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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Beacons and Broncos. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Broncos at University Arena (MI) in Kalamazoo, MI. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 151.5 points, and Western Michigan is favored by -1.5 vs. Valparaiso.</p><h3>VALPARAISO BEACONS VS WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at University Arena (MI) at 1:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Western Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Beacons Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Beacons dropped to 4-5 on the season after a 95-73 loss to Ohio State on Tuesday. Valparaiso entered the game as +21 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Valpo trailed 41-30 at halftime and allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43 of their own. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.8% overall and 20.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.8%, but they did excel at the free-throw line, hitting 87% of their attempts.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, while Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists.</p><p>Valparaiso’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points on 54% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Beacons gave up 27 two-pointers on 42 attempts, a 64% shooting rate. From three-point range, they allowed 6 of 19 shots to fall, a 31% success rate. Valparaiso also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they hit 23 free throws, an 85% rate.</p><h3>Will the Broncos Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>The Broncos' season continued to struggle as they fell to 2-7 after a 98-62 loss to North Dakota State on Sunday. Playing on the road, Western Michigan entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 49-28 at halftime, the Broncos couldn't mount a comeback, allowing another 49 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. The game’s total points reached 160, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 144.</p><p>Western Michigan struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.7% from the field and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.9%. They connected on 38.5% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-13 from deep, while hitting 69.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Chansey Willis Jr. led the Broncos with 22 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from both the field and beyond the arc. Jacari White added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, and Jacksen Moni contributed 16 points and 7 assists, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense struggled, giving up 98 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 69% from the field. The Broncos couldn't contain the two-point game, with the other team hitting 83% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan allowed 18 threes on 58% shooting. They did limit free-throw damage, with the opponent going 4/9. The Broncos gave up just 3 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Flames and Bearkats are set to face off at 9:00 ET on CBSS. The Bearkats will host the game at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum in Huntsville, TX. Liberty is favored by -3.5 in this Conference USA conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 143.5 points.</p><h3>LIBERTY FLAMES VS SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bearkats.</li><li>Not only will Sam Houston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Flames Defense Show Up in Huntsville?</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 10-2 on the season with a 73-63 win over Middle Tennessee on Saturday. Playing at home, the Flames entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game ended at 136, just under the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Liberty took control early, leading 42-25 at halftime. However, they allowed 38 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31, making the game closer than the 1st half suggested.</p><p>In their last game, the Liberty Flames put up 73 points, shooting 43.8% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.6%, and they connected on 70% of their free throws, going 7-for-10. The Flames also grabbed 10 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists.</p> <p>Kaden Metheny led the way with 19 points, shooting 53.3% overall and 3-for-8 from deep. Colin Porter and Camryn Weston each added 16 points, with Porter hitting 3-of-4 from three-point range. Essam Mostafa contributed 14 points and pulled down 16 rebounds, while Justin Bufford chipped in 13 points, connecting on 3-of-7 from three.</p><p>Liberty's defense gave up 63 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field on 28 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 47% shooting, as the other team went 18 for 38 on two-point tries.</p> <p>From three-point range, Liberty's defense saw the opposition hit 10 of 26 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 7 attempts for 70%. Liberty allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Sam Houston Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?</h3><h3>Sam Houston Bearkats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearkats dropped to 4-8 on the season after an 81-72 loss to UTEP on Saturday. Playing as +5.5 point underdogs on the road, Sam Houston not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 39-29 at halftime, the Bearkats put up 43 points in the 2nd half but allowed 42, unable to make up the deficit. The game’s total points of 153 exceeded the over/under line of 146.5.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes (6/20). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, hitting 16 of 18 for an 88.9% success rate.</p> <p>Marcus Boykin and Devon Barnes both shot 60% from the field, with Barnes knocking down 4 of 7 threes (57.1%). Boykin finished with 18 points, while Barnes added 17. Corey Camper Jr. and Lamar Wilkerson each contributed 16 points, though Wilkerson struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. David Terrell Jr. dished out 6 assists, and Cameron Huefner grabbed 8 rebounds.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 69% of their two-point attempts, going 20/29.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sam Houston's opponent shot 36%, making 8 of 22 threes. The Bearkats also sent them to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 for 73%.</p>

Liberty Flames vs Sam Houston Bearkats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-119) will host the Denver Nuggets (+100) in a non-conference matchup. Miami (-1.5) is currently 8th in the Eastern Conference and has lost two straight games. Denver (24-16) is 4th in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Northwest Division.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami and will be televised on ALT.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS MIAMI HEAT BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kaseya Center at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-129 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Denver Stun the Crowd at Kaseya Center?</h3><p>The Nuggets fell to 24-16 on the season after a 128-108 home loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. Denver entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread, losing by 20 points.</p> <p>Houston took control early, outscoring Denver 41-25 in the 2nd quarter. The Nuggets couldn’t recover, trailing 102-81 going into the 4th. The teams played evenly in the 2nd half, with Denver edging Houston 27-26 in the 4th. The total points of 236.5 exceeded the O/U line of 224.5 by 11.5 points.</p><p>In their 128-108 loss to the Rockets, the Nuggets shot 53.3% from the field and hit 14 threes at a 48.3% clip. Christian Braun and Jamal Murray each scored 22 points, with Braun shooting 90.9% from the floor.</p> <p>Murray connected on 4 threes, hitting 80% from deep, while Russell Westbrook added 17 points, making 3 threes at 60%. Braun and Murray both scored 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Nuggets struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 41 points, which contributed to their 128-108 loss to the Rockets. Overall, Denver allowed Houston to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>The Nuggets also had trouble defending the three, as the Rockets hit 17 threes on 44% shooting. Denver sent Houston to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws. The Nuggets recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can Miami Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Heat fell to 20-19 on the season after a 117-108 road loss to the Lakers on Wednesday. Miami, who entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 225 points exceeded the O/U line of 214.5 by 10.5 points.</p> <p>Miami looked strong early, going on a 10-0 run to take a 49-41 lead and outscoring the Lakers 28-20 in the 2nd quarter. However, the Heat struggled in the 2nd half, getting outscored 29-19 in the 3rd and 34-23 in the 4th after leading 85-83 going into the final period.</p><p>Tyler Herro's 34 points and 7 threes highlighted the Heat's offensive effort in their 117-108 loss to the Lakers, as he shot 58.3% from deep and 66.7% overall. Miami connected on 16 threes at a 44.4% clip, finishing with a 53.4% field goal percentage.</p> <p>Haywood Highsmith and Nikola Jovic each added 12 points, with Jovic also dishing out 8 assists. Herro scored 16 points in the 1st quarter, while Highsmith added 7 in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Lakers to 20 points, but they gave up 34 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, leading to a 117-108 loss. Miami allowed the Lakers to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat gave up 13 threes on 38% shooting. They sent the Lakers to the line 14 times, where they hit 10 free throws. Miami finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors will travel to take on the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. The Bucks are favored by 11 and have a record of 22-17, which is good for 4th in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors are 13th in the East with a record of 10-31.</p>

<p>This game will be shown on SN and the over/under line is set at 229.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +11</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-140 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Raptors Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Raptors improved to 10-31 on the season after a 110-97 home win over the Celtics on Wednesday. Toronto entered the game as +14 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but covered the spread. The total score of 207 points fell well short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when Toronto went on a 12-0 run, turning a 34-29 deficit into a 41-34 lead. They outscored Boston 22-15 in the 4th quarter to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Raptors shot 50.6% from the field, with RJ Barrett leading the way, scoring 22 points, 8 assists, and 10 rebounds. Scottie Barnes contributed 18 points and 9 assists, while Jakob Poeltl was perfect from the field, finishing with 16 points and 11 rebounds.</p> <p>Toronto made 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc. Poeltl scored 10 of his 16 points in the 3rd quarter, while Barnes added 8 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Raptors held the Celtics to 97 points on Wednesday, giving up 29 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters but tightening up in the 4th, where they allowed just 15 points. Toronto's defense limited Boston to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Celtics hit 16 threes at a 34% clip. The Raptors also sent Boston to the line 18 times, where they made 9 free throws. Toronto finished with 43 defensive rebounds, allowed 13 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 22-17 on the season with a dominant 122-93 win over the Magic on Wednesday. Playing at home, Milwaukee entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 215, narrowly surpassing the O/U line of 212.5.</p> <p>A 19-0 run early in the game helped the Bucks take control, stretching the score from 11-9 to 30-9. Milwaukee led 34-16 after the 1st quarter and continued to outscore Orlando in each of the remaining quarters, including a 30-25 edge in the 4th.</p><p>In their win over the Magic, the Bucks shot 62.5% from the field, with Damian Lillard leading the way, hitting 3 threes at 100% and finishing with 30 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo added 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the floor.</p> <p>Milwaukee made just 7 threes, but connected at a 58.3% rate. Lillard scored 11 points in the 1st quarter, while Giannis poured in 14 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Bucks put on a defensive clinic against the Magic, holding them to just 93 points on 34% shooting. Milwaukee set the tone early, allowing only 16 points in the 1st quarter and keeping Orlando in check throughout the game, giving up 25 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Milwaukee's defense was particularly effective from beyond the arc, where they limited the Magic to 12 threes on 26% shooting. The Bucks also sent Orlando to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 15. Milwaukee controlled the glass with 46 defensive rebounds and added 10 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Golden Knights and Hurricanes game? Catch the action at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC, as the Hurricanes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Golden Knights.</p><h3>VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Hurricanes should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Vegas Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights improved to 29-12-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, didn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over.</p> 

<p>Utah jumped out to a 2-0 lead before Pavel Dorofeyev scored for Vegas in the second period. Four different players scored for the Golden Knights, with Brett Howden netting the game-winner 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their game against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal and scored 4 times. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season in overtime, while William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year. Noah Hanifin, who scored his 2nd goal, also picked up two assists, giving him 4 and 5 for the season.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Golden Knights got on the board with Pavel Dorofeyev’s 7th goal of the season. They recorded 13 giveaways and finished with 7 assists in the 4-3 win.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after giving up the first two goals in their last game and another late in the 3rd period. They also allowed the first goal in the 3rd period, which tied the game at 3-3. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%.</p><h3>Are Carolina Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes moved to 26-16-3 on the season. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p>

<p>Carolina took an early lead, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes tied it up in the second and added two more, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on three shots. Orlov now has three goals this season. Martin Necas added his sixth goal of the year and picked up two assists, bringing his assist total to 12. Andrei Svechnikov netted his sixth goal on an empty net with just nine seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Carolina's first goal came at 5:59 in the first period, while their second goal tied the game 2-2 at 17:31 in the second. They added another goal at 14:34 in the second period before Svechnikov's late empty-netter.</p><p>Carolina's defense will look to carry their momentum into this game, as they didn't allow a goal after the first period against the Capitals. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the Hurricanes' defense added 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p>

Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

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<p>ESPN will be covering the matchup between the LSU Tigers and Oklahoma Sooners, set to kick off at 7:00 ET from Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge. The over/under line is at 47 points, with the Tigers favored at -6.5 points. The money line odds have the Tigers at -234 and the Sooners at +193. LSU comes in with a 7-4 record, while Oklahoma is 6-5 on the season.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA SOONERS VS LSU TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oklahoma Sooners +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Tiger Stadium (LA) at 7:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA SOONERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oklahoma Sooners winning this one by a score of 22 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the Oklahoma Sooners winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +6.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 47 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oklahoma Sooners Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Oklahoma enters Week 14 with a 6-5 record, ranked 23rd in our power rankings. They are 4-3 at home and 1-2 on the road this season. The Sooners are already bowl-eligible, but they have no chance of winning the Southeastern title.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Oklahoma is 5-5, with a 2-1 record on the road and a 3-4 mark at home. They’ve been favored in four games, going 2-2 ATS as favorites and 3-3 as underdogs.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 47 points. Oklahoma’s games have averaged 45.2 points, and their over/under record is 4-6, with an average line of 48.5 points.</p><p>Oklahoma’s offense has struggled heading into week 14, ranking 92nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 72nd in scoring, averaging 25 points per game, and their third-down conversion rate is just 35.4%, which ranks 104th nationally. Their passing game has been particularly weak, ranking 116th in passing yards per game.</p> <p>Quarterback Jackson Arnold has thrown for 1,311 yards, with 12 touchdowns and three interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 90. Oklahoma ranks 11th in rushing attempts per game, but they are only 71st in rushing yards, averaging 160.5 yards per game. Jovantae Barnes leads the team with 577 rushing yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense was dominant in their recent 24-3 win over Alabama, allowing just three points. They held Alabama to 70 rushing yards on 30 attempts and 164 passing yards, forcing three interceptions.</p> <p></p><p>On the season, Oklahoma ranks 20th nationally in rushing yards allowed per game (107.3) and 21st in points allowed (20.2). Opponents are averaging 205.8 passing yards per game against them.</p><h3>Are The LSU Tigers Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>LSU enters Week 14 with a 7-4 record, ranked 19th in our power rankings. They are 3-1 at home this season and have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible. However, they have no shot at winning the Southeastern title.</p> <p></p><p>The Tigers have been favored in seven of their 11 games, going 5-2 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +4.3 points, but they are 2-7 against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 47 points, compared to an average line of 58.1 points for LSU games. They are 2-7 against the over/under, with their games averaging 53 points.</p><p>LSU’s offense is ranked 13th in our power rankings heading into week 14. They are 51st in points per game, scoring 28.6. Garrett Nussmeier has thrown for 3,462 yards, and the Tigers are 3rd in passing attempts per game. They are 5th in completions and 7th in passing yards, averaging 318.1 yards per game. Their third-down conversion rate is 50.3%, also 5th in the nation.</p> <p>Nussmeier has 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, with a passer rating of 92. Kyren Lacy leads the team with 825 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. On the ground, LSU is averaging 119 rushing yards per game, and Caden Durham has 609 yards and six touchdowns this season.</p><p>LSU’s defense is ranked 50th nationally, allowing 24.4 points per game. They’ve given up 214.4 passing yards per game, ranking 81st, and 148.7 rushing yards per game. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 88.2 and a 60.6% completion rate against LSU.</p> <p></p><p>In their latest game, LSU’s defense allowed 17 points to Vanderbilt, giving up 308 total yards. Vanderbilt rushed 24 times for 122 yards and completed 13 of 24 passes for 186 yards.</p>

Oklahoma Sooners vs LSU Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Owls and Pirates game? Catch the action at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC, as the Pirates hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN2. Florida Atlantic is favored by -2.5 in this American Athletic conference contest against East Carolina. The game's over/under currently sits at 150.5 points.</p><h3>FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS VS EAST CAROLINA PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Carolina Pirates +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Minges Coliseum at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST CAROLINA PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will East Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Owls Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Florida Atlantic fell to 6-7 on the season after a 90-62 home loss to Memphis on Thursday. The Owls entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 152, which was under the pre-game line of 163.5.</p> <p>FAU trailed 42-32 at halftime and struggled in the second half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 48.</p><p>Florida Atlantic struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.4% from the field and 16.1% from three-point range, hitting only 5 of their 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 35.3%, and they managed to score 62 points overall.</p> <p>Tyrese Hunter led the way with 20 points, shooting 57.1% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc. He also contributed 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The Owls grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with just 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 90 points, Florida Atlantic's defense held their opponent to just 32% shooting from the field, including 16% from beyond the arc, where they made only 5 of 31 attempts.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team shot 61%, hitting 13 of 21. Florida Atlantic also allowed 19 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen at Home?</h3><h3>East Carolina Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>East Carolina fell to 6-6 on the season after a 75-69 loss to South Florida on Tuesday. The Pirates, who were +1.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 144 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>ECU trailed 34-25 at halftime but came out strong in the 2nd half, scoring 44 points. However, they allowed 41 points in the 2nd half, preventing a comeback.</p><p>East Carolina struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.5% overall and 15.8% from three-point range, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, but they made up for it at the free-throw line, connecting on 22 of 27 attempts for 81.5%.</p> <p>Jordan Riley led the Pirates with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 8 of 13 from the field. Kobe Knox was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting all 3 of his attempts and finishing with 18 points on 7 of 8 shooting overall.</p><p>East Carolina's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field on 26 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 51% shooting, as the other team hit 19 of 37 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, East Carolina's defense saw the opposition make 7 of 20 attempts, good for 35%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 80%. East Carolina gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Florida Atlantic Owls vs East Carolina Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/25

<p>At 9:30 ET, the Thunder (-174) will host the Mavericks (+146) in a Western Conference matchup. Oklahoma City (-4) is currently on a 3-game win streak and is 1st in the Western Conference with an 18-5 record. Dallas (+4) has won 7 straight games and is 4th in the West at 16-8.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City and can be seen on TNT. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 231.5 points.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks +4</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 9:30 ET on Tuesday, December 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 130-116 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with 30 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mavericks Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 16-8 on the season with a 125-118 win over the Raptors on Saturday. Dallas was favored by 8 points going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 243, exceeding the over/under line of 235.5.</p> <p>Dallas jumped out to a big lead, outscoring Toronto 35-28 in the 1st quarter and 35-26 in the 2nd. They led 100-87 going into the 4th, but the Raptors went on a 13-0 run to close the gap. Dallas held on for the win, but Toronto made it interesting by outscoring them 31-25 in the final quarter.</p><p>Luka Doncic's triple-double of 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists led the Mavericks to a 125-118 win over the Raptors, with Doncic and Kyrie Irving each hitting 6 threes. Irving shot 66.7% from deep and added 29 points, including 16 in the 1st quarter.</p> <p>Dallas hit 17 threes at a 37.8% rate, with an overall FG% of 46.9%. Klay Thompson contributed 20 points, scoring 7 in the 4th quarter, while Doncic added 11 in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Mavericks held the Raptors to 118 points on Saturday, giving up 28 points in the 1st quarter and 26 in the 2nd. However, they allowed 33 points in the 3rd and 31 in the 4th. Toronto shot 46% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Raptors hit 15 threes at a 38% clip. Dallas sent Toronto to the line 18 times, where they made 17 free throws. The Mavericks grabbed 38 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, while also recording 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Oklahoma City Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>Oklahoma City improved to 18-5 this season with a 119-109 road win over the Pelicans on Saturday. The Thunder, favored by 8 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 228 points went over the 222.5 line.</p> <p>OKC took control early with a 10-0 run, turning a 2-0 deficit into a 10-2 lead. They dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring New Orleans 77-51. The Pelicans fought back in the 3rd and 4th quarters, but the Thunder’s 99-80 lead heading into the final period was too much to overcome.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a win over the Pelicans with 31 points, including 16 in the opening quarter. Jalen Williams added 27 points, scoring 12 in the 2nd quarter.</p> <p>Oklahoma City shot 52.9% from the field, hitting 12 threes at a 37.5% clip. Luguentz Dort and Williams each made 4 threes, with Dort shooting 57.1% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, the Thunder held the Pelicans to 109 points on Saturday, allowing 23 points in the 1st quarter. Oklahoma City gave up 28 points in the 2nd quarter, 29 in the 3rd, and 29 in the 4th.</p> <p>Oklahoma City limited New Orleans to 11 made threes on 29% shooting from beyond the arc. The Thunder also collected 13 steals in the game.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 12/10/24

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.

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (6-7, 10th in the Western Conference) will travel to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder (11-2, 1st in the Western Conference). The Thunder are currently favored by 5.5 points and have won three straight games.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on KFAA and will be played at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 7:00 ET on Sunday, November 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-98 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 6-7 on the season with a 110-93 win over the Spurs on Saturday. Dallas covered the -13.5 point spread, and the game total of 203 points fell well short of the 229-point line.</p> <p>After a 10-0 run by the Spurs, Dallas responded by dominating the 2nd and 3rd quarters, outscoring San Antonio 70-41 during that stretch. The Mavericks went into the 4th quarter with a 93-69 lead, allowing them to coast to victory despite being outscored 24-17 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Spurs, the Mavericks shot 46.8% from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 25.8% rate. Daniel Gafford and Kyrie Irving led the way with 22 points each, with Gafford shooting 90% from the field.</p> <p>Irving added 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Gafford contributed 12 in the same period. Luka Doncic finished with 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, making 3 threes at 33.3%.</p><p>The Mavericks put on a defensive clinic against the Spurs, holding them to just 93 points on Saturday. Dallas tightened up in the 3rd quarter, giving up only 18 points, and allowed 28 points in the 1st, 23 in the 2nd, and 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>Dallas limited San Antonio to 31% shooting, including 27% from three-point range, where the Spurs hit just 11 threes. The Mavericks also recorded 9 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Thunder Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>On Friday, the Thunder improved to 11-2 this season with a 99-83 win over the Suns at home. Oklahoma City, favored by 8 points, covered the spread, while the game’s total of 182 points fell well short of the 227.5-point line.</p> <p>A key 12-0 run helped the Thunder jump out to a 28-10 lead early. Although the Suns won the 2nd quarter 22-19, the Thunder took control in the 3rd, outscoring Phoenix 35-24. Heading into the 4th with an 83-60 lead, the Thunder coasted to victory despite being outscored 23-16 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Suns, the Thunder managed just 99 points, shooting 39.6% from the field and hitting only 25% of their three-point attempts, making 10 threes overall. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, shooting 44% from the field and connecting on 2 threes at 28.6%.</p> <p>Luguentz Dort added 15 points and 9 rebounds, also making 2 threes at 28.6%. Jalen Williams contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 15 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Dort added 5 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Thunder put on a defensive clinic against the Suns, holding them to just 83 points on Friday. Oklahoma City set the tone early, allowing only 14 points in the 1st quarter and keeping Phoenix in check throughout the game. The Thunder gave up 22 points in the 2nd, 24 in the 3rd, and 23 in the 4th, limiting the Suns to 29% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Oklahoma City also excelled at defending the three, where Phoenix managed just 9 made threes on 24% shooting. The Thunder finished with 40 defensive rebounds while allowing 11 offensive boards. They also contributed 6 steals and 11 blocked shots.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 11/17/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Penguins and Sabres face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Sabres are hosting the game at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Sabres being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Penguins.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PENGUINS VS BUFFALO SABRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Buffalo Sabres -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at KeyBank Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUFFALO SABRES:</h3><ul><li>The Sabres enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Sabres on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Pittsburgh Stun the Crowd at KeyBank Center?</h3><p>The Penguins moved closer to .500 with a 3-1 road win over the Canadiens, improving to 18-20-8. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line, with the total of 4 goals falling short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p>

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, and Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the victory. The Penguins’ defense held Montreal scoreless until the third period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby netted two goals for the Penguins, bringing his season total to 5. He opened the scoring at 4:03 in the first period and added another on a power play at 1:20 in the second. Blake Lizotte sealed the game with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the season, at 19:15 in the third period.</p> <p>The Penguins fired 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways. Lars Eller picked up his 3rd assist on Lizotte’s empty-net goal, while Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson were credited with assists on Crosby’s power-play goal, giving them 3 and 7 assists this season, respectively.</p><p>Alex Nedeljkovic stopped 25 shots with a 96.2% save percentage, helping the Penguins to a 3-1 win over the Canadiens. Pittsburgh's defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 of the 3rd period.</p><h3>Will the Sabres Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Buffalo fell to 17-22-5 with a 2-1 road loss to the Red Wings. The Sabres were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell well short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> <p>Buffalo took the lead with a short-handed goal from Alex Tuch in the first period, but the Red Wings responded with two power-play goals in the second. The Sabres’ offense couldn’t add to their early lead, despite putting 32 shots on goal.</p><p>Buffalo's offense managed just one goal in their 2-1 loss to the Red Wings. Alex Tuch, with his 5th goal of the season, found the net on a shorthanded effort at 8:21 in the first period. The Sabres took 32 shots on goal but were unable to score again.</p> <p>Buffalo had 13 giveaways and recorded no assists. They were shut out in both the second and third periods after Tuch’s early goal.</p><p>Buffalo's defense struggled in the second period, giving up two goals to Detroit, both on the power play. However, they tightened up in the third, not allowing any goals. Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Sabres versus the Penguins? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on TNT. The game will be played at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Penguins are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Sabres.</p><h3>BUFFALO SABRES VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, October 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Sabres winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Sabres on the moneyline (+111)</li><li>The Sabres are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Sabres Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Buffalo picked up their first win of the season, defeating the Panthers 5-2. The Sabres were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, with the combined 7 goals going over. This victory brings Buffalo's record to 1-3-0.</p> 

<p>All five of Buffalo's goals came from different players. The Panthers scored first, but the Sabres tied it up with 3:14 left in the first period and took the lead just 41 seconds later.</p><p>Buffalo’s offense came alive in their 5-2 victory over the Panthers, with five different players finding the net. Jordan Greenway opened the scoring for the Sabres, while Alex Tuch added his second goal of the season on an empty net. Henri Jokiharju and Mattias Samuelsson each scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>The Sabres took 27 shots on goal but were held scoreless on the power play. They scored twice in the first period, added two more in the second, and capped it off with Tuch’s empty netter in the third. Buffalo recorded 14 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Sabres gave up the first goal at 9:01 into the first period and another late in the second, but they shut the Panthers out in the third, leading to a 5-2 victory. Goalie Devon Levi made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, and the Sabres' defense added 7 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Can the Penguins Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Pittsburgh evened their record at 2-2-0 with a 6-3 victory over the Canadiens. The Penguins covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> <p>Five different players found the net for Pittsburgh, with Lars Eller leading the way with two goals. The Penguins trailed 3-2 in the second period before scoring four unanswered goals to secure the win.</p><p>Lars Eller found the net twice for the Penguins, including his second goal, which tied the game at 3-3 in the second period. Kevin Hayes added his third goal of the season, while Kris Letang scored his second. Evgeni Malkin capped off the scoring with an empty-netter, his first goal of the season.</p> <p>Malkin also picked up his 5th and 6th assists on the year. Pittsburgh took 31 shots on goal, and despite scoring 6 times, they were held without a power play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins will look to build off their 3rd period performance against Montreal, where they shut out the Canadiens after giving up 3 goals in the first two periods. Tristan Jarry finished with 24 saves and a save percentage of 88.9%, while the defense recorded 9 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Buffalo Sabres vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction 10/16/24

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>At 8:30 ET, the Thunder (-303) will travel to Dallas to take on the Mavericks (+246). Oklahoma City is currently favored by 7.5 points and the over/under line is set at 223.5.</p>

<p>The Thunder (34-6) are currently on a four-game winning streak and are 1st in the Western Conference. The Mavericks (22-19) have lost three straight and are 7th in the West.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 106-104 in favor of the Thunder.</li><li>Our projections have Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishing with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Thunder finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Thunder Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 34-6 on the season with a 134-114 win over the Cavaliers on Thursday. Playing at home, Oklahoma City was favored by 2.5 points and covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 248 exceeded the O/U line of 232 by 16 points.</p> <p>An 11-0 run early in the game helped the Thunder pull away, and they led 119-81 going into the 4th quarter. While the Cavaliers outscored them 33-15 in the final period, the game was already decided by then.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was dominant in the Thunder's win over the Cavaliers, scoring 40 points and dishing out 8 assists, shooting 65.4% from the field. Luguentz Dort added 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 66.7% rate, while Jalen Williams contributed 19 points and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Oklahoma City made 18 threes in the game, despite shooting just 34% from beyond the arc, and finished with a 50.5% overall field goal percentage. Gilgeous-Alexander was particularly effective in the 1st and 3rd quarters, scoring 15 points in the opening period and 14 more in the 3rd.</p><p>The Thunder's defense shined in the 1st quarter, holding the Cavaliers to just 14 points, but they gave up 35 points in the 2nd quarter. Oklahoma City allowed 32 points in the 3rd and 33 in the 4th, finishing with 114 points allowed on 46% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Thunder held Cleveland to 13 made threes on 31% shooting. The Cavaliers went 17/21 from the free-throw line. Oklahoma City recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can Dallas Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Mavericks dropped to 22-19 this season after a 119-116 road loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday. Dallas entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 235 points exceeded the O/U line of 221.5 by 13.5 points.</p> <p>Dallas took control in the middle quarters, outscoring New Orleans 64-54, but couldn’t hold onto their 91-87 lead heading into the 4th. The Pelicans rallied in the final quarter, outscoring the Mavericks 32-25 to secure the win.</p><p>Daniel Gafford led the Mavericks with 27 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 92.3% from the field in their 119-116 loss to the Pelicans. Jaden Hardy added 21 points, hitting 4 threes at 66.7%, while Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 20 points, making 3 threes despite shooting 35.3% overall.</p> <p>The Mavericks shot 47.8% from the field, with a below-average performance from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes at 34.3%. Gafford scored 11 points in the 2nd quarter, while Hardy added 10 of his 21 points in the same period.</p><p>The Mavericks gave up 119 points to the Pelicans, despite holding them to 44% shooting from the field. Dallas allowed 33 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the 3rd, giving up just 24 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks held New Orleans to 13 made threes on 33% shooting. The Pelicans also went 20/24 from the free-throw line. Defensively, Dallas recorded 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Celtics (-724) will host the Magic (+509) in a matchup between Eastern Conference foes. The over/under line is currently set at 211.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 5th in the East with a record of 23-19. Meanwhile, Boston is 2nd in the East with a record of 28-12.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-75 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Magic Chances in Boston</h3><p>The Magic fell to 23-19 on the season after a 122-93 loss to the Bucks on Wednesday. Orlando, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, couldn’t keep it close, losing by 29 points. The total score of 215 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 212.5.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 19-0 run early in the game put Orlando in a deep hole, as the Bucks stretched the score from 11-9 to 30-9. The Magic trailed 34-16 after the 1st quarter and couldn’t make up ground, losing each of the next three quarters by a small margin.</p><p>In their 122-93 loss to the Bucks, the Magic shot just 34.7% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, despite making 12 threes. Paolo Banchero led the way with 22 points, adding 7 in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Trevelin Queen chipped in 13 points, with 9 coming in the final period, and Wendell Carter Jr. added 12 points and 10 rebounds. Carter and Cole Anthony each scored 7 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Magic struggled against the Bucks, giving up 122 points on 62% shooting. Orlando allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Orlando limited Milwaukee to 7 made threes, but the Bucks still shot 58% from deep. The Magic sent the Bucks to the line 35 times, where they made 25 free throws. Orlando finished with 13 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Can the Celtics Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Celtics dropped to 28-12 on the season after a 110-97 road loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Boston entered the game as 14-point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 207, falling well short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Boston led 29-25 after the 1st quarter, but a 12-0 run by Toronto shifted momentum. The Raptors outscored the Celtics 30-24 in the 2nd quarter and 33-29 in the 3rd. Boston trailed 88-82 heading into the 4th and managed just 15 points in the final quarter while Toronto scored 22.</p><p>In their 110-97 loss to the Raptors, the Celtics shot just 39.6% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 34.8%. They made 16 threes in the game.</p> <p>Payton Pritchard led the Celtics with 20 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate. Kristaps Porzingis also made 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep and finishing with 18 points. Jayson Tatum added 16 points, despite shooting 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Celtics gave up 110 points to the Raptors, including 33 in the 3rd quarter, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 22 points. Boston held Toronto to 11 made threes on 32% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Celtics sent the Raptors to the line 15 times, where they made 9 free throws. Boston finished with 32 defensive rebounds, while allowing 13 offensive boards. They also recorded 6 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>At 9:00 ET, the 10th-ranked San Antonio Spurs (17-16) will travel to Denver to take on the 4th-ranked Nuggets (19-13). The Nuggets are currently favored by 7 points and have a moneyline of -259. The over/under line is set at 236.5.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on ALT.</p><h3>SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +7</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-112 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does San Antonio Have A Chance at Ball Arena?</h3><p>The Spurs improved to 17-16 this season with a dominant 122-86 win over the Clippers on Tuesday. San Antonio, favored by 3.5 points, easily covered the spread, while the game’s total of 208 points fell short of the 219-point O/U line.</p> <p>San Antonio jumped out to a 31-17 lead in the 1st quarter and extended it with a 10-0 run, pushing the score from 52-36 to 62-36. They continued to control the game, leading 91-63 going into the 4th quarter, where they outscored the Clippers 31-23.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 122-86 win over the Clippers, scoring 27 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. He was dominant in the 1st quarter, putting up 17 points. Keldon Johnson added 17 points, and Stephon Castle contributed 15, with 10 of those coming in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>San Antonio shot 49% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 22.5% rate. Wembanyama shot 55.6% from the floor, while Johnson and Castle were both over 60%.</p><p>The Spurs' defense was dominant on Tuesday, holding the Clippers to just 86 points. San Antonio gave up 17 points in the 1st quarter and 26 in the 2nd, then clamped down in the 3rd, allowing only 20 points. They finished strong in the 4th, giving up 23 points.</p> <p>The Clippers shot just 34% from the field and 26% from three, hitting 11 threes. San Antonio sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Spurs grabbed 43 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 10 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will Denver Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Nuggets improved to 19-13 on the season with a 139-120 win over the Hawks on Wednesday. Denver, who was favored by 8.5 points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 259 exceeded the over/under line of 246.5 by 12.5 points.</p> <p>A key moment came when Denver went on a 12-0 run, stretching their lead from 86-79 to 98-79. They dominated the 3rd quarter, outscoring Atlanta 41-24, and entered the 4th quarter with a 115-95 lead.</p><p>In their win over the Hawks, the Nuggets shot 56.4% from the field, with a 40% mark from three-point range, hitting 12 threes. Nikola Jokic led the way with 23 points, 17 rebounds, and 15 assists, scoring 11 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters.</p> <p>Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. each added 21 points, with Porter hitting 5 threes at 55.6%. Porter also scored 11 points in the 3rd quarter, while Russell Westbrook added 11 of his 16 points in the 2nd.</p><p>Despite a rough 2nd quarter where they allowed 38 points, the Nuggets tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, giving up just 24 points in the 3rd and 25 in the 4th to help secure the win. Overall, they allowed the Hawks to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>Denver also sent Atlanta to the line 21 times, where the Hawks made 14 free throws. From beyond the arc, the Hawks hit 16 threes at a 34% clip. The Nuggets finished with 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

San Antonio Spurs vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>Betting on today's Falcons and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on MWN. The over/under for this game is set at 142.5 points, and Fresno State is favored by -3 vs. Air Force in a Mountain West conference matchup.</p><h3>AIR FORCE FALCONS VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs -3</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Falcons Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Falcons dropped to 3-14 this season after a 68-62 road loss to Nevada on Tuesday. Despite being +19.5 point underdogs, Air Force kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Air Force led 35-33 at halftime but managed only 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points of 130 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 127.5.</p><p>Air Force managed 62 points in their last game, shooting 39.2% from the field and 49% in effective field goal percentage. They connected on 10 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 37% from deep, while shooting 41.7% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they converted 12 of 17 attempts for a 70.6% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Taylor led the way with 22 points, hitting 5 of 11 from three-point range and finishing 8 of 16 overall. Tré Coleman added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Kyle Marshall contributed 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. The Falcons recorded 15 assists as a team, with 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Air Force’s defensive efforts, they gave up 68 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. The Falcons struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 60% of their attempts, going 20/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Air Force's defense allowed 6 threes on 14 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They did manage to send their opponent to the line 23 times, where they shot just 43%.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 4-13 on the season after a 77-66 home loss to Nevada on Saturday, January 11th. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, Fresno State kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Fresno State led 31-30 at halftime but couldn’t maintain their edge, as they were outscored 34-33 in the 2nd half.</p><p>Fresno State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 32.3% on two-point attempts. They connected on 37.5% of their threes, hitting 9 of 24 from deep.</p> <p>Nick Davidson led the way with 20 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. David Douglas Jr. added 16 points, hitting 5 threes at a 41.7% clip.</p><p>Fresno State's defense put up a solid effort, holding their opponent to 77 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the other team hitting just 10 of 31 attempts for 32%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fresno State allowed 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19 for 70%. Fresno State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Huskies and Aggies game? Catch the action at Corbett Sports Center in Greensboro, NC, as the Aggies hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloH. The Huskies are favored in this Coastal Athletic Association conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147 points.</p><h3>NORTHEASTERN HUSKIES VS NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +7</p><p>This game will be played at Corbett Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina A&T pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Huskies Win in Greensboro?</h3><p>After starting the season with a record of 2-8 on the road, Northeastern has won two straight games away from home. They are 5-2 this season when favored, and they are favored by seven points today against North Carolina A&T.</p>

<p>So far this season, Northeastern is 7-10 overall, and they are 2-2 in Coastal Athletic Association play. Their average scoring margin on the road is -8.6 points per game, and their record away from home is 2-7.</p><p>As the favorite, Northeastern has a solid ATS record of 5-2 this season. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Huskies have gone 7-3 vs. the spread. On the road, Northeastern is just 4-5 ATS this year and they have gone 5-5 ATS over their last 10 road games.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Northeastern games sits at 12-5. So far, the average point total in their games is 143.4 points. Today's over/under line of 147 is higher than the average over/under line in their games this season (138.1). Across their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and their matchups have averaged 135 points compared to their season average of 143.4 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Huskies' offense tallied 67 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 70.5 points per game. The team's scoring leader is Chris Doherty, who holds an average of 12.6 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Luka Sakota is averaging 11.4 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Huskies' defense is nationally ranked 181st, allowing 72.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Northeastern's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 47.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 36.3% this season.</p><h3>Are the Aggies Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>North Carolina A&T has struggled at home this season, going 1-5. Over their last 10 games at home, they are just 2-8. As the underdog, the Aggies are 4-11 this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, North Carolina A&T beat Hampton by a score of 81-80. Their record this season is 4-13, and they are 2-2 in conference games.</p><p>North Carolina A&T has an ATS record of 8-7 this season and they are 2-4 vs. the spread at home. Their last 3 home ATS record is 2-0 and their last 10 home ATS mark is 3-6. As the underdog, the Aggies have gone 8-7 vs. the spread this season and their last 3 underdog ATS record is 2-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, North Carolina A&T has an ATS mark of 6-4.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for North Carolina A&T is 9-6. So far, the average scoring total in their games is 150.9 points, which is higher than today's line of 147. Currently, 9 of their games have finished with more points than 147. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 with an average scoring total of 141 points.</p><p>The North Carolina A&T offense is coming off a game where they scored 81 points against Hampton. They posted a field goal percentage of 50% and connected on 10 threes. Landon Glasper is leading the team in scoring at 20.1 points per contest. Camian Shell has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.4 going into the game.</p><p>Looking at the North Carolina A&T defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 82.1 points per game (300th). North Carolina A&T's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Hampton offense to knock down 53% of their shots on their way to putting up 80 points.</p>

Northeastern Huskies vs North Carolina A&T Aggies Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (+153) travel to take on the New York Knicks (-181) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 4.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 218.5.</p>

<p>Minnesota is 21-19 and sits 8th in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 27-15 and 3rd in the East. This game will be played at Madison Square Garden and can be seen on MSG.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 128-109 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Be The Talk of Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 21-19 on the season after a 116-115 home loss to the Warriors on Wednesday. Minnesota, who were -7 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 231 points exceeded the pre-game total of 217.</p> <p>Golden State took control early with a 13-0 run, and the Timberwolves found themselves down 34-12 after the 1st quarter. Minnesota fought back, winning each of the next three quarters, including a 37-29 edge in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 116-115 loss to the Warriors, the Timberwolves connected on 17 threes, shooting 45.9% from deep. Overall, they shot 44.2% from the field.</p> <p>Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards each scored 28 points, with DiVincenzo hitting 6 threes at 50%. Edwards and DiVincenzo both scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Julius Randle and Naz Reid added 7 points each in the 4th.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 34 and 32 points, respectively, in their 116-115 loss to the Warriors. They tightened up in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 21 points, but couldn’t contain Golden State in the 4th, where they gave up 29 points.</p> <p>Minnesota allowed the Warriors to shoot 48% from the field, including 50% from beyond the arc, with Golden State hitting 18 threes. The Timberwolves also sent the Warriors to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 27-15 on the season with a 125-119 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. New York, favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 244, surpassing the over/under line of 218.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>New York jumped out to a 30-21 lead after the 1st quarter and extended their lead by outscoring the 76ers 30-26 in the 2nd. However, Philadelphia stormed back in the 3rd, outscoring the Knicks 38-25 to tie the game at 85 heading into the 4th. Both teams scored 24 points in the final quarter, but the Knicks pulled away for the win.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 38 points and 5 rebounds on 63.6% shooting led the Knicks to a win over the 76ers, with Brunson hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency. Mikal Bridges added 23 points, connecting on 5 threes at 50%.</p> <p>The Knicks made 16 threes as a team, shooting 43.2% from deep and 53.5% overall. Brunson scored 8 points in the 4th and OT, while OG Anunoby added 4 of his 17 points in the extra period.</p><p>Despite a rough 3rd quarter where the Knicks gave up 38 points, they held the 76ers to 21 points in the 1st and 24 in the 4th to secure the win. Overall, New York allowed 119 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks allowed 13 threes on 37% shooting. Philadelphia also went 14/14 from the free-throw line. Defensively, New York finished with 10 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

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<p>The Bobcats and Zips are set to face off at 6:00 ET on CBSS. The Zips will host the game at James A. Rhodes Arena in Akron, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 158 points, and Akron is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Ohio.</p><h3>OHIO BOBCATS VS AKRON ZIPS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at James A. Rhodes Arena at 6:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Zips.</li><li>Not only will Akron pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Akron Possible for the Bobcats?</h3><h3>Ohio Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Ohio improved to 9-6 on the season with an 86-71 win over Ball State on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Bobcats entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Ohio led 45-35 at halftime and continued to play well in the second half, outscoring Ball State 41-36. The game’s total points reached 157, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p><p>Ohio's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 86 points with a 54.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 61.3%, thanks in part to their 65% shooting on two-point attempts (26/40). From beyond the arc, they connected on 8 of 22 threes, shooting 36.4%.</p> <p>The Bobcats also added 10 points from the free-throw line, hitting 62.5% of their attempts. They grabbed 8 offensive rebounds and dished out 15 assists. Mickey Pearson Jr. led the way with 19 points, while Aidan Hadaway and Jackson Paveletzke each contributed 15 points, with Paveletzke also adding 6 assists.</p><p>Ohio's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 71 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. The Bobcats had a tough time containing two-point shots, as their opponents connected on 65% of their attempts, going 26/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio's defense allowed 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 62%. Ohio gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Zips Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Akron Zips Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Zips improved to 9-5 on the season with an 85-78 win over Toledo on Tuesday. Akron, who were -8 favorites, didn’t cover the spread in this one. The total points for the game hit 163, just over the O/U line of 161.5.</p> 

<p>Akron had to rally in this game, as they were down 42-30 at halftime. They turned things around in the second half, outscoring Toledo 55-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Akron put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 46.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.3%, with a strong 56.5% inside the arc, but just 31% from three-point range, hitting 9 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>Nate Johnson led the way with 28 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 52.2% overall, though he struggled from deep, going 1 for 7. Akron dished out 21 assists and grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, with Amani Lyles contributing 16 points on 7 of 9 shooting in just 20 minutes.</p><p>Akron's defense gave up 78 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the other team hitting 56% of their two-point attempts, going 26/46.</p> <p>From three-point range, Akron held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 9 made threes on 29 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 9 times, where they made 6, shooting 66%. Akron allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Rams and Hawks game? Catch the action at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, PA, as the Hawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPNU. VCU is favored by -2.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference contest against Saint Joseph's. The game's over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>VCU RAMS VS SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Joseph's Hawks +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hagan Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Saint Joseph's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored VCU?</h3><h3>VCU Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>VCU improved to 12-4 on the season with a 78-62 home win over Saint Louis on Tuesday. The Rams were favored by 10 points and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 47-42 at halftime, VCU's defense stepped up, allowing just 20 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The total points of 140 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>VCU put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 41.7% from the field and 30.3% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 33 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.6%, and they were efficient at the free-throw line, making 8 of 10 shots.</p> <p>The Rams dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds and dished out 18 assists. Joe Bamisile led the way with 23 points, hitting 4 of 9 threes, while Isaiah Swope and Robbie Avila each added 18 points. Avila was perfect from deep, going 2 for 2.</p><p>Despite giving up 22 offensive rebounds, VCU's defense held their opponent to 62 points on 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 30 made field goals on 72 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, VCU's defense limited their opponent to 10 threes on 33 attempts, a 30% shooting performance. Their opponent also went 8/10 from the free-throw line.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Make it Happen at Home?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Joseph's improved to 11-6 on the season with a dominant 93-57 win over Loyola Chicago on Saturday. Playing at home, the Hawks entered the game as -5.5 favorites and easily covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>The Hawks took control early, leading 53-29 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Loyola Chicago 40-28 to seal the win.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 54.8% from the field and hitting 18 threes at a 54.5% clip. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.4%.</p> <p>Derek Simpson was a standout, shooting 77.8% overall and 80% from deep, finishing with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Xzayvier Brown led the team with 20 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Saint Joseph's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 57 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 54% from the field. The Hawks couldn't contain the two-point shooting, as their opponents went 16/29, hitting 55% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Saint Joseph's allowed 18/33 shooting, a 54% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 7 of their attempts, shooting 63%. The Hawks gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Broncos and Tommies. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on Summ, and it's hosted by the Tommies at Schoenecker Arena in Saint Paul, MN. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have St. Thomas (MN) as the -11.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS VS ST. THOMAS (MN) TOMMIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Michigan Broncos +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Schoenecker Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-66 in favor of the Broncos.</li><li>Not only will Western Michigan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Broncos Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Western Michigan dropped to 2-5 on the season after a 77-69 road loss to Dayton on Tuesday. The Broncos, who entered the game as +24.5 point underdogs, managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Western Michigan led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the second half while scoring 34. The total points for the game (146) went over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p><p>Western Michigan's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 53.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.3%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 64.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from deep, connecting on just 29.4% of their threes.</p> <p>Enoch Cheeks was a standout, shooting 70% from the field and 60% from three, finishing with 23 points and 8 rebounds. Markhi Strickland also had a big game, shooting 75% and adding 19 points. Owen Lobsinger led the team with 24 points, despite shooting just 42.1% overall and 30% from three.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Broncos allowed their opponents to hit 59% of their two-point attempts, as they went 16/27 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Michigan's defense allowed 9/21 shooting, or 42%. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 free throws, shooting 81%. The Broncos gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Tommies Win at Home?</h3><p>St. Thomas (MN) improved to 5-4 on the season with an 88-81 home win over Montana on Saturday. The Tommies entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 40-39 at halftime, St. Thomas scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points reached 169, surpassing the O/U line of 145.</p><p>St. Thomas put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.6%, and they hit 84% of their free throws, going 21-for-25 from the line.</p> <p>Malik Moore led the way with 30 points, shooting 11-for-13 overall and 6-for-7 from deep. Kendall Blue and Nolan Minessale each added 22 points, with Blue hitting 5-of-7 threes.</p><p>St. Thomas (MN) struggled defensively, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. Their opponents were effective inside, hitting 55% of their two-point attempts (20/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tommies allowed 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 25 times, where they converted 21 free throws (84%).</p>

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<p>At 6:00 ET, the Philadelphia 76ers (+102) will travel to take on the Orlando Magic (-123) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Magic are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 22-18, which is good for 5th in the East. The 76ers are 11th in the East with a record of 15-21.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently on a two-game losing streak and will look to get back on track at home. The over/under line for the game is set at 206.5 points and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-85 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 43.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The 76ers dropped to 15-21 on the season after a 123-115 home loss to the Pelicans on Friday. Philadelphia, who entered the game as 7-point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 238, exceeding the O/U line of 218.5 by 19.5 points.</p> <p>Philadelphia went on a 10-0 run, turning a 63-58 deficit into a 68-63 lead, but couldn't hold on. They entered the 4th quarter down 87-78 and outscored New Orleans 37-36 in the final period, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 123-115 loss to the Pelicans, the 76ers shot 46.2% from the field and hit 14 threes at a 36.8% clip. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 30 points and 12 assists, shooting 50% from the floor.</p> <p>Paul George added 25 points, connecting on 5 threes at 41.7%. Maxey scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while George added 13 in the final frame.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed just 25 points, the 76ers couldn't contain the Pelicans in the 2nd half, giving up 34 points in the 3rd and 36 in the 4th, leading to a 123-115 loss. Philadelphia allowed New Orleans to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>The 76ers struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Pelicans hit 18 threes at a 45% clip. Philadelphia sent New Orleans to the line 26 times, with the Pelicans converting 17 free throws. The 76ers recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Magic Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando fell to 22-18 on the season after a 109-106 home loss to the Bucks on Friday. The Magic were +6 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread, losing by just three points. The game’s total of 215 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 212.</p> <p>Orlando went on a 13-0 run early, turning a 6-3 deficit into a 16-6 lead. They led 81-78 going into the 4th quarter but were outscored 31-25 in the final period, resulting in the loss.</p><p>Paolo Banchero's 34-point performance, including 15 in the 4th quarter, led the Magic in their 109-106 loss to the Bucks. Banchero hit 5 threes at a 62.5% rate, while the team connected on 14 threes, shooting 35% from deep.</p> <p>Cole Anthony added 18 points, and Tristan Da Silva contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Magic shot 43% from the field, with Anthony Black scoring 9 of his 15 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Even with a solid defensive effort, the Magic couldn't hold off the Bucks, allowing 109 points on Friday. Orlando gave up 31 points in the 4th quarter, but they did manage to hold Milwaukee to just 21 points in the 2nd. The Bucks shot 51% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did well defending the three, as Milwaukee hit only 9 threes on 36% shooting. The Magic also sent the Bucks to the line 23 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, Orlando recorded 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

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