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<p>Looking to win big? The Cavaliers and Volunteers face off at 9:30 ET on CBSS. The Volunteers are hosting the game at Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 125.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -12.5 vs. Virginia.</p><h3>VIRGINIA CAVALIERS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Cavaliers +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Baha Mar Convention Center at 9:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Not only will Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 125.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Virginia Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Virginia Cavaliers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Cavaliers picked up a 70-60 win over Villanova on Friday, November 15th. Virginia was a +4 underdog heading into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Virginia led 31-26 at halftime and outscored Villanova 39-34 in the second half. The total points for the game ended at 130, just over the O/U line of 128.5.</p><p>Virginia's offense shined in their last game, putting up 70 points with a field goal percentage of 51% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.3%. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 25 threes for a 56% shooting rate.</p> <p>Isaac McKneely was perfect from three, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 23 points on 8 of 9 shooting overall. Eric Dixon added 20 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Even though Virginia gave up 60 points, their defense allowed the opposing team to shoot 51% from the field. The Cavaliers held them to 45% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 11 of 24 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Virginia's defense struggled, as the other team hit 14 of 25 three-pointers, shooting 56%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 66%. Virginia limited the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Tennessee Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Tennessee Volunteers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tennessee cruised to a 103-68 win over Austin Peay on Sunday, November 17th, in a home game. The Volunteers entered the game as heavy favorites, with a -28.5 point spread, and they covered it comfortably. The total points for the game reached 171, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>Tennessee dominated early, taking a 52-29 lead into halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while allowing 39 from Austin Peay.</p><p>Tennessee's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 103 points while shooting 63.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69%, thanks in large part to their 72.7% shooting on two-point attempts. The Volunteers also connected on 24 of 33 free throws, matching their two-point shooting percentage at the line.</p> <p>Igor Miličić Jr. led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 11 of 14 shots from the field. Isaac Haney added 22 points, knocking down 5 threes on 11 attempts. Zakai Zeigler was nearly perfect, shooting 87.5% overall and 75% from beyond the arc, finishing with 19 points and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Tennessee's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 68 points. However, they allowed a high shooting percentage, with the other team hitting 63% of their shots, including 72% from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Tennessee's defense gave up 5 threes on 14 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 24 shots, and Tennessee allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bulls and Pilots face off at 2:30 ET on ESPN2. The Pilots are hosting the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. South Florida is favored by -9.5 in this non-conference contest against Portland. The game's over/under currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS PORTLAND PILOTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 2:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Even though we have South Florida winning straight-up, we like Portland at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Florida Have A Chance at The HTC Center?</h3><p>South Florida moved to 2-0 on the season with a 74-55 win over West Georgia on Friday. The Bulls, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>USF led 37-24 at halftime and scored 37 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Florida put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field. They were especially strong inside, hitting 67.6% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making just 5 of 21 threes for a 23.8% rate.</p> <p>Shelton Williams-Dryden led the way with 20 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Jimmie Williams added 14 points in 19 minutes, and Kolten Griffin contributed 13 points and 9 boards, despite shooting just 30.8% overall.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 55 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 28 of their 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they were particularly effective, converting 67% of their two-point shots with a 23/34 performance.</p> <p>From three-point range, South Florida held their opponent to 5/21 shooting, or 23%. The other team also went 13/18 from the free-throw line, making 72% of their attempts. South Florida allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Pilots Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Portland picked up a 63-61 road win over Long Beach State on Saturday, November 16th. The Pilots, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game came in at 124, falling short of the O/U line of 141.</p> <p>Portland led 35-30 at halftime and managed to hold on for the win despite being outscored 31-28 in the 2nd half.</p><p>In their latest game, the Portland Pilots managed 63 points, shooting 42.3% from the field and hitting 8 of 20 from three-point range for a 40% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they connected on 64.7% of their free throws, going 11 for 17 from the line.</p> <p>Austin Rapp led the way with 18 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes at a 62.5% clip. Cam Denson added 15 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pilots recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Portland's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They limited two-point shooting to 42% (12/28).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 33% (9/27). Portland also sent them to the line 19 times, where they made 10 free throws (52%).</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Portland Pilots NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>At 8:05 PM from Globe Life Field in Arlington, we have an American League matchup between the Guardians and Rangers. Cleveland comes into the game with a record of 25-16, while the Rangers are currently 22-20. Michael Lorenzen is starting for the Rangers, and he is facing off against Tanner Bibee for the Guardians.</p>

<p>Currently, the over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the Guardians are the slight favorite on the money line at -102. Looking at the Rangers, they have a money line payout of -118. You can catch this one on TV on BSSW.</p><h3>TEXAS RANGERS VS CLEVELAND GUARDIANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Rangers Moneyline -118</p><p>This game will be played at Globe Life Field at 8:05 ET on Monday, May 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GUARDIANS VS RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rangers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Rangers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>The Guardians's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the White Sox, closing out their series with a 7-0 win. After going just 1/2 with a run scored in the top of the first, Cleveland really broke things open with a three-run 3rd inning. The Guardians added another three runs in the 4th to put things out of reach. Cleveland was the -174 favorite on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>Logan Allen put together a good start for the Guardians, going six innings and not giving up a run. He also issued just one walk and struck out three White Sox batters. David Frye was hot at the plate, going 1/2 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Cleveland is 25-16 overall and leads the AL Central by a half-game over the White Sox. The Guardians will take on the Rangers on the road today, and they are 7-5 against other teams in the AL Central. This year, they have been really good in day games, going 12-3.</p>

<p>So far, Cleveland has been good both at home (12-6) and on the road (13-10). As the favorite, the Guardians are 16-9 this year and 9-7 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, they are 9-4 this year.</p><p>When the Cleveland Guardians are the underdog, they are a solid bet to cover the run line, going 12-4 on the season. Their overall run line record is 24-17, and they have a run line record of 14-9 on the road. Their average run differential in wins is +3.6, while their average run differential in losses is -3.1.</p><p>When the Cleveland Guardians are involved in games with an over/under line set at 8.5 runs, the under has hit in 8 of 13 contests. The Guardians' over/under record for the season is 21-18, and their games have averaged 8.5 runs per game. Over their last 10 games, the under has hit in 6 of them. In their last game, the under hit in a 4-0 loss to the White Sox.</p><p>Cleveland is sending right-hander Tanner Bibee to the mound today vs. the Rangers. He has made eight starts this year and has a record of 2-1 with an ERA of 4.91. Bibee's WHIP for the season is 1.36, and he has allowed a total of six home runs. In his most recent outing, Bibee finished with a no-decision, giving up four earned runs in four innings of work vs. the Tigers. Before that, he had turned in a quality start vs. the Braves, going seven innings and not giving up a run. So far, he has just one quality start this year.</p><p>For the season, the Guardians are averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. They are also among the league leaders in home runs and have the 8th best isolated power figure in the league. As a team, they are batting just .236, which is 14th in the league, and have a collective on-base percentage of .306.</p>

<p>Josh Naylor has been one of the league's top power hitters so far, as his 11 homers are the 3rd most in the league. He is also 2nd on the team with 30 RBIs and is batting .275. Naylor is also on a four-game hitting streak. Jose Ramirez is also near the top of the league in homers, as his nine long balls are the 5th most in the league.</p><h3>Rangers Records & Stats</h3><p>The Rangers will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Rockies with a 3-1 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 7th inning before the Rockies scored three runs in the bottom of the 7th. Texas was the -148 favorite on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Rangers only had one fewer hit than the Rockies but scored just one run. Their lone run came in the 1st inning. Marcus Semien and Ezequiel Duran each had two hits. Starter José Ureña took the loss, going 6 2/3 innings and giving up two earned runs.</p><p>Texas will host the Guardians today with an overall record of 22-20, and they are 2nd in the AL West, a half-game behind the Mariners. The Rangers head into today's game having dropped three straight, losing the final three games of their series vs. the Rockies.</p>

<p>So far, the Rangers have gone just 8-9 in AL West games. At home, they are 10-9 this year compared to 12-11 on the road. As the favorite, the Rangers have gone 13-12 this year and 9-8 as the underdog. Texas' overall series record is 7-5-1 this year, and they have an even 5-5 record over their last 10 games.</p><p>The Rangers have a run line record of 18-24 this season, including an 8-11 mark at home. Their average run margin for the season is +0.5, with a +1.2 margin in home games and a -0.1 margin on the road. As the favorite, they are just 8-17 vs. the run line, but as the underdog, they are 10-7.</p><p>When the Texas Rangers are involved in games with over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, the over has hit in five of their 12 games. The Rangers' games have averaged 9.3 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 18-23 overall. The average over/under line in their games is set at 9 runs, and 52.4% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs.</p><p>Michael Lorenzen and the Rangers will be hosting the Cleveland Guardians. Lorenzen has started 3 games this season and has a 1-2 record. He picked up a win in his first start of the season, but has taken losses in each of his last 2 outings. In his last start, he gave up 6 runs on 9 hits in a loss to the Athletics.</p><p>Over the past six games, Marcus Semien has been on fire for the Rangers, going 13/26 with two homers and seven RBIs. This has pushed his season average to .285, and he is 2nd on the team with seven homers. Adolis Garcia has one more homer than Semien, but he is batting just .253 for the season. However, Garcia's 31 RBIs are 5th best in the league.</p>

<p>As a team, the Rangers are 7th in scoring at 4.9 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.3 runs per contest. Overall, the Rangers are 4th in batting average and have the 4th best on-base percentage in the league.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Explorers and Tritons. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on Ball, and it's hosted by the Tritons at Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL. Get ready to place your bets! La Salle is the -2 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California-San Diego. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>LA SALLE EXPLORERS VS CALIFORNIA-SAN DIEGO TRITONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: La Salle Explorers -2</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Center at 1:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LA SALLE EXPLORERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-65 in favor of the Explorers.</li><li>Not only will La Salle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will La Salle Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>La Salle Explorers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>La Salle picked up a 71-68 win over Drexel on Saturday, November 16th. The Explorers, who were -4 favorites, didn’t cover the spread, but they did manage to get the win on the road.</p> 

<p>La Salle led 43-31 at halftime but allowed Drexel to score 37 points in the 2nd half while only putting up 28 points themselves. The total points for the game ended at 139, just over the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>La Salle's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they connected on 91.7% of their free throws, going 11-for-12 from the line.</p> <p>Jahlil White led the way, hitting 7 of 9 shots for 19 points, while Jason Drake and Demetrius Lilley each added 18 points. Corey McKeithan contributed 17 points and 6 assists, despite shooting 38.9% from the field.</p><p>La Salle's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 29 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, the Explorers allowed 23 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, La Salle's defense held their opponents to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also limited free-throw damage, with opponents shooting just 4/11 (36%). The Explorers gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Tritons Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>California-San Diego dropped their recent game to Seattle, losing 84-71 at home. The Tritons were -7 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>After trailing 49-28 at halftime, the Tritons showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Seattle 43-35, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>California-San Diego's offense put up 71 points, shooting 50% from the field in their last game. Their two-point shooting was a strong 58.3%, while they hit just 31.2% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 16 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 73.7% of their shots, going 14 for 19.</p> <p>Maleek Arington led the way with 21 points and 6 assists, shooting 58.3% from the field. Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones added 20 points, and Nordin Kapic contributed 19, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range. Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe grabbed 13 rebounds, and DaSean Stevens was perfect from the field, making all 5 of his shots, including 3 for 3 from deep.</p><p>California-San Diego gave up 84 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 50% from the field. The Tritons allowed 21 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California-San Diego's defense held their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 73%. The Tritons limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 4.</p>

La Salle Explorers vs California-San Diego Tritons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 3-11 Utah Jazz will take on the 7-8 San Antonio Spurs in a Western Conference matchup. The Spurs are favored by 3 and have a moneyline of -154.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. Utah is currently on a 3-game losing streak and is 15th in the Western Conference. The over/under line for this game is 224.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +3</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-99 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Jazz Secure a Win at San Antonio?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 3-11 on the season after a 124-118 road loss to the Lakers on Tuesday. Utah entered the game as +10.5 underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total score of 242 points exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 8.5 points.</p> <p>Utah struggled early, trailing 34-22 after the 1st quarter and 23-22 in the 2nd. The Lakers extended their lead by winning the 3rd quarter 40-31, leaving the Jazz down 97-75 going into the 4th. Utah made a strong push in the final quarter, outscoring the Lakers 43-27, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>The Jazz shot 50% from the field in their loss to the Lakers, connecting on 12 threes at a 33.3% clip. Lauri Markkanen led the way with 25 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p> <p>Collin Sexton contributed 19 points, while John Collins, Jordan Clarkson, and Keyonte George each added 18. George and Markkanen both scored 10 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Jazz struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, allowing 34 and 40 points, respectively, in their 124-118 loss to the Lakers. They did manage to tighten up in the 2nd quarter, giving up just 23 points.</p> <p>Utah allowed the Lakers to shoot 55% from the field, including 45% from three, where they hit 14 threes. The Jazz sent the Lakers to the line 36 times, where they made 26 free throws. Utah finished with 31 defensive rebounds, giving up 6 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals but had no blocks.</p><h3>Will San Antonio Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 110-104 win over the Thunder on Tuesday, the Spurs improved to 7-8 this season. San Antonio, who were +6 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total score of 214 points fell short of the 223-point O/U line.</p> <p>A pivotal 18-0 run helped the Spurs take control, turning a 57-55 lead into a 73-57 advantage. They outscored the Thunder 33-20 in the 3rd quarter but had to hold off a late Thunder rally, as they were outscored 27-17 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Keldon Johnson hit 6 threes at a 50% rate, finishing with 22 points and 5 rebounds in the Spurs' win over the Thunder. Harrison Barnes added 20 points and 8 rebounds, making 3 threes, while Chris Paul contributed 14 points and 11 assists, connecting on 4 threes at 57.1%.</p> <p>As a team, the Spurs made 19 threes, shooting 41.3% from beyond the arc and 47% overall. Johnson scored 11 points in the 2nd quarter, while Barnes added 7 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>After a rough start, giving up 35 points in the 1st quarter, the Spurs tightened up defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd and 20 in the 3rd, helping them secure a win over the Thunder. They gave up 27 points in the 4th but still held Oklahoma City to 104 points overall.</p> <p>The Spurs held the Thunder to 41% shooting from the field, including 30% from three-point range, where Oklahoma City made 16 threes. The Thunder also went to the line just 7 times, making 6 free throws. San Antonio finished with 5 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Hurricanes and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 against the Hurricanes in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>With the Devils being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Devils.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hurricanes (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Hurricanes Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes moved to 14-4-0 on the season. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p>

<p>Carolina took a 1-0 lead, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes then scored three unanswered goals to secure the win, including an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Carolina's offense fired 45 shots on goal, scoring four times in their 4-2 victory over the Capitals. Dmitry Orlov led the way with two goals, his third of the season, while Martin Necas added his sixth goal and picked up his 12th assist. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, also his sixth goal of the year.</p> <p>The Hurricanes were held scoreless on the power play and recorded 14 giveaways. After Orlov's first goal in the opening period, Necas tied the game in the second, and Orlov added his second goal shortly after.</p><p>Carolina’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals late in the first period, but they settled in after that, allowing none in the second or third. Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p><h3>Will New Jersey Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>New Jersey fell to 12-7-2 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net at 14:26. They added two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win. New Jersey struggled offensively, managing only 22 shots on goal.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was shut out in their last game against Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the back of the net. The Devils were blanked in all three periods, including the third, where they allowed three goals to the Flames.</p> <p>New Jersey struggled with giveaways, committing 19 in the game. This marks the first time this season that the Devils have been held scoreless.</p><p>New Jersey's defense held firm through two periods, but they gave up the game's first goal at 5:34 in the third. They allowed another at 14:54 and an empty-netter at 16:45, leading to a 3-0 loss. The Devils' defense finished with 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Trojans and Ducks game? Catch the action at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, OR, as the Ducks hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on B1G+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145 points, and Oregon is favored by -12.5 at home against Troy.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Troy Trojans +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Matthew Knight Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TROY TROJANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Ducks.</li><li>Even though we have Oregon winning straight-up, we like Troy at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Troy Pull Off A Win at Matthew Knight Arena?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Trojans fell 65-49 to Arkansas on Wednesday, November 13th, in an away game. Troy entered the game as +13 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 114 were well below the O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>Troy led 27-26 at halftime but managed only 22 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39 points to Arkansas.</p><p>Troy's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 49 points on 38.2% shooting from the field. They hit only 3 of 19 from beyond the arc, shooting 15.8% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%.</p> <p>Adou Thiero and Zvonimir Ivišić each scored 19 points, with Ivišić hitting 6 of 7 threes. Boogie Fland added 12 points and 7 assists, while the Trojans grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite the defensive efforts, Troy allowed 65 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They gave up 24 field goals on 56 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 10 of their 23 three-point attempts, shooting 43%. Troy sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 7 for 50%.</p><h3>Will the Ducks Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Oregon Ducks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oregon picked up an 80-70 win over Portland on Tuesday, November 12th, but they didn’t cover the spread as -27 favorites. The Ducks were trailing 31-23 at halftime before turning things around in the 2nd half.</p> 

<p>Oregon scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The combined points for the game were 150, just under the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Oregon put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 22.6% (7/31) of their threes, while connecting on 55.3% of their two-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they went 17/23 (73.9%) from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Jadrian Tracey led the way with 19 points on 8/11 shooting, and Nate Bittle added 13 points and 9 rebounds. Jackson Shelstad also contributed 13 points, despite shooting just 5/19 overall and 1/8 from three-point range. The Ducks finished with 11 offensive rebounds and 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Oregon's defense gave up 70 points, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They hit 28 of 69 shots overall.</p> <p>From three-point range, the other team struggled, making just 7 of 31 attempts for 22%. Oregon also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 73%.</p>

Troy Trojans vs Oregon Ducks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Redhawks versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Farris Center in Conway, AR. Southeast Missouri State is favored by -1.5 in this non-conference contest against Central Arkansas. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS VS CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Arkansas Bears +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Farris Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Central Arkansas pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redhawks Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Recent Game</h3> 

<p>The Redhawks fell to Chattanooga 87-82 on Sunday. Despite being +8.5 underdogs, they kept it close at home. The total points for the game hit 169, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After a 45-45 first half, Southeast Missouri State scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed 42, leading to the loss. While they didn’t get the win, they did manage to cover the spread.</p><p>Southeast Missouri State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field. They were strong inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 23.1% of their threes.</p> <p>Rob Martin led the way with 29 points, shooting 50% overall and 33.3% from deep. Teddy Washington Jr. added 25 points and 10 rebounds, despite hitting only 20% of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Southeast Missouri State struggled defensively, giving up 87 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Redhawks allowed 61% shooting from two-point range, with the opposing team hitting 27 of their 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southeast Missouri State held their opponent to 23% shooting, as they made just 6 of 26 three-point attempts. The Redhawks also sent the other team to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 10 shots.</p><h3>Do the Bears Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Central Arkansas Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Arkansas fell to Western Illinois 63-61 on Saturday, November 16th, in an away game. Despite being +7.5 point underdogs, the Bears kept it close and covered the spread. The game’s total points were 124, falling short of the 137 O/U line.</p> 

<p>The Bears led 28-23 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. Their inability to maintain defensive pressure after the break was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>Central Arkansas put up 61 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 24 attempts, and were perfect from the free-throw line, going 7 for 7.</p> <p>Layne Taylor led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 13 from three-point range. Sean Smith added 17 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 75% from deep, while Ryan Myers struggled, making just 26.1% of his shots and 25% from three.</p><p>Central Arkansas held their opponent to 63 points on 38% shooting from the field, as they gave up 21 made field goals on 54 attempts. Inside the arc, their opponent shot 52%, hitting 13 of 25 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Central Arkansas limited their opponent to 8 made threes on 29 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. At the free-throw line, their opponent shot 65%, making 13 of 20 attempts. Central Arkansas also allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Central Arkansas Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>The Pistons are favored by 1 point over the Hornets in this Eastern Conference matchup. The over/under line for the game is 221 points.</p>

<p>Detroit is 7-9 overall and 6th in the Eastern Conference. Charlotte is 5-9 and 12th in the East. The Hornets are currently on a 2-game losing streak.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons -1</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-126 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pistons Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit’s season record dropped to 7-9 after a 122-112 home loss to the Bulls on Monday. The Pistons, who were favored by four points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game landed exactly on the over/under line of 234.</p> <p>After falling behind 36-25 in the 1st quarter, Detroit tried to fight back, winning the 2nd quarter 32-29 and tying the 3rd at 28-28. However, a 10-0 run by Chicago in the 4th quarter, which stretched the score from 97-95 to 105-97, put the game out of reach for the Pistons.</p><p>Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 26 points and 10 assists in their loss to the Bulls, hitting 4 threes at a 57.1% clip. Malik Beasley added 21 points, connecting on 5 threes despite shooting just 35.7% from deep.</p> <p>Detroit made 15 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from beyond the arc. Their overall field goal percentage was 42.9%, with Cunningham shooting 47.1% from the field.</p><p>The Pistons struggled defensively against the Bulls, giving up 122 points on 48% shooting. Detroit allowed 36 points in the 1st quarter and at least 28 points in every quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulls hit 23 threes at a 50% clip. The Pistons sent Chicago to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. Detroit finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 10 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 5-9 on the season after a 116-115 road loss to the Nets on Tuesday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread, but the loss stings nonetheless. The total score of 231 points exceeded the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>Charlotte started strong, leading 37-23 after the 1st quarter, but the Nets went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 66-63 to 76-63. The Hornets battled back to lead 87-85 going into the 4th, but Brooklyn outscored them 31-28 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Brandon Miller's 29 points and 5 threes led the Hornets in their 116-115 loss to the Nets, with Miles Bridges also hitting 5 threes and adding 21 points. Tre Mann chipped in 19 points, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets connected on 20 threes, shooting 54.1% from deep and 46.3% overall. Miller scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Mann added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Hornets started strong, giving up just 23 points in the 1st quarter, but they allowed 31 points in each of the final three quarters, leading to a 116-115 loss to the Nets. Charlotte couldn’t slow down Brooklyn’s shooting, as the Nets hit 49% from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets struggled to defend the three, where the Nets connected on 18 threes at a 43% clip. Charlotte sent Brooklyn to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws. The Hornets gave up 10 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawks and Penguins. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Penguins at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and Youngstown State is favored by -4 vs. Monmouth.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Youngstown State Penguins -4</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 5:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Not only will Youngstown State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Monmouth Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Monmouth dropped a 70-66 decision to Wichita State on Monday, November 18th. Despite being +17 point underdogs, the Hawks kept it close and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the 154.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Monmouth led 31-30 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The Hawks showed resilience on the road but couldn’t hold on for the win.</p><p>Monmouth's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%. They hit 35.3% from three-point range, connecting on 6 of 17 attempts, while their two-point shooting stood at 51.2% (21/41). Free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 6 of 18, hitting only 33.3% from the line.</p> <p>Corey Washington led the Hawks with 20 points, shooting 46.7% overall and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4). Harlond Beverly and Abdi Bashir Jr. each added 15 points, with Beverly shooting 63.6% from the field. Monmouth also got 12 points from Matej Bosnjak, who was perfect from the field (4/4), and Cornelius Robinson III, who shot 85.7% (6/7).</p><p>Monmouth's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field. They were effective in limiting three-point damage, holding the other team to just 2 made threes on 15 attempts, a 13% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Monmouth allowed 22 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 56% shooting percentage. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 64%. Monmouth gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Penguins Chances at Home</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State fell 104-95 to Syracuse on Saturday, November 16th. Despite the loss, the Penguins, who were +12.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 199 easily surpassed the pre-game O/U line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Youngstown State led 38-31 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 35 points while allowing 42. Syracuse’s offense took over in the 2nd half, leading to the Penguins’ defeat.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They connected on just 25.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 31 attempts, but were more effective inside, shooting 58.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>J.J. Starling led the way with 38 points, shooting 60.9% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2 of 7 attempts. Eddie Lampkin Jr. was a force inside, going 8 for 10 from the field and adding 13 rebounds and 7 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 104 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 62% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 32 of 51 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Youngstown State held their opponent to 22% shooting, as they made just 5 of 22 three-point attempts. However, the Penguins sent the other team to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 25 free throws. Youngstown State also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Monmouth Hawks vs Youngstown State Penguins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hurricanes versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. Miami is favored by -9.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 141.5 points.</p><h3>MIAMI HURRICANES VS DRAKE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drake Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 12:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DRAKE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Drake pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Miami Be The Talk of TD Arena?</h3><p>Miami cruised to a 93-63 win over Coppin State on Sunday, November 17th, at home. The Hurricanes were heavy favorites, entering the game as 37-point favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 141.</p> <p>Miami dominated the first half, leading 43-19 at the break. While they put up 50 points in the second half, they allowed Coppin State to score 44 points, which may be a concern for Miami moving forward.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 93 points with a 56.2% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, thanks in part to hitting 51.9% of their threes, connecting on 14 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>The Hurricanes dished out 21 assists, with Matthew Cleveland leading the way, scoring 15 points and hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. A.J. Staton-McCray was perfect from three, going 3 for 3 and finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Even with a strong offensive performance, Miami's defense couldn't hold up, conceding 63 points. They allowed their opponent to shoot 56% from the field, including 59% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Miami's opponent connected on 14 of 27 threes, shooting 51%. They also went 7/9 from the free-throw line. Miami gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Drake Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Drake Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drake edged out a 63-61 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Saturday, November 16th, in a home game. The Bulldogs were -11 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Drake trailed 31-30 at halftime but outscored FGCU 33-30 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 21 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.1%, and they connected on 68% of their free throws, going 17 for 25 from the line.</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 25 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 50% from three. Daniel Abreu added 17 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, while Zavian McLean also contributed 17 points, shooting 53.8% from the field.</p><p>Drake's defense gave up 61 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they were 14/24, hitting 58% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent went 6/21, shooting 28%. They also got to the free-throw line 25 times, making 17 for a 68% success rate. Drake allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Miami Hurricanes vs Drake Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

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<p>ESPN is handling the television broadcast as the Miami Hurricanes and California Golden Bears face off in a week six matchup. The game is set for 10:30 ET from California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley. Miami is undefeated at 5-0 this season, while California enters the game with a 3-1 record. The over/under is at 54.5 points, and Miami is the -10-point favorite on the road.</p><h3>MIAMI HURRICANES VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +10</p><p>This game will be played at California Memorial Stadium at 10:30 ET on Saturday, October 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the California Golden Bears winning this one by a score of 29 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the California Golden Bears winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +10</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 54.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Miami Hurricanes Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Miami enters Week 6 with a perfect 5-0 record, and they are projected to be bowl-eligible. They have a 35.3% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast and hold the 6th best odds to make the CFB playoff at 60.7%. The Hurricanes are 2-0 on the road and ranked 10th in our power rankings heading into their matchup against California.</p> <p></p><p>Miami has been favored in four of their five games and holds a 3-1 record against the spread. They’ve covered both road games and have an average scoring margin of +34.4 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 54.5 points. Miami’s games have averaged 64.4 points, and their over/under record is 3-0-1, with an average line of 57.5 points.</p><p>Miami’s offense has been one of the best in college football, ranking 2nd in points scored, with 49.4 per game, and 4th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 6. They lead the nation in passing yards, averaging 392.6 yards per game, and are 6th in completions, with 26 per game. Their third-down conversion rate is the best in the country at 64.9%, and they are 6th in completion percentage, completing 71.8% of their passes.</p> <p></p><p>Cam Ward has thrown for 1,782 yards, with a passer rating of 133, and has completed 70.2% of his passes. He has 18 touchdowns and 4 interceptions. Damien Martinez leads the rushing attack with 250 yards and 4 touchdowns, averaging 4 yards per carry. Xavier Restrepo has 422 receiving yards on 25 catches, with 5 touchdowns.</p><p>Miami's defense has been strong this season, ranking 21st nationally by allowing just 15 points per game. They’ve given up 94.6 rushing yards per game (24th) and 172 passing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 52.8 against Miami, the 8th-lowest in the country.</p> <p></p><p>In their last game, Miami allowed 34 points but still managed to secure a win. Virginia Tech gained 394 total yards, including 206 rushing yards on 32 attempts. Miami’s defense also forced one interception in the game.</p><h3>Are The California Golden Bears Going Win In At Upset At California Memorial Stadium</h3><p>California enters Week 6 with a 3-1 record, hosting Miami. They rank 50th in our power rankings and have a 90.1% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Golden Bears are 1-0, and they’ve been favored in just one game this season.</p><p></p><p>Cal’s ATS record stands at 2-1, and they’ve outscored opponents by an average of 10.2 points per game. They are 1-0 against the spread at home and have covered as the favorite in their only game in that role.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 54.5, higher than any of Cal’s previous games. Their over/under record is 0-3, with an average line of 48.5 points and games averaging 35.8 points.</p><p>Heading into week 6, California’s offense is averaging 23 points per game, placing them 72nd in the nation. They rank 84th in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing game is producing 146.8 yards per game, and they are 44th in rushing attempts. Jaivian Thomas leads the team with 267 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, but has only one touchdown.</p> <p>Quarterback Fernando Mendoza has thrown for 892 yards and has a passer rating of 95. California ranks 52nd in passing attempts and 39th in completions, averaging 228.2 passing yards per game. Mendoza has five touchdowns and two interceptions, and the team is 23rd in completion percentage at 66.7%. Nyziah Hunter leads the receivers with 182 yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>California's defense has been a strong point this season, ranking 8th nationally by allowing just 12.8 points per game. In their recent game against Florida State, the defense gave up only 14 points, allowing 13 first downs and 295 total yards. They held Florida State to 73 rushing yards on 25 attempts and forced three interceptions.</p><p></p><p>Opponents are averaging 111.8 rushing yards per game on 31.5 attempts against California, while quarterbacks have posted a passer rating of just 50.9, the 6th-lowest in the country. The defense has allowed 182.2 passing yards per game, with a completion rate of 52%.</p>

Miami Hurricanes vs California Golden Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 10/5/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Islanders and Sabres. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on MSG-, and it's hosted by the Sabres at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. Get ready to place your bets! In this Eastern matchup, the Islanders are favored by -1.5 goals against the Sabres. The over/under for the game is 6 goals.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>The Islanders enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Islanders on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Islanders Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p><p>Through 64 games, the Islanders are 29-21-14 and sit in 8th place in the Eastern Conference standings. In the Metropolitan Division, New York is in 4th place. On the road this season, the Islanders have gone 14-13-5.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Islanders have gone 7-3 and have won three straight games when they have been favored. Overall, New York has been favored in 30 of their 64 games this season, going 15-10-5 in those games.</p></p><p>So far this year, the Islanders have an average scoring differential of -.2 goals per game. Across their last ten games, New York has gone 7-3 vs. the puck line, including a 4-1 mark in their previous five outings. Overall, the Islanders have gone 33-31 vs. the puck line, and they have been the underdog in 34 of their 67 games.</p>

<p>When playing on the road, the Islanders have gone 19-13 vs. the puck line, and they have an average scoring margin of -.2 goals per game. So far, New York has won 13 games by multiple goals compared to 16 one-goal victories. In their last ten road games, the Islanders have gone 6-4 vs. the puck line, and they have a puck line record of 24-10 when listed as the underdog.</p> <p>For the season, New York's games have finished with an average of 6.3 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6. Overall, the Islanders have an over/under record of 35-25-4.</p><p>The Islanders are 2-1 puck line in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.</p><p>The Islanders come into the game scoring an average of 3.1 goals per game, putting them 20th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 21st in the league. The Islanders went 11-10 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 18-11.</p><p>The leading scorer for New York's offense is Brock Nelson. Coming into the game he has 29 goals, ranking 21st in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Nelson has 27 assists this season.</p><p>The Sabres defense is currently 22nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 28.8 shots per game against Buffalo. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 13th with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ilya Sorokin comes into the game having made 46 starts this season. So far, his record is 22-14 and he has a save percentage of 1.0%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Buffalo?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Sabres have gone 16-17-1 and have won their last two games. Against the Eastern Conference, Buffalo has a record of 18-21 and is currently in 11th place in the standings. Overall, they have gone 31-30-5 on the year.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Sabres have gone 17-21-4 and have lost three of their last five games. In the Atlantic Division, Buffalo is in sixth place with a record of 10-10.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Sabres are just 16-18 against the puck line, but their overall mark vs. the puck line is at 36-30. So far, Buffalo has gone 28-14 against the puck line when listed as the underdog.</p>

<p>Overall, the Sabres have 20 wins by multiple goals and have gone 7-3 against the puck line over their last 10 games. In their last three games, Buffalo is 2-1 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>The average goal total for Buffalo's games is sitting at 6. The average over/under line for the season is 6.5. The Sabres come in with an over/under record of 26-38-2.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, New York has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 4 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Sabres are averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, putting them in the 21st spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 12th in the league. Looking at how the Sabres' offense is performing during power plays, they are 29th in power play goals and 15th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>The leading scorer for Buffalo's offense is JJ Peterka. Coming into the game he has 21 goals, ranking 62nd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 18 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Sabres head into the game ranked 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.8 shots per game against Buffalo. So far, they are 13th in shutouts, achieving 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has started 38 games this season. His current record stands at 21-16, and his save percentage is 0.835%.</p>

New York Islanders vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Sharks and Penguins game? Catch the action at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Penguins hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Penguins being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Penguins will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Penguins on the moneyline</li><li>The Penguins should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Jose dropped to 5-10-3 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The Sharks took the lead in the second period with a goal from Nico Sturm, but Vancouver responded with three unanswered goals. Mikael Granlund tied it up for San Jose in the third period, but the Canucks scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>San Jose's offense was held to two goals in their latest game, with Mikael Granlund netting his 6th of the season and Nico Sturm adding his 2nd. Granlund scored at the 18:43 mark of the third period, while Sturm got the Sharks on the board at 17:23 in the second period.</p> <p>San Jose recorded 23 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, tallying 16. William Eklund picked up his 7th assist of the season, and Tyler Toffoli earned his 5th assist on Granlund's goal.</p><p>San Jose's defense will be looking to bounce back after giving up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period in their last game. They had previously allowed the first goal of the game at 5:19 in the 2nd period and another at 4:22 in the 3rd. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and an 89.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will Pittsburgh Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Pittsburgh improved to 6-10-3 with a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens. The Penguins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby scored twice for the Penguins, with Blake Lizotte adding an empty-net goal to seal the win. Pittsburgh’s defense held Montreal scoreless until the third period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins with two goals in their 3-1 win over Montreal. He opened the scoring with his 4th goal of the season and added his 5th on a power play in the second period. Blake Lizotte sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Penguins took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Lars Eller picked up his 3rd assist on Lizotte’s empty-net goal, while Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson were credited with assists on Crosby’s second goal, giving Karlsson his 7th assist of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins will look to build off their previous performance, where they allowed just one goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, and the defense added 5 takeaways and 19 hits. Pittsburgh's only goal allowed came at 5:32 in the 3rd period.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction 11/16/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Blue Raiders face off at 12:00 ET on ESPNU. The Blue Raiders are hosting the game at The HTC Center in Conway, SC. Ohio is the -1.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Middle Tennessee. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at The HTC Center at 12:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Blue Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Middle Tennessee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Bobcats Ready for a Win at Conway?</h3><p>Ohio's season hit a bump with a 94-70 loss to Memphis on Friday. The Bobcats were +12.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 164, surpassing the O/U line of 161.</p> <p>Ohio trailed 43-38 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 32 points while allowing 51. The Bobcats will need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense moving forward.</p><p>Ohio's offense managed 70 points in their last game, shooting just 36.9% from the field. They connected on 12 of 31 three-point attempts, hitting 38.7% from deep, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 10 of 11 for 90.9%.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 23 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 4 of 5 from three. Tyrese Hunter added 21 points and 6 assists, also hitting 4 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Ohio's defense struggled in this one, giving up 94 points on 56% shooting. They allowed 19 two-pointers on 39 attempts, a 48% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's defense was even worse, as they gave up 13 threes on 18 attempts, a 72% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they hit 17 free throws (77%).</p><h3>Can Middle Tennessee Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee fell to Murray State 88-67 on Saturday, November 16th. The Blue Raiders were -3 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 145.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee trailed 44-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 44.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 23 threes for 17.4%, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 39.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 42.2%. They managed 67 points, with 9 assists and 12 offensive rebounds, while shooting 68.4% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>KyeRon Lindsay was a standout, scoring 27 points on 12 of 16 shooting, adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists. AJ Ferguson was perfect from three, hitting all 4 attempts, while Kamari Lands contributed 19 points despite shooting just 1 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense gave up 88 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 17%, hitting 4 of their 23 three-point attempts. Middle Tennessee also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>