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<p>Game four of this first-round Eastern Conference series between the Bucks and Pacers is set for 7:00 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Indiana leads the series 2-1 and is favored by 10 points at home. The over/under line is at 216.5 points, and the Pacers are -433 on the money line compared to the Bucks at +335. TNT is carrying the game on TV.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks +10</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Sunday, April 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-108 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with Pascal Siakam points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 51.6% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><p>The Pacers picked up a 121-118 win over the Bucks in the most recent game of this series. Indiana jumped out to a big lead in the 1st quarter, outscoring the Bucks 39-22. Going into the game, the Pacers were favored by 6.5 points and didn't cover the spread. The game did surpass the over/under line of 223 points by 16 points.</p>

<p>Indiana held the Bucks to just 32.3% shooting from three-point range and 10 made threes. Khris Middleton led all scorers with 42 points and 10 rebounds. Myles Turner had 29 points for the Pacers and knocked down four threes. Tyrese Haliburton added a triple-double with 18 points, 16 assists, and 10 rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bucks Have What it Takes in Indianapolis?</h3><p>Milwaukee is 5-12 as the underdog this season and is currently the underdog by 10 points against the Pacers. Their ATS record as the underdog is 8-9, and they have covered the spread in their last two games as the underdog.</p>

<p>The Bucks' O/U record for the season is 43-42, and the over has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 235 points this season, and today's O/U line is 216.5.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Bucks lost to the Pacers by a score of 121-118. Milwaukee was getting 6.5 points in that game, giving them an ATS win. The combined scoring in that game was 239 points.</p>

<p>For the season, the Bucks are 49-33 and are currently in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 34-18 compared to 15-15 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bucks are 18-23 straight up and 17-24 ATS. Their average scoring differential on the road is -1.3 points per game.</p><p>Looking at the Bucks offense, they are averaging 119 points per game this season, which is the 4th best mark in the league. Their average of 116.7 points per game on the road is the 5th best figure in the league. Milwaukee is also a top-6 team in terms of pace this season.</p>

<p>Khris Middleton has shot the ball well for the Bucks lately, hitting 53.7% of his shots from the field in his last five games. This has led to an average of 23 points per game in that stretch. Over his last four games, Damian Lillard has averaged 28.2 points. For the season, he is averaging 24.3 points and 7 assists. Bobby Portis is averaging 13.8 points and 7.4 rebounds for the Bucks.</p><p>So far this season, the Milwaukee Bucks' defense has struggled, ranking 21st in the NBA in points allowed per game at 116.2. They have been slightly better on the road, giving up 118.0 points per contest away from home (22nd).</p>

<p>One area where the Bucks' defense has been solid is on the glass, ranking 9th in the league in rebounds per game. They have also been good at protecting the rim, ranking 17th in blocked shots per contest.</p>

<p>In terms of defending the three-point line, Milwaukee is 12th in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 35.3%. Opponents have attempted 35.5 threes per game against the Bucks (18th).</p><h3>Are the Pacers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Today's game against the Bucks marks the 86th time this season that the Pacers have had an O/U line higher than 216.5. Indiana's games have averaged 242.9 points per game this season, and their O/U record is 45-40.</p>

<p>Indiana's last two games have gone over the O/U line, and they are favored by 10 points today. This season, the Pacers have gone 27-18 as the favorite and have an ATS record of 21-24 as the favorite.</p>

<p>In their most recent game against the Bucks, the Pacers won 121-118. Indiana was favored by 6.5 points in that game, giving them an ATS loss. The O/U line for that game was 223 points.</p>

<p>The Pacers are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 47-35. In the Central Division, they are in 3rd place. Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Pacers are 32-20 and 15-15 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>Indiana has won their last two games and will be looking to extend their winning streak to six games at home. The Pacers' home record for the season is 27-15.</p><p>Indiana comes into the game as the top-scoring team in the league, at 123.3 points per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 125.4 points per contest. The Pacers have also been the most efficient shooting team this season, with a field goal percentage of 50%. In terms of two-point field goal percentage, they are also the best in the league.</p>

<p>Pascal Siakam has been playing well of late for the Pacers, averaging 27.4 points per game in his last five games. This has come while hitting 59.2% of his shots from the field. Myles Turner is also shooting the ball well of late, averaging 23.2 points per game on 53.1% shooting. Bennedict Mathurin is out for the Celtics, who averaged 14.5 points per game and 37.4% shooting from three.</p><p>When looking at the Pacers' defense, it's clear that they have struggled this season. They are currently ranked 27th in points allowed per game at 119.9. At home, they have been even worse, giving up 118.7 points per contest.</p>

<p>One area where the Pacers have been strong is defending the three-point line. On the season, they are first in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 36.5%. In terms of made threes allowed per game, they are also first at 10.8.</p>

<p>Despite their struggles, the Pacers have done a good job of not fouling, as they are currently first in personal fouls. However, they have struggled to get stops, as they are 28th in rebounds per game and 28th in defensive rebounds.</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.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Catamounts and Keydets game? Catch the action at Cameron Hall in Lexington, VA, as the Keydets hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147 points, and VMI is favored by -3 to win at home against Western Carolina.</p><h3>WESTERN CAROLINA CATAMOUNTS VS VMI KEYDETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: VMI Keydets -3</p><p>This game will be played at Cameron Hall at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VMI KEYDETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Keydets.</li><li>Not only will VMI pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Catamounts Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Western Carolina Catamounts Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Carolina improved to 2-11 on the season with an 85-82 win over Mercer on Sunday. The Catamounts, who were +4.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 44-40 at halftime, Western Carolina outscored Mercer 45-38 in the second half. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Western Carolina put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They hit 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-34 from three. At the free-throw line, the Catamounts were 16-for-20, shooting 80%.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 7-of-11 from the field. Ahmad Robinson added 18 points and 13 rebounds, despite shooting just 36.8%. Ice Emery contributed 16 points, hitting 4-of-8 from three-point range, while Cord Stansberry added 17 points, making 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Western Carolina's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 46% shooting from the field. They allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 28 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Carolina's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 80%. The Catamounts gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will VMI Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Keydets fell to 2-11 on the season after a 91-66 road loss to Chattanooga on Sunday. Entering the game as +13.5 point underdogs, VMI not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 157, exceeding the over/under line of 149.5.</p> <p>VMI found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 51-22 at halftime. They managed to outscore Chattanooga 44-40 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to make a significant impact on the game’s outcome.</p><p>VMI struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.4% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They managed 66 points, with 12 offensive rebounds and 12 assists, while hitting 74.1% of their free throws, going 20-for-27 from the line.</p> <p>Honor Huff was a bright spot, scoring 31 points on 9-of-12 shooting, including 9-of-10 from three-point range. Augustinas Kiudulas added 20 points and 10 rebounds, and Jaylen Pazon contributed 15 points in just 15 minutes, hitting 2-of-4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>VMI's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable from beyond the arc, where they allowed 19 threes on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, VMI's opponent went 10/12, hitting 83% of their shots. The Keydets did manage to limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Carolina Catamounts vs VMI Keydets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Hurricanes versus the Sabres? The puck drops at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TNT. The game will be played at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. In this Eastern matchup, the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 goals against the Sabres. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Sabres winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Sabres on the moneyline (+157)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Hurricanes Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 26-15-3 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total line of 6 goals was a push.</p> 

<p>After taking a 1-0 lead, the Hurricanes allowed two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the victory.</p><p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Andrei Svechnikov netting his 6th goal of the season on an empty net. Dmitry Orlov scored twice, bringing his season total to 3 goals. Martin Necas added his 6th goal and picked up two assists, giving him 12 assists for the year.</p> <p>After a first-period goal, the Hurricanes added two more in the second and capped their scoring with an empty-netter in the final seconds. Carolina had 14 giveaways in the game.</p><p>After giving up two late goals in the first period, Carolina's defense tightened up, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while the Hurricanes' defense recorded 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p><h3>Can Buffalo Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Buffalo's record fell to 16-22-5 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres held a 1-0 lead after the first period, but Detroit responded with two second-period goals.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 3. As underdogs on the puck line, Buffalo failed to cover. The Sabres’ lone goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored at 11:39 in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense fired 32 shots on goal but only found the net once in their 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. Alex Tuch scored his fifth goal of the season, an unassisted, shorthanded effort 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres were held without an assist and went scoreless on the power play. Tuch took five shots on goal, while the team recorded 13 giveaways.</p><p>Buffalo's defense will look to bounce back after giving up two second-period goals to Detroit, both of which came on the power play. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Sabres' defense recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>In a division matchup between the Grizzlies and Spurs, Memphis (-147) is favored by 3 points over San Antonio (+123) at the Frost Bank Center. The over/under line is set at 239 points.</p>

<p>Memphis is 25-15 overall and 3rd in the Western Conference. San Antonio is 19-19 and 10th in the West. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 ET and the game can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -3</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 149-132 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Grizzlies fell to 25-15 on the season after a 120-118 road loss to the Rockets on Monday. Memphis entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread with the two-point loss. The total points for the game reached 238, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 233.5 by 4.5 points.</p> <p>Memphis started strong, leading 30-23 after the 1st quarter, but a 10-0 run by the Rockets shifted momentum. The Grizzlies regained control, taking a 92-87 lead into the 4th quarter, but Houston outscored them 33-26 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>In their 120-118 loss to the Rockets, the Grizzlies shot 53.6% from the field, with a 43.8% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes. Ja Morant led the way with 29 points, adding 11 in the 4th quarter, while Desmond Bane contributed 25 points, 15 of which came in the 3rd.</p> <p>Morant and Bane each made 4 threes, with Bane shooting 80% from deep. Jaren Jackson added 17 points, and Jaylen Wells chipped in 14, scoring 4 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies started strong in the 1st quarter, allowing just 23 points, but they struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 34 and 33 points, respectively, in their 120-118 loss to the Rockets. Overall, Memphis allowed Houston to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies also had a tough time defending the three, as the Rockets hit 16 threes on 51% shooting. Memphis sent Houston to the line 31 times, where they made 22 free throws. The Grizzlies gave up 15 offensive rebounds but managed to come up with 17 steals.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>San Antonio pulled their record to 19-19 with a 126-102 road win over the Lakers on Monday. The Spurs entered the game as +4 point underdogs and not only won but covered the spread with a +24 point victory. The total score of 228 points went over the pre-game line of 220.5.</p> <p>After trailing 62-53 at halftime, the Spurs turned things around by winning the 3rd quarter 36-27. They then dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring the Lakers 37-13, including a 10-0 run that extended their lead from 84-76 to 94-76.</p><p>The Spurs shot 53.3% from the field and 37.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes in their 126-102 win over the Lakers. Devin Vassell, Victor Wembanyama, and Stephon Castle each scored 23 points, with Vassell knocking down 5 threes at a 55.6% rate.</p> <p>Castle did most of his damage in the 3rd quarter, scoring 14 of his 23 points. Harrison Barnes added 10 of his 17 points in the 4th, while Chris Paul chipped in 5 of his 13 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite a tough 2nd quarter where they allowed 36 points, the Spurs' defense locked down in the 4th, giving up just 13 points to secure the win. Overall, they held the Lakers to 102 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>San Antonio limited the Lakers' three-point shooting, allowing just 14 threes on 31% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Spurs finished with 16 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 7:30 ET, the 9th ranked Chicago Bulls (13-17) will travel to Atlanta to take on the 7th ranked Hawks (15-15). The Hawks are favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>CHSN will broadcast the game from State Farm Arena.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-122 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 19 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bulls Ready for a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>Chicago’s season record dropped to 13-17 after a 112-91 loss to the Bucks on Monday. The Bulls, who were -2.5 point favorites at home, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Milwaukee took control early with a 12-0 run, stretching the score from 11-10 to 23-10. Chicago’s best quarter was the 2nd, where they edged the Bucks 28-26, but they couldn’t close the gap after trailing 92-72 going into the 4th.</p><p>In their 112-91 loss to the Bucks, the Bulls struggled offensively, shooting just 40% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 20.8% clip. Nikola Vucevic led the way with 17 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 8 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>Zach LaVine and Jalen Smith each added 14 points, with LaVine scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter. Smith contributed 10 of his points in the 2nd period, while Patrick Williams finished with 13 points, scoring 5 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 33 points in each, as they allowed the Bucks to score 112 points in the game. Chicago did manage to tighten things up in the 4th quarter, holding Milwaukee to 20 points.</p> <p>The Bulls had trouble defending the three, with the Bucks hitting 18 threes at a 41% clip. Chicago sent Milwaukee to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. The Bulls finished with 37 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, while adding 9 steals.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>With a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves on Monday, the Hawks evened their season record at 15-15. Atlanta, +3 point underdogs heading into the game, covered the spread with a +13 point victory. The total score of 221 points came in just under the O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>Atlanta started strong, going on a 12-0 run early and leading 35-19 after the 1st quarter. However, the Timberwolves responded by outscoring the Hawks 36-17 in the 2nd quarter. After an even 3rd quarter (30-30), Atlanta clamped down in the 4th, holding the Timberwolves to 19 points while scoring 35 of their own to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Timberwolves, the Hawks shot 53.4% from the field and hit 18 threes at a 50% clip. Trae Young led the way with 29 points and 7 assists, while Garrison Mathews added 25 points, knocking down 7 threes at 87.5% shooting.</p> <p>Young scored 12 of his points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th. Mathews also came up big in the final period, scoring 10 points, while De'Andre Hunter added 9 of his 19 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Hawks' defense came up big in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing just 19 points in each, to help secure a 117-104 win over the Timberwolves. Despite a rough 2nd quarter, where they gave up 36 points, Atlanta held Minnesota to 42% shooting overall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hawks limited the Timberwolves to 14 made threes on 32% shooting. They also sent Minnesota to the line just 13 times, where they made 12. Defensively, Atlanta recorded 15 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Ducks versus the Capitals? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Capitals coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>The Capitals should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Ducks Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks are now 18-20-5 this season. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period. The Ducks didn’t score until the 10:16 mark of the third period, when they were already down 3-0.</p><p>Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, with McTavish's goal coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>After a scoreless first two periods, the Ducks finally got on the board at 9:44 in the third. Anaheim recorded 16 offensive giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, giving up the first three goals, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals now sit at 28-10-5. Washington had taken the lead in the first period, but Carolina responded with three unanswered goals to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined 6 goals resulted in a push. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Capitals’ goals came in the first period, but they couldn’t find the net again.</p><p>Washington’s offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal but were plagued by 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Washington’s goals came in the first period, with Duhaime scoring at 19:49. Nic Dowd picked up his 2nd assist of the season, and Dylan Strome recorded his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will be looking to bounce back after allowing 4 goals to Carolina in their last game. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but Washington's defense struggled, giving up 44 shots on goal. They also had 16 blocks and 2 takeaways. The final goal they allowed was an empty netter with just 9 seconds left in the 3rd period.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>The Houston Rockets (-121) are favored by 1.5 points on the road against the Denver Nuggets (+100) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 231.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on SCHN. The Rockets (26-12) have won four straight and are 2nd in the Western Conference. The Nuggets (24-15) have also won four straight and are 4th in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-115 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 29 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Offense Score Enough in Denver?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 26-12 on the season with a 120-118 win over the Grizzlies on Monday. Houston, playing at home, didn’t cover the spread as -2.5 favorites, winning by just two points. The total score of 238 points went over the pre-game line of 233.5.</p> <p>Houston’s 10-0 run was a key moment in the game, as they turned an 18-14 deficit into a 24-18 lead. After falling behind 92-87 going into the 4th quarter, the Rockets outscored the Grizzlies 33-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Green's 42-point performance, shooting 72.2% from the field and 83.3% from deep, led the Rockets to a win over the Grizzlies. Green hit 5 threes, scoring 11 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and added 10 points in each of the final two periods.</p> <p>The Rockets connected on 16 threes at a 51.6% clip, finishing with a 50.6% overall shooting percentage. Amen Thompson contributed 12 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Cam Whitmore added 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 118 points, the Rockets' defense tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing just 26 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 30 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters and 32 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 53% from the field.</p> <p>Houston also struggled to defend the three, with Memphis hitting 14 threes at a 43% clip. The Rockets sent the Grizzlies to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, the Rockets recorded 13 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will Denver Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Nuggets improved to 24-15 on the season with a 118-99 win over the Mavericks on Tuesday. Denver, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 217, falling short of the 235-point over/under line.</p> <p>Denver set the tone early, jumping out to a 36-21 lead after the 1st quarter and extending it to 71-45 by halftime. A 12-0 run helped the Mavericks close the gap, but the Nuggets’ 91-67 lead heading into the 4th quarter was too much for Dallas to overcome.</p><p>Jamal Murray's 45-point performance, shooting 69.2% from the field and hitting 5 threes at 55.6%, led the Nuggets to a win over the Mavericks. Murray scored 19 points in the 1st quarter and added 13 more in the 2nd.</p> <p>As a team, Denver shot 51.8% from the field and made 13 threes at a 44.8% clip. Michael Porter Jr. contributed 13 points, hitting 3 threes at 75%, while Nikola Jokic added a 10-point, 14-rebound, 10-assist triple-double.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets were solid throughout the game, holding the Mavericks to just 99 points. They gave up 21 points in the 1st quarter, 24 in the 2nd, and 22 in the 3rd, before allowing 32 in the 4th.</p> <p>Denver limited Dallas to 42% shooting, including 28% from three-point range, with the Mavericks making just 9 threes. The Nuggets also sent Dallas to the line 22 times, where they made 14 free throws. Denver finished with 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 9:30 ET, the Timberwolves (-217) will host the Warriors (+182) in a Western Conference matchup. Minnesota is favored by 5.5 points and the over/under is set at 215.5.</p>

<p>Golden State (19-20) has lost two in a row and is 12th in the Western Conference. Minnesota (21-18) is 8th in the West and 5th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 123-111 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Warriors Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Warriors dropped to 19-20 on the season following a 104-101 road loss to the Raptors on Monday. Golden State, who entered the game as 5.5-point favorites, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in well under the 229.5-point line, with the teams combining for just 205 points.</p> <p>Golden State appeared to be in control after a 12-0 run stretched their lead from 41-36 to 53-36. However, they couldn’t hold on, as the Raptors outscored them 29-23 in the 4th quarter to complete the comeback.</p><p>The Warriors struggled offensively in their loss to the Raptors, shooting just 39.8% from the field. They connected on 16 threes, hitting 34.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Stephen Curry led the way with 26 points, 7 assists, and 7 rebounds, making 4 threes at 40%. Andrew Wiggins also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points, including 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors held the Raptors to 104 points but couldn't secure the win. Golden State gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter and 29 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the middle, allowing 24 in the 2nd and 23 in the 3rd.</p> <p>The Warriors limited Toronto to 12 made threes, even though the Raptors shot 41% from deep. Golden State also sent Toronto to the line 15 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Warriors recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Minnesota as Home Favorites</h3><p>On Monday, January 13th, the Timberwolves improved to 21-18 with a 120-106 win over the Wizards. Minnesota was favored by 14.5 points heading into the game but fell just short of covering the spread. The total score of 226 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>After leading 25-20 after the 1st quarter, Minnesota allowed Washington to win the 2nd and 3rd quarters by a point each. The Timberwolves took control in the 4th, going on an 11-0 run to extend the score from 93-89 to 100-93, and outscored the Wizards 38-27 in the final period.</p><p>Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to a win over the Wizards, scoring 41 points and hitting 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency. He was especially dominant in the 4th quarter, putting up 20 points. Overall, he shot 56% from the field and added 7 assists and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Julius Randle contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. The Timberwolves hit 14 threes as a team, shooting 37.8% from beyond the arc and 49.4% overall.</p><p>The Timberwolves held the Wizards to 106 points on Monday, with their best defensive effort coming in the 1st quarter, where they allowed just 20 points. They gave up 27 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters and 32 in the 3rd. Overall, Minnesota limited Washington to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Minnesota struggled to defend the three-point line, allowing the Wizards to hit 17 threes at a 42% clip. However, they sent Washington to the free-throw line only 15 times, where the Wizards made 9. The Timberwolves also recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (15-23) will host the Knicks (26-15) in a divisional matchup. New York is currently favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 219.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and can be seen on ESPN. The Knicks (-226) are 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division, while the 76ers (+188) are 11th in the East and 3rd in the Atlantic. Philadelphia has lost three straight games.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-128 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can New York Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 26-15 on the season after a 124-119 home loss to the Pistons on Monday. New York, favored by 8 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 243 points exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 18.5 points.</p> <p>After a rough start, trailing 37-26 after the 1st quarter, the Knicks bounced back with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring Detroit 37-22. However, a 10-0 run by the Pistons in the 3rd quarter put New York in a hole, and despite a 29-29 4th quarter, the Knicks couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 31-point, 11-assist performance wasn't enough for the Knicks in their 124-119 loss to the Pistons. Brunson shot 50% from the field and added 12 points in the 4th quarter. Mikal Bridges hit 6 threes at a 75% clip, finishing with 27 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 26 points and 12 rebounds, connecting on 4 threes. The Knicks made 15 threes as a team, shooting 40.5% from deep and 50% overall from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Knicks had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Pistons to 22 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 37 and 36 points, respectively, in a 124-119 loss. Overall, New York allowed Detroit to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Knicks also gave up 15 threes, with the Pistons hitting 44% from deep. Detroit went to the line 18 times, making 17 free throws. New York finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 11 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Are Philadelphia Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 15-23 on the season after a 118-102 home loss to the Thunder on Tuesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +16 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The over/under line was set at 214, and the teams combined for 220 points.</p> <p>Oklahoma City went on an early 11-0 run, extending the score from 12-9 to 20-12. Philadelphia responded by winning the 2nd quarter 22-21 and the 3rd quarter 38-29, closing the gap to 87-81. However, the Thunder took control again in the 4th, outscoring the 76ers 31-21 to seal the win.</p><p>In their 118-102 loss to the Thunder, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting 44% from the field and just 29.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes. Justin Edwards led the way with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, connecting on 4 threes at a 44.4% rate.</p> <p>Jeff Dowtin contributed 18 points, with 10 coming in the 3rd quarter, while Guerschon Yabusele added 17 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor and hitting 3 threes at 60%. Ricky Council also chipped in 7 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 37 points, but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 21. However, they couldn't maintain that momentum, allowing 29 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th, resulting in a 118-102 loss to the Thunder.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 55% from the field, though they limited the Thunder to 12 made threes on 33% shooting. The 76ers sent the Thunder to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Philadelphia also gave up 10 offensive rebounds while recording 10 steals and 1 block.</p>