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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Gaels? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion in Moraga, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Saint Mary's being favored by -4.5 over Utah State.</p><h3>UTAH STATE AGGIES VS SAINT MARY'S GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Mary's Gaels -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Credit Union Pavilion at 8:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT MARY'S GAELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Not only will Saint Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Aggies Secure a Win at Moraga?</h3><h3>Utah State Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Aggies dropped to 9-1 on the season after a 75-73 home loss to UC San Diego on Tuesday. Utah State was a -10 favorite going into the game.</p> <p>After leading 39-32 at halftime, Utah State allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The total points for the game were 148, just under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their last game, Utah State put up 73 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They hit 28.6% of their threes, going 8-for-28, and were 50% on two-point attempts, finishing 16-for-32. At the free-throw line, the Aggies shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Tyler McGhie led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 of 14 from beyond the arc, shooting 50% overall. Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones added 20 points, hitting 55.6% of his shots, while Karson Templin contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 71.4% from the field and 66.7% from three.</p><p>Utah State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. The Aggies allowed 16 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah State's defense held the other team to 8 made threes on 28 attempts, a 28% shooting percentage. The Aggies also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 70%. Utah State allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Gaels Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Saint Mary's Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Saint Mary's improved to 9-2 this season with a 73-68 win over Merrimack on Thursday. Playing at home, the Gaels were -20.5 point favorites but didn't cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the O/U line of 128.5.</p> <p>Saint Mary's led 32-26 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but they allowed 42 points to Merrimack after the break, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Saint Mary's put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 12 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, converting 16 of 19 for 84.2%.</p> <p>Paulius Murauskas and Mitchell Saxen both scored 18 points, with Saxen grabbing 12 rebounds and Murauskas adding 11 boards and 4 assists. Augustas Marciulionis also contributed 16 points, shooting 50% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Saint Mary's allowing 68 points, they couldn't capitalize on the defensive end, as their opponents shot 45% from the field, hitting 26 of 57 attempts. The Gaels gave up 21 two-point baskets on 45 tries, a 46% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Saint Mary's defense allowed 5 threes on 12 attempts, with their opponents shooting 41% from deep. The Gaels also sent their opponents to the line 19 times, where they converted 16 free throws, an 84% clip. Saint Mary's gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dolphins and Fighting Irish. The game is starting at 6:00 ET on ACCN, and it's hosted by the Fighting Irish at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 145.5 points, and Notre Dame is favored by -20.5 at home against Le Moyne.</p><h3>LE MOYNE DOLPHINS VS NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Purcell Pavilion at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-66 in favor of the Fighting Irish.</li><li>Even though we have Notre Dame winning straight-up, we like Le Moyne at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Le Moyne Be The Talk of Purcell Pavilion?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Le Moyne improved to 3-8 on the season with an 80-76 road win over Dartmouth on Wednesday, December 18th. The Dolphins entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne led 37-35 at halftime and added 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Le Moyne's offense clicked in their last game, putting up 80 points with a field goal percentage of 50.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They connected on 40.9% of their threes, hitting 9 of 22 attempts, while shooting 57.1% from inside the arc. At the free-throw line, they made 72.2% of their shots, going 13 for 18.</p> <p>Ryan Cornish and AJ Dancler led the way with 20 points each, with Dancler hitting 4 of 6 from deep and shooting 66.7% overall. Cornish added 5 assists, while Zek Tekin also dished out 6 assists to go with his 12 points. Brandon Mitchell-Day contributed 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense gave up 76 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field, connecting on 26 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 11 of 25 shots, shooting 44%. Le Moyne also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 13, a 68% success rate. The Dolphins limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Will the Fighting Irish Win at Home?</h3><h3>Notre Dame Fighting Irish Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Notre Dame improved to 6-5 on the season with a 77-65 home win over Dartmouth on Wednesday, December 11th. The Irish were -17.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Notre Dame led 39-28 at halftime and scored 38 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game pushed the O/U line of 142.</p><p>Notre Dame put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 65.8% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Braeden Shrewsberry led the way with 22 points, connecting on 4 of 9 from deep. Tae Davis added 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Matt Allocco contributed 16 points and 5 assists, hitting 50% of his threes.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense gave up 65 points in their last game, allowing the opponent to shoot 52% from the field. The Fighting Irish struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 65% of their attempts inside the arc, going 25/38.</p> <p>From three-point range, Notre Dame held the opponent to 28% shooting, as they made just 6 of 21 attempts. The other team also shot 64% from the free-throw line, making 9 of 14. Notre Dame limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p>

Le Moyne Dolphins vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<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>

New Hampshire Wildcats vs Stonehill Skyhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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<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 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>The Blackhawks and Devils are set to face off at 1:00 ET on NHLN. The Devils will host the game at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Devils as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS 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 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Devils to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>The Devils should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Blackhawks Secure a Win at Newark?</h3><p>Chicago improved to 9-18-2 with a 4-2 win over the Ducks. The Blackhawks covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>All four of Chicago’s goals came from different players, and they held a 4-1 lead until the Ducks scored with just 4 seconds left. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago's offense netted 4 goals on 29 shots in their 4-2 win over the Ducks. Ryan Donato scored his 7th goal of the season, while Seth Jones added his 2nd. Isaak Phillips and Teuvo Teravainen, who scored on a power play, also found the net.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. Taylor Hall added another assist, now with 4 on the year. The Blackhawks recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up two goals in the third period, the Blackhawks' defense helped secure a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, and the defense added 6 takeaways and 5 hits.</p><h3>Can New Jersey Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 19-10-3 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. New Jersey, favored on the puck line, failed to cover, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>All the scoring happened in the third period. Blake Coleman broke the tie at 14:26, and the Flames added two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was blanked in their 3-0 loss to Calgary. The Devils took 22 shots on goal but failed to find the net, marking the first time this season they’ve been shut out. They also recorded 19 giveaways.</p> <p>New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including a 0-0 tie heading into the third. The Devils finished with 0 assists and no power play goals.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held strong through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs New Jersey Devils Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Hoyas and Pirates game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Pirates hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FS1. Georgetown is favored by -2.5 in this Big East conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 130.5 points.</p><h3>GEORGETOWN HOYAS VS SETON HALL PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seton Hall Pirates +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SETON HALL PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Seton Hall pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Pressure Builds for Georgetown as Away Favorites</h3><p>Georgetown improved to 9-2 this season with a dominant 81-57 win over Creighton on Wednesday. The Hoyas, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling under the O/U line of 145.5.</p> <p>Georgetown led 34-28 at halftime and took control in the 2nd half, scoring 47 points while holding Creighton to just 29 points.</p><p>Georgetown's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 55% shooting performance from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 62.5% of their threes (10/16) and posting an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both knocked down 5 threes, with Epps hitting 83.3% from deep and finishing with 21 points. Micah Peavy also contributed 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Curtis Williams Jr. was perfect from three, hitting both of his attempts in just 12 minutes of action.</p><p>Georgetown's defense gave up 57 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field, with 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 10 of 16 threes, shooting 62%. They also went 5/7 from the free-throw line, a 71% success rate.</p><h3>Can Seton Hall Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Seton Hall's season record dropped to 5-7 after a 79-67 road loss to Villanova on Tuesday. The Pirates, who were +8 underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Seton Hall trailed 37-29 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the second half, being outscored 42-38. The combined points of 146 exceeded the O/U line of 125.5.</p><p>Seton Hall's offense managed 67 points in their last game, shooting 39% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 44.1%. They hit 6 of 17 from beyond the arc, shooting 35.3% from three, while connecting on 71.4% of their free throws (15/21). The Pirates grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 25 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 44.4% overall despite struggling from three (1/6). Isaiah Coleman contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 46.7% of his shots. Tyler Perkins was efficient, going 5/6 from deep and 6/7 overall, finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Seton Hall's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Seton Hall's opponent shot 42%, hitting 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 for 81%.</p>

Georgetown Hoyas vs Seton Hall Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Phoenix and Buckeyes. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on BTN, and it's hosted by the Buckeyes at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152 points, and Ohio State is favored by -24.5 at home against Green Bay.</p><h3>GREEN BAY PHOENIX VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Green Bay Phoenix +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 8:00 ET on Monday, November 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GREEN BAY PHOENIX:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Even though we have Ohio State winning straight-up, we like Green Bay at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Green Bay Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Green Bay Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Green Bay fell to Evansville 98-81 on Friday, November 22nd, in an away game. The Phoenix were -1.5 favorites going into the matchup but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-31 at halftime, Green Bay scored 50 points in the 2nd half but allowed 52. The game’s total points reached 179, surpassing the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Green Bay put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field and 27.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. They were strong at the line, making 21 of 23 free throws for 91.3%.</p> <p>Anthony Roy led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 50%, while Cam Haffner added 27 points, shooting 55.6% from deep. Joshua Hughes was efficient, going 8 of 9 from the field.</p><p>Green Bay's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points on 59% shooting from the field. The Phoenix allowed their opponent to hit 68% of their two-point attempts, with 28 makes on 41 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 42%, connecting on 9 of 21 three-point attempts. Green Bay also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 15 free throws, an 88% success rate.</p><h3>Will Ohio State Win at Home?</h3><p>Ohio State cruised to a dominant 104-60 win over Campbell on Friday, November 22nd. Playing at home, the Buckeyes were -24.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The game’s total points reached 164, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Ohio State took control early, leading 53-27 at halftime. They maintained their momentum in the 2nd half, outscoring Campbell 51-33 to seal the victory.</p><p>Ohio State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 64.5% (40/62). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 74.2%, thanks in part to their 65% shooting from beyond the arc (13/20) and 64.3% shooting on two-point attempts (27/42).</p> <p>John Mobley Jr. led the way with 23 points in 24 minutes, hitting 5 of 8 from three-point range. Devin Royal added 17 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 77.8% from the field. Micah Parrish was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4 from three and finishing with 16 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 60 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 64% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shooting, as the other team hit 27 of 42 attempts, also at a 64% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State allowed 13 threes on 20 attempts, a 65% shooting performance. The Buckeyes sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 57%. Ohio State gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Green Bay Phoenix vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/25/24

<p>The Knights and Stags are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stags will host the game at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 153 points, with Fairfield being favored by -6.5 over Fairleigh Dickinson.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Fairleigh Dickinson Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Fairleigh Dickinson fell 78-76 to Saint Peter’s on Tuesday. Despite being +8 underdogs, the Knights kept it close at home.</p> <p>FDU led 40-34 at halftime but couldn’t hold on, allowing 44 points in the 2nd half. The Knights scored 36 after the break. The game’s total points of 154 went over the 142 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Fairleigh Dickinson put up 76 points, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They connected on 38.9% of their threes, hitting 7 of 18 attempts, while making 19 of 38 two-point shots for a 50% success rate. At the free-throw line, they converted 73.9%, going 17 for 23.</p> <p>Terrence Brown led the Knights with 23 points, despite missing all 3 of his three-point attempts. Bryce Eaton added 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Dylan Jones and Ahmed Barba-Bey also connected on 3 threes each, with Barba-Bey shooting 75% from beyond the arc. Bismark Nsiah contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, and Zaakir Williamson was highly efficient, going 5 for 6 in just 16 minutes.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense gave up 78 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field, connecting on 26 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairleigh Dickinson's defense saw their opponents hit 7 of 18 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 17, a 73% success rate. Additionally, Fairleigh Dickinson allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Stags Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield pulled off a 67-66 win over Vermont on Sunday, November 24th. The Stags were +8.5 point underdogs going into the game, and not only did they win, but they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Fairfield led 37-35 at halftime and managed to hold on in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>Fairfield's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.9%. They connected on 55.6% of their two-point attempts and hit 40% from beyond the arc, going 6-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Stags also made 75% of their free throws, hitting 9 of 12 attempts. They recorded 16 assists and grabbed 6 offensive rebounds. TJ Long led the way with 18 points, shooting 3-for-8 from three, while TJ Hurley added 17 points despite shooting 25% from deep. Jace Roquemore contributed 13 points, hitting both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 66 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 22 of 49 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 14 of 24 shooting, which comes out to 58%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairfield's opponents hit 8 of 25 shots, a 32% success rate. The Stags also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 82%. Fairfield gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Fairfield Stags NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

<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 Tribe and Rams are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams will host the game at Stuart C. Siegel Center in Richmond, VA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 154.5 points, and VCU is favored by -18.5 at home against William & Mary.</p><h3>WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE VS VCU RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: William & Mary Tribe +18.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stuart C. Siegel Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WILLIAM & MARY TRIBE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Even though we have VCU winning straight-up, we like William & Mary at +18.5.</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>Do the Tribe Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>William & Mary Tribe Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>William & Mary improved to 3-6 on the season with a 93-87 win over Richmond on Wednesday. The Tribe were favored by 2.5 points and covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 41-38 at halftime, William & Mary scored 55 points in the second half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 180 exceeded the over/under line of 154.5.</p><p>William & Mary put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 51.7% from the field and hitting 41.9% from beyond the arc, with 13 made threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, and they shot 62.1% on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 75%, going 18-of-24.</p> <p>The Tribe dished out 19 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Dusan Neskovic led the team with 20 points, while Jonathan Beagle and DeLonnie Hunt each added 17. Apostolos Roumoglou was perfect from the field, hitting 5 threes without a miss, finishing 5-for-5 overall.</p><p>William & Mary struggled defensively, giving up 87 points on 51% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, converting 62% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>The Tribe also allowed 13 threes on 41% shooting from beyond the arc and sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they hit 75% of their free throws. William & Mary gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can VCU Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>VCU Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>VCU fell to 8-3 on the season after a 78-71 road loss to New Mexico on Wednesday. The Rams were +4 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 149, just under the 151.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-30 at halftime, VCU scored 41 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 41 points, unable to close the gap.</p><p>In their latest game, VCU's offense put up 71 points, shooting 42.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 10 of 31 three-point attempts, hitting 32.3% from beyond the arc, and struggled at the free-throw line, making just 54.2% of their 24 attempts.</p> <p>Donovan Dent led the way with 40 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 50% from three-point range. Max Shulga added 20 points, hitting 54.5% from the field and 42.9% from deep. VCU recorded 13 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Despite VCU's defensive efforts, they allowed 78 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 64 attempts. The Rams gave up 24 two-point field goals on 53 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VCU held their opponents to 3 made threes on 11 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts for 70%. VCU also allowed 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

William & Mary Tribe vs VCU Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Rainbow Warriors and Beach game? Catch the action at Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, CA, as the Beach hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. Hawaii is favored by -6 in this Big West conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 132 points.</p><h3>HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS VS LONG BEACH STATE BEACH BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Long Beach State Beach +6</p><p>This game will be played at Walter Pyramid at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LONG BEACH STATE BEACH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Beach.</li><li>Not only will Long Beach State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Hawaii Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hawaii dropped to 3-2 on the season after a 78-72 road loss to Grand Canyon on Tuesday. The Rainbow Warriors were +14.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 150, exceeding the O/U line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Hawaii found themselves down 43-27 at halftime but showed resilience by outscoring Grand Canyon 45-35 in the 2nd half. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 58.1% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-25 from three-point range.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 24 points, hitting 4-of-6 from deep and shooting 72.7% overall. Tyon Grant-Foster added 23 points, despite shooting just 35.3% from the field and missing all four of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 78 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hawaii held their opponent to 25% shooting, with just 4 made threes on 16 attempts. The other team also went 24/32 from the free-throw line, hitting 75% of their foul shots.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Long Beach State?</h3><h3>Long Beach State Beach Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Long Beach State picked up their first win of the season on Thursday, defeating Cal State Fullerton 73-56 on the road. The Beach, who were +5 underdogs going into the game, not only secured the win but also covered the spread. Their record now stands at 1-8.</p> 

<p>Long Beach State led 33-24 at halftime and added 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The total points for the game were 129, just over the O/U line of 126.5.</p><p>Long Beach State's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.9%, with a strong 60.6% shooting inside the arc (20/33). From three-point range, they hit 6 of 18 attempts, shooting 33.3%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Long Beach State shot 60%, connecting on 15 of 25 attempts. They grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Devin Askew led the way with 16 points, despite shooting just 35.7% overall and 20% from three. Kam Martin added 11 points, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Long Beach State's defense held their opponent to 56 points, despite allowing them to shoot 46% from the field. Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where the opposing team hit 22 of 36 two-point attempts, good for 61%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Long Beach State was effective, limiting their opponent to just 1 made three on 13 attempts (7%). They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they hit 9 free throws (50%). Long Beach State gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs Long Beach State Beach NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

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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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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<p>Looking to win big? The Mastodons and Wolverines face off at 1:00 ET on B1G+. The Wolverines are hosting the game at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, MI. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Michigan as the -20.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 160.5 points.</p><h3>PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS VS MICHIGAN WOLVERINES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crisler Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE FORT WAYNE MASTODONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Wolverines.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan winning straight-up, we like Purdue Fort Wayne at +20.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Purdue Fort Wayne Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mastodons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 99-76 win over Eastern Michigan on Sunday. Purdue Fort Wayne, who entered the game as -5.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 48-34 at halftime, the Mastodons scored 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 175 exceeded the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Purdue Fort Wayne's offense was on fire, putting up 99 points and shooting 54.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.3%, thanks to hitting 20 of 39 threes at a 51.3% clip and shooting 60% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jalen Terry led the way with 28 points, while Rasheed Bello added 19 points and 8 assists, hitting 5 of 8 from deep. Corey Hadnot II was also a standout, knocking down 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points in just 21 minutes.</p><p>Even with Purdue Fort Wayne's defense giving up 76 points, they managed to limit their opponent's three-point shooting to just 28% on 6/21 attempts. However, they struggled inside, allowing 57% shooting from two-point range, with their opponent hitting 23 of 40 shots.</p> <p>The Mastodons sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 attempts for 66%. Purdue Fort Wayne also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Wolverines Win at Crisler Center?</h3><h3>Michigan Wolverines Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Michigan fell to 8-3 on the season after a narrow 87-86 road loss to Oklahoma on Wednesday. The Wolverines, who were -4 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Michigan led 43-38 at halftime but allowed 49 points in the second half while scoring 43 themselves. The game’s total points reached 173, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>In their last game, Michigan put up 86 points, shooting 46.9% from the field. They excelled inside, hitting 72.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 4 of 28 threes (14.3%). At the free-throw line, they connected on 84.6%, going 22 for 26.</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 83.3% of his shots. Danny Wolf also grabbed 10 boards and contributed 5 assists.</p><p>Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Wolverines allowed 27 made field goals on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Michigan's opponents shot 48%, hitting 12 of 25 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 for 87%.</p>

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Michigan Wolverines 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>The Sacramento Kings (-132) will host the Indiana Pacers (+112) in a non-conference matchup at the Golden 1 Center. The Pacers are currently on a three-game win streak and have a record of 13-15. The Kings are on a three-game losing streak and have a record of 13-16. The over/under line for this game is 236 points.</p>

<p>This game will tip-off at 6:00 ET and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -2</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-125 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Indiana Shock Everyone at Golden 1 Center?</h3><p>The Pacers improved to 13-15 on the season with a 120-111 win over the Suns on Thursday. Indiana, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total score of 231 points fell just short of the 235.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment in the game was Indiana's 14-0 run, which extended their lead from 17-13 to 31-13. The Pacers took control in the 3rd quarter, outscoring Phoenix 37-24, and entered the 4th with a 97-83 lead. Although the Suns narrowed the gap in the final quarter, Indiana held on for the win.</p><p>Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 25 points and 18 rebounds in their win over the Suns, adding 11 points in the 3rd quarter. Myles Turner and Andrew Nembhard each contributed 19 points, with Nembhard shooting 100% from three and adding 8 points in the 3rd.</p> <p>As a team, the Pacers hit 16 threes at a 39% rate, with an overall FG% of 43.8%. Bennedict Mathurin scored 8 of his 16 points in the 4th quarter, while T.J. McConnell also added 6 of his 11 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 111 points, the Pacers' defense did enough to secure the win over the Suns. Indiana allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter and 30 in the 2nd, but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 24 points. They finished strong, holding Phoenix to 28 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Indiana limited the Suns to just 9 threes on 30% shooting from deep. The Pacers also controlled the boards, allowing 7 offensive rebounds while collecting 38 defensive boards. They added 9 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will Sacramento Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>The Kings dropped to 13-16 on the season after a 103-99 home loss to the Lakers on Saturday. Sacramento, who entered the game as 4-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were well below the O/U line of 227.5, finishing 25.5 points under.</p> <p>Sacramento trailed 31-26 after the 1st quarter but fought back, outscoring the Lakers 27-25 in the 2nd. However, they couldn’t gain much ground, as the Lakers edged them 25-24 in the 3rd. The Kings entered the 4th quarter down 81-77, and both teams scored 22 points in the final period.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Lakers, the Kings struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 10 threes at a 27% clip. Overall, they shot 43.3% from the field.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox was a bright spot, scoring 31 points on 70.6% shooting, including 3 made threes at 60%. Domantas Sabonis added 19 points and 19 rebounds, contributing 7 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite giving up 31 points in the 1st quarter, the Kings tightened up defensively, allowing just 25 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, and only 22 in the 4th. They held the Lakers to 103 points, even with Los Angeles shooting 48% from the field.</p> <p>Sacramento excelled in defending the three, limiting the Lakers to 9 made threes on 25% shooting. They also sent the Lakers to the line 21 times, where they hit 14 free throws. The Kings finished with 35 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals.</p>

Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

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

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the Houston Rockets (-333) will travel to take on the Toronto Raptors (+269) in a non-conference matchup. The Rockets are favored by 8 points and the over/under line is set at 223.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto and can be seen on SCHN. The Rockets come into this game with a record of 18-9 and are currently 3rd in the Western Conference. The Raptors are 7-21 and have dropped 6 straight games. Toronto is currently 14th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +8</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 6:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-121 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 46.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rockets Grab a Win in Toronto?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 18-9 this season after a 133-113 win over the Pelicans on Thursday. Houston, playing at home, was favored by 9.5 points and covered the spread with the 20-point victory. The game’s total of 246 points exceeded the O/U line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston set the tone early with a 13-0 run, taking the lead from 7-5 to 18-7. They led 39-25 after the 1st quarter. The teams played to a 27-27 tie in the 2nd quarter, but the Rockets outscored the Pelicans 33-27 in the 3rd, entering the 4th with a 99-79 lead. Both teams scored 34 points in the final quarter.</p><p>The Rockets' offense was firing on all cylinders in their win over the Pelicans, shooting 57.5% from the field and hitting 17 threes at a 43.6% clip. Jalen Green led the way with 34 points, including 22 in the 3rd quarter, while Dillon Brooks added 26 points, knocking down 6 threes at 60% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Alperen Sengun contributed 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, shooting 71.4% from the floor, and added 10 points in the 4th quarter. Fred VanVleet and Jabari Smith each scored 8 points in the 1st quarter, with Smith adding 6 more in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Rockets held the Pelicans to 113 points on Thursday, despite a 34-point 4th quarter. Houston allowed 25 points in the 1st quarter, and 27 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p> <p>The Pelicans shot 44% from the field, including 46% from three-point range, making 13 threes. The Rockets sent New Orleans to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. Houston finished with 36 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Raptors Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Toronto’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 7-21 after a 101-94 home loss to the Nets on Thursday. The Raptors were favored by 2.5 points but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 195 points fell well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Toronto appeared to be in control after a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring the Nets 30-18 to take a 76-70 lead. However, Brooklyn dominated the 4th quarter, going on an 11-0 run to break a 90-90 tie and seal the win.</p><p>In their 101-94 loss to the Nets, the Raptors shot just 39.5% from the field, but connected on 15 threes at a 34.1% rate. Ochai Agbaji and Gradey Dick each hit 4 threes, with Agbaji leading the team with 20 points and Dick adding 19.</p> <p>Agbaji scored 8 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Dick added 9 in the same period. Scottie Barnes contributed 16 points, 6 assists, and 2 threes, shooting 45.5% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Raptors were solid, holding the Nets to 101 points on 40% shooting, including just 23% from beyond the arc. Toronto allowed 24 points in the 1st quarter and 28 in the 2nd but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 18 points. However, they struggled in the 4th, allowing 31 points.</p> <p>The Raptors limited the Nets to 9 made threes but sent them to the line 31 times, where Brooklyn converted 26 free throws. Toronto finished with 6 steals and 4 blocks but gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

<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>

Montana State Bobcats vs TCU Horned Frogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<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>Planning on watching today's Lakers and Mountaineers game? Catch the action at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, WV, as the Mountaineers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 136.5 points, and West Virginia is favored by -32.5 at home against Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercyhurst Lakers +32.5</p><p>This game will be played at WVU Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCYHURST LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-60 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Even though we have West Virginia winning straight-up, we like Mercyhurst at +32.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Lakers Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Mercyhurst fell to 3-8 on the season after a 62-60 loss to Binghamton on Wednesday. Despite being +6 point underdogs, the Lakers kept it close and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 122 fell short of the 132.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Mercyhurst led 28-24 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32. The Lakers couldn’t hold on for the win, but they showed some fight on the road.</p><p>In their last game, the Mercyhurst Lakers managed just 60 points, shooting 40.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 42.3%. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting only 3 of 16 attempts for 18.8%, while they were more successful from the free-throw line, connecting on 15 of 18 for 83.3%.</p> <p>Chris Walker was a bright spot, hitting 3 of 6 from deep and finishing with 17 points and 5 assists. Tymu Chenery added 19 points despite shooting just 1 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Mercyhurst's defense gave up 62 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field, connecting on 22 of 48 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 53% shooting, as the other team went 17/32 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercyhurst held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 5 made threes on 16 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 13, shooting 65%. The Lakers limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 5.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>West Virginia improved to 8-2 on the season with an 84-61 win over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday. Playing at home, the Mountaineers were -23.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>West Virginia led 41-30 at halftime and added 43 points in the second half while allowing 31. The combined score of 145 points went over the pre-game O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>West Virginia put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 46.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They hit 38.5% from three-point range, connecting on 10 of 26 attempts, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, going 20 for 22 (90.9%).</p> <p>Javon Small led the way with 27 points and 6 assists, shooting 46.7% overall and 50% from beyond the arc. Amani Hansberry contributed 16 points on 66.7% shooting, while Jonathan Powell and Brayon Freeman each added 14 points, with Powell hitting 4 threes at a 44.4% rate.</p><p>West Virginia's defense gave up 61 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they conceded 17 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 53% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 10 of 26 shots, shooting 38%. They also went to the free-throw line 22 times, converting 20 of those for a 90% success rate. West Virginia allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Mercyhurst Lakers vs West Virginia Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/22/24

<p>The 49ers are the underdog with a +1.5 point spread as they face the Dolphins on Sunday, December 22nd at 4:25 ET. The Dolphins are favored with a -123 money line, and the over/under line is set at 46 points. This week 16 non-conference matchup is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS VS MIAMI DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 25 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 46 points</li></ul><h3>Will The 49ers Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the 49ers sit at 6-8 and rank 7th in our NFL power rankings despite having just a 0.1% chance of making the playoffs. San Francisco is 4-4 at home and 2-4 on the road, with a 1-4 record in division games. They are 5-9 against the spread, including 5-7 as the favorite and 0-2 as the underdog. Their O/U record is 7-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points compared to an average line of 46.5.</p> <p>After snapping a three-game losing streak with a 38-13 win over the Bears in week 14, the 49ers couldn’t keep the momentum going, losing 12-6 to the Rams in week 15. San Francisco was a 3-point favorite at home but couldn’t get the win, and the 18 combined points fell well short of the 48.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the 49ers rank 14th in our offensive power rankings. They are 13th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.4, and 8th in yards per game with 365.1. San Francisco is 10th in passing yards per game (231.6) despite being 25th in passing attempts. They are 7th in rushing yards per game, averaging 133.5 on 28.1 attempts per game. The 49ers rank 10th in 3rd-down conversions but are 20th in red zone conversion percentage, despite being 7th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Brock Purdy struggled in week 15, posting a passer rating of 45 after throwing for 142 yards and an interception on 14/31 passing. George Kittle led the team with 61 receiving yards, and Isaac Guerendo rushed for 57 yards on 16 carries. San Francisco scored just 6 points, with both field goals coming in the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p><p>The 49ers' defense played well on third downs in their most recent game, holding the Rams to a 26.7% conversion rate. Despite this, the 49ers lost 12-6, with the Rams rushing for 142 yards on 38 attempts. The 49ers allowed just 160 passing yards on 16 completions, and Los Angeles did not score a passing touchdown.</p><p></p><p>San Francisco's defense also didn't record any sacks in the game. Overall, the 49ers gave up 302 total yards in the game, and the Rams were able to control the ball for 33 minutes.</p><h3>Will The Dolphins Win At Home Over The 49ers?</h3><p>Heading into week 16, the Dolphins sit at 6-8, putting them 2nd in the AFC East. Our power rankings have them 15th, and they have a 4.9% chance of making the playoffs. Miami is 5-5 in conference games and 3-2 in the division. They are 4-3 at home and 2-5 on the road.</p> <p>Miami has an average scoring margin of -2.6 points per game and is 5-9 against the spread. They have failed to cover in three straight games, including their week 15 loss to the Texans. The O/U record in Dolphins games is 6-8, with an average of 42 combined points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Dolphins rank 19th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 19.7 points per game, which is 21st in the NFL. They are 19th in total yards per game (324.1) and 14th in passing yards per game (222.6), despite ranking 8th in passing attempts. On the ground, Miami ranks 24th in rushing yards per game, with 101.4, on 26.3 attempts per game. They are 14th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 17th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In week 15, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 196 yards, with 1 touchdown and 3 interceptions, in a 20-12 loss to the Texans. Miami was shut out in the 1st and 4th quarters, scoring 6 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters. De'Von Achane led the team with 41 rushing yards on 12 carries, while Malik Washington had 5 receptions for 52 yards.</p><p>In their 20-12 loss to the Texans, the Dolphins' defense allowed just 77 yards rushing on 20 attempts and held Houston to 181 total yards. Despite this, the Dolphins gave up two passing touchdowns and allowed the Texans to complete 69.2% of their passes. Miami's defense recorded four sacks and limited Houston to a 38.5% conversion rate on third down.<p></p>Miami's defense struggled to defend the big play in the passing game, as the Texans were able to score two passing touchdowns while gaining only 104 yards through the air. The Dolphins' offense was unable to capitalize on the strong defensive performance, scoring only 12 points in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Titans and Badgers face off at 2:00 ET on BTN. The Badgers are hosting the game at Kohl Center in Madison, WI. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 147.5 points, with Wisconsin being favored by -28.5 over Detroit.</p><h3>DETROIT TITANS VS WISCONSIN BADGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Titans +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kohl Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Badgers.</li><li>Even though we have Wisconsin winning straight-up, we like Detroit at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Titans Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Detroit Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Detroit fell to 4-8 on the season after a 73-60 road loss to Northern Kentucky on Wednesday, December 18th. Despite entering the game as +13.5 point underdogs, the Titans managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the O/U line of 135.</p> <p>Detroit trailed 36-29 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 31 points while allowing 37. Though they didn’t get the win, the Titans’ ability to cover the spread might be a positive takeaway.</p><p>In their latest game, the Detroit Titans put up 60 points, shooting 42.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, with a strong performance from beyond the arc, hitting 46.2% of their threes (6/13). Inside the arc, they connected on just 41.5% of their two-point attempts (17/41).</p> <p>Randall Pettus II and Trey Robinson each contributed 19 points, with Robinson shooting 66.7% from the field and Pettus hitting 60.0%. Orlando Lovejoy added 16 points, though he shot 42.1% overall. The Titans finished with 8 assists and 9 offensive rebounds, while shooting 72.7% from the free-throw line (8/11).</p><p>Detroit's defense gave up 73 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. They connected on 26 of their 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the other team went 10/25, hitting 40% of their threes. They also shot 44% from the free-throw line, making 11 of 25 attempts. Detroit gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Badgers Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Wisconsin improved to 9-3 on the season with an 83-74 win over Butler on Saturday. The Badgers, who were -4.5 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Wisconsin took control early, leading 47-33 at halftime, but allowed Butler to score 41 points in the second half while putting up 36 points of their own. The game’s total points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 147.</p><p>Wisconsin's offense put up 83 points in their latest game, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, with a strong 60.6% shooting inside the arc, but they struggled from three, hitting just 24% (6/25). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 25 of 27 attempts for a 92.6% rate.</p> <p>Pierre Brooks II led the way with 23 points, shooting 53.8% overall, though he hit just 2 of 7 from deep. Nolan Winter added 20 points and 8 rebounds, while Steven Crowl contributed 18 points in just 17 minutes, hitting 70% of his shots, including 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Wisconsin's defense gave up 74 points, with their opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 53% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wisconsin's defense held their opponents to 32% shooting, with 8 made threes on 25 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 22, and gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Beacons and Broncos. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Broncos at University Arena (MI) in Kalamazoo, MI. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Western Michigan is favored by -1.5 vs. Valparaiso.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Arena (MI) at 1:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Western Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</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>Are the Beacons Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Beacons dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 95-73 loss to Ohio State on Tuesday. Valparaiso entered the game as +21 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Valpo trailed 41-30 at halftime and allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43 of their own. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.8% overall and 20.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, but they did excel at the free-throw line, hitting 87% of their attempts.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, while Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists.</p><p>Valparaiso’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beacons gave up 27 two-pointers on 42 attempts, a 64% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 of 19 shots to fall, a 31% success rate. Valparaiso also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they hit 23 free throws, an 85% rate.</p><h3>Will the Broncos Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Broncos' season continued to struggle as they fell to 2-7 after a 98-62 loss to North Dakota State on Sunday. Playing on the road, Western Michigan entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 49-28 at halftime, the Broncos couldn't mount a comeback, allowing another 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points reached 160, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 144.</p><p>Western Michigan struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-13 from deep, while hitting 69.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Chansey Willis Jr. led the Broncos with 22 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Jacari White added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, and Jacksen Moni contributed 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense struggled, giving up 98 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 69% from the field. The Broncos couldn't contain the two-point game, with the other team hitting 83% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan allowed 18 threes on 58% shooting. They did limit free-throw damage, with the opponent going 4/9. The Broncos gave up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bears and Jayhawks. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN, and it's hosted by the Jayhawks at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 143.5 points, with Kansas being favored by -24.5 over Brown.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 3:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like Brown at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bears Stand a Chance in Lawrence?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Brown improved to 7-3 on the season with an 84-80 win over Rhode Island on Tuesday. The Bears, who were +4 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-33 at halftime, Brown's defense stepped up, allowing just 26 points in the 2nd half while scoring 32 of their own. The game’s total points of 164 exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>The Bears put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.7%. They hit 53.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 29.2% of their threes.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. dished out 10 assists, despite shooting just 31.8% overall and 22.2% from three. Sebastian Thomas added 22 points, while Aaron Cooley knocked down 3 of 5 threes, finishing with 19 points.</p><p>Brown's defense struggled, giving up 80 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 25 of 47 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 7 threes made on 24 attempts. The Bears also sent them to the line 20 times, where they converted 13 free throws.</p><h3>Does Kansas Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Kansas Jayhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas improved to 8-2 this season with a 75-60 win over NC State on Saturday. The Jayhawks, playing at home, were -14.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 38-30 at halftime, Kansas scored 37 points in the 2nd half while holding NC State to 30. The game’s total points of 135 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Kansas put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 56.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 66%, with a strong 69% on two-pointers and 41.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Zeke Mayo led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Hunter Dickinson added 21 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 69.2% overall. Dajuan Harris contributed 15 points and 6 assists, connecting on 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Even with Kansas giving up 60 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 56% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with the other team hitting 69% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Kansas allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. They also sent the opponent to the line 7 times, where they converted 5 free throws.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mountaineers and Panthers. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Panthers at Novant Health Fieldhouse in Greensboro, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and High Point is favored by -6.5 against Appalachian State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS VS HIGH POINT PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: High Point Panthers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Novant Health Fieldhouse at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HIGH POINT PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will High Point pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Mountaineers Have What it Takes in Greensboro?</h3><p>Appalachian State fell to 4-3 on the season after a 76-61 road loss to UNCW on Saturday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 137, just over the O/U line of 134.</p> <p>Appalachian State trailed 44-33 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32.</p><p>Appalachian State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 11.8% from beyond the arc, hitting only 2 of 17 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, but they did manage to convert 81% of their free throws, going 17 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>The Mountaineers had just 6 assists as a team, with Donovan Newby contributing all of them, despite shooting 3 for 14 from the field. CJ Huntley and Jalil Beaubrun each scored 16 points, with Beaubrun also grabbing 11 rebounds. Harlan Obioha was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his attempts in just 15 minutes of action.</p><p>Appalachian State gave up 76 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 25 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, as the other team went 17 for 35 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Appalachian State held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. The other team also went to the free-throw line 22 times, converting 18 for an 81% success rate. Appalachian State allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the High Point Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>High Point Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Panthers improved to 8-2 on the season with a 76-71 victory over North Texas on Friday, December 6th. High Point, who entered the game as +1 underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-28 at halftime, High Point came out strong in the second half, scoring 48 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 147 went over the pre-game O/U line of 128.</p><p>High Point's offense put up 76 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field. They hit 32% from beyond the arc, making 8 of 25 attempts, while connecting on 60% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they went 28 for 37, good for 75.7%.</p> <p>Latrell Jossell led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 6 threes. Brenen Lorient added 20 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 63.6% overall. D'Maurian Williams contributed 17 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep.</p><p>High Point's defense gave up 71 points in their previous game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 60% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 12/20 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, High Point's defense held the other team to 32% shooting, with 8 made threes on 25 attempts. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

Appalachian State Mountaineers vs High Point Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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<p>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>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawks and Lancers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lancers at Joan Perry Brock Center in Farmville, VA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 145 points, with Longwood being favored by -19 over Maryland Eastern Shore.</p><h3>MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS VS LONGWOOD LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks +19</p><p>This game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Even though we have Longwood winning straight-up, we like Maryland Eastern Shore at +19.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Maryland Eastern Shore Pull Off A Win at Joan Perry Brock Center?</h3><p>Maryland Eastern Shore fell to 0-9 on the season after a 99-45 road loss to Connecticut on Saturday, November 30th. The Hawks entered the game as +40.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the O/U line of 142.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-18 at halftime, Maryland Eastern Shore allowed 59 points in the second half while scoring 27 of their own.</p><p>Maryland Eastern Shore struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 45 points on 30% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 32%, and they hit only 2 of 14 three-point attempts, shooting 14.3% from deep. At the free-throw line, they connected on 13 of 25 attempts, shooting 52%.</p> <p>The Hawks managed just 4 assists and 6 offensive rebounds. Ketron Shaw led the team with 18 points and 6 rebounds, while Liam McNeeley and Jaylin Stewart each added 16 points. Stewart also contributed 7 rebounds and 3 assists, and Solo Ball chipped in 12 points, hitting 2 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Maryland Eastern Shore's defense struggled in their last outing, giving up 99 points. The Hawks allowed their opponents to shoot 54% from the field, with a particularly rough time defending inside, where they gave up 68% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents knocked down 10 threes on 37% shooting. Maryland Eastern Shore also sent them to the line 27 times, where they converted 25 free throws, a 92% clip. The Hawks allowed 11 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Can Longwood Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Longwood fell to 5-2 on the season after an 80-64 road loss to Kansas State on Monday, November 25th. The Lancers entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, just over the pre-game O/U line of 143.</p> 

<p>Longwood trailed 44-36 at halftime and struggled to close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 28 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Longwood struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 2 of 15 three-point attempts for a 13.3% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 41.4% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 43.1%. Their two-point shooting was more effective, as they connected on 51.2% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>The Lancers finished with 8 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game, while shooting 73.7% from the free-throw line, making 14 of 19 attempts. Dug McDaniel led the team with 6 assists, while Coleman Hawkins added 5 assists and 10 rebounds to go along with his 19 points.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 56% shooting from the field. Their opponent hit 23 of 40 two-point attempts, good for 57%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 12 threes on 22 attempts, a 54% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 5 times, where they made 3 free throws.</p>

Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Longwood Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/5/24

<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>

<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

<p>Betting on today's Ducks and Hockey Club game? Catch the action at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Hockey Club hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Hockey Club are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Ducks.</p><h3>ANAHEIM DUCKS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Hockey Club picking up a  3-2 win.</li><li>Take the Hockey Club on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Ducks Win on the Road?</h3><p>After a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks fell to 12-15-4 this season. Anaheim, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> <p>The Ducks trailed 3-0 before scoring in the third period. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 9:44 in the third, and Mason McTavish added another goal with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim's offense fired 39 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Chicago, but only found the net twice. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added his second as well, coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless until the 9:44 mark of the third period, and they had 16 giveaways in the game. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s late goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks will look to improve after giving up four goals to Chicago. Lukas Dostal recorded 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. Anaheim's defense also posted 6 takeaways and 15 hits. The Ducks gave up the first three goals of the game, including two on the power play, and another late in the 3rd period.</p><h3>Are the Hockey Club Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 16-11-5 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. As underdogs on the puck line, the Hockey Club failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 7 surpassed that mark.</p> <p>Three different players scored for Utah in the game. Logan Cooley netted the first goal at 8:08 in the first period, and Ian Cole extended the lead to 2-0 at 8:00 in the second. However, the Golden Knights responded with four straight goals, including the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club took 19 shots on goal in their 4-3 loss to Vegas, scoring three times. Alexander Kerfoot netted his 2nd goal of the season, while Ian Cole added his 1st and Logan Cooley scored his 2nd. Cooley also picked up his 8th assist on Cole's goal.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 2. The team had 13 giveaways and failed to score on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up the final two goals in their previous game, including the game-winner in overtime. They also allowed a goal with just one second left in the 2nd period, which tied the game at 2-2. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with a save percentage of 88.6%.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aggies versus the Hawks? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center in West Long Branch, NJ. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 145.5 points, with Monmouth being favored by -12.5 at home against North Carolina A&T.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES VS MONMOUTH HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Even though we have Monmouth winning straight-up, we like North Carolina A&T at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Aggies Lock in a Win at West Long Branch?</h3><p>North Carolina A&T has struggled mightily on the road this season, going just 3-11, and they have lost their last five games away from home. Their average margin of defeat on the road this season is -16.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Aggies are 7-21 this season, including a 5-10 mark in Coastal Athletic Association games. They have lost six straight games, and their record as an underdog this season is 5-19.</p><p>North Carolina A&T has an ATS record of 13-13 this season, including an 8-6 mark vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Aggies have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 145.5 is very close to the average over/under line in North Carolina A&T's games this season (145.1). So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is just 128 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Aggies' offense concluded with 64 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 66 points per contest. Landon Glasper is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 21. Meanwhile, Camian Shell also brings a PPG average of 12.4 into the game.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, North Carolina A&T is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 78.0 points per game (300th). In their previous game vs. Stony Brook, the Seawolves finished with a field goal percentage of 47% and a total of 80 points vs. North Carolina A&T.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Monmouth has been dominant at home this season, going 14-1, and they have won 14 straight games at home. They have also been the favorite in 10 games this season, and they have won all 10 of those games.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Monmouth has struggled on the road, going just 1-12, and they have lost 11 straight road games. Their average scoring margin at home is +5.9, compared to -9.0 on the road.</p><p>Against the spread, Monmouth has gone 17-10-1 this season. At home, the Hawks are 10-5 vs. the spread this year, and over their last 10 games as the favorite, Monmouth has a 6-4 mark.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Monmouth games is 14-12-2. The average scoring total in their games is 145.1 points, which is slightly lower than the average OU line of 143.3. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1, and the average scoring total in those games is 153 points. For the season, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line of 145.5.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 72 points per game, Monmouth struggled in their previous game. Against Towson, the Hawks scored 61 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 39.3%. Leading Monmouth in scoring vs. Towson was Xander Rice with his 16 points. Jack Collins also added 13 points for the Hawks.</p><p>The Hawks' defense is presently ranked 199th nationally, allowing an average of 73.0 points per contest. The Monmouth defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 80 points and allowed Towson to connect on 8 threes.</p>

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