.</p> <p>Chuck Harris led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 5 from three, while Kolby King was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4 and finishing with 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall. Jahmyl Telfort added 19 points and 6 rebounds, and Boopie Miller contributed 17 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Butler's defense gave up 70 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field. They held them to 37% on two-point attempts, as the other team made 13 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Butler allowed 12 threes on 26 attempts, a 46% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they hit 19 free throws, shooting 79%. Butler gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Merrimack College Warriors vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<p>The Terriers and Tommies are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Tommies will host the game at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, WI. The odds for this non-conference game currently have St. Thomas (MN) as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>WOFFORD TERRIERS VS ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wofford Terriers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena at 5:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WOFFORD TERRIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-67 in favor of the Terriers.</li><li>Not only will Wofford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Wofford Pull Off A Win at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena?</h3><h3>Wofford Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wofford's season took a tough turn with an 86-35 loss to Duke on Saturday, November 16th. The Terriers were +29 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 121, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Wofford trailed 51-14 at halftime and managed 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The Terriers will need to regroup after this lopsided defeat.</p><p>Wofford's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 35 points while shooting 24.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 28.1%, and they hit only 5 of 33 three-point attempts, shooting 15.2% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They managed 12 offensive rebounds and 9 assists, with Tyrese Proctor and Isaiah Evans each hitting 4 of 7 threes. Caleb Foster was 3 of 4 from deep, finishing with 13 points on 66.7% shooting overall.</p><p>Wofford's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wofford allowed 16 threes on 38 attempts, a 42% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 10 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Tommies Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) fell to Arizona State 81-66 on Sunday, November 17th, in an away game. The Tommies entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>St. Thomas trailed 39-29 at halftime and were outscored 42-37 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 147, just over the 145.5-point O/U line.</p><p>St. Thomas managed just 66 points in their latest game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 29.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 37 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, with their two-point shooting at 51.7%.</p> <p>Joson Sanon connected on 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Basheer Jihad led the team with 20 points, while Jayden Quaintance contributed 13 points and 14 rebounds, along with 4 assists.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) struggled defensively, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 56% of their two-point attempts, going 18/32 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Thomas (MN) allowed 9/22 shooting, or 40%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 18 attempts (69%). The Tommies gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Wofford Terriers vs St. Thomas (MN) Tommies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Eagles and Cardinals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ACC, and it's hosted by the Cardinals at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Louisville is favored by -17.5 against Winthrop in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>WINTHROP EAGLES VS LOUISVILLE CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at KFC Yum! Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Even though we have Louisville winning straight-up, we like Winthrop at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Eagles Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop picked up a 77-75 win over North Carolina Central on Sunday, November 17th. Playing at home, the Eagles were favored by 10 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 152, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> 

<p>Winthrop trailed 40-39 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 35 points while scoring 38 to secure the win.</p><p>Kelton Talford's 22 points and 10 rebounds helped Winthrop to a 77-point performance, shooting 48.1% from the field. They connected on 60.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28.6% (6/21).</p> <p>Po'Boigh King made 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 18 points, while Nick Johnson added 17 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Winthrop's effective field goal percentage was 53.7%, and they grabbed 13 offensive rebounds with 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Winthrop's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field, hitting 26 of their 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, converting 60% of their two-point shots (20/33).</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop held their opponent to 28% shooting, as they made just 6 of 21 attempts. The opposing team also went to the line 26 times, making 19 free throws for 73%. Winthrop allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cardinals Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Louisville improved to 4-0 on the season with a dominant 100-68 win over Bellarmine on Tuesday. The Cardinals, who were -30.5 point favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 168 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Louisville took control early, leading 48-27 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 52 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Louisville's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a field goal percentage of 54.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.1%, thanks in large part to their 79.3% shooting from two-point range (23/29).</p> <p>Ben Johnson led the way with 29 points, hitting 6 of 11 from beyond the arc, while Terrence Edwards Jr. added 26 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 57.1% from three. The Cardinals hit 12 threes as a team, shooting 34.3% from deep, and also connected on 18 of 24 free throws (75%).</p><p>Even with Louisville’s defense giving up 68 points, their offense couldn’t capitalize on the opportunity. The Cardinals allowed their opponent to shoot 54% from the field, including a staggering 79% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Louisville’s defense conceded 12 threes on 35 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Winthrop Eagles vs Louisville Cardinals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>ESPN2 will be covering this week 11 college football matchup between the Bowling Green Falcons and Central Michigan Chippewas, set to kick off at 7:30 ET from Kelly/Shorts Stadium in Mount Pleasant. The Falcons are 4-4 on the season and come in as the heavy -14-point favorites over the Chippewas, who are 3-5. The money line odds have Bowling Green at -602 and Central Michigan at +427, with the over/under line currently at 48.5 points.</p><h3>BOWLING GREEN FALCONS VS CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Michigan Chippewas +14</p><p>This game will be played at Kelly/Shorts Stadium at 7:30 ET on Tuesday, November 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHIPPEWAS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Bowling Green Falcons winning this one by a score of 23 to 21</li><li>Even though we like the Bowling Green Falcons to win, our ATS pick is to take the Central Michigan Chippewas at +14</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bowling Green Falcons Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Bowling Green enters Week 11 with a 4-4 record, facing Central Michigan. They are 1-2 at home and 2-2 on the road this season. The Falcons have a 90% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, and they hold a 22.3% chance of winning the Mid-American, according to projections.</p> <p></p><p>The Falcons have been favored in four games this season, going 2-2 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin is +5.1 points per game, and they are 3-4 against the spread. On the road, they are 3-1 ATS, but they’ve struggled at home with an 0-3 ATS record.</p> <p></p><p>Bowling Green’s over/under record is 3-4, with their games averaging 49.1 points. Their average over/under line is 50.1 points, and this week’s line is set at 48.5 points.</p><p>Bowling Green’s offense ranks 59th in points per game, averaging 27.1, and they are 61st in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11. Quarterback Connor Bazelak has thrown for 1,815 yards, completing 68.8% of his passes, and the team ranks 19th in completion percentage. Bazelak has 10 touchdowns and four interceptions, with a passer rating of 99.</p> <p>Bowling Green is 42nd in passing completions, averaging 20.4 per game, and they are 72nd in passing yards, with 230.4 yards per game. On third downs, they convert 39.4% of their attempts. The run game averages 148.6 yards per game. Terion Stewart leads the rushing attack with 562 yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Malcolm Johnson Jr. has 339 receiving yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Bowling Green’s defense has been solid this season, ranking 26th nationally by allowing just 22 points per game. They’ve given up 181.5 passing yards per game, which ranks 31st, and have held opposing quarterbacks to a 56.7% completion rate.</p> <p>In their recent game against Toledo, the defense allowed 26 points, giving up 418 total yards, including 251 passing yards and three touchdowns. They also forced one interception in the game.</p><h3>Are The Central Michigan Chippewas Going Win In At Upset At Kelly/Shorts Stadium</h3><p>Central Michigan enters Week 11 against Bowling Green with a 3-5 record, ranked 120th in our power rankings. They have just a 5.6% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Chippewas are 2-1, while they’ve struggled on the road, going 0-4 this season.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Central Michigan is 2-5, with an average scoring margin of -5.2 points per game. They are 0-3 ATS as the favorite but have gone 2-2 as the underdog.</p><p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 5-2, with games averaging 59.2 points. This week’s line is set at 48.5 points, below their average over/under line of 50.1 points.</p><p>Central Michigan’s offense ranks 105th in our power rankings heading into week 11, averaging 27 points per game, which places them 60th nationally. Their passing game has struggled, ranking 109th with 189.5 yards per game, and they have converted just 33.6% of their third-down attempts. Joe Labas, their quarterback, has thrown for 1,114 yards with seven touchdowns and seven interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 76.</p> <p></p><p>Central Michigan’s strength lies in their running game, averaging 184.4 yards per game on 36.5 attempts. Marion Lukes leads the team with 465 rushing yards, four touchdowns, and an average of 4 yards per carry. Evan Boyd, the leading receiver, has 302 yards and two touchdowns on 21 catches.</p><p>Central Michigan's defense struggled in their recent 46-7 loss to Miami (OH), giving up 46 points and 518 total yards. They allowed 277 rushing yards on 39 attempts and 241 passing yards, with two passing touchdowns.</p> <p></p><p>On average, the Chippewas have allowed 32.2 points per game this season. Opponents have averaged 186.8 rushing yards per game and 209.5 passing yards, completing 59.4% of their throws.</p>

Bowling Green Falcons vs Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Pick & Prediction 11/5/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Raiders versus the Crimson? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Lavietes Pavilion in Cambridge, MA. Colgate is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference contest against Harvard. The game's over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>COLGATE RAIDERS VS HARVARD CRIMSON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Harvard Crimson +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lavietes Pavilion at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HARVARD CRIMSON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Crimson.</li><li>Not only will Harvard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Raiders Chances in Cambridge</h3><h3>Colgate Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Raiders dropped their latest game on Monday, November 18th, falling 72-49 to NC State on the road. Colgate went into the game as +12.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Colgate trailed 40-22 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 27 points while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 121 fell well short of the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Colgate struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit only 19.2% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Ben Middlebrooks led the Raiders with 19 points in 16 minutes, shooting 62.5% from the floor. Marcus Hill added 17 points, hitting 60% of his shots, while Brandon Huntley-Hatfield contributed 11 points on 50% shooting.</p><p>Colgate's defense gave up 72 points in this one, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field. The Raiders struggled to contain shots inside the arc, where they allowed 52% shooting on 40 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Colgate's defense held their opponent to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts for 80%.</p><h3>Does Harvard Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Harvard Crimson Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Harvard faced a tough challenge on Sunday, November 17th, as they went on the road to take on the Colorado Buffaloes. The Crimson, who entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs, fell 88-66, failing to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-34 at halftime, Harvard was unable to close the gap in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 154, going over the pre-game line of 143.</p><p>Harvard managed just 66 points in their last game, shooting 37.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, with a 38.1% mark on two-point attempts and 37.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Andrej Jakimovski led the way with 20 points, while Elijah Malone added 16, shooting 55.6%. Javon Ruffin was efficient, hitting 4 of 5 shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Harvard's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Harvard's defense couldn't contain the shooters, who connected on 47% of their threes, going 9/19. They also sent the other team to the line 25 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 84%. Harvard gave up 11 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

Colgate Raiders vs Harvard Crimson NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>The forecast from Pittsburgh on Tuesday calls for scattered clouds and temperatures in the mid-80s. First pitch for this NL Central matchup is set for 6:40 PM ET from PNC Park. Lance Lynn is starting for the Cardinals, and he is facing off against Paul Skenes for the Pirates. St. Louis is 52-48, while the Pirates are 51-49. They are 2nd and 3rd in the NL Central.</p>

<p>The money line odds have the Pirates at -180, while the Cardinals are at +152. The over/under line is currently at 7.5 runs, and SN PT is carrying this game on TV. </p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline -180</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 6:40 ET on Tuesday, July 23rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CARDINALS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cardinals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Pittsburgh picked up a 2-1 win over the Cardinals in the most recent game of this series. The Pirates had a good chance to win by more than one run, as they were favored at -122 on the money line.</p>

<p>Both teams scored one run in the first inning, and the Cardinals could only muster one more run in the 5th inning. As for the Pirates, they scored the game's go-ahead run in the 8th, and David Bednar closed things out. </p>

<p>Mitch Keller started for the Pirates and picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with three strikeouts but issued two walks. Andre Pallante got the start for the Cardinals and took the loss, giving up one earned run in six innings of work.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is 52-48 overall and trails the Brewers by five games in the NL Central. The Cardinals are 15-15 against other teams in their division, and they are losing the series vs. the Pirates 0-1 heading into today's game. So far, they are 16-12-3 in series this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Cardinals are 26-22 this year and have gone 26-26 on the road. As the underdog on the road, the Cardinals are 16-20 this year, and they are 24-25 overall as the underdog. St. Louis has been slightly better as the favorite, going 28-23 this year.</p><p>St. Louis is 26-26 on the run line on the road this season, with a scoring margin of -0.3 runs per game. The Cardinals have covered the run line in six straight road games and are 4-0 in that span as an underdog.</p><p>The St. Louis Cardinals are on the road today against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The O/U line for this game is set at 7.5 runs, which is below their season average of 8.6 runs per game. The Cardinals have played to the under in 7 of 13 games this season when the line was set at 7.5 runs. Their O/U record for the season is 47-50, and they have hit the under in their last two games.</p><p>Lance Lynn is looking to build off his last outing, where he faced the Cubs and picked up the win. In that July 13th outing, he went six innings, giving up two earned runs, and he finished with six strikeouts. Looking back over his last four outings, Lynn has allowed a combined three homers. His ERA for the season is 4.39, and he has a record of 5-4. Lynn's ERA on the road is 6.85, compared to 3.99 at home. So far, he has made six quality starts this season.</p>
<p>St. Louis comes into the game averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 21st in the league and slightly below the league average. The team has been slightly better at home, putting up 4.2 runs per game, compared to 4.1 on the road. As a team, the Cardinals are batting .246, which is 10th in the MLB, and have the 18th fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Right fielder Alec Burleson has been hot of late, going 15/41 in his last 10 games with four homers and 14 RBIs. Burleson's 18 homers this season is 2nd on the team and 11th in the league. Nolan Gorman is just batting .206 this season but does lead the team with 19 homers.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 51-49 overall this season, and they are six games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. The Pirates are 3rd in the division, just a game behind the Cardinals for the 2nd spot in the division. So far, they have gone 16-14 in divisional games. The Pirates have won seven straight games as the favorite, and they are 22-19 overall when favored this year.</p>

<p>The Pirates have been good as the underdog, putting together a record of 29-30. At home, they are an even 25-25 compared to 26-24 on the road. Pittsburgh's overall series record is 14-12-5, and they have won three straight series overall and two straight series on the road.</p><p>The Pirates have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 55-45 overall. They are 25-25 against the run line at home and 30-20 on the road. Pittsburgh's average run differential is -0.1 runs per game, but they have been a better bet on the run line as an underdog, going 40-19. They have a run differential of +0.2 runs per game on the road and -0.4 runs per game at home.</p><p>When the Pittsburgh Pirates play at home, the over/under line is set at an average of 8 runs per game, but today's line is 7.5. The Pirates have gone under the total in three straight games and are 6-13 on the season when the line is set at 7.5 runs. Overall, Pittsburgh games have averaged 8.4 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 46-53.</p><p>Through 11 starts, Paul Skenes has yet to take a loss, coming in with a record of 6-0 and an ERA of 1.90. Skenes has made nine quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow a run. In that start vs. the Brewers, he went seven innings, giving up just one hit and one walk. Looking at his overall numbers, Skenes has a WHIP of .92 and is averaging 12.08 strikeouts per nine innings. So far, he has allowed a total of seven home runs. At home, his ERA is 3.17 compared to 0.9 on the road.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Pirates are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. They have been slightly better on the road, averaging 4.4 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .233 and have the 18th ranked on-base percentage in the league. Pittsburgh's team slugging percentage of .370 is also 24th in the MLB.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds comes into the game with a batting average of .288 and is 1st on the team with 18 home runs and 61 RBIs. He has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 12/31 in his last eight games. Oneil Cruz has also been swinging the bat well, going 9/29 in his last seven games.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Vikings and Panthers game? Catch the action at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, WI, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Milwaukee as the -5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 162.5 points.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS MILWAUKEE PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Panthers -5</p><p>This game will be played at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Milwaukee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Vikings Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State picked up an 85-76 win over San Diego on Tuesday, November 12th. The Vikings, who were -2 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Portland State built a big lead by halftime, going up 51-33, but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points went over the 157-point line, finishing at 161.</p><p>Portland State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 51.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.3%. They hit 47.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 17 attempts, and went 15 for 25 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Jaylin Henderson led the way with 23 points, while Keyon Kensie added 20. Steven Jamerson II was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, and Kody Clouet struggled, hitting just 2 of 11 shots.</p><p>Portland State's defense gave up 76 points, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 25 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 23 of 47 shots for 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Vikings held their opponent to just 2 of 13 shooting, or 15%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 34 times, where they made 24, shooting 70%. Portland State also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Panthers?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Panthers pulled off an impressive 80-74 win over Duquesne on Tuesday, November 19th. Milwaukee was a +7 underdog heading into the game but not only won outright, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Milwaukee led 37-28 at halftime and scored 43 points in the 2nd half, while Duquesne put up 46. The total points for the game were 154, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Milwaukee's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 80 points with a 51.9% field goal percentage and a 57.7% effective field goal rate. They hit 62.5% of their two-point attempts and went 7-for-20 from beyond the arc, shooting 35% from three. At the free-throw line, they connected on 19 of 30 attempts, good for 63.3%.</p> <p>Kentrell Pullian led the way with 22 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field and 60% from three. Jake DiMichele added 21 points, hitting 69.2% of his shots, while Tre Dinkins III contributed 20 points, knocking down 4 threes. Jamichael Stillwell grabbed 10 rebounds to go along with 11 points.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, the opponent shot 55%, hitting 16 of 29 shots. From beyond the arc, they went 9 for 31, shooting 29%. Milwaukee also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Milwaukee gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Portland State Vikings vs Milwaukee Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Zips face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Zips are hosting the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Akron is favored by -10.5 against Lamar in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Even though we have Akron winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cardinals Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Cardinals fell to Sam Houston 85-72 on Sunday, November 17th. Lamar, playing at home, entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 149.</p> <p>After trailing 41-37 at halftime, Lamar couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Lamar's offense struggled from the field, shooting just 35.9% overall and 27.3% from three-point range in their last game. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to score 72 points, thanks in part to 20 made free throws at an 80% clip and 22 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way, hitting 6 threes at 60% efficiency and finishing with 28 points. Kalifa Sakho was also efficient, shooting 75% from the field and adding 22 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 85 points, the Lamar Cardinals held their opponents to just 35% shooting from the field. They limited damage from beyond the arc, where their opponents shot 27% on 6/22 attempts.</p> <p>However, Lamar sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 80%. The Cardinals also allowed 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Akron Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Akron's season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 87-68 to Saint Mary’s on Tuesday. The Zips were +14.5 point underdogs heading into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the over/under line of 136.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-30 at halftime, Akron couldn’t keep pace with the Gaels in the second half, where they allowed 49 points while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Akron's offense struggled inside in their last game, shooting just 28.9% on two-point attempts. Overall, they hit 35.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. The Zips connected on 44.8% of their threes, making 13 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Mikey Lewis led the team with 18 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep. Amani Lyles also impressed from beyond the arc, making 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 15 points. Paulius Murauskas contributed 17 points and 15 rebounds, while Augustas Marciulionis dished out 11 assists.</p><p>Akron's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 50% shooting. The Zips allowed 30 two-point field goals on 51 attempts, a 58% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws. Akron also allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Akron Zips NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Coyotes and Screaming Eagles. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Screaming Eagles at Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, IN. Get ready to place your bets! South Dakota comes into this non-conference matchup as the -3.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 153 points.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES VS SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota Coyotes -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-67 in favor of the Coyotes.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Dakota Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>South Dakota Coyotes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Dakota picked up a road win on Wednesday, November 20th, defeating Western Michigan 80-76. The Coyotes, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, South Dakota turned things around by scoring 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 156 narrowly went over the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>South Dakota put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 37.7% from the field and 20.7% from three-point range (6/29). Their effective field goal percentage was 42%, but they made up for it by hitting 22 of 30 free throws (73.3%) and grabbing 17 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Markhi Strickland and Dre Bullock both scored 20 points, with Strickland shooting 7/10 from the field. Cameron Fens added 16 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 7/9 overall. Paul Bruns contributed 18 points, hitting 3 of 8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>South Dakota gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 29 of 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Coyotes allowed 51% shooting, with 25 two-point baskets made.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Dakota's defense held the other team to just 4 of 22 shooting, or 18%. The Coyotes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 for 70%.</p><h3>Does Southern Indiana Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Southern Indiana fell to Purdue Fort Wayne 93-74 on Saturday, November 16th. The Screaming Eagles were +15 point underdogs going into the game and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 167, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-35 at halftime, Southern Indiana allowed 52 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39 points of their own.</p><p>Jalen Jackson's 29 points on 57.9% shooting led Southern Indiana to a 74-point performance in their last game. The Screaming Eagles shot 46.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They hit 9 of 25 threes (36%) and were nearly perfect from the line, going 15 of 16 (93.8%).</p> <p>Jared Washington added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Rasheed Bello and Damoni Harrison each knocked down 2 of 4 threes. Southern Indiana finished with 10 assists and just 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 93 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Screaming Eagles couldn't contain the two-point shooting, with the other team hitting 53% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Southern Indiana allowed their opponent to connect on 13 of 28 attempts, good for 46%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 24 free throws at an 85% rate.</p>

South Dakota Coyotes vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Thursday's interleague matchup between the Nationals and Rangers is set for 2:35 from Globe Life Field in Arlington. Washington comes in with a record of 15-15, while the Rangers are just above .500 at 16-15. Nathan Eovaldi will start for the Rangers, and he is facing off against Mitchell Parker for the Nationals.</p>

<p>Looking at the money line odds, the Rangers are at -213 compared to the Nationals at +175. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and you can catch this one on MASN.</p><h3>WASHINGTON NATIONALS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 2:35 ET on Thursday, May 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE NATIONALS VS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rangers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Nationals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Nationals vs Rangers series. Washington went into the matchup as +165 underdogs and squeaked out a 1-0 win. The only run of the game came in the 2nd inning for the Nationals, and they were able to hold on for the win.</p>

<p>Trevor Williams got the start for the Nationals, going just five innings but not giving up a run. He finished the game with three strikeouts but issued four walks. Kyle Finnegan got the save. Andrew Heaney had a good outing for the Rangers, giving up just one run in seven innings of work.</p>

<p>Nick Senzel was the difference for the Nationals, as he homered and scored the game's only run. Senzel finished the game 2/4 with the home run and two runs scored.</p><h3>Nationals Records & Stats</h3><p>Washington is on the road today vs. the Rangers with an overall record of 15-15. The Nationals are in 4th place in the NL East, where they trail the Braves by 5.5 games. So far, they have gone 5-2 in divisional matchups. The Nationals are 4-8 at home this year but have been much better on the road, going 11-7.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Nationals have put together a record of 10-7 this year, and they are 14-14 when not favored. Washington's overall series record is 4-5, and they have won two straight series on the road. So far, they are 1-1 as the favorite in this series. Looking at how they have been playing recently, the Nationals are 6-4 over their last 10 games.</p><p>Washington has been a profitable team to back on the run line this season, going 19-11 overall. They have been even better on the road, posting a 14-4 run line record away from home. The Nationals are 18-10 against the run line as an underdog, but just 1-1 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is +2.9, while it drops to -3.6 in losses.</p><p>Washington's over/under record for the season is 13-16, and the average over/under line for their games is 9 runs. In games where the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, the record is 5-6. In total, 33.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher, with 30.0% of their games having lower lines. The combined run average for their games this season is 8.3 runs per game.</p><p>Mitchell Parker and the Nationals are on the road to take on the Rangers today. Parker has been solid through his first 3 starts, picking up wins in 2 of those outings. He began the year with a win over the Astros, where he went 7 innings and struck out 8. In his last start, he went 4 innings and gave up 1 earned run.</p><p>Washington's offense has been one of the worst in the league so far, averaging just 4 runs per game (20th). They have been even worse at home, averaging only 3 runs per game. The Nationals do have a good team batting average of .231, but their slugging percentage, OPS, and isolated power numbers are all below the league average. As a team, they are also near the top of the league in strikeouts.</p>

<p>CJ Abrams has been a bright spot for the Nationals so far, as he is hitting .284 with a team-high seven homers and 17 RBIs. Nick Senzel has also been swinging a hot bat, going 6/21 in his last five games with three homers. Overall, he is batting just .239 for the season.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>Texas is hosting the Nationals today with an overall record of 16-15, and they are just one game behind the Mariners for the AL West lead. So far, they have gone 5-8 in divisional matchups. The Rangers have an even 9-9 record at home compared to 7-6 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Rangers have gone 8-8 this year and 8-7 as the underdog. Texas' overall series record is 4-4-1 this year, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games, heading into today's matchup vs. the Nationals.</p><p>When the Rangers win, they win by an average of 3.6 runs per game, but when they lose, they lose by an average of 3.1 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 14-17, and they are 7-11 against the run line at home. As the underdog, they are 9-6 against the run line, compared to 5-11 as the favorite.</p><p>When the Rangers and Nationals met in the first game of their series, the over/under line was set at 9.0 runs, but the game only produced one run. The next day, the line was set at 7.5 runs, and the game produced eight runs. The Rangers have played 30 games this season, and their average combined run total is 8.6 runs per game. Their over/under record is 13-17, and the average line for their games is 9.0 runs.</p><p>Texas is sending Nathan Eovaldi to the mound today vs. the Nationals. He has made six starts this season and has a record of 1-2 with an ERA of 3.00. Eovaldi's WHIP for the season is currently 1.22. Looking at his overall numbers, Eovaldi has turned in three quality starts, and his ERA at home is 2.03 compared to 4.19 on the road. In his most recent outing, Eovaldi finished with a no-decision, going six innings and giving up one earned run on three hits. Before that, he had lost two straight starts.</p><p>Adolis Garcia has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his eight home runs are 3rd in the league and the top mark on the Rangers. Garcia is also batting .294 for the season, and his 25 RBIs are 4th in the league. However, Garcia has gone just 6/27 in his last eight games. Evan Carter also has five homers for the Rangers, but he has just a .221 batting average for the season.</p>

<p>Over his last nine games, Carter has gone 8/28 with three homers, and Marcus Semien has also gone deep three times in this stretch. Nathaniel Lowe has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 11/32 in his last nine games. Lowe has just one homer in this stretch but has driven in two runs.</p>

Washington Nationals vs Texas Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 5/2/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Jaguars versus the Chanticleers? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alabama A&M Event Center in Huntsville, AL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Coastal Carolina as the -2.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 139 points.</p><h3>IU INDY JAGUARS VS COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alabama A&M Event Center at 5:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COASTAL CAROLINA CHANTICLEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Chanticleers.</li><li>Not only will Coastal Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jaguars Grab a Win in Huntsville?</h3><p>The Jaguars faced a tough road matchup against Iowa State on Monday, losing 87-52. Entering the game as +34.5 point underdogs, they not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 139, just under the O/U line of 145.</p> <p>Trailing 49-29 at the half, the Jaguars struggled to find their footing in the 2nd half, scoring only 23 points while allowing 38. It was a challenging outing for IU Indy, who will look to regroup after this loss.</p><p>In their latest game, the Jaguars managed just 52 points, shooting 34.6% from the field and 32.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, and they hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 7-for-9 from the line.</p> <p>Offensively, they recorded 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds. Curtis Jones led the way with 20 points, hitting 4 threes, while Tamin Lipsey added 17 points and 3 assists. Joshua Jefferson was perfect from the field, going 7-for-7 with 10 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>IU Indy Jaguars struggled defensively, giving up 87 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 24 of 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Jaguars held their opponent to 28% shooting, as they went 7/25 from three-point range. IU Indy also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 75%. The Jaguars gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Chanticleers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Coastal Carolina's season continued with a 71-53 home loss to Jacksonville State on Sunday, November 17th. The Chanticleers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Coastal Carolina struggled early, trailing 38-21 at halftime. Although they scored 32 points in the 2nd half, they couldn’t close the gap, allowing 33 points from Jacksonville State after the break.</p><p>Coastal Carolina struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 53 points with a field goal percentage of 35.8%. They hit 34.8% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 23 attempts, and managed only 7 of 14 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Jaron Pierre Jr. was a bright spot, scoring 31 points on 11 of 19 shooting, including 2 of 4 from beyond the arc. Koree Cotton added 13 points, hitting 5 of 8 shots, while Noah Amenhauser and Denzel Hines each contributed 11 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 71 points, Coastal Carolina's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, with 19 made baskets on 53 attempts. Inside the arc, they limited their opponent to 11/30 shooting, or 36%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Coastal Carolina allowed 8 made threes on 23 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 7, shooting 50%. Coastal Carolina gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

IU Indy Jaguars vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>First pitch for Sunday's matchup between the Phillies and Pirates is set for 1:35 PM ET from PNC Park in Pittsburgh. The Phillies are 62-36 this season and are starting Tyler Phillips, while the Pirates are 50-48 and have Marco Gonzales on the mound. Philadelphia is 1st in the NL East, while the Pirates are 3rd in the NL Central.</p>

<p>The over/under line for Sunday's game is at 9 runs, and the Phillies are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -141 compared to the Pirates at +119. Pittsburgh comes in with a six-game winning streak. NSPPH will be televising this matchup.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline +119</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 1:35 ET on Sunday, July 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PHILLIES VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Pirates to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Pittsburgh picked up a 4-1 win over the Phillies in the most recent game of this series. The Pirates offense got off to a fast start, scoring two runs in the first and adding two more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Phillies got on the board with one run in the 6th and added their final run in the 8th.</p>

<p>Luis L. Ortiz pitched well for the Pirates in this one, going seven innings and striking out two without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Cristopher Sanchez took the loss for the Phillies, going 5 2/3 innings and giving up two earned runs.</p>

<p>Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen each homered for the Pirates, while Bryan Reynolds went 2/3 with an RBI. Ke'Bryan Hayes also had a two-hit game at the plate.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>Philadelphia is on the road today vs. the Pirates, and they come in having dropped three straight games, losing the first two games of this series vs. the Pirates. The Phillies are 62-36 overall, putting them 7.5 games ahead of the Braves for the NL East lead. So far, they have gone 15-10 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>At home, the Phillies have gone 37-16, and they are 25-20 on the road. This season, the Phillies have been really good in night games, going 42-17. As the favorite, the Phillies are 54-28 this year, and they are 8-8 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Phillies are 19-9-5 this year.</p><p>When betting the Phillies on the run line, it's been a coin flip this season, as they are 50-48. They have been slightly better on the road, going 23-22, but they have failed to cover in four straight road games. They have been favored in 82 games and have gone 42-40 on the run line in those contests.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 9 runs is slightly higher than the Phillies' average over/under line of 8 runs, and their games have averaged 8.8 runs per game this season. Their over/under record is 44-49, and when the line is set at 9 runs, they are 3-7-1. Only 14.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs or higher, with 74.5% of their games having lower lines.</p><p>Tyler Phillips and the Phillies are on the road to take on the Pirates today. Phillips has started one game this season, and it was a win vs. the Athletics. He went 6 innings, giving up 4 runs on 6 hits, with 5 strikeouts.</p><p>Philadelphia comes into today's game as one of the top offensive teams in the league, averaging 4.9 runs per game, which is 5th in the MLB. They have been even better at home, averaging 5.4 runs per game. Overall, they are the league's top home run hitting team and also have the 3rd best team batting average in the league. The Phillies also have the league's 3rd best on-base percentage and OPS.</p>

<p>Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber have been two of the league's top power hitters this season, with Harper's 22 homers leading the team and Schwarber's 19 homers being the 2nd most in the league. Alec Bohm has been the Phillies most consistent hitter this season, batting .295 with 11 homers and a team-high 70 RBIs. Trea Turner has been hot of late, going 9/27 in his last seven games with four homers.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>The Pirates have won six straight games and have an overall record of 50-48. In the NL Central, they are in 3rd place, trailing the Brewers by six games. So far, they are 15-14 in divisional matchups. Pittsburgh has taken the first two games of this series vs. the Phillies.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 24-24 this season and 26-24 on the road. As the underdog, the Pirates have gone 29-29 this year, and they are 21-19 when favored. Pittsburgh has won two straight series and has an overall series record of 13-13-5 this year.</p><p>When betting the run line, the Pirates have been a solid play overall this season, going 55-43. They are 25-23 against the run line at home and 30-20 on the road. They have covered the run line in four straight games at home and are 40-18 against the run line as an underdog this season. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.3, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.6.</p><p>When the Pittsburgh Pirates are at home, the over/under line is set at 9 runs. Their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 46-51. The average over/under line for their games this season is 8 runs, and their over/under record when the line is set at 9 runs is 3-7-1. Only 6.1% of their games have had over/under lines set at 9 runs, with 82.7% of their games having lower lines.</p><p>Marco Gonzales is getting the start at home for the Pirates against the Phillies. This is his second start of the season, and in his first outing, he picked up the win against the White Sox. Gonzales went 5 innings, allowing just 1 earned run and striking out 4. He also faced the Phillies in his first start of the year, going 6 innings and giving up 2 earned runs.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Pirates offense is averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 19th in the league. This is also right around their season-long average of 4.4 runs per game on the road. As a team, they are batting just .233, which is 17th in the MLB, and their on-base percentage of .301 is 19th. One thing they have done well is avoid strikeouts, as their 9 strikeouts per game is the 24th best mark in the league.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds has been a consistent hitter for the Pirates this season, batting .290 with 18 homers and 61 RBIs. He is also on a four-game hitting streak and has gone 12/28 in his last seven games. Oneil Cruz has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 8/22 in his last five games and is on a three-game hitting streak.</p>

Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 7/21/24

Kyle Busch’s name has appeared on the entry list for the My Bariatric Solutions 300 at Texas Motor Speedway on Saturday July 18. Is it even worth putting together a betting preview?

Well, there aren’t a lot of sports going on yet, so we might as well, but Busch is the -130 favorite at 5Dimes Sportsbook for what amounts to his fourth Xfinity Series start of the season. He has one win out of those.

It was quite a trip to Kentucky for Austin Cindric, who won both Kentucky races in his Team Penske Ford. Those were his first two wins of the season and now he sits just 14 points behind Noah Gragson for second place and 33 points behind Chase Briscoe for first as the drivers head to Texas, where everything is allegedly bigger.

We’ll use odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a> to break down the My Bariatric Solutions 300:
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<td width="295">Kyle Busch</td>
<td width="295">-130</td>
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<td width="295">Chase Briscoe</td>
<td width="295">+550</td>
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<td width="295">Austin Cindric</td>
<td width="295">+650</td>
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<td width="295">Noah Gragson</td>
<td width="295">+1320</td>
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<td width="295">Justin Allgaier</td>
<td width="295">+1540</td>
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<td width="295">Ross Chastain</td>
<td width="295">+1540</td>
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<td width="295">Harrison Burton</td>
<td width="295">+1540</td>
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<td width="295">Brandon Jones</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
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<td width="295">Justin Haley</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
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<td width="295">Jeb Burton</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">Riley Herbst</td>
<td width="295">+8800</td>
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<td width="295">Anthony Alfredo</td>
<td width="295">+8800</td>
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<td width="295">Field (any other driver)</td>
<td width="295">+8800</td>
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<td width="295">Michael Annett</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">Ryan Sieg</td>
<td width="295">+33000</td>
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<td width="295">Brandon Brown</td>
<td width="295">+110000</td>
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<td width="295">Brett Moffitt</td>
<td width="295">+110000</td>
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<td width="295">Jeremy Clements</td>
<td width="295">+110000</td>
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<td width="295">Myatt Snider</td>
<td width="295">+110000</td>
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<td width="295">Josh Williams</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">Joe Graf Jr</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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<td width="295">Timmy Hill</td>
<td width="295">+350000</td>
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It feels kind of mean to say this, but maybe Busch just wants to remember what it feels like to win a race. He’s 0-for in the Cup Series, so he might as well take his chances at the Xfinity Series level. He is a six-time winner of this race and the reigning champion.

What is nice about the odds is that Busch’s presence bumps Briscoe from +250 or +275 up to +550 simply by virtue of being there because Briscoe would have been the clear-cut favorite. Briscoe already has five wins this season, including two victories on 1.5-mile tracks.

<strong><u>Texas</u></strong><strong><u> Motor Speedway</u></strong>

Everything’s bigger in Texas except for this track. It is a pretty standard-issue 1.5-mile oval loop with four turns and an asphalt surface. The first two turns come in at 20 degrees and then the final two turns are 24 degrees. This is a twice-a-year stop for both the Cup Series and the Xfinity Series. The next stop will be during the playoffs.

This will be the first time for this race in the sweltering heat of the Texas summer. Last year’s race was March 30, the earliest running of the race since 2003. It typically falls in April based on the NASCAR calendar. It will be a July race on the scalding-hot track, so tire wear will be a big deal this year with a lot of burnt rubber on the track.

<strong><u>Beating Around the Busch</u></strong>

Kyle Busch has 21 races here at the Xfinity/Nationwide Series level. He’s led 1,686 of the 4,091 laps that he has been on the track for and has nine career wins. In those 21 races, he’s finished in the top five 16 times and has 17 top-10 finishes. His average finish is 6.8 in those 21 races, so to call him a deserving favorite at -130 is a major understatement.

He’s yet to win a Cup Series race, but he’s been third, second, and first in his three Xfinity Series starts. He led the most laps in two of those races and won Stage 2 in the other one. This is his race to lose. He could very well lose it, but this is his race to lose.

<strong><u>The Rest</u></strong>

Checking in on the rest of the field, there are a lot of drivers with limited results in Texas. Justin Allgaier has raced on this track 19 times at this level and only has one top-five finish. He’s only led 37 laps out of 3,615. He’s got nine top-10 finishes, but has not found the winner’s circle.

Ross Chastain has 10 starts here with one top-five finish and just 31 laps led. Other guys that won’t be a factor, like Michael Annett and Ryan Sieg, have 15 races apiece here with nothing of note. Combined, they have five top-10 finishes.

Chase Briscoe has three starts on this track and one top-five finish. Briscoe has been the best and most consistent of the points drivers this season with those five wins. He’s had a couple of throwaway performances, with a 19th at Auto Club and a 20th at Charlotte. He was 18th at Talladega, but won the second stage before Talladega happened.

Austin Cindric’s back-to-back wins at Kentucky were long overdue. He had seven previous top-five finishes and four stage wins. He should have won at Atlanta and was second at Las Vegas and in the first Homestead race. It was only a matter of time on a 1.5-mile track or otherwise. It just so happened to come on back-to-back days.  He’s +650 this week to make it three in a row.

The guy I have my eye on is Noah Gragson. Frustrations boiled over between Gragson and Harrison Burton with a donnybrook at Kentucky Speedway. Gragson won three stages over those two races and led the most laps on Thursday night, but couldn’t get the win. On Friday, he won with a second-round KO of Burton in the pit area.

Gragson has a really nice price at +1320 here because he’s fallen behind Briscoe and Cindric and Busch is in the race. Gragson led the most laps and won Stage 2 in both Homestead-Miami races on the 1.5-mile track. He’s my favorite pick for the race.
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His combat partner, Harrison Burton, is +1540 and an interesting consideration. He has not run well at all the last five weeks, but he won at Homestead and Auto Club and was fifth at Las Vegas and Atlanta. If he can put it all together, this is a good price, but the last five weeks don’t inspire much confidence.

<strong><u>Picks</u></strong>

I can’t let Chase Briscoe pass at +550 just because Kyle Busch is in the race. Noah Gragson is the other pick at +1320. Busch probably wins, but those are two good prices on guys having really good years with excellent speed in every race.

Coverage of the My Bariatric Solutions 300 will be on NBC Sports Network with a 3 p.m. ET start time on Saturday July 18.

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