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<p>Looking to win big? The Mustangs and Rainbow Warriors face off at 11:59 ET on None. The Rainbow Warriors are hosting the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 126.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -14 to win at home against Cal Poly.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal Poly Mustangs +14</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL POLY MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Even though we have Hawaii winning straight-up, we like Cal Poly at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mustangs Find a Way to Win in Honolulu?</h3><p>Cal Poly is coming off a 54-51 loss to Cal State Fullerton, and they have lost eight straight games overall. The Mustangs are 4-16 this season, including 0-8 in Big West play.</p>

<p>On the road, Cal Poly is just 1-10 this season, and they have lost their last eight games away from home. For the year, the Mustangs have an average scoring margin of -14.6 points per game on the road.</p><p>Cal Poly has an ATS record of 8-11 this season and they are 4-7 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last three road games, the Mustangs are 0-3 ATS and they have gone 1-2 vs. the spread as the underdog.</p><p>Cal Poly's over/under record for the season is 8-10-1, and the average scoring total in their games is 134.6. Today's over/under line of 126.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (134.5). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 123 points, and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 62.8 points per game, Cal Poly struggled in their previous game. Against Cal State Fullerton, the Mustangs scored 51 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 37.7%. Coming into the game, the Mustangs offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 30%. On average, they get up 17.6 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 12.6 made free-throws.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 72.2 points per game. The Cal Poly defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 54 points and allowed Cal State Fullerton to connect on 4 threes.</p><h3>Can the Rainbow Warriors Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>After a 78-61 loss to UC Santa Barbara, Hawaii is looking to snap a three-game losing streak. The Rainbow Warriors are 10-10 this season, including a 2-6 record in Big West play.</p>

<p>At home, Hawaii is 5-6 this season, and over their last 10 games at home, they are 4-6. For the season, the Rainbow Warriors have been the favorite in 12 of their 20 games, going 8-4 in those contests.</p><p>So far this season, Hawaii has an ATS record of 6-12. At home, their ATS mark is 3-8. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Rainbow Warriors have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 126.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Hawaii's games this season (139.9). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 70 points per game, Hawaii struggled in their previous game. Against UC Santa Barbara, the Rainbow Warriors scored 61 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 42.3%. Noel Coleman is leading the team in scoring at 13.2 points per contest. Bernardo Da Silva has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 10.8 going into the game.</p><p>This season, the Hawaii defense has been impressive, holding the 65th position in the country while permitting an average of 67.2 points per contest. Against UC Santa Barbara in their most recent game, the Hawaii defense gave up a total of 78 points while allowing UC Santa Barbara to hit 42% of their shots.</p>

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<p>The Phoenix and Jaguars are set to face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jaguars will host the game at Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN. The Phoenix come into this Horizon League conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 134 points.</p><h3>GREEN BAY PHOENIX VS IUPUI JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: IUPUI Jaguars +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Indiana Farmers Coliseum at 12:00 ET on Wednesday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IUPUI JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-71 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will IUPUI pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Green Bay Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>Green Bay is 9-8 overall this season, including a 4-2 record in Horizon League play. On the road, the Phoenix are just 3-7, and they have an average scoring margin of -8.4 points per game. In their last game, Green Bay lost to Oakland by a score of 79-73.</p>

<p>So far, Green Bay has been the favorite in three games, going 2-1 in those contests. For the season, the Phoenix have been the underdog 12 times, and they have a record of 5-7 in those games. Over their last 10 road games, Green Bay is 3-7, and they are 2-3 in their last five.</p><p>As the favorite, Green Bay has a solid ATS record of 2-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-4 this season and they are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 road games. Overall, the Phoenix have an ATS record of 10-5 this year.</p><p>For the season, the over/under record for Green Bay games is 7-8 and today's line of 134 is exactly in line with the average over/under line in their games. So far, 7 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points and the over/under record during this stretch is 2-1.</p><p>Green Bay finished with 73 points in their game against Oakland. This total surpasses their season-average of 66.7 points per game. For the season, the Green Bay offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 359th in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 45%.</p><p>At present, the Phoenix's defense is nationally ranked 61st, allowing 66.2 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.7 threes per game vs. IUPUI. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 29.6%.</p><h3>Can IUPUI Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>So far this season, IUPUI has been the underdog in 13 of their 17 games. They have gone 2-11 in those games, including their most recent loss to Youngstown State by a score of 75-65. At home this season, the Jaguars have gone 1-5, and over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 4-6.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, IUPUI has lost three games in a row, and their record overall is 5-12. As the underdog, they have gone 1-5, and their average scoring margin at home is -7.7 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, IUPUI has gone 4-9 vs. the spread this season and 2-1 ATS in their last three games as the underdog. At home, the Jaguars are 2-4 vs. the spread this year and 3-4 ATS in their last 10 home games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for IUPUI games is 6-7-1. The average scoring total in their games is 143.6, which is slightly lower than the average over/under line in their games of 142.8. Currently, their games have an average margin of 0.8 points compared to the over/under line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 147 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the IUPUI offense concluded with only 65 points against Youngstown State. Throughout the game, they made 8/18 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 46.3%. Offensively, the Jaguars hold a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, placing them 260th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 414th in terms of percentage and 377th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Facing Green Bay, IUPUI aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 77.5 points allowed per game (258th). On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.4 threes per game vs. Green Bay. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 35.7%.</p>

Green Bay Phoenix vs IUPUI Jaguars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/24

<p>The NBA betting action is back, as the 2021-22 season started with a couple of games on Tuesday, October 19. Wednesday’s card brings 11 interesting games around the league, so we have prepared the best Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons betting pick and odds.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Bulls head to Little Caesars Arena as 4-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>. The Pistons are +155 moneyline home dogs, while the totals are listed at 220.0 points.</p>



<h2>The new-look Bulls are here </h2>



<p>The Chicago Bulls went 31-41 last regular season and finished 11<sup>th</sup> in the Eastern Conference. They missed the playoffs for the fourth straight year, so the Bulls decided to make some big moves in the offseason.</p>



<p>Chicago acquired DeMar DeRozan on a three-year, $81.9 million deal via sign-and-trade, sending Thaddeus Young and Al-Farouq Aminu to San Antonio along with their 2025 first-rounder (top-10 protected). The Bulls also got Lonzo Ball from New Orleans in exchange for Tomas Satoransky, Garrett Temple, and their 2025 second-round pick.</p>



<p>Lauri Markkanen is no longer a Bull, so Chicago will lean heavily on Nikola Vucevic in the paint. The two-time All-Star averaged 21.5 points and 11.5 rebounds in 26 games with the Bulls last regular season. Of course, Zach LaVine remains the first scoring option after tallying 27.4 points a night on 50.7% shooting from the field and 41.9% from downtown in 2020-21.</p>



<h2>The Pistons lean on some young lions</h2>



<p>The Detroit Pistons will be one of the most interesting teams to watch in the East this term, but don’t expect much from Dwane Casey’s boys. Their win total is listed at 24.5 games, and the Pistons are massive +15000 underdogs to reach the 2022 NBA Finals.</p>



<p>Anyway, the Pistons will lean heavily on some very young and talented players. Everybody’s excited about the 2021 first overall pick, Cade Cunningham, who’s coming off an exceptional freshman year at Oklahoma State (20.1 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 3.5 APG). Keep your eyes on the second-year guard Killian Hayes and the second-year forwards Saddiq Bey and Isaiah Stewart as well.</p>



<p>Jerami Grant will remain the Pistons’ first scoring option after having a breakthrough 2020-21 season. The 27-year-old wing was averaging 22.3 points and 4.6 rebounds per game while making 35.0% of his 3-pointers. The Pistons went only 20-52 and finished dead last in the Eastern Conference.</p>



<h2>Trends:</h2>



<h3>Chicago:</h3>



<ul><li>5-2 ATS in the last seven games overall</li><li>6-0-1 ATS in the last seven games against Detroit</li></ul>



<h3>Detroit:</h3>



<ul><li>1-4 ATS in the last five home tilts against Chicago</li><li>0-5 ATS in the last five games overall</li><li>4-13-1 ATS in the last 18 games against the Central Division&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-chicago-bulls-vs-detroit-pistons-pick">Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Pick</h2>



<p>Chicago is 7-0 straight up and 6-0-1 ATS in its last seven meetings with Detroit, and I’m expecting the Bulls to extend their dominance over the Pistons. Last season, Chicago easily won both duels at Little Caesars Arena, 100-86 and 108-96.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Bulls looked sharp in the preseason, winning four straight games. With the right attitude, they shouldn’t have any problems beating the Pistons by five or more points in the opener. I hope the Bulls won’t underestimate their rivals, who’ll have strong support from the stands.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Chicago Bulls +4.0 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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<p>The under has hit in the last four encounters between the Bulls and Pistons. I will ride this betting trend, although the season opener is always a mystery. Still, the Pistons played at a slow pace this past regular season, averaging 97.9 possessions per 48 minutes, while the Bulls were recording 99.0 a night.</p>



<p>Also, both teams were in the bottom ten in the league when it comes to offensive efficiency. The Bulls should improve this time around, but the Pistons have a lot of young players who’ll need some time to get along with each other.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 220.0 points at -110</strong></p>

Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Odds, Pick, Prediction 10/20/21

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blackhawks versus the Oilers? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Oilers being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 10:00 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Blackhawks Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>After a 2-1 overtime loss to the Jets, the Blackhawks are now 0-1-1 this season. Chicago led 1-0 until 18:56 in the third period, when Mark Scheifele tied it for Winnipeg. Scheifele scored again just 38 seconds into overtime to seal the win for the Jets.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. As underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks failed to cover. Ryan Donato scored Chicago’s lone goal at 16:52 in the second period.</p><p>Ryan Donato netted his first goal of the season for the Blackhawks, scoring on his only shot on goal. Chicago fired 26 shots on goal but was limited to just one score in their 2-1 overtime loss to the Jets. The Blackhawks were held scoreless in the first and third periods, with Donato’s goal coming at 3:08 in the second period.</p> <p>Chicago struggled with giveaways, committing 9 in the game. The Blackhawks also failed to convert on any power play opportunities and did not score any shorthanded or empty-net goals.</p><p>Chicago's defense looked solid for much of the game, but they gave up a late goal to the Jets at 18:56 in the 3rd period, followed by another just 38 seconds into overtime. Arvid Söderblom made 33 saves with a 94.3% save percentage, and the defense added 3 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Oilers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Edmonton's season got off to a rough start with a 6-0 loss to the Jets. The Oilers were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score hit that number exactly, bringing Edmonton to 0-1-0 for the season.</p> 

<p>Defensively, the Oilers struggled from the beginning, allowing their first goal at 5:04 in the first period. Edmonton managed 30 shots on goal, but couldn’t find the net, while the Jets scored on 6 of their 20 shots.</p><p>In their 6-0 loss to the Jets, the Oilers fired 30 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net. They also recorded 8 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Edmonton was shut out through all three periods, including a scoreless second period where they took 15 of their 30 shots on goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers gave up the first goal at 14:56 in the first period and allowed another at 18:35. They conceded three more in the second and one in the third, leading to a 6-0 loss. Goalie Stuart Skinner made 8 saves with a 61.5% save percentage, while the defense recorded 7 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

The Vegas Golden Knights have the opportunity to eliminate the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday night. Anybody that watched Game 1 about a week ago would not have expected to see the Avs in this position, but the Golden Knights made some outstanding adjustments and have flustered and frustrated Colorado to the point where T-Mobile Arena will be a powder keg waiting to explode on June 10.

A loud crowd in support of the Knights will see their team take the ice as a favorite. The line is in the -130 range at <strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/">BetUS Sportsbook</a></strong>, but we are seeing some indications of some Colorado underdog money on the overnight lines. The total is once again set at 5.5.
<h2><strong><u>Colorado Avalanche</u></strong></h2>
The Avalanche have to be frustrated. They dominated Game 1 and then took down a very even Game 2 in overtime, but have not won a game since. Frankly, they didn’t deserve to win either game in Las Vegas, though they were in a position to do so with a 2-1 lead in the waning minutes of Game 3. Game 4 was a blowout. Game 5 felt like a turning point.

Colorado finally played well, though the guys that are expected to play well did not. It looked as though the Avalanche might be able to steal one despite some very pedestrian play from Nathan MacKinnon, Gabriel Landeskog, and Mikko Rantanen. Guys like JT Compher and Tyson Jost were creating the best scoring chances. That’s not what you want.

That’s what Vegas wants, though, and that’s what Vegas has done in this series. At 5-v-5, MacKinnon has scored twice, Landeskog and Rantanen each have one, but most of that offense came early in the series. MacKinnon had both 5-v-5 goals in the Game 1 blowout. Landeskog and Rantanen each had theirs in Game 1 as well. The Avs need more from their top line, otherwise this series will be over.

Philipp Grubauer also needs to play better. Grubauer was excellent in the first round and good at the start of this series, but since the third period of Game 3, he has struggled. He has a .917 SV%, but hasn’t made the key stops at the most important times and hasn’t been able to bail out the guys in front of him for their lackluster play in this series.
<h2><strong><u>Vegas Golden Knights</u></strong></h2>
The series really turned for Vegas in Game 3. They got back home and erased a 2-0 deficit to come away with the win. It got them back into the series and they also truly developed a blueprint for shutting down Colorado’s top line. It also felt like the Golden Knights managed to find a way to slow down the team speed for the Avs.

Minnesota was a good team, but not nearly as much of a skill-based offense as Colorado. Vegas has played a different brand of game since the Game 1 shellacking. They’ve forced the Avs to go 200 feet to generate offense and have really clogged up the neutral zone to create turnovers or, at the very least, have neutral game states in the defensive zone.

It takes a special team to be able to change game plans on the fly and Vegas has done that. They had 32 high-danger chances to just nine for Colorado in the two games at T-Mobile Arena. It was definitely an adjustment that worked. It wasn’t quite as effective in Game 5, as Colorado found a way to get going a little bit offensively, at least with the bottom lines, and doubled up Vegas in high-danger chances.

Fortunately, Marc-Andre Fleury played maybe his best game of the series at the right time. Fleury has allowed eight goals in 93 shots. It is a testament to how his teammates have played in front of him that he has only faced 93 shots over four games in the series against such a strong Colorado team, but he’s been big in net when he’s needed to be.
<h2><strong><u>Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Free Pick</u></strong></h2>
Colorado has to figure something out. Head coach Jared Bednar needs to find a more constructive way to use his team’s speed advantage, like some cross-corner dump-ins and additional pressure on the Vegas defense corps. That isn’t the style of game that Colorado wants to play, as they believe in puck possession and establishing the zone off the rush, but Vegas has mostly taken that away. We’ll see if Colorado can get pucks deep and play off the cycle or win races.

If Colorado does shift gears, this game, despite being an elimination game, could be a little bit more wide-open. This might be a good spot to take a look at the over 5.5, especially with Grubauer having a crisis of confidence.

<strong>Pick: Over 5.5</strong>

Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Game 6 Free Pick & Prediction - 06/10/21

<p>Betting on today's Pride and Seawolves game? Catch the action at Island FCU Arena in Stony Brook, NY, as the Seawolves hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Pride are favored in this Coastal Athletic Association conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142.5 points.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Island FCU Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-66 in favor of the Seawolves.</li><li>Not only will Stony Brook pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Pride Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>After a win over Hampton, Hofstra's record sits at 9-9, including a 2-3 mark in the Coastal Athletic Association. The Pride have gone 7-6 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Hofstra has gone 3-7, and they have lost their last six road games. For the season, they have been outscored by an average of 1.4 points per game on the road.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Hofstra has gone 5-7-1 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Pride have a mark of 3-6-1. On the road, Hofstra's ATS record is 4-6 this year and they are just 1-4 ATS in their last five road games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Hofstra games is 7-10. Today's over/under line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 147.8. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 146 points, which is higher than today's over/under line.</p><p>Hofstra recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 86 points against Hampton. This output exceeded their season average of 75.6 points per game. Tyler Thomas is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 22.3. Meanwhile, Darlinstone Dubar also brings a PPG average of 18.4 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Pride's defense is nationally ranked 149th, allowing 71.4 points per game. In their most recent game, the Hofstra defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Hampton knocked down 12 three-pointers on their way to 77 points.</p><h3>Can Stony Brook Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Stony Brook will be looking to bounce back from a 71-68 loss to Delaware in its last game. The Seawolves are 9-9 overall and 2-3 in Coastal Athletic Association play. They have gone 5-2 at home this season, and their average scoring margin at home is +5.6 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Stony Brook has gone 1-8 this season. So far, the Seawolves have been the underdog in nine of their 18 games. They are 7-1 when favored.</p><p>Stony Brook has been solid against the spread this season, going 11-5-1. At home, they have an ATS record of 5-1-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 4-5-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Stony Brook games is 10-7. So far, their games have averaged 143 points while the average over/under line is 140.1. Today's line of 142.5 is similar to the average point total in their last three games (132) and their games have finished with more points than today's line in seven of their last 10 contests.</p><p>In their recent game, the Seawolves' offense concluded with 68 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 70.7 points per contest. The top scorer for the Seawolves was Tyler Stephenson-Moore with 15 points, while Andre Snoddy also added 13 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Currently, the Seawolves' defense holds the 173rd rank in the nation, allowing 72.2 points per game. So far, the Stony Brook defense is giving up an average of 9.4 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.1 times per game (412nd).</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Stony Brook Seawolves Betting Pick & Prediction 1/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Magic and Kings game? Catch the action at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, CA, as the Kings hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on NBCS. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Kings as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 233 points.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Orlando Magic +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ORLANDO MAGIC:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-110 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with De'Aaron Fox points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Magic Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>Heading into today's matchup vs. the Kings, the Magic find themselves 4.5-point underdogs. If they are able to cover, it will also snap their two-game losing streak. Overall, Orlando is 19-14 and in 5th place in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>So far, Orlando has been slightly better at home compared to on the road. The Magic have gone 12-4 at home compared to 7-10 on the road. For both straight-up and ATS, Orlando has been the underdog in more games than they have been favored. They hold an average scoring margin of -2.4 points per game as the underdog.</p>

<p>Out of their 33 games, the Magic have been the underdog 21 times and have gone 13-8 against the spread in those games. Their average over/under line for the season has been 226.3 points, and their over/under record for the season is 16-17.</p>

<p>When looking at the Eastern Conference standings, the Magic are sitting in 2nd place in the Southeast Division. Against other teams in the East, Orlando has gone 14-9 compared to 5-5 in non-conference games.</p><p>In 60.6% of their games, the Magic offense has scored below their opponent's defensive average for the season. Overall, Orlando is 23rd in the league in scoring, averaging 112.9 points per game. Paolo Banchero led the Magic in scoring with 27 points against the Warriors, while Franz Wagner added 25.</p><p>So far, the Magic's defense is ranked 6th in the league at 111.0 points per contest. The Magic defense is coming off a game in which they held the Warriors offense to just 44.6% shooting. Overall, they gave up 121 points to Golden State.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>As the Kings get ready to host the Magic, they are favored by 4.5 points at home. If they are able to come through as the favorite, the Kings will snap a two-game losing streak.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Kings are sitting in 5th place and 2nd in the Pacific Division on a record of 19-13. Against other teams in the West, Sacramento has gone 15-11 compared to 4-2 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Kings have been the favorite in 25 of their 32 games and have gone 15-10 straight up in those games. However, they have struggled to cover the spread at home recently and have two straight losses. For the season, they are 8-9 ATS at home.</p>

<p>The over/under record for the Kings this season is 16-16, and the under has hit in three straight games. Today's line of 233 is slightly below their average over/under line of 235.5. In their previous games with lower over/under lines than 233, their OU record is 5-3.</p><p>In their last game, the Kings scored 104 points and shot 43.5% from the field. This is lower than their season average of 117.1 points per game. Inside the arc, the Kings have been efficient with a two-point field goal percentage of 56%. When it comes to pace, the Kings are 10th in the NBA with 99.9 possessions per game.</p><p>Currently, the Kings' defense holds the 21st rank in the NBA, allowing 116.6 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Kings squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 37.1% from downtown.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/24

<p>The Eagles and Bearcats are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bearcats will host the game at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati, OH. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cincinnati as the -28.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fifth Third Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Bearcats.</li><li>Even though we have Cincinnati winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Make it Happen in Cincinnati?</h3><p>Morehead State’s season opener didn’t go as planned, as they fell 93-45 to Louisville on Monday. The Eagles were +21.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, which was under the O/U line of 148.</p> <p>Morehead State struggled early, scoring just 14 points in the first half while allowing 41. They managed to put up 31 points in the second half, but their defense gave up 52 points after the break.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 45 points while shooting 23.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 26.9%, and they hit only 3 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>They managed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out just 4 assists as a team. Kasean Pryor contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field, while J'Vonne Hadley added 15 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Morehead State's defense struggled, giving up 93 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 60% on two-pointers, with 21 makes on 35 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense gave up 11 threes on 36 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws. Morehead State allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cincinnati as Home Favorites</h3><p>Cincinnati opened their season with a dominant 109-54 win over UAPB on Monday. The Bearcats, who were -36.5 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game hit 163, surpassing the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After leading 55-32 at halftime, Cincinnati continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring UAPB 54-22.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 109 points with a field goal percentage of 58.3% (42/72). They were equally effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24), and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%.</p> <p>The Bearcats also dominated on the boards, grabbing 17 offensive rebounds, and dished out 27 assists. Simas Lukosius led the way with 20 points on 8/10 shooting, while Dan Skillings Jr. added 17 points and 11 rebounds. Jizzle James contributed 10 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Even with Cincinnati's defense giving up 54 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 58% from the field, including 62% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, Cincinnati's opponent hit 12 of 24 threes, good for 50% shooting.</p> <p>Cincinnati also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 13 attempts, shooting 56%. On the boards, Cincinnati gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Morehead State Eagles vs Cincinnati Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>At 7:40 PM ET, the Twins and Royals will face off in an AL Central matchup. This one is being played at Target Field in Minneapolis, and the Twins are favored on the money line (-156). The money line odds for a Royals win are sitting at +132, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>BSKC will be televising Monday's game, and the Royals are 3rd in the AL Central with a record of 65-53. The Twins are currently on a two-game losing streak, and they are 2nd in the division at 65-52. Starting for the Twins is Pablo Lopez, while the Royals are going with Brady Singer.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TWINS VS KANSAS CITY ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Twins Moneyline -156</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 7:40 ET on Monday, August 12th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Royals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Cardinals, the Royals closed out the series with an 8-3 win. Leading up to thethe game, they were the slight favorite at -122 on the money line. It was a big 4th inning that really turned things in their favor, and the Cardinals could only score two runs, both of which came in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Michael Wacha put together a good start for the Royals, going seven innings and giving up just two earned runs, and picking up the win. Kansas City's offense was carried by Salvador Perez, who went 3/3 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Kansas City is on the road today vs. the Twins, and they are 4.0 games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. The Royals have gone 25-11 in divisional games this year, and they are 65-53 overall. Kansas City split their two-game series with the Cardinals and are 6-4 across their last ten games.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Royals have gone 38-23 this year, and they are 27-30 as the underdog. On the road, the Royals are 13-19 when the underdog. Their overall series record is 17-18-2, and they have won two straight series on the road.</p><p>When the Royals win, they win big, with an average run margin of 4.0 runs per game. They've been profitable on the run line this season, going 66-52, including a 35-22 mark as an underdog. They've been especially good on the run line at home, going 36-27, and have covered in two straight games as an underdog.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are on the road against the Minnesota Twins today. The over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Royals games this season is 8.8 runs. Their over/under record for the season is 53-62. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 11-10-2. The over has hit in 61.9% of their games this season, and they are currently on a streak of five consecutive overs.</p><p>Brady Singer will be looking to bounce back from his last outing, where he took the loss vs. the Red Sox. In that start, he gave up four earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Before that outing, Singer had won three straight starts and didn't give up a run in any of those appearances. His ERA for the season is 3.03, along with a record of 8-7. Singer has made 23 starts, 10 of which were quality starts. For the year, he has allowed 13 homers and is averaging 8.33 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>As a team, the Royals are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 9th in the league. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.3 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .254, which is 7th in the league, and are the top team in the MLB in terms of avoiding strikeouts. Kansas City's team on-base percentage and slugging percentage are both right around the league average.</p>

<p>Bobby Witt Jr. has been on a tear of late, going 10/30 in his last seven games with two homers and nine RBIs. For the season, he is batting .347 with 22 homers and 87 RBIs. Salvador Perez has also been a big power threat for the Royals, as he has 21 homers and 78 RBIs while batting .280.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>The Twins will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Guardians with a 5-3 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 6th inning before the Guardians scored four runs in the top of the 6th. Minnesota was the -118 favorite at home going into the game.</p>

<p>David Festa got the start for the Twins and took the loss. He only lasted 3 1/3 innings, giving up one earned run and issuing three walks. Byron Buxton had a big game at the plate, going 2/4 with two homers and three RBIs.</p><p>With a record of 65-52, the Twins are 2nd in the AL Central, trailing the Guardians by 3.5 games. The Twins lost the final two games of their series vs. the Guardians. So far, they have gone 26-16 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins are 34-23 this season, and they have gone 31-29 on the road. As the favorite, the Twins are 52-31 and 13-21 as the underdog. Minnesota's overall series record is 21-13-3 heading into today's game vs. the Royals.</p><p>The Twins have been a solid run line team this season, going 57-60 overall. They have been a better bet on the road (32-28) than at home (25-32). When they win, they do so by an average of 3.7 runs per game, but when they lose, it's by an average of -3.6 runs per game. They have failed to cover the run line in their last two home games and in their last two games overall when they were favored.</p><p>The Twins are at home today to face the Kansas City Royals. The over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. Minnesota has an over/under record of 60-53 this season, and their games have averaged 9.2 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, the Twins have gone 8-15-4 in those games. So far this season, 39.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 runs.</p><p>Pablo López gets the start for the Twins today and is coming off a rough outing vs. the Cubs, where he took the loss. In that start, he went five innings and gave up four earned runs, including two homers. Before that outing, López had picked up the win in two straight starts. He has a record of 10-8 this season and an ERA of 4.74. Opposing batters are hitting .240 off López this season. The right-hander has made 23 starts, and his ERA at home is 5.72 compared to 5.29 on the road.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Twins are 8th in the league in scoring at 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better at home, averaging 5 runs per contest. So far, they have the 9th ranked home run offense in the league and are batting .252 as a team, which is also 9th in the MLB. Minnesota's offense has been good at avoiding strikeouts, but they are just 17th in the league in walks.</p>

<p>Byron Buxton has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 5/14 in his last five games with two homers. For the season, he is batting .278 with 16 home runs, which is 2nd on the team. Catcher Ryan Jeffers leads the Twins with 53 RBIs, but he is batting just .228 for the year. Willi Castro is on a four-game hitting streak and is batting .250 in his last eight games.</p>

Kansas City Royals vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 8/12/24

The numbers that books throw out are not by any means random, and I'd like to break down some of the components that I look at when <strong>betting a total</strong>.

<strong>The Parks</strong>

Most parks are notorious for being a hitters' park or a pitchers' park, and there aren't many in between. Here is a list of the top five "over" parks in my book, and they happen to correlate to exactly the number of home runs hit in each park this season. What is also true is that not only is it THIS season, but this list doesn't vary from year-to-year by much at all.

The most:
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<td width="319"><strong>Park</strong></td>
<td width="319"><strong>HR'S/Game</strong></td>
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<td width="319">Great American/Res</td>
<td width="319">54</td>
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<td width="319">Yankee Stadium/Yankees</td>
<td width="319">53</td>
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<td width="319">Minute Maid/Astros</td>
<td width="319">52</td>
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<td width="319">Miller Park/Brewers</td>
<td width="319">48</td>
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<td width="319">Coors Field/Rockies</td>
<td width="319">47</td>
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Granted, it's early in the season and the amount of games played can vary a fair bit, but in the end these parks will all be there, perhaps in a different order.

<strong>The Starters</strong>

Yes of course, but it is much more than the name of the pitcher and what he's done against the opposing lineup. There is the last few games and in particular the pitch count. If a pitcher doesn't typically throw many 100+ pitch games and all of a sudden has two in a row, that's a problem for betting an under, or on his team, really. There are also pitchers that are much more prone to giving up fly balls as opposed to inducing ground balls, and of course that matters. In Yankee Stadium a ball to RF is a home run whereas in Kauffman Stadium (Kansas City) it might be a routine out.

<strong>The Bullpen</strong>

And it is more than just looking at the closer and the setup man. Yes, we know the Yankees have Betances and Chapman for the 8th and 9th innings. But, if they've been used two or three games in a row, they may be unavailable. Another reason to look at fading the Yankees in that case, especially with a starter that might not pitch more than six innings. So, <a href="http://dailybaseballdata.com/cgi-bin/bullpen.pl?lookback=7"><strong>bullpen usage is key</strong></a>.

<strong>The Weather</strong>

Of course. We need to know which way the wind is blowing and how hard. Most know that. But, the temperature is as important, if not more so. The higher the temperature and humidity the more carry the ball has. Of course in Colorado there is the thin air, which also makes the ball carry. <a href="https://weather.weatherbug.com/life/gameday/"><strong>Checkout Stadium Weather here</strong></a>.

<strong>Recent Hitting</strong>

As I have said before, streaks are important. It is simple and takes but a minute to go on <a href="http://www.espn.com/mlb/stats/batting"><strong>ESPN.com</strong></a> and sort hitting over "The Last 7 days", which I use all the time. It's an indicator as to what's happening right now, not last month or last year, which is typically what people remember about a team. You can also sort that same sheet by hitting with runners in scoring position, which is also key. Most games offer opportunities, and we need to know what teams are currently taking advantage of them. You don't have to be hitting .300 to score, just getting the timely hits will do it.

<strong>The Umpire</strong>

Whoever was at first base last night is going to be behind the plate tonight. Quite simple. And all umpires are not created equal. They all have their tendencies and many of them are pretty dramatic. Those numbers can also be sorted by NL or AL. And we can take that one step further. You may find an umpire that over the years had trended to the "over" but recently had a series of  "unders". Well, look at who has pitched and where. He could have called games with Kershaw and Sale, and in big parks. <a href="http://bangthebook.com/picks/umpires.php"><strong>Checkout the MLB Umpire Report Here</strong></a>!

And then of course there is the NUMBER. That matters, and that's for the next article.

Betting Baseball Totals Over/Under Strategies

<p>Planning on watching today's Billikens and Rams game? Catch the action at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. Saint Louis is favored by -2.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference contest against Rhode Island. The game's over/under currently sits at 155 points.</p><h3>SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 4:30 ET on Tuesday, March 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Billikens Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>After winning their last game against St. Bonaventure by a score of 73-65, the Saint Louis Billikens will look to build off that momentum as they head on the road to face the Rhode Island Rams. On the season, the Billikens have gone 12-19 overall, including a 5-13 mark in Atlantic 10 play.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Saint Louis has gone 5-3 this season, and they come into this game as 2.5-point favorites. On the road, the Billikens have gone 4-9, and their average scoring margin away from home is -6.9 points per game. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone just 3-7.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Saint Louis has gone just 2-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Billikens are 4-6 ATS. On the road this year, they have gone 7-6 vs. the spread and their last 3 road games have seen them go 2-1 ATS.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Saint Louis games is 17-12-1. The average scoring total in their games is 154.1 points, which is lower than the average over/under line of 149 points. Today's over/under line of 155 points is higher than the average scoring total in their games. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 168 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Saint Louis offense ended with 73 points against St. Bonaventure. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 46.6% and made 9 threes. Terrence Hargrove Jr. led the scoring for the Billikens, contributing 17 points. Additionally, Larry Hughes Jr. chipped in with 15 points.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Saint Louis is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 79.5 points per game (322nd). In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Saint Louis' defense has allowed opponents to shoot 45.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 36.7% this season.</p><h3>No Pressure for Rhode Island as Home Dogs</h3><p>At home this season, Rhode Island is 8-8, and they have gone 4-6 in their last 10 games at home. Over their last five games at home, they are winless. The Rams' average scoring margin at home is +0.2 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog this season, Rhode Island has gone 6-14, and they have been the underdog in 20 of their 31 games. Coming into this game, they have lost five straight at home.</p><p>As the underdog, Rhode Island has gone 8-12 vs. the spread this season. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Rams have a mark of 4-6 vs. the spread. At home, Rhode Island is 6-9-1 ATS this year and they are just 3-7 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games.</p><p>The over/under record for Rhode Island this season is 18-11 and the average over/under line in their games is 145.1. So far, 18 of their games have finished with less points than today's line of 155. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 137 points and their over/under record during that stretch is 1-2.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 72.6 points per game, the Rhode Island had a below average performance. They scored 58 points against Fordham and had a field goal percentage of 39.1%. For the season, the Rhode Island offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 45%. So far, they have hit 51% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 6.5 made three's per contest.</p><p>So far, the Rams' defense is ranked 282nd in the country at 76.4 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Fordham, the Rams finished with a field goal percentage of 27% and a total of 50 points vs. Rhode Island.</p>

Saint Louis Billikens vs Rhode Island Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 3/12/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
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<p>Thursday's forecast in Baltimore calls for clear skies and temperatures in the mid to upper 80s. First pitch from Oriole Park at Camden Yards is set for 6:35 PM ET. Nick Pivetta is starting for the Red Sox, and he is facing off against Zach Eflin. The Orioles are the slight favorite on the money line (-144), and they are 2nd in the AL East with a record of 71-50. Boston is 3rd in the AL East with a record of 63-56.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and MASN will be televising Thursday's AL matchup. The Orioles are 7-1 in their last eight games, while the Red Sox have won seven of their last ten.</p><h3>BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Orioles Moneyline -144</p><p>This game will be played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards at 6:35 ET on Thursday, August 15th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE RED SOX VS ORIOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Orioles winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Red Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Boston closed out their series vs. the Rangers with a 9-7 loss. Heading into the game, the Red Sox were the slight favorite at -137 on the money line. Things started off well for the Red Sox, as they got on the board with two runs in the 2nd inning but gave up the lead right away as the Rangers scored three times in the top of the 2nd.</p>

<p>Tanner Houck put together a good start for the Red Sox, going 6 2/3 innings and giving up just two earned runs, and striking out three. However, the Red Sox's bullpen couldnjson't close things out, and Boston took the loss. Wilyer Abreu had only one hit, but it was a home run, and Masataka Yoshida had a good day at the plate, going 3/4 with a run scored.</p><p>Boston is on the road today vs. the Orioles, and they are 7.5 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Overall, the Red Sox are 63-56 and have gone 14-13 against other teams in the AL East. The Red Sox took the series vs. the Rangers 2-1 and are 5-5 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Red Sox are 29-32 this season, and they have gone 34-24 on the road. As the road underdog, the Red Sox have put together a mark of 20-19 this season, and their overall series record is 20-13-5. Boston has won two straight series on the road.</p><p>When the Red Sox are on the road, they have a run line record of 33-25, with an average run margin of +0.9 runs per game. They have covered the run line in two straight games and are 34-26 against the run line as the underdog.</p><p>The Boston Red Sox are on the road today against the Baltimore Orioles. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is lower than their combined run average of 9.8 runs per game this season. The Red Sox have a 63-49 over/under record this year, and their games have averaged a line of 9 runs per game. When the line is set at 8.5 runs, the Red Sox have gone over the total 21 times and under 12 times. Their games have had an over/under line of 8.5 runs in 39.5% of their games this season.</p><p>Right-hander Nick Pivetta is starting for the Red Sox today as he faces the Orioles on the road. He has made 18 starts this season and has a record of 5-7 with an ERA of 4.44. Pivetta's WHIP for the season is currently 1.14. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Pivetta's ERA on the road is 5.18, compared to 6.22 at home. For the year, he has allowed 19 homers.</p>
<p>For the season, the Red Sox are averaging 5 runs per game, which is 4th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.3 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .261, which is 2nd in the MLB, and are also near the top of the league in slugging percentage and OPS. The Red Sox have been very good at putting the ball in play this season, as they have the league's best BABIP.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers has been the Red Sox's top power threat this season, as his 25 homers are 1st on the team and 11th in the league. He also leads the team with 72 RBIs. Jarren Duran is 2nd on the team in RBIs and is batting .290 for the season. Over his last eight games, Masataka Yoshida is hitting .333 with two homers.</p><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>The Orioles's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Nationals, closing out their series with a 4-1 win. After allowing one run to the Nationals in the top of the first, the Orioles responded with two runs of their own. Baltimore went on to add another two runs in the 7th inning.</p>

<p>Dean Kremer put together a good start for the Orioles, going six innings and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. Baltimore's bullpen closed things out with Seranthony Dominguez picking up the save.</p><p>Baltimore is 71-50 overall and trails the Yankees by just a half-game in the AL East. So far, they have gone 26-13 against other teams in the division. The Orioles will host the Red Sox today with an overall home record of 35-26, and they are 36-24 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, the Orioles have been good as the favorite, going 59-39, and they are 12-11 as the underdog. Baltimore's overall series record is 22-11-5, and they split their most recent series vs. the Nationals. Heading into today's game, they are 6-4 over their last 10.</p><p>When the Orioles win, they tend to do so by a comfortable margin, as their average run differential in victories is 3.8 runs per game. They have a run line record of 66-55 on the season, and have been a better bet on the run line on the road, where they are 36-24. They have a run line record of 30-31 at home, where they have a run differential of 0.5 runs per game.</p><p>The Baltimore Orioles are playing at home against the Boston Red Sox today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Orioles and their opponents have combined for an average of 9.3 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 67-44. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 19-14. Overall, 30.6% of their games this season have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher.</p><p>Zach Eflin is coming off a strong outing for the Orioles, as he didn't allow a run in seven innings of work vs. the Rays on August 9th. He gave up just four hits in that outing and issued one walk. Eflin has won each of his last three starts and has a record of 8-7 this season with a 3.83 ERA. Opponents are batting .257 off Eflin this season. The right-hander has made nine quality starts this year and is averaging 7.24 strikeouts per nine innings. Overall, he has given up 16 homers.</p>

<p>For the season, the Orioles are the top home run hitting team in the league and are averaging 5 runs per game, which is 3rd in the MLB. Overall, they are batting .256, which is the 4th best mark in the league. Baltimore is also at the top of the league in slugging percentage and isolated power.</p>

<p>Anthony Santander has struggled a bit over his last 10 games, batting just .195 with four home runs. However, he has gone deep 36 times this season, which is 3rd in the league. Gunnar Henderson has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 13/41 in his last 10 games. This has helped him move his season-long batting average to .288.</p>

Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles Betting Pick & Prediction 8/15/24

<p>The Catamounts and Warriors are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Warriors will host the game at Hammel Court in North Andover, MA. Vermont is the -6 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Merrimack College. The over/under for the game is set at 128 points.</p><h3>VERMONT CATAMOUNTS VS MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vermont Catamounts -6</p><p>This game will be played at Hammel Court at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VERMONT CATAMOUNTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Catamounts.</li><li>Not only will Vermont pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Vermont Shock Everyone at Hammel Court?</h3><h3>Vermont Catamounts Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Vermont faced a tough challenge on Wednesday, November 6th, as they went on the road to take on Auburn. The Catamounts were +17.5 point underdogs going into the game and ended up losing 94-43.</p> 

<p>Vermont trailed 46-21 at halftime and were outscored 48-22 in the second half. The total points for the game were 137, which was under the O/U line of 143.</p><p>Vermont's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 43 points on 25.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 31%, and they hit only 21.7% of their threes, going 5-for-23 from beyond the arc. Inside the arc, they connected on just 28.6% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Catamounts managed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 6 assists. At the free-throw line, they shot 72.7%, making 8 of 11 attempts.</p><p>Vermont's defense struggled, giving up 94 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 36 made baskets on 64 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Vermont's opponents hit 16 of 35 shots, good for 45%. They also sent them to the line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Can Merrimack College Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>Merrimack College Warriors Records</h3> 

<p>Last season, Merrimack finished with a 19-12 overall record, including a 15-4 mark in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference play. At home, they posted a 10-3 record, winning by an average of 7.5 points per game. On the road, they went 9-9, with an average scoring margin of +0.1 points per game.</p> 

<p>The Warriors were 18-12 against the spread, with an 11-6 record on the road. As the favorite, they went 17-6 straight-up, but were 10-12 ATS. When listed as the underdog, they were 8-0 ATS. Their games averaged 132.4 points, and they had a 12-19 over/under record, with an average O/U line of 134.5 points.</p><h3>Merrimack College Warriors Offense Stats</h3>

<p>The Warriors averaged 69.2 points per game last season, ranking 260th in possessions per game (64.8). Their field goal percentage was 43% (263rd), with an effective field goal percentage of 50% (243rd). Merrimack was 108th in two-point percentage at 53% but struggled from beyond the arc, making 30% of their attempts, ranking 362nd. They made 7.3 threes per game (202nd) on 23.6 attempts (109th). The Warriors also averaged 13.7 free throws made per game, placing 187th.</p>

<h3>Merrimack College Warriors Top Returning Offensive Players</h3>

<p>Adam Clark, a guard, returns after averaging 13.4 points, 3.9 assists, and 2.5 rebounds in 33 games last season. Devon Savage, another guard, also played in 33 games, contributing 10.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per game.</p><p>Last season, Merrimack College was one of the top defensive teams in the nation, allowing just 65.4 points per game, which ranked 21st in the country. They were also strong at defending the three-point line, holding opponents to 29.8% shooting, placing them 87th nationally. Merrimack allowed 17.1 free throws per game, ranking 115th in that category.</p> <p>The Warriors were aggressive defensively, averaging 9.8 steals per game, which ranked 9th in the country. They also averaged 3.7 blocked shots per game, placing them 131st nationally.</p>

Vermont Catamounts vs Merrimack College Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Skyhawks and Golden Eagles game? Catch the action at Hooper Eblen Center in Cookeville, TN, as the Golden Eagles hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Skyhawks are the favored team in this Ohio Valley conference contest against the Golden Eagles. The game's over/under currently sits at 159 points.</p><h3>UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hooper Eblen Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UT Martin Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Heading into their 15th game of the season, UT Martin has a record of 8-6. On the road, the Skyhawks are 3-5, and at home they are 1-1. As of today's game, UT Martin has a 5-5 ATS record. In their last ten games, UT Martin has gone 3-0 vs. the spread.</p><p>In 14 games, UT Martin comes in with an over/under mark of 7-3-0, with their games averaging 167.1 points per game. When assessing the Skyhawks' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 2-0, with their games averaging 168 points per game.</p><p>UT Martin is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 91 points versus Tennessee State. This output is higher than their season-average of 85.5 points per game. Issa Muhammad was the leading scorer for the Skyhawks, putting up 23 points. In addition, Jacob Crews contributed 19 points.</p><p>Looking at the UT Martin defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 80.8 points per game (269th). UT Martin will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Tennessee State to just 38% shooting in their most recent game.</p><h3>Will Tennessee Tech Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>This will be the 15th game of the season for Tennessee Tech, who currently has a 5-9 record. In their previous five home games, including one from last year, Tennessee Tech has a 3-2 record. As Tennessee Tech faces UT Martin, their ATS record stands at 6-5. In their previous five games, the team has a 2-2 record vs. the spread.</p><p>So far, Tennessee Tech's games have averaged 143.6 points per game with the average over/under line being 142.7 points. Looking at the Golden Eagles' last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 with their games averaging 141 points per game.</p><p>The Tennessee Tech offense is coming off a game where they scored 75 points against Little Rock. They posted a field goal percentage of 48.2% and connected on 4 threes. Josiah Davis was the leading scorer for the Golden Eagles, putting up 20 points. In addition, David Early contributed 15 points.</p><p>At present, the Golden Eagles' defense is nationally ranked 239th, allowing 77.2 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.6 threes per game vs. UT Martin. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 28.3%.</p>

UT Martin Skyhawks vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

<p>The Flyers and Panthers are set to face off at 6:00 ET on NBCS. The Panthers will host the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Panthers are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Flyers.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Flyers winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Flyers on the moneyline (+217)</li><li>The Flyers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Flyers Pull Off a Win at Sunrise?</h3><p>With a 3-0 loss to the Bruins, the Flyers fell to 5-8-1 this season. Philadelphia entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.</p>

<p>The Bruins scored in each period, with their final goal coming with 3:39 left in the third. The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal and failing to score.</p><p>The Flyers were shut out in their 3-0 loss to the Bruins, managing 20 shots on goal but failing to find the back of the net. They also recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia went scoreless in all three periods, with none of their players registering a goal or an assist.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. A third goal was scored at 16:21 in the third, but it was an empty-netter. Goalie Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage. The Flyers' defense also had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida improved to 10-3-1 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with both teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>Four different Panthers scored in the game, with Sam Reinhart’s empty-net goal sealing the win. Florida led 2-0 before the Stars tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal in the third period put the Panthers back on top for good.</p><p>Carolina’s offense was led by A.J. Greer, who netted his first goal of the season, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th with an empty-netter. Matthew Tkachuk scored earlier in the second period, his third goal of the season, and Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring for the Panthers.</p> <p>Carolina took 25 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. The Panthers recorded 16 giveaways and finished with 6 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to build on their last performance, where they allowed only two goals to Dallas. Spencer Knight recorded 23 saves with a 92% save percentage. The Panthers' defense also contributed 8 takeaways, 22 hits, and 16 blocks. After giving up two goals in the 2nd period, they held the Stars scoreless in the 3rd.</p>

Philadelphia Flyers vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pioneers and Cardinal. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ACC, and it's hosted by the Cardinal at Maples Pavilion in Stanford, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 147.5 points, with Stanford being favored by -18 over Denver.</p><h3>DENVER PIONEERS VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Pioneers +18</p><p>This game will be played at Maples Pavilion at 4:00 ET on Monday, November 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Cardinal.</li><li>Even though we have Stanford winning straight-up, we like Denver at +18.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Pioneers Secure a Win at Stanford?</h3><h3>Denver Pioneers Records</h3> 

<p>Denver finished last season with a 13-17 overall record, going 8-11 in Summit League play. At home, the Pioneers were 6-4, with an average scoring margin of +2.6 points per game. On the road, they posted a 7-13 record, losing by an average of 5.2 points per game.</p> 

<p>Against the spread, Denver went 14-15, with a 9-10 mark in road games. They were 7-5 straight-up when favored and 5-7 ATS. As underdogs, they went 6-12 straight-up but managed a 9-8 ATS record. Their games averaged 161.6 points, and they had a 19-10-1 O/U record, with their average O/U line set at 155.5 points.</p><p>Denver averaged 81 points per game last season, ranking 66th in possessions per game with 66.2. They shot 45% from the field, placing 179th, with an effective field goal percentage of 52%, ranking 139th. The Pioneers made 8.6 threes per game, ranking 66th, and attempted 24.9, ranking 59th, with a 34% success rate, placing 151st. They were 27th in free throws made per game, averaging 16.7.</p> 

<p>Top returning players include DeAndre Craig, who averaged 6.6 points, 2.5 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per game, and Pedro Lopez-Sanvicente, who averaged 6.4 points, 1.1 assists, and 3.7 rebounds. Both played in 34 games last season.</p><p>Last season, Denver struggled defensively, allowing 80.5 points per game, which ranked 332nd in the nation. Opponents shot 33.4% from beyond the arc against them, placing the Pioneers 295th in 3-point defense. Denver was better at limiting free throws, allowing 17.5 per game, ranking 133rd nationally.</p> <p>Denver averaged 6.2 steals per game, ranking 218th, and they were 104th in blocked shots, with 3.9 per game.</p><h3>Can Stanford Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Records</h3> 

<p>Stanford finished last season with a 14-17 overall record, including a 9-13 mark in conference play. At home, they posted a 9-8 record, with an average scoring margin of +3.6 points per game. On the road, they went 5-9, losing by an average of 4.4 points per game.</p> 

<p>Against the spread, Stanford was 15-15, and they went 7-6 ATS on the road. As the favorite, they were 10-7 straight-up and 8-9 ATS. As the underdog, they were 4-10 straight-up but 7-6 ATS. Their games averaged 152.5 points, and their over/under record was 17-14, with an average line of 150.2 points.</p><p>Stanford averaged 76.3 points per game last season, ranking 14th in possessions per game with 70.1. They shot 46% from the field, placing 93rd, and had an effective field goal percentage of 54%, good for 67th. The Cardinal made 8.9 three-pointers per game, ranking 45th, and shot 36% from beyond the arc, placing 62nd. They attempted 24.2 threes per game, ranking 84th. Stanford struggled at the free-throw line, making 12.3 per game, which ranked 286th.</p> <p>Returning for Stanford are forwards Maxime Raynaud and Chisom Okpara. Raynaud averaged 15.5 points and 9.6 rebounds per game last season, while Okpara averaged 16.5 points and 5 rebounds. Both players also averaged 2 assists per game.</p><p>Stanford struggled defensively last season, allowing 76.5 points per game, which ranked 282nd in the country. Opponents shot 35.3% from beyond the arc against the Cardinal, placing them 396th in 3-point defense.</p> <p>Stanford was better at limiting free throws, allowing 16.0 per game, ranking 68th nationally. They averaged 5.5 steals per game (308th) and 3.1 blocks per game (223rd).</p>

Denver Pioneers vs Stanford Cardinal NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/4/24

<p>The Golden Bears and Sun Devils are set to face off at 3:00 ET on PACN. The Sun Devils will host the game at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe, AZ. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 146.5 points, and Arizona State is favored by -3 to win at home against California.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS VS ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona State Sun Devils -3</p><p>This game will be played at Desert Financial Arena at 3:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Sun Devils.</li><li>Not only will Arizona State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does California Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>California has struggled on the road this season, going 1-7 with an average scoring margin of -7.6 points per game. They are currently on a two-game losing streak away from home.</p>

<p>Overall, the Golden Bears are 8-13, including a 4-6 record in Pac-12 play. They are 4-9 when listed as the underdog this season.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Cal has an ATS record of 9-4 and they have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in their last 3 games as the underdog. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-3 this year and they have gone 6-4 vs. the spread in their last 10 road games. Overall, Cal's ATS record for the season is 10-10-1.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for California games is 13-8. So far, the average scoring total in their games is 152 points, which is slightly higher than today's over/under line of 146.5. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and in their last five games, the average scoring total is 151 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 75 points per game, the California had a below average performance. They scored 65 points against Arizona and had a field goal percentage of 37.1%. Offensively, the Golden Bears have a season long field goal percentage of 42%, which is 304th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 232nd in percentage and 85th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Golden Bears' defense is ranked 266th in the country at 77.0 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, California's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 45.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 35.7% this season.</p><h3>Do the Sun Devils Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Arizona State enters this game with a record of 11-10 and a three-game losing streak. In Pac-12 play, the Sun Devils are 5-5, compared to their non-conference record of 6-5. At home, Arizona State is 9-4 this season, and over their last 10 games at home, they are 7-3.</p>

<p>Overall, the Sun Devils have been favored in 11 games, going 7-4 in those matchups. In their last game, Arizona State lost to Stanford by a score of 71-62. This season, their average scoring margin at home is +2.2 points per game.</p><p>Arizona State's ATS record this season is 8-13, including a home mark of 6-7. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Sun Devils have gone 4-6 vs. the spread. In their last three home games, Arizona State is 1-2 ATS.</p><p>Arizona State's over/under record for the season is 10-11 and the average scoring total in their games is 140.6. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (142.8). So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 142 points.</p><p>The Arizona State offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 62 points versus Stanford. During the game, they attempted 32 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 38.3%. In terms of offense, the Sun Devils have a season-long field goal percentage of 41%, putting them 357th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 378th in percentage and 249th in three-pointers made.</p><p>On defense, Arizona State is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.5 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Arizona State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.1% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.9% this season.</p>

California Golden Bears vs Arizona State Sun Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Cornhuskers game? Catch the action at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE, as the Cornhuskers hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on B1G+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Nebraska as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bethune-Cookman Wildcats +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Even though we have Nebraska winning straight-up, we like Bethune-Cookman at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Bethune-Cookman Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Bethune-Cookman faced a tough challenge on Tuesday, November 5th, as they went on the road to take on Texas Tech. Entering the game as +32 point underdogs, the Wildcats not only lost 94-61 but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>The Wildcats found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 50-28 at halftime. They managed to score 33 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44 points, making it difficult to mount any sort of comeback.</p><p>Kerwin Walton's 21 points and 7 made threes at 58.3% shooting from deep were a bright spot for Bethune-Cookman in their last game. The Wildcats shot 41.7% from the field, with a 46.7% effective field goal percentage, and connected on 37.5% of their threes, going 6-for-16 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>JT Toppin and Darrion Williams both contributed 19 points, with Williams adding 6 assists. The Wildcats struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 5 of 10 attempts, and managed only 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Bethune-Cookman struggled defensively, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 57% from the field. They had trouble containing both inside and outside scoring, with their opponent hitting 60% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Wildcats also allowed 16 threes on 53% shooting from beyond the arc. They sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they made 6 free throws. Bethune-Cookman gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Nebraska?</h3><p>Nebraska opened their season with an 87-67 win over Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Monday. The Cornhuskers were -23.5 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Nebraska led 42-36 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 45. The total points for the game reached 154, going over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Nebraska put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.4%. They were strong inside, hitting 57.9% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 27 points, while Rollie Worster added 18, shooting 85.7% from the field. Nebraska also got 13 points from Connor Essegian, who hit 3 of 4 threes, and Tommy Gankhuyag, who also went 3 for 4 from deep.</p><p>Despite Nebraska's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 67 points. The Cornhuskers allowed 49% shooting from the field, with 28 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 22 two-point field goals on 38 attempts, a 57% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent shot 31%, hitting 6 of 19 attempts. Nebraska also sent them to the line 35 times, where they made 25 free throws, converting at a 71% rate. The Cornhuskers allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Betting on today's Bearkats and Texans game? Catch the action at Wisdom Gym in Stephenville, TX, as the Texans hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Sam Houston is favored by -6 in this non-conference contest against Tarleton State. The game's over/under currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS TARLETON STATE TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats -6</p><p>This game will be played at Wisdom Gym at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-69 in favor of the Bearkats.</li><li>Not only will Sam Houston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Sam Houston Pull Off A Win at Wisdom Gym?</h3><p>Sam Houston fell to Nevada 91-75 on Monday, November 4th. The Bearkats were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 166, going over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p> <p>After trailing 37-34 at halftime, Sam Houston allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41 of their own. The Bearkats will need to tighten up defensively in future games to improve their chances of pulling off upsets.</p><p>Kobe Sanders and Nick Davidson led the way for Sam Houston in their last game, with Sanders putting up 27 points and 6 rebounds, while Davidson added 26 points and 10 boards. Sanders shot 64.3% from the field, and Davidson was even better, hitting 80% of his shots.</p> <p>As a team, the Bearkats hit 42.1% of their field goals, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-25 from deep, and were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 81% of their attempts. They also dished out 15 assists, with Tré Coleman leading the way with 8.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sam Houston's opponents shot 45%, making 10 of 22 three-point attempts. The Bearkats also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they converted 21 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Texans Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Tarleton State Texans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tarleton State faced a tough road game against SMU on Monday, November 4th, losing 96-62. Entering the game as +14.5 point underdogs, the Texans not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 51-28 at halftime, Tarleton State scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The total points for the game reached 158, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Tarleton State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.7% from the field and 33.3% on two-point attempts. However, they connected on 46.2% of their threes, going 6-for-13 from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit 83.3% of their free throws, making 20 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Boopie Miller and Bubu Benjamin each scored 21 points, with Miller adding 7 assists. Kario Oquendo and Chuck Harris both contributed 16 points, with Harris shooting 62.5% from the field. B.J. Edwards hit 66.7% of his threes, and Keon Ambrose-Hylton led the team with a 71.4% shooting performance.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Tarleton State couldn’t slow down their opponent, giving up 96 points on 54% shooting. The Texans allowed 62% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponent hitting 23 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Tarleton State’s defense gave up 11 threes on 26 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 77%. The Texans allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Sam Houston Bearkats vs Tarleton State Texans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bison and Mountain Hawks. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Mountain Hawks at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, PA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 140 points, and the Mountain Hawks are favored to win at home against the Bison.</p><h3>BUCKNELL BISON VS LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bucknell Bison +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stabler Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUCKNELL BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Mountain Hawks.</li><li>Even though we have Lehigh winning straight-up, we like Bucknell at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bison Defense Show Up in Bethlehem?</h3><p>So far this season, Bucknell has been an underdog in 13 of their 15 games, and they have gone 2-11 in those contests. On the road, the Bison are 2-6, and their average scoring margin is -11.1 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, Bucknell lost to American by a score of 71-63. Over their last 10 games on the road, the Bison have gone 2-8, and their record this season is 4-11.</p><p>So far this season, Bucknell has an ATS record of 7-8. On the road, their ATS mark is 4-4. As the underdog, the Bison are 5-8 vs. the spread. In their last 10 games as the underdog, Bucknell has gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Bucknell is 6-8-1. The average scoring total in their games is 133.4, which is lower than the average over/under line of 135.2. Today's over/under line of 140 is higher than the average scoring total in their last three games of 128 and the average scoring total in their last five games of 127. On the year, 11 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line.</p><p>The Bison's offense finished with 63 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 62.5 points per contest. For the season, the Bucknell offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 339th in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 42%.</p><p>So far, the Bison's defense is ranked 139th in the country at 70.9 points per contest. The Bucknell defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 71 points and allowed American to connect on 10 threes.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Lehigh?</h3><p>Lehigh has struggled this season, going just 4-9 overall and 1-1 in the Patriot League. They have been even worse on the road, going 2-7 compared to 0-2 at home.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Mountain Hawks are 1-2 this season, and they are 1-7 as the underdog. For the year, their average scoring margin is -7.2 points per game.</p><p>Lehigh's ATS record this season is 7-4, but they are just 1-2 vs. the spread when favored this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Mountain Hawks have gone 5-5.</p><p>Lehigh's over/under record this season is 5-6 and today's line of 140 is lower than their average over/under line of 147.2. So far, 10 of their games have had higher over/under lines than 140. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 142 points compared to their season average of 150.2 points per game. Currently, their over/under record for their last three games is 1-2.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Lehigh offense tallied 88 points in a matchup against Loyola Maryland. Their field goal percentage for the game was 59.6%, and they made 6 threes. The team's scoring leader is Keith Higgins Jr, who holds an average of 15.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Tyler Whitney-Sidney is averaging 14.7 points per game this season.</p><p>Lehigh's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 73.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Lehigh's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.4% this season.</p>

Bucknell Bison vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-158) will host the Phoenix Suns (+133) in a Western Conference matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 3 points and the over/under is set at 230.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas and will be televised on ESPN. The Suns come into this game with a record of 7-1, while the Mavericks are 5-3.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -3</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 123-118 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Suns?</h3><p>The Suns improved to 7-1 on the season with a 115-112 win over the Heat on Wednesday. Playing at home, Phoenix came into the game as -5.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 227 points went over the pre-game line of 222.5.</p> <p>After trailing 87-84 going into the 4th quarter, the Suns outscored Miami 31-25 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Kevin Durant's 32 points and 8 rebounds led the Suns to a win over the Heat, with 12 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter and another 11 in the 4th. Devin Booker added 22 points and 9 assists, while Jusuf Nurkic contributed 20 points and 18 rebounds, going 3-for-3 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Phoenix hit 18 threes at a 41.9% clip, with a 50% overall shooting percentage. Durant connected on 4 threes, despite shooting just 36.4% from deep, while Booker made 2 threes at 28.6%.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns gave up 112 points to the Heat but held them to 25 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Phoenix allowed 33 points in the 2nd and 29 in the 3rd. Overall, the Heat shot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 13 threes on 38% shooting. Miami also went 19/20 from the free-throw line. The Suns finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Dallas Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 5-3 on the season with a 119-99 win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Dallas, playing at home, covered the -10.5 point spread, while the game’s total of 218 points fell short of the 236.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 17-0 run early in the game helped the Mavericks take control, turning a 9-6 deficit into a 23-9 lead. They led 88-68 going into the 4th quarter, and both teams scored 31 points in the final period.</p><p>Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 27 points and 13 assists in their win over the Bulls, shooting 42.1% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Daniel Gafford and Kyrie Irving both added 17 points, with Gafford shooting 77.8% and Irving hitting 63.6% of his shots.</p> <p>Dallas made 12 threes at 31.6%, shooting 48.4% overall. Irving scored 15 of his 17 points in the 1st quarter, while Jaden Hardy added all 11 of his points in the 4th.</p><p>The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Wednesday, holding the Bulls to 99 points. Dallas was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they limited Chicago to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks held the Bulls to 28% shooting, with Chicago making just 12 threes. Dallas also recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

The DraftKings salary board is truly something for this week’s John Deere Classic. The field is extremely weak, with only 13 players that have a spot in next week’s Open Championship at Royal Portrush and only four of the top 30 in the FedEx Cup standings. That’s how you get Viktor Hovland and Collin Morikawa as the most expensive players, with Matthew Wolff, Joaquin Niemann, and Kevin Streelman as the others in the $10,000 price group.

This will be quite a week in golf DFS, that’s for sure. A lot of the top players are playing the Scottish Open to get ready for The Open Championship, so we’re going to have to dig really, really deep to find some good candidates that qualify as value picks.

Salaries are from DraftKings.

<strong>Pat Perez ($7,500) – </strong>Even though TPC Deere Run is a par 71 coming in at well over 7,200 yards, big hitters have rarely dotted the leaderboard. Guys like Jordan Spieth, Zach Johnson, and Steve Stricker have prevailed here. Why not a guy like Pat Perez? Perez ranks 169th in driving distance, which is anything but nice, but he makes up for it by being in the top 20 in SG: Putting. He’s also top 25 in SG: Around the Green. He’s 69th in driving accuracy, which is pretty nice. If you hit it straight, play from the short grass, and make putts, you can contend at TPC Deere Run. It’s the long hitters that go into the woods or the guys that three-putt a GIR that struggle here. Perez looks like a solid play this week at a very, very reasonable price.

<strong>Sam Ryder ($7,500) – </strong>Another $7,500 price tag makes the list this week with Sam Ryder. Ryder was second here last year and has made three of his last four cuts this season. He hasn’t finished higher than 34th, but he was dealing with an injury earlier in the season. When Ryder has been out there, he’s posted some pretty decent stats, as he ranks in the top 50 in par 4 scoring, par 5 scoring, SG: Approach, SG: Putting, Birdie or Better, and Bogey Avoidance. He’s in the top 100 in driving distance and the top 80 in driving accuracy. In a field with a lot of inconsistent players, Ryder’s stats suggest more consistency than we’ve seen from him in recent weeks and he’s a pretty good play here as far as I’m concerned.

<strong>Sepp Straka ($7,300) – </strong>Speaking of consistency, Sepp Straka hasn’t had a lot of it. But, he’s a guy that has a lot of talent and we’ve seen players like that make a push up the standings here in recent weeks or get more notoriety in their first or second years. Straka is a big hitter, one of the biggest in this tournament, as he ranks 36th in driving distance. He’s just outside the top 100 in accuracy, but a lot of guys are far worse than him in that department. Straka has had problems putting, but he’s 65th in SG: Tee to Green and 46th in SG: Off the Tee. He’s 41st in SG: Approach. These greens are gettable, so hopefully he’ll give himself some makeable birdie putts this week and maybe have a few eagle cracks with that length.

<strong>Johnson Wagner ($7,200) – </strong>A punt with potential this week is Johnson Wagner. Wagner has only made nine of 14 cuts this season, but he played well last week in the 3M Open. Wagner played four rounds under 60 and ranked top 10 in SG: Putting. He’s got three top-25 finishes this year and he has played exceptionally well at TPC Deere Run in the past. Wagner was 16th last year after a missed cut in 2017. From 2014-16, Wagner was seventh, fifth, and fifth. Wagner hasn’t won an event since 2012, but his career wins are at Mayakoba and the Sony Open in Hawaii. Those are events that older guys that don’t hit the ball all that far can win. Wagner is 33rd in driving accuracy and 23rd in SG: Putting this season. That’s a good way to be in the hunt at the John Deere and I’d fully expect him to be up there this week.

<strong>Luke Donald ($7,000) – </strong>Look, I know what you must be saying. Luke Donald has not played well this season at all. The former No. 1’s best days are very much in the past. But, let’s look at the situation here. There is a ton at stake for Donald. If he can somehow be the highest top-five finisher without a berth in The Open Championship, he would get one. He also ranks 181st in FedEx Cup points. He missed the FedEx Cup Playoffs last season. He really needs a big effort in this event. It would be a surprise to see him play the alternate events that are coming up, but he doesn’t have an invite to Royal Portrush and isn’t in the WGC-FedEx St. Jude either. This is the type of course for an old man like Donald to make a run. That’s not to say that he will, but simply to say that turning back the clock might not be as hard as it seems. He hasn’t played this event in at least the last 10 years, so it’s pretty clear how serious he is.

Free DFS Golf Picks: The 2019 John Deere Classic

<p>Looking to win big? The Wolf Pack and Aggies face off at 9:00 ET on MWN. The Aggies are hosting the game at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum in Logan, UT. The over/under for this Mountain West conference contest is set at 149 points, with Utah State being favored by -6 at home against Nevada.</p><h3>NEVADA WOLF PACK VS UTAH STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah State Aggies -6</p><p>This game will be played at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, February 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH STATE AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will Utah State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Wolf Pack Have What it Takes in Logan?</h3><p>So far this season, Nevada has been much better at home than on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +18.6 points per game compared to just +0.3 on the road. In fact, they have lost their last three road games.</p>

<p>This season, Nevada has been the underdog in four games, going 2-2 in those contests. Overall, they are 17-5, including a 4-4 record in Mountain West Conference games. In their most recent game, they defeated San Jose State by a score of 90-60.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Nevada has gone 2-2 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Wolf Pack are 4-6 ATS. On the road this year, Nevada has an ATS mark of 6-4 and their ATS record over their last 3 road games is 0-3.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Nevada is 9-13 and today's line of 149 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (143.6). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 145 points.</p><p>Nevada recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 90 points against San Jose State. This output exceeded their season average of 76.5 points per game. Jarod Lucas is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 17.3 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Kenan Blackshear brings a PPG average of 15.5 into the game.</p><p>So far this season, the Nevada defense has been performing well, ranking 50th in the country at 66.3 points allowed per contest. Nevada's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the San Jose State offense to knock down 48% of their shots on their way to putting up 60 points.</p><h3>Can the Aggies Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Utah State is 10-0 at home this season, and they are 16-0 when favored. They are favored by six points against Nevada, and their average scoring margin at home is +15.6.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games at home, the Aggies are 10-0, and they are coming off an 81-67 loss to San Diego State. So far, they have an overall record of 19-3.</p><p>Utah State has been a solid team against the spread this season, going 12-7. At home, they have an ATS record of 7-3 and they have gone 3-0 vs. the spread in their last three home games. As the favorite, the Aggies have a record of 11-5 vs. the spread this year and they have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games as the favorite.</p><p>Utah State's over/under record for the season is 12-7 and their games have averaged 149.8 points. Today's over/under line of 149 is similar to their average OU line of 144.4. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average of 154 points scored.</p><p>In their latest game, Utah State offense put up 67 points against San Diego State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 41% and made 6 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Great Osobor who comes into today's matchup averaging 19. Ian Martinez also heads into the game with a PPG average of 13.7.</p><p>Currently, the Aggies' defense holds the 94th rank in the nation, allowing 69.0 points per game. In their most recent game, the Utah State defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as San Diego State knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 81 points.</p>

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