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<p>Planning on watching today's Stars and Lightning game? Catch the action at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL, as the Lightning hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stars are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>DALLAS STARS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Lightning winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Lightning on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Lightning are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Stars Defense Show Up in Tampa?</h3><p>Dallas dropped to 12-6-0 after a 4-2 road loss to the Panthers. The Stars were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell short of that number.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Dallas tied it up with two goals in the second period. However, the Panthers pulled ahead with a goal early in the third and added an empty-netter to seal the win.</p><p>In their recent 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars were held scoreless in the first period before Evgenii Dadonov netted his second goal of the season, followed by Matt Duchene’s seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov’s goal.</p> <p>The Stars took 25 shots on goal and recorded 32 giveaways. Dallas scored their first goal on a power play, with Wyatt Johnston earning his fifth assist, while Miro Heiskanen added his fourth assist on Duchene’s goal.</p><p>Dallas' defense gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 5:15 in the first period and another at 8:47 in the second. After the Stars tied it at 2-2, they allowed two more, including the game-winner at 2:32 in the third and an empty-netter with 1:00 left. Goalie Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p><h3>Can the Lightning Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>After a 7-4 loss to the Jets, Tampa Bay’s record now stands at 10-7-2. The Lightning, who were underdogs on the puck line, couldn’t hold onto an early lead, as the game’s total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Tampa Bay jumped out to a 2-0 lead, but the Jets responded with seven of the next nine goals. Four different Lightning players found the net in the loss.</p><p>Brandon Hagel got things started for the Lightning, netting his 7th goal of the season at 13:11 in the first period. Brayden Point followed with his 8th goal, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal in the second period, and Nikita Kucherov scored his 10th, tying the game 4-4 in the third period.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They finished with 4 assists, including the 10th of the season for both Nikita Kucherov and Victor Hedman on Brayden Point’s power play goal.</p><p>Tampa Bay's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 7 goals on 32 shots from the Jets. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with an 84.4% save percentage. The Lightning had tied the game at 4-4 in the 3rd period, but their defense gave up three late goals, including two empty-netters.</p>

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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.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
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.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

New York Rangers vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Buffalo Sabres vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

St. Louis Blues vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Carolina Hurricanes vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Winnipeg Jets vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

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Vegas Golden Knights vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

Boston Bruins vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Sabres and Sharks game? Catch the action at SAP Center in San Jose, CA, as the Sharks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on NBCS. The Sabres come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>The Sabres 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 Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Sabres Chances on the Road</h3><p>After a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, the Sabres’ record stands at 10-9-1. Buffalo’s defense held Detroit scoreless in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. As underdogs on the puck line, the Sabres failed to cover. Buffalo’s only goal came from Alex Tuch, who scored short-handed in the first period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the only goal, his 5th of the season. Tuch's goal came shorthanded at 8:21 in the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense will look to bounce back after giving up two power-play goals in their last game against the Red Wings. Both goals came in the second period, with the first at the 7:49 mark and the second at 14:38. Despite those setbacks, the Sabres' defense held strong in the third period, not allowing a goal. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Will the Sharks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Sharks fell to 6-12-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. San Jose, as underdogs on the puck line, kept the game under the total of 6.5 goals. The Sharks held a lead twice in the game, but Vancouver scored the winning goal with just 26 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>Nico Sturm opened the scoring at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks responded with a goal at 5:19 in the same period. San Jose took the lead again in the third period with a goal from Mikael Granlund at 18:43, but Vancouver tied it up and then scored the game-winner at 19:34.</p><p>San Jose's offense was held to just two goals in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Mikael Granlund netted his 6th goal of the season, while Nico Sturm opened the scoring for the Sharks with his 2nd goal, 2:37 into the second period.</p> <p>San Jose recorded 23 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 16. William Eklund earned his 7th assist on Granlund’s goal, and Tyler Toffoli picked up his 5th assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after giving up a late goal with just 26 seconds left in the 3rd period, leading to a 3-2 loss against the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves, posting a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Bruins and Red Wings. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. Get ready to place your bets! The Bruins are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Atlantic division matchup against the Red Wings. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Red Wings (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Boston Shock Everyone at Little Caesars Arena?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved to 9-9-3 on the season. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 2 goals fell well short of the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring at 3:23, and Charlie Coyle added another at 9:57. The Bruins’ defense held strong, keeping Seattle off the board.</p><p>In their 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins netted both goals in the first period. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, followed by Charlie Coyle, who added his 2nd goal on a power play.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways. They registered 4 assists, with Brad Marchand picking up his 7th of the season and Elias Lindholm adding his 6th.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid, allowing 0 goals and 23 shots on goal from Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Bruins' defense also had 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Detroit?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 8-9-2 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>After giving up a goal in the first period, Detroit responded with two goals in the second. Both goals came from Dylan Larkin, and both were on the power play.</p><p>Detroit's offense was held scoreless in the first period but found the net twice in the second, both on power plays. Dylan Larkin scored his 6th and 7th goals of the season, with his second coming 5:22 into the second period.</p> <p>The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin's first goal, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist. Lucas Raymond also contributed with his 10th assist of the season.</p><p>Detroit's defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the 1st period, but they shut down Buffalo the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 win. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Oilers game? Catch the action at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB, as the Oilers hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Rangers in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 10:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With the Oilers being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Oilers.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will New York Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Rangers improved to 12-5-1 with a 5-2 win over the Islanders. New York covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring at 16:16 in the first period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net and his 8th on a power play in the second period. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal of the year, while Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal, which came shorthanded. Adam Edstrom also found the net for the first time this season.</p> <p>New York fired 40 shots on goal and tallied 14 giveaways. Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his season total to 8. Jacob Trouba picked up his 5th assist of the year.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to build off their previous performance, where they gave up just 2 goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves, posting a 94.6% save percentage. The Rangers' defense also contributed 10 takeaways, 19 hits, and 18 blocks. Both of the goals they allowed came in the 2nd period, with the last coming just 8 seconds before the 3rd period.</p><h3>Can the Oilers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 10-9-2 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 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Oilers, and they led 2-0 before the Flames tied it up. Zach Hyman’s goal at 9:50 in the third period put Edmonton ahead for good, and they added an empty-netter to seal the win.</p><p>Edmonton's offense fired 31 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl netted his 9th goal of the season, added two assists, and now has 8 assists on the year. Zach Hyman scored his 3rd goal, while Mattias Janmark’s 2nd goal came on an empty net with three seconds left. Jeff Skinner also found the net for the 3rd time this season.</p> <p>Two of the Oilers' goals came in the first period, with another added on a power play by Hyman at the 9:50 mark of the third. Edmonton had 10 giveaways in the game and scored with just 20 seconds into the first period.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will look to carry over their performance from their last game, where they allowed just 2 goals and picked up a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and the defense added 2 takeaways and 19 hits. However, both goals they allowed came at key moments, with one in the 2nd period and another early in the 3rd, which tied the game at 2-2.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (-468) will host the Detroit Pistons (+357) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Magic are currently favored by 10 points, and the over/under line is set at 206.5 points.</p>

<p>Orlando is 10-7 on the season and sits 4th in the Eastern Conference. Detroit, on the other hand, is 7-10 and currently holds the 8th spot in the East. The Pistons have lost two straight games coming into tonight's matchup.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +10</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-101 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Jaden Ivey finishing with 17 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pistons Lock in a Win at Orlando?</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 7-10 this season after a 123-121 loss to the Hornets on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 2.5 points, not only lost the game but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 244 points exceeded the O/U line of 222.</p> <p>Charlotte went on a 12-0 run, stretching their lead from 66-61 to 78-61. Detroit responded by outscoring the Hornets 30-16 in the 4th quarter but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>The Pistons connected on 17 threes in their loss to the Hornets, shooting 35.4% from deep and 42.4% overall. Cade Cunningham led the way with 27 points and 10 assists, despite shooting just 34.6% from the field and 22.2% from three.</p> <p>Tobias Harris added 26 points, hitting 6 threes at a 66.7% clip. Malik Beasley contributed 16 points, knocking down 4 threes. Jaden Ivey scored 7 of his 11 points in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled early, giving up 33 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in both the 2nd and 3rd. However, they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 16 points. Overall, they allowed the Hornets to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pistons had a tough night, giving up 20 threes on 45% shooting. They sent the Hornets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. Detroit finished with 35 defensive rebounds, while allowing 11 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Magic Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Magic improved to 10-7 on the season with a 119-118 road win over the Lakers on Thursday. Orlando, who entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Orlando trailed 67-60 at halftime but turned things around with a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring the Lakers 29-21. They entered the 4th quarter with an 89-88 lead, and both teams scored 30 points in the final period. The total points for the game exceeded the O/U line of 216.5 by 20.5 points.</p><p>Franz Wagner's 37-point, 11-assist performance, including 15 points in the 4th quarter, helped the Magic edge the Lakers. Jalen Suggs added 23 points, hitting 5 threes, while Moritz Wagner contributed 19 points.</p> <p>Orlando connected on 15 threes at a 37.5% rate, shooting 47.3% overall. Suggs made 5 threes, and Franz Wagner hit 4, shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 38 points in the 1st quarter, the Magic tightened up defensively in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points, which helped them secure a 119-118 win over the Lakers. Orlando sent Los Angeles to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p> <p>The Magic allowed the Lakers to shoot 50% from the field and 41% from three, with Los Angeles hitting 13 threes. Orlando finished with 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

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.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

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Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Kraken versus the Kings? The puck drops at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The over/under for this Pacific division contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Kings being favored by -1.5 at home against the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS LOS ANGELES KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Kings -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES KINGS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Kings picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Kings on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Kraken (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Seattle Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Seattle fell to 10-9-1 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken were underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Defensively, Seattle struggled early, giving up their first goal just 3:23 into the game. The Bruins added another goal later in the first period, and the Kraken were unable to respond, finishing with 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Seattle's offense was held in check in their last game, as the Kraken were shut out in a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. They managed 23 shots on goal but came up empty, with 19 giveaways contributing to their struggles.</p> <p>After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Kraken couldn't find the net in the second or third. No players scored, and they failed to convert on the power play.</p><p>Seattle's defense allowed two early goals in the first period, including a power-play goal at 10:03. However, they tightened up afterward, not conceding in the second or third periods. Goalie Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the Kraken's defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p><h3>Will Los Angeles Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Los Angeles dropped to 10-7-3 after a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks. The Kings were favored on the puck line, and the game’s total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Things looked good early for the Kings, as they held a 3-0 lead in the third period. However, the Blackhawks scored three unanswered goals, tying the game with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p><p>Alex Laferriere found the net twice for the Kings in their 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, bringing his season total to 7 and 8 goals. Phillip Danault added his first goal of the season, scoring at 8:12 in the third period.</p> <p>The Kings fired 40 shots on goal, with Laferriere converting on 3 attempts. Kevin Fiala picked up two assists, giving him 4 and 5 for the season. The Kings also recorded 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings struggled in their last game, particularly in the third period, where they allowed three goals, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds remaining. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves, posting a save percentage of 85.7%. The Kings' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 24 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pioneers and Colonels. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Colonels at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 158 points, and the Colonels are favored to win at home against the Pioneers.</p><h3>DENVER PIONEERS VS NICHOLLS COLONELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nicholls Colonels -2</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NICHOLLS COLONELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Not only will Nicholls pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Denver Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>After picking up a 97-76 win over Cal Poly in their most recent game, Denver now has a record of 1-1. In their last five road games, including last year, Denver holds a 0-5 record on the road. Denver's performance against the spread has them coming into today's game with an ATS record of 1-1. Over their last ten games, which spans last season, Denver has accumulated an ATS record of 5-5.</p><p>So far, Denver's games have averaged 177.5 points per game with the average over/under line being 142.2 points. In the Pioneers' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 82 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>Denver's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Cal Poly, finishing the game with a total of 97 points. Their season average is now 92 points per game. Tommy Bruner was the leading scorer for the Pioneers, putting up 28 points. In addition, Jaxon Brenchley contributed 14 points.</p><p>Currently, the Pioneers' defense holds the 124th rank in the nation, allowing 85.5 points per game.</p><h3>Can Nicholls Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Denver takes the court against Denver with a season record of 1-1. In their last ten home games, Denver has a 4-6 record at home, which includes last year. Currently, Denver has an ATS record of 1-1 heading into their matchup vs. Denver. Taking into account last season, Denver holds an ATS record of 2-6-1 in their last ten games.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through two games, Denver has an over/under record of 1-1-0, with their games averaging 153 points per game on average. The Colonels' have recorded an over/under record of 1-2 in their last three games, with their games averaging 67 points per game.</p><p>The Denver offense is coming off a game in which they scored 68 points vs. LSU. Overall their field goal percentage was 42.9% while connecting on 12 threes. The Denver offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 32 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 37% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Denver defense is giving up an average of 78.5 points per contest.</p>

Denver Pioneers vs Nicholls Colonels Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Wild and Flames. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! In this Western matchup, the Wild are favored by -1.5 goals against the Flames. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Flames to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Flames on the moneyline (+122)</li><li>The Flames are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Wild Have What it Takes in Calgary?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 13-3-3 this season. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season for the Wild, with Matt Boldy adding his sixth in overtime to secure a 2-1 victory over Toronto. Jared Spurgeon contributed two assists, bringing his season total to three, while Marco Rossi picked up his seventh assist on Boldy's overtime goal.</p> <p>Minnesota fired 33 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways. The Wild were held scoreless in the second and third periods before Boldy ended the game 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to carry over their performance from their last game, where they allowed just 1 goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came with 52 seconds left in the 1st period.</p><h3>Can Calgary Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Calgary fell to 11-6-3 after a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the game’s 6 total goals falling just short of that mark.</p> 
<p>After trailing 2-0, Calgary tied the game in the third period, but Edmonton responded with two more goals to seal the win. Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich each scored for the Flames.</p><p>Calgary’s offense managed just two goals in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his fourth goal of the season on a power play, while Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year.</p> <p>The Flames fired 31 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, tallying 22 in the game. Calgary’s first goal came in the second period, with their second following in the third.</p><p>The Flames' defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to the Oilers in their last game. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, but the defense gave up a goal just 20 seconds into the first period and another late in the third. They also allowed a power-play goal and an empty-netter. Defensively, the Flames finished with 4 takeaways and 13 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (7-10) will host the Grizzlies (9-7) in a non-conference matchup. Memphis is favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 243.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago. The Bulls are 7th in the Eastern Conference, while the Grizzlies are 9th in the Western Conference.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 154-118 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.1% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Grizzlies Find a Way to Win in Chicago?</h3><p>With a 117-111 win over the 76ers on Wednesday, the Grizzlies improved to 9-7 on the season. Memphis, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Memphis took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the 76ers 32-22. They entered the 4th quarter with a 90-81 lead, but the 76ers went on an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 115-101 to 126-101.</p><p>The Grizzlies shot 48.2% from the field and knocked down 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their win over the 76ers. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 25 points, while Desmond Bane added 21 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 5 threes at 45.5%.</p> <p>Jaylen Wells contributed 14 points, with 8 coming in the opening quarter. Bane had a big 2nd quarter, scoring 11 points, and Jake LaRavia added 7 of his 11 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the 76ers to 22 points, which helped them secure a 117-111 win. Overall, Memphis allowed 111 points on 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Grizzlies limited the 76ers to 11 made threes on 33% shooting from beyond the arc. Memphis also recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Chicago Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 7-10 this season after a 136-122 win over the Hawks on Friday, November 22nd. The Bulls, who were +2.5 point underdogs at home, not only won but covered the spread.</p> <p>Chicago took control early, leading 28-25 after the 1st quarter and 58-51 at halftime. A big 3rd quarter, where they outscored Atlanta 41-33, put them ahead 99-84 going into the 4th. Although the Hawks edged the Bulls 38-37 in the final period, Chicago held on for the win. The game’s total of 258 points went over the O/U line of 246.5 by 11.5 points.</p><p>The Bulls shot 57% from the field and knocked down 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their 136-122 win over the Hawks. Zach LaVine led the way with 26 points, hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each added 20 points, with White dishing out 9 assists. Dosunmu shot 80% from the field, while White contributed 10 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls were solid in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing just 25 and 26 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 38 points. Despite that, they limited the Hawks' three-point shooting, holding them to 10 made threes on 29% shooting.</p> <p>Chicago sent Atlanta to the line 19 times, where the Hawks made 14 free throws. The Bulls grabbed 36 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also contributed with 8 steals and 10 blocked shots.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Avalanche and Panthers game? Catch the action at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Panthers as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLORADO AVALANCHE VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Panthers should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>The Panthers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Avalanche Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 11-9-0. Colorado was favored on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the total over.</p> 

<p>Colorado took the lead early in the second period, but Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. The Avalanche’s defense struggled, allowing two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado took 30 shots on goal but only converted twice. Cale Makar netted his 5th goal of the season on a power play, while Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, coming with just 2:17 left in the game.</p> <p>Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon's goal. MacKinnon, who took 6 shots on goal, earned his 14th assist on Makar's earlier tally. The Avalanche recorded 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Colorado's defense gave up the tying goal at 11:29 in the 2nd period and allowed four more after that, including two empty-netters. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage, and the Avalanche's defense recorded 11 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Florida improved to 12-7-1 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals fell short, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida's goals came from different players. They held a 2-0 lead before the Stars tied it up, but the Panthers scored twice in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina’s offense took 25 shots on goal, with A.J. Greer netting his first goal of the season at 17:28 in the third period. Sam Reinhart added an empty-netter, marking his 10th goal of the year.</p> <p>Earlier in the game, Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring in the first period with his third goal of the season. Matthew Tkachuk followed with his third goal as well, this one coming on a power play at 11:13 in the second period. The Panthers registered 16 giveaways and finished with 6 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to carry their momentum from the third period of their last game, where they didn’t allow a goal. Overall, they gave up 2 goals to the Stars, both of which came in the second period. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, and the Panthers’ defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Colorado Avalanche vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks (-315) will host the Charlotte Hornets (+255) at Fiserv Forum. The Bucks are favored by 8 points, and the over/under line is set at 223.5.</p>

<p>Milwaukee is currently on a three-game win streak and sits 6th in the Eastern Conference. Charlotte is 10th in the East and has a record of 6-9.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -8</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-96 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hornets Find a Way to Win in Milwaukee?</h3><p>Charlotte improved to 6-9 on the season with a 123-121 win over the Pistons on Thursday. The Hornets were +2.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory. The game’s total of 244 points exceeded the O/U line of 222.</p> <p>Charlotte went on a 12-0 run to stretch their lead from 66-61 to 78-61. They outscored the Pistons 30-20 in the 3rd quarter but had to hold on after being outscored 30-16 in the 4th.</p><p>Brandon Miller knocked down 8 threes at a 66.7% clip, finishing with 38 points and 7 rebounds in the Hornets' 123-121 win over the Pistons. LaMelo Ball added 35 points, 9 assists, and 4 made threes, despite shooting just 28.6% from deep.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets connected on 20 threes, shooting 45.5% from beyond the arc and 47.3% overall. Cody Martin contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at a 75% rate.</p><p>Defensively, the Hornets had their best showing in the 3rd quarter, allowing just 20 points, but they still gave up 121 points to the Pistons. Charlotte sent Detroit to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 20 shots.</p> <p>The Hornets allowed 17 three-pointers at a 35% clip. On the boards, they gave up 21 offensive rebounds. Charlotte finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Will Milwaukee Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 7-9 on the season with a 129-117 win over the Pacers on Friday, November 22nd. Playing at home, Milwaukee entered the game as -5.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 246, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 235.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>Milwaukee set the tone early with a 10-0 run and led 34-22 after the 1st quarter. They maintained control by outscoring Indiana 24-22 in the 2nd quarter. A 35-35 tie in the 3rd left the Bucks ahead 93-79 going into the 4th, where they held off a late Pacers surge, who outscored them 38-36 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double of 37 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, led the Bucks to a win over the Pacers. Damian Lillard added 24 points and 13 assists, though he shot just 42.1% from the field, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p> <p>Gary Trent Jr. knocked down 6 threes at a 60% clip, finishing with 18 points. The Bucks hit 17 threes as a team, shooting 47.2% from deep and 53.3% overall.</p><p>The Bucks' defense was strong in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up just 22 points in each. However, they struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 35 points in the 3rd quarter and 38 in the 4th. Despite this, they still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Indiana to 11 made threes on 32% shooting from deep. The Pacers also went 20/27 from the free-throw line. The Bucks finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 14 offensive boards, while also recording 10 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

The importance of following team’s news leading up to game time cannot be understated. It can be extremely profitable for a bettor to find a motivational edge for teams. Reading the situation correctly for motivational edges can be difficult at times. Paying attention to the news cycle and identifying patterns can be useful in identifying who the public will be backing. Every other sports article I read this week seemed to be focused on how easy Kentucky’s route to the Final Four is. I guarantee the Kansas State basketball team has been seeing the same thing. Motivational factors can include the opponent trash talking, an event that rallies the team, or the underdog theme (see Philadelphia Eagles).

When a player runs his mouth before a collegiate or professional level game, it can be a sign of a lack of discipline, nerves getting the best of someone, and a secret admiration for the opponent. NFL players take shots at the Patriots all the time, but they rarely feel the need to disrespect the Browns before a game. There is nothing to prove by trashing the Browns. Trash talking an opponent is oftentimes a way to get inside their head, possibly because the initiator is worried about the outcome.

The University of Louisiana Lafayette’s head basketball coach did a pregame interview last week before playing LSU in the NIT tournament. He railed on LSU for being afraid to play them, claiming the game should have been a home game for the Ragin’ Cajuns. If you listened to Monday’s edition of the BangtheBook podcast featuring Kyle Hunter, you heard about the edges that can be found by following news. He went on and predicted LSU’s basketball team was going into a bad spot in the following game, facing Utah. Sure enough, LSU lost by 24 points.

Flashback to the 2017 AFC Divisional Round football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Jacksonville Jaguars. Le’veon Bell and several other Steelers mentioned throughout the week how excited they were to play the New England Patriots the following week. They spoke as though they were not playing a professional football game the next day against some of the best athletes in the world. Le’Veon Bell’s demeanor carried throughout the locker room and the Pittsburgh Steelers went on to lose outright to the 7.5 point underdog Jacksonville Jaguars, giving up 4.5 times more points than the Buffalo Bills did to the Jags the week before.

Another example occurred during the last College Football Playoffs. Dabo Swinney, before Clemson faced Alabama in the first round, stated that he voted for Ohio State instead of Alabama to be in the playoffs. Alabama won 24-6, and covered the spread. During postgame interviews Alabama players thanked Dabo Swinney for all the bulletin board material he gave them. If the head coach is setting examples like that, it’s certainly going to be imitated by the team. Athletes rallying during tough times is one of my favorite aspects about sports.

Last NFL season, the Houston Texans were getting prepared to travel to Seattle as 5.5 point underdogs. During the week, news broke that their owner had referred to football players as “inmates.” The initial reaction was to fade the Texans who moved to a 6.5 point underdog. The Texans went on to play in the one of the best games of the season and cover the spread, nearly winning outright in Seattle.

You should never blindly bet a game solely based on a motivational factor, but it certainly can provide edges. Everyone should be checking team social media accounts and websites for injuries, but do not overlook the importance of motivational edges in the news stream. With the NBA playoffs starting soon, some of the premier trash talkers will be showcasing their skills in a very drama-filled league. I will be looking for matchups with history between the teams and slights by opponents. The same concept applies to baseball. If you see a nasty series, circle the next time those teams play and look for slumping teams to get up in those spots.

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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Jets and Predators face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Predators are hosting the game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Predators are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Jets.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Predators will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Predators on the moneyline</li><li>The Predators should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Jets Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 17-3-0. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 2-0 in the first period, the Jets stormed back, with seven different players contributing goals. Two of Winnipeg’s goals came with an empty net.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense fired 34 shots on goal and scored 7 times in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay. The Jets added two empty-netters, with Cole Perfetti netting his 4th goal of the season and Nikolaj Ehlers scoring his 9th. Ehlers also picked up his 9th assist earlier in the game.</p> <p>Winnipeg had 7 different goal scorers, including Alex Iafallo, who scored his first of the season on a power play. Josh Morrissey contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 13.</p><p>Defensively, the Jets will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game and a total of four to the Lightning. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves but finished with a save percentage of 86.7%. The Jets' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Nashville?</h3><p>The Predators improved to 6-11-3 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Nashville, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, the Predators responded with five different players contributing goals. Two of Nashville’s goals came with the Avalanche’s net empty.</p><p>Nashville's offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play, followed by Colton Sissons' first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal on another power play, while Filip Forsberg scored his seventh on an empty net. Gustav Nyquist, with his fourth goal, also scored on an empty net.</p> <p>The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Josi, who scored his first goal, also picked up his sixth assist. Nyquist added his fourth assist on Forsberg's empty-netter.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal of the game at 17:06 in the second period but held strong after allowing another late goal at 17:43 in the third. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the Predators' defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

<h3><strong>ATLANTA FALCONS at NEW ORLEANS SAINTS, 1 PM ET Sunday</strong></h3>
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Drew Brees is out of this game with fractured ribs and a punctured lung. So head coach Sean Payton has tabbed Taysom Hill for this start, as Jameis Winston may or may not see some action.

Atlanta (3-6 SU, 4-5 ATS) is an interesting proposition. The Falcons, who came on strong to close out with a 6-2 mark in the second half of 2019, appear to be putting forth some honest efforts under interim coach Raheem Morris. It's funny, because the message we got from owner Arthur Blank was that Morris might have been able to campaign for the long-term job if he went undefeated. And who knows - maybe he is re-thinking things as the Falcons have won three of their last four games.

Clearly we knew they had an awful lot of talent. But maybe Dan Quinn was trying to do too much. Matt Ryan is always doing a lot, it seems. He is not throwing up the kind of numbers he was during the Super Bowl season, but they're pretty good - 2746 yards and 15 touchdowns. The acquisition of Todd Gurley is at least something that makes other teams defend the run, even if he is averaging just 3.7 yards per carry.

New Orleans is ranked #1 in the NFL in Total DVOA, an overall strength metric developed by the folks at Football Outsiders. And of course they have come up with two pretty solid wins over Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Michael Thomas has returned to the lineup, and that will help Hill. So will Alvin Kamara, who is averaging 4.7 yards per carry and has caught 67 passes, which is more than twice as much as anyone else on the roster. Certainly Hill can use a short-range outlet.

Interestingly enough, Atlanta hasn't done badly against the run. The Falcons are tops in the league against "Power Success" and fourth in Stuff Rate. So they aren't exactly sieve-like up front.

Yes, these Falcons possess some virtues.

And <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bas"><strong>BetAnySports</strong> </a>patrons who are familiar with their season at all know that they have lost a number of games in VERY bizarre fashion. And if those games had gone the other way, they could be 6-3 or 7-2. And that would change the way we look at them, I guess. But you know what? Even if that had happened, they still wouldn't be as good as this New Orleans team, which by the way has scored 27 or more points in eight of nine games.

Hill has thrown only five passes this season, and 30 in his career. But as we know, he has obvious talents. He will bring a very real RPO threat to the table. And he runs with power. He is, by all accounts, pretty relentless too.

Payton and the Saints (7-2 SU, 4-5 ATS) were anything but lost when Brees was absent with his thumb injury last season. Under Teddy Bridgewater, they won five straight games. And Payton reinforced his credentials as one of the foremost offensive architects in the business.

And here's the thing - the general consensus is that just as Morris is "auditioning" to be the Falcons' "permanent" coach, this serves as an audition for Hill to see if he has what it takes to be Brees' eventual successor.

As such, you just get the sense that Payton has really been anxious for this opportunity. And you can bet he had a lot of fun compiling this game plan. And since his teammates love him, just imagine the effort they'll put forth behind him.

The Saints will keep things rolling with another dimension to the attack, and we don't want to bet against the industrious Hill. We'll take NEW ORLEANS.

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