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West Georgia Wolves vs South Florida Bulls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks vs Gonzaga Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Florida Atlantic Owls vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Tulane Green Wave vs Furman Paladins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Cal State Fullerton Titans vs Oregon State Beavers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Ohio Bobcats vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

SIUE Cougars vs Western Michigan Broncos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

Stonehill Skyhawks vs New Orleans Privateers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

UAB Blazers vs High Point Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

William & Mary Tribe vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Predators and Flames. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The Predators come into this Western conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 9:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Flames.</li><li>We like the Flames on the moneyline (+104)</li><li>The Flames are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Predators?</h3><p>With a 5-2 victory over the Avalanche, the Predators improved to 5-9-3 this season. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>All five of Nashville’s goals came from different players, and they trailed 1-0 before Steven Stamkos scored at 11:29 in the second period. The Predators added two empty-net goals in the win.</p><p>Nashville’s offense put up 5 goals against Colorado, with two coming on empty nets. The Predators were held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>Roman Josi added his first goal of the season, also on a power play, while Filip Forsberg scored his 7th on an empty net. Gustav Nyquist closed out the scoring with his 4th goal, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the opening goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held strong otherwise, helping the Predators secure a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p><h3>Will the Flames Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers dropped them to 8-6-3 on the season. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score of 6 falling just short.</p> <p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Calgary tied it up with goals in the second and third periods. Edmonton responded with two more goals, sealing the game with an empty-netter at 19:57 in the third.</p><p>Calgary’s offense was held to two goals in their recent game against Edmonton, despite firing 31 shots on goal. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal, tying the game 2-2 in the third period.</p> <p>The Flames had 22 giveaways and recorded 3 assists, with Kevin Bahl picking up his 5th assist of the season. Tyson Barrie and Mikael Backlund also contributed, with Backlund earning his 4th assist on Mantha’s power-play goal.</p><p>Calgary's defense gave up the first two goals of the game, both in the first period, and two more late in the third, leading to a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames had tied the game at 2-2, but Zach Hyman scored a power-play goal with 9:50 left in the third, and Mattias Janmark added an empty-netter with three seconds remaining. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, and the defense recorded 4 takeaways and 13 hits.</p>

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<p>Zack Thompson will get the start for the Cardinals (65-81, 31-40 home) as they host the Phillies (79-67, 36-36 away) at Busch Stadium. The Phillies will give the starting nod to Aaron Nola. Check out my prediction for game one of this National League matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and St. Louis Cardinals.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Cardinals +115</p><p>This game will be played at Busch Stadium at 8:15 ET on Friday, September 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>The last ten times the Cardinals have been the underdog, they are 6-4.</li><li>So far this year, the Cardinals lead the season series against the Phillies 0-3.</li><li>Opponents are hitting a healthy .357 against Aaron Nola in his last two starts.</li></ul><h3>PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES TRYING TO CLOSE GAP IN NL EAST</h3><p>With an overall record of 79-67, the Phillies are 2nd in the NL East. When playing at home, they are 43-31 and 36-36. So far, Philadelphia has a record of 36-36 against below .500 teams and have played in 46 series, going 25-18-3.</p><p><p>Aaron Nola is making his 30th outing of the season with a 12-9 record. His ERA stands at 4.64, while opponents are batting .234 against him. On the road, he has gone 6-6 with a 6.20 ERA, and 6-3 at home on an ERA of 3.68. Teams have a slugging percentage of .428 when facing Nola this season.</p></p><p>Aaron Nola's most recent start against the Marlins saw him surrender four runs and seven hits over 4 1/3 innings, though the Phillies ultimately emerged victorious with an 8-4 scoreline. Despite not earning a decision, Nola's performance has been indicative of his season thus far.</p><p>Having gone deep 16 times in their last ten games, the Phillies are 5th in that span. At 4.9 runs per game, Philadelphia is 9th in the league. This figure has come on a team batting average of .258 while hitting a total of 195 home runs (9th).</p><p>Kyle Schwarber is the Phillies' home-run king in 2023, swatting 43 round-trippers and driving in 94 runs. His slugging percentage for the season is a solid .475.</p><h3>WILL THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>St. Louis' overall record currently stands at 65-81, placing them 5th in the NL Central. The Cardinals will look to extend their current series winning streak to 47 and have an overall series record of 18-23-5. At home, St. Louis is 31-40 and 34-41 on the road.</p><p><p>The Cardinals will turn to starter Zack Thompson, who has a 5-5 record through 22 appearances. His ERA is 4.06, and his K/9 is 10.41, with a FIP of 3.51 and an OBP of .332. So far this season, Thompson has put together an impressive stat line.</p></p><p>Zack Thompson notched a victory in his last outing against the Reds, surrendering three runs and five hits. The Cardinals ultimately prevailed 4-3, with Thompson's performance proving to be the difference-maker.</p><p>Over their last five games, the Cardinals are ranked 14th in the league in scoring at 3.2 runs per game. Their season-long scoring average of 4.6 per contest puts them 16th in baseball. In terms of on-base percentage, St. Louis is 7th, with an OBP currently sitting at .327. The team's collective batting average is .253 (9th).</p><p>Richie Palacios has been a key contributor to the Cardinals' offense over their last five games, leading the team with three home runs. He's tallied four long balls on the season thus far, and boasts a .311 batting average.</p>

Philadelphia Phillies vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 9/15/23

<p>Looking to win big? The Blazers and Panthers face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers are hosting the game at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena in High Point, NC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 157.5 points, and High Point is favored by -3 at home against UAB.</p><h3>UAB BLAZERS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: High Point Panthers -3</p><p>This game will be played at Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HIGH POINT PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will High Point pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Blazers Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>UAB picked up an 82-72 win over Southeastern Louisiana on Sunday, November 10th. Playing at home, the Blazers were heavy favorites, entering the game as 22-point favorites. While they secured the win, they didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>UAB led 37-36 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Lions 45-36. The total points for the game ended at 154, exactly matching the over/under line.</p><p>UAB put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They hit 56.8% of their two-point shots and went 6/18 from three, connecting at a 33.3% rate. At the free-throw line, they made 14 of 22 attempts, shooting 63.6%.</p> <p>Yaxel Lendeborg led the way, going 9/10 from the field and 2/2 from three, finishing with 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jakevion Buckley added 16 points and 7 assists, while Jeremy Elyzee contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds. Christian Coleman also grabbed 12 boards, and UAB collected 13 offensive rebounds as a team, dishing out 16 assists.</p><p>UAB's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Blazers allowed 31 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UAB's defense gave up 25 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 56% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 made threes on 18 attempts, a 33% success rate. The Blazers also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 14, shooting 63%.</p><h3>Will High Point Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>High Point Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>High Point picked up a 76-60 win over North Carolina Central on Tuesday, November 12th, at home. The Panthers were -16.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>High Point took control early, leading 39-21 at halftime. However, they allowed 39 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>High Point's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 76 points on 50.9% shooting from the field. They connected on 40% of their threes (6/15) and hit 84.2% from the free-throw line (16/19). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 56.6%, with a 55.3% success rate on two-point attempts (21/38).</p> <p>Kezza Giffa led the way, shooting 71.4% overall (10/14) and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts, finishing with 26 points and 4 assists. Po'Boigh King added 22 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Juslin Bodo Bodo contributed 11 points and grabbed a team-high 12 rebounds.</p><p>Even though High Point allowed 60 points, they gave up a 50% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 27 of 53 shots. Inside the arc, the Panthers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, High Point's defense saw their opponent connect on 6 of 15 attempts, a 40% success rate. The Panthers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 16 shots, shooting 84%.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mountain Hawks versus the Bruins? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on B1G+. The game will be played at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 138 points, and UCLA is favored by -22.5 against Lehigh in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lehigh Mountain Hawks +22.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pauley Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have UCLA winning straight-up, we like Lehigh at +22.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountain Hawks Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Lehigh dropped a close one to Columbia on Tuesday, losing 76-75 on the road. The Mountain Hawks were +8.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Lehigh trailed 40-37 at halftime but outscored Columbia 38-36 in the second half. The total points for the game were 151, which was under the O/U line of 157.5.</p><p>Lehigh's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 54.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%. They connected on 64.5% of their two-point attempts and hit 40.9% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes.</p> <p>Keith Higgins Jr. was the standout, hitting 7 of 9 threes and finishing with 28 points on 66.7% shooting. Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa added 24 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate, and also contributed 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</p><p>Lehigh gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field, including 51% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Lehigh’s opponents hit 11 of 21 attempts, shooting 52%. Lehigh also allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>UCLA cruised to a 71-40 win over the Boston Terriers on Monday, November 11th, covering the -25.5 point spread. The game was played at home, where the Bruins were heavy favorites. The total points for the game were 111, falling well short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>UCLA took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime. They continued to dominate in the 2nd half, outscoring Boston 32-18.</p><p>UCLA's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.3%, with a two-point shooting mark of 50% (19/38). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 5 of 22 attempts for 22.7%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bruins were efficient, connecting on 18 of 21 attempts for 85.7%. They grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Eric Dailey Jr. and Lazar Stefanovic each contributed 13 points, with Stefanovic hitting 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>UCLA's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 40 points. They allowed a 40% shooting rate, with 24 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UCLA gave up 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% conversion rate. From three-point range, their opponent struggled, hitting only 5 of 22 shots, or 22%.</p>

Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs UCLA Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Skyhawks versus the Privateers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UPMC Events Center in Moon Township, PA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with New Orleans being favored by -2.5 over Stonehill.</p><h3>STONEHILL SKYHAWKS VS NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Events Center at 4:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-59 in favor of the Privateers.</li><li>Not only will New Orleans pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Skyhawks Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stonehill dropped their recent game to Robert Morris, 63-51, on Thursday, November 14th. The Skyhawks were +8.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 114, well below the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Stonehill trailed 29-25 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 26 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Stonehill's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 51 points with a field goal percentage of 31.5% (17/54). They shot 31% from two-point range and 32% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 25 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.9%, and they connected on 56.2% of their free throws, making 9 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Todd Brogna led the way with 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and 75% from three-point range (3/4). Josh Omojafo added 15 points, while Josh Morgan contributed 12 points, despite shooting just 25% from the field and 30% from three (3/10). Stonehill finished with 12 assists and 6 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Stonehill's defense held their opponent to 63 points on 37% shooting from the field. They limited them to 42% on two-point attempts, with the opponent making 14 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stonehill's defense was strong, allowing just 2 made threes on 10 attempts (20%). They sent the opponent to the free-throw line 39 times, where they converted 29 free throws (74%). Stonehill also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Privateers Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Privateers picked up an 82-74 win over the Lions on Thursday, November 14th, in a home game. New Orleans entered the game as -2.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>New Orleans led 38-31 at halftime and scored 44 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 43 points. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 147.</p><p>In their last game, the New Orleans Privateers put up 82 points, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 11 of 29 three-point attempts, hitting 37.9% from deep, and were 70% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 30 attempts. The Privateers also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists.</p> <p>James White led the way with 20 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Jah Short added 18 points, hitting 58.3% of his shots, including 2 of 4 from beyond the arc. Clayton Jackson was efficient, scoring 15 points in 21 minutes, shooting 75% from the field and 60% from three.</p><p>New Orleans struggled defensively, giving up 74 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Privateers had trouble containing the two-point attack, as they allowed 20 field goals on 34 attempts, a 58% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Orleans gave up 11 threes on 29 attempts, with their opponent shooting 37%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, a 70% success rate.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Keydets and Golden Eagles face off at 3:30 ET on PTB. The Golden Eagles are hosting the game at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 150.5 points, with Tennessee Tech being favored by -5 over VMI.</p><h3>VMI KEYDETS VS TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles -5</p><p>This game will be played at The Greenbrier at 3:30 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can VMI Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>VMI pulled off a 76-71 road win over Bellarmine on Saturday, November 9th. The Keydets entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and not only won but also covered the spread.</p> <p>VMI led 43-29 at halftime but allowed Bellarmine to score 42 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33 themselves. The game’s total points landed exactly on the O/U line of 147, resulting in a push.</p><p>VMI's offense put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field and hitting 40% from beyond the arc (8/20). They were efficient at the free-throw line, making 85.7% of their attempts (12/14), and their effective field goal percentage stood at 50.8%.</p> <p>Jack Karasinski led the way with 24 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 50% from three-point range. TJ Johnson added 14 points, connecting on 4 of 6 threes, while Dylan Branson contributed 12 points and 6 assists, hitting 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>VMI's defense gave up 71 points, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point baskets on 21 attempts, a 66% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VMI's opponents hit 10 of 30 three-point attempts, shooting 33%. They also went to the free-throw line 15 times, making 13, an 86% success rate. VMI gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Tennessee Tech Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tennessee Tech picked up a 76-73 win over West Georgia on Tuesday, November 12th. The Golden Eagles were -6.5 point favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, going over the pre-game O/U line of 144.</p> 

<p>Tennessee Tech jumped out to a 45-30 lead at halftime but allowed West Georgia to score 43 points in the 2nd half while only putting up 31 points themselves.</p><p>Tennessee Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 52.7% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 61.8%. They were especially efficient inside, hitting 76% of their two-point attempts, while their three-point shooting was 33.3% (10/30). At the free-throw line, they struggled, converting just 50% (8/16).</p> <p>Shelton Williams-Dryden led the way with 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting, adding 10 rebounds. Kyric Davis contributed 19 points and 9 boards, while Daniel Egbuniwe added 18 points, hitting 7-of-10 shots, including 2-of-4 from three-point range. The Golden Eagles dished out 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Tennessee Tech's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 52% from the field. They were especially effective inside, hitting 76% of their two-point attempts, going 19/25.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 33%, making 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Tennessee Tech sent them to the line 16 times, where they converted 8 free throws, shooting 50%. The Golden Eagles limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

VMI Keydets vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

<p>Monday's matchup between the Mets and Pirates is set to get started at 12:35 PM ET from PNC Park in Pittsburgh. The forecast for the game calls for temperatures in the low 70s and partly cloudy skies. SN PT will be televising this game, and the Mets are the slight money line favorite.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and Christian Scott will be starting for the Mets, while the Pirates are going with Mitch Keller. New York is 44-44 this season, and the Pirates are 42-47, as they look to end a two-game losing streak. The Mets are currently on a two-game winning streak.</p><h3>NEW YORK METS VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Mets Moneyline -106</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Park at 12:35 ET on Monday, July 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mets winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Pirates to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York rallied for two runs in the 8th inning and scored the game-winning run in the 9th in the most recent game of this Mets vs. Pirates series. The Mets had just three hits in the game and picked up a 3-2 win. Heading into the game, they were favored at -130 on the money line.</p>

<p>Pittsburgh wasted a good outing from Luis L. Ortiz, as he gave up just two hits and no earned runs in six innings of work for the Pirates. Aroldis Chapman took the loss. Edwin Díaz got the win out of the bullpen for the Mets as Sean Manaea went six innings, giving up two hits and no earned runs.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Mets were led by Francisco Lindor, who went 3/4 with two RBIs. Lindor scored the game's final run on a wild pitch. Ke'Bryan Hayes had a two-hit game for the Pirates.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are at an even .500 on the season, with an overall record of 44-44. They are on a two-game winning streak, and these two wins have them 13.0 games behind the Phillies in the NL East. New York's overall division record is 13-12 this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 21-25 and have gone 23-19 on the road. As the road favorite, the Mets are 10-8 this season, and they are 25-23 when favored overall. New York has won two straight as the favorite, and they are 19-21 as the underdog this year. The Mets' series record is 13-13-4, and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games overall.</p><p>When the Mets win, they win big, with an average run margin of +3.4 runs per game. However, when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.3 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 41-47, and they are 24-18 against the run line on the road.</p><p>The New York Mets are on the road today to face the Pittsburgh Pirates. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is lower than their combined run average of 9.6 runs per game. The Mets have gone over the total in 46 of their 85 games this season and have a record of 13-9 when the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The under has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Right-hander Christian Scott is starting for the Mets today as he faces the Pirates on the road. Through six starts, Scott has a record of 0-2 and an ERA of 4.32. He has made three quality starts this year and is coming off an outing in which he didn't allow a homer. In his last outing, Scott gave up four earned runs and two homers in 5 2/3 innings of work. Scott has finished with a no-decision in three straight outings. So far, he has a WHIP of 1.14 and is averaging 7.29 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Mets are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 9th in the league. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.5 runs per game. Overall, they are the league's 4th best home run hitting team, and their team batting average of .247 is 8th in the league. Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo have been the team's top power threats, with Alonso leading the team with 18 homers and Nimmo's 13 homers ranking 3rd on the team.</p>

<p>Francisco Lindor has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 7/24 in his last six games with two homers. For the season, he is batting .250 and is 2nd on the team with 45 RBIs. Lindor's 15 homers is the 2nd most on the team.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is 42-47 overall and trails the Brewers by 10 games in the NL Central. The Pirates have dropped two straight games and are 3rd in the division. So far, they are 13-13 in divisional matchups. At home, the Pirates are 21-24 this season.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Pirates are 25-28 this season, and they are 10-11 as the home underdog. Pittsburgh has dropped three straight games as the underdog. They are 17-19 when favored this year. The team's overall series record is 11-13-4, and they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>When betting the run line with the Pirates, it's been a good idea to take them on the road, where they're 26-18 against the run line. They're 22-23 vs. the run line at home, and overall, they're 48-41. They've been the underdog in 53 games, and they're 36-17 vs. the run line in those games.</p><p>The Pittsburgh Pirates are at home against the New York Mets today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Pirates have had an average combined run average of 8.5 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 41-47. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 15-11. Overall, 19.1% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher, and their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Mitch Keller will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Cardinals, as he gets the start for the Pirates today. Against the Cardinals, he took the loss, giving up five earned runs in five innings of work. Looking back over his last four starts, Keller has allowed at least four earned runs in three of them. Keller's ERA for the season is 3.48, along with a record of 9-5. Opponents are batting .248 off the right-hander this season. Per nine innings, Keller is averaging 2.35 walks compared to 8.36 strikeouts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Pirates are 23rd in the league in runs per game, averaging 4.1 runs per contest. This number drops to 3.9 runs per game at home, which is 27th in the MLB. Pittsburgh's offense has been led by Bryan Reynolds, who is batting .281 for the season and has gone 9/29 with three homers over his last seven games. This has helped him move into the team lead in RBIs and 11th in the league in homers.</p>

<p>As a team, the Pirates are batting just .230, and their team OPS of .665 is 24th in the league. Oneil Cruz is 2nd on the team with 13 homers but is batting just .243 for the season.</p>

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