<p>It's a National League matchup tonight in Miami as the Marlins host the Pirates. First pitch is set for 7:10 PM ET at loanDepot Park. The Marlins are currently favored, with a money line payout of -130 compared to +108 for the Pirates.</p>

<p>On the mound for the Pirates is Martín Pérez, while the Marlins will counter with A.J. Puk. The over/under line is currently set at 8 runs, with the over paying out at -105 compared to -117 for the under.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Marlins Moneyline -130</p><p>This game will be played at loanDepot Park at 7:10 ET on Friday, March 29th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PIRATES VS MARLINS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Marlins winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Pirates 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>The last game of this Pirates vs. Marlins series needed extra innings to decide a winner, with the Pirates coming out on top by a score of 6-5. Heading into the game, the Marlins were the favorite at -129 on the money line.</p>

<p>Miami's offense had just five hits in the game, compared to nine for the Pirates, but the Marlins were able to force extra innings by scoring a run in the 8th. Pittsburgh took the lead in the 12th and held on for the win. Edward Olivares, Bryan Reynolds, and Oneil Cruz all homered for the Pirates.</p>

<p>Mitch Keller got the start for Pittsburgh, giving up four earned runs on seven hits. Luis L. Ortiz got the win out of the bullpen, while Jose Hernandez picked up the save. As for the Marlins, Declan Cronin took the loss out of the pen, while starter Jesus Luzardo went five innings and gave up two runs on two hits.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Martín Pérez is coming off a season in which he made 20 starts and 35 appearances for the Rangers. His record was 10-4, and his ERA was 4.45. Pérez's WHIP was 1.41, and he allowed a batting average of .273. His FIP for the season was 4.99, and he gave up a total of 21 home runs. Pérez averaged 1.4 walks per game and 5.91 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>For the Pirates, we have Ke'Bryan Hayes with the highest hits projection on the team and the 17th highest in the league today. Oneil Cruz has the highest home run projection on the team and the 8th highest in the league. Andrew McCutchen has the 2nd highest home run projection on the team and the 12th highest in the league. Bryan Reynolds is 3rd in terms of home run projection on the team and 13th in the league.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>A.J. Puk is coming off a season in which he made 54 appearances and went 7-5. His ERA for the year was 3.97, and his WHIP was 1.18. Puk's batting average allowed was .236, and his on-base percentage allowed was .277. He gave up a total of 10 home runs last season. Puk's FIP for the year was 3.59, and his OPS allowed was .687. For the season, he averaged 0.2 walks per game and had a strikeouts-per-walk ratio of 6.0.</p><p>Looking at the Marlins' hitting projections, we have Luis Arraez as our top projected hitter in terms of total hits. His total hits projection is 6th best in today's slate of games. Jazz Chisholm Jr. has the 2nd highest home run projection on the team and 8th best in today's games. Jake Burger has the top home run projection on the team and 4th best in today's games. Tim Anderson has the 2nd highest total hits projection on the team and 12th best in today's games.</p>

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction 3/29/24

<p>The Red Foxes and Saints are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Saints will host the game at MVP Arena in Albany, NY. Marist come into this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup as the -3.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 126.5 points.</p><h3>MARIST RED FOXES VS SIENA SAINTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Siena Saints +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MVP Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Saints.</li><li>Not only will Siena pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</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>Will Marist Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><p>Marist enters this game with an 11-9 record and a 6-5 mark in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. They are 5-4 in non-conference games and 5-6 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Red Foxes are 8-3 this season, and they have gone 4-6 in their last 10 road games. In their most recent game, they defeated Saint Peter's by a score of 63-52.</p><p>Marist has an overall ATS record of 12-8 this season and they are 7-4 vs. the spread on the road. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Red Foxes have gone 6-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Marist games is 6-14. Today's line of 126.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games of 132.1. On the year, their games are averaging 127.3 points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average of 133 points scored.</p><p>The Marist offense is coming off a game in which they scored 63 points vs. Saint Peter's. Overall their field goal percentage was 45.1% while connecting on 12 threes. For the season, the Marist offense has struggled to get to the free-throw line, ranking just 351st in terms of free-throw attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 44%.</p><p>The Red Foxes' defense is presently ranked 10th nationally, allowing an average of 62.8 points per contest. Against Saint Peter's, the Red Foxes' defense gave up 52 points and did a good job not fouling. For the game, Saint Peter's only made 5 free-throws.</p><h3>Will Siena Win at Home?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Mount St. Mary's by a score of 68-61, the Siena Saints are 3-19 overall. Their record in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference play is 2-9 compared to 1-10 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>At home, Siena has gone 2-9 this season, and they are currently on a seven-game losing streak in front of their own fans. Over their last 10 games at home, the Saints have gone 1-9.</p><p>As the underdog, Siena has an ATS record of 8-12 this season and they are 2-9 vs. the spread at home. In their last three home games, they are 1-2 ATS and their home ATS mark for the year is 2-9. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Saints' ATS record is 5-5.</p><p>For the season, the over/under record for Siena games is 9-12-1. Today's over/under line of 126.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this year (137.7). So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 128 points compared to their season average of 136.6 points per game.</p><p>The Saints' offense wrapped up their last game with 61 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 60.5 points per contest. Coming into the game, the Saints offense has strugled with their outside shot this season, hitting threes at a rate of just 26%. On average, they get up 18.4 three-point attempts per game and are averaging 11.2 made free-throws.</p><p>Facing Marist, Siena aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 76.1 points allowed per game (262nd). The Siena defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 68 points and allowed Mount St. Mary's to connect on 7 threes.</p>

Marist Red Foxes vs Siena Saints Betting Pick & Prediction 2/8/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Red Foxes and Stags. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Stags at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 133.5 points, and the Stags are favored to win at home against the Red Foxes.</p><h3>MARIST RED FOXES VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Marist comes into today's game as the underdog, and they have an overall record of 7-4. So far, they have gone 4-3 on the road and have an average scoring margin of +.9 points per game on the road.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Red Foxes took on Lehigh and lost by a score of 65-58. Over their last ten road games, Marist is 6-4.</p><p>Marist has been very good against the spread this season, going 9-2 overall. Their ATS mark is even better on the road, where they are 6-1. Over their last 10 road games, the Red Foxes are 8-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Marist's over/under record for the season is 2-9, and the average scoring in their games is 127.2 points per game. Today's over/under line of 133.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (132.9). So far, 9 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's over/under line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 122 points, and their over/under record over their last 10 games is 2-8.</p><p>The Marist offense is coming off a game in which they scored 58 points vs. Lehigh. Overall their field goal percentage was 34.9% while connecting on 6 threes. Leading Marist in scoring vs. Lehigh was Josh Pascarelli with his 22 points. Jaden Daughtry also added 14 points for the Red Foxes.</p><p>At present, the Red Foxes' defense is nationally ranked 9th, allowing 60.8 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 5.9 threes per game vs. Fairfield. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 30.0%.</p><h3>Does Fairfield Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Fairfield comes into today's matchup with an overall record of 8-6 and have won seven straight games. In their last game, they took down Siena by a score of 93-69.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Stags are 2-2 at home and have an average scoring margin of +1.0 points per game at home. Over their last 10 games at home, Fairfield is 5-5.</p><p>When looking at Fairfield's ATS record this season, they are currently 6-7. As the favorite, their ATS mark is 3-2 this year and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they are 4-5-1. At home, the Stags are 1-3 vs. the spread this season and their last 10 home ATS record is 2-6-1.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 133.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Fairfield's games this season (143.2). So far, 11 of their games have had higher over/under lines than 133.5. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 157 points.</p><p>Fairfield is coming off a good offensive performance, putting up 93 points vs. Siena. This figure is more than their season average of 75.4 points per game. Brycen Goodine is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 14.4. Meanwhile, Jalen Leach also brings a PPG average of 14.2 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Stags' defense holds the 142nd rank in the nation, allowing 70.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Fairfield's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.3% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 28.9% this season.</p>

Marist Red Foxes vs Fairfield Stags Betting Pick & Prediction 1/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Hawks and Spartans game? Catch the action at Echols Hall in Norfolk, VA, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 135.5 points, and Norfolk State is favored by -13 vs. Maryland Eastern Shore in a Mid-Eastern conference matchup.</p><h3>MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS VS NORFOLK STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks +13</p><p>This game will be played at Echols Hall at 7:30 ET on Monday, March 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Norfolk State winning straight-up, we like Maryland Eastern Shore at +13.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hawks Lock in a Win at Norfolk?</h3><p>After losing their last game to Howard by a score of 70-66, Maryland Eastern Shore is looking to snap their three-game losing streak. So far this season, they have a record of 8-18. On the road, the Hawks have gone 0-14, compared to their 4-4 record at home.</p>

<p>Coming into this game, Maryland Eastern Shore has gone 2-17 as the underdog. On the season, they have been the underdog 19 times. Through 26 games, they have an average scoring differential of -17.0 points per game when playing on the road.</p><p>As the underdog, Maryland Eastern Shore has gone 10-9 vs. the spread this season and they are 11-11 overall. On the road, the Hawks are 7-7 vs. the spread and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Maryland Eastern Shore's games this season (138). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 133 points, which is lower than their season average of 134.9 points per game.</p><p>The Maryland Eastern Shore offense is coming off a game in which they scored 66 points vs. Howard. Overall their field goal percentage was 49% while connecting on 3 threes. Kelechi Okworogwo led the team in scoring, putting up 20 points. Additionally, Elijah Wilson contributed 16 points for the Hawks.</p><p>Currently, the Hawks' defense holds the 121st rank in the nation, allowing 70.4 points per game. In their previous game vs. Howard, the Bison finished with a field goal percentage of 49% and a total of 70 points vs. Maryland Eastern Shore.</p><h3>Can Norfolk State Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>When playing at home, Norfolk State has been dominant this season, going 7-1. Their average scoring margin at home is +8.2, and they have won their last six games at home.</p>

<p>So far this season, Norfolk State has been favored in 11 games, going 9-2 in those matchups. Overall, they have a 19-10 record, and in their last game, they lost to Delaware State by a score of 85-71.</p><p>As the favorite, Norfolk State has struggled against the spread this season, going just 2-9 vs. the spread. Their ATS mark at home is 2-6 and they have an overall ATS record of 9-15. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Spartans have gone just 2-8 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 135.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Norfolk State's games this year (138.4). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 151 points, and over their last 10 games, the average scoring total is 140 points. So far this year, their over/under record is 12-12.</p><p>The Norfolk State offense is coming off a game where they scored 71 points against Delaware State. They posted a field goal percentage of 44.1% and connected on 7 threes. Allen Betrand led the team in scoring, putting up 15 points. Additionally, Jamarii Thomas contributed 14 points for the Spartans.</p><p>At present, the Spartans' defense is nationally ranked 86th, allowing 68.7 points per game. In their most recent game, the Norfolk State defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Delaware State knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 85 points.</p>

Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Norfolk State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction 3/4/24

The Columbus Blue Jackets certainly earned their trip to the first round of the 2020 NHL Playoffs. Their prize for advancing past the quasi-home team Toronto Maple Leafs is a rematch with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Blue Jackets had never won a playoff series until they stared down the top seed in the Eastern Conference and swept the Lightning last season. We’ll see if the Bolts can get revenge.
<h3><strong><u>Series Schedule</u></strong></h3>
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 3 p.m.: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

Thursday, Aug. 13, 3 p.m.: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

Saturday, Aug. 15, 7:30 p.m.: Lightning @ Blue Jackets

Monday, Aug. 17, 3 p.m.: Lightning @ Blue Jackets

*Wednesday, Aug. 19, TBD: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

*Friday, Aug. 21, TBD: Lightning @ Blue Jackets

*Saturday, Aug. 22, TBD: Blue Jackets @ Lightning

The Blue Jackets really drew the short straw here. After playing that decisive fifth game against the Maple Leafs, they play the early game on August 11 to kick off the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. All games will obviously be played in Toronto, but you notice three early start times in the series from the games that have already been set in stone. The NHL is putting larger markets in primetime.
<h3><strong><u>Series Odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline">BetOnline Sportsbook</a></u></strong></h3>
Columbus Blue Jackets +195

Tampa Bay Lightning -220
<h3><strong><u>Columbus</u></strong><strong><u> Blue Jackets</u></strong></h3>
The Blue Jackets certainly faced some adversity in their series against the Maple Leafs. They lost Zach Werenski for the bulk of the third period when they collapsed in Game 4 and didn’t have him in overtime. Head coach John Tortorella pulled Joonas Korpisalo in Game 3 when his team trailed 3-0 in hopes of sparking a comeback. Whether or not that was the reason or not, the Blue Jackets scored four straight to take a 2-1 series lead.

Their defense pairings were shuffled around because of injury in-game and before the game and they even dressed seven defensemen in Game 5. There was a lot happening for Columbus.

Some would say that Toronto was the better team in the series and that Korpisalo and Elvis Merzlikins stole the series. That would be at least partially true, but the Blue Jackets got some excellent play from Pierre-Luc Dubois, who had the first playoff hat trick in franchise history in Game 3, and also Liam Foudy, who scored his first NHL goal in Game 5.

The Maple Leafs had more high-danger scoring chances in the series. In fact, their 48 tied the Oilers, who played the defenseless Blackhawks. Columbus just got excellent goaltending. Between Korpisalo and Merzlikins, the Jackets stopped 93.94% of those high-danger chances. Only Vancouver had a better mark in the Qualifying Round and they, too, advanced.

That was just the way that the Jackets won games during the regular season. They allowed the sixth-fewest 5-v-5 goals in the league and were in the top 10 in high-danger save percentage. Columbus doesn’t shine in most statistical categories. This is a team that works hard and has an excellent shutdown pairing in Seth Jones and Zach Werenski, but they just have a high degree of work ethic and an opportunistic enough offense.
<h3><strong><u>Tampa</u></strong><strong><u> Bay</u></strong><strong><u> Lightning</u></strong></h3>
Which is the opposite of the Tampa Bay Lightning. That isn’t to say that the Lightning don’t work hard, but they shine in a lot of categories. They were tied for the league lead in 5-v-5 goals during the regular season with 162. They were +40 in that department. Columbus, on the other hand, was +3. The teams allowed the same number of 5-v-5 goals.

While Columbus had the third-fewest high-danger scoring chances, Tampa Bay ranked 15th out of the 31 teams. Tampa Bay also had 49 power play goals to 31 for the Blue Jackets.

Andrei Vasilevskiy played very well during the regular season for the Lightning. He had a 2.56 GAA and a .917 SV%. He had a 12.13 GSAA, which stands for goals saved above average. It is hard to evaluate the teams from Round Robin play because some teams cared and others didn’t. Vasilevskiy played very well in the games against Washington and Boston and then allowed three goals in the final game that gave the Flyers the first spot in the conference.

One big storyline for this series will be the health of Victor Hedman. Hedman is questionable for Game 1 on Tuesday and his prognosis for the series is up in the air. He had 55 points in 66 games and is the facilitator for the offense on the power play, where he had 18 assists. Only Nikita Kucherov, the team’s leading scorer with 85 points in 68 games, had more with 21.

Hedman’s presence, coupled with Tampa Bay’s strength down the middle of the ice, is a big key for this series because Columbus relentlessly forechecks. They fill talent gaps by outworking the opposition. Tampa Bay wants to play more of a skill and transition game. When the two teams played last year, Sergei Bobrovsky played well for the Jackets, but they deftly took away that transition game. Tampa Bay couldn’t adjust fast enough and the Jackets went on to win.
<h3><strong><u>Series Prediction</u></strong></h3>
Tampa Bay in 6.

A theme of each and every first-round series is how fast the team that was in the Round Robin can adjust to the sense of urgency that the lower seed will play with in the early games. I think that could hurt Tampa Bay a little bit at the outset here, especially because Columbus found some things that worked in games that really mattered.

Ultimately, while Korpisalo and Merzlikins played very well against the Maple Leafs, Toronto has deficiencies. They are not as good in their own zone as Tampa Bay and the loss of Jake Muzzin was a tough blow. Tampa Bay is just as quick upfront, but with more lineup depth. There are only so many minutes Jones and Werenski can play. Andrei Vasilevskiy is an upgrade to Frederik Andersen.

Columbus caught Tampa Bay off-guard last postseason. I don’t think happens again.
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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bison versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Dee Events Center in Ogden, UT. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 142 points, and Weber State is favored by -4.5 at home against North Dakota State.</p><h3>NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON VS WEBER STATE WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Weber State Wildcats -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Dee Events Center at 9:00 ET on Wednesday, December 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEBER STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Weber State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bison Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>North Dakota State improved to 3-4 on the season with an 83-63 road win over Utah Valley on Thursday. Entering the game as +6 point underdogs, the Bison not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.</p> <p>Leading 36-24 at halftime, North Dakota State put up 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. This strong offensive performance helped them secure the win and move closer to .500 for the season.</p><p>North Dakota State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points with a 55.3% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70.2%, thanks in large part to their 51.9% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 27 attempts. They also connected on 89.5% of their free throws, going 17 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Jacksen Moni led the way with 32 points, shooting 73.3% overall and 75.0% from three, hitting 6 of 8 attempts. Tajavis Miller was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5 and hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts, finishing with 15 points in 22 minutes.</p><p>North Dakota State's defense gave up 63 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 26 of 57 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 36 shooting, which is 58%.</p> <p>From three-point range, North Dakota State held their opponents to 5 of 21 shooting, or 23%. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 64%. The Bison allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>Weber State improved to 3-4 on the season with a 68-53 road win over Pepperdine on Saturday. The Wildcats entered the game as 4-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 121 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Weber State took control early, leading 33-23 at halftime, and maintained their advantage by outscoring Pepperdine 35-30 in the second half.</p><p>Weber State's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.9% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Despite their shooting woes, the Wildcats hit 89.5% of their free throws, going 17-for-19. Miguel Tomley was a bright spot, hitting 6 of 7 threes and finishing with 28 points and 2 assists.</p><p>Weber State's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Wildcats limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition making only 13 of 38 attempts for 34%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Weber State allowed just 4 threes on 14 attempts, a 28% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%.</p>

North Dakota State Bison vs Weber State Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/4/24

<p>Churchill Downs will be a busy racetrack this weekend, and there is at least one major race that is set to take place. The Pocahontas Stakes is a Grade III race for two-year old fillies, and those top horses will be on the track this weekend.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This event was founded all the way back in 1969, and there have been some historic horses that have come up with a win in the past. Owners and trainers are always looking for ways to win at Churchill Downs, and this race will provide an interesting opportunity.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here is a look at the odds for the Pocahontas Stakes and a pick as to which horse will get it done.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Four Out in Front</h2>



<p>Most horse races are going to have one or two betting favorites, but there are actually four on top of the odds when looking at this race. The odds are extremely tight, and that could lead to an excellent race this weekend at Churchill Downs.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Stilettos is currently the betting favorite to win this race at +400, and it’s a horse that has had a big year. Those odds might put Stilettos as the betting favorite, but there will be others that can win this race.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Kimchi Cat is next on the list when looking at the odds at +450, and it’s a horse that has proven that it can win from the front. There are two other horses with identical odds at +500, and you have to keep a close eye on them as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>La Cara and Strong State are the two horses currently sitting at +500, and that is some great value for two talented horses. The odds for the top four horses could always change before the race begins, but don’t expect much movement.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other Horses to Consider</h2>



<p>There simply has to be some variance in the odds with four clear favorites, but there are still other horses that can get the job done this weekend. If you are a bettor that likes to look for value when betting then you will have some great opportunities to explore.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Quinn’s Promise and Lady Kathryn are coming into this race at +1000, and they are both horses that can win this race. Claire’s Charm and Good Cheer are next on the list at +1200, and they would be good horses to consider.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There are two other horses to check out, and they both come with different odds. West Memorial is sitting at +1500, and then it’s Empirical Mischief at +2000 that will be another horse to watch.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Go With a Slight Upset</h2>



<p>This is going to be an excellent race this weekend, and there are about eight horses that could realistically win this race. Even though the betting odds start to fall off a bit after the top names, this race should come down to the wire.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Stilletos and Kimchi Cat are the two favorites for a reason, but neither horse is going to get it done this weekend. If you are betting on the Pocahontas Stakes then you will want to back Strong State as that horse will come away with a big win.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Looking to win big? The Warhawks and Cardinals face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cardinals are hosting the game at Montagne Center in Beaumont, TX. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Cardinals as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 143.5 points.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS VS LAMAR CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Montagne Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Lamar pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Louisiana-Monroe as Away Dogs</h3><p>Louisiana-Monroe will be playing their 9th game of the season and currently have a 4-4 record. In away games, the Warhawks are 1-3 while they have a 1-1 record at home. As of now, Louisiana-Monroe has a 3-3 record vs. the spread heading into today's game. This includes a 3-1 record on the road and 0-2 record at home.</p><p>So far, Louisiana-Monroe's games have averaged 130.8 points per game with the average over/under line being 137.8 points. The Warhawks' have recorded an over/under record of 1-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 147 points per game.</p><p>The Louisiana-Monroe offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 62 points versus Sam Houston State. During the game, they attempted 18 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 41.8%. The team's top scorer is Tyreke Locure, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 10.1, while Nika Metskhvarishvili also maintains a PPG average of 10 leading up to the game.</p><p>So far, the Warhawks' defense is ranked 138th in the country at 71.1 points per contest. Louisiana-Monroe's three-point defense is currently 99th in the country at 7.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 36.2% of their shots vs. Louisiana-Monroe.</p><h3>Are the Cardinals Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>In today's game against Louisiana-Monroe, Lamar, who is currently 4-5 overall, will be the road team. The Cardinals are 0-5 on the road and 3-0 at home this season. As of today's game, Lamar has a 5-3 ATS record. In their previous five games, they are 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Lamar's games have, on average, featured 158.4 points per game leading to an over/under record of 7-1-0. Their average over/under line is currently 148.6 points so far. In the Cardinals' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 159 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 5-0.</p><p>The Lamar offense is coming off a game in which they scored 70 points vs. Sam Houston State. Overall their field goal percentage was 38.5% while connecting on 5 threes. The team's top scorer is Terry Anderson, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 11.8, while BB Knight also maintains a PPG average of 11.7 leading up to the game.</p><p>The Cardinals' defense is presently ranked 215th nationally, allowing an average of 77.2 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.5 threes per game vs. Louisiana-Monroe. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 30.1%.</p>

Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Lamar Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/14/23

<p>At 3:30 ET, the Los Angeles Lakers will travel to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a Western Pacific Division matchup. The Suns are currently favored by 4 points and have a record of 33-24, which has them sitting 8th in the West. The Lakers are 9th in the conference with a record of 31-27.</p>

<p>This game will be televised on ABC and will take place at Footprint Center. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 238.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +4</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 3:30 ET on Sunday, February 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-124 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with Anthony Davis points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Lakers Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Lakers come into today's game as the 9th seed in the Western Conference with a record of 31-27. In the Pacific Division, they are in 4th place.</p>

<p>On the road, the Lakers are 11-18 this season. Their straight-up record as the underdog is 10-17, and they are 12-17 against the spread on the road.</p>

<p>Against the Western Conference, the Lakers are 21-18 compared to 10-9 in non-conference games. This season, they are 26-32 ATS.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Lakers beat the Spurs by a score of 123-118. The O/U line for that game was 240.5, and the Lakers were favored by 11 points.</p>

<p>This season, the Lakers have an O/U record of 32-26. In their games, the average combined scoring total is 234.3 points, and today's O/U line is set at 238.5.</p>

<p>Heading into their matchup with the Suns, the Lakers are 13th in the NBA in scoring at 117 points per game. However, on the road, they are averaging 116.3 points per game compared to 117.6 at home.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, the Lakers are 6th in the league at 101.1 possessions per game. This has helped them get out to a 4th ranked field goal percentage of 49%. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 9th in the NBA at 56%.</p>

<p>One area where the Lakers have struggled is three-point shooting. They are 27th in the league in three-point makes and 30th in three-point attempts. Overall, they have hit 36% of their looks from beyond the arc.</p><p>At present, the Lakers' defense is ranked 19th, allowing 117.3 points per game. Los Angeles' defense is currently forcing 13.2 turnovers per game, which is 20th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 10th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.7 rejections per game.</p><h3>Can the Suns Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Today, the Suns will look to extend their home winning streak to eight games as they face the Lakers. Phoenix is favored by 4 points and has a record of 18-11 at home this season.</p>

<p>On the season, the Suns have an average scoring differential of +3.2 points per game at home. In their last game, they were favored by 2.5 points against the Rockets but lost the game straight up by a score of 114-110.</p>

<p>Phoenix's O/U record for the season is 27-30, and the under has hit in their last three games. This year, their games have averaged 231.9 points per game, which is lower than today's O/U line of 238.5.</p>

<p>In Western Conference play, the Suns are 19-17, which has them in 8th place. Against the spread, they are 23-33 for the season and have failed to cover in their last two games.</p>

<p>The Suns' most recent game against the Rockets finished with a combined score of 224 points, which was below the O/U line of 234. In their last two games, they have lost straight up.</p><p>So far this season, the Suns are averaging 117.4 points per game, which is 12th in the NBA. At home, they are averaging 117.6 points per game.</p>

<p>Phoenix has outscored the NBA scoring average in 54.4% of their games. They have scored less than their own average in three straight games.</p>

<p>When it comes to field goal percentage, the Suns are 3rd in the league at 49%. They are also 3rd in true shooting percentage.</p><p>So far, the Suns' defense is ranked 15th in the league at 114.5 points per contest. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Suns are forcing 14.1 per game, which is 27th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 4th in blocked shots at 6.1 per game.</p>

Los Angeles Lakers vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 2/25/24

<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>At 7:00 ET, the Magic (-511) will host the Bulls (+387) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Orlando is currently favored by 10.5 points, and the over/under line for the game is 223.5.</p>

<p>Chicago (8-11) is 9th in the East, while the Magic (12-7) are 3rd. Orlando has won three straight games and is 1st in the Southeast Division. The game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando and can be seen on CHSN.</p><h3>CHICAGO BULLS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-97 in favor of the Bulls.</li><li>Our projections have Zach LaVine finishing with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.1% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Chicago Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Bulls improved to 8-11 on the season with a 127-108 win over the Wizards on Tuesday. Chicago, favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread with the 19-point victory. The game’s total points of 235 fell short of the 244-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a slow start, trailing 29-21 after the 1st quarter, Chicago dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Washington 40-18. They maintained control in the 3rd quarter, edging the Wizards 35-34, and entered the 4th leading 96-81. The Bulls closed out the game by winning the final quarter 31-27.</p><p>Coby White led the Bulls with 21 points and 8 rebounds in their win over the Wizards, hitting 5 threes at a 55.6% clip. Chicago made 14 threes as a team, shooting 35% from deep and 50% overall from the field.</p> <p>White scored 10 points in the 2nd quarter and added 11 more in the 3rd. Talen Horton-Tucker contributed 9 of his 13 points in the 4th quarter, while Ayo Dosunmu also added 6 of his 12 points in the final period.</p><p>The Bulls’ defense shined in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 18 points, which helped them secure a 127-108 win over the Wizards. Overall, they held Washington to 108 points on 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Chicago was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where the Wizards shot just 27%, making only 10 threes. The Bulls also controlled the boards, giving up just 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Magic Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 12-7 on the season with a 95-84 win over the Hornets on Monday. The Magic, favored by 4.5 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 179 points fell well short of the 212.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 25-18 after the 1st quarter, Orlando turned things around, outscoring Charlotte 24-21 in the 2nd and tying 16-16 in the 3rd. They dominated the 4th quarter, outscoring the Hornets 37-22, thanks in part to an 11-0 run that extended their lead from 64-63 to 75-63.</p><p>Franz Wagner led the Magic with 21 points and 7 assists in their win over the Hornets, scoring 13 of his points in the 4th quarter. Cole Anthony and Moritz Wagner each added 16 points, with Anthony also contributing 8 rebounds.</p> <p>Orlando shot just 39.4% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, though they did make 12 threes. Jonathan Isaac also came up big in the 4th, scoring 9 of his 11 points in the final period.</p><p>The Magic put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Hornets to just 84 points in their win on Monday. Orlando gave up 25 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up after that, allowing just 21 in the 2nd, 16 in the 3rd, and 22 in the 4th.</p> <p>Orlando held Charlotte to 41% shooting from the field, including just 21% from three-point range, where the Hornets made only 7 threes. The Magic also recorded 12 steals and 6 blocked shots in the game.</p>

Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 11/27/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Hockey Club and Rangers game? Catch the action at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, as the Rangers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 6 goals, and the Rangers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Hockey Club in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>Our prediction for this game is that the Rangers will come out on top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Rangers on the moneyline</li><li>The Rangers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Utah Win on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club moved to 2-0-0 with a 5-4 overtime win against the Islanders. The game’s total was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for 9, and Utah, as the underdog, also covered the puck line.</p>

<p>Four different players scored for Utah, with Dylan Guenther leading the way with 2 goals, including the game-winner in overtime. Utah fell behind early, but Lawson Crouse tied it up with just 59 seconds left in the first period.</p><p>Dylan Guenther led the way for Utah, netting his 3rd and 4th goals of the season, including the game-winner in overtime. He scored on two of his three shots on goal. Lawson Crouse, who now has two goals this season, also added an assist. Josh Doan found the net for the first time this year, while Barrett Hayton scored his second goal of the season.</p> <p>Logan Cooley picked up his 4th assist of the season, while Mikhail Sergachev added his 3rd assist. Clayton Keller earned his 2nd assist of the year. Utah took 26 shots on goal and converted twice on the power play.</p><p>Utah's defense gave up the first goal at 8:50 in the first period and allowed three more in the third, but they held the Islanders scoreless in overtime. Goalie Connor Ingram made 21 saves with a save percentage of 84%, while Utah's defense added 11 takeaways and 13 hits.</p><h3>Is It the Rangers Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>The Rangers opened the season with a dominant 6-0 win over the Penguins. New York covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals resulted in a push.</p> 

<p>Five different Rangers found the net in the win. Sam Carrick scored first, finding the net at 17:36 in the first period. Chris Kreider led the team with two goals.</p><p>Chris Kreider led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his second at 8:25 in the third period. Sam Carrick opened the scoring at 17:36 in the first, while Alexis Lafrenière added his first goal of the season just 2:37 into the game. Filip Chytil and Vincent Trocheck also found the net, with Trocheck's goal coming at 3:01 in the third period.</p> <p>The Rangers took 40 shots on goal and recorded 18 giveaways. They scored three times in the first period, added another in the second, and finished with two more in the third. None of their goals came on the power play.</p><p>On the defensive side, Igor Shesterkin stopped all 31 shots he faced, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The Rangers' defense also contributed with 4 takeaways, 16 hits, and 20 blocks.</p>

Utah Hockey Club vs New York Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

<p>Thursday's matchup between the Mariners and Athletics is set to get started at 3:37 PM ET from Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, CA. The Mariners are 35-28 this season, while the Athletics are 25-38. Seattle is currently in 1st place in the AL West, while the Athletics are 4th in the division.</p>

<p>JP Sears is starting for the Athletics, and he will be facing off against Bryan Woo for the Mariners. Seattle is favored on the money line, and the odds for this game have the over/under line at 7.5 runs. RSNW will be televising this game.</p><h3>OAKLAND ATHLETICS VS SEATTLE MARINERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Athletics Moneyline +121</p><p>This game will be played at Oakland Coliseum at 3:37 ET on Thursday, June 6th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARINERS VS ATHLETICS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Athletics winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Athletics 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 A's vs Mariners series. Oakland went into the matchup as +140 underdogs and squeaked out a 2-1 win. The A's only had five hits in the game but got to Mariners starter Logan Gilbert, who gave up five hits and one earned run in seven innings of work.</p>

<p>Joey Estes got the win for the A's out of the bullpen, going 6 1/3 innings and not giving up a run. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued zero walks. As for the Mariners, they got their only run in the 9th inning off Estes.</p>

<p>At the plate, Zack Gelof was the difference for the A's, as he homered and scored twice while going 2/3. Julio Rodriguez hit the game's other home run for the Mariners, going 1/3.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>Seattle is 35-28 overall and leads the AL West by 4.5 games over the Rangers. The Mariners are 13-5 against other teams in the division and have won two straight series. Their overall series record is 10-7-2 this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners have gone 21-11, and they are just below .500 on the road at 14-17. Seattle has been playing well recently, going 8-2 over their last ten games. As the road favorite, the Mariners are 6-6 this year, and they are 14-13 as the underdog overall.</p><p>In games where Seattle has won, they have done so by an average of 3.1 runs per game, which is why they have a run line record of 31-32. Their run line record at home is 18-14, while on the road, it is 13-18. As the favorite, they are 16-20 vs. the run line, while as the underdog, they are 15-12.</p><p>Seattle's over/under record this season is 23-37, with the average line set at 8 runs per game. When the line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 6-12. The Mariners' games have averaged 7.3 runs per game this season, and their current under streak is at three games. Nearly half of their games have had higher over/under lines than today's 7.5-run total.</p><p>Bryan Woo is on the mound for the Mariners today, as they are taking on the Athletics on the road. Woo has been solid in each of his first 3 starts this season, picking up a win in his last outing against the Yankees. He has yet to allow an earned run this season, with 2 strikeouts in his first start and 7 in his last outing.</p><p>The Mariners offense has been one of the worst in the league this season, averaging just 3.7 runs per game, which is 28th in the MLB. They have been even worse at home, averaging just 3.6 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .222 and are last in the league in strikeouts. However, they do have the 9th most home runs in the league.</p>

<p>Cal Raleigh has been the Mariners' top power threat this season, as he is 9th in the league with 11 homers. However, he is batting just .205. Julio Rodriguez has been the team's most consistent hitter this season, batting .270 with five homers. Ty France is 2nd on the team with 26 RBIs and has gone deep seven times.</p><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics host the Mariners today with an overall record of 25-38, which has them 4th in the AL West. Currently, they trail the Mariners by ten games in the division. So far, they are just 6-13 in AL West matchups. Oakland has really struggled on the road, going 11-21 compared to 14-17 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Athletics are 19-36 this season, and they are 6-2 when favored. Oakland's overall series record is 7-11-1, and they have dropped three straight series. The team is also just 4-6 over their last ten games and are 1-1 in their series vs. the Mariners.</p><p>When the Athletics win, they do so by an average of 3.0 runs per game, and when they lose, it's by an average of 3.7 runs per game. They are 31-32 against the run line this season, including 15-16 at home. As the underdog, they are 29-26 vs. the run line, and they have covered in two straight games overall and as the underdog.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics are back home to face the Seattle Mariners today, and oddsmakers have set the over/under line at 7.5 runs. The combined run average for Athletics games this season is 8.5 runs, and their over/under record is 28-33. When the line has been set at 7.5 runs, the over/under record is 9-10. Overall, 65.1% of their games have had higher lines than today's, and the under has hit in their last three games.</p><p>Left-hander JP Sears gets the start for the Athletics today and will be facing the Mariners at home. Sears has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 4-4 with a 4.01 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, Sears has a WHIP of 1.11 and has issued just 2.54 walks per nine innings compared to 6.01 strikeouts. He has turned in four quality starts this year and is coming off a rough outing vs. the Braves, where he gave up four earned runs in seven innings of work. Before that, he had allowed four earned runs in back-to-back starts.</p><p>Heading into the game, the Athletics are hoping that Miguel Andujar and Zack Gelof can keep up their recent hot hitting, as both players are batting .333 over their last five games. Gelof is also on a six-game hitting streak. For the season, Brent Rooker and Shea Langeliers are tied for the team lead with 12 homers. However, Rooker has the better batting average of the two at .275, compared to Langeliers at just .202.</p>

<p>Overall, the Athletics are 4th in home runs but are batting just .223 as a team, which is 21st in the league. As a team, they are averaging just 3.7 runs per game and are also near the bottom of the league in terms of on-base percentage and slugging. However, they have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 4.4 runs per game.</p>

Seattle Mariners vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 6/6/24

<p>FOX will broadcast the week 15 AFC matchup between the Jets and Jaguars, which is set to kick off at 1:00 ET. The Jets are favored on the road with a point spread of -3.5 and have a money line of -182. The Jaguars are the underdogs with a +152 money line. The over/under line is 40.5 points.</p><h3>NEW YORK JETS VS JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Jaguars +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at EverBank Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Jaguars winning this one by a score of 23 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Jaguars winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 40.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Jets Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Jets have now dropped four straight games, including a 32-26 loss to the Dolphins in week 14, bringing their record to 3-10. This streak includes a narrow 28-27 loss to the Colts in week 11 and a 26-21 defeat to the Seahawks in week 13. Their last win came in week 9 when they beat the Texans 21-13. Against Miami, the Jets managed to cover the 6.5-point spread, but the 58 combined points went over the 45.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 15, the Jets rank 20th in our power rankings and have a -3.8 scoring margin. Their O/U record is 7-5-1, with the over hitting in three straight games. New York is 4-9 against the spread, going 3-6 as favorites and 1-3 as underdogs.</p><p>Heading into week 15, the Jets rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They are 23rd in the league in scoring, averaging 19.3 points per game, and 27th in total yards with 299.8 per game. New York ranks 6th in passing attempts but only 19th in passing yards, averaging 212.8 per game. On the ground, they are 30th in rushing attempts and 31st in rushing yards, with just 87 per game. The Jets are 12th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 39.2% success rate, and they rank 15th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Aaron Rodgers threw for 339 yards and a touchdown in week 14, completing 27 of 39 passes without an interception. Garrett Wilson led the team with 7 catches for 114 yards. Braelon Allen had 43 rushing yards on 11 carries. The Jets scored 3 points in the 4th quarter after putting up 10 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>Despite allowing just 44 rushing yards on 19 attempts, the Jets gave up 331 passing yards to the Dolphins in their most recent game. New York lost 32-26 in overtime, with Miami converting on just 11.1% of their third down attempts. The Jets' inability to generate a pass rush was evident, as they failed to record any sacks. The Dolphins completed 70.2% of their passes against the Jets.</p>
<p>The Jets' defense allowed 375 total yards in the game, with two passing touchdowns. Additionally, the Jets' defense allowed 7 yards per attempt in the passing game.</p><h3>Are The Jaguars Going Win In At Upset At EverBank Stadium</h3><p>With a 3-10 record, the Jaguars sit 28th in our power rankings and have a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. Jacksonville is 2-2 in division games and 3-5 in the AFC, putting them 3rd in the AFC South. They are 2-4 at home and 1-6 on the road.</p> <p>Jacksonville is 7-5-1 against the spread, including a 6-2-1 record as underdogs. They covered in their week 14 win over the Titans, winning 10-6 as 3-point underdogs. The O/U line was 40.5, and the teams combined for 16 points, making it the Jags’ second straight under.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense ranks 24th in our power rankings, averaging 18.3 points per game, which is also 24th in the NFL. They are 28th in the league in yards per game, with 297.2, and rank 23rd in passing yards per game (198.2) on 31.3 attempts per game. On the ground, they are 26th in rushing yards per game, with 98.9, on 22.8 attempts per game. The Jaguars have struggled on third down, converting just 33.3% of their attempts, which ranks 28th in the league.</p> <p>In week 14, Jacksonville scored 10 points in the 4th quarter to beat the Titans, 10-6. Mac Jones threw for 220 yards, completing 23 of 31 passes, but had two interceptions and no touchdowns. Tank Bigsby led the team in rushing with 55 yards on 18 carries, while Brian Thomas Jr. had 8 catches for 86 yards.</p><p>Despite allowing 126 rushing yards on 28 attempts, the Jaguars' defense was tough to move the ball against in their most recent game, holding the Titans to just 6 points in a 10-6 win. The Jaguars gave up only 146 yards passing, with Tennessee averaging just 4.6 yards per attempt. Jacksonville's defense also held the Titans to a 50% conversion rate on third down.</p><p></p><p>Even though they didn't generate a lot of pressure, the Jaguars did come away with two sacks in the game. Overall, the Jaguars' defense was successful in limiting big plays and keeping the Titans out of the endzone, despite giving up some yards on the ground.</p>

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<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>

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<p>Baseball bettors get a little bit of a respite on Thursday with a smaller card than usual as teams enjoy an off day or endure a travel day to head into the weekend. One game with some division implications is the matchup between the Cleveland Indians and the Minnesota Twins.</p>



<p>Jean Carlos Mejia will give it another go for the Indians, who have run out of actual starting pitchers on the MLB, and Jose Berrios will counter for the Twins. With Berrios on the bump, the Twins are a -180 favorite with a total of 9 at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline/"><strong>BetOnline Sportsbook</strong></a>.</p>



<h2 id="h-cleveland-indians"><strong><u>Cleveland Indians</u></strong></h2>



<p>It is very easy to focus on what the Indians don’t have right now instead of what they do. This is and has been one of the top bullpens in baseball for most of the season, anchored by a strong 1-2 punch in the late innings with James Karinchak and Emmanuel Clase. That has to be viewed as a weapon for the Indians in virtually every game, especially against a team like the Twins that has a bullpen that ranks near the bottom five in both ERA and FIP.</p>



<p>The Indians have also been a pretty solid defensive team this season, which has come in handy with the lack of starters and all of the balls in play coming from the replacements. While the defensive metrics show a league average kind of unit, it sure feels like they’ve been a lot better than that, especially compared to past teams.</p>



<p>The Indians offense has been slightly better lately thanks to some weaker competition, but this is still a unit that ranks 22nd in wOBA at .299. The Indians put a lot of balls in play, but have been a major laggard in the BABIP department at .267. That is one of the lowest in baseball. It is unfortunate because the Indians are 12th in Hard Hit%, which is pretty respectable all things considered.</p>



<p>It would be great if they could unlock some of that offensive potential because they might need it with Jean Carlos Mejia on the hill. Mejia has a 6.11 ERA on the season, but has a 3.67 FIP and a 3.70 xFIP. Mejia has fallen victim to quite a bit of bad luck, as his LOB% sits at just 52.1%. He has respectable K/BB numbers, but has allowed a .294/.368/.588 slash with men in scoring position.</p>



<p>Mejia just allowed six runs on seven hits to the Pirates in his last start on June 18. He’ll be on a little bit of extra rest here, so we’ll see if that helps. He has allowed 12 runs on 16 hits in his 12.2 innings as a starter.</p>



<h2 id="h-minnesota-twins"><strong><u>Minnesota Twins</u></strong></h2>



<p>Jose Berrios is worth watching closely in this start. Berrios saw a huge spin rate decrease in his last start down in Texas. He allowed three runs on six hits with six strikeouts over six innings in that start. Berrios now has a 3.56 ERA with a 3.57 FIP on the season in his 83.1 innings of work. The right-hander has sustained last season’s strikeout increase and has cut down the walks. He has a career-worst 9.8% Barrel% on the season, so the command is still a little bit of a work in progress.</p>



<p>As mentioned above, Berrios will need to give the Twins some length, as the bullpen has been putrid this season. That has been a strength in recent seasons and Rocco Baldelli’s aggressive managing has allowed that bullpen to be an even bigger weapon. This season, Baldelli probably has nightmares about having to go to his relievers.</p>



<p>The Twins pitching staff has been a hindrance as a whole this season. Minnesota’s offense ranks second in Hard Hit% at 42.3% and went into Wednesday’s off day eighth in wOBA at .323. The Minnesota offense has not been the problem this season to say the least. The Twins have hit 107 homers, which is just off the pace set by the Giants, and they’ve set themselves up well with the bats.</p>



<p>Things in baseball do have a way of evening out and the Twins are 6-2 in their last eight one-run games after starting just 5-9 in that department. It was a big part of their early season struggles, a byproduct of both the bullpen and the starting staff’s inability to allow the team to pitch from in front. Things have stabilized, but the Twins are still a last-place team in the division.</p>



<h2 id="h-indians-vs-twins-free-pick"><strong><u>Indians vs. Twins Free Pick</u></strong></h2>



<p>This is a pretty big line for a last-place team against a second-place team, which is a pretty telling indicator of what the markets think of the Indians. Cleveland is the biggest overachiever per the alternate standings metrics, as BaseRuns lists Cleveland more like a 33-38 team. BaseRuns has the Twins at 34-39, for what it’s worth.</p>



<p>Still, this is a big number in this game. The Indians offense has been pesky and persistent and the Tribe’s bullpen is better than that of the Twins. It’s just a matter of whether or not Mejia can keep the team in the game while Berrios is out there. I think that can happen.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Cleveland Indians</strong></p>

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<p>The MLB betting action continues Tuesday, June 14, 2022, with the marquee interleague showdown from Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, so we bring you the best Angels vs. Dodgers betting pick along with the latest odds update on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Halos and Blue Crew meet each other for the first time in 2022 and open a two-game series. The Dodgers are listed as -171 home favorites, while the Angels sit at +157 moneyline odds with a total of 9.0 runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Angels lost five straight series&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Los Angeles Angels are coming off a 4-1 defeat to the New York Mets this past Sunday. They dropped a three-game interleague set at home, which was their fifth consecutive series defeat. The Angels fell to 29-33 on the season, laying at the third spot in the AL West.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Mike Trout (groin) returned from his three-game absence last Saturday and belted two home runs in an 11-6 thrashing of the Mets. Trout went 1-for-4 with an RBI single in Sunday’s clash against New York, and the future hall-of-famer is now slashing .293/.392/.634 in 2022. The Angels are scoring 4.39 runs per game (tied-14<sup>th </sup>in the majors) while surrendering 4.24 in a return (16<sup>th</sup>).&nbsp;</p>



<p>Noah Syndergaard will take the mound Tuesday, looking to avoid his third straight loss. The 29-year-old right-hander tossed six innings of a one-run ball in a 1-0 defeat to the Boston Red Sox on June 6. On the last day of May, he was obliterated for five runs on seven hits across just 2.1 frames of work in a 9-1 defeat at Yankee Stadium in New York. Syndergaard is 4-4 with a 3.69 ERA and 1.19 WHIP in nine starts (46.1 innings) this season.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Dodgers hope to snap their three-game skid&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers are in crisis. They’ve won only four of their previous 13 games overall and are riding a three-game losing streak following a 2-0 defeat at San Francisco this past Sunday. The Dodgers have scored only four runs in a three-game series against the Giants.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Over the last couple of weeks, Los Angeles is slashing only .235/.303/.392 while posting an underwhelming 4.50 ERA. The Dodgers’ bullpen has registered a pedestrian 5.40 ERA, 4.20 FIP, and .311 BABIP in that stretch.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Tony Gonsolin will toe the rubber Tuesday and shoot for his fourth straight win. The 28-year-old righty is 7-0 with a sparkling 1.58 ERA and 0.86 WHIP in 11 starts (57 innings) in 2022. Gonsolin has gone 6-0 over his previous seven starts, posting a 1.58 ERA, 3.21 FIP, and .165 BABIP.&nbsp;</p>



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



<p><strong>LA Angels:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-16 in the last 18 games overall&nbsp;</li><li>0-9 in the last nine games on the road&nbsp;</li><li>2-5 in Noah Syndergaard’s last seven starts&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>LA Dodgers:</strong></p>



<ul><li>9-3 in the last 12 games against the Angels&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>6-1 in Tony Gonsolin’s last seven starts&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Los Angeles Angels vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Pick&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Dodgers will win this game if Tony Gonsolin continues to shine. The Angels’ lineup is loaded with dangerous bats, but I’m going with Gonsolin and the Dodgers. Tony holds a terrific .205 expected batting average and .230 wOBA.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>I’ve mentioned how bad the Dodgers’ bullpen has been in the last two weeks. On the other side, the Halos’ bullpen is sporting a 0-4 record, 4.96 ERA, and 5.08 FIP in June. If Noah Syndergaard starts to struggle, the visitors will be in trouble.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Los Angeles Dodgers at -171&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>Both Angels and Dodgers have struggled to hit well in the last 15 days of action. The Halos have posted a poor .215/.281/.348 triple-slash, while the Dodgers have recorded an underwhelming .235/.303/.392 slash line.&nbsp;</p>



<p>These two teams should improve on both sides of the ball in coming days. We shouldn’t see a proper high-scoring affair Tuesday unless one of the starting pitchers falls apart.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 9.0 runs at -105&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Vikings and Roadrunners. The game is starting at 9:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Roadrunners at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Bakersfield is favored by -3.5 against Portland State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Vikings Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State improved to 4-5 on the season after an 81-75 road win over Pacific on Wednesday. The Vikings entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Portland State led 43-29 at halftime, but Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game line of 148.5.</p><p>Portland State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 16 for 24 from the free-throw line, shooting 66.7%.</p> <p>The Vikings grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points on 6 of 10 shooting, including 2 of 3 from three-point range. Four other players scored 15 points, including Jefferson Koulibaly, who hit 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Portland State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, just 24% shooting. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 free throws, an 86% rate. The Vikings also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Bakersfield?</h3><p>The Roadrunners improved to 4-6 on the season with an 81-64 win over Portland on Wednesday. Bakersfield entered the game as +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Bakersfield led 46-35 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Portland 35-29. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Bakersfield's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in large part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>CJ Hardy led the way with 22 points, knocking down 4 of 6 threes, while Austin Rapp added 21 points, connecting on 6 of 10 from deep. Jemel Jones and Max Mackinnon each contributed 17 points, with Jones hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Bakersfield gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Roadrunners' defense allowed 14 of 28 shots to fall, a 50% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense saw 9 of 24 attempts go in, with their opponent shooting 37% from deep. The Roadrunners also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they connected on 11 free throws, an 84% clip.</p>

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

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

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

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

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

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

<p>The Rams are favored on the road in their week 16 matchup against the Jets. The game, set for 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, is being televised on CBS. The Rams' money line odds are -184, while the Jets' odds are +155. The Rams are favored by -3.5 points, and the over/under line is 46.5 points.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES RAMS VS NEW YORK JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Jets +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at MetLife Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK JETS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rams winning this one by a score of 22 to 21</li><li>Even though we like the Rams to win, our ATS pick is to take the Jets at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 46.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rams Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With three straight wins, the Rams now sit at 8-6, putting them in first place in the NFC West. After a week 12 loss to the Eagles, they bounced back with wins over the Saints, Bills, and 49ers. In week 15, they defeated San Francisco 12-6, covering the spread as 3-point underdogs. The O/U line was 48.5, and the teams combined for just 18 points.</p> <p>Heading into week 16, the Rams have a 53.4% chance of making the playoffs and a 52.9% chance of winning the division. They rank 13th in our NFL power rankings. Against the spread, they are 7-7 this season, with an average scoring margin of -2. Their O/U record is also 7-7, with their games averaging 46.3 points compared to an average line of 47.3.</p><p>Matthew Stafford has been interception-free in his last three games, posting a passer rating of 76 in week 15, with 160 yards on 16/27 passing. In week 14, he threw for 320 yards and 2 touchdowns, completing 23/30 passes. Before that, he had a 110 passer rating in week 13, with 183 yards and 2 touchdowns. Puka Nacua has been his top target, with 7 catches for 97 yards in week 15, following a 162-yard performance in week 14.</p> <p>Kyren Williams rushed for 108 yards on 29 carries in week 15. The Rams are currently 14th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.1, and they rank 13th in yards per game with 337.9. They are 24th in 3rd-down conversions, with a rate of 35.8%.</p><p>The Rams' defense was dominant in their most recent game, allowing just 128 passing yards and 63 rushing yards on 19 attempts to the 49ers. They came away with three sacks and limited San Francisco to just 25% on third down conversions. The Rams' defense also came up with one interception and didn't allow a touchdown, helping the team to a 12-6 win.</p><h3>Are The Jets Going Win In At Upset At MetLife Stadium</h3><p>With a 4-10 record, the Jets are 3rd in the AFC East and 11th in the conference standings. Our power rankings have them 18th heading into week 16. New York has a -3 scoring margin and is 5-9 against the spread, but they have covered in two straight games, including a 7-point win over the Jaguars in week 15. The O/U has gone over in four consecutive Jets games, and their O/U record stands at 8-5-1 this season.</p> <p>The Jets have been eliminated from playoff contention, with their chances of making the postseason and winning the division both at 0.0%. New York is 2-4 at home and 2-6 on the road, and they are 1-3 in division games. Their conference record is 4-6.</p><p>Heading into week 16, the Jets rank 16th in our offensive power rankings. They are 19th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 20.2, and 23rd in yards per game with 307. New York ranks 7th in passing attempts, averaging 35.4 per game, and 18th in passing yards with 217.3 per game. On the ground, they are 29th in both rushing attempts and yards per game, averaging 21.4 attempts and 89.7 yards. The Jets rank 12th in 3rd-down conversions, with a 39.2% success rate, and are 16th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Aaron Rodgers had a big game in week 15, throwing for 289 yards and 3 touchdowns on 16/30 passing. Davante Adams was his top target, hauling in 9 catches for 198 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Jets scored 15 points in the 4th quarter against Jacksonville, after being shut out in the 2nd quarter. New York converted 4 of 10 3rd-down attempts and scored on 2 of their 3 red zone trips.</p><p>In their 32-25 win over the Jaguars, the Jets' defense gave up 421 yards. They allowed 136 rushing yards on 29 attempts and 285 passing yards on 31 completions. Despite this, they did come up with two interceptions. The Jaguars converted on 53.3% of their third down attempts and had two passing touchdowns against the Jets. New York's two sacks were part of their effort to limit the Jaguars.<p></p>

<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>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cowboys versus the Cougars? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Marriott Center in Provo, UT. This Big 12 conference matchup has an over/under of 152 points, and BYU is favored to win by -13.5 at home vs. Oklahoma State.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS VS BYU COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Marriott Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-72 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have BYU winning straight-up, we like Oklahoma State at +13.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Oklahoma State Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Despite being 12-18 overall, Oklahoma State has been a solid team at home this season, going 10-8 compared to just 1-9 on the road. The Cowboys' average scoring margin at home is +3.9, compared to -11.0 on the road.</p>

<p>As an underdog this season, Oklahoma State is just 3-12, compared to 8-5 as the favorite. They'll be the underdog once again today, as they look to snap a three-game losing streak.</p><p>As the underdog, Oklahoma State has an ATS record of 6-9 this season and they are 11-17 overall. On the road, their ATS mark is 4-6 and they are 2-1 vs. the spread in their last 3 road games. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Cowboys are 6-4.</p><p>Oklahoma State's over/under record for the season is 16-12 and today's line of 152 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (140.6). So far, 20 of their games have finished with fewer points than 152. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 141 points.</p><p>Against Texas Tech, the Oklahoma State had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 71.3 points per game. They scored 58 points and posted a field goal percentage of 37% in the game. In terms of offense, the Cowboys have a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, putting them 247th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 264th in percentage and 111st in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Cowboys' defense is ranked 178th in the country at 72.2 points per contest. Oklahoma State's three-point defense is currently 79th in the country at 6.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 45.8% of their shots vs. Oklahoma State.</p><h3>Do the Cougars Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>BYU comes into this game with a 21-9 record, including a 16-2 mark at home. They have won five straight games at home and have a scoring margin of +19.9 points per game at home this season. On the year, they have been favored in 23 of their 30 games, going 20-3 in those contests.</p>

<p>In their last game, BYU fell to Iowa State by a score of 68-63. Over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 8-2.</p><p>BYU has an overall ATS record of 18-11-1 this season, including a mark of 13-5 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Cougars have gone 5-4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in BYU games is 14-16. Today's over/under line of 152 is right in line with the average over/under line in their games this year (150). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points compared to their season average of 151.5.</p><p>In their most recent game, the BYU offense put up just 63 points vs. the Iowa State Cyclones. Overall, they are now averaging 82.1 points per game which is 27th in the country. Offensively, the Cougars hold a season-long field goal percentage of 46%, placing them 105th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 154th in terms of percentage and 3rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the BYU defense is giving up an average of 69.4 points per contest. So far, the BYU defense is giving up an average of 7.4 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.4 times per game (451st).</p>

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