<p>At 8:00 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-146) will take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+120) in a Western Southwest division matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 3 points and have a record of 22-18, while the Pelicans are 9-32 and have lost two straight games.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans and can be seen on Gulf TV. The over/under line for this game is 225 points.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +3</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-112 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Dallas Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks fell to 22-18 on the season after a 118-99 home loss to the Nuggets on Tuesday. Dallas, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 217 points was well below the pre-game total of 235.</p> <p>Denver took control early, outscoring Dallas 36-21 in the 1st quarter and 35-24 in the 2nd. A 12-0 run by the Mavs brought them closer, but they couldn’t sustain the momentum. Although Dallas outscored Denver 32-27 in the 4th quarter, it wasn’t enough to overcome the 91-67 deficit they faced going into the final period.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Nuggets, the Mavericks struggled offensively, shooting just 42.2% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 28.1% clip. Daniel Gafford led the team with 13 points, scoring 6 in the 1st quarter and 7 in the 3rd.</p> <p>Naji Marshall and Kyrie Irving each added 11 points, with Marshall scoring 9 in the 4th. Irving shot just 22.2% from the field, contributing 5 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks struggled in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 71 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20. Overall, they allowed 118 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Dallas allowed Denver to hit 13 threes at a 44% clip. The Nuggets also went 19/22 from the free-throw line. The Mavericks finished with 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 9-32 on the season with a 119-113 win over the Bulls on Tuesday. New Orleans, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 232 fell short of the 243.5 O/U line.</p> <p>New Orleans went on an 11-0 run in the 4th quarter, extending their lead from 33-27 to 44-27. They outscored Chicago 33-27 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Pelicans managed to put up 119 points in their win over the Bulls, despite shooting just 43.8% from the field and 28% from three-point range. They made 14 threes in the game, with Dejounte Murray hitting 4 of them, despite shooting just 28.6% overall.</p> <p>Trey Murphy led the way with 32 points, scoring 11 of those in the 3rd quarter. Zion Williamson added 21 points, with 9 coming in the opening period. Jose Alvarado also came up big, scoring all 12 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough start, allowing 33 points in the 1st quarter, the Pelicans tightened up their defense, giving up just 27 points in each of the final two quarters to help secure the win. They held the Bulls to 44% shooting overall.</p> <p>New Orleans did a solid job defending the three, with Chicago hitting 14 threes on 32% shooting. The Pelicans also sent the Bulls to the line just 12 times, where they made 9 free throws. Defensively, the Pelicans recorded 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolfpack and Hokies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Hokies at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! North Carolina State come into this Atlantic Coast conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 132.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cassell Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will North Carolina State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>North Carolina State dropped to 9-7 on the season after a narrow 63-61 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Wolfpack were +4.5 point underdogs heading into the game and managed to cover the spread, but they couldn’t pull off the win at home.</p> <p>NC State trailed 26-20 at halftime but came out strong in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 37. Despite the late push, they couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 124 fell well short of the 150.5 over/under line.</p><p>NC State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field and 15.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, but they did manage to connect on 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12.</p> <p>Ian Jackson led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Hill added 20 points and 9 rebounds. The Wolfpack grabbed 16 offensive boards but finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of just 36% (24/65). They limited two-point shooting to 21/46 (45%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense was even more effective, allowing only 3/19 (15%) shooting. They sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws (83%).</p><h3>Will Virginia Tech Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 7-9 on the season with a 71-68 road win over California on Saturday. The Hokies entered the game as +7 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia Tech appeared to be cruising after taking a 42-23 lead into halftime, but they allowed Cal to score 45 points in the 2nd half while managing just 29 points themselves. Despite the late scare, the Hokies held on for the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from three-point range, finishing with 71 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.2%, and they hit 24 of 41 two-point attempts (58.5%).</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the Hokies with 24 points, despite shooting 40% overall and 16.7% from deep. Tyler Johnson contributed 11 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 71.4% of his shots. Virginia Tech also recorded 12 assists and 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 32% shooting from the field, including 36% from two-point range (15/41).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they limited the damage to 7 made threes on 27 attempts (25%).</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Betting on today's Sycamores and Braves game? Catch the action at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL, as the Braves hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Missouri Valley conference contest is set at 154.5 points, with Bradley being favored by -8 at home against Indiana State.</p><h3>INDIANA STATE SYCAMORES VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bradley Braves -8</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BRADLEY BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Not only will Bradley pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.</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 Indiana State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Indiana State Sycamores Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Indiana State fell to 7-8 on the season after an 84-79 home loss to Belmont on Saturday. The Sycamores, who were -3 favorites, failed to cover the spread. The total points of 163 fell short of the 171.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Indiana State trailed 42-32 at halftime but put up a fight in the second half, scoring 47 points while allowing 42. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Indiana State put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. They hit 65.4% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27% of their 37 three-point tries. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%.</p> <p>Carter Whitt led the way with 25 points and 6 assists, shooting 52.6% overall and 50% from three. Jaden Daughtry was nearly perfect, hitting 10 of 11 shots for 23 points in just 22 minutes. The Sycamores also got 20 points and 6 assists from Samage Teel, while Aaron Gray pulled down a team-high 10 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 84 points, Indiana State's defense managed to limit their opponent's three-point shooting, holding them to just 27% from beyond the arc with a 10/37 performance. However, they struggled to contain two-point attempts, allowing a 65% shooting rate on 17/26 from inside the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Indiana State sent their opponent to the stripe 24 times, where they converted 15 attempts for 62%. The Sycamores also allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Bradley Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley improved to 13-3 on the season with a narrow 61-60 road win over UIC on Saturday, January 11th. The Braves entered the game as 3-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 121 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Bradley trailed 34-25 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring UIC 36-26 to secure the win.</p><p>Bradley's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 35.3% from the field and 30.4% from three-point range, finishing with 61 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, and they managed only 5 offensive rebounds and 9 assists.</p> <p>Zek Montgomery and Jordan Mason each scored 15 points, with Mason shooting 53.8% from the field. Duke Deen added 14 points, hitting 4 of 11 from deep, while Ahmad Henderson contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, despite going 0 for 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Bradley's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 60 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Braves were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 23 attempts, an 8% success rate.</p> <p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Bradley's defense managed to keep their opponent's scoring in check. They sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 14, shooting 60% from the stripe.</p>

Indiana State Sycamores vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Ducks and Hurricanes are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hurricanes will host the game at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Hurricanes being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 5:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Based on projections, we have the Hurricanes coming out on top by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Anaheim Win on the Road?</h3><p>Anaheim's 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks dropped their record to 17-20-5. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 3-0, the Ducks managed to score twice in the third period. Brock McGinn put Anaheim on the board at 10:16 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just four seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim’s offense was held scoreless until the third period in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, with McTavish’s goal coming on a power play.</p> <p>The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but were only able to convert twice. They recorded 16 giveaways, and Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, while Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s goal.</p><p>Anaheim's defense struggled early, allowing two first-period goals and another late in the second. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with an 86.2% save percentage, but the Ducks' defense gave up a fourth goal at 17:43 in the third period. Two of the goals they allowed came on the power play.</p><h3>Will Carolina Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 26-15-2 with a 4-2 road win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> <p>Carolina led 1-0 before allowing two goals in the first period. They responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the victory.</p><p>Carolina took 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on his 3 shots. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the season and picked up two assists, bringing his total to 12 assists this year. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, also his 6th goal of the season.</p> <p>The Hurricanes scored their first goal at 5:59 in the first period, then added two more in the second, including Orlov’s second goal of the game. Carolina’s final goal came with just 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Hurricanes will look to carry their momentum from the last game, where they allowed just 2 goals. Pyotr Kochetkov recorded 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 10 hits. Carolina's only struggles came late in the first period, when they gave up two goals, including one with 11 seconds left, but they shut out the Capitals in the second and third periods.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Redbirds and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on Gray, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at The Knapp Center in Des Moines, IA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 124 points, and Drake is favored by -9.5 vs. Illinois State in a Missouri Valley conference matchup.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS DRAKE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois State Redbirds +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Knapp Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Drake winning straight-up, we like Illinois State at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 124 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Redbirds Secure a Win at Des Moines?</h3><p>Illinois State’s season record dropped to 9-7 after a narrow 85-84 loss to Northern Iowa on Saturday. The Redbirds, who were -1 favorites at home, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Despite leading 43-36 at halftime, Illinois State allowed 49 points in the second half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Illinois State's offense put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.3% from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 57.4%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81.5%, going 22/27.</p> <p>Trey Campbell led the way with 30 points, knocking down 8 of 13 threes (61.5%) and shooting 58.8% overall. Chase Walker added 27 points and 9 rebounds, while Tytan Anderson contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Illinois State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 46% shooting from the field. The Redbirds allowed 25 made field goals on 54 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois State's opponents shot 50%, hitting 12 of 24 three-point attempts. The Redbirds also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws for 81%.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Drake improved to 12-2 on the season with a dominant 63-40 win over Evansville on Saturday. The Bulldogs, who were -15.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Drake led 25-20 at halftime but turned up the heat in the second half, outscoring Evansville 38-20. The game’s total points of 103 fell well short of the 120.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 63 points on 40% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, with a 27.3% mark from three-point range (6/22) and a 59.1% performance at the free-throw line (13/22).</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 16 points, shooting 7/11 overall and 2/5 from beyond the arc. He also contributed 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Tavion Banks grabbed 13 rebounds, despite shooting just 2/9 from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 offensive rebounds, the Drake Bulldogs managed to hold their opponent to just 40 points. They allowed 40% shooting overall, with 22 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>Drake's defense limited their opponent's three-point shooting to 6/22, or 27%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they hit 13, or 59%.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Drake Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Clippers and Mavericks kick off their first-round series from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles at 3:30 PM ET on Sunday. ABC has the TV coverage for this matchup, with the Mavericks heading into the game as the slight favorite. The over/under line is 223 points, and the Mavericks are -2.5 on the point spread. Looking at the money line odds, the Mavericks are at -148 compared to the Clippers at +123.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 3:30 ET on Sunday, April 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-107 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with Kawhi Leonard points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Dallas Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>Dallas is favored by 2.5 points in today's game vs. the Clippers. For the season, the Mavericks have been favored in 62% of their games and have gone 38-13 straight up and 33-18 against the spread.</p>

<p>The Mavericks are 50-32 overall this season, which is good for 5th place in the Western Conference. Against the West, they are 31-21 and 11-5 vs. their division. In non-conference play, they are 19-11.</p>

<p>On the road, the Mavericks are 25-16 straight up and 27-14 ATS. Their average scoring differential on the road is +0.8 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Mavericks were blown out by the Thunder, losing by a score of 135-86. They were 19.5-point underdogs in that game and are 2-3 ATS in their last five games.</p>

<p>Dallas has gone under the O/U line in three straight games and has a season record of 37-45 on the O/U. Today's O/U line of 223 is lower than the season average of 234.8.</p><p>For the season, Luka Doncic is averaging 33.9 points, 9.8 assists, and 9.2 rebounds. Over his last three games, he has averaged 35 points on 49.3% shooting from the field. In these games, he also averaged 5.3 made threes per game. Kyrie Irving is averaging 25.6 points per game for the season and 30.3 points per game in his last three games.</p>

<p>Dallas is averaging 117.9 points per game this season, which is 7th in the league. They have actually been better on the road, averaging 117 points per contest. The Mavericks are also in the top half of the league in both pace and free throw attempts. As a team, they are averaging 14.6 made threes per game.</p><p>Currently, the Mavericks' defense holds the 19th rank in the NBA, allowing 115.6 points per game. Opponents are hitting 54.5% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 36.7% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Will Los Angeles Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Today, the Clippers are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, and they are currently 2.5-point underdogs at home against the Mavericks. As the underdog, the Clippers have gone 5-14 this season and have failed to cover the spread in their last two games as the underdog.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record at home, the Clippers are 18-23 this season and have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games. Overall, their ATS record is 38-44 and they have gone 6-13 vs. the spread as the underdog.</p>

<p>In the Western Conference, the Clippers are currently in 4th place with a record of 51-31. Against the West, they are 30-22 compared to 21-9 in non-conference games. In the Pacific Division, they are in 1st place.</p>

<p>The Clippers' O/U record for the season is 38-43-1, and the under has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 228 points, and today's O/U line is set at 223.</p>

<p>Los Angeles' last game was a 116-105 loss to the Rockets. They were 4.5-point underdogs in that game, and the O/U line was 222.5. The game finished with 221 points, giving the Clippers an ATS loss and an O/U win.</p><p>For the Clippers to pick up a win, they will need a big game from Paul George. In his last three games, he has averaged 24 points while shooting 45.5% from the field. He has also been hot from beyond the arc, making 47.1% of his threes in that stretch. Bones Hyland has also been shooting the ball well of late, averaging 21.3 points per game on a field goal percentage of 45.5%.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is the NBA's 4th best three-point shooting team this season, connecting on 38% of their looks from downtown. Their average of 12.6 made threes per game is 16th in the league. Overall, the Clippers are averaging 115.6 points per game. This is the 11th best mark in the league.</p><p>So far, the Clippers' defense is ranked 10th in the league at 112.3 points per contest. Los Angeles' defense is currently forcing 12.2 turnovers per game, which is 10th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 15th in blocked shots, with an average of 5 rejections per game.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 4/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Longhorns and Cougars game? Catch the action at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on CBS. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 131 points, with Houston being favored by -10 at home against Texas.</p><h3>TEXAS LONGHORNS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Longhorns +10</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS LONGHORNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like Texas at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 131 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Longhorns Win in Houston?</h3><p>After a 94-58 win over West Virginia, Texas heads on the road to face Houston. The Longhorns are 16-8 overall and 5-6 in Big 12 play. On the road, Texas is 4-3 this season.</p>

<p>As an underdog, the Longhorns have gone 3-4 this season, and they are 13-4 when favored. For the year, Texas has an average scoring differential of -1.1 points per game on the road.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Texas has gone 4-3 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Longhorns are 6-4 vs. the spread. On the road, Texas has an ATS mark of 3-4 this year and they have gone 5-5 ATS in their last 10 road games. Their overall ATS record for the season is 9-15.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 131 is lower than the average over/under line in Texas' games this season (145.2). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 142 points.</p><p>Texas' offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 94 points against West Virginia. They had an overall field goal percentage of 51.4% and made 7/8 free throws. Leading the team in scoring was Dylan Disu with 27 points. Tyrese Hunter also added 19 points for the Longhorns.</p><p>The Longhorns' defense is presently ranked 75th nationally, allowing an average of 67.8 points per contest. Texas' defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the West Virginia offense to knock down 51% of their shots on their way to putting up 58 points.</p><h3>Will Houston Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Coming into today, Houston has been nearly unbeatable at home, going 14-0 on the season. Their average margin of victory at home is +29.9 points per game, and they have won their last 14 games at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Houston has gone 21-3 this season, and they are currently on a two-game win streak. In their last game, they beat Cincinnati by a score of 67-62. In their last 10 games at home, they are a perfect 10-0.</p><p>As the favorite, Houston has gone 11-10-1 vs. the spread this season. Their home ATS record is 9-5 and their last 10 favorite ATS mark is 4-5-1. Over their last three home games, the Cougars are just 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Houston games is 9-14. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 133 and the average scoring total is 128.9 points. Today's over/under line of 131 is lower than the average over/under line in their games. In their last three games, their over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 137 points.</p><p>The Houston offense is coming off a game in which they scored 67 points vs. Cincinnati. Overall their field goal percentage was 39.1% while connecting on 3 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is LJ Cryer who comes into today's matchup averaging 14.8. Jamal Shead also heads into the game with a PPG average of 12.7.</p><p>This season, the Houston defense has been impressive, holding the 1st position in the country while permitting an average of 54.7 points per contest. Against Cincinnati in their most recent game, the Houston defense gave up a total of 62 points while allowing Cincinnati to hit 37% of their shots.</p>

Texas Longhorns vs Houston Cougars Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-156) will head to Charlotte to take on the Hornets (+133). Philadelphia is favored by 3 points, and the over/under line is set at 214.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are currently 7-18, with the 76ers sitting 12th in the Eastern Conference and the Hornets 13th. This game will be played at the Spectrum Center and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +3</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-102 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the 76ers Chances on the Road</h3><p>Philadelphia’s season continued to unravel after a 121-107 loss to the Pacers on Friday, dropping their record to 7-16. The 76ers, who were -6.5 point favorites at home, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put the 76ers on their heels, and while Philadelphia fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Pacers 33-29, they couldn’t complete the comeback. Indiana pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the 76ers 31-24. The game’s total points hit 228, exactly matching the over/under line.</p><p>Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 22 points in their 121-107 loss to the Pacers, scoring 10 points in the 2nd quarter and 9 more in the 3rd. Paul George added 15 points, with 9 coming in the 4th quarter, while Ricky Council contributed 14 points, scoring 5 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 43.5% from the field and made 10 three-pointers at a 40% clip. Maxey hit 3 threes, shooting 60% from beyond the arc.</p><p>The 76ers struggled defensively on Friday, allowing 121 points to the Pacers. Philadelphia gave up 31 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Indiana shot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 14 threes at a 36% clip. The 76ers sent Indiana to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws. Philadelphia recorded 32 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and finished with 5 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Hornets Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Charlotte's season record dropped to 7-18 after a 109-95 road loss to the Bulls on Friday. The Hornets, who were +5.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 204 points was well below the O/U line of 233.5.</p> <p>Charlotte went on a 12-0 run, extending their lead from 31-19 to 43-19, but Chicago responded by outscoring them 28-18 in the 2nd quarter. The Hornets couldn’t recover after trailing 82-67 going into the 4th, despite a 28-27 edge in the final period.</p><p>In their 95-point effort against the Bulls, the Hornets struggled offensively, shooting just 35.7% from the field and connecting on only 8 threes at a 17.4% clip. Brandon Miller led the way with 21 points, hitting 3 threes at 20% efficiency, and adding 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</p> <p>Mark Williams contributed 15 points on 85.7% shooting, while Miles Bridges added 14 points despite shooting 31.2%. Miller scored 10 of his points in the 1st quarter, and Bridges added 8 points in the 4th.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, the Hornets couldn't hold off the Bulls, who scored 109 points on Friday. Charlotte gave up 31 points in the 1st quarter and 28 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 23 points. Chicago added 27 more in the 4th to secure the win.</p> <p>The Hornets held the Bulls to 39% shooting, including just 27% from three-point range, where Chicago hit 14 threes. Charlotte sent the Bulls to the line 25 times, where they made 21 free throws. The Hornets finished with 37 defensive rebounds, gave up 14 offensive boards, and added 7 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Cardinal and Demon Deacons. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on ESPNN, and it's hosted by the Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Coliseum in Winston-Salem, NC. Get ready to place your bets! This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 142 points, and Wake Forest is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Stanford.</p><h3>STANFORD CARDINAL VS WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wake Forest Demon Deacons -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lawrence Joel Coliseum at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Demon Deacons.</li><li>Not only will Wake Forest pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Stanford Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford improved to 11-5 on the season with a dominant 88-65 win over Virginia on Saturday, January 11th. Playing at home, the Cardinal entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 153, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Stanford led 40-30 at halftime and continued to pull away in the second half, outscoring Virginia 48-35. The Cardinal’s strong performance on both ends of the floor helped them secure the win.</p><p>Stanford put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 50.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They hit 41.7% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 24 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 16 of 17 shots (94.1%).</p> <p>Maxime Raynaud led the way with 24 points and 10 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Isaac McKneely added 22 points, hitting 5 of 11 from deep (45.5%), while Oziyah Sellers contributed 15 points, shooting 50% from both the field and three-point range.</p><p>Stanford's defense gave up 65 points, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field on 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 56% shooting, as the other team made 21 of 37 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stanford's defense saw their opponents hit 10 of 24 attempts, good for 41%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they converted 16 free throws at a 94% rate. Stanford allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Wake Forest Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Wake Forest Demon Deacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wake Forest improved to 12-4 on the season with an 88-78 road win over Miami on Saturday, January 11th. The Demon Deacons entered the game as -4.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game reached 166, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Wake Forest led 39-31 at halftime and scored 49 points in the 2nd half, while Miami put up 47 points after the break.</p><p>Wake Forest put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 54.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 65.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.8% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they made 10 of 12 attempts, good for 83.3%.</p> <p>Cameron Hildreth led the way with 31 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 75.0% from three-point range, hitting 6 of 8 attempts. Matthew Cleveland and Hunter Sallis each added 22 points, with Cleveland shooting 61.5% from the field. Tre'Von Spillers was efficient as well, hitting 72.7% of his shots to finish with 17 points.</p><p>Wake Forest's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 25 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, with 14 made two-point baskets.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 11 of 35 shots, good for 31%. Wake Forest also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 81%. The Demon Deacons allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Bears and Salukis are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Salukis will host the game at Banterra Center in Carbondale, IL. This Missouri Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 135 points, and Southern Illinois is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Missouri State.</p><h3>MISSOURI STATE BEARS VS SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Illinois Salukis -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Banterra Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS SALUKIS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Salukis.</li><li>Not only will Southern Illinois pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Missouri State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Bears fell to 5-9 on the season after an 80-63 home loss to the Flames on Tuesday, January 7th. Missouri State, who entered the game as -2.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 36-27 at halftime, the Bears allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 143, going over the pre-game line of 138.5.</p><p>Missouri State's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.1%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-16 from deep, and hit 50% of their two-point shots, finishing 16-for-32 inside the arc. At the free-throw line, the Bears were efficient, making 13 of 15 attempts for an 86.7% success rate.</p> <p>Filip Skobalj was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots, including 5-for-5 from three-point range, finishing with 17 points. Tyem Freeman and Zaxton King also contributed 17 points, with Freeman adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists. King and Freeman both shot 60% from the field, with Freeman hitting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, while King went 3-for-6 from deep.</p><p>Missouri State's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 16 two-pointers on 32 attempts, a 50% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bears' defense saw the other team hit 6 of 16 threes, good for 37%. Missouri State also sent them to the line 15 times, where they converted 13 free throws, an 86% rate.</p><h3>Will the Salukis Win at Home?</h3><p>Southern Illinois fell to 3-11 on the season after a 90-86 road loss to Belmont on Wednesday. Despite being +9 point underdogs, the Salukis kept it closer than expected. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>After trailing 43-31 at halftime, Southern Illinois put up a strong fight in the 2nd half, scoring 55 points while allowing 47.</p><p>Southern Illinois put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.6%, with 22 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Ali Dibba led the way with 33 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 56.5% overall and 62.5% from three. Jonathan Pierre added 21 points, hitting 75% of his threes, while Brigham Rogers contributed 17 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Southern Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 90 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 62% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>The Salukis also allowed 9 threes on 23 attempts, with the other team shooting 39% from beyond the arc. Additionally, Southern Illinois sent their opponents to the line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws, an 85% clip.</p>

Missouri State Bears vs Southern Illinois Salukis NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Panthers and Bobcats face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bobcats are hosting the game at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center in San Marcos, TX. This Sun Belt conference matchup has an over/under of 146 points, and Texas State is favored to win by -9.5 at home vs. Georgia State.</p><h3>GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS VS TEXAS STATE BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia State Panthers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Strahan Arena at the University Events Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Even though we have Texas State winning straight-up, we like Georgia State at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Panthers Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Georgia State improved to 6-10 this season with a 79-74 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. The Panthers were -3.5 favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 153, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>After trailing 44-31 at halftime, Georgia State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Coastal Carolina 48-30.</p><p>Georgia State put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field. They connected on 46.2% of their threes, going 6-for-13, and hit 88.2% from the free-throw line, making 15 of 17 attempts.</p> <p>Zarique Nutter led the way with 23 points, shooting 8-for-12 from the field. Rasheed Jones added 18 points, hitting 5 of 10 from beyond the arc, while Toneari Lane also made 3 threes, finishing with 19 points.</p><p>Georgia State struggled defensively, giving up 74 points on 48% shooting from the field. Their defense allowed 29 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia State allowed 6 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 46% from three. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 88%.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Texas State as Home Favorites</h3><p>Texas State fell to 7-8 on the season after a 92-88 road loss to Southern Miss on Saturday. The Bobcats, who were favored by 3 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 180, surpassing the over/under line of 144.5.</p> <p>Texas State trailed 45-30 at halftime but made a strong push in the second half, outscoring Southern Miss 46-31. Despite the comeback effort, they couldn’t close the gap entirely.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas State put up 88 points, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.9%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (30/60) and just 21.4% from beyond the arc (3/14). They connected on 73.1% of their free throws, going 19/26 from the line, and grabbed 16 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Mark Drone led the way with 30 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep and shooting 60% overall. Alfred Worrell Jr. added 20 points, also shooting 60% from three (6/10). Denijay Harris contributed 19 points and 16 rebounds, while Kaden Gumbs chipped in 16 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Texas State holding their opponent to 40% shooting, they still gave up 92 points. The Bobcats allowed 32 field goals on 79 attempts, including 10 threes on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 40% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Texas State also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 18 free throws for 78%. The Bobcats struggled on the boards, giving up 21 offensive rebounds.</p>

Georgia State Panthers vs Texas State Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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

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

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

Edmonton Oilers vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Houston Rockets (-121) are favored by 1.5 points on the road against the Denver Nuggets (+100) in a Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 231.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on SCHN. The Rockets (26-12) have won four straight and are 2nd in the Western Conference. The Nuggets (24-15) have also won four straight and are 4th in the West.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 129-115 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 29 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Offense Score Enough in Denver?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 26-12 on the season with a 120-118 win over the Grizzlies on Monday. Houston, playing at home, didn’t cover the spread as -2.5 favorites, winning by just two points. The total score of 238 points went over the pre-game line of 233.5.</p> <p>Houston’s 10-0 run was a key moment in the game, as they turned an 18-14 deficit into a 24-18 lead. After falling behind 92-87 going into the 4th quarter, the Rockets outscored the Grizzlies 33-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Jalen Green's 42-point performance, shooting 72.2% from the field and 83.3% from deep, led the Rockets to a win over the Grizzlies. Green hit 5 threes, scoring 11 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and added 10 points in each of the final two periods.</p> <p>The Rockets connected on 16 threes at a 51.6% clip, finishing with a 50.6% overall shooting percentage. Amen Thompson contributed 12 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Cam Whitmore added 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 118 points, the Rockets' defense tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing just 26 points to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed 30 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters and 32 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 53% from the field.</p> <p>Houston also struggled to defend the three, with Memphis hitting 14 threes at a 43% clip. The Rockets sent the Grizzlies to the line 21 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, the Rockets recorded 13 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will Denver Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Nuggets improved to 24-15 on the season with a 118-99 win over the Mavericks on Tuesday. Denver, favored by 2.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 217, falling short of the 235-point over/under line.</p> <p>Denver set the tone early, jumping out to a 36-21 lead after the 1st quarter and extending it to 71-45 by halftime. A 12-0 run helped the Mavericks close the gap, but the Nuggets’ 91-67 lead heading into the 4th quarter was too much for Dallas to overcome.</p><p>Jamal Murray's 45-point performance, shooting 69.2% from the field and hitting 5 threes at 55.6%, led the Nuggets to a win over the Mavericks. Murray scored 19 points in the 1st quarter and added 13 more in the 2nd.</p> <p>As a team, Denver shot 51.8% from the field and made 13 threes at a 44.8% clip. Michael Porter Jr. contributed 13 points, hitting 3 threes at 75%, while Nikola Jokic added a 10-point, 14-rebound, 10-assist triple-double.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets were solid throughout the game, holding the Mavericks to just 99 points. They gave up 21 points in the 1st quarter, 24 in the 2nd, and 22 in the 3rd, before allowing 32 in the 4th.</p> <p>Denver limited Dallas to 42% shooting, including 28% from three-point range, with the Mavericks making just 9 threes. The Nuggets also sent Dallas to the line 22 times, where they made 14 free throws. Denver finished with 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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

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

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

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

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Panthers versus the Seminoles? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center in Tallahassee, FL. Pittsburgh is favored by -2 in this Atlantic Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150.5 points.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PANTHERS VS FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida State Seminoles +2</p><p>This game will be played at Donald L. Tucker Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Seminoles.</li><li>Not only will Florida State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Pittsburgh Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-4 on the season after an 82-78 loss to Louisville on Saturday, January 11th. The Panthers were -3.5 favorites at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, Pittsburgh scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47, leading to the loss.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. They connected on 47.6% of their threes, hitting 10 of 21 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 20 for 22 (90.9%).</p> <p>Reyne Smith led the way with 25 points, knocking down 7 of 11 threes. Jaland Lowe added 24 points and 6 assists, despite shooting just 33.3% overall and 20% from deep.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, they gave up 82 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. The Panthers held them to 41% shooting on two-pointers, as they went 14/34.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 20 for 90%. Pittsburgh limited them to 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Florida State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida State’s season record fell to 11-5 after a 77-57 road loss to Clemson on Saturday. The Seminoles entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>FSU trailed 36-29 at halftime and struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their recent game, the Seminoles managed just 57 points, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.9%, with a 51.5% success rate on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit only 25%, connecting on 4 of 16 threes.</p> <p>Florida State made 11 of 15 free throws (73.3%) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, finishing with 10 assists. Chase Hunter led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Jaeden Zackery added 15 points, making 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Florida State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 48% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Seminoles gave up 13 threes on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they hit 8 free throws.</p>

Pittsburgh Panthers vs Florida State Seminoles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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

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

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

Duquesne Dukes vs George Washington Revolutionaries NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Gamecocks and Commodores game? Catch the action at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) in Nashville, TN, as the Commodores hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on SECN. This Southeastern conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Vanderbilt is favored to win by -8.5 at home vs. South Carolina.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS VS VANDERBILT COMMODORES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina Gamecocks +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (TN) at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Commodores.</li><li>Even though we have Vanderbilt winning straight-up, we like South Carolina at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Gamecocks Ready for a Win at Nashville?</h3><p>South Carolina fell to 10-6 on the season after a 66-63 home loss to Auburn on Saturday. Despite being +16.5 point underdogs, the Gamecocks kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>South Carolina led 40-34 at halftime but managed only 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32, which proved to be the difference in the game.</p><p>South Carolina's offense struggled in their latest game, putting up just 63 points on 41% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.3%, and they hit only 25% from beyond the arc, connecting on 4 of 16 attempts. At the free-throw line, they made just 9 of 16, shooting 56.2%.</p> <p>Collin Murray-Boyles led the way with 25 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field. Miles Kelly added 14 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range, while Tahaad Pettiford contributed 15 points, knocking down 2 of 5 from deep.</p><p>South Carolina's defense held their opponent to 66 points, with a field goal percentage of 41% on 25 of 61 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 45 shots to fall, a 46% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Gamecocks limited their opponent to 4 of 16 shooting, just 25%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 9, shooting 56%. South Carolina gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Vanderbilt Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Vanderbilt’s season record dropped to 13-3 after a 75-66 road loss to Missouri on Saturday. Entering the game as +5.5 point underdogs, the Commodores failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 141 points fell short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Vanderbilt trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the second half, as both teams scored 34 points after the break.</p><p>Vanderbilt's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, with a strong showing from beyond the arc, hitting 44.4% of their threes (8/18). At the free-throw line, they connected on 80%, making 16 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Commodores struggled, shooting just 38.2% on two-point attempts (13/34). Jason Edwards and Mark Mitchell both contributed 20 points, with Edwards shooting 54.5% overall. Anthony Robinson II was perfect from the field, going 4/4, including 2/2 from three, and added 8 assists.</p><p>Vanderbilt's defense gave up 75 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 49% from the field. They struggled to contain inside scoring, with the other team hitting 56% of their two-point attempts (14/25).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent connected on 41% of their threes, going 10/24. Vanderbilt also sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws (68%). The Commodores allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Boilermakers and Huskies face off at 9:30 ET on BTN. The Huskies are hosting the game at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA. Purdue is favored by -7 in this Big Ten conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE BOILERMAKERS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +7</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Boilermakers Pull Off a Win at Seattle?</h3><p>Purdue improved to 13-4 on the season with a dominant 104-68 win over Nebraska on Sunday. The Boilermakers were -8 favorites going into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 172, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Purdue took control early, leading 45-28 at halftime. They poured in 59 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40, showcasing their offensive firepower and solid defense.</p><p>Purdue's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 63.1%. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 19 threes at a 57.6% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 76.9%.</p> <p>The Boilermakers dished out 32 assists, with Trey Kaufman-Renn leading the way with 7. C.J. Cox was a standout, scoring 23 points in 22 minutes, shooting 81.8% overall and 71.4% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Purdue's defensive struggles, they still managed to hold their opponent to 68 points. However, the Boilermakers allowed a 63% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 41 of 65 shots.</p> <p>Purdue's defense also gave up 19 threes on 33 attempts, a 57% success rate, while sending their opponent to the line just 6 times, where they made 3 free throws.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies fell to 9-7 on the season following a 91-75 loss to Michigan on Sunday. Washington entered the game as +14 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 166, surpassing the O/U line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Washington trailed 48-38 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, where they were outscored 43-37.</p><p>In their latest game, the Huskies put up 75 points, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They connected on 42.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 21 attempts, and went 14 for 18 from the free-throw line, good for 77.8%.</p> <p>Great Osobor led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. Nimari Burnett was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots, including 4 threes, while Vladislav Goldin added 19 points on 6 of 7 shooting.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 91 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 69% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 26 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington's opponents made 11 of 29 three-point attempts, shooting 37%. The Huskies also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 22 free throws.</p>

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

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

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Mastodons and Raiders game? Catch the action at Nutter Center in Dayton, OH, as the Raiders hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Horizon League matchup, Purdue Fort Wayne is favored bt -1 vs. Wright State. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS VS WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wright State Raiders +1</p><p>This game will be played at Nutter Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Wright State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Purdue Fort Wayne Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Purdue Fort Wayne improved to 11-6 on the season with a 90-67 win over Detroit on Saturday. The Mastodons were -19 favorites going into the game and covered the spread in the win.</p> <p>After leading 41-34 at halftime, Purdue Fort Wayne pulled away in the second half, outscoring Detroit 49-33. The total points for the game ended up at 157, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 53.6% and an effective field goal percentage of 66.1%. They hit 46.7% of their threes, connecting on 14 of 30 attempts, and were 80% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 shots.</p> <p>Rasheed Bello led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from deep. Corey Hadnot II added 23 points, shooting 70% overall and 80% from three. TJ Nadeau, Jalen Jackson, Nate Johnson, and Grant Gondrezick II each contributed 19 points, with Johnson going a perfect 3 for 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 53% from the field, including 61% on two-point attempts. They also allowed 14 made threes on 30 attempts, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team went 16/20, hitting 80% of their shots. Purdue Fort Wayne limited them to 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Wright State Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Wright State's season record dropped to 7-9 after a 75-72 road loss to Robert Morris on Sunday. The Raiders entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Wright State was tied 34-34 at halftime but couldn't pull ahead, as they were outscored 41-38 in the second half.</p><p>Wright State put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, with a 46.7% success rate from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 15 threes. They struggled inside, making just 40.4% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Raiders shot 61.9%, connecting on 13 of 21 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Alvaro Folgueiras and Brandon Noel each scored 16 points, with Noel adding 9 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Wright State's defense gave up 75 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 45% from the field. They were effective at limiting three-point damage, holding the other team to 6/19 from beyond the arc, a 31% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Raiders allowed 52% shooting, with their opponent hitting 19 of 36 two-point attempts. Wright State also sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 70% success rate.</p>

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The final invitational for the PGA Tour comes this weekend at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm for the 2018 Quicken Loans National. This is the second straight year for this event at TPC Potomac, but it looks like it will be moving to the Detroit Golf Club next year, which has to be an exciting time for Quicken, which is based in the Motor City. In any event, this is supposed to be more of a select tournament with invitational status, but there are a lot of top players that opt to sit this one out to get ready for The Open Championship at Carnoustie in three weeks.

Only four of the top 30 in the Official World Golf Ranking are on hand. Rickie Fowler, Tiger Woods, and Marc Leishman are the biggest names in a field lacking Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Jason Day, Bubba Watson, Matt Kuchar, Hideki Matsuyama, Patrick Reed, and more. There will always be intrigue when Tiger is on the prowl and Big Cat is the second favorite behind Fowler with the watered-down field.

We don’t really have a whole lot of course form data, as TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, which used to host the Kemper Open, is in use for just the second year. Kyle Stanley won last year at 7-under, which is the second-lowest winning score in this event, which has been held at Congressional seven times, Aronimink twice, and the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club once. It is a par 70 coming in just over 7,100 yards. Only three of the 12 par 4s played to an average below par last season and the par 4 11th actually played to an average score of 4.521, so this will be a real challenge for the players that are taking a stab. Accuracy off of the tee will be a big deal this week with narrow fairways and players will have to be set up for a good second shot into some sharply-graded greens.

This is the lighter part of the schedule, with next week’s Greenbrier Classic and the John Deere Classic the following week, so this will likely be the last tune-up for the players at the top of the odds board for this one before The Open Championship on July 19.

As mentioned above, this week’s favorite at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a> is Rickie Fowler at +660. Fowler tied for third here last year, two shots off the pace that got Kyle Stanley and Charles Howell III into a playoff. Fowler opened 70-72, but with the tough scoring conditions, he made the cut comfortably. A 68-65 weekend was a strong finish, but the players were scoring really well by Sunday, so he couldn’t make up much ground on the leaders. Fowler skipped last week’s Travelers Championship after finishing 20th at the US Open. Fowler’s third-round 84 really stood out, as he shot 73-69 to open and 65 on Sunday. Fowler had to scramble a lot last year, as he only hit the fairway 53.6 percent of the time, but had one of his best events with the putter. There isn’t a ton of value on his outright price, but he could have some value in matchups.

Tiger Woods, who won this event in 2009 and 2012 at Congressional, is +1300 to erase the bad memory of Shinnecock Hills. Tiger’s return was celebrated in golf circles and he gave everybody a thrill finishing second at the Valspar and fifth at the Arnold Palmer, but he hasn’t cracked the top-10 in his last five events. He’s made four cuts, but hasn’t really threatened the leaders. Tiger is fifth in strokes gained tee to green even though he is 184th in driving accuracy, so he has made the most of his scrambling ability. He may have to rely on that a lot this week. It’s hard to take him at this price, even though this field is easier than most of the other ones he has played.

Marc Leishman is +1800 this week. Leishman tied for fifth last year with several other players at 4-under. He had a palindromic weekend, with a 66-72-72-66 across his 72 holes. Leishman missed the cut last week at the Travelers and has had some ugly finishes of late. He was second at the AT&amp;T Byron Nelson, but 45th at Shinnecock, 62nd at Muirfield Village, and 63rd at THE PLAYERS. It feels like a while ago that Leishman bagged back-to-back top-10s at the Masters and the Arnold Palmer. Leishman’s profile doesn’t really stand out in any way, so taking him at this lower price point seems unnecessary.

Kyle Stanley fits this course well because he hits a lot of fairways, which is what helped him to the win last year. Stanley only had seven bogies and hit over 70 percent of fairways. On a course where 7-under can win, par golf is mostly winning golf and that was the recipe for Stanley. He’s third in driving accuracy this season and it feels like we’re seeing more repeat winners at courses and events this year. He was 15th last week at the Travelers with four rounds under 60 and lost in the playoff at the Memorial. He’s a solid bet at +2200, even with the depressed value because of last year’s win.

Francesco Molinari is also +2200. He sat this event out last year. Runner-up Charles Howell III is +2800, along with JB Holmes. Jimmy Walker and Beau Hossler are both +3000.

For this week’s event, we’ll focus on players that are playing their second shots from the short grass and those that are playing well on par 4s. Unfortunately one of the best at both, Chez Reavie, isn’t in the field this week. One guy that is in the field Kevin Streelman at +4500. Streelman was 17th last year at 2-under. Streelman is tied for ninth in par 4 scoring and top 25 in driving accuracy. Streelman hasn’t played overly well of late with no top-30 finishes and two missed cuts, but this looks like a strong course for him.

Chesson Hadley didn’t work out for us last week in our DFS piece, but the 30-year-old also rates very well in scoring on par 4s and in accuracy off the tee. He was 11th at THE PLAYERS and 20th the following week in another Invitational at Fort Worth, but he’s missed his last two cuts. Hadley is T-23rd in par 4 scoring and 30th in driving accuracy, so he’s a solid look at +5000.

Johnson Wagner at +11000 could give you a lot of mileage this week for a small investment. Wagner is T-50th in par 4 scoring because he’s been such an exceptional putter this season. Wagner is fifth in strokes gained putting. The problem for him is that he hasn’t kept it in the fairway off the tee, but it really isn’t a big surprise that he finished fifth here last year. At this price point, he’s easily worth a Beer Money During Happy Hour investment.

Coverage of the 2018 Quicken Loans National will be on Golf Channel and CBS throughout the week.

Odds as of June 25, 2 p.m. ET:

Rickie Fowler +660

Tiger Woods +1300

Marc Leishman +1800

Kyle Stanley +2200

Francesco Molinari +2200

Charles Howell III +2800

J.B. Holmes +2800

Jimmy Walker +3000

Beau Hossler +3000

Kiradech Aphibarnrat +3500

Kevin Na +3500

Joaquin Niemann +4000

Patrick Rodgers +4000

Byeong Hun An +4000

Billy Horschel +4500

Stewart Cink +4500

Jamie Lovemark +4500

Kevin Streelman +4500

Si Woo Kim +5000

Chesson Hadley +5000

Gary Woodland +5000

Danny Lee +5000

David Lingmerth +5000

Andrew Putnam +5500

Kevin Tway +6000

Brian Gay +6600

Bill Haas +7000

Anirban Lahiri +7000

Adam Hadwin +7000

C.T. Pan +7500

Martin Laird +7500

Nick Watney +8000

Keith Mitchell +9000

Matt Jones +10000

J.T. Poston +10000

James Hahn +10000

Rory Sabbatini +10000

Ryan Blaum +10000

Ollie Schniederjans +11000

Richy Werenski +11000

Trey Mullinax +11000

Harris English +11000

Johnson Wagner +11000

Jason Kokrak +12500

Troy Merritt +12500

Tyler Duncan +12500

Seamus Power +12500

Ryan Palmer +12500

Ryan Armour +12500

Andrew Landry +12500

Ben Crane +12500

Ben Martin +12500

Denny McCarthy +12500

Peter Malnati +14000

Scott Stallings +14000

Tom Hoge +14000

J.J. Spaun +14000

Joel Dahmen +15000

John Huh +15000

Vaughn Taylor +15000

Sung Kang +15000

Sam Ryder +15000

Sam Saunders +15000

Zac Blair +15000

Cody Gribble +15000

Corey Conners +15000

Fabian Gomez +15000

Aaron Baddeley +15000

Alex Cejka +16000

Michael Kim +16000

Nate Lashley +16000

Nicholas Lindheim +17500

Ted Potter, Jr. +17500

Whee Kim +17500

Abraham Ancer +17500

Chad Campbell +17500

Brandon Harkins +17500

Blayne Barber +20000

Ben Silverman +20000

Harold Varner III +20000

Doug Ghim +20000

Tom Lovelady +20000

Stephan Jaeger +20000

Scott Brown +20000

Robert Garrigus +20000

Nick Taylor +20000

Michael Thompson +20000

Kelly Kraft +20000

Mackenzie Hughes +20000

Hunter Mahan +20000

Jonas Blixt +22500

Shawn Stefani +22500

Tyrone Van Aswegen +22500

Bronson Burgoon +22500

Chris Stroud +22500

Dylan Meyer +25000

David Hearn +25000

Derek Fathauer +25000

Talor Gooch +25000

Robert Streb +25000

Matt Every +25000

Ethan Tracy +27500

Dominic Bozzelli +27500

Geoff Ogilvy +27500

Doc Redman +30000

Brian Stuard +30000

Billy Hurley III +30000

Rob Oppenheim +30000

Jason Gore +30000

Martin Piller +30000

Martin Flores +30000

Jonathan Randolph +32500

J.J. Henry +40000

Kristoffer Ventura +40000

Adam Schenk +40000

D.A. Points +50000

Rod Pampling +50000

Xinjun Zhang +50000

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With just a couple of weeks left until The Open Championship, some of golf’s best will be on hand at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm for the 2017 Quicken Loans National. This will be the first time since 2006 that a PGA Tour event returns to this course. More recent versions of the Quicken Loans National have been played at Aronimink Golf Club in Pennsylvania, Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland, and at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, Virginia.

That means that this will be a challenging handicap because we don’t have very much course data to go on for the present-day players. This is a premier event due to its invitational nature. It is one of five tournaments given invitational status, with the others being the Arnold Palmer Invitational, the RBC Heritage, the Dean &amp; DeLuca Invitational, and the Memorial Tournament. That means a smaller field, as only recent champions, champions of other big events, and the top players in the FedEx Cup points list and the Official World Golf Ranking are able to qualify.

This particular event started back in 2007. In 2006, the Kemper Open/Booz Allen Classic was played for the final time at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm and that’s the last time that this course has been used. As far as active players go, Sergio Garcia, Adam Scott, and Rory Sabbatini are the only winners to tee it up here in the past. None of those three will be in the field this week and this event has also lost some of its luster by going up against the Open de France on the European Tour, where Jon Rahm, Francesco Molinari, Thomas Pieters, and some other big names will be playing instead.

Overall, this is a pretty weak field for an invitational event. Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Jason Day, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson, Justin Rose, Henrik Stenson, and Rahm are just some of the players that will not be on hand. This course was dropped from the tour calendar after players voiced their concerns about the poor state of the course and its bad drainage. TPC Potomac hosted the 2010 Senior PLAYERS Championship, but hasn’t held a big event since. We’ll have to see how players take to this par 70 that measures over 7,100 yards. Massive re-designs have combined holes and created new ones, so a lot of money has been spent at this course.

We’ll be flying blind into this tournament without much in the form of course data and past results from the Quicken Loans National won’t do us a whole lot of good. Hopefully we’ll get a competitive event. The last two years, the event has been won by three strokes. Only once has this tournament required more than 72 holes and only two other times has it been decided by just one stroke.

This week’s favorite at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a> is Rickie Fowler at +750. You can tell the strength of this field by the fact that Fowler has such a small price. That’s not a knock on him, but Fowler is generally in the 20/1 range in a full-strength field, but stands as a clear favorite here. Fowler did not play last week’s Travelers Championship, so his most recent finish was fifth at the US Open. He missed the cut at the St. Jude, but finished second at the Memorial. Fowler has six top-10 finishes out of his 10 made cuts this season. Fowler certainly stands out as the biggest name this week and he’s priced like it.

Justin Thomas is listed at +1200 this week. Thomas did not play well last week at the Travelers and cited some fatigue as the problem. When <strong><a href="https://twitter.com/JustinThomas34/status/878694906356801536">called out by some anonymous loser</a></strong> on Twitter, JT won the weekend anyway. Thomas shot 73-72 last week and was excited about the prospect of getting some rest prior to the Quicken Loans National. He was ninth at the US Open and fourth at the Memorial, so he has had some strong rounds of late. Thomas has seven top-10 finishes and three wins this season across his 12 made cuts. With a course that has a couple of long par 5s and some par 4s that require distance off the tee, his skill set should play well here. If Thomas can finish first or second, he would become the new FedEx Cup points list leader.

Patrick Reed is next in line at +1400 this week. Reed hasn’t been able to springboard from his Ryder Cup success, as he looks for his first win of 2017. Reed may be rounding into form a bit. He picked up his second top-10 of the season last week at TPC River Highlands by finishing fifth. He was 13th at the US Open. His stock does seem to be rising, especially with a weaker field like this one.

Kevin Chappell, Marc Leishman, Tony Finau, and Brendan Steele are between +2200 and +3000. There are a few guys to look at in the next group of prices. David Lingmerth is the only player in this field with a win at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm. Lingmerth won the 2013 Mid-Atlantic Championship on the Web.com Tour at this course. That is definitely driving his +3000 price tag this week, especially since the Swede doesn’t have a top-10 finish this season. He has finished in the top 26 in each of his last four events, though. We’ll have to see how players perform in their practice rounds this week, but, for now, Lingmerth should have an edge over the field.

Sixteen different event winners are on hand, so even though the biggest names in golf won’t be playing, some 2016-17 champs will be here. Si Woo Kim is +4500 after his win at the PLAYERS Championship. Billy Horschel is +5000 with a win at the AT&amp;T Byron Nelson. Chappell is +2200 with a win at the Valero Texas Open. Steele is +2500 with a win way back in the Safeway Open, the first event of the year. Mackenzie Hughes is +14000 with his win at the RSM Classic.

Jimmy Walker was 18th at the Masters and 13th at the Valero Texas Open before finishing 56th at the PLAYERS. He missed the cut at the US Open. He’s on hand and is priced at +6000, so maybe he can find his past form and make his way up the leaderboard.

With a new course and a watered-down field, just look to throw some scratch on some longer shots and maybe a favorite and see what happens. Coverage of the Quicken Loans National will be on Golf Channel and CBS.

Odds as of June 26:

Rickie Fowler +750

Justin Thomas +1200

Patrick Reed +1400

Kevin Chappell +2200

Marc Leishman +2200

Tony Finau +2500

Brendan Steele +2500

Bill Haas +3000

David Lingmerth +3000

Russell Henley +3300

J.B. Holmes     +3500

Danny Lee      +4000

Bud Cauley +4000

Graham DeLaet +4500

Kyle Stanley +4500

Si Woo Kim +4500

Xander Schauffele +5000

Kevin Streelman +5000

Billy Horschel +5000

Gary Woodland +5500

Byeong Hun An +6000

Ollie Schniederjans +6000

James Hahn +6000

Jimmy Walker +6000

Keegan Bradley +6000

Kevin Tway +7000

Charles Howell III +7000

Adam Hadwin +7000

Harris English +8000

Kevin Na +8000

Morgan Hoffmann +9000

Sung Kang +9000

Smylie Kaufman +9000

Daniel Summerhays +9000

Jason Kokrak +9000

Matt Jones +10000

Chris Kirk +10000

David Hearn +10000

Grayson Murray +10000

Seung-Yul Noh +10000

Wesley Bryan +10000

Luke List +10000

Cameron Tringale +11000

Martin Laird +11000

Lucas Glover +11000

Nick Watney +12500

Patrick Rodgers +12500

Trey Mullinax +12500

Harold Varner III +12500

Hudson Swafford +12500

Billy Hurley III +12500

C.T. Pan +12500

Boo Weekley +12500

Aaron Baddeley +12500

Ben Martin +14000

Whee Kim +14000

Nick Taylor +14000

Mackenzie Hughes +14000

Jonas Blixt +15000

Brandon Hagy +15000

Bryson DeChambeau +15000

Camilo Villegas +16000

Dominic Bozzelli +16000

Jhonattan Vegas +16000

Jim Herman +16000

Jason Gore +16000

Vaughn Taylor +16000

Gavin Kyle Green +17500

Seamus Power +17500

Robert Streb +17500

Kyle Reifers +17500

Kelly Kraft +17500

John Huh +17500

J.J. Spaun +17500

Brian Gay +17500

Ben Crane +17500

Ryan Ruffels +20000

Shawn Stefani +20000

J.T. Poston +20000

Jonathan Randolph +20000

Fabian Gomez +20000

Curtis Luck +20000

Michael Kim +20000

Ryan Brehm +20000

Ricky Barnes +20000

Patton Kizzire +20000

Spencer Levin +20000

Troy Merritt +20000

Tyrone Van Aswegen +20000

Scott Stallings +22500

Bryce Molder +22500

Sam Saunders +22500

Roberto Castro +22500

Geoff Ogilvy +22500

Julian Etulain +22500

J.J. Henry +22500

Cameron Percy +22500

Greg Owen +25000

Blayne Barber +25000

K.J. Choi +25000

Derek Fathauer +25000

D.A. Points +25000

Michael Thompson +25000

Matt Every +25000

Zac Blair +25000

Alex Cejka +27500

Rod Pampling +27500

Robert Garrigus +27500

Ryan Blaum +30000

Sam Horsfield +30000

Cody Gribble +30000

Johnson Wagner +30000

Brett Stegmaier +30000

Greg Chalmers +40000

Peter Malnati +40000

Wyndham Clark +50000

Andrew Loupe +50000

Martin Flores +60000

Arjun Atwal +75000

Jason Bohn +75000

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<p>The Heat (20-18) are 7th in the East and 2nd in the Southeast Division. The Lakers (20-17) are 7th in the West and 2nd in the Pacific Division. The over/under line for this game is 217.5 points. SN-LA will televise the game.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-111 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Miami Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Miami dropped to 20-18 on the season following a 109-98 road loss to the Clippers on Monday. The Heat, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, losing by 11 points. The game’s total of 207 points fell short of the 216.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Miami started strong, leading 35-28 after the 1st quarter, but managed just 13 points in the 2nd. The Clippers went on an 11-0 run, turning a 59-54 lead into 65-59, and outscored the Heat 36-20 in the 3rd quarter. Miami couldn’t close the gap in the 4th, as both teams scored 30 points in the final period.</p><p>In Monday's loss to the Clippers, the Heat managed just 98 points, shooting 38.8% from the field. Their three-point shooting was below average at 32.7%, but they hit 17 threes overall.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists, scoring 12 points in the 1st quarter and 9 more in the 4th. Kel'el Ware added 19 points and 13 rebounds, with 13 of his points coming in the final period.</p><p>The Heat put together a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, holding the Clippers to just 15 points, but they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 36 points. Overall, Miami gave up 109 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat allowed 13 made threes on 36% shooting. They sent the Clippers to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6. Miami finished with 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 7 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.</p><h3>Will the Lakers Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Lakers fell to 20-17 on the season after a 126-102 home loss to the Spurs on Monday. Los Angeles, favored by 4 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 228 went over the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>After leading 62-53 at halftime, the Lakers allowed the Spurs to go on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 84-76 to 94-76. Los Angeles managed only 13 points in the 4th quarter while San Antonio scored 37.</p><p>In their 126-102 loss to the Spurs, the Lakers shot 44.8% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range, hitting 14 threes overall. Anthony Davis led the way with 30 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field and making 2 threes at 40%.</p> <p>LeBron James added 18 points, 8 assists, and 5 rebounds, hitting 66.7% of his threes, while Austin Reaves contributed 12 points and 8 assists despite shooting just 30.8% from the field and 28.6% from deep.</p><p>The Lakers' defense struggled in the 3rd and 4th quarters, giving up 36 and 37 points, respectively, in a 126-102 loss to the Spurs. Overall, they allowed San Antonio to shoot 53% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Spurs hit 13 threes at a 37% clip. The Lakers sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 17 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (15-23) will host the Knicks (26-15) in a divisional matchup. New York is currently favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 219.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and can be seen on ESPN. The Knicks (-226) are 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division, while the 76ers (+188) are 11th in the East and 3rd in the Atlantic. Philadelphia has lost three straight games.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-128 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can New York Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 26-15 on the season after a 124-119 home loss to the Pistons on Monday. New York, favored by 8 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 243 points exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 18.5 points.</p> <p>After a rough start, trailing 37-26 after the 1st quarter, the Knicks bounced back with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring Detroit 37-22. However, a 10-0 run by the Pistons in the 3rd quarter put New York in a hole, and despite a 29-29 4th quarter, the Knicks couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 31-point, 11-assist performance wasn't enough for the Knicks in their 124-119 loss to the Pistons. Brunson shot 50% from the field and added 12 points in the 4th quarter. Mikal Bridges hit 6 threes at a 75% clip, finishing with 27 points, 11 of which came in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 26 points and 12 rebounds, connecting on 4 threes. The Knicks made 15 threes as a team, shooting 40.5% from deep and 50% overall from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Knicks had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Pistons to 22 points, but they struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 37 and 36 points, respectively, in a 124-119 loss. Overall, New York allowed Detroit to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>The Knicks also gave up 15 threes, with the Pistons hitting 44% from deep. Detroit went to the line 18 times, making 17 free throws. New York finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 11 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Are Philadelphia Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 15-23 on the season after a 118-102 home loss to the Thunder on Tuesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +16 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The over/under line was set at 214, and the teams combined for 220 points.</p> <p>Oklahoma City went on an early 11-0 run, extending the score from 12-9 to 20-12. Philadelphia responded by winning the 2nd quarter 22-21 and the 3rd quarter 38-29, closing the gap to 87-81. However, the Thunder took control again in the 4th, outscoring the 76ers 31-21 to seal the win.</p><p>In their 118-102 loss to the Thunder, the 76ers struggled offensively, shooting 44% from the field and just 29.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes. Justin Edwards led the way with 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, connecting on 4 threes at a 44.4% rate.</p> <p>Jeff Dowtin contributed 18 points, with 10 coming in the 3rd quarter, while Guerschon Yabusele added 17 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor and hitting 3 threes at 60%. Ricky Council also chipped in 7 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 37 points, but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 21. However, they couldn't maintain that momentum, allowing 29 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th, resulting in a 118-102 loss to the Thunder.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 55% from the field, though they limited the Thunder to 12 made threes on 33% shooting. The 76ers sent the Thunder to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Philadelphia also gave up 10 offensive rebounds while recording 10 steals and 1 block.</p>

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Catamounts? Tip off is at at 3:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, NC. Mercer is favored by -5.5 in this Southern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 151.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WESTERN CAROLINA CATAMOUNTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Carolina Catamounts +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ramsey Center at 3:30 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN CAROLINA CATAMOUNTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Catamounts.</li><li>Not only will Western Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mercer Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-8 on the season after a 70-68 home loss to East Tennessee State on Wednesday. Mercer, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Mercer trailed 40-32 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 36 of their own. Despite the improved effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 57.7% of their attempts, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, dishing out 13 assists as a team.</p> <p>Quimari Peterson led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, shooting 56.2% overall and 42.9% from deep. Jaden Seymour and Alex Holt both shot 60.0% from the field, with Seymour hitting 3 of 5 threes and Holt contributing 9 rebounds. Ahmad Robinson added 7 assists, despite shooting just 20.0% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they gave up 70 points on 43% shooting from the field. The opposing team hit 16 of their 35 two-point attempts, shooting 45% inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercer allowed 7 threes on 18 attempts, with the other team shooting 38%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 57%. Mercer gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Catamounts Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Western Carolina dropped to 1-11 on the season after a 77-69 road loss to Wofford on Wednesday. The Catamounts were +12.5 point underdogs going into the game, so while the loss was another setback, they did manage to cover the spread.</p> <p>Western Carolina trailed 48-37 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 29 points while scoring 32. The total points for the game ended at 146, just over the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Western Carolina struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.9% overall and 25.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, but they were solid at the free-throw line, making 13 of 15 attempts for 86.7%.</p> <p>Bernard Pelote led the way with 27 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.4% from the field. Kyler Filewich contributed 16 points and 18 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall. Justin Bailey hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 14 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Western Carolina's defense gave up 77 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, with the other team hitting 18 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Carolina's opponents made 10 of 26 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 61%.</p>

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<p>At 1:15 PM ET, the Mets and Cardinals will square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Busch Stadium in St. Louis and features a Cardinals club that is 15-21 vs. a Mets team that is 18-18. Jose Quintana will go for the Mets, while Sonny Gray is on the bump for the Cardinals.</p>

<p>Looking at the odds, the over/under line is at 7.5 runs, and the Cardinals are the favorite at -167. If you're looking to catch this one on TV, it is being carried by SNY.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Cardinals Moneyline -167</p><p>This game will be played at Busch Stadium at 1:15 ET on Wednesday, May 8th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cardinals winning by a score of 5 to 4</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 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York picked up a 7-5 road win over the Cardinals in the most recent game of this series. The Mets offense got off to a fast start, scoring six of their seven runs in the first five innings. As for the Cardinals, they scored three runs in the 1st inning but could only muster two more runs the rest of the way.</p>

<p>Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo each homered for the Mets, while Alec Burleson went deep for the Cardinals. Alonso, Nimmo, Jeff McNeil, J.D. Martinez, Francisco Lindor, and Starling Marte each had two hits for New York's offense.</p>

<p>José Buttó got the win for the Mets out of the bullpen, while Adam Ottavino got the save. Miles Mikolas had a rough outing for the Cardinals, taking the loss.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are 18-18 overall this season, and they are 2-1 against other teams in the NL East. Currently, they trail the Phillies by 7.5 games for the lead in the division. New York has won two straight games, and they took the first two games of this series vs. the Cardinals.</p>

<p>At home, the Mets are 9-10 this year, and they are one game above .500 at 9-8 on the road. So far, they have been the favorite in 19 games, going 10-9 in those matchups. As for their record as the underdog, the Mets are 8-9 this year. New York's overall series record is 5-5-1, and they are 5-5 in their last ten games overall.</p><p>When the Mets are on the road, they have been a good bet to cover the run line, going 11-6. They have covered the run line in three straight games and are 3-0 as the underdog against the run line in that span. Their average run differential on the road is +0.4 runs per game, and their average run differential in games they win is +3.2 runs per game.</p><p>The Mets have played 36 games this season, and their over/under record is 18-18. Their games have averaged 8.8 runs per contest, and the over/under line for today's game against the Cardinals is set at 7.5 runs. The Mets have played nine games this season with an over/under line of 7.5 runs, and the over/under record in those games is 4-5.</p><p>New York is sending left-hander Jose Quintana to the mound today vs. the Cardinals. He has made seven starts this year and has a record of 1-3 with a 5.20 ERA. Quintana's WHIP for the season is currently 1.54. In his last outing, he took the loss, going just 2 2/3 innings and giving up eight earned runs, 10 hits, and one homer. Opponents are batting .272 off Quintana this year. Per nine innings, he has 6.19 strikeouts and 3.96 walks. Quintana has a 10.66 ERA on the road compared to 2.26 at home.</p><p>Brandon Nimmo has been on a tear of late, going 10/32 in his last nine games with three homers and eight RBIs. This has helped him move into the team lead in RBIs while batting just .229 for the season. Pete Alonso has nine homers for the Mets, which is 3rd in the league, but he is batting just .212. Shortstop Francisco Lindor has also struggled at the plate, hitting just .211.</p>

<p>Overall, the Mets are averaging 4.5 runs per game and have been a better offensive team on the road this season. As a team, they are 8th in home runs and are one of the league's best teams at avoiding strikeouts. New York comes into the game with the 12th best on-base percentage in the league.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>St. Louis is looking to avoid losing their fifth straight game today, as they have dropped the first two games of their series vs. the Mets. Currently, they are 5th in the NL Central, 6.5 games behind the Brewers for the division lead. So far, they have yet to win a game vs. another NL Central team (0-3).</p>

<p>At home, the Cardinals are just 6-11 this year compared to 9-10 on the road. St. Louis has struggled in day games this year, going 5-15. As the favorite, the Cardinals are 8-11 this year and 7-10 as the underdog. So far, they are 5-9 as the home favorite.</p><p>When the Cardinals are the underdog, they've been a good bet to cover the run line, going 11-6. They've been a bad bet as the favorite, going just 7-12. The average run margin in their losses is -3.4, compared to +2.5 in their wins.</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals games have gone over the total in 13 of 22 games this season. The average over/under line in their games is 8 runs, and their games have averaged 8.0 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 7.5 runs, the over has gone 1-9 in those games. In total, 25 of their 36 games have had over/under lines set at more than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Sonny Gray has gotten off to a great start to the season, picking up wins in each of his first two starts. He went 6 innings in his first start against the Mets, giving up 4 runs. However, he bounced back with a strong outing vs. the White Sox, where he went 7 innings and struck out 6.</p><p>St. Louis comes into today's game with the league's 29th ranked scoring offense, averaging just 3.5 runs per game. They have been slightly better at home, averaging 3.4 runs per game, but that is still only good for 27th in the league. As a team, the Cardinals are batting just .218, which is 22nd in the league.</p>

<p>Over the team's last seven games, Nolan Arenado has gone 8/26, and Brendan Donovan has two homers in this stretch, but is batting just .233. Donovan is also on a four-game hitting streak. Willson Contreras has also gone deep twice in the team's last seven games, while going 7/23.</p>

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