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<p>It's a beautiful day for baseball in Chicago as the White Sox host the Tigers in an AL Central matchup. First pitch is set for 2:10 PM ET at Guaranteed Rate Field, with NBCS providing television coverage. The Tigers are looking to stay undefeated on the season, while the White Sox are still searching for their first win.</p>

<p>On the mound for the Tigers is Jack Flaherty, while the White Sox will counter with Erick Fedde. The Tigers are currently favored, with a money line of -152 compared to the White Sox at +126. The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, with the over paying out at -109 and the under at -113.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago White Sox Moneyline +126</p><p>This game will be played at Guaranteed Rate Field at 2:10 ET on Sunday, March 31st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TIGERS VS WHITE SOX:</h3><ul><li>We have the White Sox winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the White Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>The last game of this Tigers vs. White Sox series needed extra innings to decide a winner, with the Tigers coming out on top by a score of 7-6. Heading into the game, the Tigers were the slight favorite on the road at -134.</p>

<p>Both teams had 10 hits, and the White Sox actually hit one more home run than the Tigers, but Detroit's two home runs were enough to get the job done. Mark Canha and Riley Greene each homered and had three RBIs for the Tigers.</p>

<p>Despite giving up six earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings of work, Kenta Maeda did not factor into the decision for the Tigers. Shelby Miller got the win out of the pen, while Deivi Garcia took the loss for the White Sox. Michael Soroka got the start for Chicago and gave up four runs in five innings.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>On the mound for the Tigers is right-hander Jack Flaherty, who is coming off a season in which he made 27 starts and went 8-9. His ERA for the year was 4.99, and he finished with a WHIP of 1.58. Flaherty's batting average allowed was .284, and his on-base percentage allowed was .363. He finished the season with nine quality starts and gave up a total of 17 home runs. For the season, Flaherty averaged 9.23 strikeouts per nine innings and 4.12 walks per nine innings.</p><p>Riley Greene is expected to have a solid game at the plate for the Tigers, as his hits projection is the highest on the team and 20th best in the league today. He also has the 15th highest home run projection in today's slate of games. Kerry Carpenter is the 2nd best hitter in terms of total hits and home run projections for the Tigers, with his home run projection ranking 13th in the league. Spencer Torkelson has the top home run projection on the team and 10th best in the league today.</p><h3>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>The White Sox will be sending Erick Fedde to the mound today against the Tigers. He's eager to kick off his season with a solid performance, marking his debut for the year.</p><p>Looking at the White Sox player props, we see that Eloy Jiménez has the highest total hits projection on the team, as well as the 2nd best odds to hit a home run. Luis Robert Jr. has the best odds to hit a home run for the White Sox, and his odds to hit a home run are 5th best in the league today. Andrew Benintendi has the 2nd best total hits projection on the team, and his odds to hit a home run are 20th best in the league today. If you're looking for a longshot, Andrew Vaughn has the 15th best odds to hit a home run in today's games.</p>

Detroit Tigers vs Chicago White Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 3/31/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncos and Lobos. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Lobos at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have New Mexico as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 151 points.</p><h3>BOISE STATE BRONCOS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico Lobos -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Pit at 11:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO LOBOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Albuquerque Possible for the Broncos?</h3><p>Boise State improved to 12-5 on the season with a dominant 96-55 home win over Wyoming on Tuesday. The Broncos, who were favored by 13.5 points, easily covered the spread. The game’s total points of 151 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 132.5.</p> <p>Boise State took control early, leading 50-21 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 46 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Boise State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points while shooting 58.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 71.7%, thanks in part to hitting 50% of their threes (13/26) and 66.7% of their twos (18/27).</p> <p>Andrew Meadow and Julian Bowie both shot 71.4% from the floor, with Bowie knocking down 5 of 6 from deep. Alvaro Cardenas was perfect from the field and beyond the arc, finishing 4/4 overall and 2/2 from three, while also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Boise State's defensive effort, they allowed 55 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 58% from the field. Boise State struggled to contain their opponents inside, giving up 66% shooting on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boise State's defense allowed 13 threes on 26 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. The opposing team also went 21/28 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their foul shots. Boise State gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can New Mexico Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Lobos dropped to 13-4 on the season after a narrow 71-70 road loss to San Jose State on Tuesday. New Mexico, who entered the game as 10-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>New Mexico led 35-31 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 35. The combined points of 141 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Mexico's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 15 three-point attempts for a 20% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.4%. Their two-point shooting was more respectable at 47.1%.</p> <p>Nelly Junior Joseph led the Lobos with 20 points, shooting 70% from the field in just 20 minutes of play. Robert Vaihola added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Donovan Dent contributed 17 points and 5 assists. Will McClendon was the team's best three-point shooter, hitting 4 of 7 attempts for a 57.1% success rate.</p><p>New Mexico's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>The Lobos held their opponent to 41% shooting on two-pointers (18/43), but they shot 45% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 22 attempts. New Mexico also sent them to the line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws (62%).</p>

Boise State Broncos vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>The Zips and Bluejays are set to face off at 1:30 ET on TNT. The Bluejays will host the game at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 140 points, with Creighton being favored by -12.5 over Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 1:30 ET on Thursday, March 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Even though we have Creighton winning straight-up, we like Akron at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Akron Win on the Road?</h3><p>Today marks Akron's 32nd game of the season and they currently have a 21-10 overall record. In road games, the Zips have a record of 8-8 while they have gone 15-2 at home. Akron enters this game with a solid ATS record of 17-16, sitting above .500. Looking at their last ten games, Akron has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>After 31 games, Akron has an over/under record of 12-21-0, with their games averaging a combined 138.8 points per game so far. In their most recent three games, the Zips' over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 129 points per game.</p><p>The Akron offense is coming off a game in which they scored 62 points vs. Kent State. Overall their field goal percentage was 39.6% while connecting on 8 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Enrique Freeman, who is averaging 18.6 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Ali Ali also maintains a PPG average of 15.6 heading into game.</p><p>The Zips' defense is presently ranked 27th nationally, allowing an average of 65.7 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Kent State, the Golden Flashes finished with a field goal percentage of 39% and a total of 61 points vs. Akron.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bluejays?</h3><p>In their most recent game, Creighton fell to Providence by a score of 78-73. So far this season, Creighton's record is 23-8. When playing on the road, they have gone 9-5, while at home they are 14-4. As of now, Creighton has a winning ATS record at 17-15. In their previous five games, they are 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Creighton's games have, on average, featured 150.2 points per game leading to an over/under record of 16-16-0. Their average over/under line is currently 148.3 points so far. The Bluejays have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 148 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The Creighton offense is coming off a game in which they scored 73 points vs. Providence. Overall their field goal percentage was 37.9% while connecting on 6 threes. Offensively, the Bluejays hold a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, placing them 42nd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 107th in terms of percentage and 6th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Bluejays' defense is ranked 106th in the country at 69.7 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Providence, the Friars finished with a field goal percentage of 37% and a total of 78 points vs. Creighton.</p>

Akron Zips vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Tournament First Round Betting Pick & Prediction 3/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Trojans face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN. The Trojans are hosting the game at Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. Oregon is favored by -2 in this Pac-12 conference contest against USC. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS USC TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Trojans +2</p><p>This game will be played at Galen Center at 10:30 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Not only will USC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Oregon Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>After a loss to Arizona, Oregon is 14-6 overall and 6-3 in Pac-12 play. On the road, the Ducks are 3-3 with an average scoring margin of -3.2. They are 12-1 as the favorite this season.</p>

<p>So far, Oregon has been much better at home (11-2) compared to on the road. They have a +10.2 average scoring margin at home, while they are -3.2 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Oregon has gone 8-5 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Ducks are 6-4 ATS. On the road, Oregon is 3-3 vs. the spread this year and has gone 3-6 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Oregon's games this year (146.6). So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's line.</p><p>In their previous game, the Ducks' offense finished with 78 points, which is right in line with their current average of 78.2 points per contest. Jermaine Couisnard is leading the team in scoring at 14.9 points per contest. Jackson Shelstad has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 12.4 going into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Ducks' defense is positioned 200th in the country, permitting 72.9 points per game. In their previous game vs. Arizona, the Wildcats finished with a field goal percentage of 44% and a total of 87 points vs. Oregon.</p><h3>Will the Trojans Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>USC enters this matchup with an 8-12 record, including a 2-7 mark in Pac-12 play. They have lost five straight games, including a 65-50 defeat against UCLA in their most recent outing. The Trojans are 6-5 at home this season, compared to a 2-7 record on the road.</p>

<p>So far this year, USC has been the underdog in six games, going 0-6 in those contests. For the season, they have been the favorite in 14 games, posting an 8-6 record.</p><p>As the underdog, USC has gone 2-4 vs. the spread this season. At home, the Trojans have an ATS mark of 5-6 and have gone 4-6 ATS in their last 10 home games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for USC games is 13-7, and today's line of 149.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games (147.7). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points, which is lower than today's line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the USC offense concluded with only 50 points against UCLA. Throughout the game, they made 6/13 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 35.4%. Leading USC in scoring vs. UCLA was Oziyah Sellers with his 10 points. Kobe Johnson also added 8 points for the Trojans.</p><p>At present, the Trojans' defense is nationally ranked 230th, allowing 74.7 points per game. The USC defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 65 points and allowed UCLA to connect on 6 threes.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs USC Trojans Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/24

<p>Betting on today's Gamecocks and Miners game? Catch the action at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, TX, as the Miners hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. This Conference USA conference matchup has an over/under of 137.5 points, and UTEP is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Jacksonville State.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS VS UTEP MINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTEP Miners -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Don Haskins Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTEP MINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Miners.</li><li>Not only will UTEP pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jacksonville State Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Jacksonville State Gamecocks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Gamecocks improved to 8-7 this season with a 70-62 win over Sam Houston on Saturday. Playing at home, Jacksonville State entered the game as -2.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville State trailed 32-26 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Sam Houston 44-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Jacksonville State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and 31.2% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they hit 77.3% of their free throws, going 17-for-22 from the line. The Gamecocks grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists.</p> <p>Jaron Pierre Jr. and Josiah Hammons each scored 20 points, with Hammons hitting 6 of 9 threes at a 66.7% rate. Pierre struggled, shooting 28.6% overall and missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Quel'Ron House added 19 points, connecting on 66.7% of his threes, while Lamar Wilkerson shot just 26.3% from the field and 18.2% from deep.</p><p>Jacksonville State's defense held their opponent to 62 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field with 24 made baskets on 56 attempts. Inside the arc, the Gamecocks gave up 19 two-point field goals on 40 tries, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville State limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 17 shots for a 77% free-throw percentage. The Gamecocks allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Miners Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>UTEP Miners Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>UTEP improved to 11-4 on the season with an 81-73 win over FIU on Saturday, January 18th. The Miners, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>UTEP led 44-36 at halftime and matched FIU’s 37 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 154 went over the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>UTEP's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 53.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.5%, thanks to hitting 43.5% from beyond the arc (10/23) and 62.1% on two-point attempts (18/29). The Miners also connected on 78.9% of their free throws, going 15/19 from the line.</p> <p>Otis Frazier III led the way with 22 points, shooting 8/10 overall and 3/4 from three-point range. Ahamad Bynum added 18 points, hitting 4/9 from deep, while Jonathan Aybar contributed 17 points and 6 rebounds. Kole Williams was perfect from the field, going 5/5, including 1/1 from three, and Kevin Kalu also shot 80%, making 4 of his 5 attempts.</p><p>UTEP's defense gave up 73 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field on 27/58 shooting. They were especially effective inside, hitting 56% of their two-point attempts, going 23/41.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UTEP held their opponent to 23% shooting, as they went just 4/17 from three. The Miners sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 75%. UTEP also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs UTEP Miners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Toronto Raptors (11-32) will travel to Atlanta to take on the Hawks (22-21). The Hawks are currently favored by 5 points and have a moneyline of -201. The over/under line for the game is 234.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at State Farm Arena and can be seen on TSN. The Raptors are currently 14th in the Eastern Conference, while the Hawks are 7th. Atlanta is also on a two-game losing streak.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-125 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Toronto Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Toronto improved to 11-32 on the season with a 109-93 win over the Magic on Tuesday. The Raptors, who were +1 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 202, falling short of the 212.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After a rough start, where the Magic went on a 10-0 run, Toronto turned things around. They held Orlando to 13 points in the 2nd quarter and took control with a 40-20 3rd quarter. The Raptors maintained their lead in the 4th, edging the Magic 24-23.</p><p>The Raptors shot 53.4% from the field and hit 13 threes at a 54.2% clip in their win over the Magic. RJ Barrett led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick each added 17 points.</p> <p>Barrett scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, while Dick had 10 in the 3rd. Bruce Brown also had a strong 1st quarter, scoring 10 of his 15 points.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Raptors' defense locked down the Magic after the 1st quarter, allowing just 13 points in the 2nd and 20 in the 3rd. Toronto gave up 23 points in the 4th but still held Orlando to 93 points on 41% shooting.</p> <p>From deep, the Raptors limited the Magic to 9 made threes on 29% shooting. Toronto also sent Orlando to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Defensively, the Raptors grabbed 37 rebounds, gave up 14 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Can Atlanta Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 22-21 on the season after a 114-104 home loss to the Pistons on Wednesday. Atlanta, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 218 points came in well under the 233.5-point line.</p> <p>Detroit took control with an early 11-0 run, turning a 33-26 deficit into a 37-33 lead. The Pistons extended their lead to 97-75 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Atlanta responded by outscoring Detroit 29-17 in the 4th, but it was too little, too late.</p><p>In their 114-104 loss to the Pistons, the Hawks struggled offensively, shooting just 37.9% from the field and hitting only 6 threes at a 15.8% clip. Dyson Daniels led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Jalen Johnson added 17 points and 9 boards.</p> <p>Clint Capela was efficient, shooting 75% and finishing with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Daniels scored 8 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Capela added 8 in the 2nd. Trae Young contributed 13 points, with 5 coming in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 69 points combined, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 17 points. Overall, they allowed the Pistons to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Hawks held Detroit to 12 made threes on 35% shooting. The Pistons also went 18/19 from the free-throw line. Atlanta gave up 7 offensive rebounds while recording 14 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolf Pack and Aztecs. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Aztecs at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Mountain West conference contest is set at 139.5 points, with the Aztecs being the favored team playing at home against the Wolf Pack.</p><h3>NEVADA WOLF PACK VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego State Aztecs -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Viejas Arena at 11:00 ET on Wednesday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Not only will San Diego State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Wolf Pack Chances in San Diego</h3><p>After losing their last game to Boise State, the Nevada Wolf Pack will look to bounce back on the road against San Diego State. So far this season, Nevada has been the underdog in two games, going 2-0 in those contests.</p>

<p>On the road, the Wolf Pack have been very successful, going 6-1 this season. Over their last five road games, Nevada has gone a perfect 5-0.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Nevada has gone 2-0 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-1 and over their last 10 road games, they are 7-3. For the year, the Wolf Pack's ATS record is 11-6.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Nevada is 7-10 and today's line of 139.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (143.5). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 123 points and their over/under record during that stretch is 0-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Nevada offense put up just 56 points vs. the Boise State Broncos. Overall, they are now averaging 77.1 points per game which is 127th in the country. Kenan Blackshear led the scoring for the Wolf Pack, contributing 15 points. Additionally, Jarod Lucas chipped in with 14 points.</p><p>At present, the Wolf Pack's defense is nationally ranked 21st, allowing 63.3 points per game. Nevada's three-point defense is currently 119th in the country at 6.9 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 36.9% of their shots vs. Nevada.</p><h3>Can San Diego State Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>San Diego State comes into this game as the favorite, as they have been in 11 of their 17 games this season. They have gone 10-1 in those games, and they are 8-0 at home this season. Over their last 10 games at home, they are 10-0.</p>

<p>Last time out, they fell to New Mexico by a score of 88-70, and they are 14-3 overall this season. In conference play, they are 3-1, and they are 11-2 in non-conference games. Their average scoring margin at home this season is +12.9, and their average scoring margin on the road is +.9.</p><p>San Diego State has an ATS record of 6-9 this season and is 4-4 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Aztecs have gone just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 139.5 is lower than the average over/under line in San Diego State's games this season (141.1). So far, 8 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the San Diego State offense tallied 70 points in a matchup against New Mexico. Their field goal percentage for the game was 40.6%, and they made 7 threes. Jaedon LeDee led the team in scoring, putting up 15 points. Additionally, Miles Byrd contributed 13 points for the Aztecs.</p><p>So far, the Aztecs' defense is ranked 76th in the country at 67.3 points per contest. San Diego State's three-point defense is currently 74th in the country at 6.2 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.2% of their shots vs. San Diego State.</p>

Nevada Wolf Pack vs San Diego State Aztecs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/24

<p>Betting on today's Flyers and Rangers game? Catch the action at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, as the Rangers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Rangers are favored by -1.5 against the Flyers in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Rangers should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Rangers on the moneyline</li><li>The Rangers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Flyers Offense Score Enough in New York?</h3><p>Philadelphia’s 3-0 loss to the Bruins dropped their record to 22-20-6. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 3 goals fell well short of that number.</p> 

<p>All three of Boston’s goals came in different periods, with the last one being an empty-netter. Philadelphia struggled offensively, managing just 20 shots on goal.</p><p>Philadelphia’s offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, managing only 20 shots on goal and failing to score. The Flyers also had 15 giveaways, contributing to their inability to find the back of the net.</p> <p>They were shut out in all three periods, marking the first time this season that no Flyers player scored in a game.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. The last goal was an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Is It the Rangers Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Islanders, the Rangers improved to 23-20-4. The Rangers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers in this one. Artemi Panarin led the way with two goals, including one at 16:37 in the third period to put the game away.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with his 9th goal of the season, which came on an empty net. Earlier, he netted his 8th goal on a power play in the second period. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, while Adam Edstrom scored for the first time this season. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal, which was shorthanded.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his season total to 8. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored twice in the third period, including Edstrom’s goal at 14:42 and Panarin’s empty-netter at 3:23.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their 3rd period performance from their previous game, where they allowed no goals to the Islanders. Overall, Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, while the defense recorded 19 hits and 10 takeaways. The Rangers will look to limit any late goals from the Sabres, as they gave up a goal with just 8 seconds left in the 2nd period against the Islanders.</p>

Philadelphia Flyers vs New York Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hilltoppers versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at Thomas Assembly Center in Ruston, LA. The odds for this Conference USA conference game currently have Louisiana Tech as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS VS LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana Tech Bulldogs -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas Assembly Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Western Kentucky as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Kentucky fell to 9-7 on the season after a 71-57 road loss to Middle Tennessee on Saturday. The Hilltoppers entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Despite leading 28-27 at halftime, Western Kentucky struggled in the second half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 44. The game’s total points of 128 fell well short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>Western Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 20% from beyond the arc, finishing with 57 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they managed only 9 offensive rebounds and 9 assists.</p> <p>Don McHenry led the team with 16 points, despite shooting 31.2% overall and 12.5% from three. Essam Mostafa contributed 11 points and dominated the boards with 18 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>Western Kentucky's defense gave up 71 points in their previous game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 7 of 21 three-pointers, shooting 33%. Western Kentucky also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 60%. The Hilltoppers gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs dropped to 10-6 on the season after a 78-76 road loss to Kennesaw State on Saturday. Louisiana Tech entered the game as -2.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-30 at halftime, the Bulldogs scored 46 points in the 2nd half but allowed 45 points. The total points for the game ended at 154, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Louisiana Tech put up 76 points, shooting 41.9% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 20 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they made 16 of 22 free throws, good for 72.7%.</p> <p>The Bulldogs grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Simeon Cottle led the way with 25 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from three. Daniel Batcho added 23 points and 7 rebounds, while Braedan Lue contributed 19 points.</p><p>Louisiana Tech's defense struggled, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they gave up 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs held their opponent to 25% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 20 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they hit 17 shots, and Louisiana Tech also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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<p>Betting on today's Blue Jackets and Hurricanes game? Catch the action at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC, as the Hurricanes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Hurricanes winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Grab a Win in Raleigh?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 23-18-7 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled right from the start, allowing five goals in the first period.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9. Columbus, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They didn’t score until the second period, when Damon Severson found the net.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but managed just two scores in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson netted his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second period.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Adam Fantilli picked up his fourth assist of the season, with Sean Monahan adding his fifth and Zach Aston-Reese his second.</p><p>Columbus will look to bounce back after a rough defensive showing against Washington, where they allowed 7 goals on 22 shots. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets' defense also had 17 hits and 10 takeaways. They'll aim to start better after giving up the first 5 goals, including one just 56 seconds into the game.</p><h3>Will Carolina Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 29-16-3 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>Carolina scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes tied it up in the second and added two more goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov netted two goals for the Hurricanes in their 4-2 win over the Capitals. Orlov now has three goals on the season, scoring on two of his three shots on goal. Martin Necas added his sixth goal of the year and picked up two assists, bringing his assist total to 12. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, also his sixth goal of the season.</p> <p>The Hurricanes fired 45 shots on goal but came up empty on power plays. They scored once in the first period, added two more in the second, and finished with Svechnikov's empty-net goal in the third. Carolina tallied 14 offensive giveaways.</p><p>Carolina's defense gave up two late goals in the first period, but they locked things down after that, not allowing another goal. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the Hurricanes' defense finished with 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hurricanes and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! In this non-conference matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>The Hurricanes enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Hurricanes Win on the Road?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 27-16-3 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>After taking a 1-0 lead, Carolina allowed two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the way for the Hurricanes with two goals, including his 3rd of the season. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the year and contributed two assists, giving him 12 assists this season. Andrei Svechnikov closed the scoring with an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the campaign.</p> <p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal but was held scoreless on the power play. They scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added their final goal with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Despite allowing two late goals in the first period, the Hurricanes' defense tightened up, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third periods. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while Carolina's defense added 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Blackhawks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 victory over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 15-28-3 this season. Chicago not only won outright but also covered the puck line as underdogs. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who built a 3-0 lead before the Ducks got on the board. Ryan Donato’s goal at 17:43 in the third period extended Chicago’s lead to 4-1, before Anaheim added a late goal with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Chicago's offense netted four goals in their 4-2 win over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen scored for the 4th time this year. Isaak Phillips also found the back of the net, marking his first goal of the season.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Taylor Hall added another assist, giving him 4 so far. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage in the Blackhawks' 4-2 win over the Ducks. The defense had 6 takeaways and 5 hits but gave up two late goals, one at 10:16 in the 3rd period and another at 19:56.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redhawks versus the Lancers? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center in Riverside, CA. This Western Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and California Baptist is favored to win by -4.5 at home vs. Seattle.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Baptist Lancers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA BAPTIST LANCERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-71 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Not only will California Baptist 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 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redhawks Make it Happen in Riverside?</h3><h3>Seattle Redhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seattle’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-9 after a 71-69 home loss to Nicholls on Monday. The Redhawks were -10 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Seattle trailed 35-32 at halftime but managed to outscore Nicholls 37-36 in the second half. However, it wasn’t enough to pull off the win.</p><p>In their latest game, the Seattle Redhawks put up 69 points, shooting 42% from the field and 41.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 17 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48%, and they connected on 74.1% of their free throws, going 20 of 27 from the line.</p> <p>Byron Ireland led the way with 19 points on 7 of 10 shooting, while Trae English added 13 points and 5 assists. Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe contributed 12 points and 9 rebounds, and Brayden Maldonado hit 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 21 of 50 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, also at a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Seattle's defense conceded 7 threes on 17 attempts, with opponents hitting 41%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20 for 74%. Seattle allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored California Baptist?</h3><p>California Baptist fell to 7-7 on the season after a 71-63 loss to UC Irvine on Monday, December 30th. The Lancers, who were +3.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this home game.</p> <p>Despite leading 29-25 at halftime, California Baptist allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The combined points of 134 fell short of the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>California Baptist put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They connected on 6 of 7 free throws, good for 85.7%, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, dishing out 14 assists as a team.</p> <p>Bent Leuchten led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Adam Moussa also contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Dominique Daniels Jr. added 19 points despite shooting just 28.6% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p><p>California Baptist gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 makes on 33 two-point shots, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lancers' defense saw the other team hit 9 of 27 attempts, good for 33%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 7 times, where they converted 6, an 85% success rate. California Baptist allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs California Baptist Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (-120) will host the Chicago Bulls (+100) at Chase Center. The Warriors are favored by 1.5 points and are currently on a two-game losing streak. The over/under line for this non-conference matchup is set at 231 points.</p>

<p>This game will be televised on NBCS and will be played in San Francisco. The Bulls (19-25) are 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. The Warriors (21-22) are 11th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Pacific Division.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-99 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulls Lock in a Win at San Francisco?</h3><p>The Bulls improved to 19-25 on the season with a 112-99 road win over the Clippers on Monday. Chicago, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 211, falling short of the 227.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After a 10-0 run by the Clippers in the 2nd quarter, Chicago responded by dominating the 3rd quarter, outscoring L.A. 36-16. They entered the 4th with an 84-66 lead and held on despite the Clippers outscoring them 33-28 in the final period.</p><p>In the Bulls' win over the Clippers, Zach LaVine led the way with 35 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% and shooting 52.4% overall. Josh Giddey and Talen Horton-Tucker each contributed 18 points, with Giddey shooting 77.8% from the field.</p> <p>Chicago made 15 threes, shooting 32.6% from deep and 40.4% overall. LaVine scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter and added 11 more in the 4th, while Horton-Tucker put up 8 points in the final period.</p><p>The Bulls' defense was strong in their win over the Clippers, holding them to 99 points on 39% shooting. Chicago had standout defensive performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing just 18 and 16 points, respectively.</p> <p>Chicago was particularly effective at defending the three, with the Clippers hitting just 9 threes at a 21% rate. The Bulls also contributed 7 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can Golden State Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 21-22 on the season after a 123-117 road loss to the Kings on Wednesday. Golden State entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total score of 240 points exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 8.5 points.</p> <p>Golden State took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Sacramento 41-28, but the Kings responded with a 37-20 3rd quarter. After tying the game at 85 going into the 4th, the Kings went on a 14-0 run to take the lead, and the Warriors couldn’t recover.</p><p>In their 123-117 loss to the Kings, the Warriors connected on 22 threes, shooting 45.8% from deep and 46.7% overall. Andrew Wiggins led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 threes at a 45.5% clip.</p> <p>Buddy Hield also made 5 threes, finishing with 17 points, while Gui Santos added 16 points, going 4-for-5 from beyond the arc. Santos scored 11 of his points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Warriors started strong defensively, giving up just 20 points in the 1st quarter, but they struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 37 points in the 3rd and 38 in the 4th, leading to a 123-117 loss to the Kings. Golden State allowed Sacramento to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Warriors held the Kings to 11 made threes on 36% shooting. They also limited Sacramento to just 5 offensive rebounds. Golden State finished with 5 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

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<p>Betting on today's Black Bears and River Hawks game? Catch the action at Costello Athletic Center in Lowell, MA, as the River Hawks hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. This America East conference matchup has an over/under of 146.5 points, and Massachusetts-Lowell is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Maine.</p><h3>MAINE BLACK BEARS VS MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Costello Athletic Center at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the River Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts-Lowell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Black Bears Win in Lowell?</h3><h3>Maine Black Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Maine improved to 10-8 on the season with a decisive 87-62 road win over UMBC on Saturday. Entering the game as +2 point underdogs, the Black Bears not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Maine took control early, leading 45-27 at halftime. They maintained their momentum in the second half, outscoring UMBC 42-35. The game’s total points of 149 fell just under the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>The Black Bears put up 87 points in their latest game, shooting 56.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 65.6%. They connected on 61% of their two-point attempts and hit 47.8% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-23 from three-point range.</p> <p>AJ Lopez led the way with 24 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 60% from three. Quion Burns added 19 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 61.5% of his shots and contributing 3 assists.</p><p>Despite Maine's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 62 points, as the Black Bears allowed 41% shooting from the field. Their defense gave up 24 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Maine's defense allowed 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 9 times, where they converted 7 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Massachusetts-Lowell?</h3><h3>Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>On Saturday, the River Hawks fell to 10-6 on the season after an 85-62 road loss to Bryant. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, they not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 147, falling short of the 162.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>UMass-Lowell trailed 45-28 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40.</p><p>In their last game, Massachusetts-Lowell struggled offensively, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 23.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.8%, and they hit 16 of 25 free throws (64%).</p> <p>Barry Evans was a bright spot, scoring 24 points on 10 of 15 shooting. Earl Timberlake also shot 66.7%, adding 14 points and grabbing 18 rebounds.</p><p>Massachusetts-Lowell's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 45% shooting. They allowed 55% from inside the arc, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 47 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents shot 28%, making 8 of 28. Massachusetts-Lowell also sent them to the line 12 times, where they converted 9 free throws.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Cowboys face off at 8:30 ET on MWN. The Cowboys are hosting the game at Arena Auditorium in Laramie, WY. The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have the Cowboys as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS VS WYOMING COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wyoming Cowboys -5</p><p>This game will be played at Arena Auditorium at 8:30 ET on Tuesday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WYOMING COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Not only will Wyoming pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -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>Will the Spartans Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>San Jose State is now 7-6 after defeating Santa Clara 81-78 in their most recent game. So far this season, all of the Spartans' games have been on the road. In terms of San Jose State's ATS performance, they currently hold a 5-6 record. However, when examining their performance in the last five games, they have gone 1-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving San Jose State have had an average of 145.1 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 135.7 points. Their over/under record is 8-3-0. When looking at the Spartans' last three games, their over/under record is 3-0, with their games averaging 163 points per game.</p><p>San Jose State's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 81 points against Santa Clara. They had an overall field goal percentage of 50% and made 16/19 free throws. Myron Amey Jr. was the leading scorer for the Spartans, putting up 17 points. In addition, Alvaro Cardenas Torre contributed 14 points.</p><p>The Spartans' defense is presently ranked 148th nationally, allowing an average of 71.1 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.0 threes per game vs. Wyoming. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.9%.</p><h3>Can the Cowboys Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Wyoming is set to play their 14th game of the season today and currently have a 7-6 overall record. In away games, the Cowboys have a 1-4 record this season, but they have a 4-2 record when playing at home. As of today's game, Wyoming has a 4-7 record against the spread (ATS). This includes a 1-4 record on the road vs. the spread, as well as a 3-3 record at home.</p><p>Wyoming comes in with an over/under record of 6-5-0 through 13 games, with their games averaging a combined 147.5 points per game so far. The Cowboys' last five games have culminated with an average of 150 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>The Wyoming offense is coming off a game in which they scored 68 points vs. BYU. Overall their field goal percentage was 39.7% while connecting on 7 threes. Sam Griffin led the scoring for the Cowboys, contributing 25 points. Additionally, Mason Walters chipped in with 12 points.</p><p>Currently, the Cowboys' defense holds the 184th rank in the nation, allowing 73.0 points per game. In their previous game vs. BYU, the Cougars finished with a field goal percentage of 53% and a total of 94 points vs. Wyoming.</p>

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<p>At 9:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings will travel to take on the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. The Kings are currently 7.5-point underdogs and +249 on the moneyline. Sacramento is 23-20 on the season and has won three straight games. The Nuggets are 27-16 and have also won three straight. Denver is favored by 7.5 and -307 on the moneyline.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is currently set at 240.5 points.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-131 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Kings Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Kings improved to 23-20 on the season with a 123-117 win over the Warriors on Wednesday. Sacramento was favored by 7.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, winning by six. The game’s total of 240 points went over the 231.5-point line.</p> <p>After falling behind 65-48 at halftime, the Kings turned things around with a 37-20 third quarter. They went on a 14-0 run, taking the score from 85-76 to 90-85, and outscored the Warriors 38-32 in the final quarter to secure the win.</p><p>DeMar DeRozan's 32 points and 57.1% shooting led the Kings to a win over the Warriors, with DeRozan hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency. Domantas Sabonis added 26 points and 18 rebounds, shooting 66.7% and also making 2 threes at 50%. Malik Monk contributed 20 points, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 28.6% of his threes.</p> <p>The Kings shot 50.6% from the field and 36.7% from three, making 11 threes overall. DeRozan scored 19 points in the 3rd quarter, while Monk and De'Aaron Fox added 9 and 8 points respectively in the 4th.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 41 points, the Kings' defense tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 20 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 117 points on 46% shooting from the Warriors.</p> <p>Sacramento struggled to defend the three, with Golden State hitting 22 threes at a 45% clip. The Kings sent the Warriors to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws. Defensively, the Kings recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will Denver Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a dominant 144-109 win over the 76ers on Tuesday, the Nuggets improved to 27-16 on the season. Playing at home, Denver entered the game as -11.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 253, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 233.</p> <p>Denver took control early, leading 35-27 after the 1st quarter and 42-40 in the 2nd. They pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the 76ers 40-27, and finished strong by holding Philadelphia to just 15 points in the 4th. A key 12-0 run extended their lead from 124-104 to 136-104.</p><p>The Nuggets put up 144 points in their win over the 76ers, shooting 61.2% from the field and hitting 16 threes at a 51.6% clip. Nikola Jokic led the way with 27 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p> <p>Julian Strawther added 23 points, including 14 in the 2nd quarter, and Christian Braun contributed 20 points, scoring 8 in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 40 points, the Nuggets tightened up defensively in the 4th, giving up just 15 points to secure a 144-109 win over the 76ers. Overall, Denver held Philadelphia to 109 points on 45% shooting.</p> <p>The Nuggets sent the 76ers to the line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. Denver also grabbed 37 defensive rebounds while giving up 8 offensive boards. They added 7 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Bobcats and Ragin' Cajuns game? Catch the action at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA, as the Ragin' Cajuns hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. Texas State is favored by -5.5 in this Sun Belt conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 144.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS STATE BOBCATS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 4:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</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 Bobcats Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Texas State improved to 9-8 on the season with an 85-82 win over Southern Miss on Saturday. The Bobcats were favored by nine points at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>After trailing 39-38 at halftime, Texas State matched Southern Miss with 38 points in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Texas State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They hit 47.1% from beyond the arc, knocking down 8 of 17 attempts, and finished 23 of 31 from the free-throw line, good for 74.2%.</p> <p>Tylan Pope led the way with 28 points and 12 rebounds, while Coleton Benson added 23 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three. Denijay Harris contributed 18 points and 14 boards, and the Bobcats dished out 19 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Texas State's defensive efforts, they allowed 82 points in this game. The opposing team shot 39% from the field, making 27 of their 68 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team hit 8 of 17 threes, shooting 47%. They also went 23/31 from the free-throw line, hitting 74% of their foul shots.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Louisiana-Lafayette?</h3><h3>Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Louisiana-Lafayette improved to 5-13 on the season with a 65-60 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. The Ragin' Cajuns were -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 35-28 at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette scored 30 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The game’s combined 125 points fell short of the 141.5-point O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Ragin' Cajuns put up 65 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 34.8% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 23, while shooting 46.9% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 11 of 13 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Kentrell Garnett led the way with 18 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. Jalen Bolden added 16 points, and Jacob Wilson contributed 15, despite hitting just 1 of 6 from beyond the arc. The team recorded 15 assists and 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Louisiana-Lafayette's defense held their opponents to just 60 points, with a field goal percentage of 37% (23/61). They limited two-point shooting to 41% (18/43).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 27% (5/18). Louisiana-Lafayette also sent them to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws (69%).</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Predators and Sharks. The game is starting at 10:30 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Sharks at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The Predators are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Western conference matchup against Sharks. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:30 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Sharks.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+196)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Predators Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 17-22-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Five different players scored for the Predators, who trailed 1-0 early in the second period. Nashville tied it up at 11:29 in the second and took the lead with 1:20 left in the period. They added three more goals in the third, including two empty-netters.</p><p>Nashville's offense found the net five times in their 5-2 win over Colorado, with five different players scoring. Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season, while Colton Sissons added his first. Roman Josi picked up his first goal, scoring on a power play, and Gustav Nyquist closed the game with his fourth goal on an empty net.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg, who leads the team with seven goals, also scored on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. They had 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held on for a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the Predators' defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p><h3>Can the Sharks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>The Sharks fell to 14-30-6 with a 3-2 road loss to the Canucks. San Jose was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>San Jose took the lead with a goal at 2:37 in the second period, but Vancouver responded with the next two goals. The Sharks tied it up again at 18:43 in the third, only for the Canucks to score the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>In their recent game against Vancouver, the Sharks took 23 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Nico Sturm opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, tying the game 2-2 with just 1:17 left in the third period.</p> <p>San Jose recorded 16 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. William Eklund picked up his seventh assist of the season, and Tyler Toffoli added his fifth assist on Granlund’s goal.</p><p>San Jose's defense gave up the first goal at 14:41 in the second period, followed by two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with an 89.3% save percentage, while the Sharks' defense recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

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