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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Privateers versus the Demons? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Prather Coliseum in Natchitoches, LA. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 144.5 points, with Northwestern State being favored by -8.5 at home against New Orleans.</p><h3>NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS VS NORTHWESTERN STATE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Privateers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prather Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PRIVATEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Demons.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern State winning straight-up, we like New Orleans at +8.5.</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>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog New Orleans?</h3><h3>New Orleans Privateers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>New Orleans improved to 4-14 on the season with an 82-73 road win over East Texas A&M on Saturday. The Privateers entered the game as +5.5 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After a 33-33 tie at halftime, New Orleans took control in the second half, outscoring the Lions 49-40. Their strong second-half performance was key in securing the win.</p><p>New Orleans' offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points with a 56% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 64%, thanks in large part to their 60% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Jamond Vincent was perfect from three, going 5 for 5 and finishing with 28 points and 7 rebounds. Kohen Rowbatham added 24 points, shooting 70% from the field. The Privateers also connected on 17 of 27 free throws, shooting 63% from the line.</p><p>Despite New Orleans giving up 73 points, their defense struggled, allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Privateers gave up 20 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 64% shooting rate.</p> <p>New Orleans also allowed 8 three-pointers on 25 attempts, with their opponent shooting 32% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Privateers sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 64%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Demons?</h3><h3>Northwestern State Demons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Northwestern State’s season record dropped to 5-10 after a narrow 65-64 home loss to Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday. The Demons, who were -1.5 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 32-22 at halftime, Northwestern State mounted a strong comeback, outscoring the Lions 42-33 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Northwestern State's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 19 attempts for a 21.1% rate, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.1%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 57.1% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Demons were solid, making 12 of 14 attempts for 85.7%. They also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Jakevion Buckley led the team with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while Addison Patterson added 16 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Northwestern State's defense gave up 65 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 24 of 54 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 57% shooting, as the other team went 20 for 35 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Demons held their opponents to 21%, with just 4 made threes on 19 attempts. Northwestern State also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 12 for 85%.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Bears and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ivy League conference game currently have Cornell as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Brown at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Ithaca Possible for the Bears?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-7 on the season after an 80-67 loss to Harvard on Saturday. Brown, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Brown trailed 35-34 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring 33 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, the Brown Bears put up 67 points, shooting 41.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while their overall effective field goal percentage stood at 50%.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Louis Lesmond was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Brown's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, with opponents hitting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 54%. Brown gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Cornell?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Cornell improved to 8-5 on the season with an 86-76 road win over Penn on Saturday. The Big Red entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 42-31 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half, while Penn scored 45. The game’s total points of 162 went over the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Cornell put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 55.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, going 17-for-18 for a 94.4% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60% from both the field and three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, shooting 75% overall. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the team finished with 10 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive efforts, they allowed 76 points on 48% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cornell's defense gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 66% rate.</p>

Brown Bears vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 10:00 ET, the 76ers (+125) will travel to San Francisco to take on the Warriors (-148) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 217 points.</p>

<p>Golden State (-2.5) is currently 16-16 and 10th in the Western Conference, while Philadelphia is 13-18 and 11th in the East. TNT will broadcast this game from Chase Center.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 120-92 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the 76ers Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 13-18 on the season after a 113-107 loss to the Kings on Wednesday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 220, just under the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia led 30-25 after the 1st quarter, but the Kings went on a 10-0 run to take the lead. The 76ers responded with a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring Sacramento 32-23, but they couldn’t hold on in the 4th, as the Kings stormed back with a 33-18 final period.</p><p>Paul George led the 76ers with 30 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 threes at 57.1% from deep in their 113-107 loss to the Kings. Tyrese Maxey added 27 points, though he shot just 30% from beyond the arc, hitting 3 threes.</p> <p>As a team, the 76ers connected on 15 threes, shooting 37.5% from long range and 47.6% overall. George scored 14 points in the 1st quarter, while Maxey added 12 in the 3rd and 9 more in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers had strong showings in the 1st and 3rd quarters but struggled in the 2nd and 4th, giving up 32 and 33 points, respectively, in their 113-107 loss to the Kings. Philadelphia allowed Sacramento to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia did well in limiting the Kings' three-point shooting, holding them to just 9 made threes on 29% shooting. The 76ers also recorded 10 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Do the Warriors Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Warriors dropped to 16-16 on the season after a 113-95 home loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Golden State entered the game as +4 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 208 points fell well short of the 231-point over/under line.</p> <p>A pivotal 12-0 run by Cleveland turned the game, as they went from trailing 49-41 to leading 53-49. Golden State managed just 11 points in the 2nd quarter and were outscored 37-27 in the 3rd, leaving them down 83-65 heading into the 4th. Both teams scored 30 points in the final quarter.</p><p>Moses Moody led the Warriors with 19 points on 87.5% shooting in their loss to the Cavaliers, adding 11 points in the 4th quarter. Jonathan Kuminga contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 26.7% from the field, while Trayce Jackson-Davis added 16 points and 16 boards.</p> <p>Golden State struggled offensively, shooting 33.3% from the field and hitting only 9 threes at a 23.7% rate. Moody connected on 3 threes, shooting 75% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors were solid in the 2nd quarter, giving up just 20 points, but they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 37 points in their 113-95 loss to the Cavaliers. Overall, they held Cleveland to 45% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Golden State sent Cleveland to the line only 10 times, where they made 7 free throws. The Warriors gave up 18 threes on 38% shooting. They recorded 41 defensive rebounds, allowing 11 offensive boards, and added 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Big Green and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at John J. Lee Amphitheater in New Haven, CT, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Yale is favored by -15.5 to win at home against Dartmouth.</p><h3>DARTMOUTH BIG GREEN VS YALE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dartmouth Big Green +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at John J. Lee Amphitheater at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DARTMOUTH BIG GREEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Yale winning straight-up, we like Dartmouth at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Dartmouth Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Dartmouth’s season record dropped to 5-8 following a narrow 81-80 loss to Princeton on Saturday. The Big Green were +7 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Dartmouth led 41-38 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the second half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 148.</p><p>Dartmouth put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and hitting 45.5% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-22 from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.4%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 18 of 20 attempts for 90%.</p> <p>Xaivian Lee led the way with 33 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 63.2% overall and 60% from three-point range. Ryan Cornish added 20 points in 21 minutes, while Caden Pierce contributed 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists.</p><p>Despite Dartmouth's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponent, giving up 81 points on 45% shooting. The Big Green allowed 26 field goals, including 10 three-pointers on 22 attempts, with the opposing team hitting 45% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Dartmouth also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for a 90% success rate. On the boards, Dartmouth limited the damage by allowing just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Yale Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Yale improved to 8-6 on the season with a 92-88 road win over Columbia on Saturday. Despite being -7.5 favorites, the Bulldogs didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Yale trailed 40-39 at halftime but put up 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. The game’s total points of 180 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Yale put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field and 43.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.8%, and they hit 77.4% of their free throws, going 24-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>John Poulakidas led the way with 29 points, hitting 6-of-12 from beyond the arc. Avery Brown added 21 points, while Nick Townsend contributed 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Bez Mbeng also had a strong performance, finishing with 19 points and 9 assists.</p><p>Yale’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 43% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, with the other team hitting 19 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Yale’s opponent made 11 of 34 shots, good for 32%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 81%. Yale gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Dartmouth Big Green vs Yale Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Memphis Grizzlies (-188) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves (+159) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are currently favored by 4.5 points and have won two straight games. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 ET at FedExForum. </p>

<p>Memphis (27-15) is currently third in the West, while Minnesota (22-20) is eighth. The over/under line for this game is 235 points. </p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 2:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 161-110 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Timberwolves Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Timberwolves dropped to 22-20 on the season after a 124-117 loss to the Cavaliers on Saturday. Minnesota was a +4.5 point underdog at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 241 exceeded the O/U line of 227 by 14 points.</p> <p>A key moment in the game came when the Cavaliers went on a 12-0 run, extending their lead from 36-31 to 48-31. Minnesota fell behind further after being outscored 29-19 in the 3rd quarter but made a push in the 4th, outscoring Cleveland 38-35.</p><p>Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 28 points and 5 assists in their 124-117 loss to the Cavaliers, hitting 4 threes at 44.4% efficiency. He shot 40.9% from the field overall. The Timberwolves connected on 15 threes as a team, shooting 39.5% from deep and 47.8% overall.</p> <p>Edwards scored 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Rob Dillingham added all 12 of his points in the final period. Rudy Gobert was efficient, shooting 85.7% from the field and finishing with 17 points and 12 rebounds. Julius Randle contributed 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 9 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves gave up 124 points to the Cavaliers, including a 35-point 4th quarter. Cleveland shot 45% from the field, with Minnesota allowing 29 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p> <p>The Cavaliers hit 17 threes at a 35% clip. Minnesota sent Cleveland to the line 25 times, where they made 23 free throws. The Timberwolves recorded 4 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Grizzlies Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Memphis improved to 27-15 this season after a dominant 140-112 win over the Spurs on Friday. The Grizzlies were +1 point underdogs on the road but covered the spread with a +28 point victory. The game’s total of 252 points went over the line of 236.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>After a 35-35 2nd quarter, Memphis took control with an 18-0 run, stretching the score from 88-86 to 104-88. They outscored the Spurs 40-22 in the 3rd quarter and 38-26 in the 4th to seal the win.</p><p>The Grizzlies put up 140 points in their win over the Spurs, shooting 56.7% from the field and hitting 19 threes at a 43.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 29 points and 5 threes, while Desmond Bane and Jaylen Wells each added 22 points.</p> <p>Wells was particularly effective from deep, connecting on 6 threes at 75% efficiency. He scored 13 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Bane added 9 points in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 35 points in the 2nd quarter, the Grizzlies tightened up defensively in the 3rd, allowing just 22 points, and finished strong in the 4th, giving up 26 points to the Spurs. Overall, Memphis allowed 112 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies held San Antonio to 13 made threes on 36% shooting. The Spurs also went 19/23 from the free-throw line. Memphis recorded 9 steals in the game.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Jazz (-568) will travel to take on the Pelicans (+418) at the Smoothie King Center. Utah (10-30) is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 15th in the Western Conference. New Orleans (11-32) has won three straight games and is 14th in the West.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this Western Conference matchup is 232.5 points. The Pelicans (-11) are favored by 11 points over the Jazz. Gulf will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Orleans Pelicans -11</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-62 in favor of the Pelicans.</li><li>Our projections have Zion Williamson finishing with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pelicans finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Find a Way to Win in New Orleans?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 10-30 on the season after a 136-123 loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Utah, who entered the game as +12 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 259 points exceeded the pre-game total of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans took control early with a 17-0 run, pushing the score from 15-8 to 32-8. Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19, but the Pelicans extended their lead to 96-80 heading into the 4th. Despite a 43-point effort in the final quarter, Utah couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Keyonte George led the Jazz with 26 points and 4 made threes in their loss to the Pelicans, shooting 44.4% from deep. Collin Sexton added 24 points on 63.6% shooting, while Drew Eubanks contributed 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots. The Jazz connected on 13 threes at a 34.2% rate, with an overall field goal percentage of 50%.</p> <p>George scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Eubanks added 9 in the final period. Svi Mykhailiuk had 10 of his 16 points in the 2nd quarter, and Sexton chipped in 8 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they held the Pelicans to just 19 points, the Jazz couldn’t contain New Orleans in the 1st and 4th quarters, allowing 42 and 40 points, respectively, in a 136-123 loss. Overall, the Pelicans shot 47% from the field.</p> <p>The Jazz struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Pelicans hit 22 threes at a 44% clip. Utah also sent New Orleans to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 20 attempts. The Jazz recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Smoothie King Center?</h3><p>The Pelicans improved to 11-32 on the season with a 136-123 win over the Jazz on Friday. Playing at home, New Orleans entered the game as -12 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 259.5 exceeded the O/U line of 232.5 by 26.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans jumped out to a big lead early, going on a 17-0 run to take the score from 15-8 to 32-8. They led 42-22 after the 1st quarter, but Utah responded by winning the 2nd quarter 30-19. The Pelicans regained control in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 35-28, and despite losing the 4th quarter 43-40, they held on for the win.</p><p>The Pelicans knocked down 22 threes at a 44% clip in their win over the Jazz, finishing with 136 points. CJ McCollum led the way, hitting 6 threes and scoring 26 points, with 15 of those coming in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Jose Alvarado scored 16 of his 19 points in the 4th quarter, while Zion Williamson added 9 of his 24 points in the final period. Trey Murphy also contributed 19 points in the win.</p><p>Despite giving up 123 points, the Pelicans' defense was solid in the 1st and 3rd quarters, where they allowed 22 and 28 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, giving up 43 points. Overall, they allowed the Jazz to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pelicans held the Jazz to 13 made threes on 34% shooting. They also sent Utah to the line 30 times, where the Jazz made 24 free throws. Defensively, New Orleans recorded 9 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sharks versus the Bruins? The puck drops at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston, MA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Bruins are favored by -1.5 against the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 1:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Sharks Ready for a Win at Boston?</h3><p>The Sharks dropped to 14-28-6 after a 3-2 road loss to the Canucks. San Jose, as puck line underdogs, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 5.</p> 

<p>San Jose took the lead in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, but Vancouver’s goal with 26 seconds left sealed the Sharks’ fate.</p><p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, tying the game 2-2 at 18:43 in the third period.</p> <p>The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm got them on the board at 17:23 in the second. San Jose recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Sharks will be looking to bounce back after allowing a late goal to the Canucks with just 26 seconds remaining in the 3rd period, which led to a 3-2 loss. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Will the Bruins Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins improved to 22-19-6 this season. Boston not only won straight up but also covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites. The total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 2 fell well short of that.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 3:23 and Charlie Coyle adding another at 9:57. The Bruins' defense held Seattle scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense got off to a quick start, with Justin Brazeau netting his 5th goal of the season just 3:23 into the game. Charlie Coyle followed up with his 2nd goal, coming on a power play at 10:03 in the first period.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They registered 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense will look to carry over the momentum from their previous game, where they shut out the Kraken 2-0. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins' defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Quakers and Crimson face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Crimson are hosting the game at Lavietes Pavilion in Cambridge, MA. The over/under for this game is set at 139.5 points, and Harvard is favored by -6.5 vs. Penn in a Ivy League conference matchup.</p><h3>PENN QUAKERS VS HARVARD CRIMSON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Harvard Crimson -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lavietes Pavilion at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HARVARD CRIMSON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Crimson.</li><li>Not only will Harvard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Quakers Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Penn Quakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Penn’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 4-11 after an 86-76 loss to Cornell on Saturday. The Quakers were +7.5 point underdogs at home and didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-31 at halftime, Penn put up 45 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The game’s total points of 162 exceeded the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>In their recent game, the Penn Quakers put up 76 points, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts (8/21) and hit 54.1% of their shots inside the arc (20/37). At the free-throw line, they made 66.7% of their attempts, going 12/18.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60.0% overall and from three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, making 75.0% of his shots. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the Quakers managed just 1 offensive rebound in the game.</p><p>Even with Penn's defense allowing 86 points, the Quakers couldn't slow down their opponent, who shot 48% from the field. They connected on 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Quakers gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 12 free-throws, shooting 66%. Penn did well on the boards, allowing just 1 offensive rebound.</p><h3>Can the Crimson Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Harvard Crimson Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Harvard improved to 5-9 on the season with an 80-67 road win over Brown on Saturday. The Crimson entered the game as +4.5 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Harvard led 35-34 at halftime and pulled away in the second half, outscoring Brown 45-33 after the break. The Crimson’s strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>Harvard put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, with 9 made threes on 21 attempts.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Louis Lesmond went 2 for 2 from three, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Harvard's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, including 42% from three-point range on 11/26 shooting. Inside the arc, the other team went 14/34, also shooting 41%.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team hit 6/11, shooting 54%. Harvard allowed 18 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Penn Quakers vs Harvard Crimson NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Red Flash versus the Seahawks? Tip off is at at 1:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NEC. The game will be played at Spiro Sports Center in Staten Island, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 123.5 points, and Wagner is favored by -1.5 vs. Saint Francis U in a Northeast conference matchup.</p><h3>SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH VS WAGNER SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spiro Sports Center at 1:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 123.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Saint Francis U Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Francis U’s struggles continued with a 64-51 loss to LIU on Saturday, dropping their record to 4-12. The Red Flash were +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 115 fell short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Saint Francis U trailed 34-23 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 30.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 51 points and shooting 35.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.7%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 26 threes for 19.2%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, they connected on 54.5% of their two-point attempts, and they shot 70.6% from the free-throw line. Malachi Davis was a bright spot, scoring 23 points on 9 of 18 shooting, including 3 of 8 from three, and adding 3 assists.</p><p>Saint Francis U's defense gave up 64 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field on 21 of 47 attempts. Inside the arc, they hit 13 of 27 shots for 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent connected on 8 of 20 attempts, shooting 40%. They also went to the line 16 times, making 14 free throws for 87%. Saint Francis U allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Wagner Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Seahawks dropped to 5-8 on the season after a 69-65 loss to Mercyhurst on Saturday. Wagner was a -5.5 favorite at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Wagner led 30-22 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half, while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 134, surpassing the O/U line of 119.5.</p><p>Wagner's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 15 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.5%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (14/28).</p> <p>They were strong at the free-throw line, converting 25 of 29 attempts for an 86.2% rate. Aidan Reichert led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, while R.J. Greene added 17 points on 3 of 4 shooting. Shemar Rathan-Mayes also shot 75%, contributing 14 points, including 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Wagner's defense gave up 69 points in this one, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 18 of 43 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 50% of their shots, going 14 for 28.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wagner held the other team to 4 of 15 shooting, just 26%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 29 times, where they hit 25, good for 86%. Wagner also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Saint Francis U Red Flash vs Wagner Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NBA showdown between the Raptors and Bulls. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Bulls at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 218 points, and the Bulls are favored to win at home vs. the Raptors.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls -2</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, October 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-109 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with Zach LaVine points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 52.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Toronto Shock Everyone at United Center?</h3><p>Toronto's most recent game came against the Timberwolves, resulting in the Raptors emerging victorious with a final score of 97-94. Despite being considered the underdog with a spread of +1, the Raptors were able to cover the spread. The total combined score of the game was 191, falling below the over under line of 221.</p><p>Toronto's leading scorer was Dennis Schröder, who contributed 22 points in the most recent game for the Toronto Raptors. Following closely behind, OG Anunoby, the second leading scorer, added 20 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Having just played their most recent game, the Toronto Raptors achieved a possessions/pace of 102.04. They successfully converted 36 out of 90 attempts, resulting in a field goal percentage of 40%. Similarly, their three-point field goal percentage stood at 40% after making 14 out of 35 shots from beyond the arc.</p><p>On defense vs. the Timberwolves, the Toronto Raptors allowed 94 points, recorded 9 steals, and forced 14 turnovers in their most recent game.</p><h3>Are the Bulls Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>In their most recent game, the Bulls suffered a defeat at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, with a final score of 124-104. The game's total combined score reached 228, surpassing the over under line of 224. Despite being favored with a spread of -2.5, the Bulls failed to cover the spread.</p><p>Leading the Bulls against the Thunder, DeMar DeRozan of the Chicago Bulls emerged as the team's leading scorer in the most recent game, tallying 20 points. Following closely behind, Zach LaVine, the second leading scorer, made a contribution of 4 rebounds and 16 points.</p><p>On offense, in their most recent game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Chicago Bulls made 12 out of 42 three-point attempts and 14 out of 18 free throw attempts. They also collected 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>On the defensive end of the floor, the Bulls allowed 124 points, recorded 10 steals, and forced 12 turnovers in their most recent game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 10/27/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Lumberjacks and Bengals. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Bengals at Holt Arena in Pocatello, ID. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Big Sky conference contest is set at 140 points, with Idaho State being favored by -8 at home against Northern Arizona.</p><h3>NORTHERN ARIZONA LUMBERJACKS VS IDAHO STATE BENGALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Arizona Lumberjacks +8</p><p>This game will be played at Holt Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, February 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN ARIZONA LUMBERJACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Bengals.</li><li>Even though we have Idaho State winning straight-up, we like Northern Arizona at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Lumberjacks Defense Show Up in Pocatello?</h3><p>Today, the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks will be on the road as they take on the Idaho State Bengals. So far this season, the Lumberjacks have a record of 13-16, including a 6-9 mark in Big Sky Conference games. On the road, Northern Arizona is 6-12 compared to 7-4 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Lumberjacks have a record of 7-14, and they are 3-7 in their last 10 games away from home. In their most recent game, Northern Arizona lost to Idaho by a score of 86-76.</p><p>As the underdog, Northern Arizona has gone 10-11 vs. the spread this season and 13-16 overall. On the road, the Lumberjacks are 7-11 ATS and have gone 2-8 vs. the spread in their last 10 road games.</p><p>Over their last three games, the over/under record for Northern Arizona is 2-1. On the season, their over/under record is 13-15-1. For the year, their games have averaged 144.4 points per game, which is the same as the average over/under line in their games. So far, 19 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 140.</p><p>The Northern Arizona offense is coming off a game where they scored 76 points against Idaho. They posted a field goal percentage of 38.7% and connected on 3 threes. Trenton McLaughlin is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 16.6 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Carson Basham brings a PPG average of 11.9 into the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Northern Arizona defense is giving up an average of 76.1 points per contest. In today's game, the Northern Arizona defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 3 three-pointers while giving up 86 points.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Idaho State as Home Favorites</h3><p>Idaho State is 5-2 when favored this season, and they have won three straight home games. The Bengals' average scoring margin at home this season is +3.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, Idaho State is 12-16 this season, including a 7-8 mark in Big Sky Conference action. Their record at home is 6-3, compared to a 4-13 record on the road.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Idaho State has gone just 2-5 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 3-6. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bengals have gone just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Idaho State's over/under record this season is 15-9-2, and today's line of 140 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (135.9). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>Idaho State's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Weber State, finishing the game with a total of 80 points. Their season average is now 69.9 points per game. The top scorer for the Bengals was Miguel Tomley with 26 points, while Brayden Parker also chipped in with 25 points.</p><p>So far, the Bengals' defense is ranked 93rd in the country at 68.7 points per contest. Idaho State's three-point defense is currently 16th in the country at 5.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 45.0% of their shots vs. Idaho State.</p>

Northern Arizona Lumberjacks vs Idaho State Bengals Betting Pick & Prediction 2/29/24

<p>At 3:00 ET, the Knicks (-250) will host the Hawks (+207) in a game that will be televised on MSG. The Knicks are favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is 235.</p>

<p>Atlanta is currently 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-19, while New York is 3rd in the East at 27-16. The Hawks have won three straight games and are 1st in the Southeast Division, while the Knicks are 2nd in the Atlantic.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Hawks +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ATLANTA HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 126-125 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Atlanta Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 22-19 on the season with a 119-115 win over the Celtics on Saturday. Atlanta, who entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 234, just under the O/U line of 237.5.</p> <p>After falling behind 33-21 in the 1st quarter, Atlanta turned things around by holding Boston to just 15 points in the 2nd quarter while scoring 31. Although the Celtics took the 3rd quarter 30-21, the Hawks rallied in the 4th, outscoring Boston 31-26 to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Hawks shot 47.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 24.3% rate. Trae Young led the way with 28 points and 11 assists, while Dyson Daniels added 23 points, shooting 78.6% from the floor.</p> <p>Onyeka Okongwu contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, making 2 threes at 66.7%. Young scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, and added 3 more in overtime. Okongwu also came up big late, scoring 11 in the 2nd quarter and 5 more in OT.</p><p>Despite a tough 1st quarter where the Hawks allowed 33 points, they tightened up defensively in the 2nd, giving up just 15 points. Overall, they held the Celtics to 115 points on 38% shooting, including 28% from beyond the arc, where Boston hit 15 threes.</p> <p>Atlanta sent the Celtics to the line 23 times, where they made 20 free throws. The Hawks grabbed 42 defensive rebounds but gave up 17 offensive boards. They also contributed 9 steals and 10 blocked shots in the game.</p><h3>Do the Knicks Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 27-16 on the season after a 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves on Friday. New York, who were -3 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 215, just under the line of 216.5.</p> <p>New York struggled early, as Minnesota went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 13-12 to 23-12. The Knicks fought back, outscoring the Timberwolves 38-35 in the 2nd quarter and holding them to 18 points in the 3rd. However, they couldn’t keep up in the 4th, where they were outscored 35-21.</p><p>In their 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves, the Knicks shot just 38.9% from the field, though they connected on 41.2% of their threes, making 14 from deep. Jalen Brunson led the way with 26 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Cameron Payne added 18 points, scoring 16 in the 2nd quarter, and hitting 4 threes at an 80% clip. OG Anunoby also contributed 18 points, with 10 coming in the 3rd quarter, and he made 3 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Defensively, the Knicks struggled in the 2nd and 4th quarters, giving up 35 points in each, leading to a 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves. Despite a strong 3rd quarter where they allowed just 18 points, New York couldn’t contain Minnesota’s offense, which shot 53% from the field.</p> <p>The Timberwolves were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 22 threes at a 55% clip. The Knicks sent Minnesota to the line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws. New York recorded 10 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

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<p>The Detroit Pistons will travel to Houston to take on the Rockets in a non-conference matchup. The Pistons are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 21-21, while the Rockets are 2nd in the West at 28-13. Detroit has lost two straight games and is listed as an 8-point underdog.</p>

<p>Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 ET at the Toyota Center. The game will be televised on SCHN.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -8</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-110 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Pistons Ready for a Win at Houston?</h3><p>Detroit fell to 21-21 on the season after a 125-121 home loss to the Suns on Saturday. The Pistons were +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 246, well over the 226.5-point line.</p> <p>The game was tightly contested throughout, with the Pistons trailing by just three points heading into the 4th quarter. Each quarter was close, but the Suns edged out Detroit in every period, including a 27-26 advantage in the final frame.</p><p>In their 125-121 loss to the Suns, the Pistons shot 46.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 27.3% of their threes, making 9 in total. Tobias Harris led the way with 21 points, 13 of which came in the opening quarter.</p> <p>Cade Cunningham added 20 points and 11 assists, despite shooting just 26.9% from the field. Jalen Duren contributed 15 points, scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter, while Malik Beasley chipped in 14 points.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they managed to tighten things up in the 4th, allowing just 27. Overall, they allowed 125 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Detroit did well in limiting the Suns from beyond the arc, holding them to 7 made threes on 28% shooting. However, they sent Phoenix to the line 40 times, where the Suns converted 32 free throws. The Pistons recorded 5 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 28-13 on the season with a 125-103 road win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Houston, favored by 10.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 228 points went over the 223.5-point line.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 10-0 run, jumping out to a 12-2 lead. After a close first half, they pulled away by outscoring Portland 36-24 in the 3rd quarter and 38-29 in the 4th.</p><p>Jalen Green led the Rockets with 26 points in their win over the Trail Blazers, hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% rate. Alperen Şengün added 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Dillon Brooks contributed 22 points.</p> <p>Houston connected on 14 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep. Green scored 12 points in the 3rd quarter, while Şengün added 14 in the same period. Tari Eason chipped in 9 of his 18 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Rockets held the Trail Blazers to 103 points on Saturday, allowing 23 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd. They gave up 24 points in the 3rd quarter and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Houston limited Portland to 12 made three-pointers on 33% shooting. The Trail Blazers went 13/18 from the free-throw line. The Rockets grabbed 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 13 steals.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Betting on today's Pride and Dragons game? Catch the action at Daskalakis Athletic Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 122.5 points, with Drexel being favored by -2.5 at home against Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Daskalakis Athletic Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 122.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hofstra’s season record dropped to 8-8 after a 65-60 road loss to Towson on Thursday. The Pride entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 125 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 124.5.</p> 

<p>Hofstra led 41-32 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 19 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 58.6% (17/29) and 30.4% from beyond the arc (7/23). They hit 83.3% of their free throws, going 5-for-6 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Graham was a standout, hitting 85.7% of his shots (6/7) and grabbing 7 rebounds. Tyler Tejada and Jean Aranguren each connected on 2 of 5 threes, with Tejada scoring 16 points and Aranguren adding 14 along with 5 assists. Nendah Tarke also contributed 14 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>Hofstra's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (21/53). They allowed 45% shooting from two-point range, with the opponent hitting 15 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hofstra's defense gave up 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws (73%). Hofstra allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Drexel Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drexel fell to 9-8 on the season after a 65-54 home loss to Elon on Thursday. The Dragons, who were -1.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 119 fell short of the O/U line of 133.5.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-31 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28.</p><p>Drexel managed just 54 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 7 attempts (57.1%).</p> <p>Sam Sherry led the way with 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Kobe MaGee added 17 points, while Jason Drake and TJ Simpkins each contributed 15 points, with Simpkins hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% clip.</p><p>Even with Drexel's defense holding them to 65 points, the opposing team managed to shoot 40% from the field, connecting on 21 of their 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 13/28, shooting 46% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they hit 8 of their 24 shots, good for 33%. At the free-throw line, they made 4 of 7 attempts, shooting 57%. Drexel also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 12:00 ET today, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Dallas Mavericks in a non-conference matchup. The Hornets have won two straight games and are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference, while the Mavericks are 7th in the West.</p>

<p>Dallas is favored by 5.5 points and has a moneyline of -214. The over/under line for this game is set at 223.5. NBA TV will broadcast the game, which will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 108-104 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Mavericks Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 23-19 on the season with a 106-98 win over the Thunder on Friday. Dallas, who entered the game as +3 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total points of 204 fell short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Dallas took control early with a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 3-0 to 13-0. After a dominant 41-17 second quarter, the Mavericks stumbled in the third, losing it 33-14. However, they bounced back in the fourth, outscoring the Thunder 29-22 to seal the win.</p><p>Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 25 points and 5 assists in their win over the Thunder, shooting 47.4% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and P.J. Washington each contributed 16 points, with Dinwiddie making 4 threes at 44.4% and Washington shooting 75% overall.</p> <p>Dallas connected on 16 threes at a 39% rate, finishing with a 49.3% field goal percentage. Naji Marshall added 14 points, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter, while Irving had 11 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Friday, holding the Thunder to just 98 points. Dallas was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed only 17 points. They also closed out the game well, giving up just 22 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Mavericks limited the Thunder to 38% shooting from the field. However, they struggled to defend the three-point line, as Oklahoma City hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. Dallas sent the Thunder to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 8. The Mavericks finished with 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Charlotte improved to 10-28 on the season with a 125-123 road win over the Bulls on Friday. The Hornets entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and covered the spread, while the total score of 248 points went over the pre-game line of 235.5.</p> <p>After a strong start, leading 36-29 after the 1st quarter, Charlotte fell behind as the Bulls went on a 10-0 run. However, the Hornets rallied in the 4th quarter, outscoring Chicago 27-20 to secure the win.</p><p>LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 26 points and 9 assists in their 125-123 win over the Bulls, despite shooting just 36.8% from the field. Miles Bridges added 21 points, hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip, while Mark Williams contributed 19 points and 19 rebounds, shooting 52.9%.</p> <p>Charlotte hit 13 threes, shooting 38.2% from beyond the arc and 50% overall. Seth Curry and Nick Smith each scored 15 points, with Curry putting up 11 in the 1st quarter and Smith adding 10 in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where the Hornets gave up 42 points, they tightened up defensively in the 4th, allowing just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, they allowed the Bulls to shoot 50% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hornets gave up 14 threes on 35% shooting. They sent the Bulls to the line 14 times, where Chicago made 13 free throws. Defensively, the Hornets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Lakers and Sharks are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sharks will host the game at Steinberg Wellness Center in Brooklyn, NY. The odds for this Northeast conference game currently have LIU as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 125.5 points.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS LIU SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Steinberg Wellness Center at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Sharks.</li><li>Not only will LIU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 125.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Brooklyn Possible for the Lakers?</h3><h3>Mercyhurst Lakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lakers improved to 5-12 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Wagner on Saturday. Mercyhurst entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-22 at halftime, the Lakers scored 47 points in the 2nd half while holding Wagner to 35 points. The game’s total points of 134 went over the pre-game line of 119.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Mercyhurst Lakers put up 69 points, shooting 48.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, hitting 6 of 15, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 23 of 27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Aidan Reichert led the way with 22 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 53.8% overall. R.J. Greene added 17 points in 21 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots, while Zaire Williams contributed 15 points despite shooting just 35.7% from the field.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort, Mercyhurst allowed 65 points in their last game. The Lakers held their opponent to 41% shooting from the field, with 18 made baskets on 43 attempts.</p> <p>Mercyhurst gave up 14 two-point shots on 28 attempts (50%) and 4 three-pointers on 15 attempts (26%). They also sent their opponent to the line 29 times, where they converted 25 free throws (86%).</p><h3>Can the Sharks Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>LIU improved to 7-11 on the season with a 64-51 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday. Playing at home, the Sharks entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>LIU took control early, leading 34-23 at halftime. They scored 30 points in the 2nd half while holding the Red Flash to 28. The game’s total points of 115 fell short of the 133.5 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, the LIU Sharks put up 64 points, shooting 44.7% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 of 20 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.2%, and they connected on 87.5% of their free throws, going 14 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points, shooting 50% overall and 37.5% from three. The Sharks grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists in the game.</p><p>LIU Sharks held their opponent to 51 points, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Sharks gave up 13 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, LIU's defense allowed 8 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 40%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 14 free throws, an 87% rate. LIU gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mercyhurst Lakers vs LIU Sharks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wild and Avalanche game? Catch the action at Ball Arena in Denver, CO, as the Avalanche hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Avalanche are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Avalanche will come out on top with a projected 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>Is a Road Win Possible for the Wild?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-15-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Matt Boldy netted his 6th goal of the season, scoring the game-winner in overtime as the Wild took 33 shots on goal. Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for Minnesota with his 3rd goal, which came 9:41 into the first period.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 3. Marco Rossi added his 7th assist on Boldy’s overtime goal. The Wild had 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Minnesota's defense allowed a late first-period goal to Toronto, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for the rest of the game. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild's defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Will Colorado Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Avalanche dropped to 28-18-1 after a 5-2 road loss to the Predators. Colorado was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 6.5 goals was surpassed, with the teams combining for 7.</p> <p>Colorado took the lead with a goal from Cale Makar at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with five straight goals. Nathan MacKinnon scored for the Avalanche at 17:43 in the third period, cutting the deficit to 3-2, before Nashville added two empty-net goals to seal the win.</p><p>In their 5-2 loss to Nashville, Colorado registered 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Cale Makar opened the scoring with a power-play goal, his 5th of the season. Nathan MacKinnon added his 6th goal, while also picking up his 14th assist on Makar’s goal.</p> <p>The Avalanche had 23 giveaways and scored their first goal 2:54 into the second period. MacKinnon took 6 shots on goal, and Makar added 3. Devon Toews earned his 2nd assist of the season on MacKinnon's goal.</p><p>Colorado's defense struggled late, giving up two goals in the final 1:14 of the 3rd period. The Avalanche had taken a 1-0 lead at 17:06 in the 2nd period, but they allowed five of the game's final six goals. Justus Annunen recorded 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p>