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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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<p>Looking to win big? The Bearkats and Panthers face off at 1:00 ET on ACC. The Panthers are hosting the game at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Pittsburgh is favored by -16.5 against Sam Houston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have Pittsburgh winning straight-up, we like Sam Houston at +16.5.</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>Will the Bearkats Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Sam Houston improved to 4-5 on the season with an 87-71 win over Texas Southern on Saturday. The Bearkats were -11 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 158 points went over the 147.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-32 at halftime, Sam Houston turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Tigers 55-35 to secure the win.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 45.2% from three-point range, hitting 14 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 of 13 threes, while Cameron Huefner added 22 points. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Kolby Granger was efficient, shooting 66.7% overall and 60% from deep.</p><p>Despite the Bearkats' defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points in their latest game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Sam Houston gave up 29 field goals on 61 attempts, including 15 two-pointers at a 50% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearkats allowed 14 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponents shooting 45% from three-point range. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. Additionally, Sam Houston gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 96-56 win over Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday. The Panthers, who were -18.5 point favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 152 went over the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After leading just 39-36 at halftime, Pittsburgh clamped down defensively, allowing only 20 points in the 2nd half while scoring 57 points of their own.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points on 61.1% shooting from the field. They connected on 71% of their two-point attempts and 47.8% from beyond the arc, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 70.4%. The Panthers also shot 76% from the free-throw line, hitting 19 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Brandin Cummings was the standout performer, scoring 30 points in 30 minutes, shooting 76.9% from the field and 75% from three-point range (6/8). Jaland Lowe contributed 12 assists, while Ishmael Leggett and Devontae Blanton each grabbed 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Pittsburgh's defensive efforts, their opponent managed to score 56 points, shooting 61% from the field. They were especially effective inside, hitting 71% of their two-point attempts (22/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh allowed 11 threes on 23 attempts, a 47% shooting rate. Their opponent also went to the line 25 times, converting 19 free throws for a 76% success rate. Pittsburgh gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Sam Houston Bearkats vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-135) will host the Golden State Warriors (+114) in a Western Conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 2.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 235.5.</p>

<p>Golden State (14-11) is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 8th in the Western Conference. Memphis (18-9) is 2nd in the West and 1st in the Southwest Division. NBCS will televise the game, which will be played at FedExForum.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-126 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Offense Score Enough in Memphis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-11 on the season after a 143-133 home loss to the Mavericks on Sunday. Golden State, favored by 1 point, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 276 points far exceeded the O/U line of 228.5.</p> <p>After a rough start, where they trailed 46-33 after the 1st quarter, the Warriors went on a 12-0 run to close the gap from 114-101 to 114-113. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as Dallas outscored them 29-26 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>In their 143-133 loss to the Mavericks, the Warriors hit 27 threes at a 50% clip. Andrew Wiggins led the way with 29 points, making 5 threes at 55.6%, while Stephen Curry added 26 points and 7 threes, shooting 53.8% from deep.</p> <p>Draymond Green also connected on 5 threes, finishing with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Jonathan Kuminga contributed 20 points, scoring 7 in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Sunday, giving up 143 points to the Mavericks. They allowed 46 points in the 1st quarter and 35 in the 2nd, before tightening up slightly in the 3rd and 4th, where they gave up 33 and 29 points, respectively.</p> <p>Golden State allowed Dallas to shoot 59% from the field, including 51% from three-point range, where the Mavericks hit 21 threes. The Warriors sent Dallas to the line 25 times, where they made 18 free throws. Defensively, the Warriors recorded 8 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Will Memphis Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Memphis fell to 18-9 on the season after a 116-110 road loss to the Lakers on Sunday. The Grizzlies, who were favored by 2.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 226 points came in under the pre-game O/U line of 235.</p> <p>Memphis found themselves down early after a 10-0 Lakers run stretched the score from 36-29 to 46-29. The Grizzlies battled back, winning the 3rd quarter 31-22 and outscoring the Lakers 33-30 in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>The Grizzlies struggled offensively in their 116-110 loss to the Lakers, shooting just 39.2% from the field and hitting only 9 three-pointers at a 32.1% clip. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way with 25 points, shooting 69.2% from the floor and 66.7% from deep.</p> <p>Ja Morant added 20 points despite shooting 28.6%, scoring 10 of his points in the 4th quarter. Zach Edey contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Luke Kennard scored 9 of his 12 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Grizzlies struggled in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 30 and 34 points, respectively, but tightened up in the 3rd, holding the Lakers to 22 points. However, they allowed another 30 points in the 4th, leading to a 116-110 loss.</p> <p>Memphis did well in limiting the Lakers' three-point shooting, holding them to 10 made threes on 29% shooting. The Grizzlies also recorded 10 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction 12/19/24

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

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

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

Idaho Vandals vs Pacific Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Owls and Rams game? Catch the action at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -3 against Temple in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEMPLE OWLS VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -3</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 6:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.</li><li>Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Temple Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Temple Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Temple improved to 6-4 on the season with a narrow 62-61 win over Davidson on Wednesday. The Owls were favored by 1.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-24 at halftime, Temple turned things around by scoring 38 points in the second half while holding Davidson to 30. The Owls’ strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>In their last game, Temple's offense struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 19 threes for a 15.8% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 42.6% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 44.4%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, making 57.1% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 26 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 47.4% from the field. Jamal Mashburn Jr. added 19 points, while Bobby Durkin contributed 14 points and hit 50% of his threes. Quante Berry was efficient, shooting 83.3% overall and 50% from deep.</p><p>Temple's defense held their opponent to 61 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (23/54). They allowed 57% shooting inside the arc, with the opposing team making 20 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Temple's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3/19 shooting (15%). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 13 (81%). Temple gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Rams Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Rhode Island improved to 9-1 on the season with a 77-69 win over Central Connecticut State on Sunday. The Rams, who were favored by 9.5 points, didn’t cover the spread but got the win at home.</p> <p>Rhode Island led 35-32 at halftime and pulled away by scoring 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game ended at 146, going over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 77 points in their latest game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 8 of 26 three-point attempts, hitting 30.8% from deep, while making 52.9% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Rams shot 60.7%, converting 17 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>Devin Haid led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall and 37.5% from three. Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc and dishing out 7 assists. Rhode Island finished with 20 assists as a team, with Joe Ostrowsky contributing 5 assists and 7 rebounds, while knocking down 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense gave up 69 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 26 of 60 attempts. From inside the arc, they allowed 18 of 34 shooting, which is 52%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense held the other team to 8 of 26 shooting, or 30%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 60%.</p>

Temple Owls vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball 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

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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The New York Knicks were going to depend on their defense to get them past the first round of the playoffs. After all, that's how they were able to earn themselves a home court advantage in their Eastern Conference series.

But you know, the Atlanta Hawks were pretty hot down the stretch themselves, and they've got talent, depth and the ability to bury threes. Some of that was on display in Game 1, as the Hawks were able to pull off a win as a short dog at Madison Square Garden.

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<h2>Game 2 - NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs</h2>
<h3>ATLANTA HAWKS at NEW YORK KNICKS, 7:35 PM ET (Wednesday)</h3>
<h3>NBA Playoff Odds: Knicks -2 / Total 214</h3>
The Knicks were only favored by a point and a half in the opener, and the game was indeed tight. The Hawks outscored New York 36-32 in a wild fourth quarter.

Neither team did particularly well shooting from long range - the Hawks were 12 of 35 (34.3%) and the Knicks were 10 of 30 (33.3%). That first figure was not a surprise. The second one was.

What was also surprising was the failure of Julius Randle to make shots. Randle, who was always a capable scorer, emerged as a genuine MVP candidate this season, averaging 24.1 points, 10.2 rebounds and six assists. But he made just six of 23 shots.

And the Knicks had a lot of difficulty preventing some of Atlanta's players from doing what they do best. Trae Young, one of the league's most explosive guards, scored 33 points. Clint Capela, the league's leading rebounder, pulled down 13 caroms. Lou Williams, who has resumed his role as a sixth man extraordinaire, had 13 points in just twelve minutes. Shooter Bogdan Bogdanovic had four triples and 18 points.

So the question becomes whether the Knicks can nullify what some of these Hawks can do. New York is not known as a dynamic offensive team, but they did in fact shoot 39.2% from three-point range. And they had three people in the starting lineup who were better than 40%.

What they have the ability to do is attack Atlanta's weak defensive link, which is Young, who coach Nate McMillan can't necessarily take out of the game. Outside shooting is something they apparently have to do, because they haven't been a dominant team inside (28th out of 30 teams in points in the paint). And seriously, already minus Mitchell Robinson, how far are they going to get with shot-blocker Capela patrolling the lane for the Hawks?

And then there's De'Andre Hunter heading the committee to hound Randle. So yes, there are matchup difficulties for the Knicks.

But in the battle of adjustments, which is what playoff basketball is all about, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau might be able to find a way to win. He has a number of point guards who can take turns harassing Young. And Randle has simply played too well to be kept down. Remember that the Knicks swept all three games against the Hawks this season, and Randle averaged 38 points and 12 rebounds in those games.

So we're looking for a turnaround, and for the home team to even things up in the Big Apple. KNICKS

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Mocs versus the Hoosiers? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Indiana as the -14.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>CHATTANOOGA MOCS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Even though we have Indiana winning straight-up, we like Chattanooga at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Chattanooga Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Chattanooga improved to 6-4 on the season with an 85-63 home win over Alabama A&M on Sunday. The Mocs entered the game as -16.5 point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 148 fell just under the 151 O/U line.</p> <p>Chattanooga took control early, leading 40-26 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 45-37.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 51%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.3%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. They also excelled at the free-throw line, making 21 of 24 attempts for an 87.5% success rate.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 24 points, knocking down 6 threes at a 54.5% clip. Trey Bonham added 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from deep. AC Bryant contributed 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range, while Darius Ford connected on 3 of 4 threes, finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense gave up 63 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. They struggled to contain the two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% on 11/17 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga's defense allowed 14 threes on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 21 free throws at an 87% clip. Chattanooga gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Hoosiers Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Indiana's season record dropped to 8-3 after an 85-68 loss to Nebraska on Friday. The Hoosiers went into the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 153, just under the O/U line of 156.5.</p> <p>Indiana trailed 44-41 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 41.</p><p>In their last game, the Hoosiers managed just 68 points, shooting 35.4% from the field. They hit only 22.9% of their threes, going 8-for-35, while their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%.</p> <p>Brice Williams led the way with 30 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range. Myles Rice added 20 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making just 1 of 4 attempts.</p><p>Indiana's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 61% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 62% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Indiana's opponent shot 57%, hitting 8 of 14 threes. They also sent them to the line 26 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

Chattanooga Mocs vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Few sports are more popular in the gambling world than college football. There’s passion, pride, and excitement. Whether it’s an opening weekend game between two non-conference blue-bloods like Alabama and USC or a heated end-of-season rivalry between Michigan and Ohio State, it’s hard not to get pumped about Saturday afternoons in the fall. But if you plan on betting, you need to know the 10 commandments.
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 	<li><strong>Never Chase Losses</strong></li>
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This is a commandment that you need to write on a sticky note, say out loud, and even tattoo on your forearm if you have to. Never, under any circumstances, should you ever <a href="http://getgamblingfacts.ca/psychology-of-gambling/dont-get-caught-chasing/">start chasing losses</a>.

We’ve all been there before. The afternoon games have come to a close and you find yourself in a big hole for the day, so you think, “If I could just hit on a couple of wagers tonight, I’ll be back on top.” While that sounds all fine and dandy, you’re chasing losses. You’re making uneducated wagers in the heat of the moment, just hoping something will stick. You may get lucky, but chances are that you’re digging a deeper pit that you’ll come to regret on Sunday morning.
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 	<li value="2"><strong>Bet Consistent Amounts</strong></li>
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Let’s start by saying this: There are very rarely locks or sure-bets. The oddsmakers at major books use incredibly sophisticated algorithms and software to create their lines and if they throw a number out there, you can be assured it’s reasonable. With that being said, it’s important that you bet consistent amounts.

For example, let’s say you plan on betting $100 on a Saturday. It’s better to bet 10 $10 bets than it is to bet a $50 bet, $25 bet, $15 bet, and $10 bet. If you hit on the three smaller wagers but miss on the $50 bet, you probably aren’t going to do much better than break even. Sure, you could hit on the big wager, but you can’t expect that to be a regular occurrence. Bet consistent amounts and you’ll benefit in the long run.
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 	<li value="3"><strong>Avoid Large Parlays</strong></li>
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Parlays are a lot of fun. We’ve all seen pictures of guys who hit 10-leg parlays and made four or five figures on a single bet. But the truth of the matter is that large parlays are incredibly rare. If you want to bet parlays, stick to two or three legs. In fact, if there are three games you really like, you may be better off doing a round robin bet to lower your risk. This ensures you at least make a little money (or break even) if you can hit two of the three legs.
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 	<li value="4"><strong>Don’t Bet on “Your” Teams</strong></li>
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Here’s a rule of thumb that even smart bettors fall victim to. You should never bet on your team – or even teams that you passionately hate. The reason is that your emotions will get the best of you. You’ll either think that your team is much better than they really are, or you may even feel like they’re worse than they really are. Either way, you’re betting with your heart – not your head.
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Do you know why casinos give people complimentary drinks when they’re playing the slot machines? They know that alcohol inhibits decision-making and causes people to make choices that they otherwise wouldn’t make when sober. Nobody’s telling you to avoid alcohol altogether on a Saturday, but lay off the drinks when you’re actually making the bets.
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Oddsmakers usually release their college football lines at some point on Monday (though every book is different). While you may still be recovering from the last weekend, it’s important that you go ahead and turn your attention to the upcoming weekend’s games. By getting in early on a line, you can grab a line before it gets pushed in another direction. Sometimes this can mean the difference between grabbing a team you like at -6 and -7.5 (a huge difference).
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While it’s smart to reference other “expert” picks, remember to do your own homework. As you become more experienced, you’ll begin to recognize certain traits and statistics that you like. You can use these metrics to quickly analyze any matchup and determine whether it’s worth more attention. Smart bettors do their homework, while foolish bettors let others do their research for them.

<strong>8. Focus on Point Spreads and Over/Under Totals</strong>

There are plenty of wager bets you can place, including quarter totals, over/unders on passing yards, and even the result of the pre-game coin toss. While these may sound fun, they’re traps. Books keep pushing these exotic bets because they make tons of money on them. Stay away and instead focus on point spreads and over/under totals.
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While Power 5 conference games get most of the TV and media attention, they also get most of the odds making attention. If you do your homework and start studying smaller games and conferences, you’ll notice that there’s a lot of low hanging fruit. Unlike the NFL – or even big conferences like the SEC or Big 10 – lines can get exposed.
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 	<li value="10"> <strong>Take an Occasional Break</strong></li>
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The final tip is to take an occasional break. Just like your favorite college football team takes a bye week in the middle of the season, so should you. Too much consecutive gambling isn’t healthy for you. By taking a step back, you can prove that you’re disciplined enough to watch football without needing to throw money on a game.

Furthermore, if you ever feel like you’re in too deep and find yourself chasing losses and digging deep holes – <a href="http://www.ncpgambling.org/help-treatment/national-helpline-1-800-522-4700/">talk to someone</a>. Sports gambling can be a lot of fun but you should never let it consume you.

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<p>Betting on today's Purple Eagles and Bonnies game? Catch the action at Reilly Center in Saint Bonaventure, NY, as the Bonnies hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 130.5 points, and St. Bonaventure is favored by -16.5 vs. Niagara.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS ST. BONAVENTURE BONNIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Niagara Purple Eagles +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reilly Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bonnies.</li><li>Even though we have St. Bonaventure winning straight-up, we like Niagara at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 130.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Purple Eagles Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Niagara improved to 4-6 on the season with a 69-66 win over Saint Francis U on Saturday, December 14th. The Purple Eagles were favored by 4 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 135, just under the 136.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Niagara turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Red Flash 36-32 to secure the win at home.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field. They were especially effective from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 30 threes at a 43.3% clip, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%.</p> <p>Miles Webb and Justice Smith each scored 17 points, with Smith going 3-for-3 from deep. Jahari Williamson and Juan Cranford Jr. both hit 3 threes, with Cranford shooting 50% from long range. Niagara finished with 17 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, while also hitting 85.7% of their free throws.</p><p>Niagara's defense gave up 66 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field on 25 of 57 attempts. They allowed 12 made two-point shots on 27 attempts, a 44% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Purple Eagles allowed 13 threes on 30 attempts, a 43% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 7 times, where they made 6, shooting 85%. Niagara gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Bonnies Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>St. Bonaventure improved to 10-1 on the season with a 65-48 road win over Siena on Tuesday. The Bonnies entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 113 fell short of the 127.5 O/U line.</p> <p>St. Bonaventure took control early, leading 34-17 at halftime. They scored 31 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 31 points, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>St. Bonaventure managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 44.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, with a strong 56.4% on two-point attempts, but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 20 threes (20%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 9 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>Chance Moore led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 9 of 15 from the field. Melvin Council Jr. added 14 points and 4 assists, hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range. As a team, the Bonnies recorded just 7 assists and 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>St. Bonaventure put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 48 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Bonnies were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 6/26 shooting, or 23%.</p> <p>Inside the arc, St. Bonaventure allowed 12 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 40% conversion rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line only 8 times, where they made 6 free throws. The Bonnies gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Just because the NASCAR Cup series is in its playoffs doesn’t mean you can discount Just because the NASCAR Cup series is in its playoffs doesn’t mean you can discount non-playoff drivers, especially when a road course is involved.</p>



<p>NASCAR’s road car experts stepped into the spotlight at Charlotte’s Roval, with Kaulig Racing’s road course expert A.J. Allmendinger (+20000) landing on Victory Lane, followed by William Byron, Kyle Busch (+1200), Ty Gibbs (+2800), and Joey Logano (+3300) completing the top five.</p>



<p>Despite the top-five finish, Busch was one of four drivers who were eliminated from the Cup Series Playoffs at the Roval, as the Round of Eight opens with NASCAR’s second trip to Las Vegas, with Chevrolet and Toyota expected to dominate.</p>



<p>William Byron dominated the Spring Las Vegas race for his first win of the season. Byron was followed to Victory Lane by teammates Kyle Larson and Alex Bowman (+3300), making it an all-Hendrick Motorsports top-three, with 23XI Racing’s Bubba Wallace (+2000) and Joe Gibbs Racing’s Christopher Bell (+1100) in fifth.</p>



<p>Bangthebook reviews the stats, trends, and the Spring Las Vegas Race to find our pick to win the NASCAR Cup Series South Point 400.</p>



<p><strong><a href="/s/BetOnline" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Who do you think will win the South Point 400? You can bet on Larson at +450 over at BetOnline!</a></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-henrick-motorsports-playoff-duo-atop-vegas-favorites">Henrick Motorsports Playoff Duo Atop Vegas’ Favorites</h2>



<p>William Byron (+550) rightfully sits atop the NASCAR Cup Series Championship and is your best bet to win the 2023 Championship. Whether there are chicanes on the track or it's an oval configuration, Byron has been competitive in all circuit configurations, including his win at Las Vegas’ Spring race.</p>



<p>Byron will be fighting for the win, having three consecutive top-two finishes - including winning at Texas - and five top-ten finishes in six playoff races. Moreover, Byron has three top-ten finishes in his last seven races at Las Vegas.</p>



<p>Kyle Larson (+450) will be looking to battle his teammate for the win in Las Vegas again, having won the Spring race in 2021 and having six top-five and ten top-ten finishes in 14 career races at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.</p>



<p>However, Larson needs a change in his recent performances, where he followed opening the playoffs with three top-four finishes with three consecutive finishes outside the top ten.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-toyotas-in-contention">The Toyotas in Contention</h2>



<p>First, we’re paying no attention to Martin Truex Jr. (+750 at <a href="/s/BetOnline">BetOnline</a>), whose impressive season has unraveled with seven consecutive finishes outside the top 15.</p>



<p>As for Truex’s Joe Gibbs Racing teammates, both should be in the top ten and fighting for top-five finishes and the race win. However, we’re not favoring Christopher Bell to win at Vegas, but a second top-five finish is likely for Bell.</p>



<p>Denny Hamlin (+550) is nine points behind William Byron for the Cup Series lead and is the most likely driver to follow Byron into the Round of Four and the Cup Series Championship race.</p>



<p>Hamlin was very strong throughout the first six races of the Playoffs, with four top-five finishes - including winning at Bristol - and two stage wins at Darlington, but is coming off a 37th-place finish on Charlotte’s Roval.</p>



<p>23XI Racing’s Tyler Reddick finished 15th at the Spring Las Vegas Race, with three top-ten finishes in seven career races at Vegas, which includes taking pole position for the 2022 Fall Las Vegas race.</p>



<p>While he took pole position, the stage one win, and finished sixth at Charlotte’s Roval, we’re looking no further than the Fall playoff race at Kansas - another 1.5 intermediate track - where Reddick won his way into the Round of 12 for evidence that Reddick could land on Victory Lane in Vegas.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bangthebook-s-nascar-cup-series-south-point-400-betting-pick">BangtheBook’s NASCAR Cup Series South Point 400 Betting Pick</h2>



<p>While we're very high on Byron and Reddick’s chances to win at Las Vegas, Bangthebook is taking Hendrick Motorsports’ Kyle Larson to win the South Point 400 and first race in the NASCAR Cup Series Round of Eight.</p>



<p><a href="/s/BetOnline">Bet on Kyle Larson to Win the South Point 400 race at +450 over at BetOnline!</a></p>

South Point 400 Betting Odds & Picks: Bet on Larson at +450

<p>Betting on today's Penguins and Spartans game? Catch the action at Hodge Center in Spartanburg, SC, as the Spartans hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. Youngstown State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -8.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>YOUNGSTOWN STATE PENGUINS VS USC UPSTATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hodge Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will USC Upstate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Penguins Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Youngstown State Penguins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Youngstown State improved to 6-5 on the season with an 80-70 road win over Wright State on Wednesday. The Penguins entered the game as +7 underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-35 at halftime, Youngstown State turned things around by outscoring Wright State 45-30 in the second half. The game’s total points of 150 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Youngstown State put up 80 points in their latest game, shooting 44.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, while shooting 54.5% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Jack Doumbia led the Penguins with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Harper added 16 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep. Alex Huibregtse and Jason Nelson each contributed 15 points, with Nelson also dishing out 4 assists.</p><p>Youngstown State's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field on 26 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they conceded 16 of 31 shots, with a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Penguins allowed 10 made threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8 for 15 from the free-throw line, hitting 53% of their foul shots. Youngstown State gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are USC Upstate Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>USC Upstate's season struggles continued with an 85-70 loss to South Carolina State on Wednesday, dropping their record to 1-10. The Spartans were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 155, just over the 153.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, USC Upstate allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 36. Their defense continues to be a concern as they look to turn things around this season.</p><p>USC Upstate's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 43.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 51.4% (18/35). From beyond the arc, they struggled, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Spartans connected on 25 of 41 attempts, shooting 61%. Carmelo Adkins led the team with 21 points, while Mister Dean added 17. Drayton Jones contributed 14 points, and Davion Everett, Omar Croskey, Mitchell Taylor, and Wilson Dubinsky each chipped in 12 points.</p><p>USC Upstate's defense struggled, giving up 85 points despite holding the opponent to 43% shooting from the field. They allowed 51% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 35 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, USC Upstate limited the damage, as the opponent shot just 23%, making 3 of 13 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the line 41 times, where they converted 25 free throws (61%). USC Upstate also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Sun Devils and Minutemen are set to face off at 4:00 ET on CBSS. The Minutemen will host the game at MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. Arizona State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -9.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 151 points.</p><h3>ARIZONA STATE SUN DEVILS VS MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts Minutemen +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at MassMutual Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Minutemen.</li><li>Not only will Massachusetts pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sun Devils Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Arizona State dropped to 8-2 on the season following an 83-66 road loss to Florida on Saturday. The Sun Devils, who entered the game as +7 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Arizona State trailed 41-32 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 34 points while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 149, falling short of the 156-point over/under line.</p><p>Arizona State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.1% from the field and 28% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They managed only 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, while hitting 13 of 19 free throws (68.4%).</p> <p>Walter Clayton Jr. led the Sun Devils with 25 points, hitting 5 of 13 threes, while Adam Miller added 18 points, shooting 60% from beyond the arc. Alijah Martin contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 3 of 6 threes.</p><p>Arizona State struggled defensively, giving up 83 points on 47% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 22 of 37 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Arizona State's defense conceded 10 threes on 30 attempts, a 33% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 10 times, where they hit 9 free throws.</p><h3>Will Massachusetts Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Massachusetts improved to 4-7 on the season with a 77-72 win over Northeastern on Wednesday, December 18th. Playing at home, the Minutemen were -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 149 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p> <p>UMass led 35-30 at halftime and both teams scored 42 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Massachusetts put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46%. They hit 6 of 18 from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3%, and connected on 61.3% of their free throws, going 19 for 31 from the line.</p> <p>Jaylen Curry led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Rashad King added 19 points and 11 rebounds, despite shooting just 39.1% overall and 16.7% from deep. LA Pratt and Masai Troutman each contributed 18 points, with Pratt adding 8 rebounds and 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Massachusetts giving up 72 points, their defense held the opponent to 41% shooting from the field, including 44% on two-point attempts (20/45). From beyond the arc, the Minutemen limited the damage, allowing just 6 threes on 18 attempts for 33% shooting.</p> <p>Massachusetts sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws, shooting 61%. The Minutemen also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Volunteers versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA. The Volunteers are the favorites in this Southeastern conference matchup the against the Bulldogs. The over/under for the game is set at 146 points.</p><h3>TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Bulldogs +8</p><p>This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Georgia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Volunteers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>After a loss to Mississippi State, Tennessee will look to get back on track against Georgia. The Volunteers are 11-4 overall this season, including a 1-1 record in Southeastern Conference play. On the road, Tennessee is just 2-4 compared to a perfect 9-0 at home.</p>

<p>Tennessee is favored by eight points in this matchup, and the team has been the favorite in 12 of its 15 games this season. So far, the Volunteers are 11-1 when favored, compared to 0-3 as the underdog. For the year, Tennessee has an average scoring margin of +0.2 on the road.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Tennessee has gone 6-5-1 against the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Volunteers have a mark of 4-5-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Tennessee games is 9-6. The average over/under line in their games is 140.2 and their games have averaged 143.4 points. Today's over/under line of 146 is higher than the average OU line in their games. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 146 points.</p><p>The Tennessee offense is coming off a game where they scored 72 points against Mississippi State. They posted a field goal percentage of 45.8% and connected on 8 threes. The team's scoring leader is Dalton Knecht, who holds an average of 15.9 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Jonas Aidoo is averaging 11.3 points per game this season.</p><p>At this time, the Volunteers' defense is positioned 49th in the country, permitting 65.1 points per game. Tennessee's three-point defense is currently 88th in the country at 6.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 38.6% of their shots vs. Tennessee.</p><h3>Will Georgia Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Georgia will be looking to extend their 10-game win streak when they take on Tennessee. So far this season, the Bulldogs have gone 12-3, including a perfect 10-0 mark when they have been favored.</p>

<p>At home, Georgia has been dominant, going 10-1, and they have won eight straight games at home. Their average scoring margin at home is +9.8 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Georgia has gone 2-3 vs. the spread. At home, the Bulldogs are 6-4-1 vs. the spread this year and they have gone 5-4-1 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games. Over their last three games as the underdog, Georgia has an ATS mark of 2-1.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 146 is lower than the average over/under line in Georgia's games this season (148.3). So far, the over/under record in their games is 6-9. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 150 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Georgia offense ended with 76 points against Arkansas. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 41.7% and made 9 threes. The team's scoring leader is Noah Thomasson, who holds an average of 12.7 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Jabri Abdur-Rahim is averaging 12.3 points per game this season.</p><p>Currently, the Bulldogs' defense holds the 114th rank in the nation, allowing 69.1 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Georgia's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.1% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 29.7% this season.</p>

Tennessee Volunteers vs Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/24

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

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

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

<p>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

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Winthrop as the -8.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 158.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winthrop Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINTHROP EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Winthrop pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bears Lock in a Win at Rock Hill?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Mercer dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 73-66 road loss to Queens (NC) on Wednesday. The Bears entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Mercer trailed 30-29 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Mercer's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 16% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.9%, and they managed 7 assists as a team.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% from the field. Nasir Mann added 15 points in 17 minutes, hitting 1 of 2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they allowed 73 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. Mercer held them to 39% shooting on two-point attempts, as they went 15/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 42%, hitting 8 of 19 attempts. Mercer also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 79%. The Bears gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Winthrop Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Winthrop fell to 6-4 on the season after an 82-64 road loss to Florida State on Tuesday. The Eagles entered the game as +11 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Winthrop trailed 45-27 at halftime but played the Seminoles evenly in the 2nd half, with both teams scoring 37 points. The game’s total points of 146 fell short of the O/U line of 159.5.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 29.4% from the field and 25% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 35.3%. They managed 64 points, with 14 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Malique Ewin was a standout, shooting 66.7% and grabbing 15 rebounds, while Bryce Baker hit 6 threes at a 50% rate. Jamir Watkins contributed 23 points and 4 assists, despite shooting 42.9% overall.</p><p>Winthrop's defense gave up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field, as their opponent hit 31 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Eagles allowed 24 baskets on 41 tries, a 58% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Winthrop's defense saw their opponent make 7 of 20 shots, good for 35%. They also sent the other team to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, shooting 76%. Winthrop allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>The Golden Knights and Stars are set to face off at 7:30 ET on TBS. The Stars will host the game at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. The over/under for this Western conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Stars being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Golden Knights.</p><h3>VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS 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 7:30 ET on Sunday, May 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Stars picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Stars on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Golden Knights (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Vegas Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the road this season, the Golden Knights have gone 18-17-6, and they have dropped three straight away games. In the Western Conference, Vegas is in 8th place and 4th in the Pacific Division. Through 82 games, their record is 45-29-8.</p>

<p>As the underdog, the Golden Knights have gone 14-10-4 this season. Over their last ten games, Vegas has gone 6-4, and they are 2-3 over their last five games. In their last three games, the Golden Knights have gone 1-2.</p></p><p>On the road this year, the Golden Knights have gone 19-22 vs. the puck line, and their overall puck line record is 41-41. In their last ten games, Vegas has gone 7-3 vs. the puck line, and their average scoring margin for the season is +.3 goals per game.</p>

<p>So far, the Golden Knights have 28 wins by multiple goals and 17 wins by one goal. In their last five road games, Vegas has gone 4-1 vs. the puck line, and their puck line record as the underdog is 21-7.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Vegas is 6.2. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.1. The Golden Knights come in with an over/under record of 40-42-0.</p><p>The Golden Knights are 3-0 puck line in their three last road games and 2-1 straight-up.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Golden Knights come in averaging 3.2 goals per game this season, which is 13th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 13th in the league. This year, the Golden Knights have recorded a 24-16 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 19-13 record.</p><p>Vegas' leading scorer is Jonathan Marchessault. So far, he has 42 goals which is 13th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Marchessault has 27 assists this season.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars are currently 27th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.6 shots per game against Dallas. They also are 21st in shutouts, coming in with 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Adin Hill has started 35 games this season. His current record stands at 19-12, and his save percentage is 0.672%.</p><h3>Will the Stars Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Stars have gone 26-11-4 and have won two straight games. In the Central Division, Dallas is in first place with a record of 52-21-9. Against other Western Conference teams, the Stars have gone 34-16 on the year.</p>
<p>Over their last ten games, Dallas has gone 6-4 and has won two straight games as the favorite. On the year, the Stars have been favored in 71 of their 82 games and have gone 47-17-7 in those games. Overall, Dallas has 113 points, which is good for first in the Western Conference.</p></p><p>On the season, Dallas has gone 36-46 against the puck line, including a mark of 14-27 at home. So far, the Stars have had 29 wins by multiple goals and have an average scoring margin of +.8 goals per game.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, the Stars have gone just 2-8 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin at home this year sits at +.8 goals per contest. In their last ten home games, Dallas has gone just 4-6 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>On average, Dallas' games have finished with 6.5 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.2. In total, the Stars come in with an over/under record of 42-39-1.</p><p>Vegas has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 2. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 3-0.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Stars are scoring an 3.6 goals per game this season, ranking 3rd in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 11th in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Stars offense is 11th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 2nd in the NHL.</p><p>Dallas will be looking for a good game from Wyatt Johnston who leads the team in scoring with 32 goals, ranking 34th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Johnston has 33 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Stars head into the game ranked 27th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 28.6 shots per game against Dallas. So far, they are 21st in shutouts, achieving 4 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Jake Oettinger has started 53 games this season. His current record stands at 35-14, and his save percentage is 0.888%.</p>

Vegas Golden Knights vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 5/5/24

<p>From Minute Maid Park in Houston, we have the White Sox and Astros facing off in an American League matchup. The Astros are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -192, while the White Sox are at +162. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch for this one is set for 8:10 PM ET, and NBCS will be televising the game. Chicago is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 29-93 overall, while the Astros are 65-55 and have won eight straight. Houston leads the AL West, while the White Sox are 5th in the AL Central.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Friday, August 16th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE WHITE SOX VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the White Sox to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>The White Sox will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Yankees with a 10-2 loss. Chicago was the +201 underdog at home going into this matchup. Things started off well for the White Sox, as they got on the board with a run in the 2nd inning but gave up the lead right away as the Yankees scored three times in the top of the first.</p>

<p>Chicago started Davis Martin, and he took the loss, going 5 2/3 innings and giving up just one earned run. However, the White Sox's offense was only able to score two runs, and both of those came in the 2nd inning. Gavin Sheets had a big game, going 2/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>Chicago is 29-93 overall, putting them 5th in the AL Central, 43.5 games behind the Guardians for the division lead. The White Sox have really struggled against other AL Central teams, going 8-34 in divisional games. So far, they have dropped two straight games, and they are just 2-8 over their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the White Sox are just 18-44 this year, and they are only slightly better on the road at 11-49. So far, they have really struggled in day games, going 10-40 this year.</p><p>The White Sox have been a good run line bet on the road this season, going 25-35. Their average run margin on the road is -2.5, and they have covered the run line in two straight games. However, they have been a better run line bet as the underdog, going 47-67 against the run line.</p><p>The Chicago White Sox are currently on the road facing the Houston Astros in a game with an over/under line of 8 runs. The White Sox have a combined run average of 8.3 this season and their over/under record is 55-62. Their average over/under line for the season is also 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 10-10-2. So far this season, 60 of their games have had over/under lines set above 8 runs, which accounts for 49.2% of their games. Meanwhile, 40 of their games have had over/under lines set below 8 runs, which accounts for 32.8% of their games.</p><p>Left-hander Garrett Crochet gets the start for the White Sox today as he faces the Astros on the road. Crochet has made 24 starts this season and has a record of 6-9 with a 3.65 ERA. In his 24 appearances, he has turned in 11 quality starts and is averaging 12.46 strikeouts per nine innings. Crochet's last outing was a rough one, as he gave up seven earned runs in 2 1/3 innings of work. He took the loss in that outing. Before that, he had given up at least three earned runs in three straight starts.</p><p>For the season, the White Sox are averaging just 3.1 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the league. Not only are they struggling to put runs on the board, but they have the league's worst on-base percentage and OPS. As a team, they are batting just .220 and have the 25th ranked home run total in the league.</p>

<p>Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi are the White Sox's top home run hitters this season, but they are batting just .241 and .214, respectively. However, Benintendi has been hot of late, hitting five home runs over his last nine games while batting .316.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros's offense was carried by Jeremy Pena in their most recent game vs. the Rays. Pena went only 1/4, but his lone hit was a home run, and the Astros won the game 2-1. Houston was the slight favorite at -125 on the money line going into the game.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco got the start for the Astros, going six innings, and didn't give up a run. He only had four strikeouts in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Houston comes into today's game vs. the White Sox having won eight straight games, and they lead the AL West by three games over the Mariners. The Astros' overall record is 65-55, and they are 21-18 against other teams in the AL West. Houston's eight-game winning streak comes after taking the final game of their series vs. the Twins.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros are 32-26 this season and have gone 33-29 on the road. As the favorite, the Astros are 49-39 this year and 16-16 as the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Astros are 22-16-1 and have won three straight series overall and three straight on the road.</p><p>Despite being at home, the Astros have struggled to cover the run line this season, going just 27-31. They have been favored in the majority of their games, but have a losing record against the run line when they are the favorite, going 40-48. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.7, while it is -3.2 in losing games.</p><p>With an over/under line of 8 runs, the Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox are expected to score fewer runs than the combined average of 8.7 runs per game. The Astros have played 75 games this season with over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, which accounts for 62.5% of their games. However, they have hit the under in three straight games and have an over/under record of 47-69 on the season.</p><p>Houston is starting right-hander Spencer Arrighetti vs. the White Sox today. He has made 21 starts this year and has a record of 5-10 with a 5.14 ERA. Arrighetti's WHIP for the season is 1.45, and he is coming off a solid outing vs. the Red Sox in which he went seven innings, gave up two earned runs, and got the win. In that outing, he had 13 strikeouts. Before that, he had lost three straight starts. Arrighetti has a BB/9 figure of 4.29 compared to 11.06 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Astros are 3rd in team batting average at .260 and are averaging 4.6 runs per game. Houston has been even better at home, averaging 4.8 runs per game. Overall, they are 10th in home runs, and their team on-base percentage of .320 is 10th in the league. One area where the Astros have struggled is in drawing walks, as they are 25th in the league in that category.</p>

<p>Yordan Alvarez has been a big power threat for the Astros this season, as his 25 home runs are the best mark on the team and 11th in the league. He is also 2nd on the team in RBIs, with 64. Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker are also near the top of the Astros' home run leaderboard, with 19 homers apiece. Bregman has been especially hot of late, going 15/36 in his last eight games with four homers.</p>

Chicago White Sox vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 8/16/24

<p>Betting on today's Waves and Toreros game? Catch the action at Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego, CA, as the Toreros hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on WCC. In this West Coast matchup, the Waves are the betting favorite against the Toreros. The over/under for the game is 150 points.</p><h3>PEPPERDINE WAVES VS SAN DIEGO TOREROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Toreros +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jenny Craig Pavilion at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN DIEGO TOREROS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Toreros.</li><li>Not only will San Diego pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Waves Win on the Road?</h3><p>Pepperdine is coming off a 93-78 win over Pacific and will look to snap a six-game road losing streak. The Waves have gone 0-10 on the road this season, compared to a 6-4 record at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Pepperdine is 8-10, including a 1-2 mark in West Coast Conference play. The Waves have been favored in seven games this season, going 6-1.</p><p>Pepperdine's ATS record this season is 7-9, including a 1-5 mark on the road. However, the Waves have been solid vs. the spread when favored, going 6-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Pepperdine is 6-4 ATS.</p><p>Pepperdine's over/under record this season sits at 6-8-2, and today's line of 150 is right in line with the average over/under line of their games this year (150.5). So far, nine of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 155 points, and in their last 10 games, the average is 140.</p><p>In their latest game, Pepperdine's offense looked good, scoring 93 points against Pacific. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 56.7% and made 6/10 free throws. Leading the team in scoring was Jevon Porter with 26 points. Michael Ajayi also added 21 points for the Waves.</p><p>At present, the Waves' defense is nationally ranked 175th, allowing 71.9 points per game. Against Pacific in their most recent game, the Pepperdine defense gave up a total of 78 points while allowing Pacific to hit 56% of their shots.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Toreros?</h3><p>San Diego enters tonight's matchup against Pepperdine as the underdog, a role they have become familiar with this season. In their 12 games as the underdog, the Toreros have gone just 4-8.</p>

<p>San Diego has struggled recently, losing their last four games and going winless in West Coast Conference play. Their overall record sits at 10-8, but they have been much better at home, going 8-4 compared to 0-4 on the road.</p><p>As the underdog this season, San Diego has gone 5-7 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS record is 6-6 this year and over their last 10 home games, they are 4-5 vs. the spread. In their last 3 games as the underdog, the Toreros have gone 1-2 ATS.</p><p>San Diego's over/under record for the season sits at 9-7 and today's line of 150 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this year (147.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 157 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-3.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 72.2 points per game, the San Diego had a below average performance. They scored 63 points against San Francisco and had a field goal percentage of 41.1%. Deuce Turner is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 14.9. Meanwhile, Wayne McKinney II also brings a PPG average of 14.7 into the game.</p><p>The Toreros' defense is presently ranked 236th nationally, allowing an average of 74.6 points per contest. The San Diego defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 83 points and allowed San Francisco to connect on 7 threes.</p>

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