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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Cardinals? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Montagne Center in Beaumont, TX. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 137.5 points, with Lamar being favored by -4.5 at home against Incarnate Word.</p><h3>INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS VS LAMAR CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Incarnate Word Cardinals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Montagne Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Lamar pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Beaumont Possible for the Cardinals?</h3><p>Incarnate Word evened their season record at 5-5 with a 55-49 road win over Stephen F. Austin on Saturday. Entering the game as +5 underdogs, the Cardinals not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Incarnate Word led 26-18 at halftime and added 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 104 fell well short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Incarnate Word struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 35.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, with a rough 20% performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Davion Bailey led the way with 19 points, connecting on 4 of 13 from three-point range. Keon Thompson added 17 points, shooting 50% from deep, while Jalin Anderson contributed 14 points. The Cardinals managed just 6 assists as a team, with Bailey failing to register one.</p><p>Incarnate Word Cardinals put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponents to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% success rate.</p> <p>Even when sending their opponents to the free-throw line, the Cardinals didn’t pay too much, as they allowed just 15 made free throws on 27 attempts, a 55% shooting performance. However, they did give up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Cardinals Win at Montagne Center?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 5-6 on the season with a 63-61 win over Houston Christian on Saturday. Lamar, who were -9.5 favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points (124) fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Lamar trailed 36-29 at halftime but turned things around by holding the Huskies to 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 points of their own.</p><p>In their previous game, the Lamar Cardinals put up 63 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 5 of 16 three-point attempts, shooting 31.2% from beyond the arc, and went just 2 for 4 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Bryson Dawkins and Julian Mackey each added 20 points, with Mackey shooting 60% from deep. The Cardinals recorded 19 assists and 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Lamar's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field on 28 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, the Cardinals gave up 23 two-pointers on 51 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Lamar's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 2 free throws. Lamar allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (-213) will host the New Orleans Pelicans (+177) in a non-conference matchup. The Magic are favored by 5.5 points and the over/under line is set at 213.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando and can be seen on Gulf.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PELICANS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 113-100 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with Zion Williamson points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.9% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Pelicans Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 3-6 on the season after a 131-122 home loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday. New Orleans entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 253 points exceeded the over/under line of 224.5 by 28.5 points.</p> <p>After leading 34-29 after the 1st quarter, New Orleans struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters. A 10-0 run by the Cavaliers pushed the score from 48-39 to 58-39, and Cleveland outscored the Pelicans 40-29 in the 3rd quarter. New Orleans tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 34-32, but couldn’t overcome the 99-88 deficit they faced going into the final period.</p><p>Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 29 points and 8 rebounds in their 131-122 loss to the Cavaliers, shooting 50% from the field. Jose Alvarado added 27 points, hitting 7 threes at a perfect 100% rate, finishing with a 71.4% overall shooting percentage.</p> <p>As a team, the Pelicans connected on 13 threes, shooting 48.1% from beyond the arc and 47.7% overall. Williamson scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Alvarado added 14 in the final period.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Cavaliers, giving up 131 points on Wednesday. Their toughest stretch came in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed 40 points. Cleveland shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>New Orleans also had trouble defending the three, as the Cavaliers hit 17 threes at a 48% clip. The Pelicans sent Cleveland to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Magic Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Magic dropped to 3-6 on the season following a 118-111 road loss to the Pacers on Wednesday. Orlando entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 229, just edging past the 227.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Orlando went on a 13-0 run to take the lead, going from 51-38 to 64-38. They outscored the Pacers 31-23 in the 2nd quarter and 28-26 in the 3rd, but after trailing 38-26 after the 1st quarter, they couldn’t complete the comeback, as Indiana outscored them 31-26 in the 4th.</p><p>Franz Wagner led the Magic with 28 points in their 118-111 loss to the Pacers, adding 11 points in the 1st quarter and 10 more in the 2nd. Jalen Suggs contributed 15 points, while Moritz Wagner added 14.</p> <p>Orlando shot 51.2% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 7 threes at a 28% clip. Anthony Black scored 10 of his 12 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, the Magic couldn’t overcome a rough 1st, where they allowed 38 points, leading to a 118-111 loss to the Pacers. Orlando gave up 31 points in the 4th quarter as well. Indiana shot 53% from the field.</p> <p>The Magic allowed 12 threes on 46% shooting from deep. The Pacers also went to the line 26 times, hitting 24 free throws. Orlando finished with 28 defensive rebounds, giving up 4 offensive boards, while adding 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Lumberjacks? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Johnson Coliseum in Nacogdoches, TX. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 127.5 points, with Stephen F. Austin being favored by -9.5 at home against Houston Christian.</p><h3>HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES VS STEPHEN F. AUSTIN LUMBERJACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Johnson Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Lumberjacks.</li><li>Even though we have Stephen F. Austin winning straight-up, we like Houston Christian at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Huskies Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Houston Christian fell to 2-10 on the season after a narrow 63-61 loss to Lamar on Saturday. Despite being +9.5 point underdogs, the Huskies kept it close and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 36-29 at halftime, Houston Christian struggled in the second half, scoring only 25 points while allowing 34. The Huskies will need to address their second-half performance moving forward.</p><p>In their recent game, the Huskies managed just 61 points, shooting 39.7% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, with a 44.1% success rate on two-point attempts. They hit 77.8% of their free throws, going 7-for-9 from the line.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 61.5% overall and 57.1% from three. Bryson Dawkins and Julian Mackey each added 20 points, with Dawkins grabbing 8 rebounds. Mackey connected on 60% of his threes, while Dawkins shot 37.5% from deep.</p><p>Despite Houston Christian's defense allowing 63 points, they held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 28 made baskets on 67 attempts. The Huskies gave up 23 two-pointers on 51 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 2, shooting 50%. The Huskies allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Stephen F. Austin Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lumberjacks dropped to 4-7 on the season after a 55-49 home loss to Incarnate Word on Saturday. Entering the game as 5-point favorites, SFA not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 104 fell well short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 26-18 at halftime, the Lumberjacks scored 31 points in the second half but allowed 29, unable to close the gap. The loss adds to a tough season for SFA, who will look to bounce back in their next outing.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points on 31.4% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit only 2 of 18 three-point attempts, shooting 11.1% from deep.</p> <p>The Lumberjacks also shot 55.6% from the free-throw line, making 15 of 27 attempts. They grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and finished with 8 assists. Davion Bailey led the team with 19 points, while Keon Thompson and Jalin Anderson each added 17 points, with Thompson hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Stephen F. Austin put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 55 points on 31% shooting from the field. The Lumberjacks were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Stephen F. Austin's defense allowed 14 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts, shooting 55%. The Lumberjacks gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at H&PE Arena in Houston, TX. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Texas Southern as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 136.5 points.</p><h3>GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS VS TEXAS SOUTHERN TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Grambling State Tigers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at H&PE Arena at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GRAMBLING STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Texas Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Grambling State Be The Talk of H&PE Arena?</h3><h3>Grambling State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Grambling State’s season woes continued with a 73-55 road loss to Prairie View A&M on Saturday, January 4th, dropping their record to 0-11. The Tigers entered the game as -2.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-29 at halftime, Grambling State managed just 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 128 fell short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>Grambling State's offense put up 55 points in their last game, shooting 55.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.8%, with a strong 62.9% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 10 threes (30%).</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on only 2 of 8 attempts (25%). Tanahj Pettway led the way with 23 points, while Braelon Bush added 17 points and 6 assists, making 5 of 6 threes (83.3%).</p><p>Grambling State's defense struggled, giving up 73 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed 17 of 34 two-point attempts to fall.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tigers gave up 11 threes on 18 attempts, a 61% shooting clip. They also sent the opposition to the line 7 times, where they hit 6 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Tigers Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Texas Southern Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Southern’s season struggles continued with a 67-58 loss to Southern on Saturday, dropping them to 0-11. The Tigers were slight favorites at -1 but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-21 at halftime, Texas Southern scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38, unable to close the gap.</p><p>Texas Southern struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 27.9% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 32.8%, but they did hit 82.6% of their free throws, going 19-for-23 from the line.</p> <p>Jordan Johnson led the way with 20 points, hitting 5-of-9 from beyond the arc, while Zaire Hayes added 19 points despite shooting just 1-of-5 from three. The Tigers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with 8 assists as a team.</p><p>Even with Texas Southern's defense holding their opponent to just 67 points on 27% shooting, the Tigers couldn't come out on top. They limited two-point attempts to 12/43 and three-point shots to 5/18, both at 27%.</p> <p>Texas Southern sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they converted 19 free throws at an 82% rate. The Tigers also allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Grambling State Tigers vs Texas Southern Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>The Bulls and Shockers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Shockers will host the game at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS. The over/under for this game is set at 154.5 points, and Wichita State is favored by -8.5 vs. South Florida in a American Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Florida Bulls +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH FLORIDA BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Even though we have Wichita State winning straight-up, we like South Florida at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bulls Make it Happen in Wichita?</h3><h3>South Florida Bulls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulls improved to 7-6 on the season with a 75-69 win over East Carolina on Tuesday, December 31st. Playing at home, South Florida entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game hit 144, just over the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>South Florida took a 34-25 lead into halftime but allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41 of their own. Despite the defensive lapse, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>South Florida put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 20 attempts, and were solid at the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 for 80%.</p> <p>Jordan Riley led the Bulls with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 8 of 13 from the floor. Kobe Knox was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, including 3 of 3 from three-point range, finishing with 18 points.</p><p>South Florida's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bulls' defense saw the other team hit 7 of 20 threes, or 35%. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 80% rate. South Florida gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Shockers Win at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 9-4 on the season after a 91-85 road loss to Temple on Friday. The Shockers entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 153.5.</p> <p>Wichita State led 39-37 at halftime but allowed 54 points in the second half while scoring 46 of their own. The Shockers will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Wichita State put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.3%. They hit 35% from three-point range, going 7-for-20, and shot 53.3% on two-point attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a weak spot, as they connected on just 57.1% of their 28 attempts.</p> <p>The Shockers grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists. Justin Hill led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, hitting 4-of-8 from beyond the arc. Jamal Mashburn Jr. contributed 24 points, while Quincy Ballard added 13 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field.</p><p>Wichita State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 91 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 52% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 38 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Shockers gave up 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Wichita State allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

South Florida Bulls vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bonnies and Rams. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Rams at Rose Hill Gymnasium in Bronx, NY. Get ready to place your bets! St. Bonaventure is favored by -6 in this Atlantic 10 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 142 points.</p><h3>ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES VS FORDHAM RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fordham Rams +6</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Hill Gymnasium at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FORDHAM RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Fordham pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can St. Bonaventure Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>St. Bonaventure Bonnies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bonnies improved to 12-1 on the season with a 77-75 win over VCU on Tuesday. St. Bonaventure covered the spread as +2.5 point underdogs at home.</p> 

<p>They led 38-34 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points of 152 went over the pre-game line of 134.5.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 55.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-15 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Bonnies shot 73.7%, making 14 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>Phillip Russell led the way with 26 points in just 27 minutes, shooting 62.5% overall and hitting 6 of 12 from three-point range. Noel Brown and Melvin Council Jr. each added 20 points, with Brown shooting 61.5% from the field. The Bonnies recorded 11 offensive rebounds and 9 assists as a team.</p><p>St. Bonaventure's defense struggled, giving up 75 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 24 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. Bonaventure's opponent shot 33%, hitting 5 of 15 attempts. The Bonnies also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws (73%). St. Bonaventure gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Fordham Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Fordham Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Fordham’s season record dropped to 7-6 after a tough 88-63 home loss to Saint Louis on Tuesday. The Rams, who were favored by 1 point, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 42-29 at halftime, Fordham couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 151 fell just short of the 154.5 over/under line.</p><p>Fordham's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range, finishing with 63 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, and they managed 8 offensive rebounds and 12 assists.</p> <p>Gibson Jimerson was a standout, hitting 5 threes at 71.4% and finishing with 33 points and 8 rebounds. Robbie Avila and Isaiah Swope both shot 58.3%, with Avila adding 19 points and 4 assists, and Swope contributing 15 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 88 points, Fordham's defense held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, with 24 made field goals on 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Rams allowed 19 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fordham's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. The Rams also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 10 shots, a 71% free-throw percentage. Fordham gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Cowboys and Demons game? Catch the action at Prather Coliseum in Natchitoches, LA, as the Demons hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. McNeese State is favored by -10.5 in this Southland conference contest against Northwestern State. The game's over/under currently sits at 130.5 points.</p><h3>MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS VS NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern State Demons +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prather Coliseum at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Demons.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will McNeese State Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>McNeese State Cowboys Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>McNeese State improved to 7-5 on the season with a 75-56 road win over East Texas A&M on Saturday. The Cowboys entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>McNeese State took control early, leading 41-23 at halftime. They scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>McNeese State put up 75 points in their latest game, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.4%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts (22/37) and connected on 33.3% from beyond the arc (6/18). The Cowboys also went 13/20 from the free-throw line, shooting 65%.</p> <p>Javohn Garcia led the way, scoring 24 points on 9/12 shooting, including 2/4 from three, and adding 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Yusef Salih contributed 18 points, hitting 4/8 from deep and 6/12 overall. Quadir Copeland chipped in 13 points, going 5/8 from the field and dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>McNeese State's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 56 points and a 31% shooting performance. They limited two-point shots to 10/28, or 35%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, McNeese State gave up 10 threes on 36 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Demons Chances at Home</h3><h3>Northwestern State Demons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Northwestern State improved to 4-7 on the season with a 68-66 win over Nicholls on Saturday, January 4th. The Demons, playing at home, were favored by 1.5 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Northwestern State led 36-33 at halftime and scored 32 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The total points for the game were 134, falling short of the 138.5-point over/under line.</p><p>Northwestern State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.6% from the field and 27.8% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 42.1%. They did manage to hit 79.2% of their free throws, going 19-for-24 from the line.</p> <p>Micah Thomas and Michael Gray Jr. each contributed 18 points, with Gray hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% clip. Addison Patterson added 12 rebounds and 4 assists, while Byron Ireland dished out 6 assists. The Demons also grabbed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Northwestern State's defense held their opponent to 66 points on 38% shooting from the field, including 43% on two-point attempts (17/39). They also limited three-point damage, with the opposing team hitting just 5 of 18 threes (27%).</p> <p>The Demons sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws (79%). Northwestern State also allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Bears and Tigers game? Catch the action at Raider Arena in Destin, FL, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FloH. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141 points, with the Tigers being the favored team playing at home against the Bears.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee State Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at Raider Arena at 12:00 ET on Friday, November 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-67 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Bears Chances in Destin</h3><p>Mercer, who is preparing for their 4th game of the season, has a current record of 1-2. In the previous ten road games, which includes last year, Mercer has a record of 3-7. As Mercer gets ready to face Tennessee State, their ATS record stands at 0-2. Looking back over their last ten games which includes the previous season, Mercer has gone 3-5-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Mercer's games have, on average, featured 144 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-1-0. Their average over/under line is currently 138.2 points so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Bears' games have averaged 64 points per game, along with an over/under record of 2-2.</p><p>In their previous game, the Bears' offense finished with 67 points, which is right in line with their current average of 65.8 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Jalyn McCreary, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14.8, while Robby Carmody also carries a PPG average of 11 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Mercer defense is giving up an average of 76.0 points per contest. So far, the Mercer defense is giving up an average of 9.0 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.8 times per game (295th).</p><h3>Will the Tigers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Tennessee State has a 1-1 record so far this season and will be playing their third game. All of their games this season have been on the road. As of today's game, Tennessee State has a 1-1 record against the spread. Over their last ten games, spanning across the previous season, Tennessee State is 4-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through two games, Tennessee State has an over/under record of 1-1-0 with their games averaging a combined 149.5 points per game so far. The Tigers' last five games have culminated with an average of 82 points per game and an over/under record of 2-0.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Tennessee State offense ended with 67 points against Oregon. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50% and made 4 threes. The team's scoring leader is EJ Bellinger, who holds an average of 15.2 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Marcus Fitzgerald Jr. is averaging 10.4 points per game this season.</p><p>The Tigers' defense is presently ranked 90th nationally, allowing an average of 69.2 points per contest. Tennessee State's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Oregon offense to knock down 53% of their shots on their way to putting up 92 points.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Bulldogs and Eagles game? Catch the action at Physical Education Complex in Baltimore, MD, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. South Carolina State come into this Mid-Eastern conference matchup as the -10.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS COPPIN STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Coppin State Eagles +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Physical Education Complex at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COPPIN STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Coppin State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>South Carolina State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Carolina State improved to 5-9 on the season with an 86-72 road win over Morgan State on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 46-37 at halftime, South Carolina State maintained control in the 2nd half, outscoring Morgan State 40-35 to secure the win.</p><p>South Carolina State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 55% shooting performance from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-11, and were strong inside, hitting 57.1% of their two-point shots. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 60%.</p> <p>Kameron Hobbs led the way with 22 points, while Drayton Jones added 20 in just 20 minutes of play. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, shooting 75% from the field, and Omar Croskey chipped in 17 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots. Daniel Akitoby was nearly perfect, going 6-for-7 from the field.</p><p>South Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed their opponent to shoot 56% on two-point attempts, with 21 made baskets out of 37 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, South Carolina State's defense gave up 5 threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 57%. The Bulldogs allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Coppin State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Coppin State Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Coppin State improved to 2-13 on the season with a 63-61 home win over North Carolina Central on Saturday, January 4th. Entering the game as +8.5 point underdogs, the Eagles not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-23 at halftime, Coppin State turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring North Carolina Central 40-31. The game’s total points of 124 fell under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Coppin State's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field. They hit 50% from three-point range, connecting on 9 of 18 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 37.9% on two-point shots.</p> <p>Camaren Sparrow was a standout from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 14 points and 5 assists. Po'Boigh King led the team in scoring with 18 points, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 61 points, Coppin State's defense held the opposing team to 42% shooting from the field, with 20 made baskets on 47 attempts. They were particularly effective inside the arc, limiting their opponent to just 11 two-point field goals on 29 attempts, a 37% shooting rate.</p> 

<p>From beyond the arc, Coppin State allowed 9 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 50% from deep. At the free-throw line, their opponent went 14/21, hitting 66% of their free throws. Coppin State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mountain Hawks and Greyhounds. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Greyhounds at Reitz Arena in Baltimore, MD. Get ready to place your bets! Lehigh come into this Patriot League conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS VS LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Loyola Maryland Greyhounds +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reitz Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Greyhounds.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Maryland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mountain Hawks Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountain Hawks improved to 4-6 on the season after a 66-64 win over Bucknell on Thursday. Lehigh, who were -3 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the O/U line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>Lehigh rallied in the 2nd half, outscoring Bucknell 37-24 after trailing 33-20 at halftime. Their strong defensive effort was key to the comeback.</p><p>Lehigh struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.8% from the field and 34.2% on two-point attempts. They connected on 33.3% of their threes, hitting 9 of 27, and managed a 40% effective field goal percentage. At the free-throw line, they shot 61.9%, making 13 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Nasir Whitlock led the way with 20 points, shooting 70% overall and 75% from deep (3/4). Noah Williamson added 17 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.3%. Cam Gillus and Josh Bascoe both had 5 assists, with Bascoe struggling from the field, hitting just 27.8% of his shots.</p><p>Lehigh's defense held strong, giving up just 64 points while limiting their opponent to 33% shooting from the field. The Mountain Hawks were particularly effective inside, where they allowed only 13 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 34% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lehigh's defense conceded 9 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 33%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 13, shooting 61%. Lehigh gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Greyhounds Win at Home?</h3><p>Loyola Maryland fell to 4-7 on the season after a narrow 74-72 loss to Holy Cross on Thursday. The Greyhounds were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, and while they didn’t get the win, they did cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the over/under line of 139.5.</p> <p>Loyola Maryland led 36-33 at halftime but couldn’t hold on, allowing 41 points in the second half while scoring 36 themselves. This game marked another close loss for the Greyhounds, who are looking to turn things around as the season progresses.</p><p>Loyola Maryland put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They hit 36.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 19 attempts, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 17 of 20 for 85%.</p> <p>Aidan Richard was a standout, hitting 6 of 8 threes for 75% and finishing with 18 points. Jordan Stiemke led the team with 19 points, shooting 57.1% overall, while Milos Ilic contributed 12 rebounds and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Loyola Maryland's defensive struggles, allowing 74 points on 50% shooting from the field, they couldn't overcome their defensive lapses. The Greyhounds gave up 11 threes on 23 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 47% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Even with their defensive issues, Loyola Maryland limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts.</p>

Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Loyola Maryland Greyhounds NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Lions and Hornets face off at 7:00 ET on SWAC. The Hornets are hosting the game at Dunn-Oliver Acadome in Montgomery, AL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 164.5 points, and Alabama State is favored by -16.5 to win at home against UAPB.</p><h3>UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS ALABAMA STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dunn-Oliver Acadome at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama State winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Lions Lock in a Win at Montgomery?</h3><p>UAPB's season continued to be a struggle after their 89-79 loss to Alabama A&M on Saturday, dropping them to 1-11. The Golden Lions were +9.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>UAPB trailed 41-34 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the second half, despite scoring 45 points. They allowed 48 points in the second half, and the game’s total points of 168 went over the pre-game O/U line of 162.5.</p><p>Doctor Bradley led the way for UAPB with 30 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.1% from the field in their last game. Chad Moodie was also efficient, going 8-for-10 from the field and adding 19 points and 9 rebounds. Bilal Abdur-Rahman was perfect from the field, hitting all 3 of his shots, including 2 threes, for 18 points in just 15 minutes.</p> <p>As a team, UAPB shot 44.8% from the field and 35.3% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 58.3% of their attempts. The Golden Lions grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and finished with 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite UAPB's efforts, their defense couldn't contain the opposition, allowing 89 points on 49% shooting. The Golden Lions struggled to defend inside, giving up 62% shooting on two-point attempts (23/37).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UAPB held the other team to 27% shooting (6/22). However, they sent them to the line 38 times, where they converted 25 free throws (65%). UAPB also allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Alabama State Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Alabama State improved to 4-9 on the season with a dominant 84-55 win over Mississippi Valley State on Saturday. Playing at home, the Hornets were -22 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 139, just over the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 39-29 at halftime, Alabama State clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 26 points while scoring 45 of their own to seal the win.</p><p>Alabama State put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 44.4% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, and they hit 76.9% of their free throws, going 20-for-26 from the line.</p> <p>Alvin Stredic led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, while Micah Octave and CJ Hines each added 14 points. Hines also dished out 6 assists. The Hornets grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and finished with 14 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Alabama State's defense allowing 55 points, they couldn't capitalize offensively, giving up 28 made field goals on 50% shooting. The Hornets allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Alabama State's defense allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 44%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws at a 76% clip. Alabama State gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Eagles and Yellow Jackets face off at 12:00 ET on ESPNU. The Yellow Jackets are hosting the game at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA. This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Georgia Tech is favored to win by -6.5 at home vs. Boston College.</p><h3>BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Eagles?</h3><h3>Boston College Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Boston College improved to 9-5 on the season with a 78-68 win over Miami on Wednesday. The Eagles, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 146, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-29 at halftime, BC turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Miami 49-27. The Eagles’ strong defensive effort and offensive surge were key to their comeback win.</p><p>Boston College put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a 48.8% mark on two-pointers and 38.5% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 80.8%, hitting 21 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Matthew Cleveland led the Eagles with 21 points, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. Chad Venning added 17 points in just 18 minutes, shooting 70% from the field. Joshua Beadle was perfect from deep, going 2 for 2 and finishing with 13 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall.</p><p>Boston College gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Boston College's defense saw the other team hit 5 of 13 threes, good for 38%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, an 80% clip. Boston College allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Georgia Tech Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech improved to 7-7 on the season with an 86-75 home win over Notre Dame on Tuesday, December 31st. The Yellow Jackets, who were favored by 1.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>Tech took control early, leading 43-24 at halftime, but allowed Notre Dame to score 51 points in the second half while matching that total with 43 points of their own.</p><p>Georgia Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 56.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%. They hit 66.7% of their two-point attempts and 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 20 three-point shots.</p> <p>Tae Davis led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, while Javian McCollum and Duncan Powell each added 21 points. Matt Allocco contributed 15 points and 7 assists, and Lance Terry was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to connect on 66% of their two-point attempts, as they went 22/33 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Yellow Jackets gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, with the other team shooting 40%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws, hitting 72%.</p>

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<p>At 4:05 PM ET, the Yankees and Giants square off in an interleague matchup. This one is being played at Oracle Park in San Francisco, and the Yankees are favored on the money line (-146) compared to the Giants at +124. The over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>New York has won four straight and they are 41-19 overall, while the Giants are 3rd in the NL West with a record of 29-30. Blake Snell will start for the Giants, while the Yankees are going with Nestor Cortes. NBCS will be televising Sunday's game.</p><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Yankees Moneyline -146</p><p>This game will be played at Oracle Park at 4:05 ET on Sunday, June 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE YANKEES VS GIANTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Yankees winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Giants to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>New York cruised to a 7-3 win over the Giants in the most recent game of this series. The Yankees had a huge 3rd inning, scoring seven of their nine runs. As for the Giants, they scored their only three runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Yankees were the slight favorites at -107.</p>

<p>Cody Poteet only went five innings for the Yankees but gave up just two hits and two earned runs. He finished the game with six strikeouts but issued one walk. On the other side, Logan Webb struggled on the mound for the Giants, giving up four earned runs in seven innings of work.</p>

<p>Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton each homered for the Yankees, while Juan Soto went 2/3 with two RBIs. Alex Verdugo also had a two-hit game and drove in two runs.</p><h3>Yankees Records & Stats</h3><p>The Yankees are 41-19 overall this season, and they lead the AL East by two games over the Orioles. New York has won four straight games, and they are 8-2 over their last 10. In the AL East, they have gone just .500 at 8-8 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Yankees have gone 18-8 this season, and they have been really good on the road at 23-11. So far, they have been really good in day games, going 17-7 this season. As the favorite, the Yankees are 30-15 this year, and they are 11-4 as the underdog.</p><p>When the Yankees are on the road, they have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 21-13. They have covered the run line in three straight road games and are 12-3 against the run line as the underdog. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.7 runs per game.</p><p>The New York Yankees are on the road today against the San Francisco Giants. The over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The Yankees have an over/under record of 26-32 on the season, and their games have had an average combined run total of 8.0 runs. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 5-8. The over has hit in three straight games for the Yankees.</p><p>New York is sending left-hander Nestor Cortes to the mound today vs. the Giants. He has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 3-4 with a 3.30 ERA. Cortes most recently faced the Angels, where he finished with a no-decision, going 5 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs. Before that outing, he had won two straight starts. Cortes has been much better at home this season, coming in with a 1.12 ERA compared to 6.29 on the road. He has a BB/9 figure of 1.9 compared to 8.49 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Yankees come in as the league's top home run hitting team, and they have also been one of the league's best offensive teams overall, averaging 4.9 runs per game. Not only do the Yankees lead the league in OPS, but they also have the best team slugging percentage in the league. As a team, the Yankees are batting .255, which is the 6th best mark in the league.</p>

<p>Juan Soto and Aaron Judge have been two of the league's top power hitters this season, with Judge's 21 homers leading the MLB and Soto's 15 long balls being the 6th most in the league. Soto comes into the game on a six-game hitting streak, and over his last eight games, he is batting .345 with two homers. Judge has also been hot of late, going 10/31 in his last eight games with six homers.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>San Francisco is 29-30 overall this season, and they have dropped three straight games, losing the first two games of this series vs. the Yankees. The Giants trail the Dodgers by 7.5 games in the NL West and are 3rd in the division. So far, they have gone 12-11 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Giants are 17-13 this year, but they are just 12-17 on the road. As the underdog, the Giants are 12-16 this year and 17-14 when favored. San Francisco has won four straight series, and their overall series record is 10-6-2 this year.</p><p>San Francisco has been a solid run line bet on the road, going 16-13, but they have struggled at home, going 13-17. As the favorite, they are just 12-19 vs. the run line, but as the underdog, they are 17-11. Their average run differential is -0.5 runs per game, with a -0.8 run differential on the road and a -0.1 run differential at home.</p><p>The Giants have been a solid over team this season, with a 31-26 over/under record. Their games have averaged 9.0 runs per game, and they have hit the over in two straight games. Today's over/under line is set at 8 runs, which is right in line with their season average. When the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 6-5-1. Overall, 30.5% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8 runs, while 49.2% have had lower lines.</p><p>Blake Snell is getting the start for the Giants at home against the Yankees. He has made 3 starts this season and has yet to record a win. Snell's last start was a no-decision vs. the Phillies, and he has yet to go more than 4 innings in a start this season.</p><p>Thairo Estrada has been the Giants' most consistent power threat this season, as his eight home runs are the best mark on the team and 13th in the league. He also leads the team with 31 RBIs. Estrada is currently on a four-game hitting streak and is batting .248 for the season. Michael Conforto is also near the top of the Giants' home run and RBI leaderboards, as he has seven homers and 20 RBIs while batting .280.</p>

<p>San Francisco's offense has been pretty average this season, as they are 16th in runs scored and have a team batting average of .246. Over their last seven games, Brett Wisely has been hot, going 9/22 with a home run and five RBIs. Wisely is batting .409 in this stretch. Mike Yastrzemski has also gone deep in his last seven games, but he is hitting just .208 in this stretch.</p>

New York Yankees vs San Francisco Giants Betting Pick & Prediction 6/2/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (+209) will take on the Detroit Pistons (-252) in a non-conference matchup. The Pistons (-6.5) are favored and have won three straight games. The over/under line is set at 225.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. The Trail Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference with a record of 12-22. Meanwhile, the Pistons are 9th in the East at 17-18.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS DETROIT PISTONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-111 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Trail Blazers Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Portland improved to 12-22 on the season with a 105-102 road win over the Bucks on Saturday. The Blazers entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game finished well below the O/U line of 228.5, with just 207 points scored.</p> <p>Portland took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Milwaukee 26-20. After a 25-21 3rd quarter in favor of the Bucks, the Blazers entered the 4th quarter trailing 76-75. Portland finished strong, winning the 4th quarter 30-26 to seal the victory.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the Trail Blazers with 28 points and 8 assists in their 105-102 win over the Bucks, hitting 5 threes at 41.7%. Deni Avdija contributed 19 points and 14 rebounds, making 3 threes, while Shaedon Sharpe added 16 points.</p> <p>Simons scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, and 11 in the 3rd, while Toumani Camara added 7 of his 15 points in the opening period. Portland hit 13 threes at 36.1%, shooting 48.2% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 31 points in the 1st quarter, the Trail Blazers tightened up defensively, allowing just 20 points in the 2nd quarter, and held the Bucks to 102 points overall. Portland conceded 25 points in the 3rd and 26 in the 4th, while Milwaukee shot 43% from the field.</p>

<p>The Blazers did well defending the three, holding the Bucks to 13 made threes on 31% shooting. Portland also sent Milwaukee to the line just 9 times, with the Bucks making 7 free throws. The Blazers grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can Detroit Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 119-105 victory over the Timberwolves on Saturday, the Pistons improved to 17-18 on the season. Detroit, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total of 224 points went over the pre-game line of 216.</p> <p>Detroit took control with a 15-0 run, stretching the score from 33-28 to 48-28. They held Minnesota to just 15 points in the 2nd quarter before outscoring them 41-38 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 96-81 lead, the Pistons managed to hold off the Timberwolves, who edged them 24-23 in the final period.</p><p>Cade Cunningham's 40-point, 9-assist performance led the Pistons to a win over the Timberwolves, as he shot 51.7% from the field and hit 4 threes at a 50% clip. Malik Beasley added 23 points, knocking down 6 threes at 42.9%.</p> <p>Detroit hit 13 threes as a team, shooting 34.2% from deep and 48.4% overall. Cunningham scored 14 points in the 3rd quarter, while Beasley added 9 in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough 3rd quarter where they allowed 38 points, the Pistons' defense held strong in the 2nd, giving up just 15 points, and limited the Timberwolves to 24 points in the 4th, securing a 119-105 win. Overall, Detroit held Minnesota to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Timberwolves from beyond the arc, allowing 16 made threes on 40% shooting. Detroit sent Minnesota to the line 26 times, where they hit 21 free throws. The Pistons also recorded 12 steals in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Horned Frogs and Cougars. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN2, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 128.5 points, and Houston is favored by -18.5 vs. TCU in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>TCU HORNED FROGS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like TCU at +18.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Horned Frogs Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>TCU improved to 8-5 on the season with a narrow 63-62 win over Kansas State on Saturday. The Horned Frogs were favored by 3 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>TCU led 27-24 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. Despite not covering the spread, the Horned Frogs got the win at home.</p><p>TCU's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.3% from the field and 39.1% on two-point attempts. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 15 three-point shots.</p> <p>Noah Reynolds led the Horned Frogs with 18 points, shooting 53.8% from the field. Trazarien White and Vasean Allette each added 14 points, with White hitting 3 of 4 from deep.</p><p>TCU's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (24/61). They limited two-point shooting to 39% (18/46).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts (40%). Their opponent also shot 56% from the free-throw line, making 9 of 16.</p><h3>Can Houston Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Houston improved to 10-3 on the season with an 86-55 win over BYU on Saturday. Playing at home, they entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 47 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Houston's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points with a field goal percentage of 49.2% (29/59). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their three-point shooting, where they hit 16 of 34 attempts (47.1%).</p> <p>The Cougars also connected on 75% of their free throws (12/16) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, while dishing out 15 assists. Emanuel Sharp led the way with 18 points in 20 minutes, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc. Terrance Arceneaux added 15 points, shooting 4 of 5 from three-point range, and Trevin Knell and Mylik Wilson each chipped in 12 points, with Wilson going 5 for 5 from the field.</p><p>Despite Houston's defensive struggles, they managed to hold the opposing team to 55 points. The Cougars allowed their opponents to shoot 49% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 59 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston's defense gave up 16 threes on 34 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. The opposing team also went 12/16 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their shots. Houston allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Devils and Kraken. The game is starting at 10:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The Devils are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Kraken. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Kraken.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+162)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for New Jersey?</h3><p>New Jersey fell to 24-15-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames scored all three of their goals. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. This marks the 19th time this season they’ve been held scoreless.</p> <p>New Jersey struggled with giveaways, recording 19 in the game. After a scoreless first and second period, the Flames scored three times in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils' defense also had 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Seattle's 2-0 loss to the Bruins dropped their record to 17-20-3. The Kraken entered as 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>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, and Seattle’s offense couldn’t respond. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but failed to find the net.</p><p>Seattle's offense struggled in their latest game, failing to score on 23 shots on goal. They were shut out for the first time this season and recorded 19 giveaways.</p> <p>Despite their efforts, the Kraken couldn't find the net in any period, including on their power play opportunities. The game ended in a 2-0 loss to Boston.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken will look to bounce back after giving up two early goals in their last game against the Bruins. Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways and 18 hits. However, they allowed the first two goals, with the second coming on a power play at 10:03 in the first period.</p>

New Jersey Devils vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

The bowl season starts on December 20, six days after the Army vs. Navy game. That standalone game in what we’ll call “Week 16” is the only game this weekend, at least as far as FBS goes. The FCS playoffs are still humming right along.

This will be our last Opening Line Report of the season. We’ll survey Army/Navy and then look over the bowl games to find the interesting early line movers. These games have a ton of time to draw action and we will see waves of bets throughout the prep period. Bets will come in at various times as limits increase and as we get some clarity about who is playing and who is coaching.

A lot of reactionary stuff will go on as juniors and redshirt sophomores declare for the NFL Draft and as coaches and coordinators take new jobs. We’ll also see “motivation” used a lot, as some teams will be more focused and more excited than others. It is an extremely busy time of year and it can be tough to stay up on the latest.

Here is your final Opening Line Report for the Army/Navy Game and the bowls:

<strong>303/304 Army vs. Navy (-10.5, 41.5) – </strong>The Army/Navy Game stands alone as it always does and always should. Navy is a 10.5-point favorite, which is a little on the light side for most people in the power ratings department, but this game essentially features a running clock, very few possessions, and a low-scoring environment. This total has already gone down from 45 to 41.5. The side hasn’t moved much. Navy has been far and away the better team this season and Army has been a major disappointment with a really easy schedule. It’s just hard to lay double digits in this rivalry. After all, five straight meetings have ended by a TD or less. Navy does have triple revenge, though.

<strong>201/202 Buffalo (-5) vs. Charlotte – </strong>Everybody knows that the MAC is terrible in bowl games. But, Buffalo is taking money in the Bahamas Bowl against Charlotte. If you see any MAC teams taking money in bowls, it is something to monitor very closely. The Buffalo Bulls are that team. This is not a big move at all up from 4.5 to 5, but the MAC generally gets faded hard in these, so this one merits a little attention.

<strong>203/204 Kent State vs. Utah State (-9.5) – </strong>This is more like it, as money has come in on Utah State against Kent State in the Frisco Bowl. The travel is definitely easier for Utah State. Kent State should be highly motivated for its first bowl appearance since 2012. This is also just the third bowl appearance in program history and it comes in just the second year for Sean Lewis. Utah State is the side taking early money, but I’m not entirely sure that it is a true position. It looks like nothing more than a MAC fade to me.

<strong>211/212 SMU (-3.5) at Florida Atlantic – </strong>Yes, that says “at”, as SMU goes to Boca Raton for the Boca Raton Bowl. Lane Kiffin will not be coaching the Owls, as he has taken the head coaching job at Ole Miss. Defensive coordinator Glenn Spencer will be the interim head coach. SMU is clearly the better team here and the team from a much stronger conference. Strength of schedule can be a catalyst for line moves at this time of year. FAU played the 114th-ranked schedule per Sagarin. SMU played the 76th-ranked schedule. This line opened SMU -3 and is up to -3.5 and likely going higher.

<strong>215/216 Washington (-3.5) vs. Boise State – </strong>This is kind of fun. Chris Petersen is stepping away at the end of the season and defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake will take over for the foreseeable future for the Huskies. Petersen gets to face his former team Boise State in the Las Vegas Bowl. The line is up from -3 to -3.5 and some places are threatening to go even higher. Washington will be supremely motivated for the bowl game, but so will Boise State with this type of matchup. This should be a great game. We’ll see how high the line goes before buyback arrives.

<strong>221/222 BYU (-2) at Hawaii – </strong>Hawaii stays home again to play in the Hawaii Bowl. This is actually not a bad spot for BYU. Hawaii has a strong LDS population and head coach Kalani Sitake spent a good amount of his childhood in Hawaii. There are three Hawaiians on the BYU roster. Hawaii is taking the early money in what amounts to a home game, but I would think that we’re going to see BYU take some more money as we go forward. This line is down from 2.5 to as low as 1.5, with 2 the prevailing number, but I’m not sure that this position holds either.

<strong>225/226 Pitt (-10.5) vs. Eastern Michigan – </strong>Pat Narduzzi goes back to Michigan where the Pitt Panthers will take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles in the Quick Lane Bowl in Detroit. Eastern Michigan could have a little bit of crowd support here, but that hasn’t stopped the market from betting this game up from 9.5 to 10.5. The MAC is going to get bet against in a lot of bowl games, particularly against Power Five opponents. That is the case here.

<strong>227/228 North Carolina (-5) vs. Temple – </strong>Temple is closer to Annapolis than North Carolina, so maybe that is part of the move here. It has to be something because former Northern Illinois coach Rod Carey has been a tremendous bowl fade in his career. Give me the two UNC coordinators with a ton of extra time to prepare and I really think that I’m in on the Tar Heels. The market is not to this point, but there are a lot of setups and a lot of head fakes with so much time before theses games. With this Military Bowl, I don’t think this is a true position.

<strong>231/232 Oklahoma State vs. Texas A&amp;M (-6) – </strong>Texas A&amp;M is taking the money in this one, as we’ve gone through the dead zone from -4 up to -6. This is the Texas Bowl, so A&amp;M isn’t leaving the state, but it is a big state and Oklahoma State isn’t that far away either. Oklahoma State lost a lot of offensive talent throughout the season with the injuries to Spencer Sanders and Tylan Wallace. Sanders might be back, but there is a chance that redshirt sophomore Chuba Hubbard makes the decision to go to the NFL. You have to be aware of those types of things, especially with a game-changer like him.

<strong>233/234 USC vs. Iowa (-1.5) – </strong>Iowa’s favorite role is dwindling for the Holiday Bowl against USC. USC stays on the left coast for this one, so they deserved a little bit of a bump for HFA and proximity. We’ll see if Iowans head west to San Diego. It is a little bit interesting to see the way that this line is moving, given that USC has the well-defined talent edge, but you also have Clay Helton with a new vote of confidence because USC is cash poor. That probably doesn’t bode well for the future of the program or recruiting. That’s a discussion for another day, but it does seem like opinions aren’t super high on either team.

<strong>241/242 Oklahoma vs. LSU (-13, 75.5) – </strong>With a market-wide total, we can include that here with some thoughts on the Peach Bowl in Atlanta between Oklahoma and LSU. It has been one-sided LSU money so far in the market. Several places opened lower than the 12 or 13 that popped offshore and LSU has been bet up quite substantially per the earliest of the early numbers. To me, it looks too high, but Oklahoma hasn’t exactly looked the part with two close wins over Baylor, including this most recent one when Charlie Brewer missed significant time. LSU sure looked the part against Georgia. Public perception and a desire to get out in front of a line move combined to drive this number up. Oh, and LSU has been thoroughly impressive statistically.

<strong>243/244 Clemson (-2, 63) vs. Ohio State – </strong>Ohio State’s performance against Wisconsin wasn’t enough to give the Buckeyes the top spot. Now they draw Clemson. Many believe that the two best teams in the country are now head-to-head in a semifinal. That could be accurate. Clemson is a favorite out in the Fiesta Bowl, but this will be more like an Ohio State home game. The Buckeye fans travel exceedingly well. That may not matter and it sure as hell didn’t matter back in 2016 when Clemson shut out Ohio State. We probably won’t see much movement of substance here. Clemson has been #1 in sharp power ratings for a while. Ohio State will probably take public money. Everything should balance out.

<strong>249/250 Illinois at Cal (-6.5) – </strong>We watched as money came in against Illinois the last several weeks of the regular season. It makes perfect sense that money would come in against Illinois once again. The idea of laying almost a touchdown with Cal is rather scary, but that is the price required to take the Golden Bears here. Cal also gets to stay close to home, while Illinois has to go out to Santa Clara.

<strong>255/256 Florida State vs. Arizona State (-5.5) – </strong>With all the issues surrounding the Florida State program, a move here from -4.5 to -5.5 for the Sun Devils is hardly a surprise. Mike Norvell has been hired from Memphis, but he doesn’t seem to want to leave too quickly, as he may end up coaching the Tigers in the Cotton Bowl Classic. It will be up to interim Odell Haggins and the staff in place in Tallahassee to prep for this one. The line has moved accordingly.

<strong>257/258 Kansas State (-1) vs. Navy – </strong>This is a bowl game. Chris Klieman came from the FCS ranks, where he saw the triple-option enough to be very dangerous with a lot of time to prep for Navy. Navy still has another game to play against Army, which could afford the Middies the chance to stay a little bit sharper. This is a fascinating game and handicap. So far, we’ve seen a little Navy money down from +2 to +1, but that’s it.

<strong>261/262 Texas vs. Utah (-6.5) – </strong>This is another intriguing handicap. Utah looked really, really bad against Oregon and now a lot of strength of schedule questions have leaked into the discussion for Utah. The Utes draw an athletic Texas team here, which feels like a concern and Tom Herman is back in that preferred underdog role. Some early nibbles have been on the Utah side to go to a heavier vig on 6.5 or up to 7.

<strong>263/264 Michigan vs. Alabama (-7) – </strong>This is one to watch for NFL Draft announcements. The Alabama WR corps is littered with draft-eligible dudes that are going to make bank on Sundays. Alabama isn’t in the College Football Playoff. Alabama is in the Citrus Bowl. Against Michigan. A Michigan team that got rolled by Ohio State yet again. The Wolverines get a chance at a real, legitimate win here, so they’ll be motivated. You don’t go to Alabama to play in the Citrus Bowl. Lately, if you are at Michigan, this is about the best you can do. But now you get a real big name.

<strong>265/266 Minnesota vs. Auburn (-8) – </strong>I feel like there’s some SEC bias here in this line. It seems a little bit high as PJ Fleck rows the boat to Tampa for the Outback Bowl. This is a fine place for Auburn, but after winning the Iron Bowl, hopes were probably a little bit higher. Minnesota got embarrassed by Wisconsin in the Big Ten West Division championship game. I have to think they’re all in here. They may not be good enough, but Pinnacle is 7.5 here and that seems pretty telling.

<strong>267/268 Wisconsin (-2.5) vs. Oregon – </strong>Wisconsin and Oregon in the Rose Bowl. We saw a huge performance from Oregon to win the Pac-12 and get back to Pasadena. We saw a big first half from Wisconsin against Ohio State and then the Buckeyes woke up in the second half. This looks like a defensive struggle on the surface, which could be why the line has ticked down a tad. It may also be some respect for Oregon and some relative disrespect for Wisconsin. I wouldn’t be surprised if the line keeps trending that way.

<strong>269/270 Baylor vs. Georgia (-7.5) – </strong>Georgia is back in the Sugar Bowl again. Another near-miss for the College Football Playoff. Would Baylor have gotten in with a win over Oklahoma? It’s possible, but the Sugar Bowl is nothing to scoff at given where the program was when Matt Rhule took over. It is really fair to wonder how excited Georgia is to be here. Is that enough to cover the talent gap? Probably not, but that’s what the 7.5-point handicap is for.

<strong>271/272 Boston College vs. Cincinnati (-7) – </strong>Keep a close eye on this one. Boston College has already fired Steve Addazio and nobody is really sure why, as Boston College is a 7-6 or 6-7 type of program in the ACC. Wide receivers coach Rich Gunnell will be the interim for the bowl game. Luke Fickell could be a candidate for some Power Five jobs, so Cincinnati may have some turnover of its own. This is one of the later bowl games on January 2, so that is something to keep a close eye on. The line has gone from 6.5 to 7, as it’s fair to wonder how invested BC is with an interim.

<strong>275/276 Ohio (-6.5) vs. Nevada – </strong>Watch for an Ohio fade here. It hasn’t come yet because people were so down on Nevada late in the season, but the Wolf Pack played well down the stretch. Some ugly point differential numbers as a result of blowouts may be holding the market back as well. But, Ohio had a terrible defensive season and has to go a long way to Boise for this one. It is not an ideal bowl game destination in January. Nevada, meanwhile, is used to the cold and the blue turf. I’d expect this one to be a mover.

Hopefully you’ve enjoyed the Opening Line Report this season. Thanks for reading!

College Football Opening Line & Odds Report 2019 Bowl Games

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Ducks versus the Capitals? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Capitals are favored to win at home against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Capitals picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Ducks Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Ducks are 15-27-1 and sit in 14th place in the Western Conference. In the Pacific Division, Anaheim is in 7th place with a record of 3-7.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Ducks have gone 9-11-0, and over their last ten games, they have gone just 3-7. As the underdog, Anaheim has gone 14-24-1 this season and has lost three straight games when favored.</p></p><p>As the underdog, the Ducks have gone 23-16 against the puck line this season, including a 12-8 mark on the road. Overall, they have 17 losses by multiple goals and 11 by just one goal.</p>

<p>So far, Anaheim has gone 24-19 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin sits at -0.9 goals per game. In their last 10 road games, the Ducks have gone 6-4 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Anaheim's games have an average of 6 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.4. The Ducks come in with an over/under performance of 19-22-2.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Ducks have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 3 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Ducks are scoring an 2.6 goals per game this season, ranking 29th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 27th in the league. So far this year, the Ducks are 2-12 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 12-12 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Anaheim will be looking for a good game from Frank Vatrano who leads the team in scoring with 21 goals, ranking 17th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Vatrano has 12 assists this season.</p><p>Washington defense takes on the Ducks ranked 21st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 30.9 shots per game against Washington. They also are 24th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Lukas Dostal comes into the game having made 17 starts this season. So far, his record is 7-10 and he has a save percentage of 0.748%.</p><h3>Can the Capitals Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At the halfway point of the season, the Capitals sit in 12th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 20-15-6. In the Metropolitan Division, Washington is 7th with 46 points. Over their last ten games, the Capitals have gone just 3-7 and have lost two of their last three.</p>

<p>So far this year, Washington has been favored in 12 games, going 9-1-2 in those contests. At home, the Capitals have gone 11-7-4.</p></p><p>Washington comes into this game with a puck line record of 18-23, including going 2-1 against the puck line in their last three games. So far, they have had multiple goal wins in seven games and have lost by multiple goals in 13 games.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Capitals have a puck line record of 9-13, and their average scoring margin for the season is at -0.6 goals per game. In their last 10 home games, Washington's puck line record is at 5-5.</p> <p>For the season, Washington's games have finished with an average of 5.5 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.1. Overall, the Capitals have an over/under record of 15-25-1.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Ducks have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 3 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Capitals have an average of 2.3 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 31st in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 30th in the league. Washington's offense comes into the game ranked 32nd in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 30th in the NHL.</p><p>Washington's current leading scorer is Dylan Strome. This season, he has 15 goals, which puts him 58th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 11 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals are currently 21st in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.9 shots per game against Washington. They also are 24th in shutouts, coming in with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Darcy Kuemper has started 21 games this season. His current record stands at 10-10, and his save percentage is 0.718%.</p>

Anaheim Ducks vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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<p>Betting on today's Islanders and Privateers game? Catch the action at Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, LA, as the Privateers hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi is favored by -9.5 in this Southland conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lakefront Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Privateers.</li><li>Not only will New Orleans pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Texas A&M-Corpus Christi?</h3><p>The Islanders improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-71 win over Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The combined points of 151 went over the pre-game O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Trailing 40-35 at halftime, the Islanders turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Lions 45-31 to secure the win.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 59% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 57.1%, making 16 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Isaac Williams led the way with 23 points, shooting 75% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Jeremy Elyzee added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Garry Clark pulled down 16 boards to go along with his 15 points. The Islanders grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, but finished with just 8 assists as a team.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's defense gave up 71 points in their previous game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team making 17 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Islanders held their opponents to 33% shooting, as they hit 5 of 15 three-pointers. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi also sent the other team to the line 33 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 66%. The Islanders gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can New Orleans Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Privateers fell to 2-12 on the season after a 76-64 home loss to Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Saturday. New Orleans entered the game as +8 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 43-30 at the half, New Orleans played a more even second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 140 fell short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p><p>New Orleans struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and 20% from three-point range, connecting on only 3 of 15 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they managed 12 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>James White led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 47.8% from the field. Hasan Abdul Hakim added 22 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 50% of his threes, while Kwo Agwa contributed 13 points and 7 rebounds, making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>New Orleans gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 38% from the field, hitting 24 of their 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the Privateers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, New Orleans held the other team to just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% success rate. The Privateers also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 13, shooting 76%. New Orleans allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>SECN will be covering this week three non-conference matchup between the UAB Blazers and Arkansas Razorbacks. The game is set for 4:15 ET on Saturday, September 14th, at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville. The over/under line is at 60.5 points, and the Razorbacks are favored by -24.5 points. Both teams come in with a 1-1 record for the season.</p><h3>UAB BLAZERS VS ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAB Blazers +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium at 4:15 ET on Saturday, September 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAB BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Arkansas Razorbacks winning this one by a score of 36 to 31</li><li>Even though we like the Arkansas Razorbacks to win, our ATS pick is to take the UAB Blazers at +24.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 60.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UAB Blazers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>UAB is looking to bounce back after a 32-6 road loss to UL Monroe, which brought their record to 1-1 for the season. The Blazers were -11 point favorites but ended up losing by 26 points, disappointing both their fans and bettors. The game's total score of 38 points fell short of the 55.5-point over/under line.</p><p></p><p>UAB started the game with a field goal, but UL Monroe quickly tied it up, and the Blazers were down 13-6 at halftime. UAB was shut out in the third quarter and managed only three first downs in the fourth, leading to a 10-0 quarter in favor of UL Monroe.</p><p>UAB's offense, led by quarterback Jacob Zeno, totaled 259 yards in their 32-6 loss to UL Monroe. Zeno completed 68.8% of his passes for 167 yards but threw one interception and finished with a passer rating of 68.1. Kam Shanks was his top target, hauling in four receptions for 43 yards.</p> 
<p>The Blazers' ground game was limited to 92 yards, with Lee Beebe Jr. as the leading rusher, gaining 62 yards on 14 carries. UAB's offense moved the chains 18 times but was unable to find the end zone on the ground or through the air.</p><p>UAB's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing 209 rushing yards and two touchdowns to UL Monroe. Overall, they gave up 296 total yards, with the Warhawks completing 9 of 16 passes for 87 yards through the air.</p><h3>Are The Arkansas Razorbacks Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Arkansas is now 1-1 after a 39-31 road loss to Oklahoma State. The Razorbacks, who were +10 point underdogs, covered the spread, and the combined score of 70 points surpassed the over/under line of 61.5 points.</p> <p></p><p>Arkansas found themselves down 14-0 early but managed to tie the game at 21-21 by halftime. The Razorbacks took a 31-21 lead in the third quarter, but Oklahoma State rallied to tie the game at 31-31, sending the game to overtime. In the end, Arkansas came up short, with Oklahoma State outscoring them 8-0 in the overtime period.</p><p>Arkansas's offense exploded for 648 total yards in their 39-31 overtime loss to Oklahoma State, with 232 rushing yards and 416 passing yards. The Razorbacks picked up 33 first downs and scored three touchdowns on the ground, all by Ja'Quinden Jackson. Jackson ran for 149 yards, averaging 6.2 yards per carry, and was instrumental in the team's ground game.</p> 
<p>Quarterback Taylen Green completed 26 of 45 passes for 416 yards, with one touchdown and one interception, earning a passer rating of 86.9. Andrew Armstrong was his top target, hauling in 10 receptions for 164 yards.</p><p>Arkansas' defense will be looking to improve after allowing 385 total yards in their most recent game. The Razorbacks gave up 326 passing yards on 27 completions and one touchdown, with their secondary coming up with one interception. On the ground, Arkansas was more effective, holding Oklahoma State to just 59 yards on 26 carries. The Razorbacks will aim to be more consistent in stopping the run and limiting big plays in the passing game.</p>

UAB Blazers vs Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 9/14/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Lightning versus the Ducks? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Lightning are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 8:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5 goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Lightning to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Lightning Offense Score Enough in Anaheim?</h3><p>The Lightning fell to 20-14-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. Tampa Bay’s defense struggled, giving up four goals in the third period. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but both teams combined for 11.</p> <p>Tampa Bay led 2-0 early, but Winnipeg responded with seven of the next nine goals. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line and failed to cover. Four different players scored for the Lightning in the loss.</p><p>Tampa Bay's offense found the net four times in their 7-4 loss to Winnipeg. Brandon Hagel opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brayden Point, who netted his 8th on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov scored for the 10th time this season.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They scored twice in the first period, once in the second, and added their final goal in the third period.</p><p>Tampa Bay’s defense struggled late, giving up three goals in the 3rd period, including two empty-netters. They also allowed the first two goals of the 2nd period, which erased a 2-1 lead. Goalie Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%.</p><h3>Will the Ducks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Anaheim dropped to 16-18-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks were favored on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 6 goals fell just short of the total.</p> 

<p>The Ducks fell behind 3-0 before scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 10:16 in the third, and Mason McTavish added a goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim took 39 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second goal on a power play, with just four seconds remaining in the game.</p> <p>Ross Johnston picked up his first assist of the season on McGinn's goal, and Troy Terry recorded his fifth assist on McTavish's power-play goal. Ryan Strome added his fourth assist of the year. The Ducks had 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period and another late in the second. Two of those goals were on the power play, and they allowed a final goal with just 2:17 left in the third. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Delta Devils and Bulldogs face off at 8:00 ET on SWAC. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at Alabama A&M Event Center in Huntsville, AL. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Alabama A&M is favored by -17.5 to win at home against Mississippi Valley State.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS VS ALABAMA A&M BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alabama A&M Event Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Alabama A&M winning straight-up, we like Mississippi Valley State at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Delta Devils Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>Mississippi Valley State’s struggles continued with an 84-55 loss to Alabama State on Saturday, dropping their record to 0-12. The Delta Devils entered the game as +22 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 139, just over the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, Mississippi Valley State managed only 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45 points to Alabama State.</p><p>Mississippi Valley State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 55 points while shooting 35.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 16 from beyond the arc, finishing with a 12.5% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Alvin Stredic led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Micah Octave and CJ Hines each added 14 points, with Octave hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range and Hines dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Mississippi Valley State struggled defensively, giving up 84 points on 50% shooting from the field. Their opponents hit 52% of their two-point attempts, going 20/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Delta Devils allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they converted 20 free throws (76%).</p><h3>Can Alabama A&M Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Alabama A&M improved to 2-9 on the season with an 89-79 home win over UAPB on Saturday, January 4th. The Bulldogs were favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread.</p> <p>Leading 41-34 at halftime, Alabama A&M scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The game’s total points of 168 exceeded the O/U line of 162.5.</p><p>Alabama A&M put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 49.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, thanks in part to hitting 62.2% of their two-point attempts. They struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 27.3% of their threes.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also made 25 free throws, shooting 65.8% from the line, and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Doctor Bradley led the way with 30 points and 8 rebounds, while Chad Moodie added 19 points and 9 boards, shooting 80% from the field. Caleb Jones hit 4 threes, finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Alabama A&M's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 23 of 37 two-point attempts, a 62% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 27%, making 6 of 22 three-pointers. Alabama A&M also sent them to the free-throw line 38 times, where they converted 25 for 65%. The Bulldogs gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Vaqueros and Lions game? Catch the action at University Center (LA) in Hammond, LA, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Texas-Rio Grande Valley is favored by -1.5 in this Southland conference matchup the against Southeastern Louisiana. The over/under for the game is set at 145.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS VS SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Center (LA) at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Southeastern Louisiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</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>Can the Vaqueros Pull Off a Win at Hammond?</h3><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley improved to 6-4 on the season with a 76-64 win over New Orleans on Saturday. The Vaqueros, who were -8 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UTRGV led 43-30 at halftime, but the game tightened in the second half, with the Vaqueros scoring 33 points and allowing 34. The total points for the game were 140, falling short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 threes on 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 61.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>James White led the way with 23 points and 8 rebounds, while Hasan Abdul Hakim added 22 points and 12 boards, knocking down 3 of 6 from deep. The Vaqueros grabbed 21 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists in the win.</p><p>Texas-Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros held their opponent to 64 points on 38% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Vaqueros limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 15 attempts, a 20% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 13, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Will the Lions Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Lions fell to 4-8 on the season after an 80-71 loss to Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Saturday. Southeastern Louisiana, who entered the game as +1.5 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Despite leading 40-35 at halftime, the Lions struggled in the second half, scoring just 31 points while allowing 45. This second-half collapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>In their last game, Southeastern Louisiana's offense put up 71 points, shooting 45.8% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range (5/15). Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 22/33 from the line. The Lions grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and recorded 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Isaac Williams led the way with 23 points in 23 minutes, shooting 75% overall and 66.7% from deep (2/3). Jeremy Elyzee added 21 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 63.6% of his shots. Garry Clark contributed 15 points and pulled down 16 boards, while Stephen Giwa was perfect from the field, going 4/4 for 12 points.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana gave up 80 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 51% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lions' defense conceded 5 threes on 15 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 66%. Southeastern Louisiana allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-163) will host the Suns (+138) in a non-conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently favored by 3.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 223.5.</p>

<p>Phoenix is 12th in the Western Conference with a 15-18 record, while the 76ers are 11th in the East at 14-19. The Suns have lost four straight games, and the 76ers are 3rd in the Atlantic Division.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-132 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.3% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Suns Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Suns fell to 15-18 on the season after a 126-108 loss to the Pacers on Saturday. Phoenix, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 234, just under the O/U line of 235.5.</p> <p>After a tight first half, with the Suns leading 56-55 at the break, the Pacers took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring Phoenix 40-28. The Suns couldn’t mount a comeback in the 4th, as Indiana extended their lead by outscoring them 30-24 in the final period.</p><p>Kevin Durant led the Suns with 25 points, 7 assists, and 7 rebounds in their 126-108 loss to the Pacers, shooting 64.3% from the field. Devin Booker added 20 points and 9 assists, hitting 2 threes at a 40% rate.</p> <p>The Suns connected on 12 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc and 48.7% overall. Durant scored 10 points in the 1st quarter, while Booker, Grayson Allen, and Ryan Dunn each contributed 5 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns struggled in the 3rd quarter, allowing 40 points, which contributed to their 126-108 loss to the Pacers. Overall, Phoenix gave up 126 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Suns allowed Indiana to hit 15 threes at a 37% clip. The Pacers also went 19/21 from the free-throw line. Phoenix recorded 31 defensive rebounds but gave up 13 offensive boards, while also tallying 3 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the 76ers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The 76ers improved to 14-19 on the season with a dominant 123-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. Philadelphia, who were -9 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points reached 217, surpassing the 211.5 O/U line by 5.5 points.</p> <p>After the Nets opened with a 14-0 run, the 76ers responded by winning each quarter, starting with a 29-19 edge in the 1st. They put the game out of reach by the 4th, leading 91-66, and closed things out with a 32-28 final quarter.</p><p>Joel Embiid's 28 points and 12 rebounds led the 76ers to a win over the Nets, as he shot 50% from the field and hit 2 threes at a 66.7% rate. Tyrese Maxey added 18 points, while Caleb Martin contributed 17 points, shooting 87.5% from the floor and hitting 2 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>Philadelphia connected on 15 threes, shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 51.2%. Embiid scored 15 points in the 1st quarter and added 11 more in the 3rd, while Maxey contributed 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The 76ers put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, holding them to just 94 points. Philadelphia's defense was particularly strong in the 1st and 3rd quarters, where they allowed only 19 points each. Overall, the Nets shot 41% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nets hit 14 threes at a 34% clip. The 76ers also sent Brooklyn to the line 19 times, where they made 12 free throws. Philadelphia controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds, and added 11 steals.</p>

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<h3><strong>LOS ANGELES RAMS at SEATTLE SEAHAWKS, 4:40 PM ET (Saturday)</strong></h3>
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As this game approaches, the biggest question on everyone's mind is whether Jared Goff, who has had surgery for a broken right thumb, will be making the start.

And it appears Rams coach Sean McVay wants to play it coy, making the media, and the Seahawks, guess as to whether he'll sit his starter and insert John Wolford instead.

Wolford was a respectable 22-of-38 last week against Arizona, with 231 yards through the air and 56 on the ground. So he'd present more of a run threat than Goff. And now he does indeed have a pressure start under his belt. But let's be honest - if Arizona hadn't lost Kyler Murray very early in that game, we might be talking about a different first-round playoff matchup here.

Do you want my opinion, for what it's worth? I highly doubt that McVay is going to move into this game without Goff as the quarterback, and he will have Wolford in reserve as need be. At the same time, I'm surprised Blake Bortles' name hasn't been mentioned more, since he knows this system and has at least been on the winning side of a playoff game before (with the Jaguars, of course).

But to extend that opinion, if the thumb injury was bad enough that Goff, after surgery, had to sit out in a game his team had to win, then it's got to be stretching it to believe that he is going to be ready to air it out the way he's used to.

Either way, the Rams will be facing a rejuvenated Seattle defense. Consider that in the early weeks of the season, we were talking about the Seahawks as if they were going to set all kinds of records as far as yardage and points allowed. And only the fact that they were scoring a ton of points themselves kept them winning.

In the first six games, they had allowed 479 yards per game.That's the kind of figure you could easily see from a winless team. And they had surrendered a little over 30 points a game over the first half of the regular season schedule.

HOWEVER, in the last six games, they have given up just 290 yards a contest and 16 points a game in this last eight-game stretch. That is transformation, at the very least. We can credit people like safety Jamal Adams (questionable here with a shoulder, but he isn't sitting out) and Carlos Dunlap (key pickup from Cincinnati), but it is obviously more than that. They're doing something different, and it shows.

Seattle has played seven of its last eight games under the total, and defense is naturally one reason. Sure, they have been running the ball a tad more, now that Chris Carson is healthy. But they have tailed off on offense, despite the presence of 1000-yard receivers DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. The Seahawks scored more than 30 points in seven of their first eight games, but have topped 28 points in only ONE of their last eight.

The Rams won't be all that accommodating. They had, by a considerable number of barometers, the top defense in the NFL, ranked #1 in the league when it came to yards AND points allowed per drive, which is not a bad measuring stick. They were also known to put some pressure on the quarterback, with the NFL's second-best "sack percentage."

And they didn't seem all that fazed about going up against Russell Wilson this season. Sure, Wilson had 40 TD passes and 69% completions. But in two games against the Rams, he was held to one touchdown pass and was sacked eleven times.

The last three meetings between these two have resulted in totals of 29, 39 and 40 points. Regardless of whether it's the inexperienced Wolford or a compromised Goff in for the Rams, we think the most judicious way to go is to move with an UNDER here, in spite of the low threshold.

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