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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.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Coming into this week 11 matchup, the Ohio Bobcats are 5-3 for the season, and they are on the road vs. the Kent State Golden Flashes. The game is set for 7:00 ET at Dix Stadium in Kent, and ESNU is handling the TV coverage. Kent State is still looking for their first win of the season, and the Bobcats are heavy -18.5-point favorites, with the over/under line at 52.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kent State Golden Flashes +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dix Stadium at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENT STATE GOLDEN FLASHES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ohio Bobcats winning this one by a score of 38 to 21</li><li>Even though we like the Ohio Bobcats to win, our ATS pick is to take the Kent State Golden Flashes at +18.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 52.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ohio Bobcats Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Ohio enters Week 11 against Kent State with a 5-3 record, holding the 95th spot in our power rankings. They have a 99.2% chance of becoming bowl-eligible but only an 11.3% shot at winning the Mid-American Conference.</p> <p></p><p>The Bobcats are undefeated at home (3-0) but have struggled on the road (1-3). They’ve been favored in three games this season, going 3-0 as the favorite. Ohio’s average scoring margin is +1.8 points per game, and they are 4-3 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Ohio’s over/under record is 5-2, with their games averaging 48.2 points. Their average over/under line is 46.9 points, and this week’s line is set at 52.5 points.</p><p>Ohio’s offense has leaned heavily on their rushing attack, averaging 202.6 yards per game, ranking 34th nationally. They are 41st in rushing attempts per game. Anthony Tyus III leads the team with 610 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. Overall, Ohio is scoring 25 points per game and is ranked 84th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Parker Navarro has thrown for 1,217 yards, with seven touchdowns and seven interceptions. His passer rating is 86. Ohio ranks 113th in passing yards per game. Coleman Owen has 672 receiving yards and five touchdowns on 44 catches.</p><p>Ohio's defense has allowed 23.2 points per game this season, ranking 32nd nationally. In their recent game against Buffalo, they gave up 16 points, allowing 393 total yards, including 183 rushing yards and 210 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 220 passing yards per game against Ohio, completing 63.7% of their passes. On the ground, Ohio’s defense has faced 31.4 rushing attempts per game, giving up an average of 117.4 rushing yards, ranking 38th in the country.</p><h3>Are The Kent State Golden Flashes Going Win In At Upset At Dix Stadium</h3><p>Kent State enters Week 11 against Ohio with an 0-8 record, and they rank 134th in our CFB power rankings. They have no chance of reaching bowl eligibility this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Golden Flashes have been underdogs in all eight games, with an average scoring margin of -29.6 points per game. Against the spread, they are 2-5 this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 52.5 points. Kent State’s games have averaged 63.6 points, with an average over/under line of 56.4 points.</p><p>Kent State’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 17 points per game, which ranks 100th nationally. They are 133rd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11. Their rushing attack has been limited, averaging 89 yards per game on the ground.</p> <p>Quarterback Tommy Ulatowski has thrown for 940 yards, completing 42.6% of his passes. He has 11 touchdowns and 6 interceptions, with a passer rating of 79. Chrishon McCray leads the team with 566 receiving yards and 7 touchdowns.</p><p>Kent State's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 46.6 points per game. In their recent game against Western Michigan, they gave up 52 points, including 579 total yards, with 358 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. The secondary allowed 221 passing yards but did manage to force one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 265.8 rushing yards per game against Kent State, while quarterbacks have posted a 118.4 passer rating, completing 69.6% of their passes for 277.4 yards per game.</p>

Ohio Bobcats vs Kent State Golden Flashes Betting Pick & Prediction 11/6/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Bears face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. North Carolina Central is favored by -3.5 in this Mid-Eastern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 154.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 4:00 ET on Tuesday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does North Carolina Central Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina Central's season continued to be a struggle, as they fell to 3-11 after a 63-61 road loss to Coppin State on Saturday. Entering the game as -8.5 favorites, the Eagles not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite leading 30-23 at halftime, NC Central allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>North Carolina Central struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 15 three-point attempts for a 6.7% shooting percentage. Despite their perimeter struggles, they shot 57.9% on two-point attempts, finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 43.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>The Eagles scored 61 points, with Po'Boigh King leading the way with 18 points, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts. Camaren Sparrow was the lone bright spot from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 5 assists, while Toby Nnadozie also contributed 5 assists and 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 42% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 11/29, or 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 50%, hitting 9 of 18 threes. At the free-throw line, they went 14/21, or 66%. North Carolina Central also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bears Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Morgan State’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 2-11 after an 86-72 loss to South Carolina State on Saturday. The Bears were +5.5 point underdogs at home and didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 158 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p> <p>Trailing 46-37 at halftime, Morgan State couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 40.</p><p>In their last game, Morgan State's offense was led by Kameron Hobbs, who scored 22 points, and Drayton Jones, who added 20. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, while Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 2 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Bears shot 53.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5 for 12, and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 57.7% of their 26 attempts. Morgan State finished with 14 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Even with Morgan State giving up 86 points, the Bears couldn’t capitalize defensively, allowing their opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Bears struggled to contain two-point attempts, with their opponent hitting 56% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Morgan State’s defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. The Bears also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 for 57%.</p>

North Carolina Central Eagles vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/25

<p>The Patriots and Flyers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on CBSS. The Flyers will host the game at UD Arena in Dayton, OH. The odds for this Atlantic 10 conference game currently have Dayton as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 132.5 points.</p><h3>GEORGE MASON PATRIOTS VS DAYTON FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Mason Patriots +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at UD Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE MASON PATRIOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Flyers.</li><li>Even though we have Dayton winning straight-up, we like George Mason at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Patriots?</h3><h3>George Mason Patriots Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>George Mason improved to 11-5 on the season with a 77-70 win over UMass on Saturday. The Patriots were -11.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 36-32 at halftime, George Mason scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The total points for the game were 147, going over the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>George Mason put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They were strong inside, hitting 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes.</p> <p>The Patriots also made 23 free throws on 35 attempts, shooting 65.7% from the line, and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds. Rahsool Diggins led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range, while Darius Maddox added 18 points.</p><p>George Mason's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 70 points on 49% shooting from the field. They gave up 62% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 29 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, George Mason held the other team to 30% shooting, as they made 6 of 20 attempts. However, they sent the opponent to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 23 free throws at a 65% rate. George Mason also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Flyers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Dayton's season record fell to 10-5 after a 76-72 loss to UMass on Wednesday. The Flyers, who were -10.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Dayton led 39-36 at halftime but were outscored 40-33 in the 2nd half. This game was a missed opportunity for the Flyers, who were expected to win comfortably.</p><p>Dayton's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 38% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (6/24), while connecting on 50% of their two-point attempts (13/26). At the free-throw line, the Flyers made 28 of 38 attempts, shooting 73.7%.</p> <p>Daniel Rivera led the way with 23 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 61.5% from the field. Rahsool Diggins, Nate Santos, and Marqui Worthy each added 18 points, with Diggins dishing out 6 assists. Worthy was efficient, hitting 63.6% of his shots, while Diggins struggled, shooting 30% overall and 25% from three.</p><p>Even with Dayton holding their opponent to just 3/20 from beyond the arc, the Flyers couldn’t stop them from scoring 76 points. They allowed 27 field goals on 60 attempts, giving up a 45% shooting percentage overall.</p> <p>Dayton struggled to defend inside, as their opponent shot 60% on two-pointers, making 24 of 40 attempts. The Flyers also sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 19 free throws.</p>

George Mason Patriots vs Dayton Flyers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Rams and Wolf Pack face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Wolf Pack are hosting the game at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Nevada is favored by -2.5 vs. Colorado State in a Mountain West conference matchup.</p><h3>COLORADO STATE RAMS VS NEVADA WOLF PACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nevada Wolf Pack -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thomas & Mack Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEVADA WOLF PACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wolf Pack.</li><li>Not only will Nevada pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Colorado State Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Colorado State comes into this game as the underdog, as they have been in seven of their 31 games this season. Their record as the underdog is 2-5, and they have gone 3-7 in their last 10 road games.</p>

<p>On the season, the Rams are 22-9, and they have a two-game win streak. They are 10-8 in Mountain West Conference play and have gone 12-1 in non-conference action.</p><p>Colorado State has an ATS record of 16-14 this season. On the road, they are 6-7 vs. the spread. As the underdog, the Rams have gone 3-4 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 5-5.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Colorado State's games this season (146.4). So far, 11 of their games have finished with less than 138.5 points, including two of their last five. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2.</p><p>In their latest game, Colorado State's offense looked good, scoring 82 points against Air Force. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 65.9% and made 22/34 free throws. The team's top scorer is Isaiah Stevens, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 16.7, while Joel Scott also maintains a PPG average of 12.7 leading up to the game.</p><p>So far, the Rams' defense is ranked 73rd in the country at 68.1 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.3 threes per game vs. Nevada. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.2%.</p><h3>Will the Wolf Pack Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>After winning their last game against UNLV by a score of 75-65, Nevada has now won seven games in a row. So far this season, the Wolf Pack have a record of 26-6. At home, Nevada has a record of 15-2, and over their last ten games at home, they are 8-2.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Nevada has a record of 20-4, and they have been favored in 24 games this season. Their average scoring margin at home is +15.4, and for the season, it is +3.6. The Wolf Pack have gone 13-5 in Mountain West Conference play, and they have a non-conference record of 13-1.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Nevada has gone 15-9 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 10-7, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 6-4.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Nevada games this season (143.2). Over their last three games, the over/under record for the Wolf Pack is 3-0 and the average scoring total in those games is 140 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Wolf Pack's offense concluded with 75 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 76.4 points per contest. Leading Nevada in scoring vs. UNLV was Jarod Lucas with his 26 points. Kenan Blackshear also added 16 points for the Wolf Pack.</p><p>So far this season, the Nevada defense has been performing well, ranking 40th in the country at 66.5 points allowed per contest. Nevada's three-point defense is currently 125th in the country at 7.0 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 40.3% of their shots vs. Nevada.</p>

Colorado State Rams vs Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blazers versus the Bulls? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Yuengling Center in Tampa, FL. UAB is favored by -2.5 in this American Athletic conference contest against South Florida. The game's over/under currently sits at 156.5 points.</p><h3>UAB BLAZERS VS SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Yuengling Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Not only will South Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 156.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored UAB?</h3><p>UAB improved to 9-7 on the season with an 81-76 victory over Florida Atlantic on Sunday. The Blazers, who were +3 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game finished at 157, just under the O/U line of 162.5.</p> <p>UAB led 40-35 at halftime and matched FAU point-for-point in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 41 points after the break.</p><p>UAB put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 44.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 14 of 22 from the free-throw line, shooting 63.6%. The Blazers grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.</p> <p>Yaxel Lendeborg led the way with 22 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 76.9% from the field and adding 7 assists. Tre Carroll contributed 20 points and 7 rebounds, while KyKy Tandy hit 4 threes, finishing with 14 points on 57.1% shooting from deep.</p><p>UAB's defense allowed 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 29 of 72 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 42%, making 21 of 50 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition connected on 8 of 22 three-point shots, good for 36%. They also went to the free-throw line 15 times, converting 10 of those for 66%. UAB gave up 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bulls Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Florida fell to 8-7 on the season after a 73-70 road loss to Tulane on Saturday. The Bulls entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>USF led 37-34 at halftime but allowed 39 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The Bulls will look to tighten up their defense as they aim to get back to .500 in their next outing.</p><p>South Florida's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 52.9% from the field and hitting 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.8%, with 17 assists and 12 offensive rebounds contributing to their 70-point performance.</p> <p>Jamille Reynolds led the way with 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting, while Quincy Ademokoya was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots, including 3 threes. Rowan Brumbaugh and Asher Woods each hit 3 threes, with Brumbaugh adding 5 assists.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 73 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field, connecting on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they held their opponents to 37% shooting, as they made just 12 of 32 two-point shots.</p> <p>However, South Florida struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponents hit 14 of 30 attempts, good for 46%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 7 of those for 70%. South Florida allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UAB Blazers vs South Florida Bulls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Explorers game? Catch the action at John Glaser Arena in Philadelphia, PA, as the Explorers hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. In this Atlantic 10 matchup, Davidson is favored bt -1.5 vs. La Salle. The over/under for the game is 147 points.</p><h3>DAVIDSON WILDCATS VS LA SALLE EXPLORERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Glaser Arena at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Wildcats Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Davidson improved to 11-4 on the season with a 74-64 win over Fordham on Saturday. The Wildcats, who were -9 favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>Davidson took control early, leading 36-20 at halftime, but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Davidson put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. They hit 50% of their two-point attempts (21/42), but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.2% (5/16) of their three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 17 of 24 attempts, good for 70.8%.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the Wildcats with 23 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 52.9% from the field. Connor Kochera and Japhet Medor each added 20 points, with Medor also dishing out 5 assists. Jackie Johnson III contributed 20 points as well, despite shooting just 36.4% overall and 25% from three. Bobby Durkin chipped in 15 points and grabbed a team-high 13 rebounds.</p><p>Davidson's defense held their opponent to 64 points, with a field goal percentage of 44% (26/58). They allowed 21/42 (50%) shooting from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Davidson's defense limited their opponent to 5/16 shooting (31%). They also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 (70%). Davidson gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Explorers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>La Salle improved to 8-7 on the season with a narrow 83-82 road win over St. Bonaventure on Saturday. The Explorers were +13 point underdogs going into the game and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 34-30 at halftime, La Salle turned things around by scoring 44 points in the second half while allowing 40. The total points for the game reached 165, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p><p>La Salle put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field and hitting 38.2% from beyond the arc, connecting on 13 of 34 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.7%, and they shot 75% from the free-throw line, making 12 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Lajae Jones was perfect from three, hitting 4 of 4 and finishing with 24 points on 8 of 9 shooting overall. Deuce Jones and Jonah Hinton also shot 50% from deep, with Deuce adding 16 points and Hinton contributing 12.</p><p>La Salle's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Explorers allowed 25 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, La Salle allowed 11 threes on 21 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they converted 21 free throws, a 77% rate.</p>

Davidson Wildcats vs La Salle Explorers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Eagles and Runnin' Bulldogs are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Runnin' Bulldogs will host the game at Paul Porter Arena in Boiling Springs, NC. In this Big South matchup, Winthrop is favored bt -2.5 vs. Gardner-Webb. The over/under for the game is 157.5 points.</p><h3>WINTHROP EAGLES VS GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Paul Porter Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Runnin' Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Gardner-Webb pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Eagles Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop dropped to 8-6 on the season after a 87-67 road loss to Radford on Saturday. The Eagles, who were -1.5 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 154, just over the pre-game O/U line of 152.</p> 

<p>Winthrop fell behind early, trailing 46-26 at halftime. While they managed to score 41 points in the 2nd half, they also allowed 41 points, preventing any chance of a comeback.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.6% from the field and 17.6% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 17 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.3%, and they managed just 3 assists as a team.</p> <p>Zion Walker was a standout, scoring 30 points on 9 of 14 shooting, including 2 of 4 from three-point range. Kelton Talford also contributed, hitting 6 of 9 shots and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>Winthrop's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. The Eagles couldn't contain the two-point attack, as their opponent hit 56% of their shots inside the arc, going 18/32.</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop's defense allowed 10 threes on 22 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 for 87%. On the boards, Winthrop gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Gardner-Webb Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb improved to 6-9 on the season with a narrow 63-61 win over Presbyterian on Saturday, January 4th. Playing at home, the Runnin' Bulldogs were favored by 3 points but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 124 fell well short of the over/under line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-35 at halftime, Gardner-Webb tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 26 points while scoring 28 to secure the win.</p><p>Gardner-Webb managed just 63 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field and 27.3% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.3%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 57.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>The Runnin' Bulldogs grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists. Darryl Simmons II and Kobe Stewart each scored 16 points, with Simmons adding 9 rebounds. Stewart connected on 50% of his threes, while Kory Mincy contributed 5 assists despite shooting 27.3% overall.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 43% from the field with 24 made baskets on 55 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent shot 47%, converting 21 of their 44 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Gardner-Webb limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 11 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. The opponent also struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 12 of 21 attempts for 57%. Gardner-Webb gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Winthrop Eagles vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>The Aggies and Bulldogs are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs will host the game at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 146 points, with Citadel being favored by -3.5 over North Carolina A&T.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 2:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Aggies Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina A&T fell to the Revolutionaries 85-80 on Tuesday, November 12th. Despite being +15.5 point underdogs, the Aggies kept it closer than expected. The total points for the game reached 165, surpassing the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>After trailing 44-33 at halftime, the Aggies came out strong in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while allowing 41. Though they didn’t get the win, A&T’s performance was better than anticipated.</p><p>In their recent game, North Carolina A&T put up 80 points, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They hit 40% of their threes, going 8-for-20, and connected on 80% of their free throws, making 8 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Landon Glasper led the way with 22 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 80% from deep (4/5). Ryan Forrest added 21 points, despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 28.6% from three.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Aggies allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, going 24/40 inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aggies held their opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16 of those for 88%. North Carolina A&T also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Citadel Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Citadel Bulldogs picked up a 74-52 win over the Stetson Hatters on Monday, November 11th. Playing at home, the Bulldogs were -3 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Citadel led 34-22 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Stetson 40-30. The combined points for the game were 126, falling under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>The Citadel Bulldogs put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field and hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.7%, and they shot 50% on two-point attempts, going 20 for 40 inside the arc.</p> <p>Keynan Davis led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range. Brody Fox added 13 points, making his only three-point attempt and finishing 5 of 9 from the field, while also contributing 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The Bulldogs grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 shots, the Citadel Bulldogs held their opponent to 52 points. They allowed 43% shooting from the field, with 20 of those baskets coming from two-point range at a 50% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulldogs gave up 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they converted 7 free throws.</p>

North Carolina A&T Aggies vs Citadel Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

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

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Buccaneers and Paladins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Paladins are hosting the game at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Furman is favored by -3 to win at home against East Tennessee State.</p><h3>EAST TENNESSEE STATE BUCCANEERS VS FURMAN PALADINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Furman Paladins -3</p><p>This game will be played at Bon Secours Wellness Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FURMAN PALADINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Paladins.</li><li>Not only will Furman pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will East Tennessee State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>East Tennessee State improved to 8-7 on the season with a 70-52 win over The Citadel on Saturday. The Buccaneers, who were -16 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>ETSU led 36-22 at halftime and scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>East Tennessee State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 22 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.3%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point shots (17/33).</p> <p>The Buccaneers grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. At the free-throw line, they connected on 18 of 27 attempts, shooting 66.7%. Jaden Seymour led the team with 15 points, while Cam Glover added 13, and John Buggs III contributed 12 points, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>East Tennessee State's defense held their opponent to just 52 points, despite allowing them to shoot 41% from the field. The Buccaneers gave up 17 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, East Tennessee State limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 22 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 18 for 66%. The Buccaneers allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Paladins Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Furman Paladins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Furman dropped to 11-3 on the season after an 81-62 home loss to Wofford on Monday. The Paladins, who were -7 favorites, not only lost but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Furman trailed 40-20 at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, scoring 42 points while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 143, going over the 139.5 O/U line.</p><p>Furman's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 23.5% from beyond the arc, finishing with 62 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.1%, and they hit only 61.5% of their free throws.</p> <p>Dillon Bailey was a standout, hitting 5 of 7 threes and finishing with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Corey Tripp added 16 points and 6 boards, while Charles Johnston contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, connecting on 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Furman gave up 81 points in this one, despite holding the opposing team to just 33% shooting from the field. They allowed 23 field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Furman’s defense limited their opponents to 8 made threes on 34 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Furman Paladins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blue Jackets versus the Hurricanes? The puck drops at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this Metropolitan division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Hurricanes being favored by -1.5 at home against the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, April 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Hurricanes are expected to take down the Blue Jackets by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Columbus Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p><p>Through 77 games, the Blue Jackets are in 16th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 26-39-12. In the Metropolitan Division, they are 8th with a record of 6-18. On the road this season, Columbus has gone 10-20-7, and they have lost four straight games away from home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have gone 22-37-11 this season and have lost three straight games when they have been favored. Over their last ten games, Columbus has gone 3-7, and they are 3-2 in their last five games.</p></p><p>As the underdog, the Blue Jackets have a puck line record of 41-29 on the season, and they have dropped 31 games by more than one goal. So far, the team's average scoring differential sits at -0.7 goals per game.</p>

<p>On the road, Columbus has gone 21-16 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin in road games is -1.1 goals per game. In their last ten games away from home, the Blue Jackets have gone just 4-6 against the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Columbus is 6.5. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Blue Jackets come in with an over/under record of 36-36-5.</p><p>Across their three previous road games, Columbus has an puck line mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 2 goals per game.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Blue Jackets are averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, putting them in the 25th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 20th in the league. Columbus' offense comes into the game ranked 32nd in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 25th in the NHL.</p><p>Columbus' leading goal scorer is Boone Jenner. So far this season, he has 22 goals, placing him 99th in the NHL. Jenner also comes into the game with 13 assists.</p><p>The Hurricanes defense is currently 32nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 25.6 shots per game against Carolina. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 2nd with 7 shutouts.</p><p>Columbus goalie Malcolm Subban comes into the game looking to get his season off to a strong start as this will be his first game for the team.</p><h3>Will the Hurricanes Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>Carolina comes into this game as the favorites in the Eastern Conference with 103 points and a record of 48-22-7. In their division, the Hurricanes are in 2nd place and have gone 15-9 against Metropolitan opponents. At home, Carolina is 26-10-4 this season and have been favored in 70 of their 77 games.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Hurricanes have gone 7-3, and they are 3-2 in their last five games. Against other Eastern Conference teams, Carolina has gone 33-14 this season. For the year, Carolina has been favored in 92% of their games, going 45-18-7 as the favorite.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Hurricanes' puck line record is 17-23, and their average scoring margin is +.8 goals per game. So far, Carolina has 31 wins by multiple goals and 17 wins by one goal.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hurricanes' puck line record is 33-44, and they have gone 2-1 against the puck line in their last three games. In their last ten home games, Carolina's puck line mark is 5-5.</p> <p>For the season, Carolina's games have finished with an average of 6 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.2. Overall, the Hurricanes have an over/under record of 30-45-2.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Columbus has an puck line record of 1-2 while averaging 2 per game. The team went 0-3 overall in these games.</p><p>The Hurricanes come into the game scoring an average of 3.4 goals per game, putting them 8th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 5th in the league. This season, the Hurricanes have a 35-19 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 11-1 record.</p><p>The leading scorer for Carolina's offense is Sebastian Aho. Coming into the game he has 34 goals, ranking 21st in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 52 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Hurricanes head into the game ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 25.6 shots per game against Carolina. So far, they are 2nd in shutouts, achieving 7 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Frederik Andersen gets the start and has made 14 starts this season. His record at this point is 11-2, and his save percentage is 0.381%.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Hokies and Gamecocks game? Catch the action at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, FL, as the Gamecocks hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on FS1. The odds for this non-conference game currently have South Carolina as the -5.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES VS SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Suncoast Credit Union Arena at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gamecocks.</li><li>Even though we have South Carolina winning straight-up, we like Virginia Tech at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hokies Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Virginia Tech Hokies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Virginia Tech fell to Michigan 75-63 on Monday, November 25th, in a home game where they were +10.5 point underdogs. The Hokies not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Virginia Tech struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Virginia Tech struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 23.5% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 17 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.9%, and they managed just 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>Roddy Gayle Jr. led the Hokies with 20 points, shooting 46.2% overall and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Toibu Lawal added 14 points, hitting 2 of 3 shots and making his only three-point attempt. The Hokies did hit 79.2% of their free throws, going 19 for 24, and grabbed 18 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Virginia Tech's strong defensive effort, holding their opponent to just 34% shooting, the Hokies gave up 75 points. They limited two-point attempts to 39% shooting (16/41) and three-point attempts to 23% (4/17).</p> <p>However, Virginia Tech sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 attempts (79%). The Hokies also allowed 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Gamecocks Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>South Carolina dropped their recent game against Xavier, losing 75-66 at home on Monday. The Gamecocks entered the matchup as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 148-point over/under line.</p> <p>South Carolina held a 34-29 lead at halftime but struggled in the second half, allowing 46 points while scoring just 32 themselves.</p><p>South Carolina's offense managed 66 points in their latest game, shooting 42.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, with struggles from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 17 threes (23.5%). Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 51.4% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Gamecocks hit 80% from the free-throw line, going 16 for 20, but only grabbed 4 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists. Zach Freemantle led the way with 16 points, shooting 6 of 8 from the field. Dailyn Swain added 14 points, while Collin Murray-Boyles and Ryan Conwell each contributed 13, with Conwell struggling, shooting 4 of 14 overall and 2 of 8 from three.</p><p>South Carolina's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 23/54 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 19/37 shooting for 51%.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Carolina held their opponents to 4/17 shooting, or 23%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they hit 16 for 80%. South Carolina gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

Virginia Tech Hokies vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Revolutionaries game? Catch the action at Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, DC, as the Revolutionaries hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Atlantic 10 conference matchup has an over/under of 135.5 points, and George Washington is favored to win by -5 at home vs. Duquesne.</p><h3>DUQUESNE DUKES VS GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries -5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles E. Smith Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Revolutionaries.</li><li>Not only will George Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Dukes?</h3><p>Duquesne improved to 6-9 on the season with an 85-81 win over Saint Joseph's on Wednesday. The Dukes were +2.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory at home.</p> <p>Duquesne led 36-30 at halftime, but Saint Joseph's made it interesting by scoring 43 points in the 2nd half. The Dukes scored 37 points after the break to hold on for the win. The total points for the game ended up at 166, well over the pre-game O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Duquesne put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 43.7% from the field and 35.5% from three-point range. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 85.7% of their attempts, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 50.7%.</p> <p>Tre Dinkins III led the way with 26 points, while Rasheer Fleming added 20 points and 10 rebounds, knocking down 3 of 6 from deep. Xzayvier Brown contributed 17 points and 10 assists, and David Dixon also scored 17, shooting 63.6% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Duquesne's defensive efforts, they gave up 81 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. The Dukes allowed 20 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Duquesne's defense saw their opponents hit 11 of 31 three-point attempts, a 35% success rate. They also sent the opposing team to the line 14 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 85%. Duquesne allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Revolutionaries Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>George Washington Revolutionaries Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Revolutionaries improved to 12-3 on the season with a 75-67 win over Rhode Island on Wednesday. George Washington entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>George Washington led 38-30 at halftime and matched Rhode Island’s 37 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>George Washington's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.1%, with a strong performance inside, hitting 58.5% of their two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 4 of 27 threes for a 14.8% shooting rate.</p> <p>The Revolutionaries were solid at the free-throw line, making 15 of 19 attempts (78.9%), and they grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Sebastian Thomas led the team with 20 points and 6 rebounds, while Rafael Castro added 16 points, shooting 70% from the field. Quentin Diboundje contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 50% of his shots.</p><p>George Washington's defense held their opponent to 67 points, allowing them to shoot 40% from the field on 26 of 65 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 24 two-point field goals on 50 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, George Washington's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 2 made threes on 15 attempts, a 13% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 61%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Oilers and Wild face off at 8:30 ET on TNT. The Wild are hosting the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The Oilers are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Western conference matchup against Wild. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>EDMONTON OILERS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Wild.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+158)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are Edmonton Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers moved to 27-13-3 this season. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Edmonton had four different players score in the game. After the Flames tied it at 2-2, Zach Hyman put the Oilers ahead for good with a goal at 9:50 in the third period.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense struck early, with Leon Draisaitl netting his 9th goal just 20 seconds into the game. Jeff Skinner followed with his 3rd goal at the 11:48 mark of the first period. Zach Hyman, who had 3 shots on goal, scored his 3rd goal of the season on a power play in the third period. Mattias Janmark added an empty-netter with just 3 seconds left, bringing his season total to 2 goals.</p> <p>Draisaitl also contributed with two assists, now sitting at 8 for the season. Edmonton took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. The Oilers finished with 6 assists in their 4-2 win over Calgary.</p><p>Edmonton's defense gave up the first two goals in the previous game, but they shut down the Flames after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the Oilers' defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-13-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth in a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his total to three this season. Marco Rossi also contributed with his seventh assist.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild allowed a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they held Toronto scoreless for the rest of the game, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the Wild's defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bearcats and Buffaloes. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buffaloes at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO. Get ready to place your bets! Cincinnati come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-72 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cincinnati Pull Off A Win at CU Events Center?</h3><h3>Cincinnati Bearcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearcats fell to 10-5 on the season after a 54-40 home loss to Kansas on Saturday. Cincinnati, who entered the game as slight -1 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 94 were well below the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Cincinnati led 25-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 15 points while allowing 30. This offensive drop-off was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 40 points on 30.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.9%, and they hit only 3 of 22 from beyond the arc, shooting 13.6% from three-point range.</p> <p>Hunter Dickinson was a bright spot, scoring 14 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 43.8% overall. The Bearcats finished with 8 assists and 12 offensive rebounds, while connecting on just 1 of 2 free throws.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Cincinnati's defense was solid, allowing just 54 points on 30% shooting from the field. They held their opponent to 40% on two-point attempts, with a 15/37 shooting performance.</p> <p>The Bearcats were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 3/22 shooting, a 13% success rate. Cincinnati also sent them to the free-throw line only twice, where they made 1/2 attempts.</p><h3>Will the Buffaloes Win at CU Events Center?</h3><p>Colorado's season record dropped to 9-6 after a 78-70 home loss to West Virginia on Sunday. The Buffaloes, who were favored by three points, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 134.5.</p> <p>Trailing 40-29 at halftime, Colorado put up 41 points in the second half while allowing 38, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, the Buffaloes put up 70 points, shooting 41.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.9%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, making 6 of 19 attempts, and connected on 48.3% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, Colorado was solid, converting 24 of 30 attempts for an 80% success rate.</p> <p>Javon Small led the way with 26 points and 7 assists, shooting 35.3% overall and 40% from three-point range. Julian Hammond III added 23 points, hitting 42.9% from deep, while Joseph Yesufu contributed 18 points, shooting 66.7% from both the field and three-point range.</p><p>Colorado's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 20 of 48 shots. Inside the arc, they connected on 14 of 29 attempts, good for 48% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition went 6 for 19, shooting 31%. They also made 24 of 30 free throws, hitting 80% from the line. Colorado allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Cincinnati Bearcats vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Hornets will host the Knicks in a conference matchup. The Knicks are favored by 8 points and have won 6 straight games. The over/under line for the game is 223.</p>

<p>The Knicks are 29-17 and 4th in the Eastern Conference. They are 3rd in the Atlantic Division. The Hornets are 10-34 and 13th in the East. They have lost 3 straight games.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-106 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with Jalen Brunson points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Knicks Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>The Knicks have won six straight games and are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 29-17. In the Atlantic Division, they are in 3rd place.</p>

<p>New York has a 28-18 record against the spread this season, including going 14-11 ATS on the road. They have covered the spread in their last four games and are favored by 8 points today.</p>

<p>When looking at their ATS record as the favorite, the Knicks are 18-9 (10-9 as the underdog). As the favorite, they have won three straight games vs. the spread.</p>

<p>This season, the Knicks have an O/U record of 19-26-1, with an average over/under line of 226.1. In their games this year, the average combined scoring is 225.2.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Knicks defeated the Heat by a score of 125-109. The O/U line for that game was 220.5, and New York covered the spread as 4.5-point favorites.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the Knicks are 15th in the league in scoring at 115.4 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 115.9 points per game (13th).</p>

<p>So far this season, the Knicks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 52.2% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 20th in the league at 46%.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Knicks are 10th in makes per game (13.3) and 13th in attempts. Overall, they have made 37% of their three-point attempts (10th).</p><p>On average, the New York defense is giving up 109.8 points per game (2nd). Right now, they are on a 6 game streak of giving up fewer points than their season average. For the season, New York is ranked 26th in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 20.4 free-throws per game vs. the Knicks and have an overall field goal percentage of 46.7%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Charlotte?</h3><p>As the Hornets look to snap their three-game losing streak, they are 8-point underdogs at home against the Knicks. This season, Charlotte has gone 8-32 as the underdog and have an ATS record of 15-23 as the underdog.</p>

<p>On average, the combined scoring total in Hornets games this season is 229.4 points per game. Today's O/U line is set at 223, and Charlotte has gone over the O/U line in their last two games.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Hornets lost to the Jazz by a score of 134-122. The O/U line for that game was 232 points, and Charlotte was a 10-point underdog going into the game.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Hornets are 15-27 this season and are 7-12 ATS at home. In Eastern Conference matchups, they are 7-20 and 3-6 against other teams in the Southeast Division.</p>

<p>Charlotte's overall record this season is 10-34, which has them in 13th place in the Eastern Conference. In non-conference games, they are 3-14 compared to 7-20 against other Eastern Conference teams.</p><p>This season, the Hornets have struggled to score, ranking 28th in the NBA at 108.9 points per game. At home, they have been even worse, averaging just 108.8 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Charlotte is 21st in the league at 36%. On average, they are attempting 32.9 three-pointers per game, which is 22nd in the NBA.</p>

<p>So far, the Hornets have gotten to the free-throw line the fewest times in the league, averaging just 19.3 attempts per game. In terms of pace, they are 21st in the NBA at 98.2 possessions per game.</p><p>On average, the Charlotte defense is giving up 120.5 points per game (25th). Right now, they are on a 2 game streak of giving up fewer points than their season average. Inside the arc, the Hornets defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 56.9% and 39.7% from three-point territory.</p>

New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/29/24