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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-216) will host the Detroit Pistons (+181) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are favored by 5.5 points and have dropped four straight games. The Pistons (+5.5) have won two in a row and are 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 227 points.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-128 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Detroit Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17 this season with a 117-114 win over the Lakers on Monday. The Pistons, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 231 exceeded the over/under line of 222.</p> <p>Detroit went on a key 14-0 run, extending their lead from 32-27 to 46-27. Though the Lakers fought back, the Pistons edged them out in the 4th quarter, winning the final period 24-22.</p><p>Malik Beasley hit 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 21 points to lead the Pistons to a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 10 assists, while Jaden Ivey contributed 18 points, shooting 53.3% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Pistons shot 51.1% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. Beasley scored 9 points in the 1st quarter, and Cade added 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a rough start, the Pistons tightened up defensively in the 4th quarter, allowing just 22 points to help secure a 117-114 win over the Lakers. Overall, Detroit gave up 114 points, with 32 points allowed in both the 1st and 2nd quarters.</p> <p>The Pistons struggled to contain the Lakers’ shooting, as Los Angeles hit 54% of their shots, including 14 threes at a 46% clip. Detroit also sent the Lakers to the line 25 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Pistons finished with 12 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Kings fell to 13-17 on the season after a 122-95 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. Sacramento, favored by 3 points at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total score of 217 points fell short of the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>After a close first half, the Pacers pulled away by outscoring the Kings 35-26 in the 3rd quarter. Sacramento managed just 17 points in the 4th while allowing 35, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>In Sunday's 122-95 loss to the Pacers, the Kings struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was also below average, hitting 31.6% with 12 made threes.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 23 points and 7 assists, though he shot 36.8% from the field and made 2 threes at 33.3%. Domantas Sabonis contributed 17 points and 21 rebounds, shooting 36.4%, while Malik Monk added 14 points, hitting 2 threes at 22.2%.</p><p>The Kings held the Pacers to 21 points in the 1st quarter but struggled defensively the rest of the way, giving up 31 points in the 2nd and 35 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 122-95 loss. Sacramento allowed Indiana to shoot 58% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Kings sent Indiana to the line just 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Sacramento finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, while recording 3 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (-131) will host the Utah Jazz (+111) in a Northwest Division matchup. The Trail Blazers are favored by 1.5 points and the over/under line is set at 228.5.</p>

<p>Portland (9-20) has lost two straight and is 13th in the Western Conference. Utah (7-21) is 14th in the West and 5th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-137 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 46.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jazz Grab a Win in Portland?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-21 on the season after a 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Utah entered the game as +14 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 237.5 exceeded the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>Utah stayed competitive throughout, trailing 29-27 after the 1st quarter and 31-29 after the 2nd. Cleveland pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 39-32, and both teams scored 25 points in the 4th.</p><p>In their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers, the Jazz connected on 19 threes, shooting 43.2% from beyond the arc. However, their overall field goal percentage was just 41.3%.</p> <p>Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 27 points, while Lauri Markkanen added 26, hitting 6 threes. Collin Sexton contributed 24 points, scoring 8 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Jazz struggled defensively in the 3rd quarter, giving up 39 points, which contributed to their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers. Overall, Utah allowed Cleveland to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. The Jazz sent Cleveland to the line 23 times, where they made 18 free throws. Utah finished with 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Portland fell to 9-20 on the season after a 132-108 road loss to the Mavericks on Monday. The Blazers entered the game as +13 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 240 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5 by 9.5 points.</p> <p>Portland started strong, leading 31-28 after the 1st quarter, but were outscored 34-22 in the 2nd and 40-23 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter down 102-76 and edged Dallas 32-30 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-108 loss to the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 27.6% clip. Overall, they shot 46.2% from the field.</p> <p>Deni Avdija led the Blazers with 19 points, while Deandre Ayton added 16, 10 of which came in the 2nd quarter. Jabari Walker scored all 13 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Trail Blazers struggled defensively against the Mavericks, giving up 132 points on 53% shooting. Portland allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, 34 in the 2nd, and 40 in the 3rd before holding Dallas to 30 points in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 12 threes at a 33% clip. Dallas also went to the line 34 times, making 24 free throws. Portland gave up 13 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 1 block.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Oklahoma City Thunder (-201) are favored by 5 points over the Pacers (+169) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is 226.5 points.</p>

<p>Indiana is currently on a 5-game win streak and is 8th in the Eastern Conference. The Thunder are 1st in the West and have won 8 straight games.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS INDIANA PACERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers +5</p><p>This game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-113 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 50.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Thunder Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 23-5 this season with a 123-105 win over the Wizards on Monday. Playing at home, Oklahoma City was favored by 18 points, and the final score matched that spread. The game’s total points of 228 narrowly exceeded the 226.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Thunder went on a 15-0 run, turning a 37-32 deficit into a 47-37 lead. After a 38-31 second quarter, both teams scored 24 points in the third. Oklahoma City then clamped down defensively, holding Washington to 18 points in the fourth while scoring 32 of their own.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 41 points and 9 rebounds powered the Thunder to a win over the Wizards, shooting 56% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Jalen Williams added 17 points, with 11 coming in the 1st quarter, while Isaiah Hartenstein contributed 16 points and 11 rebounds.</p> <p>Oklahoma City struggled from beyond the arc, making just 10 threes at 26.3%, and shot 44.3% overall. Ajay Mitchell also scored 16 points, with 11 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points in the first half, the Thunder tightened up defensively in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 42 points in a 123-105 win over the Wizards. Oklahoma City held Washington to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Thunder sent the Wizards to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 17 attempts. Oklahoma City collected 15 steals and blocked 9 shots in the game.</p><h3>Will the Indiana Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Indiana moved to 15-15 on the season with a 111-105 road win over the Warriors on Monday. The Pacers entered the game as +6 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 216, falling short of the 231.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After taking control in the 2nd quarter (29-22), Indiana saw their 89-79 lead vanish as the Warriors went on an 11-0 run. However, the Pacers regrouped and held Golden State to 20 points in the 4th quarter while scoring 22 to seal the win.</p><p>Myles Turner led the Pacers with 23 points and 10 rebounds in their win over the Warriors, shooting 64.3% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 42.9%. Pascal Siakam added 20 points, and Tyrese Haliburton contributed 16 points and 12 assists, despite shooting just 28.6% from deep.</p> <p>As a team, the Pacers made 11 threes, shooting 31.4% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.9%. T.J. McConnell scored 11 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Turner added 9 points in the 4th to help secure the win.</p><p>The Pacers tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 22 and 20 points, respectively, to help secure a 111-105 win over the Warriors. Indiana held Golden State to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pacers limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 31% shooting. Indiana also sent Golden State to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Pacers finished with 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic will host the Miami Heat in an Eastern Southeast division matchup. The Magic are currently favored by 1.5 points and have won two straight games. The Heat (+101) are 14-13 on the season and sit 6th in the Eastern Conference. The over/under line is set at 207.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando. The Magic (-120) are 19-12 overall and are 4th in the East. Miami is 2nd in the Southeast division.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 128-77 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Miami Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Miami moved above .500 for the season with a 110-95 win over the Nets on Monday, improving to 14-13. The Heat were favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 205 points fell short of the 210.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Miami jumped out to a 39-28 lead after the 1st quarter, but Brooklyn responded by taking the 2nd quarter 29-19. The Heat regained control by winning the 3rd quarter 25-21 and pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the Nets 27-17 to seal the win.</p><p>The Heat shot 49.3% from the field and connected on 17 threes at a 41.5% clip in their win over the Nets. Bam Adebayo led the way with 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p> <p>Nikola Jovic added 18 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency. Tyler Herro and Duncan Robinson each contributed 17 points, with Herro also grabbing 12 rebounds and dishing out 9 assists.</p><p>The Heat's defense shined in their win over the Nets, holding them to just 95 points on 39% shooting. Miami tightened up in the 4th quarter, allowing only 17 points to secure the victory.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nets hit 13 threes at a 38% clip. The Heat sent Brooklyn to the line 20 times, where they made 16 free throws. Miami also recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Magic Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Magic improved to 19-12 on the season with a 108-104 win over the Celtics on Monday. Orlando, who were +10 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total score of 212 points fell just under the 214.5-point line.</p> <p>Orlando rallied after a slow start, where they trailed 58-43 at halftime. They turned things around with a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring Boston 36-21, and went into the 4th tied at 79. The Magic then edged out the Celtics 29-25 in the final quarter to secure the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Magic shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 13 threes at a 39.4% clip. Tristan da Silva led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 threes at 50%, while Trevelin Queen added 17 points and 3 threes, shooting 75% from deep.</p> <p>Jalen Suggs contributed 16 points, including 9 in the 3rd quarter. Queen also had a big 3rd, scoring 10 points in the period.</p><p>Despite a shaky start, the Magic tightened up defensively after the 1st quarter, allowing just 26 points in the 2nd and 21 in the 3rd to help secure a win over the Celtics. Orlando held Boston to 104 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>The Magic were particularly effective in defending the three, limiting the Celtics to 8 made threes on 24% shooting. Orlando also recorded 11 steals and 9 blocks in the game.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors (7-23) will travel to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies (20-10) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 11.5 points and have a moneyline of -624.</p>

<p>TSN will have the TV coverage for this game, which is set to take place at FedExForum. The over/under line is currently sitting at 238.5 points.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -11.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Toronto?</h3><p>The Raptors fell to 7-23 on the season after a 139-125 road loss to the Knicks on Monday. Toronto entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 14. The total score of 264 points exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 36.5 points.</p> <p>The Knicks took control with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 37-34 to 47-34. They outscored the Raptors 40-24 in the 2nd quarter and 41-30 in the 3rd. Toronto made a push in the 4th, outscoring New York 43-28, but it was too late as they entered the final quarter trailing 111-82.</p><p>In their 139-125 loss to the Knicks, the Raptors shot 54.5% from the field and hit 39.3% from deep, making 11 threes. Scottie Barnes led the way with 24 points and 8 assists, while RJ Barrett added 23 points and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Chris Boucher made 4 threes at an 80% clip, finishing with 16 points, including 10 in the 4th quarter. Gradey Dick and Ja'Kobe Walter also contributed 16 points, with Walter scoring 6 in the final period.</p><p>The Raptors struggled defensively against the Knicks, giving up 139 points on 59% shooting. Toronto allowed 30 points in the 1st quarter, 40 in the 2nd, and 41 in the 3rd before holding New York to 28 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Toronto also had trouble defending the three, as the Knicks hit 17 threes at a 45% clip. The Raptors sent New York to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws. Defensively, Toronto recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Grizzlies?</h3><p>Memphis dropped to 20-10 on the season following a 114-110 loss to the Clippers on Monday. The Grizzlies were favored by six points at home but failed to cover the spread, losing outright. The total points for the game came in at 224, falling short of the 230.5-point line.</p> <p>Memphis led 58-51 at halftime, but the Clippers went on an 11-0 run, extending their lead to 77-61. The Grizzlies battled back to trail 91-90 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Clippers outscored them 23-20 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 24 points in their 114-110 loss to the Clippers, scoring 12 in the opening quarter. Ja Morant added 23 points, with 8 coming in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Desmond Bane contributed 21 points, including 5 in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Memphis hit 16 threes at a 38.1% rate, but struggled overall from the field, shooting just 38.4%. Bane connected on 3 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep, while Morant made 2 threes at 25%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd and 4th quarters, where they allowed just 23 points each, the Grizzlies couldn’t overcome a 40-point 3rd quarter from the Clippers, leading to a 114-110 loss. Memphis did well in limiting Los Angeles from beyond the arc, holding them to 9 made threes on 33% shooting.</p> <p>The Grizzlies sent the Clippers to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. Memphis grabbed 37 defensive rebounds but gave up 15 offensive boards. They also recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 12th ranked Brooklyn Nets (11-18) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (16-12). The Bucks are favored by 10.5 points and have won two straight games, while the Nets have lost two in a row.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-73 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Brooklyn Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 11-18 on the season after a 110-95 road loss to the Heat on Monday. Brooklyn entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 15. The total points for the game were 205, falling short of the 210.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn started poorly, allowing 39 points in the 1st quarter, but bounced back by winning the 2nd quarter 29-19. They trailed 83-78 going into the 4th but were outscored 27-17 in the final period.</p><p>In their 110-95 loss to the Heat, the Nets shot just 39.3% from the field, with their three-point shooting at 38.2%, hitting 13 threes. Noah Clowney and Cameron Johnson each scored 19 points, with Clowney hitting 4 threes and Johnson adding 3.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 15 points, and Tyrese Martin added 14, scoring 8 of those in the 3rd quarter. Clowney and Johnson both had strong 2nd quarters, with Clowney scoring 8 points and Johnson adding 7.</p><p>The Nets gave up 39 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 19. They allowed 25 points in the 3rd and 27 in the 4th, giving up 110 points in the loss.</p> <p>Brooklyn allowed Miami to shoot 49% from the field, including 41% from three, with the Heat hitting 17 threes. The Nets sent Miami to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, the Nets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 16-12 on the season with a 112-91 road win over the Bulls on Monday. Milwaukee, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with a dominant +21 point margin.</p> <p>A 12-0 run early on helped the Bucks jump out to a 33-17 lead after the 1st quarter. Chicago edged Milwaukee 28-26 in the 2nd quarter, but the Bucks responded by outscoring the Bulls 33-27 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 92-72 lead, Milwaukee held the Bulls to 19 points in the final quarter, while scoring 20. The game’s total of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their win over the Bulls, the Bucks connected on 18 threes, shooting 41.9% from deep. Their overall field goal percentage was 46%.</p> <p>Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, with Middleton adding 10 in the 2nd quarter. Bobby Portis contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Bucks put on a defensive clinic against the Bulls on Monday, holding them to just 91 points. Milwaukee started strong, allowing only 17 points in the 1st quarter and capped the game with a 19-point 4th quarter. Overall, the Bucks limited the Bulls to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Milwaukee was particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where Chicago shot just 20%, making only 10 threes. The Bucks also sent the Bulls to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9. Milwaukee finished the game with 42 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 1 block.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Fighting Illini and Wildcats face off at 9:00 ET on BTN. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. Illinois come into this Big Ten conference matchup as the -3.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 143.5 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern Wildcats +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern 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 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Illinois Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Illinois Fighting Illini Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Illinois improved to 6-1 on the season with a 90-77 home win over Arkansas on Thursday. The Illini, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 155.</p> 

<p>Illinois took control early, leading 49-34 at halftime. While they allowed 43 points in the 2nd half, they scored 41 to secure the win.</p><p>Illinois put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 52.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 66.7%, thanks in part to hitting 15 threes at a 48.4% clip.</p> <p>Adou Thiero and Kasparas Jakucionis each scored 26 points, with Jakucionis adding 4 assists. Tomislav Ivisic contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, connecting on 6 of 9 threes.</p><p>Illinois struggled defensively, giving up 77 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. The Fighting Illini couldn't contain the two-point shooting, with 15 of 26 shots falling for a 57% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Illinois allowed 15 threes on 31 attempts, a 48% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 22 times, where they converted 15 free throws at a 68% clip.</p><h3>Can Northwestern Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Northwestern dropped to 6-3 on the season after a narrow 80-79 loss to Iowa on Tuesday. The Wildcats, who were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game, managed to cover the spread. The total points ended at 159, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 148.</p> <p>After trailing 45-34 at halftime, Northwestern rallied in the second half, outscoring Iowa 45-35, but fell just short of completing the comeback.</p><p>Northwestern put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55%. They hit 38.1% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 21 attempts, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 81.2% of their shots (13/16).</p> <p>Josh Dix led the way with 22 points, shooting 56.2% overall and 37.5% from deep. Brooks Barnhizer added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Payton Sandfort and Ty Berry each contributed 20 points, with Berry hitting 5 of 9 threes. Brock Harding dished out 8 assists to go with his 12 points.</p><p>Northwestern struggled defensively, giving up 80 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field. They had particular trouble inside, where the opposing team hit 65% of their two-point attempts, going 21/32.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense allowed 9 threes on 23 attempts, a 39% shooting clip. They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 11 shots, shooting 57%. Northwestern limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the New York Knicks (-520) will host the Brooklyn Nets (+391) in an Eastern Atlantic division matchup. The Knicks are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 5-6, while the Nets are 8th in the East at 5-7.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this game is 216.5, and the Knicks are favored by 10 points. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, and can be seen on MSG.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -10</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 120-102 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with Jalen Brunson points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Brooklyn Shock Everyone at Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 5-7 on the season after a 139-114 loss to the Celtics on Wednesday. Brooklyn, playing at home, entered the game as +10 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 253 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 219 by 34 points.</p> <p>Brooklyn led 34-32 after the 1st quarter, but the Celtics took control by winning the next three quarters. Boston outscored the Nets 33-26 in the 2nd quarter, 38-29 in the 3rd, and 36-25 in the 4th.</p><p>Despite their 139-114 loss to the Celtics, the Nets shot 50.6% from the field and hit 19 threes at a 44.2% clip. Ziaire Williams led Brooklyn with 23 points, including 11 in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Cam Thomas added 17 points, scoring 10 in the 2nd quarter, while Dennis Schröder contributed 16 points. Keon Johnson chipped in 6 of his 12 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Nets struggled defensively against the Celtics, giving up 139 points on 53% shooting. Brooklyn allowed 32 points in the 1st quarter, 33 in the 2nd, 38 in the 3rd, and 36 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nets allowed Boston to hit 22 threes at a 47% clip. The Celtics also went 17/24 from the free-throw line. Brooklyn finished with 31 defensive rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Knicks Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 5-6 on the season after a 124-123 loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. Despite being favored by 8.5 points at home, New York couldn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 247 exceeded the O/U line of 231.</p> <p>New York struggled early, trailing 59-47 at halftime. They went on a 17-0 run, cutting the deficit from 90-71 to 90-88, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as the Bulls outscored them 34-38 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Karl-Anthony Towns was dominant in the Knicks' 124-123 loss to the Bulls, finishing with 46 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 6 threes at a 50% clip. He was especially impactful in the 4th quarter, scoring 17 points. Jalen Brunson added 24 points and 8 assists, with 10 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter, while Mikal Bridges contributed 20 points, including 10 in the 3rd.</p> <p>The Knicks shot 51.1% from the field as a team, connecting on 15 threes at a 40.5% rate. Towns led the way with 6 made threes, and Brunson added 3 more.</p><p>The Knicks struggled defensively against the Bulls, giving up 124 points on 53% shooting. Chicago scored 29 or more points in each quarter, including 34 in the 4th. From beyond the arc, the Bulls hit 14 threes at a 38% clip.</p> <p>New York sent Chicago to the line 27 times, where they made 22 free throws. The Knicks allowed 7 offensive rebounds while recording 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/15/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Red Storm. The game is starting at 11:30 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Red Storm at Carnesecca Arena in Queens, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have St. John's as the -10.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VS ST. JOHN'S RED STORM BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carnesecca Arena at 11:30 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Red Storm.</li><li>Even though we have St. John's winning straight-up, we like Kansas State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Wildcats Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Kansas State improved to 6-2 on the season with a dominant 120-73 win over UAPB on Sunday. The Wildcats, heavy favorites at -35, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 193, surpassing the O/U line of 157.</p> 

<p>Kansas State took control early, leading 63-33 at halftime. They continued to dominate in the 2nd half, scoring 57 points while allowing 40.</p><p>Kansas State's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 120 points and shooting 61.6% from the field. They connected on 52.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 23 threes, and had an effective field goal percentage of 76.7%. Their two-point shooting was even more impressive, as they made 75.9% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 35 assists in the game, with Dug McDaniel contributing 10 of them to go along with 18 points. Achor Achor also scored 21 points, shooting 70% from the field and hitting 3 of 5 threes. David N'Guessan was nearly perfect, going 7 for 8 from the field and making both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Kansas State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 61% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, where they allowed 75% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense gave up 23 threes on 44 attempts, a 52% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 19 free throws (73%). Kansas State allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does St. John's Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>St. John's Red Storm Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>St. John's improved to 6-2 on the season with a 77-64 win over Harvard on Saturday. Playing at home, the Red Storm were -25.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>St. John's took control early, leading 40-28 at halftime. They scored 37 points in the second half while allowing 36, which was enough to secure the win but not enough to cover the spread.</p><p>St. John's put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.6%, with a strong 58.1% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 22.2% on 6-of-27 attempts.</p> <p>RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 24 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% overall, though he was just 1-of-5 from deep. Kadary Richmond added 18 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the field.</p><p>St. John's gave up 64 points in this one, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field on 31 of 70 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 25 of 43 shooting for 58%.</p> <p>From three-point range, St. John's held their opponents to 6 of 27 shooting, or 22%. They also sent them to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 69%.</p>

Kansas State Wildcats vs St. John's Red Storm NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bison versus the Coyotes? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Summ. The game will be played at Sanford Coyote Sports Center in Vermillion, SD. In this Summit matchup, North Dakota State is favored by -3.5 vs. South Dakota. The over/under for the game is 148.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON VS SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota Coyotes +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sanford Coyote Sports Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Coyotes.</li><li>Not only will South Dakota pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bison Lock in a Win at Vermillion?</h3><p>North Dakota State is favored by 3.5 points in this game, and they have gone 7-2 when favored this season. They have an overall record of 15-14, and they have won two games in a row.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bison have gone just 5-11 this season, and their average scoring margin is -6.2 points per game. In their last 10 road games, they have gone 3-7.</p><p>North Dakota State's ATS record this season is 11-15, including a mark of 6-10 vs. the spread on the road. As the favorite, the Bison are 5-4 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, NDSU is 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>North Dakota State's over/under record for the season is 14-12 and today's over/under line of 148.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (144.3). So far, 16 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 134 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 0-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Bison's offense tallied 73 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 75.9 points per game. The team's top scorer is Boden Skunberg, who enters today's matchup with an average of 14.6, while Andrew Morgan also carries a PPG average of 13.3 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Bison's defense holds the 208th rank in the nation, allowing 73.5 points per game. So far, the North Dakota State defense is giving up an average of 7.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.4 times per game (446th).</p><h3>Do the Coyotes Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>South Dakota is 11-18 overall and 4-10 in the Summit League. At home, the Coyotes are 4-7, and their average scoring margin is -6.0 points per game. They have gone 4-17 as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games at home, South Dakota has gone 5-5. In their most recent game, they defeated Oral Roberts by a score of 77-76. So far, they have been the underdog in 21 of their 29 games.</p><p>South Dakota has an ATS record of 13-13 this season and they are 10-11 vs. the spread when they are the underdog. In their last 10 games as the underdog, the Coyotes have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>South Dakota's over/under record this season is 14-12 and today's line of 148.5 is lower than the average over/under line of 150.1 in their games this year. So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 158 points.</p><p>In their previous game, the Coyotes' offense finished with 77 points, which is right in line with their current average of 76.5 points per contest. On the offensive front, the Coyotes have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 162nd nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 52nd in terms of percentage and 147th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the South Dakota defense is giving up an average of 79.1 points per contest. South Dakota's three-point defense is currently 207th in the country at 8.2 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 43.3% of their shots vs. South Dakota.</p>

North Dakota State Bison vs South Dakota Coyotes Betting Pick & Prediction 2/29/24

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
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Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

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