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<p>Betting on today's Golden Hurricane and Panthers game? Catch the action at Florida State College at Jacksonville South Campus in Jacksonville, FL, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 2:30 ET on ESPN+. Tulsa is the -2 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Georgia State. The over/under for the game is set at 151.5 points.</p><h3>TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE VS GEORGIA STATE PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane -2</p><p>This game will be played at Florida State College at Jacksonville South Campus at 2:30 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Golden Hurricane.</li><li>Not only will Tulsa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Hurricane Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulsa picked up a 63-44 win over Detroit on Tuesday, November 26th, in an away game. The Golden Hurricane entered the game as 10-point favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The combined points of 107 fell well below the O/U line of 141.</p> 

<p>Tulsa led 36-27 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 17 points while scoring 27 of their own.</p><p>Tulsa's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.8% from the field and 32.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes on 34 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, and they managed only 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Tulsa shot 55.6%, making 10 of 18 attempts. Dwon Odom contributed 11 points and 8 rebounds, adding 6 assists, while Isaiah Barnes hit 4 threes, finishing with 12 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Tulsa's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 44 points on 27% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective inside, limiting two-point attempts to 17/53 (32%).</p> <p>The Golden Hurricane also shut down the three-point line, where their opponent went just 1/12 (8%). Even at the free-throw line, Tulsa's defense held strong, with their opponent shooting 7/12 (58%).</p><h3>Can Georgia State Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia State Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Georgia State dropped a 62-50 decision to Austin Peay on Tuesday, November 26th, in a home game where they were favored by 1.5 points. The Panthers not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 32-26 at halftime, Georgia State managed just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 112 fell well below the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Georgia State's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 50 points with a 38.5% field goal percentage. They shot 38.5% from both two-point and three-point range, hitting 5 of 13 from deep.</p> <p>LJ Thomas led the way with 25 points, shooting 40.9% overall and 75% from three. Zarique Nutter added 17 points, while Tekao Carpenter contributed 12 points, hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% clip.</p><p>Georgia State's defense held their opponent to just 62 points, allowing them to shoot 38% from the field. The Panthers limited their opponent's two-point attempts, with only 10 of 26 going in, also at 38%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia State's defense gave up 5 threes on 13 attempts, again at 38%. They sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. The Panthers allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs Georgia State Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Planning on watching today's River Hawks and Billikens game? Catch the action at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO, as the Billikens hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 164.5 points, and Saint Louis is favored by -8 vs. Massachusetts-Lowell.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS VS SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks +8</p><p>This game will be played at Chaifetz Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Even though we have Saint Louis winning straight-up, we like Massachusetts-Lowell at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 164.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Massachusetts-Lowell Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Massachusetts-Lowell improved to 4-1 on the season with an 81-74 win over Merrimack on Monday. The River Hawks, who were -7.5 favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-32 at halftime, the River Hawks turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Merrimack 49-39 to secure the win.</p><p>In their latest game, UMass Lowell put up 81 points, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. They connected on 44.4% of their threes, hitting 8 of 18 attempts, while shooting 40% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they went 25 for 33, good for 75.8%.</p> <p>Max Brooks led the way with 20 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Adam Clark added 19 points and 5 assists, despite shooting 40% overall. Quinton Mincey struggled, hitting just 21.4% of his shots, but contributed 11 rebounds and 5 assists.</p><p>Massachusetts-Lowell gave up 74 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 41% from the field, including 40% on two-point attempts (16/40). From beyond the arc, they allowed 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% shooting performance.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Massachusetts-Lowell's opponent went 25/33, hitting 75% of their attempts. The River Hawks also allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Billikens Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Louis Billikens Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Billikens improved to 5-1 on the season with an 81-67 win over Quinnipiac on Monday. Playing at home, Saint Louis entered the game as -10.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the 14-point victory.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 37-36 at halftime before pulling away in the 2nd half, outscoring Quinnipiac 44-31. The combined points for the game were 148, falling short of the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Louis put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they connected on 72.4% of their free throws, going 21 for 29 from the line.</p> <p>Isaiah Swope led the way with 30 points and 6 assists, hitting 5 of 11 from deep. Paul Otieno added 19 points and 10 rebounds, making 3 of 5 from three. Kalu Anya was a force on the boards, grabbing 18 rebounds to go along with 12 points.</p><p>Saint Louis held their opponent to 67 points on 41% shooting from the field, including 46% from two-point range. Their defense also limited three-point damage, with the opposing team hitting 10 of 28 attempts, good for 35%.</p> <p>The Billikens sent their opponent to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 21 shots for 72%. Saint Louis also did well on the boards, allowing just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks vs Saint Louis Billikens NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Broncos versus the Penguins? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Beeghly Center in Youngstown, OH. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Youngstown State being favored by -9.5 over Western Michigan.</p><h3>WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS VS YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Beeghly Center at 2:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Penguins.</li><li>Even though we have Youngstown State winning straight-up, we like Western Michigan at +9.5.</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>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Western Michigan Broncos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Western Michigan dropped a close one at home on Wednesday, falling 80-76 to South Dakota. The Broncos entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 156, just over the O/U line of 155.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 34-33 at halftime, Western Michigan scored 42 points in the 2nd half but allowed 47, which ultimately cost them the game.</p><p>Western Michigan put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 40.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 22 attempts for 18.2%, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 43.7%. Inside the arc, they connected on 51% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Broncos were active on the offensive glass, grabbing 24 rebounds, but managed only 10 assists. Markhi Strickland and Dre Bullock each scored 20 points, with Strickland shooting 70% from the field. Cameron Fens added 16 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 7 of 9 shots.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 29 of 71 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team made 25 of their 49 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan held their opponent to just 18% shooting, with only 4 makes on 22 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws for a 70% success rate. The Broncos gave up 24 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Penguins Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Penguins dropped a 64-57 decision to Stephen F. Austin on Saturday, November 23rd. Youngstown State, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-24 at halftime, the Penguins scored 33 points in the 2nd half but allowed 34. The game’s total points (121) fell short of the 128.5 O/U line.</p><p>Youngstown State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 36.2% and an effective field goal percentage of 41.4%. They hit 30.4% from beyond the arc (7/23) and connected on only 47.1% of their free throws (8/17). The Penguins also managed just 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Nico Galette led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% from the field and 50% from three-point range (4/8). Chrishawn Christmas and Nana Antwi-Boasiako also shot 50% from deep, with Christmas adding 8 rebounds to his 12 points.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 47% from the field on 21 of 44 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 13 of 27 shooting, which is 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Youngstown State's defense allowed 8 of 17 shooting, or 47%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 14, shooting 77%. The Penguins gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Western Michigan Broncos vs Youngstown State Penguins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Lions and Tigers face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers are hosting the game at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 157.5 points, with Pacific being favored by -17 over UAPB.</p><h3>UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +17</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</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 Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have Pacific winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +17.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Lions Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>UAPB Golden Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Lions faced a tough challenge on Sunday, November 24th, when they took on the Missouri Tigers on the road. UAPB entered the game as +35.5 point underdogs and ended up losing 112-63.</p> 

<p>Missouri jumped out to a 52-25 lead by halftime, and while UAPB managed to score 38 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 60 points. The combined points for the game reached 175, going over the pre-game O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>In their last game, UAPB managed just 63 points, shooting 35.5% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they hit 71.4% of their free throws.</p> <p>Chop Paljor led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 threes and shooting 80% overall. Mark Mitchell added 20 points, shooting 72.7% from the field, while Anthony Robinson II contributed 11 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists.</p><p>The UAPB Golden Lions struggled defensively in their last game, giving up 112 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 71% of their two-point attempts, as the opposition went 28/39 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, UAPB's defense held their opponent to 28% shooting, with 9 made threes on 32 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 41 times, where they converted 29 for 70%. UAPB also allowed 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Pacific Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pacific faced a tough challenge on Friday, November 22nd, as they went on the road to play Missouri. Entering the game as +20.5 point underdogs, the Tigers not only lost 91-56 but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points ended at 147, just under the O/U line of 150.</p> 

<p>Pacific fell behind early, trailing 54-31 at halftime. They struggled to get back into the game, scoring only 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37.</p><p>In their last game, the Pacific Tigers managed just 56 points, shooting 37.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, with a significant struggle from beyond the arc, hitting only 20.7% on 6-of-29 shooting.</p> <p>Caleb Grill was a bright spot, connecting on 7-of-9 threes and finishing with 25 points in 27 minutes. Elias Ralph added 19 points and 6 rebounds, while Seth Jones contributed 15 points, hitting 3-of-9 from deep.</p><p>Pacific's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 16/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pacific's opponent shot 46%, making 14 of 30 threes. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they hit 17 free throws, a 73% rate. Pacific gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

UAPB Golden Lions vs Pacific Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Betting on today's Fighting Hawks and Lions game? Catch the action at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya in Cancun, Mexico, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 12:30 ET on FloH. North Dakota comes into this non-conference matchup as the -1 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH DAKOTA FIGHTING HAWKS VS SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions +1</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya at 12:30 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Southeastern Louisiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Fighting Hawks Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>North Dakota Fighting Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>North Dakota fell 79-67 to Bethune-Cookman on Tuesday, November 26th, in a home game where they were -3.5 favorites. The total points for the game were 146, just over the O/U line of 145.</p> <p>After trailing 46-41 at halftime, the Fighting Hawks struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 33.</p><p>North Dakota's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.3% overall and 22.6% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. They managed to score 67 points, with Brayon Freeman leading the way, hitting 12 of 20 shots for 26 points, despite missing all three of his three-point attempts.</p> <p>Treysen Eaglestaff contributed 20 points, connecting on 3 of 10 from deep, while Tre Thomas hit 4 of 5 from three-point range, finishing with 17 points. The Fighting Hawks grabbed 21 offensive rebounds, but only dished out 9 assists as a team, and shot 62.5% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Despite giving up 79 points, North Dakota's defense held their opponent to 37% shooting from the field, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (18/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Dakota limited their opponent to 22% shooting, as they hit just 7 of 31 three-point attempts. The Fighting Hawks also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 10 shots for a 62% free-throw percentage.</p><h3>Will the Lions Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Southeastern Louisiana dropped a 73-69 decision to Gardner-Webb on Tuesday. The Lions, who were +3 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in the home loss.</p> <p>After leading 37-36 at halftime, Southeastern Louisiana was outscored 37-32 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 142 went over the pre-game O/U line of 139.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for a 22.2% rate, though they were efficient at the free-throw line, making 9 of 10 shots.</p> <p>Jeremy Elyzee led the way, shooting 10 of 12 overall and 1 of 1 from three, finishing with 22 points. Darryl Simmons II added 19 points, hitting 2 of 5 from deep, while Pharrell Boyogueno and Anthony Selden each contributed 15 points, with Boyogueno connecting on 3 of 7 three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Southeastern Louisiana held their opponent to 43% shooting, with 28 made field goals on 64 attempts. They allowed 24 two-point baskets on 46 shots, a 52% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lions limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they hit 9, shooting 90%. Southeastern Louisiana gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Southeastern Louisiana Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

When writing the series on <a href="http://bangthebook.com/popular-sports-betting-techniques/">handicapping techniques</a> there was one additional aspect that I could have mentioned for statistical handicappers, which is your work is never done. It’s not necessarily a good thing or a bad thing; it’s simply part of the game. To an extent the same could be said for situational or trend-based handicappers, who could be spending time pouring through databases looking for certain patterns, but it’s the number-crunchers who can find themselves spending more time than expected at their computer.

I’ll use my baseball system as an example to show the thought process that goes on in the head of a handicapper. For starters, I use a 50-cent difference in the Vegas line and my line for a play. The first question is if 50 cents is the ideal number – should it be 40 cents, 60 cents or something else? The same concept applies to those of you who do mathematical projections for football or basketball and then look for overlays of five points or seven points, etc. Only by looking at the entire results of a season can you determine if there is a better number to use.

Do your predictions fare better when the line moves in the direction of your prediction? For example, if I have Team A -150 and the line is Team A -120, there’s only a 30-cent difference and the game becomes a pass. But if the line moves to -128 over the course of the day, do these games win at a rate that would be profitable? Again, those who handicap basketball or football can ask themselves the same question. If you make Team B -9 points and the line is Team B -4.5 points and the line moves to Team B -6 points, do these games win more often than not?

Injuries are another concern for mathematical systems. Do you stay away from the games, make an adjustment or march on as if nothing happened? Naturally, a lot of it has do with the player who is out, as certain players and positions are more important than others.

I briefly touched upon on this in the <a href="http://bangthebook.com/handicapping-rookie-pitchers/">article on rookie pitchers</a>, but using an estimated value of 6.00 runs allowed for rookies may be slightly on the high side. Is 5.00 a better number or should a new pitcher’s first couple of starts be passed on until we have a better idea of how he will do?

Should we give more attention to a team’s most recent games? What a baseball team or NBA team did three months ago probably doesn’t have much bearing on today’s game, although we’re most likely still using those stats. Should a baseball pitcher’s last 10 starts be the only ones considered? Does an NFL teams opening week 44-10 victory mean anything in a Week 14 game?

And finally, how do we handle anomalies, such as the baseball team that scores 17 runs or the NFL team that puts up 50 points in a game where everything goes right? Not only does that affect a team’s offensive rating greatly, it affects the opposing defense. In Noah Syndergaard’s last game before going on the disabled list, the Mets were defeated 23-5 by Washington. Using those numbers would take his runs allowed per game from 3.13 to 5.10 and he’s a better pitcher than that. Likewise, that game artificially boosts Washington’s offense a bit. Should we cap scoring at a certain number to take into account those rare games? And if so, what number should be used?

These are all questions that a handicapper has to contend with and how they are answered and acted upon could very well be the difference between winning and losing over the course of a season. So even though you may have developed a handicapping method, the real work hasn’t even started yet.

A Handicapper's Work is Never Done

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Aggies and Bluejays. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on MAX, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV. Get ready to place your bets! In this non-conference matchup, Texas A&M is favored by -3.5 against Creighton. The over/under for the game is 143.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M AGGIES VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MGM Grand Garden Arena at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Texas A&M Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Texas A&M suffered an 80-70 home loss to Oregon on Tuesday, November 26th. The Aggies were -4 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the over/under line of 147.</p> <p>After leading 32-29 at halftime, Texas A&M struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 51 points while scoring 38 of their own.</p><p>Texas A&M struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.4% from the field and 31.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.2%, but they did manage to hit 75% of their free throws, going 15-for-20 from the line. The Aggies also grabbed 21 offensive rebounds, helping to offset their shooting woes.</p> <p>Zhuric Phelps led the way with 20 points, hitting 4-of-9 from beyond the arc, while TJ Bamba added 18 points despite missing all three of his three-point attempts. Brandon Angel was efficient, shooting 5-of-6 from the field and 2-of-3 from deep, finishing with 16 points. Jackson Shelstad also contributed 16 points, though he struggled from three, hitting just 2-of-9.</p><p>Even though Texas A&M held their opponent to just 32% shooting from the field, they still gave up 80 points. The Aggies allowed 11 made threes on 35 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Texas A&M's opponent went 15/20, hitting 75% of their attempts. The Aggies also struggled on the glass, giving up 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Creighton’s recent game against San Diego State ended in a 71-53 loss at home on Tuesday. The Bluejays were -4.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 32-28 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 39. This second-half performance was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 53 points while shooting 33.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, and they hit only 19.4% of their threes, going 6-for-31 from deep. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 5 of 13 attempts, shooting 38.5%.</p> <p>BJ Davis and Pop Isaacs each scored 18 points, with Davis hitting 3 of 5 threes and shooting 63.6% overall. Isaacs went 2-for-10 from beyond the arc and 7-for-20 overall, adding 5 assists. Jackson McAndrew also contributed 12 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, hitting 4 threes on 11 attempts.</p><p>Creighton's defense held their opponent to 71 points, allowing just 33% shooting from the field. The Bluejays gave up 15 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 48% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Creighton limited their opponent to 6 threes on 31 attempts, just 19% shooting. They also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they made 5 free throws, shooting 38%. Creighton allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Texas A&M Aggies vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hornets and Falcons face off at 4:00 ET on MWN. The Falcons are hosting the game at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, CO. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 129.5 points, with Air Force being favored by -5.5 over Sacramento State.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS VS AIR FORCE FALCONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Clune Arena at 4:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Falcons.</li><li>Even though we have Air Force winning straight-up, we like Sacramento State at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hornets Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Sacramento State dropped to 1-3 on the season after an 83-77 loss to California on Sunday. The Hornets, who were +14.5 point underdogs, kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 40-33 at halftime, Sacramento State scored 44 points in the 2nd half but couldn’t complete the comeback. The game’s total points of 160 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p><p>Sacramento State put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.7%. They connected on 10 of 27 threes, hitting 37% from deep, and went 17 of 26 from the free-throw line, shooting 65.4%.</p> <p>Jacob Holt led the way with 25 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip. Julian Vaughns was efficient, shooting 60% overall and 66.7% from three, finishing with 18 points. Andrej Stojakovic added 20 points, while Rytis Petraitis contributed 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Sacramento State's defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, allowing 66% shooting on two-point attempts (18/27).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacramento State held the other team to 26% shooting (7/26). However, they sent them to the free-throw line 39 times, where they converted 26 free throws. The Hornets also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Air Force Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Air Force cruised to an 82-48 win over Mercyhurst on Sunday, November 24th, at home. The Falcons, who were -9 favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 130, surpassing the over/under line of 127.</p> <p>Air Force led 31-24 at halftime before dominating the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Mercyhurst to just 24 points after the break.</p><p>Air Force's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points while shooting 64.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.2%, thanks in large part to their 71.4% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 15 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>Ethan Taylor was a standout, knocking down 7 of 10 threes and finishing with 21 points and 10 rebounds. The Falcons also dished out 26 assists as a team, with Luke Kearney contributing 12 points in just 13 minutes, hitting 4 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Air Force's defense struggled in their previous game, allowing 48 points on 64% shooting from the field. The opposing team hit 31 of their 48 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team was particularly effective, making 15 of 21 threes for 71%. They also went 5/9 from the free-throw line.</p>

Sacramento State Hornets vs Air Force Falcons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Seawolves and Bears face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears are hosting the game at Pizzitola Sports Center in Providence, RI. The over/under for this game is set at 145 points, and Brown is favored by -9 against Stony Brook in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES VS BROWN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +9</p><p>This game will be played at Pizzitola Sports Center at 2:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Even though we have Brown winning straight-up, we like Stony Brook at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Seawolves Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Stony Brook’s season continued with an 82-63 road loss to Columbia on Saturday, November 23rd. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Seawolves not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 38-28 at halftime, Stony Brook allowed 44 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 152 O/U line.</p><p>Stony Brook's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 32.8% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc, finishing with 63 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.5%, and they hit 15 of 20 free throws (75%).</p> <p>Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa was a standout, scoring 37 points on 77.8% shooting, including 9 of 13 from three-point range. Kenny Noland added 17 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while CJ Luster II knocked down 4 of 7 threes.</p><p>Stony Brook's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Seawolves allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 30 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Stony Brook's defense gave up 14 threes on 30 attempts, a 46% shooting clip. They sent their opponent to the line 8 times, where they hit 4 free throws. Stony Brook also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bears Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Brown improved to 3-1 on the season with an 83-76 road win over Canisius on Saturday. The Bears entered the game as -7.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the O/U line of 144.</p> 

<p>Brown led 35-25 at halftime but allowed 51 points in the 2nd half while scoring 48 of their own. Despite the win, the Bears will look to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Brown's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points with a 54% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64%, thanks in part to their 47.8% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 23 attempts. They also connected on 72% of their free throws, going 18 for 25 from the line.</p> <p>Cam Palesse was perfect from the field, hitting all 9 of his shots, including 3 for 3 from deep, finishing with 22 points. Paul McMillan IV led the way with 25 points, while Kino Lilly Jr. added 21, knocking down 5 of 9 three-point attempts. Landon Lewis contributed 17 points and 8 rebounds, and Aaron Cooley chipped in with 13 points and 10 boards.</p><p>Brown's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 76 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 55% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense gave up 8 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 42%. They also sent the other team to the line 12 times, where they hit 10 free throws, an 83% clip.</p>

Stony Brook Seawolves vs Brown Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Ducks and Aztecs game? Catch the action at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Aztecs hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on MAX. Oregon is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference contest against San Diego State. The game's over/under currently sits at 138 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego State Aztecs +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at MGM Grand Garden Arena at 4:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Not only will San Diego State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Oregon Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>The Ducks picked up a solid 80-70 road win over the Aggies on Tuesday. Entering the game as +4 underdogs, Oregon not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 150, just over the O/U line of 147.</p> <p>Oregon’s offense came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Texas A&M to 38. After trailing 32-29 at halftime, the Ducks’ strong 2nd half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>Oregon's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.9%, driven by 60% shooting on two-pointers (18/30), while they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 28% (7/25). At the free-throw line, they connected on 23 of 31 attempts, good for 74.2%.</p> <p>Zhuric Phelps led the way with 20 points, shooting 4/9 from three-point range. Brandon Angel and Jackson Shelstad each added 16 points, with Angel hitting 2/3 from deep and shooting 83.3% overall. The Ducks also got 18 points from TJ Bamba, despite his 0/3 performance from three-point land.</p><p>Oregon's defense held strong, giving up 70 points while limiting their opponent to just 32% shooting from the field. The Ducks were particularly effective inside, where they allowed only 11 made two-point shots on 33 attempts, a 33% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's defense gave up 11 threes on 35 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31%. The Ducks also sent them to the line 20 times, where they hit 15 free throws for a 75% rate. Oregon allowed 21 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does San Diego State Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Diego State continued their strong start to the season with a 71-53 road win over Creighton on Tuesday. The Aztecs entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread as well.</p> <p>After leading 32-28 at halftime, San Diego State locked down defensively in the 2nd half, holding Creighton to just 25 points while scoring 39 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 124, well under the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>San Diego State put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They hit 47.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 17 attempts, while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 3 of 7 attempts (42.9%).</p> <p>BJ Davis and Pop Isaacs each scored 18 points, with Davis shooting 63.6% from the field and 60% from three-point range. Isaacs added 5 assists, despite shooting just 35% overall and 20% from deep. Miles Byrd contributed 16 points, hitting 60% of his shots and 50% from three.</p><p>San Diego State's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 33% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 19% (6/31).</p> <p>Even when sent to the free-throw line, the opponent couldn't capitalize, hitting only 5 of 13 attempts (38%). San Diego State did give up 14 offensive rebounds, but their strong defensive effort helped mitigate the damage.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs San Diego State Aztecs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Magic (-511) will host the Bulls (+387) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Orlando is currently favored by 10.5 points, and the over/under line for the game is 223.5.</p>

<p>Chicago (8-11) is 9th in the East, while the Magic (12-7) are 3rd. Orlando has won three straight games and is 1st in the Southeast Division. The game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando and can be seen on CHSN.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-97 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Chicago Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Bulls improved to 8-11 on the season with a 127-108 win over the Wizards on Tuesday. Chicago, favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread with the 19-point victory. The game’s total points of 235 fell short of the 244-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a slow start, trailing 29-21 after the 1st quarter, Chicago dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Washington 40-18. They maintained control in the 3rd quarter, edging the Wizards 35-34, and entered the 4th leading 96-81. The Bulls closed out the game by winning the final quarter 31-27.</p><p>Coby White led the Bulls with 21 points and 8 rebounds in their win over the Wizards, hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip. Chicago made 14 threes as a team, shooting 35% from deep and 50% overall from the field.</p> <p>White scored 10 points in the 2nd quarter and added 11 more in the 3rd. Talen Horton-Tucker contributed 9 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Ayo Dosunmu also added 6 of his 12 points in the final period.</p><p>The Bulls’ defense shined in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 18 points, which helped them secure a 127-108 win over the Wizards. Overall, they held Washington to 108 points on 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Chicago was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where the Wizards shot just 27%, making only 10 threes. The Bulls also controlled the boards, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Magic Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 12-7 on the season with a 95-84 win over the Hornets on Monday. The Magic, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 179 points fell well short of the 212.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 25-18 after the 1st quarter, Orlando turned things around, outscoring Charlotte 24-21 in the 2nd and tying 16-16 in the 3rd. They dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring the Hornets 37-22, thanks in part to an 11-0 run that extended their lead from 64-63 to 75-63.</p><p>Franz Wagner led the Magic with 21 points and 7 assists in their win over the Hornets, scoring 13 of his points in the 4th quarter. Cole Anthony and Moritz Wagner each added 16 points, with Anthony also contributing 8 rebounds.</p> <p>Orlando shot just 39.4% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, though they did make 12 threes. Jonathan Isaac also came up big in the 4th, scoring 9 of his 11 points in the final period.</p><p>The Magic put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Hornets to just 84 points in their win on Monday. Orlando gave up 25 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up after that, allowing just 21 in the 2nd, 16 in the 3rd, and 22 in the 4th.</p> <p>Orlando held Charlotte to 41% shooting from the field, including just 21% from three-point range, where the Hornets made only 7 threes. The Magic also recorded 12 steals and 6 blocked shots in the game.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>The Warriors and Roadrunners are set to face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Roadrunners will host the game at Trojan Arena in Troy, AL. Merrimack College comes into this non-conference matchup as the -1 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS UTSA ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UTSA Roadrunners +1</p><p>This game will be played at Trojan Arena at 1:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTSA ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-62 in favor of the Roadrunners.</li><li>Not only will UTSA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Warriors Have a Shot at a Win at Troy?</h3><p>Merrimack College dropped to 0-2 on the season after an 81-74 loss to UMass-Lowell on Monday. The Warriors were +7.5 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Merrimack led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Merrimack put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range, connecting on 7 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.5%, and they hit 69.2% of their free throws, going 9 for 13 from the line.</p> <p>Max Brooks led the way with 20 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Adam Clark added 19 points and 5 assists, though he shot just 40% overall. Quinton Mincey struggled, hitting only 21.4% of his shots, but contributed 11 rebounds and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite Merrimack's defensive efforts, they allowed 81 points, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. Merrimack held them to 40% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 16/40 inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Merrimack's defense gave up 8 threes on 18 attempts, a 44% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25 free throws at a 75% rate. Merrimack allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will UTSA Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>UTSA Roadrunners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UTSA fell to the Trojans 86-72 on Monday, November 25th, in an away game. Entering as +10.5 point underdogs, the Roadrunners not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-29 at halftime, UTSA scored 43 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The game’s total points reached 158, surpassing the over/under line of 151.5.</p><p>UTSA's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field. They connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 of 28 attempts, and were 84.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Damari Monsanto hit 6 threes at a 54.5% rate, finishing with 19 points. Amir Spears led the team with 20 points, while Myles Rigsby and Jerrell Bellamy both shot 71.4% from the field.</p><p>UTSA's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 51 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UTSA's opponents shot 55%, hitting 11 of 20. At the free-throw line, they went 19/25, or 76%.</p>

Merrimack College Warriors vs UTSA Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

The Cleveland Browns appeared, at least from the outside, like a hot mess last season. It became apparent to many <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports"><strong>BetAnySports</strong> </a>customers that Freddie Kitchens was a little overwhelmed with the proposition of being a head coach. The egos in the locker room were combustible and may well have combusted. The plan that had been set forth a few years before by a group in the front office that was trying to be a little more innovative and used analytics as it had been employed in baseball.

In fact, they recruited someone from "Moneyball" to help bring the vision through. Paul DePodesta, who was portrayed in that movie as "Peter Brand," was joined by some others, like team president Sashi Brown and Andrew Berry, who headed up player personnel. But when things didn't happen fast enough, and the team went 0-16, the analytics philosophy was flushed out and "old school" guy John Dorsey was brought in as general manager.

Dorsey made the move to appoint Kitchens as head coach, and after two more seasons, he was out and some of the analytics people are back, including Berry, who became the league's youngest GM.

The team that has been built is the result of the stockpiling of draft choices that took place before Dorsey came on the scene. And now this team is making its move. On Sunday they will challenge the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Kickoff is 3:05 PM ET, and <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bas"><strong>BetAnySports</strong> </a>patrons can get reduced juice for a better deal on the odds, and with Sports Betting Prime they can place wagers even after the game has started.

Here are the NFL playoff odds that have been posted by them on this game:

<strong>Kansas City Chiefs -9.5</strong>
<strong>Cleveland Browns +9.5</strong>

<strong>Over 57 points -110</strong>
<strong>Under 57 points -110</strong>

In the interest of being succinct, let's go over some of the reasons the Browns can be competitive enough in this game to beat the spread:

* The emphasis on analytics itself might be one of them, because it extends to what happens in decision-making. And I am venturing a guess that it might be one of the factors that enables them to function even after losing their coach (Kevin Stefanski) to the COVID-19 reserve last weekend, as Alex Van Pelt had to step in and make the play calls.

* Cleveland has the ground game to make that happen. That should make sense. If you can "shorten" the game against KC, you have a better chance to win. The Browns are third in the league in rushing, with their duo of Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt (who might have a chip on his shoulder after his unceremonious release from the Chiefs). Remember that Kansas City is NOT the best team in the NFL in stopping the run, nor are they among the leaders either.

* Baker Mayfield seems to be coming along, doesn't he? If he had a "blowup" here it would be unusual. The Heisman Trophy winner has thrown just one interception in the last ten games.

* Cleveland's offense is one of the top units in the NFL inside the red zone. They have converted 73.6% of those trips into touchdowns. Meanwhile, Kansas City is dead last in the NFL in preventing red zone TD's, giving them up 76.6% of the time.

* Everyone knows how explosive the Chiefs are. And they were indeed 14-2 (with that loss in the season finale while resting starters). But they went 1-7 ATS in their last eight games. And as they were 7-1 straight-up in the season's second half, those wins have come by margins of 2,4,3, 6, 6, 3 and 3 points. That's an average of 3.8 per victory. So they have a way of making it more difficult than perhaps it should be.

* It is plausible to assume that since the public has a fascination with Patrick Mahomes, you have a real chance of getting value in any line posted on them, and that appears to be the case here.

Take the points.

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