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UFC 261 will be a monumental moment in the world of sports. Not only are there three title fights, but the first indoor sellout crowd for a sporting event since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold will be on Saturday at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida.

We’ve got one perspective on the main event matchup between Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal from Charles Jay, but now we’ll take a look at that fight and a few others on the April 24 fight card. There are a number of intriguing matchups, but the top three are the ones that everybody seems to be most focused on.

We’ll use the odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong> </a>to find some bets and some betting value for the UFC 261 pay-per-view event.
<h3><strong>Jorge Masvidal (+350) vs. Kamaru Usman (-450); Total: 4.5 (-180/150)</strong></h3>
The first matchup went as a lopsided unanimous decision for champion Kamaru Usman, who won 5-0 in the eyes of two judges and 4-1 in the eyes of another for a couple of 50-45s and a 49-46 in the fight at UFC 251. Based on the betting odds for both the side and total, it doesn’t appear as though a different outcome is expected.

Usman nearly tripled Masvidal in strikes in the first fight. Credit to Masvidal for staying up and not getting knocked out, but it was clearly a one-sided affair. Masvidal has only lost via stoppage three times in his 14 career losses over a total of 49 fights. Hence the -180 and the big favorite number for Usman.

You can cut into the juice with Usman by decision, but it is worth noting that the champ has a couple of knockouts in his most recent scraps. He knocked out Gilbert Burns, who was thought to be a legit contender for the throne in the welterweight division. He also knocked out Colby Covington the fight prior to his win over Masvidal.

We don’t really have any reason to believe that Usman loses this fight. The question is whether or not you bet him straight or look for a prop, like a method of victory or something.

Under 4.5 makes some sense here. Masvidal is not going to beat Usman with a decision. He’ll have to catch a lucky shot or maybe catch Usman in a prone position on the ground to win. Usman’s most likely method of victory is a decision, but a KO is very possible, too.
<h3><strong>Rose Namajunas (+175) vs. Weili Zhang (-205); Total: 4.5 (-135/105)</strong></h3>
There are two burning questions for the Women’s Strawweight Championship bout between Rose Namajunas and Weili Zhang. The first is about the challenger. Namajunas has had a couple of lackluster performances of late. She lost the championship to Jessica Andrade in 2019 and then got a measure of revenge with a win in 2020, though the title was already in the hands in Zhang by that point.

Maybe that was a #1 contender match for a chance at belt, so Namajunas earned her chance to get back on the mountaintop. Zhang beat Andrade and then followed it up with a split-decision with over Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Given that Zhang knocked out Andrade just 42 seconds into the fight, it is fair to wonder how things would have gone if the fight had gone longer.

With Jedrzejczyk, Zhang really struggled to secure takedowns. Strike numbers were about even. It truly was a split decision at 48-47 on all three scorecards. That performance wouldn’t inspire much confidence from me in backing her as more than a $2 favorite against a former champion with a higher pedigree. She did what she needed to do to gain the judges’ favor against JJ, but what about here against Namajunas?

Rose should be the aggressor here and fortune often favors the bold. I think the +175 is very much worth a look.
<h3><strong>Jessica Andrade (+375) vs. Valentina Shevchenko (-500); Total: 4.5 (-105/-125)</strong></h3>
Jessica Andrade tried and failed to get the belt back in the strawweight division. She’s now in the flyweight division. That is where longtime champion Valentina Shevchenko resides. It remains to be seen if it was in Andrade’s best interest to move to flyweight, but one thing we know for sure is that it should be in the UFC’s best interest. Shevchenko has not had a legitimate challenger.

Whether or not Andrade is that worthy challenger, we don’t know. The price implies that she won’t be. Until we see otherwise, I couldn’t bet on anybody against Shevchenko. That makes this write-up pretty easy.
<h3><strong>Anthony Smith (+180) vs. Jimmy Crute (-210); Total: 1.5 (-200/160)</strong></h3>
In this fight, we’ve got an accomplished, well-known name in Anthony Smith against a prospect in the light heavyweight division in Jimmy Crute. Crute is only 25 and he’s got some serious potential. Smith is only 32, but he has really struggled lately. He’s lost three of his last five fights and there were some questions about his motivation and focus level to keep going in UFC.

In this matchup, with three title fights, a full crowd, and all the pay-per-view buys, this feels like a spot where the UFC is trying to build up Crute with a “name” win. A victory over somebody that has done some good things in the UFC. A guy that actually went the full 25 during a title shot with Jon Jones.

We’ve seen the UFC do this before and sometimes you can look at the matchmaking strategies for context clues and I think we have quite a few here. Crute is a guy that the promotion thinks highly of and so he gets a headline type of match, but one against a guy that seems to be on the backside of his career already.

Crute is definitely a pick for me and could be a useful parlay piece with Usman if you wanted to go that route.

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the 7th-seeded Heat (-139) will travel to Houston to take on the 11th-seeded Rockets (+116). Miami is currently favored by 2.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 214.5.</p>

<p>Spac will carry the broadcast for this non-conference matchup. The Heat are 42-34 and in 2nd place in the Southeast Division, while the Rockets are 38-38 and in 3rd place in the Southwest Division. Houston has lost 3 games in a row.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, April 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-110 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Jimmy Butler finishing with Jimmy Butler points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Heat Pull Off a Win at Houston?</h3><p>Miami has a record of 42-34 this season, which puts them in 7th place in the Eastern Conference. In the Southeast Division, they are 2nd.</p>

<p>On the road, the Heat have a record of 22-16, and they have won their last two games away from home. Today, they are favored by 2.5 points.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record, Miami is 36-37 for the season, and they have covered the spread in their last two road games. As the favorite, they are 20-21 ATS on the road and 31-13 straight-up.</p>

<p>Miami's O/U record for the season is 30-46, and the over has hit in their last four games. On average, their games have finished with 218.2 points, and today's O/U line is 214.5.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Heat lost to the 76ers by a score of 109-105. They were favored by 3 points going into the game, and their ATS record for the season is 36-37.</p><p>The Miami Heat are currently 27th in the league in scoring at 109.8 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 107.4 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Heat have outscored the NBA scoring average in 36.8% of their games. They are 29th in pace at 95.7 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Miami is 18th in the league at 37%. Overall, they are 24th in field goal percentage at 46%.</p><p>This season, the Heat defense has been impressive, holding the 4th position in the league while permitting an average of 108.4 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Heat defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 55.3% while allowing 35.9% from downtown.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Rockets have gone 37-39 on the over/under this season, and the over has hit in each of their last three games. On average, their games have finished with 226.8 points, compared to today's O/U line of 214.5.</p>

<p>For the season, Houston is 43-32 against the spread, and they have failed to cover in their last two home games. As the underdog, they are 24-23 ATS, and they are 15-33 straight-up as the underdog.</p>

<p>Houston's O/U record vs. non-conference opponents is 34-37, and their last game vs. the Warriors went over the line of 227.5. The Rockets lost that game by a score of 133-110.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference standings, the Rockets are currently in 11th place with a record of 38-38. In the Southwest Division, they are in 3rd place with a record of 9-6.</p><p>At home this season, the Rockets are averaging 116.3 points per game, which is 13th in the league. Overall, they are 16th in scoring at 114 points per game. In terms of shooting, they are 26th in field goal percentage at 45%. From beyond the arc, they are hitting 35% of their shots, which is 23rd in the NBA.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Rockets have outscored the NBA average in 42.1% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 14th in the league at 99.1 possessions per game. When it comes to two-point field goals, they are 24th in shooting percentage at 52%.</p>

<p>When it comes to getting to the free-throw line, the Rockets are 6th in the league in attempts at 23.4 per game. They are also 6th in offensive rebounds at 11.5 per game. In terms of assists, they are 27th in the NBA at 24.6 per game.</p><p>Currently, the Rockets' defense holds the 11th rank in the NBA, allowing 112.8 points per game. On two point field goal attempts, the Rockets' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 54.2% and allowing 34.7% from beyond the arc.</p>

Miami Heat vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/5/24

<p>Betting on today's Roos and Eagles game? Catch the action at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. Kansas City comes into this non-conference matchup as the -3.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROOS VS AMERICAN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum at 4:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will American pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at San Juan Possible for the Roos?</h3><h3>Kansas City Roos Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Roos faced a tough challenge on Saturday, November 16th, as they went on the road to take on Creighton. Kansas City entered the game as +21.5 point underdogs and ended up losing 79-56, failing to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Creighton jumped out to a 48-31 lead by halftime. In the 2nd half, Kansas City managed just 25 points while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>The Roos struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 29.3% from the field and 24.2% from three-point range, finishing with 56 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.7%, and they hit all four of their free throws.</p> <p>Jackson McAndrew was a bright spot, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and finishing with 15 points and 7 rebounds in just 16 minutes. Ryan Kalkbrenner added 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Despite Kansas City’s defensive efforts, they gave up 79 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. The Roos struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team converting 65% of their attempts, going 19/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas City’s defense held their opponent to 32% shooting, with 11 threes made on 34 attempts. The Roos also sent the other team to the line 8 times, where they were perfect, hitting all their free throws.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>American dropped to 0-4 on the season with an 80-73 loss to High Point on Monday. Despite being +14 point underdogs, the Eagles kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, American fought back in the 2nd half, outscoring High Point 44-41. The game’s total points of 153 went over the pre-game O/U line of 137.</p><p>American's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 55.8% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 61.5%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 73.3% of their two-point attempts, while their three-point shooting was 31.8% (7/22).</p> <p>Abdoulaye Thiam was nearly perfect, going 9-for-10 from the field, while Elijah Stephens shot 9-for-11. D'Maurian Williams connected on 3-of-4 from beyond the arc, and Geoff Sprouse added 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep.</p><p>American's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 6 of 14 threes, shooting 42%. American also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 16 free throws, or 76%. The Eagles gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Kansas City Roos vs American Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Mavericks and Runnin' Rebels game? Catch the action at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV, as the Runnin' Rebels hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on MWN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UNLV as the -16.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>OMAHA MAVERICKS VS UNLV RUNNIN' REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Omaha Mavericks +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OMAHA MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Runnin' Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have UNLV winning straight-up, we like Omaha at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mavericks Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Omaha Mavericks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Omaha dropped their season opener 68-64 to Minnesota on Saturday. Despite being +20.5 point underdogs, the Mavericks kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points (132) fell short of the 144 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Omaha led 33-30 at halftime but were outscored 38-31 in the 2nd half. Their ability to hang with a Big Ten team like Minnesota could be a positive sign for the Mavericks moving forward.</p><p>Omaha managed just 64 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.1%. They hit 30% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 20 attempts, and went 16 for 23 from the free-throw line, good for 69.6%.</p> <p>Dawson Garcia led the way with 24 points, shooting 9 of 16 from the floor, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Kamryn Thomas added 14 points, hitting 2 of 5 from deep, while Marquel Sutton contributed 13 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting just 37.5% overall.</p><p>Omaha's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. They were particularly effective from inside the arc, hitting 57% of their two-point shots (22/38).</p> <p>From three-point range, the Mavericks held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 17 attempts, a 17% shooting performance. The opposing team also struggled at the free-throw line, converting only 15 of 26 attempts (57%). Omaha allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can UNLV Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>UNLV dropped their home game to Memphis on Saturday, losing 80-74. The Runnin' Rebels were slight favorites at -1 but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 154, just under the 157.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UNLV led 34-30 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. Defensive lapses after the break were a key factor in the loss.</p><p>In their latest game, UNLV's offense put up 74 points, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. They connected on 36% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-25 from deep, and hit 73.1% of their free throws, making 19 of 26.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 29 points, shooting 10-for-18 overall, though he missed all three of his three-point attempts. Dedan Thomas Jr. added 22 points, hitting 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, while Colby Rogers contributed 16 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>UNLV's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field. The Runnin' Rebels allowed 23 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNLV's opponents hit 9 of 25 threes, good for 36%. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they converted 19 free throws at a 73% rate.</p>

Omaha Mavericks vs UNLV Runnin' Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hawks and Lumberjacks face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lumberjacks are hosting the game at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 139.5 points, with Stephen F. Austin being favored by -7.5 over Monmouth.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Monmouth Hawks +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 6:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONMOUTH HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Lumberjacks.</li><li>Even though we have Stephen F. Austin winning straight-up, we like Monmouth at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hawks Have What it Takes in Nacogdoches?</h3><p>Monmouth’s season continued with a 72-62 road loss to Youngstown State on Thursday. The Hawks entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 134 fell short of the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>Monmouth led 38-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 24 points while allowing 43.</p><p>Monmouth's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 31.4% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.3%, and they managed only 10 assists.</p> <p>Jaret Valencia led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while EJ Farmer and Nico Galette each added 16 points. The Hawks grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and hit 72.2% of their free throws.</p><p>Monmouth's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 23 of their 56 attempts. Inside the arc, the Hawks allowed 15 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Monmouth's opponents went 8/27, shooting 29%. The Hawks also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 shots, a 66% success rate. Monmouth gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Lumberjacks?</h3><p>Stephen F. Austin’s season took a hit with a 58-55 home loss to Presbyterian on Thursday, November 21st. The Lumberjacks, who were -8 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 30-22 at halftime, SFA struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 22 points while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 113 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a field goal percentage of 38.9%. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they hit only 23.5% of their three-point attempts, going 4-for-17 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as they connected on just 40.9% of their attempts, making 9 of 22. Jonah Pierce led the way with 15 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. The Lumberjacks managed only 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 58 points on 38% shooting. They gave up 17 two-point field goals on 37 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>The Lumberjacks were especially effective at defending the three, where they limited their opponent to 4 made threes on 17 attempts, just 23%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, but they only converted 9 of those, shooting 40%.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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<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>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Stars versus the Wild? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The Stars are the favored team in this Central divisional contest against the Wild. The game's over/under currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>DALLAS STARS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Wild.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+117)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Dallas Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Stars have gone 22-11-5 and are currently in 5th place in the Western Conference. Within the Central Division, Dallas is in 3rd place with an 8-5 record. Over their last ten games, the Stars have gone 5-5, and they have lost three straight games.</p>

<p>When playing on the road this season, Dallas has gone 10-4-3, and they have been favored in 35 of their 38 games. As the favorite, the Stars have gone 20-10-5, and they have gone 13-11 against other Western Conference teams.</p></p><p>On the road, the Stars have a puck line record of 7-10, and their average scoring margin away from home is +.5 goals per game. So far, Dallas has been favored in 35 games, and their puck line record as the favorite is just 9-26. Across their last ten games, the Stars have a puck line record of just 1-9.</p>

<p>So far, Dallas has 13 wins by just one goal compared to nine victories by multiple goals. Across their last ten road games, the Stars have a puck line record of 4-6. This season, the team's average scoring margin is +.5 goals per contest.</p> <p>Games involving Dallas have an average of 6.8 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.1. In terms of their over/under performance, the Stars come in with a record of 25-13-0.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Dallas has an puck line mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Stars come in averaging 3.6 goals per game this season, which is 5th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 20th in the league. This season, the Stars have a 13-8 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 9-3 record.</p><p>Dallas' current leading scorer is Joe Pavelski. This season, he has 15 goals, which puts him 42nd in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Pavelski has 20 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild are currently 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.1 shots per game against Minnesota. They also are 19th in shutouts, coming in with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Scott Wedgewood gets the start and has made 17 starts this season. His record at this point is 11-4, and his save percentage is 0.6862745098039216%.</p><h3>Will the Wild Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, Minnesota has gone 10-7-2, including a three-game losing streak. In the Central Division, the Wild are 7th with a record of 3-4. Overall, Minnesota is 13th in the Western Conference with a record of 17-17-4. Over their last ten games, the Wild have gone 5-5. As the underdog, Minnesota has gone 5-14-2 this season.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Wild have been the favorite in 17 of their 38 games, going 12-3-2 in those contests. In the Western Conference, Minnesota is 8-8. Over their last five games, the Wild have gone 1-4, and they are 1-2 in their last three games.</p></p><p>Minnesota comes into the game with a puck line record of 20-18 this season, including going 5-5 over their last ten games. So far, the Wild have had a total of 10 wins by multiple goals and have gone 13-8 against the puck line as underdogs.</p>

<p>Over their last three games, Minnesota has gone 0-3 against the puck line and has dropped their last two games at home vs. the puck line. On the year, the Wild's average scoring differential is -.2 goals per game, and they have gone 9-10 against the puck line at home.</p> <p>This season, Minnesota's games are averaging 6.3 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Wild currently have an over/under record of 18-17-3.</p><p>Across the Stars last three road games, the team averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 2. Their record vs the puck line in these contests was 0-3, while going 1-2 straight-up.</p><p>The Wild come into the game scoring an average of 3 goals per game, putting them 24th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 25th in the league. This season, the Wild have a 11-6 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 6-11 record.</p><p>Minnesota's leading goal scorer is Joel Eriksson Ek. So far this season, he has 15 goals, placing him 45th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Eriksson Ek has 11 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Wild head into the game ranked 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.1 shots per game against Minnesota. So far, they are 19th in shutouts, achieving 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury comes into the game having made 16 starts this season. So far, his record is 7-8 and he has a save percentage of 0.6470588235294118%.</p>

Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Mavericks and Bears game? Catch the action at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, MO, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with Missouri State being favored by -2 over UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS MISSOURI STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri State Bears -2</p><p>This game will be played at Great Southern Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Missouri State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Mavericks Chances on the Road</h3><h3>UT Arlington Mavericks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UT Arlington fell 98-95 to USC on Wednesday, November 13th. The Mavericks were +15.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 51-42 at halftime, UT Arlington came out strong in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while holding USC to 47. The total points for the game reached 193, well over the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>UT Arlington's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points on 55.6% shooting from the field. They were especially deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 16 of 24 threes for a 66.7% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 70.4%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 19 of 23 attempts, good for 82.6%.</p> <p>The Mavericks also dished out 24 assists, with Desmond Claude and Kade Douglas each recording 8. Jaden Wells led the team with 27 points, hitting 7 of 10 threes, while Claude added 26 points on 9 of 12 shooting. Josh Cohen and Jaxon Ellingsworth both contributed 19 points, with Ellingsworth knocking down 4 of 5 from deep.</p><p>UT Arlington's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 55% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, as the other team hit 64% of their two-point attempts, going 29/45.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, UT Arlington allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 of those attempts, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Missouri State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Missouri State pulled off a 111-106 win over Tulsa on Saturday, November 16th. The Bears, who were +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 33-32 at halftime, Missouri State scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 217 far exceeded the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Missouri State put up 111 points in their last game, shooting 52.9% from the field and 43.8% from three-point range. They connected on 7 of 16 attempts from deep and hit 29 of 52 two-pointers, good for 55.8% inside the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bears went 32 for 51, shooting 62.7%. Justin Amadi led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, while Dwon Odom added 21 points and 6 boards. Dez White and Braeden Carrington each contributed 20 points, with Carrington also grabbing 10 rebounds and dishing out 5 assists.</p><p>Missouri State's defense struggled, giving up 106 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 36 field goals on 68 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Bears gave up 29 two-pointers on 52 shots (55%). From three, they allowed 7 makes on 16 attempts (43%).</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Missouri State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Knights and Badgers. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Badgers at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Wisconsin as the -5.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>UCF KNIGHTS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Greenbrier at 5:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Badgers.</li><li>Even though we have Wisconsin winning straight-up, we like UCF 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>Do the Knights Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>UCF Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCF picked up an 80-69 win over Tennessee Tech on Tuesday, November 19th. The Knights were heavy favorites at -24 but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the pre-game O/U line of 144.</p> 

<p>UCF led 47-32 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. Despite the win, they’ll be looking to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>UCF put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and 39.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.6%, with a 44.7% success rate on two-point attempts. The Knights also hit 73.3% of their free throws, going 11-for-15 from the line.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led UCF with 20 points and 8 rebounds, while Kyle Layton added 16 points, hitting 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. UCF grabbed 22 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists in the win.</p><p>UCF's defense gave up 69 points on 42% shooting, as their opponent went 30/70 from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 21/47 shooting, or 44%.</p> <p>From three-point range, UCF's opponent hit 9/23, good for 39%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 73%.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Badgers Chances at Home</h3><p>Wisconsin improved to 3-1 on the season with an 87-84 win over Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Monday. The Badgers were heavy favorites at -22 but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 52-48 at halftime, Wisconsin tightened up defensively, allowing just 32 points in the second half while scoring 39. The total points for the game hit 171, going over the pre-game line of 153.5.</p><p>Wisconsin's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.6%, and they hit 84.4% of their free throws, going 27-for-32 from the line.</p> <p>John Blackwell led the way with 30 points, shooting 61.1% overall and 40% from three. Trey Miller added 12 points and 6 assists, hitting 66.7% of his shots. John Tonje and Hasan Abdul Hakim each contributed 19 points, with Tonje hitting 60% from three-point range.</p><p>Even though Wisconsin gave up 84 points, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 27 of those attempts, shooting 84% from the stripe.</p> <p>From the field, Wisconsin allowed their opponent to shoot 49%, including 54% on two-point attempts (18/33) and 40% from beyond the arc (8/20). They also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

UCF Knights vs Wisconsin Badgers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 76ers (-163) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (+138) in a non-conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently favored by 3.5 points and the over/under line is set at 219.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are struggling as of late, with the 76ers (2-11) losing four straight and the Grizzlies (8-7) sitting in 9th place in the Western Conference. Tip-off is set for 8:00 ET and the game can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 154-125 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with Joel Embiid points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Philadelphia Win on the Road?</h3><p>The 76ers’ struggles continued with a 106-89 loss to the Heat on Monday, dropping their record to 2-11. Philadelphia entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 195 points fell well short of the 212.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a strong 1st quarter, the 76ers faltered, particularly in the 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 35-16. An 11-0 run by Miami broke the game open, and Philadelphia couldn’t recover, managing just 17 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The 76ers struggled offensively in their 106-89 loss to the Heat, shooting just 41.7% from the field and 24.4% from three-point range, hitting only 10 threes. Jared McCain led the team with 20 points, 4 assists, and 4 made threes, shooting 44.4% from deep.</p> <p>Paul George added 18 points, with 12 of those coming in the 1st quarter. Caleb Martin contributed 12 points, including 7 in the opening period, while Joel Embiid finished with 11 points, scoring 5 in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers held the Heat to 106 points on 41% shooting, but a tough 3rd quarter, where they gave up 35 points, proved costly. Philadelphia did manage to tighten up in the 4th, allowing just 18 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the 76ers limited Miami to 13 threes on 29% shooting. They also recorded 10 steals and 3 blocks while giving up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Memphis Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>The Grizzlies dropped to 8-7 on the season after a 122-110 home loss to the Nuggets on Tuesday. Memphis, favored by 6 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 232 points exceeded the O/U line of 224.</p> <p>A key moment came when Denver went on an 11-0 run, turning a 65-57 deficit into a 68-65 lead. Memphis trailed 92-78 going into the 4th quarter, and despite outscoring Denver 32-30 in the final period, they couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>The Grizzlies struggled offensively in their loss to the Nuggets, shooting just 39.8% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 23.7% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 28 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 4 threes at 57.1% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson added 19 points, while Scotty Pippen Jr. contributed 16 points and 6 assists. Pippen scored 11 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Aldama added 10 in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, and allowed 122 points overall in their loss to the Nuggets. Memphis allowed Denver to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies gave up 12 made threes on 33% shooting. They also sent the Nuggets to the line 22 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Memphis collected 9 steals and blocked 10 shots.</p>

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<p>The Wolf Pack and Horned Frogs are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN2. The Horned Frogs will host the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. The over/under for this game is set at 149 points, and the Horned Frogs are the home favorites against the Wolf Pack in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NEVADA WOLF PACK VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs -2</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:00 ET on Friday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-67 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Not only will TCU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wolf Pack Find a Way to Win in Honolulu?</h3><p>When they take on TCU, the Nevada Wolf Pack enter the game with a 10-1 overall record. In their previous ten road games, which includes games from last year, Nevada has a record of 5-5. Prior to today's game, Nevada holds a 7-2 ATS record. In their last ten games this season, Nevada has a 3-2 record vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Nevada have had an average of 143.4 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 145.9 points. Their over/under record is 4-5-0. When analyzing the Wolf Pack's last five games, they have produced a combined average of 134 points per game and an over/under record of 1-4.</p><p>In their previous game, the Wolf Pack's offense finished with 80 points, which is right in line with their current average of 78.5 points per contest. The top scorer for the Wolf Pack was Jarod Lucas with 22 points, while Nick Davidson also chipped in with 19 points.</p><p>Nevada's defense has been playing well, ranking 40th nationally, with 63.6 points allowed per game. Against Temple in their most recent game, the Nevada defense gave up a total of 56 points while allowing Temple to hit 27% of their shots.</p><h3>Will TCU Win at Home?</h3><p>After 10 games, TCU has a 9-1 record. The Horned Frogs are 3-0 on the road and 6-0 overall. As of today, TCU holds a 5-4 ATS record. In their previous five games, the team is 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>After 10 games, TCU has an over/under record of 5-4-0, with their games averaging a combined 160.1 points per game so far. In their most recent three games, the Horned Frogs' over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 158 points per game.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the TCU offense tallied 111 points in a matchup against Old Dominion. Their field goal percentage for the game was 54.5%, and they made 9 threes. In terms of offense, the Horned Frogs have a season-long field goal percentage of 50%, putting them 18th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 170th in percentage and 238th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Horned Frogs' defense is ranked 93rd in the country at 67.1 points per contest. Against Old Dominion in their most recent game, the TCU defense gave up a total of 87 points while allowing Old Dominion to hit 46% of their shots.</p>

Nevada Wolf Pack vs TCU Horned Frogs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Redhawks and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at Farris Center in Conway, AR. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 153 points, with UNC Asheville being favored by -9.5 over Southeast Missouri State.</p><h3>SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS VS UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNC Asheville Bulldogs -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Farris Center at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will UNC Asheville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Redhawks Pull Off a Win at Conway?</h3><p>Southeast Missouri State picked up a 77-73 road win over Central Arkansas on Thursday, November 21st. The Redhawks were +1.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the pre-game O/U line of 149.</p> <p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Southeast Missouri State and Central Arkansas both scored 32 points in the 2nd half, but the Redhawks managed to come out on top.</p><p>Southeast Missouri State put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.5%. They connected on 12 of 35 three-point attempts, hitting 34.3% from deep, and made 15 of 33 two-point shots, good for 45.5%. At the free-throw line, they converted 11 of 17 attempts, shooting 64.7%.</p> <p>Elias Cato and Brayden Fagbemi each scored 20 points, with Cato shooting 50% from the field. BJ Ward and Teddy Washington Jr. added 19 points apiece, with Ward hitting 4 of 9 threes. Layne Taylor contributed 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Fagbemi also added 6 boards and 4 assists.</p><p>Southeast Missouri State's defense held their opponent to 73 points on 38% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 21 attempts, a 14% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, their opponent shot 51%, converting 21 of 41 two-point attempts. Southeast Missouri State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 68%. The Redhawks gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does UNC Asheville Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>UNC Asheville Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UNC Asheville picked up an 89-75 road win over North Florida on Monday, November 18th. The Bulldogs entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 39-37 at halftime, Asheville scored 50 points in the 2nd half while holding North Florida to 38. The game’s total points of 164 went over the pre-game line of 153.5.</p><p>UNC Asheville put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They hit 42.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 19 attempts, and were 52% on two-point shots, going 26 for 50. At the free-throw line, they converted 76.5%, making 13 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Toyaz Solomon led the way with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the field. Nate Lliteras added 19 points, hitting 5 of 8 from three-point range. Jaylen Smith contributed 7 assists, while the Bulldogs grabbed 16 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>UNC Asheville's defense gave up 75 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field on 28 of 70 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 of 28 shooting for 50%.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNC Asheville's defense saw their opponents hit 14 of 42 shots, a 33% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws for 62%.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Blue Hose and Penguins game? Catch the action at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX, as the Penguins hosts this showdown at 3:30 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 140.5 points, and Youngstown State is favored by -5 vs. Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Youngstown State Penguins -5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 3:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Not only will Youngstown State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Win at Nacogdoches?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3>  
<p>Presbyterian pulled off a 58-55 road win over Stephen F. Austin on Thursday, November 21st. Entering the game as +8 point underdogs, the Blue Hose not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p>  
<p>After trailing 30-22 at halftime, Presbyterian turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while holding the Lumberjacks to 22. The game’s total points of 113 fell well below the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Presbyterian struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.1% from the field and 21.7% from beyond the arc, finishing with 58 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.1%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jonah Pierce was a bright spot, posting a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor. Kyle Hayman added 12 points, while Kory Mincy and Carl Parrish each contributed 11 points.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense held their opponent to just 55 points, allowing them to shoot 38% from the field. Inside the arc, the opposition went 17/37, hitting 45% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Presbyterian limited their opponent to 4/17 shooting, or 23%. The Blue Hose also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 9 attempts, shooting 40%.</p><h3>Will the Penguins Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Penguins picked up a 72-62 win over Monmouth on Thursday, November 21st. Youngstown State, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the O/U line of 145.5.</p> 

<p>Youngstown State turned things around after trailing 38-29 at halftime. They clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 24 points while scoring 43 themselves to secure the win.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field and 29.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.2%, and they connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 18 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Jaret Valencia led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while EJ Farmer and Nico Galette each added 16 points, with Galette also grabbing 10 boards. The Penguins recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense held their opponent to just 62 points, with a field goal percentage of 41% on 23 of 56 shooting. Inside the arc, the Penguins allowed 15 of 29 shooting, or 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Youngstown State's defense limited their opponent to 8 of 27 shooting, or 29%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 18, or 66%. The Penguins gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

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<p>The Trojans and Razorbacks are set to face off at 9:00 ET on SECN. The Razorbacks will host the game at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, AR. The over/under for this game is set at 144 points, and Arkansas is favored by -21 against Little Rock in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LITTLE ROCK TROJANS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Little Rock Trojans +21</p><p>This game will be played at Bud Walton Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LITTLE ROCK TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Razorbacks.</li><li>Even though we have Arkansas winning straight-up, we like Little Rock at +21.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trojans Grab a Win in Fayetteville?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Little Rock pulled off a significant upset on Wednesday, defeating Tulsa 71-57 on the road. Entering the game as +12.5 point underdogs, the Trojans not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 25-20 at halftime, Little Rock exploded for 51 points in the 2nd half while holding Tulsa to 32. The game’s total points of 128 fell under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Little Rock's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field and hitting 44.4% of their threes (8/18). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 53.6%, and they connected on 73.3% of their free throws (11/15).</p> <p>Johnathan Lawson led the way with 23 points, shooting 75% overall and 50% from deep. Mwani Wilkinson contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, while Tyshawn Archie added 15 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Little Rock's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, with a field goal percentage of 36% (18/49). They allowed 8 two-point field goals on 16 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Little Rock's opponent shot 30%, making 10 of 33 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 11/17, hitting 64% of their shots. Little Rock gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Razorbacks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Arkansas Razorbacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas improved to 3-0 with a 91-72 win over Pacific on Monday. The Razorbacks were -21.5 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 163, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Arkansas led 44-37 at halftime and extended their lead in the 2nd half, outscoring Pacific 47-35. While they got the win, the Razorbacks will look to tighten up defensively and cover the spread in future games.</p><p>Arkansas put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 59.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 69.2%. They hit 71% of their two-point attempts (22/31) and connected on 42.9% from beyond the arc (9/21). At the free-throw line, they shot 80%, making 20 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Adou Thiero and Elijah Fisher led the way with 23 points each, both shooting 8/10 from the field. Fisher hit 3 of 4 from deep, while Boogie Fland added 20 points, going 2/4 from three. Lamar Washington contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Jefferson Koulibaly knocked down 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 12 points.</p><p>Arkansas struggled defensively, giving up 72 points on 59% shooting from the field. They allowed 31 made baskets on 52 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Arkansas gave up 22 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 71% success rate. From three, they allowed 9 made threes on 21 attempts, a 42% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 25 times, where they hit 20 free throws, an 80% rate.</p>

The Milwaukee Bucks got themselves a scare in the opener of their Eastern Conference playoff series against the Orlando Magic, but they have roared back to take the next three games. <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports"><strong>BetAnySports</strong> </a>customers are perhaps expecting that they will be facing the Miami Heat in the East semi-finals, but as they say, it ain't over 'til it's over.

On Wednesday afternoon, the Bucks have an opportunity to close things out, and the festivities will get underway at 4 PM ET at ESPN's Wide World of Sports.

The awesome force for Orlando in this series thus far has been center Nikola Vucevic, an underrated treasure who buried Milwaukee with 35 in Game 1 and 32 in Game 2. The difference was that while his Magic teammates stepped up in the first game, as the Bucks more or less went limp offensively( 43% shooting), coach Mike Budenholzer was able to get a special effort out of his squad to even the series, holding the Magic to just 21% from long range.

Vucevic had 31 points in Game 4, and that was good enough to help Orlando stay within three points going into the final period. But from there it was clearly the Bucks' game, as they got 21 points from Khris Middleton (who had been struggling) and further exploited a 42-20 edge in points in the paint. So even though the Magic held a 54-51 advantage in points gathered by triples, the final score was 121-106.

Who knows if Steve Clifford's team has any answers going into this elimination contest. They have been playing without the likes of Jonathan Isaac, Aaron Gordon and former rookie of the year Michael Carter-Williams. Those are three important people to be missing from the rotation.

In the NBA playoff betting odds that have been posted on this game by the folks at BetAnySports, the Bucks are laying quite a few points:

Milwaukee Bucks -14
Orlando Magic +14

Over 227 points -110
Under 227 points -110

It is clear that Milwaukee has forced Orlando to be largely dependent upon the three-pointer. We're not saying it's all that unusual in today's NBA, but there are teams like the Bucks who can live and survive with that kind of attack. The Magic attempted more than half their shots (45 of 87) from beyond the arc in Game 4.

And Milwaukee, which has one of the NBA's best teams on the defensive boards, has taken that to a new level, with an 86.7% defensive rebounding rate over the course of the series. They are simply not allowing second-shot opportunities. So the Magic needs to be accurate on a consistent basis.

One player who could have been a critical factor here was former #1 overall pick Markelle Fultz, who has gotten the starting nod at point guard. He's averaged 11.5 points and 5.3 assists during the series, but he's shooting just 39% and has gotten to the line only five times. He may be ready for prime time someday, but that day is not today.

The Magic won't have to travel too far to get home when they leave the bubble, but they should be a desperate squad coming in. We're not sure they won't let this one get out of hand, but there is always the chance for a "back door," even if they don't play well. We don't see any Orlando offensive formula working, so even if this is a bit of a blowout we'd lean toward the <strong>UNDER</strong> here.

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