<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hawks versus the Billikens? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Saint Louis is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Saint Joseph's.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Louis Billikens -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chaifetz Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Not only will Saint Louis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Hawks Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Joseph's improved to 10-4 on the season with an 81-72 win over UMass on Tuesday. The Hawks were -10 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 37-33 at halftime, Saint Joseph's scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The game’s total points of 153 went over the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 57.7% of their two-point attempts and hit 35.5% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 78.3%, going 18-for-23.</p> <p>Rahsool Diggins led the way with 33 points, shooting 45.5% from the field and 33.3% from three. Daniel Rivera contributed 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% overall. Rasheer Fleming was efficient, hitting 66.7% of his shots, including 3-of-5 from deep, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Saint Joseph's gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-point attempts, as their opponents hit 15 of 26 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Saint Joseph's defense allowed 11 threes on 31 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Do the Billikens Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Saint Louis evened their record at 6-6 with an 88-63 road win over Fordham on Tuesday. Entering the game as +1 point underdogs, the Billikens not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Saint Louis took control early, leading 42-29 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Fordham 46-34. The game’s total points of 151 fell just short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p><p>The Billikens put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 60.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 67.2%. They were dominant inside, hitting 73% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 38.1% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Gibson Jimerson led the way with 33 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 71.4% from three-point range. He also grabbed 8 rebounds. The team finished with 15 assists, with Robbie Avila and Isaiah Swope each contributing 4.</p><p>Saint Louis held their opponent to 63 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Billikens allowed 19 two-point field goals on 43 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Saint Louis gave up just 5 threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 10 for 71%. The Billikens allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Bears and Red Raiders are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders will host the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 154 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -21 vs. Northern Colorado.</p><h3>NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Colorado Bears +21</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Northern Colorado at +21.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Northern Colorado picked up a 114-98 win over Prairie View A&M on Saturday, November 23rd. The Bears were -18.5 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 212, far exceeding the O/U line of 160.</p> <p>At home, Northern Colorado led 55-41 at halftime and added 59 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 57 points in the 2nd half, which contributed to the game being closer than expected.</p><p>Northern Colorado's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 114 points and shooting 62.9% from the field in their last game. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.6%, thanks in part to their 73.5% shooting on two-pointers. The Bears also connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 18 of 20 for 90%.</p> <p>Nick Anderson led the way with 32 points, hitting 6 of 10 from beyond the arc. Langston Reynolds added 31 points, shooting 84.6% overall and making both of his three-point attempts. The Bears dished out 25 assists as a team, with Reynolds contributing 3 assists and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Northern Colorado's defensive struggles, they allowed 98 points on 62% shooting, including 73% from two-point range. The opposing team also shot 38% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 21 three-pointers.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Northern Colorado sent the other team to the stripe 20 times, where they converted 18 attempts, a 90% success rate. The Bears also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Red Raiders Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Texas Tech Red Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Tech picked up a 79-74 win over Syracuse on Friday, November 22nd, in a home game. The Red Raiders were -12 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 31-31 tie at halftime, Texas Tech scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The combined points for the game were 153, just over the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They hit 33.3% of their threes, connecting on 8 of 24 attempts, while knocking down 81% from the free-throw line, going 17 of 21.</p> <p>J.J. Starling led the way with 27 points, shooting 60% overall and 40% from deep. Darrion Williams added 20 points, hitting 64.3% of his shots, and Chris Bell contributed 22 points, making 3 of 8 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, as the other team went 19/39 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 8 made threes on 24 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 81%.</p>

Northern Colorado Bears vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

<p>Betting on today's Stags and Warriors game? Catch the action at Hammel Court in North Andover, MA, as the Warriors hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Merrimack College is favored by -7.5 to win at home against Fairfield.</p><h3>FAIRFIELD STAGS VS MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hammel Court at 3:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Fairfield Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fairfield's season record dropped to 4-8 after an 85-72 loss to Columbia on Saturday. The Stags, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 157, surpassing the over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>Fairfield led 41-32 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 31 points while allowing 53 points to Columbia.</p><p>Fairfield's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 53.1%, thanks to hitting 44.8% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 29 attempts. They struggled from the free-throw line, making just 3 of 6 shots.</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 threes at a 45.5% rate. Zine Eddine Bedri contributed 12 points and a team-high 17 rebounds, along with 7 assists. Fairfield dished out 21 assists as a team, with Jamie Bergens also adding 7 assists.</p><p>Fairfield's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 57% shooting from the field. The Stags allowed their opponents to hit 70% of their two-point attempts, with a 21/30 performance.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fairfield's opponents shot 40%, making 9 of 22 three-point attempts. The Stags also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 16 free throws at a 94% rate.</p><h3>Will the Merrimack College Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Merrimack College fell to 5-8 on the season after a 73-68 road loss to Saint Mary's on Thursday. Despite being +20.5 point underdogs, the Warriors kept the game much closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> <p>Merrimack trailed 32-26 at halftime but put up 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>Merrimack's offense was firing from deep in their last game, hitting 57.1% of their threes (12/21) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 62%. Overall, they shot 50% from the field, with a perfect 6/6 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Paulius Murauskas and Mitchell Saxen led the way with 18 points each, while Augustas Marciulionis added 16. Adam Clark dished out 8 assists, and the team totaled 17 assists on 25 made field goals.</p><p>Merrimack's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field on 26 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, the Warriors allowed 21 two-point baskets on 45 shots, a 46% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Merrimack's opponents hit 5 of 12 attempts, shooting 41%. The Warriors also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 84%. Merrimack allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

In their third and last head-to-head meeting of the regular season, the Vegas Golden Knights and the Minnesota Wild clash at the Xcel Energy Center. This Western Conference matchup will get started at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 12, and it is being shown live on AT&amp;T SportsNet Rocky Mountain.
<h2>Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild Odds</h2>
Playing the role of favorite will be Vegas (-130), while Minnesota is an underdog offering moneyline odds of +110, and the Over/Under (O/U) has been placed at 6 goals. If bettors want to put some action on this matchup's total, they'll be looking at odds of -105 for the over and -115 on the under.

Vegas is 39-32 straight up (SU) and has lost 11.3 units for moneyline bettors this year. Through 71 regular season matches, 34 of its games have gone over the total, while 32 have gone under and just five have pushed. The Knights are 17-17 SU as an away team in 2019-20.

Vegas has converted on 22.0 percent of its power play opportunities this year, a mark that's good enough for eighth-best in the NHL. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 27th out of 31 teams, and it has successfully killed off only 76.5 percent of its penalties.

For the team as a whole, Vegas has been penalized 3.5 times per game in the 2019-20 season, and 2.2 per game over its last five on the road. The team has had to kill penalties just 4.6 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Averaging 25.8 saves per game with a .905 save percentage, Marc-Andre Fleury (27-22-5) has been the top option in goal for Vegas this year. If it chooses to give him a rest, however, Vegas may go with Robin Lehner (19-17-6), who has a .920 save percentage and 2.89 goals against average this year.

The visiting Golden Knights have relied on Max Pacioretty and Mark Stone heavily this season. Pacioretty has 66 points on 32 goals and 34 assists, and has recorded multiple points in 16 different games. Stone has 21 goals and 42 assists to his name, and has notched a point in 39 games.

Over on the other bench, Minnesota is 35-34 straight up (SU) and has earned moneyline bettors 0.7 units this season. Through 69 regular season matches, 34 of its games have gone over the total, while 30 have gone under and just five have pushed. This season, the team is 19-16 SU at home.

Minnesota has converted on 21.3 percent of its power play opportunities this year, a mark that places it in the top-10 among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 23rd overall, and it's successfully killed off 77.3 percent of all penalties.

Minnesota skaters have been penalized 3.6 times per game this season, and 4.6 per game over their past five games. The team's had to kill penalties just 7.4 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Alex Stalock (25.9 saves per game) has been the primary option in the crease for Minnesota. Stalock has 21 wins, 17 losses, and four overtime losses to his credit and has recorded a mediocre 2.67 goals against average and a .910 save percentage this season.

Kevin Fiala (23 goals, 31 assists) will pace the attack for the Wild.
<h3>Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild Free Picks</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Prediction:</a> SU Winner – Wild, O/U – Over
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Trends

For both of these clubs, the game went over the total in three of their past five outings.

Vegas has managed 32.6 shot attempts per game over its last five road games while Minnesota is averaging 37.0 shots per game over its last five home outings.

Power plays and penalty kills may be key in tonight's matchup. The Golden Knights are 11-12 in games where they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponent and 28-21 when they serve fewer than 10 total penalty minutes. The Wild are 17-13 when the team serves fewer penalty minutes than the opposition and 24-22 in games where they're in the box for less than 10 minutes.

Minnesota is 2-3 in games decided by a shootout this season while Vegas is 3-2 in shootouts.

Minnesota is ranked 26th in the league this season with 6.4 takeaways per game. That figure's trended down lately, however, as it has averaged 4.9 takeaways over its last 10 games and 4.8 takeaways over its last five.

One of the league's best at creating pressure on opposing teams, Vegas is ranked second overall this season with 9.6 takeaways per game. That figure has trended down lately, however, as it's managed 8.8 takeaways over its last 10 games and 7.6 takeaways over its last five.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild Betting Pick 3/12/20

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Governors versus the Ospreys? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, FL. The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and North Florida is favored by -7.5 vs. Austin Peay in a Atlantic Sun conference matchup.</p><h3>AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS VS NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNF Arena at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Ospreys.</li><li>Not only will North Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Austin Peay Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Austin Peay Governors Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Austin Peay’s season record fell to 3-8 after an 85-55 road loss to Vanderbilt on Saturday, December 21st. The Governors entered the game as +25.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 140 fell just short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Austin Peay struggled early, trailing 47-20 at halftime. They managed to score 35 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38, unable to make a significant comeback.</p><p>Austin Peay struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 31.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit only 2 of 19 three-point attempts, shooting 10.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>LJ Thomas led the Governors with 20 points, despite shooting 6 of 17 from the field and missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Jason Edwards added 16 points, hitting 5 of 8 shots, while Devin McGlockton contributed 11 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Austin Peay's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 60% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 30 shooting for 70%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 8 of 18 shots, good for 44%. Austin Peay also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 19 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Can the Ospreys Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>North Florida dropped to 5-6 on the season after a 99-45 loss to the Gators on Saturday. The Ospreys, who were +27 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, well under the O/U line of 174.5.</p> <p>North Florida was down 54-17 at halftime and managed just 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. They'll look to regroup after this tough loss.</p><p>North Florida's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 45 points with a field goal percentage of 23.2% (13/56). Their effective field goal percentage was 30.4%, and they hit only 22.7% of their two-point attempts (5/22) and 23.5% from three (8/34). At the free-throw line, they shot 61.1% (11/18).</p> <p>Will Richard was a bright spot, scoring 26 points in 22 minutes, shooting 75.0% overall and from three (6/8). Sam Alexis added 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled, giving up 99 points on 44% shooting. They allowed 34 field goals on 76 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents shot 45%, hitting 9 of 20. North Florida also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 22 free throws (81%).</p>

Austin Peay Governors vs North Florida Ospreys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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In just their first head-to-head meeting of the regular season, the New York Islanders and the Calgary Flames clash at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The opening face-off takes place at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 12, and fans at home can witness this cross-continent matchup live on Sportsnet West.
<h2>New York Islanders at Calgary Flames Odds</h2>
Playing the role of favorite will be Calgary (-145), whereas New York is a dog offering moneyline odds of +125, and the Over/Under (O/U) has been placed at 6 goals. If bettors want to play this game's total, they'll be looking at odds of -110 money on the over and -110 on the under.

The Flames are 36-34 straight up (SU) and have hurt moneyline bettors to the tune of -5.6 units so far. That early-season winning percentage is a slide from what the team managed during the 2018-19 season (50-32). Through 70 regular season outings, 34 of the team's games have gone over the total, while 31 have gone under and just five have pushed. Thus far, the team is 16-17 SU at home.

Calgary's been able to convert on 21.2 percent of its power play chances this season, a figure that places them in the top-10 among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill is rated 10th overall, and it's successfully killed off 82.1 percent of all penalties.

As a collective unit, Calgary has been called for penalties 3.6 times per game overall this season, and 1.6 per game over its last five outings home outings. The team's had to stave off opponent power plays for just 4.7 minutes per game over its last 10 outings, in total.

With a .907 save percentage and 27.9 saves per game, David Rittich (24-24-6) has been the top goalkeeper for the Flames this year. If they, however, decide to rest him, head coach Geoff Ward might roll with Cam Talbot (12-14-14 record, .919 save percentage, 2.63 goals against average).

Matthew Tkachuk and Johnny Gaudreau will both be focal points for the Flames. Tkachuk (61 points) has put up 23 goals and 38 assists and has recorded multiple points 14 times this year. Gaudreau has 18 goals and 40 assists to his name and has notched at least one point in 43 games.

New York has lost 2.8 units for bettors taking the moneyline this year and is currently 35-33 straight up (SU). A total of 37 of its games have gone under the total, while 28 have gone over and just three have pushed. New York's 15-18 SU as the visiting team this season.

New York has converted on just 17.3 percent of its power play chances this season, a figure that's ranked 24th in the NHL. On the other hand, its penalty kill unit is ranked 16th overall and it's successfully defended 80.5 percent of all penalties.

New York's skaters have been penalized only 3.2 times per game in total this season, and 2.4 per game over their last five on the road. The team's been forced to kill penalties just 7.6 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Semyon Varlamov (26.0 saves per game) has been the primary choice in the net for New York. Varlamov owns a 20-25-6 record, and has registered a .914 save percentage and 2.62 goals against average this year.

Mathew Barzal (19 goals, 41 assists) has been one of the most vital playmaking threats for the visiting Islanders.
<h3>New York Islanders at Calgary Flames Betting Predictions</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Pick:</a> SU Winner – Islanders, O/U – Over
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Notes

New York is 3-3 in games decided by a shootout this season while Calgary is 6-1 in shootouts.

Three of Calgary's last five games gone under the total.

Over Calgary's last ten outings, five of them have been decided by two or more goals (the team is 4-1 in those games).

New York skaters have given out the most hits in the league (28.2 per game), but the team's averaged just 25.4 hits over their last five away games.

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New York Islanders vs. Calgary Flames Betting Pick 3/12/20

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pistons (-243) will host the Hornets (+200) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Detroit is favored by 6.5 points and has a record of 15-18, while Charlotte is 7-25 and has lost eight straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on FDSD. The over/under line for this game is 216.5.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-100 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Off a Win at Detroit?</h3><p>Charlotte's season struggles continued with a 115-108 loss to the Bulls on Monday, dropping their record to 7-25. The Hornets were +4 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game total of 223 points fell just short of the 224.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Charlotte started strong with a 13-0 run, but a 37-22 2nd quarter in favor of Chicago put them in a hole. The Hornets battled back, narrowing the gap to 73-71 entering the 4th quarter, but ultimately fell short as the Bulls edged them out 25-27 in the final period.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their loss to the Bulls, shooting just 41.6% from the field and connecting on only 10 three-pointers at a 23.3% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 31 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists, though he hit just 15.4% from deep.</p> <p>Mark Williams was perfect from the field, scoring 20 points and grabbing 12 boards, while Seth Curry added 17 points, 12 of which came in the opening quarter. Curry also made 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Hornets were strong in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up just 15 and 21 points, respectively, but a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 37 points contributed to their 115-108 loss to the Bulls. Charlotte held Chicago to 37% shooting overall.</p> <p>The Hornets struggled to contain the Bulls from deep, allowing 18 made threes on 30% shooting. Charlotte sent Chicago to the line 27 times, where they made 19 free throws. The Hornets finished with 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 14 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pistons Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>With a 105-96 win over the Magic on Wednesday, the Pistons improved to 15-18 for the season. Playing at home, Detroit entered the game as -2.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total score of 201 points fell short of the 212-point over/under line.</p> <p>Detroit took control early, leading 31-21 after the 1st quarter and 34-28 in the 2nd. Orlando made a push in the 3rd, outscoring the Pistons 26-19, but Detroit’s 10-0 run from 79-63 to 89-63 helped them maintain their lead, as both teams scored 21 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Jaden Ivey's 22 points and 5 threes on 83.3% shooting from deep helped the Pistons to a win over the Magic. Ivey shot 72.7% from the field, with 10 of his points coming in the 1st quarter. Cade Cunningham added 19 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds, hitting 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Jalen Duren contributed 18 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 90% from the field. Tim Hardaway scored 10 of his 12 points in the 4th quarter. The Pistons shot 51.9% from the field and 41.4% from three, making 12 threes in the game.</p><p>The Pistons put together a strong defensive performance on Wednesday, holding the Magic to just 96 points. Detroit gave up 21 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while allowing 28 in the 2nd and 26 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Detroit limited Orlando to 40% shooting from the field, including just 8 made threes on 22% shooting. The Magic also went 14/20 from the free-throw line. The Pistons grabbed 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.</p>

Dylan Larkin, Tyler Bertuzzi, and the Detroit Red Wings will face off against John Carlson, Alex Ovechkin, and the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena for an Eastern Conference tilt. The game will get going at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 12, and fans at home can see the game live on Fox Sports Detroit.
<h2>Detroit Red Wings at Washington Capitals Odds</h2>
Detroit (+290) is entering this one as the underdog to Washington (-380), and oddsmakers have put the Over/Under (O/U) at an even 6 goals (-115 for the over, -105 for the under).

Even though its record stands at 41-28 straight up (SU), Washington has earned moneyline bettors a total of 2.1 units this season. Through 69 regular season outings, 43 of its games have gone over the total, while 24 have gone under and just two have pushed. The team's 18-15 SU at home this year.

The Capitals have converted on 19.4 percent of their power play opportunities this season, a mark that's right around league average. On the other hand, their penalty kill is ranked sixth overall, and they've successfully killed off 82.6 percent of all penalties.

With a .897 save percentage and 25.9 saves per game, Braden Holtby (26-22-6) has been the best goalkeeper for Washington this year. If Washington chooses to rest him, however, the team might roll with Ilya Samsonov (16-10-10 record, .913 save percentage, 2.55 goals against average).

On the visiting bench, Detroit is 17-54 straight up (SU) and has lost 24.5 units for moneyline bettors this year. A total of 34 of its matches have gone under the total, while 29 have gone over and just eight have pushed. As the road team, the Red Wings are 5-29 SU.

The Red Wings have converted on just 14.9 percent of their power play chances this season, a figure that places them in the bottom- overall among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill unit is ranked 32nd overall and it's successfully defended 74.4 percent of all opponent power plays.

Jonathan Bernier (2.95 goals against average and .907 save percentage) has been the primary option in goal for Detroit. Bernier is averaging 26.7 saves per game and has 15 wins, 31 losses, and three OT losses to his credit.
<h3>Detroit Red Wings at Washington Capitals Free Picks</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Prediction:</a> SU Winner – Capitals, O/U – Over
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Betting Notes

A majority (56.1 percent) of Washington's wins have come by two or more goals, and the team is 23-13 overall in such games. 7 of Detroit's 17 wins (41.2 percent) have been decided by two or more goals.

Power plays and penalty kills could have a critical role tonight. The Red Wings are 6-16 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponent and 12-37 in games where they're in the penalty box for fewer than 10 total minutes. The Capitals are 12-10 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than the opposition and 20-15 when their penalty minutes are in the single digits.

Two of Washington's last ten games have ended in a shootout. The team is 1-1 in those games and 4-3 overall in shootouts this year.

Washington may hold the upper hand if this one comes down to the wire. The team's 18-15 in games decided by one goal, while Detroit is 10-13 in such games.

For both of these teams, the game went over the total in four of their past five outings.

Detroit is ranked 25th this season with 11.8 giveaways per game. That figure has trended higher, as the team's averaged 14.6 giveaways over its last 10 games and 13.8 giveaways over its last five.

Washington is ranked 22nd this season with 10.9 giveaways per game. That figure has improved lately, however, as it's averaged 9.7 giveaways over its last 10 games and 8.4 giveaways over its last five.

The Caps this season have tallied the seventh-most hits in the NHL (24.9 per game), but that average has jumped up to 28.4 over their last five home outings.

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Detroit Red Wings vs. Washington Capitals Free Pick 3/12/20

<p>Betting on today's Jaspers and Seahawks game? Catch the action at Spiro Sports Center in Staten Island, NY, as the Seahawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 127.5 points, and Wagner is favored by -2.5 against Manhattan in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MANHATTAN JASPERS VS WAGNER SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spiro Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Jaspers Secure a Win at Staten Island?</h3><h3>Manhattan Jaspers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Manhattan fell to 3-5 on the season after an 82-75 home loss to Marist on Sunday. The Jaspers entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-32 at halftime, Manhattan allowed 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. The total points for the game ended at 157, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Josh Pascarelli led the Jaspers with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 64.3% overall. Elijah Lewis added 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Will Sydnor contributed 15 points, also connecting on 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Manhattan shot 45.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 52.5%. They made 7 of 20 threes (35%) and 12 of 17 free throws (70.6%), with 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite Manhattan's defensive efforts, they gave up 82 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, the Jaspers allowed 51% shooting, with their opponent hitting 21 of 41 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Manhattan's defense saw their opponent make 7 of 20 shots, a 35% success rate. The Jaspers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 70%. Additionally, Manhattan gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Seahawks Win at Spiro Sports Center?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wagner evened their record at 4-4 with a 50-43 win over NJIT on Saturday. The Seahawks, who were -1.5 favorites, covered the spread in this one.</p> 

<p>After a low-scoring 18-18 first half, Wagner picked up the pace, scoring 32 points while holding NJIT to 25 in the second half. The total points of 93 fell well short of the O/U line of 120.5.</p><p>Wagner's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points while shooting 28.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 31.7%, and they hit only 18.2% from beyond the arc, making 4 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Seahawks shot 58.8%, converting 10 of 17 tries. They grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with 8 assists. Ja'Kair Sanchez and Sebastian Robinson led the team with 15 and 14 points, respectively.</p><p>Wagner's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 43 points on 27% shooting from the field. The Seahawks limited them to 12 made two-pointers on 36 attempts, a 33% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wagner's defense was equally effective, with their opponent hitting only 4 of 22 three-point attempts, an 18% shooting performance. They also sent them to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 7 shots.</p>

Manhattan Jaspers vs Wagner Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-162) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (+136) in a Western Conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 3.5 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line is set at 238.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento and can be seen on NBCS. The Grizzlies are 23-11 and currently 2nd in the Western Conference. The Kings are 15-19 and 12th in the West.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-114 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 23-11 on the season with a 117-112 win over the Suns on Tuesday. The Grizzlies, who were +5.5 point underdogs, not only won straight up but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 229, falling short of the 238.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Memphis jumped out to a 36-26 lead after the 1st quarter and extended it by halftime. The Suns made a push with a 10-0 run, but Memphis held a 91-86 lead going into the 4th quarter, where both teams scored 26 points.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies to a win over the Suns, scoring 38 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 44.4%. Desmond Bane added 31 points, 7 assists, and 4 threes, shooting 52% overall and 50% from deep. Luke Kennard contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds, making 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Jackson scored 19 of his points in the 1st quarter and added 10 more in the 4th. Bane put up 13 points in the 2nd quarter, while Jaylen Wells scored 8 of his 11 points in the same period. As a team, the Grizzlies made 15 threes, shooting 34.1% from beyond the arc and 42.6% overall.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies gave up 112 points to the Suns but managed to hold them to just 26 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, helping secure the win. Memphis allowed Phoenix to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies did a great job defending the three, with the Suns hitting only 9 threes at a 30% rate. Memphis also recorded 10 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Kings Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Kings improved to 15-19 on the season with a 113-107 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. Sacramento, playing at home, was favored by 6.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 220.5, with 220 combined points.</p> <p>Sacramento took control with a 10-0 run, turning a 54-47 deficit into a 57-54 lead. After falling behind 89-80 going into the 4th quarter, the Kings dominated the final period, outscoring the 76ers 33-18 to secure the win.</p><p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings to a win over the 76ers, scoring 35 points on 81.2% shooting. He added 14 points in the 4th quarter. Malik Monk contributed 10 of his 20 points in the final period.</p> <p>The Kings shot 48.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29% with 9 made threes. DeMar DeRozan added 18 points, and Domantas Sabonis chipped in 17.</p><p>Despite allowing 107 points on 47% shooting from the field, the Kings' defense came up big in the 4th quarter, holding the 76ers to just 18 points to secure the win. Sacramento gave up 30 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 3rd but tightened up when it mattered most.</p> <p>The Kings allowed 15 made threes at a 37% clip and sent the 76ers to the line 14 times, where they hit 12 free throws. Sacramento finished with 31 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and added 11 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Musketeers and Hoyas game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Hoyas hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Georgetown is favored by -1.5 vs. Xavier in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>XAVIER MUSKETEERS VS GEORGETOWN HOYAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgetown Hoyas -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGETOWN HOYAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hoyas.</li><li>Not only will Georgetown pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</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>Can Xavier Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Xavier improved to 9-5 on the season with a 94-72 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Musketeers were -9.5 favorites at home and covered the spread.</p> <p>After leading 44-31 at halftime, Xavier scored 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 166 went over the O/U line of 132.5.</p><p>Xavier's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points and shooting 57.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.1%, thanks to 65.4% shooting on two-pointers and 47.6% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Musketeers also made 30 of 40 free throws and dished out 20 assists. Ryan Conwell led the way with 22 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 19, despite shooting just 35% overall.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive struggles, they still managed to come away with a win, allowing 72 points on 57% shooting from the field. The Musketeers gave up 65% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 17 of 26 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Xavier's defense allowed 10 made threes on 21 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 40 times, where they converted 30 of those attempts for 75%.</p><h3>Are the Hoyas Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Georgetown improved to 11-2 on the season with an 83-53 home win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Hoyas were heavy favorites, entering the game as -29.5 point favorites, and they covered the spread. The combined points of 136 fell just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>After leading 37-30 at halftime, Georgetown clamped down defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 46 of their own.</p><p>Georgetown put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 55.6% from the field and 44.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 63%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, hitting 15 of 16 attempts (93.8%).</p> <p>Thomas Sorber and Toby Nnadozie each scored 22 points, with Sorber shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 12 rebounds. Drew Fielder added 20 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and pulling down 13 boards. Malik Mack contributed 15 points and 11 assists, connecting on 3 of 5 three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Georgetown's defensive struggles, they managed to limit the opposing team to 53 points. However, they allowed a 55% shooting performance, with the other team hitting 30 of their 54 shots.</p> <p>Georgetown gave up 22 two-point baskets on 36 attempts (61%) and 8 threes on 18 tries (44%). They also sent the other team to the line 16 times, where they converted 15 free throws (93%).</p>

<p>Betting on today's Predators and Canucks game? Catch the action at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, as the Canucks hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Predators are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Canucks. The game's over/under currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canucks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canucks on the moneyline (+107)</li><li>The Canucks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Predators Stand a Chance in Vancouver?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 11-20-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>All five of Nashville’s goals came from different players, and they fell behind 1-0 before Steven Stamkos tied it up at 11:29 in the 2nd period. The Predators then scored five unanswered goals to secure the win.</p><p>Nashville's offense took 25 shots on goal in their 5-2 win over Colorado, with two empty-netters. Gustav Nyquist picked up his 4th goal of the season, while Filip Forsberg added his 7th. The Predators’ first goal came from Steven Stamkos, his 2nd of the year.</p> <p>Roman Josi netted his first goal of the season, following a 6th assist on Stamkos’ power-play goal. Colton Sissons also scored for the first time this year. Nashville’s offense recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Predators allowed the first goal at 17:06 in the 2nd period and another at 2:17 in the 3rd, but they held strong the rest of the way, securing a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can the Canucks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Vancouver improved to 18-11-8 with a 3-2 road win over the Sharks. The Canucks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the second period, Pius Suter tied the game at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave Vancouver the lead in the third period, and Suter scored again with just 26 seconds left to secure the victory.</p><p>Pius Suter led the Canucks’ offense with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. Jake DeBrusk added his 1st goal of the year. Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but failed to convert on any power play opportunities.</p> <p>The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter got them on the board with 5:19 left in the second. DeBrusk’s goal came at 4:22 in the third period, and Suter’s second goal secured the 3-2 win with just 26 seconds remaining.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to improve after giving up the first goal at 2:37 into the 2nd period and another late in the 3rd at 18:43. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Panthers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NHLN. The game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Panthers are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Panthers picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Penguins Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Pittsburgh’s 3-1 win over the Canadiens brought them to 17-17-5 for the season. The Penguins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby scored the first two goals for Pittsburgh, with Blake Lizotte adding an empty-netter to seal the win. The Canadiens scored their lone goal in the third period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins' offense with two goals, bringing his season total to 5. He scored Pittsburgh's first goal at 4:03 in the first period and added another on a power play at 1:20 in the second.</p> <p>Blake Lizotte netted his second goal of the season on an empty net with 45 seconds left in the game. The Penguins took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, helping the Penguins to a 3-1 victory over the Canadiens. Pittsburgh's defense also contributed 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came 5:32 into the 3rd period, cutting their lead to 2-1.</p><h3>Will the Panthers Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Stars, the Panthers improved to 23-14-2 this season. Florida covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players, with Sam Reinhart’s empty-netter sealing the victory. The Panthers led 2-0 before Dallas tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal at 17:28 in the third period put Florida back in front for good.</p><p>A.J. Greer netted his first goal of the season, scoring 2:32 into the third period. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal on an empty net with 1:00 left in the game. The Panthers had four different players score in their 4-2 win over the Stars.</p> <p>Carolina took 25 shots on goal and recorded 16 giveaways. They scored once in the first period, added another in the second, and closed out with two more in the third.</p><p>Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, helping the Panthers to a 4-2 win over Dallas. Defensively, Florida had 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the 2nd period, the Panthers' defense shut out the Stars in the 3rd.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

We’re going to try and find some stuff to write about at BangTheBook.com during the shutdown for all of the major sports leagues. This weekend, that includes horse racing. The Road to the Kentucky Derby is in full swing. Of course, who knows what will happen when 100,000 people are slated to be at Churchill Downs for the first leg of the Triple Crown, but the horses, trainers, and jockeys will prepare as though everything will go as planned.

This week’s signature race in the Road to the Kentucky Derby circuit is the Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs, AR. This is a $1 million Grade 2 race at a distance of 1 1/16 miles. There are eight three-year-olds in the race and was the springboard back in 2015 for American Pharoah, who would go on to win the Arkansas Derby in mid-April and then the Triple Crown. Of course, as we know, American Pharoah also won the Breeders’ Cup Classic to cap off arguably the most impressive year for a three-year-old in the history of racing.

My focus here will be on the main event of the card on Saturday March 14, but keep in mind that there will be a ton of opportunities on the undercard with world-class jockeys and trainers all descending on Oaklawn. You’ll likely be able to get some top jockeys at good odds, but may also be able to find strong prices on the local guys that know each and every inch of the track.

To this point, we’ve had a lot of prep season races, but we’ve had six in the official First Leg of the Championship Series. Mr. Monomoy and Modernist won the Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds in Division 1 and Division 2, respectively. Ete Indien won the Fountain of Youth at Gulfstream. Last weekend, King Guillermo won the Tampa Bay Derby, Mischevious Alex won the Gotham Stakes at Aqueduct, and Authentic won the San Felipe Stakes at Santa Anita.

There are only two races left in the First Leg of the series, with this Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn, which has the biggest purse of the First Leg races, and next weekend’s Sunland Derby. That is the longest of the races at 1 1/8 miles at Sunland Park in New Mexico, but that is a Grade 3 race.

Let’s break down the eight horses in the main event at Oaklawn Park on March 14 for the Rebel Stakes (morning line odds as of March 11):
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<td width="43">Post</td>
<td width="166">Horse</td>
<td width="166">Trainer</td>
<td width="166">Jockey</td>
<td width="48">Odds</td>
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<td width="43">1</td>
<td width="166">Nadal</td>
<td width="166">B. Baffert</td>
<td width="166">J. Rosario</td>
<td width="48">9/5</td>
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<td width="43">2</td>
<td width="166">Excession</td>
<td width="166">S. Asmussen</td>
<td width="166">T. Baze</td>
<td width="48">20/1</td>
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<td width="43">3</td>
<td width="166">Basin</td>
<td width="166">S. Asmussen</td>
<td width="166">J. Castellano</td>
<td width="48">7/2</td>
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<td width="43">4</td>
<td width="166">Silver Prospector</td>
<td width="166">S. Asmussen</td>
<td width="166">R. Santana Jr</td>
<td width="48">4/1</td>
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<td width="43">5</td>
<td width="166">No Parole</td>
<td width="166">T. Amoss</td>
<td width="166">J. Talamo</td>
<td width="48">6/1</td>
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<td width="43">6</td>
<td width="166">Three Technique</td>
<td width="166">J. Englehart</td>
<td width="166">L. Saez</td>
<td width="48">6/1</td>
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<td width="43">7</td>
<td width="166">Coach Bahe</td>
<td width="166">P. Bauer</td>
<td width="166">S. Sanjur</td>
<td width="48">20/1</td>
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<td width="43">8</td>
<td width="166">American Theorem</td>
<td width="166">G. Papaprodromou</td>
<td width="166">T. Pereira</td>
<td width="48">10/1</td>
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<strong>1. Nadal (9/5) – </strong>Nadal is the race favorite at 9/5 with the superstar team of Bob Baffert and Joel Rosario. The three-year-old colt won the San Vincente Stakes at Santa Anita back in February, which was a seven-furlong Grade 2 race. Being a pacesetter, Nadal draws a good spot on the rail to get out in front and lead the pack. This will be the first race outside of Santa Anita, so that is something to keep in mind, but this is a world-class team and the favorite for a reason.

<strong>2. Excession (20/1) – </strong>Excession has the pedigree as the son of Union Rags, but that’s really about it. Disappointing finishes in the Lecomte Stakes and Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds have really lowered the ceiling of this horse. A win at Churchill Downs in a 1 1/16 mile race in November may have elevated the perception of this colt just a little bit too high. In all likelihood, it doesn’t belong in a race like this. Credit to Steve Asmussen for continuing to run it out there, but the speed figures just aren’t there.

<strong>3. Basin (7/2) – </strong>The second of three Asmussen horses in the field that all just happened to draw post positions next to one another is Basin. This is a horse that has not run in a race since September after winning the Hopeful Stakes Grade 1 race at Saratoga. That race was with Jose Ortiz in the irons instead of Javier Castellano. While this horse is a contender and could very well be a winner, this feels like a good race to shake off the rust before trying to make a push back at one of the April races like the Wood Memorial at Aqueduct or the Arkansas Derby back here at Oaklawn. Basin was the second favorite in the Hopeful and just outlasted the rest of the field on something of a sloppy track.

On a longer track, this is a horse that can make the distance. Most of these horses have maxed out as seven furlongs. Basin has, too, but the endurance shown at the end of the Hopeful, including a drift to the outside on the frontstretch, leads me to believe Basin can hit the board with relative ease.

<strong>4. Silver Prospector (4/1) – </strong>The last of the Asmussen colts is Silver Prospector. This is a horse that has shown good speed figures and has run some longer races, with two one-milers and two 1 1/16s under his belt. A win right here last month in the Southwest Stakes was a good bounce back to a fourth in the Smarty Jones to begin 2020.

This is a horse that won the Kentucky Jockey Club Grade 2 race over third-place finisher Tiz the Law, which won The Holy Bull and the Champagne Stakes. The Smarty Jones was run in the mud and muck. This week at Oaklawn also looks to be muddy. That could lead to value down the line, but it seems like an unfortunate circumstance this week.

<strong>5. No Parole (6/1) – </strong>Three starts, three wins for No Parole, trained by Thomas Amoss. Joe Talamo is one of the younger jockeys out there, but he’s very experienced at Oaklawn Park, so this could be something of a sleeper to hit the board. No Parole has wins at Fair Grounds and Delta Downs and may have to rely on Talamo to find the right spot in Arkansas. This, however, is a big step up in class and also an increase in distance for this horse. Talamo was not the rider for the Premier Night Prince at Delta Downs.

There will be a lot of dismissals of this horse for three wins as a big favorite with a lack of competition. This is a test, but this is a horse that could be sneaky to hit the board. If Talamo doesn’t use up all of his burst early in the race and can manage to scale back a frontrunner to leave something in the tank, it could get interesting.

<strong>6. Three Technique (6/1) – </strong>Astute readers will pick up on the football reference with Three Technique, who is actually owned by Bill Parcells. The team of Jeremiah Englehart and Luis Saez will try to hit the board for the sixth time in six races. It was nice to see Three Technique run well in the Smarty Jones in the slop because it was the first time that the horse was really tested. Of course, Three Technique finished second to Basin in an undercard race at Saratoga back in July.

Three Technique got a run in at Oaklawn in that Smarty Jones and a run in the mud and muck at Oaklawn, which is likely to come again this week with rain in the forecast throughout. He’s got a good chance to hit the board. Can he best Basin, Silver Prospector, or Nadal? That remains to be seen.

<strong>7. Coach Bahe (20/1) – </strong>We can probably throw Coach Bahe out this week. This is a three-year-old that hasn’t really run in any race of consequence for trainer Philip Bauer. This is primarily a turf horse trying to make a transition to dirt as a late arrival into the field. This one should be a non-factor.

<strong>8. American Theorem (10/1) – </strong>This is the wild card of the field. This is the offspring of American Pharoah for Kretz Racing and trainer George Papaprodromou. Running in the American Pharoah Stakes, Theorem finished second to Eight Rings, who was sixth a few weeks later in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile. Third place in the American Pharoah Stakes went to Storm The Court, who won at Santa Anita for the Juvenile and could be a name we hear in the lead-up to the Kentucky Derby.

We haven’t seen American Theorem since that day at Santa Anita, so we don’t really know what to expect. Tiago Pereira was in the irons for that race and will be again here. Finishing second to Eight Rings and John Velazquez isn’t anything to scoff at. It was a steady, strong run for American Theorem who moved a little bit too quick on the third turn and didn’t have enough left for the stretch run. Eight Rings just put it away at the end.

In other words, Pereira hit the gas too early. That race was the same length as this one. Did he learn from that mistake? That was also a clean track. What happened on a soggy track this week? There are some major questions to answer, but this is a horse that looks like a wild card.

<strong>Picks</strong>

This is a strong field this week and there are some tough choices to make. I’m actually going to skirt the favorite this week in Nadal, who seems like a pacesetter, but there will be additional pressure with a good field and a wet track.

Basin will be my pick here. This colt is untested at this length, but the effortless speed at the end of the seven-furlong Hopeful makes me, ahem, hopeful for a good finish here. That was also a bit of a soggy track and he conquered it with ease at the end.

I also like Silver Prospector and Three Technique to hit the board. I may throw American Theorem into a box trifecta or two because that horse is a wild card that could hit the board and be a surprise finisher, despite the lack of star power with the jockey and trainer.

<strong>Win: 3</strong>

<strong>Box Tri: 3/4/6/8</strong>

2020 Rebel Stakes Betting Odds, Picks, & Preview

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<p>The Denver Broncos take on the New York Giants this Sunday afternoon, as Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season brings more interesting picks and markets to choose from, so we’ve prepared the best Broncos vs. Giants betting pick along with the latest odds update on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<p>Denver opened as a slight 3-point road fave for this interleague showdown at MetLife Stadium. The Broncos meet the Giants for the first time since 2017, and Denver is 3-2 straight up and 4-1 ATS over their last five head-to-head duels.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>The Broncos believe in Teddy B&nbsp;</strong></h2>



<p>The last year was tough for the injury-depleted Broncos who went 5-11 and finished bottom of the AFC West. In his second NFL season, Drew Lock has struggled for most of the time, completing just 57.3 percent of his passing attempts for 2933 yards and 16 touchdowns in 13 apps. Lock also had a whopping 15 interceptions and got sacked 19 times, so the Broncos acquired Teddy Bridgewater in the offseason.</p>



<p>Teddy B will get the nod in Week 1 after a solid 2020 campaign with the Carolina Panthers. He had 3733 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 11 picks in 15 games while completing 69.1 percent of his passing attempts. Bridgewater is not a top-tier QB, but he could be the right choice for the Broncos’ offense that owns solid receiving corps.</p>



<p>Denver was scoring only 20.2 points per game in 2020 (28<sup>th</sup> in the NFL) on 335.6 total yards (23<sup>rd</sup>). The Broncos were yielding 27.9 points in a return (25<sup>th</sup>), but it’s fair to say that their defensive performance was massively affected by injuries.</p>



<h2><strong>The Giants hope for a breakthrough season&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></h2>



<p>The New York Giants went 6-10 last season and missed the playoffs for the fourth straight year, as the 7-9 Washington Football Team clinched the NFC East title. That tells a lot about both NY Giants and NFC East, but without Saquon Barkley, who suffered a season-ending injury in Week 2, the Giants had the second-lowest scoring offense in football.</p>



<p>New York was averaging a paltry 17.5 points per game in 2021. In his second season with the big boys, Daniel Jones proved he’s a turnover machine, recording 10 interceptions and 11 fumbles in 14 appearances. Jones also completed 62.5 percent of his passing attempts for 2943 yards and 11 touchdowns while adding 65 totes for 423 yards and a TD.</p>



<p>At least, the Giants had a solid 2020 season on the defensive end, allowing 22.3 points per game (9<sup>th</sup> in the NFL) on 349.3 total yards (12<sup>th</sup>). Joe Judge will demand more in his second season as the Giants head coach, and New York certainly has an intriguing defensive core.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Denver:</strong></p>



<ul><li>3-6 ATS in the last nine games played in September&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>NY Giants:</strong></p>



<ul><li>N/A</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-denver-broncos-vs-new-york-giants-pick"><strong>Denver Broncos vs. New York Giants Pick</strong></h2>



<p>The Giants have some injury problems, and TE Evan Engram is likely out, but Saquon Barkley should play, as well as WR Kenny Golladay. Daniel Jones will have to take good care of the ball, as Sunday’s clash should be decided down the stretch.</p>



<p>I’m looking for a hard-fought battle, as both teams will lean on their defense. Hereof, with three points on the table, I’m backing the Giants to cover in front of the home fans. Both teams have a lot to prove in 2021, especially on the offensive side of the ball, so this game could easily go either way.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take New York Giants +3.0 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>After a disappointing 2020 season, the Broncos’ D should be much better this term. The Giants will look to improve, too, while both head coaches prefer to lean on a tough defense. Hereof, betting on the under is a logical move despite a 42-point line.</p>



<p>The under has hit in the Giants’ last seven games overall. It is 5-1 in the Giants’ previous six outings at home and 4-1 in their last five contests played in Week 1.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 42.0 points at -110</strong></p>

Denver Broncos vs. New York Giants Odds, Pick, Prediction 9/12/21

<p>Planning on watching today's Hokies and Buckeyes game? Catch the action at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Buckeyes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 150 points, and Ohio State is favored by -4 vs. Virginia Tech.</p><h3>VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes -4</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Not only will Ohio State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Virginia Tech Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Virginia Tech has played in 33 games this season and currently have a record of 18-14. On the road, the Hokies have gone 2-10, while on their home floor they have a record of 18-4. As of now, Virginia Tech has an ATS record that is less than .500, sitting at 15-17-2. On the road vs. the spread, the Hokies are 2-10, while they are 13-7-2 at home.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Virginia Tech have had an average of 145.2 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 144.1 points. Their over/under record is 17-16-1. The Hokies' have recorded an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 150 points per game.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Virginia Tech offense tallied 74 points in a matchup against Richmond. Their field goal percentage for the game was 48.1%, and they made 7 threes. The team's scoring leader is Sean Pedulla, who holds an average of 16.4 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Hunter Cattoor is averaging 13.5 points per game this season.</p><p>On defense, Virginia Tech is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 70.3 points per game. Against Richmond in their most recent game, the Virginia Tech defense gave up a total of 58 points while allowing Richmond to hit 48% of their shots.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Buckeyes?</h3><p>As they prepare for their 35th game of the year, Ohio State holds a 21-13 record. So far this season, all of the Buckeyes' games have been played away from home. As Ohio State enters today's game, their ATS record stands at 17-19. Over their last ten games, Ohio State has been solid vs. the spread at 4-1.</p><p>Ohio State comes in with an over/under record of 22-14-0 through 34 games, with their games averaging a combined 146.1 points per game so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Buckeyes' games have averaged 151 points per game, along with an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>Ohio State finished with 88 points in their game against Cornell. This total surpasses their season-average of 74.9 points per game. The team's scoring leader is Bruce Thornton, who holds an average of 16.1 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Jamison Battle is averaging 14.9 points per game this season.</p><p>Currently, the Buckeyes' defense holds the 132nd rank in the nation, allowing 70.4 points per game. So far, the Ohio State defense is giving up an average of 9.8 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.1 times per game (425th).</p>

Virginia Tech Hokies vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Tournament First Four Betting Pick & Prediction 3/23/24

<p>The Mocs and Bears are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears will host the game at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA. Chattanooga is favored by -3 in this Southern conference matchup the against Mercer. The over/under for the game is set at 155.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +3</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 3:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER 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 Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mocs fell to 6-5 on the season after a 74-65 road loss to Indiana on Saturday, December 21st. Chattanooga entered the game as +14.5 point underdogs but kept things closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Chattanooga trailed 41-38 at halftime and were outscored 33-27 in the 2nd half. The combined points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Chattanooga put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, with 10 made threes on 28 attempts.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 20 points, hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. Mackenzie Mgbako added 14 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 75% from deep, while Malik Reneau also contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Mocs allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 24 makes on 38 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga held their opponent to 25% shooting, as they connected on just 5 of 20 three-point attempts. The Mocs also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Mercer?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercer improved to 5-6 on the season with a 71-68 road win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 28th. The Bears entered the game as +1 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Mercer led 40-37 at halftime and both teams scored 31 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 157.5 over/under line.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They connected on 31.2% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-32 from beyond the arc, and hit 51.5% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they struggled, making just 58.3% of their attempts.</p> <p>Ahmad Robinson led the way with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting 44.4% overall and 40.0% from three. Cesare Edwards contributed 20 points, hitting 60.0% of his shots, while Tyler Johnson added 19 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 30.0% from three-point range.</p><p>Mercer’s defense held their opponent to 68 points while giving up 40% shooting from the field. The Bears allowed 28 made field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mercer’s defense limited their opponent to 6/22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 6 shots for 42%.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

The Houston Rockets (39-23) will be at home in the Toyota Center when they take on the Orlando Magic (28-35). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 8, 2020, and it can be seen on ATTSN Southwest.
<h2>Orlando Magic vs. Houston Rockets Odds Preview</h2>
In the Magic's last outing, they were victorious over the Minnesota Timberwolves, 132-118. Nikola Vucevic led Orlando in scoring with 28 points on 12-for-21 shooting. The Magic made 23 of their 31 free throws (74.2 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.649 (above their season average of 0.499).

The Rockets are hoping for a better outcome after their 108-99 loss to the Charlotte Hornets in their last contest. With 30 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds, James Harden led the way for Houston with his third triple-double of the season. Charlotte did an excellent job of making free throws (19-25; 76.0 percent). Houston, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 35.1 (above their season average of 22.3).

It will be a matchup of conflicting styles as the up-tempo Rockets (ranked fifth in the NBA in possessions per game) will look to push the more methodical Magic (29th in possessions per game).

These two clubs have already met once this season. The Rockets won 130-107. Houston's effective field goal percentage was its biggest strength over Orlando. The Rockets had a rate of 0.686 while the Magic posted a mark of 0.522. Harden was the game's leading scorer with 54 points.
<h3>Magic at Rockets Betting Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Pick:</a> SU Winner - Rockets, ATS Winner - Rockets, O/U - Under
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Notes:

The Rockets rank first in three pointers attempted per game (44.5) while the Magic rank 19th (32.0).

Orlando ranks 16th in rebounds allowed per game (45.3) while Houston ranks 27th (47.1).

Orlando blocks 5.8 opponent shots per game, which is ranked fourth in the league. Houston ranks 17th in blocks allowed per game (5.0).

Houston ranks 22nd in points in the paint per game (46.6) while Orlando ranks 25th (45.7).

When allowing less than 100 points, Orlando is 12-4 and Houston is 3-0.

When scoring more than 100 points, the Magic are 24-16 and the Rockets are 39-19.

The Magic average 8.3 steals per game, which ranks seventh in the league. The Rockets rank 19th in steals allowed per game (7.8).

Orlando ranks first in second chance points allowed per game (11.1) while Houston ranks 25th (13.9).

The Magic rank third in fast break points allowed per game (11.7) while the Rockets rank 26th (15.6).

The Magic rank 19th in assists per game (23.9) while the Rockets rank 29th (21.5).

Orlando ranks first in points off turnovers allowed per game (13.8) while Houston ranks 20th (17.3).

Bettings Trends:

The Rockets’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.6, down from 4.1 for the season.

During their last five games, the Magic have scored an average of 120.2 points per game (14.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 120.6 points per game (13.4 above their season average).

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Orlando Magic vs. Houston Rockets Betting Pick 03/08/20

<p>The Lions are favored on the money line at -182 as they get set to host the Rams in week one. The game is being televised on NBC, with the Rams and Lions kicking off at 8:20 ET. The Rams are +3.5 point underdogs on the road, and the over/under line is set at 51 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES RAMS VS DETROIT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Lions -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ford Field at 8:20 ET on Sunday, September 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Lions winning this one by a score of 32 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -3.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 51 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rams Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>The Rams' ATS record was 11-6-1 last season, and they finished the season with a 10-7 overall record. In the NFC Wild Card round, they lost to the Lions 24-23. Within the NFC-West, the Rams went 5-1, but they finished 2nd to the Seahawks. Their road and home records were identical at 5-5 and 5-3. Last year's Rams squad was 8-5 vs. above .500 teams and 4-0 against below .500 teams.<p></p>Their ATS record was 11-6-1, and they were 8-5-1 vs. above .500 teams. The Rams' over/under record was 9-9, with their games averaging 46 points per game. Los Angeles went 2-7 as the underdog and 8-1 as the favorite.</p><p>The Rams' offense was 5th in the league last season, averaging 23.7 points per game. They were also 5th in the league in terms of power ranking. Los Angeles averaged 362.9 yards per game, ranking 7th in the league, and 5.7 yards per play, also 7th in the league. They were 9th in the league in points per game, averaging 23.7.</p><p></p><p>On the passing end, the Rams were 6th in passing yards per attempt. They averaged 34.4 passing attempts per game, which was 13th in the league. Los Angeles finished 7th in passing yards per game, averaging 245.6 yards per game. They were also 8th in the league in third-down conversion percentage, converting 42% of their third downs.</p><p>For the Rams, their defense was 18th in the league, giving up 22.3 points per game. They were 22nd in the NFL in our power rankings. Looking at some of their advanced stats, they were 17th in both sacks and quarterback hits. Los Angeles allowed 337.7 yards per game, which was also 18th in the league.</p>
<p>One area they did perform well in was defending the run, as they ranked 7th in rushing yards per attempt. In the passing game, they gave up 232.4 passing yards per game (21st). Opponents found success on the ground against them, as they had the 10th fewest rushing attempts in the league.</p><h3>Are The Lions Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Rams went 5-3-1 against the spread as underdogs last season, while they were 6-3 ATS as favorites. Overall, their ATS record was 11-6-1. In the 2023 regular season, the Rams went 10-7, placing 2nd in the NFC West and earning a playoff spot as the 6th seed in the NFC. They excelled within their division with a 5-1 record but struggled in non-conference games, going 2-3. The Rams' season ended with a disappointing 24-23 loss to the Lions in the NFC Wild Card round.<p></p>Against teams with winning records, the Rams went 6-8, and they were a perfect 4-0 against teams with losing records. Their playoff defeat vs. the Lions came after they finished the regular season with a 5-1 run in their last six games. Los Angeles was favored in 10 of their 17 wins last season, going 8-1, but they struggled as underdogs, going 2-7. The Rams' over/under record was 9-9, with their games averaging a combined 46 points per game.</p><p>The Rams' offense was the 5th best in the league last season, averaging 23.7 points per game, which was 9th in the NFL. They were also 7th in both yards per game (362.9) and yards per play (5.7). Their passing game was a key strength, ranking 6th in passing yards per attempt and 7th in passing yards per game.</p><p></p><p>Los Angeles averaged 34.4 passing attempts per game, which was 13th in the league, and 27.4 rushing attempts per game, also 13th. They finished 8th in third down conversion percentage, converting 42% of their third down chances.</p><p>Los Angeles' defense forced 15 turnovers last season and finished with a turnover differential ranking of 11th. In terms of yards allowed, they were 22nd, giving up 337.7 yards per game. The Rams allowed 22.3 points per game, placing them 18th in the league. They also struggled on the road, giving up 23.8 points per game.</p><p></p><p>The Rams were below average in generating quarterback pressure, as they were 17th in both sacks and quarterback hits. However, they did defend the run well, giving up 4.2 yards per attempt (7th). In the passing game, opponents averaged 232.4 passing yards per game against the Rams (21st).</p>

Los Angeles Rams vs Detroit Lions Betting Pick & Prediction 9/8/24

The Milwaukee Bucks have just suffered their first consecutive loss of the season, and things are not getting easier as they play back-to-back at Pepsi Center in Denver on Monday night. Back in January, the Nuggets beat the Bucks 127-115 as massive 13-point road underdogs, and they will try their best to thrash off the best team in the league once more. However, the Nuggets are not playing in a good form at the moment, so we expect to see an exciting clash in Denver on Monday.

<strong>Injuries/Suspensions</strong>

The Bucks are missing Giannis Antetokounmpo for the second straight game, as the reigning MVP is dealing with a joint capsule sprain in his left knee. Kyle Korver (back) is also out. On the other side, the Nuggets are coming in full strength.

<strong>The Line</strong>

The Nuggets opened as 4.5-point favorites with a total of 220.0 points at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">Betonline</a> and <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi/">BetDSI</a>. Considering Giannis’ absence, it’s not strange that the bookies listed Denver as a -190 money line fave.

<strong>What's at Stake?</strong>

The visitors are cruising through the Eastern Conference, so even the third straight loss will do no harm. However, the Lakers are only three games behind them in the race for the best record in the league. The Nuggets are No. 3 seed in the West, a game behind the LA Clippers and a game ahead of the fourth-seeded Utah Jazz.

<strong>The Spot</strong>

Milwaukee has dropped two straight games for the first time this season. After a 113-103 defeat at the LA Lakers as 1.5-point road dogs this past Friday, the Bucks lost at the Phoenix Suns 140-131 as 6.5-point road favorites last night. The Nuggets, on the other side, are coming off a disappointing 104-102 defeat at the Cleveland Cavaliers as 9-point favorites this past Saturday. Denver has dropped three of its previous five games overall.

<strong>The Matchup</strong>

The Bucks surrendered 140 points in Phoenix last night which tells you a lot how much they missed Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak is averaging 29.6 points, 13.7 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, but he’s also a vital part of the Bucks’ defense that is the best in the league. Milwaukee allows only 101.3 points per 100 possessions (1<sup>st</sup> in the league) on 41.1% shooting from the field (also 1<sup>st</sup>).

In that surprising road victory over the Bucks in January, the Nuggets shot 48.0% from the field while making 22 triples out of 46 attempts (47.8%). They will need another hot-shooting night to beat the Bucks, and the Nuggets also have to control the glass. The Nuggets are 19<sup>th</sup> in the league in total rebounds per game (44.3), while the Bucks lead the league with 52.0 total rebounds per contest.

On the other side of the ball, the Nuggets will have to defend the 3-point line well. Without Antetokounmpo, the Bucks will have to lean more on their shooting from deep instead of taking the ball into the paint. Still, the Bucks are fifth in the league in 3-points attempts per 100 possessions (36.5), while the Nuggets are 25<sup>th</sup> (30.7), but Denver plays at a much slower pace than the Bucks.

Milwaukee records 105.1 possessions per 48 minutes which are the most in the NBA. On the other side, the Nuggets average only 97.1 possessions per 48 minutes which are the second-fewest in the league. Denver scores 112.8 points per 100 possessions (8<sup>th</sup> in the league), while the Bucks are right behind with 112.7 points per 100 possessions.

<strong>The Bets</strong>

The Bucks could struggle with fatigue, playing their third road game in just four days. Also, they are without Giannis Antetokounmpo, so I think this is a great opportunity for the Nuggets who love to play against tough teams. Therefore, I’m backing the hosts to win and cover, and I would stick with the side bet. Denver is 15-4 SU and 12-7 ATS in its last 19 meetings with Milwaukee

Betting on the totals seems like a tricky job in this one. Unlike the Bucks, the Nuggets love to play at a slow pace and will try their best to slow down the tempo. The Bucks will miss Giannis on both sides of the ball, but they are still capable of playing good defense. Also, they should be fired up to prove it after allowing 140 points last time out. This clash could easily go either way, so I would stay away from the totals. If you like to follow betting trends, the over has hit in the previous five meetings between the Bucks and Nuggets at Pepsi Center.

Milwaukee Bucks at Denver Nuggets NBA Expert Betting Picks 3/9/20

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hoyas and Friars. The game is starting at 12:30 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Friars at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, RI. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and Providence is favored by -11.5 to win at home against Georgetown.</p><h3>GEORGETOWN HOYAS VS PROVIDENCE FRIARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgetown Hoyas +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amica Mutual Pavilion at 12:30 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGETOWN HOYAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Friars.</li><li>Even though we have Providence winning straight-up, we like Georgetown at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hoyas Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Georgetown has struggled on the road this season, going just 1-5 away from home. Over their last 10 games on the road, they have gone just 2-8.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Hoyas are 1-10 this season. They have lost four straight games and their record in the Big East is just 1-7.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Georgetown has gone 6-5 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 4-2 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 6-4. Overall, the Hoyas are 8-11 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Georgetown games is 10-9. On average, their games have finished with 147.3 points, which is 3.5 more than the average over/under line of 143.8. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 161 points, and their over/under record during this stretch is 3-0. Today's over/under line is 142.5.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Georgetown offense concluded with only 66 points against Butler. Throughout the game, they made 9/34 three-point attempts and had a field goal percentage of 34.8%. Offensively, the Hoyas hold a season-long field goal percentage of 41%, placing them 346th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 160th in terms of percentage and 94th in three-pointers made.</p><p>The Hoyas' defense is presently ranked 218th nationally, allowing an average of 74.6 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Georgetown defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Butler knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 90 points.</p><h3>Can the Friars Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Providence comes into this game as the favorite, as they have been in 13 of their 19 games this season. They have a record of 10-3 in those games, and they have gone 10-3 at home this season.</p>

<p>The Friars are coming off a four-point win over Seton Hall, and they have won two games in a row. Their record in Big East play is 4-4, and their overall record is 13-6.</p><p>As the favorite, Providence has gone 7-6 vs. the spread this season. Their home ATS record is 7-6 and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games as the favorite. Over their last three home games, the Friars are 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Providence's over/under record this season is 6-13 and today's line of 142.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games this year (141). So far, 12 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Recently, the average scoring total in their last three games is 147 points and their over/under record over their last five games is 3-2.</p><p>The Providence offense is coming off a game in which they scored 67 points vs. Seton Hall. Overall their field goal percentage was 44.9% while connecting on 7 threes. The top scorer for the Friars was Davonte Gaines with 17 points, while Josh Oduro also added 16 to the scoreboard.</p><p>The Friars' defense is presently ranked 40th nationally, allowing an average of 65.6 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Providence's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.9% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.0% this season.</p>

Georgetown Hoyas vs Providence Friars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

Bell MTS Place plays host to an intriguing showdown as the Winnipeg Jets prepare to face the visiting Arizona Coyotes. This Western Conference matchup gets started at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, March 9 and it's being shown live on Fox Sports Arizona.
<h2>Arizona Coyotes vs. Winnipeg Jets Odds</h2>
Playing the role of favorite will be Winnipeg (-125), whereas Arizona is a dog offering moneyline odds of +105. If you want to put some action on the matchup's Over/Under (O/U) total, you'll be looking at -115 for over 6 goals and +-105 for under under..

The Jets are 35-34 straight up (SU) and have netted moneyline bettors 3.6 units this season. That early-season winning percentage is a regression from the 47-35 record that the team managed during last year's regular season campaign. Among its 69 games this season, 29 have gone under the total, while 29 have gone over and just two have pushed. The team is 19-17 SU at home this season.

Winnipeg's converted on 20.6 percent of its power play opportunities this year, a figure that's right around league average. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 22nd overall, and it's successfully killed off 77.2 percent of all penalties.

Winnipeg, as a collective unit, has been penalized just 3.1 times per game overall this season, and 1.6 per game over its last five matchups at home. The team has had to stave off opposition power plays for just 7.4 minutes per game over its last 10 matchups, in total.

Sporting a .921 save percentage and 28.3 saves per game, Connor Hellebuyck (30-26-5) has been the primary goalkeeper for the Jets this season. If they, however, decide to give him the night off, Winnipeg might turn to Laurent Brossoit (7-12-12 record, .895 save percentage, 3.28 goals against average).

Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor will each be offensive focal points for the Jets. Scheifele (71 points) is up to 28 goals and 43 assists and has recorded multiple points on 19 different occasions this year. Connor has 36 goals and 35 assists to his name and has notched at least one point in 43 games.

On the other bench, Arizona is 33-36 straight up (SU) and has lost 7.2 units for moneyline bettors this year. Through 69 regular season matches, 38 of its games have gone under the total, while 29 have gone over and just two have pushed. Arizona's 16-20 SU as the away team this season.

Arizona has converted on 19.3 percent of its power play chances this season, a mark that's right around league average. On the other hand, its penalty kill unit is ranked seventh overall and it's successfully killed off 82.6 percent of all penalties.

Arizona's players have been called for penalties only 3.1 times per game this season, and 2.4 per game over their past five contests. The team has been forced to defend opponent power plays just 5.4 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Antti Raanta (2.63 goals against average and .921 save percentage) has been the primary option in goal for Arizona. Raanta is averaging 28.3 saves per game and has 15 wins, 18 losses, and three OT losses to his credit.

For the visiting Coyotes, a lot of the offense will be heavily coordinated by Taylor Hall (16 goals, 36 assists) and Clayton Keller (17 goals, 27 assists).
<h3>Arizona Coyotes at Winnipeg Jets Betting Predictions</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free NHL Pick:</a> SU Winner – Jets, O/U – Under
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Four of Winnipeg's last five outings gone under the total.

Power plays and penalty kills may have a critical role tonight. The Coyotes are 11-18 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponent and 27-31 in games where they're in the penalty box for fewer than 10 minutes, total. The Jets are 17-20 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than the opposition and 24-30 when they're in the box for less than 10 minutes.

Arizona is 5-4 in games decided by a shootout this season while Winnipeg is 3-2 in shootouts.

Winnipeg skaters have created 7.0 takeaways per game over its last five home games, right in line with its season average of 6.8 takeaways per game (ranked 21st).

Arizona is ranked 23rd overall with 6.7 takeaways per game. That figure has trended higher lately, as it's created 7.9 takeaways over its last 10 games and 10.2 takeaways over its last five.

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Arizona Coyotes at Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick 3/9/20

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Knicks (-909) will host the Jazz (+610) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are favored by 13 points and have won 8 straight games. The over/under line for the game is 231.5 points.</p>

<p>New York (23-10) is currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference, while Utah (7-24) is 14th in the Western Conference. The Jazz have lost 4 straight games and are 5th in the Northwest Division. This game will be played at Madison Square Garden and can be seen on MSG.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +13</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-134 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-24 on the season after a 132-121 loss to the Nuggets on Monday. Playing at home, Utah entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 253 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 238.5 by 14.5 points.</p> <p>Denver went on a key 10-0 run, stretching their lead from 24-21 to 34-21. Utah battled back to lead 66-64 at halftime, but the Nuggets took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Jazz 34-23. Utah couldn’t close the gap in the 4th, as Denver edged them 34-32 in the final period.</p><p>Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 24 points in their loss to the Nuggets, scoring 13 of those in the 1st quarter. He also hit 3 threes at a 60% rate. Collin Sexton added 22 points, with 6 coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>As a team, the Jazz shot 51.2% from the field, making 13 threes at a 34.2% clip. Lauri Markkanen contributed 17 points, though he struggled from deep, hitting just 2 of 9 attempts.</p><p>The Jazz struggled defensively against the Nuggets, giving up 132 points on 50% shooting. Utah allowed 36 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Despite their defensive struggles, the Jazz limited Denver to just 9 made threes on 30% shooting. Utah sent the Nuggets to the line 19 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 23-10 on the season with a 126-106 road win over the Wizards on Monday. Entering the game as 13-point favorites, New York covered the spread, while the total score of 232 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 228.5.</p> <p>After trailing 30-27 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control by winning the 2nd quarter 32-27 and the 3rd quarter 38-31. Heading into the 4th with a 97-88 lead, New York's defense stepped up, holding Washington to just 18 points in the final period while scoring 29.</p><p>Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks to a win over the Wizards, scoring 32 points and grabbing 13 rebounds, shooting 68.4% from the field. Josh Hart contributed 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>The Knicks made 15 threes, shooting 34.1% from deep and 45.9% overall. Towns scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Hart had 17 in the 2nd. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each added 18 points, with Anunoby hitting 4 threes.</p><p>The Knicks gave up 106 points to the Wizards but locked down defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 18 points to secure the win. Overall, they held Washington to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>New York's defense was particularly effective against the three, as they limited the Wizards to just 12 made threes on 27% shooting. The Knicks also recorded 9 steals in the game.</p>

Utah Jazz vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/1/25

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<p>Betting on today's Skyhawks and Lions game? Catch the action at Flowers Hall in Florence, AL, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 153 points, and North Alabama is favored by -10 against UT Martin in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS NORTH ALABAMA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UT Martin Skyhawks +10</p><p>This game will be played at Flowers Hall at 7:00 ET on Monday, November 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Even though we have North Alabama winning straight-up, we like UT Martin at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Skyhawks Pull Off a Win at Florence?</h3><h3>UT Martin Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UT Martin pulled off a 67-65 road win over Illinois State on Monday, November 4th. The Skyhawks were +12.5 point underdogs going into the game, but not only did they win, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-29 at halftime, UT Martin scored 38 points in the 2nd half while holding Illinois State to 34 points. The game’s total points of 132 fell under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>In their latest game, the UT Martin Skyhawks put up 67 points, with Josue Grullon leading the way, scoring 18 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. Jack Daugherty added 15 points, hitting 5 of his 12 three-point attempts at a 41.7% clip.</p> <p>Chase Walker contributed 13 points, shooting 55.6% from the field, while Tarence Guinyard and Ty Pence each chipped in 12 points. Vladimer Salaridze struggled from deep, hitting just 1 of 6 threes, but still managed 11 points and a team-high 12 rebounds.</p><p>UT Martin's defense held their opponent to just 65 points, allowing them to shoot only 29% from the field (18/62). They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 19% (8/41).</p> <p>Inside the arc, UT Martin's opponent managed to shoot 47% (10/21). From the free-throw line, they went 21/28, hitting 75% of their attempts. UT Martin gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Lions Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>North Alabama Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Alabama opened their season with a 73-57 road win over Air Force on Monday. The Lions, who entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>North Alabama took control early, leading 43-22 at halftime. While they allowed 35 points in the 2nd half, they still managed to score 30 points to secure the win. The game’s total points were 130, falling under the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>North Alabama's offense was powered by their three-point shooting in their last game, hitting 15 of 29 attempts for 51.7% from deep. Their overall field goal percentage was 46.6%, with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%. They struggled inside the arc, shooting just 41.4% on two-point attempts, and their free-throw shooting was only 44.4% (4/9).</p> <p>Ethan Taylor led the way with 30 points, hitting 8 of 11 threes (72.7%) and shooting 69.2% overall. Jacari Lane added 24 points, making 5 of 6 threes (83.3%) and finishing with 6 assists. Dallas Howell contributed 17 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes (62.5%).</p><p>North Alabama's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, allowing them to shoot 39% from the field. The Lions gave up 18 made field goals on 46 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent went 9/26, shooting 34%. North Alabama also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 70%.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Canadiens and Blackhawks game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Blackhawks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, the Canadiens are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>The Canadiens enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Canadiens on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Canadiens Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Montreal fell to 17-17-3 after a 3-1 road loss to the Penguins. Entering as underdogs on the puck line, the Canadiens failed to cover, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.</p> 

<p>The Canadiens didn’t score until the third period, trailing 2-0 before Christian Dvorak found the net at 14:28. The Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held to just one goal in their recent 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak netted his first goal of the season, while Emil Heineman picked up his first assist and Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh. The Canadiens fired 26 shots on goal but were unable to convert on any of their 20 offensive giveaways.</p> <p>After being shut out in the first two periods, the Canadiens finally got on the board at 14:28 in the third period. They were unable to capitalize on any power play opportunities and finished with no empty net or shorthanded goals.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals, one at 15:57 in the first period and another at 18:40 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the third. Goalie Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Will the Blackhawks Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 12-24-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks, underdogs on the puck line, covered with the victory. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players. They led 3-0 before the Ducks got on the board in the third period. Chicago’s final goal came at 17:43 in the third, and Anaheim added one more with just 4 seconds left.</p><p>Chicago’s offense netted four goals in their 4-2 win over the Ducks, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his second goal, while Teuvo Teravainen found the net for the 4th time this year. Isaak Phillips also contributed with his first goal of the season.</p> <p>The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. Connor Bedard picked up assists on three of the four goals, bringing his season total to 9 assists.</p><p>On defense, Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Chicago's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals they allowed came in the 3rd period, including one at 19:56.</p>

Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

Southeast Division foes will battle when the Atlanta Hawks (19-46) clash against the Charlotte Hornets (22-41) at State Farm Arena. The game's Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 225 points with Atlanta opening as a 4-point favorite. Action gets underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, March 9, 2020, and it can be seen on Fox Sports - Southeast.
<h2>Charlotte Hornets at Atlanta Hawks Free Preview</h2>
The Hornets beat the Houston Rockets in their last outing, 108-99, despite being 8-point underdogs. Terry Rozier led Charlotte in scoring with 24 points on 8-for-15 shooting. Charlotte played a nearly flawless game. They had a solid free throw rate of 0.271 (above their season average of 0.186) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.636 (above their season average of 0.501). For those same stats, Houston had marks of 0.184 and 0.559, respectively. The two teams combined to score 207 points, which came in under the O/U total of 218.5.

The last time the Hawks were in action, they were topped by the Memphis Grizzlies, 118-101, and were not able to cover as 6-point underdogs. John Collins was Atlanta's high scorer with 27 points on 9-for-16 shooting. Memphis held the Hawks to an effective field goal percentage of 0.405 (below their season average of 0.514). Atlanta, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (11.5 vs. 13.6). The two squads combined to account for 219 points, which finished well under the projected point total of 235.

It will be a showdown of opposite tempos as the fast-breaking Hawks will look to push the slower-paced Hornets. The Hawks currently rank fourth in possessions per game while the Hornets are 30th.

Of Charlotte's 63 games, 34 have finished under the O/U total, while 37 of Atlanta's 65 games have finished over the O/U total. Looking at straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) records, the Hornets have a clear advantage. They are 22-41 SU and 32-29-2 ATS, while the Hawks are 19-46 SU and 29-35-1 ATS.

Both teams have had a player heat up over their last five games. For the Hornets, it's been PJ Washington, who has averaged 16 points,6.0 rebounds, while the Hawks have received solid contributions from Kevin Huerter (15 points,5.8 assists,1.2 steals).

These two teams have already met once this season. The two teams combined to put up 229 points in that game, which was over the projected point total of 222.5. The Hawks won 122-107, covering as 2-point underdogs. Atlanta was lights out from beyond the arc (18-45; 40.0 percent). Charlotte, on the other hand, did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (24-29; 82.8 percent). Trae Young scored a game-high 30 points.
<h3>Hornets vs. Hawks Odds Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/top-nba-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free Pick:</a> SU Winner - Hornets, ATS Winner - Hornets, O/U - Under
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The Hawks rank 12th in blocks per game (5.1) while the Hornets rank 26th (4.1).

Charlotte ranks 17th in points off turnovers allowed per game (17.0) while Atlanta ranks 29th (19.4).

Atlanta averages 35.9 three pointers per game, which ranks eighth in the league. Charlotte ranks 21st in three pointers allowed per game (34.8).

Charlotte ranks 23rd in rebounds allowed per game (46.0) while Atlanta ranks 28th (47.2).

Atlanta is 19-12-1 ATS at home, while Charlotte is 18-15 ATS on the road.

The Hornets have 17 unders and 16 overs in 33 road games.

The Hawks have 18 overs and 14 unders in 32 home games.

Charlotte is 8-1 when they allow under 100 points, while Atlanta is 4-0.

The Hornets are 17-23 when they score more than 100 points, while the Hawks are 19-38.

The Hawks rank 13th in steals per game (7.9) while the Hornets rank 25th (6.5).

Charlotte ranks fourth in fast break points allowed per game (11.8) while Atlanta ranks 24th (14.6).

The Hawks average 50.2 points in the paint per game, which ranks fourth in the NBA. The Hornets rank 23rd in points allowed in the paint per game (50.5).

The Hawks average 23.8 assists per game, which ranks 19th in the league. The Hornets rank last in assists allowed per game (26.5).

Charlotte averages 13.3 second chance points per game, which ranks 13th in the NBA. Atlanta ranks 28th in second chance points allowed per game (15.2).

Bettings Trends:

Atlanta is 2-3 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs in its last five games.

Over its past five games, Charlotte is 5-0 ATS with 4 unders and 1 over.

The Hawks’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.4, down from 8.2 for the season.

During their last five games, the Hornets have scored an average of 101.4 points per game (0.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 101.2 points per game (8.1 below their season average).

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Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick 03/09/20

<p>Making on a bet on this NBA game featuring the Knicks versus the Lakers? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SN-LA. The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 227.5 points, with the Lakers being the favored team playing at home against the Knicks.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-112 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 50.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can New York Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>As they prepare to take on the Lakers, the Knicks are focused on keeping their record above .500, which is currently 14-11. When playing on the road, the Knicks are 7-8 this season, compared to a 7-3 record at home.</p><p>New York comes in with an overall ATS record of 14-11 so far this season. As the favorite this season, New York is 9-5 vs. the spread while going 5-6 as the underdog.</p><p>The Knicks are coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 122 points vs. the Clippers. This figure is more than their season average of 114.5 points per game. New York's offense is currently one of the slower paced teams in the NBA, at 96 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 12th in attempts and 4th in three-point shooting percentage.</p><p><p>At this time, the Knicks' defense is positioned 9th in the NBA, permitting 111.8 points per game.</p><p>New York's defense is currently forcing 12.1 turnovers per game, which is 5th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 29th in blocked shots, with an average of 3.2 rejections per game.</p></p><h3>Do the Lakers Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Coming into today's game against the Knicks, the Lakers have an overall record of 15-11 and are 1-2 in their last three games. In the Western Conference, they are currently 8th and are 3rd in the Pacific division.</p><p>Los Angeles' ATS record is currently below .500 at 11-15 for the season. The Lakers have two straight ATS losses as the underdog and are 8-9 vs. the spread as the favorite.</p><p>In their previous game, the Lakers' offense finished with 115 points, which is right in line with their current average of 114 points per contest. LeBron James led the scoring for the Lakers, contributing 23 points. Additionally, Austin Reaves chipped in with 22 points.</p><p><p>At present, the Lakers' defense is ranked 12th, allowing 113.5 points per game.</p><p>Inside the arc, the Lakers defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 51.7% and 37.1% from three-point territory.</p></p>

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