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<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Golden Griffins and Braves game? Catch the action at Carver Arena in Peoria, IL, as the Braves hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Bradley as the -25.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS VS BRADLEY BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Canisius Golden Griffins +25.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Braves.</li><li>Even though we have Bradley winning straight-up, we like Canisius at +25.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Canisius Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Canisius fell to 0-12 on the season after a 72-60 road loss to Loyola Chicago on Wednesday. Despite being +25 point underdogs, the Golden Griffins kept the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, Canisius scored 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 132 fell under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Canisius managed just 60 points in their latest game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They hit 44.4% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 18 attempts, while struggling on the boards with only 2 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Sheldon Edwards Jr. led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% rate. Des Watson, Paul McMillan IV, and Tana Kopa each added 15 points, with Kopa knocking down 5 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Canisius gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. The Golden Griffins allowed 54% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 18/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Canisius allowed 11 threes on 28 attempts, a 39% clip. They sent the other team to the line just 5 times, where they hit 3 free throws. Canisius also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Braves Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Bradley improved to 8-2 on the season with a 66-64 win over San Francisco on Wednesday. The Braves were -2 point favorites going into the game, resulting in a push against the spread.</p> <p>Bradley trailed 27-25 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Dons 41-37. The total points for the game were 130, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Bradley's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, thanks in large part to their 60% shooting from three-point range, hitting 12 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Braves struggled, making just 29.4% of their two-point shots (10/34). Duke Deen led the way with 19 points, connecting on 5 of 8 threes, while Marcus Williams added 18 points, hitting 4 of 9 from deep.</p><p>Bradley's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field (22/54). The Braves were strong inside, holding their opponent to just 29% shooting on two-point attempts (10/34).</p> <p>However, Bradley struggled to contain the three-point line, where the opposing team hit 12 of 20 attempts, shooting 60%. The Braves also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws (62%). Bradley limited second-chance opportunities, allowing just 5 offensive rebounds.</p>

Canisius Golden Griffins vs Bradley Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Youngstown State Penguins vs USC Upstate Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 160.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -8.5 vs. Ohio State.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ohio State at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buckeyes Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 7-4 on the season with a 95-73 win over Valparaiso on Tuesday. The Buckeyes, who were heavy favorites at -21, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio State led 41-30 at halftime and scored 54 points in the second half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Ohio State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 54.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 (31.6%). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, knocking down 23-of-27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, and Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists. Evan Mahaffey was perfect from the field, making all 6 of his shots.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 27 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. The Buckeyes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 of those attempts for 85%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>On Saturday, December 14th, the Wildcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a 93-85 home win over the Cardinals. Kentucky entered the game as -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kentucky led 46-40 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 178 exceeded the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 52.4% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%.</p> <p>Lamont Butler was perfect from the field, going 10/10 overall and 6/6 from three, finishing with 33 points and 6 assists. Chucky Hepburn added 26 points and 5 assists, while Terrence Edwards Jr. contributed 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 58% shooting. The Wildcats struggled to defend inside, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense allowed 11 threes on 52% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Trojans and Lobos. The game is starting at 11:59 ET on truT, and it's hosted by the Lobos at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have New Mexico as the -6 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 155 points.</p><h3>USC TROJANS VS NEW MEXICO LOBOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Mexico Lobos -6</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Arena at 11:59 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW MEXICO LOBOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Lobos.</li><li>Not only will New Mexico pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will USC Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Trojans’ season took a hit with a 71-36 loss to Saint Mary’s on Thursday. USC was a +5 underdog but failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> <p>USC trailed 32-21 at halftime and struggled even more in the 2nd half, scoring just 15 points while allowing 39.</p><p>USC's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 36 points on 26% shooting from the field. They went 0-for-12 from beyond the arc and had an effective field goal percentage of 26%.</p> <p>Jordan Ross was a bright spot, scoring 15 points on 6-of-9 shooting in 20 minutes, adding 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Josh Cohen contributed 12 points, shooting 5-of-9 from the field.</p><p>USC's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 71 points on 26% shooting from the field. The Trojans were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they didn't allow a single make on 12 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, USC limited their opponent to 34% shooting, with 13 makes on 38 attempts. They also gave up just 4 offensive rebounds. The opponent did manage to shoot 83% from the free-throw line, hitting 10 of 12 attempts.</p><h3>Will New Mexico Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>New Mexico Lobos Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>New Mexico’s season took a hit with an 85-82 loss to Arizona State on Thursday. The Lobos, who were -4 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 37-34 at halftime, New Mexico allowed 51 points in the 2nd half while scoring 45. The total points for the game reached 167, surpassing the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>New Mexico put up 82 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 38.3% on two-point attempts. They connected on 37.5% of their threes, hitting 6 of 16 from deep.</p> <p>The Lobos were strong at the free-throw line, making 28 of 32 attempts for an 87.5% rate. Donovan Dent led the way with 30 points and 7 assists, while Mustapha Amzil added 28 points, hitting 3 threes.</p><p>New Mexico's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 85 points on 47% shooting from the field. They gave up 26 field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>The Lobos allowed 9 threes on 19 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 47% from beyond the arc. New Mexico also sent them to the line 32 times, where they converted 24 free throws.</p>

USC Trojans vs New Mexico Lobos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</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>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Bruins face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bruins are hosting the game at TD Garden in Boston, MA. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 5.5 goals and the Bruins are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS BOSTON BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Bruins picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Bruins on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Does Buffalo Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Buffalo dropped to 11-18-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres took the lead with a short-handed goal in the first period, but Detroit responded with two power-play goals in the second. Buffalo entered as the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres' only goal, which came at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense held the Red Wings scoreless until the 7:49 mark of the second period, when Dylan Larkin tied the game. Larkin then added another goal for Detroit at 14:38 in the second period.</p><p>Buffalo's offense struggled in their recent 2-1 loss to Detroit, with Alex Tuch scoring the team's only goal. Tuch's 5th goal of the season came shorthanded, 8:21 into the first period.</p> <p>The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again. They recorded 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Buffalo's defense had a strong first period, allowing no goals, but they gave up two in the second, both on power plays. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage. The Sabres' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Can the Bruins Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Boston moved above .500 with a 2-0 win over the Kraken, bringing their record to 17-14-4. The Bruins, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 2 total goals fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. Justin Brazeau scored at 16:37, and Charlie Coyle added another at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held the Kraken scoreless, with Jeremy Swayman stopping all 23 shots he faced.</p><p>Boston's offense was limited to two goals in their 2-0 victory over the Kraken. Justin Brazeau opened the scoring with his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle added his 2nd on a power play. The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but also had 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Boston's goals came in the first period, with Brazeau scoring 3:23 into the game and Coyle following at the 10:03 mark. Charlie McAvoy picked up his 3rd assist of the season, while Brad Marchand earned his 7th assist on Coyle's power-play goal.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their last game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, and the Bruins’ defense added 5 takeaways and 15 hits. They also blocked 27 shots from the Kraken.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Boston Bruins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Demons and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on BTN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Northwestern as the -7 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 136.5 points.</p><h3>DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +7</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Northwestern winning straight-up, we like DePaul at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can DePaul Stun the Crowd at Welsh-Ryan Arena?</h3><p>DePaul’s season record dropped to 8-3 after an 89-61 road loss to St. John’s on Tuesday. The Blue Demons entered the game as +12 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>DePaul trailed 40-29 at halftime and struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 49 points while scoring just 32. The game’s total points reached 150, just under the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>DePaul's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 61 points on 39.2% shooting from the field. They hit 30% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 20 attempts, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 45.1%.</p> <p>RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 19 points, shooting 63.6% from the field. Kadary Richmond added 18 points and 7 rebounds, and Layden Blocker contributed 17 points. Simeon Wilcher was efficient, hitting 7 of 9 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>DePaul's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. Inside the arc, the Blue Demons allowed 34 two-point baskets on 57 attempts, a 59% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, DePaul's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with just 3 made threes on 10 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they made 12 free throws. DePaul also gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Northwestern Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 8-3 on the season with a 71-60 win over Georgia Tech on Sunday, December 15th. Playing at home, the Wildcats entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Northwestern led 31-26 at halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>Northwestern put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 40.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 22 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, and they connected on 62.5% of their free throws, going 10 for 16.</p> <p>Brooks Barnhizer led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, though he shot just 33.3% from the field. Lance Terry added 17 points, and Nick Martinelli contributed 16 points on 58.3% shooting. Jalen Leach also chipped in 16 points despite shooting 31.2%.</p><p>Northwestern's defense held their opponent to 60 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% (26/65). They limited two-point shooting to 39%, as the opposing team went 17/43 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Northwestern allowed 9 made threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10, shooting 62%. Northwestern gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

DePaul Blue Demons vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Florida Gators NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Pioneers? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on Summ. The game will be played at Hamilton Gymnasium in Denver, CO. Northern Colorado comes into this non-conference matchup as the -7 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 155.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHERN COLORADO BEARS VS DENVER PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Pioneers +7</p><p>This game will be played at Hamilton Gymnasium at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Denver pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</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 Northern Colorado Be The Talk of Hamilton Gymnasium?</h3><h3>Northern Colorado Bears Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Northern Colorado improved to 4-5 on the season with an 81-76 home win over Air Force on Monday. The Bears, who were -9.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 41-26 at halftime, Northern Colorado allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 40. The game’s total points of 157 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Northern Colorado's offense shone in their last game, scoring 81 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 56.6%, thanks to 57.5% shooting on two-pointers and 38.5% from beyond the arc. They also hit 87% of their free throws, going 20-for-23 from the line.</p> <p>Langston Reynolds and Kyle Marshall each contributed 23 points, with Reynolds adding 11 rebounds. Both players shot over 70% from the field. Zach Bloch was also efficient, hitting 83.3% of his shots, including 75% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite Northern Colorado's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 76 points, allowing them to shoot 52% from the field. The Bears gave up 23 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 57% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Colorado's defense allowed 5 threes on 13 attempts, with the opponent shooting 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 20 for 87%.</p><h3>Can the Pioneers Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Denver Pioneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Denver dropped to 3-8 on the season after a 95-94 loss to Cal Poly on Tuesday. Despite being +10.5 point underdogs, the Pioneers kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Denver led 39-28 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 189 went over the pre-game O/U line of 161.5.</p><p>Denver's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. They connected on 45.5% of their threes, going 10-for-22, and hit 80% from the free-throw line. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.3%.</p> <p>Jarred Hyder led the way with 29 points, hitting 8 of 13 from deep for a 61.5% three-point shooting performance. Nicholas Shogbonyo and DeAndre Craig each added 22 points, while Owen Koonce and Sebastian Akins chipped in 21 points apiece.</p><p>Despite Denver's defensive struggles, they still managed to put up 95 points in their previous game. The Pioneers shot 47% from the field, connecting on 29 of their 61 attempts. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 63% of their two-point shots, going 14 for 22.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Denver attempted 39 threes, making 15 for a 38% success rate. They also got to the free-throw line 31 times, converting 22 of those for 71%. On the offensive glass, they secured 17 rebounds.</p>

Northern Colorado Bears vs Denver Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Golden Eagles and Musketeers game? Catch the action at Cintas Center in Cincinnati, OH, as the Musketeers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FOX. Marquette is favored by -5.5 in this Big East conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153.5 points.</p><h3>MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES VS XAVIER MUSKETEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cintas Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Musketeers.</li><li>Not only will Xavier pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Golden Eagles Chances in Cincinnati</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 10-2 on the season with an 80-70 home win over Butler on Wednesday, December 18th. Despite being -14 favorites, the Golden Eagles didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 150, just over the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-32 at halftime, Marquette turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 48 points while holding Butler to 35.</p><p>Marquette's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 42.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.7%, with a strong 57.8% shooting inside the arc. However, they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 6 of 30 attempts for 20%.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points, though he shot just 1 of 7 from deep. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6, and Marquette grabbed 20 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Marquette's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field on 32 of 75 attempts. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the opponent hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 26/45.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marquette held their opponent to just 6/30 shooting, a 20% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10, shooting 83%. Marquette allowed 20 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Musketeers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Musketeers dropped to 8-4 on the season after a 94-89 loss to UConn on Wednesday. Xavier, who entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs, kept it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After leading 30-29 at halftime, Xavier scored 48 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 183 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Xavier's offense put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 54.2% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 24 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they connected on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18 for 21 from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep. Solo Ball and Dante Maddox Jr. each contributed 22 points, with Maddox hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists, while Tarris Reed Jr. grabbed 13 rebounds and added 20 points.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive struggles, allowing 94 points on 47% shooting, the Musketeers couldn't slow down their opponent's two-point attack, which hit 55% of its shots (25/45).</p> <p>Xavier also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 95% of their attempts. The Musketeers gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Marquette Golden Eagles vs Xavier Musketeers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Arizona State Sun Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</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>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Skyhawks versus the Screaming Eagles? Tip off is at at 4:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena in Evansville, IN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Southern Indiana is favored by -4.5 to win at home against UT Martin.</p><h3>UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UT Martin Skyhawks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Screaming Eagles Arena at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 83-67 in favor of the Skyhawks.</li><li>Not only will UT Martin 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 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UT Martin Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>UT Martin’s season continued to be a struggle, as they fell to 1-8 after a 70-69 loss to Morehead State on Thursday. The Skyhawks were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Both teams scored 29 points in the 2nd half, and the game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>UT Martin's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 20 attempts, while their free-throw shooting was a mere 50% (11/22).</p> <p>Jerone Morton led the way with 18 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the floor and 66.7% from three. Tarence Guinyard added 17 points despite shooting 28.6%, and Matija Zuzic contributed 12 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>UT Martin's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Skyhawks' defense saw the other team hit 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws (62%). UT Martin limited the damage on the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Southern Indiana Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Southern Indiana edged out a 77-75 win over Tennessee State on Thursday, December 19th, bringing their season record to 4-5. The Screaming Eagles, who were -4.5 point favorites, won but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 40-39 at halftime, Southern Indiana outscored Tennessee State 38-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Southern Indiana's offense put up 77 points, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.7%. They connected on 8 of 22 three-point attempts, hitting 36.4% from deep, while making 21 of 31 free throws for a 67.7% success rate.</p> <p>Brandon Weston led the way with 33 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall. Aaron Nkrumah added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc, while Damoni Harrison knocked down 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 19 points.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 60 attempts. They held the other team to 42% shooting on two-point shots, as they went 16 for 38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern Indiana allowed 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they made 21, shooting 67%. Southern Indiana gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

UT Martin Skyhawks vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Brooklyn Nets (-141) will host the Utah Jazz (+119) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is 221.5 points.</p>

<p>Utah enters this game with a record of 6-20, which is good for 14th in the Western Conference. Brooklyn is 11-16 and sits 10th in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS BROOKLYN NETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-71 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>After a 126-119 win over the Pistons on Thursday, the Jazz improved to 6-20 this season. Utah, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 245, surpassing the O/U line of 227.5.</p> <p>The Jazz started strong, leading 48-19 after the 1st quarter, thanks to a 10-0 run. However, the Pistons fought back, winning the 2nd quarter 35-19 and the 3rd quarter 32-30. Utah entered the 4th quarter with a 97-86 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-29 in the final period.</p><p>Collin Sexton led the Jazz to a win over the Pistons with 30 points and 7 assists, hitting 5 threes at a 71.4% rate. Keyonte George added 28 points, knocking down 7 threes at 53.8%, while Lauri Markkanen contributed 27 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>Utah connected on 20 threes, shooting 50% from deep and 47% overall. Sexton scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Markkanen added 13 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Jazz defense shined in the 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points, but they struggled in the 2nd, giving up 35. The Pistons scored 32 and 33 points in the 3rd and 4th quarters, respectively, but Utah still managed to secure the win.</p> <p>Overall, the Jazz held Detroit to 43% shooting and just 27% from three-point range, with the Pistons making 13 threes. The Pistons also went 14/18 from the free-throw line. Utah grabbed 47 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Brooklyn as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Nets improved to 11-16 this season with a 101-94 road win over the Raptors on Thursday. Brooklyn, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only picked up the win but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 195, falling well short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn took control in the 4th quarter, holding Toronto to 18 points while scoring 31. An 11-0 run broke a 90-90 tie, giving the Nets a 101-90 lead before the Raptors added a few late points.</p><p>In their win over the Raptors, the Nets shot just 40.2% from the field and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 9 threes at a 23.1% clip. Cameron Johnson led the way with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the floor and making 4 threes at 40% efficiency.</p> <p>Johnson scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while Shake Milton and Noah Clowney each added 6 of their 12 and 11 points, respectively, in the final period. Ben Simmons also contributed 12 points, with 5 coming in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Nets put together a strong defensive performance on Thursday, holding the Raptors to just 94 points. Brooklyn was especially effective in the 4th quarter, where they allowed only 18 points. Overall, the Nets limited Toronto to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes on 34% shooting. Brooklyn sent Toronto to the line 14 times, where they made 11 free throws. The Nets also recorded 38 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 6 blocks.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs St. Bonaventure Bonnies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-271) will host the Chicago Bulls (+219) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are currently favored by 7, and the over/under line is sitting at 227.5.</p>

<p>Sacramento (34-25) is 6th in the Western Conference, while Chicago (28-32) is 9th in the East. The game will take place at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, and NBCS will have the TV coverage.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -7</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, March 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-108 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with De'Aaron Fox points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Bulls Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Bulls are 12-22 straight-up as the underdog this season, and they are 18-16 ATS in those games. On the road, their ATS record as the underdog is 15-13.</p>

<p>Chicago's O/U record for the season is 31-28-1, and 46 of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's (227.5). This year, their games have averaged 224.8 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Bulls lost to the Bucks by a score of 113-97. The O/U line for that game was 221.5, and Chicago was getting 3.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Bulls are 28-32 this season, which has them in 9th place in the Eastern Conference. Against the spread, they are 31-28 and 15-13 on the road.</p>

<p>For the season, the Bulls are 12-22 as the underdog and 4-9 against other teams in the Central Division. Today, they are getting 7 points on the spread.</p><p>Chicago's offense has struggled this season, as they are 25th in the league in scoring at 111.7 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 111.6 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Bulls are 24th in the league at 35%. They are also 23rd in three-point attempts at 32.6 per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, Chicago has outscored the NBA scoring average in just 36.7% of their games. In terms of pace, the Bulls are 27th in the league at 97.1 possessions per game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Bulls' defense is giving up an average of 113.1 points per contest. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bulls are forcing 11.7 per game, which is 3rd in the league. They also come into the game sitting 16th in blocked shots at 5 per game.</p><h3>Do the Kings Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Sacramento's ATS record at home this season is 11-15, and they have lost two straight ATS at home. As the favorite, they are 19-21 ATS and have gone 8-11 ATS as the favorite. Today, they are favored by 7 points.</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Kings have averaged a scoring differential of +.7 points per game at home. The O/U line for their games has averaged 235.9, with an average of 236.1 points per game.</p>

<p>The Kings are 30-29 ATS for the season, and their O/U record is 31-27-1. In their last game, they covered the spread as 8.5-point underdogs in a 124-120 win over Minnesota. The O/U line for that game was 222.</p>

<p>Sacramento is currently 6th in the Western Conference with a record of 34-25. Against the West, they are 23-16 and 7-6 against other teams in the Pacific Division. In their win over Minnesota, the teams combined for 244 points.</p>

<p>So far this season, 52 of Sacramento's games have had higher O/U lines than today's line of 227.5. The team's O/U record for the season is 31-27-1.</p><p>At home, the Kings are averaging 121.6 points per game, which is 7th in the NBA. Overall, they are 8th in the league with 118.2 points per game. Sacramento has outscored the NBA scoring average in 64.4% of their games this season.</p>

<p>So far, the Kings have made an average of 14.6 three-pointers per game, which is 4th in the NBA. In terms of field goal percentage, they are shooting 48% from the field, which is 11th in the league.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, Sacramento is 10th in the NBA with 100.1 possessions per game. They are also 6th in assists, averaging 28.7 per game.</p><p>The Kings' defense is presently ranked 22nd in the league, allowing an average of 117.9 points per contest. Sacramento struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Timberwolves, giving up 14. For the game, Minnesota scored 120 points in the game.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 3/4/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>At 8:10 PM ET, the Mariners and Astros will face off in an AL West matchup. Tuesday's matchup is taking place at Minute Maid Park in Houston, and the Astros are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -135. The money line odds for a Mariners win are currently at +115, and the over/under line is at 7 runs.</p>

<p>Seattle comes in with a record of 81-76, while the Astros are 85-72. Framber Valdez will start for the Astros, while the Mariners are sending Logan Gilbert to the mound. RSNW will be televising Tuesday's game.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline -135</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Tuesday, September 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mariners to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Seattle cruised to a 6-1 win over the Astros in the most recent game of this series. The Mariners had a huge 2nd inning, scoring five of their six runs. As for the Astros, they scored their only run in the 4th. Heading into the game, the Mariners were the slight underdogs at +110.</p>

<p>Julio Rodriguez was the Mariners' top hitter, going 3/5 with an RBI. Victor Robles and Randy Arozarena each had two hits and an RBI. Cal Raleigh also had a two-hit game at the plate.</p>

<p>Bryce Miller pitched well for the Mariners in this one, going seven innings and striking out five without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Hunter Brown had a rough outing for the Astros, taking the loss.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is 81-76 overall, putting them four games behind the Astros for the AL West lead. The Mariners took the first game of this series vs. the Astros and have an overall division record of 28-19. Seattle has won two straight games as the underdog, and they are 35-44 on the road this year.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Mariners are 58-48 and 23-28 as the underdog. Seattle's overall series record is 21-24-4 and they have won two straight series on the road. Over the last 10 games, the Mariners are 7-3.</p><p>Seattle has been a solid run line team this season, going 68-89. They have been slightly better on the run line at home, going 33-45, compared to 35-44 on the road. As an underdog, they have been profitable on the run line, going 26-25. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.6, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.1. They have covered the run line in three straight games as an underdog.</p><p>The Mariners are on the road against the Astros today, and the over/under line for the game is set at 7 runs. The combined run average for Seattle's games this season is 7.9, and their over/under record is 74-74. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and their record when the line is set at 7 runs is 17-20-7. In 63.7% of their games this season, the over/under line has been set at more than 7 runs.</p><p> Right-hander Logan Gilbert is starting for the Mariners today as he faces the Astros on the road. Gilbert has made 31 starts this season and has a record of 8-11 with a 3.24 ERA. This year, opponents are batting .192 off Gilbert, and he has a WHIP of .90. In his last outing, Gilbert picked up the win, going 5 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs on six hits. Before that, he had given up at least four earned runs in three straight starts. Gilbert has one complete game shutout this year. Per nine innings, he is averaging 9.46 strikeouts.</p>
<p>Julio Rodríguez has been on a tear of late for the Mariners, hitting .410 over his last eight games with three homers and 12 RBIs. For the season, he is batting .275 with 19 home runs and 65 RBIs, which is 2nd on the team. Catcher Cal Raleigh has a team-high 96 RBIs and 31 homers but is batting just .216 this season.</p>

<p>Overall, the Mariners are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They have been even worse at home, averaging just 3.7 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .224 and have the worst strikeout numbers in the league.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are 85-72 overall this season, and they lead the AL West by four games over the Mariners. Houston has dropped two straight games, with the most recent coming in the series opener vs. Seattle. So far, they are 28-22 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros are 45-34 this season, and they are above .500 on the road at 40-38. As the favorite, the Astros are 66-51 this year and 19-21 when they are the underdog. So far, they have an overall series record of 27-20-2.</p><p>When playing at home, the Astros have a run line record of 38-41, with an average run differential of +1.0 runs per game. They have gone 55-62 against the run line as the favorite, while going 26-14 as the underdog. Their run line record overall is 81-76, with an average run differential of +0.6 runs per game.</p><p>With a combined run average of 8.7 runs per game, the Houston Astros have seen a majority of their games go over the total this season, as their over/under record stands at 64-88. In fact, 96.2% of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's line of 7 runs, and their over/under record when the line is set at 7 runs is just 1-4. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs per game this season.</p><p>Framber Valdez gets the start for the Astros today and comes in with a record of 14-7 and an ERA of 2.85. This year, he has made 27 starts, and opponents are batting .214 off the left-hander. Valdez has turned in 17 quality starts and one complete game this year. Looking back at his last outing, he took the loss vs. the Padres, going seven innings and giving up one earned run on six hits. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Valdez has been much better at home, coming in with a record of 8-2 and an ERA of 2.85 compared to 6-5 with a 3.78 ERA on the road.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez has been the Astros' most dangerous hitter this season, as he is 7th in the league with 35 home runs and is batting .308. Alvarez also leads the team with 86 RBIs. Alex Bregman has also been a big power threat for the Astros, as his 25 homers is 2nd on the team. Bregman has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 6/20 with two homers over his last five games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 3rd in batting average and are 10th in runs scored (4.6 per game). Houston has been especially good at home, averaging 4.9 runs per game. Overall, they are one of the top home run-hitting teams in the league, coming in 7th in the league.</p>

Seattle Mariners vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 9/24/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tar Heels and Bruins game? Catch the action at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBS. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UCLA as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCLA Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCLA BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will UCLA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the North Carolina Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina fell to 6-5 on the season after a 90-84 home loss to Florida on Tuesday. The Tar Heels were +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p> <p>UNC trailed 46-34 at halftime but made a push in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort after the break, the Tar Heels couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>North Carolina put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 45.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, thanks largely to their 63.6% shooting on two-pointers. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 28 attempts for a 17.9% success rate.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall and 27.3% from three. Will Richard added 22 points, making 8 of 10 shots, including 3 of 5 from deep. The Tar Heels had 13 offensive rebounds and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>North Carolina's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed the opponent to connect on 63% of their two-point attempts, with 28 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>The Tar Heels did better defending the three, holding the other team to 17% shooting, with just 5 threes made. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bruins?</h3><p>UCLA improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 111-75 win over Prairie View A&M on Tuesday. The Bruins, heavy favorites at -34, covered the spread in this one.</p> <p>UCLA led 53-36 at halftime and continued to pour it on in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 58-39. The game’s total points of 186 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>UCLA's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, scoring 111 points with a 59% shooting rate from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, as they connected on 65% of their two-point attempts (26/40) and 47.6% from beyond the arc (10/21). They also excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 78.4% (29/37) of their attempts.</p> <p>Jordan Tillmon led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes (85.7%), while Dylan Andrews added 21 points and 6 assists, shooting 75% from deep (3/4). The Bruins dished out 26 assists as a team, with Kobe Johnson contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 75 points on 59% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed their opponents to connect on 36 of 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UCLA's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 65% success rate. From three-point range, their opponents hit 10 of 21 shots, shooting 47%. UCLA also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 37 times, where they made 29 free throws, shooting 78%. The Bruins allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina Tar Heels vs UCLA Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Kings and Predators. The game is starting at 1:30 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Predators at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The Kings are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Predators. The game's over/under currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES KINGS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 1:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-2 win for the Predators.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?</h3><p>After a 4-3 loss to the Blackhawks, the Kings now sit at 19-9-4. Los Angeles had a 3-2 lead in the third period, but Chicago tied it up with just 31 seconds left in regulation.</p> 

<p>The Kings were -1.5 goal favorites, and the total was set at 6 goals. The combined 7 goals pushed the game over the total.</p><p>Alex Laferriere scored twice for the Kings, including his 7th goal on a power play and his 8th goal later in the 2nd period. Phillip Danault added his 1st goal of the season at 8:12 in the 3rd period.</p> <p>Kevin Fiala contributed two assists, bringing his season total to 5. The Kings fired 40 shots on goal and had 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Kings will be looking to bounce back after giving up three goals in the 3rd period of their previous game against the Blackhawks, including the game-tying goal with just 31 seconds left in regulation. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves and posted a save percentage of 85.7%.</p><h3>Does Nashville Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 9-18-7 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of the Predators’ goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play in the second. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added his first goal of the season on another power play in the third period.</p> <p>Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal of the season on an empty net, and Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p><p>Nashville's defense gave up the first goal 2:54 into the 2nd period and another at 17:43 in the 3rd, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Beaver Stadium in University Park is the site for this SMU Mustangs vs. Penn State Nittany Lions first-round college football playoff matchup, set for 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st. The game will be broadcast on TNT, with Penn State coming in with an 11-2 record and the Mustangs also at 11-2. The over/under line is at 53.5 points, and Penn State is -9 point favorites at home. The money line odds are -330 for Penn State and +257 for SMU.</p><h3>SMU MUSTANGS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: SMU Mustangs +9</p><p>This game will be played at Beaver Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SMU MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning this one by a score of 27 to 21</li><li>Even though we like the Penn State Nittany Lions to win, our ATS pick is to take the SMU Mustangs at +9</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The SMU Mustangs Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>SMU enters Week 1 against Penn State with an 11-2 record, going 5-2 at home and 4-0 on the road. They’ve been favored in nine of their 13 games, holding a 7-2 record as the favorite. At home, they are 4-2 as the favorite, while they’ve gone 3-0 on the road when favored.</p> <p></p><p>The Mustangs have a +17.7 average scoring margin and are 7-4 against the spread this season. They’ve covered in three of four road games and are 5-4 ATS as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>SMU’s over/under record is 6-5, with their games averaging 59.4 points. Their average over/under line is 54.2 points, and this week’s line is set at 53.5 points.</p><p>SMU’s offense is 6th in points per game, scoring 38.5, and they are 22nd in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Kevin Jennings has thrown for 3,050 yards with a passer rating of 105. He has 22 touchdowns and 8 interceptions, completing 66% of his passes.</p> <p></p><p>SMU ranks 15th in passing yards per game and 29th in rushing yards, averaging 181.1 on the ground. Brashard Smith leads the rushing attack with 1,267 yards and 14 touchdowns. Roderick Daniels Jr. has 599 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns.</p><p>SMU's defense has been strong against the run this season, ranking 9th nationally by allowing just 94.5 rushing yards per game. In their recent game against Clemson, they gave up only 64 rushing yards on 32 attempts. However, the secondary struggled, allowing 262 passing yards and four touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged a 55.6% completion rate against SMU, with 232.7 passing yards per game, ranking the Mustangs 113th in the nation. On average, quarterbacks have posted a 77.1 passer rating against SMU’s defense.</p><h3>Are The Penn State Nittany Lions Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Penn State enters their Week 1 matchup against SMU with an 11-2 record. They’ve been strong at home, going 6-1, and have a 4-1 record on the road. The Nittany Lions have been favored in 10 of their 13 games, and they’ve gone 10-0 as the favorite this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their average scoring margin is +17.2 points per game, and they are 6-6 against the spread. At home, they are 3-4 ATS, and they’ve gone 3-2 on the road. As the favorite, Penn State is 6-4 ATS this season.</p> <p></p><p>Penn State’s over/under record is 5-7, with their games averaging 50 points. This week’s line is set at 53.5 points, higher than 12 of their games this season. Their average over/under line has been 49.8 points, and they’ve exceeded the total by an average of 0.2 points per game.</p><p>Penn State’s offense is averaging 33.6 points per game, ranking 22nd in scoring heading into week 11. However, they are 4th in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing attack is their strength, averaging 203.6 yards per game on 37.5 attempts.</p> <p></p><p>Nicholas Singleton leads the ground game with 838 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored seven touchdowns. Quarterback Drew Allar has thrown for 2,894 yards with 21 touchdowns and seven interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 109.</p><p>Despite a tough outing against Oregon, where they allowed 45 points and 469 total yards, Penn State's defense has been strong this season, ranking 10th nationally by allowing just 16.4 points per game. They gave up 283 passing yards and four touchdowns in the game, while Oregon also rushed for 186 yards on 41 carries.</p> <p></p><p>Overall, Penn State's defense has allowed just 106.2 rushing yards per game (18th) and 178.5 passing yards per game (25th). Opposing quarterbacks have a 58.2% completion rate and a 77.3 passer rating against Penn State’s defense.</p>

SMU Mustangs vs Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff First Round Game

<p>The Cardinals and Tigers are set to face off at 9:00 ET on SECN. The Tigers will host the game at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and the Tigers are favored to win at home against the Cardinals.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +14</p><p>This game will be played at Pete Maravich Assembly Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Even though we have LSU winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Lamar Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>As they approach their 12th game of the season, Lamar's current record is 5-6. In away games, the Cardinals have yet to win a game, going 0-5. However, they have a perfect 3-0 record when playing at home. As of now, Lamar holds a 5-3 ATS record going into today's game. When playing away from home, Lamar has gone 3-2 vs. the spread this season and 7-3 in their previous ten road games.</p><p>So far, Lamar's games have averaged 158.4 points per game with the average over/under line being 148.6 points. Over the course of the last five games, the Cardinals' games have averaged 164 points per game, along with an over/under record of 5-0.</p><p>In their latest game, Lamar offense put up 70 points against Sam Houston State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 38.5% and made 5 threes. Leading Lamar in scoring vs. Sam Houston State was Adam Hamilton with his 13 points. Ja'Sean Jackson also added 10 points for the Cardinals.</p><p>Currently, the Cardinals' defense holds the 247th rank in the nation, allowing 77.3 points per game. Against Sam Houston State in their most recent game, the Lamar defense gave up a total of 90 points while allowing Sam Houston State to hit 52% of their shots.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Heading into their 12th game of the year, LSU has a 6-5 record for the season. When playing away, the Tigers have gone 1-2, while they are 4-2 at home. Heading into their game against Lamar, LSU holds an ATS record of 3-6. Over their last five games, the team has gone 0-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>LSU comes in with an over/under record of 5-4-0 through 11 games, with their games averaging a combined 147.3 points per game so far. When looking at the Tigers' last three games, their over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 148 points per game.</p><p>LSU's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 85 points vs. Texas. Overall, they hit 46% of their shots from the field and went 16/23 from the free-throw line. Jordan Wright led the scoring for the Tigers, contributing 33 points. Additionally, Jalen Cook chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>Currently, the Tigers' defense holds the 104th rank in the nation, allowing 68.0 points per game. In their previous game vs. Texas, the Longhorns finished with a field goal percentage of 54% and a total of 96 points vs. LSU.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs LSU Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/23

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

UT Arlington Mavericks vs Liberty Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Skyhawks versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena in Morehead, KY. This Ohio Valley conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Morehead State is favored to win by -5.5 at home vs. UT Martin.</p><h3>UT MARTIN SKYHAWKS VS MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Morehead State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</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 the Skyhawks Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>UT Martin Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UT Martin fell to 1-7 this season after a 103-93 road loss to Alabama State on Wednesday. The Skyhawks entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 196, well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 48-30 at halftime, UT Martin made a push in the 2nd half, scoring 58 points while holding Alabama State to 40, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>UT Martin put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and connected on 12 of 33 threes, shooting 36.4% from deep. At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 30 attempts, good for 70%.</p> <p>Micah Simpson led the way from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 10 threes at 60%, while Tyler Mack knocked down 5 of 7, shooting 71.4% from deep. Tarence Guinyard scored a team-high 31 points, and CJ Hines contributed 17 points and 11 assists. The Skyhawks also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite UT Martin's defensive efforts, they gave up 103 points on 50% shooting from the field, as their opponents hit 36 of 72 attempts. Inside the arc, UT Martin allowed 52% shooting, with the opposing team making 19 of 36 two-point shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Martin's defense struggled, giving up 17 threes on 36 attempts, a 47% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 63%. UT Martin allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Eagles Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Morehead State dropped to 2-6 on the season after an 88-76 road loss to Ohio on Saturday. The Eagles, who were +13.5 underdogs, managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 39-33 at halftime, Morehead State scored 43 points in the 2nd half but allowed 49. The game’s total points of 164 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Morehead State put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 41% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. They connected on 43.5% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 23 from deep, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 39.5% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Jackson Paveletzke led the Eagles with 23 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% from the field, though he was just 1 of 5 from three. Elmore James and Tyler Brelsford each added 16 points, with both players hitting 2 of 4 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Morehead State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 66% of their two-point attempts, with 26 makes on 39 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's opponents shot 30%, connecting on 7 of 23 three-point attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws, an 83% clip.</p>

UT Martin Skyhawks vs Morehead State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<p>Already leading the series 1-0, the Rays (69-46, 38-19 home) are sending Jalen Beeks to the mound to take on the Cardinals (49-65, 24-32 away) and Dakota Hudson. See who I like to come out on top in this interleague matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and Tampa Bay Rays in St. Petersburg.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Rays -159</p><p>This game will be played at Tropicana Field at 6:40 ET on Wednesday, August 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY RAYS:</h3><ul><li>In their previous five games, the Rays have a record of 3-2.</li><li>The Rays are currently up 1-0 in their series vs. the Cardinals.</li><li>Opponents are hitting just .228 against Jalen Beeks in his last four starts.</li></ul><h3>ST. LOUIS CARDINALS SEEK TO IMPROVE THEIR ROAD RECORD</h3><p>On a record of 49-65, the Cardinals are 5th in the NL Central. At home, they have put together a win percent of 43.1% compared to 42.9% on the road. This season, St. Louis has gone 30-42 against teams who are above .500, and hold an overall series record of 13-19-4.</p><p><p>Dakota Hudson has yet to suffer a defeat in eight outings, boasting a 2-0 record. His ERA stands at 4.10 and opponents have slugged .379 against him. Hudson has racked up 20 strikeouts, giving him a K/9 of 6.84, while also allowing 10 walks for an OBP allowed of .325.</p></p><p>Dakota Hudson earned a quality start and victory in his last game against the Twins, as the Cardinals emerged victorious 7-3. The right-hander held Minnesota to two hits and three runs over seven innings.</p><p>During their last ten games, St. Louis is the 14th ranked offense in terms of batting average. In these games, they have hit a combined .245 and are averaging 3 runs per game. Across the entire season, the Cardinals are hitting .257 with an OBP of .330 while averaging 4.6 runs per contest. This figure puts them 11th in the league.</p><p>Nolan Arenado has been a major contributor to the Cardinals' offensive success this season, leading the team with 24 home runs in their last five games. His batting average stands at an impressive .282, making him a key part of the team's lineup.</p><h3>WILL THE TAMPA BAY RAYS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Winners of two straight games, the Rays are in 2nd place in the AL East. So far, they have a series win percentage of 65% (20-11-5). Tampa Bay has gone 31-27 on the road this season compared to 38-19 at home.</p><p><p>Jalen Beeks is making his 28th appearance of the 2023 season with a 2-3 record. His ERA currently stands at 6.27, and opponents are batting .245 against him. On the road, Beeks has yet to find success, going 0-3 with an ERA of 14.31; however, he has been more successful at home, where he is 2-0 with a 5.91 ERA. For the season, teams have a slugging percentage of .381 when facing Beeks.</p></p><p>Jalen Beeks had a rough outing in his latest start, lasting only two innings and surrendering one run as the Rays were defeated 3-1 by the Phillies.</p><p>Across their last five games, the Rays' offense is 4th in batting average, leading to an average of 5.2 runs per contest in that span. Overall, they are the 4th ranked scoring offense and posted a season-long OPS of .773 on 167 (4th). On average, they have struckout 8 times per game compard to 3.2 walks.</p><p>Isaac Paredes has been a major contributor to the Rays' offensive success this season, leading the team in home runs with 22 and RBIs with 67. His slugging percentage is currently at .508 for the year.</p>

St. Louis Cardinals vs Tampa Bay Rays Betting Pick & Prediction 8/9/23

<p>At 8:30 ET, the 9-18 Portland Trail Blazers will be in San Antonio to take on the 14-13 Spurs. The Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 11th. San Antonio is favored by 6.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The game can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-153 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Lock in a Win at San Antonio?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 9-18 on the season with a 126-124 win over the Nuggets on Thursday. Portland, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 250, exceeding the over/under line of 234.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Portland turned things around after a 10-0 run by Denver, which extended the score from 66-59 to 76-59. The Blazers responded by outscoring the Nuggets 38-21 in the 3rd quarter, taking a 104-87 lead into the 4th. Denver made a push in the final quarter, outscoring Portland 37-22, but the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, shooting 55% from the field and hitting 4 threes in the Trail Blazers' win over the Nuggets. Shaedon Sharpe added 27 points, including 12 in the 4th quarter, while Deni Avdija contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Portland connected on 16 threes as a team, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc and 46.4% overall. Jerami Grant scored 10 of his 13 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough defensive outing, the Trail Blazers managed to secure a win over the Nuggets, even after allowing 124 points. Portland gave up 35 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Denver to 21 points.</p> <p>Portland's defense allowed the Nuggets to shoot 54% from the field and 44% from three, with Denver hitting 15 threes. The Blazers sent the Nuggets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. Portland finished with 30 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Antonio moved to 14-13 on the season with a 133-126 win over the Hawks on Thursday. The Spurs were favored by one point and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 259 points went well over the 233.5-point line.</p> <p>After a 13-0 run by the Hawks, the Spurs responded by outscoring Atlanta 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. San Antonio entered the 4th quarter with a 90-87 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 42-point performance, including 7 threes at 46.7%, led the Spurs to a win over the Hawks. Devin Vassell added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%, while Jeremy Sochan contributed 20 points. San Antonio connected on 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep and 48.5% overall.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, with 8 more in OT. Chris Paul also came up big in the 4th, scoring 7 of his 12 points, and added 3 more in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they allowed 126 points on 47% shooting from the Hawks.</p> <p>San Antonio had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Spurs sent the Hawks to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Spurs finished with 15 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nba" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NBA</h2>
If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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Los Angeles Clippers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Terrapins and Orange face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN. The Orange are hosting the game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Maryland is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference contest against Syracuse. The game's over/under currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS SYRACUSE ORANGE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Barclays Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-68 in favor of the Orange.</li><li>Not only will Syracuse pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 111-57 win over Saint Francis U on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Terrapins were -33.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 146.5.</p> <p>Maryland led 55-29 at halftime and continued their strong play in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 56-28.</p><p>Maryland's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 111 points while shooting 61.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 73.5%, thanks to hitting 57.7% of their threes (15/26) and 64.3% of their twos (27/42).</p> <p>Selton Miguel led the way with 24 points, shooting 76.9% overall and 66.7% from deep. Juan Cranford Jr. added 21 points, hitting 72.7% of his shots. The Terps dished out 25 assists, with Ja'Kobi Gillespie contributing 6 dimes to go along with his 11 points.</p><p>Despite Maryland's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 57 points. The Terrapins allowed 42 made field goals on 68 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from the field.</p> <p>Maryland's defense also gave up 15 three-pointers on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 57% from beyond the arc. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Orange Win at Home?</h3><p>Syracuse fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-71 home loss to Georgetown on Saturday. The Orange were +1 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 146, just under the O/U line of 152.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Syracuse was outscored 38-34 in the second half. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find ways to close out games as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Syracuse put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.3%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 attempts (25%), but connected on 50% of their two-point shots (19/38). At the free-throw line, they made 21 of 29 attempts, good for 72.4%.</p> <p>Jayden Epps led the way with 27 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Eddie Lampkin added 18 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots, while Thomas Sorber contributed 16 points despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts. Syracuse recorded 10 offensive rebounds and 12 assists in the game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Syracuse held their opponent to 4 threes on 16 attempts, a 25% success rate. The Orange also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they hit 21 free throws, a 72% shooting performance.</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Syracuse Orange NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Dukes and Jaguars game? Catch the action at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL, as the Jaguars hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. In this Sun Belt matchup, James Madison is favored bt -1.5 vs. South Alabama. The over/under for the game is 136.5 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dukes Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 5-5 on the season after a 75-58 loss to Wake Forest on Tuesday. James Madison entered the game as +8 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 133, just under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> <p>James Madison led 32-31 at halftime, but they struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 26 points while allowing 44.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 8 of 24 three-point attempts, shooting 33.3% from deep, and hit 6 of 9 free throws for a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis was a standout, scoring 27 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field and 40.0% from three. Cameron Hildreth added 18 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots and 66.7% from beyond the arc.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Dukes allowed the opposing team to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 36 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 24 three-point attempts. The Dukes also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>South Alabama's season record dropped to 6-4 after a 58-49 road loss to TCU on Monday. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, the Jaguars kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 30-28 at halftime, South Alabama managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28. The game’s total points of 107 fell well short of the 136.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points while shooting 33.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.2%, and they hit only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-26 from deep.</p> <p>Barry Dunning Jr. led the way with 17 points, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Vasean Allette added 14 points, despite hitting just 1 of 5 from three, and Trazarien White contributed 13 points, shooting 2-for-9 from long range.</p><p>South Alabama's defense held their opponent to just 58 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (21/55). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, giving up a 55% shooting rate inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaguars limited their opponent to 5/26 shooting, or 19%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 64%. South Alabama gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
<h2 id="h-best-college-basketball-sportsbooks" class="wp-block-heading">BEST COLLEGE BASKETBALL SPORTSBOOKS</h2>
Before you even start to look for college basketball betting odds, you have to know where to go. There are some terrific college basketball sportsbooks out there, and those are who you should trust when doing your betting.

Here are some of the best college basketball sportsbooks that you should be using.

Best College Basketball Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Kansas City Roos NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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Connecticut Huskies vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Week 10 of the NFL is starting with this divisional rivalry game in Charlotte on Thursday, November 10, and here you can check out the best Falcons vs. Panthers betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>Carolina is hoping to avoid the third straight defeat when they welcome Atlanta at Bank of America Stadium. The Falcons are 3-point favorites on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>, while the total is set at 43.5 points. These NFC South foes have met once this season, and the Falcons won 37-34 in overtime in Atlanta.</p>



<p><strong>Falcons fell short to the Chargers despite a bright start</strong></p>



<p>The Atlanta Falcons (4-5-0, 6-3-0 ATS) are in a hot and cold form lately, and they dropped to below .500 after losing to the Los Angeles Chargers at home. Atlanta opened the game with a 10-0 lead but scored just one touchdown in the remaining three quarters. The Chargers scored a game-winning field goal as time expired to snatch a 20-17 victory.</p>



<p>Marcus Mariota completed 12 of 23 passes for 129 yards. The pass offense didn’t work for the Falcons in this one, but their run offense was exceptional. Atlanta collected 201 yards and recorded two touchdowns on 35 rush attempts. Tyler Allgeier did have a career-high 99 yards on ten carries, but Cordarrelle Patterson scored both rushing touchdowns. Defensively, Rashaan Evans and Richie Grant combined for 23 tackles.</p>



<p>C Matt Hennessy (knee) and CB A.J. Terrell (hamstring) are questionable to play on Thursday against Carolina.</p>



<p><strong>Panthers were destroyed by the Bengals</strong></p>



<p>The Carolina Panthers (2-7-0, 3-6-0 ATS) failed to bounce back from a tight overtime loss to the Atlanta Falcons and suffered a heavy 42-21 road defeat to the Cincinnati Bengals. The 42 points allowed is a season-high for the Panthers, and the result actually wasn’t bad considering Cincy had a 35-0 lead at halftime. The Bengals dominated in every segment, including total yards (464-228), first downs (30-13), and possession (39:21-20:39), while Carolina committed three turnovers and forced none on the other end.</p>



<p>Baker Mayfield completed 14 of 20 passes for 155 yards and two touchdowns. Terrace Marshall Jr, who led the Panthers in receiving yards with 53 on three catches, got one of those two TD passes from Mayfield, while Tommy Tremble received the other one. Raheem Blackshear found the end zone on the ground, but Carolina’s run offense was a non-factor because they trailed early on and the visitors abandoned running. On defense, Shaq Thompson was solid with a game-high ten tackles.</p>



<p>WR Andre Roberts (knee) and QB Sam Darnold (ankle) are out indefinitely. S Juston Burris (concussion), WR Rashard Higgins (illness), and RB Chuba Hubbard (ankle) are questionable to take on Atlanta on Thursday.</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Atlanta:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-1 ATS in the last six vs. NFC rivals</li><li>6-2 ATS in the last eight games after accumulating more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game</li><li>13-6 in the last 19 ATS vs. a team with a losing record</li></ul>



<p><strong>Carolina:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-9 ATS in the last 11 games following an ATS loss</li><li>5-18 ATS in the last 23 games overall</li><li>3-9 ATS in the last 12 vs. NFC opponents</li></ul>



<p><strong>Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers Pick&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Both defenses belong to the worst seven in the NFL, but Atlanta’s offense is way better, which is why I am backing the Falcons to get a win here. With Cordarrelle Patterson now back from an injury, the Falcons are more dangerous on the ground. The Falcons have the 4th best run offense that averages 162.9 yards per game, while Carolina’s run defense is the 5th worst in the league and it is allowing 139.3 yards per contest. I am backing Patterson, Allgeier, and Mariota to have a strong outing against this Carolina D.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Falcons at +2.5 (-133)</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>The Panthers are scoring below 20.0 points per game, but the Falcons are allowing 25.0 ppg, so the hosts will definitely have a chance to score 20+ points here. The problem is, the Panthers are among the worst teams when it comes to pass offense, and the Falcons have the weakest pass defense, which means Carolina doesn’t have an advantage. Still, given these rivals combined for 71 points a couple of weeks ago, I expect to see at least 43 points. Over is 4-1 in the Falcons’ last five vs. NFC South rivals, while Over is 4-0 in the Panthers' previous four home games vs. a team with a losing road record.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go Over 42.5 points (-133)</p>

Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers Odds, Pick, Prediction 11/10/22

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-163) will host the Orlando Magic (+135) in a Southeast Division matchup. The Heat are currently favored by 3.5 points and will be looking to improve upon their 21-16 record. Meanwhile, the Magic are 21-16 as well and sit in 8th place in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the Kaseya Center in Miami and can be seen on BSSU. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 219 points.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-107 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Jimmy Butler finishing with Jimmy Butler points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Magic Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Orlando is 21-16 overall this season and is 8th in the Eastern Conference. In non-conference games, they are 6-7 compared to 15-9 against other teams in the East.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Orlando has gone 11-14 straight up and 16-9 ATS. On the road, they are 8-11 straight up and 12-7 ATS. Today, they are 3.5-point underdogs and have an O/U record of 18-19 this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Magic lost to the Timberwolves by a score of 113-92. The over/under line for the game was 217, and the teams combined for just 205 points. Orlando was also an underdog in this game, going in as 5-point underdogs.</p>

<p>This season, 30 of Orlando's 37 games have had higher over/under lines than 219. The under has hit in each of their last two games. For the season, their games have averaged 225.3 points per game.</p><p>This season, the Magic are 12th in pace at 99.8 possessions per game. They are 20th in scoring at 113.3 points per game and have been held below the NBA average in 56.8% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, Orlando is 18th in field goal percentage at 46%. They have been successful at getting to the free-throw line, ranking 2nd in attempts at 26.7 per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 27th in both attempts and percentage.</p>

<p>So far, the Magic have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 115.7 points compared to 111.1 on the road. Overall, they are 11th in offensive rebounds but just 26th in assists.</p><p>At present, the Magic's defense is ranked 9th, allowing 112.0 points per game. Opponents are hitting 54.8% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they're also connecting on 35.8% of their three-point attempts.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Miami?</h3><p>Miami is 21-16 overall and is in 7th place in the Eastern Conference. In non-conference games, they are 6-6 compared to 15-10 vs. other Eastern Conference teams.</p>

<p>At home, the Heat are 10-7 straight up and 6-11 vs. the spread. As the favorite, they have a record of 15-5 but are just 9-10 ATS. Their average scoring differential at home is +0.2 PPG.</p>

<p>For the season, Miami has been the favorite in all but 17 of their games. As the favorite, they have a scoring differential of +2.9 PPG. Against the spread, they are 8-9 as the underdog and have lost two straight ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>In their last game, Miami lost to the Thunder by a score of 128-120. They were 4.5-point underdogs going into the game, resulting in an 8-point ATS loss. The game's total of 248 points was higher than the O/U line of 233.5.</p>

<p>The average over/under line in Miami's games this season is 222.7, higher than today's line of 219. The over has hit in two straight games for the Heat, bringing their O/U record to 18-19 for the season.</p><p>At home this season, the Heat are averaging 117.1 points per game, which is 12th in the NBA. Overall, they are 23rd in scoring at 112.9 points per game. In terms of pace, Miami is 28th in the league at 96.9 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Heat are 3rd in the NBA at 38% from beyond the arc. For the season, they are making an average of 12.9 threes per game (14th).</p>

<p>So far, Miami has outscored the NBA scoring average in 43.2% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, the Heat are 19th in the league at 46%. In terms of assists, they are 14th at 26.2 per game.</p><p>The Heat's defense is presently ranked 10th in the league, allowing an average of 112.1 points per contest. Miami's defense is currently forcing 12.4 turnovers per game, which is 8th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 30th in blocked shots, with an average of 3.3 rejections per game.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/24

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:40 PM ET, the Marlins and Twins will square off in an interleague matchup. This one is taking place at Target Field in Minneapolis, and the Marlins are 57-99 compared to the Twins at 81-75. Miami is starting Ryan Weathers, while Bailey Ober is on the mound for the Twins.</p>

<p>Minnesota comes into this one as the heavy favorite, with money line odds of -243, while the Marlins are sitting at +203. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs, and this game will be televised on BSFL. Miami is 5th in the NL East, while the Twins are 4th in the AL Central.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 7:40 ET on Tuesday, September 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS TWINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Twins winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>The Marlins will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Braves with a 5-4 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 8th inning before the Braves scored two runs in the top of the 8th. Miami was the +166 underdog at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Darren McCaughan got the start for the Marlins, going four innings and giving up just one earned run while striking out five. However, the Marlins couldn't close things out, and Declan Cronin took the loss out of the bullpen. The Marlins also wasted a big game from Jake Burger, who homered in the 2nd inning, going 2/4.</p><p>Miami is 57-99 overall and trail the Phillies by 35.5 games in the NL East. The Marlins have gone just 18-34 against other teams in the division. They are on a two-game losing streak, dropping two of three in their series vs. the Braves.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are just 30-51 this year and are 27-48 on the road. As the underdog, Miami is 53-85 this year, and they are just 4-14 when favored. Looking at their overall series record, the Marlins are 11-30-9 and have dropped four straight series.</p><p>When the Marlins are the underdog, they have been a solid bet against the run line, going 71-67. They have been outscored by an average of 1.4 runs per game this season, and their run line record is 73-83. They have been outscored by an average of 1.0 runs per game on the road, but their run line record is 38-37. Miami has been a poor bet against the run line when favored, going just 2-16.</p><p>The Miami Marlins are on the road to face the Minnesota Twins today. The O/U line for the game is set at 8 runs. The combined run average for Marlins games this season is 9.1 runs. The Marlins have an over/under record of 82-68 this season, and their games have averaged an over/under line of 8 runs. When the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 18-12-2. Overall, 55.1% of their games have had O/U lines set at 8 runs or higher, while 24.4% have had lines set lower than 8 runs.</p><p>Miami is sending left-hander Ryan Weathers to the mound today vs. the Twins. He has made 14 starts this year and has a record of 3-6 with a 3.94 ERA. Weathers' WHIP for the season is currently 1.18. In his 14 starts, he has turned in six quality starts and is averaging 8.6 strikeouts per nine innings. Weathers most recently faced the Dodgers, where he took the loss, giving up five earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work. Before that outing, he had not allowed more than two earned runs in three straight starts.</p><p>Over his last eight games, Jake Burger has gone 8/29 with three homers and eight RBIs. For the season, he is batting .248 with a team-high 28 homers and 69 RBIs. Jesús Sánchez is also a big power threat for the Marlins, as he has 18 homers and is batting .247. Sánchez is also 2nd on the team with 63 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Marlins are 28th in scoring at just 3.8 runs per game. They have been a little better at home, averaging 4.2 runs per contest. Overall, they are batting .241, which is 14th in the league, but their on-base percentage of .297 is one of the worst marks in the league.</p><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>The Twins will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Red Sox with a 9-3 loss. Minnesota was actually the slight favorite on the money line going into the game but fell behind big early, as the Red Sox scored six times in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Zebby Matthews got the start for the Twins and took the loss. He only lasted 4 2/3 innings, giving up six earned runs. Offensively, the Twins scored their only three runs in the3rd inning. Trevor Larnach and Christian Vazquez each had two hits. Larnach also scored a run and drove in one.</p><p>Minnesota comes into today's game vs. the Marlins with an overall record of 81-75, which has them 4th in the AL Central. Currently, they trail the Guardians by 8.5 games in the AL Central standings. The Twins lost two straight games to the Red Sox and are just 3-7 over their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Twins are 42-33 this season and 39-42 on the road. As the favorite, the Twins are 64-45 this year and 17-30 as the underdog. Minnesota's overall series record is 26-20-4, and they have dropped three straight series.</p><p>When betting the run line on the Twins this season, you should consider that they have been a better bet on the road than at home, going 40-41 compared to 32-43. They have also been a better bet as the underdog than the favorite, going 25-22 compared to 47-62. The average run margin in their games this season is just 0.1 runs per game.</p><p>The Twins are at home today against the Marlins, and the over/under line is set at 8 runs. Minnesota's games have averaged 9.1 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 79-71. When the line is set at 8 runs, their record is 14-21-5. The over has hit in two straight games for the Twins.</p><p>Right-hander Bailey Ober gets the start for the Twins today as he faces the Marlins at home. He has made 29 starts this season and has a record of 12-7 with an ERA of 3.84. Opposing batters are hitting .200 off Ober this season, and he has a WHIP of .97. Ober's last outing came on September 18th, where he finished with a no-decision after giving up two earned runs in seven innings of work. Before that, he had gone three straight outings without giving up a homer. This season, he has allowed 25 homers.</p>
<p>Carlos Santana has been a key power bat for the Twins this season, leading the team with 22 home runs and 65 RBIs. However, he has struggled at the plate of late, hitting just .182 over his last eight games. Willi Castro has also been a solid run producer, batting .249 with 59 RBIs, which is 3rd in the league.</p>

<p>As a team, the Twins are averaging 4.6 runs per game and are 10th in the league in terms of team batting average. They have been a good home run hitting club this season and are near the top of the league in terms of slugging percentage and OPS. Currently, both Byron Buxton and Matt Wallner are on three-game hitting streaks.</p>

Miami Marlins vs Minnesota Twins Betting Pick & Prediction 9/24/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Black Bears and Golden Gophers game? Catch the action at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, MN, as the Golden Gophers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Golden Gophers as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 136.5 points.</p><h3>MAINE BLACK BEARS VS MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maine Black Bears +14</p><p>This game will be played at Williams Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MAINE BLACK BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-70 in favor of the Golden Gophers.</li><li>Even though we have Minnesota winning straight-up, we like Maine at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Maine Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>So far this season, Maine has played 14 games and have a record of 8-6. In their road games, the Black Bears are 5-5, while they are 0-1 at home. Maine has a sub-.500 record vs. the spread, sitting at 5-6 overall. However, in their last five games, the team is 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Maine comes in with an over/under record of 5-6-0 through 14 games, with their games averaging a combined 134.5 points per game so far. In the Black Bears' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 130 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 2-3.</p><p>In their previous game, the Black Bears' offense finished with 74 points, which is right in line with their current average of 69.3 points per contest. The top scorer for the Black Bears was Peter Filipovity with 16 points, while A.J Lopez also chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Maine defense is giving up an average of 63.0 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 4.9 threes per game vs. Minnesota. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 27.6%.</p><h3>Can the Golden Gophers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Minnesota, who have played 12 games so far, will face Maine with a record of 9-3. When playing away, the Golden Gophers are 0-2 this season, while they are 5-1 when playing at home. As of now, Minnesota's against the spread (ATS) record is 5-2-1 heading into today's game. In their previous five games, the team has a perfect 5-0 ATS record.</p><p>In 12 games, Minnesota comes in with an over/under mark of 4-4-0, with their games averaging 147.8 points per game. When analyzing the Golden Gophers' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 147 points per game and an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Minnesota offense ended with 74 points against Ohio State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 48.3% and made 4 threes. The Minnesota offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 23.2 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 35% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>At present, the Golden Gophers' defense is nationally ranked 57th, allowing 65.1 points per game. In their previous game vs. Ohio State, the Buckeyes finished with a field goal percentage of 50% and a total of 84 points vs. Minnesota.</p>

Maine Black Bears vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/23

<p>Betting on today's Tar Heels and Cavaliers game? Catch the action at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA, as the Cavaliers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on ESPN. North Carolina is favored by -3 in this Atlantic Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 130 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Cavaliers +3</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-68 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Not only will Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Does North Carolina Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina is favored by 3 points today against Virginia. So far this season, the Tar Heels have been favored in 24 of their 26 games, going 19-5 in those contests.</p>

<p>On the road, North Carolina is 7-4 this season, and they have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games away from home.</p><p>North Carolina has a 15-11 record against the spread this season and are 6-5 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 3 road games, the Tar Heels are 0-3 vs. the spread and have gone 2-3 vs. the spread in their last 5 road contests.</p><p>North Carolina's over/under record this season is 14-12, and today's over/under line of 130 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (154). So far, 22 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 162 points.</p><p>Coming off a good offensive performance, North Carolina's offense scored 96 points against Virginia Tech. Their field goal percentage for the game was 51.5%, and they went 19/23 from the free-throw line. The team's top scorer is RJ Davis, who enters today's matchup with an average of 21.3, while Armando Bacot also carries a PPG average of 14.6 into the game.</p><p>On defense, North Carolina is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 71.4 points per game. In today's game vs. Virginia, the North Carolina defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, North Carolina made 19 free-throws vs. the Tar Heels.</p><h3>Will the Cavaliers Win at Home?</h3><p>Virginia will be looking to bounce back from a 75-41 loss to Virginia Tech. The Cavaliers are 20-7 overall, including an 11-5 record in Atlantic Coast Conference play. They are 16-1 at home this season, and their average scoring margin at home is +15.1 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Virginia is 2-4 this season. Overall, the Cavaliers have been the underdog in six games. They have been favored in 21 games and have gone 18-3 in those contests.</p><p>As the underdog, Virginia has gone just 2-4 vs. the spread this season. At home, their ATS record is 10-6-1, but they have gone just 5-4-1 in their last 10 games as the home team.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 130 is higher than the average over/under line in Virginia's games this season (126.9). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 116 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Virginia offense put up just 41 points vs. the Virginia Tech Hokies. Overall, they are now averaging 64.1 points per game which is 449th in the country. Offensively, the Cavaliers have a season long field goal percentage of 44%, which is 232nd in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 127th in percentage and 285th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Virginia's defense has been playing well, ranking 3rd nationally, with 58.6 points allowed per game. The Virginia defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 75 points and allowed Virginia Tech to connect on 8 threes.</p>

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