<p>Los Angeles heads into Sunday's matchup vs. the Mets looking for their sixth straight win, and they are the betting favorite on the money line (-149). The Mets, meanwhile, are +129 on the money line, and the over/under line is currently 8.5 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch from Dodger Stadium is set for 8:08 PM ET, and FS1 will be carrying the TV rights for this NL matchup. Sean Manaea will be going for the Mets, and he will be facing a Dodgers club that is 98-64. The Mets are 2nd in the NL East, and they are 89-73 overall.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES DODGERS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline -149</p><p>This game will be played at Dodger Stadium at 8:08 ET on Sunday, October 20th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS DODGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Dodgers winning by a score of 4 to 3</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mets to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 7 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>New York cruised to a 12-6 win over the Dodgers in the most recent game of this series. The Mets had a huge 3rd inning, scoring five of their twelve runs. As for the Dodgers, they scored three of their six runs in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Mets were at +114 on the money line.</p>

<p>Pete Alonso and Starling Marte each homered for the Mets, while Francisco Alvarez went 3/4 with two RBIs. Jesse Winker also had a two-hit game and drove in three runs. Francisco Lindor scored twice and drove in a run while going 2/4.</p>

<p>Ryne Stanek got the win for the Mets out of the bullpen, while Jack Flaherty had a rough outing for the Dodgers, taking the loss. </p>
<h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>Facing a must-win game six on the road, the Mets are looking to even the series against the Dodgers, who lead 3-2. New York finished the regular season with an 89-73 record, going 46-35 at home and 43-38 on the road. As favorites, they posted a 60-39 mark, while they went 36-39 as underdogs.</p> 

<p>New York’s run line record for the season stands at 90-84, including 49-39 on the road. As underdogs, they went 44-31 against the run line. The Mets’ games have averaged 9.1 total runs this season, and their over/under record is 91-78. The over has hit in their last five games.</p><p>Sean Manaea will be looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win vs. the Dodgers. In that start, which came on October 14th, he went five innings and gave up three runs, two of which were earned. Manaea finished with seven strikeouts in the outing. Looking back at his last four starts, he has finished with a no-decision, win, win, and loss. Manaea's ERA for the season is 3.47, along with a record of 12-6. For the year, he has made 32 starts, 15 of which were quality starts. Per nine innings, Manaea is averaging 9.12 strikeouts and 3.12 walks.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Mets are 7th in the league in scoring at 4.7 runs per game. This is also where they sit in terms of home runs, as they have gone deep 207 times this season. New York has been especially good at home, averaging 4.7 runs per contest while playing at home. As a team, they are batting .246, which is 8th in the league.</p>

<p>Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso have been swinging the bat well of late, with Lindor going 9/30 in his last seven games and Alonso going 7/23. Lindor has two homers in this stretch, while Alonso has gone deep two times. For the season, Alonso's 34 homers are 10th best in the league, and Lindor's 91 RBIs are the best mark on the team.</p><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Leading the series 3-2, the Dodgers are at home for game six against the Mets, needing a win to advance. Los Angeles finished the regular season with a 98-64 record, going 52-29 at home and 46-35 on the road. As favorites, they went 97-55 this season.</p> <p>LA’s run line record is 88-84, with a 43-43 mark at home. They’ve covered the run line in 45 of 86 road games. The Dodgers’ games have averaged 9.5 total runs, while today’s over/under is set at 8.5. Their over/under record is 98-69, and the over has hit in their last five games.</p><p>Ryan Brasier is getting the start for the Dodgers today and has made four starts this season. In his 34 appearances, he has a record of 1-0 and an ERA of 3.54. Brasier's WHIP for the season is .96, and opponents are batting .218 this season. The right-hander has a BB/9 figure of 1.61 and a SO/9 figure of 8.04. Looking back at his last outing, Brasier went just one inning out of the bullpen, giving up one hit and one earned run. He didn't give up a homer in that outing.</p><p>Shohei Ohtani and Teoscar Hernandez have been a dynamic duo for the Dodgers this season, as Ohtani is batting .310 with a team-high 54 home runs and 130 RBIs, while Hernandez has gone deep 33 times and has 99 RBIs. Ohtani and Mookie Betts are both on three-game hitting streaks, with Betts having gone 8/22 in his last five games. Ohtani has also gone deep twice over that stretch. Max Muncy and Andy Pages have also been swinging the bat well, with both players having two homers in their last five and four games, respectively.</p>

<p>Overall, the Dodgers have the league's best OPS and slugging percentage, while also leading the league in isolated power. As a team, they are batting .258 and averaging 5.2 runs per game. This season, they have been even better on the road, averaging 5.5 runs per contest.</p>

New York Mets vs Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/20/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators versus the Canucks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Canucks are favored by -1.5 against the Senators.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Canucks to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Canucks on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Ottawa?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 17-13-2 this season. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> <p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period, followed by goals from Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stützle, who added an empty-netter in the third period.</p><p>Ottawa's offense recorded 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle, but still managed to find the net three times. Adam Gaudette scored his 7th goal of the season in the first period, while Brady Tkachuk added his 7th in the second. Tim Stützle capped off the scoring with his 6th goal, an empty-netter in the third period.</p> <p>The Senators fired 23 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists. Tim Stützle's assist on Tkachuk's goal was his 10th of the season. Ottawa was held without a power play goal in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Senators will be looking to build off their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Kraken. Anton Forsberg made 22 saves, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Senators' defense also recorded 2 takeaways, 25 hits, and 14 blocks.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Canucks Chances at Home</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 16-10-6 this season. Vancouver was favored by -1.5 goals, but they failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Vancouver trailed 1-0 in the second period before Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks a 2-1 lead in the third, but the Sharks responded to even the score again. Suter netted his second goal with just 26 seconds left to secure the win for Vancouver.</p><p>Pius Suter led the way for the Canucks with two goals, bringing his season total to four. He scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal and registered 25 giveaways. None of their goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter's first goal tied the game 1-1 in the second.</p><p>Vancouver's defense will look to carry some momentum into their next game after helping secure a 3-2 win over San Jose. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, and the Canucks' defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits. The first goal they allowed came 2:37 into the 2nd period, and the second came with just 1:17 left in the 3rd.</p>

Ottawa Senators vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Canucks and Sabres face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sabres are hosting the game at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. The Canucks come into this non-conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 7 goals.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Sabres winning this game by a score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Sabres on the moneyline (+128)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Canucks Make it Happen in Buffalo?</h3><p><p>As the second-place team in the Western Conference and the first-place team in the Pacific Division, the Vancouver Canucks have been favored in 23 of their 42 games this season. Overall, the Canucks have a record of 28-11-3, and they have won four straight games and seven of their last ten. On the road, Vancouver has won four straight games and has a record of 14-7-2.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Canucks are 4-1, and they have won their last three games. Against other teams in the Western Conference, Vancouver has gone 16-8 this season, and they have gone 9-4 against other teams in the Pacific Division.</p></p><p>On the season, Vancouver has a puck line record of 30-12, including a road puck line record of 16-7. They have 21 wins by multiple goals and have gone 8-2 vs. the puck line in their last ten games.</p>

<p>When favored, the Canucks have a puck line record of 14-9, and their average scoring margin in those games is +1.7 goals. So far, they have 30 wins by more than one goal, and their average scoring differential for the season is +1.3 goals per game.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Vancouver is 6.5. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.5. The Canucks come in with an over/under record of 26-14-2.</p><p>Vancouver has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 5 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Canucks have an average of 3.9 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 1st in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 27th in the league. So far this year, the Canucks are 13-5 in games they have had more shots on goal than their opponent. They are 14-6 in games with fewer shots on goal.</p><p>Vancouver's current leading scorer is Brock Boeser. This season, he has 27 goals, which puts him 4th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Boeser has 19 assists this season.</p><p>Buffalo defense takes on the Canucks ranked 19th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.5 shots per game against Buffalo. They also are 27th in shutouts, with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Thatcher Demko has started 30 games this season. His current record stands at 21-8, and his save percentage is 0.981%.</p><h3>Can the Sabres Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p><p>Buffalo comes into tonight's game with a record of 18-20-4, good for 40 points. In the Eastern Conference, they sit in 14th place and 7th in the Atlantic Division. Over their last ten games, the Sabres have gone 5-5.</p>

<p>At home this season, Buffalo has gone 9-10-1, and they have been the underdog in 27 of their 42 games. When not favored, the Sabres have gone 10-14-3. In the Eastern Conference, Buffalo has gone 13-17.</p></p><p>At home this season, the Sabres have gone just 7-13 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin is at -.4 goals per game. So far, they have 13 wins by multiple goals and five wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>Buffalo's puck line record for the season is at 21-21, and they have gone 17-10 against the puck line when listed as the underdog. In their last 10 games at home, the Sabres have a puck line record of just 3-7.</p> <p>For the season, Buffalo's games have finished with an average of 6.4 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.5. Overall, the Sabres have an over/under record of 19-22-1.</p><p>Vancouver has played well in their previous three road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 5 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Sabres come in averaging 3 goals per game this season, which is 17th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 8th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Sabres offense is 28th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 19th in the NHL.</p><p>Buffalo's leading scorer is Jeff Skinner. So far, he has 17 goals which is 28th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Skinner has 16 assists this season.</p><p>The Sabres defense is currently 19th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.5 shots per game against Buffalo. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 27th with 1 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen gets the start and has made 17 starts this season. His record at this point is 9-8, and his save percentage is 0.66%.</p>

Vancouver Canucks vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bisons versus the Blue Raiders? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Murphy Athletic Center in Murfreesboro, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and Middle Tennessee is favored by -1.5 at home against Lipscomb.</p><h3>LIPSCOMB BISONS VS MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Murphy Athletic Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIDDLE TENNESSEE BLUE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Blue Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Middle Tennessee pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</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>Can Lipscomb Pull Off A Win at Murphy Athletic Center?</h3><p>On Thursday, December 5th, the Lipscomb Bisons improved their season record to 6-4 with a 78-60 win over Southeast Missouri State. Playing at home, the Bisons entered the game as -16.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Lipscomb led 37-28 at halftime and outscored the Redhawks 41-32 in the second half. The game’s total points of 138 fell short of the 145.5 over/under line.</p><p>Lipscomb's offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, and they dished out 21 assists as a team.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic led the way with 20 points on 8-of-11 shooting, while Gyasi Powell hit 5 threes, finishing with 19 points and 4 assists. Dylan Faulkner added 13 points and 9 rebounds in just 19 minutes of play.</p><p>Despite giving up 60 points, Lipscomb allowed their opponent to shoot 48% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 60 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bisons' defense conceded 19 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 54% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lipscomb's opponent hit 10 threes on 25 attempts, shooting 40%. At the free-throw line, they went 10/16, or 62%. The Bisons also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Raiders Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Middle Tennessee improved to 6-3 on the season with a 75-64 home win over California Baptist on Monday. The Blue Raiders entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 148-point over/under line.</p> 

<p>After leading 25-23 at halftime, Middle Tennessee exploded for 50 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41 points to the Lancers.</p><p>Camryn Weston led the Blue Raiders with 30 points on 9-of-17 shooting, including 3-of-6 from beyond the arc, in their latest game. Dominique Daniels Jr. contributed 20 points, but struggled from the field, hitting just 7-of-22 shots and 1-of-7 from three-point range.</p> <p>As a team, Middle Tennessee shot 44.1% from the field and 34.8% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They also hit 15-of-22 free throws and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, finishing with just 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Middle Tennessee's defense allowed 64 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They gave up 26 field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Blue Raiders allowed 18 two-point field goals on 36 attempts, a 50% shooting rate. From three-point range, the opposing team hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%.</p>

Lipscomb Bisons vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

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

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

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

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

<p>Betting on today's Blue Jackets and Oilers game? Catch the action at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB, as the Oilers hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Oilers as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 9:00 ET on Thursday, December 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Oilers winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>The Oilers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Blue Jackets Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 11-10-3 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets, underdogs on the puck line, allowed five goals in the first period. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9.</p>

<p>Columbus didn’t score until the second period, when Damon Severson found the net at 19:11. Kevin Labanc added another goal for the Blue Jackets later in the period.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but only managed to find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second period.</p> <p>Columbus had 13 giveaways and didn’t capitalize on any power play opportunities. Adam Fantilli picked up his fourth assist of the year, and Sean Monahan recorded his fifth assist on Labanc’s goal, which came with 5:24 left in the second period.</p><p>Columbus' defense gave up the first goal just 56 seconds into the game and allowed four more in the first period, leading to a 5-0 deficit. After closing the gap to 6-2, the Blue Jackets conceded another goal at 18:34 in the 3rd period. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but had a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can the Oilers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 13-10-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for Edmonton in this one, and they led 2-0 before Calgary tied it up. Zach Hyman put the Oilers ahead for good with a goal at 9:50 in the third period.</p><p>Edmonton's offense came alive with 31 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Calgary. Leon Draisaitl, who now has 9 goals this season, opened the scoring just 20 seconds into the game. Jeff Skinner followed with his 3rd goal of the year, while Zach Hyman added his 3rd goal on a power play in the 3rd period. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the season.</p> <p>Draisaitl also contributed two assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. Hyman picked up his 2nd assist on Skinner’s goal. The Oilers had 10 giveaways in the game and scored twice in the 1st period before adding two more in the 3rd.</p><p>Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage in the Oilers' 4-2 win over the Flames. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 19 hits. However, they did give up the tying goal at 4:28 in the 3rd period, making it 2-2.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/5/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Owls versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on MWN. The game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, CA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 152.5 points, with San Jose State being favored by -3.5 over Kennesaw State.</p><h3>KENNESAW STATE OWLS VS SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have San Jose State winning straight-up, we like Kennesaw State at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Kennesaw State Stun the Crowd at Provident Credit Union Event Center?</h3><p>Kennesaw State fell to 5-4 on the season after a 94-74 road loss to Santa Clara on Wednesday. Entering the game as +15 point underdogs, the Owls not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the over/under line of 157.5.</p> <p>The Owls trailed 42-29 at halftime and were unable to mount a comeback, allowing 52 points in the second half while scoring 45 of their own.</p><p>Adama-Alpha Bal and Adrian Wooley led the way for Kennesaw State, each scoring 27 and 25 points respectively in their last game. Bal hit 6 of 11 from beyond the arc, while Wooley connected on 3 of 5 threes, shooting 60% overall.</p> <p>The Owls shot 46.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They hit 36.4% of their threes, going 8 for 22, and made 20 of 29 free throws (69%).</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive efforts, they allowed 94 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Owls gave up 17 baskets on 25 attempts from two-point range, a 68% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State's defense saw 11 threes go down on 31 attempts, a 35% clip. They also sent the opposing team to the line 34 times, where they converted 27 free throws at a 79% rate.</p><h3>Is It the Spartans Game to Lose at Home?</h3><h3>San Jose State Spartans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>San Jose State improved to 4-6 on the season with a 107-100 win over Cal Poly on Saturday, December 14th. The Spartans, who were favored by 6 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> 

<p>San Jose State led 45-40 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 51 points. The total points for the game were 207, well over the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>San Jose State's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 107 points while shooting 52.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.5%, with a strong 63.8% shooting inside the arc and 33.3% from three-point range. They also hit 20 of 29 free throws, good for 69%.</p> <p>Sadaidriene Hall led the way with 33 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall and 40% from deep. Owen Koonce added 32 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes for 66.7% from beyond the arc. Mac Riniker was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>San Jose State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 100 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 63% shooting from inside the arc, with their opponents hitting 30 of 47 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, San Jose State's opponents shot 33%, making 9 of 27 attempts. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws.</p>

Kennesaw State Owls vs San Jose State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Pacers (+107) will be in Orlando to take on the Magic (-129). The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is 226.</p>

<p>Orlando (-2) is currently 5th in the East and 1st in the Southeast Division. Indiana is 8th in the East and 3rd in the Central Division. The game will be played at the Kia Center and can be seen on BSF.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers +2</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-109 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 52.2% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Indiana Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Indiana is 35-29 this season after losing to the Timberwolves 113-111. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 8th place and are 3rd in the Central Division.</p>

<p>On the road, the Pacers are 15-16 this season and have an average scoring differential of -2.4 points per game. Against the spread, they are 16-14 on the road and 19-12 as the underdog.</p>

<p>Indiana has gone 33-29 ATS this season, including a 19-12 record as the underdog. Today, they are 2-point underdogs and have gone 2-9 as the underdog in their last 11 games.</p>

<p>The Pacers' O/U record for the season is 34-30, and 63 of their 64 games have had higher over/under lines than today's (226). On average, their games have seen 245.1 points scored.</p><p>Indiana leads the NBA in scoring at 123.3 points per game, and they are also the top-scoring team on the road at 120.6 points per game. The Pacers are 1st in field goal percentage at 50% and are 2nd in pace at 101.6 possessions per game. So far, they have outscored the NBA average in 68.8% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Indiana is 7th in three-point percentage at 37%. They are also 1st in two-point field goal percentage at 58% and lead the league in assists at 30.8 per game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Pacers are 1st in scoring, 1st in field goal percentage, and 2nd in pace. They are also 1st in two-point field goal percentage and 7th in three-point shooting. Indiana is 1st in assists but is just 21st in offensive rebounds. At the free-throw line, they are 22nd in made free throws and 25th in free-throw attempts.</p><p>At this time, the Pacers' defense is positioned 29th in the NBA, permitting 121.8 points per game. Indiana's defense is currently forcing 12.8 turnovers per game, which is 16th 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 the Magic Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando is favored by 2 points today and has gone 19-5 ATS as the home team. At home, the Magic have an average scoring margin of +7.2 PPG. In their last four games at home, they have won all four games ATS.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, Orlando has gone 21-3 and has covered the spread in 11 straight games. Their scoring margin as the favorite is +10.7 PPG. In today's game, the O/U line is set at 226.</p>

<p>For the season, the Magic are 42-22 ATS, including a 21-8 record at home. Their O/U record for the season is 30-34, and their games have averaged 220.2 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Magic lost to the Knicks by a score of 98-74. The O/U line for that game was 207.5, and Orlando was a 2.5-point underdog going into the game.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 37-27. In the Southeast Division, they are in 1st place. Against Eastern Conference teams, the Magic are 26-16 and 11-11 in non-conference games.</p><p>This season, the Magic have been one of the NBA's top teams at getting to the free-throw line, ranking 3rd in free-throw attempts. They are also 6th in free throws made per game at 18.9. In terms of scoring, Orlando is 26th in the league at 110.9 points per game.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Magic are averaging 114.3 points per game, which is 19th in the NBA. However, they have struggled to get their three-point shooting going, as they are last in the league in three-point attempts and makes.</p>

<p>Overall, Orlando is 14th in field goal percentage and 27th in pace. In terms of assists, they are 28th in the NBA at 24.5 per game.</p><p>On defense, the Magic come into the game ranked 3rd in the league in points allowed at 109.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 98.7 points per contest (1st). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Magic are forcing 14 per game, which is 24th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 12th in blocked shots at 5.3 per game.</p>

Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

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

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

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

<p>The Yankees and Guardians face off in an AL matchup at 8:08 PM ET at Progressive Field in Cleveland. The forecast for the game is 63 degrees and clear skies. New York is 94-68 and they are 1st in the AL East, while the Guardians are 92-69 and they are 1st in the AL Central. </p>

<p>New York is starting Luis Gil, while the Guardians have Gavin Williams on the mound. The money line odds have the Yankees as the slight favorite, and the over/under line is currently at 8 runs. Cleveland comes into the game on a two-game losing streak.</p><h3>NEW YORK YANKEES VS CLEVELAND GUARDIANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Yankees Moneyline -123</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 8:08 ET on Friday, October 18th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE YANKEES VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Yankees winning by a score of 4 to 3</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Guardians to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 7 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>Cleveland picked up a 7-5 win over the Yankees in the most recent game of this series. The Guardians had a three-run lead going into the 8th inning, and the Yankees could only muster two runs in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Guardians were at -107 on the money line.</p>

<p>Matthew Boyd got the start for the Guardians, going just five innings while giving up one run and striking out four. Pedro Avila got the win out of the bullpen, and Emmanuel Clase got the save. Clarke Schmidt only went 4 2/3 innings for the Yankees, giving up two earned runs on five hits.</p>

<p>Kyle Manzardo and David Fry each homered for the Guardians, while Jhonkensy Noel scored three times and drove in two runs while going 1/1. Aaron Judge hit a home run for the Yankees, going 1/5.</p><h3>Yankees Records & Stats</h3><p>As the Yankees prepare for game four against Cleveland, they hold a 2-1 series lead and will be on the road. New York finished the regular season with a 94-68 record, going 44-37 at home and 50-31 on the road. As favorites, they went 81-62, while posting an 18-8 record as underdogs.</p> <p>New York’s run line record for the season is 87-82, with a 50-34 mark against the run line on the road. Their average run margin is +0.9 per game. The Yankees’ over/under record is 89-75, and 66.7% of their games had higher totals than today’s 8-run line. The over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>New York is sending right-hander Luis Gil to the mound today vs. the Guardians. He has made 29 starts this season and has a record of 15-7 with a 3.50 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Gil has a WHIP of 1.19 and has issued 4.57 walks per nine innings compared to 10.15 strikeouts. Gil's ERA at home is 6.11, compared to 3.84 on the road. He has allowed 18 homers this season. Gil's last outing came on September 28th, where he took the loss, giving up six earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Yankees are the top home run hitting team in the league and are also 1st in the league in runs scored. Overall, they are averaging 5 runs per game, which is 3rd in the league. Aaron Judge has been a big part of their offense, as he leads the league with 58 home runs and is also 1st in the league with 144 RBIs. Judge is also hitting an impressive .322 for the season.</p>

<p>Right fielder Juan Soto is also having a good season at the plate, as he is batting .288 and is 5th in the league with 109 RBIs. Giancarlo Stanton has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 7/18 with three homers in his last five games.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Facing a must-win game four against the Yankees, Cleveland looks to avoid falling behind 3-1 in the series. The Guardians posted a 92-69 regular season record, including a 50-30 mark at home and 42-39 on the road. They’ve lost two straight games but have won their last two at home.</p> <p>Cleveland’s run line record is 85-84, with a 42-42 mark at home. They’ve also covered the run line in their last two home games. The Guardians’ over/under record stands at 72-85, and the over has hit in their last two games.</p><p>Gavin Williams gets the start for the Guardians today and will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Dodgers on September 7th, where he gave up five earned runs in two-thirds of an inning of work. In his most recent outing, Williams finished with a no-decision, going 5 2/3 innings vs. the Cardinals and giving up one earned run. Looking at his overall numbers, Williams has made 16 starts and has a record of 3-10. His ERA for the season is 4.86, along with a WHIP of 1.37. Opposing batters are hitting .242 off Williams this season. Out of his 16 starts, Williams has turned in three quality starts and is averaging 9.36 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have been the Guardians' top power threats this season, as Ramirez's 39 home runs are 5th in the league, and Naylor's 31 homers are 13th in the MLB. Ramirez also comes into the game with the 3rd most RBIs in the league (118), while Naylor is 6th in the league with 108 RBIs. Over his last five games, David Fry is 4/12 with two homers and five RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Guardians are averaging 4.4 runs per game and are batting a combined .238. This is 14th in the league and below their season-long average. Cleveland has been better at home this season, averaging 4.7 runs per game, which is 8th in the league.</p>

New York Yankees vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 10/18/24

<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Shockers game? Catch the action at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, KS, as the Shockers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Kansas State is favored by -2.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 153 points.</p><h3>KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VS WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wichita State Shockers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles Koch Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WICHITA STATE SHOCKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Shockers.</li><li>Not only will Wichita State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Wildcats fell to 6-4 on the season after a 73-70 loss to Drake on Tuesday. Kansas State was a -1.5 favorite at home but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Kansas State trailed 36-27 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 36 points while holding Drake to 27. Despite the strong finish, the Wildcats couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kansas State's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 7-for-21 from three-point range. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 55% from the line, making 11 of 20 attempts.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 21 assists, with Mitch Mascari leading the way offensively, scoring 25 points on 8-of-10 shooting from three-point range, finishing 8-of-11 overall. Bennett Stirtz added 22 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Coleman Hawkins contributed 16 points and 5 assists, hitting 66.7% of his shots.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's defensive struggles, they allowed 73 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Wildcats gave up 19 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 61% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kansas State's defense conceded 7 threes on 21 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 11 shots, shooting 55%.</p><h3>Does Wichita State Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>Wichita State fell to 8-3 on the season after a surprising 74-64 home loss to Kansas City on Tuesday. The Shockers, who were -13.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Wichita State trailed 38-24 at halftime but showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Kansas City 40-36. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Wichita State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and 15.8% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.9%, and they also had issues at the free-throw line, making just 54.2% of their attempts.</p> <p>Xavier Bell led the Shockers with 21 points, shooting 60% from the field. Babacar Diallo and Jamar Brown each contributed 18 points, with Brown hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. The Shockers managed 13 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Wichita State's defense gave up 74 points while holding their opponent to 38% shooting from the field. The Shockers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 43 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wichita State's defense limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 19 attempts, a 15% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 13, shooting 54%.</p>

Kansas State Wildcats vs Wichita State Shockers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Cardinal face off at 8:00 ET on BTN. The Cardinal are hosting the game at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. Oregon is favored by -5.5 in this non-conference contest against Stanford. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS STANFORD CARDINAL BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stanford Cardinal +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STANFORD CARDINAL:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Cardinal.</li><li>Not only will Stanford pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</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>Taking a Look at the Ducks Chances in San Jose</h3><p>Oregon improved to 10-1 on the season with a 79-61 win over Stephen F. Austin on Sunday. Playing at home, the Ducks were favored by 21.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 140, just over the 135.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Oregon took control early, leading 37-23 at halftime. They scored 42 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 38, letting the Lumberjacks keep it closer than expected.</p><p>Oregon's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 79 points with a 51% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to hitting 60% of their two-point attempts (18/30) and 36.8% from beyond the arc (7/19). At the free-throw line, the Ducks connected on 22 of 32 attempts, good for 68.8%.</p> <p>Matt Hayman led the way with 17 points, while Brandon Angel added 15 on 4-of-5 shooting. Supreme Cook and Jadrian Tracey each chipped in 14 points, with Tracey hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Nate Bittle was perfect from the field, going 3-for-3, including 2-for-2 from three-point range, and added 3 assists.</p><p>Even though Oregon gave up 61 points, they struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ducks allowed 60% shooting, with their opponent hitting 18 of 30 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oregon's defense gave up 7 threes on 19 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they made 22 free throws, shooting 68%. Oregon allowed 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Stanford Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Stanford Cardinal Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stanford improved to 9-2 on the season with a 74-68 win over Merrimack on Tuesday. The Cardinal, who were -15.5 point favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Stanford led 39-30 at halftime but allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game were 142, going over the 135.5 O/U line.</p><p>Stanford put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, thanks in part to hitting 47.8% from three-point range, connecting on 11 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 32 points on 14 of 21 shooting, while Oziyah Sellers added 19 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Jaylen Blakes was perfect from three, going 4 for 4, and finished with 16 points.</p><p>Stanford's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field on 25 of 56 attempts. From two-point range, they allowed 14 made shots on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cardinal allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, with the opponent hitting 47% of their shots. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 65%. Stanford gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Stanford Cardinal NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

<p>The Aggies and Cavaliers are set to face off at 7:15 ET on ESPN2. The Cavaliers will host the game at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 126.5 points, and the Cavaliers are favored to win at home vs. the Aggies.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M AGGIES VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Cavaliers -1</p><p>This game will be played at John Paul Jones Arena at 7:15 ET on Wednesday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-65 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Not only will Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Texas A&M Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Today, Texas A&M is set to face off against Virginia in their eighth game of the season. So far, the Aggies have a record of 6-1. In their away games, they have gone 3-1, while they have a perfect 3-0 record at home. Up to this point, Texas A&M has been solid in terms of covering the spread, sitting at 5-2. In their last five games, they have a 3-2 ATS mark.</p><p>In seven games, Texas A&M comes in with an over/under mark of 5-2-0, with their games averaging 148.7 points per game. The Aggies have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 80 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 79.3 points per game, Texas A&M struggled in their previous game. Against Iowa State, the Aggies scored 73 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 40.6%. On the offensive front, the Aggies have a season-long field goal percentage of 43%, ranking 235th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 358th in terms of percentage and 272nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>At present, the Aggies' defense is nationally ranked 98th, allowing 69.4 points per game. In their most recent game, the Texas A&M defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Iowa State knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 69 points.</p><h3>Do the Cavaliers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Today, Virginia, who is 5-1, will face Texas A&M. In their previous ten home games, which includes last year, Virginia has a 5-5 record at home. Heading into their game against Texas A&M, Virginia's ATS record is 3-3. In their previous five games, they have gone 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>In six games, Virginia comes in with an over/under mark of 2-4-0, with their games averaging 119.2 points per game. When analyzing the Cavaliers' last five games, they have produced a combined average of 70 points per game and an over/under record of 2-3.</p><p>Most recently, the Virginia offense finished with just 56 points vs. West Virginia. For the game, they hit 4/18 three-point attempts and a field goal percentage of 40.4%. The top scorer for the Cavaliers was Ryan Dunn with 13 points, while Reece Beekman also added 12 to the scoreboard.</p><p>In the current season, the Virginia defense has excelled, sitting 2nd in the nation by allowing 53.8 points per game. Virginia's three-point defense is currently 47th in the country at 6.0 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 34.8% of their shots vs. Virginia.</p>

Texas A&M Aggies vs Virginia Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/23

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

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

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Sabres and Maple Leafs face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Maple Leafs are hosting the game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Maple Leafs are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES 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 5:00 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Maple Leafs to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sabres (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sabres Offense Score Enough in Toronto?</h3><p>Buffalo fell to 11-15-4 after a 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres had a 1-0 lead in the first period, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second. Buffalo was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 3 goals falling short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Alex Tuch scored the Sabres’ only goal, finding the net at 11:39 in the first period. Buffalo’s defense couldn’t hold, though, as the Red Wings scored twice in the second period, both on the power play.</p><p>Buffalo's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 loss to Detroit. Alex Tuch scored his 5th goal of the season, coming shorthanded at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres fired 32 shots on goal but were unable to find the net again.</p> <p>Buffalo recorded 13 giveaways and failed to score on the power play. Tuch led the team with 5 shots on goal, and his goal was unassisted.</p><p>Defensively, the Sabres will look to improve after giving up two second-period goals in their previous game against the Red Wings, both on the power play. However, they did keep the Red Wings off the scoresheet in the first and third periods. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the Sabres' defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Toronto as Home Favorites</h3><p>Toronto’s latest game ended in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, bringing their record to 18-10-2. The Maple Leafs were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score reached only 3.</p> 

<p>After falling behind in the first period, Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period, thanks to a goal from William Nylander. However, the Wild scored the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season in the Maple Leafs' recent game against the Wild, scoring on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Toronto took 28 shots on goal but only managed to score once, marking the second straight game in which they’ve scored just one goal.</p> <p>Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist of the season, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th assist on Nylander’s goal. The Leafs had 10 giveaways in the game.</p><p>The Maple Leafs' defense will look to bounce back after allowing the overtime winner to Minnesota just 2:14 into the extra frame. They had previously shut the Wild out after the first period, giving up the game's first goal at 9:41 in the first. Goalie Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense contributed 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/15/24

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<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Hurricanes game? Catch the action at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC, as the Hurricanes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Hurricanes are the favorite to win at home vs. the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PNC Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Hurricanes picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can The Penguins Secure a Win at Raleigh?</h3><p><p>Through 40 games, the Penguins have a record of 20-16-5 and sit 10th in the Eastern Conference. In the Metropolitan Division, they are in 6th place. On the road, Pittsburgh has gone 10-7-3 this season and have won three straight games away from home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Penguins have a record of 8-5-1 this season and have won two straight games when not favored. Over their last ten games, Pittsburgh has gone 6-4, and they have gone 2-3 in their last five games and 1-2 in their last three.</p></p><p>On the road, the Penguins have a puck line record of 10-10 this season and an overall puck line record of 19-21. When looking at their last ten games, Pittsburgh has a puck line mark of 7-3.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Penguins have 14 wins by multiple goals, and their average scoring margin on the road is +.4 goals per game. Pittsburgh has gone 9-5 vs. the puck line as the underdog, and their puck line record as the underdog this season is 9-5.</p> <p>For the season, Pittsburgh's games have finished with an average of 5.8 goals per game. Their average over/under line for the season is 6.4. Overall, the Penguins have an over/under record of 16-21-3.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Pittsburgh has an puck line record of 3-0 while averaging 5 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.</p><p>The Penguins come into the game scoring an average of 3 goals per game, putting them 21st in the NHL. Regarding shots targeted at the goal per game, they are 5th in the league. Coming into the game, the Penguins have a 13-10 record when they have more shots on goal than their opponent. When they have fewer shots on goal, they are 6-6.</p><p>Pittsburgh's leading goal scorer is Sidney Crosby. So far this season, he has 24 goals, placing him 8th in the NHL. Crosby also comes into the game with 19 assists.</p><p>The Hurricanes defense is currently 32nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 25.3 shots per game against Carolina. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 13th with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Carolina, goalie Tristan Jarry has started 26 games in this season. His current record is 11-12, and his save percentage stands at 0.835%.</p><h3>Will the Carolina Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Hurricanes have been a force, going 11-3-4 at PNC Arena. Over their last ten games, Carolina has gone 7-3 and they have won four of their last five. Against the Eastern Conference, the Hurricanes have gone 15-9 this season.</p>

<p>Overall, Carolina has gone 23-13-5 and they sit in 4th place in the Eastern Conference. In the Metropolitan Division, the Hurricanes are in 2nd place.</p></p><p>Carolina comes into the game with an average scoring margin of +.4 goals per game, and their puck line record for the year sits at 16-25. So far, the Hurricanes have won 15 games by multiple goals and have 8 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>When playing at home, Carolina has gone 8-10 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin in those games is +.7 goals per contest. Overall, the team has been favored in 37 games, and their puck line record as the favorite is 14-23.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Carolina is 6.5. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.3. The Hurricanes come in with an over/under record of 21-19-1.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Pittsburgh has an puck line record of 3-0 while averaging 5 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Hurricanes are scoring an 3.5 goals per game this season, ranking 5th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 3rd in the league. This season, the Hurricanes are 19-10 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 4-1 record.</p><p>Carolina will be looking for a good game from Seth Jarvis who leads the team in scoring with 15 goals, ranking 46th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 16 assists so far.</p><p>Carolina defense takes on the Penguins ranked 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 25.3 shots per game against Carolina. They also are 13th in shutouts, with 2 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Antti Raanta gets the start and has made 14 starts this season. His record at this point is 8-5, and his save percentage is 0.437%.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's RedHawks and Catamounts game? Catch the action at Patrick Gymnasium in Burlington, VT, as the Catamounts hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 130.5 points, with Vermont being favored by -3.5 over Miami (OH).</p><h3>MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS VS VERMONT CATAMOUNTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vermont Catamounts -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Patrick Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VERMONT CATAMOUNTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Catamounts.</li><li>Not only will Vermont pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the RedHawks Grab a Win in Burlington?</h3><p>Miami (OH) fell to 5-3 on the season after a 76-57 road loss to Indiana on Friday. The RedHawks entered the game as +18.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined 133 points fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Miami (OH) trailed 39-36 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 21 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Miami (OH) struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 30.8% from the field and scoring 57 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40%, and they hit 11 of 32 three-point attempts, shooting 34.4% from deep. They also struggled from the free-throw line, making only 6 of 11 attempts (54.5%).</p> <p>Malik Reneau led the team with 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Myles Rice added 17 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots overall and 2 of 3 from three-point range. Oumar Ballo contributed 14 points and 18 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field and dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Even with Miami (OH) allowing 76 points, their defense struggled, giving up 53% shooting from the field. The RedHawks had a tough time inside, where they allowed 64% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 22 of 34 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Miami (OH) gave up 6 threes on 18 attempts, a 33% clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 73%. The RedHawks allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Catamounts Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Vermont dropped to 4-7 on the season after a 65-60 road loss to Colgate on Sunday. The Catamounts entered the game as 1.5-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Vermont trailed 28-26 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, where they were outscored 37-34. The game’s total points of 125 fell short of the 128.5 O/U line.</p><p>Vermont struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.8% from the field and 30.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.9%, and they managed to score only 60 points.</p> <p>Nick Fiorillo was a bright spot, hitting 5 of 7 threes and finishing with 23 points and 6 rebounds. He shot 72.7% overall. TJ Hurley added 19 points, despite shooting just 25% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Vermont's defense put up a solid effort, holding their opponent to 65 points on 41% shooting from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 50% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Vermont's defense limited the damage, with their opponent hitting 7 of 23 attempts for 30%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 14 free throws, shooting 77%.</p>

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Vermont Catamounts NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>FOX will be handling the television broadcast as the Syracuse Orange and Washington State Cougars face off in the DirecTV Holiday Bowl. The game is set for Friday, December 27th, at 8:00 ET, and Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego will serve as the neutral site. Syracuse comes in with a 9-3 record, while Washington State is 8-4. The Orange are -5.5-point favorites, and the over/under line is currently 61.5 points.</p><h3>SYRACUSE ORANGE VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Syracuse Orange -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Snapdragon Stadium at 8:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SYRACUSE ORANGE:</h3><ul><li>We have the Syracuse Orange winning this one by a score of 38 to 31</li><li>Not only do we have the Syracuse Orange winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -5.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 61.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Syracuse Orange Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Syracuse heads into their Week 1 game against Washington State with a 9-3 record. They’ve gone 4-1 at home and 2-2 on the road this season. The Orange have been favored in four of their 12 games, going 3-1 as the favorite and 3-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>They have a +3.9 average scoring margin and a 4-5 record against the spread. Syracuse is 1-3 ATS as the favorite but 3-2 ATS as the underdog. At home, they are 0-3 ATS as the favorite and 2-0 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 61.5 points. Syracuse’s average over/under line this season is 55.9 points, and their games have averaged 61.2 points. They are 4-4-1 against the over/under, with nine games having lower lines than this week’s total.</p><p>Syracuse’s offense has been centered around their passing game, leading the nation in passing attempts, completions, and yards per game. They average 363.1 yards through the air and are ranked 28th in scoring, with 32.6 points per game. Our power rankings place them as the 20th best offense heading into week 1.</p> <p>Kyle McCord is the team’s quarterback, throwing for 4,326 yards and 29 touchdowns, though he has 12 interceptions and a passer rating of 97. Syracuse ranks 10th in third-down conversions, with a 48.9% success rate. On the ground, they average 94.8 rushing yards per game.</p><p>Syracuse's defense has allowed an average of 28.7 points per game this season, including 38 points in their latest matchup against Miami. They gave up 503 total yards, with 349 yards coming through the air and 154 on the ground, while allowing three rushing touchdowns and two passing scores.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 216 passing yards per game against Syracuse, completing 65.6% of their passes. Syracuse's defense has faced the 16th fewest rushing attempts in the country, allowing 153.8 rushing yards per game.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Washington State Cougars Upset The Syracuse Orange?</h3><p>Washington State enters Week 1 against Syracuse with an 8-4 record. They’ve gone 3-1 at home and 3-3 on the road this season. The Cougars have been favored in seven of their 12 games, posting a 4-3 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Washington State is 5-5, with a 3-1 record at home and 2-4 on the road. They’ve gone 3-4 ATS as the favorite and have a +8.7 average scoring margin this season.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 61.5 points. Washington State’s games have averaged 64.8 points, with their over/under record at 4-6. On average, their games have exceeded the line by 1.1 points, and seven games have had higher totals than this week’s line.</p><p>Washington State’s offense ranks 10th in the nation in points per game, averaging 36.8, and they are 33rd in our offensive power rankings heading into this week. Quarterback John Mateer has thrown for 3,139 yards and has a passer rating of 113, leading the team to 9th in the nation in passer rating. Mateer has 29 touchdown passes and seven interceptions this season.</p> <p>Kyle Williams has been Mateer’s top target, with 1,026 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns on 60 catches. Washington State is 25th in passing yards per game, averaging 268.8, and they are 22nd in completion percentage at 65.2%.</p><p>Washington State's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 28.1 points per game. They rank 121st in the nation against the run, giving up 174 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have posted a passer rating of 85.1, completing 62.1% of their passes and averaging 255.3 passing yards per game against the Cougars.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game, a 15-14 loss to Wyoming, the defense allowed 15 points, giving up 342 total yards, including 136 rushing yards on 39 attempts. The secondary allowed 206 passing yards but also recorded an interception.</p>

Syracuse Orange vs Washington State Cougars Betting Pick & Prediction DirecTV Holiday Bowl

<p>The college hoops betting action goes on Sunday, February 27, 2022, with the Big Ten Conference showdown at XFINITY Center in College Park, Maryland, so we have prepared the best Ohio State vs. Maryland betting pick and odds.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Buckeyes and Terrapins lock horns for the second time this season. Three weeks ago, Ohio State easily outlasted Maryland 82-67 as a 9.5-point home fave. The Buckeyes are 4.5-point road favorites this time around, while the totals are listed at 142.5 points on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/">BetOnline Sportsbook</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Ohio State just upset the No. 15 Illinois          </h2>



<p>The Ohio State Buckeyes (18-7; 14-11 ATS) are coming off an 86-83 victory at the No. 15 Illinois Fighting Illini this past Thursday. They upset the odds as 7-point road underdogs, recording the fourth SU and ATS victory in their last five outings.</p>



<p>The Buckeyes made 51.9% of their field goals against Illinois. They also went 6-for-12 from beyond the 3-point line and 26-for-32 from the charity stripe to round up a terrific shooting night. Freshman guard Malaki Branham went off for 31 points, while junior forward E.J. Liddell accounted for 21 points, six rebounds, and four blocks.</p>



<p>Liddell has been terrific so far this season, averaging 19.6 points, 7.5 boards, and 2.5 blocks a night. The Buckeyes score 118.7 points per 100 possessions (8<sup>th</sup> in the country) and surrender 99.4 in a return (88<sup>th</sup>). They are No. 22 in the AP Top 25 Poll, No. 20 in the KenPom rankings, and No. 17 in the latest NCAA NET Rankings.</p>



<h2>Maryland lost six of its last eight contests           </h2>



<p>The Maryland Terrapins (13-15; 12-16 ATS) just failed to extend their winning streak to three games. They suffered a 74-64 defeat as 6.5-point road dogs at the Indiana Hoosiers this past Thursday, recording their sixth loss in the last eight outings at any location.</p>



<p>The Terrapins played some lousy defense in Bloomington, allowing the Hoosiers to make 59.6% of their field goals. Maryland shot 43.4% from the field and 40.0% from downtown (10-for-25), but the Terrapins handed out only seven assists and committed 16 turnovers.</p>



<p>Senior guard Fatts Russell, who scored 23 points against Indiana, has led the way for the Terrapins so far this term, tallying 14.4 points and 3.6 assists per game. Maryland scores 109.5 points per 100 possessions (78<sup>th</sup> in the nation) and yields 100.4 in a return (114<sup>th</sup>). The Terrapins are No. 89 in the KenPom rankings and No. 95 in the NCAA NET Rankings.&nbsp;</p>



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



<p><strong>Ohio State:</strong></p>



<ul><li>8-2 ATS in the last ten games overall</li><li>4-1 ATS in the last five games on the road</li></ul>



<p><strong>Maryland:</strong></p>



<ul><li>5-12 ATS in the last 17 games at home&nbsp;</li></ul>



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<p>The Buckeyes have played very well in the last few weeks, going 8-3 SU and ATS over their previous 11 games overall. Ohio State is still alive in the race for the regular-season Big Ten Conference title, trailing top-seeded Wisconsin by 1.5 games, so I’m expecting the Buckeyes to stay on the right track and beat Maryland by five or more points.</p>



<p>The Terrapins are 12<sup>th</sup> in the Big Ten Conference. They’ve been pretty much hit-or-miss lately, going 4-4 ATS over their last eight contests. Maryland’s defense is far away from an elite level and could easily struggle in this matchup.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Ohio State -4.5 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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<p>The under is 11-4 in Maryland’s last 15 outings at home, and it is 4-2 in Ohio State’s previous six contests overall. Both teams prefer to play at a slow pace, so I’m backing the under. The Terrapins record 66.8 possessions per 40 minutes (211<sup>th</sup> in the nation), while the Buckeyes average only 65.7 (272<sup>nd</sup>).</p>



<p>Their first meeting of the season has gone over a total of 138.0 points. The Terrapins will have to hold the Buckeyes below an 80-point mark if they want to stand any chance of winning this game.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 142.5 points at -110&nbsp;</strong></p>

Ohio State vs. Maryland Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/27/22

<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>Thursday's matchup between the Phillies and Cubs is set to get started at 2:20 PM ET from Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL. The Phillies are the heavy favorite on the money line (-134) and have a record of 57-29, which has them first in the NL East. The Cubs are 5th in the NL Central with a record of 39-48 and will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak.</p>

<p>MLBN will be televising Thursday's game, and Cristopher Sanchez will be starting for the Phillies, while the Cubs are going with Jameson Taillon.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES VS CHICAGO CUBS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Phillies Moneyline -134</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 2:20 ET on Thursday, July 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PHILLIES VS CUBS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Phillies winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Cubs 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>It was a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Phillies vs Cubs series. Philadelphia went into the matchup as slight favorites at -114 and squeaked out a 5-3 win. The Phillies offense only had two more hits than the Cubs and struck out 11 times, but still picked up a win.</p>

<p>Cubs starter Shota Imanaga went six innings and gave up just three hits and two earned runs but took the loss. Tyson Miller came out of the bullpen for the Phillies and got the win. Zack Wheeler only went six innings for the Phillies but gave up just two hits and two earned runs.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Phillies were led by Alec Bohm and Rafael Marchan, who each had two hits and an RBI. Trea Turner also had a two-hit game and scored two runs for Philadelphia.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>Philadelphia is on the road today for their matchup vs. the Cubs, and they come in with an overall record of 57-29, which leads the NL East. The Phillies have a nine-game lead over the Braves in the division. So far, they have gone 14-8 in divisional games this year.</p>

<p>The Phillies have won three straight games, and they have taken the first two games of this series vs. the Cubs. At home, the Phillies are 33-14 this year, and they are 24-15 on the road. Heading into today's game, the Phillies are 2-0 as the road favorite, and they have an overall record of 50-23 as the favorite. As for how they have done as the underdog, the Phillies are 7-6 this year. They have been really good in night games, going 36-15 this year.</p><p>Philadelphia has been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 46-40 overall. They have been particularly good on the road, where they are 22-17 against the run line. The Phillies have covered the run line in three straight road games and have an average run margin of +1.1 runs per game away from home.</p><p>The Philadelphia Phillies are on the road today against the Chicago Cubs. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Phillies have a combined run average of 8.6 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 38-43. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 6-10. The over has hit in three straight games for the Phillies.</p><p>Left-hander Cristopher Sánchez gets the start for the Phillies today as he faces the Cubs on the road. He has made 16 starts this season and has a record of 6-3 with an ERA of 2.41. Sánchez has pitched much better at home, coming in with a record of 5-1 and an ERA of 1.47. On the road, his record is 1-2, and he has an ERA of 4.55. Sánchez's most recent outing was a gem, as he went the distance and didn't give up a run. In that outing, he gave up just three hits and didn't walk a batter. He has one shutout and one complete game this season.</p><p>Philadelphia comes into today's game as one of the top offensive teams in the league, as they are 4th in runs per game (5) and are also near the top of the league in team batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging. The Phillies have been especially good at home this season, averaging 5.3 runs per game, which is the best mark in the league. They also have the 5th most home runs in the league.</p>

<p>Over his last nine games, Alec Bohm has gone 9/35 with three homers and nine RBIs. For the season, he is batting .299 with 11 homers. Bryce Harper is also having a good season at the plate, hitting .303 with a team-high 20 homers. Harper is also on a 12-game hitting streak.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>Chicago is 39-48 overall and 13 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central. The Cubs have dropped three straight games and are 5th in the division. So far, they have gone just 10-19 in divisional games. The Cubs have dropped three straight games heading into today's matchup with the Phillies.</p>

<p>At home, the Cubs are 22-20 this year and 17-28 on the road. As the underdog, the Cubs are 19-27 this year and 20-21 when favored. Chicago's overall series record is 9-16-2, and they have dropped three straight series.</p><p>The Cubs are a team that has been a good bet on the run line this season, as they are 40-47 overall. Their run line record is better on the road, where they are 25-20, compared to 15-27 at home. They have been a good bet as the underdog, going 29-17 against the run line. They have also been a good bet to go over the run line in their games, as their average run differential is -0.4 runs per game.</p><p>The Chicago Cubs are at home today against the Philadelphia Phillies with an over/under line of 7.5 runs. The Cubs have an over/under record of 38-45 on the season, with an average line of 8 runs per game. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, the Cubs have gone over 11 times and under 10 times. Their games have averaged a combined 8.5 runs per game this season, and their current over streak is at three games.</p><p>Right-hander Jameson Taillon gets the start for the Cubs today as he faces the Phillies at home. Taillon has made 13 starts this season and has a record of 4-4. His ERA is 3.03, along with a WHIP of 1.24. In his 13 starts, Taillon has turned in seven quality starts. Looking back at his last outing, Taillon took the loss, giving up three earned runs in six innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. One positive note for Taillon is that he has been pitching much better at home, coming in with a record of 4-2 and an ERA of 3.21.</p><p>Chicago's offense is batting just .228 for the season, which is 18th in the league, and they are also near the bottom of the league in terms of home runs and slugging percentage. However, the Cubs do have the 4th most walks in the league and have been pretty good at avoiding strikeouts. For the season, they are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league.</p>

<p>Christopher Morel is leading the Cubs in home runs this season, but he is batting just .197. Cody Bellinger has the 2nd best batting average on the team at .274 and is also 2nd in RBIs (36). Over his last five games, Bellinger is hitting .316. Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki are tied for 2nd on the team with 11 homers.</p>

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<p>ESPN will be covering the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl matchup between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Navy Midshipmen, set for 12:00 ET on Friday, December 27th. The game will be played at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, with Oklahoma technically the away team. The over/under line is at 44.5 points, and the Sooners are the -8.5-point favorites. The money line odds are +240 for Navy and -290 for Oklahoma. The Sooners are 6-6 on the season, while Navy comes in at 8-3.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA SOONERS VS NAVY MIDSHIPMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amon G. Carter Stadium at 12:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oklahoma Sooners winning this one by a score of 28 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the Oklahoma Sooners winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -8.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 44.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oklahoma Sooners Take Care Of Business As The Favorite?</h3><p>Oklahoma enters their Week 1 matchup against Navy with a 6-6 record. They’ve gone 4-3 at home and 1-3 on the road this season. The Sooners have been favored in four of their 12 games, going 3-1 as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Their ATS record stands at 5-6, with a 2-2 mark on the road and 3-4 at home. Oklahoma is 2-2 against the spread as the favorite this season.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is set at 44.5 points. Oklahoma’s games have averaged 45.9 points, and their average over/under line has been 48.5 points, with a margin of -5.0 points.</p><p>Oklahoma’s offense has been heavily reliant on their run game, averaging 41.8 rushing attempts per game, which ranks 13th nationally. However, they are only 71st in rushing yards, with 161.9 yards per game. Jovantae Barnes leads the team with 577 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 4 yards per carry.</p> <p>Quarterback Jackson Arnold has thrown for 1,421 yards, completing 62.6% of his passes, with 12 touchdowns and three interceptions. Oklahoma ranks 118th in passing yards per game and 70th in scoring, with 24.3 points per game. They are 107th in third-down conversions, and Arnold’s passer rating is 89.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense, ranked 25th nationally, has allowed 21.6 points per game this season. In their recent game against LSU, they gave up 37 points, including 285 passing yards and three touchdowns. LSU also ran for 110 yards on 29 carries.</p> <p></p><p>Despite the loss, Oklahoma's defense has been strong against the run, ranking 19th in the nation by allowing just 107.5 rushing yards per game. Opponents have averaged 212.4 passing yards per game with a 60.5% completion rate.</p><h3>Will Home Field Advantage Help The Navy Midshipmen Upset The Oklahoma Sooners?</h3><p>Navy enters Week 12 with an 8-3 record, having gone 4-1 on the road and 3-2 at home. They’ve been favored in six of their 11 games, posting a 5-1 record as the favorite. At home, they are 2-0 when favored and 1-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>The Midshipmen have a 7-3 record against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of +9.1 points per game. They are 4-1 ATS on the road and 3-2 at home, covering five of six games as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Navy’s over/under record is 6-4, with their games averaging 55.5 points. Their average over/under line is 50.2 points, and this week’s line is set at 44.5 points.</p><p>Navy’s offense is averaging 32.3 points per game, placing them 30th in the nation, and they are ranked 27th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 1. Their strength is their rushing attack, averaging 249.2 yards per game on 45.1 attempts, ranking 10th nationally. Eli Heidenreich leads the team with 402 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored three touchdowns.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Blake Horvath has thrown for 1,154 yards, with 11 touchdowns and four interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 108. Navy ranks 106th in passing attempts per game and 129th in passing yards, averaging 128.2 yards through the air. Nathan Kent, the leading receiver, has 184 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Navy's defense has allowed 23.2 points per game this season, ranking 23rd nationally. In their recent win against East Carolina, they gave up 20 points and forced one interception. The defense allowed 350 total yards, including 219 passing yards and two touchdowns, while holding East Carolina to 131 rushing yards on 34 attempts.</p> <p>Opponents have averaged 220.6 passing yards per game against Navy, completing 58.9% of their passes. On the ground, Navy's defense has faced 36.5 rushing attempts per game, allowing an average of 162.5 rushing yards, ranking 110th in the country.</p>

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