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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Dons and Cougars. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Friel Court in Pullman, WA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 148.5 points, and Washington State is favored by -2.5 against San Francisco in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO DONS VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington State Cougars -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Friel Court at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Washington State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Dons Grab a Win in Pullman?</h3><h3>San Francisco Dons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dons improved to 12-3 on the season with an 89-81 win over Pacific on Thursday. San Francisco, who were -13 favorites going into the game, didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-34 at halftime, the Dons exploded for 55 points in the second half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 170 easily surpassed the over/under line of 141.5.</p><p>San Francisco's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 89 points while shooting 50.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.6%, thanks in part to hitting 14 threes at a 45.2% clip. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 19 of 21 attempts for a 90.5% rate.</p> <p>Elijah Fisher led the way with 25 points, shooting 60% overall. Malik Thomas added 24 points, and Marcus Williams contributed 22 points and 7 assists, hitting 4 threes at 50%. The Dons also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists as a team.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 59% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 22 of their 37 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Dons held their opponent to 33% shooting, with just 5 threes made on 15 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws at an 81% clip. San Francisco also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Cougars Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Washington State improved to 12-3 on the season with a 73-59 win over Loyola Marymount on Monday. Playing at home, the Cougars entered the game as -8.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Leading 36-34 at halftime, Washington State clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 25 points while scoring 37 of their own.</p><p>Washington State put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 55.3% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 19 three-point shots.</p> <p>Nate Calmese and Caleb Stone-Carrawell each scored 20 points, with Stone-Carrawell hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Tomas Thrastarson added 17 points, knocking down 4 of 5 threes, while Dane Erikstrup contributed 14 points, hitting 3 of 7 from long range. The Cougars had 17 assists and 8 offensive rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the free-throw line.</p><p>Despite Washington State's defensive struggles, allowing 59 points on 49% shooting, they still held their opponent to just 59 points. The Cougars gave up 21 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington State allowed 7 threes on 19 attempts, with their opponent shooting 36% from deep. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws at a 71% rate.</p>

San Francisco Dons vs Washington State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

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The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Denver Nuggets vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Portland Trail Blazers vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

New York Knicks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Utah Jazz vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Phoenix Suns vs Indiana Pacers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Atlanta Hawks vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

College Basketball

Delaware State Hornets vs Howard Bison NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Norfolk State Spartans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Southern Jaguars vs Texas Southern Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Grambling State Tigers vs Prairie View A&M Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

UIC Flames vs Belmont Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

UCLA Bruins vs Nebraska Cornhuskers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Michigan Wolverines vs USC Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Bellarmine Knights vs Central Arkansas Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Stetson Hatters vs West Georgia Wolves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Eagles face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Reese Court in Cheney, WA. Montana State come into this Big Sky conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>MONTANA STATE BOBCATS VS EASTERN WASHINGTON EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Washington Eagles +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reese Court at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN WASHINGTON EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Eastern Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bobcats Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Montana State’s season record fell to 4-9 after a 69-64 road loss to Idaho on Thursday. The Bobcats were -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 133 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 30-25 at halftime, Montana State scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed Idaho to match that output, preventing a comeback.</p><p>Montana State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.6% from the field and 22.2% from beyond the arc, hitting only 6 of 27 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.9%, and they connected on 60.9% of their free throws, going 14 for 23 from the line.</p> <p>Patrick McMahon led the team with 15 points, while Tyler Mrus, Tyler Linhardt, and Brian Goracke each added 14 points. Linhardt was efficient, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Julius Mims was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots and grabbing 9 rebounds.</p><p>Montana State's defense held their opponent to 69 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% on 22 of 56 shooting. They limited two-point opportunities, allowing 15 of 36 shots to fall for a 41% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of 20 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 18 of 26, shooting 69%. Montana State also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Eagles Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Eastern Washington's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 2-10 after a 92-81 loss to Montana on Thursday. The Eagles, who were +1 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 173, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>After a 40-40 tie at halftime, Eastern Washington couldn't keep up in the second half, allowing 52 points while scoring 41. The Eagles will need to tighten up defensively if they hope to turn their season around.</p><p>Eastern Washington put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They made 8 of 24 three-pointers (33.3%) and were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%). The Eagles also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 11 assists.</p> <p>Mason Williams led the way with 28 points, shooting 4 of 7 from deep (57.1%), while Money Williams added 26 points and 7 assists. Joe Pridgen was efficient, hitting 9 of 12 shots for 21 points, and Austin Patterson connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Eastern Washington's defense struggled, giving up 92 points on 46% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 53% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Washington's defense conceded 8 threes on 24 attempts, with their opponent also hitting 15 of 17 free throws, an 88% clip. Eastern Washington gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Montana State Bobcats vs Eastern Washington Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Buccaneers and Lancers face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lancers are hosting the game at Joan Perry Brock Center in Farmville, VA. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Longwood as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS VS LONGWOOD LANCERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Joan Perry Brock Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Lancers.</li><li>Even though we have Longwood winning straight-up, we like Charleston Southern at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Charleston Southern Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>Charleston Southern improved to 3-11 on the season with a 72-63 home win over Gardner-Webb on Thursday, January 2nd. The Buccaneers were +2 point underdogs going into the game, but they not only pulled off the win, they also covered the spread.</p> <p>Charleston Southern took control early, leading 36-24 at halftime. They matched that output in the 2nd half, scoring another 36 points, while Gardner-Webb put up 39. The total points for the game came to 135, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p><p>Charleston Southern put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, with a strong 55.2% on two-pointers, but just 24.1% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 29 attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 19 of 30 for 63.3%.</p> <p>DJ Patrick led the way with 19 points, hitting 4 of 9 from three-point range. RJ Johnson added 18 points, while Taje' Kelly contributed 14 points and 16 rebounds. The Buccaneers grabbed 11 offensive boards and dished out 13 assists in the game.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (23/58). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 7/29, or 24%. Charleston Southern also sent them to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 19, shooting 63%. The Buccaneers gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Longwood Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers dropped to 8-5 on the season after a 68-60 road loss to Presbyterian on Thursday. Longwood entered the game as 3-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 128, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Longwood led 36-33 at halftime but managed only 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The Lancers will need to address their 2nd-half struggles as they look to bounce back.</p><p>Longwood's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.4% from the field and 6.7% from beyond the arc, hitting only 1 of 15 three-point attempts. They finished with 60 points, with an effective field goal percentage matching their overall shooting percentage.</p> <p>Elijah Tucker led the way with 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 72.7% from the field. Kaleb Scott added 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 60%, while Kory Mincy contributed 15 points, despite shooting 28.6% overall and 20% from three-point range.</p><p>Longwood's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Lancers gave up 19 two-pointers on 34 attempts, a 55% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood limited their opponent to just 3 made threes on 20 attempts, a 15% shooting performance. The Lancers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 21 free throws, a 75% rate.</p>

Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs Longwood Lancers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Edmonton Oilers vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Buffalo Sabres vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Tampa Bay Lightning vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Utah Hockey Club vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

St. Louis Blues vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Montreal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Minnesota Wild vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Nashville Predators vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

New Jersey Devils vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Betting on today's Hockey Club and Stars game? Catch the action at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX, as the Stars hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6 goals and the Stars are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Hockey Club.</p><h3>UTAH HOCKEY CLUB VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Based on our analysis, we foresee the Stars winning the game with a predicted score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Stars on the moneyline</li><li>The Stars should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Hockey Club Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-15-6 after a 4-3 road loss to the Golden Knights. The game’s total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 7, pushing it over the line. Utah, as the underdog, didn’t cover the puck line.</p>

<p>Utah led 2-0 before Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Logan Cooley opened the scoring at 11:52 in the first period, and Ian Cole added another at 12:00 in the second. The Golden Knights tied it up with a goal at 19:59 in the second period and took the lead in the third. Alexander Kerfoot’s goal at 13:10 in the third tied it for Utah, but Vegas scored the winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club registered 13 giveaways in their 4-3 loss to Vegas. They took 19 shots on goal, with Logan Cooley scoring his second goal of the season. Ian Cole added his first goal, while Alexander Kerfoot netted his second.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad notched two assists, bringing his season total to two. Jack McBain picked up his third assist, while Cooley now has eight assists this season. Maveric Lamoureux recorded his first assist of the year.</p><p>Utah's defense will look to rebound after allowing 4 goals in their last game, including the game-winner in overtime. They had taken a 2-0 lead over Vegas, but the Golden Knights scored twice late in the 2nd period and twice more in the 3rd and OT. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, while the defense had 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Can the Stars Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars fell to 23-13-1 this season. Dallas trailed 2-0 before scoring twice in the second period to tie it up, but Florida pulled ahead in the third with two more goals.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 6 goals fell just short. Dallas, as the underdog on the puck line, didn’t cover. All of the Panthers’ goals came before the Stars got on the board.</p><p>Dallas fired 25 shots on goal but only managed two scores in their 4-2 loss to the Panthers. Evgenii Dadonov netted his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his 8th assist on Dadonov's power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before finding the net twice in the second. They recorded 32 giveaways in the game, and Miro Heiskanen earned his 4th assist of the season.</p><p>Dallas' defense gave up the first goal 5:15 into the first period and another at 8:47 in the second, but the Stars tied the game at 2-2 before allowing two more goals—one at 2:32 in the third and an empty-netter at 19:00. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage.</p>

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Best NFL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

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Kansas City Chiefs vs Denver Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

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New Orleans Saints vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

New York Giants vs Philadelphia Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>The over/under line is set at 48.5 points for the AFC North matchup between the Bengals and Steelers. ABC is set to televise this one, with the Bengals favored on the road. The Bengals are -125 on the money line, and the Steelers are +105. The game is being played at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, with the Steelers looking to advance their record and the Bengals also looking to advance their record. The point spread is in favor of the Bengals at -1.5.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BENGALS VS PITTSBURGH STEELERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 29 to 24</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Bengals Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 18, the Bengals have won four straight games, bringing their record to 8-8. After a week 13 loss to the Steelers, Cincinnati bounced back with wins over the Cowboys, Titans, Browns, and Broncos. Their most recent victory was a 30-24 win over Denver in week 17, where they covered the 3-point spread. The combined points in this game (54) went over the 50.5-point line.</p> <p>Our power rankings have the Bengals 13th heading into week 18, and they have a 10.1% chance of making the playoffs. Against the spread, they are 10-6, with an average scoring margin of +2.2 points per game. Their O/U record is 11-5, with their games averaging 54.4 points this season.</p><p>Joe Burrow has been on fire, throwing for 412 yards (39/49) and 3 touchdowns in week 17 against the Broncos. He had a passer rating of 122, bouncing back from a 4-sack game in week 16, though he was sacked 7 times in this last outing. Tee Higgins had a big game, with 11 catches for 131 yards and 3 touchdowns, while Chase Brown rushed for 67 yards on 20 carries.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the Bengals are 6th in the NFL, scoring 28.3 points per game. They rank 8th in total yards, with 368.8 per game, and lead the league in passing yards, averaging 274.6 per game. They are 4th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversions, with a 47.3% success rate.</p><p>In their 30-24 overtime win over the Broncos, the Bengals' defense gave up 206 passing yards and 123 rushing yards on 27 attempts. They allowed three passing touchdowns but did manage to force one interception. The Bengals' defense struggled to defend the run, allowing 4.6 yards per attempt, but they held Denver to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down.<p></p>Cincinnati's defense recorded two sacks and allowed the Broncos to complete 77.4% of their passes. Despite their struggles against the run, the Bengals were able to come out on top in a close overtime victory.</p><h3>Will The Steelers Win At Home Over The Bengals?</h3><p>Despite their three-game losing streak, the Steelers have a 100% chance of making the playoffs, according to our projections. Pittsburgh is 10-6, putting them 5th in our AFC power rankings and 14th in the league. They are 2nd in the AFC North, with a 3-2 division record. The Steelers are 5-2 at home and 5-4 on the road.</p> <p>Against the spread, Pittsburgh is 10-6, but they have failed to cover in their last three games. Their average scoring margin this season is +2.2 points. The Steelers have an O/U record of 8-8, with their games averaging 43.2 points compared to a 41.6-point line.</p><p>Russell Wilson has seen his passer rating drop in each of his last three games, going from 94 in week 15 to 92 in week 16, and finishing with a 65 in week 17 against the Chiefs. In that game, he threw for 205 yards on 23 of 37 passing, with no touchdowns and one interception, while taking 5 sacks. Pat Freiermuth led the team with 60 receiving yards on 7 catches, and Najee Harris had 74 rushing yards on 13 carries.</p> <p>Looking at the Steelers' offensive rankings, they are 18th in our power rankings and are 14th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.7. They rank 16th in yards per game (327.3) and 25th in passing yards per game (196.6), despite being 28th in passing attempts. On the ground, they rank 10th in rushing yards per game, with 130.8, on 31.9 attempts per game, which is the 3rd most in the league.</p><p>In their 29-10 loss to the Chiefs, the Steelers' defense gave up 320 passing yards on 29 completions. Despite not allowing much on the ground (69 yards on 20 attempts), they struggled to defend the pass, giving up 8.4 yards per attempt and three passing touchdowns. The Steelers failed to record a sack and lost the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials to Kansas City.<p></p>Offensively, the Steelers allowed the Chiefs to convert on 70% of their third downs, and Kansas City finished with 389 total yards. The Steelers' defense will look to bounce back and generate more pressure in their next game.</p>

Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Vermont Catamounts vs New Hampshire Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks vs Albany Great Danes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

UMBC Retrievers vs Binghamton Bearcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Maine Black Bears vs Bryant Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Jackson State Tigers vs Alcorn State Braves NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Weber State Wildcats vs Northern Arizona Lumberjacks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

Montana Grizzlies vs Idaho Vandals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Waves and Tigers. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Tigers at Alex G. Spanos Center in Stockton, CA. Get ready to place your bets! Pepperdine is favored by -1.5 in this West Coast conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PEPPERDINE WAVES VS PACIFIC TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pacific Tigers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alex G. Spanos Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PACIFIC TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Pacific pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Waves Ready for a Win at Stockton?</h3><p>The Waves dropped to 5-10 on the season following a 71-41 loss to Saint Mary's on Thursday. Pepperdine entered the game as +17 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 35-20 at halftime, Pepperdine managed just 21 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Pepperdine's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 41 points on 31.5% shooting from the field. They connected on only 2 of 16 attempts from beyond the arc, shooting 12.5% from three-point range, and their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Waves hit just 5 of 11 attempts, shooting 45.5%. Luke Barrett and Moe Odum each shot 54.5% from the field, with Barrett adding 8 rebounds, while Mikey Lewis contributed 14 points and 3 assists.</p><p>Even with Pepperdine giving up 19 offensive rebounds, they held their opponent to 71 points on 41% shooting. The Waves were solid from beyond the arc, limiting their opponent to just 6 made threes on 29 attempts, a 20% shooting performance.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Pepperdine sent their opponent to the stripe 11 times, where they converted 9 attempts, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Will the Tigers Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Pacific Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pacific dropped to 3-12 on the season after an 89-81 home loss to San Francisco on Thursday. The Tigers were +13 underdogs going into the game but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Pacific led 35-34 at halftime but allowed 55 points in the 2nd half while scoring 46. The game’s total points reached 170, surpassing the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Pacific's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 81 points while shooting 51.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.7%, thanks in part to their 59.5% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they connected on 5 of 15 threes, shooting 33.3%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, hitting 81.5% of their attempts (22/27).</p> <p>Elijah Fisher led the way with 25 points on 9-of-15 shooting, while Malik Thomas added 24 points, hitting 2 threes. Marcus Williams contributed 22 points and 7 assists, knocking down 4 threes at a 50% clip. The Tigers also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds, though they finished with just 5 assists as a team.</p><p>Pacific's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 51% shooting. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pacific's opponent hit 5 of 15 threes, shooting 33%. The Tigers also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 22 free throws (81%).</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Mavericks and Texans game? Catch the action at Wisdom Gym in Stephenville, TX, as the Texans hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. UT Arlington come into this Western Athletic conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 138.5 points.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS TARLETON STATE TEXANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UT Arlington Mavericks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wisdom Gym at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-70 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Not only will UT Arlington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Mavericks Chances in Stephenville</h3><h3>UT Arlington Mavericks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UT Arlington improved to 5-7 on the season with an 80-72 road win over Texas State on Sunday, December 29th. The Mavericks, who entered the game as +6.5 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-32 at halftime, UT Arlington turned things around by scoring 48 points in the 2nd half while holding Texas State to 33. The game’s total points of 152 exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>UT Arlington's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.9%. They hit just 3 of 10 from beyond the arc, but made 23 of 41 two-point attempts, shooting 56.1% inside the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 25 of 32 attempts, good for 78.1%.</p> <p>Diante Smith led the way with 24 points, hitting 9 of 11 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep. Tyrel Morgan added 22 points and 8 rebounds, while Lance Ware contributed 19 points and 12 boards, shooting 8 of 10 from the field.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington holding them to 38% shooting, the Mavericks still gave up 72 points. They allowed 16 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington's defense limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 17 attempts, a 23% success rate. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 28 free throws at an 80% clip.</p><h3>Are Tarleton State Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Tarleton State Texans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Tarleton State improved to 2-10 on the season with a 70-60 win over Florida A&M on Sunday, December 29th. Playing at home, the Texans were favored by 9 points and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 130, just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Tarleton State took control early, leading 39-26 at halftime. In the 2nd half, they scored 31 points while allowing 34, but held on for the win.</p><p>Tarleton State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 44.4% from beyond the arc, hitting 4 of 9 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45%, and they made 16 of 24 free throws, good for 66.7%.</p> <p>Keitenn Bristow led the way with 23 points, shooting 9 of 14 overall and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Bubu Benjamin added 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Sterling Young contributed 16 points, connecting on 2 of 4 from deep.</p><p>Tarleton State's defense held their opponent to 60 points, with a field goal percentage of 41% on 25 made shots from 60 attempts. They limited two-point shooting to 41%, with the opposing team hitting 21 of 51 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 44%, making 4 of 9 three-point attempts. Tarleton State sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 16 free throws for a 66% rate. Tarleton also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Flames versus the Bruins? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 157.5 points, and Belmont is favored by -6.5 to win at home against UIC.</p><h3>UIC FLAMES VS BELMONT BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curb Event Center at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have Belmont winning straight-up, we like UIC at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UIC Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Flames improved to 7-4 on the season with a 74-70 win over Drake on Wednesday. UIC, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 33-32 at halftime, UIC outscored Drake 42-37 in the second half. The total points for the game reached 144, surpassing the O/U line of 129.5.</p><p>UIC's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 57.4% from the field and 47.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66%, with 19 of their 30 two-point attempts finding the mark at a rate of 63.3%.</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 30 points and 12 assists, hitting 4 of 9 from deep. Tyem Freeman was also hot from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 7 threes, while Jordan Mason was perfect from long range, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 17 points on 7 of 9 shooting overall.</p><p>UIC Flames gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 57% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 17 threes, shooting 47%. UIC also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 70%.</p><h3>Can Belmont Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>Belmont's record fell to 8-5 after a 76-70 road loss to Northern Iowa on Wednesday. The Bruins were +5.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 146, which was under the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>Belmont trailed 39-34 at halftime and couldn't make up the difference in the second half, scoring 36 points while allowing 37.</p><p>Belmont's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 38.7% overall and 30% from three-point range, hitting 12 of 40 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they managed only 5 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Jonathan Pierre led the Bruins with 19 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts. Carter Whitt contributed 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Tytan Anderson added 18 points. Belmont finished with 17 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Belmont's defensive efforts, they couldn't keep their opponent from scoring 76 points. The Bruins allowed a 45% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 29 of 64 shots.</p> <p>Belmont struggled to contain two-point shots, as their opponent connected on 26 of 46 attempts (56%). However, the Bruins did limit their opponent's three-point shooting to just 3 of 18 (16%).</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Red Raiders and Runnin' Utes. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Runnin' Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, UT. Get ready to place your bets! In this Big 12 matchup, Texas Tech is favored bt -2.5 vs. Utah. The over/under for the game is 154.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS VS UTAH RUNNIN' UTES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Runnin' Utes +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jon M. Huntsman Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH RUNNIN' UTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Runnin' Utes.</li><li>Not only will Utah pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas Tech Stun the Crowd at Jon M. Huntsman Center?</h3><h3>Texas Tech Red Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas Tech dropped to 9-3 on the season after an 87-83 home loss to UCF on Tuesday, December 31st. The Red Raiders were -13.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Texas Tech trailed 47-41 at halftime but outscored UCF 42-40 in the second half. The total points for the game were 170, surpassing the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>In their last game, Texas Tech put up 83 points, shooting 45.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.2%, with a 53.6% success rate on two-pointers (30/56). However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 18.8% of their threes (3/16). At the free-throw line, they connected on 77.8% of their attempts (14/18) and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, finishing with 13 assists.</p> <p>JT Toppin led the way with 26 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.9% from the field. Darius Johnson added 24 points, shooting 70.0% overall and 66.7% from three (2/3). Keyshawn Hall contributed 22 points, hitting 69.2% of his shots and going 4/4 from deep.</p><p>Texas Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 87 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 53% of their two-point attempts, going 30/56 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech held their opponent to 18% shooting, with just 3 made threes on 16 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 14 for 77%. Texas Tech also allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Utah Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Utah Runnin' Utes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Utah's season record dropped to 8-4 after an 81-56 loss to Baylor on Tuesday. The Utes, who were +11.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread in this one.</p> 

<p>Utah struggled offensively in the first half, scoring just 17 points, and while they improved with 39 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points to Baylor after halftime. The game’s total points of 137 fell short of the 152.5 O/U line.</p><p>Utah's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 56 points on 31.8% shooting from the field. They hit only 23.3% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-30 from deep, and their free-throw shooting was also lacking at 53.8%.</p> <p>VJ Edgecombe led the way with 19 points, shooting 60% from the field and 50% from three. Hunter Erickson was efficient as well, hitting 3-of-4 from beyond the arc and finishing with 13 points on 71.4% shooting overall.</p><p>Despite Utah's defensive efforts, they gave up 81 points, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field. Utah allowed 37 two-point attempts, with the other team converting 51% of those shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah's defense held their opponents to 28% shooting, with 9 made threes on 32 attempts. They also sent the other team to the line 18 times, where they hit 16 free throws, an 88% success rate. Utah allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawks and Fightin' Blue Hens. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FloC, and it's hosted by the Fightin' Blue Hens at Bob Carpenter Center in Newark, DE. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Delaware is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Monmouth.</p><h3>MONMOUTH HAWKS VS DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bob Carpenter Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DELAWARE FIGHTIN' BLUE HENS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Fightin' Blue Hens.</li><li>Not only will Delaware pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hawks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Monmouth Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Monmouth improved to 3-11 on the season with a 78-56 win over Stony Brook on Thursday, January 2nd. Playing at home, the Hawks were -6 favorites and covered the spread. The combined points of 134 fell short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Monmouth took control early, leading 37-25 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points while holding Stony Brook to 31.</p><p>Monmouth put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 54.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 64.7%. They connected on 52.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-19 from deep.</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way, hitting 7-of-10 threes and finishing with 31 points on 66.7% shooting overall. He also played 32 minutes, though he didn't record an assist.</p><p>Despite Monmouth's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 56 points. The Hawks allowed 54% shooting from the field, with 28 made baskets on 51 attempts.</p> <p>Monmouth's defense gave up 10 three-pointers on 19 attempts, a 52% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 12 free throws, shooting 63%.</p><h3>Will the Fightin' Blue Hens Win at Bob Carpenter Center?</h3><h3>Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Delaware dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 80-77 road loss to Northeastern on Thursday. The Blue Hens entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 157, surpassing the O/U line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 44-34 at halftime, Delaware made a push in the second half, scoring 43 points while holding Northeastern to 36. Despite the strong finish, the Blue Hens couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Delaware put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.8%. They hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 16 attempts, and shot 50% on two-pointers, going 20 for 40. At the free-throw line, they converted 76%, making 19 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Rashad King led the way with 27 points, despite shooting 40% from the field and missing both of his three-point attempts. John Camden contributed 21 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes for 57.1% shooting from deep, while also grabbing 8 rebounds and dishing out 3 assists. The team finished with just 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Delaware's defense gave up 80 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field, with 29 made baskets on 69 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 24 two-point shots on 53 attempts, resulting in a 45% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, Delaware's defense held their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws, shooting 73%. Delaware allowed 22 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Braves and Cougars face off at 11:00 ET on None. The Cougars are hosting the game at Friel Court in Pullman, WA. Bradley is the -1 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Washington State. The over/under for the game is set at 154 points.</p><h3>BRADLEY BRAVES VS WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington State Cougars +1</p><p>This game will be played at Friel Court at 11:00 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Washington State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bradley Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Bradley Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bradley opened their season with a dominant 88-60 win over Southeast Missouri State on Monday, November 4th. Playing at home, the Braves entered the game as 20-point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>Bradley took control early, leading 46-29 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Redhawks 42-31.</p><p>Bradley's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 88 points while shooting 56.6% from the field. They connected on 66.7% of their two-point attempts and hit 43.5% from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 66%.</p> <p>Key contributions came from BJ Ward, who scored 17 points in just 21 minutes, hitting 3 of 5 from deep. Christian Davis and Jaquan Johnson each added 15 points, with Davis shooting 85.7% overall and grabbing 6 rebounds.</p><p>Bradley’s defense gave up 60 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 55% from the field, including 64% on two-pointers (20/31). From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 10 of 23 threes, good for 43%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Bradley’s opponents went 18/25, a 72% clip. The Braves also allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Cougars Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars kicked off their season with a 100-92 win over Portland State on Monday, November 4th. Despite being -14.5 favorites at home, Washington State didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 192, surpassing the over/under line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Washington State led 46-38 at halftime and put up 54 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed Portland State to match their 54-point output after the break, indicating some defensive issues.</p><p>Washington State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 100 points with a 52.6% field goal percentage. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 15 threes at a 46.9% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 66.7%.</p> <p>Cedric Coward led the way with 23 points and 12 rebounds, while Isaiah Watts and Terri Miller Jr. each added 20 points. Ethan Price was perfect from deep, hitting all 3 of his attempts, and Qiant Myers dished out 10 assists to go along with his 14 points.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made baskets on 57 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 15 of 32 threes, shooting 46%. Washington State also sent them to the line 32 times, where they made 25 free throws.</p>

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

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

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

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<p>Betting on today's Bruins and Maple Leafs game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, as the Maple Leafs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Atlantic division contest is set at 6 goals, with the Maple Leafs being favored by -1.5 at home against the Bruins.</p><h3>BOSTON BRUINS VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Maple Leafs picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Bruins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Bruins Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-0 win over the Kraken, the Bruins moved to 20-16-4 this season. Boston covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total set at 6 goals, falling well short of the line.</p> <p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period, with Justin Brazeau scoring at 16:37 and Charlie Coyle adding a power-play goal at 10:03. The Bruins’ defense held Seattle scoreless, limiting them to 23 shots on goal.</p><p>Boston’s offense got on the board early, scoring two goals in the first period. Justin Brazeau netted his 5th goal of the season, while Charlie Coyle followed with his 2nd, which came on a power play.</p> <p>The Bruins fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless after the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Boston's defense was rock solid in their previous game, leading to a 2-0 win over Seattle. Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways, 15 hits, and 27 blocks. The Bruins also didn't allow a single goal after taking a 2-0 lead in the first period.</p><h3>Will Toronto Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Toronto’s latest game ended in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, moving their record to 24-13-2. The Maple Leafs were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that number.</p>

<p>After the Wild scored first, Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first period. William Nylander found the net for the Maple Leafs, but Minnesota scored the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense was held to just one goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, which came on a power play at 19:08 in the first period. Auston Matthews picked up his 6th assist, while Mitchell Marner added his 12th.</p> <p>The Maple Leafs fired 28 shots on goal but were hindered by 10 giveaways. After Nylander’s goal, they were unable to score in the second and third periods, as well as in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the first period and the game-winner at 2:14 into overtime. Anthony Stolarz recorded 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, while the defense added 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

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

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

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

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