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<p>Planning on watching today's Beavers and Cougars game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN2. Oregon State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -5.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Oregon State Shock Everyone at Stan Sheriff Center?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 7-2 on the season with an 82-45 win over Sacramento State on Tuesday. The Beavers were heavy favorites at -20.5 and covered the spread, but the game’s total points of 127 fell short of the O/U line of 132.5.</p> <p>After leading 30-20 at halftime, Oregon State’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half while holding the Hornets to just 25 points.</p><p>Oregon State put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63%. They connected on 67.9% of their two-point attempts (19/28) and hit 38.5% from beyond the arc (10/26). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 14 of 16 attempts for 87.5%.</p> <p>Michael Rataj led the way with 23 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall (8/12), though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 4 attempts. Liutauras Lelevicius added 12 points, shooting 57.1% from the field and 50% from three (2/4). The Beavers also recorded 16 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite Oregon State's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 45 points. The Beavers allowed 53% shooting from the field, with their opponent hitting 29 of 54 shots.</p> <p>Oregon State's defense gave up 67% shooting from two-point range, with their opponent making 19 of 28 attempts. From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 38%, connecting on 10 of 26 three-pointers. The Beavers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 87%.</p><h3>Can the Cougars Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars improved to 7-2 on the season with a 77-67 win over Wofford on Monday. Playing at home, Charleston entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Charleston stepped up in the second half, outscoring Wofford 43-33. The game’s total points of 144 fell just short of the 149-point O/U line.</p><p>Charleston put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.9%. They hit 50% of their threes, going 12-for-24, and were 84.6% from the free-throw line. Ante Brzovic led the way with 21 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 50% from deep.</p> <p>Deywilk Tavarez added 17 points, connecting on 4-of-6 from three. Luke Flynn also impressed from beyond the arc, hitting 3-of-4 threes. The Cougars finished with 19 assists, with Brzovic dishing out 6, and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Charleston's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponent shooting 45% from the field, hitting 27 of 59 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 of 35 for 42% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, Charleston's opponent connected on 12 of 24 attempts, shooting 50%. They also went 11 of 13 from the free-throw line, an 84% rate. Charleston gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Jayhawks and Bluejays are set to face off at 8:30 ET on FS1. The Bluejays will host the game at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. In this non-conference matchup, Kansas is favored by -4.5 against Creighton. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 8:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jayhawks Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 5-3 on the season with a dominant 86-51 win over Furman on Saturday. Playing at home, the Jayhawks were -21.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 137 fell short of the 148 O/U line.</p> <p>Kansas led 39-28 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 23 points while scoring 47 of their own.</p><p>Kansas put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 60.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 64.1%, thanks to a dominant 74.5% shooting on two-pointers (35/47), while they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 17 attempts (23.5%).</p> <p>The Jayhawks dished out 25 assists, with KJ Adams leading the way, scoring 22 points on 10 of 12 shooting. Eddrin Bronson connected on 4 threes, finishing with 14 points, while Garrett Hien added 12 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Even with Kansas shooting 60% from the field, their defense held strong, allowing just 51 points. The Jayhawks were especially effective inside, converting 74% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas struggled, hitting only 23% of their threes. They also had a quiet night at the free-throw line, going 4/6.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Exceed Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Creighton moved to 7-0 on the season after an 80-76 road win over Notre Dame on Saturday. The Bluejays, who were -5.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Creighton led 40-30 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40 themselves. Despite the win, the Bluejays will look to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Creighton's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and hitting 45.8% from three-point range, connecting on 11 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59.6%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 13 of 15 shots for 86.7%.</p> <p>Jamiya Neal led the way with 21 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc. Tae Davis and Braeden Shrewsberry each added 17 points, while Steven Ashworth contributed 15 points and 6 assists. Garrett Sundra was efficient off the bench, scoring 11 points in 11 minutes, shooting 80% from the field and 75% from three.</p><p>Creighton's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 28 of 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bluejays allowed 19 two-point field goals on 42 shots, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Creighton allowed 9 threes on 23 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 39% from three-point range. The Bluejays also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 73%. Creighton gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24

<p>Betting on today's Bears and Sooners game? Catch the action at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK, as the Sooners hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on SEC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 146.5 points, and Oklahoma is favored by -28.5 vs. Central Arkansas.</p><h3>CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS VS OKLAHOMA SOONERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Central Arkansas Bears +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lloyd Noble Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CENTRAL ARKANSAS BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Sooners.</li><li>Even though we have Oklahoma winning straight-up, we like Central Arkansas at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Central Arkansas Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Central Arkansas picked up a 73-71 win over The Citadel on Monday, improving to 2-8 on the season. The Bears were -4.5 favorites at home, but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s combined points of 144 went over the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Central Arkansas led 47-42 at halftime but managed just 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29 points to The Citadel.</p><p>Central Arkansas managed to put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 38.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, with a 31.2% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 32 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 11 of 13 shots, good for 84.6%.</p> <p>Paxton Davidson led the way, hitting 7 threes on 12 attempts, finishing with 23 points and 5 rebounds. Layne Taylor added 21 points, while Elias Cato contributed 19 points and 5 boards. Colby McAllister also chipped in 15 points, knocking down 5 of 10 from deep.</p><p>Central Arkansas held their opponent to 71 points on 38% shooting from the field, including 45% on two-point attempts (16/35). From beyond the arc, they allowed 10 threes on 32 attempts, a 31% shooting rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, their opponent went 11/13, hitting 84% of their attempts. Central Arkansas also gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Sooners Win at Lloyd Noble Center?</h3><h3>Oklahoma Sooners Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Sooners improved to 11-0 this season with a narrow 87-86 win over Michigan on Wednesday. Oklahoma, who were +4 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 173 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Oklahoma trailed 43-38 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. Their strong 2nd half was key to pulling off the win and staying unbeaten.</p><p>Oklahoma put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field. They hit 48% from three, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the line, making 21 of 24 free throws (87.5%). Their effective field goal percentage was 57.9%.</p> <p>Jeremiah Fears led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 75% from three. Vladislav Goldin added 26 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 10 of 12 shots. Oklahoma finished with 9 assists and 11 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Sooners allowed 27 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oklahoma's opponents shot 48%, hitting 12 of 25 threes. They also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 for 87%.</p>

Central Arkansas Bears vs Oklahoma Sooners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pelicans will host the Nuggets at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. Denver (-414) is currently a 9.5-point favorite over the Pelicans (+322). The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is 231.5.</p>

<p>Denver is 14-11 on the season and 6th in the Western Conference. New Orleans (5-24) is 15th in the West and has lost six straight games.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 120-113 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.9% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Denver Stun the Crowd at Smoothie King Center?</h3><p>Denver’s season record dropped to 14-11 after a 126-124 road loss to the Trail Blazers on Thursday. The Nuggets, who were favored by 8.5 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 250, surpassing the O/U line of 234.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Denver appeared to be in control after a 10-0 run stretched their lead from 66-59 to 76-59. However, they faltered in the 3rd quarter, getting outscored 38-21. Despite a strong 4th quarter where they outscored Portland 37-22, the Nuggets couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>The Nuggets shot 54% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 44.1% clip in their 126-124 loss to the Trail Blazers. Nikola Jokic led the way with 34 points, 8 assists, and 6 rebounds, connecting on 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Jamal Murray added 24 points and 10 assists, with 12 points coming in the 4th quarter. Christian Braun also made a significant impact in the final period, scoring 11 of his 13 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets struggled in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, giving up 36 and 38 points, respectively, in their 126-124 loss to the Trail Blazers. They tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 22 points, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. Overall, Denver allowed Portland to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nuggets gave up 16 threes on 34% shooting. The Trail Blazers also went to the line 24 times, hitting 20 free throws. Denver finished with 32 defensive rebounds but allowed 15 offensive boards, while also recording 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Pelicans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Pelicans fell to 5-24 on the season after a 104-93 home loss to the Knicks on Saturday. New Orleans entered the game as +8 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 197 points was well below the 223.5-point line.</p> <p>New Orleans went on a 10-0 run early, taking the lead from 19-16 to 26-19, but couldn’t maintain momentum. They led 49-45 at halftime but were outscored 33-26 in the 3rd quarter and 26-18 in the 4th, as the Knicks pulled away late.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled offensively in their 93-point effort against the Knicks, shooting just 41% from the field. They connected on 12 threes at a 35.3% rate, both figures hovering around their average.</p> <p>Trey Murphy III led the way with 26 points, scoring 12 in the opening quarter. Dejounte Murray added 14 points, while CJ McCollum chipped in 13.</p><p>Defensively, the Pelicans had a strong 2nd quarter, giving up just 17 points, but they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 33 points in their 104-93 loss to the Knicks. Overall, they held New York to 43% shooting.</p> <p>New Orleans had trouble defending the three, as the Knicks hit 15 threes at a 40% clip. The Pelicans also gave up 15 offensive rebounds but recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Cavaliers? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 120.5 points, and Virginia is favored by -13.5 vs. American.</p><h3>AMERICAN EAGLES VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: American Eagles +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AMERICAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Even though we have Virginia winning straight-up, we like American at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 120.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will American Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>American Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>American fell to 4-5 on the season after an 84-57 road loss to Saint Joseph's on Wednesday. Entering the game as +12.5 underdogs, the Eagles failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>American trailed 44-26 at halftime and couldn't close the gap, scoring 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>American's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 57 points on 35.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, with two-point shooting at 40.6% and three-point shooting at 29.2% (7/24). They also hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10/15 from the line.</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming was a standout performer, scoring 26 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, shooting 61.5% overall and 42.9% from deep.</p><p>American's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 60% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 21 of 32 two-point attempts, a 65% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, American's defense conceded 8 threes on 16 attempts, with their opponent shooting 50%. They also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws, shooting 85%. The Eagles gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Cavaliers Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Virginia fell to 6-5 on the season after a 64-62 loss to Memphis on Wednesday. The Cavaliers were +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Virginia led 30-21 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The Cavaliers will need to tighten up defensively to get back on track.</p><p>Virginia's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 31.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they managed 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% from the field. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Taine Murray contributed 14 points on 55.6% shooting.</p><p>Virginia's defense held strong, giving up just 64 points while limiting their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. The Cavaliers allowed 15 made two-pointers on 34 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Virginia's defense conceded 6 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 31%. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 77%.</p>

American Eagles vs Virginia Cavaliers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bearcats and Black Knights. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Black Knights at Christl Arena in West Point, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Army is favored by -4.5 at home against Binghamton.</p><h3>BINGHAMTON BEARCATS VS ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Binghamton Bearcats +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Christl Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BINGHAMTON BEARCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Black Knights.</li><li>Even though we have Army winning straight-up, we like Binghamton at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Binghamton Shock Everyone at Christl Arena?</h3><p>Binghamton improved to 4-6 on the season with a narrow 62-60 win over Mercyhurst on Wednesday. The Bearcats, who were -6 favorites, didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points (122) fell short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 28-24 at halftime, Binghamton turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Mercyhurst 38-32 to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Binghamton's offense put up 62 points, shooting 45.8% from the field. They connected on 31.2% of their threes, hitting 5 of 16 attempts, and went 13 for 20 from the free-throw line, good for 65%.</p> <p>Chris Walker hit 3 of 6 from deep, finishing with 17 points and 5 assists. Tymu Chenery added 19 points, despite shooting 1 for 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 60 points, Binghamton's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 45% from the field, with 22 made baskets on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Bearcats gave up 17 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 53% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. At the free-throw line, their opponent shot 65%, making 13 of 20 attempts. Binghamton also limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Black Knights Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army fell to 3-5 on the season after a 75-60 road loss to George Washington on Friday, December 13th. Entering the game as +10 point underdogs, the Black Knights not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Army trailed 35-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>Army's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 30 three-point attempts for 16.7%. Their overall field goal percentage was 37.3%, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.8%. Inside the arc, they were more efficient, shooting 54.1% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Josh Scovens led the team with 20 points and 6 rebounds, while Trey Moss added 19 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes. AJ Allenspach contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Rafael Castro was also efficient, making 6 of 7 shots and grabbing 12 rebounds.</p><p>Army's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 13 made threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 56%, hitting 13 of 23 two-point attempts. Army also sent them to the line 15 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 66%.</p>

Binghamton Bearcats vs Army Black Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Braves and Blazers face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blazers are hosting the game at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, AL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UAB as the -21.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 155.5 points.</p><h3>ALCORN STATE BRAVES VS UAB BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Alcorn State Braves +21.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bartow Arena at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ALCORN STATE BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Blazers.</li><li>Even though we have UAB winning straight-up, we like Alcorn State at +21.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Braves Win in Birmingham?</h3><p>Alcorn State's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 0-11 after a 77-75 loss to Rice on Monday. Despite being +15.5 point underdogs, the Braves kept it close, covering the spread.</p> <p>Alcorn State trailed 42-33 at halftime but outscored Rice 42-35 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Alcorn State's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 47.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 21 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.3%, and they added 8 offensive rebounds and 13 assists.</p> <p>Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt led the Braves with 21 points, shooting 3 of 5 from deep, while Alem Huseinovic hit 6 threes, finishing with 20 points on 75% shooting. Trae Broadnax contributed 11 points and 7 assists, and Keionte Cornelius added 14 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Alcorn State's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field, connecting on 27 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, the Braves allowed 14 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alcorn State's opponents hit 13 of 33 shots, good for 39%. The Braves also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10 attempts for 83%. Alcorn State allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Blazers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>UAB improved to 5-6 on the season with a decisive 96-67 home win over Alabama A&M on Wednesday. The Blazers, who entered the game as -22.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the win. The total points for the game ended at 163, surpassing the O/U line of 159.5.</p> <p>UAB took control early, leading 57-28 at halftime. However, they allowed the Bulldogs to match their 39 points in the second half, a potential concern for the Blazers moving forward.</p><p>UAB put up 96 points in their last game, shooting 43.2% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range. They were strong at the free-throw line, hitting 83.3% of their attempts, and grabbed 23 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Christian Coleman led the way with 25 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 62.5%. Efrem Johnson added 15 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes, while Tony Toney and Jaylen Colon each contributed 12 points, with Colon making 4 threes.</p><p>UAB's defense gave up 67 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, with 32 made baskets on 74 attempts. From two-point range, they hit 25 of 56 shots, good for 44%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition connected on 7 of 18 three-point attempts, shooting 38%. UAB also sent them to the line 30 times, where they converted 25 free throws, an 83% success rate. UAB gave up 23 offensive rebounds.</p>

Alcorn State Braves vs UAB Blazers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Celtics (-857) will host the Nets (+578) in an Eastern Atlantic Division matchup. Currently, Boston is on a five-game winning streak and is 42-12 overall. Brooklyn is 21-32 and 11th in the East.</p>

<p>TD Garden in Boston will be the site of this game. The Celtics are favored by 13 points and the over/under line is set at 226.5. NBCS will have TV coverage of this game.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets +13</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, February 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-109 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Brooklyn Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Nets have an O/U record of 26-27 this season, and their games have averaged a combined 229.1 points. Today's O/U line is set at 226.5.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Nets have gone 9-27 straight-up and 14-19 ATS. They have been the underdog in 36 of their 53 games this season.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Celtics, the Nets lost by a score of 118-110. They were 8-point underdogs in that game, which resulted in a push against the spread.</p>

<p>On the road, the Nets are 8-15 this season and 9-14 ATS. Their average scoring differential on the road is -4.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Against Eastern Conference teams, the Nets are 14-16 compared to 7-16 against the West. This puts them in 11th place in the East and 4th in the Atlantic Division.</p><p>This season, the Brooklyn Nets are averaging 113.9 points per game, which is 19th in the NBA. In terms of scoring on the road, they are also 19th with an average of 113.7 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to their pace of play, the Nets are 24th in the league at 97.7 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are shooting 46% overall, which is also 24th in the NBA.</p>

<p>One area where Brooklyn has excelled this season is three-point shooting. They are 6th in the league in made threes per game at 13.9. However, their overall offensive efficiency is just 24th in the NBA.</p><p>Brooklyn's defense is currently in line with the NBA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 115.2 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Nets squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.0% inside the arc, and they're also giving up 37.9% from downtown.</p><h3>Are Boston Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Today, the Celtics are favored by 13 points at home against the Nets. This season, Boston has been favored in 51 of their 54 games and has gone 40-11 in those games. The team has won five straight games as the favorite.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Nets, the Celtics won 118-110 as 8-point favorites. The O/U line for that game was also 226.5. This win improved the Celtics' record to 42-12, which is the best in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record, the Celtics are 23-28 for the season, including a 13-14 record at home. The team has failed to cover the spread in their last two home games.</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have an average scoring differential of +12.4 points per game at home. On the road, their scoring differential is +6.2 PPG. In their last five games, the Celtics have won three straight at home.</p>

<p>On average, the Celtics' games have finished with 231.4 points per game this season, which is higher than today's O/U line of 226.5. The team's O/U record for the season is 27-27.</p><p>At home, the Celtics have been one of the most potent offenses in the NBA, averaging 122.1 points per game (6th). Overall, they are 5th in scoring at 120.4 points per game. In terms of pace, Boston is 15th in the league at 98.6 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Celtics have outscored the NBA scoring average in 70.4% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, Boston is 12th in the league at 48%. However, they have been one of the most efficient teams from beyond the arc, leading the NBA in three-point makes per game (16.1).</p>

<p>When it comes to two-point field goals, the Celtics are 4th in the league at 57%. In terms of offensive rebounds, Boston is 16th in the NBA, averaging 10.7 per game. Finally, the Celtics are 19th in assists at 26.1 per game.</p><p>The Celtics' defense is presently ranked 6th in the league, allowing an average of 111.0 points per contest. Most recently, the Celtics' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 110 points to the Nets.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 2/14/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Redbirds and Big Red face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Big Red are hosting the game at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158.5 points, and Cornell is favored by -6.5 at home against Illinois State.</p><h3>ILLINOIS STATE REDBIRDS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cornell Big Red -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 12:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CORNELL BIG RED:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Not only will Cornell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Redbirds Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Illinois State Redbirds Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Illinois State improved to 6-4 on the season with an 81-60 home win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday, December 18th. The Redbirds were -14 favorites and covered the spread, while the game’s total points of 141 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Illinois State led 36-28 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Huskies 45-32.</p><p>Illinois State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 41.7% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.3%, with a 55.6% success rate on two-point attempts and 78.6% from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Quentin Jones led the way with 27 points, despite shooting just 1-of-6 from three. Dalton Banks added 17 points on 8-of-10 shooting, and Chase Walker contributed 15 points, hitting 5-of-6 from the field. Johnny Kinziger and Jack Daugherty each connected on 4 threes, with Kinziger also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Illinois State's defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 30 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 24 shots, shooting 41%. Illinois State also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, a 78% success rate. The Redbirds allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cornell Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Cornell improved to 6-3 on the season with an 88-80 road win over Cal on Tuesday. Entering the game as +9 point underdogs, the Big Red not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 168, just over the O/U line of 166.5.</p> <p>Cornell took control early, leading 47-29 at halftime. While they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, they managed to score 41 points of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Cornell put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, thanks to hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.1% of their threes.</p> <p>Joshua Ola-Joseph and Cooper Noard each contributed 21 points, with Ola-Joseph hitting 5 of 7 threes. AK Okereke led the team with 24 points, while Mady Sissoko was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6.</p><p>Even with Cornell giving up 80 points, their defense held the opposing team to 43% shooting from the field. The Big Red allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 16 of 31 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Cornell's defense saw the opposition make 12 of 33 attempts, good for 36%. The other team also shot 75% from the free-throw line, converting 12 of 16 attempts. Cornell allowed 17 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Illinois State Redbirds vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncs and Wolfpack. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ACCN, and it's hosted by the Wolfpack at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have North Carolina State as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 135.5 points.</p><h3>RIDER BRONCS VS NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rider Broncs +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RIDER BRONCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wolfpack.</li><li>Even though we have North Carolina State winning straight-up, we like Rider at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Broncs Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Rider's season record fell to 4-8 after a 79-66 road loss to Penn on Friday. The Broncs entered the game as +4 underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Rider trailed 41-29 at halftime and couldn't make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 145 went over the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Rider struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.4% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 45.1%. They hit 38.1% of their threes, going 8-for-21 from deep, while their two-point shooting was just 40% (20-for-50). The Broncs managed only 4 free throw attempts, hitting 2 of them.</p> <p>Nick Spinoso led Rider with 22 points, shooting 11-for-14 from the field, while Ethan Roberts added 20 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 3 of 5 threes. Zion Cruz contributed 16 points, and Niklas Polonowski knocked down 4 threes, finishing with 14 points in 15 minutes.</p><p>Rider's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Broncs allowed 32 made field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rider's opponents shot 45%, making 11 of their 24 three-point attempts. The Broncs also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Wolfpack Win at Home?</h3><p>North Carolina State fell to 7-4 on the season after a 75-60 loss to Kansas on Saturday. The Wolfpack, who were +14.5 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>NC State trailed 38-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 30 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The Wolfpack will look to bounce back after this road loss.</p><p>NC State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 60 points on 36.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.1%, with two-point shooting at 35.7% (15/42) and three-point shooting at 40% (6/15). They also connected on 66.7% of their free throws, going 12/18 from the line.</p> <p>The Wolfpack managed 11 offensive rebounds and 9 assists in the game. Zeke Mayo led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 9 from beyond the arc and shooting 64.3% overall. Hunter Dickinson added 21 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Wolfpack had a tough time defending inside, as their opponents connected on 69% of their two-point attempts, going 20/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, with the other team shooting 41% from three-point range. The Wolfpack also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 7 times, where they hit 5 free throws at a 71% clip. NC State gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Rider Broncs vs North Carolina State Wolfpack NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Pioneers and RedHawks game? Catch the action at Millett Hall in Oxford, OH, as the RedHawks hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Miami (OH) is favored by -7.5 at home against Sacred Heart.</p><h3>SACRED HEART PIONEERS VS MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Millett Hall at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the RedHawks.</li><li>Not only will Miami (OH) pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pioneers Pull Off a Win at Oxford?</h3><p>The Pioneers fell to 4-7 on the season after a 74-66 home loss to Albany on Wednesday. Sacred Heart, who entered the game as -3.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 34-30 at halftime, Sacred Heart was outscored 44-32 in the second half. The combined points for the game were 140, falling short of the 155.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Sacred Heart struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, shooting just 21.7% on 5-of-23 attempts. Overall, they hit 40% of their shots, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.1%. Their two-point shooting was more reliable, as they connected on 50% of their attempts (21-of-42).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Pioneers were efficient, making 9-of-10 attempts. They also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Tanner Thomas and Amar'e Marshall led the team with 16 points each, while Byron Joshua added 14 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Even though Sacred Heart gave up 74 points, they held their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. The Pioneers allowed 21 two-point field goals on 42 attempts, a 50% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacred Heart's defense was more effective, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. The Pioneers also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts.</p><h3>Will the RedHawks Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Miami (OH) fell to 5-4 on the season after a 75-67 road loss to Vermont on Wednesday. The RedHawks entered the game as +5 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 142 exceeded the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Miami (OH) trailed 40-28 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Vermont 39-35. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Miami (OH) struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 15 three-point attempts for a 6.7% shooting percentage. However, they found success inside, shooting 62.8% on two-point attempts and finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.3%.</p> <p>Nick Fiorillo and Peter Suder each scored 21 points, with Suder shooting 57.1% from the field. TJ Hurley added 20 points, while Antwone Woolfolk was nearly perfect from the field, hitting 6 of 7 shots for 12 points and grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Even with Miami (OH) giving up 75 points, their defense struggled to contain the opposition, allowing them to shoot 47% from the field. The RedHawks couldn’t stop the two-point attempts, as the other team connected on 63% of their shots inside the arc, going 14/22.</p> <p>From three-point range, Miami (OH) held the opposing team to 30% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 20 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 29 for a 90% rate. The RedHawks did manage to keep the opposition from grabbing any offensive rebounds.</p>

Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Miami (OH) RedHawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Privateers and Tigers. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on SEC, and it's hosted by the Tigers at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have LSU as the -27.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 151.5 points.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Maravich Assembly Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have LSU winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +27.5.</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 Privateers Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Privateers dropped to 2-8 on the season following a 98-62 road loss to Texas on Thursday. Entering the game as +33.5 point underdogs, New Orleans not only lost but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 160, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Trailing 44-28 at halftime, New Orleans allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 of their own. The Privateers will look to regroup after another tough loss.</p><p>New Orleans struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 42.9% from the free-throw line. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, and they managed 7 threes on 20 attempts, shooting 35% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jordan Pope was a standout, scoring 42 points on 71.4% shooting, hitting 8 of 12 threes. Dae Dae Hunter added 16 points, shooting 60% overall and 57.1% from deep.</p><p>New Orleans struggled defensively, giving up 98 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 34 field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 50%, hitting 13 of 26 threes. They also sent them to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Win at Pete Maravich Assembly Center?</h3><p>LSU improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-53 win over Stetson on Tuesday. The Tigers, who were -23.5 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 152 went over the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>LSU jumped out to a 47-10 lead by halftime, but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 52 of their own.</p><p>LSU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a 53.8% field goal percentage. They connected on 45.2% of their threes, hitting 14 of 31 attempts, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.6%.</p> <p>Mehki Ellison led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% from the field and from beyond the arc. Cam Carter and Vyctorius Miller each added 16 points, with Miller hitting 4 of 6 threes. Corey Chest contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Curtis Givens III dished out 6 assists.</p><p>Despite LSU's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 53 points. The Tigers allowed a 53% shooting performance, with 35 made field goals on 65 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, LSU's defense gave up 14 threes on 31 attempts, a 45% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 83%.</p>

New Orleans Privateers vs LSU Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

Get your lineups in early for this week’s CIMB Classic at TPC Kuala Lumpur because it starts on Wednesday night for those of us in North America. Fortunately, there are only 78 players to consider with a much smaller field than usual for this tournament. This is the start of the Asian swing, with the CJ Cup at Nine Bridges and the WGC-HSBC Champions left to come.

This is just the second event of the wraparound portion of the 2018-19 season, so a lot of players are still shaking off of the rust from getting bounced in the FedEx Cup playoffs or from not making it at all. That means that you have to dig for this one, which features the top 60 in the FedEx Cup points list that wanted to play, the top 10 from the Asian Tour, and eight sponsor exemptions.

It’s easy to take Justin Thomas and Ryan Moore this week, but we’re looking for value options. That’s what we’ll be doing all season long on the golf side.

Salaries listed are from DraftKings.

<strong>Value Picks</strong>

<strong>Cameron Smith ($8,400) – </strong>Cameron Smith comes in right around the average salary for the six-man roster in DraftKings. Smith is a good candidate this week. He was fifth last year and also fifth back in 2014 at TPC Kuala Lumpur. He played very well in the CJ Cup last year with a third-place finish. He likes these early events and played quite well at times last season, including thirds in the Northern Trust and also the Dell Technologies Championship. He made it all the way to the Tour Championship, where he finished 20th out of the 30 players left standing. This is a guy that finished fifth in the WGC-Dell Match Play and fifth at the Masters last year, so he can play.

<strong>Danny Lee ($8,100) – </strong>Danny Lee had a solid showing at the Safeway Open last wee. He was 10th and only had seven bogies while toting around the course at Silverado. The nice thing about this event is that TPC Kuala Lumpur is that it is a short course for a par 72, which helps somebody like Lee, who wasn’t a big hitter last year. That being said, he was sixth in driving distance last week at Silverado, so he turned it up a little bit and actually putted really well. Lee was seventh last year in Malaysia and five of his last eight rounds here have been under 70 after some tough early rounds. Hopefully last week’s strong effort gives him some confidence this week.

<strong>Beau Hossler ($7,800) – </strong>It’s a bounce back week for Beau Hossler. He was tipped in a few places last week by some respected golf minds, but he fell short of the cut. He was 2-under, but a 73 on Friday was the kiss of death, as he had a triple bogey on his card to go along with 10 birds and five bogies. Hossler hasn’t played this event before, so this will be some uncharted territory for him, but he played well to start last season with a 10th at the Sanderson Farms and a seventh at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. Maybe getting away from the States and seeing something new will provide a boost.

<strong>Kevin Na ($8,600) – </strong>Kevin Na bypassed last week’s Safeway Open, so he’ll open up his 2018-19 season with the CIMB Classic this week. Na has played well here in the past, as he racked up consecutive top-five finishes back in 2014 and 2015. This is a short course, which helps a guy like Na, whose best asset on the course is with the putter. Na can get really hot with the putter and making putts is important on courses like this where everybody is racking up GIRs. He’s kind of a high-risk player this price tag, but it’s worth it if he’s got his rhythm on the dance floor.

<strong>Anirban Lahiri ($6,900) – </strong>Maybe things happen for a reason. Andrew Landry backed out of the CIMB Classic this week, which opened the door for Anirban Lahiri. Lahiri was 10th last year at 13-under with one of the lowest rounds on Saturday when he fired a 64. He finished third in 2016 at 19-under, just four shots off of Justin Thomas’s pace. Lahiri was a respectable 21st in 2015. He’s not in very good form, but this is a course that he has tamed in the past and he was gifted a chance to jump into this field, which could lift his spirits some despite the recent struggles.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Buccaneers and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 3:30 ET on SECN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Georgia as the -27.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 3:30 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia winning straight-up, we like Charleston Southern at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Athens Possible for the Buccaneers?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Charleston Southern fell to 2-10 on the season after an 86-69 road loss to North Alabama on Thursday. The Buccaneers entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Charleston Southern trailed 46-35 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 155 exceeded the over/under line of 148.</p><p>In their recent game, Charleston Southern put up 69 points, shooting 41.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 38.5% of their threes, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and went 15-for-23 from the free-throw line, good for 65.2%.</p> <p>Offensively, Taje' Kelly was a standout, scoring 34 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and 50% from three. Taye Fields was also efficient, hitting 83.3% of his shots, finishing with 25 points and 4 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Buccaneers gave up 26 two-pointers on 41 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 7 threes on 18 attempts, or 38% shooting. They also sent the opposing team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Is It the Bulldogs Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 100-49 win over Buffalo on Thursday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -27 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, just over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Georgia took control early, leading 56-19 at halftime. They added 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30, maintaining their strong defensive performance throughout the game.</p><p>Georgia's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 65.7% of their attempts, and knocked down 41.2% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also dished out 24 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Asa Newell and De'Shayne Montgomery each scored 16 points, with Montgomery hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Silas Demary Jr. also connected on 3 of 5 from three-point range, finishing with 13 points.</p><p>Georgia's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 49 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 37 made field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Georgia's defense allowed 23 made two-point shots on 35 attempts, a 65% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they gave up 14 made threes on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting percentage. The Bulldogs also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 63%.</p>

Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs Georgia Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Tigers face off at 1:00 ET on Monu. The Tigers are hosting the game at TU Arena in Towson, MD. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Towson as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>BRYANT BULLDOGS VS TOWSON TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Towson Tigers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TU Arena at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TOWSON TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Towson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulldogs Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Bulldogs dropped to 4-7 on the season after a narrow 86-84 loss to Fordham on Saturday. Bryant was a +1.5 point underdog going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 170, exceeding the O/U line of 159.5.</p> <p>Bryant trailed 42-36 at halftime but made a push in the second half, scoring 48 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Bryant put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 44.3% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.2%, and they hit 77.4% of their free throws, going 24-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>Jackie Johnson III led the way with 29 points, hitting 4-of-11 from deep. Kvonn Cramer added 23 points, shooting 66.7% overall and making both of his three-point attempts. Earl Timberlake contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, dishing out 8 assists as well.</p><p>Despite Bryant's defense giving up 86 points, they held their opponent to 44% shooting from the field, with 21 of 43 two-point attempts falling for a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bryant allowed 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 31 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 77%. Bryant gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Towson?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Tigers fell to 3-8 on the season after a 68-67 loss to Robert Morris on Tuesday. Towson, who entered the game as 1.5-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 135, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 40-24 at halftime, Towson's defense faltered, allowing 44 points in the second half while scoring just 27. This collapse cost them the game and added another loss to their record.</p><p>Towson's offense was efficient in their last game, shooting 54.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 45.5% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-11 from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Tigers made 12 of 15 attempts, good for 80%.</p> <p>Tyler Tejada led the way with 30 points, hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts and shooting 57.1% overall. Amarion Dickerson added 18 points, shooting 62.5% from the field and 66.7% from three. Josh Omojafo also contributed, hitting all of his three-point attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Despite Towson's defensive efforts, they gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. Towson allowed 23 field goals, including 16 two-pointers at a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Towson's defense saw the other team hit 7 of 18 threes, a 38% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the line 21 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 71%. Towson gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Bryant Bulldogs vs Towson Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Gauchos and Bears game? Catch the action at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, MO, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 137 points, with Missouri State being favored by -2.5 over UC Santa Barbara.</p><h3>UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS VS MISSOURI STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri State Bears -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Great Southern Bank Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Missouri State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the UC Santa Barbara Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UC Santa Barbara fell to 6-4 on the season after a narrow 60-58 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Wednesday, December 18th. The Gauchos entered the game as +2 point underdogs and the final score resulted in an ATS push. The combined points of 118 fell well short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 33-30 at halftime, UCSB allowed just 27 points in the 2nd half while scoring 28 points of their own, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, UC Santa Barbara's offense put up 58 points, shooting 43.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 46.2% (6/13) of their threes.</p> <p>Caleb Stone-Carrawell and Stephan Swenson each contributed 15 points, with Swenson knocking down 3 of 5 from deep. The Gauchos managed just 6 offensive rebounds and 10 assists, while hitting both of their free throw attempts.</p><p>Even though UC Santa Barbara allowed 60 points, they couldn’t capitalize on the defensive end, as their opponents shot 47% from the field, connecting on 26 of 55 attempts. The Gauchos struggled to contain two-point shots, where the opposition hit 21 of 36 for 58%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UC Santa Barbara held their opponents to 5 of 19 shooting, or 26%. The Gauchos sent them to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 3 for 75%. UC Santa Barbara limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Missouri State's season record dropped to 4-5 after a 91-78 road loss to Washington State on Saturday. The Bears entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs and didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> <p>Missouri State trailed 34-27 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 57 points in the 2nd half, which ultimately cost them the game.</p><p>Missouri State's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 6 of 15 shots for 40%.</p> <p>The Bears grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists. Dane Erikstrup and Isaiah Watts each scored 20 points, with Erikstrup shooting 85.7% overall and Watts hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. LeJuan Watts was perfect from the field, going 7 for 7.</p><p>Missouri State's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 91 points on 62% shooting from the field. The Bears gave up 23 two-point baskets on 30 attempts, a 76% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, opponents hit 9 of 21 threes, shooting 42%. Missouri State also sent them to the line 28 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Bears allowed 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Kraken and Avalanche face off at 8:00 ET on NHLN. The Avalanche are hosting the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The odds for this Western conference game currently have the Avalanche as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Avalanche are expected to take down the Kraken by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Avalanche on the moneyline</li><li>The Avalanche should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Seattle fell to 15-18-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken’s defense struggled early, allowing a goal just 3:23 into the first period. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short. Seattle, as underdogs on the puck line, didn’t cover.</p> 

<p>Offensively, the Kraken couldn’t find the net, managing 23 shots on goal. Defensively, they allowed two goals in the first period, with the second coming at 10:03. Joey Daccord made 31 saves in the loss.</p><p>Seattle's offense was held scoreless in their recent 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but couldn't find the back of the net, with 19 giveaways contributing to their struggles.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any of the three periods, marking the first time this season they've been shut out.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken gave up two early goals, both in the first period. The first came just 3:23 into the game, and the second was a power-play goal at the 10:03 mark. Goalie Joey Daccord finished with 31 saves and a 93.9% save percentage. Seattle's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 18 hits.</p><h3>Does Colorado Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 20-15-0. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. Colorado, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> 

<p>Colorado took the lead with a goal at 2:54 in the second period, but Nashville responded with five straight goals. The Avalanche's defense struggled, giving up two empty-net goals in the third period.</p><p>Cale Makar got the Avalanche on the board with his 5th goal of the season, a power-play strike 2:54 into the second period. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, scoring with 2:17 left in the third. Makar also picked up his 16th assist on MacKinnon’s goal.</p> <p>The Avalanche registered 30 shots on goal but were hindered by 23 giveaways. Devon Toews earned his 2nd assist of the season on MacKinnon’s goal, while Casey Mittelstadt recorded his 8th assist on Makar’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche will look to bounce back after giving up five goals to the Predators. Justus Annunen recorded 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. Colorado had a 1-0 lead in the second period, but their defense allowed two late goals in the third, and two more in the final period, both of which were empty-netters.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Panthers and Tigers are set to face off at 8:30 ET on ESPN+. The Tigers will host the game at Gentry Center in Nashville, TN. This Ohio Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 136 points, and Tennessee State is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. Eastern Illinois.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee State Tigers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gentry Center at 8:30 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eastern Illinois Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois comes into this game with a 13-14 record after defeating Lindenwood 72-57. The team has struggled on the road, going 4-8, while having a slightly better record of 5-6 at home. Eastern Illinois has a current ATS record of 12-10-1 heading into today's game. In their last five games, the team has gone 4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>After 27 games, Eastern Illinois has an over/under record of 5-16-2, with their games averaging a combined 134.1 points per game so far. In their most recent three games, the Panthers' over/under record is 0-3, with their games averaging 129 points per game.</p><p>The Eastern Illinois offense is coming off a game where they scored 72 points against Lindenwood. They posted a field goal percentage of 40.6% and connected on 7 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Tiger Booker, who is averaging 15.7 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Kyndall Davis also maintains a PPG average of 10.1 heading into game.</p><p>At present, the Panthers' defense is nationally ranked 51st, allowing 66.7 points per game. Eastern Illinois' three-point defense is currently 64th in the country at 6.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 39.0% of their shots vs. Eastern Illinois.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers have a 15-12 record, having just lost to Western Illinois (68-61). Tennessee State has a 6-8 record on the road and a 5-4 record at home. Tennessee State's record vs. the spread heading into today's game stands at 9-14. Over their last five games, the team has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through 27 games, Tennessee State has an over/under record of 9-14-0 with their games averaging a combined 141 points per game so far. When analyzing the Tigers' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 134 points per game and an over/under record of 2-3.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Tennessee State offense put up just 61 points vs. the Western Illinois Leathernecks. Overall, they are now averaging 72.7 points per game which is 245th in the country. The top scorer for the Tigers was Marcus Fitzgerald Jr. with 20 points, while Jason Jitoboh also chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>At this time, the Tigers' defense is positioned 122nd in the country, permitting 70.1 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Tennessee State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.5% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 28.0% this season.</p>

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Tennessee State Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

<p>Kutter Crawford will get the start for the Red Sox (68-60, 35-28 home) as they host the Dodgers (78-48, 35-27 away) at Fenway Park. The Dodgers will give the starting nod to Lance Lynn. Check out my prediction for game one of this interleague matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS BOSTON RED SOX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Red Sox -104</p><p>This game will be played at Fenway Park at 7:10 ET on Friday, August 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON RED SOX:</h3><ul><li>In their previous ten games, the Red Sox have a record of 6-4.</li><li>The Red Sox have gone 6-4 in their ten games at home.</li><li>Opponents are hitting just .114 against Kutter Crawford in his last two starts.</li></ul><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS LOOKING TO EXTEND NL WEST LEAD</h3><p>The Dodgers take on the Red Sox sitting in first place in NL West on an overall record of 78-48. Overall, they have played in 41 series, going 26-13-2. This season, they have put together a 35-27 record on the road and 43-21 at home.</p><p><p>The Dodgers will call on Lance Lynn to take the mound, with the right-hander boasting a 9-9 record so far this season. Lynn has made 25 appearances, sporting an ERA of 5.60 and a K/9 of 10.51. His FIP stands at 4.99, while opponents have managed an OBP of .318 against him.</p></p><p>Despite a quality start in his last outing, Lance Lynn was not involved in the Dodgers' 1-0 victory over the Brewers. He allowed no runs on four hits over seven innings of work.</p><p>For the season, the Dodgers are 9th in batting average, hitting a combined .253. Over their last ten games, they have hit .262 which is 8th in that span. Los Angeles' average of 5.6 runs per game puts them 3rd in the league. In terms of home runs, they have gone deep 197 times and have a team slugging percentage of .455.</p><p>The Dodgers' offense has been led by Freddie Freeman this season. His .336 batting average and 85 RBIs have been instrumental in their success, as has his 23 home runs.</p><h3>WILL THE BOSTON RED SOX TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Through 128 games, the Red Sox have a record of 68-60. This mark includes going 22-16-3 across their 41 series. Currently, Boston is 4th in the AL East and have a 35-28 record at home while going 33-32 on the road. So far, the Red Sox have gone 35-34 against teams with above .500 records.</p><p><p>The Red Sox will turn to starter Kutter Crawford, who has an overall record of 6-6. Through 24 appearances, his ERA is 3.66 and he has a K/9 of 8.81. He has put together a FIP of 4.25 and an OBP of .275 so far this season.</p></p><p>Kutter Crawford notched a victory and a quality start in his last outing, guiding the team to an 8-1 triumph over the Yankees. The right-hander yielded one run and one hit over six frames.</p><p>The Red Sox have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 17 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 4th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 14th in home runs and 5th in slugging percentage. Overall, Boston is averaging 5 runs per game (6th).</p><p>The Red Sox's offensive leader, Masataka Yoshida, has been a force at the plate this season. He has compiled a .295 batting average and boasts an impressive .458 slugging percentage and .348 on-base percentage.</p>

Los Angeles Dodgers vs Boston Red Sox Betting Pick & Prediction 8/25/23

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Mean Green? Tip off is at at 3:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UNT Coliseum in Denton, TX. The odds for this non-conference game currently have North Texas as the -23.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 129.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES VS NORTH TEXAS MEAN GREEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNT Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Mean Green.</li><li>Even though we have North Texas winning straight-up, we like Houston Christian at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Houston Christian Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Houston Christian dropped to 2-8 on the season after a 77-45 loss to Texas A&M on Friday. The Huskies were heavy underdogs, entering the game as +31 point underdogs, and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 122, falling short of the 141-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 35-23 at halftime, the Huskies struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 22 points while allowing 42.</p><p>In their latest game, the Houston Christian Huskies struggled offensively, scoring just 45 points on 30.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 32.7%, and they hit only 2 of 20 three-point attempts, finishing at 10% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Huskies made 13 of 20 attempts, shooting 65%. They recorded 8 offensive rebounds and 6 assists. Hayden Hefner led the team with 19 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 37.5% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Houston Christian's defensive struggles, they still managed to hold their opponent to 77 points. The Huskies allowed a 47% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 32 of 68 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian's defense gave up 7 threes on 17 attempts, a 41% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 6 of those attempts.</p><h3>Will the North Texas Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>North Texas Mean Green Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Texas improved to 6-3 after a 68-64 home win over Appalachian State on Friday, December 20th. Despite being -11.5 point favorites, the Mean Green didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>North Texas led 33-28 at halftime and scored 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 132 went over the O/U line of 123.5.</p><p>North Texas put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 67.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 21 points and 5 assists, shooting 4-of-8 from deep. Brenen Lorient added 17 points on 6-of-7 shooting, hitting his only three-point attempt. The Mean Green also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and shot 78.9% from the free-throw line.</p><p>North Texas gave up 64 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 67% of their two-point attempts (19/28).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Texas held their opponents to 25% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 20 attempts. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%.</p>

Houston Christian Huskies vs North Texas Mean Green NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Tommies and Bison face off at 8:00 ET on Summ. The Bison are hosting the game at Scheels Center in Fargo, ND. In this Summit matchup, St. Thomas (MN) is favored bt -1.5 vs. North Dakota State. The over/under for the game is 137.5 points.</p><h3>ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES VS NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota State Bison +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scheels Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-61 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Not only will North Dakota State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will St. Thomas (MN) Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>After playing 27 games, St. Thomas (MN) has a record of 17-10. On the road, the Tommies are 6-7, while at home they are 8-3. Heading into their game against North Dakota State, St. Thomas (MN) has a 14-10 ATS record. On the road, the Tommies have gone 9-4 vs. the spread, while at home they are 5-6 ATS.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) comes in with an over/under record of 11-13-0 through 27 games, with their games averaging a combined 137.3 points per game so far. The Tommies' last five games have culminated with an average of 148 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The St. Thomas (MN) offense is coming off a game in which they scored 83 points vs. South Dakota. Overall their field goal percentage was 50.8% while connecting on 9 threes. In terms of offense, the Tommies have a season-long field goal percentage of 47%, putting them 80th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 141st in percentage and 40th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the St. Thomas (MN) defense is giving up an average of 65.3 points per contest. In their most recent game, the St. Thomas (MN) defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as South Dakota knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 80 points.</p><h3>Can North Dakota State Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>North Dakota State enters their game against St. Thomas (MN) with a 13-14 overall record. On the road, the Bison have a 5-11 record, while they are 5-3 at home. Currently sitting at 9-15, North Dakota State has an ATS record that falls below .500. In their last five games, the team has a 2-3 record vs. the spread.</p><p>North Dakota State's games have, on average, featured 151 points per game leading to an over/under record of 14-10-0. Their average over/under line is currently 144.6 points so far. The Bison's last five games have culminated with an average of 143 points per game and an over/under record of 2-3.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 76.4 points per game, North Dakota State struggled in their previous game. Against Denver, the Bison scored 71 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8%. Tajavis Miller led the scoring for the Bison, contributing 21 points. Additionally, Jacari White chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>At this time, the Bison's defense is positioned 240th in the country, permitting 74.6 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, North Dakota State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.5% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.1% this season.</p>

St. Thomas (MN) Tommies vs North Dakota State Bison Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Penguins versus the Devils? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Devils are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Penguins winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Penguins on the moneyline (+187)</li><li>The Penguins are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Penguins Chances on the Road</h3><p>With a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved above .500 to 15-14-5. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the game’s 4 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins, scoring their first two goals. Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the win. Montreal’s only goal came in the third period, cutting the Penguins’ lead to 2-1 before Lizotte’s late tally.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the way for the Penguins with two goals, including his fourth of the season just 4:03 into the first period. He added his fifth on a power play at 1:20 of the second period. Blake Lizotte chipped in with his second goal of the season, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Pittsburgh fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. The Penguins scored once in each of the first two periods before Lizotte’s late goal sealed the 3-1 win.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins allowed just one goal, which came at 5:32 into the 3rd period. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves, posting a 96.2% save percentage. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Can New Jersey Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 21-11-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell short.</p> 

<p>Both teams were scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net three times. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing only 22 shots on goal.</p><p>The Devils were shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but coming up empty. They had 19 giveaways and were unable to find the net in any of the three periods.</p> <p>New Jersey failed to score on the power play and didn’t record any shorthanded or empty-net goals. The team’s record now stands at 21-11-3 after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held the Flames scoreless through the first two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty netter. New Jersey's defense finished with 5 takeaways and 22 hits, while goaltender Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage.</p>

Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Pistons and Bucks face off at 6:00 ET on BSW. The Bucks are hosting the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 240.5 points and the Bucks are the favorite to win at home vs. the Pistons.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +18</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 112-106 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with Giannis Antetokounmpo points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 51.2% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are Detroit Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Heading into their matchup vs. the Bucks, the Pistons have an overall record of 2-23 and are hoping to end their 22 game losing streak. In the Eastern Conference, the Pistons are in 15th place and are 5th in the Central division.</p><p>Detroit has an overall ATS record of 8-16 for the season so far. Detroit has failed to cover the spread in three straight home games and are 3-9 ATS at home compared to 5-7 on the road.</p><p>In their latest game, the Pistons offense put up 92 points against the 76ers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 43.2% and made 4 threes. The team's top scorer is Cade Cunningham, who enters today's matchup with an average of 21.3, while Ausar Thompson also carries a PPG average of 10.4 into the game.</p><p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Pistons is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 119.4 points per game (23rd).</p><p>The Pistons defense is coming off a game in which they held the 76ers offense to just 43.2% shooting. Overall, they gave up 124 points to Philadelphia.</p></p><h3>Do the Bucks Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Over their last ten games, the Bucks have gone 7-3 and have an overall record of 17-7. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently 2nd and are also leading the Central division.</p><p>Milwaukee comes in with an overall ATS record of 10-14 so far this season. When playing on the road, the Bucks hold an ATS record of 5-5 in contrast to a 5-9 record against the spread when playing at home.</p><p>In their latest game, Milwaukee's offense looked good, scoring 140 points against the Pacers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 53.9% and made 37/48 free throws. In terms of offense, the Bucks have a season-long field goal percentage of 50%, putting them 2nd in the NBA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 6th in percentage and 8th in three-pointers made.</p><p><p>Looking at the Bucks defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 119.5 points per game (24th).</p><p>Inside the arc, the Bucks defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.6% and 35.4% from three-point territory.</p></p>

Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/23

<p>The Billikens and Antelopes are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Antelopes will host the game at GCU Arena in Phoenix, AZ. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Grand Canyon as the -9.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS VS GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Louis Billikens +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at GCU Arena at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT LOUIS BILLIKENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Billikens.</li><li>Not only will Saint Louis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Saint Louis Be The Talk of GCU Arena?</h3><p>Saint Louis dropped to 5-5 on the season after a 74-71 home loss to Wofford on Wednesday. The Billikens, who were -7.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Saint Louis led 35-28 at halftime but allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>Saint Louis put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.8%. They hit 37.5% of their threes, going 9-for-24, and were 57.1% on two-point attempts, making 12 of 21. At the free-throw line, they struggled, converting just 57.1% on 20-of-35 shooting.</p> <p>Corey Tripp led the way with 24 points and 5 assists, shooting 62.5% overall, though he missed all 3 of his three-point attempts. Isaiah Swope added 19 points, hitting 3-of-7 from deep, while Robbie Avila contributed 16 points and 8 assists, despite shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Saint Louis gave up 74 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 57% shooting from two-point range, with the other team hitting 12 of their 21 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Billikens' defense conceded 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 35 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 57%. Saint Louis allowed 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Grand Canyon Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Grand Canyon improved to 6-4 on the season with a 74-51 win over Chicago State on Thursday. The Antelopes were -30 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 125, well below the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Grand Canyon dominated the first half, leading 40-20 at the break. They scored 34 points in the 2nd half but allowed 31, a closer margin than expected.</p><p>Grand Canyon put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, with strong two-point shooting at 63.2% (24/38), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 17 attempts for 23.5%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Antelopes shot 56%, making 14 of 25 attempts. They grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Lök Wur led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 40% from three-point range.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense gave up 51 points, despite allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts (24/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Grand Canyon held their opponent to 23% shooting, as they went 4/17 on threes. The Antelopes also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 14 for 56%. Grand Canyon gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Saint Louis Billikens vs Grand Canyon Antelopes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Fighting Illini and Tigers game? Catch the action at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN. Illinois is favored by -3.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 155.5 points.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS MISSOURI TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Missouri Tigers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Enterprise Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSOURI TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Missouri pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Fighting Illini Find a Way to Win in St. Louis?</h3><p>Illinois dropped to 7-3 on the season after a narrow 66-64 loss to Tennessee on Saturday. The Illini were +2 point underdogs heading into the game and pushed against the spread. The total points for the game ended up at 130, well under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Illinois trailed 31-30 at halftime and were outscored 35-34 in the second half. They’ll look to bounce back in their next game after this close loss.</p><p>In their last game, Illinois struggled offensively, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 17.4% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 23 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 33.3%, but they did manage to convert 83.3% of their free throws, going 30 for 36 from the line.</p> <p>Jordan Gainey led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, while Kasparas Jakucionis added 22 points despite hitting just 28.6% of his threes. The Illini recorded only 6 assists as a team, with 12 offensive rebounds helping to somewhat offset their shooting woes.</p><p>Illinois put up a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 66 points on 29% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 39% (11/28) and three-point attempts to 17% (4/23).</p> <p>Despite the solid defensive effort, Illinois sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 30 free throws (83%). Illinois also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Missouri Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Missouri improved to 10-1 after an 83-72 win over Jacksonville State on Tuesday. The Tigers were -16.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 155 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Missouri led 41-40 at halftime and tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Jacksonville State to 32 points while scoring 42 themselves.</p><p>Missouri's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 48% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and went 15 of 22 from the free-throw line (68.2%).</p> <p>Jacob Crews led the way with 19 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 6 of 9 threes. Mark Mitchell and Jaron Pierre Jr. each added 18 points, with Mitchell also dishing out 6 assists. Jamar Franklin contributed 15 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Even with Missouri's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 72 points. The Tigers allowed their opponents to shoot 49% from the field, with 28 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Missouri's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Missouri Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Lions and Lions game? Catch the action at Gersten Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA, as the Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Loyola Marymount as the -4.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH ALABAMA LIONS VS LOYOLA MARYMOUNT LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Alabama Lions +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gersten Pavilion at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH ALABAMA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will Loyola Marymount pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does North Alabama Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>North Alabama improved to 6-4 on the season with an 86-69 home win over Charleston Southern on Thursday, December 19th. The Lions, who were favored by 9.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 155 points went over the pre-game line of 148.</p> <p>North Alabama took control early, leading 46-35 at halftime, and maintained their edge by outscoring the Buccaneers 40-34 in the second half.</p><p>North Alabama's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 86 points on 55.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 61%, thanks to a 63.4% mark on two-point attempts and 38.9% from beyond the arc. They also connected on 76.5% of their free throws, going 13-for-17 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly led the way with 34 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 60% overall and 50% from three-point range. Taye Fields was nearly perfect, hitting 10 of 12 shots for 25 points, while Jacari Lane and Daylen Berry each added 18 points, with Berry knocking down 4 threes at a 66.7% clip.</p><p>North Alabama's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 69 points on 55% shooting from the field. They gave up 33 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Lions allowed their opponent to shoot 63%, with 26 made two-pointers on 41 attempts. From three-point range, their opponent shot 38%, hitting 7 of 18 attempts. North Alabama also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Do the Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Lions improved to 6-4 on the season with an 89-73 home win over Southern on Friday. Loyola Marymount entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 162 exceeded the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>LMU dominated the first half, leading 53-28, but allowed Southern to score 45 points in the second half while putting up 36 points of their own.</p><p>Loyola Marymount's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 89 points on 49.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, thanks in large part to their 55.2% shooting from beyond the arc, where they connected on 16 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Alex Merkviladze was a standout, hitting 6 of 7 threes and finishing with 24 points and 7 rebounds. The Lions also got 19 points and 10 boards from Puoch Dobuol, while Michael Jacobs added 16 points and 4 assists. As a team, Loyola Marymount dished out 22 assists and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Loyola Marymount's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field, including 55% from beyond the arc with 16 made threes. They also sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 13 free throws.</p> <p>The Lions allowed 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes. Their opponent made 14 two-point shots on 32 attempts, shooting 43% from inside the arc.</p>

North Alabama Lions vs Loyola Marymount Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Senators and Oilers are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Oilers will host the game at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Senators in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will Ottawa Be The Talk of Rogers Place?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 18-13-2. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>Three different players contributed to the Senators’ scoring. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 14:32 in the first period, followed by a goal from Brady Tkachuk in the second. Tim Stützle added an empty-net goal in the third to seal the win.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense found the net three times in their 3-0 win over Seattle. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring with his 7th goal of the season, followed by Brady Tkachuk, who also netted his 7th. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year.</p> <p>The Senators took 23 shots on goal and recorded 11 giveaways. They were held scoreless on the power play and picked up five assists, including Tim Stützle’s 10th of the season on Tkachuk’s goal.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build off their previous performance, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p><h3>Are the Oilers Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 20-11-2. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6 goals.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. The Oilers added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Edmonton’s offense took 31 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl kicked things off with his 9th goal of the season, while Jeff Skinner added his 3rd. Zach Hyman, with his 3rd goal, found the net on a power play, and Mattias Janmark sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd of the year.</p> <p>After scoring twice in the first period, the Oilers were held scoreless in the second before Hyman’s power-play goal in the third. Draisaitl also contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 8.</p><p>Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, helping the Oilers to a 4-2 win over Calgary. Defensively, Edmonton had 25 blocks and 2 takeaways, but they did give up two goals, one in the 2nd period and one in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Spartans and Aztecs. The game is starting at 11:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Aztecs at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Mountain West conference game currently have San Diego State as the -22 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 138.5 points.</p><h3>SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose State Spartans +22</p><p>This game will be played at Viejas Arena at 11:00 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Even though we have San Diego State winning straight-up, we like San Jose State at +22.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Jose State Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>San Jose State enters this game as 22-point underdogs, and they have gone 3-14 as underdogs this season. They are 9-19 overall, and their losing streak stands at three games. In their last game, they fell to Nevada by a score of 84-63.</p>

<p>On the road, the Spartans have gone just 2-10 this season, and their average margin of defeat is -10.0 points per game. Over their last 10 games away from home, they have gone just 1-9.</p><p>San Jose State's ATS record for the season is 9-17, including a mark of 4-8 on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Spartans are just 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in San Jose State's games this season of 139.6. So far, 12 of their games have had a lower over/under line than 138.5. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 144 points.</p><p>The San Jose State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 63 points vs. Nevada. Overall their field goal percentage was 39.7% while connecting on 9 threes. Myron Amey Jr. led the team in scoring, putting up 18 points. Additionally, Latrell Davis contributed 17 points for the Spartans.</p><p>Currently, the Spartans' defense holds the 247th rank in the nation, allowing 75.0 points per game. In their most recent game, the San Jose State defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Nevada knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 84 points.</p><h3>Do the Aztecs Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>San Diego State is 13-0 at home this season, and they have won 10 straight games at home. Overall, the Aztecs are 21-7, and they are 17-2 when favored. Their average scoring margin at home is +13.2 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Aztecs defeated Fresno State by a score of 73-41. They are 3-0 in their last three home games, and they have won five straight at home.</p><p>San Diego State has an ATS record of 12-14 this season, but they have been much better vs. the spread as the favorite. Their record vs. the spread when favored is 10-9 this year. At home, the Aztecs have an ATS mark of 8-5 and they have gone 7-2 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games. In their last three games as the favorite, San Diego State is 3-0 ATS and they are 7-3 in their last 10 games as the favorite.</p><p>San Diego State's over/under record this season sits at 14-12 and today's over/under line of 138.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (141.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 131 points compared to their season average of 141.8 points per game. So far, 12 of their games this season have finished with more points than today's over/under line.</p><p>The San Diego State offense is coming off a game in which they scored 73 points vs. Fresno State. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.8% while connecting on 8 threes. The team's top scorer is Jaedon LeDee, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 20.6, while Reese Waters also maintains a PPG average of 11.2 leading up to the game.</p><p>The Aztecs' defense is presently ranked 38th nationally, allowing an average of 66.0 points per contest. Against Fresno State, the Aztecs' defense gave up 41 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Fresno State only made 8 free-throws.</p>

San Jose State Spartans vs San Diego State Aztecs Betting Pick & Prediction 2/27/24

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

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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.

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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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Cleveland Browns vs Cincinnati Bengals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The Bengals are favored at -331 on the money line as they host the Browns at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati. The Browns are +262 on the money line, and the point spread has the Bengals favored by -7 points. The over/under line is set at 48 points for this AFC North matchup, which is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>CLEVELAND BROWNS VS CINCINNATI BENGALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Browns +7</p><p>This game will be played at Paycor Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND BROWNS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Browns winning this one by a score of 32 to 24</li><li>Not only do we have the Browns winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +7</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Browns Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 3-11 record, the Browns sit 4th in the AFC North and 25th in our power rankings. They’ve lost three straight, including a 21-7 defeat to the Chiefs in week 15. Cleveland was a 4-point underdog in that game but couldn’t cover the spread, and they are now 4-10 ATS this season.</p> <p>Our projections give the Browns a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. Their O/U record is 6-8, with the under hitting in two consecutive games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Browns rank 31st in our offensive power rankings, averaging 17.1 points per game (27th in the NFL) and 309.6 yards per game (22nd). Despite leading the league in passing attempts, they are 17th in passing yards per game, with 217.5. On the ground, Cleveland ranks 25th in rushing attempts and 27th in rushing yards, averaging 92.1 per game. They have struggled on third down, converting just 28.6% of their attempts, which ranks 30th in the league, but they lead the NFL in red zone conversion percentage at 64.3%.</p> <p>Jameis Winston threw for 146 yards and 3 interceptions in week 15 against the Chiefs, after passing for 212 yards in week 14 and 497 yards in week 13. Jerry Jeudy had 11 catches for 108 yards in week 15, while Jerome Ford led the team with 84 rushing yards on 7 carries. Cleveland was shut out in the first half against Kansas City, scoring their only points with a 7-point third quarter.</p><p>In their 21-7 loss to the Chiefs, the Browns' defense allowed two passing touchdowns and held Kansas City to 179 yards passing. However, they struggled to stop the run, giving up 132 yards on 35 attempts. Cleveland's defense didn't record any sacks in the game and allowed the Chiefs to convert on 38.9% of their third down attempts.<p></p>The Browns' defense limited the Chiefs to 4.5 yards per pass attempt and 311 total yards. Despite this, they couldn't generate enough pressure, as they failed to record any sacks and allowed the Chiefs to control the game on the ground.</p><h3>Are The Bengals Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With two straight wins, the Bengals now sit at 6-8, putting them 3rd in the AFC North. After a week 13 loss to the Steelers, Cincinnati bounced back with road wins over the Cowboys (27-20) and Titans (37-27). They were favored in both games, covering the spread each time, including a 10-point win over Tennessee as 6-point favorites.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Bengals have a +0.9 scoring margin and are 8-6 against the spread. Their O/U record is 10-4, with their games averaging 56.1 points. Cincinnati is 17th in our power rankings and has a 6% chance of making the playoffs.</p><p>Joe Burrow has been on a roll, throwing for 271 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 15 against the Titans, following a 369-yard, 3-touchdown performance in week 14 and 309 yards with 3 touchdowns in week 13. In his last game, he completed 26 of 37 passes but had 2 interceptions. Ja’Marr Chase had 9 catches for 94 yards in week 15, after a 177-yard, 2-touchdown game in week 14. Chase Brown rushed for 97 yards on 25 carries in week 15.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Bengals rank 5th in the NFL in points per game (28.5) and lead the league in passing yards per game with 271.4. They are 4th in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 47.5%, but rank 24th in red zone conversion percentage. Cincinnati is 6th in our offensive power rankings.</p><p>In the Bengals' 37-27 win over the Titans, their defense came up with four interceptions despite allowing 291 passing yards. Tennessee completed 76.3% of their passes and converted 62.5% of their third down attempts. Cincinnati's run defense was solid, allowing just 83 yards on 26 attempts (3.2 yards per attempt). They also forced one sack and had four tackles for loss.<p></p>The Bengals' secondary gave up two passing touchdowns in the game. Even though they allowed some big plays through the air, the four interceptions were crucial in helping secure the win.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Skyhawks. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Skyhawks at Merkert Gymnasium in South Easton, MA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with Stonehill being favored by -7.5 over New Hampshire.</p><h3>NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS VS STONEHILL SKYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Hampshire Wildcats +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Merkert Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-64 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will New Hampshire pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will New Hampshire Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>New Hampshire Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats' season struggles continued with a 72-62 loss to Harvard on Sunday, dropping their record to 0-11. New Hampshire, who were +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell just under the O/U line of 136.</p> 

<p>New Hampshire trailed by just one point at halftime, 30-29, but were outscored 42-33 in the second half. Their inability to close the gap in the final period remains a concern as they search for their first win of the season.</p><p>New Hampshire's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 23 three-point attempts for a 21.7% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.6%. Their two-point shooting was more efficient, as they connected on 53.1% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wildcats were nearly perfect, making 13 of 14 attempts for a 92.9% shooting percentage. Chandler Pigge was a standout performer, shooting 66.7% from the field and hitting his only three-point attempt, while also grabbing 9 rebounds and dishing out 5 assists. Anthony McComb III led the team in scoring with 21 points, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>New Hampshire's defense gave up 72 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. The Wildcats struggled to contain two-point shots, allowing 53% shooting on 17 of 32 attempts.</p> <p>However, New Hampshire did a good job defending the three-point line, where the other team shot just 21%, hitting 5 of 23 attempts. The Wildcats also sent them to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 13, shooting 92%. New Hampshire allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Skyhawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stonehill dropped to 4-7 on the season after a 78-67 loss to Massachusetts-Lowell on Wednesday. The Skyhawks were +14.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, Stonehill allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game were 145, just under the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Stonehill's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.4%. They connected on 8 of 20 three-point attempts, hitting 40% from beyond the arc, while shooting 50% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Quincy Clark led the way with 21 points, shooting 64.3% overall. Max Brooks added 18 points, missing just one of his seven shots for an 85.7% shooting performance. The Skyhawks managed only 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Stonehill's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 78 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 61% on two-point attempts, with 25 made shots from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stonehill's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with just 4 made threes. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 of those attempts.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Horned Frogs face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Horned Frogs are hosting the game at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX. The over/under for this game is set at 140.5 points, and TCU is favored by -10.5 against Montana State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MONTANA STATE BOBCATS VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montana State Bobcats +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTANA STATE BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Even though we have TCU winning straight-up, we like Montana State at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Montana State as Away Dogs</h3><p>Montana State dropped to 4-7 on the season following an 83-80 road loss to UC Riverside on Wednesday. The Bobcats entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 163, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 143.5.</p> <p>Montana State led 53-41 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 42. The Bobcats will need to address their second-half performance moving forward.</p><p>Brandon Walker's efficient 31-point performance on 14-of-20 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep, led Montana State to an 80-point outing in their latest game. Barrington Hargress chipped in 22 points and dished out 10 assists, while Max Agbonkpolo added 20 points, hitting 3-of-6 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Bobcats shot 48.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.7%. They connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts (10-of-26) and struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 2-of-5. Montana State also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and recorded 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Montana State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 53% shooting from the field. Their two-point defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed the opposing team to hit 61% of their shots inside the arc, going 25/41.</p> <p>From three-point range, Montana State's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, with 5 made threes on 15 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 90%. Montana State also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is It the Horned Frogs Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>TCU improved to 6-4 on the season with a 58-49 win over South Alabama on Monday. The Horned Frogs were favored by 12.5 points heading into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 107 points fell well short of the over/under line of 136.5.</p> <p>TCU led 30-28 at halftime and held South Alabama to just 21 points in the second half while scoring 28 of their own.</p><p>TCU's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 58 points on 38.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, and they hit only 19.2% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from the field and 3-for-6 from three-point range. The Horned Frogs grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the game.</p><p>TCU's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 38% shooting. They did most of their damage from two-point range, where the other team shot 55%, hitting 16 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 26 attempts, a 19% success rate. The Horned Frogs also sent them to the line 17 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 64%.</p>

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<p>The Jaguars and Trojans are set to face off at 4:00 ET on BTN. The Trojans will host the game at Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and USC is favored by -17.5 vs. Southern.</p><h3>SOUTHERN JAGUARS VS USC TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Jaguars +17.5</p><p>This game will be played at Galen Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have USC winning straight-up, we like Southern at +17.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Southern Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Southern Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Southern dropped to 2-6 on the season after an 89-73 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Friday. Entering the game as +6.5 underdogs, the Jaguars not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Southern found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 53-28 at halftime. While they outscored Loyola Marymount 45-36 in the second half, it wasn’t enough for a comeback. The game’s total points of 162 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Southern Jaguars put up 73 points, shooting 38.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.2%, and they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 21 attempts for 14.3%. They connected on 48.9% of their two-point shots and went 18 of 26 from the free-throw line, shooting 69.2%.</p> <p>On the offensive glass, Southern grabbed 19 rebounds and dished out 11 assists. Alex Merkviladze led the way with 24 points, shooting 63.6% overall and 85.7% from three-point range. Puoch Dobuol added 19 points and 10 rebounds, despite hitting just 1 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Southern's defense struggled, allowing 89 points on 49% shooting. They gave up 16 threes, with the opponent hitting 55% from deep.</p> <p>From the line, Southern's opponent went 13/20 (65%). The Jaguars also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Trojans Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>USC improved to 8-4 on the season with a 90-69 win over CSUN on Wednesday. The Trojans, who were -12 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After leading just 40-39 at halftime, USC clamped down defensively, allowing only 30 points in the second half while scoring 50. The game’s total points of 159 exceeded the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>USC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a 46.9% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59.2%, thanks in large part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, where they hit 12 of 19 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 32 of 39 attempts, good for 82.1%.</p> <p>Chibuzo Agbo led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Desmond Claude added 21 points and 9 assists. PJ Fuller II and Keonte Jones each chipped in 17 points, with Fuller hitting 4 of 6 from deep. Saint Thomas also had a strong game, knocking down 3 of 4 threes and finishing with 16 points.</p><p>Despite USC's defensive efforts, they allowed 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field. USC managed to hold them to 36% shooting on two-pointers, as they went 11/30.</p> <p>However, the Trojans struggled to contain the three-point shot, as the other team hit 12/19 from deep, a 63% clip. USC also sent them to the line 39 times, where they made 32 free throws, shooting 82%. The Trojans gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's 49ers and Rainbow Warriors game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Rainbow Warriors hosts this showdown at 11:30 ET on ESPN2. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 138.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -5.5 at home against Charlotte.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE 49ERS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:30 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Charlotte Pull Off A Win at Stan Sheriff Center?</h3><p>Charlotte improved to 5-4 on the season with a 75-70 win over West Georgia on Tuesday. Playing at home, the 49ers were -12.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Charlotte led 34-31 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. Though they got the win, the 49ers will look to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>In their latest game, Charlotte's offense put up 75 points, despite shooting just 37% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, with two-point shooting at 36.4% and three-point shooting at 38.1% (8/21).</p> <p>The 49ers excelled from the free-throw line, hitting 87.1% (27/31), and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds. Rickey Ballard was a standout, shooting 77.8% overall and 80% from three (4/5), finishing with 18 points and 8 rebounds. Robert Braswell IV and Nik Graves also contributed 20 points each.</p><p>Charlotte's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 37% shooting from the field, including 36% on two-point attempts. However, they allowed 8 three-pointers on 21 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 38% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Despite the strong defensive effort, Charlotte sent their opponent to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 27 attempts for 87%. The 49ers also gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Rainbow Warriors Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 4-3 on the season with a 71-62 win over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors were -6 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After a 28-28 tie at halftime, Hawaii stepped up in the second half, scoring 43 points while holding the Islanders to 34. The game’s total points ended at 133, which was under the O/U line of 143.</p><p>Hawaii's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field and hitting 40% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 59.6%, and they connected on 59.3% of their two-point attempts. The Rainbow Warriors also made 15 of 23 free throws, shooting 65.2% from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Rapp was perfect from three, hitting all five of his attempts and finishing with 19 points on 7 of 8 shooting overall. Marcus Greene added 15 points, despite shooting just 1 of 4 from three, and Gytis Nemeiksa contributed 14 points. Garry Clark and Shilo Jackson each scored 11 points, with Jackson also grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Hawaii's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 62 points. The Rainbow Warriors allowed a 51% shooting performance, with the other team hitting 24 of their 47 field goal attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hawaii's defense gave up 8 three-pointers on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 15 of those attempts, shooting 65%.</p>