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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Golden Eagles versus the Hoyas? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FS1. The game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Marquette come into this Big East conference matchup as the -12 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES VS GEORGETOWN HOYAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgetown Hoyas +12</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGETOWN HOYAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Hoyas.</li><li>Not only will Georgetown pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Golden Eagles Stand a Chance in Washington?</h3><p>Marquette enters today's game with a 16-5 record, including a 7-3 mark in Big East play. The Golden Eagles have won five straight games and are 12-4 when favored this season.</p>

<p>On the road, Marquette is 4-3 this year, and they have gone 7-3 in their last 10 games away from home. Their average margin of victory on the road is -0.4, and they have won three straight road games.</p><p>Marquette's ATS record this season is 11-9-1, and they are 7-9 vs. the spread when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Golden Eagles have gone just 4-6 vs. the spread. On the road, Marquette is 3-4 vs. the spread this year and 6-4 in their last 10 road games. Their ATS mark over their last 3 road games is 2-1.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 152.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Marquette's games this season (148.1). So far, 13 of their games have finished with less points than today's OU line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 152 points, which is similar to the season-long average scoring total of 146 points per game. On the year, their over/under record is 8-13.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Marquette offense tallied 85 points in a matchup against Villanova. Their field goal percentage for the game was 50%, and they made 10 threes. Tyler Kolek is leading the team in scoring at 15 points per contest. Oso Ighodaro has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.6 going into the game.</p><p>The Golden Eagles' defense is presently ranked 89th nationally, allowing an average of 68.2 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Marquette's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 42.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.1% this season.</p><h3>Will Georgetown Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Georgetown will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on Marquette. The Hoyas are 8-12 overall, including a 1-8 mark in Big East play. At home, Georgetown is 7-6 this season.</p>

<p>So far, the Hoyas have been the underdog in 12 of their 20 games, going just 1-11 in those contests. Their average scoring margin at home is +1.8, and they are coming off an 84-76 loss to Providence.</p><p>As the underdog, Georgetown has gone 7-5 vs. the spread this season. At home, their ATS mark is just 4-9, and over their last 10 home games, they are just 2-8 vs. the spread. However, they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games as the underdog.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 152.5 is higher than the average over/under line in Georgetown's games this season (143.8). So far, 13 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. The over/under record for the Hoyas this season is 11-9.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Georgetown offense tallied 76 points in a matchup against Providence. Their field goal percentage for the game was 43.5%, and they made 9 threes. Offensively, the Hoyas have a season long field goal percentage of 42%, which is 340th in the nation. In terms of three-pointers, they are 163rd in percentage and 93rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>At this time, the Hoyas' defense is positioned 231st in the country, permitting 75.1 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Georgetown's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 47.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.6% this season.</p>

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<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>Planning on watching today's Runnin' Bulldogs and Eagles game? Catch the action at W. S. Hanner Fieldhouse in Statesboro, GA, as the Eagles hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Georgia Southern is favored by -3 at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs +3</p><p>This game will be played at W. S. Hanner Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-74 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Georgia Southern winning straight-up, we like Gardner-Webb at +3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Runnin' Bulldogs Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Gardner-Webb’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 4-7 after an 85-83 home loss to Queens (NC) on Saturday. The Runnin' Bulldogs, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 44-36 at halftime, Gardner-Webb put up 47 points in the second half but allowed 41, ultimately falling short. The game’s total points of 168 exceeded the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 83 points while shooting 61.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.2%, thanks in part to their 72.7% shooting on two-pointers and 42.1% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Leo Colimerio led the way with 27 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range, while Darryl Simmons II added 23 points, connecting on 3 of 6 from deep. Jamaine Mann was nearly perfect, shooting 7 of 8 from the field, and Malcolm Wilson contributed 11 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. The opposing team was especially effective inside, hitting 72% of their two-point attempts (24/33).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Gardner-Webb allowed 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 22 times, where they converted 11 free throws. Gardner-Webb gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Eagles Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Georgia Southern dropped to 5-5 on the season after a 77-63 road loss to Louisiana Tech on Friday. The Eagles entered the game as +11.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>Georgia Southern led 35-33 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring only 28 points while allowing 44 to the Bulldogs.</p><p>In their last game, Georgia Southern's offense struggled, shooting just 38.1% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 47.6%. They made 11 of 31 three-point attempts, hitting 35.5% from deep, while connecting on 40.6% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they went 4 for 6, shooting 66.7%.</p> <p>The Eagles grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Kaden Cooper led the way with 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists, shooting 66.7% overall and 60% from three. Daniel Batcho added 22 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 9 of 10 shots from the field.</p><p>Georgia Southern struggled defensively, giving up 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 31 of 58 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Georgia Southern allowed 61% shooting, with their opponent going 22/36 on two-point attempts. From three-point range, they gave up 9/22 shooting, or 40%.</p>

Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs Georgia Southern Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/17/24

<p>Wednesday's Orioles vs. Mariners game has a first pitch set for 10:10 PM ET from T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The Orioles are 54-31 and they are starting Dean Kremer. The Mariners are 47-40 and will send Logan Gilbert to the mound. Seattle is favored on the money line, with the odds sitting at -122 compared to the Orioles at +103. The over/under line is currently at 7 runs.</p>

<p>RSNW will be televising this AL matchup, and the Mariners will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak. They are currently first in the AL West, while the Orioles are first in the AL East.</p><h3>BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Orioles Moneyline +103</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Park at 10:10 ET on Wednesday, July 3rd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ORIOLES VS MARINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Orioles winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Orioles to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Baltimore picked up a 2-0 win over the Mariners in the most recent game of this series. The Orioles had a one-run lead heading into the 7th inning and added an insurance run in the top of the 9th. As for the Mariners, they had their best scoring chance in the 7th, loading the bases with no outs, but could only muster one run.</p>

<p>Grayson Rodriguez started for the Orioles and picked up the win, going 6 1/3 innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with eight strikeouts but issued four walks. As for the Mariners, George Kirby got the start and took the loss, giving up two earned runs in 6 1/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Anthony Santander and Ryan O'Hearn each had two hits and an RBI for the Orioles' offense. Colton Cowser also had a two-hit game and scored a run. Josh Rojas did the most damage for the Mariners, going 2/2 with a walk.</p><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 54-31, the Orioles lead the AL East by one game over the Yankees. So far, they have been excellent against other teams in their division, going 19-7. Baltimore has been good both at home (29-17) and on the road (25-14) this season.</p>

<p>Baltimore has gone 44-25 as the favorite this year and 10-6 as the underdog. As for their overall series record, the Orioles are 18-6-3 this year. They took the first game of this series vs. the Mariners and are 5-5 over their last 10 games.</p><p>The Orioles have been a solid run line bet on the road this season, going 25-14. They have an average run margin of 1.3 runs per game overall, and that number is slightly higher on the road at 1.5 runs per game. Baltimore has been favored in 69 games this season, and they have gone 37-32 against the run line in those contests.</p><p>With an average combined run average of 9.0 runs per game, the Orioles have seen an over/under record of 43-32 this season. The over/under line for today's game against the Mariners is set at 7 runs, and when the line has been set at 7 runs this season, the Orioles have a record of 4-3-4. In 87.1% of their games this season, the over/under line has been set higher than 7 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Dean Kremer is starting for the Orioles today as he faces the Mariners on the road. He has made nine starts this season and has a record of 3-4 with an ERA of 4.32. Kremer's WHIP for the season is currently 1.12. In his last outing, he took the loss, giving up five earned runs in four innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Kremer has allowed a total of 10 home runs this season. Looking at his ERA splits, Kremer has an ERA of 3.88 on the road compared to 6.47 at home.</p><p>As a team, the Orioles are the top-scoring offense in the league, averaging 5.2 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, putting up 5.4 runs per contest. Baltimore's offense has also been the best home run hitting team in the league this season. Overall, they are batting .255, which is the 6th best mark in the MLB right now.</p>

<p>Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman have been the Orioles' top power threats this season, with Henderson leading the team with 26 homers, and Rutschman is right behind him with 15. Rutschman also comes into the game with a team-best batting average of .291. Henderson has driven in 58 runs this season, which is the best mark in the league. Over his last four games, Heston Kjerstad has gone 5/12 with two homers and eight RBIs.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is currently 47-40 overall, putting them three games ahead of the Astros for the AL West lead. The Mariners have dropped three straight games, and they lost the first game of this series vs. the Orioles. So far, they have been really good against other teams in the AL West, putting up a record of 17-5.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners are 28-15 this year, but they have dropped three straight at home. On the road, Seattle is 19-25. As the favorite, the Mariners are 30-21 this year and 17-19 as the underdog. Seattle's overall series record is 13-12-2, but they have dropped four straight series.</p><p>Seattle has been a .500 team against the run line this season, with a 40-47 record. They have been slightly better at home, going 21-22, compared to 19-25 on the road. As the favorite, they have been a poor bet, going 21-30, while they have been profitable as the underdog, going 19-17. Their average run differential in winning games is +3.0, while it is -3.4 in losing games.</p><p>Seattle has played in 59 games this season with over/under lines set higher than 7 runs, which accounts for 67.8% of their games. Their games have averaged 7.6 runs per game, and their over/under record is 35-47 on the season. When the line is set at 7 runs, their over/under record is 7-12-4. The average over/under line for their games this season is set at 8 runs.</p><p>Seattle is sending right-hander Logan Gilbert to the mound today vs. the Orioles. He has made 17 starts this season and has a record of 5-4 with a 2.72 ERA. Gilbert's WHIP for the season is .88, and opponents are batting .190 off him this season. Gilbert has made 14 quality starts this season and is coming off an outing in which he gave up two earned runs in six innings of work. He didn't give up a homer in that outing, but he had given up a homer in three straight starts before that.</p><p>Cal Raleigh and Mitch Garver have been the Mariners' top home run hitters this season, but both players have struggled in terms of batting average. Raleigh is hitting just .200, and Garver is even worse at .172. Garver has also gone just 3/19 in his last six games, with two home runs. Julio Rodriguez is batting .244 for the season and has seven homers, which is 5th in the league right now.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mariners are batting just .217, which is the worst mark in the league. They are also last in the league in strikeouts and are averaging just 3.8 runs per game. Seattle is also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage, slugging, and OPS.</p>

Baltimore Orioles vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction 7/3/24

<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>The Ultimate Fighting Championship is gearing up for massive 2024, and it has built up a perfect trilogy that will begin this weekend. Fans in Anaheim, California are going to be treated to a huge fight card this weekend, and there are some great betting options available as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>While the final event of this trilogy will draw the most attention in April, things are starting off in a big way this weekend. Things will start off with a title fight in the featherweight division this weekend, and that’s a main event that most fans are looking forward to.</p>



<p>Here is a look at some of the top fights this weekend, and the <a href="/s/betdsi/">betting options at BetDSI</a> that stand out more than others. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-look-at-the-main-event">A Look at the Main Event</h2>



<p>The main event to finish off the night on Saturday will be a matchup between Ilia Topuria and Alexander Volkanovski. Volkanovski is the current champion in this weight class, but there will be a massive challenge from Topuria in this matchup.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This is going to be an interesting fight for Volkanovski as he has been trying to have some success in the lightweight division, but he just wasn’t able to get that done. Topuria has been focused on becoming the champion in the featherweight division, and that has taken away some of the distractions.&nbsp;</p>



<p>While Volkanovski hasn’t been beaten in this weight class in years, all good things are going to come to an end. Take the valuable odds in this one and get behind Topuria at +113 as he will come away with an impressive win.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-long-wait-for-middleweight-clash">Long Wait For Middleweight Clash</h2>



<p>The UFC has been trying to get Robert Whittaker and Paulo Costa in the Octagon against one another for years, and it’s finally going to happen this weekend. These two fighters always seemed to have something come up when they were scheduled to square off, but the big matchup will be taking place on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Whittaker is a big betting favorite at -225 in this bout, while Costa currently has betting odds set at +190. Costa is certainly good enough to come away with a win in this event, but it will be Whittaker that takes control of this fight.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Bet on the favorite in this clash as Whittaker is going to get back on track by coming up with a huge win.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-other-big-winners">Other Big Winners</h2>



<p>This entire fight card is tremendous, and that includes both the preliminary card and the main card. While there aren’t going to be a ton of belts handed out this weekend, some of the biggest challengers in specific weight classes will be in the Octagon.</p>



<p>The UFC has proven to be unpredictable throughout history, and there will be some upsets that take place this weekend. When betting on UFC 298, it’s going to be more important to find betting value then to try to find the guaranteed winners.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Betting on Mackenzie Dern is one of the best bets to make this weekend as she has odds set at +115 in her matchup with Amanda Lemos. That’s not a huge upset if that is the end result, but it’s one that will give you a nice payout.&nbsp;</p>



<p>When looking for one of the biggest upsets in the night, it might come from the preliminary card, and very early in the day. Josh Quinlan has odds set at +158 in his matchup with Danny Barlow, and that is going to be a matchup to keep an eye on.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Both of those challengers are going to be looking to fight hard, and grabbing Quinlan at +158 (<strong><a href="/s/betdsi">at BetDSI</a></strong>) is an offer to choose. </p>

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<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>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Pacers will travel to San Antonio to take on the Spurs in a non-conference matchup. The Pacers are favored by 6.5 points and are -253 on the moneyline.</p>

<p>Indiana comes in at 34-27 and is currently 8th in the Eastern Conference. San Antonio is just 12-48 and sits in last place in the Western Conference.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, March 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-111 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with Pascal Siakam points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 51.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Indiana Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Overall, the Pacers have a record of 34-27 and are currently in 8th place in the Eastern Conference. Within the Central Division, they are in 3rd place.</p>

<p>On the road, Indiana is 14-15 straight-up and 15-13 against the spread. Their ATS record on the road is currently at 15-13, and they have dropped three straight games ATS on the road.</p>

<p>This season, the Pacers have gone 29-32 as the favorite and are favored by 6.5 points today. As the favorite, they have an ATS record of 14-15 and have gone 18-11 straight-up.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Pacers lost to the Pelicans by a score of 129-102. The O/U line for that game was 239 points, and Indiana was getting 5.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>For the season, Indiana has an O/U record of 33-28, and the under has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 245.6 points, which is higher than today's O/U line of 244.5.</p><p>This season, the Pacers have been the top-scoring team in the NBA, averaging 123.6 points per game. However, their scoring has been slightly lower on the road, where they are averaging 120.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Indiana has outscored the NBA scoring average in 70.5% of their games this season. They are also the top-ranked team in field goal percentage (50%) and have the third-best true shooting percentage.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pacers are hitting 37% of their attempts, which is 6th in the league. Overall, they are 2nd in pace at 101.7 possessions per game.</p><p>The Pacers' defense is presently ranked 28th in the league, allowing an average of 122.1 points per contest. Indiana's defense is currently forcing 12.8 turnovers per game, which is 18th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 8th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.8 rejections per game.</p><h3>Can San Antonio Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Today, the Spurs are 6.5-point underdogs at home against the Pacers. San Antonio has been the underdog in 55 of their 60 games this season.</p>

<p>On average, the Spurs' games have finished with 232.8 points this season, which is lower than today's O/U line of 244.5. San Antonio has a season-long O/U record of 31-28-1.</p>

<p>San Antonio's ATS record for the season is 29-31, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. At home, the Spurs are 13-14 ATS, while going 16-17 ATS on the road.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Spurs beat the Thunder by a score of 132-118. They were 11-point underdogs going into the game and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 238.5.</p>

<p>Overall, the Spurs are 12-48 this season, which is 15th in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 8-26 and 1-9 against teams in their division.</p><p>The Spurs are one of the top teams in the league when it comes to pace, ranking 3rd in the NBA at 101.4 possessions per game. However, their scoring has been below the league average in 56.7% of their games this season.</p>

<p>At home, the Spurs are averaging 115.1 points per game, which is 17th in the NBA. Overall, they are 23rd in scoring at 112.3 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, San Antonio is 25th in field goal percentage at 46%. They are also one of the worst three-point shooting teams in the league, hitting just 34% of their attempts (30th).</p><p>Currently, the Spurs' defense holds the 26th rank in the NBA, allowing 120.6 points per game. On two point field goal attempts, the Spurs' defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 56.0% and allowing 38.5% from beyond the arc.</p>

Indiana Pacers vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 3/3/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 12:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Memphis as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 12:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</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>Does Mississippi State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State improved to 10-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 142, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at halftime, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Central Michigan to 34 points.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they went just 2-for-7 (28.6%).</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 24 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Michael Nwoko also added 18 points, shooting 66.7% from the field in just 18 minutes of play.</p><p>Even though Mississippi State gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 35 made baskets on 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs' defense struggled, as they allowed 57% shooting on 24/42 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's opponent hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37%. The Bulldogs did catch a break at the free-throw line, where their opponent shot just 28%, making only 2 of 7 attempts. However, Mississippi State gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Memphis moved to 9-2 on the season with a 64-62 win over Virginia on Wednesday. The Tigers were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 30-21 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Virginia 43-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 64 points while shooting 37.5% from the field. They hit only 21.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 23 attempts, though they were solid at the free-throw line, converting 81% of their shots.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% overall. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Dain Dainja contributed 11 rebounds.</p><p>Memphis held their opponent to 62 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 21 field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis allowed 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

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

<p>The Texans are favored on the road with a money line of -133 as they take on the Chiefs at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st. This week 16 AFC matchup is being televised on NBC, and the Texans are -2 point favorites. The over/under line is currently at 40 points. The Chiefs are the underdog with a +111 money line.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -2</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 26 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 40 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-5 record, the Texans sit atop the AFC South, and they have a 100% chance of winning the division and making the playoffs. Houston ranks 11th in our power rankings heading into week 16, and they are on a two-game winning streak, including a 20-12 win over the Dolphins in week 15. The Texans were 2.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread, but the 32 combined points fell short of the 46.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Houston has a +2 scoring margin this season and is 6-7-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 4-9-1, with the under hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 11th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.4 points per game, and they have been strong in the 1st quarter, ranking 5th in the league. Houston is 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions with a 37.2% success rate, and they are 19th in passing yards per game (212.8) despite ranking 9th in pass attempts per game.</p> <p>C.J. Stroud threw for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns on 18/26 passing in week 15 against the Dolphins. Joe Mixon led the team in receiving with 5 catches for 33 yards, and Dare Ogunbowale had a 35-yard run. Houston scored all 20 of their points in the first 3 quarters, failing to score in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Texans' defense came up with three interceptions and held Miami to just 30.8% on third down in their 20-12 win over the Dolphins. Despite allowing 172 passing yards, Houston defended the pass well, giving up only 4.3 yards per attempt. Miami finished with just 52 yards rushing on 19 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Texans allowed only 224 total yards and 72.5% completions. They gave up one passing touchdown but made up for it with three key interceptions.</p><h3>Will The Chiefs Win At Home Over The Texans?</h3><p>With a 13-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 100% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 12th in our power rankings and have a +5 scoring margin this season. Against the spread, Kansas City is 5-8-1, including a 4-7-1 mark as favorites. Their O/U record is 6-8, with the under hitting in three straight games.</p> <p>After a week 11 loss to the Bills, the Chiefs have won four in a row, including a 21-7 victory over the Browns in week 15. They narrowly beat the Chargers and Raiders in weeks 14 and 13, respectively, and edged out the Panthers 30-27 in week 12.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Chiefs rank 9th in our offensive power rankings and 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 23.5 points per game. They are 14th in passing yards per game (224.1) and 15th in rushing yards (112.1), with 36 passing attempts per game (5th) and 27.9 rushing attempts (9th). Despite ranking 22nd in red zone conversion percentage, Kansas City leads the league in 3rd-down conversions and ranks 4th in red zone attempts.</p> <p>Patrick Mahomes has been dealing with an ankle injury but has avoided interceptions in his last three games. In week 15, he threw for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Browns. Xavier Worthy led the team with 46 receiving yards, and Kareem Hunt had 45 rushing yards. Kansas City scored all 21 points in the first three quarters before being shut out in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 139 rushing yards on just 21 attempts, the Chiefs' defense played well in their most recent game, coming away with four interceptions and allowing just 127 passing yards. They picked up a 21-7 win over the Browns, holding Cleveland to just 7 points. Kansas City's defense also had five sacks in the game.</p>
<p>The Chiefs' defense limited the Browns to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down and won the tackles for loss battle. Even though they gave up a high 6.6 yards per attempt in the running game, the big plays in the passing game helped them secure the win.</p>

<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>Remember sitting around the TV with your family during the holidays, everyone cheering for their favorite football team? Those memorable moments of sports and family time are getting a new twist these days. More and more families are adding friendly <strong>betting pools</strong> to their holiday traditions, making every touchdown and field goal even more exciting.</p>



<p>In recent years, as <strong>sports betting has become legal</strong> in many states, family gatherings have started to look a little different. Instead of just wearing team jerseys and sharing snacks, relatives are now creating fun prediction games and friendly wagers around the big holiday games. Whether it's picking winners for the New Years bowl matchups or guessing which basketball team will score first on Christmas Day, these activities are adding extra spark to family celebrations.</p>



<p>These new betting traditions aren't just about winning or losing – they're changing how families experience sports together. From grandparents sharing their sports knowledge with grandkids to siblings competing for yearly bragging rights, <strong>holiday betting pools</strong> are creating fresh ways for families to bond over their favorite games. Let's explore how these modern traditions are bringing new excitement to holiday sports gatherings while keeping the spirit of family togetherness alive.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The History of Sports and Family Holiday Traditions</h2>



<p>Sports have been bringing families together during the holidays for generations. Since the first Thanksgiving NFL game in 1934, when the Detroit Lions played the Chicago Bears, watching football has been as much a part of Turkey Day as stuffing and cranberry sauce. The same goes for New Year's Day, where families have gathered around the TV for decades to watch <a href="https://bangthebook.com/college-football">college football</a> bowl games while recovering from their midnight celebrations.</p>



<p>Long before smartphones and betting apps, families found creative ways to make holiday games more interesting. Uncle Bob might have run the <strong>family football pool</strong>, where everyone put in a dollar to guess the final score. Cousins would compete in season-long fantasy football leagues, leading to heated holiday dinner discussions about who made the better trades. These friendly competitions weren't really about money – they were about having fun and staying connected with family members, even those who lived far away.</p>



<p>These casual games and family pools laid the foundation for what we see today. While past generations might have used paper grids for <a href="https://www.nfl.com/super-bowl/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowl</a> squares or shared fantasy league updates through phone calls, these same activities have evolved with technology. The spirit of friendly competition that started with notebook paper and cash in envelopes has grown into something bigger, as more families embrace legal sports betting platforms to keep their holiday traditions alive – just with a modern twist.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Rise of Holiday Betting Pools</h2>



<p><strong>Family betting pools</strong> changed dramatically when sports betting became legal in many states. What used to be informal wagers written on napkins during holiday dinners has evolved into organized family competitions that everyone can enjoy safely and legally. Many families now create their own holiday betting leagues with clear rules and reasonable limits, making sure the focus stays on fun rather than serious gambling.</p>



<p>The holiday <a href="https://knupsports.com/calendars/sports-betting-calendar/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sports calendar</a> provides perfect opportunities for family betting pools. Thanksgiving brings three NFL games that span the entire day, giving families plenty of chances to predict scores, guess which player will score first, or create prop bets like...</p>



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<p>The NBA's Christmas Day games have become another holiday betting tradition, with five exciting matchups that keep families engaged from morning until night. New Year's Day rounds out the holiday season with college football bowl games that let families start the year with friendly competition.</p>



<p>Modern technology has made it easier than ever for families to keep their betting pools going, even when everyone can't be in the same room. Popular sports betting apps allow families to create private groups where they can set up pools, track everyone's picks, and watch the results unfold in real-time.</p>



<p>Cousins who moved across the country can still join in the family's Thanksgiving pool, and grandparents can participate in <strong>Christmas Day basketball predictions</strong> from their winter home in Florida. Some families even use video calls to announce their picks together, making distance feel a little less distant.</p>



<p>These new digital tools have also made it simpler to keep betting pools organized and fair. Instead of arguing over who actually picked which team or trying to remember everyone's predictions, apps keep perfect records of all bets and automatically calculate winners.</p>



<p>Many families use this technology to create season-long competitions, where holiday games count for extra points in their ongoing family standings. The person with the most points at the end of the year might win a special trophy or the honor of hosting next year's holiday gathering.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Betting Pools are Becoming a Holiday Staple?</h2>



<p>Holiday betting pools have caught on because they give everyone a way to join in the fun, whether they know everything about sports or just show up for the snacks. Grandma might not know the quarterback's stats, but she can still win the family pool by picking teams based on her favorite uniform colors.</p>



<p>Kids too young for real betting can participate with monopoly money or points, learning about sports while joining in the family excitement. These pools create a level playing field where sports knowledge isn't the only path to victory.</p>



<p>The friendly competition of holiday betting pools does something special – it gives family members new ways to connect and share experiences. Instead of everyone staring at their phones during holiday gatherings, they're comparing picks, <strong>playfully trash-talking</strong>, and celebrating or groaning together as games unfold. Some families have started traditions like having the previous year's winner create special categories for the next holiday's pool, or letting the kids invent silly prop bets like <em>"how many times will dad check his phone during the game?"</em></p>



<p>Even the most boring game becomes thrilling when family members have predictions riding on it. A fourth-quarter field goal in a blowout game suddenly becomes the most exciting moment of the day when it determines whether Aunt Sarah or Uncle Mike wins the family pool.</p>



<p>These shared moments of suspense create memories that families talk about for years to come. Stories like <em>"Remember when Junior won the Thanksgiving pool because he was the only one who picked the Lions?"</em> become part of family lore, retold every holiday season.</p>



<p>The beauty of these pools is that they add excitement without overshadowing what really matters – spending time together as a family. While everyone wants to win, the real victory is in the laughs shared, the traditions created, and the bonds strengthened.</p>



<p>Whether it's teaching younger generations about sports, giving far-flung family members a reason to stay connected throughout the holiday, or simply making that post-turkey football game a little more interesting, betting pools are adding a new dimension to family holiday traditions.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Challenges and Controversies</h2>



<p>Not every family jumps at the idea of adding betting pools to their holiday traditions. Some parents worry that even friendly wagers might send the wrong message to kids about gambling, while grandparents might remember the days when betting was strictly taboo.</p>



<p>These concerns often come from a good place – wanting to protect family members and keep holiday gatherings focused on togetherness rather than winning and losing. Some families also worry that betting pools, even small ones, might be a problem for relatives who have struggled with gambling in the past.</p>



<p>The good news is that many families have found ways to enjoy betting pools while keeping things safe and comfortable for everyone. The key is setting clear ground rules from the start. Successful family pools often stick to small stakes – maybe $1 per game or using point systems instead of money.</p>



<p>Some families create <em>"fun currencies"</em> like holiday tokens or special family monopoly money, keeping the excitement of competition while avoiding real gambling. They also make sure everyone knows it's perfectly fine to watch and cheer without placing bets, ensuring no one feels pressured to participate. </p>



<p>When families focus on making memories rather than making money, holiday betting pools can be a positive addition to their traditions.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tips for Starting a Holiday Betting Pool</h2>



<p>Want to start a holiday betting pool with your family? Here's how to create a fun and stress-free experience that everyone can enjoy.</p>



<p>Start with Something Simple Pick contests that don't require deep sports knowledge to participate. A straightforward <em>"pick the winner"</em> format for Thanksgiving football games lets everyone join in, even if they don't know a touchdown from a field goal. Create fun categories like "Which team's mascot would win in a dance contest?" or "Who will score first?" to keep things light and entertaining.</p>



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<li><strong>Set Family-Friendly Rules Keep stakes low</strong> -- maybe $5 for the whole day of games, or use a point system instead of money. Create clear age guidelines, like having kids under 18 use a points-only system while adults can opt for small-dollar bets. Write down all the rules and share them before the holiday so everyone knows what to expect. Remember to include a "no pressure" rule – anyone can watch and cheer without betting.</li>



<li><strong>Make Technology Your Friend</strong> -- Take advantage of free apps and websites that handle all the tricky parts of running a pool. Apps like <a href="https://www.cbssports.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CBS Sports</a>, <a href="https://sports.yahoo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yahoo Sports</a>, or ESPN offer easy-to-use pool features where family members can make picks right from their phones. For a more personal touch, create a family group chat where everyone can share their picks and react to the games together.</li>



<li><strong>Add Special Family Twists Create categories unique to your family</strong> -- maybe "Dad's Bold Prediction" or "Grandma's Gut Feeling" that earn bonus points. Consider making a special trophy or crown that gets passed around each holiday to the winner. Take plenty of pictures of the winner each year to create a fun family betting hall of fame.</li>



<li><strong>Plan for Remote Relatives</strong> -- Include family members who can't be there in person by setting up video calls during key moments or creating a shared online space where everyone can post reactions. Make sure to pick apps or websites that work well for less tech-savvy relatives so nobody feels left out.</li>



<li><strong>Keep Score in Style</strong> -- Create a fun way to track everyone's progress throughout the day. Maybe use a big poster board with everyone's names and picks, or create a digital scoreboard that you can share on the TV screen. Consider giving out small prizes for different categories like "Best Comeback" or "Most Creative Pick" to keep everyone engaged even if they're not winning overall.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Predictions for the Future of Holiday Sports Betting Traditions</h2>



<p>The future of family holiday betting pools looks as high-tech as a new smartphone and as comfortable as your favorite holiday sweater. As artificial intelligence and apps get smarter, family pools might soon include features like automatic odds adjustments based on who's playing, or personalized prop bets created just for your family's interests.</p>



<p>Imagine an app that knows Uncle Steve always picks the underdog, or that Cousin Maria has a perfect record when it comes to predicting overtime games. These smart systems could make pools even more entertaining by creating custom categories that match each family's <strong>unique betting style</strong>.</p>



<p>Holiday betting pools are already breaking free from just sports predictions. Families are creating pools around everything from guessing which Thanksgiving dish will run out first to betting on how many times grandpa will tell his favorite holiday story.</p>



<p>Some families are running Oscar prediction pools during holiday gatherings, while others are making friendly wagers on holiday baking competitions or seasonal reality TV shows. This trend suggests that the future of <strong>holiday betting pools</strong> isn't just about touchdowns and three-pointers – it's about finding new ways to make any family activity more engaging.</p>



<p>Looking ahead, putting together the family betting pool might become as natural as hanging stockings or lighting the menorah. As younger generations who grew up with fantasy sports and betting apps become parents and grandparents themselves, these tech-savvy traditions will likely become even more ingrained in holiday celebrations.</p>



<p>But unlike many modern traditions that keep people glued to their phones, these betting pools seem to be doing something special – they're using technology to bring families closer together, creating shared experiences that bridge generational gaps and keep far-flung relatives connected during the holidays.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion to Holiday Betting Pools</h2>



<p>Holiday traditions are like family recipes – they get better when you add your own special ingredients to the mix. Sports betting pools are becoming that extra dash of spice in many family gatherings, creating exciting new ways to enjoy time-honored traditions. <strong>From Thanksgiving football to Christmas Basketball to New Year's Day bowl games</strong>, these friendly competitions are writing a new chapter in the story of how families celebrate together.</p>



<p>The key to success isn't about how much money is won or lost – it's about creating moments that bring smiles to faces and give everyone something to look forward to each holiday season. Whether your family sticks to simple pick'em contests or creates elaborate prediction games, the real victory comes from the shared excitement, the playful trash talk, and the stories you'll tell for years to come.</p>



<p>The best holiday betting pools are like the best family traditions: they welcome everyone, create lasting memories, and give people reasons to stay connected, even when they're miles apart.</p>



<p><strong>Do you participate in holiday betting pools?</strong> Whether you're a seasoned pool organizer or thinking about starting your first family competition, there's always room for new ideas and traditions. Share your experiences with other families – maybe your creative betting categories or fun twist on classic games will inspire others to start their own holiday traditions. After all, the best part about family traditions is that they're always growing and changing, just like families themselves.</p>

How Holiday Betting Pools Are Changing Family Sports Traditions

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Crimson Tide and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on SEC, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! The Crimson Tide are the favored team in this non-conference contest against the Flames. The game's over/under currently sits at 153.5 points.</p><h3>ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE 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 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-65 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 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Alabama Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Alabama comes into today's game with an overall record of 7-5. In their previous ten road games, which includes last year, Alabama went 4-6. Alabama's ATS record heading into today's game is 6-6, while their performance in their previous five games shows a 2-3 record vs. the spread.</p><p>After 12 games, Alabama has an over/under record of 9-3-0, with their games averaging a combined 169.7 points per game so far. In the Crimson Tide's last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 167 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>Alabama is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 111 points vs. Eastern Kentucky. This figure is more than their season average of 92.2 points per game. On the offensive front, the Crimson Tide have a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, ranking 57th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 51st in terms of percentage and 4th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Currently, the Crimson Tide's defense holds the 241st rank in the nation, allowing 77.5 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Alabama's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 44.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 33.3% this season.</p><h3>Can the Flames Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>The Flames come into today's game against Alabama with a 10-3 record. On the road, they are 1-1 and overall they are 7-2. As of today's game, Liberty holds an 8-3 ATS record. Examining their performance in the last five games, they have gone 3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>In 13 games, Liberty comes in with an over/under mark of 4-6-1, with their games averaging 139.3 points per game. When looking at the Flames' last three games, their over/under record is 1-1, with their games averaging 131 points per game.</p><p>Liberty's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Utah Valley, finishing the game with a total of 79 points. Their season average is now 79.2 points per game. Kyle Rode is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 13.5. Meanwhile, Kaden Metheny also brings a PPG average of 11.7 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Flames' defense holds the 8th rank in the nation, allowing 59.5 points per game. So far, the Liberty defense is giving up an average of 7.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8.6 times per game (329th).</p>

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Liberty Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/23

<p>At 7:20 PM ET, the Giants and Braves square off in an NL matchup. This one is taking place at Truist Park in Atlanta, and the Braves are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -189. The Giants have a record of 41-44, while the Braves are 46-36. Reynaldo Lopez is starting for the Braves, and the Giants are going with Hayden Birdsong.</p>

<p>There looks to be a chance of rain in Atlanta on Tuesday, with the forecasted temperature being 87 degrees. The over/under line is currently 8.5 runs, and the game can be seen on BSSO. In the NL West, the Giants are in 4th place.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS ATLANTA BRAVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline +159</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:20 ET on Tuesday, July 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE GIANTS VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Giants 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>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>The Giants's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Dodgers, closing out their series with a 10-4 win. After allowing one run to the Dodgers in the top of the first, the Giants responded with two runs of their own. San Francisco went on to add another eight runs in the 4th inning.</p>

<p>Spencer Bivens got the start for the Giants, going five innings and giving up just one earned run, and picking up the win. San Francisco's offense was carried by Matt Chapman, who went 1/3 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>San Francisco is 41-44 overall and 4th in the NL West, trailing the Dodgers by 11 games. The Giants won two of three in their series vs. the Dodgers. So far, they have gone 15-14 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>As they take on the Braves today, the Giants are looking to get back to .500, as they are currently five games below the mark. San Francisco has been much better at home, going 25-19 compared to 16-25 on the road. As the favorite, the Giants are 24-18 and 17-26 as the underdog. At home, the Giants have dropped five straight games as the road team.</p><p>San Francisco has been a solid bet against the run line on the road this season, going 21-20. The Giants have been outscored by an average of 0.8 runs per game on the road, but their run line record is still above .500. They have been a better bet as the underdog, going 23-20 against the run line.</p><p>The San Francisco Giants are on the road today against the Atlanta Braves. The over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs, which is higher than their season average of 8. The Giants have hit the over in 48 of their 83 games this season, and their games have averaged 9.3 runs per game. The over has hit in 10 of the 16 games where the line was set at 8.5 runs. The over has hit in each of their last four games.</p><p>Hayden Birdsong and the Giants are on the road to take on the Braves. Birdsong is coming off a start against the Cubs in which he went 4 2/3 innings and gave up 3 earned runs. He struck out 5 and allowed 1 home run.</p><p>San Francisco's offense has been pretty average this season, as they are 14th in runs per game (4.5) and are also near the middle of the pack in most other offensive categories. The Giants have been a very consistent team, as they are averaging 4.5 runs per game both at home and on the road. As a team, they are batting .247, which is 11th in the league.</p>

<p>Thairo Estrada and Matt Chapman are the Giants' top two home run hitters this season, and both are also near the top of the team's RBI leaderboard. Chapman has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/26 in his last seven games with three homers and nine RBIs. Heliot Ramos is also a player to watch, as he is batting .294 for the season and has gone deep 10 times.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>The Braves will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Pirates with a 4-2 loss. This was especially tough, as they held a lead going into the 4th inning before the Pirates scored four runs in the top of the 5th. Atlanta was the -198 favorite at home going into the game.</p>

<p>Spencer Schwellenbach had a rough outing, giving up four earned runs on five hits and issuing two walks. The Braves also wasted a big game from Sean Murphy, who went 2/4 with a double, run scored, and RBI.</p><p>Atlanta is eight games behind the Phillies in the NL East as they are 46-36 overall. The Braves are 12-11 against other teams in the NL East and have an overall series record of 16-10-2 this year. They closed out their series vs. the Pirates with a win and took the series 2-1.</p>

<p>At home, the Braves are 26-14 this year and have gone 20-22 on the road. As the favorite, Atlanta is 43-30 and 3-6 as the underdog. Looking at their overall record, the Braves have gone 5-5 over their last ten games.</p><p>When the Braves win, they win big, as they have an average run margin of 3.7 runs in those games. However, when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -3.2 runs. Overall, Atlanta has a run line record of 39-43, and they are 18-22 against the run line at home. As the favorite, they are 34-39 against the run line, while as the underdog, they are 5-4.</p><p>The Braves are 8-16 on the over/under when the line is set at 8.5 runs. Their games have averaged 8.0 runs per game this season, and their overall over/under record is 29-50. Their current under streak is at five games, and their games have had an average over/under line of 9 runs per game.</p><p>Braves starter Reynaldo López has been pitching well this season, coming into the game with a record of 6-2 and an ERA of 1.70. He has made 14 starts and turned in eight quality starts this year. Lopez's most recent outing came on June 26th, where he picked up the win after going five innings, giving up two earned runs, and four hits. He has won each of his last three starts, not giving up more than two earned runs in any of those outings. Lopez's ERA at home is 1.05 compared to 2.48 on the road.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been one of the league's top power threats this season, as his 21 homers is 5th best in the MLB. Ozuna is also 4th in the league with 67 RBIs. He comes into the game batting .300, which is the best mark on the Braves. Matt Olson is 2nd on the team with 12 homers but is batting just .242 for the season.</p>

<p>Over their last 6 games, Jarred Kelenic has been swinging a hot bat for the Braves, going 9/23 with two homers. As a team, the Braves are averaging 4.3 runs per game, and they have been about the same both at home and on the road. Overall, they are 11th in the league in home runs.</p>

San Francisco Giants vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 7/2/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Seahawks face off at 2:00 ET on FloH. The Seahawks are hosting the game at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC. The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -6.5 against UNC Asheville in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNC Asheville Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Even though we have UNCW winning straight-up, we like UNC Asheville at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can UNC Asheville Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>UNC Asheville improved to 5-4 on the season with a 95-81 home win over North Florida on Tuesday, December 17th. The Bulldogs, who were -3 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNC Asheville jumped out to a 43-30 lead by halftime, but the game opened up in the second half, with the Bulldogs scoring 52 points and allowing 51. The total points for the game reached 176, surpassing the over/under line of 162.</p><p>UNC Asheville's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points while shooting 56.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.5%, with strong performances from both inside and outside the arc. They hit 63.2% of their two-point attempts and 45% from three, connecting on 9 of 20 shots from deep.</p> <p>The Bulldogs also excelled at the free-throw line, making 20 of 29 attempts (69%), and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. They dished out 20 assists, with Jordan Marsh contributing 7 assists to go along with his 19 points. Toyaz Solomon led the team with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field.</p><p>UNC Asheville struggled defensively, giving up 81 points on 56% shooting from the field. Their interior defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed their opponent to hit 63% of their two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNC Asheville's defense couldn't contain their opponent, who shot 45% on threes, making 9 of 20 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 69%. The Bulldogs gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can UNCW Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 7-3 on the season with a 79-66 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>UNCW led 37-27 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined points for the game were 145, going over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>UNCW put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 72% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 10-for-32 (31.2%).</p> <p>Donovan Newby led the way with 21 points, knocking down 4-of-9 threes. Zavian McLean and Keeshawn Kellman both shot 8-for-11, with McLean adding 20 points and Kellman grabbing 9 rebounds. Noah Ross contributed 12 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, UNCW's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 49% from the field. Most of the damage came inside, where they allowed 18 two-point baskets on just 25 attempts, a 72% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UNCW's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 10 made threes on 32 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 13 for 61%. UNCW gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs UNCW Seahawks 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>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler 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 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

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

<p>The key race on the <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/horse-racing/">Road to the Kentucky Derby</a> takes place at Gulfstream Park this weekend, as the G2 Fountain of Youth Stakes is the 14<sup>th</sup> race on a busy card in Florida. Big clues could be on offer with the opening leg of the Triple Crown in mind, with the field set to compete over 1 1/16 miles for their share of the $400,000 purse.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-race-information-amp-history">Race Information &amp; History</h2>



<p>The Fountain of Youth Stakes has been held annually since 1945, with the Grade 2 open to horses aged three. It is the final race before the Florida Derby, which has historically been a vitally important race with the Kentucky Derby in mind. As such, this race has produced five winners of the big race at Churchill Downs.</p>



<p>The most recent of those was Orb in 2013. Forte landed the Fountain of Youth in 2023 to become the Derby favorite, but was ruled out of the Classic on medical grounds.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-leading-contenders">Leading Contenders</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dornoch">Dornoch</h3>



<p>Danny Gargan’s leading contender for the Derby this year will be looking to showcase his talents at Gulfstream Park this weekend. The three-year-old was an excellent winner of the G2 Remsen Stakes in muddy conditions in December, and that form has been franked following Sierra Leone’s excellent win in the G2 Risen Star.</p>



<p>Dornoch has previous winning experience over this distance after breaking his maiden over 1 1/16 miles at Keeneland in October. However, the one concern would be that he could have something to find on ratings this weekend.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-locked">Locked</h3>



<p>Todd Pletcher has an excellent record in the Fountain of Youth after winning the race on four previous occasions. A fifth win in the contest could be on the cards this weekend with the talented Locked. The three-year-old will be making his long-awaited return to the track for the first time this year after previously finishing third in the G1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile.</p>



<p>He was a high class performer as a two-year-old last season, which included a stunning victory in the G1 Breeders’ Futurity over 1 1/16 miles. Once again, he holds extremely solid claims this weekend.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-speak-easy">Speak Easy</h3>



<p>Todd Pletcher’s best chance in the race this weekend could come in the form of the unexposed Speak Easy. Irad Ortiz takes the ride on the talented three-year-old, who has made just one career start to date.</p>



<p>However, it was hard not to have been taken by that victory after he got the better of Victory Avenue over seven furlongs at Gulfstream, recording a speed rating of 114. Those two will once again do battle this weekend, and both will have leading claims of victory in this key trial for the Derby.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-fountain-of-youth-stakes-prediction">Fountain of Youth Stakes Prediction</h2>



<p>A typically wide-open renewal of the Fountain of Youth is set for this weekend, with Pletcher holding the keys. Speak Easy looks primed for an improved effort over this extended trip, and he looks a solid play for exotics.</p>



<p>As does Locked. We are happy to fade Dornoch this weekend, as there is a belief that he is major player on slower ground. Victory Avenue could have the most upside over this extended distance as a son of Arrogate. He was held by Speak Easy over a shorter distance, but we could see a huge performance from him over 1 1/16 miles on Saturday.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Victory Avenue</strong></p>



<p><strong>Exacta Box: (1) Speak Easy/ (3) Victory Avenue/ (8) Locked</strong></p>

Gulfstream Park- G2 Fountain of Youth Stakes Preview &amp; Prediction

<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wings and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Red Wings come into this Atlantic division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canadiens winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Red Wings Ready for a Win at Montreal?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-15-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Buffalo scored first, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second period to secure the win. Both of the Red Wings’ goals came on the power play, courtesy of Dylan Larkin.</p><p>Detroit's offense was held scoreless until the second period, when Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season, both on power plays. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin's first goal, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist. Lucas Raymond notched his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Red Wings gave up the first goal of the game at 11:39 in the first period, but they locked things down from there, not allowing another goal. Cam Talbot finished with 31 saves and a 96.9% save percentage. Detroit's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p><h3>Can the Canadiens Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 13-16-3. The Canadiens were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Christian Dvorak scored Montreal’s only goal at 14:28 in the third period. The Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15 in the final period.</p><p>Montreal's offense managed 26 shots on goal but only found the net once in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak scored his first goal of the season, coming 5:32 into the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh.</p> <p>The Canadiens were held scoreless through the first two periods and struggled with 20 giveaways. They failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities and did not score on an empty net.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals of the game, with both coming from Sidney Crosby. The first was at 15:57 in the first period, and the second was a power-play goal at 18:40 in the second. After the Canadiens made it 2-1 in the third, they allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left, leading to a 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p>

Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Warriors (-137) will take on the 76ers (+113) in Philadelphia. Golden State (22-25) is favored by 2.5 over Philadelphia (30-19), and this non-conference matchup will be played at the Wells Fargo Center.</p>

<p>This game will be shown on ESPN, and the over/under line is currently at 237 points. The Warriors are 11th in the Western Conference, while the 76ers are 5th in the East and have lost two straight.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, February 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-112 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Tyrese Maxey finishing with Tyrese Maxey points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 9 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Golden State Pull Off A Win at Wells Fargo Center?</h3><p>Golden State is favored by 2.5 points today against the 76ers. As the favorite, the Warriors have gone 18-10 this season, and they have covered the spread in their last three games as the favorite.</p>

<p>On average, the Warriors' games have scored 237.1 points this season, which is right on par with today's O/U line of 237. Their games have averaged a combined 232 points per game.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Warriors are 23-23 this season, including a 13-8 record on the road. Their ATS win vs. the Nets was their third straight, and they are 11-17 ATS as the favorite.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Warriors defeated the Nets by a score of 109-98. The O/U line for that game was 239 points, and Golden State was favored by 1 point.</p>

<p>Currently, the Warriors are 11th in the Western Conference with a record of 22-25. In the Pacific Division, they are 5th. Against other Western Conference teams, the Warriors are 12-19 compared to 10-6 against the East.</p><p>Heading into their matchup against the 76ers, the Warriors are one of the top scoring teams in the league, averaging 118.7 points per game (8th). Interestingly, they have actually been better on the road, averaging 119.2 points per game compared to 118.3 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Golden State is 10th in the NBA at 100 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 18th in the league at 47%. However, they have been one of the best three-point shooting teams, ranking 4th in both makes (14.8) and attempts (39.6) per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Warriors have outscored the NBA scoring average in 59.6% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 7th in the league at 28.4 per game. When it comes to free throws, Golden State is right around the league average, ranking 15th in both makes (17.9) and attempts (22.6) per game.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Warriors will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 118.4 points per game (22nd). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Warriors are forcing 13.9 per game, which is 24th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 27th in blocked shots at 4 per game.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Today, the 76ers are looking to end a two-game losing streak after falling to the Mavericks by a score of 118-102. Philadelphia was a 3-point underdog in that game and has now gone 3-10 as the underdog this season.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the 76ers are 16-9 at home and 14-10 on the road. Their ATS record for the season is 30-19 and they have failed to cover the spread in their last three home games.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, the 76ers are 29-20 this season. In their last game, the O/U line was 242.5, and they combined with the Mavericks for 220 points. This season, their games have averaged 232.1 points.</p>

<p>Currently, the 76ers are 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 30-19. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 19-12 and 11-7 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>As for their ATS record, the 76ers are 30-19 this season. They are 3rd in the Eastern Conference and are 2.5-point underdogs today against the Warriors.</p><p>Heading into tonight's game, the 76ers are 7th in the NBA in scoring at 118.8 points per game. At home, they are averaging 120.3 points per game compared to 117.2 on the road.</p>

<p>Philadelphia leads the league in both free throw attempts and makes, getting to the line an average of 27.2 times per game. In terms of pace, they are 17th at 98.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the 76ers are 26th in attempts and 19th in three-point shooting percentage at 36%. Overall, they are 15th in field goal percentage.</p><p>On defense, the 76ers come into the game ranked 14th in the league in points allowed at 113.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 126 points per contest (15th). Inside the arc, the 76ers defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 54.9% and 34.5% from three-point territory.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/7/24

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<p>The <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/suns-vs-bucks-game-6-free-pick-prediction-07-18-21/">NBA Finals</a> will overshadow all of the MLB games tonight, but there are still some good betting opportunities out there if you look hard enough. Take, for instance, the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees. Interleague action in the Bronx means that the Phils will add another hitter for this matchup, as we have the National League team as a road favorite in the -130 range at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a> with a total of 9.</p>



<p>It will be Aaron Nola in his return from COVID-19 against Domingo German. Let’s see what tonight’s game has in store.</p>



<h2 id="h-philadelphia-phillies"><strong><u>Philadelphia Phillies</u></strong></h2>



<p>The Phillies are having an excellent month of July and could very well be the team to knock off the Mets in the NL East Division. Philadelphia was one of a handful of teams to have Monday off on the heels of taking three out of four from Miami to start the second half. That series win pushed the Phillies out to 10-4 in July.</p>



<p>The Phils were rooting for the Reds in last night’s crazy back-and-forth game between the Mets and Cincinnati, but the New York side was the winning side and now Philadelphia sits 2.5 games back. The Phillies are 47-45 with a negative run differential, so we’ll have to watch for some signs of regression out of them.</p>



<p>After all, this is a Phillies offense that ranks 14th in wOBA and only has a 94 wRC+, one of two teams in the top 16 in wOBA that have a wRC+ below league average. The other is the Reds, oddly enough. Philadelphia’s offensive production has come from a variety of sources, as nobody stands out in a huge way except for Bryce Harper, but guys like J.T. Realmuto, Rhys Hoskins, and Andrew McCutchen have all chipped in.</p>



<p>The strength of the Phillies roster is the rotation. Aaron Nola has actually not been as good as expected this season with a 4.53 ERA, but you can see a lot of bad luck in his profile based on a 3.86 xERA, a 3.47 FIP, and a 3.37 xFIP. Nola has a .331 BABIP against and just a 71.3% LOB%, even though his Hard Hit% is much better than league average at 36.8% and he’s struck out just under 30% of opposing batters.</p>



<p>Nola has not pitched since July 6 and was not pitching well when he hit the COVID-19 IL. Nola had allowed 17 runs on 23 hits in his last four starts before battling the illness. He was rocked by San Francisco, Miami, and Chicago, so one good offense and two bad ones. It is definitely fair to wonder how he’ll end up tonight.</p>



<h2 id="h-new-york-yankees"><strong><u>New York Yankees</u></strong></h2>



<p>Speaking of COVID issues, the Yankees have some of their own, as their offense will take the field tonight without Aaron Judge and Gio Urshela once again. The Yankees are also missing Kyle Higashioka, Nestor Cortes, Jonathan Loaisiga, and Wandy Peralta due to contact tracing. The shorthanded Yankees are also missing Luke Voit, Miguel Andujar, Clint Frazier, Aaron Hicks, and several other pitchers due to injury.</p>



<p>Fortunately, Brian Cashman has put together some pretty good depth with this organization, so the Yankees can survive those kind of hits. Certainly the lineup could look a lot stronger, but there are enough pieces to get by. The Yankees offense ranks 13th in wOBA and has been on the rise of late, as some of the hard contact is finally starting to pay off.</p>



<p>The Yankees have spent most of the year in the top five in Hard Hit%, meaning that they’ve had a lot of batted balls with exit velocities of 95+ mph. They just haven’t had much to show for it, especially with runners in scoring position, where they rank 26th in wOBA. If they can start to capitalize on more of their run-scoring chances, then we could see a boost in their record.</p>



<p>Domingo German gets the call tonight with a 4.72 ERA and a 4.65 FIP. He’s pitched 82 innings over 15 starts and three relief appearances this season after missing all of last year with a domestic violence suspension. He’s given up 16 home runs, which has been the root cause of his issues. Otherwise, he’s only allowed a hit per inning with a BABIP against of .282. His K and BB numbers are decent and so are his other peripherals. The home run has just been the problem.</p>



<p>The Yankees bullpen has been a problem recently as well. Aroldis Chapman’s stuff quality has gone down. Loaisiga was pitching in high-leverage and he is in the protocols. Darren O’Day is also hurt. At least Zach Britton recently returned, but Aaron Boone has had to do some shuffling down there.</p>



<h2 id="h-phillies-vs-yankees-free-pick"><strong><u>Phillies vs. Yankees Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>Tough game here on a Tuesday because Nola hasn’t pitched in two weeks and German has only thrown six relief innings since June 30 after losing his rotation spot. The two offenses have largely been hit or miss, though we have seen a lot of offense lately as pitchers try to get back into rhythm. With Nola struggling before contracting COVID and German’s home run problem, the over is the look in this one.</p>





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Philadelphia Phillies vs. NY Yankees Free Pick & Prediction 07/20/21

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic will host the Charlotte Hornets in a Southeast Division matchup. The Magic are favored by 13.5 points and have won three straight games. The Hornets have lost two in a row and are 17-51 on the season.</p>

<p>This game can be seen on BSF and will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando. The over/under line for this game is 202.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, March 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 109-106 in favor of the Magic.</li><li>Our projections have Paolo Banchero finishing with Paolo Banchero points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Magic finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Charlotte Have A Chance at Kia Center?</h3><p>Charlotte has lost three straight games as the underdog against the spread, and they are 25-36 on the season vs. the spread as the underdog. Today, they are getting 13.5 points vs. the Magic.</p>

<p>The Hornets are 31-37 on the over/under for the season, and their games have averaged 223.5 points per game. In their last two games, the games have gone under the O/U line.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Hornets lost to the 76ers by a score of 109-98. The O/U line for that game was 209.5, and Charlotte was getting 10 points. This season, they are 17-51 overall and are in 13th place in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Against other Eastern Conference teams, the Hornets are 10-33 and 4-8 against teams in their division. On the road, Charlotte is 8-27 for the season.</p><p>So far this season, the Hornets have struggled to score, ranking 29th in the league at 106.8 points per game. They have been even worse on the road, averaging just 105.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hornets have scored below the NBA average in 67.6% of their games. They are also currently on a two-game streak of scoring less than their season average.</p>

<p>Heading into this game, the Hornets are 28th in field goal percentage at 45%. They have been particularly poor from three-point range, shooting just 35% on the season.</p><p>At this time, the Hornets' defense is positioned 18th in the NBA, permitting 116.7 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Hornets are causing 13 turnovers per game, ranking 19th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 24th in rejections, averaging 4.6 blocked shots each game.</p><h3>Will the Magic Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Orlando has won three straight games and is 40-28 overall, which is good for 5th place in the Eastern Conference. In the Southeast Division, they are in 1st.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Magic have won three straight games and are 24-4 this season. Against the spread, they are 22-6 as the favorite and have an ATS record of 23-9 at home.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Magic beat the Raptors by a score of 111-96. They were favored by 11.5 points and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for the game was 218.5.</p>

<p>On average, Orlando's games have finished with 219.8 points this season. Today's O/U line is set at 202.5, and the Magic have gone 31-37 on the over/under.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Magic are 29-17 compared to 11-11 against non-conference opponents. Their ATS record for the season is 45-23, and they have covered the spread in two straight home games.</p><p>At home, the Magic are averaging 113.7 points per game, which is 20th in the league. Overall, they are 26th in scoring at 110.7 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Orlando is 26th in the NBA, averaging 96.9 possessions per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Magic have outscored the NBA scoring average in 35.3% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, Orlando is 14th at 47%.</p><p>At present, the Magic's defense is ranked 3rd, allowing 109.0 points per game. So far this season, the Magic's defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 5th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 22.8 times per game vs. Orlando.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 3/19/24

<p>At 10:30 ET, this week 14 college football matchup between the Air Force Falcons and San Diego State Aztecs will be played at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. FS1 is handling the television broadcast. The over/under line is currently set at 43.5 points. Air Force is the -3.5-point favorite on the road. The money line odds are -172 for Air Force and +145 for San Diego State. Both teams are 3-8 for the season.</p><h3>AIR FORCE FALCONS VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Air Force Falcons -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Snapdragon Stadium at 10:30 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AIR FORCE FALCONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Air Force Falcons winning this one by a score of 23 to 17</li><li>Not only do we have the Air Force Falcons winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 43.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Air Force Falcons Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Air Force enters Week 14 with a 4-7 record, facing San Diego State. They are ranked 107th in our power rankings and have no chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Falcons are 2-3 at home and 1-4 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Air Force has been favored in only two games this season, going 0-2 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -5.7 points per game, and they have a 4-6 record against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 4-6, with an average line of 42.4 points. Air Force games have averaged 41.4 points, and this week’s line is set at 43.5 points.</p><p>Air Force’s offense has struggled this season, ranking 117th in our offensive power rankings and averaging just 17.8 points per game, placing them 97th nationally. Their passing game has been particularly weak, with only 86.3 yards per game, ranking 129th. John Busha, the team’s leading passer, has thrown for 415 yards with a passer rating of 32, one touchdown, and five interceptions.</p> <p>Air Force leads the nation in rushing attempts, averaging 55.8 per game, and they are 12th in rushing yards, with 220.5 per game. Dylan Carson leads the team with 475 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Cade Harris has 292 receiving yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Air Force’s defense has allowed 23.5 points per game this season, ranking 44th nationally. In their recent game against Nevada, they gave up 19 points but held Nevada to 94 rushing yards on 25 carries, while allowing 268 passing yards and forcing one interception.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 159 rushing yards per game on 32.5 attempts against Air Force. The secondary has allowed 184.2 passing yards per game, with quarterbacks completing 63.1% of their passes and posting a passer rating of 93.7.</p><h3>Are The San Diego State Aztecs Going Win In At Upset At Snapdragon Stadium</h3><p>San Diego State enters Week 14 with a 3-8 record and no chance of becoming bowl-eligible. They are ranked 118th in our power rankings. At home, the Aztecs are 1-3 this season.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve been favored in just two games, going 1-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -8 points, and they are 5-5 against the spread this year.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 43.5 points. San Diego State’s games have averaged 50.9 points, with an average over/under line of 53.2 points this season.</p><p>San Diego State’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 21.5 points per game, placing them 128th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 14. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 34.4%, and their rushing game ranks 99th nationally, with 130.1 yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Danny O'Neil has thrown for 1,951 yards, completing 62.1% of his passes, with 11 touchdowns and six interceptions. The Aztecs are 50th in passing attempts, averaging 31.1 per game. Marquez Cooper leads the rushing attack with 1,180 yards and 10 touchdowns.</p><p>San Diego State's defense has struggled this season, allowing 29.5 points per game. In their recent game against Utah State, they gave up 41 points, including three passing touchdowns and 323 rushing yards. Overall, they allowed 489 total yards but did manage to force one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 204 rushing yards per game against San Diego State, ranking them 154th nationally. The Aztecs have also allowed 221.9 passing yards per game, with quarterbacks completing 66.2% of their passes and posting a passer rating of 98, the highest in the country.</p>

Air Force Falcons vs San Diego State Aztecs Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<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

<p>Planning on watching today's Senators and Ducks game? Catch the action at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, as the Ducks hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Senators come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS 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, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5 goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Senators to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Senators on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Ducks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Ottawa Pull Off A Win at Honda Center?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators moved to 10-12-1 this season. Ottawa entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites and covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 3 goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>Three different players scored for the Senators, with Adam Gaudette starting things off at 14:32 in the first period. Brady Tkachuk added another in the second period, and Tim Stützle sealed the win with an empty-net goal in the third.</p><p>Ottawa’s offense netted three goals on 23 shots in their 3-0 victory over Seattle. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period with his 7th goal of the season. Brady Tkachuk followed with his 7th goal as well, while Tim Stützle added his 6th, capitalizing on an empty net with 2:14 left in the game.</p> <p>Tim Stützle also picked up his 10th assist on Tkachuk’s goal. The Senators had 11 giveaways and were shut out on the power play.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to carry over their performance from their last game, where they shut out the Kraken 3-0. Anton Forsberg stopped all 22 shots he faced, and the defense added 25 hits and 2 takeaways.</p><h3>Can the Ducks Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, the Ducks fell to 9-10-3 this season. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p>

<p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period. They didn’t score until the third period, when Brock McGinn found the net at 9:44. Mason McTavish added another goal for the Ducks with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Anaheim managed 39 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn scored his second goal of the season at 9:44 in the third period, while Mason McTavish also added his second goal, coming on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks were held scoreless through the first two periods and recorded 16 offensive giveaways. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season on McTavish's late goal, and Troy Terry was credited with his fifth assist.</p><p>The Ducks' defense struggled early in their last game, giving up two goals in the first period and another late in the second. They also allowed a crucial goal at 17:43 in the third period, just after Anaheim had made it 3-1. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

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<p>Betting on today's Devils and Blue Jackets game? Catch the action at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Blue Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Devils are favored by -1.5 in this Metropolitan division showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW JERSEY DEVILS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blue Jackets winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+183)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Devils Pull Off a Win at Columbus?</h3><p>New Jersey’s record fell to 21-10-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames found the net at 14:26. They added two more goals, including one with 3:15 left, to seal the win.</p><p>New Jersey's offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the back of the net. The Devils had 19 giveaways and were shut out for the first time this season.</p> <p>New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including a 0-0 tie heading into the third. The Devils now have a 21-10-3 record after the loss.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils were solid through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Does Columbus Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 12-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets, who were underdogs on the puck line, allowed the game’s first goal just 56 seconds into the first period and gave up five goals in total during the opening frame. The pre-game total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9.</p>

<p>Columbus didn’t score until 49 seconds into the second period, when Damon Severson found the net. They added another goal later in the period, but the Capitals had already scored six by that point. Kevin Labanc scored the Blue Jackets’ second goal, but the Capitals added one more in the third period to seal the win.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal but only found 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.</p> <p>Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese recorded his 2nd assist. The Blue Jackets had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Columbus's defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period, including the first at 19:04. They allowed two more in the 2nd and 3rd periods, leading to a 7-2 loss. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage.</p>

New Jersey Devils vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

<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>

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<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

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<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>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 4:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Pacific is favored by -4.5 against Idaho in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Idaho Vandals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IDAHO VANDALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vandals.</li><li>Not only will Idaho pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Idaho Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season continues to be a struggle, as they dropped to 2-8 after a 74-66 road loss to UC Davis on Wednesday. The Vandals entered the game as +6.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread, while the total points of 140 fell just short of the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>Idaho trailed 32-25 at halftime but couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points while allowing 42.</p><p>Idaho's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.4%. They did connect on 85.7% of their free throws, going 18-for-21 from the line.</p> <p>Kolton Mitchell led the way with 26 points, hitting 4-of-7 from beyond the arc and shooting 66.7% overall. Ty Johnson added 19 points, despite shooting 0-for-3 from three, while Niko Rocak contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds, making all but one of his four field goal attempts.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, for a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Idaho's opponents went 5/14, shooting 35%. The Vandals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 43 times, where they made 27 free throws, a 62% success rate. Idaho allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Pacific Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pacific fell to 3-8 on the season after an 81-75 home loss to Portland State on Wednesday, December 18th. The Tigers, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-29 at halftime, Pacific put up a fight in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pacific's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 34.5% overall and 24% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 40%. Despite their shooting woes, they managed to put up 75 points, thanks in large part to their success at the free-throw line, where they hit 31 of 36 attempts for an 86.1% rate.</p> <p>Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points, shooting 60% from the field and 66.7% from three. Elias Ralph, Elijah Fisher, Jefferson Koulibaly, and Shane Nowell each contributed 15 points, with Lamar Washington adding 14 points and 6 assists. Isaiah Johnson grabbed 11 rebounds to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Despite Pacific holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field, the Tigers still gave up 81 points. They allowed 43% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposition hitting 13 of 30 shots. From beyond the arc, Pacific's defense limited their opponent to 6 of 25 shooting, just 24%.</p> <p>Pacific sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 attempts, an 86% success rate. The Tigers also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sabres versus the Kraken? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Kraken are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sabres in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, March 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Kraken picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Kraken on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Sabres Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p><p>Buffalo enters the game with a record of 32-31-5 and sits in 12th place in the Eastern Conference. In their division, the Sabres are in 6th place. On the road this season, Buffalo has gone 15-14-4.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Sabres have gone 18-21-4 this season and have won two straight games when not favored. In their last 10 games, Buffalo has gone 5-5 and they have won two straight games as the underdog.</p></p><p>Buffalo enters the game with an overall puck line record of 37-31, including a road puck line record of 20-13. This season, the Sabres have an average scoring margin of .0 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, Buffalo has gone 29-14 against the puck line as the underdog, and in their last 10 games, their puck line record is 7-3. In their last 10 road games, the Sabres have gone 6-4 against the puck line.</p> <p>The average goal total for Buffalo's games is sitting at 5.9. The average over/under line for the season is 6.4. The Sabres come in with an over/under record of 26-40-2.</p><p>Although Buffalo has a straight up record of 0-3 in their last three road games, they have not held up as well vs the puck line going 1-2. The team averaged 1 goals per game in these games.</p><p>In terms of their offensive performance, the Sabres are averaging 2.9 goals per game this season, putting them in the 21st spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 13th in the league. Coming into the game, the Sabres have a 19-20 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 11-11.</p><p>Buffalo's leading goal scorer is JJ Peterka. So far this season, he has 21 goals, placing him 70th in the NHL. Peterka also comes into the game with 19 assists.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Kraken head into the game ranked 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.8 shots per game against Seattle. So far, they are 21st in shutouts, achieving 3 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has started 40 games this season. His current record stands at 22-17, and his save percentage is 0.836%.</p><h3>Can Seattle Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Kraken have gone 14-14-6 and have lost their last two games. In the Western Conference, Seattle is currently in 12th place and 6th in the Pacific Division. Overall, the Kraken have a record of 28-26-12.</p>

<p>When favored this season, Seattle is 12-6-4 and has been the favorite in 22 of their 66 games. Over their last ten games, the Kraken have gone 4-6 and have lost three straight games.</p></p><p>Seattle has an average scoring margin of -.2 goals per game and has gone 37-29 against the puck line this year. So far, they have 16 wins by multiple goals compared to 12 wins by one goal.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Kraken have gone 9-13 against the puck line and 17-17 at home. Overall, their puck line record is 20-12 on the road and 5-5 in their last ten home games.</p> <p>On average, Seattle's games have finished with 5.6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6. In total, the Kraken come in with an over/under record of 28-34-4.</p><p>Although Buffalo has a straight up record of 0-3 in their last three road games, they have not held up as well vs the puck line going 1-2. The team averaged 1 goals per game in these games.</p><p>Offensively, the Kraken come into the game at 2.7 goals per contest placing 28th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 27th position in the league. This year, the Kraken have recorded a 10-10 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 17-15 record.</p><p>Seattle's current leading scorer is Jared McCann. This season, he has 27 goals, which puts him 35th in the NHL. McCann also comes into the game with 26 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken come into the season ranked 22nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Seattle. For the season, they are ranked 21st in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Joey Daccord comes into the game having made 39 starts this season. So far, his record is 17-14 and he has a save percentage of 0.9%.</p>

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<p>PEAC will be handling the television broadcast as the Ohio State Buckeyes and Michigan State Spartans face off in a week five matchup. Kick-off is set for 7:00 ET from Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. The Buckeyes are favored by -24.5 points, and the over/under line is currently at 49.5 points. Ohio State is 3-0 coming into this game, while Michigan State has a 3-1 record for the season.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes -24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spartan Stadium (MI) at 7:00 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ohio State Buckeyes winning this one by a score of 36 to 10</li><li>Not only do we have the Ohio State Buckeyes winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -24.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 49.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ohio State Buckeyes Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 3-0 with a 49-14 victory over Marshall, but they failed to cover the -40 point spread. The game’s total score of 63 points surpassed the over/under line of 56.5 points. This was a non-conference matchup for the Buckeyes.</p><p></p><p>Ohio State was tied 7-7 after the first quarter but took a 28-14 lead by halftime. The Buckeyes then shut out Marshall in the second half while adding 21 points of their own.</p><p>Ohio State's offense was unstoppable in their 49-14 win, racking up 570 total yards. The Buckeyes' ground game was particularly dominant, with 281 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Quinshon Judkins averaged 12.4 yards per carry, finishing with 173 yards and two touchdowns. The passing game added 289 yards and two scores, with Will Howard completing 80% of his passes for 275 yards and two touchdowns.</p> <p>Emeka Egbuka was the top receiver for the Buckeyes, recording 117 yards on five receptions. Ohio State's offense picked up 23 first downs and limited their turnovers to just one interception.</p><p>Ohio State's defense will be looking to tighten up after allowing 269 total yards to Marshall in their last game. The Buckeyes gave up 130 rushing yards and one touchdown on the ground, while Marshall's passing attack managed 139 yards and one score through the air on 18 completions.</p><h3>Are The Michigan State Spartans Going Win In At Upset At Spartan Stadium (MI)</h3><p>Michigan State is looking to bounce back after a narrow 23-19 road loss to Boston College. Despite the defeat, the Spartans covered the spread as +4.5 point underdogs. The game’s over/under was set at 45.5 points, but the teams combined for just 42 points, resulting in the under hitting. Michigan State is now 3-1 for the season.</p> <p></p><p>The Spartans fell behind early, with Boston College taking a 3-0 lead in the first quarter. Michigan State managed to take a 10-6 lead in the second quarter, but Boston College outscored them 10-3 in the third quarter. In the fourth quarter, the Spartans added seven points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Boston College.</p><p>Michigan State's offense generated 368 yards in their 23-19 loss to Boston College, with 241 yards coming from the passing game. Aidan Chiles completed 17 of 35 passes (48.6%) for 241 yards, but he also threw three interceptions and ended the game with a passer rating of 35.54. Montorie Foster Jr. was his top target, hauling in four receptions for 87 yards.</p> 
<p>The Spartans' ground game produced 127 yards on 33 carries, with Kay'ron Lynch-Adams leading the way with 61 yards on 15 attempts. Michigan State's offense picked up 21 first downs but failed to score a touchdown through the air, while Chiles threw three interceptions.</p><p>Michigan State's defense will be looking to improve after allowing 303 total yards and 23 points in their most recent game. The Spartans had difficulty stopping the run, giving up 163 rushing yards and two touchdowns on the ground. In the passing game, they allowed 140 yards on just 10 completions, with Boston College attempting 16 passes against them.</p>

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