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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Colonels and Royals. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Royals at Curry Arena in Charlotte, NC. Get ready to place your bets! In this Atlantic Sun matchup, Eastern Kentucky is favored by -6 vs. Queens (NC). The over/under for the game is 160 points.</p><h3>EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS VS QUEENS (NC) ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Kentucky Colonels -6</p><p>This game will be played at Curry Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Colonels Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Eastern Kentucky has been on a roll lately, winning seven games in a row to improve their overall record to 11-9. They have been perfect in Atlantic Sun play, going 7-0 in conference games compared to a 4-9 record in non-conference action.</p>

<p>On the road, the Colonels have gone just 2-6 this season, but they have won two straight away from home. For the year, Eastern Kentucky's average scoring margin on the road is -8.6 points per game.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky has an ATS record of 9-8 this season and they are 7-4 vs. the spread when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Colonels are 7-3 vs. the spread. On the road, Eastern Kentucky has an ATS mark of 4-4 this year and they are 6-4 over their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's over/under record this season is 7-10 and the average over/under line in their games is also 151.5, which is the same as the average score in their games. Today's over/under line of 160 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 150 points.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky finished with 89 points in their game against North Florida. This total surpasses their season-average of 81.5 points per game. Leading the team in scoring was Leland Walker with 29 points. Isaiah Cozart also added 18 points for the Colonels.</p><p>So far, the Colonels' defense is ranked 241st in the country at 75.4 points per contest. In their previous game vs. North Florida, the Ospreys finished with a field goal percentage of 55% and a total of 76 points vs. Eastern Kentucky.</p><h3>Will the Royals Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Queens (NC) has had a tough season so far, as they are just 8-14 overall and 2-5 in Atlantic Sun play. Their record is 0-12 on the road, compared to 6-2 at home, where they have been much better. They are coming off a 90-84 loss to North Alabama.</p>

<p>On the season, the Royals are 1-14 when they are the underdog, compared to a perfect 5-0 when they are favored. They have been much better at home recently, going 8-2 in their last 10 games at home.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Queens has an ATS record of just 4-11. However, their ATS mark at home is 5-3 and their ATS record as the favorite is 4-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Royals are just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 160 is higher than the average over/under line in Queens' games this season (155.2). So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 171 points.</p><p>The Queens (NC) offense is coming off a game where they scored 84 points against North Alabama. They posted a field goal percentage of 44.6% and connected on 7 threes. Offensively, the Royals have a season long field goal percentage of 43%, which is 266th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 262nd in percentage and 36th in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Royals' defense is positioned 318th in the country, permitting 82.8 points per game. In their previous game vs. North Alabama, the Lions finished with a field goal percentage of 46% and a total of 90 points vs. Queens (NC).</p>

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<p>The Bears and Bison are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bison will host the game at Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. The odds for this Mid-Eastern conference game currently have Howard as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>MORGAN STATE BEARS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Howard Bison -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Norfolk Scope Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOWARD BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will Howard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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>Will Morgan State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>After picking up a 78-60 win over Coppin State, Morgan State will look to make it three in a row when they take on Howard. So far this season, the Bears have gone 11-19 and are 5-7 in Mid-Eastern play. On the road, they are just 1-14.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Morgan State has gone 3-17 this season. Over their last 10 road games, they have gone 3-7, and for the year, their average scoring margin on the road is -17.1. So far, they have been the underdog in 20 of their 30 games.</p><p>As the underdog, Morgan State has been a solid bet vs. the spread this season, going 10-9-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-8-1 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 146.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Morgan State's games this season (147.3). So far, 12 of their games have finished with less points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 145 points.</p><p>Morgan State is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 78 points versus Coppin State. This output is higher than their season-average of 72.9 points per game. Will Thomas is leading the team in scoring at 13.6 points per contest. Wynston Tabbs has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.6 going into the game.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Morgan State is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 77.5 points per game (296th). The Morgan State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 60 points and allowed Coppin State to connect on 2 threes.</p><h3>Is It the Bison Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Howard is favored by 5.5 points in this game, and they have a record of 11-6 when favored this season. They have a record of 6-5 at home, and their average scoring margin at home is +2.8 points per game. They are coming off a 77-58 loss to Norfolk State.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bison have gone 15-16. They have a record of 9-5 in Mid-Eastern Conference games compared to a non-conference record of 6-11. Their average scoring margin on the road is -4.0 points per game, and they have gone 7-11 in road games.</p><p>Howard's ATS record this season is 10-17-2, but they are just 4-6-1 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bison are just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Howard's over/under record this season is 18-11 and the average point total in their games is 150.4. Today's over/under line of 146.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games (147.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 140 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2. For the season, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Howard offense concluded with only 58 points against Norfolk State. Throughout the game, they made 6/22 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 32.7%. In terms of three-point shooting, the Bison offense has been good from outside, hitting 37% of their three-pointers on an average of 21.6 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 45%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Howard defense is giving up an average of 74.9 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.5 threes per game vs. Morgan State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.0%.</p>

Morgan State Bears vs Howard Bison Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>The Rams and Huskies are set to face off at 6:30 ET on truT. The Huskies will host the game at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142.5 points, with Washington being favored by -2.5 over Colorado State.</p><h3>COLORADO STATE RAMS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Arena at 6:30 ET on Thursday, November 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Colorado State Stun the Crowd at Acrisure Arena?</h3><p>Colorado State fell to UC Riverside 77-75 on Friday, November 22nd, in a surprising home loss. The Rams, who were -12 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 143.</p> <p>After trailing 27-26 at halftime, Colorado State scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38, leading to the narrow defeat.</p><p>Barrington Hargress led the Rams with 31 points and 6 assists, shooting 55% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. Jaylen Crocker-Johnson added 21 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 54.5% of his shots and matching Hargress's 3-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Colorado State shot 40.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 48.4%. They made 10 of 33 three-point attempts (30.3%) and connected on 60% of their free throws. The Rams recorded 18 assists and 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Colorado State's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 15/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colorado State held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 10 made threes on 33 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 15 for 60%. Colorado State limited the damage on the boards, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Washington Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Washington improved to 4-0 on the season with a 77-60 win over Alcorn State on Friday. The Huskies, who were -27 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 137 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Washington led 36-34 at halftime before clamping down defensively, allowing just 26 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41 of their own.</p><p>Tyler Harris led the way for Washington with 27 points on 8-of-11 shooting, including 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, in their latest game. The Huskies shot 49% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 63% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from three, hitting just 31.8% (7-of-22).</p> <p>Washington also made 22-of-30 free throws (73.3%) and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Zoom Diallo added 15 points and 4 assists, while Keionte Cornelius and Marcus Tankersley combined to shoot 7-of-27, with Cornelius hitting 3-of-11 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 60 points, Washington's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. The Huskies allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponent making 17 of 27 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 22 attempts. The Huskies also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 73%. Washington gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Colorado State Rams vs Washington Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/28/24

<p>The <strong>PGA Tour</strong> is heading back to Japan this week for the <strong>Zozo Championship</strong>, which will take place at <strong>Narashino Country Club</strong>. This marks the fourth time in five years that the Zozo Championship is being held at Narashino, with the only exception being 2020 when it was temporarily moved to Sherwood Country Club due to the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>



<p><strong>Narashino Country Club</strong> is a par-70 layout that measures <strong>7,079 yards</strong> and features Bentgrass greens. Its unique design includes <strong>five par-3s</strong> and <strong>three par-5s</strong>, making it a distinctive challenge for players. The Zozo Championship is a <strong>no-cut event</strong> with <strong>78 golfers</strong>, featuring a strong field of PGA Tour stars making the long trip to Japan, including <strong>Xander Schauffele</strong>, <strong>Collin Morikawa</strong>, <strong>Hideki Matsuyama</strong>, <strong>Sahith Theegala</strong>, <strong>Sungjae Im</strong>, <strong>Justin Thomas</strong>, <strong>Max Homa</strong>, <strong>Min Woo Lee</strong>, and <strong>Si Woo Kim</strong>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key Metrics for Success at Narashino</h2>



<p><strong><a href="https://golf-in-japan.com/courses/chiba/accordia-golf-narashino-country-club" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Narashino Country Club</a></strong> isn't a very long course, but it’s a positional track that rewards players who can strategically place the ball. The Bentgrass greens and unique course features demand a well-rounded game. Here are some of the key metrics to watch for:</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Strokes-Gained Approach</h3>



<p>Accurate approach shots are critical at Narashino, and past winners have excelled in this category. <strong>Kurt Kitayama</strong>, <strong>Doug Ghim</strong>, and <strong>Xander Schauffele</strong> have posted impressive strokes-gained approach numbers in recent rounds and could be in contention this week if they maintain that form.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Good-Drive Percentage</h3>



<p>Keeping the ball in play is paramount on this tight, tree-lined course. <strong>C.T. Pan</strong>, <strong>Seamus Power</strong>, and <strong>Ryo Hisatsune</strong> rank among the best in good-drive percentage, which should give them an advantage over the rest of the field.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Strokes-Gained Putting on Bentgrass</h3>



<p>Bentgrass greens at Narashino can be challenging, and good putters often have an edge here. <strong>Xander Schauffele</strong> and <strong>Davis Riley</strong> have been solid on Bentgrass greens in recent weeks, making them ones to watch.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Par-3 Scoring</h3>



<p>With <strong>five par-3s</strong> on the course, efficient scoring on these holes will be crucial. <strong>Harry Hall</strong> and <strong>Nate Lashley</strong> have shown great form in par-3 scoring, and their ability to handle these holes could be a deciding factor in their success.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Players to Watch</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kurt Kitayama (+2200 <a href="/s/betdsi">at BetDSI</a>)</h3>



<p><strong>Kurt Kitayama</strong> is in exceptional form and ranks first in strokes-gained approach over his last 24 rounds. His solid finishes in recent events, combined with his experience playing in Japan, make him a strong contender this week. Kitayama finished <strong>T16</strong> at the Zozo Championship last year and should be very comfortable on this course.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Max Homa (+5500)</h3>



<p>While there are questions about whether Narashino suits <strong>Max Homa</strong>'s game, he’s simply too talented to overlook at this price. After struggling for much of 2024, Homa’s performance at the <strong>Presidents Cup</strong> showed glimpses of his best form. If he can carry that momentum into this week, he could be a serious threat.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gary Woodland (+7500)</h3>



<p><strong>Gary Woodland</strong> has been showing signs of a resurgence this fall, with strong finishes at both the <strong>Sanderson Farms Championship</strong> and the <strong>Shriners Children's Open</strong>. Woodland finished <strong>5th</strong> at Narashino back in 2020, and his recent improvement with the putter could see him make another strong run.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ryo Hisatsune (+12000)</h3>



<p>One of Japan's rising stars, <strong>Ryo Hisatsune</strong>, has shown consistent improvement at the Zozo Championship, finishing <strong>T6</strong> last year. His comfort playing in Japan and solid form this fall make him an interesting longshot pick at <strong>+12000</strong>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion</h2>



<p>The <strong>Zozo Championship</strong> promises to be an exciting event with a mix of PGA Tour stars and talented international players. Keep an eye on the key metrics that have historically led to success at Narashino Country Club, and watch for players like <strong>Kurt Kitayama</strong>, <strong>Max Homa</strong>, and <strong>Gary Woodland</strong> who have the potential to rise to the top of the leaderboard. Don’t miss the action as the PGA Tour returns to Japan for what should be a thrilling week of golf!</p>

Zozo Championship Preview: PGA Tour Heads to Japan

<p>The PGA Tour heads to our neighbors to the north for the 2023 Canadian Open at the Oakdale Golf &amp; Country Club in Toronto, Ontario. The tournament is the third oldest continuously ran tournament on the PGA Tour behind a pair of major championships, The Open Championship and the U.S. Open. The four-day, stroke play event begins on Thursday, June 8th and concludes on Sunday, June 11th.</p>



<p>Rory McIlroy picked up his second Canadian Open victory after the tournament was canceled the previous two seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic. McIlroy’s four-day tally of 261 (19-under) was two shots clear of runner-up Tony Finau.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The purse for the tournament is $9 million dollars with the winner taking home $1.62 million of the total.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-accuracy-a-premium-at-oakdale-country-club">Accuracy a Premium at Oakdale Country Club</h2>



<p>Oakdale Country Club will be the 37th course in the tournament’s history to host the Canadian Open. As a first time venue, many of the players in this week’s will be seeing the course for the first time.</p>



<p>There are 27 holes on the property and the tournament will blend holes from each of the three nine-hole layouts. The three nine-hole tracks at Oakdale are named after Canadian icons in the game of golf, those are architect Stanley Thompson, eight-time PGA Tour winner George Kundson, and Canadian Golf Hall of Famer Wilf Homenuik.</p>



<p>The front nine blends four holes from the Thompson and five homes from Homenuik together while all nine holes from Kundson will play as the back nine.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Playing as a par-72, the course will stretch approximately 7,200 yards in length. The course’s main defense will be the green complexes that require an accurate approach into the small and sloped greens.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-packed-field-with-international-flare">Packed Field with International Flare</h2>



<p>The final tune up before next week’s U.S. Open, the field is packed with some of the top international talent in the world. McIlroy (+500) returns to defend his title and look for his third Canadian Open victory. Rory was in contention on Sunday at the Memorial Tournament before stumbling down the stretch and settling for a T7.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Tyrrell Hatton (+1200) has been playing so well this season and is bound to get his second PGA Tour victory soon. Hatton has finished in the top 20 in his last four starts, including a T5 at the AT&amp;T Byron Nelson and a T3 at the Wells Fargo Championship.</p>



<p>The top American in the field according to BetOnline is Sam Burns (+1600). Burns has three PGA Tour victories since the beginning of last year, his latest at the World Golf Championship - Dell Technologies Match Play. The 26-year-old will need to improve on his Strokes Gained: Approach to Green this week if he wants to win, coming in ranked 158th on Tour.</p>



<p>Matt Fitzpatrick and Cameron Young also check in as pre-tournament favorites at +1600. Fitzpatrick’s ball-striking ability makes him an intriguing play and his win at the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links confirms that. Young is still looking for his first win on Tour, but the 26-year-old is 16th in SG: Off the Tee and 30th in SG: Approach to Green on Tour.</p>



<p>Other notable players in the field include Tommy Fleetwood (+2000), Corey Conners (+2000), Justin Rose (+2000), and Shane Lowry (+2000).&nbsp;</p>

Canadian Open Betting Preview

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors (7-23) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (20-10) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 11.5 points and have a moneyline of -624.</p>

<p>TSN will have the TV coverage for this game, which is set to take place at FedExForum. The over/under line is currently sitting at 238.5 points.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Toronto?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 7-23 on the season after a 139-125 road loss to the Knicks on Monday. Toronto entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 14. The total score of 264 points exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 36.5 points.</p> <p>The Knicks took control with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 37-34 to 47-34. They outscored the Raptors 40-24 in the 2nd quarter and 41-30 in the 3rd. Toronto made a push in the 4th, outscoring New York 43-28, but it was too late as they entered the final quarter trailing 111-82.</p><p>In their 139-125 loss to the Knicks, the Raptors shot 54.5% from the field and hit 39.3% from deep, making 11 threes. Scottie Barnes led the way with 24 points and 8 assists, while RJ Barrett added 23 points and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Chris Boucher made 4 threes at an 80% clip, finishing with 16 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter. Gradey Dick and Ja'Kobe Walter also contributed 16 points, with Walter scoring 6 in the final period.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively against the Knicks, giving up 139 points on 59% shooting. Toronto allowed 30 points in the 1st quarter, 40 in the 2nd, and 41 in the 3rd before holding New York to 28 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Toronto also had trouble defending the three, as the Knicks hit 17 threes at a 45% clip. The Raptors sent New York to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws. Defensively, Toronto recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Grizzlies?</h3><p>Memphis dropped to 20-10 on the season following a 114-110 loss to the Clippers on Monday. The Grizzlies were favored by six points at home but failed to cover the spread, losing outright. The total points for the game came in at 224, falling short of the 230.5-point line.</p> <p>Memphis led 58-51 at halftime, but the Clippers went on an 11-0 run, extending their lead to 77-61. The Grizzlies battled back to trail 91-90 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Clippers outscored them 23-20 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 24 points in their 114-110 loss to the Clippers, scoring 12 in the opening quarter. Ja Morant added 23 points, with 8 coming in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Desmond Bane contributed 21 points, including 5 in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Memphis hit 16 threes at a 38.1% rate, but struggled overall from the field, shooting just 38.4%. Bane connected on 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep, while Morant made 2 threes at 25%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, where they allowed just 23 points each, the Grizzlies couldn’t overcome a 40-point 3rd quarter from the Clippers, leading to a 114-110 loss. Memphis did well in limiting Los Angeles from beyond the arc, holding them to 9 made threes on 33% shooting.</p> <p>The Grizzlies sent the Clippers to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Memphis grabbed 37 defensive rebounds but gave up 15 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-216) will host the Detroit Pistons (+181) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 5.5 points and have dropped four straight games. The Pistons (+5.5) have won two in a row and are 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 227 points.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-128 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Detroit Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17 this season with a 117-114 win over the Lakers on Monday. The Pistons, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 231 exceeded the over/under line of 222.</p> <p>Detroit went on a key 14-0 run, extending their lead from 32-27 to 46-27. Though the Lakers fought back, the Pistons edged them out in the 4th quarter, winning the final period 24-22.</p><p>Malik Beasley hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 21 points to lead the Pistons to a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Ivey contributed 18 points, shooting 53.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons shot 51.1% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Beasley scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and Cade added 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Overall, Detroit gave up 114 points, with 32 points allowed in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Lakers’ shooting, as Los Angeles hit 54% of their shots, including 14 threes at a 46% clip. Detroit also sent the Lakers to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Pistons finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-17 on the season after a 122-95 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 217 points fell short of the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>After a close first half, the Pacers pulled away by outscoring the Kings 35-26 in the 3rd quarter. Sacramento managed just 17 points in the 4th while allowing 35, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In Sunday's 122-95 loss to the Pacers, the Kings struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was also below average, hitting 31.6% with 12 made threes.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 23 points and 7 assists, though he shot 36.8% from the field and made 2 threes at 33.3%. Domantas Sabonis contributed 17 points and 21 rebounds, shooting 36.4%, while Malik Monk added 14 points, hitting 2 threes at 22.2%.</p><p>The Kings held the Pacers to 21 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively the rest of the way, giving up 31 points in the 2nd and 35 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 122-95 loss. Sacramento allowed Indiana to shoot 58% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Kings sent Indiana to the line just 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Sacramento finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Redbirds and Big Red face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Big Red are hosting the game at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Cornell is favored by -6.5 at home against Illinois State.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cornell Big Red -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CORNELL BIG RED:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Not only will Cornell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redbirds Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Illinois State improved to 6-4 on the season with an 81-60 home win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, December 18th. The Redbirds were -14 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 141 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Illinois State led 36-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Huskies 45-32.</p><p>Illinois State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.3%, with a 55.6% success rate on two-point attempts and 78.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Quentin Jones led the way with 27 points, despite shooting just 1-of-6 from three. Dalton Banks added 17 points on 8-of-10 shooting, and Chase Walker contributed 15 points, hitting 5-of-6 from the field. Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each connected on 4 threes, with Kinziger also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 30 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 24 shots, shooting 41%. Illinois State also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Redbirds allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornell Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Cornell improved to 6-3 on the season with an 88-80 road win over Cal on Tuesday. Entering the game as +9 point underdogs, the Big Red not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 168, just over the O/U line of 166.5.</p> <p>Cornell took control early, leading 47-29 at halftime. While they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 41 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Cornell put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, thanks to hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.1% of their threes.</p> <p>Joshua Ola-Joseph and Cooper Noard each contributed 21 points, with Ola-Joseph hitting 5 of 7 threes. AK Okereke led the team with 24 points, while Mady Sissoko was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6.</p><p>Even with Cornell giving up 80 points, their defense held the opposing team to 43% shooting from the field. The Big Red allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 16 of 31 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cornell's defense saw the opposition make 12 of 33 attempts, good for 36%. The other team also shot 75% from the free-throw line, converting 12 of 16 attempts. Cornell allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>The Giants and Cowboys will face off on Thursday, November 28th at 4:30 ET on FOX. The Giants are +178 on the money line, and the Cowboys are favored by -212. This week 13 matchup features the Giants as +4 point underdogs on the road at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. The over/under line is set at 37.5 points.</p><h3>NEW YORK GIANTS VS DALLAS COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Cowboys -4</p><p>This game will be played at AT&T Stadium at 4:30 ET on Thursday, November 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cowboys winning this one by a score of 23 to 15</li><li>Not only do we have the Cowboys winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 37.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Giants Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With their 30-7 loss to the Buccaneers in week 12, the Giants' losing streak now stands at six games, dropping them to 2-9 on the season. New York ranks 32nd in our NFL power rankings and has a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. They are 0-6 at home this year but are 2-3 on the road, including a week 5 win over the Seahawks. Since then, they have lost four straight, including a 20-17 loss to the Panthers in week 10 and a 27-22 loss to the Commanders in week 9.</p> <p>New York is 3-8 against the spread this season and has failed to cover in six straight games. In week 10, they were 6.5-point favorites against the Panthers but lost by three. In week 12, they were 6-point underdogs against the Bucs, losing by 23. The O/U line for that game was 40 points, with the teams combining for 37. The Giants' O/U record this season is 3-8.</p><p>Heading into week 13, the Giants rank 28th in our offensive power rankings and are 30th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 14.8 points per game. They are 24th in total yards, with 303.8 per game, and 28th in passing yards, despite being 8th in passing attempts. On the ground, New York ranks 19th in rushing yards per game, with 115.9, on 26.5 attempts per contest. The Giants are 17th in the league in 3rd-down conversions and 14th in red zone attempts, converting 45.2% of their trips inside the 20 into touchdowns.</p> <p>In week 12, the Giants were shut out for three quarters before scoring 7 points in the 4th quarter of a 30-7 loss to Tampa Bay. Tommy Devito threw for 189 yards on 21/31 passing, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. led the team with 42 rushing yards on 9 carries. Malik Nabers had 6 receptions for 64 yards. New York converted 5 of 11 3rd-down attempts and went 1/3 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 30-7 loss to the Buccaneers, the Giants' defense struggled to generate pressure, as they failed to record any sacks. The Giants allowed 294 passing yards and 156 rushing yards on 32 attempts (4.9 per attempt). Overall, the Giants gave up 450 total yards to Tampa Bay, and the Buccaneers averaged 9.8 yards per passing attempt.<p></p>Additionally, the Giants allowed Tampa Bay to convert on 54.5% of their third down attempts, and they lost the tackles for loss differential by a margin of -3.</p><h3>Are The Cowboys Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With a 4-7 record, the Cowboys currently sit 3rd in the NFC East. After losing four straight, they bounced back in week 12 with a 34-26 win over the Commanders. Dallas entered the game as 10.5-point underdogs, but they came away with the win, snapping their losing streak. The O/U line was 44.5, and the teams combined for 60 points, marking the second straight game the over has hit in Cowboys games.</p> <p>Heading into week 13, the Cowboys rank 31st in our NFL power rankings and have just a 0.7% chance of making the playoffs. They are 3-8 against the spread, with a -8.9 scoring margin. Their O/U record is 7-4, with their games averaging 49.1 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 13, the Cowboys rank 29th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 20.1 points per game (21st) and 323.2 yards per game (20th). They lead the NFL in passing attempts per game (40.3), resulting in 240.6 passing yards per game, which ranks 8th. On the ground, they rank 29th in rushing attempts and 31st in rushing yards per game, with 82.5. Dallas has struggled on 3rd down, converting just 34.3% of their attempts, but they are 2nd in the league in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Cooper Rush threw for 247 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 12, going 24/32 against Washington. Rico Dowdle led the team with 86 rushing yards on 19 carries, while CeeDee Lamb had 10 receptions for 67 yards. Dallas scored 24 points in the 4th quarter after being held to 3 points through the first half. Lamb is dealing with back and foot injuries and is questionable for week 13.</p><p>In their 34-26 win over the Commanders, the Cowboys' defense gave up 145 rushing yards on 25 attempts, including a 5.8 yards per attempt average. Despite this, they were able to force two interceptions and come up with four sacks. Washington finished with 412 total yards, but Dallas limited them to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down. The Cowboys' defense also allowed 267 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, and a 65.8% completion percentage.<p></p>

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