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<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Devils picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can New York Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Rangers evened their record at 16-16-1 with a 5-2 victory over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with a short-handed goal at 16:16 in the first period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin scored twice, with his 9th goal coming on an empty net and his 8th on a power play. Chris Kreider netted his 8th goal as well, while Vincent Trocheck added his 4th. Adam Edstrom scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers took 40 shots on goal, scoring once on a power play and once while shorthanded.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their third-period performance from their previous game against the Islanders, where they didn't allow a goal in the final frame. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the Rangers’ defense added 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed in the third came with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored New Jersey?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 22-11-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. New Jersey entered the game as the puck line favorites, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames broke through at 5:34. New Jersey’s offense couldn’t find the net, managing just 22 shots and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, despite putting 22 shots on goal. The Devils had 19 giveaways and were unable to score in any period.</p> <p>New Jersey didn't score on the power play, nor did they manage any shorthanded or empty net goals. The team was held without a goal for the entire game.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held firm through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. New Jersey's defense also recorded 5 takeaways, 22 hits, and 15 blocks.</p>

New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

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<p>The Ravens are favored on the money line at -210 as they prepare to take on the Texans at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th. The Texans are the underdog at +176, and the point spread favors the Ravens by -4. The over/under line is set at 47.5 points for this week 17 AFC matchup, which is being televised on NFLX.</p><h3>BALTIMORE RAVENS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans +4</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 29 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ravens Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 10-5 record, the Ravens sit 5th in our power rankings and have a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They’ve won two straight games, including a 34-17 victory over the Steelers in week 16. Baltimore was a 7-point favorite in that game and covered the spread, improving their ATS record to 8-6-1. Their O/U record stands at 12-3, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Ravens have a 52.6% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 3-2 in division games and 6-4 in conference play. Baltimore is 5-2 at home and 5-3 on the road.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Ravens at the top heading into week 17. They lead the NFL in yards per game with 423.7 and are 3rd in points per game, averaging 30.1. Baltimore ranks 5th in passing yards per game, despite being 26th in pass attempts. They lean heavily on the run game, ranking 3rd in attempts and 2nd in rushing yards per game with 181.2. On 3rd downs, the Ravens convert 48.2% of the time, which is 3rd best in the NFL, but they are 30th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson threw for 207 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 16, posting a passer rating of 115. Derrick Henry had 24 carries for 162 yards, and Zay Flowers led the team with 5 catches for 100 yards. Baltimore scored in every quarter against the Steelers, putting up 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters. Before that, Jackson had a 5-touchdown game in week 15, and he threw for 237 yards in week 14.</p><p>Despite giving up 117 rushing yards to the Steelers, the Ravens' defense came away with a 34-17 win. They allowed 198 passing yards on 22 completions, with Pittsburgh finishing with 315 total yards. Baltimore's defense also forced one interception and recorded three sacks.</p>
<p>On the day, the Ravens held Pittsburgh to a 40% third-down conversion rate and won the battle in quarterback hits, finishing with a +6 differential. Even though the Steelers managed to run for 117 yards, they averaged 4.9 yards per attempt.</p><h3>Are The Texans Going Win In At Upset At NRG Stadium</h3><p>Despite their week 16 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans have locked up the AFC South with a 9-6 record. They are 4-1 in the division and 7-3 in conference play, putting them 4th in the AFC standings. Our power rankings have them 11th heading into week 17, when they will host the Ravens.</p> <p>Houston has a +1.3 scoring margin this season and is 6-8-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-9-1, with their games averaging 44.9 points (O/U line: 44.8).</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.1 points per game, which places them 13th in the NFL. They are 20th in passing yards per game (213.7) and 18th in rushing yards per game (109.6), with 25.9 rushing attempts per game. On 3rd down, they rank 15th with a conversion rate of 38.2%, and they are 19th in red zone conversions, scoring on 21.6% of their opportunities.</p> <p>In week 16, C.J. Stroud threw for 244 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions against the Chiefs, completing 23 of 39 passes. Joe Mixon led the team in rushing with 57 yards on 14 carries, while Tank Dell had 6 catches for 98 yards and a touchdown. Dell is now out for the season with a knee injury.</p><p>In their 27-19 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans' defense allowed 375 total yards and 124 rushing yards on 28 attempts. They gave up 251 passing yards, with Kansas City completing 68.3% of their passes. Houston struggled on third downs, allowing the Chiefs to convert 53.8% of their chances.<p></p>The Texans' defense managed just one sack in the game and struggled to generate consistent pressure, as they lost the quarterback hit and tackles for loss differentials. Giving up 27 points, Houston's defense was unable to slow down the Chiefs' offense enough to come out with a win.</p>

Baltimore Ravens vs Houston Texans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Great Danes and Pioneers. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Pioneers at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Sacred Heart is favored by -3.5 against Albany in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>ALBANY GREAT DANES VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Albany Great Danes +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 11:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALBANY GREAT DANES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Even though we have Sacred Heart winning straight-up, we like Albany at +3.5.</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>Will the Great Danes Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Albany Great Danes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Albany fell to 4-6 on the season after a 77-70 loss to Drexel on Saturday. The Great Danes, who were -2.5 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p> <p>Albany trailed 37-23 at halftime but made a strong push in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while allowing 40. Despite the comeback effort, they couldn’t overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Albany's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 19 attempts for a 10.5% rate, but excelled inside, connecting on 65.8% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Great Danes were nearly perfect, making 14 of 15 attempts for 93.3%. Amar'e Marshall led the team with 19 points, while Kobe MaGee added 17, hitting 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Albany gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, including 65% on two-point attempts (25/38). However, Albany managed to limit their opponents' success from beyond the arc, holding them to just 2/19 shooting (10%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Albany's opponents were efficient, hitting 14/15 attempts (93%). Albany also allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Pioneers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Sacred Heart dropped to 4-6 on the season after an 83-73 loss to Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Pioneers went into the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 156, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p> <p>After trailing 42-39 at halftime, Sacred Heart was unable to close the gap, scoring 34 points in the second half while allowing 41.</p><p>In their latest game, Sacred Heart put up 73 points, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They connected on 40.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 22 attempts, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 14 of 18 for 77.8%.</p> <p>Khaden Bennett led the way with 23 points, shooting 58.3% overall and 37.5% from deep. Amarri Monroe added 19 points, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 11 attempts. Amiri Stewart contributed 18 points, knocking down 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Sacred Heart's defensive efforts, they allowed 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Pioneers struggled to contain their opponent inside, giving up 66% on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacred Heart's defense allowed 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws (73%).</p>

Albany Great Danes vs Sacred Heart Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Miami Heat (-463) will host the Brooklyn Nets (+353) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Miami is currently 6th in the East, while Brooklyn is 11th.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this game is 213.5 points, and the Heat (-10) are favored by double-digits. The Nets are 11-17 on the season, while the Heat have lost three straight and are 13-13 overall.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -10</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-72 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Brooklyn Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 11-17 on the season after a 105-94 home loss to the Jazz on Saturday. Brooklyn, who were -1.5 point favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 199, well below the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn started strong, leading 24-19 after the 1st quarter, but a 31-21 2nd quarter for Utah put the Nets behind. They trailed 75-63 going into the 4th, and despite outscoring the Jazz 31-30 in the final period, they couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In their 105-94 loss to the Jazz, the Nets struggled offensively, shooting just 40.4% from the field and hitting only 7 threes at a 17.5% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 18 points, 13 of which came in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Ben Simmons added 15 points and 10 assists, while Shake Milton chipped in 11 points. Simmons scored 6 points in the 1st quarter, and Milton contributed 5 points in the 2nd.</p><p>The Nets held the Jazz to 105 points but couldn't capitalize on their defensive effort in a 105-94 loss. Brooklyn's defense was strong in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they gave up 31 in the 2nd and 30 in the 4th. Overall, the Jazz shot 47% from the field.</p> <p>Brooklyn did a good job defending the three, with Utah hitting 14 threes at a 34% clip. The Nets also limited the Jazz's trips to the free-throw line, where they went 9/17. Defensively, the Nets finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Heat Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-13 after a 121-114 road loss to the Magic on Saturday. Miami, who entered the game as +2 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 235 points exceeded the O/U line of 205 by 30 points.</p> <p>Miami appeared to be in control after a 14-0 run early on and led 106-84 heading into the 4th quarter. However, the Heat managed just 8 points in the final period while allowing the Magic to score 37, leading to a stunning turnaround.</p><p>The Heat shot 48% from the field in their loss to the Magic, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28.1% of their threes, with only 9 makes. Bam Adebayo and Terry Rozier led Miami with 23 points each, while Tyler Herro added 22 points and 5 assists.</p> <p>Herro scored 13 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Rozier added 12 in the 2nd. Adebayo was consistent throughout, scoring 8 points in the 1st and 7 more in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite a consistent defensive effort through the first three quarters, allowing 28 points in each, the Heat gave up 37 points in the 4th, leading to a 121-114 loss to the Magic. Miami allowed Orlando to shoot 49% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat held the Magic to just 11 made threes on 29% shooting. Miami finished with 31 defensive rebounds, giving up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals in the game.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (9-19) will take on the Dallas Mavericks (18-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 10 points and are 4th in the Western Conference, while the Trail Blazers are 13th in the West.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +10</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-134 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Make it Happen in Dallas?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers fell to 9-19 on the season after a 114-94 road loss to the Spurs on Saturday. Portland entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs but couldn’t keep it close, losing by 20 points. The total score of 208 points fell short of the 225.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Portland trailed 60-44 at halftime after a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 35-24. The Blazers couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 27 points in each of the final two quarters.</p><p>In their 114-94 loss to the Spurs, the Trail Blazers struggled offensively, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 27.9% from three-point range. They connected on 12 threes, with Shaedon Sharpe hitting 3 at a 50% rate, finishing with a team-high 25 points.</p> <p>Anfernee Simons also made 3 threes, shooting 27.3% from deep and contributing 18 points and 6 assists. Deandre Ayton added 14 points, shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 35 points, but they held the Spurs to 27 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, Portland allowed 114 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Blazers did a solid job defending the three, holding the Spurs to just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Spurs to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Portland finished with 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Does Dallas Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 18-10 on the season with a 113-97 win over the Clippers on Saturday. Playing at home, Dallas entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The combined score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a strong 2nd quarter, where they outscored the Clippers 31-18, the Mavericks saw their lead shrink in the 3rd. However, they pulled away in the 4th, going on a 10-0 run to seal the game.</p><p>Quentin Grimes led the Mavericks with 20 points, including 14 in the 4th quarter, as they defeated the Clippers 113-97. Grimes shot 87.5% from the field and hit 3 threes at a 75% rate. Klay Thompson added 16 points, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter and another 6 in the 4th.</p> <p>Dallas hit 14 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 45.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyrie Irving each contributed 15 points, with Dinwiddie dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>The Mavericks put on a defensive clinic against the Clippers, holding them to just 97 points. Dallas was particularly strong in the 2nd quarter, where they gave up only 18 points. Overall, they limited Los Angeles to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks were even better, allowing just 10 threes on 27% shooting. They also recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Jets versus the Maple Leafs? The puck drops at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Maple Leafs being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Jets.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Maple Leafs will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Winnipeg Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Jets improved to 24-10-1 with a 7-4 win over the Lightning. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg trailed 2-0 in the first period, but seven different players scored to help the Jets come back. They took the lead for good with a goal at 15:57 in the third period.</p><p>The Jets' offense fired 34 shots on goal and scored 7 times in their 7-4 win over the Lightning. Each of their 7 goals came from a different player, with Vladislav Namestnikov netting his 3rd of the season. Logan Stanley added his 1st goal of the year, while Alex Iafallo scored on a power play, his 1st of the season.</p> <p>After trailing 2-0, Winnipeg got on the board with Namestnikov's goal at 7:37 in the first period. They added two more in the second and four in the third, including two empty-netters from Nikolaj Ehlers, his 9th goal, and Cole Perfetti, who scored his 4th. The Jets recorded 10 assists, with Josh Morrissey picking up his 13th of the season.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense got off to a rough start, allowing the first two goals of the game and a tying goal in the 3rd period, but they settled in after that, leading to a 7-4 win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, and the Jets' defense contributed 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Maple Leafs fell to 21-11-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. As the underdogs on the puck line, Toronto failed to cover, and the total of 3 goals was well under the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Toronto's only goal came at 19:08 in the first period, tying the game at 1. William Nylander scored his 9th goal of the season, a power-play goal. The Wild secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, scoring on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews, with his 6th assist, and Mitchell Marner, who now has 12 assists, contributed on Nylander's goal.</p> <p>The Maple Leafs recorded 28 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. Toronto had 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Toronto's defense gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the 1st period and the game-winner 2:14 into overtime. Despite those setbacks, Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense recorded 30 hits and 2 takeaways.</p>

Winnipeg Jets vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Raiders and Volunteers face off at 7:00 ET on SECN. The Volunteers are hosting the game at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -26.5 vs. Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Volunteers.</li><li>Even though we have Tennessee winning straight-up, we like Middle Tennessee at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Middle Tennessee Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 7-3 on the season with a narrow 67-65 win over Lipscomb on Thursday. The Blue Raiders were favored by 2.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee led 37-30 at halftime but allowed Lipscomb to score 35 points in the second half while managing just 30 points themselves. Despite the close call, the Blue Raiders held on for the win.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit only 59.1% of their free throws. The Blue Raiders managed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic was a bright spot, scoring 32 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 1-of-3 from three-point range. Jestin Porter added 14 points, despite shooting 4-of-14 overall and 1-of-6 from deep. Essam Mostafa contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, while Gyasi Powell chipped in 11 points, hitting 2-of-5 from three.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense held their opponents to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (24/63). They limited two-point shooting to 18/42 (42%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Blue Raiders allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts (28%). Their opponents shot 59% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 22.</p><h3>Can the Volunteers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Tennessee improved to 11-0 this season with an 84-36 win over Western Carolina on Tuesday. The Volunteers, who were heavy favorites at -36.5, covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Tennessee led 38-15 at halftime and continued their dominance in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 46-21. The game’s total points ended at 120, falling short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p><p>Tennessee put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 29.6% of their threes (8/27). At the free-throw line, the Volunteers were efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts (85.7%).</p> <p>The Volunteers dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Chaz Lanier led the way with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 42.1% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Jordan Gainey added 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4), while Darlinstone Dubar contributed 13 points, shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Tennessee's defensive efforts, they gave up 36 points in their last game. The Volunteers allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, with 32 made baskets on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Tennessee's defense allowed 24 makes on 42 attempts, a 57% shooting rate. They also gave up 8 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Tennessee's opponent shot 85%, making 12 of 14 attempts. The Volunteers also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cornhuskers and Rainbow Warriors face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN2. The Rainbow Warriors are hosting the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Nebraska is favored by -11.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cornhuskers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>With a 66-49 win over Murray State on Sunday, the Cornhuskers improved to 8-2 this season. Nebraska, favored by eight points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 34-14 at halftime, Nebraska’s defense was strong early. However, they allowed 35 points in the second half while scoring 32. The total points of 115 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.7%. They connected on 35.3% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-17, and were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 8 of 9 shots for 88.9%.</p> <p>Kylen Milton led the way with 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Connor Essegian added 15 points, making 5 of 10 from beyond the arc. Andrew Morgan was dominant inside, shooting 6 of 7 from the field and grabbing 12 rebounds. Nebraska finished with just 6 assists and 6 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Nebraska's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 30% shooting from the field. The Cornhuskers were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 35% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they hit 8 free throws (53%). Nebraska allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 5-3 on the season with a 78-61 win over Charlotte on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors were -7.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Hawaii led 44-31 at halftime and added 34 points in the 2nd half while holding Charlotte to 30. The total points for the game were 139, just over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 54.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 24 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 50% from three. Marcus Greene added 22 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Jaehshon Thomas contributed 16 points, making both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Hawaii gave up 61 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, the Rainbow Warriors couldn’t contain the attack, as the other team hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 27/44.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held the opponent to 5/15 shooting, a 33% clip. The Rainbow Warriors also sent the other team to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 69%. Hawaii allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>With the over/under line set at 42.5 points, the Chiefs and Steelers will face off on Wednesday, December 25th at 1:00 ET. The Chiefs are the road favorite with a money line of -146, while the Steelers' money line sits at +123. The game is being televised on NFLX, and the Chiefs are -2.5 point road favorites. Both teams need to add their records, and this AFC matchup is taking place at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY CHIEFS VS PITTSBURGH STEELERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 22 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 42.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chiefs Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 14-1 record, the Chiefs have a 100% chance of making the playoffs and winning the AFC West. They are on a 5-game winning streak, including a 27-19 win over the Texans in week 16. Kansas City was favored by 3 points and covered the spread, and the 46 points scored in the game went over the 42.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 6th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +5.2 points per game and are 6-8-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 7-8, with their games averaging 42.3 points per game.</p><p>Patrick Mahomes has been consistent over the last three weeks, with passer ratings of 88, 78, and 93 in week 16. Against the Texans, he threw for 260 yards (28/41) and a touchdown without an interception. Xavier Worthy led the team with 7 catches for 65 yards, while Kareem Hunt added 55 rushing yards on 11 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Chiefs rank 8th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage (51%) and are 11th in points per game (23.7). Kansas City is 12th in passing yards per game (225.9) and 15th in rushing (112.9 yards per game).</p><p>In their 27-19 win over the Texans, the Chiefs' defense allowed just 84 rushing yards on 17 attempts. They picked off two passes and held Houston to 2-of-5 on fourth down attempts. The Chiefs gave up 227 yards through the air, with Houston completing 59% of their passes, and two passing touchdowns. Additionally, the Chiefs allowed the Texans to convert on 53.8% of their third down attempts.<p></p>Kansas City's defense put pressure on the quarterback throughout the game, finishing with two sacks and winning the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials. Despite allowing a couple of passing touchdowns, the Chiefs' defense played well enough to help secure the win.</p><h3>Will The Steelers Win At Home Over The Chiefs?</h3><p>Despite a two-game losing streak, the Steelers remain 1st in the AFC North with a 10-5 record. After a week 14 win over the Browns, Pittsburgh has dropped two straight, including a 34-17 loss to the Ravens in week 16. The Steelers were 7-point underdogs in that game, and the 51 points scored went over the 44-point line.</p> <p>According to our projections, Pittsburgh has a 47.4% chance of winning the division and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 12th in our NFL power rankings. The Steelers have a +3.6 scoring margin and are 10-5 against the spread this season. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 43.5 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Steelers sit 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.5 points per game, which ranks 12th in the league. They are 19th in total yards per game, with 324.9, and rank 25th in passing yards, averaging 198.9 per game on 28.7 attempts. On the ground, Pittsburgh is 2nd in rushing attempts and 11th in rushing yards per game, with 126.</p> <p>In week 16, Russell Wilson threw for 217 yards (22/33), with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. Calvin Austin III led the team with 4 catches for 65 yards, while Jaylen Warren had 48 rushing yards on 12 carries. The Steelers scored 7 points in the 3rd quarter against the Ravens but were shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Steelers' defense struggled to stop the run in their 34-17 loss to the Ravens, giving up 220 yards on 38 attempts, which is 5.8 yards per attempt. Despite allowing just 198 passing yards, Pittsburgh gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed big plays in the passing game, with the Ravens averaging 8.6 yards per attempt.<p></p>Pittsburgh's defense managed only one sack and allowed the Ravens to convert on 40% of their third downs. The Steelers also struggled to generate consistent pressure, losing the quarterback hit differential by -6 and the tackles for loss differential by -2.</p>

Kansas City Chiefs vs Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>The Lancers and Fighting Camels are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloH. The Fighting Camels will host the game at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC. In this non-conference matchup, Longwood is favored by -1.5 against Campbell. The over/under for the game is 144.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Longwood Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Longwood fell to 6-3 on the season after a 77-70 home loss to North Carolina Central on Saturday. The Lancers, who were -8 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 first half, Longwood allowed 43 points in the second half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Longwood's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They excelled inside, hitting 67.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Keishon Porter led the way with 20 points in 19 minutes, shooting 8-for-9 from the field. Po'Boigh King added 16 points, hitting 3-of-6 from deep, and Colby Garland contributed 15 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 67% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 19 of 28 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Longwood held their opponent to 28% shooting, as they made 6 of 21 attempts. The Lancers also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 14 for 60%.</p><h3>Will Campbell Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Campbell fell to 3-6 on the season after an 86-76 road loss to Morgan State on Sunday, December 15th. The Fighting Camels entered the game as 6-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Campbell led 33-31 at halftime, but they allowed 55 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. The game’s total points reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 151.</p><p>In their last game, Campbell put up 76 points, shooting 39.7% from the field and 36% from beyond the arc. They were efficient at the free-throw line, hitting 87.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Will Thomas led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 63.2%. Kameron Hobbs and Nolan Dorsey each added 21 points, with Dorsey hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency.</p><p>Despite Campbell's defensive struggles, giving up 86 points on 66% shooting, they limited their opponent's three-point attempts, with just 7 taken and 3 made. However, the opposition dominated inside, converting 70% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Campbell sent their opponent to the stripe 17 times, where they hit 11 free throws. The Fighting Camels also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Campbell Fighting Camels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Ducks versus the Golden Knights? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>With the Golden Knights being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Golden Knights.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Anaheim as Away Dogs</h3><p>Anaheim’s 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks dropped them to 13-15-4 this season. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 3-0, the Ducks got on the board with 10:16 left in the third period. They added another goal with just four seconds remaining. Brock McGinn and Mason McTavish were the goal scorers for Anaheim.</p><p>Anaheim fired 39 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, but only managed to score twice. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, finding the net with just four seconds left in the game on a power play.</p> <p>Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the season on McGinn's goal, while Troy Terry and Ryan Strome each added to their assist totals, now at five and four, respectively. Anaheim had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks allowed the first three goals of the game, including two power-play goals, and one more late in the 3rd period. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.</p><h3>Does Vegas Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights moved to 22-8-3 this season. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players scoring. Brett Howden's goal at 2:15 in overtime sealed the victory.</p><p>Vegas fired 35 shots on goal in their 4-3 overtime win against Utah. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season, while William Karlsson added his 2nd. Pavel Dorofeyev scored for the 7th time this year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time.</p> <p>Hanifin also picked up two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. Tomas Hertl recorded his 8th assist, and Mark Stone added his 15th. The Golden Knights had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 8:08 in the first period and another at 8:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed Utah to tie it at 3-3 with 6:50 left in the third period. Goalie Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The Golden Knights' defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-237) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (+198) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 6 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line for this game is set at 230 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -6</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-102 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Clippers fell to 16-13 on the season after a 113-97 loss to the Mavericks on Saturday. Los Angeles, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 54-40 at halftime, the Clippers cut the deficit to 74-66 by the end of the 3rd quarter. However, a 10-0 run by the Mavericks in the 4th quarter sealed the game, as Dallas outscored Los Angeles 39-31 in the final period.</p><p>In their 113-97 loss to the Mavericks, the Clippers struggled offensively, shooting just 42% from the field and hitting only 27% of their threes, making 10 in total. Norman Powell led the way with 28 points, despite shooting 36.4% overall and 27.3% from deep.</p> <p>James Harden and Kevin Porter Jr. each added 19 points, with Porter shooting 66.7% and hitting 50% of his threes. Powell scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Porter added 10 in the final period.</p><p>The Clippers put together strong defensive efforts in the 1st and 3rd quarters, but a 39-point 4th quarter from the Mavericks sealed their fate in a 113-97 loss. Los Angeles allowed Dallas to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 14 threes at a 40% clip. The Clippers sent Dallas to the line 22 times, where they converted 19 free throws. Defensively, Los Angeles recorded 8 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Grizzlies Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 20-9 this season with a 128-112 road win over the Hawks on Saturday. The Grizzlies, favored by 2 points, covered the spread, and the total score of 240 points went over the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>A 10-0 run early in the game helped Memphis take control, as they went from trailing 5-2 to leading 12-5. They dominated the first half, outscoring Atlanta 73-49. The teams played evenly in the 3rd quarter, each scoring 27 points, and although the Hawks outscored the Grizzlies 36-28 in the 4th, Memphis had already built a 100-76 lead heading into the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put up 128 points in their win over the Hawks, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 18 threes at a 43.9% clip. Desmond Bane led the way with 23 points and 8 assists, knocking down 4 threes at 50% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Scotty Pippen Jr. added 22 points and 9 assists, shooting 75% from the field and from three, with 3 made threes. Jake LaRavia contributed 16 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p><p>The Grizzlies' defense was solid through three quarters against the Hawks, but they allowed 36 points in the 4th. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Memphis allowed Atlanta to hit 14 threes at a 36% rate. The Hawks also went 20/24 from the free-throw line. The Grizzlies grabbed 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

Los Angeles Clippers vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ramblers and Cougars. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Get ready to place your bets! Loyola Chicago is favored by -4.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ramblers Have What it Takes in Honolulu?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-2 on the season following a narrow 72-71 road loss to Oakland on Sunday. The Ramblers entered the game as -7 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago trailed 33-27 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 44 points while allowing 39. Despite the strong second-half effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.8% of their threes (7/22).</p> <p>Miles Rubin was a force inside, going 9/11 from the field and finishing with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Allen Mukeba and Malcolm Christie each added 20 points, with Christie hitting 6 threes at a 40% clip.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago’s defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ramblers allowed 50% shooting, as their opponents hit 18 of 36 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Chicago’s defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts. The Ramblers also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws for 90%. Loyola Chicago allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Cougars Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston dropped to 7-3 on the season after a 74-65 loss to Oregon State on Sunday. The Cougars were +7 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 139 fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Charleston trailed 35-26 at halftime but couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 39 points after the break.</p><p>Charleston managed just 65 points in their latest game, shooting 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range (6/24). Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit 17 of 25 free throws (68%).</p> <p>Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor led the Cougars with 16 points each, with Rataj adding 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, shooting 6/7 from the field for 14 points and contributing 4 assists.</p><p>Charleston’s defense held their opponent to 74 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 44% from two-point range, where they allowed 15 made baskets on 34 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars limited their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17, shooting 68%.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Redhawks and Huskies. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Huskies at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144 points, and Washington is favored by -11 against Seattle in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SEATTLE REDHAWKS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Redhawks +11</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Even though we have Washington winning straight-up, we like Seattle at +11.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Seattle Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Seattle Redhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Seattle’s season continued to struggle after a 79-68 loss to UIC on Friday, December 20th. The Redhawks, now 2-8, were favored by 6.5 points at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Seattle trailed 34-32 at halftime and allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Seattle's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.6%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-18, and connected on 66.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 21 attempts. The Redhawks also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists.</p> <p>Brayden Maldonado led the way with 22 points, hitting 5-of-7 from three-point range and shooting 72.7% overall. Ahmad Henderson II added 14 points and 9 assists, while Filip Skobalj contributed 11 points, knocking down 3-of-5 threes.</p><p>Seattle's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seattle's opponents hit 6 of 18 threes, shooting 33%. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws, a 66% success rate. Seattle allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Washington Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies improved to 7-3 on the season with an 89-73 win over Washington State on Wednesday. Washington, who were -2.5 favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>Washington led 35-31 at halftime and broke the game open by scoring 54 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Washington's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 47.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.1%, and they connected on 65.4% of their free throws, going 17 for 26.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese each scored 21 points, with Davis hitting 3 of 7 threes and adding 4 assists. Mekhi Mason also hit 3 threes, shooting 50% from deep, while Tyler Harris made 3 of 5 from beyond the arc. Great Osobor contributed 13 points, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect from the floor, going 4 for 4.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Huskies allowed 31 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington allowed the opposing team to shoot 47%, with 10 threes made on 21 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17 of those attempts.</p>

Seattle Redhawks vs Washington Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Canadiens and Blue Jackets game? Catch the action at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Blue Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Blue Jackets being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Canadiens.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Canadiens winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+114)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Montreal Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 14-16-3. The Canadiens entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 4 falling short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Canadiens didn’t score until the third period, when Christian Dvorak found the net at 14:28. Pittsburgh added an empty-net goal at 19:15 to seal the win.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held in check during their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak netted his first goal of the season, while Emil Heineman picked up his first assist. Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh assist of the year.</p> <p>The Canadiens fired 26 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 20. They were shut out in the first two periods before Dvorak's goal at 14:28 in the third.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals in their previous game, with both coming late in the 1st and 2nd periods. The Canadiens pulled within one in the 3rd, but they gave up an empty-netter with 45 seconds left, resulting in a 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Does Columbus Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-16-6 after a 7-2 road loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets, as underdogs, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing five goals in the first period. They managed to score twice in the second, but the Capitals added two more goals to seal the win.</p><p>Columbus managed 36 shots on goal in their 7-2 loss to Washington, but only came away with two goals. Damon Severson netted his 4th of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the 1st period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the 2nd period.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and 3 assists in the game. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the year on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese earned his 2nd assist. Adam Fantilli also contributed with his 4th assist on Severson’s goal.</p><p>Columbus' defense struggled early, giving up 5 goals in the first period. They allowed another in the 2nd and one more late in the 3rd, leading to a 7-2 loss. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets' defense had 10 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Jaguars and Rebels. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on SEC, and it's hosted by the Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford, MS. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144 points, and Ole Miss is favored by -23.5 at home against Southern.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS OLE MISS REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Jaguars +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have Ole Miss winning straight-up, we like Southern at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Jaguars Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Southern improved to 2-4 on the season with a 70-66 road win over Tulsa on Saturday, December 7th. The Jaguars entered the game as +7 point underdogs but pulled off the upset, covering the spread in the process.</p> <p>Southern led 28-24 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 136, falling just under the O/U line of 141.</p><p>Southern's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 21.4% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 14 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, but they found success at the free-throw line, making 21 of 25 attempts for 84%.</p> <p>Keaston Willis led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 11 threes, while Michael Jacobs added 19 points. Tyshawn Archie contributed 17 points and 4 assists, and Ian Smikle was efficient, shooting 5 of 7 from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>Southern's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 13 two-point field goals on 25 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern gave up 8 threes on 26 attempts, with the opponent shooting 30%. They also sent them to the line 21 times, where they made 16 free throws, a 76% clip. Southern allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Rebels Win at Home?</h3><p>Ole Miss improved to 9-1 on the season with a dominant 77-46 road win over Southern Miss on Saturday, December 14th. The Rebels entered the game as 23-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 123 fell well short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 38-28 at halftime, Ole Miss clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 18 points while scoring 39 of their own.</p><p>Ole Miss put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field and 40.6% from three-point range, hitting 13 threes on 32 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.2%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 60% of their shots.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 18 points, hitting 6 threes at a 60% clip. Denijay Harris added 16 points and 7 rebounds, while Jaylen Murray contributed 14 points, connecting on 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Ole Miss put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 46 points on 32% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 23 attempts, a 17% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Ole Miss allowed 12 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 46% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 66%. Ole Miss gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Southern Jaguars vs Ole Miss Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>At 7:35 PM on MARQ, the Chicago Cubs will take on the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX. The Cubs are currently sitting at -101 on the money line, while the Rangers are at -119. The over/under line is currently set at 8.5 runs, with the over paying out at -105 and the under at -117.</p>

<p>Justin Steele will be on the mound for the Cubs, while Nathan Eovaldi will get the start for the Rangers in this interleague matchup.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS TEXAS RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs Moneyline -101</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 7:35 ET on Thursday, March 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE CUBS VS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cubs winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Rangers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>The Cubs missed out on the playoffs last season despite finishing with a record of 83-79. In the National League, they were in 7th place and 2nd in the NL Central. Their overall series record was 26-19-6.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Cubs went 45-36 compared to 38-43 on the road. In night games, their record was 46-44, and they were 53-40 as the favorite.</p>

<p>As the road underdog, the Cubs went 16-25 last season. In the NL Central, their division record was 30-22.</p>

<p>Chicago's overall series record was 26-19-6, and they went 16-9-1 in their home series compared to 10-10-5 on the road.</p>

<p>Today's game is a night game, and the Cubs' overall record in night games last season was 46-44.</p>

<p>As the road favorite, the Cubs went 22-18 last season compared to 16-25 as the road underdog.</p>

<p>Chicago's overall record last season was 83-79, and they were 53-40 as the favorite and 30-39 as the underdog.</p><p>On the road last season, the Cubs had a run line record of 41-40, averaging a run margin of +0.3 runs per game. Overall, they were the favorite in 57.4% of their games, going 42-51 vs. the run line. In games they covered the run line, their average scoring margin was +4.1 runs per game compared to -3.1 runs per game in games they did not cover the run line. </p><p>When looking at last year's over/under record, the Cubs finished with a record of 79-77. Their games had an average over/under line of 8.7 runs per game, and in their games with an O/U line of 8.5, the over/under record was 23-20. On the season, 54.3% of their games finished with more runs than 8.5, and their games averaged a combined 9.5 runs per game. Today's over/under line is set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Left-hander Justin Steele is coming off a season in which he made 30 starts and finished with a record of 16-5. His ERA for the year was 3.06, and he finished with a WHIP of 1.17. Steele's batting average allowed was .245, and his slugging percentage allowed was .362. He finished the year with 20 quality starts and gave up a total of 14 home runs. For the season, Steele averaged 9.14 strikeouts per nine innings and 1.87 walks per nine innings.</p><p>Chicago's offense was one of the best in the league last season, averaging 5.1 runs per game (6th). They were especially strong at home, where they averaged 5.3 runs per game (3rd). For the season, they hit .254 (9th) and were 14th in home runs with 196. On the road, they hit .243 (11th) and averaged 4.8 runs per game (10th).</p><p>The Cubs' top returning home run hitter from last season was Christopher Morel, who hit 26 homers and drove in 70 runs. Cody Bellinger also hit 26 homers last season and batted .307. Nico Hoerner led the team in hits last season and batted .283. The Cubs' top off-season addition was Garrett Cooper, who hit 17 home runs and batted .251 last season.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>After winning the World Series last season, the Rangers are back in action as the underdogs against the Cubs. Last year's team finished with a record of 90-72, which was good for 3rd in the American League and 1st in the AL West.</p>

<p>At home, the Rangers went 50-31 last season compared to 40-41 on the road. In night games, Texas was 55-48 last season, and they were 25-27 as the underdogs.</p>

<p>Last season, the Texas Rangers had an average run margin of +1.0 runs per game, finishing with a run line record of 88-74. In games that they covered the run line, their average scoring margin was +4.6 runs per game compared to -3.2 runs per game in games they did not cover. Overall, they were the underdog in 32.1% of their games, going 34-18 vs. the run line in those contests.</p><p>Last season, the Rangers had an over/under record of 84-71, and their games averaged a combined 9.9 runs per game. When their over/under line was 8.5 runs, the over/under record was 32-22. Overall, 55.6% of their games finished with more runs than 8.5 runs.</p><p>Coming off a season in which he made 25 starts, Nathan Eovaldi will take the mound for the Rangers in their home opener against the Cubs. Last season, Eovaldi went 12-5 with an ERA of 3.62 and a WHIP of 1.14. In terms of quality starts, the right-hander had 11, while his complete game and shutout totals were two and one, respectively. For the season, Eovaldi allowed 15 home runs and had a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 2.8. His strikeouts per nine innings were 8.25, while his walks per nine innings were 2.94.</p><p>The Texas Rangers were one of the most potent offenses in the league last season, ranking 3rd in runs per game at 5.4. Their home run total of 233 was also 3rd in the league. They were one of the best teams at getting on base, finishing 3rd in walks and 3rd in on-base percentage. When looking at their home/road splits, the Rangers were the top-scoring team at home, averaging 6.0 runs per game compared to 4.9 on the road.</p><p>The Texas Rangers will be looking for Adolis García to continue his power surge after he hit 39 home runs and drove in 107 runs last season. Corey Seager had a .623 slugging percentage and hit 33 home runs last season. Marcus Semien led the team in hits last season with 100 and batted .276. Andrew Knizner is a new addition to the team after hitting .241 and hitting 10 home runs for the Cardinals last season.</p>

Chicago Cubs vs Texas Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/28/24

<p>The Blackhawks and Wild are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Wild will host the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Wild are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>The Wild 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 Wild on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Blackhawks Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 12-20-2 with a 4-2 road win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Chicago, who led 3-0 before the Ducks got on the board in the third period. Ryan Donato’s goal at 17:43 in the third put the game out of reach.</p><p>In their 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks scored twice in the first period, with Isaak Phillips netting his first goal of the season and Teuvo Teravainen adding his fourth on a power play. Seth Jones followed with his second goal of the year, also on a power play in the second period. Ryan Donato closed out the scoring for Chicago, marking his seventh goal of the season.</p> <p>Chicago took 29 shots on goal and recorded 12 giveaways. Connor Bedard contributed with three assists, bringing his season total to nine, while Taylor Hall added his fourth assist of the year.</p><p>Defensively, Arvid Söderblom turned in a strong performance, making 38 saves with a 95% save percentage. The Blackhawks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 5 hits. They allowed two goals, both coming in the 3rd period, with the second occurring with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><h3>Can the Wild Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime victory against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-10-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but they didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy added his sixth in the Wild’s 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. They didn’t score on the power play or in a shootout, with their second goal coming 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry their momentum from their previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, posting a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild’s defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play with 52 seconds left in the first period.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Wolfpack and Jayhawks game? Catch the action at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS, as the Jayhawks hosts this showdown at 3:15 ET on ESPN. The over/under for this game is set at 145.5 points, and Kansas is favored by -14 against North Carolina State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina State Wolfpack +14</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 3:15 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like North Carolina State at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina State?</h3><p>North Carolina State improved to 7-3 on the season with a 66-56 win over Coppin State on Tuesday. The Wolfpack were heavy favorites at -32.5 but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>NC State led 35-28 at halftime and maintained control in the second half, outscoring Coppin State 31-28.</p><p>NC State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.7% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Dontrez Styles hit 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Marcus Hill led the Wolfpack with 16 points, while Peter Oduro was efficient, shooting 71.4% and adding 11 points.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 56 points on 36% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 16 of 42 attempts for 38%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 16 for 66%. NC State gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Jayhawks?</h3><p>Kansas fell to 7-2 on the season after a 76-67 loss to Missouri on Sunday. The Jayhawks, who were -6.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Kansas found themselves in a 39-25 hole at halftime but showed some fight in the second half, outscoring Missouri 42-37. However, the early deficit proved too much to overcome.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46%, but they did hit 81.8% of their free throws, going 9-for-11 from the line.</p> <p>Tamar Bates led the way with 29 points, shooting 60% overall. Hunter Dickinson added 19 points and 14 rebounds, hitting 53.3% of his shots and 50% from three-point range. The Jayhawks also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p><p>Kansas gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They hit 19 of their 39 two-point attempts, good for 48%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent went 4/13, shooting 30%. Kansas also sent them to the line 31 times, where they converted 26 free throws, shooting 83%. Kansas allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

Limited lead time for today’s spotlight college basketball article, but I needed to catch up on some sleep on the heels of a Vegas trip and the time change took an away from the day. With Selection Sunday coming up here this afternoon, we don’t really have a ton of time to break down games, but Ohio State vs. Illinois is the latest of the games with a 3:30 p.m. ET start time, so we’ll dig through that one.

<a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker"><strong>Bookmaker Sportsbook</strong></a> has the game lined Illinois -6 with a total of 148. The Buckeyes have made a big run to get to the Finals with a close win over Minnesota, an overtime win over Purdue and a nailbiter against Michigan. The Fighting Illini have had a much less taxing path.

Let’s read on and see how this one will play out.
<h3><strong><u>Ohio</u></strong><strong><u> State</u></strong><strong><u> Buckeyes</u></strong></h3>
Ohio State lost four straight to end the regular season, but winning four straight now would mean a Big Ten Conference Tournament title. This is a Buckeyes team that has beaten every team it has played this season, but also has eight losses in conference play.

There aren’t many coaches in the country that have their teams prepared better than Chris Holtmann. It has been a different hero every game in the Big Ten Tournament, but Holtmann’s Buckeyes are almost always ready to go and have a good gameplan against the opposition. This isn’t the most talented team in the Big Ten, but it could be one of the most balanced because so many players can be relied upon.

If there is a knock on Holtmann, it is that. He doesn’t have a stud. A go-to guy like Kofi Cockburn or Ayo Dosunmu. He just has a lot of above average players to the point where others can step up when others go cold. That has happened this week, as guys like Duane Washington, Kyle Young, and EJ Liddell have all stepped up with big contributions and big minutes.

Nobody will deny that the Buckeyes are a top-notch offensive team with that balance. Even in an excellent Big Ten Conference, Ohio State was second in adjusted offensive efficiency, third in 3P%, second in 2P%, and led the conference in free throw percentage, which has come in handy this week. Ohio State’s problems are on defense, where they don’t guard the perimeter overly well and are not adept at forcing turnovers. They have to score to win because they don’t stop the opposition much.
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<h3><strong><u>Illinois</u></strong><strong><u> Fighting Illini</u></strong></h3>
This line is a little bit inflated for two reasons. The first is that Ohio State is playing a fourth game in four days after three close games. How much can be left in the tank at this point? It is also a bit pricey because of the way that Illinois has been playing. The Illini were thought to have one of the highest ceilings in this conference. Since losing to Ohio State on January 16 to fall to 5-3 in league play, Illinois has lost one time and that includes two dubs here in the conference tournament.

All but one of the losses for Illinois have come in Quadrant 1 games, so they’ve lost to the likes of Baylor, Missouri, Rutgers, and Michigan State on the road, while also losing at home to Maryland and Ohio State. The Maryland loss is really the only black mark on the season to this point.

Illinois isn’t quite as balanced offensively as Ohio State with big contributions required from Dosunmu and Cockburn. Da’Monte Williams and Trent Frazier have been effective players, but despite playing a lot of minutes, they do have lower usage rates. Illinois doesn’t run quite as deep as other Big Ten teams. Fortunately, because they’ve won both games in blowout fashion thus far, Cockburn has played limited minutes. Dosunmu has been in there a lot, but he’s able to do that more than the big man.

Illinois isn’t a big three-point shooting team. They work the ball inside a lot. They’ve only taken 32 three pointers in these two games. Ohio State took 31 alone in the win over Purdue. That will be an interesting dynamic in this game.
<h3><strong><u>Pick &amp; Analysis</u></strong></h3>
Ohio State’s run has been outstanding, but the curse of falling on the 5 line is that you have to play that extra game. Ohio State has let some leads slip away this week and has played some too-close-for-comfort games that have required a lot of effort. The win over Michigan was a grueling kind of game and the Buckeyes overcame a free throw disparity and an awful day on two-point shots to win.

Illinois is the play here. This price is inflated, but they’ve played two easier games than anything Ohio State has had yet. The Buckeyes are down Kyle Young, so they don’t really have an answer for Cockburn inside. Maybe they’ll play hack-a-Cockburn and put the 55% shooter on the line a lot.

Either way, I don’t think Ohio State has enough in the tank here coming off of a win against their archrivals to get revenge for the February 21 game.
<h4><strong>Pick: Illinois -6</strong></h4>
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<p>Both the Mets and Diamondbacks will be looking to pick up a win in this NL matchup, as the Mets are 3rd in the NL East with an overall record of 68-63, while the Diamondbacks are 2nd in the NL West at 75-56. Arizona will be looking to extend their six-game winning streak, and they are the slight money line favorite (-115).</p>

<p>SNY will be televising this one, and first pitch from Chase Field is set for 9:40 PM ET. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and Tuesday's starting pitching matchup features Sean Manaea for the Mets and Eduardo Rodriguez for the Diamondbacks.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline -115</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, August 27th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Padres with a 3-2 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 7th inning before the Padres scored two runs in the bottom of the 8th. New York was the +102 underdog on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>José Quintana put together a good start for the Mets, going 6 1/3 innings, and didn't give up a run. However, the Mets couldn't close things out, and Edwin Díaz took the loss out of the bullpen. J.D. Martinez had a big game at the plate, going 2/4 with a homer and scoring twice.</p><p>The Mets are 68-63 overall, putting them 3rd in the NL East, nine games behind the Phillies for the division lead. New York will be on the road for today's game vs. the Diamondbacks, and they are 33-30 on the road this season. They have gone 22-17 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Mets are 43-35 this year and 25-28 as the underdog. They split their most recent series with the Padres and are 6-4 across their last 10 games. New York's overall series record is 21-16-8 this year.</p><p>Despite being a sub-.500 team on the run line overall, the Mets have been a solid bet away from home, going 34-29 on the run line. Their average run margin on the road is +0.3 runs per game, and they have covered the run line in two straight games.</p><p>When the Mets play, the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, and their games have averaged 9.3 runs per game. Overall, the over/under record in Mets games is 66-61, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, the over/under record is 24-17. In 32 of their games, the over/under line has been set higher than 8.5 runs, which accounts for 24.4% of their games. In 58 games, the line has been set lower than 8.5 runs, which accounts for 44.3% of their games.</p><p>Left-hander Sean Manaea gets the start for the Mets today as he faces the Diamondbacks on the road. He has made 25 starts this season and has a record of 9-5 with a 3.48 ERA. Manaea's WHIP for the season is currently 1.17. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, going seven innings and giving up three earned runs on three homers. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Manaea has a total of 10 quality starts this season and is averaging 9.07 strikeouts per nine innings. For the year, he has given up 14 homers and is averaging 3.42 walks per nine innings.</p><p>Francisco Lindor has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 11/34 in his last eight games, including three home runs and seven RBIs. For the season, he is batting .269 with a team-leading 27 home runs and 78 RBIs. Lindor is also on a six-game hitting streak. Pete Alonso is also tied for the team lead with 27 homers and is 3rd on the team with 71 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are 5th in home runs and are averaging 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. Overall, they are 9th in team batting average and have the league's 9th ranked scoring offense. </p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Red Sox, the Diamondbacks closed out the series with a 7-5 win. Leading up to the game, they were the slight favorite at +109 on the money line. It was a big 3rd inning for the Diamondbacks, as they scored three runs in the inning. Arizona's offense was carried by Eugenio Suarez, who went 4/4 with a homer and three RBIs.</p>

<p>Merrill Kelly got the start for the Diamondbacks, going six innings and giving up four runs on seven hits. He only had three strikeouts in the outing and took the win.</p><p>Arizona is hosting the Mets today with an overall record of 75-56, which has them three games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. The Diamondbacks have won six straight games, and they closed out their series vs. the Red Sox with three straight wins. So far, they are 22-14 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Diamondbacks are 37-26 this season and 38-30 on the road. Arizona has won six straight games at home. As the underdog, the Diamondbacks have won seven straight, and they are 34-32 as the underdog overall. Arizona has been good as the favorite, going 41-24 this year.</p><p>Arizona is 29-34 against the run line at home this season, but 40-28 on the run line on the road. The Diamondbacks have covered the run line in seven straight games as the underdog, and are 42-24 on the run line this season as the underdog. Their average run margin in winning games is +4.1, and -3.8 in losing games.</p>The Diamondbacks have had a high-scoring season, with a combined run average of 10.0 runs per game. Their over/under record is 72-52, and when the line is set at 8.5 runs, they are 27-17. Overall, 50 of their games have had lines set at 8.5 runs or higher, which is 38.2% of their games.<p>Eduardo Rodriguez is getting the start for the Diamondbacks at home against the Mets. He has picked up a win in each of his first two starts of the season, going 5 1/3 innings in his last outing, allowing just 1 earned run. Rodriguez has 10 strikeouts in 10 1/3 innings pitched so far this season.</p><p>Arizona comes into today's game as the best scoring team in the league, averaging 5.4 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.5 runs per contest. The Diamondbacks have been one of the top home run-hitting teams in the league and are also batting .261 as a team, which is the 2nd best mark in the MLB.</p>

<p>Over the team's last five games, Eugenio Suarez and Geraldo Perdomo have both gone deep twice, with Suarez batting .381 and Perdomo hitting .368. For the season, Ketel Marte and Christian Walker are the team's top home run hitters, with Marte leading the league in RBIs (81) and Walker is 3rd on the team with 71 RBIs.</p>

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