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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-141) will host the Utah Jazz (+119) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5 points.</p>

<p>Utah enters this game with a record of 6-20, which is good for 14th in the Western Conference. Brooklyn is 11-16 and sits 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-71 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 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-119 win over the Pistons on Thursday, the Jazz improved to 6-20 this season. Utah, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 245, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5.</p> <p>The Jazz started strong, leading 48-19 after the 1st quarter, thanks to a 10-0 run. However, the Pistons fought back, winning the 2nd quarter 35-19 and the 3rd quarter 32-30. Utah entered the 4th quarter with a 97-86 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-29 in the final period.</p><p>Collin Sexton led the Jazz to a win over the Pistons with 30 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Keyonte George added 28 points, knocking down 7 threes at 53.8%, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 27 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>Utah connected on 20 threes, shooting 50% from deep and 47% overall. Sexton scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Markkanen added 13 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Jazz defense shined in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 35. The Pistons scored 32 and 33 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters, respectively, but Utah still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Jazz held Detroit to 43% shooting and just 27% from three-point range, with the Pistons making 13 threes. The Pistons also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. Utah grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Brooklyn as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Nets improved to 11-16 this season with a 101-94 road win over the Raptors on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn took control in the 4th quarter, holding Toronto to 18 points while scoring 31. An 11-0 run broke a 90-90 tie, giving the Nets a 101-90 lead before the Raptors added a few late points.</p><p>In their win over the Raptors, the Nets shot just 40.2% from the field and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the floor and making 4 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Johnson scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while Shake Milton and Noah Clowney each added 6 of their 12 and 11 points, respectively, in the final period. Ben Simmons also contributed 12 points, with 5 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Nets put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Raptors to just 94 points. Brooklyn was especially effective in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, the Nets limited Toronto to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes on 34% shooting. Brooklyn sent Toronto to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Nets also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 6 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 76ers will be in Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers. The Cavs are currently favored by 11, and the over/under line is set at 221.</p>

<p>Philadelphia comes into this game with a record of 9-16, and they are 12th in the Eastern Conference. They have won their last two games. Cleveland is 24-4 and in first place in the East. They have won three straight.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -11</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-114 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the 76ers Have What it Takes in Cleveland?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 9-16 on the season with a 108-98 win over the Hornets on Friday. The 76ers were favored by 13 points at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 206, falling short of the 213.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia jumped out to a 41-23 lead after the 1st quarter and went on a 10-0 run to extend their lead from 55-46 to 65-46. Charlotte fought back, outscoring the 76ers 27-23 in the 4th quarter, but the 76ers held on for the win.</p><p>Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 34 points and 9 assists in their win over the Hornets, scoring 12 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Tyrese Maxey added 23 points, with 15 coming in the opening period, and Kelly Oubre contributed 22 points, shooting 80% from the field and hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 49.4% from the field, connecting on 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Oubre and Maxey each made 4 threes, with Maxey shooting 36.4% from deep.</p><p>The 76ers put together a solid defensive performance, holding the Hornets to just 98 points on Friday. Philadelphia allowed 23 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 25 in the 3rd, and 27 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the 76ers limited the Hornets to 10 made threes on 32% shooting. Philadelphia also recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks in the win.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Cleveland as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 24-4 this season with a dominant 124-101 win over the Bucks on Friday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as -8.5 point favorites and covered the spread with a +23 point victory. The total points for the game reached 225, just surpassing the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Cleveland set the tone early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and extending their lead with a 40-point 2nd quarter. A 12-0 run stretched the score from 98-76 to 110-76, and while the Bucks outscored the Cavaliers in the 4th quarter, the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Donovan Mitchell's consistent scoring helped the Cavaliers to a win over the Bucks, as he poured in 27 points with 8 in each of the first three quarters. Darius Garland added 16 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Evan Mobley and Dean Wade contributed 15 points each.</p> <p>Cleveland connected on 20 threes, shooting 42.6% from deep and 50.5% overall. Ty Jerome chipped in 13 points, with 7 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Cavaliers' defense held the Bucks to 101 points on Friday, with Cleveland giving up 20 points in the 1st quarter and 31 in the 2nd. They allowed 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters to secure the win.</p> <p>Defensively, the Cavaliers limited Milwaukee's three-point shooting, allowing just 10 made threes on 37% shooting. They also sent the Bucks to the free-throw line 18 times, where Milwaukee made 11. Cleveland finished with 11 steals but didn't record a block.</p>

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Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Mercer Bears vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Portland State Vikings vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Albany Great Danes vs Fordham Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Winthrop as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 158.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Winthrop pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Win at Rock Hill?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Mercer dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 73-66 road loss to Queens (NC) on Wednesday. The Bears entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Mercer trailed 30-29 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Mercer's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 16% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.9%, and they managed 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Nasir Mann added 15 points in 17 minutes, hitting 1 of 2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they allowed 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. Mercer held them to 39% shooting on two-point attempts, as they went 15/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 attempts. Mercer also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 79%. The Bears gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Winthrop Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Winthrop fell to 6-4 on the season after an 82-64 road loss to Florida State on Tuesday. The Eagles entered the game as +11 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Winthrop trailed 45-27 at halftime but played the Seminoles evenly in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 37 points. The game’s total points of 146 fell short of the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 35.3%. They managed 64 points, with 14 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Malique Ewin was a standout, shooting 66.7% and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Bryce Baker hit 6 threes at a 50% rate. Jamir Watkins contributed 23 points and 4 assists, despite shooting 42.9% overall.</p><p>Winthrop's defense gave up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field, as their opponent hit 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles allowed 24 baskets on 41 tries, a 58% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop's defense saw their opponent make 7 of 20 shots, good for 35%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%. Winthrop allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>FOX will broadcast the week 15 AFC matchup between the Jets and Jaguars, which is set to kick off at 1:00 ET. The Jets are favored on the road with a point spread of -3.5 and have a money line of -182. The Jaguars are the underdogs with a +152 money line. The over/under line is 40.5 points.</p><h3>NEW YORK JETS VS JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Jaguars +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at EverBank Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jaguars winning this one by a score of 23 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Jaguars winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 40.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jets Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Jets have now dropped four straight games, including a 32-26 loss to the Dolphins in week 14, bringing their record to 3-10. This streak includes a narrow 28-27 loss to the Colts in week 11 and a 26-21 defeat to the Seahawks in week 13. Their last win came in week 9 when they beat the Texans 21-13. Against Miami, the Jets managed to cover the 6.5-point spread, but the 58 combined points went over the 45.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 15, the Jets rank 20th in our power rankings and have a -3.8 scoring margin. Their O/U record is 7-5-1, with the over hitting in three straight games. New York is 4-9 against the spread, going 3-6 as favorites and 1-3 as underdogs.</p><p>Heading into week 15, the Jets rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 23rd in the league in scoring, averaging 19.3 points per game, and 27th in total yards with 299.8 per game. New York ranks 6th in passing attempts but only 19th in passing yards, averaging 212.8 per game. On the ground, they are 30th in rushing attempts and 31st in rushing yards, with just 87 per game. The Jets are 12th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 39.2% success rate, and they rank 15th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Aaron Rodgers threw for 339 yards and a touchdown in week 14, completing 27 of 39 passes without an interception. Garrett Wilson led the team with 7 catches for 114 yards. Braelon Allen had 43 rushing yards on 11 carries. The Jets scored 3 points in the 4th quarter after putting up 10 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite allowing just 44 rushing yards on 19 attempts, the Jets gave up 331 passing yards to the Dolphins in their most recent game. New York lost 32-26 in overtime, with Miami converting on just 11.1% of their third down attempts. The Jets' inability to generate a pass rush was evident, as they failed to record any sacks. The Dolphins completed 70.2% of their passes against the Jets.</p>
<p>The Jets' defense allowed 375 total yards in the game, with two passing touchdowns. Additionally, the Jets' defense allowed 7 yards per attempt in the passing game.</p><h3>Are The Jaguars Going Win In At Upset At EverBank Stadium</h3><p>With a 3-10 record, the Jaguars sit 28th in our power rankings and have a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. Jacksonville is 2-2 in division games and 3-5 in the AFC, putting them 3rd in the AFC South. They are 2-4 at home and 1-6 on the road.</p> <p>Jacksonville is 7-5-1 against the spread, including a 6-2-1 record as underdogs. They covered in their week 14 win over the Titans, winning 10-6 as 3-point underdogs. The O/U line was 40.5, and the teams combined for 16 points, making it the Jags’ second straight under.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense ranks 24th in our power rankings, averaging 18.3 points per game, which is also 24th in the NFL. They are 28th in the league in yards per game, with 297.2, and rank 23rd in passing yards per game (198.2) on 31.3 attempts per game. On the ground, they are 26th in rushing yards per game, with 98.9, on 22.8 attempts per game. The Jaguars have struggled on third down, converting just 33.3% of their attempts, which ranks 28th in the league.</p> <p>In week 14, Jacksonville scored 10 points in the 4th quarter to beat the Titans, 10-6. Mac Jones threw for 220 yards, completing 23 of 31 passes, but had two interceptions and no touchdowns. Tank Bigsby led the team in rushing with 55 yards on 18 carries, while Brian Thomas Jr. had 8 catches for 86 yards.</p><p>Despite allowing 126 rushing yards on 28 attempts, the Jaguars' defense was tough to move the ball against in their most recent game, holding the Titans to just 6 points in a 10-6 win. The Jaguars gave up only 146 yards passing, with Tennessee averaging just 4.6 yards per attempt. Jacksonville's defense also held the Titans to a 50% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>Even though they didn't generate a lot of pressure, the Jaguars did come away with two sacks in the game. Overall, the Jaguars' defense was successful in limiting big plays and keeping the Titans out of the endzone, despite giving up some yards on the ground.</p>

New York Jets vs Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Pioneers? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Summ. The game will be played at Hamilton Gymnasium in Denver, CO. Northern Colorado comes into this non-conference matchup as the -7 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 155.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS VS DENVER PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Pioneers +7</p><p>This game will be played at Hamilton Gymnasium at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Denver pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Northern Colorado Be The Talk of Hamilton Gymnasium?</h3><h3>Northern Colorado Bears Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Northern Colorado improved to 4-5 on the season with an 81-76 home win over Air Force on Monday. The Bears, who were -9.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 41-26 at halftime, Northern Colorado allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. The game’s total points of 157 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Northern Colorado's offense shone in their last game, scoring 81 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 56.6%, thanks to 57.5% shooting on two-pointers and 38.5% from beyond the arc. They also hit 87% of their free throws, going 20-for-23 from the line.</p> <p>Langston Reynolds and Kyle Marshall each contributed 23 points, with Reynolds adding 11 rebounds. Both players shot over 70% from the field. Zach Bloch was also efficient, hitting 83.3% of his shots, including 75% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Northern Colorado's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 76 points, allowing them to shoot 52% from the field. The Bears gave up 23 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 57% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Colorado's defense allowed 5 threes on 13 attempts, with the opponent shooting 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 20 for 87%.</p><h3>Can the Pioneers Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Denver Pioneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Denver dropped to 3-8 on the season after a 95-94 loss to Cal Poly on Tuesday. Despite being +10.5 point underdogs, the Pioneers kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Denver led 39-28 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 189 went over the pre-game O/U line of 161.5.</p><p>Denver's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their threes, going 10-for-22, and hit 80% from the free-throw line. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.3%.</p> <p>Jarred Hyder led the way with 29 points, hitting 8 of 13 from deep for a 61.5% three-point shooting performance. Nicholas Shogbonyo and DeAndre Craig each added 22 points, while Owen Koonce and Sebastian Akins chipped in 21 points apiece.</p><p>Despite Denver's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 95 points in their previous game. The Pioneers shot 47% from the field, connecting on 29 of their 61 attempts. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 63% of their two-point shots, going 14 for 22.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Denver attempted 39 threes, making 15 for a 38% success rate. They also got to the free-throw line 31 times, converting 22 of those for 71%. On the offensive glass, they secured 17 rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Vandals and Beavers face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Beavers are hosting the game at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Oregon State as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 138 points.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon State winning straight-up, we like Idaho at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Vandals Have a Shot at a Win at Corvallis?</h3><p>The Vandals picked up their second win of the season by defeating the Roos 82-77 on Wednesday. Idaho, now 2-5, entered the game as +4 underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> <p>Idaho led 43-31 at halftime but allowed Kansas City to score 46 points in the second half while putting up 39 of their own. The combined points of 159 went over the pre-game O/U line of 139.</p><p>Idaho's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 82 points with a 56.9% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 66.7%, thanks to 65.5% shooting on two-pointers and 45.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Anderson Kopp led the way with 22 points, while Jack Payne and Jamar Brown each added 17. Brown hit 3 of 4 from deep, and Kasheem Grady was perfect from three, going 3 for 3.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 77 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 42% from the field with 25 made baskets on 59 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 16 of 32 shots, hitting at a 50% rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Idaho's defense held the other team to 9 made threes on 27 attempts, a 33% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 69%. Idaho allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Beavers Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 4-2 on the season with a dominant 90-57 win over UC Davis on Saturday. Playing at home, the Beavers entered the game as 11-point favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 147, surpassing the O/U line of 140.</p> <p>Oregon State led 44-31 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 46 points while holding UC Davis to just 26.</p><p>Oregon State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 60.4%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.8%, thanks in part to their 57.1% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 14 attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beavers were nearly perfect, connecting on 24 of 25 attempts for a 96% success rate. Parsa Fallah led the way with 25 points on 11 of 14 shooting, while Michael Rataj added 21 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Oregon State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 57 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 60% from the field. The Beavers couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 61% shooting on two-point attempts (21/34).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense gave up 8 threes on 14 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 24 of those attempts for 96%.</p>

Idaho Vandals vs Oregon State Beavers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

<p>The Texans are favored on the road with a money line of -133 as they take on the Chiefs at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on NBC, and the Texans are -2 point favorites. The over/under line is currently at 40 points. The Chiefs are the underdog with a +111 money line.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -2</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 26 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Texans sit atop the AFC South, and they have a 100% chance of winning the division and making the playoffs. Houston ranks 11th in our power rankings heading into week 16, and they are on a two-game winning streak, including a 20-12 win over the Dolphins in week 15. The Texans were 2.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, but the 32 combined points fell short of the 46.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Houston has a +2 scoring margin this season and is 6-7-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-9-1, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 11th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.4 points per game, and they have been strong in the 1st quarter, ranking 5th in the league. Houston is 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions with a 37.2% success rate, and they are 19th in passing yards per game (212.8) despite ranking 9th in pass attempts per game.</p> <p>C.J. Stroud threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns on 18/26 passing in week 15 against the Dolphins. Joe Mixon led the team in receiving with 5 catches for 33 yards, and Dare Ogunbowale had a 35-yard run. Houston scored all 20 of their points in the first 3 quarters, failing to score in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Texans' defense came up with three interceptions and held Miami to just 30.8% on third down in their 20-12 win over the Dolphins. Despite allowing 172 passing yards, Houston defended the pass well, giving up only 4.3 yards per attempt. Miami finished with just 52 yards rushing on 19 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Texans allowed only 224 total yards and 72.5% completions. They gave up one passing touchdown but made up for it with three key interceptions.</p><h3>Will The Chiefs Win At Home Over The Texans?</h3><p>With a 13-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 100% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 12th in our power rankings and have a +5 scoring margin this season. Against the spread, Kansas City is 5-8-1, including a 4-7-1 mark as favorites. Their O/U record is 6-8, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p> <p>After a week 11 loss to the Bills, the Chiefs have won four in a row, including a 21-7 victory over the Browns in week 15. They narrowly beat the Chargers and Raiders in weeks 14 and 13, respectively, and edged out the Panthers 30-27 in week 12.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Chiefs rank 9th in our offensive power rankings and 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.5 points per game. They are 14th in passing yards per game (224.1) and 15th in rushing yards (112.1), with 36 passing attempts per game (5th) and 27.9 rushing attempts (9th). Despite ranking 22nd in red zone conversion percentage, Kansas City leads the league in 3rd-down conversions and ranks 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Patrick Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury but has avoided interceptions in his last three games. In week 15, he threw for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Browns. Xavier Worthy led the team with 46 receiving yards, and Kareem Hunt had 45 rushing yards. Kansas City scored all 21 points in the first three quarters before being shut out in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 139 rushing yards on just 21 attempts, the Chiefs' defense played well in their most recent game, coming away with four interceptions and allowing just 127 passing yards. They picked up a 21-7 win over the Browns, holding Cleveland to just 7 points. Kansas City's defense also had five sacks in the game.</p>
<p>The Chiefs' defense limited the Browns to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down and won the tackles for loss battle. Even though they gave up a high 6.6 yards per attempt in the running game, the big plays in the passing game helped them secure the win.</p>

Houston Texans vs Kansas City Chiefs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season will close down with Monday Night Football from AT&amp;T Stadium in Arlington, so we bring you the best Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys betting pick and odds along with the latest team stats, news, and betting trends.</p>



<p>The Cowboys are listed as 3.5-point home favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>. They are -180 favorites to win straight up, while the Eagles sit at +161 moneyline odds with a total of 52.0 points. Last year, these two NFC East foes split their two-game series, and the Cowboys thrashed off the Eagles at home, 37-17, playing as 3-point home dogs.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>The Eagles struggled in their first outing at home in 2021</strong></h2>



<p>The Philadelphia Eagles (1-1; 1-1 ATS) destroyed the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, grabbing a 32-6 victory as 3.5-point road underdogs. Jalen Hurts tossed for 264 yards and three touchdowns, while the Eagles ran for 173 yards on 31 attempts.</p>



<p>However, their offense slowed down in Week 2, and Philadelphia suffered a 17-11 defeat to the San Francisco 49ers as a 3-point home dog. Hurts completed just 12 of his 23 passing attempts for 190 yards, and the sophomore QB scored the Eagles’ lone TD on a one-yard run.</p>



<p>Philadelphia allowed the Niners to hold the ball in possession for 35 minutes, although the Eagles’ ground game worked well. They racked up 151 rushing yards on 29 attacks, and Hurts had ten carries for 82 yards and a TD.</p>



<h2><strong>The Cowboys hope to stay on the winning track</strong></h2>



<p>The Dallas Cowboys (1-1; 2-0 ATS) started the new season with a couple of tough road contests. After a narrow 31-29 defeat at Tampa Bay in the opener, the Boys upset the odds in Week 2 and outlasted the Los Angeles Chargers as 3-point underdogs, 20-17.</p>



<p>Dallas finally established its ground game last Sunday. The Cowboys tortured the Chargers for a whopping 198 rushing yards on 31 attempts. Tony Pollard exploded with 13 carries for 109 yards and a TD, while Ezekiel Elliott added 16 totes for 71 yards and a TD.</p>



<p>Dak Prescott picked up where he left off in 2020. He threw for 403 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception against the reigning champions. Last weekend, Dak went 23-of-27 for 237 yards and a pick, but he led a game-winning drive that ended with Greg Zuerlein’s 56-yard field goal as time expired.</p>



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



<p><strong>Philadelphia:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-5 ATS in the last seven games against Dallas</li><li>1-6 ATS in the last seven games on the road&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Dallas:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-1 ATS in the last five home tilts against Philadelphia&nbsp;</li><li>5-1 ATS in the last six games overall</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-philadelphia-eagles-vs-dallas-cowboys-pick"><strong>Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys Pick</strong></h2>



<p>The Eagles have some injury problems, as guard Brandon Brooks and defensive end Brandon Graham are both sidelined. On the other side, the Cowboys are without defensive end Demarcus Lawrence, while defensive tackle Carlos Watkins and defensive end Dorance Armstrong Jr. are both questionable for Monday’s clash.</p>



<p>Hereof, I’m expecting to see a couple of struggling defenses, and I have more faith in Dallas’ offense, especially after the Cowboys ran the ball in Week 2 like they were the Baltimore Ravens. Also, Dallas misses WR Michael Gallup, but CeeDee Lamb has been outstanding through the first two weeks, recording 15 receptions for 185 yards and a TD.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Dallas Cowboys -2.5 at -138&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>As I’ve mentioned, both teams have injury problems on the defensive end. The Eagles struggle against rushing, while the Cowboys are still trying to figure it out. Last week, Dallas gave up 408 total yards to the Chargers but picked off Justin Herbert twice.</p>



<p>The Eagles will lean on their ground game once more. Both teams should be able to move the ball easily, so I’m going with the over, though the line seems high at 52 points. The over is 6-3 in Dallas’ last nine games, while the under is 9-3 in Philadelphia’s previous 12 contests overall.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 52.0 points at -110</strong></p>

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys Odds, Pick, Prediction 9/27/21

<p>On FOX at 1:00 ET, the Eagles and Commanders will face off in a week 16 NFC East matchup. The Eagles are favored on the road with money line odds of -176 and -3.5 point spreads. The Commanders, playing at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD, are the +147 money line underdogs. The over/under line is at 45.5 points for this game.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA EAGLES VS WASHINGTON COMMANDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Commanders +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Northwest Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON COMMANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Commanders winning this one by a score of 23 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Commanders winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 45.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Eagles Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 12-2 record, the Eagles sit atop the NFC East and have a 99.5% chance of winning the division, according to our projections. Philadelphia is currently on a 10-game winning streak, which includes a 27-13 victory over the Steelers in week 15. The Eagles were favored by 5.5 points in that matchup and covered the spread, improving their ATS record to 9-5 this season.</p> <p>Philadelphia ranks 5th in our NFL power rankings and has a +8.7 scoring margin this season. Their O/U record is 5-9, with the under hitting in each of their last three games. The Eagles’ games have averaged 44 points this season, compared to an average line of 46.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Eagles rank 4th in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in rushing attempts (36.8) and rushing yards (186.2) per game. On the passing side, they rank 30th in attempts and 28th in yards, averaging 187 per game. Philadelphia is 8th in the NFL in points per game (26.4) and 6th in yards per game (373.2).</p> <p>Jalen Hurts has been playing well, posting a passer rating of 125 in week 15, with 290 yards and 2 touchdowns on 25 of 32 passing. A.J. Brown had 8 catches for 110 yards and a touchdown, while Saquon Barkley rushed for 65 yards on 19 carries. The Eagles converted 10 of 17 third downs and scored on 3 of 6 red zone trips against the Steelers.</p><p>In their 27-13 win over the Steelers, the Eagles' defense was tough to move the ball against, allowing just 107 yards through the air. They also held Pittsburgh to 56 yards rushing on 17 attempts. The Eagles defended 63.6% of passes and allowed just 2 sacks in the game. Philadelphia gave up one touchdown and held the Steelers to a 30% conversion rate on third down. <p></p>Philadelphia's defense also had two sacks in the game and limited the Steelers to 163 total yards. The Eagles did lose the tackles for loss and QB hit differentials by a slim margin.</p><h3>Are The Commanders Going Win In At Upset At Northwest Stadium</h3><p>Washington snapped a three-game losing streak with back-to-back wins, improving their record to 9-5. After a 23-point win over the Titans in week 13, the Commanders narrowly defeated the Saints in week 15, winning 20-19. Despite being 7.5-point favorites, they couldn’t cover the spread. The O/U line was 44.5, and the teams combined for 39 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, Washington is 10th in our power rankings and has an 86.7% chance of making the playoffs. They are 8-5-1 ATS, with a +5.8 scoring margin. Their O/U record is 9-5, with their games averaging 50.8 points (O/U line: 46).</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Commanders are 5th in our offensive power rankings. They are 6th in the NFL in points per game (28.3) and 5th in yards per game (373.9). Despite ranking 24th in passing attempts, they are 16th in passing yards, averaging 218.4 per game. Washington leans on the run game, ranking 3rd in both rushing attempts and yards per game (155.5).</p> <p>Jayden Daniels has been efficient, posting a passer rating of 118 in week 15, with 226 yards and 2 touchdowns on 25/31 passing. Terry McLaurin had 7 catches for 73 yards and 2 touchdowns in that game. However, the Commanders' offensive line struggled, allowing 8 sacks against the Saints.</p><p>Washington's defense came up with a key interception in their 20-19 win over the Saints, despite giving up two passing touchdowns. They held New Orleans to just 15 completions for 176 yards passing, and the Saints managed to convert only 27.3% of their third down attempts. The Commanders' defense really limited the Saints' rushing attack, as New Orleans had just 16 attempts for 69 yards.</p><p></p><p>Even though they allowed 245 total yards, Washington's defense made life difficult for the Saints, allowing them to complete just 46.9% of their passes. They also recorded three sacks and came away with one interception.</p>
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Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 3:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena in Morehead, KY. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with Morehead State being favored by -4.5 at home against Tennessee State.</p><h3>TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS VS MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena at 3:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Morehead State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Tigers?</h3><p>Tennessee State’s season woes continued with a 77-75 loss to Southern Indiana on Thursday, dropping their record to 1-8. Despite being +4.5 point underdogs, the Tigers kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 152 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>The Tigers led 40-39 at halftime but were outscored 38-35 in the second half, leading to another loss.</p><p>Brandon Weston led the way for Tennessee State with 33 points, shooting 52.9% from the field in their last game. Aaron Nkrumah added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc, while Damoni Harrison knocked down 5 threes at a 62.5% rate, finishing with 19 points.</p> <p>The Tigers shot 43.6% overall, with a 27.3% mark from three-point range, and an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 21 of 28 free throws (75%) and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, finishing with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Tennessee State's defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. The Tigers allowed 42% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 16/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tennessee State's defense saw the opposition hit 8 of 22 attempts, good for 36%. The Tigers also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, shooting 67%. Tennessee State allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Eagles Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>The Eagles improved to 3-6 on the season with a 70-69 win over UT Martin on Thursday. Morehead State was favored by 5.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>After trailing 31-30 at halftime, the Eagles matched UT Martin’s 29 points in the 2nd half to secure the narrow victory at home.</p><p>Morehead State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 42.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 19 attempts, and went 18 for 35 on two-pointers, shooting 51.4% inside the arc.</p> <p>Jerone Morton led the way with 18 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the field and 66.7% from three. Tarence Guinyard added 17 points despite shooting just 28.6%, while Tyler Brelsford contributed 13 points, hitting 16.7% from deep.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 69 points, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 19 attempts, with the opposition shooting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10, shooting 62%. Morehead State allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Tennessee State Tigers vs Morehead State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Phoenix Suns in a non-conference matchup. The Suns are favored by 5.5 points and have a moneyline of -219. The over/under line is set at 222.5.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently 6th in the Western Conference with a record of 37-27. Cleveland is 3rd in the East at 41-23.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:30 ET on Monday, March 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-114 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Kevin Durant finishing with Kevin Durant points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is It the Suns Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>Phoenix's ATS losing streak is at three games as they are favored by 5.5 points against the Cavaliers. This season, the Suns have gone 18-28 ATS as the favorite and 31-16 straight-up. As the favorite, they have a scoring margin of +5.1 PPG.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Celtics, the Suns lost by a score of 117-107. The O/U line for that game was 226 points, and Phoenix was getting 5.5 points as the underdog.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference standings, the Suns are currently in 6th place with a record of 37-27. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 22-19 compared to 15-8 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>On the road, the Suns have an average scoring differential of +2.9 PPG. This season, they are 16-13 on the road and 13-16 ATS. Their O/U record on the road is 16-13.</p>

<p>Phoenix's O/U record for the season is 27-36-1, and the under has hit in their last two games. Today's O/U line of 222.5 is lower than the season average of 231.3 points per game.</p><p>This season, the Suns are one of the most efficient offenses in the NBA, ranking 5th in both field goal percentage and true shooting percentage. They are also one of the top free-throw shooting teams, getting to the line an average of 25 times per game (3rd).</p>

<p>On the season, Phoenix is 12th in scoring at 117 points per game. However, when playing on the road, they are averaging 117.1 points per game (8th). In terms of pace, the Suns are right in the middle of the league at 15th.</p>

<p>Despite being one of the top shooting teams overall, the Suns are just 26th in three-point attempts. They are shooting 37% from beyond the arc (10th). In terms of offensive rebounds, Phoenix is 19th in the NBA.</p><p>On the defensive side, Suns is currently hovering around the NBA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 114.3 points per game. Inside the arc, the Suns defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.0% and 36.4% from three-point territory.</p><h3>Will the Cavaliers Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Cavaliers are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference with a record of 41-23. In the Central Division, they are in 2nd place. Today, they are 5.5-point underdogs at home against the Suns.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record, the Cavaliers are 31-31 for the season. At home, they are 16-18 ATS, while going 15-13 ATS on the road. Against the spread as underdogs, they are 10-9 and 9-11 as underdogs overall.</p>

<p>This season, the Cavaliers have gone 29-34-1 on the over/under, and their games have averaged 223.3 points per game. Today's O/U line is 222.5, and the team's last two games have gone over the posted total.</p>

<p>Cleveland's last game was a 120-101 loss to the Nets. They were favored by 7 points in that game and are now 16-18 straight-up at home. The combined scoring in that game was 221 points, and the O/U line was 208.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with the Suns, the Cavaliers are 18th in scoring at 113.8 points per game. Interestingly, they have actually scored more points on the road (112.8) than at home (114.6). Overall, Cleveland has outscored the NBA scoring average in 45.3% of their games this season.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Cavs are 21st in the league at 97.6 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Cleveland is 13th at 47%. Inside the arc, they are 10th in two-point shooting at 56%.</p>

<p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers are 7th in three-pointers made at 13.6 per game. However, they are just 16th in three-point shooting percentage at 36%. In terms of free throws, Cleveland is 24th in made free throws (15.9) and 25th in free throw attempts (20.9).</p><p>This season, the Cavaliers defense has been impressive, holding the 4th position in the league while permitting an average of 109.5 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Cavaliers defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 51.6% while allowing 36.2% from downtown.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/11/24

<p>The Chargers are favored on the money line at -163 as they face the Raiders in a week one matchup at 4:05 ET. The Chargers are -3 point favorites on the point spread, and the over/under line is sitting at 40 points. This AFC West matchup is being played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, with CBS handling the television coverage.</p><h3>LAS VEGAS RAIDERS VS LOS ANGELES CHARGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Las Vegas Raiders +3</p><p>This game will be played at SoFi Stadium at 4:05 ET on Sunday, September 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAS VEGAS RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Raiders winning this one by a score of 26 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Raiders winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Raiders Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>The Raiders' 8-9 record placed them 2nd in the AFC West, with a 4-2 mark against division rivals. At home, they were strong with a 6-3 record, but struggled on the road with a 2-6 record. Overall, the Raiders finished 11th in the AFC and missed the playoffs.<p></p>Against the spread, the Raiders were 10-6-1, performing well as home favorites with a 5-1 ATS record. Their over/under record was 6-11, with their games averaging 39 points per game. The Raiders' games had the 28th lowest average combined scoring in the league last season.</p><p>On the road, the Raiders scored just 15.4 points per game, which was 27th in the NFL. Overall, they averaged 19.5 points per game, ranking 23rd in the league. Their offense struggled to move the ball, averaging only 289.5 yards per game, placing them 27th in the league. They were also 27th in yards per play, with an average of 4.9 yards.</p><p></p><p>Las Vegas had one of the worst rushing attacks in the NFL, ranking 30th in rushing yards and 27th in rushing attempts. In the passing game, they averaged 198.8 yards per game, which was 23rd in the league. On third downs, the Raiders converted 35.6% of their attempts, placing them 22nd compared to other teams.</p><p>On the road, the Raiders' defense gave up 23.9 points per game, which ranked 19th, but at home, they were the 2nd best unit, allowing just 15.6 points per game. Overall, they finished 7th in the league, giving up 19.5 points per game. Las Vegas was 14th in the NFL in terms of yards allowed, giving up 330.9 yards per game.</p><p></p><p>Against the pass, they were tough to score on, giving up the 5th fewest passing touchdowns. They also did a good job in getting to the quarterback, finishing 9th in sacks and 18th in quarterback hits.</p><h3>Will The Chargers Win At Home Over The Raiders?</h3><p>The Chargers' struggles at home were a big part of their season, as they went 2-7 at home and 3-5 on the road. Overall, they finished with a disappointing 5-12 record. Against teams with above .500 records, the Chargers were winless, going 0-8, but they were 5-4 against below .500 teams. In the AFC-West, they went 1-5, and they were 0-7 as the underdog and 5-5 as the favorite.<p></p>The Chargers' over/under record was 5-12, and their games averaged a combined 43.8 points, which was 19th in the league. Against the spread, the Chargers were 6-11, going 3-6 at home and 3-5 on the road. As home favorites, they went 2-3 ATS, and as home underdogs, they were 1-3 ATS. On the road, they were 3-2 ATS as the favorite and 0-3 as the underdog.</p><p>At home, the Chargers went 2-7, and on the road, they went 3-5. They were 5-5 when favored and 0-7 when the underdog. The Chargers won five games last season, all against below .500 teams, and they were winless in seven games against teams with above .500 records. The Chargers' over/under record was 5-12, and their games averaged 43.8 combined points.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, the Chargers were 6-11, including a 5-4 record vs. the spread against below .500 teams and a 1-7 record vs. the spread against above .500 teams.</p><p>The Chargers' defense struggled last season, finishing 28th in yards allowed, giving up an average of 362.9 yards per game. They were 28th in the NFL in defensive power rankings, and allowed 23.4 points per game, which was 23rd in the league. Even though they were 7th in the league in sacks, they didn't do a great job of pressuring the quarterback, as they were 19th in quarterback hits.</p><p></p><p>Opposing offenses were able to exploit the Chargers through the air, as they gave up 249.8 passing yards per game (29th). Quarterbacks had a collective passer rating of 94.1 against the Chargers, which ranked 28th in the league.</p>

Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

For the last time, the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational will grace the grounds of Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio. This tournament will move to Memphis, Tennessee for future years and Firestone will get the Senior Players Tournament next July. This event has been a regular PGA Tour stop as a World Golf Championships event every year since 1999, except for a stop in Washington in 2002.

It would be only fitting if six-time winner Tiger Woods could bookend the years of this tournament with wins. He won the inaugural event in 1999 and his win in 2013 remains his most recent win. Woods is +1600 and will get a lot of press heading into this year’s event with a star-studded field.

There are only about 75 players in this event annually. The criteria is extremely strict, so we truly have a who’s who of golf down in the Rubber City. There is an alternate event for other PGA Tour players, but this is the one that everybody is watching. The Bert Way design was redone by Robert Trent Jones in 1960 and has been a favorite stop of the players. It is a par 70 coming in at 7,400 yards, which is a big reason why big hitters have had a lot of success in recent editions.

The par 4s at Firestone are among the toughest on tour. Firestone is relatively narrow with its location near an urban environment, so the holes do run alongside each other in a lot of instances. That limits the amount of available room for errant tee shots. The signature par 5 16th comes in at 667 yards, but is actually one of the better scoring holes most years because it is actually a par 5.

All in all, we’ve got 29 of the top 30 players in the FedEx Cup points standings and the top 51 in the Official World Golf Ranking. It doesn’t get much better than that, especially for the final send-off for Firestone as a regular PGA Tour stop.

The tournament favorite at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a> is 2016 champion Dustin Johnson. DJ, fresh off of his win at last week’s RBC Canadian Open, is +695 and the only player under 10/1. Johnson’s 6-under score is the lowest winning score since 2005 and is tied for the lowest winning score in this event, but it was good enough to edge out Scott Piercy. Johnson tied for 17th last year with three really good rounds and one subpar round of 75 on Friday. With the small field, there is no cut, so he was able to make it to the weekend at 3-over. He shot 75-76 over the weekend in 2015 to finish tied for 53rd. He’s had a bit of a tough go of it at Firestone, even with that win in 2016. He had a second-round 73 that year. In 2016, because of the Olympics, the tournament was in late June and sat just two weeks after the US Open and two weeks before The Open. That watered down the field a bit. He’s not worth a play this week in my estimation.

Rory McIlroy checks in at +1095 as the second favorite. Rory won back in 2014 by two shots over Sergio Garcia. He was able to make up some ground with a Sunday 66 as Garcia shot a 71. Sergio had a 61 on Friday, but faltered on Sunday and opened the door for Rory. McIlroy was fifth last year in his first Firestone start since winning in 2014. Rory has been pretty picky about his events this season, but ranks 10th in strokes gained tee-to-green. He’s 11th in stroked gained off the tee. Those are both important stats on a big track like Firestone where it’s all about how you hit it from the box. Rory was second at The Open Championship at Carnoustie after tying for 12th at the Travelers. His lone win this season on the PGA Tour came at the Arnold Palmer, but he’s a threat this weekend.

Justin Rose is +1300 this week as the third favorite. He’s been playing really well, but it’s been a hot minute since he’s played well at Firestone. Rose was third in 2015, but only has two rounds under par in the two years since and both of those are 69s. He’s been at least 2-over in the other six rounds. He was fourth back in 2014, so he’s got two strong finishes and two poor finishes over his last four WGC-Bridgestone Invitationals. He’s racked up four straight top-10 finishes, including a tie for second with McIlroy at Carnoustie, so he’s in as good of form as we’ve seen him in a while. It’s hard to argue with that, but this price point with his recent history at Firestone is tough to back.

Tiger Woods is the man, the myth, and the legend in Akron. He has eight career wins and one runner-up, which came back in 2004, at Firestone. This tournament represents his most recent win back in 2013, as mentioned above. Tiger has had a lot of issues off of the tee, but he’s sixth in strokes gained tee-to-green, so he’s been strong with the middle irons and on the approach. At +1600, the price is skewed a little bit, but the 42-year-old has back-to-back top-10 finishes and it would add to the comeback for him to win the last event at a course he has dominated in his career.

With so many excellent players in the field, we’ve got a lot of golfers well under 100/1, so there aren’t a ton of noteworthy value buys. Paul Casey at +4500 is a good one off of his top-five finish last season. Luke List is probably the best long shot candidate at +125000. List is fifth in strokes gained tee-to-green this season in his 60 rounds. He’s also sixth in strokes gained off-the-tee. He rates up with the best in those areas, but doesn’t have the wins or performances to show for the stats. At a price point like this, he’s very much worthy of consideration, even with the strong field.

Coverage of the 2018 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational will be on Golf Channel and CBS this week.

Odds as of July 30, 4 p.m. ET:

Dustin Johnson +695

Rory McIlroy +1095

Justin Rose +1300

Tiger Woods +1600

Jordan Spieth +1650

Rickie Fowler +2000

Jason Day +2500

Francesco Molinari +2500

Jon Rahm +2800

Justin Thomas +2800

Tommy Fleetwood +2800

Brooks Koepka +3000

Henrik Stenson +3300

Alex Noren +4000

Patrick Reed +4000

Paul Casey +4500

Zach Johnson +4500

Hideki Matsuyama +4500

Bubba Watson +5000

Xander Schauffele +5000

Tony Finau +5000

Webb Simpson +6000

Patrick Cantlay +6000

Bryson DeChambeau +6000

Marc Leishman +6600

Matt Kuchar +6600

Phil Mickelson +7000

Branden Grace +7000

Charley Hoffman +7000

Tyrrell Hatton +7500

Sergio Garcia +7500

Thorbjorn Olesen +8000

Russell Knox +8000

Kevin Chappell +8000

Louis Oosthuizen +8000

Adam Scott +8000

Ian Poulter +9000

Kevin Kisner +10000

Luke List +12500

Charl Schwartzel +12500

Matthew Fitzpatrick +12500

Kyle Stanley +15000

Kevin Na +15000

Daniel Berger +15000

Gary Woodland +15000

Emiliano Grillo +15000

Haotong Li +17500

Pat Perez +17500

Rafa Cabrera-Bello +17500

Ross Fisher +20000

Austin Cook +20000

Brian Harman +20000

Kiradech Aphibarnrat +20000

Brendan Steele +22500

Cameron Smith +22500

Adam Hadwin +22500

Si Woo Kim +22500

Paul Dunne +25000

Aaron Wise +25000

Jhonattan Vegas +25000

Anirban Lahiri +27500

Brandon Stone +27500

Alexander Bjork +30000

Andrew Landry +37500

Shubhankar Sharma +37500

Satoshi Kodaira +40000

Ted Potter, Jr. +50000

Wade Ormsby +50000

Patton Kizzire +50000

Ryuko Tokimatsu +50000

Kodai Ichihara +50000

Jaco Ahlers +75000

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The final World Golf Championships event of the 2016-17 PGA Tour season is this weekend at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio. It is the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and it returns to its annual spot during the first weekend of August after being played in late June and early July last year to accommodate the Olympics in Rio. This is one of the most exclusive fields on the PGA Tour schedule, with just about 75 players that meet the necessary criteria for a WGC event and an invitational event at that.

The field consists of the top 50 on the Official World Golf Ranking, the participants in the most recent Ryder Cup, past tournament winners, and some players from the PGA Tour of Australasia, the Sunshine Tour, the Asian Tour, and the Japan Golf Tour. That means that a lot of notable names are in the field and some very good players can be had at some very good prices.

There are 78 players this year, with 33 of the top 35 in the FedEx Cup points standings on hand.

The golf course in question this week is the South Course at Firestone Country Club. It’s a par 70 checking in around 7,400 yards. This tournament started in 1999 and has been played at Firestone every year, except for 2002, when it was played at Sahalee in the state of Washington. This tournament used to be like miniature golf for Tiger Woods, who won seven times from 1999-2009 and added another for good measure in 2013.

The course was originally used as a perk for Firestone employees to use. A Robert Trent Jones re-design in 1960 prior to the PGA Championship really put the course on the map and it has been used for big events ever since. Hearing the name and the location wouldn’t make you think twice, but this is one of the most challenging courses on tour with its low par coupled with its long length and some very challenging putting surfaces. Dustin Johnson’s win here at 6-under last year was the lowest winning score since 2005, but 12-under or less has won seven times since 2006.

Over at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a>, the favorite may come as a little bit of a shock. It is not Dustin Johnson, nor is it Rory McIlroy. It is Jordan Spieth, the winner of The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale just a couple of weeks ago. Spieth is priced at +730 in his quest to grab his first WGC-Bridgestone Invitational title. Johnson and McIlroy each have one. Spieth tied for third last year at 3-under. It was his second straight top-10 at Firestone and his best career finish. He finished tied for 10th in 2015, seven shots off the pace at 4-under, but finished with a 66 on Sunday. Spieth also won the Travelers Championship, so he’s working on back-to-back wins. He was 13th in Ohio at the Memorial at Jack Nicklaus’s home course and second in the Dean &amp; DeLuca Invitational, so he has four top-15 finishes over his last five events.

Rory McIlroy is the second favorite at +860. He was fourth at The Open Championship and seventh at The Masters. He missed the cut at the US Open with an opening-round 78. He’s really picked his events carefully this season, mostly playing in only the big tournaments. He was 35th at the PLAYERS Championship. This will be his first US event since the Travelers Championship more than a month ago. He played the Irish Open, which is hosted by his foundation, and did not play well there. He also struggled at the Scottish Open with a missed cut before a top-five at The Open. McIlroy’s inconsistency makes him maddening to bet at such a low price. McIlroy, who didn’t play this event last year, is also changing caddies, so he’ll have a new looper on the bag this weekend. That could be interesting.

Dustin Johnson had a really nice bounce back performance under phenomenal scoring conditions at the RBC Canadian Open last weekend. It was a bit of a surprise to see Johnson play that event, but after two straight missed cuts and a finish outside the top 50 at Royal Birkdale, DJ had some things to work on. He fired four rounds under 70 and finished at 17-under. That was only good enough for eighth, but he has to feel better about his game coming into the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, which he won last season. He’s at +940.

There’s a big gap between the big three and others, like Rickie Fowler at +1600, Brooks Koepka at +1700, and Hideki Matsuyama at +1800. Matsuyama might be an interesting play this week. You would think that a par 70 of 7,400 yards would fit his skill set well, but he hasn’t had good finishes at Firestone. He was 42nd last year and 37th the year before. Matsuyama has played really poorly on Friday in this event, but has three rounds under par over the last two years. Quietly, Matsuyama has been 14th at The Open, second at the US Open, and 11th at the Masters this season. Obviously a long course plays well for guys like Fowler and Koepka, so there’s already value in the second tier.

Justin Rose is an interesting name in the next level at +2500. Rose struggled here last year, but had top-five finishes each of the previous two years. He was third in 2015 at 7-under, including a round of 63 on Saturday, and fourth in 2014 with an opening-round 65 as the main highlight. He’s a pretty good look in matchups since he has played well here, but hasn’t been in great form over the last couple of months.

Another guy at +2500 is Jason Day, who considers Ohio to be his adopted name. Day generally plays well in this event. He finished third last year at 3-under with Spieth, Matt Kuchar, and Kevin Chappell. Day was 12th in 2015 with three 69s and a 70.

Moving down the board a bit, Chappell is priced at +6600 and could be a very good look. Last week’s playoff loser at the Canadian Open, Charley Hoffman, is playing some good golf and is also +6600. If you really want to go the longshot route, try Xander Schauffele. Schauffele may become a household name relatively soon. He was fifth at Erin Hills in the US Open, 14th the next week at the Travelers, 35th at the Quicken Loans National, first at the Greenbrier Classic, and then 20th at The Open.

Coverage of the 2017 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational can be seen on Golf Channel and CBS throughout the week.

Odds as of July 31, 3 p.m. ET

Jordan Spieth +730

Rory McIlroy +860

Dustin Johnson +940

Rickie Fowler +1600

Brooks Koepka +1700

Hideki Matsuyama +1800

Jon Rahm +2200

Henrik Stenson +2500

Jason Day +2500

Justin Rose +2500

Sergio Garcia +2500

Adam Scott +2800

Matt Kuchar +3000

Paul Casey +3300

Branden Grace +4000

Daniel Berger +4000

Marc Leishman +4000

Tommy Fleetwood +4000

Alex Noren +4500

Justin Thomas +4500

Phil Mickelson +5500

Rafa Cabrera-Bello +5500

Thomas Pieters +5500

Jason Dufner +6000

Zach Johnson +6000

Charl Schwartzel +6600

Charley Hoffman +6600

Gary Woodland +6600

Kevin Chappell +6600

Louis Oosthuizen +6600

Patrick Reed +6600

Bubba Watson +7000

Lee Westwood +8000

Russell Henley +8000

J.B. Holmes +9000

Kevin Kisner +9000

Brian Harman +10000

Chris Wood +10000

Xander Schauffele +10000

Francesco Molinari +10500

Andy Sullivan +12500

Bernd Wiesberger +12500

Bill Haas +12500

Brendan Steele +12500

Bryson Dechambeau +12500

Jhonattan Vegas +12500

Kyle Stanley +12500

Matthew Fitzpatrick +12500

Ross Fisher +12500

Si Woo Kim +12500

Billy Horschel +15000

Emiliano Grillo +15000

Jimmy Walker +15000

Ryan Moore +15000

Thorbjorn Olesen +15000

Pat Perez +17500

Tyrrell Hatton +17500

Wesley Bryan +17500

Adam Hadwin +20000

Hideto Tanihara +20000

Russell Knox +22500

Danny Willett +25000

Harold Varner III +25000

Hudson Swafford +25000

Satoshi Kodaira  +25000

Andres Romero +27500

Fabrizio Zanotti  +27500

Renato Paratore +27500

Scott Hend +27500

Thongchai Jaidee +27500

Mackenzie Hughes +30000

Jeunghun Wang +40000

Rod Pampling +45000

Paul Lawrie +50000

Sam Brazel +50000

Shaun Norris +50000

2018 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational Golf Betting Odds & Picks

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>David Peterson is starting for the Mets on Sunday, and he is facing off against Cristopher Sanchez. This game is getting started at 1:35 PM ET from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The Phillies are 1st in the NL East with a record of 89-59, while the Mets are 2nd in the division at 81-67.</p>

<p>Philadelphia is currently favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -147 compared to the Mets at +125. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the game can be seen on WPIX.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Phillies Moneyline -147</p><p>This game will be played at Citizens Bank Park at 1:35 ET on Sunday, September 15th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS PHILLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Phillies winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mets to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Philadelphia picked up a 6-4 win over the Mets in the most recent game of this series. The Phillies had a two-run lead going into the 7th inning, and the Mets could only muster two more runs in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Phillies were favored at -118 on the money line.</p>

<p>Kolby Allard got the start for the Phillies, going just three innings while giving up three runs and striking out three. Orion Kerkering got the win out of the bullpen, and Carlos Estevez got the save. Luis Severino went six innings for the Mets, giving up three earned runs on three hits.</p>

<p>Bryce Harper and Cal Stevenson each homered for the Phillies, while J.T. Realmuto went 2/4 with two RBIs. Starling Marte had a two-hit game for the Mets, driving in three runs.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are 81-67 overall and trail the Phillies by eight games for the NL East lead. This season, they have gone 23-18 in divisional games. The Mets are on the road today, and they have been good away from home, putting together a record of 41-33.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Mets are 53-37 this year, and they are 28-30 as the underdog. New York has won five straight series, and they are 25-16-7 in series overall. On the year, the Mets are 7-3 over their last 10 games, and they are 1-1 in their series vs. the Phillies.</p><p>When betting the Mets on the run line this season, it's been a coin flip, as they are 74-74. They have been slightly better on the road, going 41-33. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 34-24, compared to 40-50 as the favorite. Their average run margin this season is +0.4, but they have been much better in wins, with an average run margin of +3.7.</p><p>The Mets have been involved in games with an average of 9.1 runs per game this season, and their O/U record is 74-69. When the O/U line is set at 8.5, their record is 26-19. The Mets have gone over the total in three straight games, and they have played in 36 games this season with an O/U line set at 8.5, which is 24.3% of their games.</p><p>Left-hander David Peterson gets the start for the Mets today as he faces the Phillies on the road. He has made 18 starts this year and has a record of 9-2 with a 2.98 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, opponents are batting .241 this year. Peterson's last outing came on September 10th, where he took the loss, giving up four earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. Before that outing, he had gone three straight starts without taking the loss. One of those outings was a no-decision, but he didn't give up more than two earned runs in any of those starts.</p><p>Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso have been a solid 1-2 punch for the Mets this season, as Lindor is batting .270 with 31 homers, and Alonso is hitting .239 with 32 homers. Lindor's 86 RBIs are the most on the team, and Alonso is 2nd with 81 RBIs. Over his last eight games, Jose Iglesias has gone 11/28, and he is currently on an eight-game hitting streak.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are 8th in scoring at 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. Overall, they are 5th in home runs and are batting a collective .247.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>Philadelphia is 89-59 overall and leads the NL East by eight games over the Mets. The Phillies are 26-18 against other teams in the NL East. So far, they have been really good at home, going 51-26 this year. On the road, they are 38-33 this season.</p>

<p>The Phillies have been good as the favorite this season, putting together a record of 76-44. As the underdog, they are 13-15 this year. Looking at their overall series record, the Phillies are 26-15-6 this year.</p><p>When betting the run line with the Phillies this season, it has been a coin flip. They are 72-76 overall, but they have been slightly better on the road, going 37-34. They have been a better run line bet at home, where they are 35-42. They have been favored in 120 games, going 57-63 on the run line. They have been the underdog in 28 games, going 15-13 on the run line.</p><p>The Philadelphia Phillies will be hosting the New York Mets today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The combined run average for Phillies games this season is 9.0 runs, and their over/under record is 70-71. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 16-14. Overall, 29.1% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, and their current over streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez finished with a no-decision in his last outing, going six innings and not giving up a run to the Rays. He only gave up four hits and one walk in the outing. Before that, he had given up at least two earned runs in three straight outings. Sánchez has a record of 10-9 this season and an ERA of 3.33. Opposing batters are hitting .255 this season off Sánchez. The left-hander has made 28 starts this year, and his ERA at home is 2.30 compared to 5.61 on the road.</p><p>With a team batting average of .258, the Phillies have the 3rd best batting average in the league and are also near the top of the league in home runs and runs scored. Philadelphia's offense has been even better at home, averaging 5.1 runs per game, which is the 2nd best mark in the league. Overall, they are 4th in the league at 4.9 runs per contest.</p>

<p>Bryce Harper has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 14/35 (.400) over his last nine games with two homers and six RBIs. For the season, he is batting .290 with 28 homers and 82 RBIs. Kyle Schwarber is right ahead of Harper in the home run race, as his 35 homers is 7th best in the league. Schwarber also has a team-high 95 RBIs.</p>

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