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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.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Buffalo Sabres vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Winnipeg Jets vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

New York Rangers vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

San Jose Sharks vs St. Louis Blues Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Colorado Avalanche vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

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<p>At 8:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-512) will host the San Antonio Spurs (+388) in a Western Southwest division matchup. The Mavericks (-10.5) are favored and have lost four straight games. The over/under line is set at 228 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas and can be seen on NBA TV. The Spurs are 6-7 and 11th in the Western Conference, while the Mavericks are 5-7 and 12th in the West.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-130 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Spurs Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Spurs fell to 6-7 on the season after a 120-115 home loss to the Lakers on Friday. San Antonio, who entered as +2.5 point underdogs, couldn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 235 exceeded the O/U line of 228.</p> <p>San Antonio started strong with an 11-0 run but couldn’t maintain the momentum. They were outscored 37-30 in the 2nd quarter, and despite winning the 3rd (26-25) and 4th (29-27) quarters, they couldn’t overcome the 93-86 deficit heading into the final period.</p><p>In the Spurs' 120-115 loss to the Lakers, Victor Wembanyama led the way with 28 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 assists, hitting 4 threes despite shooting just 30.8% from deep. Stephon Castle added 22 points and 5 assists, connecting on 3 threes at a 75% clip, while Devin Vassell contributed 15 points and 5 assists, making 3 threes as well.</p> <p>San Antonio hit 17 threes as a team, shooting 37.8% from beyond the arc and 48.9% overall. Wembanyama scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, while Castle added 9 in the 2nd. Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson both scored 5 points in the 4th quarter, with Johnson and Chris Paul each adding 6 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 25. Overall, they gave up 120 points on 50% shooting from the field in their loss to the Lakers.</p> <p>San Antonio had trouble defending the three, with the Lakers hitting 14 threes at a 45% clip. The Spurs sent the Lakers to the line 23 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Spurs recorded 6 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Mavericks?</h3><p>The Mavericks fell to 5-7 on the season after a 115-113 road loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Dallas, who entered the game as 7.5-point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 228, just under the pre-game line of 230.</p> <p>Dallas led 64-61 at halftime but saw the game slip away after an 11-0 run by the Jazz, which extended the score to 83-73. The Mavericks were down 99-85 going into the 4th quarter but made a strong push, outscoring the Jazz 28-16 in the final period.</p><p>Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 37 points and 9 assists in their loss to the Jazz, shooting 52% from the field and hitting 4 threes at a 30.8% clip. As a team, Dallas made 12 threes, shooting just 30.8% from deep, but they connected on 50.6% of their field goals overall.</p> <p>Naji Marshall added 19 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter, while Klay Thompson hit 5 threes, finishing with 17 points despite shooting 35.3% from the field. Quentin Grimes contributed 15 points, with 8 coming in the opening quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up 34 and 38 points, respectively, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 16 points. Overall, they allowed 115 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Dallas held the Jazz to 13 threes on 38% shooting. They also sent Utah to the line 21 times, where the Jazz converted 16 free throws. The Mavericks recorded 11 steals and 10 blocks in the game.</p>

San Antonio Spurs vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<img class="alignleft wp-image-599033" src="http://bangthebook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/first-inning-icon.png" alt="" width="150" height="150" />Maybe you don’t have the patience to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/live-stream-games/">watch an entire MLB game.</a>

Maybe you feel like you have an early edge based on handicapping the starting pitchers and the offenses. Maybe you just like <a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb/">to gamble on baseball.</a>

Whatever the case may be, first inning betting has really taken off recently in the <a href="/mlb-betting-guide/">Major League Baseball betting</a> world. It’s really simple, which may be part of its appeal, but all you have to do as a bettor is decide if a run will be scored in the first inning or not.
<h2>Why Bet MLB First Innings?</h2>
Baseball is a really unique sport in that everything starts with a one-on-one matchup. In football, 11 guys are squaring off with 11 guys. In basketball, the two point guards may be facing off, but the ball moves quickly and teams start running plays and sets. In hockey, it is all about systems and structure. In baseball, it is all about pitcher vs. batter. Once the ball is hit, everybody else comes into play.

Some starting pitchers have a hard time settling into games. Most starting pitchers have clear platoon splits, in which they perform better against hitters of a certain handedness.
<h2>What makes first inning bets popular?</h2>
This is a popular betting option for action junkies, who want a rapid resolution on a bet, but these have also become a very good option for astute bettors that feel like they have an edge. You can bet a lot of these in a given night because of how quickly they are graded and processed and there are also a lot of strong betting angles that come into play.

One of the best things about baseball is that just about every stat can be found at one of the many baseball websites.

<strong>There were 2,657 runs scored in the first inning in 2018!</strong>

You might be surprised to find out that <a href="https://www.beyondtheboxscore.com/2011/7/3/2255959/all-innings-are-not-created-equal-how-run-scoring-varies-by-inning">was the highest-scoring inning</a> of them all.

<strong>The first inning was also the inning with the most home runs with 706.</strong>

Not surprisingly, Colorado allowed the most first inning runs with the thin air of Coors Field. The second team in the ‘R’ column was Baltimore, who had an awful starting rotation.

Teams like the Nationals, Dodgers, and Cardinals, who all had good starting rotations, allowed the fewest first inning runs and the Rays allowed the fourth-fewest, which was aided in large part by their non-traditional “opener” strategy.
<h2>What to Look For When Handicapping First Innings</h2>
You can use a lot of factors to determine whether or not the chances of a team scoring a first inning run are high or low and then go from there.
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 	<li>If a right-handed pitcher that has a lot of problems with left-handed batters is facing three of them at the top of the order, that would increase the chances of a first inning run being scored.</li>
 	<li>If a right-handed pitcher is good at getting lefties out, maybe that first inning will be a little bit easier.</li>
 	<li>Maybe wind is a factor.</li>
 	<li>Maybe that pitcher is coming off of the disabled list.</li>
 	<li>Teams that have <strong>high on-base percentage guys at the top of the order</strong> instead of fast guys with a low on-base percentage are going to have more success. Lineup construction is another big part of the handicap.</li>
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<h2>MLB First Inning Odds</h2>
Sometimes betting odds and lines can be confusing, but first inning scoring is as elementary as it gets. After all, <strong>the betting options are simply labeled “Yes” or “No”.</strong>

Based on the starting pitchers and the lineups, the odds will be different from game to game on both Yes and No.
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Say Corey Kluber is facing off against James Paxton. Those are two of the game’s best pitchers and the Indians and Mariners rarely face each other.

Maybe the Yes will be +180 and the No will be -200 in a game like that.

If Ian Kennedy and James Shields are the starting pitchers, the chances of a first inning run are much higher, so the Yes may be +120 and the No may be -140.

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<h2>Final Thoughts on Betting MLB First Innings</h2>
This isn’t just some sort of gimmick. This is an honest to goodness way to bet edges by studying the pitching matchups and the first five hitters in a lineup. You can also get a lot of plus money prices on the Yes, even though the first inning was the highest-scoring inning.

Use this to your advantage because it can be extremely profitable.

Betting MLB first inning lines

<p>Planning on watching today's Billikens and Shockers game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, MO, as the Shockers hosts this showdown at 10:30 ET on PEAC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 155 points, and Wichita State is favored by -2.5 vs. Saint Louis.</p><h3>SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wichita State Shockers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Center at 10:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Not only will Wichita State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Saint Louis Shock Everyone at T-Mobile Center?</h3><p>The Billikens picked up a 77-71 win over Loyola Marymount on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, Saint Louis entered the game as -6.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, falling short of the 155-point O/U line.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 42-30 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. Despite the win, the Billikens will likely focus on tightening up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Saint Louis put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They connected on 11 of 29 three-point attempts, hitting 37.9% from deep, while making 16 of 32 two-point shots at a 50% rate. At the free-throw line, the Billikens shot 63.2%, converting 12 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>Gibson Jimerson and Isaiah Swope each scored 23 points, with Jimerson hitting 6 of 10 threes at a 60% clip. Will Johnston added 27 points, making 4 of 10 from beyond the arc. Alex Merkviladze contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 3 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Saint Louis gave up 71 points on 44% shooting from the field, as their opponent went 27/61. Inside the arc, the Billikens allowed 50% shooting, with their opponent hitting 16/32 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Saint Louis' defense allowed 11/29 shooting, or 37%. They also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 63%. The Billikens gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Shockers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State picked up a 70-66 win over Monmouth on Monday, November 18th, but the Shockers didn’t make it easy on themselves. Playing at home, they were -17 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. After trailing 31-30 at halftime, Wichita State came out stronger in the 2nd half, outscoring Monmouth 40-35 to secure the win.</p> <p>The total points for the game ended up at 136, which was well below the O/U line of 154.5. While the Shockers got the win, they’ll likely be looking to improve in their next outing, as they were expected to win by a much larger margin.</p><p>Wichita State's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 15 attempts for 13.3%, but connected on 56.4% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Corey Washington led the way with 20 points and 8 rebounds, while Harlond Beverly and Abdi Bashir Jr. each added 15 points. The Shockers also got 12 points from Matej Bosnjak, Cornelius Robinson III, and Xavier Bell.</p><p>Despite Wichita State giving up 66 points, their defense held strong from beyond the arc, limiting their opponent to just 2 made threes on 15 attempts, a 13% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Shockers allowed 22 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, with their opponent shooting 56% from that range. Wichita State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 64%.</p>

Saint Louis Billikens vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Flames and Explorers game? Catch the action at Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL, as the Explorers hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on None. The odds for this non-conference game currently have La Salle as the -3.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS LA SALLE EXPLORERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Center at 11:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does UIC Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>UIC Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UIC dropped a 99-81 decision to James Madison on Thursday, November 21st, in a home game where they entered as +3 underdogs. The Flames not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-41 at halftime, UIC allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>In their latest game, UIC put up 81 points, shooting 51.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.1%, with a strong 58.8% on two-pointers (30/51) but struggling from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 13 threes (23.1%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they made 12 of 19 attempts, shooting 63.2%. Bryce Lindsay led the way with 28 points, shooting 90.9% overall and 83.3% from three (5/6). The Flames also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p><p>UIC's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 99 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 51% from the field. The Flames couldn't contain the inside game, with their opponents hitting 58% of their two-point shots (30/51).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UIC held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts (23%). However, they sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 12 (63%). UIC also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will La Salle Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>La Salle Explorers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>La Salle's season continued with a 72-67 road loss to UC San Diego on Thursday, November 21st. The Explorers entered the game as -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the O/U line of 145.</p> 

<p>La Salle led 31-30 at halftime but allowed 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. Defensive lapses after the break contributed to their loss.</p><p>La Salle's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.2% from the field and 29.2% from three-point range, finishing with 67 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they hit only 58.1% of their free throws, going 18-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>Tyler McGhie led the way with 27 points, hitting 5-of-13 from deep, while Corey McKeithan added 21 points, connecting on 4-of-11 from beyond the arc. The Explorers managed just 6 assists as a team, with McGhie and Nordin Kapic each contributing 2 assists.</p><p>La Salle's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, but they held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, with only 22 made baskets on 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the Explorers limited their opponent to 36% shooting, as they connected on just 11 of 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, La Salle's defense allowed 11 threes on 32 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 17, shooting 60%. La Salle gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UIC Flames vs La Salle Explorers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>The Sabres and Ducks are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ducks will host the game at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Sabres are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5 goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Sabres to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Buffalo?</h3><p>Buffalo fell to 9-9-1 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second.</p> <p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. Buffalo, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>Buffalo's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch netted his fifth goal of the season, scoring on a shorthanded opportunity 8:21 into the first period. The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and didn't score on any of their power play chances. Tuch led the team with 5 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense gave up two goals in the second period, both on the power play, leading to a 2-1 loss to Detroit. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Sabres' defense had 5 takeaways and 17 hits. After taking a 1-0 lead in the first period, Buffalo's defense couldn't hold, allowing the tying goal at 12:11 of the second period and the go-ahead goal at 5:22.</p><h3>Can the Anaheim Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Following a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks are now 8-8-2 this season. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the second before finally scoring in the third. The Ducks managed to score twice in the final period, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, scoring on a power play with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless through the first two periods before McGinn got them on the board at 9:44 in the third. Anaheim recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, giving up the first three goals—two of which were on the power play. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with an 86.2% save percentage. The Ducks' defense also recorded 15 hits and 6 takeaways. After closing the gap to 3-1, they allowed a late goal at 17:43 in the 3rd period, sealing a 4-2 loss.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Anteaters and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Dee Events Center in Ogden, UT, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, UC Irvine is favored by -8 against Weber State. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS WEBER STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Weber State Wildcats +8</p><p>This game will be played at Dee Events Center at 9:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEBER STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Weber State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Anteaters Have What it Takes in Ogden?</h3><p>UC Irvine improved to 3-0 on the season with an 80-62 win over Pepperdine on Saturday. The Anteaters, who were -16.5 favorites, covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 142, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>After trailing 35-33 at halftime, UC Irvine turned things around in the second half, outscoring Pepperdine 47-27 to secure the victory.</p><p>UC Irvine put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 40.6% from the field. They hit 40% from three-point range, knocking down 10 of 25 attempts, and were perfect from the free-throw line, going 14 for 14.</p> <p>Devin Tillis was a standout, scoring 25 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 83.3% overall and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts. Moe Odum contributed 8 assists, while Boubacar Coulibaly added 14 points on 75% shooting.</p><p>Despite UC Irvine's strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to 62 points on 40% shooting, they couldn't come away with the win. The Anteaters limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 40%, with 18 makes on 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Irvine allowed 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% clip. Their opponent was perfect from the free-throw line, hitting all 14 attempts. UC Irvine also gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wildcats Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Weber State Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats dropped a 73-68 decision to the Rainbow Warriors on Sunday, November 17th. Weber State was +6 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 134.</p> 

<p>Weber State led 38-31 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 19 points while allowing 26.</p><p>Weber State managed just 68 points in their last outing, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% rate, and connected on 60% of their free throws, going 12 for 20.</p> <p>Blaise Threatt led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 61.1% overall. Tanner Christensen was nearly perfect, hitting 10 of 11 shots for 25 points. The Wildcats finished with just 7 assists and 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Weber State's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field, making 22 of 51 attempts. Inside the arc, the Wildcats allowed 19 baskets on 36 two-point attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From three-point range, Weber State held the other team to just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. However, they sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 40 times, where they converted 26 of those attempts, shooting 65% from the stripe. The Wildcats also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs Weber State Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>The Hurricanes and Flyers are set to face off at 7:30 ET on TNT. The Flyers will host the game at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. The Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 in this Metropolitan divisional contest against the Flyers. The game's over/under currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Flyers.</li><li>We like the Flyers on the moneyline (+188)</li><li>The Flyers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Carolina Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 13-4-0 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals was a push.</p> 

<p>The Hurricanes scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. Carolina then scored three unanswered goals to secure the win.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the Hurricanes' offense with two goals in their 4-2 win over the Capitals. Orlov found the net for the third time this season, while Martin Necas added his sixth goal and picked up two assists, bringing his assist total to 12. Andrei Svechnikov also scored, netting his sixth goal on an empty net with just nine seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal but failed to convert on any power play opportunities. The Hurricanes scored once in the first period, added two more in the second, and finished with Svechnikov's late empty-netter in the third. The team had 14 giveaways.</p><p>Carolina's defense will look to carry their momentum from the last game, where they shut out the Capitals in the 2nd and 3rd periods. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the Hurricanes' defense added 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p><h3>Can the Flyers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>After a 3-0 loss to the Bruins, the Flyers are now 8-9-2 this season. Philadelphia’s defense struggled, allowing goals in each period, including an empty-netter in the third.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3. As underdogs on the puck line, the Flyers failed to cover.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Boston, managing just 20 shots on goal and failing to score. The Flyers were shut out for the first time this season and had 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Despite the lack of goals, the Flyers did generate some opportunities, but none found the net. They were held scoreless through all three periods.</p><p>Philadelphia's defense gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. The final goal was an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. The Flyers' defense finished with 5 takeaways and 30 hits, while Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

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<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Dolphins game? Catch the action at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL, as the Dolphins hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 143 points, and Jacksonville is favored by -7 at home against South Carolina State.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins -7</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Carolina State Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>South Carolina State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina State's season opener against the Gamecocks ended in an 86-64 loss. The Bulldogs, who were +18.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 150, just over the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-25 at halftime, the Bulldogs put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 45 points, making it difficult to close the gap.</p><p>South Carolina State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and 18.8% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, and they connected on just 54.2% of their free throws, making 13 of 24.</p> <p>Jacobi Wright led the Bulldogs with 20 points, shooting 70% overall and 57.1% from deep. Collin Murray-Boyles added 19 points and 16 rebounds, hitting 7 of 8 shots from the field. The Bulldogs grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and recorded 13 assists as a team.</p><p>South Carolina State Bulldogs gave up 86 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 22 two-point field goals on 37 attempts, a 59% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 8 made threes on 27 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 free throws for a 72% rate.</p><h3>Will the Dolphins Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville dropped to 0-2 this season after a 78-69 loss to Furman on Monday. The Dolphins, who were +8 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in the road matchup.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville led 36-33 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring just 33. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 141.5.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and 24% from beyond the arc, finishing with 69 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, but they managed to grab 15 offensive rebounds and hit 75% of their free throws.</p> <p>Robert McCray V and Charles Johnston led the way, with McCray scoring 26 points and 5 rebounds, while Johnston added 25 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes. Zach Bell had a tough night from deep, making just 1 of 11 attempts.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 17/31 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville's opponents shot 34%, hitting 9 of 26 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws for 70%. Jacksonville gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Jacksonville Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/14/24

College Basketball

Presbyterian Blue Hose vs Youngstown State Penguins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Little Rock Trojans vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Wofford Terriers vs St. Thomas (MN) Tommies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

South Dakota Coyotes vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Northwestern State Demons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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

FIU Golden Panthers vs Northeastern Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs San Diego Toreros NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

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

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

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ragin' Cajuns and Flames. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Flames at Sports and Fitness Center in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with Liberty being favored by -12.5 over Louisiana-Lafayette.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sports and Fitness Center at 5:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Ragin' Cajuns Chances in Saint Thomas</h3><p>Louisiana-Lafayette dropped their recent game to Rice, 83-61, on Tuesday. The Ragin' Cajuns were -3.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>After trailing 41-40 at halftime, Louisiana-Lafayette struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 21 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Louisiana-Lafayette struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.7% from the field and 32% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit only 3 of 8 free throws (37.5%).</p> <p>Denver Anglin hit 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 20 points, while Caden Powell went 7 of 8 from the field, adding 17 points and 9 rebounds. Trae Broadnax contributed 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p><p>Even though Louisiana-Lafayette gave up 83 points, they held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including 37% on two-point attempts (17/45). From beyond the arc, the Ragin' Cajuns allowed 8 threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting rate.</p> <p>Louisiana-Lafayette also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made just 3 shots, a 37% success rate. The Ragin' Cajuns gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Liberty Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty picked up a 68-47 road win over Charleston on Sunday, November 17th. The Flames entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and not only won but covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 29-29 tie at halftime, Liberty's defense stepped up, allowing just 18 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The game’s total points of 115 fell well below the O/U line of 141.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 52% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 44.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 18 from deep, while shooting 56.2% on two-pointers. Their free-throw shooting was a weak spot, as they made just 8 of 15 attempts, good for 53.3%.</p> <p>The Flames recorded 17 assists and grabbed 5 offensive rebounds. Zach Cleveland led the way with 20 points on 8 of 12 shooting, adding 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Lazar Djokovic contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, while Isaiah Ihnen added 13 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc and grabbing 7 boards.</p><p>Liberty's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 47 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 12 of 39 attempts, also at 30%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Liberty allowed just 4 threes on 13 attempts, keeping the opponent at 30% from deep. They sent the other team to the line 14 times, where they converted 11 free throws, and Liberty gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hurricanes versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. Miami is favored by -9.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 141.5 points.</p><h3>MIAMI HURRICANES VS DRAKE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drake Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 12:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DRAKE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Drake pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Miami Be The Talk of TD Arena?</h3><p>Miami cruised to a 93-63 win over Coppin State on Sunday, November 17th, at home. The Hurricanes were heavy favorites, entering the game as 37-point favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 141.</p> <p>Miami dominated the first half, leading 43-19 at the break. While they put up 50 points in the second half, they allowed Coppin State to score 44 points, which may be a concern for Miami moving forward.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 93 points with a 56.2% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, thanks in part to hitting 51.9% of their threes, connecting on 14 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>The Hurricanes dished out 21 assists, with Matthew Cleveland leading the way, scoring 15 points and hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. A.J. Staton-McCray was perfect from three, going 3 for 3 and finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Even with a strong offensive performance, Miami's defense couldn't hold up, conceding 63 points. They allowed their opponent to shoot 56% from the field, including 59% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Miami's opponent connected on 14 of 27 threes, shooting 51%. They also went 7/9 from the free-throw line. Miami gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Drake Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Drake Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drake edged out a 63-61 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Saturday, November 16th, in a home game. The Bulldogs were -11 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Drake trailed 31-30 at halftime but outscored FGCU 33-30 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 21 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.1%, and they connected on 68% of their free throws, going 17 for 25 from the line.</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 25 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 50% from three. Daniel Abreu added 17 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, while Zavian McLean also contributed 17 points, shooting 53.8% from the field.</p><p>Drake's defense gave up 61 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they were 14/24, hitting 58% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent went 6/21, shooting 28%. They also got to the free-throw line 25 times, making 17 for a 68% success rate. Drake allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Miami Hurricanes vs Drake Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Panthers and Vikings. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Vikings at Wolstein Center in Cleveland, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Horizon League conference game currently have Cleveland State as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 156 points.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE PANTHERS VS CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland State Vikings -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wolstein Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, February 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Cleveland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Milwaukee?</h3><p>With a record of 12-13, Milwaukee has struggled on the road this season, going just 3-10 away from home. Over their last ten road games, the Panthers have gone just 3-7, and they enter this game on a two-game losing streak.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Milwaukee has gone 4-8 this season. In their last game, the Panthers fell to Robert Morris by a score of 71-60.</p><p>Against the spread, Milwaukee has a record of 10-13 this season. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-8, while they have gone 6-6 vs. the spread as the underdog. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Panthers are 5-5.</p><p>This season, the average over/under line in Milwaukee games is 154.3 and their over/under record is 13-8-2. So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 156. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 155 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 5-4-1.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 78.4 points per game, the Milwaukee had a below average performance. They scored 60 points against Robert Morris and had a field goal percentage of 33.9%. Offensively, the Panthers hold a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, placing them 255th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 265th in terms of percentage and 95th in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Panthers' defense is ranked 301st in the country at 79.2 points per contest. The Milwaukee defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 71 points and allowed Robert Morris to connect on 8 threes.</p><h3>Will the Cleveland State Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>At home this season, Cleveland State has gone 10-1, and they have a scoring margin of +7.2. Overall, they are 15-10, and they have a record of 8-6 in the Horizon League. They are favored by 3.5 points today.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Vikings defeated Purdue Fort Wayne by a score of 75-72. Over their last ten games at home, they have gone 9-1.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Cleveland State has gone 6-7 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Vikings have an ATS record of 5-5. At home, their ATS mark is 6-5 this year and 12-12 overall.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Cleveland State games is 12-12. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 147.1 and their games are averaging 151 points. Today, the over/under line for their game against Milwaukee is set at 156. Currently, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Cleveland State offense ended with 75 points against Purdue Fort Wayne. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50.9% and made 7 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Tristan Enaruna who comes into today's matchup averaging 19.2. Drew Lowder also heads into the game with a PPG average of 12.5.</p><p>On the defensive side, Cleveland State is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 73.8 points per game. Against Purdue Fort Wayne in their most recent game, the Cleveland State defense gave up a total of 72 points while allowing Purdue Fort Wayne to hit 50% of their shots.</p>

Milwaukee Panthers vs Cleveland State Vikings Betting Pick & Prediction 2/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Seminoles game? Catch the action at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT, as the Seminoles hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida State as the -5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles -5</p><p>This game will be played at Mohegan Sun Arena at 5:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Temple Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Owls dropped a 72-69 decision to Boston College on Friday, November 15th. Temple, who were -2 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game reached 141, falling just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Temple trailed 46-41 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 26 points while scoring 28. Despite the improved defense, the Owls couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Temple's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 44.4% of their threes (8/18). Inside the arc, they struggled, shooting just 41.5% on two-point attempts (17/41).</p> <p>Elijah Strong led the way with 25 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 57.9% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 23 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes (57.1%). Temple had 13 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Temple's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Temple's opponents hit 7 threes on 20 attempts, shooting 35%. The Owls also sent their opponents to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, a 65% success rate. Temple gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Seminoles Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Florida State Seminoles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Florida State picked up a 79-61 win over Hofstra on Tuesday, November 19th, at home. The Seminoles were -9 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 140, just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>FSU led 32-23 at halftime and then scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38 points to Hofstra.</p><p>Florida State put up 79 points in their latest game, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They hit 54.8% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.6% from beyond the arc, going 9-for-26 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Seminoles shot 78.3%, making 18 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Jamir Watkins led the team with 17 points, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 2 of 8 threes. KiJan Robinson was more efficient, shooting 50% from three and finishing with 13 points in just 18 minutes. Malique Ewin also added 13 points, shooting 75% from the field, while Jaquan Sanders contributed 13 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 7 from long range.</p><p>Florida State's defense gave up 61 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field on 26 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, with 17 of 31 two-point shots finding the mark.</p> <p>From three-point range, Florida State's defense held their opponents to 34% shooting, as they connected on 9 of 26 attempts. The Seminoles also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 18, shooting 78%. Florida State gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Temple Owls vs Florida State Seminoles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Devils and Wildcats face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN2. The Wildcats are hosting the game at McKale Center in Tucson, AZ. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 160.5 points, and Arizona is favored by -1.5 at home against Duke.</p><h3>DUKE BLUE DEVILS VS ARIZONA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duke Blue Devils +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKale Center at 10:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUKE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Arizona winning straight-up, we like Duke at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Blue Devils Have What it Takes in Tucson?</h3><p>Duke cruised to an 86-35 win over Wofford on Saturday, November 16th. Playing at home, the Blue Devils were -29 favorites and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points were 121, falling well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Duke dominated early, leading 51-14 at halftime. They added 35 points in the 2nd half while holding Wofford to 21 points after the break.</p><p>Duke's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a field goal percentage of 48.4%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.3%, thanks to hitting 16 threes at a 42.1% clip and shooting 58.3% from two-point range.</p> <p>The Blue Devils also excelled at the free-throw line, knocking down 10 of 11 attempts for 90.9%. They dished out 24 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Tyrese Proctor led the way with 15 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, while Caleb Foster connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 13 points.</p><p>Despite Duke's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponent, who scored 35 points while shooting 48% from the field. Duke allowed 16 three-pointers on 38 attempts, with their opponent hitting 42% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Blue Devils also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 10 of those attempts, shooting 90%. Duke gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Wildcats Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Arizona’s season took a hit with a 103-88 loss to Wisconsin on Friday. The Wildcats were -4.5 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 191, well over the pre-game O/U line of 152.</p> <p>Arizona trailed 55-44 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 44 points while allowing 48. Defensive issues continue to be a concern for the Wildcats.</p><p>Arizona put up 88 points in their last game, despite shooting just 37.8% from the field and 17.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.5%, but they made up for it by hitting 28 free throws at a 70% clip and grabbing 24 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>John Tonje led the way with 41 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes and shooting 57.1% overall. Jaden Bradley added 22 points, while Trey Townsend contributed 17 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Arizona's defense struggled, giving up 103 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 48% from the field, including 52% on two-point attempts. They also gave up 12 threes on 27 attempts, a 44% success rate.</p> <p>Even with just 2 offensive rebounds allowed, Arizona sent their opponent to the line 47 times, where they converted 41 free throws, shooting 87%.</p>

Duke Blue Devils vs Arizona Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SEC. The game will be played at Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 159.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -33.5 vs. Jackson State.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jackson State Tigers +33.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rupp Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSON STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Jackson State at +33.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 159.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough in Lexington?</h3><h3>Jackson State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jackson State fell 79-62 to Western Kentucky on Wednesday, November 20th. The Tigers were +15.5 point underdogs going into the game and did not cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Jackson State trailed 40-28 at halftime and were outscored 39-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 141 fell short of the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Jackson State put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They hit 32% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 46.6%.</p> <p>Tamarion Hoover led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three and shooting 70% overall. Khristian Lander also impressed, knocking down 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 15 points on 71.4% shooting.</p><p>Jackson State's defense struggled from beyond the arc, allowing the opponent to hit 14 threes on 45% shooting. Overall, they gave up 79 points, with the other team shooting 43% from the field.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Jackson State held their opponent to 42% shooting, with the other team making 16 of 38 two-point attempts. They also sent the opponent to the line 8 times, where they hit 5 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Kentucky improved to 3-0 with a 97-68 win over Lipscomb on Tuesday. The Wildcats, who were -21.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Kentucky led 43-26 at halftime and scored 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 165 went over the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 97 points while shooting 54.8% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 25 threes for a 48% success rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 64.5%.</p> <p>Jaxson Robinson led the way with 20 points, while Lamont Butler and Otega Oweh were perfect from three, each hitting all their attempts. Butler finished 3/3 from deep, and Oweh went 1/1, with both players shooting over 75% overall.</p><p>Kentucky's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 68 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Wildcats allowed 34 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's opponents shot 48%, hitting 12 threes on 25 attempts. They also shot 81% from the free-throw line, making 17 of 21.</p>

Jackson State Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Blues and Ducks game? Catch the action at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, as the Ducks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blues come into this Western conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 8:00 ET on Sunday, April 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Ducks.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+132)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can St. Louis Pull Off A Win at Honda Center?</h3><p><p>With just 85 points, the Blues sit 9th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Central Division. St. Louis has gone 40-31-5 overall this season, including a 24-22 record against conference opponents and a 10-14 mark against division foes. Over their last ten games, the Blues are 5-5, and they have gone 2-3 in their last five contests.</p>

<p>On the road, St. Louis has gone 17-18-3 this season, and they have been favored in 19 of their 76 games, going 9-9-1 in those contests. For the year, the Blues have been the underdog in 57 of their games, going 31-22-4 in those matchups. In their last three games, the Blues are just 1-2.</p></p><p>On the season, the Blues have an average scoring margin of -.1 goals per game, and they have gone 45-31 against the puck line. So far, St. Louis has played 57 games as the underdog and has gone 37-20 against the puck line in those games.</p>

<p>When playing on the road, the Blues have gone 19-19 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin away from home is -.6 goals per game. In their last ten road games, St. Louis has gone 5-5 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, St. Louis' games have finished with 5.9 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.2. In total, the Blues come in with an over/under record of 31-38-7.</p><p>Through their last three road contests, the Blues offense has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing an average of 4. St. Louis posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.</p><p>The Blues come into the game scoring an average of 2.9 goals per game, putting them 26th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 23rd in the league. St. Louis' offense is currently ranked 24th in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 4th in the league.</p><p>St. Louis' leading goal scorer is Jake Neighbours. So far this season, he has 27 goals, placing him 51st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 11 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks come into the season ranked 4th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 32.4 shots per game against Anaheim. For the season, they are ranked 32nd in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Jordan Binnington comes into the game having made 51 starts this season. So far, his record is 27-19 and he has a save percentage of 0.956%.</p><h3>Will the Anaheim Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Ducks have gone 11-25-2, and in the Pacific Division, they are in 7th place. In the Western Conference, Anaheim is in 14th place with a record of 25-48-4. Over their last ten games, the Ducks have gone 2-8, and they have lost four straight games.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Anaheim has gone 21-43-4 this season, and when playing against teams in the Western Conference, they have gone 12-33. Over their last three games, the Ducks have gone 1-2, and in their last five games, they have gone 1-4.</p></p><p>So far this season, the Ducks have gone 38-39 against the puck line, including a mark of 18-20 at home. In their games as the underdog, Anaheim has a puck line record of 35-33.</p>

<p>When looking at their scoring differential, the Ducks have an average scoring margin of -1.2 goals per game. In their 68 games as the underdog, their scoring margin drops to -1.3 goals per contest.</p> <p>This season, Anaheim's games are averaging 6.1 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.3. The Ducks currently have an over/under record of 35-38-4.</p><p>Through their last three road games, St. Louis has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>On offense, the Ducks are averaging 2.4 goals per game which is 30th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 29th in the league. This season, the Ducks are 5-17 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 18-28 record.</p><p>Anaheim will be looking for a good game from Frank Vatrano who leads the team in scoring with 30 goals, ranking 37th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 23 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Ducks head into the game ranked 4th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 32.4 shots per game against Anaheim. So far, they are 32nd in shutouts, achieving 1 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. St. Louis, goalie Lukas Dostal has started 34 games in this season. His current record is 12-22, and his save percentage stands at 0.752%.</p>

St. Louis Blues vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 4/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Phoenix and Fighting Irish game? Catch the action at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, IN, as the Fighting Irish hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ACC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142 points, with Notre Dame being favored by -16.5 over Elon.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Elon Phoenix +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Purcell Pavilion at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ELON PHOENIX:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Fighting Irish.</li><li>Even though we have Notre Dame winning straight-up, we like Elon at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Phoenix Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon picked up a 75-48 road win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, November 20th. The Phoenix entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game were 123, falling well short of the O/U line of 144.</p> 

<p>Elon led 38-29 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 19 points while scoring 37 of their own.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 46% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage came in at 52%, and they were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 79.3% of their attempts (23/29).</p> <p>TK Simpkins led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 58.3% overall. James Dent Jr. added 16 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from three-point range, while also dishing out 4 assists. Elon grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Elon’s defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 30% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 9/32, which is just 28%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Elon allowed 9 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 10 times, where they made just 3 free throws. Elon gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Notre Dame Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Notre Dame Fighting Irish Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Notre Dame picked up a 75-58 win over North Dakota on Tuesday, November 19th. The Irish were at home and entered the game as -18.5 point favorites.</p> 

<p>Notre Dame led 38-31 at halftime and held North Dakota to 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 themselves. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 145-point O/U line.</p><p>Notre Dame's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 51.6% from the field. Their two-point shooting was particularly strong, hitting 64.4% of their attempts, while they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 17.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Markus Burton led the way with 29 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 65.0% overall and 50.0% from three. The Irish also got 13 points from Treysen Eaglestaff, who hit 3 threes at a 50.0% clip.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense gave up 58 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 51% from the field, including 64% on two-point attempts (29/45). However, they limited the damage from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 3 made threes on 17 attempts (17%).</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 8/10, hitting 80% of their shots. Notre Dame also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Jets and Penguins. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Penguins at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. Get ready to place your bets! In this non-conference matchup, the Jets are favored by -1.5 vs. the Penguins. The over/under for the game is 6.5 goals.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Penguins to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Penguins on the moneyline (+134)</li><li>The Penguins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Jets Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 16-3-0. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals was surpassed, with the teams combining for 11.</p>

<p>Trailing 2-0 in the first period, the Jets responded with seven different players finding the net. Winnipeg took the lead for good at 12:22 in the third period, and added two empty-net goals to seal the victory.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense fired 34 shots on goal, with seven different players finding the net in a 7-4 win over Tampa Bay. Vladislav Namestnikov opened the scoring for the Jets, netting his third goal of the season. Alex Iafallo added his first goal of the year, while Dylan Samberg scored his third. Nikolaj Ehlers, with his ninth goal, and Cole Perfetti, with his fourth, both scored on empty nets.</p> <p>Josh Morrissey picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 13. Mark Scheifele added his 10th assist and scored his eighth goal earlier in the game. The Jets scored once on the power play and had 7 offensive giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game and another tying goal at 4-4 in the 3rd period. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage. The Jets' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p><h3>Will Pittsburgh Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins improved to 7-10-4. Pittsburgh covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby scored twice for the Penguins, and Blake Lizotte added an empty-net goal. Pittsburgh kept Montreal scoreless until the third period, when the Canadiens cut the lead to 2-1.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins' offense with two goals in their 3-1 win over Montreal, including his 5th of the season on a power play in the second period. Blake Lizotte added his 2nd goal of the year, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. The Penguins scored once in each period, with Crosby's first goal coming at 4:03 in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins allowed the Canadiens to score just one goal, which came 5:32 into the 3rd period. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic recorded 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also had 5 takeaways, 19 hits, and 19 blocks.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Cardinals? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McDermott Convocation Center in San Antonio, TX. Lamar is favored by -5.5 in this Southland conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 152 points.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at McDermott Convocation Center at 7:30 ET on Monday, February 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Incarnate Word pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have A Chance at McDermott Convocation Center?</h3><p>After a win over Nicholls, Lamar is 13-10 overall and 7-3 in Southland Conference play. They have gone 6-7 in non-conference games, and they are 1-9 on the road compared to 10-1 at home. The Cardinals are favored by 5.5 points today, and they are 9-1 when favored this season.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 road games, Lamar has gone just 1-9, and they have lost three straight on the road. On the other hand, they have won six straight games at home, and their average scoring margin at home is +13.7 points per game.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Lamar has an 8-2 record vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cardinals have an ATS mark of 8-2. However, on the road, Lamar has gone just 4-6 vs. the spread this season and are 0-3 ATS in their last 3 road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 152 is higher than the average over/under line in Lamar's games this season (149.7). So far, 14 of their games have had more than 152 points. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 150 points.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 80.7 points per game, Lamar struggled in their previous game. Against Nicholls, the Cardinals scored 75 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5%. Jakevion Buckley led the team in scoring, putting up 15 points. Additionally, Cody Pennebaker contributed 14 points for the Cardinals.</p><p>At this time, the Cardinals' defense is positioned 244th in the country, permitting 74.9 points per game. Against Nicholls in their most recent game, the Lamar defense gave up a total of 56 points while allowing Nicholls to hit 47% of their shots.</p><h3>Can Incarnate Word Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>Despite being the underdog, Incarnate Word has been the underdog in 18 of their 23 games this season. They have gone 4-14 in those games compared to 1-2 when they are favored. On the year, they are 7-16 compared to their opponent Lamar who is 10-11.</p>

<p>Incarnate Word has struggled at home this season, going just 2-4. They are coming off a loss to Houston Christian by a score of 86-83. Over their last 10 games at home, they are 5-5.</p><p>As the underdog, Incarnate Word has a record of 8-9-1 vs. the spread this season. At home, their ATS mark is 3-3 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 4-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 3 home games, the Cardinals have gone 1-2 ATS and their overall ATS record for the year is 8-12-1.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record in Incarnate Word games is 12-9 and the average scoring total is 150.9. So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 152. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 156 points.</p><p>Incarnate Word finished with 83 points in their game against Houston Christian. This total surpasses their season-average of 73.5 points per game. In terms of offense, the Cardinals have a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, putting them 288th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 191st in percentage and 135th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Currently, the Cardinals' defense holds the 303rd rank in the nation, allowing 78.3 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Incarnate Word's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 34.5% this season.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Incarnate Word Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 2/12/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bulldogs and Aggies. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Aggies at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have Utah State as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142 points.</p><h3>FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS VS UTAH STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 3:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Even though we have Utah State winning straight-up, we like Fresno State at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Fresno State Pull Off A Win at Thomas & Mack Center?</h3><p>On the season, Fresno State has an overall record of 11-20, including a 4-13 mark in Mountain West Conference play. The Bulldogs have lost six straight games, and they are 3-9 on the road this season.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Fresno State has gone just 2-16 on the year. In their last game, the Bulldogs lost to Wyoming by a score of 86-47. Over their last 10 road games, Fresno State has gone 3-7.</p><p>As the underdog, Fresno State has gone 6-12 against the spread this season. On the road, their ATS mark is 5-7 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs are 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record in Fresno State games is 16-13, and today's over/under line of 142 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (138.5). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 139 points.</p><p>The Fresno State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 47 points vs. Wyoming. Overall their field goal percentage was 28.6% while connecting on 5 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Xavier Dusell, who is averaging 11.6 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Isaiah Hill also maintains a PPG average of 11.8 heading into game.</p><p>Currently, the Bulldogs' defense holds the 218th rank in the nation, allowing 73.5 points per game. In their previous game vs. Wyoming, the Cowboys finished with a field goal percentage of 28% and a total of 86 points vs. Fresno State.</p><h3>Can the Aggies Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Utah State has been dominant at home this season, going 14-1 with an average scoring margin of +12.0 points per game. Over their last ten games at home, they have gone 9-1. Overall, the Aggies have won four straight games, and they are 26-5 this season.</p>

<p>As for their opponent, Fresno State, they are 12.5-point underdogs. So far this season, Utah State has been favored in 23 of their 31 games, going 22-1 in those games. The Aggies have also been strong in Mountain West play, going 13-3 compared to 13-2 in non-conference games.</p><p>Utah State's ATS record this season is 15-11-1, including a mark of 9-6 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Aggies have gone 5-4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Utah State's over/under record for the season sits at 15-12, and the average scoring total in their games is 148.6 points. Today's over/under line of 142 is lower than the average OU line in their games (145.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 154 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 5-5.</p><p>In their latest game, Utah State offense put up 87 points against New Mexico. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 53.6% and made 6 threes. One area that the Utah State offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 51st in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 49%.</p><p>So far, the Aggies' defense is ranked 103rd in the country at 69.6 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Utah State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 26.9% this season.</p>

Fresno State Bulldogs vs Utah State Aggies Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Pride and Cougars game? Catch the action at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 131 points, with Houston being favored by -27.5 over Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hofstra Pride +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOFSTRA PRIDE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like Hofstra at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Offense Score Enough in Houston?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hofstra’s season continued with a 79-61 road loss to Florida State on Tuesday. The Pride entered the game as +9 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Hofstra trailed 32-23 at halftime and allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38. The game’s total points (140) fell just under the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 61 points in their last game, shooting 48% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56%. They connected on 61.5% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three-point range.</p> <p>Jamir Watkins led the Pride with 17 points, despite shooting just 25% from deep. Jean Aranguren, Malique Ewin, Jaquan Sanders, and KiJan Robinson each added 13 points, with Robinson hitting 50% of his threes and Sanders dishing out 5 assists.</p><p>Hofstra's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, they conceded 54% shooting, with the other team hitting 17 of their 31 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hofstra's opponents went 9/26, shooting 34%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 18 free throws for a 78% success rate. Hofstra allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Houston Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Houston continued their dominant start to the season with a 91-45 win over Louisiana-Lafayette on Wednesday. The Cougars, playing at home, were -31.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 51-25 at halftime, and kept up the pressure in the second half, outscoring the Ragin' Cajuns 40-20. The combined points of 136 fell just under the O/U line of 140.</p><p>Houston put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 52.9%. They hit 43.5% of their threes, going 10-for-23 from deep, while connecting on 46.7% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Cougars shot 70.4%, making 19 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, Houston grabbed 18 rebounds, and they dished out 13 assists. Terrance Arceneaux led the team with 14 points, despite shooting just 28.6% overall and 25.0% from three. Milos Uzan added 13 points and 5 assists, hitting 55.6% of his shots and 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Houston's defensive efforts, they allowed 45 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. The Cougars gave up 31 made field goals on 68 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's opponent connected on 10 of 23 threes, shooting 43%. They also went to the line 27 times, making 19 free throws for a 70% clip.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Houston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/22/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-175) will host the Denver Nuggets (+146) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 4 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>Memphis (8-6) is currently 7th in the Western Conference, while Denver (7-5) is 6th. The Nuggets have lost two straight games.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -4</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, November 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-107 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with Jaren Jackson Jr. points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.0% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Nuggets Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Nuggets fell to 7-5 after a 105-90 loss to the Grizzlies on Sunday. Denver, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 195 points was well below the O/U line of 228.</p> <p>Memphis took control with an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 33-26 to 44-26. Denver struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, being outscored 56-39. They entered the 4th quarter down 84-64 but managed to outscore Memphis 26-21 in the final period.</p><p>In their 105-90 loss to the Grizzlies, the Nuggets shot just 41.7% from the field and made 10 threes at a 32.3% clip. Julian Strawther led Denver with 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 57.1% efficiency.</p> <p>Strawther scored 13 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Christian Braun and Jamal Murray each added 13 points overall. Braun and Russell Westbrook both contributed 6 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Even with a solid defensive effort, the Nuggets couldn’t pull off the win, allowing 105 points to the Grizzlies. Denver gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter and 29 in the 3rd, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 21 points.</p> <p>The Nuggets held Memphis to 33% shooting from three, with the Grizzlies making 13 threes. Denver also sent Memphis to the line just 12 times, where they hit 10 free throws. The Nuggets finished with 9 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Does Memphis Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 8-6 on the season after a 105-90 win over the Nuggets on Sunday. Playing at home, Memphis entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread with a 15-point victory. The game’s total score of 195 points fell well short of the 228-point O/U line.</p> <p>Memphis took control with an 11-0 run, stretching their lead from 33-26 to 44-26. They outscored Denver 27-18 in the 2nd quarter and 29-21 in the 3rd, going into the 4th with an 84-64 lead. Though the Nuggets won the final quarter 26-21, the Grizzlies’ lead was too much to overcome.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 20 points in their 105-90 win over the Nuggets, shooting 43.8% from the field and hitting 2 threes at a 40% clip. Jaylen Wells added 15 points, with 10 of those coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Desmond Bane contributed 11 points, 7 assists, and 11 rebounds. The Grizzlies shot 45.1% from the field, making 13 threes at 33.3% efficiency.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Nuggets, holding them to just 90 points on Sunday. Memphis was especially tough in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, they limited Denver to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies held the Nuggets to 10 made threes on 32% shooting. Memphis also sent Denver to the line just 14 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Grizzlies finished with 10 steals and 10 blocks in the game.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 11/19/24

The New York Islanders had a gameplan and they executed it to perfection in Game 1. Now the Washington Capitals will have to figure out how to make adjustments against a head coach that knows them about as well as they know themselves.

Early money has come in on the underdog Islanders for Game 2 of the best-of-seven Eastern Conference series to drive the pup price to +105 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi"><strong>BetDSI Sportsbook</strong></a>. The Capitals are -125 the day before Friday night’s Game 2 in Toronto.

The Islanders and Capitals had a little bit of a feeling-out process in the first period of Game 1, but apparently Barry Trotz saw what he needed to see. His Islanders fell behind 2-0 on a couple of TJ Oshie power play goals and then scored four unanswered to come away with a 4-2 victory. The Islanders were aggressive and they were physical in the series, as Trotz put out a message to make life uncomfortable for guys like Nicklas Backstrom and John Carlson.

It worked. Capitals players called the blatant interference by Anders Lee “predatory”, but Lee will not face any supplemental discipline from the league. Backstrom, however, will miss Game 2. The Capitals spent most of the game trying to exact revenge on Lee and the Islanders instead of worrying about scoring goals. They were clearly thrown off by what transpired and how they had to shuffle the lineup to account for the loss of their star playmaker.

Backstrom’s absence rendered the Capitals offense punchless. They only had nine scoring chances in the game and only three of them were considered high-danger scoring chances. The Islanders had 21 scoring chances, with nine of them in the third period. Six of the nine were high-danger chances, which is when the Islanders scored three of their four goals. They had all three of the 5-v-5 goals in the game.

Braden Holtby is really under the microscope in this series. Holtby had a poor regular season and then backup goaltender Ilya Samsonov was deemed unfit to play in the postseason after suffering an injury before the restart. Holtby only stopped 23 of 27 shots. He allowed six goals on 70 shots in the three Round Robin games.

If it was just a blip on the radar coming back from the long layoff, that would be one thing. It isn’t. Holtby had a 3.11 GAA and an .897 SV% during the regular season. His -16.76 goals saved above average mark was far and away the worst of his career. He also struggled during the 2017-18 season to a similar degree, but took over in the playoffs for Philipp Grubauer and backstopped the Capitals to the first Stanley Cup win in franchise history.

The hope is there that Holtby can right the ship based on his career track record and some of his past playoff history, but he better find it soon, otherwise the Capitals are going to find themselves in quite a predicament.

Semyon Varlamov stopped 24 of 26 shots thrown his way, but the Capitals were not their usual offensive selves. They really missed Backstrom and couldn’t find a rhythm. This is a Capitals team that was fifth in 5-v-5 goals in the regular season and 11th in high-danger chances. They looked nothing like that team in Game 1. It stands to reason that Trotz would know what to do against his former employer. It also stands to reason that the Capitals should be better in Game 2. How much better is the question.

Varlamov has been inconsistent throughout his career, but he had one of his better seasons in his first year in an Islanders uniform. He had a 2.62 GAA, his lowest since the 2014-15 season, and a .914 SV%, which was right in line with his career average. The Islanders did not allow a lot of goals this season and he and backup Thomas Greiss were benefactors of the efforts of the guys in front of them.

If the Islanders can limit the chances for Washington again in Game 2, Varlamov won’t have to be superhuman, like we’ve seen other goaltenders have to do in the playoffs already. If the Capitals make the right adjustments and put some additional pressure on Varlamov and the Islanders, it could be a different story.

This is a tough game to bet. The under 5.5 makes sense with Backstrom out and a limited number of shots and scoring chances in Game 1, but it is heavily juiced in the -135 range. The side has moved down a bit, likely with the news that Backstrom won’t play. He is a major cog and facilitator for that Washington attack.

With how poorly Washington played 5-v-5, it is hard to lay a price with them in this spot, so the Islanders are the play for a smaller bet size than normal.

<strong>Pick: New York Islanders (+105)</strong>
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