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<p>Betting on today's Saints and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Cornell as the -12.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SIENA SAINTS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 4:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Siena at +12.5.</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>Will the Saints Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Siena Saints Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Siena dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Holy Cross on Friday, December 20th. The Saints, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-23 at halftime, Siena scored 47 points in the 2nd half but allowed 51 points. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 131.5.</p><p>Siena's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 57.5% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 26.7% of their threes (4/15).</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way with 20 points, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats hitting 66.7% from deep and Jackson shooting 75% overall.</p><p>Siena's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Siena's defense held their opponent to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Does Cornell Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cornell dropped to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 80-77 home loss to Illinois State on Sunday. The Big Red, favored by six points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended just under the 157.5-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 45-43 at halftime but managed only 32 points in the second half while allowing 37. This second-half performance was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cornell's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.5%. They were dominant inside, hitting 78.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 24% of their threes (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%).</p> <p>Nazir Williams and AK Okereke both scored 19 points, with Williams adding 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Jack Daugherty contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Landon Wolf and Guy Ragland Jr. were perfect from deep, with Wolf going 3 for 3 and Ragland 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 80 points in their latest game. The Big Red shot 52% from the field, connecting on 28 of their 53 attempts.</p> <p>Most of their damage came inside, where they hit 22 of 28 two-point shots, a 78% success rate. From beyond the arc, they went 6/25 for 24%. At the free-throw line, Cornell shot 88%, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Tigers and Toreros face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Toreros are hosting the game at Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego, CA. Pacific is favored by -1.5 in this West Coast conference matchup the against San Diego. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>PACIFIC TIGERS VS SAN DIEGO TOREROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Toreros +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jenny Craig Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO TOREROS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Toreros.</li><li>Not only will San Diego pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pacific Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers fell to 3-10 on the season after a 70-60 road loss to Saint Mary's on Saturday, December 28th. Despite being +21 point underdogs, Pacific kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-17 at halftime, Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Saint Mary's 43-36. The total points for the game (130) came in under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Pacific struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 60 points with a field goal percentage of 41.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 42.9%. They hit only 3 of 12 three-point attempts, shooting 25% from beyond the arc, while connecting on 73.3% of their free throws (11/15).</p> <p>Luke Barrett and Elias Ralph each contributed 20 points, with Barrett adding 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Elijah Fisher was efficient, shooting 70% (7/10) from the field, while Lamar Washington dished out 7 assists despite shooting just 29.4% (5/17).</p><p>Even with the Pacific Tigers giving up 22 offensive rebounds, their defense held strong, allowing just 70 points on 38% shooting. The Tigers limited their opponent to 42% from inside the arc, with a 19/45 performance on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Pacific's defense kept their opponent to 7/23 shooting, or 30%. They also put them on the free-throw line 20 times, where they hit 11, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Can San Diego Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>San Diego Toreros Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>San Diego dropped to 2-10 on the season after a 68-55 loss to Grand Canyon on Saturday. The Toreros were +16 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 123, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>San Diego trailed 31-26 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, where they were outscored 37-29.</p><p>San Diego's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 31.4% shooting from the field. They connected on only 4 of 25 three-point attempts, shooting 16% from beyond the arc, and their effective field goal percentage was 34.3%.</p> <p>They managed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out just 6 assists. Kjay Bradley Jr. led the way with 20 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while JaKobe Coles added 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>San Diego's defense was strong, holding their opponent to 68 points on just 31% shooting from the field. The Toreros limited them to 18 made two-point shots on 45 attempts, a 40% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Diego's defense was even more effective, allowing just 4 made threes on 25 attempts, a 16% shooting performance. They sent the opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 7 for 63%.</p>

Pacific Tigers vs San Diego Toreros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Hockey Club versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. In this Western matchup, the Hockey Club are favored by -1.5 goals against the Kraken. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Kraken to come out on top with a final score of 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (-102)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Hockey Club Secure a Win at Seattle?</h3><p>Utah fell to 16-13-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5, and Utah, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. They had a 2-0 lead before Vegas scored four unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>Three different players scored for Utah, with Logan Cooley netting the first goal at 11:52 in the first period. Vegas tied it up with just 0:01 left in the second period and secured the win with a goal at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club managed 3 goals on 19 shots in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. Ian Cole netted his first goal of the season, while Logan Cooley added his second. Alexander Kerfoot also found the net for the second time this year.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, giving him 2 on the season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist, and Cooley added his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Utah had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah will look to bounce back after allowing four straight goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. The Golden Knights scored at the 15:06 mark of the 2nd period, then added goals at 19:59 in the 2nd, 5:37 in the 3rd, and 2:15 into overtime. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%. Utah's defense also recorded 21 hits and 8 takeaways.</p><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Seattle’s 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped them to 16-19-2 for the season. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, allowing both goals in the first period.</p> <p>As underdogs, the Kraken failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short.</p><p>Seattle’s offense was shut out in a 2-0 loss to Boston. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net. They also had 19 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>None of the Kraken’s players scored or recorded an assist. Seattle failed to score on the power play and didn’t register any shorthanded or empty-net goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came just 3:23 in, and the second at the 10:03 mark. However, they tightened up after that, not allowing another goal. Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Zips and Tigers game? Catch the action at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, NJ, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and Princeton is favored by -5.5 vs. Akron.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS PRINCETON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Princeton Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jadwin Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRINCETON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Princeton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Zips Ready for a Win at Princeton?</h3><p>Akron improved to 5-4 on the season with a 68-50 road win over Jackson State on Saturday, December 21st. The Zips entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined points of 118 fell well short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading just 30-29 at halftime, Akron clamped down defensively, allowing only 21 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 of their own to pull away for the win.</p><p>Akron struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range, hitting only 9 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, and they managed to score 68 points.</p> <p>On the bright side, the Zips grabbed 24 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Shammah Scott and Isaiah Gray both shot 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc, contributing 12 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Akron's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 50 points on 28% shooting from the field. The Zips were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 11/38 on two-point attempts, also at 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Akron's defense allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts, with the opponent shooting 28% from deep. The Zips also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 58%.</p><h3>Will Princeton Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers improved to 8-4 on the season with an 83-82 road win over Rutgers on Saturday, December 21st. Princeton entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Princeton trailed 46-44 at halftime but outscored Rutgers 39-36 in the second half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.3%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes on 27 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 44.4% from the line, going 8 for 18.</p> <p>The Tigers dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 19 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Dylan Harper led the way with 22 points, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1 of 6 from three. Caden Pierce and Xaivian Lee each added 21 points, with Pierce pulling down 14 rebounds and Lee contributing 11 assists.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 82 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, hitting 29 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, the Tigers allowed 23 two-point baskets on 44 tries, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 6 of 19 shots, shooting 31%. Princeton also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, or 78%. The Tigers allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Akron Zips vs Princeton Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Broncos and Dons game? Catch the action at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA, as the Dons hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this West Coast conference game currently have San Francisco as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Dons -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO DONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Not only will San Francisco pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Santa Clara Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Santa Clara Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Santa Clara improved to 9-5 on the season with a 91-80 win over Pepperdine on Saturday, December 28th. The Broncos were at home and entered the game as -15.5 favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 171 exceeded the over/under line of 154.5.</p> <p>Santa Clara led 52-43 at halftime and outscored Pepperdine 39-37 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Santa Clara's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a 50.7% shooting performance from the field. They excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 45.5% of their threes, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%.</p> <p>The Broncos shared the ball well, dishing out 22 assists, with Adama-Alpha Bal leading the way with 8. Stefan Todorovic paced the team with 25 points, while Tyeree Bryan and Dovydas Butka also had strong performances, with Butka shooting 77.8% from the field.</p><p>Santa Clara's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 55% of their two-point attempts, going 19/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Broncos gave up 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 11 times, where they converted 8 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Dons Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 10-3 this season with a 70-55 win over Loyola Marymount on Saturday. San Francisco, who were -10.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>San Francisco led 31-25 at halftime and outscored the Lions 39-30 in the second half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>San Francisco managed just 38.1% shooting from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 32.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 34 attempts, while shooting 44.8% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Jevon Porter led the Dons with 22 points, despite missing all 6 of his three-point attempts. Malik Thomas added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Marcus Williams contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 of 8 threes.</p><p>San Francisco's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 38% shooting from the field. The Dons limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 44% (13/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws (68%).</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs San Francisco Dons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Norse and Boilermakers game? Catch the action at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN, as the Boilermakers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on B1G+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and Purdue is favored by -20 vs. Northern Kentucky.</p><h3>NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Kentucky Norse +20</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue winning straight-up, we like Northern Kentucky at +20.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Northern Kentucky Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Northern Kentucky Norse Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Norse dropped their season opener on Monday, falling 74-62 to Florida State on the road. Northern Kentucky entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 136, which fell short of the over/under line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Northern Kentucky found themselves down 43-31 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the second half, as both teams scored 31 points after the break.</p><p>Northern Kentucky struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28) and finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 38.8%. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.9%, but they found more success inside, shooting 57.1% on two-point attempts (12/21).</p> <p>Josh Dilling led the Norse with 18 points, though he connected on just 2 of 11 three-point attempts. Taylor Bol Bowen and Jamir Watkins each added 17 points, with Watkins hitting 8 of 17 shots overall. The Norse also got 17 points from the free-throw line, shooting 73.9% (17/23) from the stripe.</p><p>Despite Northern Kentucky giving up 74 points, they managed to limit their opponent’s three-point shooting, holding them to just 4/22 from beyond the arc, an 18% success rate. However, the Norse struggled to contain shots inside the arc, where their opponent shot 58% on 24/41 attempts.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Northern Kentucky’s opponent went 14/18, hitting 77% of their foul shots. The Norse also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Purdue Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Purdue opened their season with a 90-73 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Monday. Despite being -24.5 point favorites, the Boilermakers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>Purdue led 49-33 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. They’ll look to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Purdue's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points and shooting 56.4% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their threes, hitting 11 of 26 attempts, and dominated inside with a 69% shooting percentage on two-pointers. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%.</p> <p>Fletcher Loyer led the way with 21 points, while Owen Dease added 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Braden Smith dished out 15 assists to go with 12 points, and Purdue finished with 24 assists as a team.</p><p>Purdue's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 20/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Purdue's opponent shot 42%, making 11 of 26 three-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Purdue gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Northern Kentucky Norse vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trailblazers and Golden Panthers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Panthers at Ocean Bank Convocation Center in Miami, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and FIU is favored by -5.5 at home against Utah Tech.</p><h3>UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS VS FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Bank Convocation Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Golden Panthers.</li><li>Not only will FIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Utah Tech as Away Dogs</h3><p>Utah Tech picked up a 92-87 home win over South Dakota on Thursday, improving to 2-10 for the season. The Trailblazers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Trailing 42-39 at halftime, Utah Tech turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 53 points while allowing 45. The game’s total points reached 179, going over the pre-game O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>Utah Tech put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and 44.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.5%, and they added 13 offensive rebounds and 21 assists.</p> <p>Kaleb Stewart led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 60% from deep. Noa Gonsalves hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, while Beon Riley contributed 21 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 52% of their two-point attempts, with 19 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's opponent connected on 13 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 44%. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Utah Tech gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can FIU Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>FIU improved to 3-7 on the season with a 75-69 road win over the Jaguars on Saturday. Despite being favored by 7.5 points, the Golden Panthers didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FIU’s defense stepped up in the second half, allowing just 26 points after giving up 43 in the first half. The Golden Panthers scored 47 points after halftime to complete the comeback.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, thanks in large part to hitting 53.3% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 15 attempts. They also shot 77.8% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 27 shots.</p> <p>Jarvis Walker led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes and adding 6 assists. Dashon Gittens, Paul Zilinskas, and Asim Jones each contributed 15 points, with Gittens shooting 75% from deep. FIU grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and finished with 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite FIU's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. FIU held them to 38% shooting on two-point attempts, as they made just 10 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team hit 13 of 32 threes, shooting 40%. FIU sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 66%. FIU also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Utah Tech Trailblazers vs FIU Golden Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the 76ers will travel to Portland to take on the Trail Blazers. Philadelphia (-216) is currently favored by 5.5 points over Portland (+181). The over/under line for the game is set at 222.5 points.</p>

<p>The 76ers (12-17) come into tonight's non-conference matchup having won three straight games. They are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division. As for the Trail Blazers (11-20), they have won two straight and are 13th in the Western Conference and 4th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-138 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Offense Score Enough in Portland?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 12-17 on the season with a 114-111 road win over the Jazz on Saturday. The 76ers were favored by 7.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, while the game’s total of 225 points narrowly exceeded the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>Utah jumped out to a 14-3 lead with a 12-0 run early, but the 76ers responded by outscoring the Jazz 35-18 in the 2nd quarter. After an even 3rd quarter (29-24 in favor of Utah), the teams entered the 4th tied at 81, with Philadelphia edging out the Jazz 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each scored 32 points in the 76ers' 114-111 win over the Jazz, with Maxey hitting 5 threes at 38.5%. Embiid shot 47.6% from the field, while Maxey finished at 39.1%.</p> <p>Philadelphia made 13 threes at a 36.1% clip, shooting 43.4% overall. Maxey scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Embiid added 9, and Guerschon Yabusele chipped in 5 of his 12 points in the final period.</p><p>The 76ers' defense tightened up in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 18 points, which helped them secure a 114-111 win over the Jazz. Philadelphia gave up 34 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 4th but managed to hold Utah to 111 points overall.</p> <p>Defensively, the 76ers held the Jazz to 33% shooting from beyond the arc, with Utah making 12 three-pointers. Philadelphia also sent the Jazz to the line 15 times, where they made 13 free throws. The 76ers recorded 15 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 11-20 on the season with a 126-122 win over the Mavericks on Saturday. Portland, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread at home. The total points for the game exceeded the O/U line of 223.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Portland jumped out to an early lead, taking a 36-25 advantage after the 1st quarter. They maintained control through the 2nd and 3rd quarters, leading 97-82 going into the 4th. Despite being outscored 40-29 in the final period, the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Shaedon Sharpe led the Trail Blazers with 23 points in their win over the Mavericks, while Anfernee Simons added 22 and Deni Avdija and Deandre Ayton each contributed 21. Portland shot 50% from the field and made 11 threes, hitting 42.3% from deep.</p> <p>Sharpe scored 11 points in the 1st quarter, while Ayton added 10. Simons and Ayton both scored 7 points in the 4th quarter, with Scoot Henderson also adding 7 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had strong performances in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 25 and 23 points, respectively, but struggled in the 4th, allowing 40 points. Overall, they gave up 122 points on 48% shooting from the Mavericks.</p> <p>Portland allowed 15 threes on 39% shooting from deep. They sent Dallas to the line 26 times, where the Mavericks made 21 free throws. The Trail Blazers finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Pilots and Beavers game? Catch the action at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR, as the Beavers hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Oregon State is favored by -18.5 at home against Portland.</p><h3>PORTLAND PILOTS VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 9:30 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon State winning straight-up, we like Portland at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Portland Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Portland's season record dropped to 3-9 after an 89-73 loss to Washington State on Saturday. The Pilots were +12.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> <p>Portland struggled early, trailing 51-30 at halftime, but showed some fight in the second half by outscoring the Cougars 43-38.</p><p>The Pilots put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 30.4% from beyond the arc. They connected on 7 of 23 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, hitting 16 of 18 for an 88.9% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Price and Max Mackinnon each scored 22 points, with Price hitting 4 of 6 from deep and shooting 72.7% overall. Nate Calmese added 18 points, making 2 of 3 from three-point range. The Pilots recorded 15 assists and just 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even though Portland allowed 89 points, they held the opposing team to 41% shooting from the field, including 30% from beyond the arc, with 7 made threes on 23 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposition shot 48%, converting 18 of their 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>Portland sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they hit 16 free throws for an 88% success rate. The Pilots limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Oregon State Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Oregon State's record dropped to 9-3 after a 78-66 loss to Nebraska on Wednesday. The Beavers were +5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the over/under line of 137.5.</p> <p>After trailing 34-32 at halftime, Oregon State allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 34 of their own. The Beavers will look to bounce back after this loss.</p><p>Oregon State put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 39.6% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 15 of 16 attempts (93.8%).</p> <p>Brice Williams led the Beavers with 25 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Berke Buyuktuncel was efficient as well, hitting 75% of his shots, including 3 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Oregon State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 17 of 27 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws, an 83% clip.</p>

Portland Pilots vs Oregon State Beavers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Bearcats and Red Foxes game? Catch the action at McCann Center in Poughkeepsie, NY, as the Red Foxes hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 129.5 points, and Marist is favored by -7.5 vs. Binghamton.</p><h3>BINGHAMTON BEARCATS VS MARIST RED FOXES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Binghamton Bearcats +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCann Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BINGHAMTON BEARCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Red Foxes.</li><li>Even though we have Marist winning straight-up, we like Binghamton at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bearcats Pull Off a Win at Poughkeepsie?</h3><p>The Bearcats improved to 5-6 on the season with a 78-68 road win over Army on Sunday, December 22nd. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, Binghamton not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Binghamton led 42-33 at halftime and maintained their edge by outscoring Army 36-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 146 went over the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Binghamton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 78 points with a field goal percentage of 49.2%. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.7%, thanks in large part to their 60% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 15 attempts. They also connected on 81.8% of their free throws, going 9 for 11 from the line.</p> <p>Chris Walker, Josh Scovens, and Tymu Chenery each contributed 16 points, with Walker shooting 63.6% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Chenery also knocked down 2 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, while Jalen Rucker added 14 points, despite shooting just 35.7% overall. The Bearcats finished with 20 assists as a team, with Walker and Chenery each dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Binghamton's defense holding the opposing team to 68 points, the Bearcats couldn't capitalize for a win. They limited their opponents to just 38% shooting from the field, including 43% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Binghamton's defense gave up 8 threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 54%.</p><h3>Will the Red Foxes Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Red Foxes improved to 8-2 on the season with a 76-73 win over UMBC on Saturday. Marist, playing at home, was favored by 3.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 149, just over the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>Marist was tied 39-39 at halftime and matched UMBC’s 31 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Marist put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 16 attempts for an 18.8% rate, while connecting on 54.2% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 15 of 20 attempts, good for 75%.</p> <p>The Red Foxes grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with 10 assists. Bryce Johnson led the way with 23 points, shooting 8 of 13 overall and 2 of 6 from three. Elijah Lewis added 17 points, and Josh Pascarelli contributed 16, hitting 2 of 6 from deep. Marcus Banks Jr. went 5 of 14 from three, finishing with 15 points, while Jadin Collins-Roberts scored 14, shooting 7 of 11 from the field.</p><p>Marist's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 26 two-point baskets on 48 attempts, a 54% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marist held their opponent to 18% shooting, with just 3 made threes on 16 attempts. The opposing team also went 15/20 from the free-throw line, shooting 75%. Marist gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Binghamton Bearcats vs Marist Red Foxes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawks and Explorers. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Explorers at Tom Gola Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Get ready to place your bets! Saint Joseph's is favored by -4 in this Atlantic 10 conference matchup the against La Salle. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS LA SALLE EXPLORERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +4</p><p>This game will be played at Tom Gola Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-68 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Saint Joseph's Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Despite being just 3-5 on the road this season, Saint Joseph's comes in as the favorite once again, this time by four points. Their average scoring margin on the road is -2.2, but they have been much better at home, going 11-2 with an average scoring margin of +14.3.</p>

<p>Coming into today's game, the Hawks have gone 4-6 in their last 10 road games, and their record for the season is 14-7. They have gone 12-4 when favored this season and are 4-4 in Atlantic 10 games.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Saint Joseph's ATS mark is 9-7. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Hawks have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Saint Joseph's games is 11-9-1. Today's over/under line of 147.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (146.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 155 points, and their over/under record across their last 10 games is 8-2.</p><p>In their recent game, the Hawks' offense concluded with 75 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 77.4 points per contest. The Saint Joseph's offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 28.3 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 37% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>At this time, the Hawks' defense is positioned 113rd in the country, permitting 69.4 points per game. Saint Joseph's' defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the George Mason offense to knock down 50% of their shots on their way to putting up 73 points.</p><h3>Do the Explorers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>La Salle will be the underdog in this game, as they are getting 4 points. They have gone 4-9 this season when they are the underdog.</p>

<p>At home, the Explorers have gone 8-4 this season, and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games at home. Their average scoring margin at home is +6.1 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, La Salle has gone 6-7 vs. the spread this season and is 10-11 overall. At home, the Explorers are 5-7 ATS this year and just 1-4 in their last 5 games vs. the spread at home.</p><p>La Salle's over/under record for the season is 9-12 and their games have had an average of 146.5 points. Today's over/under line of 147.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (144.1). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>The Explorers' offense finished with 69 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 73.8 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Khalil Brantley, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 15.1, while Jhamir Brickus also maintains a PPG average of 14.4 leading up to the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the La Salle defense is giving up an average of 72.7 points per contest. In today's game, the La Salle defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 71 points.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs La Salle Explorers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/3/24

<p>In a Western Conference matchup, the Pelicans will host the Clippers at the Smoothie King Center. The Clippers (-241) are favored by 6 points over the Pelicans (+197). The over/under line is 221 points.</p>

<p>The Clippers (18-13) have won two straight games and are 6th in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans (5-27) have lost nine straight and are 15th in the West.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +6</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-103 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Dejounte Murray finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Clippers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 18-13 on the season with a 102-92 win over the Warriors on Friday. Playing at home, the Clippers were favored by 5.5 points and covered the spread with the 10-point victory. The total score of 194 points fell short of the 212.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 21-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Clippers took control by outscoring the Warriors 30-22 in the 2nd quarter and 32-19 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with an 81-62 lead before the Warriors went on a 14-0 run, but the Clippers held on for the win.</p><p>Norman Powell led the Clippers with 26 points, including 11 in the 4th quarter, as they beat the Warriors 102-92. James Harden added 18 points, and Ivica Zubac contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 88.9% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Clippers shot 53.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 31.2% of their threes with 10 makes. Derrick Jones scored 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd quarter, while Amir Coffey added 11 points, 5 of which came in the 3rd.</p><p>The Clippers put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Warriors to just 92 points on Friday. They gave up 21 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 2nd, before limiting Golden State to 19 points in the 3rd. The Warriors managed 30 points in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Clippers’ defense.</p> <p>Los Angeles held Golden State to 36% shooting from the field, including just 18% from beyond the arc, where the Warriors made only 7 threes. The Clippers also recorded 6 steals and 10 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will New Orleans Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies on Friday, the Pelicans' season record now stands at 5-27. New Orleans, who were +7.5 point underdogs, couldn't cover the spread at home. The total points for the game reached 256, surpassing the O/U line of 238.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when Memphis went on a 10-0 run, turning a 65-59 deficit into a 69-65 lead. The Pelicans entered the 4th quarter down 104-88 but outscored the Grizzlies 36-28 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies, the Pelicans shot 44.8% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28.9% of their threes. Trey Murphy III led the way with 35 points, connecting on 5 threes at a 41.7% rate, while CJ McCollum added 32 points, making 3 threes at 37.5%.</p> <p>Murphy scored 15 points in the 2nd quarter, while McCollum poured in 16 points in the 4th. Dejounte Murray contributed 15 points and 9 assists, despite shooting 37.5% from the field.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, giving up 42 points, which contributed to their 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies. New Orleans allowed Memphis to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies hit 17 threes at a 41% clip. The Pelicans also sent Memphis to the line 35 times, where they made 31 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 13 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Privateers versus the Commodores? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) in Nashville, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Vanderbilt as the -31.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS VANDERBILT COMMODORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +31.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Commodores.</li><li>Even though we have Vanderbilt winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +31.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Privateers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Privateers fell to 2-10 on the season after an 86-61 road loss to McNeese State on Saturday. New Orleans entered the game as +24 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>New Orleans trailed 46-23 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, scoring 38 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 147 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Privateers managed just 61 points, shooting 41.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 25% of their threes (6/24). At the free-throw line, they connected on just 7 of 15 attempts, a 46.7% mark.</p> <p>DJ Richards Jr. led the way with 21 points, shooting 46.7% overall. James White added 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 42.1% from the field and 25% from three. Quadir Copeland contributed 11 points and dished out 10 assists.</p><p>New Orleans struggled defensively, giving up 86 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 21 of 35 two-point attempts, a 60% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Orleans gave up 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 84%.</p><h3>Can the Vanderbilt Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Vanderbilt improved to 11-1 on the season with an 85-55 win over Austin Peay on Saturday. The Commodores were heavy favorites at -25.5 and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 140 fell just under the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>Vanderbilt dominated early, leading 47-20 at halftime, but the second half was more balanced, with the Commodores outscoring Austin Peay 38-35.</p><p>Vanderbilt's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points while shooting 60.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.8%, thanks in part to their 70% shooting on two-pointers (21/30) and 44.4% from beyond the arc (8/18).</p> <p>The Commodores also connected on 19 of 27 free throws, hitting 70.4% from the line. They dished out 18 assists, with LJ Thomas leading the way with 20 points, despite shooting just 35.3% overall and missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Vanderbilt's defensive struggles, allowing 55 points on 60% shooting, they managed to limit their opponent's scoring. The Commodores gave up 21/30 from two-point range, a 70% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Vanderbilt's defense allowed 8/18 threes, with their opponent shooting 44%. They also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they hit 19 free throws at a 70% clip.</p>

New Orleans Privateers vs Vanderbilt Commodores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Hose and Gamecocks game? Catch the action at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC, as the Gamecocks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on SECN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 138.5 points, and South Carolina is favored by -18.5 vs. Presbyterian.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Colonial Life Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like Presbyterian at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Presbyterian Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Blue Hose fell to 4-7 on the season after an 86-81 home loss to Manhattan on Saturday, December 21st. Presbyterian, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Presbyterian led 43-30 at halftime but were outscored 43-30 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Presbyterian put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They hit 11 threes at a 35.5% clip and went 20-for-29 from the free-throw line, good for 69%. The Blue Hose grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists.</p> <p>Carl Parrish led the way with 23 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep and adding 9 rebounds. Kory Mincy, Will Sydnor, Jaden Winston, and Devin Dinkins each contributed 18 points, with Mincy also handing out 7 assists.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 86 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 25 made field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, opponents hit 11 of 31 threes, shooting 35%. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws.</p><h3>Will South Carolina Win at Home?</h3><p>South Carolina improved to 9-3 this season with a 74-48 win over Radford on Sunday. The Gamecocks were -13.5 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-30 at halftime, South Carolina dominated the 2nd half, outscoring Radford 44-12 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina put up 74 points in their latest game, shooting 39.2% from the field. They connected on 9 of 30 three-point attempts, hitting 30% from deep, and their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%. Inside the arc, they shot 52.4%, going 11 for 21 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Gamecocks were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 25 of 27 attempts for a 92.6% mark. They grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Jamarii Thomas led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Collin Murray-Boyles added 15 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>South Carolina's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 39% shooting from the field. They allowed 11 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 30%, making 9 of 30 three-point attempts. South Carolina also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 92% rate. The Gamecocks gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Hornets and Tigers game? Catch the action at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on SEC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Missouri is favored by -23.5 at home against Alabama State.</p><h3>ALABAMA STATE HORNETS VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alabama State Hornets +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mizzou Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALABAMA STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Missouri winning straight-up, we like Alabama State at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Hornets Secure a Win at Columbia?</h3><p>Alabama State fell to 3-8 on the season after an 83-80 home loss to Delaware State on Friday. The Hornets, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the over/under line of 148.5.</p> <p>Alabama State trailed 40-34 at halftime but put up 46 points in the second half. However, they allowed 43 points in the final period, which ultimately cost them the game.</p><p>Alabama State's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They connected on 62.5% of their two-point attempts and went 11-for-32 from beyond the arc, hitting 34.4% of their threes.</p> <p>Robert Smith led the way with 26 points, hitting 7 of 11 threes at a 63.6% clip. CJ Hines added 25 points and 6 rebounds, while Martaz Robinson contributed 23 points and 6 boards. Kaseem Watson was efficient inside, shooting 66.7% from the field and grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>Alabama State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside the arc, with the other team hitting 62% of their two-point shots (20/32).</p> <p>From three-point range, Alabama State allowed 11 threes on 32 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7 free throws (63%). The Hornets gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Missouri Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Missouri fell to 10-2 on the season after a 80-77 home loss to Illinois on Sunday, December 22nd. The Tigers were +3.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but couldn’t pull off the win. The total points for the game hit 157, surpassing the over/under line of 154.5.</p> <p>Trailing 37-32 at halftime, Missouri put up a strong fight in the 2nd half, scoring 45 points while allowing 43. Despite their efforts, the Tigers couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Missouri's offense put up 77 points in their last game, despite shooting just 39.7% from the field and 23.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, but they made up for it by hitting 28 of 37 free throws, good for 75.7%.</p> <p>Kasparas Jakucionis led the way with 21 points, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc. Mark Mitchell and Tony Perkins each added 18 points, while Kylan Boswell contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting just 2 of 12 from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 80 points, Missouri's defense held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, with 23 made baskets on 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point field goals on 45 attempts, resulting in a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, Missouri's defense limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. However, they sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 28 of those attempts, shooting 75%.</p>

Alabama State Hornets vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (16-15) will host the Cleveland Cavaliers (27-4) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are currently favored by 4.5 points and have won six straight games. The over/under line is set at 231.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Chase Center in San Francisco and can be seen on NBCS. The Cavaliers are 1st in the Eastern Conference, while the Warriors are 9th in the Western Conference.</p><h3>CLEVELAND CAVALIERS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-120 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cavaliers Win in San Francisco?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 27-4 with a 149-135 road win over the Nuggets on Friday. Cleveland, favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread, while the teams combined for 284 points, well over the 236.5-point total.</p> <p>A key 16-0 run by the Cavs turned a tight 53-52 game into a 69-52 lead. Cleveland outscored Denver 40-27 in the 2nd quarter and maintained their lead by entering the 4th quarter up 116-101.</p><p>The Cavaliers poured in 149 points in their win over the Nuggets, shooting 56.2% from the field and knocking down 23 threes at a 47.9% clip. Donovan Mitchell led the way with 33 points, hitting 6 threes and adding 6 assists and 5 rebounds.</p> <p>Evan Mobley contributed 26 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd quarter, and Darius Garland added 25 points and 7 assists. Caris LeVert scored 7 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Even with a rough defensive outing, the Cavaliers managed to win, giving up 135 points to the Nuggets, who shot 56% from the field. Cleveland allowed 38 points in the 1st quarter and 36 in the 3rd, with Denver hitting 34 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nuggets made 15 threes at a 48% clip. Cleveland sent Denver to the line 18 times, where they hit 14 free throws. The Cavaliers had 29 defensive rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Warriors Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Warriors moved above .500 with a 109-105 win over the Suns on Saturday, improving to 16-15 for the season. Golden State was favored by 6.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total of 214 points fell short of the 220.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Golden State got off to a strong start, leading 34-27 after the 1st quarter, but the Suns responded with a 12-0 run and took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Warriors 38-27. The Suns held a 87-82 lead going into the 4th quarter, but the Warriors’ defense stepped up, limiting Phoenix to 18 points while scoring 27 to close out the game.</p><p>Jonathan Kuminga's 34 points and 9 rebounds powered the Warriors to a win over the Suns, as he shot 60% from the field and added 13 points in the 4th quarter. Stephen Curry contributed 22 points, hitting 4 threes despite shooting just 30.8% from deep.</p> <p>Draymond Green added 16 points, 14 of which came in the 2nd quarter, and Trayce Jackson-Davis also scored 16. The Warriors shot 41.8% from the field and made 12 threes at a 26.7% rate.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where the Warriors gave up 38 points, they tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 22 points in the 3rd and 18 in the 4th, leading to a 109-105 win over the Suns. Golden State held Phoenix to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Warriors were particularly effective at defending the three, limiting the Suns to just 9 made threes on 25% shooting. They also recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p>

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Betting on today's Lions and Cowboys game? Catch the action at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA, as the Cowboys hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Southland conference matchup has an over/under of 134.5 points, and McNeese State is favored to win by -16.5 at home vs. Southeastern Louisiana.</p><h3>SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Southeastern Louisiana at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lions Pull Off a Win at Lake Charles?</h3><p>Southeastern Louisiana improved to 4-6 on the season with a 75-65 road win over Grambling State on Monday. The Lions entered the game as +3 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After leading 40-29 at halftime, Southeastern Louisiana scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 140 exceeded the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 56.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 64.6%. They connected on 67.9% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, with 8 threes made.</p> <p>Sam Hines Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 66.7% from the field, while Kam Burton added 18 points, hitting 6 threes at a 60% clip. Jakevion Buckley contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, dishing out a team-high 7 assists.</p><p>Even though Southeastern Louisiana allowed 65 points, they gave up a 46% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 23 of 50 shots. From inside the arc, the Lions allowed 16 of 34 shots to fall, a 47% success rate.</p> <p>The Lions also struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent shot 43%, making 7 of 16 attempts. Southeastern Louisiana sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 75%. On the glass, the Lions limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 1.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for McNeese State as Home Favorites</h3><p>McNeese State evened their season record at 5-5 with an 86-61 win over New Orleans on Saturday. Playing at home, the Cowboys were -24 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>McNeese State dominated the first half, leading 46-23 at the break. However, in the second half, they allowed New Orleans to score 38 points while putting up 40 points themselves.</p><p>McNeese State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.5% from the field and 35.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.6%, with strong two-point shooting at 60% (21/35). They also hit 84.6% of their free throws, going 11/13 from the line.</p> <p>DJ Richards Jr. led the way with 21 points, hitting 7 threes at a 46.7% clip. James White added 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he struggled from deep, shooting just 25% (2/8). Quadir Copeland dished out 10 assists, and the Cowboys grabbed 14 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, McNeese State's defense allowed the opposition to shoot 48% from the field, including 60% on two-point attempts. The Cowboys also gave up 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 11/13, hitting 84% of their foul shots. McNeese State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Jaguars and Cornhuskers. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and Nebraska is favored by -21.5 at home against Southern.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Jaguars +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Even though we have Nebraska winning straight-up, we like Southern at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jaguars Make it Happen in Lincoln?</h3><h3>Southern Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Southern’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 2-7 after an 82-51 loss to USC on Sunday, December 22nd. The Jaguars were +15.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points scored in the game were 133, which was below the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>After trailing 41-27 at halftime, Southern managed just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Southern's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 51 points on 32.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 34.6%, and they hit only 2 of 19 from beyond the arc, shooting 10.5% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 22 attempts, good for 68.2%.</p> <p>They managed 8 offensive rebounds and 8 assists as a team. Chibuzo Agbo led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Josh Cohen added 17 points in just 14 minutes, shooting 80% from the field, while Desmond Claude contributed 13 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shooting, as the other team hit 18 of 33 shots for 54%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern's defense allowed 6 threes on 17 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 35 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 80%. Southern gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornhuskers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cornhuskers improved to 10-2 with a 78-66 win over Oregon State on Wednesday. Playing at home, Nebraska entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread. The total score of 144 points exceeded the over/under line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>Nebraska led 34-32 at halftime and pulled away in the second half, outscoring Oregon State 44-34.</p><p>Nebraska's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 78 points on 53.2% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 61.7%. They hit 63% of their two-point attempts and knocked down 40% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-20 from three. At the free-throw line, they were solid, connecting on 20-of-24 attempts for an 83.3% rate.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 25 points, shooting 9-of-13 overall and adding 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Nate Kingz contributed 19 points, while Berke Buyuktuncel was efficient, hitting 6-of-8 shots and 3-of-4 from three, finishing with 16 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Nebraska's defensive struggles, they managed to hold the opposing team to 66 points. The Cornhuskers allowed their opponents to shoot 53% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 83%. Nebraska allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Southern Jaguars vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-161) will host the Dallas Mavericks (+136) in a Western Conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 230.</p>

<p>Sacramento (13-19) has lost six straight games and is 12th in the Western Conference. Dallas (20-12) is 4th in the West and 3rd in the Southwest Division.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-101 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dallas Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Mavericks fell to 20-12 on the season after a 126-122 road loss to the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Dallas, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 248 points exceeded the O/U line of 223.5 by 24.5 points.</p> <p>Dallas found themselves in a hole early, trailing 36-25 after the 1st quarter. They entered the 4th quarter down 97-82 but made a strong push, outscoring Portland 40-29 in the final period.</p><p>Kyrie Irving put up 46 points, including 20 in the 4th quarter, in the Mavericks' 126-122 loss to the Trail Blazers. He hit 5 threes, shooting 41.7% from deep and 61.5% overall. Spencer Dinwiddie added 17 points, with 8 coming in the final quarter.</p> <p>The Mavericks shot 48.3% from the field, connecting on 15 threes at a 39.5% rate. Daniel Gafford contributed 15 points, hitting 75% of his shots, while Quentin Grimes also added 15, with 9 of those coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks struggled in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing 36 and 33 points, respectively, in their 126-122 loss to the Trail Blazers. They tightened up a bit in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 28 and 29 points. Overall, they allowed Portland to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>Dallas did a good job limiting the Blazers' three-point shooting, giving up just 11 threes, though Portland still shot 42% from deep. The Mavericks sent the Blazers to the line 29 times, where they hit 23 free throws. Dallas finished with 30 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards, while also recording 6 steals and 10 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Kings Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-19 on the season after a 132-122 road loss to the Lakers on Saturday. Sacramento, who were -3 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 254, well over the pre-game line of 222.</p> <p>After a strong 2nd quarter, where they outscored the Lakers 35-25, the Kings struggled in the 3rd, being outscored 42-24. A 12-0 run by the Lakers extended their lead from 100-90 to 112-90, and although Sacramento outscored the Lakers 32-25 in the 4th, it wasn’t enough to close the gap.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox put up 29 points and 12 assists in the Kings' 132-122 loss to the Lakers, with 14 of his points coming in the 4th quarter. DeMar DeRozan added 25 points, shooting 70.6% from the field, including 12 points in the 2nd quarter.</p> <p>Malik Monk contributed 20 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. The Kings shot 51% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 11 threes at 27.5%.</p><p>The Kings struggled defensively, giving up 132 points to the Lakers, including 40 points in the 1st quarter and 42 in the 3rd. They managed to hold Los Angeles to 25 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters but couldn't overcome the other defensive lapses.</p> <p>Sacramento allowed the Lakers to shoot 59% from the field, including 53% from beyond the arc, where they hit 14 threes. The Kings also sent the Lakers to the line 33 times, where they converted 26 free throws. Sacramento finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Privateers and Lumberjacks. The game is starting at 7:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lumberjacks at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and the Lumberjacks are favored to win at home against the Privateers.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Friday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Lumberjacks.</li><li>Even though we have Stephen F. Austin winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Privateers Stand a Chance in Nacogdoches?</h3><p>Today's game will be the 13th of the season for New Orleans, who are currently 5-7 overall. In their last ten road games, which includes games from last year, New Orleans has a 2-8 record. As of today's game, New Orleans holds a 5-3 ATS record. In their previous five games, they are 2-1 ATS.</p><p>In 12 games, New Orleans comes in with an over/under mark of 4-4-0, with their games averaging 150.1 points per game. When analyzing the Privateers' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 145 points per game and an over/under record of 2-1.</p><p>In their most recent game, the New Orleans offense put up just 36 points vs. the Ohio State Buckeyes. Overall, they are now averaging 76.3 points per game which is 182nd in the country. Coming into the game, the Privateers offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 29%. On average, they get up 18.2 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 16.6 made free-throws.</p><p>On defense, New Orleans is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 74.0 points per game. So far, the New Orleans defense is giving up an average of 10.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.8 times per game (541st).</p><h3>Can the Lumberjacks Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Stephen F. Austin currently has a 7-5 overall record. In their previous five home games, including last season, Stephen F. Austin has a 2-3 record at home. As of now, Stephen F. Austin has a 4-4 record against the spread heading into today's game. In their last five games, the team is 1-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through 12 games, Stephen F. Austin has an over/under record of 5-3-0, with their games averaging 147.5 points per game on average. When analyzing the Lumberjacks' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 144 points per game and an over/under record of 3-1.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Stephen F. Austin offense tallied 70 points in a matchup against Wyoming. Their field goal percentage for the game was 44.8%, and they made 7 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Sadaidriene Hall who comes into today's matchup averaging 10.9. Latrell Jossell also heads into the game with a PPG average of 9.2.</p><p>At this time, the Lumberjacks' defense is positioned 113rd in the country, permitting 68.7 points per game. Stephen F. Austin's three-point defense is currently 23rd in the country at 4.6 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 33.5% of their shots vs. Stephen F. Austin.</p>

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