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Utah Hockey Club vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

New York Rangers vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

St. Louis Blues vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

Colorado Avalanche vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

Vancouver Canucks vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

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Georgia Southern Eagles vs Texas State Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Old Dominion Monarchs vs Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Marshall Thundering Herd vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Queens (NC) Royals vs Ole Miss Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

Auburn Tigers vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

Rafael Devers and the struggling Boston Red Sox will do battle against their divisional rival Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. New England Sports Network will broadcast the matchup. The game is slated to get underway at 1:10 p.m. ET.
<h2>Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays Odds</h2>
Boston (+160) is coming into this one as the underdog to Tampa Bay (-170) and Vegas has set the Over/Under for this afternoon game at 8.5 runs. The odds for playing the game's total sit at +100 for the over and -120 for the under. This game currently has a runline of Red Sox +1.5 (-135) and Rays -1.5 (+115).

The Rays are 92-63 straight up (SU) and 79-75 against the spread (ATS). The team hasn't moved the needle much for gamblers, gaining 0.2 units for bettors taking the moneyline while earning 6.3 units ATS. Tampa Bay has a 3-4 ATS mark over its last seven games and the over has hit in five of those seven. The Red Sox, on the other hand, are 80-74 SU and have gone 63-90 against the spread. They've lost 26.3 units for gamblers taking the moneyline and 35.7 units ATS. Boston has covered the spread four times in its last seven games and the over has hit in five of those seven.

Tampa Bay games have an over/under record of 75-71-8 in 2019. Boston has been a solid over bet with a total record of 85-65-3.

Right-hander Nathan Eovaldi is projected to start for the visiting Red Sox. Eovaldi is 1-0 with a 6.19 ERA and 61 strikeouts. He's 0-0 with five strikeouts and a 16.20 ERA against Tampa Bay this year.

The Rays are putting the ball in the hands of lefty Ryan Yarbrough (11-4, 3.78 ERA), who has 112 punchouts and 17 walks as well as a WHIP of 0.94. Yarbrough is 2-0 with 16 strikeouts and a 4.80 ERA in one start against Boston this year.

As a unit, Tampa Bay’s pitchers have allowed 4.1 runs per game overall in 2019. The team's starters have a 3.60 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 10.3 strikeouts per nine innings. The bullpen has a 3.75 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 9.5 K/9. In 69 games against AL East foes, Rays starters have an ERA of 3.44 and the bullpen's ERA is 4.37.

Tampa Bay’s offense is putting up 4.8 runs per outing, including 4.7 per game against divisional foes and 5.4 per game over its last five. The team's hit .231/.299/.371 over its last five contests and is 3-2 SU during that stretch.

The Rays' batters have been led by Tommy Pham and Austin Meadows. Pham is slashing .276/.373/.453 with 20 home runs, 66 RBIs, 75 runs and 23 stolen bases, and Meadows has put up a line of .288/.360/.562 with 32 homers, 88 RBIs and 80 runs.

For the visitors, Boston’s pitchers have allowed 5.1 runs per game and its starters own a 4.87 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 9.57 K/9. The bullpen has logged an ERA of 4.34, along with a K-per-9 of 10.56.

The Red Sox offense has slashed .268/.341/.467 on its way to 5.5 runs scored per game in 2019, including 5.4 runs per game against divisional foes and 4.4 per game over the team's last five contests (1-4 SU).

Third baseman Rafael Devers and shortstop Xander Bogaerts continue to lead Boston’s offense. Devers is slashing .307/.358/.553 with 31 home runs, 112 RBIs and 121 runs scored, while Bogaerts is slashing .305/.380/.553 with 32 homers, 110 RBIs and 105 runs scored.

The Red Sox have lost 15.2 units and are 17-32 ATS when facing a lefty starter this season. The over has cashed in 27 of those games, compared to 21 that've gone under in such games. On the other hand, the Rays have netted 5.9 units and are 49-49 ATS when facing a right-handed starting pitcher. The over's hit in 50 of those games, as opposed to 43 which went under the total.
<h3>Boston Red Sox at Tampa Bay Rays MLB Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/mlb-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Rays, ATS Winner – Red Sox, O/U – OVER
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Betting Trends

Boston has tallied 17 extra-base hits over its last five outings. Tampa Bay has 14 XBH over its last five.

The Red Sox have a team OPS of .808 this season and an OPS of .785 when facing left-handed pitchers. The Rays' OPS stands at .759 overall and .754 against southpaws.

The Red Sox have lost four of their last five games SU.

Boston fielders have committed five errors over the last five games, compared to two errors for Tampa Bay over its last five.

The Red Sox have hit 11 home runs in their last 10 games, including eight over their last five.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Hockey Club and Wild game? Catch the action at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN, as the Wild hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Wild are favored by -1.5 against the Hockey Club in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Wild will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Wild on the moneyline</li><li>The Wild should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Hockey Club Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 15-11-5 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals, including the game-winner in overtime.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over. Utah, as underdogs on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club put 19 shots on goal and scored three times in their recent 4-3 loss to Vegas. Logan Cooley netted his 2nd goal of the season, while Ian Cole followed with his 1st. Alexander Kerfoot added his 2nd goal of the year in the third period to tie the game at 3-3.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 2. Cooley also contributed with his 8th assist on Cole's goal. Utah struggled with giveaways, recording 13 in the game.</p><p>Defensively, Utah had a tough finish, allowing the game-winning goal just 2:15 into overtime. They also gave up three straight goals after leading 2-0. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, while the defense recorded 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-8-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his 3rd goal of the season, scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy added his 6th goal, securing the win with 2:14 into overtime. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to 3.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they allowed just 1 goal to the Maple Leafs. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a power play late in the 1st period.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Blackhawks and Ducks face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ducks are hosting the game at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. This Western conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Ducks are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 8:00 ET on Sunday, November 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Ducks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Ducks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Blackhawks Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Blackhawks improved to 4-7-1 with a 4-3 shootout win over the Kings. Chicago fell behind 2-0 before rallying to tie the game in the third period. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark. As underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks did not cover.</p> 

<p>Nick Foligno started the comeback with a goal at 16:34 in the third period. Chicago added two more goals in the third to force the game into a shootout, where they scored three times to secure the win.</p><p>After being shut out through two periods, Chicago's offense came alive in the third, scoring three times. Nick Foligno netted his fourth goal of the season, followed by Craig Smith, who also scored his fourth. Tyler Bertuzzi added his fourth goal with just 31 seconds left to tie the game 3-3.</p> <p>The Blackhawks took 21 shots on goal and recorded 12 giveaways. In the shootout, they scored three times to secure the win.</p><p>Defensively, the Blackhawks gave up the first two goals, one at 16:03 in the first period and another at 1:23 in the second. After tying the game at 2-2 in the third, they allowed another goal at 8:12. However, they held the Kings scoreless after that, eventually winning in a shootout. Petr Mrazek made 37 saves with a 92.5% save percentage, and the defense added 3 takeaways and 25 hits.</p><h3>Does Anaheim Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 4-4-2 after a 2-1 loss to the Penguins. Anaheim led 1-0 after the first period, but Pittsburgh tied it in the third and won it in overtime. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark. As the underdog on the puck line, the Ducks failed to cover.</p>

<p>Alex Killorn scored the lone goal for Anaheim at 15:50 in the first period. The Ducks kept the Penguins scoreless until 1:47 into the third period, when Sidney Crosby tied it up. Crosby then scored the game-winner at 2:35 in overtime.</p><p>In their recent game against the Penguins, the Ducks managed just one goal, with Alex Killorn scoring 4:10 into the first period. Killorn took two shots on goal, while Trevor Zegras picked up his second assist of the season and Cutter Gauthier added his fourth.</p> <p>Anaheim took 23 shots on goal but failed to score on the power play. The Ducks had 23 giveaways in the game.</p><p>On the defensive side, Anaheim's Lukas Dostal made 43 saves, posting a 95.6% save percentage. The Ducks' defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 27 hits. However, they couldn't hold off the Penguins late, giving up a game-tying goal 1:47 into the 3rd period and the game-winner 2:35 into overtime.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/3/24

<p>At 4:30 ET, the 13-11 Milwaukee Bucks will host the 14-12 Atlanta Hawks at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The Bucks are currently favored by 3.5 points and have won two straight games. The over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup can be seen on TNT. The Hawks are 7th in the East and 3rd in the Southeast Division. On the other side, the Bucks are 6th in the East and 2nd in the Central Division.</p><h3>ATLANTA HAWKS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 4:30 ET on Saturday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-137 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Atlanta Pull Off A Win at T-Mobile Arena?</h3><p>The Hawks improved to 14-12 this season with a 108-100 win over the Knicks on Wednesday. Atlanta, who were +7.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total points of 208 fell well short of the 237.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Atlanta’s key moment came with an 11-0 run, stretching the score from 66-65 to 77-65. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Knicks 34-18, and held on in the 4th despite being outscored 28-27.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter's 24 points and 4 threes at 80% shooting led the Hawks to a win over the Knicks, despite the team hitting just 9 threes at 29% and shooting 41.3% overall. Trae Young added 22 points and 11 assists, though he shot just 36.4% from the field and 25% from deep.</p> <p>Jalen Johnson contributed 21 points and 15 rebounds, scoring 9 points in the 3rd quarter. Young also had a big 3rd quarter with 12 points, while Onyeka Okongwu scored 8 of his 12 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Hawks put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Knicks to 100 points on Wednesday. Atlanta's best quarter came in the 3rd, where they allowed just 18 points. Overall, the Hawks limited New York to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Atlanta did a great job defending the three-point line, with the Knicks making just 11 threes on 26% shooting. The Hawks also sent New York to the free-throw line only 15 times. Defensively, they recorded 5 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can The Bucks Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 13-11 on the season with a 114-109 win over the Magic on Tuesday. Milwaukee was favored by 7.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, winning by five. The total points for the game reached 223, surpassing the over/under line of 215.</p> <p>Milwaukee turned the game around with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 71-70 to 82-70. They outscored Orlando 35-26 in the 2nd quarter and 20-13 in the 3rd, but the Magic fought back in the 4th, outscoring the Bucks 37-34.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 37 points on 62.5% shooting in their win over the Magic, while Damian Lillard added 28 points, including 15 in the 4th quarter. Bobby Portis contributed 22 points, hitting 81.8% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Bucks shot 54.5% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 11 threes at a 36.7% rate.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in the 1st quarter, the Bucks tightened up defensively in the 3rd, allowing just 13 points, which helped them secure the win. Overall, they held the Magic to 109 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>Milwaukee did an excellent job defending the three, limiting Orlando to just 6 made threes on 22% shooting. The Bucks also recorded 9 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Atlanta Hawks vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/24

<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Stars game? Catch the action at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX, as the Stars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 6 goals, with the Stars being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Rangers winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Rangers on the moneyline (+154)</li><li>The Rangers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Rangers Find a Way to Win in Dallas?</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Islanders, the Rangers moved to 15-15-1 this season. The Rangers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different Rangers scored in the game, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with 2 goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring at 16:16 in the first period with a short-handed goal.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the Rangers’ offense with two goals in their 5-2 win over the Islanders, including his 9th of the season on an empty net. Chris Kreider kicked off the scoring with a shorthanded goal, his 8th of the year, while Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal. Adam Edstrom also found the net for the first time this season.</p> <p>The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal, with Panarin’s 8th goal coming on a power play. Mika Zibanejad contributed with his 8th assist on Panarin’s empty-netter, and also picked up his 7th assist earlier in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their 3rd period performance from their last game, where they didn’t allow a goal to the Islanders. They gave up two goals in the 2nd period, including one with just 8 seconds remaining, but they shut the door in the 3rd. Igor Shesterkin finished with 35 saves and a 94.6% save percentage, while the Rangers' defense had 10 takeaways and 19 hits.</p><h3>Will the Stars Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Dallas dropped to 19-12-0 after a 4-2 road loss to the Panthers. The Stars, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 2-0, Dallas tied it up with two goals in the second period. However, the Panthers pulled ahead in the third, adding an empty-netter to seal the win.</p><p>In their recent game against the Panthers, the Stars managed 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov's power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before netting both of their goals in the second, with the first coming at 8:38. Dallas recorded 32 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars gave up the opening goal at 5:15 in the first period, followed by another at 14:45, putting them in a 2-0 hole. After tying the game at 2-2, they allowed two more goals—one at 2:32 in the third period and an empty-netter at 19:00. Casey DeSmith finished with 21 saves and a save percentage of 87.5%.</p>

<p>The Delta Devils and Golden Lions are set to face off at 6:30 ET on None. The Golden Lions will host the game at H. O. Clemmons Arena in Pine Bluff, AR. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have UAPB as the -13 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS VS UAPB GOLDEN LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils +13</p><p>This game will be played at H. O. Clemmons Arena at 6:30 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE DELTA DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Golden Lions.</li><li>Even though we have UAPB winning straight-up, we like Mississippi Valley State at +13.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Mississippi Valley State Pull Off A Win at H. O. Clemmons Arena?</h3><p>Mississippi Valley State comes into this game with a 1-27 record, including a 1-13 mark in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. They are 0-19 on the road this season, and their average scoring margin away from home is -31.0 points per game.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Delta Devils have gone 1-26 this season, and they have not been favored in any of their 28 games. Their last win came against Prairie View A&M, as they picked up a 57-51 victory.</p><p>For the season, Mississippi Valley State has an ATS mark of 10-17. On the road, their ATS record is 7-12. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Delta Devils have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 142 is higher than the average over/under line in Mississippi Valley State's games this year (135). So far, 19 of their games have finished with less points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 0-3 with an average scoring total of 112 points.</p><p>The Delta Devils' offense finished with 57 points in their previous game, mirroring their current average of 54.1 points per contest. Rayquan Brown is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 17.9. Meanwhile, Donovan Sanders also brings a PPG average of 10.2 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Delta Devils' defense holds the 299th rank in the nation, allowing 77.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Mississippi Valley State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 48.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 37.5% this season.</p><h3>Does UAPB Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>UAPB is 12-16 overall and 8-8 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. They are 3-6 at home this season and have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games at home. On the year, they have been favored in seven games and have gone 5-2 in those contests.</p>

<p>Through 28 games, UAPB has an average scoring margin of -10.2 on the road. Their record away from home is 6-10. In their last game, they lost to Texas Southern by a score of 77-70.</p><p>As the favorite, UAPB has gone just 2-5 vs. the spread this season. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Lions have an ATS record of just 2-8.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for UAPB games is 14-11. Today's over/under line of 142 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 156. In their last three games, the over/under record is 0-3 with an average scoring total of 139 points.</p><p>The UAPB offense is coming off a game in which they scored 70 points vs. Texas Southern. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.4% while connecting on 14 threes. Rashad Williams is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 17.4 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Kylen Milton brings a PPG average of 17.3 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Golden Lions' defense is positioned 331st in the country, permitting 81.2 points per game. UAPB's three-point defense is currently 106th in the country at 6.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.6% of their shots vs. UAPB.</p>

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs UAPB Golden Lions Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Sharks and Panthers face off at 6:00 ET on NBCS. The Panthers are hosting the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Panthers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Panthers to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>The Panthers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped their record to 10-14-5. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 5 fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead in the second period, but the Canucks responded with three unanswered goals. San Jose managed to tie it up with just 1:17 left in the third, but Vancouver scored the game-winner with only 26 seconds remaining.</p><p>San Jose's offense was held to just two goals in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, scoring with 1:17 left in the third period to tie the game at 2-2.</p> <p>San Jose took 23 shots on goal but gave the puck away 16 times. The Sharks were shut out in the first period, got on the board at the 17:23 mark of the second, and scored again with 1:17 left in the third.</p><p>San Jose's defense will be looking to bounce back after giving up a late goal to the Canucks with just 26 seconds remaining in the 3rd period, which proved to be the game-winner. The Sharks had taken a 1-0 lead at 2:37 into the 2nd period, but they allowed Vancouver to tie it at 5:19 of the 2nd and then take a 2-1 lead at 15:38 of the 3rd. Mackenzie Blackwood finished with 25 saves and a save percentage of 89.3% for the Sharks, who also had 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Florida improved to 16-9-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. The Panthers were favored on the puck line and covered with the victory. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Florida, with Sam Reinhart’s goal at 17:28 in the third breaking a 2-2 tie. The Panthers added an empty-net goal later to secure the win.</p><p>Florida’s offense was led by A.J. Greer, who scored his first goal of the season, and Sam Reinhart, who netted his 10th on an empty net. The Panthers also got goals from Evan Rodrigues, his third of the year, and Matthew Tkachuk, who scored his third on a power play.</p> <p>Carolina took 25 shots on goal and finished with 16 giveaways. The Panthers scored in each period, including twice in the third, with Greer’s goal at 17:28 and Reinhart’s empty-netter with 1:00 remaining.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to build on their performance from the previous game, where they gave up two goals to the Stars. Spencer Knight made 23 saves and posted a 92% save percentage. The Panthers' defense also recorded 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the 2nd period, they shut out the Stars in the 3rd.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

<p>The Predators and Avalanche are set to face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Avalanche will host the game at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The over/under for this Central division contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Avalanche being favored by -1.5 at home against the Predators.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS COLORADO AVALANCHE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Avalanche -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, March 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO AVALANCHE:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Predators winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (+145)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Predators Lock in a Win at Denver?</h3><p><p>Heading into today's game, the Predators find themselves in 6th place in the Western Conference with a record of 43-26-4. Over their last ten games, Nashville has gone 8-2 and have won two straight games as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Predators have gone 22-11-3 and have been the underdog in 40 of their 73 games. Against other teams in the Western Conference, Nashville has gone 26-20 and 14-8 against Central Division opponents.</p></p><p>On the road this season, the Predators have a puck line record of 23-13 and an average scoring margin of +.4 goals per game. Overall, Nashville has a puck line record of 41-32, and they have gone 6-4 against the puck line in their last ten games.</p>

<p>So far this year, the Predators have been the underdog in 40 games, and their puck line record as the underdog is 27-13. In their last ten games as the underdog, Nashville has gone 8-2 against the puck line.</p> <p>Games involving Nashville have an average of 6.3 goals per game this season. Their average over/under line is 6.2. In terms of their over/under performance, the Predators come in with a record of 33-34-6.</p><p>The Predators are 2-1 puck line in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.</p><p>The Predators come into the game scoring an average of 3.3 goals per game, putting them 12th in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 12th in the league. This year, the Predators have recorded a 24-13 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 17-13 record.</p><p>Nashville's leading goal scorer is Filip Forsberg. So far this season, he has 41 goals, placing him 9th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Forsberg has 42 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Avalanche are currently 19th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.3 shots per game against Colorado. They also are 16th in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Juuse Saros has started 58 games this season. His current record stands at 32-22, and his save percentage is 0.991%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Colorado?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Avalanche have gone 28-8-1, but they are currently in the midst of a two-game losing streak at home. In the Western Conference, Colorado is in 3rd place and 2nd in the Central Division. Overall, the Avalanche have a record of 46-22-6.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Colorado has gone 8-2, and they have been favored in 62 of their 74 games this season. When favored, the Avalanche have gone 41-16-6. In their last five games, the Avalanche have gone 3-2, and they are 1-2 over their last three games.</p></p><p>Colorado enters this game with a puck line record of 35-38 and a puck line mark of 21-15 at home. So far, the Avalanche have had 32 wins by multiple goals compared to 15 losses by more than one goal.</p>

<p>Over their last three games, the Avalanche have gone 0-3 vs. the puck line, and their average scoring differential at home this year is +1.7 goals per game. This season, Colorado has been the favorite in 62 games, going 30-32 vs. the puck line in those contests.</p> <p>This season, Colorado's games are averaging 6.7 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.4. The Avalanche currently have an over/under record of 40-30-3.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Nashville has been good against the puck line posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Avalanche are scoring an 3.7 goals per game this season, ranking 1st in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 4th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Avalanche offense is 2nd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 10th in the NHL.</p><p>Colorado's current leading scorer is Nathan MacKinnon. This season, he has 45 goals, which puts him 5th in the NHL. MacKinnon also comes into the game with 78 assists.</p><p>The Avalanche defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.3 shots per game against Colorado. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 16th with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Alexandar Georgiev has started 56 games this season. His current record stands at 37-15, and his save percentage is 0.973%.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 3/30/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blackhawks and Flames. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Flames are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Blackhawks.</p><h3>CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flames to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flames on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blackhawks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Blackhawks Defense Show Up in Calgary?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved to 12-19-2 this season. Chicago covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p>

<p>Chicago built a 4-0 lead before the Ducks scored twice in the third period. Four different Blackhawks players found the net, with Isaak Phillips opening the scoring at 7:03 in the first period.</p><p>Chicago’s offense found the net four times in their 4-2 victory over Anaheim, with Ryan Donato scoring his 7th goal of the season. Seth Jones added his 2nd goal, while Teuvo Teravainen netted his 4th on a power play. Isaak Phillips opened the scoring with his 1st goal of the year.</p> <p>Connor Bedard contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 9 for the season. The Blackhawks took 29 shots on goal and scored twice on power plays. They also recorded 12 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, helping the Blackhawks to a 4-2 win over the Ducks. Chicago's defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. Both goals allowed came in the 3rd period, including one with just 4 seconds left.</p><h3>Can Calgary Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>Calgary dropped to 15-12-7 with a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames fell behind early, allowing a goal just 20 seconds into the game. Calgary was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>After trailing 2-0, the Flames tied it up with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals to secure the win. Anthony Mantha and Yegor Sharangovich each scored for Calgary in the loss.</p><p>Calgary took 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton, but only managed to score twice. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season on a power play in the second period, and Yegor Sharangovich followed with his first goal of the year in the third.</p> <p>The Flames had 22 giveaways and earned three assists, with Tyson Barrie picking up his first of the season on Mantha's goal. Calgary was held scoreless in the first period before getting on the board 4:33 into the second.</p><p>Defensively, the Flames gave up an early goal just 20 seconds into the game and another at 11:48 in the first period. After tying the game at 2-2 in the third, they allowed two more goals, including one at 9:50 and an empty-netter with 3 seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage. The Flames' defense also had 15 blocks and 4 takeaways.</p>

Chicago Blackhawks vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-332) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+266) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 8.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>TV: NBA</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-113 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at New Orleans Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 17-10 on the season with a dominant 133-107 road win over the Timberwolves on Thursday. New York, who entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 240, surpassing the over/under line of 214 by 26 points.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at the end of the 1st quarter, the Knicks took control with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 33-30 to 44-30. They outscored Minnesota 41-18 in the 2nd quarter and went into the 4th with a 104-74 lead. The Timberwolves edged the Knicks 33-29 in the final period, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>The Knicks put up 133 points in their win over the Timberwolves, shooting 51.5% from the field and hitting 20 threes at a 44.4% clip. Karl-Anthony Towns was perfect from deep, making 5 threes and finishing with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists.</p> <p>Mikal Bridges added 29 points, hitting 4 threes, while Miles McBride also connected on 4 triples. Towns scored 19 of his points in the 2nd quarter, and Bridges added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Despite giving up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, the Knicks' defense tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd, allowing just 18 and 23 points, respectively, in their win over the Timberwolves. New York sent Minnesota to the free-throw line only 13 times, where they converted 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Knicks allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip, but they controlled the boards, giving up just 6 offensive rebounds. Defensively, New York also recorded 10 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Pelicans Win at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans dropped to 5-23 on the season following a 133-113 road loss to the Rockets on Thursday. New Orleans entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 246 points exceeded the over/under line of 218.5 by 27.5 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early with a 13-0 run, extending the score from 7-5 to 18-7. The Pelicans couldn’t recover, as they were outscored 39-25 in the 1st quarter. Although the 2nd and 4th quarters were even, New Orleans couldn’t make up ground after trailing 99-79 heading into the final period.</p><p>In their 133-113 loss to the Rockets, the Pelicans shot 44.6% from the field, but connected on 46.4% of their threes, hitting 13 from deep. Trey Murphy III led the way with 28 points, making 4 threes at a 66.7% clip, while Herbert Jones also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points.</p> <p>Murphy scored 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, while Jones added 13 of his 20 points in the 3rd. CJ McCollum contributed 18 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Pelicans struggled defensively against the Rockets, giving up 133 points on 57% shooting. Houston scored 39 points in the 1st quarter and added 34 more in the 4th to secure the win. New Orleans allowed 33 points in the 3rd quarter and 27 in the 2nd.</p> <p>The Rockets hit 17 threes at a 43% clip. The Pelicans sent Houston to the line 19 times, where they made 16 free throws. New Orleans finished with 26 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 2 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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>At 8:00 ET, the 15th ranked Washington Wizards (4-21) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (14-12). The Bucks are favored by 11.5 points and the over/under line is 224.5.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on MNMT.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-117 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Are the Wizards Ready for a Win at Milwaukee?</h3><p>Washington improved to 4-21 on the season with a 123-114 win over Charlotte on Thursday. The Wizards, who were +3.5 point underdogs, covered the spread with the win. The game’s total points of 237 exceeded the O/U line of 226.</p> <p>After trailing 30-29 after the 1st quarter, Washington took control with a 15-0 run in the 4th, turning an 86-82 deficit into a 97-86 lead. They finished strong, outscoring the Hornets 36-28 in the final quarter.</p><p>Jordan Poole knocked down 5 threes at a 50% clip, finishing with 27 points and 4 assists in the Wizards' win over the Hornets. Malcolm Brogdon added 25 points and 6 assists, hitting 3 threes at 60% shooting from deep.</p> <p>Washington connected on 17 threes, shooting 40.5% from beyond the arc and 49.4% overall. Poole scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th, while Alex Sarr also contributed 9 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards gave up 114 points to the Hornets but managed to hold them to 28 points in each of the final three quarters. Washington limited Charlotte to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Wizards did an excellent job defending the three, allowing just 8 made threes on 18% shooting. They also recorded 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Milwaukee dropped to 14-12 on the season after a 124-101 road loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. The Bucks entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 23 points. The total score of 225 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 221.</p> <p>Cleveland took control early, leading 29-20 after the 1st quarter and 69-51 at halftime. A 12-0 run in the 3rd quarter extended their lead from 98-76 to 110-76. Milwaukee outscored Cleveland 25-21 in the 4th, but the game was already out of reach.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 33 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 59.1% from the field in their loss to the Cavaliers. Khris Middleton added 14 points, while Brook Lopez contributed 10 points, hitting 2 threes at a 66.7% rate.</p> <p>Milwaukee made just 10 threes, shooting 37% from deep and 47.1% overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, adding 13 more in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the Bucks struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 40 points, and allowed 124 points overall in their loss to the Cavaliers. Milwaukee also gave up 34 points in the 3rd quarter, while their best defensive effort came in the 4th, where they allowed 21 points.</p> <p>The Cavaliers shot 50% from the field, including 42% from three, where they hit 20 threes. The Bucks sent Cleveland to the line 14 times, where they made 12 free throws. Milwaukee finished with 35 defensive rebounds, allowed 9 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals.</p>

Washington Wizards vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Aztecs and Bulldogs are set to face off at 10:30 ET on FS1. The Bulldogs will host the game at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA. San Diego State is favored by -14 in this Mountain West conference matchup the against Fresno State. The over/under for the game is set at 141 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs +14</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 10:30 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +14.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Aztecs?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 3-2 on the season with a 73-70 road win over Houston on Saturday. The Aztecs entered the game as +13.5 underdogs but not only covered the spread, they pulled off the upset.</p> <p>After trailing 30-25 at halftime, San Diego State turned things around by scoring 40 points in the second half while allowing 35. The game’s total points of 143 went over the pre-game O/U line of 127.</p><p>San Diego State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They hit 36% of their threes, going 9-for-25, and were 14-for-32 (43.8%) on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Aztecs connected on 18 of 27 attempts, good for 66.7%.</p> <p>Jared Coleman-Jones was efficient, shooting 66.7% from the field and hitting 3 of 4 threes. Emanuel Sharp led the team with 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from deep, while L.J. Cryer added 21 points, making 5 threes on 13 attempts. The Aztecs grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the win.</p><p>San Diego State's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 37% from the field (23/62). They held the other team to 31% shooting on two-pointers (12/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Aztecs allowed 11 threes on 24 attempts (45%). The opposing team also shot 76% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 17. San Diego State gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bulldogs Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Fresno State dropped to 3-4 on the season after an 86-81 home loss to California Baptist on Thursday. The Bulldogs entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 167, surpassing the over/under line of 152.5.</p> <p>Fresno State found themselves trailing 37-27 at halftime but responded by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding the Lancers to 28. Despite the strong second-half performance, the Bulldogs couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Fresno State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 42.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.9%, with a tough night from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 21 threes (19%). Inside the arc, they connected on 50.9% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Dominique Daniels Jr. led the way with 29 points, despite shooting 32.3% overall and 23.1% from three. Amar Augillard added 26 points, and Javonte Johnson chipped in 20, hitting 5 of 8 threes (62.5%). Elijah Price and Kendal Coleman each grabbed 15 rebounds, with Price also contributing 16 points.</p><p>Even though Fresno State held their opponent to just 19% from beyond the arc, they still gave up 86 points. The Bulldogs allowed 33 field goals on 78 attempts, including 29 two-pointers at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Fresno State sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 11 attempts for 64%. The Bulldogs also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs Fresno State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24

<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>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>

Doubleheaders were once one of the great bargains in baseball. Typically held on weekends, a twinbill allowed fans to see two games for the price of one, something that didn’t sit too well with the owners. In their infinite wisdom, the owners came up with the idea of having day – night doubleheaders, so fans could still see two games in one day, only they’d have to pay to see each game individually. These are seldom scheduled, but only put into place after rainouts and other unforeseen circumstances.

For bettors, the doubleheader poses several interesting questions, such as how the losing team of the first game does in the second game. If the first game goes over does the second stay under? Do home teams have any special edge? Those are some of the questions we’ll answer in this small series.

But first, let’s look at what happens the day after a doubleheader. The prevailing concept is that the teams will use a number of pitchers in the doubleheader. If the starter struggles at all, the team can leave him in longer than normal or bring in a tired relief pitcher. Either way, that should bode well for the over and after digging into it, there is some logic to that assumption.

The day after a doubleheader, when the same two teams are playing, games have gone 110-87-8 in totals, which has yielded a profit of $1,545 and an ROI of roughly 6.9% by playing the over. If you discount the games that are expected to be decent pitcher’s battles; those games with a total of 6.5 or less, you can up your winning percentage slightly. Those games with a total of 7 or more have produced a record of 110-87-8, which has yielded a profit of $1,785 and a ROI of roughly 8%.

Home teams have also fared better than expected the day after a doubleheader. Whether it’s due to an extremely tired road team being in unfamiliar surroundings or a case of something different, it’s proven difficult for road teams to overcome. Home teams have gone 124-81 for a flat-bet profit of $2,946 and an ROI of 10.6%. Home underdogs have fared the best, going 38-28 for a profit of $1,699 and an impressive ROI of 25%, while home favorites haven’t done bad and show a profit of just under $1,400, although the ROI is quite a bit less at 6.7%.

Where things get interesting is if there was a sweep in the doubleheader. If the home team swept the doubleheader they follow that up with a 41-21 record and a profit of $1,666 with an 18.5% ROI. Home underdogs were 10-6 for an ROI of greater than 37.5%. If the road team swept the doubleheader home teams are 28-20 for a profit of $669 and an ROI of 11.4%.

Give the home teams and the over a good look the day after a doubleheader if the same two teams are meeting once again.

MLB Betting Tips: The Day After a Doubleheader

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves 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>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>

<p>From Minute Maid Park in Houston, we have the Athletics and Astros facing off in an AL West matchup. This one gets started at 8:10 PM ET and is being televised by NSPCA. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs, and the Astros are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -242. Oakland is +201 on the money line, and they will be looking to pull off the upset and end their three-game losing streak.</p>

<p>Wednesday's pitching matchup features Aaron Brooks for the Athletics and Framber Valdez for the Astros. Oakland is 19-25 this season, while the Astros are 17-25.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8.5 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Wednesday, May 15th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS 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 Athletics 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>Houston picked up a 2-1 win over the A's in the most recent game of this series. The Astros had a late rally, scoring one run in the 8th and another in the 10th. As for the A's, they scored their only run in the 8th. Heading into the game, the Astros were favored at -187 on the money line.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco started for the Astros and went just three innings, giving up four hits and striking out four. Josh Hader got the win out of the bullpen. JP Sears put together a good outing for the A's, going five innings and giving up just one run on five hits.</p>

<p>Alex Bregman and Abraham Toro each homered for the Astros, while Shea Langeliers went 2/3 with an RBI. Bregman scored both of the Astros' runs. As for the A's, their top hitter was Elvis Andrus, who went 2/4.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics are on the road today vs. the Astros, and they are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, having dropped the first two games of this series. Currently, the Athletics are 3rd in the AL West, 4.5 games behind the Mariners for the division lead. So far, they have gone just 4-8 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are 15-24 this season compared to 4-1 as the favorite. At home, they are 10-13 and 9-12 on the road. Oakland's overall record is 19-25, and they have really struggled lately, going just 2-8 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Oakland Athletics are the underdog, they have been a solid bet on the run line, going 22-17. Their overall run line record is 24-20, and their average run differential is -0.9 runs per game. The A's have been a better run line bet on the road (12-9) than at home (12-11), where they have a run differential of -0.6 runs per game.</p><p>With an over/under line of 8.5 runs, the Oakland Athletics and Houston Astros have a combined run average of 8.6 runs per game this season. The A's over/under record is 22-21 for the season, and their average over/under line is set at 8 runs per game. When the line is set at 8.5 runs, their over/under record is 5-5. Only 6.8% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher this season.</p><p>Aaron Brooks takes the mound for the Athletics in today's game versus the Astros. It's his opportunity to start the season on the right foot, as this will be his first outing of the year.</p><p>As a team, the Athletics are batting just .222 this season, which is the 24th best mark in the league. However, they do have the 4th best isolated power figure in the league and are 4th in home runs. Overall, they are averaging 3.9 runs per game, which is 23rd in the league. At home, they have been a bit better, averaging 4.5 runs per game.</p>

<p>Abraham Toro and Brent Rooker have been two of the team's top hitters this season, with Toro batting .295 and Rooker at .298. Rooker's 10 home runs are the best on the team and the 11th best mark in the league. Toro has gone 10/28 in his last six games, including one home run and six runs scored. Rooker has also gone deep once in this stretch.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are hosting the Athletics today with an overall record of 17-25, which puts them 4th in the AL West. Currently, they trail the Mariners by 5.5 games in the division. Houston has won three straight games, and they are 7-5 against other teams in the AL West this year.</p>

<p>So far, the Astros have gone 9-12 at home compared to an 8-13 mark on the road. As the favorite, the Astros are 13-19 this year and 4-6 as the underdog. Houston's overall series record is 5-7-1, and they are coming off a series vs. the Rangers, where they lost two of three games.</p><p>The Astros have been a poor run line bet this season, going just 16-26. They have been slightly better at home, going 8-13. Their average run margin is -0.5, and they have been outscored by 1.6 runs per game on the road. Their run line record as the favorite is 11-21.</p><p>The Houston Astros have had 25 games this season with over/under lines set higher than 8.5 runs, which accounts for 59.5% of their games. Their games have averaged 9.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 16-24. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, their record is 4-6. In their most recent game, they combined for just 3 runs against the Oakland Athletics, which was well under the 8.5 run total.</p><p>Framber Valdez is getting the start for the Astros today as they take on the Athletics. Valdez has been solid in his first 3 starts of the season, going 1-1 with a 2.84 ERA. He picked up a win in his last start, going 7 innings and giving up 2 earned runs on 6 hits.</p><p>Jeremy Peña has been on a tear for the Astros of late, going 12/35 in his last nine games, and is batting .329 for the season. He is also 4th on the team with four homers. Kyle Tucker has been red hot of late, going 5/27 in his last eight games, and has gone deep five times during that stretch. For the season, Tucker is batting .278 and leads the team with 29 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are 2nd in the league in batting average and are the top home run hitting team in the league. Overall, they are averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 14th in the league. Houston is also the best team in the league at avoiding strikeouts.</p>

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