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<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Friars game? Catch the action at Imperial Arena in Nassau, Bahamas, as the Friars hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN2. The over/under for this game is set at 137 points, and Providence is favored by -5.5 against Davidson in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>DAVIDSON WILDCATS VS PROVIDENCE FRIARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Providence Friars -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Imperial Arena at 7:30 ET on Thursday, November 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PROVIDENCE FRIARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Friars.</li><li>Not only will Providence pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Lock in a Win at Nassau?</h3><p>Davidson’s season took a hit on Wednesday as they fell 104-71 to Arizona. Going into the game as +15.5 point underdogs, the Wildcats not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 175, surpassing the over/under line of 152.5.</p> <p>Davidson trailed 49-37 at halftime and struggled to keep pace in the second half, scoring just 34 points while allowing Arizona to put up 55. The loss highlights the challenges Davidson faces this season, especially on the defensive end.</p><p>Davidson's offense put up 71 points in their last game, despite shooting just 37.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, with a 30% mark from three-point range, hitting 12 of 40 attempts. Inside the arc, they connected on 45% of their shots, going 18 for 40.</p> <p>Anthony Dell'Orso led the way, scoring 21 points in just 18 minutes, hitting 5 of 7 from three-point range. Caleb Love and Connor Kochera each added 20 points, with Love shooting 42.9% from deep. Bobby Durkin also hit 5 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, while Tobe Awaka grabbed 10 rebounds in 14 minutes of action.</p><p>Davidson's defense struggled in their last outing, giving up 104 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 59% of their two-point attempts, with 28 makes on 47 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Davidson's opponent shot 50%, connecting on 11 of 22 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws. Davidson gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Providence Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Providence Friars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Providence dropped a close one at home to Oklahoma on Wednesday, November 27th, falling 79-77. The Friars were +3 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Providence led 34-32 at halftime but allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 135.5.</p><p>Providence put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field and hitting 36.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 12 of 33 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 53.6%, and they also made 17 of 23 free throws, good for 73.9%.</p> <p>The Friars grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists. Kobe Elvis led the way with 26 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 60% from three-point range. Jeremiah Fears added 20 points and 7 assists, while Wesley Cardet Jr. contributed 17 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots and 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Providence gave up 79 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field. They hit 12 of their 23 two-point attempts, shooting 52% inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Providence's opponent went 12/33, shooting 36%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 17, shooting 73%. Providence allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Beavers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN. Oregon State is favored by -12.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 132.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON STATE BEAVERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 132.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Beavers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon State improved to 8-2 on the season with a 74-65 road win over Charleston on Sunday. The Beavers entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 139 fell just under the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon State led 35-26 at halftime and matched Charleston's 39 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Oregon State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.1%. They hit 62.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (5/20).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beavers were solid, making 23 of 29 attempts (79.3%). Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor each contributed 16 points, with Rataj also grabbing 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, hitting 6 of 7 shots for 14 points and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Oregon State's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a strong effort limiting them to 36% shooting from the field. The Beavers gave up 21 made field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon State's defense allowed 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 25 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p><h3>Can Oakland Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Oakland Golden Grizzlies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Oakland improved to 3-7 on the season with a 72-71 win over Loyola Chicago on Sunday. The Golden Grizzlies were +7 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Oakland led 33-27 at halftime, but the Ramblers made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring Oakland 44-39. The game’s total points of 143 went over the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Oakland's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 9 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Miles Rubin led the way with 21 points on 9 of 11 shooting, while Allen Mukeba, Malcolm Christie, and Sheldon Edwards Jr. each added 20 points. Christie and Edwards both hit 6 threes, with Edwards shooting 46.2% from deep. The Golden Grizzlies grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Oakland's defense gave up 71 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field, with 27 made baskets on 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 50% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oakland's defense conceded 9 threes on 27 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%. Oakland allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Oregon State Beavers vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 76ers (-244) will host the Pacers (+202) at Wells Fargo Center. Philadelphia is favored by 6.5 points and the over/under line is set at 226.</p>

<p>Indiana is currently 9th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 10-15. The 76ers are 12th in the East and have won two straight games.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 146-115 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 31 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Pacers Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Indiana's season record fell to 10-15 after a 113-109 loss to the Hornets on Sunday. The Pacers, who were -11.5 point favorites at home, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 222, just half a point under the O/U line of 222.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 28-24 after the 1st quarter but responded with a 38-point 2nd quarter to take a slight edge. Both teams scored 20 points in the 3rd, leaving the Pacers down 83-82 going into the 4th. Charlotte outscored Indiana 30-27 in the final quarter to seal the win.</p><p>T.J. McConnell led the Pacers with 30 points and 6 assists in their 113-109 loss to the Hornets, shooting 73.7% from the field. Jarace Walker added 15 points, hitting 3 threes at a 75% clip, while Bennedict Mathurin and Obi Toppin contributed 11 points each.</p> <p>As a team, the Pacers shot 51.2% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 12 threes at 33.3%. McConnell scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Mathurin added 7 in the final period.</p><p>The Pacers struggled defensively in the 2nd quarter, allowing 35 points, but tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 20. Overall, they allowed 113 points on 51% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Indiana had a tough time defending the three, as the Hornets hit 14 threes at a 48% clip. The Pacers also sent Charlotte to the line 26 times, where they made 19 free throws. Indiana finished with 9 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Does Philadelphia Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Philadelphia improved to 7-15 on the season with a 108-100 road win over the Bulls on Sunday. The 76ers, who were favored by 3 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 208 points fell well short of the 236.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After falling behind 14-4 early, the 76ers took control with a dominant 39-17 2nd quarter. They entered the 4th quarter leading 88-79 and managed to hold off the Bulls, who edged them 21-20 in the final period.</p><p>Joel Embiid's 31 points and 12 rebounds powered the 76ers to a win over the Bulls, with 19 of his points coming in the 2nd quarter. Tyrese Maxey added 25 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds, scoring 12 points in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Philadelphia shot 46.7% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 25% rate. Maxey connected on 3 threes, also shooting 25% from deep.</p><p>After a rough 1st quarter where they gave up 33 points, the 76ers tightened up defensively in the 2nd, allowing just 17 points to help secure a win over the Bulls. Philadelphia also limited Chicago to 21 points in the 4th quarter, finishing the game with 100 points allowed.</p> <p>Overall, the 76ers held the Bulls to 40% shooting, although Chicago did make 19 threes at a 35% clip. Philadelphia sent the Bulls to the line just 12 times, where they made 11 free throws. The 76ers also dominated the defensive glass with 46 rebounds, giving up only 2 offensive boards, while adding 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Indiana Pacers vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/13/24

<p>Betting on today's Capitals and Maple Leafs game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, as the Maple Leafs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Capitals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Maple Leafs should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Toronto Possible for the Capitals?</h3><p>Washington’s 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes dropped their record to 17-6-2. The Capitals allowed the game’s first goal but responded with two of their own in the first period. However, Carolina scored three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p>

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number. Washington, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>In their 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals’ offense was held to just 21 shots on goal and scored twice in the first period. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal. The Capitals recorded 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin’s goal, and John Carlson added his 7th assist. Nic Dowd also contributed with his 2nd assist of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will aim to improve after allowing three unanswered goals in their last game. They gave up two goals in the 2nd period and another in the 3rd. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, but the defense also allowed 44 shots on goal from Carolina. The Capitals recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Toronto fell to 16-7-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. The Maple Leafs were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the game’s 3 combined goals fell short of that mark.</p>

<p>After the Wild scored first, William Nylander tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first period. Neither team scored again until the Wild’s Matt Boldy found the net 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season in the Maple Leafs' 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. Nylander's goal came on a power play, with Auston Matthews picking up his 6th assist and Mitchell Marner adding his 12th.</p> <p>Toronto fired 28 shots on goal but only managed to score once. The team had 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 10:19 of the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Washington Capitals vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/6/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the 9-17 76ers (-212) will host the 15-13 Spurs (+176) at Wells Fargo Center. The Spurs are currently on a two-game win streak and are 9th in the Western Conference, while the 76ers are 12th in the East.</p>

<p>According to oddsmakers, the 76ers (-5) are favored by five points and the over/under line for the game is 217.5. NBCS will have TV coverage for this non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-144 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Spurs Secure a Win at Philadelphia?</h3><p>The Spurs improved to 15-13 on the season with a 114-94 win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday. Playing at home, San Antonio entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread with the 20-point victory.</p> <p>San Antonio took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Portland 35-24. They maintained their lead by winning both the 3rd and 4th quarters 27-25. The total score of 208 points fell short of the 225.5 O/U line.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 30 points and 7 rebounds led the Spurs to a win over the Trail Blazers, as he hit 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Overall, the Spurs struggled from deep, making just 27.8% of their attempts, though they shot 47.3% from the field.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter, while Charles Bassey added 8 of his 16 points in the 4th. Keldon Johnson and Devin Vassell each contributed 11 points, with Johnson scoring 7 in the final period.</p><p>The Spurs' defense was on point in their win over the Trail Blazers, allowing just 94 points. They held Portland to 20 points in the 1st quarter and gave up 25 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>San Antonio limited the Blazers to 39% shooting from the field, including 27% from three-point range, with Portland making 12 threes. The Spurs also sent the Blazers to the line just 9 times, where they made 6 free throws. Defensively, the Spurs recorded 7 steals and 13 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Philadelphia Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 9-17 on the season after a 126-99 loss to the Cavaliers on Saturday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as +9 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 225, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, the Cavaliers pulled away, outscoring the 76ers 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Cleveland extended their lead with a 10-0 run, taking the score from 107-82 to 117-82, before closing out the game by outscoring Philadelphia 27-23 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers, the 76ers managed just 99 points, shooting 40% from the field and 32.4% from three-point range. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 27 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Maxey scored 12 points in the 1st quarter and added 13 more in the 3rd. Paul George and Ricky Council each contributed 11 points, with George shooting 33.3% and Council 28.6%.</p><p>The 76ers struggled defensively against the Cavaliers, giving up 126 points on 53% shooting. Cleveland scored at least 30 points in each of the first three quarters, including 36 in the 2nd.</p> <p>Philadelphia allowed 22 three-pointers, with the Cavaliers hitting 51% from deep. The 76ers sent Cleveland to the line 15 times, where they made 8 free throws.</p>

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<p>The Lightning and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under for this Atlantic division contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Panthers being favored by -1.5 at home against the Lightning.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>With the Panthers being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Lightning (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Lightning Have What it Takes in Sunrise?</h3><p>Tampa Bay fell to 18-11-2 after a 7-4 loss to the Jets. The Lightning initially led 2-0, but their defense faltered, allowing seven unanswered goals. Tampa Bay was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Lightning in this one. They held a 2-0 lead in the first period but couldn’t hold on. The game was tied 4-4 in the third before the Jets pulled away with three straight goals.</p><p>Brandon Hagel opened the scoring for the Lightning with his 7th goal of the season, while Brayden Point followed with his 8th, which came on a power play. Mitchell Chaffee added his 4th goal, and Nikita Kucherov found the net for the 10th time this season.</p> <p>The Lightning took 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways. They finished with 4 assists in the 7-4 loss to Winnipeg.</p><p>Defensively, the Lightning will need to regroup after allowing 7 goals to the Jets. Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with a save percentage of 84.4%. Tampa Bay's defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 16 hits. The Lightning were tied 4-4 in the 3rd period, but their defense gave up a goal at the 7:38 mark and two more late in the period, both empty-netters.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Florida improved to 22-11-2 with a 4-2 road win over the Stars. The Panthers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals went under, with the teams combining for 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, with A.J. Greer breaking a 2-2 tie at 2:32 in the third period. Sam Reinhart added an empty-net goal to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina’s offense took 25 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Dallas. A.J. Greer scored his first goal of the season in the third period, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th with an empty-netter. The Panthers had 16 giveaways and scored once on the power play.</p> <p>Carolina’s scoring was spread out, with four different players finding the net. They opened the scoring with Evan Rodrigues’ third goal of the season in the first period. Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal in the second period.</p><p>Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, helping the Panthers secure a 4-2 victory over the Stars. Defensively, Florida recorded 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the second period, the Panthers' defense held firm in the third, not giving up another goal.</p>

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (9-19) will take on the Dallas Mavericks (18-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 10 points and are 4th in the Western Conference, while the Trail Blazers are 13th in the West.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +10</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-134 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Make it Happen in Dallas?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers fell to 9-19 on the season after a 114-94 road loss to the Spurs on Saturday. Portland entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs but couldn’t keep it close, losing by 20 points. The total score of 208 points fell short of the 225.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Portland trailed 60-44 at halftime after a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 35-24. The Blazers couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 27 points in each of the final two quarters.</p><p>In their 114-94 loss to the Spurs, the Trail Blazers struggled offensively, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 27.9% from three-point range. They connected on 12 threes, with Shaedon Sharpe hitting 3 at a 50% rate, finishing with a team-high 25 points.</p> <p>Anfernee Simons also made 3 threes, shooting 27.3% from deep and contributing 18 points and 6 assists. Deandre Ayton added 14 points, shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 35 points, but they held the Spurs to 27 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, Portland allowed 114 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Blazers did a solid job defending the three, holding the Spurs to just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Spurs to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Portland finished with 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Does Dallas Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 18-10 on the season with a 113-97 win over the Clippers on Saturday. Playing at home, Dallas entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The combined score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a strong 2nd quarter, where they outscored the Clippers 31-18, the Mavericks saw their lead shrink in the 3rd. However, they pulled away in the 4th, going on a 10-0 run to seal the game.</p><p>Quentin Grimes led the Mavericks with 20 points, including 14 in the 4th quarter, as they defeated the Clippers 113-97. Grimes shot 87.5% from the field and hit 3 threes at a 75% rate. Klay Thompson added 16 points, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter and another 6 in the 4th.</p> <p>Dallas hit 14 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 45.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyrie Irving each contributed 15 points, with Dinwiddie dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>The Mavericks put on a defensive clinic against the Clippers, holding them to just 97 points. Dallas was particularly strong in the 2nd quarter, where they gave up only 18 points. Overall, they limited Los Angeles to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks were even better, allowing just 10 threes on 27% shooting. They also recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Redhawks and Cougars game? Catch the action at Vadalabene Center in Edwardsville, IL, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 4:30 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have SIUE as the -11.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS VS SIUE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Vadalabene Center at 4:30 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have SIUE winning straight-up, we like Southeast Missouri State at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Southeast Missouri State Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Despite being 11.5-point underdogs, Southeast Missouri State has a chance to snap its 12-game road losing streak when it takes on SIUE. The Redhawks' average scoring margin on the road this season is -16.9 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, Southeast Missouri State has gone 0-12 on the road this season compared to its 4-6 record at home. The Redhawks are also 1-16 when they are the underdogs.</p><p>Against the spread this season, Southeast Missouri State has gone 7-15. On the road, their ATS record is 3-9. As the underdog, their ATS mark is 5-12. Over their last three road games, the Redhawks are 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Southeast Missouri State games is 8-13-1, and today's over/under line of 141.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 144.6. So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 146 points compared to their season average of 140.3 points per game.</p><p>Against Eastern Illinois, the Southeast Missouri State had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 67.3 points per game. They scored 57 points and posted a field goal percentage of 35.6% in the game. Rob Martin is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 11.2 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Josh Earley brings a PPG average of 10.4 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Redhawks' defense holds the 195th rank in the nation, allowing 72.9 points per game. So far, the Southeast Missouri State defense is giving up an average of 7.8 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.2 times per game (606th).</p><h3>Can The Cougars Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>SIUE enters this game as the favorite, as they have been in 14 of their 26 games this season. They have gone 10-4 in those games, and they are 10-2 at home compared to just 1-10 on the road.</p>

<p>The Cougars have won their last three games at home, and they are 8-2 in their last 10 games at Vadalabene Center. Their average scoring margin at home this season is +7.3.</p><p>As the favorite this season, SIUE has gone 8-6 vs. the spread. At home, the Cougars are 8-4 ATS this year and 5-4 over their last 10 games in Edwardsville. Over their last three home games, SIUE is just 1-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for SIUE games is 12-11. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 with an average of 150 points compared to an average over/under line of 141.5. On the year, the average scoring total in their games is 138.4 points.</p><p>SIUE's offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 91 points against Lindenwood. They had an overall field goal percentage of 48.4% and made 19/26 free throws. Leading SIUE in scoring vs. Lindenwood was Lamar Wright with his 20 points. Damarco Minor also added 16 points for the Cougars.</p><p>So far, the Cougars' defense is ranked 95th in the country at 68.8 points per contest. So far, the SIUE defense is giving up an average of 8.1 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.8 times per game (400th).</p>

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs SIUE Cougars Betting Pick & Prediction 2/17/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Panthers and Bulldogs. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on FS2, and it's hosted by the Bulldogs at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 138.5 points, and Butler is favored by -22 against Eastern Illinois in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Illinois Panthers +22</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 6:30 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN ILLINOIS PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Butler winning straight-up, we like Eastern Illinois at +22.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Eastern Illinois Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Eastern Illinois improved to 6-1 on the season with a 72-59 win over Northern Illinois on Friday, November 29th. The Panthers, who were favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 31-24 at halftime, Eastern Illinois scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35 to the Huskies. The Panthers’ defense and efficient scoring after the break helped them secure the win.</p><p>Eastern Illinois put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.1% (23/45) and a three-point percentage of just 23.1% (3/13). They also connected on 77.3% of their free throws, going 17/22 from the line.</p> <p>The Panthers recorded 9 offensive rebounds and 11 assists. Nakyel Shelton led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, while James Dent Jr. added 20 points and 9 boards, hitting 5 threes on 14 attempts. Kooper Jacobi contributed 19 points and 16 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p><p>Eastern Illinois held their opponent to 59 points, despite allowing them to shoot 44% from the field. The Panthers gave up 23 two-point baskets on 45 attempts, a 51% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Illinois limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. The Panthers also sent the other team to the line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 77%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bulldogs?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler picked up their first win of the season, moving to 1-5, with an 87-77 road victory over Mississippi State on Friday. The Bulldogs were +8.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Butler led 40-34 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 47 points while allowing 43. The game’s total points reached 164, surpassing the over/under line of 145.5.</p><p>Butler's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points with a field goal percentage of 52.8%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 64.2%, thanks in part to their 54.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>Jahmyl Telfort led the way with 24 points, shooting 57.1% from three-point range. Riley Kugel, Josh Hubbard, and Pierre Brooks II each added 22 points, with Brooks also grabbing 9 rebounds and hitting 60% of his threes.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points in their last game, even though they held their opponent to just 37% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 19 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 45% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Butler's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they capitalized by hitting 18 free throws, shooting 85%. Butler also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/3/24

<p>The Ravens are favored on the money line at -210 as they prepare to take on the Texans at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th. The Texans are the underdog at +176, and the point spread favors the Ravens by -4. The over/under line is set at 47.5 points for this week 17 AFC matchup, which is being televised on NFLX.</p><h3>BALTIMORE RAVENS VS HOUSTON TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans +4</p><p>This game will be played at NRG Stadium at 4:30 ET on Wednesday, December 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 29 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Ravens Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 10-5 record, the Ravens sit 5th in our power rankings and have a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They’ve won two straight games, including a 34-17 victory over the Steelers in week 16. Baltimore was a 7-point favorite in that game and covered the spread, improving their ATS record to 8-6-1. Their O/U record stands at 12-3, with the over hitting in their last two games.</p> <p>Heading into week 17, the Ravens have a 52.6% chance of winning the AFC North. They are 3-2 in division games and 6-4 in conference play. Baltimore is 5-2 at home and 5-3 on the road.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Ravens at the top heading into week 17. They lead the NFL in yards per game with 423.7 and are 3rd in points per game, averaging 30.1. Baltimore ranks 5th in passing yards per game, despite being 26th in pass attempts. They lean heavily on the run game, ranking 3rd in attempts and 2nd in rushing yards per game with 181.2. On 3rd downs, the Ravens convert 48.2% of the time, which is 3rd best in the NFL, but they are 30th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson threw for 207 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 16, posting a passer rating of 115. Derrick Henry had 24 carries for 162 yards, and Zay Flowers led the team with 5 catches for 100 yards. Baltimore scored in every quarter against the Steelers, putting up 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters. Before that, Jackson had a 5-touchdown game in week 15, and he threw for 237 yards in week 14.</p><p>Despite giving up 117 rushing yards to the Steelers, the Ravens' defense came away with a 34-17 win. They allowed 198 passing yards on 22 completions, with Pittsburgh finishing with 315 total yards. Baltimore's defense also forced one interception and recorded three sacks.</p>
<p>On the day, the Ravens held Pittsburgh to a 40% third-down conversion rate and won the battle in quarterback hits, finishing with a +6 differential. Even though the Steelers managed to run for 117 yards, they averaged 4.9 yards per attempt.</p><h3>Are The Texans Going Win In At Upset At NRG Stadium</h3><p>Despite their week 16 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans have locked up the AFC South with a 9-6 record. They are 4-1 in the division and 7-3 in conference play, putting them 4th in the AFC standings. Our power rankings have them 11th heading into week 17, when they will host the Ravens.</p> <p>Houston has a +1.3 scoring margin this season and is 6-8-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 as favorites and 2-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-9-1, with their games averaging 44.9 points (O/U line: 44.8).</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 23.1 points per game, which places them 13th in the NFL. They are 20th in passing yards per game (213.7) and 18th in rushing yards per game (109.6), with 25.9 rushing attempts per game. On 3rd down, they rank 15th with a conversion rate of 38.2%, and they are 19th in red zone conversions, scoring on 21.6% of their opportunities.</p> <p>In week 16, C.J. Stroud threw for 244 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions against the Chiefs, completing 23 of 39 passes. Joe Mixon led the team in rushing with 57 yards on 14 carries, while Tank Dell had 6 catches for 98 yards and a touchdown. Dell is now out for the season with a knee injury.</p><p>In their 27-19 loss to the Chiefs, the Texans' defense allowed 375 total yards and 124 rushing yards on 28 attempts. They gave up 251 passing yards, with Kansas City completing 68.3% of their passes. Houston struggled on third downs, allowing the Chiefs to convert 53.8% of their chances.<p></p>The Texans' defense managed just one sack in the game and struggled to generate consistent pressure, as they lost the quarterback hit and tackles for loss differentials. Giving up 27 points, Houston's defense was unable to slow down the Chiefs' offense enough to come out with a win.</p>

Baltimore Ravens vs Houston Texans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/25/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Islanders and Senators. The game is starting at 5:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Senators at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Senators are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Islanders in a Eastern conference matchup.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS OTTAWA SENATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ottawa Senators -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre at 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OTTAWA SENATORS:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Senators should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Senators on the moneyline</li><li>The Senators should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Islanders Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>The Islanders fell to 10-11-7 with a 5-2 road loss to the Rangers. As underdogs on the puck line, New York failed to cover, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Casey Cizikas put the Islanders on the board at 15:22 in the second period. Brock Nelson added another goal for New York with just 8 seconds left in the second, cutting the Rangers’ lead to 3-2. However, the Islanders couldn’t score in the third, and the Rangers added two more goals to seal the win.</p><p>The Islanders fired 37 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 5-2 loss to the Rangers. Casey Cizikas scored his first goal of the season, while Brock Nelson added his fifth, with Nelson’s goal coming just 8 seconds before the second period ended.</p> <p>New York had 23 giveaways, and none of their goals came on the power play. Pierre Engvall picked up his first assist of the season on Cizikas’s goal, and Simon Holmstrom recorded his fourth assist.</p><p>The Islanders' defense gave up the first goal just 3:44 into the game and allowed two more in the second period. After closing the gap to 3-2, they conceded twice in the third, including an empty-netter. Ilya Sorokin made 35 saves with an 89.7% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Ottawa Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators moved to 12-12-2 for the season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals was never in danger, as the combined score reached just 3.</p> 

<p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players, and they kept Seattle off the board entirely. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 14:32 in the first period.</p><p>In their 3-0 win over the Kraken, Ottawa's offense was led by Adam Gaudette, who netted his 7th goal of the season at 14:32 in the first period. Brady Tkachuk followed with his 7th goal as well, scoring at 8:49 in the second period. Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the season, with 2:14 left in the game.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless on the power play. They recorded 11 giveaways and had 5 assists on their 3 goals.</p><p>Anton Forsberg was perfect in net, stopping all 22 shots from the Kraken and posting a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p>

New York Islanders vs Ottawa Senators Betting Pick & Prediction 12/8/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-991) will host the Utah Jazz (+640) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are favored by 14 points, and the over/under line is set at 232.5.</p>

<p>Utah comes into this game with a 7-20 record, which puts them 14th in the Western Conference. They have won two games in a row. Cleveland is 25-4 and has won four straight. They are currently the top team in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +14</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-130 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Win in Cleveland?</h3><p>Utah improved to 7-20 this season with a 105-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. The Jazz, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 199, falling well short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 24-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, Utah took control by outscoring Brooklyn 31-21 in the 2nd quarter and 25-18 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with a 75-63 lead and held off the Nets, who edged them 31-30 in the final period.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 21 points in their win over the Nets, scoring 14 in the 4th quarter despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 23.1% from three. Svi Mykhailiuk and Collin Sexton each added 18 points, with Mykhailiuk hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>Utah made 14 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 47.7% overall. Sexton and Mykhailiuk both scored 8 points in the 2nd quarter, while Markkanen's big 4th quarter helped secure the win.</p><p>The Jazz put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, giving up just 94 points in the win. They held Brooklyn to 24 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, and a mere 18 in the 3rd. Even with a 31-point 4th quarter, Utah's defense was solid throughout.</p> <p>Utah limited the Nets to 40% shooting, including just 17% from beyond the arc, where Brooklyn made only 7 threes. The Jazz also recorded 11 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Does Cleveland Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 25-4 on the season with a dominant 126-99 win over the 76ers on Saturday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as 9-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 225, just over the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, Cleveland took control by outscoring Philadelphia 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 99-76 lead, the Cavaliers went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 107-82 to 117-82.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on an offensive show in their win over the 76ers, shooting 53.3% from the field and hitting 22 three-pointers at a 51.2% clip. Darius Garland led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 threes at 85.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Evan Mobley added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell contributed 19 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter. Garland scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Mobley added 10 in the same period.</p><p>The Cavaliers tightened up defensively after a shaky 1st quarter, allowing just 69 points over the final three periods to hold the 76ers to 99 points. Cleveland's defense was particularly strong in the 3rd quarter, where they gave up just 21 points.</p> <p>Overall, the Cavaliers held the 76ers to 40% shooting from the field, including 32% from beyond the arc, where Philadelphia made 11 threes. Cleveland also recorded 8 steals and 1 block in the game.</p>

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The Miami Heat made surprisingly quick work of the Milwaukee Bucks. The Boston Celtics took care of business in more dramatic fashion against the Toronto Raptors. These teams will now battle in the Eastern Conference championship series. <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports"><strong>BetAnySports</strong> </a>patrons will have an interesting choice for Game 1, which is slated for Tuesday at 6:30 PM ET at the ESPN Wide of Sports complex.

Miami has had a six-day break after defeating Milwaukee, which may have been a bit handicapped by an injury to Giannis Antetokounmpo, but were clearly outplayed. The Heat has really done the job on the defensive end; of the 16 teams who made it into the playoffs, they have the fourth-best defensive rating.

This has not been an accident, as they have made a lineup change with defense in mind. They took out seven-foot Meyers Leonard and inserted Jae Crowder (former Celtic). This made them quicker to get out and defend the three-pointer, and with Crowder, they have not been hurt on the offensive end; in fact, Crowder shot more three-pointers than anyone else in the series against Milwaukee, hitting 22 of 51 (43%).

Another lineup change that was made upon the team entering the bubble involved putting Goran Dragic back into the starting lineup as a point guard. He had actually been getting comfortable as the sixth man, but rookie Kendrick Nunn, who was late to the Orlando-area complex, had too much catching up to do, and coach Erik Spoelstra had to pull the trigger. Dragic has responded by averaging 21.1 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists in the playoffs. And the combination of him, Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo has posted a +59 plus-minus figure in just 188 minutes in the post-season, after registering that same figure in 475 minutes during the regular campaign.

In the NBA playoff betting odds posted at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bas"><strong>BetAnySports</strong></a>, the Celtics are favored in Game 1:

<strong>Boston Celtics -1.5</strong>
<strong>Miami Heat +1.5</strong>

<strong>Over 209.5 points -110</strong>
<strong>Under 209.5 points -110</strong>

The Celtics are also listed at -130 to win the series, with the Heat at +110.

Boston presents a challenge for the Heat's defensive scheme, which relies more on man-on-man coverage than a zone, because there is so much scoring balance. including three players (Jayson Tatum, Kemba Walker, Jaylen Brown) who tallied more than 20 points per game. And like Miami, they don't have one player who dominates the ball; no one, for instance, has a Usage rate higher than 28%.

But the Celtics did not shoot all that well against Toronto. Tatum, Brown, Walker and Marcus Smart were all under 43% in the series. Triples constituted 44.7% of their field goal attempts, and they were just 33.7% from beyond the arc. And let's keep in mind that Miami has redesigned its defensive approach to jump around and switch, with multiple players able to guard multiple positions, making them, in the words of Adebayo, "more dynamic." Unlike the Bucks, who let opponents shoot threes at will, the Heat has been very good at preventing attempts from downtown - fewer than any other playoff team.

One thing you can expect is for this to be largely a half-court series. The Heat was 27th in the "Pace" category, while Boston was 17th. But the Celts played to a Pace of 96.1 against Toronto, which had more fast-break points than anybody this season, so they wouldn't mind at all being "deliberate." That might play more into Miami's hands; they were second best in the NBA in three-point percentage, and they had the highest ratio of free throw attempts to field goal attempts.

We don't pay a lot of attention to the season series between these two. Boston won two of three, but in none of these was the complete cast of characters on hand, and in each of them, Miami was playing the second end of a back-to-back.

It may have seemed extremely unlikely at the start of all this, especially as the Heat was a sub-.500 road team. But they can get to the Finals. We like them in Game 1 and the series.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Cornhuskers and Rainbow Warriors face off at 10:30 ET on ESPN2. The Rainbow Warriors are hosting the game at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Nebraska is favored by -11.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 145.5 points.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 10:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cornhuskers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>With a 66-49 win over Murray State on Sunday, the Cornhuskers improved to 8-2 this season. Nebraska, favored by eight points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 34-14 at halftime, Nebraska’s defense was strong early. However, they allowed 35 points in the second half while scoring 32. The total points of 115 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.7%. They connected on 35.3% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-17, and were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 8 of 9 shots for 88.9%.</p> <p>Kylen Milton led the way with 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Connor Essegian added 15 points, making 5 of 10 from beyond the arc. Andrew Morgan was dominant inside, shooting 6 of 7 from the field and grabbing 12 rebounds. Nebraska finished with just 6 assists and 6 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Nebraska's defense was dominant, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 30% shooting from the field. The Cornhuskers were particularly effective inside, limiting the other team to 35% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 7 threes on 27 attempts, a 25% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 15 times, where they hit 8 free throws (53%). Nebraska allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 5-3 on the season with a 78-61 win over Charlotte on Sunday. The Rainbow Warriors were -7.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Hawaii led 44-31 at halftime and added 34 points in the 2nd half while holding Charlotte to 30. The total points for the game were 139, just over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Hawaii's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 54.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.4% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-15 from three-point range.</p> <p>Gytis Nemeiksa led the way with 24 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 71.4% overall and 50% from three. Marcus Greene added 22 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, and Jaehshon Thomas contributed 16 points, making both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Hawaii gave up 61 points, their defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, the Rainbow Warriors couldn’t contain the attack, as the other team hit 61% of their two-point attempts, going 27/44.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held the opponent to 5/15 shooting, a 33% clip. The Rainbow Warriors also sent the other team to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws, shooting 69%. Hawaii allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

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Iowa Hawkeyes vs Missouri Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction TransPerfect Music City Bowl

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UConn Huskies vs North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Pick & Prediction Wasabi Fenway Bowl

Iowa State Cyclones vs Miami Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction Pop-Tarts Bowl

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<p>Looking to win big? The Blue Raiders and Volunteers face off at 7:00 ET on SECN. The Volunteers are hosting the game at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Tennessee is favored by -26.5 vs. Middle Tennessee.</p><h3>MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS VS TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Volunteers.</li><li>Even though we have Tennessee winning straight-up, we like Middle Tennessee at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Middle Tennessee Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 7-3 on the season with a narrow 67-65 win over Lipscomb on Thursday. The Blue Raiders were favored by 2.5 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Middle Tennessee led 37-30 at halftime but allowed Lipscomb to score 35 points in the second half while managing just 30 points themselves. Despite the close call, the Blue Raiders held on for the win.</p><p>Middle Tennessee struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit only 59.1% of their free throws. The Blue Raiders managed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 8 assists.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic was a bright spot, scoring 32 points on 12-of-18 shooting, including 1-of-3 from three-point range. Jestin Porter added 14 points, despite shooting 4-of-14 overall and 1-of-6 from deep. Essam Mostafa contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, while Gyasi Powell chipped in 11 points, hitting 2-of-5 from three.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense held their opponents to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 38% (24/63). They limited two-point shooting to 18/42 (42%).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Blue Raiders allowed 6 threes on 21 attempts (28%). Their opponents shot 59% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 22.</p><h3>Can the Volunteers Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Tennessee improved to 11-0 this season with an 84-36 win over Western Carolina on Tuesday. The Volunteers, who were heavy favorites at -36.5, covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Tennessee led 38-15 at halftime and continued their dominance in the 2nd half, outscoring the Catamounts 46-21. The game’s total points ended at 120, falling short of the 142.5 over/under line.</p><p>Tennessee put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.2%. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, connecting on just 29.6% of their threes (8/27). At the free-throw line, the Volunteers were efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts (85.7%).</p> <p>The Volunteers dished out 22 assists and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Chaz Lanier led the way with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 42.1% overall and 42.9% from three (3/7). Jordan Gainey added 17 points, hitting 75% of his shots and 50% from beyond the arc (2/4), while Darlinstone Dubar contributed 13 points, shooting 62.5% from the field.</p><p>Despite Tennessee's defensive efforts, they gave up 36 points in their last game. The Volunteers allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field, with 32 made baskets on 69 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, Tennessee's defense allowed 24 makes on 42 attempts, a 57% shooting rate. They also gave up 8 threes on 27 attempts, with their opponent shooting 29% from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Tennessee's opponent shot 85%, making 12 of 14 attempts. The Volunteers also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Chargers and Chiefs will face off on Sunday, December 8th at 8:20 ET, with NBC handling the television coverage. The Chiefs are the favorite with a point spread of -4 and money line odds of -204. This week 14 AFC West matchup is being played at Arrowhead Stadium, and the over/under line is set at 43 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES CHARGERS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Chiefs -4</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 8:20 ET on Sunday, December 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chiefs winning this one by a score of 29 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Chiefs winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 43 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Chargers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With a 94.6% chance of making the playoffs, the Chargers are in good shape heading into week 14. They rank 14th in our power rankings and have an 8-4 record, which includes a 2-1 mark in the AFC West. This puts them 2nd in the division and 5th in the conference. Against the spread, the Chargers are 8-3-1, including an 8-1 record as favorites.</p> <p>After losing to the Ravens in week 12, the Chargers bounced back with a 17-13 win over the Falcons in week 13. They were 0.5-point favorites in that game and covered the spread. The combined scoring of 30 points fell short of the 47-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 14, the Chargers are 14th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 17th in the NFL with 21.7 points per game and are 24th in passing yards, averaging 198.4 per game. On the ground, they average 112.9 rushing yards per game, which ranks 18th in the league, on 27.3 attempts per game. They are 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 37.7% success rate, but have been strong in the red zone, ranking 5th in the league with a 53.3% conversion rate.</p> <p>Justin Herbert threw for 147 yards on 16/23 passing in week 13, after throwing for 218 yards in week 12 and 297 yards in week 11. He has gone three games without an interception but was sacked five times in week 13. Ladd McConkey led the team with 9 catches for 117 yards in week 13, and Gus Edwards had 32 rushing yards on 6 carries.</p><p>The Chargers' defense came up with four interceptions in their 17-13 win over the Falcons, despite allowing 350 yards of total offense. They held Atlanta to just a 21.4% conversion rate on third down and kept them out of the endzone through the air, although the Falcons did run for 116 yards.</p><p></p><p>Even though the Chargers' defense gave up 234 passing yards, they didn't allow a passing touchdown. Their secondary also limited Atlanta to a 61.5% completion rate and came up with a big day in terms of turnovers.</p><h3>Are The Chiefs Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With an 11-1 record, the Chiefs sit atop the AFC standings and have a 96.3% chance of winning the AFC West. They rank 6th in our NFL power rankings. After a week 11 loss to the Bills, Kansas City has bounced back with two straight wins, including a 19-17 victory over the Raiders in week 13. The Chiefs were 13.5-point favorites in this game but couldn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kansas City is 4-7-1 against the spread this season and has failed to cover in six straight games. Their average scoring margin is +4.5 points per game. The Chiefs’ O/U record is 6-6, with their games averaging 43.7 points per contest.</p><p>Heading into week 14, the Chiefs are 10th in the NFL in scoring, averaging 24.1 points per game, and they rank 15th in total offense with 341.6 yards per game. Kansas City has relied heavily on the passing game, with 35.6 attempts per game (6th), resulting in 229.8 passing yards per game (12th). On the ground, they are 19th in the league with 111.8 rushing yards per game on 27.6 attempts per contest. Despite ranking 21st in first-quarter scoring, the Chiefs lead the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 51.8% success rate.</p> <p>In week 13, Patrick Mahomes threw for 306 yards against the Raiders, completing 26 of 46 passes with one touchdown. DeAndre Hopkins led the team with 90 receiving yards on 4 catches, while Isiah Pacheco had 44 rushing yards on 7 carries. Kansas City scored on just 1 of 5 red zone trips and converted 7 of 16 3rd-down attempts.</p><p>In their 19-17 win over the Raiders, the Chiefs' defense gave up 434 yards, including 318 yards through the air on 23 completions. The Raiders averaged 9.1 yards per attempt in the passing game and converted 25% of their third down attempts. Kansas City defended the run better, allowing 116 yards on 25 attempts (4.6 yards per attempt) and recorded three sacks.<p></p>The Chiefs also won the tackles for loss battle, coming out with one more tackle for loss than the Raiders. Despite giving up two passing touchdowns, Kansas City's defense did enough to help secure the narrow victory.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wolverines? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FOX. The game will be played at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, MI. The Buckeyes are the favorites in this Big Ten conference matchup the against the Wolverines. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS MICHIGAN WOLVERINES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Michigan Wolverines +1</p><p>This game will be played at Crisler Center at 12:00 ET on Monday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MICHIGAN WOLVERINES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Wolverines.</li><li>Not only will Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Buckeyes?</h3><p>Ohio State is looking to snap a two-game losing streak after falling to Wisconsin, 71-60, in their last game. The Buckeyes are 12-4 overall and 2-3 in Big Ten play. On the road, they have gone 3-2 this season, and their average scoring margin away from home is +6.2 points per game.</p>

<p>So far, Ohio State has been favored in 15 of their 16 games, going 11-4 in those contests. For the year, they have gone 10-1 in non-conference action compared to 2-3 in Big Ten play. Their record in road games over their last 10 is 6-4.</p><p>Ohio State's ATS record this season is just 5-11, and they are 4-11 vs. the spread when favored. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Buckeyes are just 3-7 ATS. On the road, Ohio State is 2-3 vs. the spread this year and 6-4 ATS in their last 10 road games.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Ohio State games is 9-7. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 143 and their games have had an average of 143.1 points. Today's over/under line is 147. During their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and their games have averaged 138 points.</p><p>Most recently, the Ohio State offense finished with just 60 points vs. Wisconsin. For the game, they hit 6/18 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 44.6%. Jamison Battle led the scoring for the Buckeyes, contributing 18 points. Additionally, Bruce Thornton chipped in with 13 points.</p><p>So far this season, the Ohio State defense has been performing well, ranking 63rd in the country at 66.1 points allowed per contest. The Ohio State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 71 points and allowed Wisconsin to connect on 6 threes.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><p>Michigan will be the underdog for the sixth time this season, as they look to snap their five-game losing streak. So far, the Wolverines are 2-4 when they are the underdog. At home, Michigan has gone 3-7 this season, and they have lost their last three games at home.</p>

<p>So far, the Wolverines have gone 6-10 overall, and they are 1-4 in Big Ten play. Their average scoring margin at home this season is +2.3, while their average scoring margin on the road is +2.0. In their last game, Michigan lost to Maryland by a score of 64-57.</p><p>Michigan's ATS record this season is just 4-11, including a mark of 2-8 at home. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Wolverines have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Michigan's over/under record this season is 10-5 and today's line of 147 is lower than the average OU line in their games (149.9). So far, 11 of their games have finished with more points than 147. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 139 points and their OU record during that stretch is 0-3. On the season, the Wolverines' games have averaged 157.7 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Michigan offense tallied 57 points in a matchup against Maryland. Their field goal percentage for the game was 39.6%, and they made 5 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Olivier Nkamhoua who comes into today's matchup averaging 16.9. Dug McDaniel also heads into the game with a PPG average of 17.8.</p><p>As they prepare for the upcoming game, Michigan is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 77.8 points per game (265th). In their previous game vs. Maryland, the Terrapins finished with a field goal percentage of 40% and a total of 64 points vs. Michigan.</p>

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